2018 has been an incredible year on the blog, and I'm so glad I was able to spend it here with you! The year began by meeting Luciana Vega! Every time I see her, it's as if I'm transported back to January 1st, feeling the same excitement we will all share in tomorrow with Blaire. Luciana opened up so many opportunities throughout the past year, and I couldn't be more thankful. In April, I shared my space-themed collaboration with Little Gloriana, then we announced our very fi

Whether it's a big win or a new friend- there's still more to celebrate at the Doll STEM Camp Farewell Party! After the awards ceremony, the campers gather again for a farewell party to say goodbyes and congratulate the winning teams. They enjoy festivities, food, and most importantly, friendship! Of course, no occasion is complete without fun party attire. In honor of the event, Let's make our dolls their very own galaxy party hats! Materials: Scrapbook paper Doll Party Hat

Up in space, astronauts can't run to the grocery store for food like we do here on earth, so what is their alternative to create a healthy meal? They use fresh greens, grown right from a hydroponic garden! Hydroponics (the process of using water to grow plants) plays a big role in space exploration. There is no soil for plants in space, so hydroponics has become the popular substitute! Astronauts study, observe, and eat the greens they grow. The plants also help to provide ox

Freeze-dried Ice cream is one of the most popular space treats, but believe it or not, astronauts cannot eat it in outer space! The snack is too crumbly and floating particles can cause damage to the delicate parts of a rocket. Your doll will need energy to complete her missions, and since astronaut ice cream isn’t allowed on board, why not give full freeze-dried meals a try? It may seem unappetizing to take a bite of dehydrated mac-and-cheese, however, space food has actuall

When we hear the word 'telescope', most think of a shiny, sleek tube pointed toward the sky on a tall tripod. However, times change, and so have telescopes! In fact, the first telescope is far different from one Luciana might have used at Space Camp. The very first telescope recorded in history was created by Hans Lippershey, an eyeglass maker from the Netherlands. Originally, he used it ”for seeing things far away as if they were nearby”. Hans hoped to receive a patent (an o

It's been an amazing Check-In Week at Doll STEM Camp 2018! This week's focus was helping your doll settle in, meet new friends, and maybe even pick out a souvenir or two! Each Sunday, we'll be sharing a recap of the week, along with the fabulous photos that our campers send in. If you missed a craft, no worries! Check here for a full list of the Check-In activities. Crafts from Week 1: Check-In Doll Lanyard Space Bed and Bedding Doll STEM Camp Gift Shop Let's see what your do

Now that your doll has registered at STEM Camp, it's time to take the next step to help her settle in for the summer! There's one thing that all campers look forward to- choosing their bunk and adding their own special touch. When Luciana visited Space Camp, she and her teammates slept in sleek, metal bunk beds, much like the ones below. The bunk room is an important place where teammates not only rest, but bond together and dream about the challenges in store for them at cam

Welcome to Doll STEM Camp 2018!! The day is finally here! Are you ready to join us on our mission as we craft, create, and inspire? We are super excited to have you aboard. There are so many fun activities planned; we can’t wait to start! Remember, as we share activities with you, be inspired to make it your own. You may prefer to do one craft, or all of them! There is no right or wrong way when crafting- improvise and create using what works best for YOU. All systems "go" fo

I can't think of a better way to celebrate the launch of Doll STEM Camp 2018 than with an interview featuring the amazing author who sparked not only my interest in STEM, but also the interest of girls everywhere- Erin Teagan! It was an honor to have talked with Erin and receive her insight on STEM topics. Before Luciana debuted, I was really unaware of how fascinating space and science could be. However, after reading Luciana's books, I developed a curiosity to learn more ab

Ready to grow in science? Then today's sneak peek is just for you! Here's your first look at the hydroponic station we'll be making this summer! Hydroponics (the process of using water to grow plants) plays a big role in space exploration. There is no soil for plants in space, so hydroponics has become the popular alternative! Astronauts study, observe, and eat the greens they grow. The plants also help to provide oxygen inside the space station! The lights give these photos

Doll STEM Camp 2018 is only two weeks away! Is your doll all packed and prepared for the ultimate STEM summer? Having trouble deciding on what to take along? We've got you covered! The Doll STEM Camp Counselors are excited to present you with a fun giveaway featuring just the thing to complete your doll's camp wardrobe. We are giving away signature Doll STEM Camp 2018 shirts to THREE special campers! Our amazing sponsor, Elite Doll World, has created these adorable doll shirt

As the days get closer to summer, girls everywhere begin packing their bags for an adventure at camp. Whether it's a day in the outdoors or exploring in the arts, each camp offers something unique. And if you're an American Girl fan, you might even be spending a week in Alabama for the famous Huntsville Space Camp- definitely the popular place to spend summer vacation! But wouldn't it be fun if girls everywhere could have the same camp experience- without leaving the comfort

*Update - The winner has been announced! Visit our channel for full details, and be on the lookout for more giveaways coming soon. Time has flown by- our first year on Youtube has been so much fun! Dollbaker24 and I have loved watching the Doll Days Channel grow. February marked one year since Dollbaker24 published her very first video, so we want to thank all of her subscribers by celebrating with a giveaway! The out-of-this-world prize package includes one "Reach for the St

Luciana and her pals are working hard to become future astronauts, but they'll need something tasty to fuel their creative energy! Whether your doll is traveling to Mars, or just hungry for a snack, these doll-sized astronaut treats are out-of-this-world for sure! Ready to make your own freeze-dried food? Materials:​ Modeling clay (Mint, Brown, White, Red, and Pink) Glue stick Scissors Skewer or clay tools Space Ice Cream Printable To access the free printable, click on the i

Valentines Day is quickly approaching, and you know what that means... Show your love for American Girl by passing out these free, Luciana Vega Valentines! If you know me, I'm over-the-moon for American Girl's 2018 Girl of the Year, Luciana Vega- a passionate STEM scientist that plans to be the first girl on Mars. Some of you may remember last year's printable AG Valentines, and I had a blast creating these with Luciana as my inspiration! (Did you catch all my space puns ther

Creating bedrooms inspired by American Girl characters is one of my favorite hobbies. I love mixing different pieces from around the dollhouse to make a totally new room! Today, I want to share with you the most recent hangout I've been working on. Welcome to Luciana's Stellar Bedroom! ✨ Originally I planned to use Danielle for this shoot. She's Truly Me #66, almost identical to the 2018 Girl of the Year, Luciana Vega. However, on January 5th, a future astronaut (who just ha

*Update - 12/28/17 9:41 A.M. The reveal mission is complete! Luciana has known been made known to the public. Following the reveal, ABC published an article containing photos of Luciana and comments from the American Girl Team. "American Girl's 2018 girl of the year is Luciana Vega, an 11-year-old "aspiring astronaut who dreams of being the first person to go to Mars," the wildly popular doll makers said in a statement unveiling the new character. "Luciana is our first charac

A mysterious box containing images of the new full sized GOTY 2018 Doll, Luciana Vega, was leaked on Instagram this morning! Wow... This day surely came sooner than expected- in previous years, the new Girl of The Year doesn't leak until December! 😂 However, that is usually the case for stock photos- this image is on the back of Luciana's Pet box, giving us a sneak peek at AG's newest character in production. 😉 The following images are courtesy of @Agupdatnews. Here she is