May Editorial

Merman Gus flares his fins for the final day of #mermay2021!! He’s sporting stacked ropes of pearls, a pearl chain, and a single drop earring, inspired by Renaissance kings, for an exclusive pearl editorial in the upcoming edition of Dollslife Magazine! Click the link for more articles, or scroll down to read the editorial below. 

 

 

Planting Containers

Gus is excited to get gardening with these elegant little pots and vases; brilliantly designed and 3D printed by @stovallthedoll !! My warmest thanks to Stovall’s GIANT, for custom engineering the most amazing suite of garden furnishings I could have hoped for, including the bench Gus is sitting on, and two matching Tuscan-inspired urns (not pictured). Thanks a million, buddy, for making my miniature dreams come true!! 

 

Feels like Summer

The Summer weather just arrived, and Gus broke out a cabana set and a bucket hat to meet it! (Perfect for this week’s #monday4dolls photo theme: #hats) The sewing pattern for Gus’ oversized resort shirt, is coming to the Tiny Apparel pattern shop very soon!

 

Bespoke for Barbie

 

 

Gus is in his tailor’s studio, helping test the drape of some fabric (for a project that is a bit outside my usual repertoire!) while his neighbor, George, waits to get her measurements taken. Miniature artist, @carliekarl, requested a bespoke Barbie-sized shirt dress, and Gus and I are doing our upmost to get it right. This project reminded me forcibly of two things, 1: the iconic photo of mid-century design genius, Jacques Fath, draping fabric in his studio, with his wife, Geneviève, and 2: @adrian.dollslife ‘s May photo theme for the #adriandollslifekenchallenge “Anything for you, Barbie!” Scroll down to see George modeling the finished dress, and the faux suede jacket that was requested along with it.

 

 

 

These pieces were inspired by the this jacket and shirt-dress from this past Autumn/Winter Polo Ralph Lauren ladies' collection. 

 

 

Updating that Pic

Here is Gus, with his portfolio, his cold water bottle, and his curls freshly groomed, ready to go to work in the studio. First on the list: posing for a long overdue update to the profile picture for the Tiny Apparel Patterns Instagram account! 

 

Merman Gus is Back!

For the Instagram #mermay theme, merman Gus is back, hanging onto on the boom of his yacht, as it charges over the choppy waves! I’ve made a sewing pattern for his tail, which can be purchased here. 

 

Bespoke Loafer Set

They’ve been a long time in the making, but I finally completed four more pairs of paper loafers! Two @coach inspired turnlock pairs, one pair with @saintcrispins inspired intertwining straps, and one glossy pair of #belgianloafers with bows. I hope they will bring lots of joy to the Ken dolls in their new homes!

 

 

A Sports Theme

There’s something special about a sport that requires you to be a teammate, a coach, a dance partner, a hype man, a valet, a manager, a workout buddy, and a friend, all rolled into one! Today’s weekly #monday4dolls photography theme was #sports so, Gus and his pony joined in, with a little in-hand exercise. 

Lucian Joins #Mermay

Lucian is joining in #mermay with an early morning walk by the shore in his pair of merman swim trunks.

 

2021 Gala Fashion Review!

Gus is enjoying the latest issue of #dollslifemagazine that just came out over on @adrian.dollslife ‘s account, this morning! I got to contribute to the section covering the Glam Doll Gala with a red carpet fashion review, including a dozen looks from the gala attendees! You can read the whole article here.

The Kentucky Derby!

Today is the Kentucky Derby! The favorite looks like a finely chiseled marble statue, but Gus has his eye on a certain feisty chestnut, and a very leggy long shot! Best of luck to the ponies and the jockeys! Have a safe run!

After the Party

 A little more casually attired, but still dreaming of the glamour and sparkle of the gala, last weekend!

 

The 2021 Glam Doll Gala

After days of waiting in anticipation and working on custom suits and accessories for the 2nd Annual Glam Doll Gala, the day of the event finally arrived! 

I made Gus and Lucian suits, inspired by these looks from recent Dolce & Gabbana catwalks. Gus and Lucian wore them with paper and wire flower crowns, also incorporating some of the metallic gold botanical trim from Gus' suit. 

Almost ready! Gus is helping Lucian put the finishing touches on his look, for the 2nd annual Spring Glam Doll Gala! Gus still has a little preening left to do, and then they will be all set for the party! I can’t wait!  

“We’re here!!” Gus, his cousin, Lucian, and Sinatra, the beagle, are ready to party at the Gala! They can’t wait to see all the fabulous fashion!

Here are a few details from Gus, Lucian, and Sinatra’s outfits for the Gala!
Many thanks, to all of the amazing guests who attended the 2nd annual virtual Glam Doll Gala! I am blown away by all of the beautiful fashion, the red carpets, flower arrangements, and sparkling jewelry! Each one of you helped to making it a truly awesome and memorable event! Also, my warmest thanks, to the wonderful event co-host: my friend, @adrian.dollslife , who was right there, planning, collaborating and brainstorming, every step of the way! This event would not have been possible without you!!!