Mienkintosh Fairie Creates

It's Been A While

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sat, 21 Sep 2013 07:22:00 +0000

Ever since I moved from my apartment...into a home that is not my own...I have not been motivated to write. There is so much that I could have blogged about since the last time that we spoke. But, alas, I had not the heart to write.

My creative writing teacher, Peter Christopher from GSU once said that we should write everyday. It is an excellent exercise, and you never know what may come of it. Just spill out your thoughts for 5 minutes straight on paper. That's right: paper. Not a tablet, not your laptop or smart phone. Loose leaf lined paper at that. Maybe it was 10 minutes. No matter, we would do this exercise to Mozart. I prefer the rock and roll genre, but it did work.

That is what I am doing right now: spilling my thoughts, not on paper of course, but just typing my thoughts. It feels good to finally blog once more. I might have some eye candy for you to gaze at. Maybe. But for now, I am just diving back into this expansive sea.

Super Summer Sale!

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:08:00 +0000

I am changing some things around. My shop is getting a sexy makeover! Because of this, I am putting most of my shop on sell! My listings are expiring, so get them while you can.

Super Shop Sale

Monster High "Monster Secrets"

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 15:30:00 +0000

Making doll clothing in general is no easy task. Making clothing for American Girl dolls: not bad. Making them for Barbie: still not that difficult. Making clothing for Bratz dolls: hard. Making clothing for Monster High dolls: difficult.

They are very skinny, but their hips and butt sticks out. Chest area is quite small, especially on the Howleen! Ok, enough complaining! I wanted to start on a line of undergarments for them. Let's face it: i'm sure that we are all tired of seeing their unmentionables.

I started out like I normally do with all doll clothing. I used muslin, and draped the pattern. I do this, and adjust the pattern as needed until it is perfect. In the case of Rochelle's panty, I measured the elastic, and recorded each measurement.

Draculaura's bra and panty set is a bit more complex. She is wearing a brief style panty. The bra is lightly stuffed and has velcro in the back. The front has ribbon ties with ribbon straps. The bra was so tiny that when I stitched one part on my machine, it went into the ditch. I ended up using more hand sewn elements, thus straining my eyes, lol. To finish the edge off, I used sating hem tape in black to match.

Next time, if I use the machine again, I will use a stabilizer and tear it off in order for the pieces not to get stuck "in the ditch".

I had fun doing the photo shoot. Product photos are normally a bit boring for me. But I have fun when it comes to taking pictures of my dolls, and fashion shots of my bows.

My First Monster High Face-Up

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 02:43:00 +0000

After looking at Monster High dolls from afar, I finally decided to purchase one. I love making dolls. In fact, I have a second shop where I sell handmade dolls.

Before getting this Frankie Stein Skull Shores doll, I already knew that I wanted to do a face up with her. I had sketched out the design for a lovely zombie version of Marie Antoinette.

The most difficult part was de-rooting the hair. On this doll version, there is glue on the inside of the scalp. It took plenty of scraping to remove the hair and glue. Removing her face paint, and body tattoos were a bit easier. I used pure acetone. Because it can be damaging to vinyl, I give the doll a wash down with soapy water.

After painting her face using professional acrylics, pastels, watercolor pencils, and sealer- I made her a wig. When I blushed her body, I did not want it to look too dramatic, so it's in tones a gray and coral. I did want her skin to look as if there were hints of life.

The wig is made from Alpalca wool. I securely glued it to her head with a strong glue. The clothing was the fun part. I draped it. Honestly, the most difficult part was making the bloomers. I have made doll clothing, but never for a Monster High doll.

I kept her neck bolts because I actually wanted her to be an undead version of Marie Antoinette. I plan on making a series of her in the future. This was such a fun project. I am selling her in my shop here!

Vintage Inspired Owls

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 00:27:00 +0000

I love owls and not because they're still trendy. I actual have a thing for birds and reptiles. They're cool. They eat mice. They can twist their head all the way around. And I love their "hooting"!

I was inspired by dresses from the late 1800's early 1900's. They are so squishy and soft! I only have 2 available in my shop.

Blood Orange Marmalade Recipe

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 04:15:00 +0000

I know that it has been a while. I have had so much going on in my life. But I digress. I have started a new hobby and it is addictive! Canning, something that I started after I purchased a bag of blood oranges from Wal-mart of all places! I saw it, and I had to get it.

I used the traditional Ball brand glass jars, pint sized. I will say that investing in a funnel designed for the jars is a great idea...especially since I got a pint's worth of jam on the counter. I used 2 recipes plus my own variations to make it.

In my version, I used blood oranges, Meyer lemons, and V8 mango splash juice blend. This recipe made 4 pint jars. This taste great with lamb and over salmon! Here is the original recipe here.

Featured On Care2.com

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 03:31:00 +0000

Wow, another surprise feature. It's boosting my confidence, that's for sure! I was checking out my traffic and stats as usual and noticed a considerable amount of traffic coming from the website care2.com. So I checked into it, and my gold button clutch made it in the 19 handmade clutches for fall list!

Check me out and other handmade artists here.

Featured On The Front Page

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 18:23:00 +0000

It finally happened: I made it on the front page on Etsy! I didn't even know, I just decided to randomly check myself out on Craft Cult. I searched for my name, and BAM! A result actually showed up. I might not have made sales from it, but the traffic was nice.

Super Sale!!!

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 18:15:00 +0000

Hello everyone. I am having a cool sale because i'm featured on Paper N Stitch. You can get 20% off of everything in my Mienkintosh Fairie shop by using the coupon code : PAPER20.

Check me out here.

Super Sale!

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 23:27:00 +0000

I am having a super sale at my other shop, Chili Sugar Cookie. Please check it out! It ends next week Wednesday.

Check it out Here.

Sewing Class Supply List

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 20:49:00 +0000

I'm so excited! I am teaching sewing lessons at Hobby Lobby! It's in McDonough, GA. I am teaching this basic class on how to make the perfect skirt. Students should already have working knowledge of sewing.

Here is the supply list below (can be purchased at Hobby Lobby):

Suitable fabric to use are: denim, damask, pique, poplin, twill, lightweight wool and wool blends, brocade, satin, soft lightweight linen and linen blends, synthetic leather. Since this is basic sewing, I would prefer for you not to use double knit for this class or crepe, or suede. Those fabrics are for advanced students. If you are advanced in sewing, then we can use those fabrics which uses specialized needles and such.

Simplicity pattern 2343 Skirt in your size range

1 1/2 yards of fabric (45"in wide fabric)

OR

1 yard fabric (60"in wide fabric)

Scissors

Seam ripper (I have several of these as well if you need one)

Sewing Machine

Bobbins that are suitable for your sewing machine

Notebook and ink pen or pencil

Clear grid ruler (I have several if you need to borrow one)

I am suppling the zippers, hook & eyes as well as the thread. Please let me know the color of your fabric so that I can have the correct zipper and thread color in stock.

Large Hair Bow Explosion!

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 07:00:00 +0000

This has been a busy few weeks for me. Quite busy with working, lack of work, and work. That might not make sense, but it does if you are a virtual agent from home. I won't get into it, but it is life sucking.

I have been working on hair bows lately. Like I live in a factory working on bows. I figure if I get the chance, I will be able to sell them all. I will have a wider variety to show off.

Tool Box: The Cube Handbag

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 02:32:00 +0000

I have been hoarding this tool print fabric by Micheal Miller for years. I have a serious fabric addiction. I might sell some of my stash...HA! That will happen when I am buried in it and end up on that show: Hoarders, Buried Alive.

I have been a bit bored. I pulled out my sketch journal and looked at some of my older designs from last year or perhaps from 2010. I found a gem: my cube bag. I was inspire by bento box bags.

Inspiration: Silver and Neon Pop

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 22:52:00 +0000

Get your neon on here

Over-Sized Bow Will Eat Your Head!!!

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sat, 28 Jul 2012 01:34:00 +0000

Monster bows are cool. The ones that I am making now are going to eat your head. Ok, it's not that dramatic, but it is huge! It is like a hat. This one is for the few, the brave, the cool folks.

I like this "ghost" photography look.

Fall 2012 Hunting and Fishing Trend: Hair Bows

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 21:59:00 +0000

On the runways for Fall 2012 Michael Kors and Tommy Hilfiger had the girls going hunting/fishing theme. Full of plaids, red, and oranges.

I took my own take on it by incorporating the tale of Paul Bunyan and Babe the blue ox. I plan on actually doing a bit of sewing to make a few outfits. I'm not too keen on the grandma trend-yet.

These are available for purchase here.

Play Dead

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 06:31:00 +0000

source

"I play dead, it stops the hurting," Bjork (Play Dead)

Tribal And The Bow

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 05:17:00 +0000

I decided to try out the tribal theme on some hair bows. I am starting to build up an inventory of bows. What is a girl to do with all of these bows!

What do you wear your bows with?

Tribal Print Shoe Love

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 04:46:00 +0000

I was not too keep on the "tribal, native print trend to be honest with you. BUT- then I saw these platform wedges and had to have them! I guess the trend did get a piece of me, huh? Are there any trends that you fell prey to before?

Vintage Style Hair Snood

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 00:50:00 +0000

Ah, hair snoods. The name "snood" is such a funny word. After purchasing this cool vintage hair style book, I have wanted a sexy pin-up style hair style. Check out this lovely mint snood that I found!

Mint green snood at Arthelias Attic

Chevron And Neon

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 12:00:00 +0000

Neon is all the rage. I thought that I would have my way with this trend and incorporate it into my line.

Like Sugar Cookies

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 05:32:00 +0000

Whew! That job has become my ball and chain. I have missed everyone and blogging! I promise that I will have my blog back and running.

I have been making new product for two shops while trying to hold down a job.

I sketched these cookies years ago, and finally created one version of them! The other version will made hand embroidered and made with wool felt.

Ready for your enjoyment

New Shop!

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Sat, 12 May 2012 00:12:00 +0000

I am super excited to announce the opening of my new shop! This shop will sell only dolls, mice, plushies and the like.

You can see for yourself ^_^. All of my followers will get 20% off of their purchase using coupon code: OPEN20

Shop link here

Pink Clutch With Chain

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Thu, 03 May 2012 01:44:00 +0000

I love making bow clutches. Even more than that, I love doing custom jobs. The adrenaline pumps through, and I feel like the athlete of sewing. Here is the very last pink telephone clutch. So cute, has that retro feel to it.

Mori Girl Neutral Hair Bows

noreply@blogger.com (mienkintoshfairie) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:54:00 +0000

I'm back, and ready for action! I have just baked these 5 new neutral bows. The prints range from eggshell to rich chocolate. They have fun names like Desert Rose, Champagne and Chocolate, Crackled and Shattered.

I drew inspiration from building from the Art Deco art period.

"Momma always said life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get. ."-Forrest Gump

Now available in my shop ^_^. P.S. did I mention that I was also inspired by Mori girls? Mori means 'forest' in Japanese. It is a subculture in Japan. The girls dress in prints, earth and jewel tones like hunter green, blues, deep red, browns. The wear more natural fabrics, and look like they live in the forest, very ethereal and organic shapes. They also wear fur, faux fur vests and prints (animals, small floral, folk).