Mad in Pursuit Notebook
October Doll: Makeover, Part 3
8 Oct. 2021. [Cont'd. from 6 Oct 2021] Tober has come a long way since October 1. She certainly has a serious little face, doesn't she? And yet she has a lot of confidence despite her cracks and her creaky hips and shoulders.
Step 6. Tober really liked her turban. Somehow it was wrapped just right. So, I handsewed it into place.
Step 7. Got out the small paintbrush and gold acrylic. Adorned her jumpsuit and turban with doodles and dots.
What next? Earrings? Maybe too much. I think she needs a magic shawl. I'd like to up my game, learn to do something new and more difficult. I like the genre of "art doll" and upcycling old things. Stay tuned. [To be continued]
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HEADLONG: Over the Edge in Pakistan and China (2018) Traveler's tale of a 1992 adventure. A poorly planned roadtrip takes long-time lovers Susan and Jim to forbidden places and lost times. Kindle.
THE SUDDEN SILENCE: A Tale of Suspense and Found Treasure (2015) Thailand: lovers of ancient treasure tangle with international black markets. Delia Rivera pulls Martin Moon back into the game and their quest turns deadly. In paperback and Kindle editions.
TRIBE OF THE BREAKAWAY BEADS: Book of Exits and Fresh Starts (2011) Time after time, Mary asks herself: Do I go or do I stay? She finds her power in her ancestors: Smart women turn discontent into action. An illustrated memoir in paperback and Kindle editions.
PASSION AND PERIL ON THE SILK ROAD: A Thriller in Pakistan and China (2008) The twin forces of revenge and redemption drive Nellie MacKenzie and Taylor Jackson on a crazed adventure into the heart of Central Asia. They grapple with issues of ethics, trust, rage, and bitter heartbreak -- as well as the intrigue of the international antiquities trade. In paperback and Kindle editions.
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