Happy New Year!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! 🥳🎉🙌 Wishing you all a safe, happy, and fulfilling 2023!! 🥂🎊 Gus and Lucian are ringing in the New Year, covered in sparkling beads and sequin fabrics! ✨'

 

Sunflowerman

I’d like you all to meet a doll, inspired by the awesome... the incredible... the one and only, aesthetically brilliant genius of art and illustration: @sunflowerman!!! @sunflowerman is a painter, a menswear illustrator, a style icon, and a personal hero of mine!! If you are passionate about art, coffee, fashion, watches, or any combo of the above, I can’t recommend following his accounts enough!! And keep an eye out for the little Sunflowerman dragon! 😉🐉

Working on this project has been an incredible honor for me! It has taken me almost a year to complete, and is a project of many firsts; Including my first time rerooting a doll, my first time working with this type of curly hair, and my first time customizing a mini molded hat! I’ve carefully assembled a collection of accessories and pieces, for this tiny gentleman, inspired by Sunflowerman’s more casual styles. However, I will leave any face repainting to the talents of @sunflowerman himself. If you’ve seen his work, you’ll understand why! 😁
@sunflowerman @dresslikeanartist @sunflowerman.watch

Here's another view of the little @Sunflowerman inspired guy! This time he’s got some Texas vibes, and a cup of espresso to start the day. ☕️✨ last minute, he seemed a bit chilly in just shirtsleeves, so Gus gave him his leather jacket. 😄

An homage to @sunflowerman the globetrotter; the artist “born with a pencil in his hand;” the appreciator and creator of international treasures. ✏️✒️🎨🖌

Top 9 of 2022!

Here are 9 of my favorite pics from 2022! These past months, Gus and Lucian got to rock a wide variety of menswear looks; from comfy everyday street-style, to extravagant high fashion, and everything in between! I’ve also had a ton of fun this year, exploring new ways to add texture and detail to my photos! Thank you all, for your encouragement, inspiration, and friendship throughout this year! I am truly grateful for each and every one of you!! Here’s to lots more fun photography in the New Year! 🥂🎉📸✨

 

Merry Christmas!

Warm wishes from me, the cousins, and Sinatra the beagle! Here’s to a very Merry Christmas, and wonderful wintery weekend!! 🦌🌲❄️✨

 

 

Keeping Cozy

Oh the weather outside is frightful, and by that I mean 12°F (-11°C) with 36mph (57 kph) wind! 🥶 Gus and Sinatra have decided to be a blanket burrito until further notice.😆 Happy Christmas Eve, to all who are celebrating, and if you are in this wild storm network, stay safe. ☕️☃️🎄

Thanks to my buddy, @a.man.of.ken, for inspiring the cozy vibes today. ❄️

A Royal Christmas Ball

 Gus and his cousin Lucian have arrived at the Royal Christmas Ball, hosted by @barbieconjuro and @adrian.dollslife! They are straightening their bow ties, and taking a quick look around, before making their formal entrance. Neither of these boys are accomplished ballroom dancers, but they are plenty game to try, so be careful of your hems and toes, if you decide to dance with them! 🤣🕺🎶

Many thanks to @barbieconjuro and @adrian.dollslife, and all your lovely royal dolls, for hosting this magnificent event! 😊👑✨

 

Deck the Halls

 🎼God rest ye merry gentlemen, & Deck the halls with boughs of holly! 🎶🌿🍒🎄🎩🧣 

This picture of Gus was inspired by two of my favorite classic carols, for the #dollsxmascarols challenge, hosted by@barbienamibia and @krazydolllady 😊

 

National Horse Day

 Lucian gives his little stallion, Hugo, a pat, before taking him out for a ride.
To everyone here in the states, Happy National Horse Day! Today’s a day to remember and celebrate these animals who contribute so much to our lives, shaped our history, and who have served as muses and inspiration for the world fashion and design, throughout the centuries!
🍏🏇🍎

Pattern Ideas

Happy December! On this frosty day Gus is snuggling up with Sinatra the beagle, wearing a bulky fairisle sweater, and soft gray joggers. ☃️☕️🐏❄️

📢 Call for ideas! 📝: Are there any sewing pattern designs you’d like to see in the Tiny Apparel Pattern shop this coming year? I’d love to hear what you think! So far, in the shop (linked in my bio), there are Ken Doll sized sewing patterns for:
* Button-Up Shirts
* Polo Shirts and Rugby Shirts
* Long Sleeve Crew & Turtleneck Shirts
* Resort Shirts
* Oversized T-Shirts
* Shawl Collar Cardigans
* Light Jackets and Mackinaws
* Kimono Cardigans
* Bulkey Sweaters
* Overcoats
* Suit Jackets
* Neckties, Bow Ties and Pocket Squares
* Merman Tails
* Loafers
* Sandals
* Winter Hats & Mittens
* Overalls
* Bucket Hats and Swim Trunks
* Retro Style Swim Trunks
* Drop-Crotch Jogger & Harem Pants
* Slim Fit Pants and Shorts
* Wide-Leg Pants and Shorts
* Slim Fit Jeans
* Jogger Sweat Pants
* Athletic Tights & Riding Breeches

Any and all ideas for new designs are welcome. 😊🪡📍🧵📐

Happy Thanksgiving

 Two hungry cousins and a beagle, waiting for the roast to be done in the oven. 😋 Happy Thanksgiving!!
😀🍁🥧🦃🍂

 

Spa Day

Today, Gus is escaping the icy winter weather at @barbieblast59’s luxurious spa. Now he’s wrapped up in fluffy warm towels, with a mug of fragrant hot tea from the spa’s in-house cafe. Which way to the mineral pools?
🌿☕️🧖🏻‍♂️🌿
Thank you so much @barbieblast59 for hosting these awesome spa days! Gus is having a wonderfully relaxing time! 😊

Comfy and Cozy

 Today we’re having the first snowy day of the season! 🌨☃️ Gus is dressing for maximum coziness, in a turtleneck sweater, joggers, and an overcoat. Sewing patterns for all three are available in my Etsy shop. 😊🧵🪡

Happy Fall

When the novel is so good, you can’t put it down! 😆📚📖☕️

Happy Fall y’all! 🍁

Happy Halloween from Paul and Babe

Happy Halloween!! 😊🎃 Greetings from Gus, and a friendly “Mooooooo” from Lucian! 😜
The cousins are dressed up as the classic American folkloric characters: Paul Bunyan, and his loyal blue ox, Babe. Swipe to see some vintage illustrations of those tall-tale heroes. 😄🐂🧊🪵🪓🌲

 

Happy Halloween from Paul Bunyan (Gus), and Babe (Lucian), the loyal blue ox!! 😄🎃
Lucian has been having a blast, whisking his cousin with his oxtail, whenever he least expects it. 🤪

 

Costume Shopping

Gus is heading out on a quest to find a pair of suspenders, to complete his Halloween costume. Lucian already has his costume together. It’s something big and blue. Any guesses who they will be? 😄🐂🌲🪵

A Haute Couture Ball

 It’s a Haute Couture weekend! Gus has arrived at @hautecouturefordolls’ High Fashion Ball, draped in velvets and metallic armor and chainmail references; in a mashup of Dior and D&G Alta Sartoria. Scroll down to see my inspiration from the runways. 👑💎🛡⚔️🐴

 A closeup on the details of Gus’ Alta Sartoria inspired headgear; completing his ensemble for @hautecouturefordolls’ High Fashion Ball.

Perusing Dollslife Magazine

 Gus is perusing his digital copy of #dollslifemagazine. I think this quarterly publication is such a great way to look back at the last few months of miniature events and parties, and I also always learn something new from it, about the doll community, or the wider world!! 😊
A huge Thank You to @adrian.dollslife, for crafting this lovely gift for #dollstagram, every season!! 📖✨❄️🌸🌻🍁

A Cozy Sweater

Gus cozies up in a big textured black sweater, for the #monday4dolls theme: Sweaters. 🧶🐏🍁🍂

I made this sweater from a sock, using my bulkey sweater sewing pattern (available at the Tiny Apparel Etsy shop). 🧵🪡📍

 

Grigio Perla 007 Swim Trunks

It’s fall, but cold water doesn’t bother a good model. 😆 Lucian is splashing in swimwear inspired by the iconic two-tone GrigioPerla trunks, worn by Daniel Craig, in Casino Royale (scroll to see the inspo).
😎🎰🏝🐎🩳

 

 

@xenobia219 has created a James Bond themed Facebook pop up shop, running until November 11th, called “007 at 60 in One Sixth Scale.” It includes these trunks and other items as well. Check out her IG page for more info. 😊

 

Work in Progress

Working on a “mini-me” for an awesome VIP. 😎👓🎨🐉

 

Catching up on Projects

Gus is looking at the ol’ Tiny Apparel notebook, seeing what projects I need to be catching up on! 🤔😅🧵🪡

I’m very pleased to report, my shoulder that was dislocated is feeling a lot better now. I really appreciate all the kind messages and well-wishes so many of you sent me last week. They mean a lot to me, and really cheered me up through that pretty darn uncomfortable first week of recovery. 💙

 

Autumn Style

It’s looking like it’s going to be a chilly and rainy week, but Gus is staying warm in his fisherman’s sweater, and wide leg khakis. 🌧🍁🍂

Gus is also joining @barbiezamzam’s autumn celebration, marking 3 years on #dollstagram! Thank you for sharing your beautiful dioramas and photos here! They are a real treat to see!! 😊📸🍁🍂

Autumn Leaf Peeping

 Gus is picking up some cider and gingerbread on his way to @welcome_2_the_dollhouse’s autumn celebration! For some seasonal style, he’s wearing his @ralphlauren inspired varsity jacket, and a red rugby shirt.
🍂🍁🏉🐶🐾🍁🍂

Happy 2 year anniversary @welcome_2_the_dollhouse! Your photography, style, and artistic eye are always at the top of the game! Thank you for being an inspiration, giving me so much encouragement, and being a friend! 🤝🎉

Fiesta!

Autumn is in the air, and Gus is ready for it, balancing on a chair-back in a flannel mackinaw. He’s also wearing red, white, and green, for @scarlarydoll’s Mexican Independence Day party! 🎉 Happy Independence Day to friends and followers from down south! Viva México!!
🇲🇽 🐎🏜🏝🦜

Sinatra the Bag Dog

Gus is no rebel without a cause. This boy’s too busy smuggling his beagle into places where beagles haven’t been invited. 🤪🐶💼

Today Gus’ in a leather jacket, and Sinatra is in a Lanvin inspired tote, for the #monday4dolls theme: Leather.

90s Throwback

Gus is heading out on the town, with a strong nod to the 90s in his OOTD.
😎📼✨ Patterns for Gus’ bucket hat, and wide leg pants, are available in my Etsy shop (linked in my bio).

Lucian and Hugo

"Eyes up, heels down, elbows in.” Lucian is taking his new breeches for a test ride, on Hugo, the Spanish Barb stallion. 🐴🍎 

The sewing pattern for his breeches can be found in the Tiny Apparel Etsy shop. 🧵🪡📍

Riding Breeches Pattern

Saddle up! The new sewing pattern is here! This one includes designs for both riding breeches, and athletic tights for hitting the gym! (Swipe through to see them). 🏇🏇🏇You can find the pattern in the Tiny Apparel Etsy Shop. Happy Sewing!! 😊🧵🪡 Lucian is excited to test out his new pants, riding his stallion, Hugo. 🐴