Yay, More Mail Today! Thanks USPS!

Thank goodness, more items came in today's mail. I was getting worried, as some of them were Christmas gifts...whew!

Well, Yesterday after finally, taking some time and redressing my Aram dolls. I forgot to show off some of their fashions here on my blog! So, here they are before telling you more about today's loot! LOL!

 Above: Heukdan is wearing a lovely cape and frilly skirt by my dear friend Oayt, with a red turtleneck top by Azone for pureneemo, and Volks WTG stockings.

Above: Baekdan is wearing a lovely top made for Uneeda's Little Sophisticates, paired with Sweet Pea's pink frilly skirt and stockings. Headband is by Takara for Licca-chan.

Okay, now on to what came in!! Below, I got these lovely Christmas felt ornaments from ebay as a Lot. I really wanted the lovely girl majorette, because she reminds me of the dollies in the Rankin/Bass Christmas tv shows! The cute bear is also a lovely addition!

 Both are Marching band leaders with their batons! Now, if only I could find more band members?!

 I didn't want to forget showing you my boy bear ornament that I got last month. He looks better amongst the Christmas decor!

A close up of this sweet Majorette! I know I will have her hanging around my dolly cabinet even after the holiday season is thru!! She is just too cute for words and these felt ornaments are so delicate too, I have remember not to handle her too much-_-;

Well, I hope your holidays is as dreamy and that you all are getting your Christmas shopping done too!

Thanks for reading as always! - ggsdolls

Ho Hum, Ugh!

LOL, haven't posted in a few days...sorry. Just been a little 'under the weather' so to say. It's been kinda busy with trying to get gifts and things mostly online for the kids. But so much is going on that mail has been really slow this year.

Usually when I do my shopping early. I get them in early, but I guess with the strike at a port in California, and now with cargo on Guam having issues, the mail is even slower than usual and so early for it too-_-; Sorry for the rant...

I finally had some items come in by Thursday last week, which usually takes about 5 days or less. But I am glad it came in...

 I discovered these cute little Arby's meal toys called Mr & Miss from the 80's. In early November. Above purple one is called Miss Naughty, and Mr Late. Cute additions to my rubber doll/toy collection!

 This smile snap keychain pinocchio is just too adorable. The Disney version, I had to get one after seeing a fellow flickr friend's version here! How can you resist!!?

 I also received a lovely packet from Oayt. Which included some lovely items I ordered from her for my aram dolls and Tadie. I hope to take more pics of the pieces that came in. So, just a little teaser below!

 Tadie in Oayt's aram size cardigan in yellow with lovely flower decor. You can find Oayt's lovely dolly fashions here! Just fm her and ask!

The girls are wearing sweet pea's pastel fashions above. I got them some time ago and just forgot to share. I am just loving their colors on them!

Hopefully more to share soon, as the items arrive! Thanks for reading. - ggsdolls

New/Old Small Dollies arrive!

I was able to get some interesting dolls via ebay and they arrived to me today! So of course, I couldn't wait to take pics and share with you a bit more about them!

Below: I've seen this particular doll before and there were 2 dolls from the same seller. Both were NRFB, but the one in a raincoat, didn't quite 'call my name', but the other with her lovely pale blonde locks and blue eyeshadow, I just couldn't resist!

 Gina arrived with a crushed outer box, literally! I was worried she was crushed herself, but when i opened the box, her box was in tact. Sadly, her cello was already ripped at the left hand, and inside mold and mildew had settled in. I just had to hurry and take her out from that existence! LOL...

 Gina is a "Playmates" doll #5096, and the markings, 'made in Hong Kong'. I've seen some playmate variations. But this one, I must say, is one of the cutest one's.

 She has amazing hair and her dress is nice and mint. Her eyes are reminiscent of the 1960s style. She stands only at 8 1/2 inches tall. A lovely mod little dolly.

I also got this sweet girl above. Her name is 'Happy Haley'. She is about the same size as Susie Sad Eyes, around 8 inches tall. In her original dress and hat. I had to add another snap, and sew part of her dress. She came loose, and didn't come with shoes, but I found a pair of Heidi shoes that fit her perfectly. I've seen some Haley dolls, and always wanted to see one up close. She is sweet and I am still deciding if she will stay in my collection or not?

Lately, I've been mostly looking out for odd, not as popular dolls that I can find for cheap...So far, its been interesting what I've uncovered thru ebay and etsy!

Thanks for reading! - ggsdolls

A Morning Stroll...

I had a fun shoot with a cute new/old little dolly! I got a lot of dolls via ebay and in it was a finger ding doll named, "Betsy". Poor girl's body was all broken, but at least her red tutu was in good shape and her head. So, I decided to place her on a pure neemo sitting body, and here are the pics!

 Betsy just came back from a relaxing walk at the beach! She decided to stop and pose for the camera! "Peace".

 I love her bright yellow hair! She looks great in pink "Juicy Couture", made for Barbie.

These pure neemo bodies are amazing. I love the natural look as she sits and her back side! LOL!
Now, she makes me want to get a pink haired finger ding! or blue!?

Thanks so much for reading! - ggsdolls

Inside the Nakajima Dream Mansion!

I was finally able to take some pics of the recently acquired Nakajima Seisakusho Dream Mansion! It will become a Christmas present for my youngest daughter, Sara. My oldest daughter Tabytha had to keep her busy whilst I checked the doll house to make sure it was complete, etc.!

Oh my goodness! This cute dolly apartment building/Mansion is amazing! I've seen something similar to it in the US market, but this Japan version was complete, and with only a few minor issues, like aging, and tape damage, but otherwise in mint condition! As for the price, I must say it was definitely a cheap buy, as I thought I was going to be a part of a bidding war?! Anywho... onto the pics! (shots requested by a fellow blog friend Call of the small.)

 Out of the box! The mansion has three floors, all of the furniture was included and boxed neatly for each floor and their rooms. First, outside, is a separate panel for the swimming pool and driveway area. In the first floor, the box with furniture inside said, Bathroom & Dining room furniture, which also included the pool side furniture.

 A closer shot of the pool area!

 Backside of the Mansion. You can see each of the rooms. Some of the furniture is a bit large and hard to fit in each room, not giving much space to move furniture around. The furniture definitely looks a lot like Triang style furniture. All plastic, and some metal parts, like in the bathroom. As you can see the floors are all mixed up as I didn't have much time to place them in the correct order! I just noticed that dining rm is separate from the kitchen!LOL! Thank goodness the floors are interchangeable. I should've had the bedrm and nursery at the top level in the shot, ugh-_-;

The Mansion also has an elevator to go between the three levels! Using batteries the elevator can move up and down with a push of a button at the roof top. Sadly, I did not get to check if that part worked or not...I guess I will find out Christmas morning!?

 When boxed, this is the kitchen set and it includes, a double sink, stove, table and 2 chairs. Along with the living room furniture set that includes, a sofa, coffee table, credenza, 2 chairs, and a floor lamp.

 This set above shows the bedrm set which includes the closet, dresser w/mirror, bed, and stool. The nursery set includes, a crib with removable mattress, changing table, floor lamp, and rocking horse.

Finally, the boxed bathrm set includes, a bath tub, toilet, sink w/mirror. The Dining rm set includes, a table, 4 chairs, and a floor sconce. Not to forget to mention the pool set! Which includes, the umbrella, 4 small blue stools, a ladder, and diving board.

 (above and below, sellers photos not mine.) I wanted to include these photos of the box, so you can see the levels. Sadly, it doesn't include dolls to play with...

I hope my daughter will enjoy it? Hopefully she will have many hours of play, and so will I!!

Thanks so much for reading! - ggsdolls

Happy Thanksgiving to all!

HI everyone! I just wanted to say, "Happy Turkey Day!" to all of you wonderful followers and bloggers who stop by and visit or just to browse my blog! Thank you for your lovely comments and visits! Here on Guam it is already Turkey Day for us! So,  I hope you all have a blessed one and be thankful for all the good things we have! Many continued blessings, Cynthia(ggsdolls)

(above art not mine, borrowed.)

Thanks again for reading! - ggsdolls

My other Project!

I was able to finish the project this morning and just had to share with you what I did!

 I added some solid color pennants to this cute vintage flower cart I got from etsy some time back. It was actually quite plain before. As seen below from a previous shot with Baekdan!

I used a gold paint marker I got back in April from my travel Stateside. I added some gold accents on the wheels, and handles. I then used teriyaki sticks, some beads, string an origami paper. I must admit it turned out cute. Now, Tadie is ready for the flea market! LOL! Besides the cart fits her better!

Now, I am going pennant crazy, and want to place them elsewhere in my dolly cabinet! LOL!

Thanks for reading! - ggsdolls

Things I did Today!

Last night just before bed time, I was inspired to make some pennants. So, this morning after all my usual chores, I started working on it and finished one part of my project!

I've always loved pastel pennants that I've seen on etsy, so I decided to make some for my Aram shelf. It actually turned out very cute too! I also added lettering! I used origami paper, tacky glue and some string. Now, to make smaller one's for my next project!

 I also received an even smaller package from Japan today! Yup, only 2 items inside! LOL, Adorable Abu-chan baby doll loose with bottle, and a Anime sketchbook. The sketchbook will be added to the shop later today!

 Just to adorable to resist. I found this lovely loose Abu-chan up for auction. There was also some clothing, but sadly, I didn't win the fashion. Still, this wee one is a great addition to my cheaper doll collection. Above, Abu's cute little feet and shoes!

 Close up of his face. Yup, it is a boy!? When I took him out to clean him up, he has his little boy parts too! Sadly, he is wearing a pink dress, I need to find him some boy clothing!

Chubby hands and feet! I love how the sculpt is, with his feet slightly curved and his hands too! According to Yu's Cuties website, "This baby doll's name, is derived from bib, and for our Japanese call it "Abu-chan". It can hold a nursing bottle in one's mouth."

If I am able to finish the other project today? I will post it, if not, it will be shown tomorrow...

Thanks so much for reading! - ggsdolls
 

Other items that made it in Yesterday!

I didn't get a chance to add these little items I also got in, Yesterday!

 These lovely vintage dolly stickers from Hong Kong, took way too long to arrive from etsy-_-; almost 2 months!! I was upset, but I can't control everything...LOL!

 This lovely Unica Boy doll, I was surprised to find him via ebay Germany, no other bidders too! He is a sweet addition to my growing weird dolly collection! Now, to only find his sister!!

 Unica boy and Tadie side by side, they match! Weird dolls Unite!!

 Oh, I shouldn't forget to share a bit of Yesterday's shoot with Asari-chan dolls on the slide!

These dolls fit the slide scale better! They just enjoy a good slide! LOL!

Thanks for reading! - ggsdolls

My Latest Box from Japan!

Yup, it amazed me too, that I was able to get this lovely box in! Though the dollar is slowly getting better against the yen, it is not like the good ole' days when it was above 100yen-_-; But still one can always enjoy a good buy when you see one!!LOL

 Above, I was able to snag this lovely larger dolly dresser in wood. I also found a lovely Sweet Lala double pencil case, a Masako W. Sketch book, and a lovely Yoko Kitajima coloring book!

 I usually find them as a cabinet, closet, etc. But this one was larger, and could possibly be used for jewelry or dolly things! I like the modern/mid century/atomic look of it! Also the color of the drawers too! The mirror can be adjusted!

 Lovely Masako Watanabe sketch notebook, sadly it is used, but one can still frame the front cover. A lovely dreamy anime lady art for sure!

I've often see these lovely double pencil cases and honestly, this is the first time I've had one in my hands to see. Lovely artwork by Yoko Kitajima, her anime girls are cute and childish! This pencil case has so many compartments! I counted 7 areas! I will be adding most of the items in the photo to the shop!

Thanks for reading! - ggsdolls