I found something recently that can take on my mini obsession. That is, my new obsession with African movies. Normally, I am not a fan of foreign movies because I can't keep up with subtitles. One night for a break from minis I went to Hulu.com. CRASH! That was the sound of me falling for a Ghanaian movie series called Adam's Apples. OMG. Everything you want in a continuing story. And guess what...it is in English! I found not only that series, but a bunch of others by the same writer and others at Reel African.com. I have absolutely no affiliation with any of this except my constant viewership and occasional comment.
What got to me the most, after the the story lines, was the fashion line! Even the men were dressing in style! I was gasping at each scene of gorgeous outfits. They were so fine I was inspired to make my own mini versions. I didn't even have time to make a pattern or measure anything other than holding the fabric up to the dolls...(singing out the letters-ADD lol). Oh yeah, there are a few darts sewn in here and there. I used to sew my entire wardrobe-BC-before children. I could have really added a lot of finishing touches or details, but my girls are less than 6 inches ...half the size of Barbie. The girls and guys have let me know it is ok to take shortcuts and not get caught up in a lot of tailor techniques. Thank Goodness! LOL Besides, I think they came out great!
Now, if only I could copy those natural hair styles the Character "KuKua" wears... Believe me, I will make some attempts at it!
First up, lady's fashion with more to come later. The guys will be shown in another post.
Nora did a little modeling before she became a nurse, so I like to use her. (please overlook, glue glops or other faux pas'. My editing program was on the blink. Thanks :-))
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| A mix of Africa and Asia |
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| Love the exaggerated peplum look |
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| Rear view, talking to her friend Tinker |
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| Short and sporty |
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| She wanted to show she could glam it up too! |
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It's great to get so much inspiration. Your design is so nice and very African. I have for many years seen the movie, My Africa, very good and very thoughtful film.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful made
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Wyrna
Wyrna,
DeleteThank you! Now I have another good movie to put on my list! :-)
Hello Grandmommy,
ReplyDeleteHow great to find a new series to enjoy and inspire us! the dresses are lovely...I really like the party dress.
Lovely!
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Giac
Giac,
DeleteThanks! Glad you liked them. You know I will always come back to Mini world. LOL
Fabulous job on your fashions! I'm looking forward to seeing the male fashions, too. The fabric choices are perfectly scaled.
ReplyDeleteVanessa,
DeleteThanks so much! That is a real compliment coming from you. You sew so well. Believe it or not the leave print was trim fabric. That shows just how little she is. lol
Hi Grandmommy! I love what you have done and Nora is the perfect Muse! She has just enough attitude and wears these styles with a lot of strut! Keep it coming!
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Hi there Elizabeth S!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I told Nora the same thing about herself. LOL Have to watch a few more episodes so I can get inspired again. :-D
Are you saying you these were sewn by HAND?! Because that would make them even more awesome.
ReplyDeleteHi Muff!
ReplyDeleteNo, the seams and darts were machine sewn. I don't think I sew straight and even enough to do it by hand. lol. Plus, that would have taken too long, when I get an idea I have to act on it and get results immediately. The only thing done by hand was the flower accent on the short dress. I didn't even hem them!
This is so unique! I have never seen such adorable dresses! Definitely something too be proud of! I look forward to some script and scenes.
ReplyDeleteFarah Sterling,
DeleteThanks! I was pretty happy with the results. Scripts and scenes coming up! lol
Hello from Spain: these dresses are fabulous. I like a lot. I look forward to the outfits of the guys. Keep in touch
ReplyDeleteMarta,
DeleteThank you very much! I will get the guys out there as soon as I can. They want to show off too! lol
I love the dresses!! Keep that obsession going!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Brini! That is all a girl needs a little inspirational obsession. LOL
DeleteAmazing African fashion! The dresses are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteEliana,
DeleteThank you so much! They were truly inspired. Look for the men's fashions very soon. :-)
I love the photos and the fashions!
ReplyDeleteRoxanneRoxanne,
DeleteThanks! I am glad you enjoyed them. I need to get back on the machine and get the guys outfits completed.
Hello Grandmommy, thank you for visiting my blog and leaving the sweet note. I'm glad to visit your blog, I LOVE dolls and these dresses you make are awesome! I'm really loving the short and sporty!
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DeleteHi there Eve!
ThankYou and you are very welcome. I just had to become one of your followers!
I plan to continue to make my blog fun.Thanks for coming by!
Hope to see more of you in the future! :-)