Mam'selle Sindy Doll Magazine Issue 06 | February 2022

Mam'selle Sindy Doll Magazine

ISSUE 06 | February 2022 | £5.95

THE LOVE ISSUE ROMANTIC GIFTS YOU WILL LOVE!

DREAM DATE VALENTINE'S STORYTIME

TRANSITION FASHION: SUMMER TO WINTER

SINDY'S GUIDE TO TV BOXSETS

Hello Dolls!

Welcome to Mam'selle! A mini magazine for Sindy doll lovers, fans and collectors.

This month's issue has a very romantic feel with a vintage style Valentine's photo story featuring Dream Date (see p.6), TV box sets to cosy up with (p.31) and some lovely gifts you'll want to give and receive this Valentine's Day (p.39).

Don't miss the behind-the scenes special from our fashion shoot on page 28...

Until next month.

editor x

Mam'selle

ISSUE

06 Sindy Doll Magazine: Contents 05 Sindy Social Scene 06 Sindy Photo Story 17 Living with Sindy 37 Dear Sindy...

38 Shopping with Sindy

BEHIND THE SCENES: Our Editor with photographer Sunday on the set of this month's fashion shoot.

See pages 28-29

Please do contact us with any submissions, Ad's or, to be featured dresslikeasindy@gmail.com

41 Travel with Sindy 42 #VintageSindy

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SINDY COUTURE SHOP HANDMADE GARMENTS FOR SINDY DOLLS

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SINDY SOCIAL SCENE Top Nine: our favourite Sindy Snaps this month...

1. @sindy_doll_collector | 2. @sindydollpics | 3. @sindy_the_traveler 4. @dresslikeasindy | 5.@sindy_atelier | 6. @backpulver.1969 7. @sindy_from_england | 8. @gracedoll_ | 9. @sindylovesstyle MAM'SELLE MAGAZINE | 5

s ' y d n i Valentine's Date S STARRING DREAM DATE

KNOCK! KNOCK! The postman had to knock twice today - as Dream Date was having the most wonderful dream...

Excellent! It looks like some of my online orders have arrived, some beautiful flowers, some cards and ooh, what is this exciting ... 'Be my Valentine?'

Armed with her fresh coffee and sweet treats she was going to sit down and open this intriguing envelope...

in collaboration with Sindy Collectors Club STORY & PICTURES BY @DRESSLIKEASINDY / USING PHOTO LAB APP

Dream Date wasted no time planning her outfit.

I have been wearing it since 1963, after all!

Her 'go to' Valentine's frock was back from the cleaners but, somehow didn't feel right for this occasion..

The latest issue of 'Sindy' magazine had also arrived in the post and had given her the most wonderful idea!

The new issue of 'Sindy' magazine had featured a wonderful dress hot of the catwalk and was just what Dream Date was looking for...

I really want to encapsulate my beloved 1963 number but, I really want to give it some extra wow factor!

Using her fashion skills (Dream Date had trained in Paris with a well know couturier after all!)

Dream Date set about making some mood boards.

Ring!

Ring!

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The phone call had been 'Sindy Cars' confirming her pick up time for the upcoming Valentine's Date.

Goodness this was all so exciting! But, back to the job in hand. I need to create the perfect dress for this very important date!

Oh, Pepper darling please don't mess up the sewing box!

The fabric was a dream to work with - such amazing quality and the perfect shade of pink.

The last few days had been busy for Dream Date. Working day and night - nothing a warm bubble bath couldn't fix.

Only a few nights to go, I better get my beauty sleep.

The big day had finally arrived.

Dream Date had contacted her good friend Margo, who owns 'Sindy's Secret Boutique', for some accessories to wear.

Margo had assured her that the bag, shoes and jewellery she'd selected and sent over for her would be just the finishing touches for her new dress.

I only sell bags made with real working zips and poppers - all stamped with a gold signature 'S' logo. Individually made shoes that fit the foot perfectly and, as for my jewellery, the realistic pearls, diamonds and gold chains are of the finest quality.

Margo was so right about these accessories - I must send her some flowers to say thank you.

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Today's the Day!

Dream Date took her time getting ready - it's part of the fun right? The dress was freshly pressed and fit like a glove.

Dream Date had arrived. Weekender and Shopping look were so excited to see her - they could hardly contain their joy. You see the BIG Valentine's date was with her very best friends!

Darling, over here.

Dream Date, you look simply Fab-u-lous.

'The Sindy Collector's Club Exclusive GALENTINE'S High Tea' was the perfect party to celebrate, honour and shower your best pals with love and attention.

You see Sindy *was* and *will always* be a Girl's, Girl!

HAPPY GALENTINE'S DAY, DOLLS!

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COAT, PART OF "WINTER HOLIDAY', 1967/68

THE DOLL YOU LOVE TO DRESS

LIVING WITH.

SINDY.

FASHION. BEAUTY. TRAVEL. SHOPPING.

take two TAKE THOSE SUMMER STAPLES INTO WINTER WITH SOME COSY LAYERS...

Pictures & Styling: Dress Like A Sindy

SUMMER SKIRT

With some cosy tights and knits you can still wear your favourite summer skirt all through winter.

Blouse, vintage Barbie Skirt, vintage Petra von Plasty Cardigan and beret, @action_mans_nan Bag, FashionDollsBags at Etsy

SUMMER TROUSERS Take your classic white trousers straight into the cooler months with a fine knit and a striking cape. Add boots and gloves and you're good to go.

Jumper, ‘Autumn Designs’, 1984 (uncatalogued) Trousers, Etsy Cape, vintage Faerie Glen Gloves, vintage Barbie

SUMMER SUIT Summer suits can take you into winter when mixed with a few clever add-ons. Think roll-necks, chunky knits, trainers and thick tights.

Adding a belt will help you keep your shape with all those layers.

Blouse and skirt, part of ‘Paris Mode’, 1978 Bag, @action_mans_nan Roll neck, part of ‘Paris Mode’, 1978 Cardigan, homemade/Ebay

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Dress ‘Marguerite’, 1975 Mac, part of ‘Rainy Days’, 1984 Trousers, part of ‘Shop Around’, 1981 Bag, @sindylife2021 Beret, @action_mans_nan

SUMMER DRESS

The beauty of this summery shirt dress is that it's so easy to transform into a classy winter look.

Contrasting layers and accessories are the secret!

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SUMMER JACKET

Turn that lightweight summer jacket in to a smart winter top by buttoning it up and adding a belt. Wear under that cosy winter coat for added warmth.

Jacket, part of ‘Blazer Beauty’, 1974 Tee, part of ‘ Weekender’, 1977 Jeans, part of ‘Fancy Free’ 1979 Coat, part of ‘Walking the Dog’ collection, 1993 Cords, part of ‘Outward Bound’, 1984

Blouse, part of ‘Jet Set’, 1979 Trousers, part of ‘Texas Rose’, 1984 Bag, @karine_ss Coat, ‘Reefer Jacket’, 1967, Jumper, part of ‘Sloppy Joe’, 1963 Jeans, part of ‘Weekender’, 1963

SUMMER SHIRT Wear your 9-5 summer work shirt under a contrasting sweater to add some oomph to your weekend jeans for added wearability.

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Behind the scenes on a Mam'selle fashion shoot

Esther, our Fashion Director busy sorting the samples. They all need to be pressed/steamed before being photographed.

And, below going through the rails with supermodel Nancy.

Hello!

Here is some behind-the-scenes snaps from this month's fashion editorial 'Take Two'. See the Mam'selle team in action.... Ed x

Follow Mam’selle @dresslikeasindy

Our photographer Sunday is checking if she has the perfect shot of supermodel Felicity.

And, below the hair & make-up table.

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Supermodels Camille and Nancy in the hair & make-up room.

There is always a constant supply of drinks, snacks and magazines...

Mam'selle Editor Penelope with our Fashion Director going through the fashion samples and styling ideas.

the team...

Hair & Make-up artist Cece getting her kit ready for the shoot. And, right, Cece on set doing a powder touch-up with supermodel Felicity (she has removed her trainers so she doesn't mark the backdrop) and photographer Sunday checking the images are uploading.

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GUIDE TO

BOX SETS SINDY TV

Grab that remote, a blanket, the cosy seat and snuggle up with these classic box sets as recommended by Sindy

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GUIDE TO

BEWITCHED

PICTURE: @jollydollyshop

SINDY TV

BEWITCHED Channel: various Year: 1964-1972 | Series: 8 Synopsis: Retro American fantasy sitcom about Samantha (above), a witch who marries Darrin, an ordinary mortal man, and vows to lead the life of a typical suburban housewife, despite a magical twitch of her nose!

Samantha's magical family disapprove of the mixed marriage and frequently interfere in the couple's lives - cue a puff of smoke and her mother, Endora.

GUIDE TO

BRIDGERTON

PICTURE: @sindydollpics

SINDY TV

BRIDGERTON Channel: Netflix Year: 2020 - ongoing | Series: 1 so far Synopsis: Drama series based on Julia Quinn's novels set in the competitive world of Regency era London's 'ton' - during the season when debutantes are presented at court. Set in 1813 in an alternate history with a racially integrated London - and centering on the aristocratic Bridgerton family.

S C O O B YWITH. -DOO! LIVING GUIDE TO

SINDY.

SPRINGTIME, 1973

THE DOLL YOU LOVE TO DRESS

FASHION. INTERIORS. BEAUTY. SHOPPING. TRAVEL.

SCOOBY - DOO! Channel: Boomerang Year: 1969 - ongoing | Series: 29 Synopsis: An American animated franchise created by Hanna-Barbera Productions featuring teenagers Fred Jones, Daphne Blake (as above), Velma Dinkley, and Shaggy Rogers, and their talking Great Dane named Scooby-Doo, who solve mysteries involving supposedly supernatural creatures through a series of antics, mishaps and humour.

PICTURE: @sindydollpics

SINDY TV

GUIDE TO

ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES

PICTURE: @sindy_dreaming

SINDY TV

ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES Channel: various Year: 1981-1991 (specials until 2003) | Series: 7 Synopsis: A timeless British television sitcom created and written by John Sullivan. Set in Peckham in south-east London, it centres on ambitious market trader Derek "Del Boy" Trotter (above), his younger brother Rodney and their grandad; The series follows the highs and lows of their life, friendships, love and their attempts to get rich ("Don't worry Rodney. This time next year, we'll be millionaires!").

GUIDE TO

NCIS

PICTURE: Steven Roberts

SINDY TV

NCIS Channel: various Year: 2003 - ongoing | Series: 18 Synopsis: An ongoing American police television series, revolving around a fictional team of special agents from the NCIS (Naval Criminal Investigative Service) combining elements of the military drama and police procedural genres. The series features NCIS Forensic Specialist Abby Sciuto (above).

BY @SINDYDOLLPICS

DEAR SINDY...

By Jules from @sindydollpics Start by removing the remaining flakes of paint on the poppers - and then give them a wipe over to remove excess and any surface dust.

Mask the fabric - or use those hole punch reinforcement stickers.

Carefully paint each popper with enamel paint - they may need 2-3 coats. Allow to fully dry between coats

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YOU WILL NEED: Revell Email Color Small Paintbrush Hole Punch Stickers

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...how do I fix my vintage enamel poppers?

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VALENTINE'S

STYLE

#SINDYDRESSER

S H O P P I N G

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w i t h

s i n d y

2 3

4 5 FEBUARY FINDS: VALENTINE' DAY

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1.Paper Chain, from £1.25, DOTTIES MINIATURES/ETSY 2. Napkins, £3.49 for 6, PRETTYMINIATURESSHOP/ETSY 3. Flower Vases, £2.49 each LITTLESNOWDROPSHOP/ETSY 4. Chocolates, £7.50 ODINSMINIATURES/ETSY 5. Retro Cards, from £4 SMALLFUNSHOP/ETSY 6. Cup Cakes, £6.52 HOBBYMINI/ETSY

for 10

Crochet Canto

Crochet Canto: Miniature crochet dollhouse decor, toys, hair clips, art & flowers.

Handmade in Bulgaria. www.etsy.com/shop/CrochetCanto @crochetcanto

T R A V E L w i t h

S i n d y

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND

@DRESSLIKEASINDY Edinburgh is Scotland's compact capital. With a medieval Old Town and elegant Georgian New Town with gardens and neoclassical buildings.

Looming over the city is Edinburgh Castle, home to Scotland’s crown jewels and the Stone of Destiny, used in the coronation of Scottish rulers.

Arthur’s Seat is an imposing peak in Holyrood Park with sweeping views.

SLEEP: The Balmoral Hotel at No.1 Princes Street EAT: MUMS Great Comfort Food at 4A Forrest Road TAKAWAY: Mary's Milk Bar at 19 Grassmarket VISIT: Edinburgh Castle at Castlehill VISIT: Camera Obscura & World of Illusions at Castlehill, Royal Mile SHOP: Royal Mile (it's actually one mile & 107 yards long) MAM'SELLE MAGAZINE | 41

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#VINTAGESINDY

ROMANCE 'N' ROSES SINDY 1986 The 1986 Emanuel designed collection included this Romance and Roses Sindy. Specially created by the royal designers, David and Elizabeth Emanuel, Sindy came wearing this exquisite offwhite organza gown supported by a net underskirt. With a strapless bodice, oversized see-through puff sleeves all adorned with lace, ribbon trimming and tiny embroidered pink flower buds. Sindy also came with a basket of roses, Sindy rose stickers, a notepad and pencils. Pure romance.

@POPPYPARKER_SUNDAY www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SundayLoveby

SundayLoveby

MODERN DOLLHOUSE MINIATURES www.etsy.com/shop/SmallFunShop @smallfunshop