So Lilli's Littles is gaining momentum and picking up! I've been meeting the nicest customers from around the world. I think miniature collectors and artisans are some of the sweetest people! Maybe it's the childlike wonder we've kept in order to dream and create worlds in small scale? Most people I know usually look at a well made miniature with awe and wonder. I think it brings people back to hope and imagination. It definitely brings me joy!
Here's my latest little creation. She is a lovely Victorian lady in teal silk with red accents. I enjoyed creating her beaded motif. The excess and opulence of that era is fascinating. I think about the yards and yards of fabric used to make these gowns in real life! She is currently in my Etsy shop and up on Ebay. (user name: lillislittles)
I'm working on a custom doll order right now that I am enjoying so much! The sweet little colonial dress has a beautiful flower pattern that I've hand painted into a trim and it's absolutely beautiful!
I think of fashion history and it blows me away to think how fluid and changing the styles have been over the centuries; and really, how clothing has played such role in status and character. I think I will research more fashion history as it really fascinates me. I've taken a class in fashion history and from it I've come to own a most wonderful compendium:
It's short and concise, but also gives one a glimpse into the daily life and politics of the particular era. It's very helpful when researching costume for a particular figure.
Musings from Lilli :) Now onto my second cup of coffee....
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