Mermaid + clam = CLAMMAID • Unconventional Mermay Collab • OOAK Custom Monster High Doll

Recent questions

• How do Barb and Alex prepare a doll for a mermaid theme project?

  Barb and Alex choose a doll base resembling a pearl, such as Gigi Grant or Perry on Gulia's body. Barb roots the doll's hair to create a pearl-like effect, sketches the face with white watercolor pencil, and adds colors for an iridescent look. Acrylic paint is used transparently for a pastel appearance and gentle shine on the skin. Details like eyeshadow, eyelashes, and catch lights enhance the doll's eyes. Pearl powder is applied for a magical glow, and silk clay is added to the hair for volume. Epoxy sculpt is used to craft a dress-like clam tail, adding bumps and volume for an organic appearance.

• What materials are used to enhance the doll's appearance?

  To enhance the doll's appearance, Barb and Alex use acrylic paint transparently for a pastel look and gentle shine on the skin. Details like eyeshadow, eyelashes, and catch lights are added to enhance the doll's eyes. Pearl powder is applied to make the skin glow and look magical. Silk clay is added to the doll's hair for volume, and epoxy sculpt is used to create a dress-like clam tail for an organic look. Additionally, a big flower made from laker was painted to distract from a cracked hairline, and accessories like a ribbon, pearls, and gold loops were added for extra flair.

• How does Barb manage time effectively during the project?

  Barb uses Skillshare to improve time management skills, promoting learning and growth throughout the project. By utilizing online resources like Skillshare, Barb can enhance her efficiency in various aspects of the creative process, ensuring that tasks are completed in a timely manner. This dedication to skill development allows Barb to streamline her workflow and optimize productivity while working on the mermaid theme project with her doll friends.

• What finishing touches are added to the doll's appearance?

  To complete the doll's appearance, Barb and Alex add more stripes to the flesh part and achieve a wet look by mixing glossy varnish with pearl white paint and red paint with pink pearlex powder for the tail. After reapplying the pearl string, a simple necklace and earrings are added to enhance the doll's overall look. These finishing touches contribute to the magical and enchanting aesthetic of the doll, elevating its visual appeal and attention to detail.

• How do Barb and Alex encourage viewer engagement with their project?

  Barb and Alex actively engage viewers by requesting suggestions for doll names in the comments section and prompting them to share ideas about combining different creatures in a mermaid theme. They also encourage viewers to check out other unconventional mermaid videos by various creators, fostering a sense of community and creativity within their audience. By offering sneak peeks on Instagram and inviting viewers to subscribe for future videos, Barb and Alex create a dynamic and interactive experience that keeps viewers invested in their projects and eager to participate in the creative process.