Yes, yes, I’ve decided to take the plunge and add some of my photos to Flickr. It’s a great place to share photos.
Click on the link below:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/welcomehomefurnishings/
I have also added the link to my blog. You can access it by going to “Blog Roll” on the right hand side of the screen.
Will be adding more photos as I have time.
Hope you enjoy!
Maryann
I never know what might inspire me at any given time, so that is why I leave my “creative eye” open at all times.
About a month ago, I was doing some supply shopping and came across some material that I fell in love with. I had no idea what I was going to do with it, but I knew I had to have it!
Last week, on one of the doll boards that I frequent, there was a post requesting photos of your Integrity Monogram dolls. These are my current favorites when it comes to fashion dolls, so I added my pics. to the post. After seeing everyone elses wonderful photos, I realized there was one of my Monograms that never had much time in front of the camera. When I picked this doll off the shelf for some play time, I was so taken by the platinum tresses and rose-colored lips I thought – She must have a room designed just for her!
So, I retrieved the previously mentioned materials for use in the room and here’s what happened – “My Suite Romance” (Click on each photo for a closer look!)
The set was inspired by this doll :
She’s a re-rooted “Black Party” monogram doll, expertly rooted by my friend, Susan Korba from Canada. Here she shares the spotlight with her original incarnation:
Although this set was inspired by a Monogram doll, its theme and scale are equally perfect for other 12″ fashion dolls as well. Here, my favorite Silkstone Barbie takes her place in the new surroundings:
The sofa is made from a gorgeous red tweed fabric, and the chairs, a pale blue/green floral cotton. Both materials have a vintage look and feel to them, while still reflecting a retro look, so popular today. The shape of the chairs and sofa are reminiscent of the work decor designer William Haines did for Hollywood stars from the 1940′s – 1960′s.
The coffee table is made from the coolest glass green acrylic! The original 2 piece design is all mine.
Yet another piece to this romantic set is the Room Divider which I have placed at the end of the main wall. As fashionable today as it was 4o years ago, this piece is painted cream and has multiple shelves to house treasures and collectibles.
A standing lamp with petite floral ribbon shade complete the romantic mood.
This is the part where I usually tell you how much I am selling the entire set for. But, this collection (My Suite Romance) is being offered by the piece. This way, you can choose the piece or pieces you would like - a mix and match type of thing!
Choices: Sold Out ! No more orders please. Thank you Everyone!
My Suite Romance Set : Includes – Red upholstered Sofa with 2 toss pillows, Room divider, 2 upholstered chairs, green glass acrylic table and standing floor lamp – $215.00
Sofa with 2 toss pillows: $70.00
Floral Chair: $40.00 each
Acrylic Table: $25.00
Standing Floor Lamp: $15.00
Room Divider: $40.00
*Note – No other accessories included *
Ordering – Prices do not include shipping, which is a separate charge according to where you live. I accept PayPal, personal check or money order. Since material is limited, I can only make a few of each piece. Orders will be taken on a first come, first served basis. Please contact me with your requests .
Sold out!
Many thanks in advance!
Maryann
Today’s the day ! All the winning photos of the Mattel Mad Men photo contest will be posted on the Barbie Collector website . Even though I am one of the first place winners, I am just as excited as every one else to see the winning entries – especially the Grand Prize!
Without further ado, here is my winning entry:
“Flowers for Joan”
Here we see “Joan”,( originally a Fashion Editor Silkstone Barbie, customized by me) in her darling apartment. Joan is taking time to enjoy a little beauty from an admirer in her vintage Barbie, ”On the Avenue ” sheath.
We were only allowed to enter one photo for the contest, so, here are some more pictures from the photo session for you to see.
Room without doll:
Different views of Joan:
The winning photos were viewed not only by Mattel, but AMC ,(the tv station who runs the series) and the creators of Mad Men as well ! What an honor to be chosen!
Now, for those of us who admire the show and are saddened by the all too soon series finale Sunday night, here are some of my Mad Men inspired photos for you to enjoy.
(Gals in the photos above are wearing “Bellissima-Couture” – www.bellissima-couture.com)
Next is a “Welcome Home” Mad Men inspired set exclusive for 2010 Barbie Convention – “Mid Century Modern Cocktails” . The wet bar is made from gold acrylic and black felt appliqued flowers adorne the front ! :
The following from the FDQ Magazine Mad Men article, which was published last year for the season 3 finale:
My thanks to Mattel for the contest opportunity, and special thanks to Matt Weiner for one fantastic show! Kudos on another fabulous season!
Mattel Barbie : www.barbiecollector.com
AMC : www.amctv.com
Fashion Doll Quarterly Magazine: www.fdqmedia.com
For fabulous inside information about the show, visit the unofficial Mad Men blog, “Basket of Kisses” as : www.lippsisters.com
Congratulations to all the Winners !!
I am both pleased and excited to tell you that I am one of the First Prize winners of the Mattel Mad Men photo contest !
In conjunction with the celebrated Mad Men series and the fabulous Mad Men line of Silkstone Barbie Dolls, Mattel recently held a photo contest asking entrants to create a Mad Men inspired diorama using the silkstone dolls or any of your own Barbie Dolls.
Photos will be posted on the Barbie Collector site on Monday, October 18th. Until then, I cannot reveal my winning photo, but stayed tuned to see the original and more!
To see a list of the winners, log on to : www.barbiecollector.com
How Exciting!
