IFDC Doll: a work in progress

A while ago I volunteered to do one of the dolls for the IFDC in July 2010.

I’d never done one before and I liked the idea of volunteering some of my skills to make a doll (that hopefully someone would be happy to own).  I received the base doll & what with all the ups & downs of life she hasn’t had a lot of attention except in my head.

I’ve been mulling over what kind of doll to make her and what to do with her.She’s “Back to Black Natalia” from Fashion Royalty.

IMO she’s a beautiful doll just as she comes.  I’d originally considered doing a repaint on her, but really, I just can’t. She has such a wonderful face/look that I’d consider it just about sacrilegious for me to do it.

So, instead I’ve been thinking about how to style her that can make the best use of her looks while still allowing me to put my creative stamp on her.But one that won’t be too radical so that whoever gets her at the convention will still be happy.  So it’s come down to her outfit & accessories I think.  As usual, whatever I make is going to have to be completely removable–I don’t know about other people, but I know when I get a doll I want to be able to redress her or change her around. It’s reaaaaallly hard to do that if someone’s sewn or painted her clothing on!!

So this week is dedicated to Natalia! I’ll update as I get things done!