Yesterday, I impulsively decided to do the face up on my doll head from Little Keiko Dolls. She’s been sitting here for a couple of months. But that only happened after I checked with my friend Filipa as to whether it was too cold outside to use the sealant, Mr. Super Clear, which I had been thinking all along. It turns out it’s not about the temperature, it’s about the humidity. It needs to be less than 75%. Ah! I had it all wrong.
So, I got out the box of customizing supplies and started in. I wanted her face up to be simple and delicate and I think I got that. By the way, the seemingly ever present wind kicked up while I was going in and out to spray more coats of Mr. Super Clear. Eventually, I had to open the doors to the shed and spray the last coat in there – with the doors open, as you need good ventilation.
The doll head is relatively the same size as the ones from Landoudou dolls. The mold is called ‘Bunny.’
It was late in the day when I could take a photo and I scrambled to find some light.
I chose green eyes and the style of wig – Little Keiko had several to choose from.
I got that dress from Qiulizio, a customizer in China, and the boots, which she made, as well. I hadn’t even opened the package, but the completion of this girl called for a whole new outfit.
She is attached to an Obitsu 22 body (the hardest part is always putting the head and body together.)
Same photo with some photo editing this morning:
It wasn’t until this morning that I realize the boots were on the wrong feet. Whoops.
Taken this morning. Honestly, she’s even prettier in person. I’ll keep trying for the perfect light in which to capture her lovely face.
I’m very pleased with the way she turned out. Nothing is ever perfect, but since she’s for me and not for sale, she passes the test.
She’s a delicate and ethereal girl.
I’m crazy about her and so is Don, who is my biggest cheerleader in these things.
I’ve named her Greta. It just came to me – and while I briefly considered Violet, it never really stuck.
Welcome, Greta!
Stay safe.
Happy Monday.
welcome, greta!
you do beautiful work, claudia, and are a woman of many talents! thanks for sharing them here (over many, many years) for us to enjoy and be inspired by.
stay safe, everyone.
kathy
Thank you, Kathy.
I hope you’re feeling better!
Stay safe.
I like this girl. She is beautiful but also she has a very kind, thoughtful even magical look to her.
I like her dress, too.
I started a new book this weekend, I like it. ” 6:40 to Montreal” by Eva Jurczytl.
Take Care,
Kaye
Thank you so much, Kaye.
Stay safe.
Greta looks so sweet. Great job, Claudia!
Thank you, Wendy!
Stay safe.
dear Claudia/Don — this little girl, Greta, is indeed ethereal and delicate — of course I love the green eyes ha! You did excellent with this face — A+ on this effort !! Have lots of respect for your talents !! stay safe/healthy
Thank you so much for your kind words, Linda.
Stay safe.
Greta is lovely. You did a beautiful job. She looks winsome but at the same time has the vibe that says don’t mess with me. Love her! Hugs, Elaine
Love that!
Thanks so much, Elaine.
Stay safe.
Greta is delicate and lovely! I love the hair and green eyes. What fun she will be joining the other girls! Enjoy!
Thank you, Judy!
Stay safe.
Greta is beautiful. She reminds me of my Scout a little bit. wild hair, big eyes, and the outfit is one Scout would design for herself. Such fun. Great job Claudia!!
Thank you, Linda!
Stay safe.
Hi Claudia. She’s just lovely! Yes, ethereal and delicate. What a sweetie!
Thanks for sharing the processes. I am not planning to make any myself, but the information is interesting and I like knowing what goes into it…. not just seeing a pretty picture! :)
Maybe I’ll describe all of the steps in the face up process someday.
Thanks so much, Betsy.
Stay safe.
She is just gorgeous. And the word “ethereal” could have been made for her.
Most of all, I want her dress. I wonder if it comes in an XS adult size…?
I wouldn’t be wearing that size, but I wish it was available in an adult size!
Thanks so much, Denise.
Stay safe.
You did a magnificent job, Claudia! I think you could make a career out of renovating doll faces (that’s probably the wrong word, but you get the idea.) Enchanting.
Thanks so much, Jeanie! I’m real proud of this one.
Stay safe.
Those tiny little boots just get me every time. Amazingly sweet.
I know! Aren’t they fabulous?
Thanks, Shanna.
Stay safe.
Greta is absolutely beautiful! I don’t know how you have the patience to work with such a tiny doll. I love that she has green eyes too! There are not a lot of green eyed real people never mind a doll! Yes, I have green eyes. lol
You are an artist in every way, Claudia. thank you for sharing your creations.
Betsy
Thank you so much, Betsy with the green eyes!
Stay safe.
Greta’s face has such a tender, luminous calm-every detail feels intentional and full of quiet life. She is a beautifully realized little spirit. Good job. Honestly ….I did not notice the boots were on the wrong feet. Greta has bigger things on her mind.
Thanks Claudia….for this new, tiny, ethereal, creature.
You’re most welcome, Maria.
I really love her!
Stay safe.
That Don is pretty special. He is so supportive of your hobbies. Keep warm.
He is.
I might add that I’m supportive of his, too!
Stay safe, Kay.
Of course you are!
xoxo