Summer Shimmer: Summer 2013 Designer Collection

Hi!  Today, I have some super exciting news for you all.  We just released our first outfit in our Summer 2013 Designer Collection!  Click HERE to view it on our Etsy. We call this one of a kind outfit, Summer Shimmer.  

We were inspired by this photo below that we found on Pinterest. 

It features a light pink, silk, high-low skirt with an elastic waistband, a white tank, an infinity scarf with an all-over heart print, a khaki belt (that velcros in the back), and Sophia's Striped Flip-Flops.

Any doll would look fantastic in this outfit!  It is perfect for a graduation, fancy dinner or party, or church.  Your doll can stay cool while looking fashionable.

Why do you think of this outfit?

View it here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/152689363/summer-shimmer-summer-2013-designer?ref=shop_home_active

Lots of love!♥

Nadia

P.S. Thank you for 34 followers!

Packing for Camp!

Hey everyone! Today, we started packing for camp.  We still haven't finished and I hope finish sometime!  Everyone is trying to pack their whole wardrobe!  I mean, I know camp is for almost the whole summer, but we don't have that much room.  We are all going to be in a little cabin.  As you can see our room is a mess.  And who knows where Kirsten and Josefina are!  Kirsten probably doesn't even know we are going to camp (I don't think anyone told her). :)

 Marisol is trying to squeeze everything into one small backpack.  This will be interesting!

 Sonali thinks mom will make/buy her a whole new wardrobe for camp.  Nice try, Sonali!  Her she is trying to decide which shirt to pack.  She just can't decide.  (Is it really that hard of a decision?!?!?)  In the end she packed both.

And here I am in the midst of all this chaos looking as chic and pretty as always! :)  I got the necklace I am wearing from one of our lovely sponsors Cinder Frost Studios.  She has the cutest accessories!  Now my sisters are calling for me, wondering where I snuck off to.  I guess it's time to go back to the chaos!  I am so excited for camp, but I'll be happy when everything is packed!
Are you going to camp?
Stay cool!
Nadia

P.S.  1 more follower until 30!!!!

We are Going to Camp!

Hey everyone!  We're so excited!  We are going to Camp DollDiaries!!!!!!  Are you?  Are cabin counselor's name is Grace.  This is also her first time at camp.  Our cabin name is Sunrise Pine.  Doesn't it sound cool?  We can't wait to go!  Yesterday we got our registration forms and welcome letter in the mail.  Click here to register for Camp DD: http://dolldiaries.com/camp-doll-diaries-welcome-letter-and-registration-forms/

Hope to "see" you there!
Elizabeth♥

P.S.  Thanks for 29 followers! 1 away from a giveaway!

Adollable Photography: Bokeh

Bokeh may sound like a fancy and complicated word, but it really isn't.  Bokeh is of out-of-focus areas in a photograph.  For example, look at this picture below.  It you look at the green part or out-of-focus part you will see little circles.  This is what bokeh is.

Now you're probably wondering, How do you get bokeh?  It can actually be quite easy.  I find that leaves in the background and out-of-focus (just because it's out-of-focus doesn't mean it is bokeh) will usually give me some bokeh.  You can also try leaves.  If you look at the picture below you can see there sort of is bokeh, but it's not very clear.  So to help it we went on to Picmonkey (and this effect is FREE) and we clicked on Effects.  We scrolled down until we got to Bokeh.  We then applied it.  You can adjust the bokeh to different sizes.  One thing though, when we applied it, it covered the whole picture so this is what we did.  When you apply an effect a box will come up.  You'll want to click on Original under Mode.  Then drag the circle over the bokeh you want to get rid of.  Voila!  Below is a before and after picture of a photo we added bokeh to.

Before......

After......

What do you think of bokeh?

Marisol

P.S.  Thank you for 28 followers!  Only 2 more until 30 and then we will have a giveaway!  Oh, and don't I look just gorgeous in the photos? ;)

A Package from Elegant Basics!

 Hey there!  A few weeks ago we received a package from the Etsy shop Elegant Basics by AGMarket.  We absolutely adore everything!  We got French lace leggins, a tulle and satin skirt, and a jean jacket.  (The shirt and shoes we already had.) 

 Everything fits beautifully and looks adorable on us.  (Well....me so far because I haven't taken the clothes off yet so my sisters haven't been able to wear them.) ;)
The jean jacket has floral cuffs and faux pockets.  The skirt has an elastic waistband and can be worn dressed up or down.  The leggings are just so pretty!  They have a floral design and, the best part, the lace is from France!

This outfit is perfect for hanging out with your friends, going shopping at the mall or eating ice cream on a summer day.  I would definitely recommend Elegant Basics to anyone.  Your doll's wardrobe isn't complete without something from her shop.  Plus, she has amazing prices.  Check it out: www.etsy.com/shop/ElegantBasics
                                                                                Pros:
                                                                        -Fast shipping
                                                                        -Great quality
                                                                        -Amazing prices
                                                                        -Trendy and stylish
                                                                                Cons:
                                                                          Nothing here!
 Thank you so much AGMarket!  We really like everything we got!

Sonali  (and the rest of the Adollable Dolls)

P.S.  Thank you so much for 27 followers!  Remeber, we will have a giveaway once we reach 30!!!!!! :)

Guest Post Over on Carrot and Claire's Blog

Hi there!  Today we have a guest post over on Carrot and Claire's blog for their summer series!  Visit here: http://carrotandclaire.blogspot.com/2013/05/spring-into-summer-flower-hair-piece.html
Thank you so much Claire!

Sonali

A Guest Post on the Spicy's/Doll Delight Blog!

Hey there!  Oh my goodness!  We are so excited!  The Spicy's posted our reader submission we had sent them a while back!  Ahhhh!  Thank you so much Spicy's!  View it here:
http://www.dolldelightblog.com/2013/05/reader-submission-diy-owl-pillow.html


Kirsten

Breathtaking in Blue

 On Saturday we received this dress from our lovely sponsor The Whimsical Doll 2.  The quality and attention to detail is amazing!  Plus, it came all wrapped up in tissue paper.

The dress has a blue/teal/turquoise color with a chevron print.  It is made of cotton.  The bodice is lined and it velcros in the back.  The skirt part has little pleats all the way around.  All the seams are serged and there is even a little tag!  The bow/ribbon is separate, so you can wear the dress with or without it.

This dress is perfect for that fancy, summer party, a picnic, or just to feel pretty! The dress is lightweight to keep you cool on those hot, summer days.  Any doll would look gorgeous in it.  The style is simple yet tasteful and fashionable.  Visit her Etsy shop to get your doll ready for summer!  Her wardrobe isn't complete without one of these dresses!  All of her prices are very reasonable.  (About $10-$12 for a dress!)
Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/thewhimsicaldoll2
You can even buy this exact dress!  So why not treat your doll to a beautiful, summer dress?
                                                                              Pros:
                                                            -Comes wrapped in tissue paper
                                                            -Great price
                                                            -Gorgeous colors
                                                            -Great  quality and attention to detail
                                                            -Chevron!!!!!! :)
                                                            -Stylish
                                                            -Multiple looks with or without the sash
                                                                              Cons:
                                                            -Nothing for here!  We love it!
Love,
Elizabeth♥

P.S.  DollDiaries is having a giveaway for a blue, chevron dress!  (Not this one!) :)

We Got Awarded!

Hi there!  We got a fabulous award from the dolls over at Our AG Adventures.  Thank you so much!

Isn't it just to cute?  Thanks Our AG Adventures!

Love,
Marisol

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Round Up of Our First Series: Springtastic

Day 1: http://adollabledolls.blogspot.com/2013/05/springy-fun-guest-post-by-samantha-from.html
Day 2: http://adollabledolls.blogspot.com/2013/05/springtastic-pretty-in-peplum-and-our.html
Day 3: Uhhhh....let's just say we learned our lesson (the hard way) to be prepared ahead of time. ;)
Day 4: http://adollabledolls.blogspot.com/2013/05/springtastic-day-4-side-knot.html
Day 5: http://adollabledolls.blogspot.com/2013/05/blog-post.html
Day 6: http://adollabledolls.blogspot.com/2013/05/springtastic-day-6-make-pretty-flower.html
Day 7: http://adollabledolls.blogspot.com/2013/05/springtastic-day-7-guest-post-from.html

So what did you think of our first series?  Did you like it?  We had so much fun, we can't wait to do more series'.

Adollable Dolls

Springtastic Day 7: Guest Post from Pretty Lily

Hey girls!  Today's Springtastic post (and the final one) is from the lovely Pretty Lily!  She sent us in these beautiful pictures.

Aren't they so pretty?  Thank you so much Pretty Lily!
XOXO
Sonali

Springtastic Day 6: Make A Pretty Flower Belt

Hey everyone!  Today's Springtastic post is a guest post from the lovely Claire!
Hello! My name's Claire, from Carrot and Claire, Doll Express, and hello little birdy. Today I'm going to show you how to make a flower belt. It is really easy to make, and is an adorable Spring accessory.

You will need:

a fabric flower(You can make one using this tutorial)

a string of fake pearls that are flat on the bottom(for sewing) or ribbon

Velcro

hot glue gun

your doll for measurement

1) Measure the strand of pearls or ribbon around your doll's waist, leaving about a half inch hanging.

2) Hot glue a small piece of Velcro to each side. Try it on your doll to see if it fits.

3) Hot glue a flower on the belt. 

Ta-da! Fabulous!

Creates a sophisticated look!

Hope you liked it!

By the way, my doll, Dakota is #55, outfit from American Girl, hair accessory from Target.

Isn't it adorable?!?!?  We can't wait to try this!  Thank you so much Claire!

Adollable Dolls

Follow Us and More Giveaway Info!

Hey!  (Stayed tuned for the Springtastic Day 6 post later today.)  Ok, so in yesterday's post we mentioned about doing a giveaway once we reach 30 followers.  So please follow and spread the word!  We can't wait to do the giveaway!  Our lovely sponsor, Lin, from Mena Bella kindly sent us it.  Let me just tell you, it is ADOLLABLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Yes, it really is that awesome. ;)

Now onto other stuff.  Follow us on Twitter to find out when we add a new item to our shop and any other updates. :)  We are also on Pinterest and are crazily pinning everything in sight! ;)  And last but not least, our YouTube channel!  Come watch us walking, talking, and being our selves!  Oh, and of course our new Etsy shop.  Follow/Subscribe us to stay up to date on what we are doing in our lives.  See you on the web!
Sonali

P.S.  I almost forgot!   There is a fantastical giveaway going on, on the American Girl Doll Play blog.