I finally finished my first custom Blythe and am very happy with how she came out. Is she perfect? Not by a long shot, but I learned SO much through this process….and I quickly remembered how much I really enjoy dressmaking.
If you remember back when I purchased this doll to customize this is what she looked like (the white haired one). In their natural state they really are not that pretty…at.all.
But with a little love and a lot of work, she was transformed into a lovely girl…at least I think she is lovely.
It gave me a chance to get re-aquainted with dressmaking, which as I mentioned above it's something that I really loved. Knitting such little hats and sweaters makes for instant gratification which makes it very enjoyable. I've told you before that in real life I am not a "bling" kind of girl, but secretly inside I think I really am because it always makes me smile so.
….and already I have new ideas of couture dancing through my head for the next girl…yes, you read that right….the next one. 😉
I also managed to squeek out another hand made dress for Autumn. When I was a child, my grandmother used to make the most amazing dresses for my beloved Skipper doll and this hobby brings me right back to the time I spent with her . This makes me smile as I remember how special those times I had with her as a child were. She taught me how to knit all those years ago and I will always be greatful for that. Thanks Nana!
Because I know my fiber friends are not really doll people, I am going to start another blog dedicated to Blythe. It will be called,
"Down The Rabbit Hole of Blythe"
The Woolen Rabbit 
She looks gorgeous! The clothing you’ve made is fantastic too.
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Nice job Kim! Yours looks really sweet and not creepy like some of them out there. Lol. 🙂 Love the dresses and knit wear you made for them both. Oh I just noticed the charms on Josephine.
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Oh how lovely! What a great mixed-media creative outlet. You are so talented. 🙂
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Well. I may not be a doll person but I still like seeing what you’re up to, dolls or not. You are a multi-talented woman, my friend!
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You have so many talents! The doll clothes are just adorable! I’m glad you found another thing you really enjoy! 🙂
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She is just so dear and her clothes make her all the more special! I am the same way…not into bling because I rarely ever go any place to be fancy, but still love to play with it when creating!
Great name for the newest blog! I am trying NOT to be inspired as I really do not need a new hobby. ha ha I’ll just drool over yours…
Have fun!
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Well, I think she’s just plain PRETTY, and like Carole, though I’m not a doll person, I love seeing what you can do and come up with. I hope you will continue to share at least the knitted clothes that you create here, and keep reminding us so we can slip over and take a peek at the little girls!
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Yes, she’s very pretty! What do you do to ‘customize’ one? It looks like her lips have been painted, and hair trimmed.
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She is very pretty. What is involved in customizing her?
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I was a doll collector, before I got the knitting bug and I’ve always loved Blythe! Great job, Kim!! Let me know when you’ll be taking orders. :o)
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I just got my first Blythe because I was smitten after seeing yours. I am going to customize her but I’m a little nervous. I hope mine turns out as nice as yours.
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She turned out to be stunning! Great job!
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Just beautiful! I’ve been watching your progress and just ordered a Basaak to customize. . I used to knit for American Girl Dolls for fun and really enjoyed it. Now i will have a little time to research how to customize…..it will take a few weeks for the doll to arrive. I definitely want to matt the face….this might be very contagious!
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Beautiful, Kim. It’s been fun to follow the work you’ve done on these very special dolls.
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They remind me of the Ginnie dolls with all their little outfits and shoes I loved so much.
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Well, I hope you show them here once in a while. I’m not a doll person, really, but I’m rather fascinated by the whole process/transformation. I remember my daughter transforming a Barbie doll once — total emo redo for a friend, like a mini-me, on her birthday — she nailed it and it was AMAZING!
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OMG you customize Blythes? Is there nothing you can’t do? Your doll looks lovely; Blythes are so pouty in their original form. Looking forward to visiting your booth at the Fiber Revival this Saturday.
Lee
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