I design all my own patterns and only use the best quality silk, fine cotton and antique lace when available. All costumes are trimmed with cotton lace with ribbons of silk and satin.
Over time my range has expanded. I now dress vintage, modern, BJD and also create for original artist doll and bear makers. I love to dress Mignonettes and small BJD. I enjoy the challenge of costuming some very tiny dolls!
I sell my costumes at Australia's premier doll shows and also take individual orders.
I also sell on eBay from time to time, as well as my Etsy shop. Please see the links page for info.
I put my heart into each handmade item using my skill, passion and creativity so you will always have a beautiful quality product.
My name is Fran Smiles and I live in Melbourne, Australia.
I've been dressing dolls for over thirty years. I've always loved sewing and welcomed the opportunity to create costumes for a leading doll studio. When I began sewing for dolls my work was mainly for porcelain reproduction dolls. I love the challenge of replicating the antique look.
The perfect place to dress your doll in quality handmade individually designed clothing for antique, vintage and modern dolls.