Buds n Ruffles Reborn Baby Girl ~Mary~ Beautiful Sculpt by~Aleina Peterson~ Start Price USD 499.00 Current Price USD 499.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, November 14, 2008 End Time Monday, November 24, 2008 Location Germantown, Ohio See more about 'Buds n Ruffles Reborn Baby Girl ~Mary~' Description "Buds 'n Ruffles " proudly presents......       Buds 'n Ruffles Mary Created by reborn artist Carolyn Blanton reborn October 1, 2008 Measuring 18" long and weighing 3lbs Mary started out as Morgan,  a beautiful sculpt by Aleina Peterson     ~Description~ Mary started out as a blank soft vinyl sculpt. First all of her vinyl parts were bathed in baby bath to remove any impurities from the manufacturing process. After she dried, I began creating her beautiful baby skin, layer by layer with Genesis Heat- Set Paints. These are artist quality heat-set oils that will not fade, or rub off. They will stand the test of time insuring that Mary will be treasured for many years to come.     ~Details.....~ Every crease and dimple has be blushed. She has been given a slightly mottled skin tone, just like a real baby's. Using my 3D skin layering technique, and my own custom blended paints, for this little individual, I have brought Mary's skin to life with realistic living color, with faint blueish areas where a babies skin is naturally thinner. Realistic veining that appears to be "just under the skin". I have given her skin lots of texture and depth, and the faintest hint of moisture at the eyes, nose, and mouth.  Many hours were spent layering and baking the paints to give Mary the high quality skin she has. Her skin has also been sealed with matte varnish. Each baby is unique and special, and will never be duplicated.         ~Eyes, Nails & Hair~ I have given Mary high quality newborn blue eyes, that are made to look as much like a real babies eyes when first born, as possible, and then framed them with wispy baby lashes..... Her eyebrow are lightly painted on, one hair at a time, with 3D texture for a very realistic affect. The nails have been tinted, and tipped with creamy white, and then triple sealed with gloss varnish. Mary's beautiful full baby lips were given a Rosey tint, highlighted, and then triple sealed with gloss varnish. I have directionally "Micro" rooted her head with baby fine Ultra Premium curly kid mohair. This mohair is extremely soft and looks incredibly natural and realistic! I have paid special attention to her scalp so that you will find veining and pinkish hues showing through her soft curly blond baby hair. After rooting her head, I sealed it from the inside, with a clear flexible water-proof sealant. This allows the hair to be misted and gently brushed with a baby brush. I have not given Mary a magnetic pacifier, but if her new Mom would like one that can certainly be done, or if preferred non-staining putty can be used.                   ~Cuddly Body~ Mary has been given a custom made flesh colored Doe Suede body, that is fully jointed, making it possible to recreate all the poses you see here and more, effortlessly at home. I have weighted Mary in all the right places, and she fairly melts into your arms when you hold her..... I have used a mixture of glass beads and poly pellets, along with sumptuous faux fleece. She fits Newborn sized clothing perfectly! I never use sand in any of my babies so that they may be adopted by loving Mommy's worldwide.               ~Layette~ ~Beautiful Baby Blue Day Gown by French Designer Petit Ami~ ~ Ruffled Baby Blue Bonnet by Petit Ami~ ~Lovely Soft Blue Multi Color Block Baby Blanket~ ~Basic White Cotton Cross Over Under Shirt~ ~Two Pampers Disposable Diapers~ ~Soft Cuddly Carter's Bunny Sleeper~ ~Care Instructions~ ~Certificate Signed by Me~ ~Beautiful Custom Packaging ~ ~Surprises~          ~Going Home~ I try to make home coming a pleasant and exciting time for the new parents. Mary will arrive in her beautiful baby blue day gown and bonnet from Petit Ami. The dress bodice is smocked with pastel rosettes, and the hem is also sprinkled with dainty rosettes. She will have a secure journey in her gorgeous custom packaging, and will bring all of the Layette worn in her photos with her, as well as her blanket and a few surprises too! You will also receive a certificate signed by me, and reborn care instructions......... ~Terms and Conditions~ I will contact the winning bidder within 24-hours-please respond with your payment intentions. Fees must be secured within 7 days or Mary will have to be re-listed.  International bidders welcome! I ship worldwide, and combine shipping whenever possible. Email me with any questions you might have!     ~About Me~ My love of dolls and bears became apparent at a young age. I began sewing and designing cloth dolls, bears, and more as a child, and continued into adulthood. I am also certified in Floral Design, and  have been selling my creations, of one kind or another for twenty-seven years..... When I found reborning I knew it was my destiny..... Reborning is an art that I can just loose myself in! I enjoy bringing these wonderful sculpts to life, and transforming them into incredibly realistic living little individuals.....I feel that with experience my techniques have become truly unique. I've spent a lot of time studying real babies and baby pictures, taking classes, and reborning many many babies. Over the years I've done lots of custom babies, and have adopted babies out all over the world. The field  of reborn doll making continues to grow and change, and I'm continually learning and working hard to improve my artistry in order to capture complete realism in my reborn babies. Thank YOU For Looking in!   Mouse over images to see larger version   Click to view supersize image     Buds 'n Ruffles© 2008 Place a Bid!