I rarely chat here about my own personal projects. I made a ball gown for Penelope (Elfdoll Large Bust) for our local BJD group’s anniversary meetup and it was great. However, I can’t imagine she’ll ever wear it again (heaven forbid she be seen in the same thing twice at a formal event!). I got to thinking about it, and I’ve decided to purge some of the seldom-used pieces in the dolls’ wardrobes. I make clothes for my own dolls using the same methods I use in commissions, but these pieces were not intended for sale, so at times, I took a shortcut or two. I’ve appended “caveats” to each outfit so that interested parties will be fully aware of any oddities with the pieces.
Ice Queen (8+ piece outfit)
The gown itself is winter white silk dupioni, with a too-long skirt (I intended for it to puddle on the floor when she was seated, but it can be hemmed if a buyer materializes and requests that), and extremely low-cut sleeveless bodice. The back closes with a tiny zipper and hook and thread eye for extra security. The sash is an icy blue synthetic organza with tiny hot-fix rhinestones attached. There is also a silk taffeta cape lined in warm flannel, with a re-purposed vintage rhinestone and silver pendant for a brooch. All the accessories would also be included: a tulle petticoat on lace waistband, handmade necklace, bracelet, and earrings made with a mixture of silver-plated and “silver” findings, glass beads, and swarovski crystals. The necklace closure is magnetic. CLICK HERE for more photos.
Some caveats:
There are also hair ornaments (a couple of single beads and a few “icicles”)–the hair ornaments photograph well and are sturdy, but they were an afterthought and were not put together in a very logical manner. Likewise, the bracelet requires a bit of adjustment, as it is only beaded on one side and has a very tricky jury-rigged clasp.
Within moments of dressing Penelope for photos, in spite of the application of fray-check and other seam finishing techniques, the sash began to fray–there are small areas that have been darned or otherwise repaired. They are not noticeable unless you are looking very, very closely. I have been unsuccessful capturing this flaw on film–I’ll keep trying.
Pink and Brown (4 piece outfit)
This one was Penelope’s outfit for the Rainyverse pageant last year. It was worn again for a meetup at the IMA last April (See More Photos Here), and has never been touched since. It is 100% silk, with the exception of linings. It is in three parts: skirt of dupioni and chiffon, corset bodice in silk, bustle drape in silk chiffon, and silk chiffon hooded shrug. The bodice laces with a piece of pink ribbon. Caveats: The bustle drape’s hook is a bit loose, so a buyer would need to wait a day or two for me to repair that before shipment. The pearl necklace in the pictures is mine, doubled over and was a gift made by a friend, so it is not included. I might be able to track down the earrings, however, in the disaster that is Nel’s accessory drawer. If they materialize, I’d include them.
I’ll be posting more items later today, so stay tuned!
Pricing: Normally, I price items by adding materials and labor costs, but since I didn’t actually keep track of either on these personal projects, I’m going to be taking offers. Contact me via email (inquiries AT adournements DOT com) or PM me on DOA (ARoseFormo) with offers. You can also comment on this post with offers, since I moderate every comment–I’ll keep them in my to-be-moderated box so your info stays private.
