Sewing Pattern for Blythe Doll!

Sewing Pattern for Blythe Doll

http://www.puchicollective.com/sewing-patterns/blythe-party-dress/

Spotlight on Blythism Ebay store!

Spotlight on
Blythism
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Blythism creates cute one of a kind doll clothes that are simply amazing. They can take you lastest fashion off the run way and make them into mintures size for you favorite doll. Not only do they make blyth clothes but they also make fshions for they Fashion Rolalty type body too.

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Selling information regarding CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Doronjo x Blythe"

Feb.20.2009
Selling information regarding CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Doronjo x Blythe"



CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Doronjo x Blythe"
Price: 16,590 yen

The doll will be available at the following places.
Please read the instruction carefully since each place has different purchase method.


◆Yurakucho Marui (100 dolls)
Date: February 21, 2009
Place: Yurakucho Marui 3F
*1 doll per customer ONLY.


[ How to purchase ]
Please wait outside the main entrance of Yurakucho Marui on the first floor ( JR Yurakucho station entrance side ) from 10:20 to 10:30 a.m. on February 21.
The order in which you can make your purchase is decided by lottery so there is no need to come earlier than 10:20 a.m.
At 10:35 a.m. please take a numbered admission ticket from the lottery box, your number is the order in which you will be admitted to make your purchase.
Yurakucho Marui opens at 11:00 a.m., however we may need to keep you waiting in line until preparations for your entrance are completed.
Please stay in the line until all the processes will be finished. If you leave the line you have to que at the tail of the line.

[ Note ]
- The doll comes packaged in a brown cardboard carton.
- There is no guarantee that you will be able to purchase the doll even if you wait in line.
- Only 1 doll can be purchased per customer.
- If you can not come by the specified time for whatever reason you will not be eligible to enter the lottery, no excuses or explanations excepted.
- There is a cash register is specifically for the Doronjo x Blythe doll, other products cannot be purchased with the doll at this cash register.
- Your numbered admission ticket can not be reissued so please be careful not to lose it.





[ Inquiries ]
Yurakucho Marui
Chiyoda-ku Yurakucho 2-7-1
Phone: 03-3212-0101
Hours: 11:00a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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◆Junie Moon in Daikanyama (200 dolls)
Date: February 24, 2009
*1 doll per customer ONLY.



[ How to purchase ]
Please wait in line from the entrance of Junie Moon along Hachiman dori towards Shibuya (see map).
Please follow directions from staff.
Numbered tickets will be distributed between 8:30 and 8:45 a.m. so there is no need to come earlier.
Please stay in the line until all the processes will be finished to avoid double issue.
If numbered tickets do not exceed the number of dolls available for purchase all numbered ticket holders will receive a purchase ticket and be able to make their purchase at Junie Moon from 9:00 a.m.
If numbered tickets exceed the number of dolls available for purchase a lottery will be held at 9:00 a.m. or shortly after.
In this case, all numbered ticket holders may enter the lottery regardless of the order in which the ticket was distributed so there is not need to come earlier than 8:30 a.m.
Lottery winners' numbered tickets will be exchanged for purchase tickets which are valid up until 12:00 p.m.
Please use purchase tickets before 12:00 p.m. or they will become invalid.

[ Note ]
- One doll per customer ONLY.
- We cannot admit or sell to minors under 7 yrs old.
- To avoid disturbing the neighboring community, please refrain from waiting outside Junie Moon over night.
- We do not accept any responsibility for trouble that may occur between customers.
- Please be careful not to lose your tickets, numbered tickets and purchase tickets cannot be reissued if lost.
- Dolls come in brown cardboard cartons.
* Junie Moon will open early from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00p.m. ONLY for customers who have a "Doronjo x Blythe" purchase ticket.
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◆Blythe official website (Residents of Japan ONLY) (300 dolls)
Date: 11 a.m. on February 25 to 11 a.m. on March 4, 2009
*1 doll per customer ONLY.
Last time the doll was available on a first-come-first-served basis on both PC / mobile site and sold so quickly that this time we are making a total of 300 dolls available by lottery.
*Only residents of Japan may enter the lottery. Note that this product cannot be shipped outside Japan.
*The lottery form will be available on February 25.

2009.02.24
新宿マルイワンでのCWC限定ネオブライス「プリンセスミルクビスケット ドゥ キューポット」の販売方法について



CWC限定ネオブライス 「プリンセスミルクビスケット ドゥキューポット」
販売日 ：09年2月28日（土）
販売価格：16,590円（税込）
販売数量：100体　※購入はお1人様1体限り
販売場所：新宿マルイワン　※当日スタッフがご案内いたします。

販売当日は、混雑が予想されますので下記をよくお読み頂きお越し下さいますようお願いいたします。
当日は「新宿マルイワン」メインエントランス付近にお並び頂く場所を掲出いたしますので、そちらをご確認の上2列でお並び下さい。
当日スタッフが誘導した場合はスタッフの指示に従って下さい。

当日は、AM10:30〜AM10:45までに上記の場所にお並びの方に整理券を配布いたします。
上記以外の時間にお越し頂いても整理券はお配りできません。
また、電車など交通機関の遅延など、いかなる理由においても遅刻は受け付けておりません。何卒ご了承下さい。

整理券をお持ちの方は、購入券の配布終了時まで列を離れずにその場でお待ち下さい。
購入券の二重配布を防ぐために、皆さまのご協力をお願いいたします。

整理券配布終了時点で、整理券の配布数が、ドールの販売体数を超えた場合は抽選販売となります。
その場合は、整理券番号の早い遅いに関わらず、全員のお客様が一様に抽選となりますので、早い番号を得るためにAM10:30より前にお越しいただく必要はありません。
【2月25日追記】前から順番に抽選を行い、万が一途中で当たり券が全て出てしまった場合は、抽選はその時点で終了となります。ご了承ください。
最終的に整理券配布数が確定し、準備が整い次第、抽選を行います。
抽選に当選された方には、購入券をお渡しします。
購入券をお持ちの方は、準備が出来次第スタッフが5F特設カウンターまでご案内いたします。
特設カウンターにつきましたら順次販売とさせていただきます。
（注意：新宿マルイワンはAM11:30に開店いたしますが、しばらくお待ち頂く可能性もございます。ご了承ください）
購入完了まで列から離れないよう宜しくお願いいたします。

整理券配布終了時点で整理券の番号がドールの販売体数を超えていない場合は、抽選を行わず、整理券お持ちの方は全員購入が可能になります。
その場合は整理券と引き替えに購入券をお渡しいたします。
購入券をお持ちの方 はそのまま購入完了まで列から離れないよう宜しくお願いいたします。
当日、専用のレジを用意しております。スタッフが誘導いたします。
キャンセル分が出た場合は、今後のイベントなどで活用させて頂きます。
通常の販売の終了後、お待ち頂いてもキャンセル分の販売はいたしませんので、ご了承ください。


【注意事項】
※今回の販売に付きまして列を離れないようにそのままご購入までお進み下さい。
※購入はお1人様1体とさせて頂きます。
※未就学（7歳未満）のお子様には整理券の配布及び販売ができません。7歳未満のお子様を連れてのご来店はお控え下さい。
※多数の方がお越しになることが予想されますので、抽選および購入まで長時間、外でお並びいただくことになります。
列に並ばれる方は、悪天候も想定し充分な防寒対策をお願いいたします。
※防犯上の理由及び近隣の方のご迷惑となりますので、夜を徹してお並び頂 くことはご遠慮下さい。
またお客様同士のトラブルには一切責任を負いかねます。
※整理券、購入券の再発行はいたしませんので紛失にご注意下さい。
※ダンボールに入ったままの状態でのお渡しとなります。
※【2月25日追記】前から順番に抽選を行い、万が一途中で当たり券が全て出てしまった場合は、抽選はその時点で終了となります。ご了承ください。

◆CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Princess Milk BisQuit de Q-pot."
Date: February 28, 2009
Price: 16,590 yen
Number of dolls available: 100 dolls *Limited to ONLY 1 doll per customer.
Place to purchase: Shinjuku Marui One *Our staff will guide you to the specific place to buy the doll.

On the day, where to que will be posted outside the main entrance of Shinjuku Marui One on the first floor.
Please check the sign and que in 2 lines.
Please follow our staff's directions.

The numbered admission tickets will be distributed during 10:30 to 10:45 a.m.
If you come later than 10:45 you CANNOT get the ticket.
If you can not come by the specified time you will not be eligible to enter the lottery, no excuses or explanations will be accepted. Please make sure to come on time.
Please stay in the line until all of the tickets are distributed to avoid double booking of the dolls.
If numbered tickets exceed the number of dolls available for purchase a lottery will be held.
In this case, all numbered ticket holders may enter the lottery regardless of the order in which the ticket was distributed so there is not need to come earlier than 10:30 a.m.
The purchasing tickets will be issued to those of you who win the lottery.
Our staff will take the winners to the special cashier on 5F.
Please stay in line until you finish to purchase the doll.

If numbered tickets do not exceed the number of dolls available for purchase, all numbered ticket holders will receive a purchase ticket and be able to make their purchase.
If there are any cancels, we will save them for future events.
We will NOT sell the cancelled dolls on that day, so please do not wait outside for cancellation.


[ Note ]
- Only 1 doll can be purchased per customer.
- We cannot admit or sell to minors under 7 yrs old. Please refrain from queing with children.
- You may have to wait outside for long time. Please dress accordingly considering bad weather.
- To avoid disturbing the neighboring community, please refrain from waiting over night.
- We do not accept any responsibility for trouble that may occur between customers.
- Your numbered admission ticket can not be reissued so please be careful not to lose it.
- The doll comes packaged in a brown cardboard carton.

Blythe images

The Wide-Eyed World of Blythe


Re-popularized by photographer Gina Garan, Blythe is the eye-color changing doll of the 1970's. The Blythe doll is based on the art work of Margaret Keane.

Today fans of Blythe customize her clothes, hair and make-up for fun. Hobbyists also take pictures of their Blythes in a variety of settings, showcasing their sewing and customization skills. Blythe is stylish, smart and sophisticated, reflecting the dreams of her owners.

Check out the Blythe photo on flick http://flickr.com/photos/tags/blythe/clusters/

Puchi Collective-Blythe Tutorial Site

I have found this great Blythe Tutorial site. so You can start to style your Blythe!
check it out! http://www.puchicollective.com/tutorials/

how to cutting Blythe's hair bang?

1. blythe bangs First you have to section off the hair that will become the bangs. Sort out a triangular area, going about 1/2″ back from the hairline in the middle, and tapering to two points (on mine I used an imaginary line along the outside of her eyes).

2. blythe bangsBundle the section in a rubber band well below her face. Tease them so they are solid and even across her forehead. (If you pull them straight down, you will have a lump in the middle because the part is thick. Spread the hair from the part out to avoid the bulge!) I used a headband to hold them in place, a scrunchie would work too. Just use something cotton so it won’t be hurt by the iron! Also make sure that the rest of her hair is smooth and the part is perfect. Any hairs out of place will stay that way after step 3!

3. blythe bangsHeat up your iron to a high cotton setting. Mine goes from 1-7, I used #6 setting. Steam is not necessary, but won’t hurt.

Here’s the important part - put a WET towel completely over her head, covering all exposed hair. Press around her hairline area and across her forehead with the hot iron - it will make a sizzling sound and there should be lots of steam from the hot towel. Keep it moving around for at least 30 seconds. If you hear it stop sizzling, the towel is too dry - dampen it again. Look under the towel often and comb through any bangs that look out of place

4. blythe bangsTake off the towel and headband, but not the rubber band - make sure there are no gaps in the fringe! If it looks good, you can unplug your iron. If not, tease them as needed and repeat step 3.

5. blythe bangs While the hair is a little damp from the steam, cut to the desired length with sharp scissors. Take small snips at a time and use a fine-toothed comb to control it. Cut it a little longer than you want the final product - they will shorten up about 1/8″ as they dry out.

You can always take more off once they dry and settle into their natural position.

Feathered Bangs

blythe bangsFor feathered bangs, follow steps 1-3 above, but cut the hair MUCH LONGER than you want the final bangs (about an extra half inch, or in the center of the eye-hole). Holding your scissors vertically (parallel to the strands of hair) begin taking small, quick snips off of the tips of the hair until you have achieved the desired length and shagginess. feathered bangs look great on B-hair with a slight curl (just about all of them except LM, AB, and Piccadilly have “curly” hair).

my new Blythe~

Feb 27, 2009, I bought this new blythe at Aberdeen Center for $139 CDN.
I took some shot of her with the old outfits I had.

Very happy now! gonna shop around to see if I can find some nice new out fit for her!
Let me know if you know where I can find some!

 

History of Blythe

hi everyone! now it is time to share with you the Blythe history, so you will know how this popular doll was born! want to know more about Blythe? please keep reading it!

A BRIEF HISTORY OF BLYTHE AND HER REINCARNATION

Kenner girls

Manufactured by Kenner in 1972, the original Blythe was designed by Marvin Glass & Associates, one of the world's foremost toy design studios. When the Toy Industry Hall of Fame was established in 1984, Marvin Glass was in the first group inducted (which coincidently also included Merrrill L. Hassenfeld of Hasbro, Inc.), ten years after his death. Kenner was bought out by Tonka Toys, which in turn was bought out by Hasbro in the mid-1980s. And that is how Hasbro has come to own the Blythe property.

Vintage Blythe advertisement

Then and now.

In 1972, children found the large eyes that changed from green to pink to blue to orange with the pull of the drawstring at the back of Blythe's head a bit on the scary side. Blythe was produced for only one year, but it is now apparent that she was ahead of her time. For many years, Blythe was a curiosity that only doll collectors were interested in. Then in 1997, a friend introduced Gina Garan to Blythe, thinking that Gina looked like the doll. Gina had just been given an old camera and she needed to test it. Her first photos using that camera were of Blythe. Gina, who works as a video and TV producer, started carrying at least one of her Blythes wherever she went on her travels around the world and took many photos.

In December 1999, at the opening of an exhibition for the CWC International artists in Soho, New York, Gina showed her photos to Junko Wong. Junko took these photos to Parco and made a presentation for an exhibition and as a "virtual model" for Parco's innovative sales promotions. In the summer of 2000, This is Blythe, photos by Gina Garan, was published by Chronicle Books. The Christmas 2000 Parco campaign featured Blythe in a TV commercial and print media and Blythe took off in Japan. On eBay, vintage Blythes jumped in price from $35 to $350. Blythe continued as Parco's "image girl" through the spring and into the summer of 2001. The price for vintage Blythes jumped to thousands of dollars U.S. on eBay. Even the Neo-Blythes are sold for up to four times their retail price on the Yahoo auction site in Japan.

In June 2001, the first of the Neo-Blythes - produced by CWC and manufactured by Takara - went on the market. The launch of the neo-Blythes was in conjunction with a photo exhibition by Gina Garan. Gina made the trip from New York for the launch and exhibition.

Vintage Blythe advertisement

The Parco Limited Edition (1000 dolls), sold out in less than an hour, was followed by the Mondrian, and then Rosie Red, Holly Wood, All Gold In One, Kozy Kape Inspired, Aztec Arrival Inspired, Sunday Best, and in conjunction with the first year anniversary of the neo-Blythes in Japan, Miss Anniversary Blythe. The first year anniversary was marked by a series of Blythe events in Tokyo, which included an exhibition and charity fashion show at the Spiral Hall in Aoyama and exhibitions at the Rocket and CWC Galleries, and at IMS in Fukuoka, Kyushu. The exhibition featured photos by Gina Garan and dolls styled by artists, fashion designers, and Blythe fans. The fashion show featured couture for Blythe by such internationally known designers as: Issey Miyake, Chisato Tsumori, and Hysteric Glamour.

Sleeping Blythe

I have come across found these cute Blythe advertisement images online.
The sleeping Blythes are so cute and peaceful!
Not quite sure what product it is selling, beccause I can't read much Japanese... :(
But in my guess, it might be" sleeping pill"...??? am I right?

Blythe exhibition

Gina's friend has opened a new gallery and have chosen Gina and Blythe for their first exhibit:



Location: IXTEE GALLERY, 2/F 106, Johnston Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Dates: December 20, 2008 - January 20, 2009

Should be fun!

Here's something cool. Gina got a call from the folks at Henri Bendel the other day to let her know that they've just released a brand new version of the Bendel Girls Christina Gordon and she designed for them last year. They're so cute!!



If you want a set for yourself, please visit Henri Bendel on-line.

I have found this post at THIS IS BLYTHE.com , and I would like to share with you guys.
Thank you Gina for taking such nice Blythe photos!

Just a few weeks ago I announced the winners of my 'heroes' contest and the number 1 slot went to gea* who did this hysterical mini-me version of Bob Dylan:



The other winners included:


'Hanoi Jane' by Terri Annie Liebovitz by Supervelma


Amelia Earhart by Leloo Charlie Chaplin by EffieDal

CONGRATS to everyone!! The contest was a blast. I was sad to see it end and am now drilling up ideas for the next one. Suggestions anyone?

The cat is out of the bag!

UPDATE!!:

The cat is out of the bag! The secret project we've been working on is the Alexander McQueen/Target collaboration! A few images have been leaked already:


*photo from Wendy at www.nitrolicious.com/blog

and here is the ad in action, right in my neighborhood!:



The whole campaign rolls out on March 4th, however there's a sneak peek on Target's website. Check it out! This was definitely one of the coolest things I've done with Blythe. I'll be uploading behind-the-scenes photos of the shoot in a few weeks. And....don't faint...but there's also a live action commercial that will be debuting in March. As soon as I get my mitts on it I'll add it as well.

2009!! Here we go!

2009!! Here we go!

Hey everyone,

Happy New Year!! Hope you're all having a fantastic '09 so far!!

I thought I'd start off the new year with a competition that will put smiles on so many faces. It's called the Manna Energy Dress Drive. If you'd like to participate simply send me an e-mail at gina@thisisblythe.com with 'Dress Drive' in the subject line or visit this contest link on the forum. There are two ways to take part. Option A: For a $10 fee you'll get one of these sweet plain white dresses:



Your mission will be to design/decorate it and send it back to me. You will then receive a dress chosen at random from another TIB member. Option B: You may request up to 5 dresses without paying a fee. Your job is to design/decorate them and send them back to me. They'll be auctioned off at a later date. Now here's the best part: All proceeds will be going to charity. Based on the title of the competition you can probably guess that I've chosen Manna Energy (www.mannaenergy.org), an organization focused on providing clean water to over 250,000 kids in Rwanda (3% of the entire population of the country). Manna Energy was started by my cousin Ronnie, who some of you may remember from my constant bragging last summer. Ronnie is an astronaut who went up in the Space Shuttle in June and did two spacewalks. Where he finds the free time in which to found charitable organizations I'll never know. He's an incredible guy. I'd love to make a nice big donation from TIB, so PLEASE participate in this if you can. It really is a worthwhile cause AND it could get your girl a new frock!!

After years of chatting on-line, I *finally* got to meet Megan/Minklet/Lapushka here in NYC. For those of you who don't know her, she's my TIB moderator extraordinaire as well as the most incredible artist and customizer. She came to town to help me on a super secret Blythe project that will be unveiled in the next few months. Though I can't spill the beans just yet, I can give you a sneak peak of us at work:



You can't tell from the photo but it was about 10 degrees out. That's me crouched on the floor and Megan up above. It really was a blast.

Blythe Theater

I have come across found this person on youTube!
This person post many great Blythe Video, check it out!
http://www.youtube.com/user/BlytheTheater

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Name: Blythe

ブライスは、1972年にアメリカ・Kenner社で一年間のみ 制作販売された幻の人形です（通称"ヴィンテージ"とよばれてい ます）。
グレープフルーツ並みの大きな頭、華奢なボディ、時折見せる憂い をおびたセクシーな表情、そして、ピンク・ブルー・グリーン・オ レンジと4色に変わる大きな瞳。ひとつの顔なのに、なぜか見る度 に違う表情で語りかけてくるようなドール、それがブライスです。

私 達、CWCは、ブライスのアジアでのエージェントであり、版権 を管理しています。また、ブライスに関する様々なプロデュースも 行っております。ブライスがはじめて日本のメディアに登場するこ とになった、パルコ2000年クリスマスキャンペーンのTVCM もCWCでプロデュースしたものです。そのCFがきっかけとなり 、ブライスは多くの反響を呼び、日本で復刻版を発売しようと企画 がすすめられました。
そ して、2001年6月に、CWCのプロデュースのもと、ハスブ ロ社の許可を受け株式会社タカラ（現株式会社タカラトミー）の製 造・販売により、復刻版のネオブライス第1弾が発売されました。 その後、ネオブライスの小さいバージョンである愛らしいプチブラ イスも登場しました。また2005年にはブライスのフィギュアバ ージョンであるブライスベルも発売されました。
定期的にファッション、ヘアカ ラーなどが違う様々なブライスドー ルが発売されていますが、2006年春現在、60種を超えるネオ ブライス、100種を超えるプチブライスが発売されています。今 や、日本だけではなく世界の人気ファッションドールとして多くの 人々の心をとらえています。

Manufactured by Kenner in 1972, the original Blythe (now known as "vintage") was produced for only one year and then was retired because of poor sales.
For 28 years, Blythe was a curiosity that only doll collectors were interested in.
Then, in late 2000, she made her comeback in Japan when CWC produced a charming TV commercial for Parco department store starring Blythe. After the TV spotlight she became an overnight sensation in Japan and Asia. In June 2001, to meet the popular demand of this new Blythe fanbase, CWC produced an 11 inch neo-Blythe doll, Parco Limited Edition, with the permission of Hasbro and the manufacturing help of Takara. Since that launch, 82 and still counting! editions of neo-Blythe dolls have been produced.

City: Tokyo
Hometown: Daikanyama, Shibuya-ku
Country: Japan
Occupation: super model
Companies: CWC, Tomy, Hasbro
Website: http://www.blythedoll.com

Welcome message!

hi everyone! it is very nice meeting you here, which means we have common interest...."BLYTHE".
You know the world is so huge, it is not easy to have the chance to meet with someone who has same interest as you! But here we go, we are meeting here and share things which make us laugh and happy!

I think Blythe is not the most pretty Doll in the world, but she has her own character and identity, and that is very important to me. I remember when I was in Tokyo, I was hoping I am the Blythe Shop owner, If I can ever own a Blythe Shop that will be very nice and happy!

When I passed the shops do sell Blythe Dolls, I wish I can buy them home!

The reality is, Blythe is not cheap! and I can't buy them all, and I can't travel to all the Blythe shop around the world! so I create this group and hope we can share Blythe with others around the world! and it will be so nice to see and know what did you get for your own Blythe collection!

Lets share!

Buy blythe online!

check out this site, they sell Blythe dolls online!

http://www.atamaii.com/blythe-dolls.html

Petite Mademoiselle Chocolat de Q-pot

Petite Mademoiselle Chocolat de Q-pot

This is so cute, It is hardly to find this style outside of Japan!


NEO Princess Milk BisQuit

Kenner's Blythe Doll Takes on New Life in Japan

Girls of a certain age may remember playing with Blythe, a big-headed doll introduced by American toy company Kenner in 1972. A generation later, Blythe has taken on a new life in far-off Japan. Blythe's most devoted Japanese fans hold her in such deep esteem, one might liken it to mania!

Got an original Kenner Blythe stashed away in your attic or basement? Well, you may be shocked to know how valuable she is today to legions of Japanese fans.

An original in excellent condition can sell for thousands of dollars, and there is a thriving online marketplace for Blythe parts, clothes, even mohair used by fans to make Blythe wigs! How do I know this? My wife has two Takara (Japanese) Blythes and a small “Petit Blythe” in Gothic Lolita regalia who rests on a small inflatable sofa in our living room cabinet. Sweet!

Blythe Fashion Obsession at Yurakucho Marui!

Feb.20.2009

Blythe Fashion Obsession -Feminine Flavor- has started at Yurakucho Marui!

The 2009 Blythe Anniversary theme this year is fashion!
The very first exhibition for this year just began at Yurakucho Marui, Japan.

For this exhibition, the popular fashion brands from Yurakucho Marui styled Blythe dolls in feisty fashions!
Blythe welcomes the visitors at the main entrance on 1st floor, too!
They are displayed along side the matching human clothes.

The main exhibition booth is on the 3rd floor, named "Interlace."
The event limited shop will be open along with the exhibition.
Don't forget there are many new items and limited goods available at this exhibition we are looking forward to seeing you there!

Duration: February 17 to March 10, 2009
Place: Yurakucho Marui 1F & 3F "Interlace"
Open hour:
[ Weekdays ] 11:00 - 22:00
[ Sundays and Holidays ] 11:00 - 22:00
Website: http://www.0101.co.jp/yurakucho/index.html
Participating brands: LAISSE PASSE / Earth,Music&Ecology / Myth of Dgrace / FIRST / sunao kuwahara / FRAPBOIS / Jet Lag Drive / LE JOUR / Kariang / BARON de LALACUB

3rd Annual Blythe Beauty Contest 2008

3rd Annual Blythe Beauty Contest 2008, the Winners' Interview part 5!

The fifth part of the winners' interview of the 3rd annual Blythe Beauty Contest 2008.
They tell us about their doll concept and the style.
The entries for the 4th annual Blythe Beauty Contest will start from March 2009.

I reallu like this one: Mrs. Retro Mama!!

"Mrs. Retro Mama" is the cutest homemaker on the block! Inspired by the vintage Japanese "Showa" Era, her design and fashion reflects that time period.

She wears a bright red one-piece with pleats with a retro print apron while she works around the house. She is fashionable everyday, whatever she may be doing! After finishing her housework, she wears a chic peacock blue hounds tooth coat to go shopping with her friend! Her funky printed handbag and white boots are so "Showa" era! Her yellow hair color is pop and cute to remind you of the fun and fashionable 1970's of Japan!

The most interesting detail for this special Blythe is her skin tone! Her skin is made to look like the vintage Blythe dolls from the 1970's!

To enrich the experience of the showa world we will be including a showa styled kitchen background. It includes many kitchen items! Her face mold is "Radiance". Her lip shape is the same as "Darling Diva".

She has all special eye colors too! Warm pink, Sepia, Turquoise, and Light Green!

Price: 16,590yen (tax included)
Limited to 3000dolls

Final design for CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Bloomy Bloomsbury"!

Feb.19.2009

Final design for CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Bloomy Bloomsbury"!

Thank you for waiting!
We finally present the final design for the collaboration Neo Blythe with the fashion brand "Jane Marple," "Bloomy Bloomsbury"!
This time we apply the new face mold "Fairest" for the very first time!

"Bloomy Bloomsbury" is inspired by the Bloomsbury Group whom lived in London in 20th century that influenced literature and culture today.
The doll looks like she caught the stylistic breeze and lightness from the Bloomsbury.

The cocktail hat on her head is dark green color adds sophisticated flavor to the overall look.
The metal buckle at the center is a Jane Marple original design, it is inspired by the look of a Victorian frame.

The cape is light blueish green.
The one of a kind fabric is also a Jane Marple original design.
Beige and dark blue check print on the cape makes the cape look like it is a English tailor-made.
The gold embroidery and fur trim on the cape are very classic and smart.

The elegant collar matches the classical cape perfectly.
With it's abundance of tulle sewed together it makes a beautiful and interesting shadow on the cape.

Under the cape she is wearing a dress that looks like two pieces.
For the top of the dress, we used Jane Marple original red tartan fabric.
The skirt is made of a lot of tulle, and a lot of emblems are sewed on it.

The medals and crowns represent the United Kingdom.
The emblem on the side is a fine embroidery.
The envelope is made of organdie so it looks like an oil paper envelope.
Her elegant gloves use the matching fabric with the dress, and keep her cozy in the winter.

The shoes are a brand new mold!
They are designed based on Jane Marple's signature 4 strap shoes.
Look at the fine details! The gold buckles and stitches are delicately expressed on these tiny shoes.
Her argyle socks perfectly match the special shoes.

The stand and eye change ring look antique to match the classical and elegant doll.
Please enjoy this special girl with Petite Blythe "Bloomy Bloomsbury."

[ Face Type ] Fairest
[ Skin Type ] Natural Skin (semi-matte skin)
[ Make-up ] Eye shadow- beige, Lips- orangy beige, Blush- orangy beige
[ Eye Color ] Light blue (right), brown (center), pink (left / with sheet), and green (center)
*All special colors except pink on the left
[ Lip shape ] Special
[ Eyelashes ] Special
[ Hair Color ] mixture of 2 light brown
[ Nails ] no enamels
[ Earrings ] no earrings
[ The set includes ] Doll, hat, cape, collar, dress, gloves, socks, shoes, underwear, and stand.
Release date: March 2009
Price:24,990 yen

◆Information about the new face mold "Fairest"
The mold is named "Fairest" because of its innocent and pure look.
The mold being developed is inspired by the old "Excellent" mold, and it will have eyes with large pupils and a little bit chubby cheeks like "Excellent" mold.
The mold has a little bit of asymmetry, which is one of the charm points of Blythe.
The skin texture will be more "semi matte" than the "Radiance" skin.

Top left: Excellent (Piccadilly Dolly)
Top right: Superior (Rainy Day Parade)
Bottom left: Radiance (Primadolly Aubrey)
Bottom right: Fairest (Bloomy Bloomsbury)*"Bloomy Bloomsbury" applies special eyelashes and lip shape, and is NOT default Fairest mold.

CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Princess Milk BisQuit de Q-pot

eb.25.2009

How to purchase CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Princess Milk BisQuit de Q-pot." at Shinjuku Marui One!

◆CWC Limited Edition Neo Blythe "Princess Milk BisQuit de Q-pot."
Date: February 28, 2009
Price: 16,590 yen
Number of dolls available: 100 dolls *Limited to ONLY 1 doll per customer.
Place to purchase: Shinjuku Marui One *Our staff will guide you to the specific place to buy the doll.

On the day, where to que will be posted outside the main entrance of Shinjuku Marui One on the first floor.
Please check the sign and que in 2 lines.
Please follow our staff's directions.

The numbered admission tickets will be distributed during 10:30 to 10:45 a.m.
If you come later than 10:45 you CANNOT get the ticket.
If you can not come by the specified time you will not be eligible to enter the lottery, no excuses or explanations will be accepted. Please make sure to come on time.
Please stay in the line until all of the tickets are distributed to avoid double booking of the dolls.
If numbered tickets exceed the number of dolls available for purchase a lottery will be held.
In this case, all numbered ticket holders may enter the lottery regardless of the order in which the ticket was distributed so there is not need to come earlier than 10:30 a.m.
The purchasing tickets will be issued to those of you who win the lottery.
Our staff will take the winners to the special cashier on 5F.
Please stay in line until you finish to purchase the doll.

If numbered tickets do not exceed the number of dolls available for purchase, all numbered ticket holders will receive a purchase ticket and be able to make their purchase.
If there are any cancels, we will save them for future events.
We will NOT sell the cancelled dolls on that day, so please do not wait outside for cancellation.

[ Note ]
- Only 1 doll can be purchased per customer.
- We cannot admit or sell to minors under 7 yrs old. Please refrain from queing with children.
- You may have to wait outside for long time. Please dress accordingly considering bad weather.
- To avoid disturbing the neighboring community, please refrain from waiting over night.
- We do not accept any responsibility for trouble that may occur between customers.
- Your numbered admission ticket can not be reissued so please be careful not to lose it.
- The doll comes packaged in a brown cardboard carton.