Before You Spend...

 Earn." - W.W. Quote for today. 

 Believe it or not, I don't ask Sam for money to pay for anything I collect or buy for my shop. What I make, is what I am able to spend. So, this quote is fitting.

Here is what I received last week Friday!

I received several boxes mainly from Japan, above all the loot that came in and a few other items. A large vintage doll/toy puzzle set of 6, a Ado M. tote bag, Sweater Couple of African boy/girl figurines, Happy N Roro Letter Set, mini memo book, retro handmade Japanese artist bear, a Dalmation pup couple, and a huge Rune cat coin bank. All except for the mini memo, puzzle, and retro bear have either sold or is still listed in my Etsy shop, now.

These vintage sweater African boy and girl figurine set, are quite unique. We often see them as animals like a cat or pup, but to see them like this and the girl with hair! quite unique indeed! They are listed. The Happy and Roro letter set comes with a lot of accessories, like origami sheets, pencil sharpener, colored pencils, etc. Already sold too! Next, these lovely Dalmation pups, are actually my second set found. In great condition, with exception of a little nick on her front. Otherwise, gorgeous.

If you recall, I've found a smaller version of the puzzle above, and below. But, this set has six large puzzles in the bag. I have yet to open it and list them. So many cute vintage toys and dolls in each puzzle too! Just too cute. I may want to keep this? Haha! I also found this huge Rune cat coin bank!!! I was surprise too, that it was still available. I listed it the next day in my Etsy shop, and it sold really fast!!

This mini memo book, has coloring sheets and other little teen tidbits, and information? Perhaps, not sure until I translate it. I will have to do a translate photo later. This one is mainly for my collection. This adorable retro mini bear, I found via a Japan site and the Japanese artist, "Kotori". She has made a few others, that sell quickly. So, I was glad to be able to get one of her creations. I love the baggie the bear came in... it has some vintage ribbon too, if you noticed!

I hope to bring more in if I am able to get them. This sweet Redhead little girl is made by Forsum. She has already been added to my shop. In lovely condition too. I also worked on a few creations. I was finally inspired to work on the bunny head from the Lot of rubber faces from Mexico. I decided it would be cute as a Roly Poly Rattle. I even used the retro Japanese fabric I had in my shop. What do you think? It is made of yellow felt and the fabric. I also used the polkadot ruffles in white and pink, a pink pompom, and then, added a sheer bow. I think he will stay with me for a bit....

Finally, I was in the mood to complete the yellow Fuzbear!! After working on the roly poly bunny, I felt inspired to finish the bear. I also used the same retro fabric on this bear's, palms, feet and tummy!! He turned out beautifully!! I've added a blue satin bow, a squeak sound on his left ear, and a bird sounder in his tummy. He still has the hang tie at the top. You can hold and shake him to hear the bird sounds. I will need to do a bit more trimming of his fur, but he is ultimately done! Whew! Now, there are six others in waiting... Haha!

I almost forgot, the red tote below!! So adorable, I believe the artwork is by Ado Mizumori. A lovely tote bag to carry your mini toys or doll with you on the go. I have this lovely tote listed in my Etsy shop. The lining inside is red with floral designs. Quite unique too!

Season's Greetings, from Holly and her bike!! 

Wishing you all a safe and healthy week!!

Thank you for looking! ~ ggsdolls

Before You Speak...

 ...Listen. Before you write, think." is the quote for today. It has been a nice, easy going week. Here are my vintage finds that have arrived to me, safely...

I bought these two adorable nude angel ornaments, because they were unique. Both made in Japan, They have wire with sheer fabric wings at the back, closed eyes, and hands in prayer. Great to hang upon your tree this season. I also received a box from Japan, with two Yahoo Japan items, I won. This lovely ceramic puppy head coin bank. I cleaned him up and added the pink satin bow and rubber stopper. He is already listed in my shop. His eyes are stickers and possibly earlier versions of Rune Naito or Ado Mizumori.

This lovely large posedoll, is similar to others I've found before. But, this one is my 2nd little girl. As the others are a Princess or Southern Belle Lady. This little cutie, has some issues, like her leg is bent in at her calf, and she had a smudge stain on her right cheek. I wiped it a bit, and hopefully it helped. She needed replacing of her bows on her braids. She wears a red dotted satin dress, and red shoes. Quite lovely I think. Now, to decide if I will keep her or not... Haha!

This lovely upcycled Cinderella book, I found through Etsy at, "OstentifieousGoods"! As a little girl, this was my favorite Golden Book. I used to read it over and over, and look dreamily on the illustrations. Not because I wanted a Prince, but because I loved the way the artist drew Cinderella's tiny feet. As I've shared before, I am born with, "Clubfeet". Growing up, I used to wish I had normal feet and be able to wear slippers like hers... Well, one can still dream. The book is made into a journal/sketch book, with extra pages in between the story to write or draw in. How cool is that?! A treasure for sure. The shop has an amazing idea of upcycling old books. I hope they make others!

This lovely ceramic girl with her cat figurine, I had been eyeing for the past 2 weeks. I wasn't sure if I should get her. But now, I am so glad I did. She is made in Japan and has the oddest looking eyes. Haha! As she glares at her kitty. So sweet and her coloring too. I added a ribbon, but may change it to satin instead. Next, I received from Yahoo Japan auctions, a Lot of vintage dolls by Sekiguchi and others. In the lot, is this lovely green jumper Gege doll, similar to the smaller one I shared from last post. They are like sisters. I've already listed the entire lot in my Etsy shop. The taller green Gege is adopted. There is a bonnet girl, not made by Sekiguchi. She is different with her 'Southern Belle' style, and her shoes can come off. Where as the Sekiguchi girls shoes, don't. I love her face too! The three mermaid dolls have color changing hair! From Pink to Purple, Green to Blue, and Yellow to Orange!! Each will be sold separately.

Next, this lovely posedoll with craft hoop. I bought this one from a fellow collector that had it listed on IG. I was so surprised no one else snapped it up. It arrived safely and Katie even added a few treats! How sweet. I love the unique look of the artwork. It is basically, fabric from a white blouse... Then, she printed these cute posedollies on it, and secured it on the hoop. Just adorable and great to hang up too!

Last, my little pink pastel Christmas tree above, I received some blue silk apple ornaments and this lovely pink gingham angel from a lot. Paired the new arrivals with some of last years decor and now, my little tree display is complete! Below, is our living room tree. Taby came down on her day off from work, and helped us to paint the wall to freshen it up. Then, we put up our tree! It looks amazing thanks to her, Sam and Sara!!

Have a safe and blessed week everyone!

Thank you for reading! ~ ggsdolls

Let your past make you...

 ...a better person, not a bitter one.

 

 Just a thought to share... The past week, I have slowly received some lovely vintage finds. Here is what has arrived... Barbie type profile art above, by piccrew app.

This Lot of 41 vintage rubber faces arrived. All the way from Mexico! Many have already been listed in my Etsy shop and a few I will keep for myself. There are two of the same panda bear face, I've used before in my furry plushies I've made, a dog face, Mrs. Claus, Baby faces...

...a Cow with udders, a dear, cat and more. I'll be keeping the bunny and cat head. I still have yet to be inspired to make more of my plushies... It's been kinda still blah, for me. But, we did enjoy Thanksgiving with our immediately family and all were safe and well. Inside the box was also this unique cat jewelry hanger? She has a celluloid type face. I added the black satin ribbon hanger, and the green sheer bow to her. A lovely kitty too!

Next, this Columbia toy plush rubber face duck. He was a delightful find while doing my usual searches. I decided to get him to add him to my shop soon. Just wanted to take my time listing some of these goodies. He is all original too! I also decided to get this vintage Pose doll head with the plastic or vinyl face. She is lovely and I may use her on a doll body or craft something, at some point. Haha!

This lovely vintage toy kitchen sink, comes with its original box, I found in an online shop in Japan. It doesn't have any toy dishes etc. so I will add the toy sushi, desserts and food set that I already have in my shop together with this. I have already listed it too! Pretend play fun for kids. You can even add water into the sink to pretend wash dishes! I also found this lovely vintage Glico dresser. I have the white with red version. But, this is the version I fell in love with, back in 2007 from a fellow collector Superjunk, here. She had come back from a trip to Japan and brought some miniature glico toys and her dresser, and the pink closet have been on my wish list since then. Today, I am happy to announce, I finally found this dresser and the closet, all within this year! Yay! It has been a long time coming too! Ha!

I decided to buy this gal to sell in my Etsy shop. She has cute glasses and comes with her original box. Just an adorable face too! The vintage ceramic soldier cookie jar, was another unique find. He has the cutest face and is in amazing condition. Also already listed in my shop. The bear is a handmade cutie by a Japanese artist, Pinocosmile. She makes many adorable cuties in felt. This one is made to look like a Rushton "Happy Bear". She too is already listed in my shop and has been set on reserve, because a customer will adopt her later this week.

I found the partner to my other Mr. Joe cup, in pink via Ebay! I was so happy, and the price wasn't so bad either. Now, I own the blue and pink cup. They will make great silly photos... more on them soon! Then, this lovely vintage flocked tiger was up for auction via Yahoo Japan. In beautiful mint condition too. He has already been listed in my Etsy shop as well. You can hang him up on your wall or desk!

Last, this lovely vintage cutie I adopted from Kewtkitsch on IG. She had her Mexican clone 'Happy Bear' on her story up for offers, I made an offer, and was sure that someone else did better then I did. But low and behold, she messaged me and said, I was the highest. LOL I was able to adopt her and she arrived safely to me the other day. She is the closest I have to a real Rushton Happy Bear version. I regret selling the one I had, but I did have a good reason. I want the larger version! Haha! One can wish right?! This cutie is the next best thing, and at a way better price. I will cherish her, thank you dearest KQ!

A sweet baby for sure! This year has come so fast, and will go out, whew! It has been surreal. But, I am glad that there is a lot more hope now... for many things.

Until next post, stay safe and well!

Don't be bitter, be better!

Thank you for looking! ~ ggsdolls