depends on how " minty" you want them to remain.Grade 5-9-A remarkably honest picture of life in a Yup'ik Eskimo village in 1890 that pulls no punches. that was only done for packaging and may be removed for " play". And the most patient, as she withstands all demonstrations of affection from all ages!Ī side note.I've read mention of different parts of GOML Outfits or braids being attached to the main costume. I love her, she is definitely the most cuddly of all the GOMLs. Now, Minuk's hand is too tiny for this detail, and the omission is very forgivable. That's not possible unless the fur is removed from the skin, and the fur us needed for warmth.
Alaskan native winter mittens don't have individual fingers. The tiniest braids come from her part, along the hairline and merge with the larger side braids. The plush faux fur used to create her tribal regalia is the finest and highest quality. But look closer! There is the tiniest of trim between each different 'skin'! How did they accomplish that intricate piece of detailing? Her parka, again, is historically accurate. Much like Apache leggings are worn, which creates the look of an European idea of a boot. Yupik moccasins are worn on the foot, and a top made of fur is wrapped around the ankle and calf, then tied on. Her boots, as tradition dictates, is in 2 pieces. Compared to others in the collection, Minuk's costume is put together quite cheaply. One thing I found annoying: her braids are stitched to the front of the jacket.Ĭ for the book, because I personally didn't like it, and B- for the doll-it's a great concept (an Alaskan doll is quite unique!), but poor execution, particularly in the costume. Minuk also has lovely beaded earrings (her only ornamentation, besides the tassels on her back) and glossy black braids. All put together though, it looks impressive. You can't tell they're two pieces until you actually hand-examine the outfit. The fur part is one piece, and the actual boot is a fake leather moccasin. She also has removable mittens, simply a pocket-shaped piece of fur (which are difficult to get back onto splayed fingers) and her boots are in two pieces (again attesting to the relative cheapness of this outfit). The hood is removable to show off Minuk's braids.
The jacket comes down low and covers the entire arm, as well as having a hood. The boots hide this but it is definitely a flaw compared to the rest of the collection. The leggings come down to the tops of the boots but are cut off abruptly, with no finishing whatsoever. Minuk is definitely the least-decorated of the dolls. The doll is very pretty but to someone who loves pretty dresses, her fur costume is uninteresting.
Also, there are a couple of mentions given to menstruation and other topics suitable for older girls, the target audience. It was extremely well-researched but I found Minuk to be an irritating character.
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