Sunday, September 2, 2012

~TLC for Sears' Exclusive Mink Stole for Vintage Barbie~~

When I purchased the Sears Mink recently, the fur side was in great condition but the back side was in serious need of some TLC. And that's exactly what I gave it. I didn't use a pattern for the lining. Instead I hand folded and stitched by hand where it was needed following the curves of the stole. 
The stole was sold exclusively by Sears in 1964-1965 for $9.99, and it was reduced to $7.99 at some point. It was the most expensive doll item of its time. Only a few were produced or sold, making it a rare and very expensive item today. 

Saturday, September 1, 2012

~Syb-ly Elegant~

Just a touch of mink adds elegance to this girl's outfit. Wrap, made of Black Mink, and Black Mink Tails.

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

EG in her Kaleidoscope cape

Evangeline Ghastly wearing her floor sweeping cape.  Made of Sheared Mink in a "Kaleidoscope" print. Fit for a queen, or...someone living in an attic. But that's a whole different story..