mr. popular

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I could spend all of my time making tattooed men because they are my most popular item but I’d burn out fast if I didn’t mix it up. But back to the men. I’ve got a pile that I’m working towards finishing. First up-

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Here is a detail of his hair-

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Horses on his chest and arms!

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Sometimes when I am taking photos, I can’t get a single good result. Other times, I have more than one that seem too good not to show you!

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I look at the last time I posted here on the blog and realize it has been a few weeks. I never have the urge to post unless I am finishing up dolls. I’ve been busy with other things though- a baby blanket gift, a trip to Chicago and sewing there with my daughter, new placemats for me, clothes making- a tunic and a shirt that I cut out and started but has since gone into limbo. I am more likely to be posting these projects on Instagram. It is so easy and in-the-moment. Happy 4th to everyone in the US!

Cat Boy 1

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I remember when I was a kid, a flowing scarf like that indicated a Hollywood mogul or a flying ace pilot. This kitty is more on the Hollywood side, I think. Below you can see his fancy vest/waistcoat. The jacket, the vest, and the messenger bag, all have antique buttons. Button <3

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schoolgirl fox

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This is the last of my pre-show dolls and I am posting her last because she was the one who found a new home last Saturday.

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She is a fox girl with a fox covered dress!

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Now, I am working on finishing up 2 pieces (2 kitties) that I didn’t finish before the show. And also trying to deal with the chaos in my studio and maybe even get some fun and or home sewing done. I am happy to be back in the studio and not spending full days on the computer!

Cranky fox boy 2

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Yes, definitely a cranky face.

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He has a fine baby wale corduroy jacket and a yellow cashmere scarf. He is sporting some Liberty of London fabrics, both in his classic vest and also his pocket square which is a scrap of fabric from and old shirt of my Dads’ (probably form the 60’s or earlier).

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Fox boy 1

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A fox fellow in summer biz wear. He has that nice blue linen jacket which, when I put it on him, reminded me of Bill Cunningham. So, I was tempted to make him a felt camera. But there was no time before the show and he really is just fine and dapper as he is.

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His fox body is made of some more of my hand-dyed wool, hence the not-so-even color.

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These last few things will be going into my etsy shop today and then I will be done with the listings for the time being! Writing up the listings is one of my least favorite jobs but obviously, it has to be done, right?!