The World of My Kumabolo and Licca Hybrid

Ever since I set my eyes on what a Licca/Azone hybrid looked like I have been obsessed. With this obsession has come an overflow of ideas and stories for my girl, whom I can not wait to receive.

This has become even worse now that I have worked one of my possible Christmas presents into the mix! There are too many ideas brewing in my mind and unfortunately I can't bring everything together in one day. Especially since I do not have any money.

Today I am just going to be writing about some of my ideas for the world that I am creating for my Kumabolo and Licca hybrid. I am not sure if these will be random little facts or paragraphs, but I will try to make it reasonably organized.

I have taken a lot of inspiration from my childhood, where I spent many hours looking over Beatrix Potter's amazing artwork. Since I was little I have adored the idea of animals being able to walk and talk just like humans. I loved to imagine communities full of animals and humans living together.

So this is where my story begins. My Licca hybrid's world is a world where animals are relatively the same size as humans and can talk. For example, a mouse or hedgehog can grow as big as an average human as well as being able to walk on two feet. I would like for their bodies to be similar to humans, as in arms and legs, but still maintain their original features, such as talons, tails, paws, and such. I am choosing to keep fish and other sea creatures out of my story, however I suppose that it could be fairly similar under the water. Thankfully my story does not take place near the beach.

This is a perfect example of the style that I am going for. The toad's only human characteristic is his body, however he still maintains a toad's normal feet and hands. One of my favorite photographers, Hurry Up Miss Jane has some adorable examples of how the animals in my world will look.

Now for the setting of my story. I would love for it to be set in Ireland where there are many open fields but also a very large forest and a lake nearby. I have not tried to illustrate the town yet but I might try eventually. Right now I am thinking that it will be a small town filled with many shops, but also a few houses scattered about, possibly cobble stoned walkways.

My Licca's house however will be located in a dense forest not far from town. In my mind I am picturing an adorable little cottage covered in vines, with a small but wild garden in the back.

Right now I am picturing a very colorful house full of many curiosities. I would love for my Licca and her sister to have a bunk bed. Her sister's bunk bed being full of many handmade stuffed animals. While Licca hybrid's is more well kept and always made.

The colors that are standing out the most when I picture their home are pink and green of all shades. I think their bunk bed will probably be light green and the dining table will be red. I can't wait to see this come together because right now it seems like a jumbled mess!

I can't think of an exact time period that my story is set, however I am certain that it is not present day. It is before any modern technology, so there won't be any televisions or radios for my characters. However they will have stoves and possibly refrigerators, maybe an ice box if I can find one.

(Photo by FeltingDreams)

This world is one where magic is completely normal and accepted. However there can be bad magic, although it has never been seen in the tiny town where my characters live. Magic comes in all forms, where some people might be exceptionally good at brewing potions others might be well at casting spells. Some people can control all elements, while others might only be able to control only a few, such as the ability to grow flowers or make it rain for a short time. Unfortunately there are some people without magical abilities, however these people are usually extremely gifted in other areas, such as cooking, tailoring, or building.

I have not discovered which powers my characters will have and I might wait to share that information until they have arrived.

I am still not entirely sure about how my characters will dress. But I am leaning more towards cloaks and dresses, similar to those found in the 1993 version of The Secret Garden. I am not entirely sure yet, but I have been putting together outfits that I would like to buy for my characters on Etsy.

Well, that seems to be all I can think of right now, surprisingly. I may post some more tomorrow or as I come up with more information. Thank you for reading!

Kumabolo Doll Ideas

One of the presents I asked for for Christmas is a Petworks Kumabolo doll. Kumabolo is an adorable little bear with an adorable expression and cute ears. I asked for the gray Kumabolo with a super cute outfit, pictured below. *Unfortunately she does not come with the outfit!*

 I really hope I get her because I am planning on incorporating her into my Licca hybrid's story. I left a few hints in my post yesterday but hopefully nothing too obvious. I think that she will be a fun addition to the story I am planning. Not to mention she is absolutely adorable!

I even drew her next to my Licca hybrid drawing from yesterday. They look so cute next to each other and I can't wait to see them in person!

Now I am doing the same procedure as yesterday as far as organizing my ideas, however some of the questions are a bit different.

Possible Names:

• Honey
• Apple
• Bee
• Blossom
• Bumble

They share many possible names but I can't have two dolls with the same name so I must make up my mind eventually!!

What’s a weird habit of yours?: Whenever I am writing in school I can't help but tap my pencil on the desk to a tune, is that weird?

Do you have any phobias?: I don't know if it is a true phobia, but I cannot stand getting fleas! I always make sure I bathe really well to keep them off me!

What’s one of your biggest pet peeves?: When people scrape their silverware on their plates. It is such an awful noise!

What side of the bed do you sleep on?: Before my sister and I bought a bunk bed I slept on the right side.

What was your first stuffed animal & it’s name?: My first stuffed animal was a cute little bee that I actually named after myself!

Which way do you face in the shower?: My sister and I do not have a shower, we have an antique porcelain tub.

What’s your favorite food?: I love blueberries and honey soaked bagels!

Summer or winter?: I love summer! I love all the colorful flowers and the sunshine. It is also a great time for swimming and exploring the woods!

What are your hobbies?: I really love making brooms for people to use. However, I also really love working in my scrapbook, drawing pictures, and sewing clothes for my sister and I.

Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile?: My sister! She is my very best friend.

I am so happy that I am finally able to build a world I have been dreaming of since I was young. I am very excited to create these dolls and all of their adventures!

Tomorrow I am planning on talking a little bit about their world, since I have already begun to introduce the main characters!

Thank you for reading!

Licca/Azone Hybrid Story Ideas

Because I have so many ideas brewing in my mind for my Licca/Azone hybrid I have decided to organize some of the ideas I have come up with to help me remember all of them!

I drew this adorable picture of her to get a sense of the style that I am planning for her. I am not entirely sure if it will be modern or more ancient. I definitely want it to consist of lots of earthy tones, such as brown and green.

Possible Names: 

• Bee
• Bellvie
• Clover
• Eling
• Ginger

I am sure that I will have many more possible names for her but these are a few of my favorites right now!

I am writing the answers to these questions from my character's perspective.

What was your favourite subject(s) at school?: Astronomy and Alchemy

What is your favourite drink?: Cranberry juice

What is your favourite genre of music and favorite song?: My favorite genre is classical, but I am also fond of folk music. I could never chose a favorite!

What is your favourite food?: I really enjoy berries and almost anything grown in a garden.

What is the last thing you bought?: I bought some parchment and jars from the local general store.

Favourite book of all time?: My book on astronomy is one of my favorites because of all the pictures. But, my guide to different flowers is very pretty, too.

Favourite Colour?: Orange and Forest Green

Do you have any pets?: No, but I would really like to befriend an elk one day!

Favourite Animal?: I have many animal friends, but elks are really cute and funny creatures. Squirrels and mice are very kind as well.

Favourite Holiday?: Yule is a very fun holiday!

Are you married, if not do you plan to?: No I am not and no I do not.

Have you ever been out of the country, if so how many times?: No, but I have heard about others places and they seem interesting.

Do you speak any other language?: Not yet, but I am trying to learn German so that I can better communicate with the old bear that lives in the forest.

How many siblings do you have?: I have a sister, she was adopted when we were both young.

Are you jealous of them?: No, my sister and I get along really well. Although if I could steal her ears I would!

What is your favourite shop?: I love to go to the general store because there are many different things to buy, but I also enjoy the bookstore because of how big it is.

Favourite restaurant?: I don't go out to eat much, but there is a very yummy restaurant in town that has the best stew.

When was the last time you cried?: When I accidentally dropped a stack of books on my toe. It swelled up really big for a few days.

How tall are you?: I am not sure, I am very short though and my doctor says I am done growing.

Can you cook?: Yes, but I eat a lot of my food raw so there is no need to cook it.

How old are you?: I am about to be fifteen years old.

What is your earliest memory?: The first time my mom used a spell to clean up my bedroom, it was amazing!

What is your favorite vegetable?: Carrots are very yummy!

Do you remember your first day at school?: Yes, I was very embarrassed and the day went worse and worse.

What is the worst exam result you remember ever getting?: I try not to make bad grades in school. The worst grade I have received was a 75% in algebra.

Can you swim?: Yes, I like to swim a lot. The cool water in the lake is very refreshing.

Who is your favorite historical figure?: I am not sure, I look up to entirely too many amazing philosophers and astronomers.

Who is your favorite mythological god or goddess?: Artemis, she is so interesting.

If you could go anywhere in the world right now, where would you go?: I would like to travel to Africa to meet all of the interesting people and learn the culture. It is so different from my own.

Have you ever ridden on a train without paying?: In school we took a field trip to the next town over and we were not required to pay, so yes.

Where is your favorite place in the world?: My little house in the woods that I share with my sister! We have it decorated so lovely and it is surrounded by so many trees.

What is your favorite way to travel?: I love when my sister takes me for rides on her broom, I wish I had my own.

What is your least favorite way to travel?: Although trains can be fun to ride on, they are awfully noisy and crowded sometimes.

What was the last song you listened to?: My sister has been humming an old folk tale for a few days now, other than that I haven't been listening to much music.

What was the last meal you ate?: Some pumpkin bread and apple slices that my sister and I made last night.

Was it any good?: Yes, it was delicious.

Do you believe in God/Goddess/Gods/Goddesses?: Of course!

Do you believe in reincarnation?: Yes, although I wish there was a way to tell for sure!

Doll Plans

I have been making plans for some time to create my own hybrid Azone doll. For those that don't know, Azones are quite expensive little dolls. I know that I will not be able to afford one for quite some time and there are also plenty of other dolls that I would like to get.

For instance I have really wanted a Licca doll for some time now. However it never occurred to me that I could make a Licca/Azone hybrid. Using Licca's adorable face and a cute little Azone body. As soon as I saw Bumble Bee Love stick her Licca head onto her Azone's body I fell in love. I honestly don't know why I hadn't thought of this sooner, because it is absolutely perfect!

So, of course, with all this new excitement over yet another doll I want I have been thinking about her nonstop! I don't know her name yet but I am beginning to plan out a few of her details. I am really hoping that my next little girl will be able to have a real story.

Thank you for reading!!

My Very Own Custom Lalaloopsy Fairy

A few weeks ago I decided to try customizing my Mini Lalaloopsy, Berry Jars n' Jam. I always thought that she was cute in the show, but the awful colors of her hair and dress kept me from actually enjoying the doll. To be completely honest I only chose to buy her because of the adorable little accessories she came with.

Painting her was a lot more difficult than I thought it would be. Painting her tiny little feet proved to be a very tough challenge, since they kept dangling back and forth. Originally I was going to make her an adorable little sweet lolita with a baby pink dress and hair bows.

After I made Saiko's fairy dress I went on a huge fairy kick and decided to make my Lalaloopsy a fairy as well. So I repainted her shirt white but left her skirt pink, since I would be covering it up with fake leaves.

And voila, the final product was born!

I love the way that she came out so much! She is absolutely adorable in every way, even with her flaws. Even Rapunzel likes her!!

Thank you for reading! Let me know how you like my new and improved Berry,