New Pinocchio LEs from Peak's Woods!

Oh my--if you're inspired by Peak's Woods tiny Fairy of Fairytales dolls, check out July's special limited edition--Pinocchio! Important info from Peak's Woods first:

1. LE FOF Pinocchio_Human version in Blue-grey, Suntan, Normal, White skin
2. LE FOF Pinocchio_Marionette version in Blue-grey, Suntan, Normal, White skin

Ordering Period : July 1 ~ July 31. 2014 (Layaway Available)
Two face up options are available.
Full-set purchase offers a $30 discount.
FOF Pinocchio will not be released as a Basic.

There are two new sculpts available. The human boy version (above) has a big smile (he's just become a real boy, after all!), huge eyes, and reminds me a little of Mr. Hollow. Pinocchio marionette version has the same large eyes and mouth (but isn't smiling quite so large), and he has a round, stick-shaped nose (we can see he must have already told at least one lie, from the face-up in the photo). Face-ups are beautiful as usual, and are hand painted by Dhar. Here's a closer look at the marionette version:

For both dolls, you may choose from the following options:

1. boy or girl body
2. normal, white, suntan (shown on human boy) $50, or gray skin (shown on marionette) $50
3. no make-up, human boy makeup $70, or marionette makeup $80
4. outfit--hat, shirt, suspender shorts (I think these are one piece), bow tie, socks) $78
5. handmade resin jewel eyes by Oscar in pink green or aqua blue $35
6. shoes $20
7. all the accessories: add full set (wig, jewel eyes, outfit and shoes) $118 (saves $30)

Basic doll alone includes the assembled doll, an extra pair of hands, a pair of cotton cushions, certificate of authenticity, and box.

Interestingly, I don't see where you purchase the wig a la carte. I'm guessing the wigs are regular stock and can be found here:

• Human boy is wearing FOF Wig_Royal Cut-Dark Chocolate $15
• Thought it's currently sold out, I think marionette might be wearing some similar to FOF/YoSD PW Wig P-09, though probably in color F4--the heat resistant platinum shade, and style differently. This one is $27.

At any rate--I'm delighted to see new limited edition tinies--and these guys are so sweet. I love how daring and goth the marionette is. The eyes certainly add that extra spooky touch! And I also love that the human boy has a lovely smile. You hardly ever see happy BJDs that don't look creepy--and this guy is adorable with that smile. And tan. Will I be able to resist? Hmm.

(Did you catch my little joke there?)

All photos are property of Peak's Woods.

Settling in...

He is settling in, as you can see. Janus Miho is making great friends with Erica (IH nYID, special real skin). She seems to have claimed him as her own. But we'll see what happens. Cute couple so far!

Janus Miho hybrid is here!

Thanks to Den of Angels (for the body) and Migidoll for their amazing head event, I was able to put this fantastic hybrid together.

Janus Miho (with standard makeup, if you can believe it) is a Migidoll, Type A normal skin head. I originally fell in love with his quirky little smirk at Migidoll's booth at the KBJD show--and I don't know what kept me from buying his there--but more than likely, it's because I didn't own any large boys at the time. He's an M-series limited edition head; it's unfortunate, since he's so cool--but check out the other sculpts they have! Migi has a style all their own--with amazing face ups! (Migidoll was formerly known as Cherish Doll, I believe.)

His body is actually by Doll-Leaves. This Chinese company has disappointed me in the past with a couple tiny dolls of theirs I have owned--due to stringing issues and my own impatience--never because of quality or customer service. I found a 60cm male body for sale on Tumblr and also on Den of Angels for a good price--and the seller had former used this body as a hybrid for a Type A normal Migi head. I thought this would probably work for my guy, too! We even ended up being able to trade, which went perfectly.

The body works well, and I'm thrilled. I have another set of photos to upload, but I'm too excited no to share the first good one before the day's first nap.

FLASH Sale from Enchanted Doll Eyes

Looking for some of those lovely Enchanted Doll eyes for your BJD, but don't want to commit to a group order or wait several weeks to get them?  The Enchanted Doll Etsy page has quite a large inventory of in-stock eyes for sale for a limited time and they ship from the USA!  You'll receive your eyes within 1 week.  Even shipping for international orders is significantly cheaper than expensive EMS shipping.

Be sure to take advantage of this sale when you can, because it is over July 5, 2014.

Amethyst Factor - Chicline Chloe modeling

Spring's FR:16 outfits by Integrity Toys have started to arrive, and the first two are here. Chicline Chloe (Fairyland, white skin) is modeling Amethyst Factor.

I've had Tulabelle and Tonner Doll Antoinette outfits on Chloe before with success, so I was hoping the same for FR:16. They are slightly curvier than Tulabelle. Sure enough--with a little struggle, I was able to get Chloe's hips into the dress and zip it up. (It has a zipper!) It is just a tiny bit big in the bust, as I expected.

The straps have a small ring in the back to hold the ribbon in place, and one of the ribbons came out of one of the rings. It was a real pain, but I managed to get the ribbon back into the ring (it's a tiny jump ring. It's still work that tiny detail, in my opinion.



Then, there's the gloves. With most dolls, I don't bother with gloves. They are just a huge source of frustration. But these are so pretty--sheer net with a lacey dot pattern. One hand (her left) went on perfectly. But the right... well, I was close to tears. But I was committed at that point. Take a sip of wine and move along. Eventually, it's there.



The outfit includes this adorable clutch, with a sparkling embroidered pattern. The coolest part? It is held shut with a magnetic closure, and it actually opens! So cool. I am really impressed!

OK, and the shoes even fit. After the near-tears with the glove fiasco, I love it. It's gorgeous. The stole is black with a purple sheen. It's simply sexy and gorgeous--and it gives Chloe a beautiful new outfit.



Treasure Dolls is the perfect place to order these outfits, as Evelyn will often offer splits: you can order only the outfit or only the nude doll. (FR:16 are sold as dressed dolls, and I usually prefer to have the outfit only.) This saves the time and effort to resell the doll, which is very convenient. Depending on how many requests she receives, however, the outfit or doll you want may not be available. And there's always eBay or the Dollpage for reselling.

Amethyst Factor retails for $135 as the dressed doll. I paid $75 for the outfit (including shipping), which I consider to be very reasonable for a fancy BJD outfit! I highly recommend this one.

Limhwa Lily

Limhwa Lily - as I'm assembling her head. She's so amazingly realistic and gorgeous. I picked her up at the Junkyspot sale. I'm such a sucker for a sale.

Free BJD from Migidoll - with $200 order, today only!

According to an email from Migidoll, to celebrate their third anniversary, they are giving away a free Faith BJD with every $200 or higher order, placed today only. The doll will be selected at random, but what a deal! I think they are all cute! (Don't wait--and don't forget about the time zone difference!)

Here is the email:

One day surprising event!! Hello
Today is Migidoll’s 3rd anniversary.

So, TODAY ONLY we will provide with Faith type doll as a present to all customers who order over USD 200, in celebration of our birthday.
(Faith type doll will be sent at random.)

Surprising event : from 06:00 AM June 06 till 00:00 June 07




http://www.migidoll.com