Just discovered that Barbie is 50 this year! EGADS! one of my favorite toys as a kid has been around for half of a century! And after this last move to Tennessee, I can't seem to find mine!!Jamie Lee Curtis allowed herself to be photographed at 50 in the buff for AARP and in clingy lycra for all to see her all. I figured it was time for Barbie to show all too. And, please, Mattel - she is now 50! She has a problem with chocolate - so she is no longer long and thin. Her thighs actually touch now.
At 40, she had to come down off her toes! So sorry, no matter how 'sexy' they may be, 3" heels hurt!! And of course, in her 40s she had to do the Jennifer Aniston hairdo - didn't we all? As you can tell by now - this piece was done purely for fun! Not quilted yet, though. Still thinking about adding an aging Ken!
Not quilted yet - but this is the 8th in the Word series. The rabbit is hand painted with my favorite inks - in red and yellow, an attempt to 'stretch myself' whatever that may mean. I like the effect alot. The verse is Psalm 4:8 and one I use when sleep eludes.....'I will both lay me down in peace and sleep for Thou Lord only makest me dwell in safety'.
ativitYou did that just today?!? Wow, I love it! I'm so glad to see that you've let her get a little more womanly with full hips and thighs. It's great!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with your concept of aging Barbie. Reality is a fact of life!
ReplyDeleteWord #8 - I love the combination of traditional and art elements. Very striking AND adorable!
ReplyDeleteYour Barbie comments are a hoot! I am still laughing and sharing your site with friends.
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