What am I working on and what's coming next :)

I'm quite busy preparing for the upcoming BJD Convention in New York on April 18th NYCbjdcon. So many dolls I want to bring, so few days to have them all ready to fly!

Meanwhile, I want to sell some of my older dolls. Looking at some of my stock, I decided to customize this pretty Maria that was left behind because of her skin color.

Close-up view of one of a kind Maria

When I decided to have some samples made in this new skin tone, called sienna, I wasn't sure if she would actually sell as well as her sisters.

So I decided to set her aside and wait for the right moment to give her the attention she totally deserved.

• I put myself to work and created a complete set of accessories just for her:

• a pair of leather boots

• a masterfully aged outfit

• a cute stuffed animal to keep her company. She wanted a pink elephant, and so she got one because how could I say no to those puppy eyes! :D

Talking about eyes, even those had to be one of a kind, so I resin printed the eyeball, carefully chose the right blend of color for the iris, and made them to suit her vibrant personality.

This Maria is very unique; only a few pieces were produced in this special sienna color. And this one is a truly OOAK.

She is very special and deserves all the attention she can get, so please share it with your fellow friends in your doll community and spread the news that this little one is looking for a new home!

Maria, ooak customized doll: Sienna skin tone, aquamarine resin eyes, handmade stuffed elephant, mohair wig.

I personally hand made the real leather boots for Maria, using the best materials available.

At the same time I'm working day and nights to finish the dolls that will be available during the Convention, Sophia will make her debut, here you can see a couple of pics and videos of her work in progress and a picture of little Puppy that is now available in the shop.

For those planning to attend the NYCbjdcon, we invite you to visit our table and greet us. My son and I will be present on Saturday the 18th and Sunday the 19th. For those unable to attend in person, I'll be listing some of the dolls from the event in the shop starting Monday, April 20th.