Wow, can’t believe it’s already been a year since I opened Dark Manor Dolls. So much has happened in the last 12 months, but I guess time really does fly when you’re having fun, doesn’t it?? And man, I’ve been having a blast, thanks to all of my lovely fans and followers. So to celebrate I’m having a huge sale, my biggest one yet. Starting today through Sunday, you can receive 30% off everything in my store. Just use coupon code HAPPYANNIVERSARY on checkout. And thank you all so much for your love and support!!!
9 Tips For Getting Out of An Artistic Funk
I’ll be honest with you, I’ve been really struggling lately. I don’t know what it is but most days I just don’t feel motivated to work on dolls. It’s not that I don’t love what I’m doing. I’m totally happy with how things have been going with the Dark Manor lately. I dunno, I guess I just feel a lack of inspiration as of late. Which is why I decided to write this post, for you and for me. This is a list of things I find helpful when I’m just not feeling it. You know what I mean. When you just can’t seem to get yourself to be excited to work on your art. When you feel you’re in a funk, check out these 9 tips I find really helpful in getting the inspiration wheels turning again. Continue reading “9 Tips For Getting Out of An Artistic Funk”
Shop Update: 6/5/15
I’ve got two new gothic dolls that will be popping into the shop tomorrow, Friday, June 5th at 2:00pm. To purchase either of these you can find my shop on etsy or simpy click the shop tab above and it will take you directly to my shop. Layaway for either doll is available. If you are interested in reserving a doll please email me at DarkManorDolls@gmail.com. For layaway I require a $100 deposit and once that is paid the doll will be reserved for up to 30 days. Continue reading “Shop Update: 6/5/15”
Lost in Wonderland
I have three Alice in Wonderland themed dolls ready to find new homes. All three art dolls will be for sale as a part of the “Down the Rabbit Hole” showcase held on Facebook. The showcase will take place here June 5th-7th. You can find all the details for each doll below, but they will not be for sale until the showcase starts. So if you’d like to snag one of these put those dates on your calendar.
On My Worktable – 5/23/15
Finally finishing up my three dolls for the Alice in Wonderland showcase coming up!! It’s been a busy and stressful few weeks but I couldn’t be more pleased with how everything turned out. I’ve got a white rabbit, an Alice of course, and tonight I am putting the final details on my Mad Hatter. Continue reading “On My Worktable – 5/23/15”
New Things
It’s been far too long since my last entry. Sometimes it’s really hard to find time to write a blog post, but I hope to make it a more regular thing.
I’ve been very busy this last month working on lots of new things. One of my goals for this year was to make better dolls that had more posability. I succeeded in making my first fully posable doll a few months ago and since then I’ve made 5 more. Continue reading “New Things”
New Posable Dolls!!
I’ve got new posable dolls in the shop and I’m so excited to finally be able to tell you about them. The two above are Louise and Anne and I just listed a third tonight. But first let me tell you a little about how I made them. Continue reading “New Posable Dolls!!”
The Freedom to Fail
I purchased a few doll making books at the beginning of this year by Susanna Oroyah and while reading one of them I came across this quote that spoke so deeply to me:
“Being creative means giving yourself the freedom to explore, the freedom to fail, and the permission to try again.” Continue reading “The Freedom to Fail”
Pin Cushion Queen
for the pin cushion queen.
When she sits alone on her throne
Pins push through her spleen.”
-Tim Burton Continue reading “Pin Cushion Queen”
An Average Day At The Manor
A few weeks ago I shared with you some of my tricks for making time for art and creativity. This week I thought I’d share with you what an average day looks like for me. Continue reading “An Average Day At The Manor”