Fashion show presentation in Kansas City

Below is a link to the presentation I showed at the Barbie Convention in Kansas City. My dear friend Pat Henry of FDQ magazine put it together for me and my wife Larissa provided the 2 arias that you hear throughout the show. I was blown away by the final effect, the small size of a computer monitor does not do it justice, the 2 jumbo trons in the ballroom on the other hand was another story....amazing to hear and watch.

http://web.mac.com/pathenry14/FDQ_Blog/Fraser.html

Barbie Con. Exclusive Shoe Pak

We did this limited Edition shoe pak for Windy City Dolls & Collectibles to sell at her sales table at the convention 2 weeks ago, I think she may have a couple left for sale on her site, http://www.windycitydolls.com/dressmaker.htm .

The set utilizes some different candy colour shoes from what was in our basic candy shoe set plus this set features a pair of red patent leather boots.


A great set limited to only 85 paks worldwide.


Steven

Barbie Convention Auction

I just wanted to congratulate Diana Hoffman again, she placed the winning bid on my Dressmaker Details Couture live auction doll named "Katrine" the $3000 raised with the winning bid will be going to a great cause the Children's Mercy Hospital.

Congrats again Diana, I know she's in a good home, see you at FR in October!


Steven

Barbie Convention 2008

Finally back from the Barbie Convention in Kansas City MO, what a great convention. I'd just like to thank everyone involved for putting on an amazing show; everyone involved this year did a fabulous job. It was so nice to get to know everyone better and to meet so many new faces ( i know i sound like i'm gushing but it's true) anyway....many people are probably wondering about the fashions i did for the centerpieces at the events. One was based on the dress DOVIMA wears in the movie 'Funny Face' or version is called 'Funny Frock'. The other was based on the Dior/YSL gown featured in the Richard Avedon photograph called 'Soirée de Paris' We have a few of the exclusives left for anyone who missed out or couldn't make it for convention, here is a link to the page in the shop.

http://www.masterstrokecanada.com/miva/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=MC&Category_Code=DRE

Steven

La Rondine and Aria actual photos

Here are the official photos of the next two fashions arriving at your favourite Dressmaker Details Couture dealer around the end of July.

Enjoy!

Steven

2008 Barbie Convention OOAK Live Auction Doll

With only a couple of weeks to go I thought I should give a little update for our part in this year's convention. Before the salesroom on Thursday I'll be doing room sales (please watch for signs) starting on Tuesday. Lots of bits and pieces, great table gifts, some odd boxed fashions I found while cleaning LOL and some current ones too, please drop by and say hi. When I move what's left to the salesroom on Thursday we will have the first exclusive available in the afternoon after the Mattel luncheon (that's all i can say on the matter, sorry). The second convention exclusive will be available in the salesroom on Saturday morning, so I hope everyone has a chance to drop by the salesroom a few times.

For the Live Auction Friday night I've repainted an "Interviewer" silkstone (I wasn't going to attempt the hair LOL) she is called "Katrine" (after my daughter Kathryn) and wears a one off colour variation of the upcoming "benefit Ball " fashion. This version is in red satin and features 'diamond' jewels including pretty hair pins. I really like her; I know my daughter is sad to see her go (she'll make due with the blue version when it comes out :))

In addition to the Live auction doll I've done, I have also sent along a pre-production counter sample of "Pretty as a Pearl" for the silent auction and a fun dressed silkstone gift box set for the raffle room, so don't forget your raffle tickets :)

Here's to safe travels to all and I hope to see everyone in Kansas City!

Steven

Blushing Bride official pictures!

I know this fashion will be a collector's favourite, for me it means so much more. A similar silhouette to my wife's wedding gown, the addition of the pink tulle underskirt makes it new and unique. The embroidery pattern is inspired by my daughter's Communion gown which is set off all around the base on the gown with tiny seed beads and silver lined glass beads. Little details such as the lace gloves, blue garter and wedding bands tied to a ring pillow give it a great vintage flair, suitable for everyone's favourite doll and her friends. It should be available from your local Dressmaker Details dealer before the end of June.

Please let me know what you think!

Steven

2008 Barbie Convention OOAK centerpiece doll

Here are some pictures of the OOAK centerpiece doll i did for the Saturday night dinner at this year's Barbie convention coming up in Kansas City. The fashion is a red and white version of the up coming La Rondine fashion it comes across looking both a little coquettish and Canadian at the same time. LOL :)

What do you think?

I hope to see everyone in KC next month.

Steven