Meet Rex, my latest BJD Pet by Eve the Cat. He is so cute! Strung, cast and resin, he is just too cute.
My cats are less impressed, though. Check out his first photoshoot on Flickr.
New book available for ball-jointed doll collectors!
Friday, January 17, 2014
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Remember Megu?
Here she is in the afternoon sunlight (almost none in my living room)--after her new face-up by Leah Lilly from FroggyDuds, and my thought is... she is simply perfect.
She's wearing Mint on Card glass eyes in dark purple (probably 20mm, though these might be 18mm), her original lingerie, and a hoodie set by Nine9Style, which is currently sold out (but you can still get it from some dealers, like Peak's Woods).
Personally, I believe the sign of an excellent face-up artist is that you can feel comfortable sending them a head that needs a new look with little to no instructions, and ask the artist to do whatever strikes his or her fancy. Leah Lilly did just that for Megu.
You can see Megu's original look below--which is actually her original hand-painted look from Volks. What a difference! (She is a standard Volks model SD10 from 2004--quite old in BJD terms.)
She's wearing Mint on Card glass eyes in dark purple (probably 20mm, though these might be 18mm), her original lingerie, and a hoodie set by Nine9Style, which is currently sold out (but you can still get it from some dealers, like Peak's Woods).
Personally, I believe the sign of an excellent face-up artist is that you can feel comfortable sending them a head that needs a new look with little to no instructions, and ask the artist to do whatever strikes his or her fancy. Leah Lilly did just that for Megu.
You can see Megu's original look below--which is actually her original hand-painted look from Volks. What a difference! (She is a standard Volks model SD10 from 2004--quite old in BJD terms.)
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| Megu, before her makeover |
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
F03 (also old F-05) SD10
My girl is back and has a gorgeous new face-up by Leah Lilly. She's a sleeping version of Volks' Four Sisters sculpt (Megu, Nana, Kira, Sara--they all share the same face) on a very old SD10 body, which I found on the marketplace.
The body needs a little work still, but I'm thrilled with the face-up.
The body needs a little work still, but I'm thrilled with the face-up.
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Iplehouse Audrey
She's here--and I forgot to post about her arrival.
You can see my box opening photos and some redressing photos on Flickr.
Audrey is an nYID Iplehouse girl in white skin with make-up style C. She has the medium bust. I think she's lovely.
You can see my box opening photos and some redressing photos on Flickr.
Audrey is an nYID Iplehouse girl in white skin with make-up style C. She has the medium bust. I think she's lovely.
Friday, January 10, 2014
BJD Design by MegannArt
Among many other SD-sized BJD outfits by MegannArt designs, this outfit seems to be gaining popularity. Check out the cute sage colored tank top with lace trim at the shoulder, floral print skirt, and matching necklace with a pink flower bead. The outfit will likely fit a variety of SD, SD13, and SD16 sized dolls. Get it while you can from the Etsy shop, because it will sell out fast!Want some special designs for your dolls? MegannArt provides lots of dolly attire and a pattern book for DIY designs. Support an artist! Visit the website (MegannArt) for an Etsy shop, Twitter, Facebook (with occasional discounts), Pinterest page, and much more.
Picture courtesy of MegannArt. Doll pictured: Peak's Woods Bella the Moon on AB body.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Attention - European readers!
Hello, my dear European readers,
I've been working on my next book, working title is currently A Little More BJDs for Beginners, and I'm revising my list of current doll dealers and doll companies. It's with a heavy heart that I just saw that Mikka's Dollhouse is going out of business. I did see that she has all her current inventory listed at fantastic prices, however, and she ships to all European countries.
If you're a fan of Berdine Creedy, Doll in Mind, Bo Bergemann, DollnDoll, or Fantasy Doll, go check out her store. And be sure to check out the good prices on wigs, too--some are listed at 50% off, and I think you guys may be able to save some taxes and the like.
While I'm on the subject... what else would you be interested in as I'm updating a list of doll companies? I'm adding the price range, doll quality and notes (according to feedback I've personally had and also what I'm reading from owners), company communication and shipping times, and how and where you can order. Is there anything else you'd be interested in knowing in a great, grand list of dolls?
I'm actually thinking of contacting each company as well--to see if they'd like to let me know something special about their dolls.
I've been working on my next book, working title is currently A Little More BJDs for Beginners, and I'm revising my list of current doll dealers and doll companies. It's with a heavy heart that I just saw that Mikka's Dollhouse is going out of business. I did see that she has all her current inventory listed at fantastic prices, however, and she ships to all European countries.
If you're a fan of Berdine Creedy, Doll in Mind, Bo Bergemann, DollnDoll, or Fantasy Doll, go check out her store. And be sure to check out the good prices on wigs, too--some are listed at 50% off, and I think you guys may be able to save some taxes and the like.
While I'm on the subject... what else would you be interested in as I'm updating a list of doll companies? I'm adding the price range, doll quality and notes (according to feedback I've personally had and also what I'm reading from owners), company communication and shipping times, and how and where you can order. Is there anything else you'd be interested in knowing in a great, grand list of dolls?
I'm actually thinking of contacting each company as well--to see if they'd like to let me know something special about their dolls.
Saturday, January 4, 2014
2014 Korean Ball Jointed Doll Show news and update
The following message is from her:
2014 Korean Ball Jointed Doll Show
Hello, everybody!
We are very honored to inform you of the first 2014 Korean Ball Jointed Doll Show in Los Angeles, California.
2014 April 24th ~ 26th
The Line Hotel
3515 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010
Since 2003, Korean BJD (Ball Jointed Doll) artists and companies have become one of the doll trends among doll collectors. The KBJD show dedicates this convention to give opportunities to our doll collectors with a chance to look and feel the Korean BJD as well as and wonderful opportunities to share our dolly dream.
So far, total eleven Korean BJD companies and eight American BJD artists will make the wonderful and harmonized doll show for our doll culture:
- Batchix Dolls
- Be With You
- BNB Doll
- Bo Bergemann Dolls
- CrobiDoll
- DollHearts
- Dollmore
- Dreaming Doll
- Enchanted Doll Eyes
- Jpop Dolls
- Little Monica
- Marbled Halls by Connie Lowe
- Migi Doll
- Nine9 Style
- PamSD's Miniature Costuming
- Peak's Woods
- Pixidust Designs
- RosenLied
- Susan Lake Designs
- Xtreme Dolls by Cristy Stone
TRADING SHOW
B2B Meeting between Ball Jointed Doll companies, artist and U.S. doll retailers.
EXTENDED BUSINESS MEETING
Not only the doll show, it is persuaded to extend the collectible doll culture to share with many of people in Media, TV channels and Game & Toy companies who are interested on high end collectible works.
MEET KOREAN & AMERICAN HIGH END DOLLS IN PERSON
This will be a great chance to see and purchase the high end dolls right at the show.
COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR FAVORITE DOLL COMPANY & ARTIST
OPENING / CLOSING DINNER EVENTS
It will be a great chance to have a dinner and talk with your favorite doll companies. Each table has a one of a kind doll by table hosting company & artist. It will be an awesome opportunity to buy your favorite doll company’s limited doll. Each doll company & artist has only eight available seats at the event.
MEAL and TEA & SNACK EVENTS
During the events, there will be a 10 Special Meal and Tea & Snack Events hosted by each Korean Ball Jointed Doll company. Each event will sell tickets which serve Meal or Tea & Snack with Limited Doll or Special Head or Special Tutoring Class. All events are limited to under 40 seats.
SUPER LUCKY SHOW WITH GREAT AUCTION ITEMS & MANY DONATION ITEMS
We have more than 20 donated dolls from our awesome participated doll companies & artists. We believe you will be the one lucky winner! Don’t miss the chance!
GENERAL PANELS AND SWAP MEETUP
Here is the dolly happiness with many doll lovers. Here is the time to share valuable dolly world information with everybody.
We have several special offer for the early registrations.
[ PLATINUM LOVER ]
WHO? The person who registers 2014 KBJD Show Full Registration by January 30th, 2014.
WHAT is the special offer for early dolly bird?
- KBJD Show will offer 10 of KBJD Show Auction Tickets
- KBJD Show Doll T-shirt
- KBJD Show Souvenir doll (LE40) 10% discount coupon ($80 in value)
- Special KBJD gift bag by Ms. Cholong
- Little gifts from sponsor companies
- KBJD Show souvenir bag
[ GOLD LOVER ]
WHO? The person who registers 2014 KBJD Show Full Registration by February 30th, 2014
WHAT is the special offer for early dolly bird?
- KBJD Show offers 2 of KBJD Show Auction Tickets
- KBJD Show Doll T-shirt
- Little gifts from sponsor companies
- KBJD Show souvenir bag
[ SILVER LOVER ]
WHO? The person who registers 2014 KBJD Show Full Registration by March 30th, 2014.
WHAT is the special offer for early dolly bird?
- KBJD Show Doll T-shirt
- KBJD Show souvenir bag
[ PINK LOVER ]
WHO? The person who register 2014 KBJD Show Full Registration from April 1st, 2014 and at door.
The person who registers 2014 KBJD Show 2 Day Pass registration.
WHAT is the special offer for early dolly bird?
- KBJD Show souvenir bag
It will be super-duper fun dolly time in bright sunshine Los Angeles, California. If you have any questions, please contact with us freely.
Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Ms.Cholong
General Event Organizer
www.kbjdshow.com
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