A Little Bit About Minty Dolls

Hello! As I have told you this blog will be where I post about all the things I love about my dolls. What I didn't tell you is why I started this blog and why I decided to call it Minty Dolls. As you probably already know, my name is Korianne and I love dolls. I have since I was a wee one.

Here I am at age 4 with one of my very FAVORITE dolls, my sister, Kendall. If only she would still let me dress her up like she did when she was little! *giggle* 

I used to run a book blog but my priorities have changed and I don't have time to review books as often as I would like.  Recently I've begun following a slew of doll blogs ranging from Sasha lovers, American Girl enthusiasts and handmade doll crafters. I had been posting a few pictures of my dolls and the clothes I made them on my tumblr but since most of my followers there were either Gleeks or Broadway fans they weren't really interested in my dolls. That's when I decided I needed a blog just for my dolls! (Yes, there's also a Minty Dolls tumblr too!)

The reason my blog is called Minty Dolls is actually not to do with the fact that the dolls are in "mint" condition, in fact some of my dolls are very well loved or waif-like. Before I was born, my due date was anticipated to be the same day as the Kentucky Derby and my Mom jokingly said if I really was born on that day she was going to name me Mint Julep! Well I popped out early on April 21st so I wasn't named Mint Julep (a popular drink at the derby for those who don't bet on the ponies) but Minty has become a nickname. Since "mint" is a well known term in the doll world I thought it was fitting.

So Minty Dolls is born! I hope you all enjoy meeting my dolls and seeing what kind of trouble they get into! :)

P.S. Yes, that signature is my actual handwriting and how I sign most of my cards and letters!

We Had A Very Merry Christmas!

Here at Minty Dolls we've have a lovely holiday so far. I took a few pictures of the dolls modeling their new outfits from Auntie Babs, our new additions to the family, and a big family portrait! 

Zoie got a new outfit with a little cuppie cake on the sweater from Auntie Babs. My Mom also gave Zoie new pink shoes. Zoie is Mom's favourite and completely spoiled! Lydia got a cute little dress and leggings set from Babs, but the leggings looked a little funny with the dress because it's a touch big but we like it anyway. She can wear the leggings with another outfit or share with her friends. Sarah Sasha got an ADORABLE knitted hat that Babsie made for her as did Rachel except her hat is a beret! Leza and Lara got cute full outfits. The shoes that came with them didn't fit but they have passed them on to the Gotz dolls & Kirsten. 

Then we have some new additions to the family! Gifts from my Mom for Christmas! We welcome Nadia (Formerly Julie by Gotz) who is clearly Lydia's sister, Liliana (Formerly Pita by Karito Kids) who is definitely Lara's sister, and three wee ones Dakota, Skylar & Chase. 

Leza & Lara did a little clothes changing. The shirt Leza is wearing came from Babs' gift and seems to be her new favourite, and she borrowed Nadia's beret. Lara borrowed Liliana's jacket as she's been looking for a cute red one to wear with this skirt forever. I think Lara's liking borrowing her sister's clothes! :)

Here's a big family photo after a lot of the gang swapped and traded clothes. We even let Berger out to play even though she's still "in recovery" and in great need of a wig. Also with the addition of Skylar & Chase we now have 3 boy dolls including Goob. I think Goob is happy not to be the lone male of the bunch anymore! 

I hope you all had a lovely holiday and are looking forward to a wonderful new year! 

Hello everyone! Welcome to Minty Dolls. My name is Korianne and I've been collecting dolls since I was 3 years old. I love to make clothes and play things for my dolls too. This is a blog to share with you the kinds of adventures my dolls have!

Happy Holidays!