Custom-made Paper Dolls by Lisa Perrin

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Custom-made Paper Dolls by Lisa Perrin

March 2, 2012 by overdressedforlife

Paper Dolls by Lisa Perrin.

Mom got one and I couldn’t resist … I had to have my own paper doll as well. So, artist and paper doll creator Lisa Perrin made the Moya paper doll.

Keeping with the custom-made theme, I had Lisa illustrate my custom-made shirtwaist dress and 1920-inspired coat. Accessories include my go-to black beret and favorite 1940s handbag, which has a twisted Lucite handle.

I asked Lisa to add my beloved Mr. Pru, whom, sadly, passed away last August at the sweet old age of 18. She really captured his spirit and even his specific haughty pose, which always made me smile and now continues to do so.

The original is in a frame, but I made copies and yes I fully intend to cut and play. What fun!

Want your own paper doll or perhaps thinking of a gift? Contact Lisa Perrin on Etsy.

Posted in Arts, Fashion, Vintage | Tagged Lisa Perrin, paper dolls | 7 Comments

7 Responses

on March 2, 2012 at 3:12 pm | Reply Kristen Caven

That is awesome on so many levels….
on March 3, 2012 at 3:25 am | Reply dapperdolly

Adorable, wow I haven’t had any of those since I was a kid, nostalgic!
- on March 7, 2012 at 9:11 am | Reply overdressedforlife
  
  Hello Dapperdolly, Thanks for reading Over Dressed for Life. The paper dolls are so much fun. I highly recommend everyone get one of their own!
on March 6, 2012 at 9:50 pm | Reply Suzette Davidson

I love this, Moya. It is such a great likeness and how sweet to add Mr. Pru.
- on March 7, 2012 at 9:08 am | Reply overdressedforlife
  
  Thanks, Suzette. I had to include Mr. Pru … it’s kind of my tribute to him (one of many, actually.)
on March 8, 2012 at 5:51 pm | Reply hwesterv

I love this idea! They are so well done. Love the kitty…I would have to get my kitties included too.
Hilda
- on March 8, 2012 at 8:18 pm | Reply overdressedforlife
  
  Hello Hilda – Paper dolls are such fun! I learned to love them from my mom. And to have one that is you? Well, how perfect is that? I plan to use mine in fashion collages I create. Thanks for reading.