#body acceptance
Shared this video with our Patrons last month, thought Tumblr might like to see it now too ♥
“We started filming at 8 am and didn’t leave til like 5 in the afternoon… we had some outtakes, and clips we had taken ahead of time that we never did get to use. So, enjoy our chaos.
I should have made this video a long time ago. I was so busy during the Kickstarter run, and then after the Kickstarter ended, I just didn’t want to look at the clips. It felt bad, it hurt. When filming I was so excited, I kept telling myself “Wow! This is really happening! Almost a year of working on this, and we’re finally making the video, and soon it will go live and all my dreams will come true!"I was a little too optimistic I guess.
We had so many struggles in our first year, after multiple companies charging thousands of dollars for prototypes they didn’t deliver. To having to throw together a dress for the doll literally the night before because the seamstress used WAY too thick of a fabric. To even having to edit the video at the very last second because I was just not happy with the way it was being done. Even right before the trip, we were contacted by a company that claimed to work with a shark from shark tank, told us for $20,000 they would take care of EVERYTHING and gave us links to (successful) Kickstarters they claimed to have worked with. And we almost believed them.
But even after all that, I am proud of what we did accomplish. Even if we had to do a bit of ‘starting over’ now. We did good. And we learned a lot, so now we’re prepared to be even better.
The future of Curvy Girls is looking brighter than ever. And that’s really why I was now able to go back, because these clips no longer make me sad from what could have been. They’re now a stepping stone on the path of what is going to be.
And I’m excited.”
-Joleen ♥
Patreon is a big part of Curvy Girls becoming a reality.
We share our ideas, plans & updates, as well as twice monthly 3D updates from @rap1993 and occasionally character sketches from @trufflesmushroom
We’re also 24% to our 3D printing goal! Once we reach that we will be making new prototypes of ALL our dolls, and looking to our community for help! (I can sew..but not well lol!)
And a percentage of our earnings each month goes to our amazing artists ❤ Join for as little as $1 a month
patreon.com/curvygirlsdolls
Whaaat?Curvygirlsdolls.com is up! We got leggings, stickers, phone cases, prints and more! ❤
We also have a blog that we will be using to talk about body positivity, updates on our dolls and also guest writing and stories from you! (If interested in guest blogging check the website!) All funds from the merch shop to getting the dolls made!And patrons get 5% & 10% off coupon codes every month!
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Hey- y'all remember when we posted that we’re looking for someone to join the team? Well, we found someone! That someone is @rap1993 who is sculpting Curvy Girls Dolls! (In fact, she’s already started and you can get updates on her sculpt work twice a month on our Patreon!) Welcome Rebekah to the team! A wonderful addition! Show her some love and see her dolls on her page! ❤
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You’ve probably been wondering what we have been working on since the canceled Kickstarter. Well, we have reevaluated a lot and I’ll lay some of it out in different posts. We were told by our initial manufacturer that it would go from idea to doll in hand in 6 months. Long story, short: scam. We never received anything from him but during that time we rushed on everything to meet that 6 month target. Even our logo was rushed. So first, here is our new logo. We removed the curvy girl because we don’t want to show preference to any doll or race of doll, etc.
This is still very much happening.
-CFO Bridget
And we can still use your support: https://www.patreon.com/curvygirlsdolls
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Today we mourn the passing of my two weeks of Christmas/New Year leave. So I’m stepping back into work today in all black. This dress, while basic, is such an excellent wardrobe staple, also it has pockets. The dress (size XL) and necklace are both from Taking Shape.
Still working those summer time vibes. Love this boho sundresses in this summer’s hottest colour khaki (I don’t know why it’s such a hot colour this season but it is everywhere). The dress is from Autograph in size 26 and the cover up is also from Autograph in size XXL.
A special weekday slay today! I’m still on holidays until Monday, but this being a weekday I thought I’d show what I’m slaying today. I am at the Splash Bar T the beautiful Ville resort. This is the first time I’ve posted a picture of myself in a swimsuit on the internet. It’s a big step in my body positivity. Anyway the tankini top is from Autograph in size 26 the shorts are from Taking Shape size XL.
Hippy dress that’s five sizes too big ☑️
Arms out ☑️
Bras worn 0️⃣
Fucks given 0️⃣
Welcome to holiday weekday slay! It’s so freaking hot here today and I’ve been outside all day. Fat girls deserve to be cool and comfortable too, not always hiding behind layers of fabric, cardigans, cover ups!
Bold stripes today! I am loving this top from Taking Shape (size 24). The fabric is light and soft and the colours of the print are just gorgeous. It is a little short in the front, so I can’t lift my arms up or it turns into a crop top. The joys of being tall and plus size.
A simple, chic look for today. Just keeping it cool because the air con at work has been failing with some regularity. I love the simplicity of this dress, but the detail at the neck and the hanky hem add some interest. The dress is from Taking Shape in size 24. I’ve paired it with a simple blue ballet flat, which I think are adorable with the crisscross ankle straps. The shoes are from Katie n Me in size 13.
- support fat girls with weird curves
- support fat girls with no butt
- support fat girls with small boobs
- dont just support the hour glass/big booty “acceptable” fat girl
This is why I do this blog! I have weird curves and small boobs! I think it’s important to be visible, to shout out hey I’m here, I’m unacceptable and I can still enjoy clothing and fashion.
First slay from my new house! The walk in wardrobe is making it both easier and harder to put outfits together.
Love this top from Autograph (size 26) with its faux lacework accented by bell sleeves and eyelash lace on the cuffs. The trousers are brand new palazzo pants from Yours Clothing (size 26-28). So comfortable in this hot weather.
“BODY EMPOWERMENT”
2014 Summer Series: Episode TWO
Hosted & Produced by Caroline Rothstein
Filmed & Edited by Kieran Najita
About BODY EMPOWERMENT:
Founded in 2008, “Body Empowerment” is hosted and produced by NYC-based writer, performer, body empowerment advocate, and educator Caroline Rothstein. In an effort to promote eating disorder awareness, prevention, and recovery, as well as promote positive body image worldwide, Caroline shares her own recovery stories - both the challenges and triumphs - as well as the ways in which we can empower our bodies and selves on emotional and mental levels.
New episodes of the 2014 summer series air every Tuesday through August 2014.
Caroline welcomes and encourages viewer comments, questions, and video topic requests.
Spread the word - we all deserve a lifetime of empowerment!
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Amanda Palmer, on Twitter, after seeing this advert and getting very sad:
i don’t have a tumblr account (i’m sorting that), but if i did i’d put that photo up there. do it for me. it’ll make me feel better.
And, well, I have a Tumblr…
You can follow the conversation about the photograph, advertising, age, freedom, independence, body hair etc. via a lot of retweets at https://twitter.com/amandapalmer
And you can talk about it here.
“brave & sexy are in the mind, not on the leg or under the pits.”
This ad is, for lack of a better term, gross.
Are you fucking kidding me?
Because it’s such a great idea to even further stigmatize normal bodies, especially when you’re dealing with adolescent females who are already being told that almost every aspect of their body isn’t good enough. So yeah, imply to them to that their body hair is gross and they need to remove that shit, yo.
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I have sooo many pictures that I will have to upload later, but I wanted to give you guys a little taste of my vacation!
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Dorothy Perkins Navy Stripe Bardot Dress £10
In the picture I am wearing a size UK 18. I love this dress. It is so comfortable. I had to shorten the straps a little at the top as my boobs are a little too high and left it slightly baggy. I got it for £12 in the shop so very happy to share this one with you for just £10!
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this blog 100% supports chubby tummies, arms, and thighs
Yes! That’s right I love all of it! ❤️
