I previewed this paper doll back in April, but even when I previewed it, the paper doll set had been sitting in my sketchbook for a month or more. I was dreading work on it, not because I didn’t like the paper doll, but because the idea of coloring all the detail was terrifying.
So, last week, when I was finally out of everything else I had drawn for Marisole Monday & Friends that I could feed the blog, I found myself finally tackling this paper doll set. Sometimes I have to be forced into these things.
All right, so inspirations for today’s paper doll set include the film Newsies and that’s really about it. Though I confess I do rather see today’s version of Mia hanging out with my airship mechanic Marcus. I mean they both have tools and newsboy caps.

Today’s paper doll set will, of course, be up in color next week and then… I have no idea what’s next, actually. Probably ballerinas.
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Ballerinas sound exciting. Can’t wait to see what you come up with!
Just so you know, Rachel, the dancer Mia I created was a composite of other sets. I included some Zumba and some ballet (I changed some elements a little) and added high heels and a scarf so she can take her dance clothes out on the town.
Drawing paper dolls is just about practice, practice and more practice. I’m sure you’ll get there someday.
I have to ask though, what is a short-tall?
hi i like your clothes
Thenk you, Makylah.