Someone's getting some new leather shoes....

Here are a few pairs of leather shoes I made as a special order request. I really like the way they turned out. I am now taking special orders for the new year. I have several pairs to complete before Christmas, but if you don't mind being put on a list, I can take your orders at any time. I will also be putting some on etsy soon so be sure to check my etsy store.
 Email me: monica@maconstreetstudio.com

Nov 2013 Re-paint Day

Here's a few before and after pictures of my latest re-paint. Laura and Kim came over for a re-painting and re-stringing day. We had a blast. It's always lots of fun to have Dolly Days. I am so blessed to have special friends like them.

Sasha 1980's before

Paint removed

Sasha after

Sasha with Doris wig

This picture reminds me of a studio doll

Little miss attitude

Happy Halloween!

Autumn Swap ~ Item Received

Here is the adorable outfit I received from Winnie in California. She even sent pants because it gets so cold here in Minnesota. I added a little hat from the fall/winter collection I'm working on.

Autumn Swap 2013

Here is the adorable outfit I sent to my swap partner. The pinafore pattern was courtesy of Ted Menton. Thanks Ted! I took a few liberties and fully lined it and added gathers on the sides with cute orange bows. An outfit sure to please for Halloween.

Mallory in Her Halloween Dress Looking for a New Home

Here is Mallory in her new custom dress set. She is all ready for Halloween and looking for a new home. I have listed her in my Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MaconStreetStudio Take a peek if you're interested.

Blondes Have More Fun! A Beautiful Blonde Gets a New Look.

Here is a Beautiful 80's sailing suit girl who has been transformed. She has been repainted with quality artist acrylics. She had been given a boiled perm a few years back so those curls aren't going anywhere. She has a very sweet expression and looks great in her Halloween dress. She will be for sale in my etsy shop. http://www.etsy.com/shop/MaconStreetStudio

A Pretty Brunette With Her New Enhanced Eyes

Here is one of my 80's girls that wanted a new look. I have enhanced her eyes with quality artist paints. She even got a sprinkling of freckles. I love her thick brows. Her original printed eyes are under the paint. She will be for sale in my etsy site http://www.etsy.com/shop/MaconStreetStudio once I have completed her Halloween dress and sandals. I love her determined look.

Remembering 9-11

Here are two pair of sandals in red, white and blue. I thought I'd post them today in remembrance of 9-11. My son who is a senior in High School was only in kindergarten when it happened. It forever changed the US. Never Forget.

This pair is currently on ebay

This pair is made for the 2014 Festival Gregor Doll

A Close-Up of Two Other Strap-py Style Sandals

These can only be done with silver hardware. I have brown, red,light blue and pink tiny cord for the front band accent.

These can be done with gold or silver hardware.

Now Taking Orders For Summer Sandals

I am now taking orders for Summer Sandals. The cost is $25 US Dollars plus shipping. US shipping is $2.00 per pair. International shipping will be determined by destination. I have many colors of leather for the top part of the sole. I have the leather cord colors pictured below for strap-py styles. Mix and match up to 3 colors in my current designs. email me at: monica@maconstreetstudio.com if wanting to place an order or if you have any questions.

                                                         red...lilac...yellow...green.....blue....light blue

                                                  pink...maroon...orange...gold...shimmer-brown...pearl

                  peachy-pink...silver-gray...black

My Newest Summer Sandal Design

Here's my newest Summer Sandal Design. The hardware is called antique bronze. I have Antique silver on order. A very fun Sandal for Sasha. These would be especially lovely on ethnic dolls such as Cora or Yamka. The first picture is closest to the true color as it was taken in daylight.

These can be done with antique bronze(shown) hardware or antique silver hardware.

Simple Sasha Sundress

Here is a Simple A-line Sundress for Sasha. This is a prototype I whipped up yesterday morning before our MN Sasha get together. The silver and white sandals were a jumping off point. I could not find my white bias tape so the hem is unfinished and fringed. It is fully lined and threads secured so the hem won't ravel further. I just love the fabric, but it is a pain to work with. I had a small remnant and maybe enough for one more simple sundress. I may try the other with bias around the neck, arm openings, and hem.

My Dress a Sasha entry takes 2nd Place at the 2013 Sasha Festival

Here are some pictures of my Dress a Sasha entry. I created the complete outfits based on a picture of two adorable children from the early 1900's. This was a labor of love. I had to 1st create the patterns for both outfits. The lace on the dress collar is hand knit and was found at an antique store in Crosby MN. I made tights out of black knee-high women's socks. I even created real leather shoes for the Sasha and toddler. These outfits were challenging but very fun to make. Enjoy!

Summer Festival Sandals 2013

Here's the next 11 pairs. Only one week until Festival. I can't wait!

Summer Sandals 2013

Here in the Studio I have been very busy creating Summer sandals. These are my own designs with the exception of the classic Sasha M style. I am letting the materials guide my creativity. I use all leather in my designs. I strive for quality. To see how they look on the dolls feet check out my facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MaconStreetStudio

Sasha Festival Raffle Doll outfit 2013

Here is my latest creation. It is for one of the 2013 Raffle Dolls at Festival. The outfit consists of a wool blend fully lined winter coat and a velvet ear-warmer hat. Real leather shoes with heart cut outs complete the look. I think the theme is 1950's, so even though I was tempted to put bright pink buttons on the coat, I kept in theme and put black buttons.

Sasha Festival 2013 CFA Outfit~ Sweet and Sassy

Here is the outfit I created for the Children's Fund Auction. I've been working on several sewing projects this month and I'm happy to report at least one of them is finally done. The outfit consists of a knit t-shirt with a hand appliqued panda on the front. The skirt is from a wool blend fabric and has elastic in the waistband. The sandals are all leather and match perfectly with the outfit. A sweet headband with a buckle complete the look. Sasha is definitely Sweet and Sassy.

My Toddler can finally Stand on her own!

Here is another pair of leather shoes for Toddler. They were originally made for Sasha but were way too tight. I adjusted them and they fit my Toddler perfectly.

A Little sneak peak at my Dress a Sasha entry!

Here is a little sneak peak on my Dress a Sasha entry. I will not post the actual outfits until after Festival. These are real leather shoes/boots I made this past week. One for Sasha. One for Toddler. The ones for Toddler are distressed.

Adorable Dress and Sandals for the Jackie Hyatt Auction Doll

 Here is the dress and sandals I created for the Jackie Hyatt Auction doll. The pattern for the Bretelle dress is from the book: Sasha Dolls: Clothing and Patterns By Ann Chandler and Susanna Lewis, with Anne Votaw. The book can be purchased through this link: http://www.sashadoll.com/sales/sales.html

May Day Give Away Winner!

Congratulations!

Jane McLuskie

Please email/message me your mailing address.

The light at the end of the tunnel: AKA redhead restore

Poor Sasha red haired dungarees started out quite rough around the edges. She has spent the last few weeks in the studio getting a whole new lease on life. She has had a hair washing and deep conditioning, oxy treatment, eye repaint. Her clothing has been restored and she has new reproduction sandals. She is very happy now. I gave her freckles because they really suit her personality. Now all she needs is a name.


Here is the before picture:

May Day Give Away Continued

Here is a picture of the adorable outfit I put together this morning. The outfit is made of high quality cotton fabric and has a fully lined bodice. It comes with sweet little bloomers, socks, leather shoes, and a matching barrette. It is shown on my sweet little toddler, but can be worn by a Sasha baby as well (see picture below). Good Luck! For an additional chance to win be sure to like my facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MaconStreetStudio

May Day Give Away!

Happy May Day! In honor of May Day Macon Street Studio is having a "May Day Give Away". The followers of my blog and those who like macon street studio's facebook page will be eligible for a drawing on May 8th for a complete outfit for your sasha baby or toddler. The outfit will consist of a sundress, panties, shoes and socks. So come join the fun.

If you follow this blog and also like macon street studio's facebook page you will have 2 chances to win. Pictures of the outfit to follow.

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day! Here is my Sasha baby modeling my latest creation for the Valentine's Swap. This adorable outfit is on it's way to Sonya in Australia. It's super hot there this time of the year as opposed to the below zero temps we've seen here in Minnesota. The outfit consists of sundress, bloomers, beret, socks and leather mary jane shoes. It would be adorable with a little sweater, but I have yet to learn to knit with needles.