My name is David Gust and I live on Lake Michigan in the Indiana National Lakeshore with my cats, "Big Kitty" and "Chuck".  Let's just say that I am "middle aged".  I recently became disabled and needed something to keep me away from the TV all day.  I have always been artistically inclined, but never worked in the Arts.  By trade I was a Baker and Caterer, and have been in the Food and Beverage industry for many years.   I dabbled with Polymer Clay a bit, and found that I liked to do faces.  I soon found myself surronded by a lot of heads with no bodies.  A good friend suggested that I make Dolls.  Well, I didn't have any idea of how to start, so I got on the internet and looked for sites on "doll making" and my options.  I found a wonderful site called Doll Makers Journey and found some great ideas.  I had never really sewn anything more than a button or straight lines before.  But I persevered and figured out how to use a sewing machine.  I started using other artists patterns, but I soon figured out how to make my own.  I use mostly vintage fabrics that I find at yard sales, on-line auctions or from friends.  When I have to buy new fabrics I only use the best quality silks, satins and leathers.  Vintage costume jewelery and trims help finish off each of my creations.  I hope you enjoy my Dolls as much as I enjoy making them!