daily doll maker news and doll fashion stories for girls http://www.thedollpalace.com/rss/doll-maker-gossip.php Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:10:12 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Soundtrack-to-My-Life-aid5493.html Celebrity DollsHave you ever randomly heard a song that had a huge impact on you? It seems to happen to me quite frequently. I might hear a song and be instantly transported back in time to a certain event or occasion. Other songs just seem to speak to me – I might start dancing, humming or even crying along. The power of music is undisputed, and music is very much a part of my life. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Sun, 04 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Your-First-Job-aid5492.html Mini DollsFor the girl who likes to shop and entertain herself without relying on her parents’ cash and thus permission, there is nothing more freeing than your first job. Of course, finding the perfect first job is a balance of what you like to do, how much experience you have, and who is willing to hire you. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Fri, 02 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/The-Legacy-of-Fantasy-aid5490.html Harry Potter DollsA few years ago I would have laughed if you told me I would become a huge fan of fantasy. I was quite content with realistic fiction and loved to think about myself as the various characters in my books. But somehow or another, I got turned onto fantasy and it’s a ride I’ve never left.Love It or Hate ItLord of the RingsA lot of people, girls especially, love fantasy. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Wed, 31 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Listening-to-Nothing-aid5489.html Brunette DollsOur world is full of noise. When there isn’t noise around us, we plug in our ear buds and make some of our own. When was the last time you sat and listened to nothing? I don’t mean you tuned out the chaos at lunch because you were so tired, or took a shower without your shower radio on. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Fun-Ways-to-Warm-Up-This-Winter-aid5487.html Winter DollsBaby, it’s cold out! That is, for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s getting rather chilly and with the cold comes warmth – the trick is just finding it when you need it. Here are my favorite ways to warm up:Hand and Feet WarmersThese things are so neat. They are little packets of heat. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Are-You-Ready-for-the-New-Year-aid5486.html Party DollsThere is a custom in Italy that involves throwing out the old to prepare for the new. In the case of the Italians, this is taken quite literally as the people literally throw their old household appliances and other items from the year out the window to show that they are cleaning out and ready for the new year. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Winter-Legends-and-Lore-aid5484.html Holiday DollsWe all love the various legends and myths, but winter with its shorter days and longer nights just brings out some of the best pieces of lore in my opinion. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Good-Reasons-to-Dance-aid5482.html Animated DollsI’ll admit I’m not the greatest dancer to hit the dance floor, but I do enjoy pretending to dance well. I think everyone enjoys dancing, but many are uncertain how to actually dance or are embarrassed to try it in front of other people. Remember – you don’t have to dance in front of a crowd or on a stage to have a good time and get great benefits from your impromptu performance. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Warm-Winter-Break-Fun-aid5481.html Christmas DollsSo you’d love to see the snow of winter, but it’s just not happening where you live? Count yourself lucky and get out there to enjoy your winter break without the hassles of snow boots and icing conditions – believe me, there are a lot of jealous New Englanders just thinking of your shorts and t-shirts right now. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Are-You-Enjoying-Being-Young-aid5480.html Animated DollsDo you know what’s totally depressing? Once I grow up and get a job, I’ll also have bills to pay. And judging from what I hear from adults, those bills add up fast and make life rather miserable at times. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Winter-Break-Fun-aid5479.html Holiday DollsWinter break is just around the corner and might have already arrived for some lucky students. Given the choice between summer and winter break, I’d pick summer – but I’m just a warm weather kind of girl. I know there are plenty of you out there who opt for the cold weather and the fun it brings. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Best-Christmas-Movies-of-All-Time-aid5476.html I swear the best thing about Christmas is the variety of movies I can pick from when I’m feeling a bit of holiday spirit. There are classics from every decade and in case you’re searching for the perfect Christmas movie to watch this weekend, I’ve compiled my list of favorites. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Great-Guy-Gifts-aid5475.html Christmas DollsWith the holidays fast approaching, you might be wondering what on earth to get your guy this year for [insert gift-giving holiday here.] Guys are much trickier to shop for than girls, of course. Just think – if roles were reversed, all a guy has to do is buy you a giant teddy bear and some flowers and you’d be in heaven. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Fun-Holiday-Gifts-for-Friends-aid5473.html Christmas DollsYou want to get your friends something fun and special for the holidays, but you don’t want to spend all of your money on a handful of people – even if they are the most important people in your life. You need fun presents that are easy to find, fun to give, and meaningful to the people you are sharing them with. This might be a tall order, but not for you – you’re crafty. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Tue, 02 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.thedollpalace.com/dollnews/Books-to-Read-by-a-Fire-aid5472.html Holiday DollsOne of the best things about the cooler months, in my opinion, is the opportunity to curl up by a fire. Watching television or movies by firelight isn’t nearly as sentimental as reading a book while wrapped in a blanket in front of the fire. And not just any book will do. A fire book should be light enough to be fun to read while deep enough to make it interesting and meaningful. ... JeZz@JeZz.com Sat, 29 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100