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Dollybird Vol. 16 Key Details
- Theme: Styling
- Publisher: Hobby Japan
- Volume: 16
- ISBN: 9784798602301
- Where to Buy: CDJapan, eBay, Amazon Japan, Etsy
Dollybird Vol. 16 is themed around styling.
The cover section explores how far one pattern or garment design can stretch and transform depending on the fabric and embellishments used.
4 artists, Jine Mama, Miyuki Odani, Sleep, and Kaguraza, each showcase their own take on this idea.
The second section introduces the Unoa Quluts Elder Sister dolls, Ange and Belia, making their debut in the magazine. This section includes full makeup and outfit recipes for both.
This issue also continues the Dolly Pattern Workshop series, with Sawako Araki teaching how to create a pants pattern.
For Dollfie Dream owners, this volume includes a My First Dollfie Dream segment by mimico, walking through how to make doll eyes from putty.
It’s a handy beginner technique if you’ve ever wanted to customize your DD’s eyes yourself.
Have a Look Inside
Product Information
- Pages: 112
- Size: A4 (210 x 297 x 4 mm)
- Publisher: Hobby Japan
- ISBN: 9784798602301
- Release: June 2011
- Price: ¥1,800 about $18
Where to Buy
Frequently Asked Questions
Not at all. The text is entirely in Japanese, but a translator app like Google Translate will come in handy for articles, interviews, and pattern instructions.
Yes. Patterns cover Neo Blythe, Dollfie Dream, Unoa Quluts, and more. Keep in mind that patterns use a mix of photo instructions and illustrations. Sewing from the illustrated patterns takes a bit more patience, especially if you are new to doll sewing.
Yes. The My First Dollfie Dream segment by mimico walks through how to make doll eyes from putty, a useful technique if you want to customize your DD’s eyes at home.
eBay is one of the best places for out-of-print volumes. CDJapan, Etsy, and Amazon Japan also carry Dollybird books. See the Complete List of Dollybird Magazine Books for the full index.
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More Dollybird Resources
- Complete List of Dollybird Magazine Books
- Dollybird Sewing Patterns & Paper Crafts: Vol 11–20
- Your Complete Guide to Dollybird Magazine Patterns by Volume
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