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Welcome, my name is Sylvia Smiser. I am a self taught artist. I enjoy creating one of a kind art dolls and sculpted figures. Vintage Halloween styled artwork and Dia de los Muertos art dolls is what comes naturally to me and what I am most passionate about creating. I am a proud member of the wonderful art groups EHAG (Eclectic Halloween Artists Guild) and PFATT (Primitive Folk Art Talk & Tea). I am a participating artist at Ghoultide Gathering. I am honored to have been published in Art Doll Quarterly, Dolls magazine, Somerset Studio Gallery and Celebrate 365 Magazine. I am also a Physical Therapist and Mama to 15 year old Boy/Girl Twins. My husband is a wonderful man who is very supportive of my art and together with our two doggy fur kids we make one happy, busy family.
Showing posts with label Folk Art. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Folk Art. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Anaboo Creations' BLACK FRIDAY SALE starts Today


Starting today everything in my ETSY shop is 25% off with the coupon code: THANKS25. 
That's right EVERYTHING! 
If you are looking for something unique for yourself or that special someone, come on by and take a peak. 

Happy Thanksgiving! 
~ Sylvia



Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Extra! Extra! Read All About It! The Ghoultide Gathering Website Has Been Updated With This Year's List Of Exhibiting Artists And Guess Who Is On The List...


Good Morning Friends! 

As some of you may know I look forward to attending the Ghoultide Gathering every year! 
In year's past I have even shared some photos from the show. 
Because for those that cannot go, you should at least get a peak of the magic created at the Ghoultide Gathering. There are so many outstanding artists in this show sharing their one of a kind creations that you feel like a kid in a candy store!

Scott Smith and Bill Gilmore put on an amazing show every year. Just when you think it can't get any better they add something special to make it even more spectacular!

Now for my big news!
Exactly a week ago today I got the most amazing invitation ever!!!

I was invited to be an exhibiting artist at the 8th annual
 Ghoultide Gathering!! 

I am out of my mind excited about this new adventure!!! It will be the experience of a lifetime because it is a dream of a lifetime to be able to be part of creating the magic for this event. 

I hope you will visit the show this year, you will love it! 
Here is the link to the show site if you'd like to learn more and make your plans to come!

Now I've got to run and get busy, busy, busy!!! 
Have a wonderful Day! 
~Sylvia

Monday, March 10, 2014

A New Mini Dia De Los Muertos Mini For This Month's PFATT Marketplace

This month, on the PFATT MArketplace,  I am offering a new mini Dia de los Muertos posable doll.  She is a wee 5 1/2 inches tall, including her flowers.  
She is dressed in antique fabric, lace, and ribbon. 
This little sweetie has already found a new home but I am currently working on a couple of my larger Catrina, Dia de los Muertos dolls that I hope to have done by the EHAG emporium, on the 31st. 
Thank you for stopping by to take a look at my newest little creation. 
~Sylvia


Friday, February 28, 2014

IT'S ALIVE!!! Frankenstein's Monster for the February EHAG Emporium

Welcome one and all. 
Today is very special because it's my first EHAG Emporium as an EHAG artist.
I thought I would share with you what I have created for this months EHAG Emporium.





Boris Karloff as Frankenstein's Monster was my inspiration for this one of a kind piece. 
I hope you like him. He will be available in my ETSY shop at EHAG Emporium time, 9 PM Eastern time on February 28, 2014.




Sunday, February 2, 2014

Wonderful Things Already Happening in 2014 for Anaboo Creations!


I am so pleased to announce that on January 31, 2014, I was invited to become an artist member of the Eclectic Halloween Artist Guild!

I have admired the talented artists of EHAG for many years. To become a part of this massively talented group is a dream come true. 

I will be working extra hard to ensure that I will be an asset to EHAG. 
I hope you will tune in over the next several months to see my new works. 

A Big Thank you to all of you that have always supported my artistic endeavors!

Have a Wonderful Day!
~Sylvia




Wednesday, June 5, 2013

New Catrina Day of the Dead Art Doll on EBAY

    Hi everyone! 
I just wanted to share my latest Day of the Dead/ Dia de los Muertos Art Doll.
Her name is Valentina Muerte and you can find her and her story on EBAY. 




Quetzalcoatl, the Aztec feathered serpent.





Friday, May 10, 2013

The PFATT Marketplace is open! Jasper is my offering this month.

Hi everyone and welcome!  Today is the 10th of May and the PFATT Marketplace has updated. My offering this month is sweet Jasper. Here are some photos from his GQ photoshoot ;)
Head shot, teehee.






Here is the link to find out more.

Jasper and I would like to thank you for stopping by. 
Have a wonderful day!
~Sylvia~

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Meet Little Wolfgang A. Moonzart

This little guy is a one of a kind art doll that would be a perfect as a guest at a Halloween Dollhouse or hanging out on a Halloween tree. He is only 5 3/4 inches tall.
He loves music...

He especially likes to dance!


He was created with bendable arms and legs so he can easily show off his fancy dance moves.


We had great fun dancing through this photoshoot!


He is currently available on EBAY. His auction will end Sunday evening April 28th.
Here is the link so you can see more photos of this charming little guy in action.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

A New "Dollhouse" Sized Ghost and Penelope Pumpkin Art Dolls Now on EBAY

Hello everyone, as you are all may know I am always in the Halloween Spirit but lately our warm Spring days have become cooler and it really revs up my Halloween heart.  
I wanted to share a couple of new art dolls I have listed on EBAY.
The first is a little ghost that would love to come haunt your Halloween tree or HauntednDollhouse. He is a mere 6 inches tall. 

Here are a couple of fun photography shots of him.



His auction ends on Sunday evening 4/21/13.
Here is his link if you'd like to check him out.

Also ending this Sunday 4/21/13 on EBAY is Miss Penelope Pumpkin



Thank you for coming by to see what's new.
~Sylvia





Saturday, April 13, 2013

Brigitte Bonedot is My Newest Catrina. Her Auction Ends Tomorrow on EBAY

Good evening! 
I would like you to meet Ms. Brigitte Bonedot.  


She is currently available on EBAY.
Her auction ends tomorrow night so if you are interested come see her on EBAY.




Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Sylvia

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Meet Miss Penelope Pumpkin, She is Making Her Official Debut Today On The PFATT Marketplace

Good Morning everyone, I'd like you to meet Miss Penelope Pumpkin. 


She is ready to share her yummy basket full of treats with you.


She loves her new frock and is excited to show it off.


She especially loves the two little dainty buttons in the back.


I hope you will come by and say hello.  She is a little shy at first but once you get to know her you will have a friend for life. 


Penelope will be available for purchase once the PFATT Marketplace updates today at 10 P.M. Pacific time, Noon Central and 1 P.M. Eastern time. 
Just click on the link below to go there.
Have a wonderful day!
~Sylvia

Sunday, September 2, 2012

Mr. and Mrs. Frankenstein's Monsters Minis!


Happy Labor day! 
I just wanted to share with all of you my latest two creations. 
Mr and Mrs. Frankenstein's Monster. 
~Sold~
These are the first two in a series of minis that are between 5-5 1/2 inches tall.  These little ones are part clay and part cloth. Their heads are a polymer clay sculpt, (Just learning how to use this type of clay) and their bodies are cloth over a wire armature.  In this photo they are standing in doll stands but they are posable and can sit if preferred.  
Up next, I am working on a black Halloween Parade Kitty and an Old Wicked Witch, also both minis. 
Thank you for stopping by, you are always welcome here.
Sylvia 

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

I'd like you to meet Betty Barn Owl, created for the EHAG/PFATT "Screampunk" Art Challenge.

Hello Friends, I'd like to introduce you to Ms. Betty Barn Owl.  Betty has faced many challenges in her life but she has emerged a survivor with a strong and loyal spirit.
She is my "Screampunk" Art Challenge piece.  This art challenge was created for the members of both PFATT and EHAG art groups.  The challenge was to create a piece that combines Steampunk and Halloween! 




This challenge was so much fun! 
Betty will be available on EBAY starting tonight.  Her auction will end Sunday night. 
I hope you will stop by and read the story of how she became a Magical Owl.
CLICK HERE to go to her auction.

My Inspiration.

Please make sure you look up Screampunk on EBAY and check out the EHAG emporium on the 31st for more challenge pieces by several of my super talented artist friends.
I feel very fortunate to be included as all of the challenge pieces I have seen are amazing! 
Have a wonderful week! 
Sylvia : )