Project runway Dia de Muertos/Day of the Dead Challenge Game 20

I wish I could enter this challenge; I love Dia De Los Muertos. I think I am going to have to sit the next couple challenges out. I need to start getting ready for baby number two. She's due in December. Good luck to everyone!! I am going to love seeing all the entries and progress during this challenge!

 

I had so much fun with the last challenge I am in for this one too.Entry Form:
DOA user name: Frenchaddict
Size and sculpt of model BJD Doll Chateau Jupiter
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under) No
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? Yes
Photo of model BJD
My entry I am depicting a dead child, I have given her a steampunk inspired costume. Traditionally on the Day of the Dead if the visitors were seeing a child they would bring the childs favourite toy so I made my girl a doll. The mask is made from linen with hand embroidery, the umbrella covering I crocheted. I made everything for the costume including the wig.
GLAMOUR

FRONTBACK

DETAILS
hat

 

Neo-ragdolls: ditto what elfmoon said. How exciting!!!
Oh, wow...yes. I so hope I have time for this.

DOA user name: Vindalootoo
Size and sculpt of model: Has to be Morgaine: Fairyland ChicLine Lishe (modded)
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under) No
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? Sure!

 

Congrats neo-ragdolls!

DOA Username: pd1223
Size and sculpt of model : Iplehouse SID Aurora
Is your doll a tiny: (6" and under) No
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? Yes

 

I'll see if I can manage....
DOA user name: tears4dragons
Size and sculpt of model BJD Fairyland Minifee Shiwoo
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under) no
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? sure
Photo of model BJD

 

neo-ragdolls: Congratulations on your impending delivery. How exciting for you.

Mookie and I will take a shot at this one. I think I will have to make a concerted effort to be more organized though. Waiting for the last minute to get started is my usual modus operandi (hence the chronic pleas for extensions) but this contest will fall in one of the few busy times a year when I actually might have legitimate excuses for procrastinating.

DOA user name: namaro
Size & sculpt of doll: Fairyland PukiPuki Pong (10 cm)
Is your doll a tiny: yes, though he prefers the term "fun size"
Would you like a critique from the judges: yes, please :


Dia de Muertos is a big day in Mexico as well as Peru, so we are going with the Mexican vibe and Mookie is representing a mariachi spirit.

FRONT VIEW


REAR VIEW


DETAIL #1 - HAT & MASK


DETAIL #2 - JACKET BACK & PANTS TRIM


DETAIL #3 - JACKET FRONT & RIBS


GLAMOUR SHOT - It is common to build altars to honor those who have passed. Typically, there are candles and flowers, along with food gifts for the departed. Mookie is honoring his dear abuela by singing a song and playing his guitar (along with his friend Mr. Bones). That is why he is not wearing the mask in the final picture. Plus he says the mask makes his head look big.

 

More congratulations neo-ragdolls

I really enjoyed the last PR and would like to take part again - great theme! This is definitely one for my DC Bella - if I can restring her in time (epic fail on last attempt, currently she can't stand!)

DOA user name: shrinkomatic
Size and sculpt of model BJD: Doll Chateau Bella, MSD
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under): No
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? Yes please!

 

hmmm I probably don't need another project for November, but the theme is just too tempting...
DOA user name: Glomgrey
Size and sculpt of model BJD: Mirodoll Wind (60cm)
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under): No
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? Yes, please

 

I was going to sit this one out...but I just can't. I love Dia de Muertos!

DOA user name: Witchcraft
Size and sculpt of model BJD: Iplehouse EID Carina
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under): No
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge?: No thank you
Photo of model BJD:

 

With all the things I have planned for November I'll have no time to sleep but this is way to good to pass up. I was going to make somehting like this for Halloween but decided to go in a different direction. Now Anthony can have what I can't, lol

DOA user name: Deathwish111
Size and sculpt of model BJD: SD 58cm Anthony by Doll Leaves
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under): nope
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? yes please
Photo of model BJD


Sadly I wont be able to finish this. I have been way to busy with work and have only had three days off in the past two weeks I did manage to get the mask done but will be unable to finish the wig or dress. Here is the mask at least.

 

DOA user name: blue oracle
size and sculpt of model BJD: IH Sid soo
is your doll a tiny? no
would you like your costume to be critiqued by a judge? no, thanks
photo of model:




clothes styled after those beautiful, Mexican dancer's dresses. (not sure what they are called, sorry). mask is paper on a clay form with jewels. such a fun challenge, thanks!
















sorry for the bad pictures, still no computer, used phone camera.

 

neo-ragdolls, May your upcoming arrival be healthy and happy.

DOA user name: ladyfeather
Size and sculpt of model BJD: 65 cm Dollzone Cosmo, tan
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under): no
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? sure

Meet Rikki


OK, here I am again at the wire, but at least the pix went up.

Peru: Dia de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased) in Lima and Cuzco Information
While Day of the Dead is most famously observed in Mexico, it's also an important holiday in Peru and neighboring Bolivia, where traditions honoring the dead predate Catholicism. In Mexico the celebration is called Dia de los Muertos, meaning Day of the Dead. In Peru the term Dia de los Difuntos, meaning Day of the Deceased, is preferred, as it is seen to be more respectful. This celebration stems from the belief that the souls of dead relatives visit the earth on this day and families need to ensure that there is plenty of food available for these souls so that they can gain strength to continue on their journey in the afterlife.

My gentleman is a descendent of an offshoot Inca strain which holds stronger ties to the old ways. It may not be quite what you asked for but it is more the true Peruvian way to celebrate the Day. I touched on this with the mannequin who offers a place for the soul to rest while being respected by the relatives. She takes care of your request for a mask plus she becomes the accessory. I made all items worn by my gentleman (except his shoes) and the mannequin (except her straw hat). The glamour shot was to have been outside, but it was dark by the time I finished. I've gotta stop doing favors for other people....

Most information gathered from here:
http://religion.info/english/articles/article_505.shtml#.UpuMz-KYYfg


FRONT


BACK


DETAIL 1 - Mannequin


DETAIL 2 - hatband and mask


GLAMOUR SHOT

 

DOA user name: Kitty Blue
Size and sculpt of model BJD: MSD Resinsoul Mei
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under) nope
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? yes please
Model Photo: Ileara



My interpretation of the Day of the Dead...I went more for a kinda mourning look. Outfit consists of red floral off shoulder bodice and matching overskirt with black lace, red ribbon detail and a black sash belt with a red flower. Red front ruffled underskirt, black lace gloves, matching lace umbrella and of course skull mask with red and black flowers with red rhinestones.

Front:


Back:


Detail 1:


Detail 2:




Glamour:

 

I'd like to throw my hat in the ring for a chance to make a mask *intrigued* Now let's hope I have time to actually make something ^^

DOA user name: Ellipses
Size and sculpt of model BJD: Soom Migma SD
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under): No
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? If they would like.

Arquenne

 

DOA user name: Wildwoodflower
Size and sculpt of model BJD: 65cm Doll Chateau Stacy
Is your doll a tiny? (6” and under) Nope
Would you like your costume critiqued by a judge? Yes



My outfit was inspired by late Victorian/Edwardian fashion, and Gibson girls; hence the upswept hair and high collar. The gown has a printed cotton bodice, ribbon waistband, and pinstriped silk skirt. It laces up the back with metal eyelets. The whole thing is wrapped with a draped tulle overlay. The silk and tulle were custom overdyed orange. The tulle is gathered and stitched on with orange and smoky-gray glass beads. The collar (my official Accessory) is a completely separate piece from the gown--it's made of felt, appliqued with the "bones" and then hand-beaded. The mask is paperclay, painted with acrylics, and tied on with ribbons.

Front:


Back:


Detail 1:


Detail 2:


Glamour:

 

So excited for this challenge! Happy Halloween everyone!

 

Yay! Dia de los Muertos is finally here! Cannot wait to start sharing ideas and progress photographs with everyone again. Good luck to all!

 

Am going to work on this all weekend...uh after I clean my sewing room from the disaster it befell during the Halloween season..lol

 

I've been slowly collecting things - it's so hard to shop in China when you don't know where to shop! I think I'm going to have to make quite a few improvises ^^;

 

I have started on a couple of items. Attempted my mask yesterday unfortunately it did not work out as planned which was a shame because I liked the way it was looking. Will have to think of something else now.

 

I have materials!

Some remnants and scraps, sculpey, dollar store beads and some dollar store silk roses that I forgot to put in the picture...

And a plan! (sort of...) Which is based on these:
http://maggiemcneill.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/santa-muerte.jpg
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8pT-3AFs7.../M-1rZq3-e9E/s1600/PaleHorse+Santa+Muerte.jpg
(and some general research into Santa Muerte and her icons)

I'm getting started tonight

 

I went fabric shopping last night and got that out of the way. I found some fabric in my stash as well that will be perfect for this challenge! I'll try to remember to take photographs tonight of what I have collected so far.

 

I went out and got the stuff to make the mask. Never done this before I've got my fingers crossed it will turn out well. I'll post a progress picture once I have something picture worthy.

 

got materials together... now need to stop procrastinating.

 

These are the basis of my idea, especially the violinist. I still need to gather the fabrics.

 

Great images LadyFeather it will be interesting to see what you come up with.
These images are my inspiration, I have made a start on a few things nothing yet complete.

 

well scratch that didn't work one lick on the outfit last weekend...definitely will have to this weekend as I have plans for the last 2 weekends. I have color ideas and some sketches, now to just decide on fabrics.

 

I too didn't get anything done yet other than shopping for supplies. Been a bad pain week for me so I wasn't doing much of anything. I hope to work on this this weekend though!

 

So glad I'm not the only one floundering... I'm excited to see what everyone comes up with!! ...and hope against hope that I can do this RAAAHH!!!

 

I'm behind on this too Here are some inspiration pictures.





With any luck I will actually get something done tonight.

 

I went to gather materials but I'm short a few things I need. Guess I'm going to the fabric store this weekend and working on my mask tonight.
Some of my materials.

 

Right now I'm scampering for time. My daughter and I have a doll meet Saturday and I'm just starting on the layout. Then I do Thanksgiving for the family - this year 14 people. Good thing I'm retired. Hopefully I won't have to ask for an extension....

EDIT:
Finally got the materials together - had to go out and buy sculpy since I was out of white. Here's the pile - it's got leftovers from other projects:



My idea is a bit off the norm but it's what came to mind and I'm gonna go with it, even though it's more a story. This is for fun, right?

 

These images are my inspiration, I am not sure I am depicting the theme correctly but I will continue on with my concept all the same. Progress is slow but I hope to get more done in the coming week

 

Just baked my mask...going to let it cool for the day though before painting it and start working on the outfit. If the sculpey masked doesn't come out so well I'm going to try either leather or felt. That mask is pretty cool and I love the photo inspirations.

 

I thought I would post my inspiration photographs since I don't have any of my materials or work yet. Hopefully I can get some uploaded this week.

 

haha...I have those very photos in one of my inspiration photo albums...very lovely nice choices.

 

Fabulous! Wow. I didn't find anything like that. I have what I think would be a really cool idea...and don't think I'm going to have any time to do it. Had tooth abcess and esophagus-stuff, a wedding, and now TG...and my house is a wreck and the garden isn't completely winterized! WAH! I think Morgaine will forgive me (she thinks I'm nuts) but I really wanted to do this. Sniff...Not giving up yet, tho.

 

Here are a couple of progress pics... a very rough early draft of the mask, and my model hanging out with the fabric I'll be using.




I'm using LaDoll paperclay for the mask. At first I was concerned it would be too thick, but it shrank so much when it dried, I have to reinforce spots. It's very, very light now that it's dry.

 

nice start on the mask...I'm thinking I need to redo mine I used sculpey and it just picked up sooo much lint and dust and when I tried to paint it, it got all sticky. I like the wide eyeholes I didn't get that far on mine yet..but the mouth/nose part is very similar...hoping to have this weekend to get completed since I'll be too busy next week to work on anything.

 

Thanks! I really love paperclay--I don't use Sculpey anymore, since a friend gave me a pound of LaDoll. I finished the mask, and am going to paint it today... I ended up going with a different color scheme with the fabrics--I was going to do a pink-and-white Marie Antoinette thing, but I totally changed my mind

 

Omg that's a really cool idea. Like a Marie Antoinette day of the dead outfit.

 

Aww, thanks! I wanted to do it (and I may someday), but those 18th-century dresses are just a ton of work, and I wanted to be sure I'd make the deadline. I ended up going in a really different direction, with richer colors, lots of red and orange.

I sculpted the wide eyeholes so her eyelashes wouldn't get squished Also, I needed to be able to see her eyes when I was sculpting to line everything up properly. It was much harder to make it symmetrical than I had thought it would be! After it dried I had to go back and build up a few spots. It's still not 100% perfect, but now it's "charmingly handmade" instead of just messy.

 

I'm gonna have to see how the rest of this weekend goes, but I might have to withdraw. I really dislike when 'real life' gets in the way of my 'fun time.' :P The materials that I had got are just lying around, I haven't had the time to do anything. Maybe I will have time tomorrow, I hope so!!

 

So already I'm asking for an extension. An emergency came up and stole two days from me. Drat! I do have his outfit figured out and partially made.

 

Well I decided on fabric I already had at home its not going to be the best I've ever done and not as colorful as I would have liked but I don't have the time to go out running around hunting down fabric. I think I'll be mostly happy with the outcome, so far it looks ok and is working well, just nothing like my sketches and not what I wanted to do/not as festive as I would have liked. But I'll need to devote a night to remaking my mask so the outfit has to get done this weekend since like I said before next week is out of the question with thanksgiving and my BF and I's anniversary. Good luck everyone hopefully the next time I post will be my completed costume.

 

My plan has gone totally off the rails from my original one too hehe gothic lolita santa muerte was not really my original intent... But I wanted to make something I could actually use for other outfits too instead of something that Miya will only ever wear once

But I'm still hoping that I will have it done in time, even if I'm still working on it right to the last minute next Saturday...

 

I'm so looking forward to what everyone does. Not sure if I'm going to make it. I'll for certain need the extension. I had a very busy front end of the month and have come down with some serious crud. Might get enough of a brain to see my vision through and might not. Sigh...I've actually got kind of a cool notion, too.

I have to admit to a bit different direction...My inspiration:


Yeah...I know it's for a female, but Morgaine kicks serious behind.

Oh...elfmoon...please add me to the extension list. I SO want to do this....

 

I so hope you are going to make one of those head pieces with the feathers, it would be awesome. Love your inspiration pics very interesting.

 

Im up for an extension as well. Thanks!

 

I too would like an extension just in case!