Beniaka the Yeolume

[KiraKira]

I think Yeolume is quite the little cutie. I had wanted one ever since she was released, but only managed to get one this year. I bought a second-hand PODO, however there was just something about her face-up that left me wanting when I received her.

I don't normally do faceups, because every single time in the past, I just hated how it turned out. Then I'd have to send off my doll's head to a customizer. Not saying that still won't happen.

But this time, I think I actually did a decent face-up. Not perfect, but it's something I can live with.

Here's Beniaka, my little Yeolume custom.




Progress photo--


I wanted her to have a little smile, so I carved a tiny bit into her lips. I'm especially happy with how her lips came out, and the little bit of blush on her cheeks. The brows and lashes also need more work.

I didn't like her stock body at first, since it's really limited in posing, but I'm beginning to not mind it so much now. The only thing I find really annoying is how her head seems so "spinny" on her neck. I'll have her facing one way, and then the next thing I know, she's facing a totally different direction. So...

Up next--
1) I need to teflon tape her neck area to see if that helps.
2) Maybe a change of eyechips...I like dark eyes, but when her eyes are looking forward, there is just so much black that she looks like an alien. Or a shark.
3) Tweak her lashes and brows.


Thanks for looking!

[Missy_Crane]

Aw, what a little cutiepie!

The shape of her eyes is beautiful with that wig and the peachy shade of her blush she reminds me of a small Veritas!

[KiraKira]

Aw, what a little cutiepie!

The shape of her eyes is beautiful with that wig and the peachy shade of her blush she reminds me of a small Veritas!

Thanks, and I'm so glad you said this, because in my doll family, Beniaka is Nanami's (the Veritas) kid sister.

[Miss Edith]

she is beautiful Shann, you did a wonderful job ! I love her mouth, her entire faceup and I had the same thought before I read the comments-- mini Veritas. I also love the wig you chose and the dress you (no doubt) made - and I agree about the eyes I am not just copying you word for word, I promise Just a little lighter so they stand out from the makeup and fringe.

It must be SO satisfying to have such a gorgeous girl and you did it all !!

[Cornflower Blue]

She is a cutie!

[AliceMR]

Really well done! The wig you chose really suits her new customized faceup

[KiraKira]

she is beautiful Shann, you did a wonderful job ! I love her mouth, her entire faceup and I had the same thought before I read the comments-- mini Veritas. I also love the wig you chose and the dress you (no doubt) made - and I agree about the eyes I am not just copying you word for word, I promise Just a little lighter so they stand out from the makeup and fringe.

It must be SO satisfying to have such a gorgeous girl and you did it all !!

Thanks, Deb. I unfortunately cannot take credit for the dress; I bought it from another boardie here a couple years ago, and it's still going strong, so whoever made it is a really good seamstress. Any eye-color suggestions?

She is a cutie!

Really well done! The wig you chose really suits her new customized faceup

Thank you for the kind words.

[Alliecat]

I still would not ever even try a faceup; I'm sure I would make a mess. I admire the efforts of people who can do nice ones. She is cute -- I think you did a good job. (And I don't think she looks like an alien )

[Lilcurly]

You did a great job, she's really sweet <3

[Severity]

Ahhhh she is so adorable!
I like green eyes. :3

[Miss Edith]

hmm, my 1st thought for eyes is a pale brown/gold.Not only would they blend with her faceup but if she is going to wear that dress for a while they would match the red & yellow hearts
And as you probably remember, my go to eye colour is green. Also match the dress and blend nicely with the natural face.I was going to be all clever and suggest some of your chips by name but your store is out of stock !

[Chihiro]

Wonderful job, she's adorable

[Jandr0]

I don't like Yeolume, but your custom it's very beautiful

[myufish]

i LOVE her happy smile

[beajjai033]

I like her hair, and her natural looking faceup