My Doll Haven

Everyone Needs Playtime

In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for pure fun. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we stopped playing.

When we carve out some leisure time, we’re more likely to zone out in front of the TV or computer than engage in fun, rejuvenating play like we did as children. But play is not just essential for kids; it can be an important source of relaxation and stimulation for adults as well.

There doesn’t need to be any point to the activity beyond having fun and enjoying yourself. By giving yourself permission to play with the joyful abandon of childhood, you can reap oodles of health benefits throughout life.

Thursday

New Arrival

Not really brand new, but a new addition to my family. He's a pre-loved doll who once belonged to Sim, a fellow BJD enthusiast. Every time I saw her Bory at a doll meet, the green eyed monster came to life. I asked that if she ever decided to sell him, to let me have first dibs.

Finally today, Sim allowed me to purchase him and bring him home. He is a Luts Kid Delf Moonlit Song Bory Centaur (human head), with default face up and full body blushing. He does have the gold tail and back piece to match his gold hooves, however, I shall not be using them as I like the tail that Sim made for him.

He is Theron, my Ipotane King, partner to Ondine (a Guardian Water Sprite) and father to Princess Hera, my Tiny Delf centaur.

Wednesday

Floor Coverings & Quilt

I have added a couple more pieces to the diorama. I looked at all the wooden floors but wanted to add more bright colours to the room. So it was off to Spotlight yesterday, for a little poke around. There I found a red placemat, which looked like it would be perfect for the job I had in mind. When laid flat on the floor it looks like tiles.

I also cut the square mat that came with the set to a round, then added the edging. I had plenty of fabrics in my stash, so I made a little patchwork quilt as well.

Also needed something for the walls, so after a little internet browsing, I came across this circus train, which picks up the colours and makes a perfect frieze.

Just a window and some finishing touches will complete the room.

Sunday

RealFee Body Swap

Periwinklestars (DOA) wanted to see the pink resin / clear pink combination, so I decided to do a little swapping about with my RealFee bodies and try some different poses with the mermaid tail.