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Summary: Another excellent book in the Fashion Doll makeover series!
Review: All three of Jim Faraone's books have inspired hundreds of doll artists, and have become indispensible to good makeover artists. This third book features new doll artists and has an outstanding how-to-do- it section on hairstyling! I have all three books and love them!
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Summary: Beautiful dolls and great tips and tricks to create your own
Review: I wasn't sure what to think of this book; I'd seen good reviews and bad ones. Ultimately this purchase was a leap of faith, and I'm glad I jumped. While this is not primarily a how-to volume, there is a good, basic starter section in the back which shows how to re-root and style hair, do basic face paints, construct accessories such as hats, purses and jewelry. If you're looking for a project-based book, this sure isn't it, and you'll be bitterly disappointed by the fact that the bulk of the book is made up of photos of and information about the work of other doll customizers. However, if you're looking for inspiration along with enough information to get started on your own, then this is absolutely the book for you. It's a book to set you dreaming about what that $2.99 sale Barbie could look like with a little (or a lot) of work. It's a book that can provoke you to have fun as well as take on a lot of hard work. Most of all, it's not going to lead you through cookie-cutter projects. If you want a doll that looks just like dozens of other dolls, stick with what's in the box. But if you want to think, to create something truly one-of-a-kind, then give this book a shot.
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Summary: A great starter book for fashion doll customizers
Review: I wasn't sure what to think of this book; I'd seen good reviews and bad ones. Ultimately this purchase was a leap of faith, and I'm glad I jumped. While this is not primarily a how-to volume, there is a good, basic starter section in the back which shows how to re-root and style hair, do basic face paints, construct accessories such as hats, purses and jewelry. If you're looking for a project-based book, this sure isn't it, and you'll be bitterly disappointed by the fact that the bulk of the book is made up of photos of and information about the work of other doll customizers. However, if you're looking for inspiration along with enough information to get started on your own, then this is absolutely the book for you. It's a book to set you dreaming about what that $2.99 sale Barbie could look like with a little (or a lot) of work. It's a book that can provoke you to have fun as well as take on a lot of hard work. Most of all, it's not going to lead you through cookie-cutter projects. If you want a doll that looks just like dozens of other dolls, stick with what's in the box. But if you want to think, to create something truly one-of-a-kind, then give this book a shot.
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Summary: I don't argee with this reader from Spetember 22 1999
Review: It's truly wonderful to show interests for future artists, you want more, find Jim's second and third books thanks! ;o)
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Summary: Well, this book got me to start customizing!
Review: Jim's first book is very well done. He has a lot of doll artist's work throughout the book to motivate you. I like seeing what others do with the dolls. In the back of the book there is a very well done section on 'how-to' complete with descriptions and photos so you can follow along. I bought his 2nd book as well, and it is just as good!
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Summary: Lacking in the How-To Department
Review: Since I have Jim's previous 'Makeover Books', and got so much from them (both ideas for creating, and tips on 'how-to'), I had to get this one! The doll artists are so creative, and the book is filled with great pictures of how others see Barbie. To me, a REAL bonus was the section on how to create different hair-dos. As with Jim's other books, there are detailed explanations and PHOTOS (no diagrams, thank heaven) which take you step by step thru the process. EXCELLENT!!
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Summary: Beautiful dolls and great tips and tricks to create your own
Review: That is what you will find in the latest edition of Jim Faraone's 4th Fashion Doll makeovers. The book is filled with beautiful shots of fashion doll makeovers, bios of the artists and best of all, in the back, tips and tricks on how to do some of the things pictured. Enhancing molded hair creations, beaded hair, create a molded mohawk style, the making of fairy wings, fabric wings, appliques and gloves are all explained with clear, step by step pictures. This book is a fine addition to the series. With each book you can learn more and more about creating your own makeovers. The information is also helpful if you just want to make presentable all those poor dolls that your daughter decided to give a hair cut to. If you aren't into making over your own dolls you can still enjoy the pictures of the beautiful dolls created by some truly talented artists.
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Summary: makeover what? learn from who?
Review: This book is divided into two separate parts. By far the largest section of the book is devoted to artist's biographies and full-color photographs of their work. While this is interesting, it is hardly "learning from the artists". Instead, as one reviewer had the courage to admit, it is merely advertisement for these artists. While all are talented people, none shared any secrets and limited themselves to discussing why they began doing fashion doll make-overs. Mr. Faraone includes a section where he generously gives out a few secrets and tips during the course of ONE make-over. His advice is sound, and his writing chatty and informative. However, this is only ONE doll. If you are looking for instructions on fashion doll makeovers, you are better off visiting an informative web-page. However, if you would like to be inspired by the work of the current reigning fashion doll artists, then by all means, buy this book.
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Summary: Learning is an adventure, not a standard tour
Review: This is a really inspirational book, but it's not for those who think learning is doing exactly what teacher tells you. Jim Faraone shows his readers what can be achieved, and gives a run-down of tips and techniques, but mostly he allows the work of artists of all ages, nationalities and styles to inspire dreams and ambitions. Jim treasures the individuality and daring of the doll artist and his books help those who dream to dare. How do you "learn from the artists"? By looking at their work and by letting your own curiosity and talent take over, not by following step-by-step directions to a 'creative project' that looks just like everyone else's. The books are treasure troves of inspiration, and worth a place on any doll-lover's bookshelf. Thanks, Jim!
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