swimmingly
I made my mermaid-loving niece a funny little doll costume (some of you already saw her on Flickr.) The costume fits my handmade baby dolls. Speaking of the baby dolls, I'm considering making a round of them for the shop in late November/early December. Do you think there would be any interest in that? (All opinions welcome, friends.)
Our days went swimmingly yesterday. She had fun at school. I got a lot done at home, mostly at my computer, but that's quite alright . I'm trying to finish up some freelance computer projects, so I can get serious about the making. Oh, I do enjoy the making.
Happy weekend!
Comments
Well I can speak from experience & say my girls LOVE the dolls you made them! Especially b/c they look like them. I think that would be key... sort of like the American Girl dolls that are popular.
Posted by: Jennifer | September 7, 2007 2:22 PM
oh alicia, she's so adorable.
(perhaps we'll run into each other at the westport art fair this weekend?)
Posted by: capello | September 7, 2007 2:33 PM
I love the costume! We have one baby doll around here, and she's always naked -- no clothes allowed, apparently.
Posted by: amy h | September 7, 2007 3:14 PM
The doll and the mermaid garb is dee-lish. I'd think that there would be an interest in them for sure. :)
Glad you had and N had a good first day.
Posted by: Angela | September 7, 2007 3:21 PM
so glad the day went well - for both of you! and, i think the doll is marvelous.
Posted by: emily | September 7, 2007 3:26 PM
love her. and all the dolls. glad everything went "swimmingly" (and because i haven't said so but have been thinking it - so pleased about the shop news! congratulations!)
Posted by: tracy | September 7, 2007 3:28 PM
yes, definitely... my daughter has been bugging me for an american girl doll, and I'd MUCH rather she had one of yours.
Posted by: Alissa | September 7, 2007 4:24 PM
Yes, I think dolls are always desirable and think they would do especially well in the fall with pre-holiday buying! Your dolls are very sweet and look completely huggable!
Posted by: hrsj | September 7, 2007 5:10 PM
She's adorable. By the way, I finally sent off the mag to you - it will take 6-10 weeks to get there!!
Posted by: erin | September 7, 2007 11:06 PM
Um, yes, I think they would be well received. I've already been dreaming up some sweaters for dolls you'd be stocking in your shop - apparently before you even decided if you'll do so.
Posted by: Mama Urchin | September 8, 2007 12:27 PM
she is such an incredibly cool mermaid! i love the idea that a doll can be transformed by adding on a tail/skirt. very, very fun.
Posted by: kristin | September 8, 2007 6:16 PM
I've been a regular to your site for awhile, but I've never left a comment. Sorry about that. But, your doll was begging for a comment, so I had to oblige. She is wonderful. I just tried my hand at doll making with my daughters this week for the first time - which leaves me even more impressed with your doll. I put a link to your blog on mine so my family wouldn't be overly impressed with me. :) I think you should defiantly sell them in your shop. Great work.
By the way, I've mostly been drawn to your site because of your photography. I always enjoy it and it often inspires me.
Keep up the great work! -Christine
Posted by: Christine | September 9, 2007 7:10 AM
Those dolls are too great! I think you should totally sell them!
Posted by: Rachel | September 9, 2007 8:45 AM
oh i adore your dolls and the mermaid costume is a SCREAM!
Posted by: heidi | September 9, 2007 8:30 PM
your dolls are indeed so presh. very different from the ones i make. i'd like to have one of yours to sit in my studio and smile at me. perhaps santa can bring me one.
Posted by: Grace | September 9, 2007 9:47 PM
Oh I adore your mermaid doll! I would absolutely buy one for my daughter's , especially if she had that cute mermaid costume. Such pretty work! (shoot me an email if you do open shop!)
Posted by: Bessilu | September 10, 2007 8:49 AM
oh, I am in love. Your mermaid is darling, just darling!
Posted by: Michelle | September 10, 2007 11:04 AM
That mermaid is adorable! Love it.
Posted by: lera | September 11, 2007 9:35 AM
i adore it!
Posted by: Zelia | September 11, 2007 4:08 PM
bring on the dolls!!
:)
Posted by: molly | September 11, 2007 7:01 PM
Your stuff is adorable and I love the mermaid outfit. I am sure you will do great at Etsy.
Posted by: Marissa | September 12, 2007 3:00 PM
I love your dolls! I am very interested in purchasing one for my two-year old. Do you know your price range yet?
Posted by: Tamara P. | September 13, 2007 6:45 AM
The mermaid is so sweet! Great design.
Posted by: dorie | September 20, 2007 8:56 PM
oh that is a beautiful doll! I love mermaids.
Posted by: monica | September 28, 2007 10:54 AM