tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3421496889059027572024-03-18T02:48:51.778-07:00Dolly CareBecause dolls need love, too!Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-15701510028705350122013-02-05T00:02:00.004-08:002013-02-09T22:06:48.148-08:00Roxy is back.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Let's make DollyCare awesome again :O!<br />
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Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-44104200994129358782012-05-16T02:40:00.004-07:002012-05-16T02:54:35.050-07:00A Note on BJDS<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><strong>My favorite Bratz Boyz:</strong> Iden and Etian</td></tr>
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DollyCare will now cover ball-jointed dolls (BJDs) <em>alongside </em>vinyl dolls. Since I love my collection of vinyl fashion dolls <em>just as much</em> as I love my BJDs, I will not play favorites.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My First BJD: Darcy</td></tr>
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I added BJDs to this blog because newer vinyl dolls, such as Monster High, and Moxie Teens, are made to pose and resemble these super-customizeable East Asian specialty dolls. Popular American companies are already producing BJDs: Tonner introduced Delilah Noir, and revamped two of their most popular lines (Ellowyne and Evangeline Ghastly) with BJD-related innovations.<br />
<br />The poseability and customizability of BJDs bring a fresh influence and perspective to the table, whether you are working with newer dolls or restoring old favorites.<br />
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BJDs have some key differences from the average fashion doll, but also a lot of simularities. Their creative designs gave me some new ideas, and will undoubtedly breathe new life into your projects :)! I am excited to share these ideas with you, and hope you will welcome my BJDs on this blog as wonderfully as you welcomed my Bratz and Barbies :).<br />
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~ RoxyRoxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-7312927712743770842012-05-15T23:32:00.001-07:002013-02-05T04:35:16.934-08:00Buying Guide: 12 Ways to Save Money on a BJD<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Aside from Bratz and Barbies, I also collect BJDs. Left to Right:<br />
Reza, Avram, Darcy, and Laurel. This is their first time on my blog, yay! :)</td></tr>
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Ball-jointed dolls are never "cheap." They average between $300-600, and more for premium brands. Does lower cost mean lower quality, damaged goods, illegal activity, or the need for a special membership?<br />
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<strong>No.</strong> These are <strong>myths.</strong> BJD distributors mark-up retail prices to match consumer demand. Mark-ups have less to do with quality, and more to do with <em>trends</em>: today's hot doll is tomorrow's old news. Companies aim to sell dolls at maximum profit <em>while people still want to buy them</em>.<br />
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So it doesn't matter <em>what</em> you buy as much as <em>how</em> you buy it. DollyCare's <strong>"12 Ways to Save Money on a BJD"</strong> features tips I used to save $600+ on my collection. <em>Read on</em> to see all 12, and let me know what you think in the comment space :)!*<br />
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<em><span style="font-size: xx-small;">* Note: DollyCare does not endorse any company! Resin production is bad for the environment, so please reduce waste by buying "used" whenever possible.</span></em><br />
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<strong>1. Get "Unstrung":</strong> Learning to restring your BJD is important maintainence that <em>pays off</em>. Ask how much it costs to buy your <em>dream doll</em> unassembled (i.e. "unstrung," or as a "kit.") This dramatically reduces shipping and handling fees. Make sure the retailer includes the elastic string and s-hooks needed to string your doll--- they are part of the "kit" like any other bodypart.<br />
<strong>Average money saved:</strong> $20-50.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Angel of Dream" default face-up, $35.</td></tr>
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<strong>2. Forget Face-Ups:</strong> The cost of a hand-painted face ("faceup") adds to a BJD's price. Companies charge a premium rate for this service, but the quality often doesn't justify the cost. Companies cycle through several artists in a short time, so your doll's face might not resemble sales images. Besides, company face-ups are often plain, generic, or low-quality! Many collectors eventually redo them anyway. Sometimes, an amateur face-up Blank dolls cost less and ship faster, so buy your doll blank--- and send the head off to an experienced, professional face-up artist. The face-up will last longer (and usually looks better).<br />
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<strong>Average money saved:</strong> $15-50</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">If you request "no box," your doll<br />
will be shipped in a regular box.</td></tr>
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<strong>3. Don't Buy the Box: </strong>Yes to the <strong><em>Certificate of Authenticity</em></strong>, no to the official box! Boxed dolls cost more to ship than deboxed ones. The box is only useful if you intend to resell the doll. If you request "no box," your doll will be shipped in a regular brown box, wrapped safely inside.<br />
<strong>Average money saved:</strong> $10-40 (if you buy without the box. Always insist on the <strong><em>Certificate</em></strong>!)<br />
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<strong>4. Wait for Holiday Sales:</strong> Many doll companies hold sales over the Winter Holidays--- especially New Year's! Doll prices are reduced 15 to 70%, especially old stock. New dolls are also introduced, sometimes at special low rates.<br />
<strong>Average money saved:</strong> $25-50+<br />
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<strong>5. Buy USED over the Holidays:</strong> Every holiday season, collectors rush to sell their "used" dolls to get money for new ones. The selling frenzy floods the "used market" with a great selection and the lowest prices year-round. This is a <em>cyclical</em> pattern that happens every year between November and January. Take advantage of it :)!<br />
<strong>Average money saved:</strong> $50-100+<br />
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<strong>6. Make a Phonecall:</strong> Whenever possible, phone a doll shop or seller. Haggling works best over the phone, especially if you call early! Prepare your questions, haggling points, and "personal limits" in advance. Call in the morning hours, or the minute the store opens: this is when sales are slowest and the sellers are most attentive. Lunch break (noon) and closing time are the worst times to call.<br />
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<strong>7. Consider "Secret" Sales:</strong> Most doll retailers discretely sell imperfect stock at lower prices than regular stock. Serious factory flaws invalidate "mint condition," even when a doll is new. Manufacturers routinely throw flawed dolls away, but retailers get rid of them in "Secret Sales." These aren't usually advertised on a retailer's website, so politely <em>ask</em> about damaged dolls to see their selection. Contact shops and clearly express interest in buying a "lightly damaged" doll for less money. Common flaws include: rough seamlines, damaged face-up, air bubbles in the resin, dents, stains, discoloration, over-sanding, chips, scratches, yellowing, and over-dremmeled details. No matter what condition the doll is in, a seller must disclose all flaws to you before purchase!<br />
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<strong>8. Buy "Non-Limited":</strong> Limited Editions cost more. They are produced in smaller batches to drive up the demand (and price!). "Non-Limited" dolls are produced in unlimited quantities, and often cost hundreds of dollars less than "limited editions" do. For example, a non-limited "SD13" Volks doll costs around $750, while one of their latest Limited Editions cost $1,500+.<br />
<strong>Average money saved:</strong> $100-750+<br />
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<strong>9. Know Jointing:</strong> Doll companies release many versions of a doll body, and older "single-jointed" ones usually cost less. Jointing systems dramatically impact poseability (and pricetag). <em>Single-jointed</em> dolls have an older style jointing system: they cannot bend their arms and/or legs past 90 degrees. The more single-joints there are, the lower the price. Many single-jointed bodies are outdated merchandise, so collectors rush to sell them whenever newer double-jointed bodies are released. If you aren't sure about a body's jointing, ask the seller to put it in writing. Think carefully how much poseability you expect in a doll, and buy accordingly.<br />
<strong>Average money saved:</strong> $15-200 (if you buy a doll with single-joints)<br />
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<strong>10. Know Age:</strong> Always note <em>which year</em> a BJD was produced. Except for limited editions, older dolls cost less than newer versions. No matter how well a doll is preserved, resin oxidizes ("yellows") with time. Older dolls yellow faster than new ones, and a yellowed doll can lose as much as half its value (more if the yellowing is uneven.) Resin batches also vary from year to year, making it hard for older dolls to find matching parts. Each of these signifigantly decrease the value, and make excellent points for haggling.<br />
<strong>Average money saved:</strong> $50-200 (if you buy a doll older than one year)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My 2005 CustomHouse Ramiel is<br />
an "old" Korean BJD with light<br />
seamlines down her leg.</td></tr>
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<strong>11. Check Seamlines:</strong> Rough, pronounced seamlines along the arms/legs/torso can lower prices! Many collectors consider seamlines unattractive, so most companies either produce seamless dolls or provide "seam sanding" services at an additional charge. If a doll's seams are rough or very visible, it may be that the seller is selling an older model, did not pay for seam sanding, or is selling a doll that was not properly "finished." Note that some dolls inherently have more seamlines than others, such as tan dolls, Korean BJDs, older BJDs, and OOAK art dolls. Even so, obvious, rough, and very noticeable seamlines usually lower the price. <strong>Average money saved:</strong> $10 and up; varies depending on rarity and brand name.<br />
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<strong>12. Consider Buying Overseas:</strong> East Asian pawn shops and auction sites (i.e. Taobao) have many great deals--- if you are careful of currency conversion rates! Even with shipping included, East Asian BJDs usually cost less in their home regions than they do overseas. Some also cost less in Chinese "Yen" or Korean "Won" than in Euros or Dollars. East Asian pawn shops and auction sites feature especially great deals on Japanese BJDs. Many Japanese collectors <em><strong>do not</strong></em> buy stained dolls, which results in sharp mark-downs overseas. This also gives buyers an obvious advantage and haggling point.<br />
<strong>Average money saved:</strong> Varies with currency conversion rates.<br />
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<em>I hope these tips will save you money on these dolls, and possibly other high-end collector favorites! Take your time before buying one: patience will save you more money than any tip on this list. :)</em>Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-40858885799579521352011-07-13T00:00:00.000-07:002011-07-13T00:05:16.349-07:00Clean Marks and Stains<div class="MsoNormal">Whether you’re restoring a doll or recently deboxed one— stains happen. Here’s how to fix the most common ones on vinyl dolls: acrylic and dye stains. Before you removing any stain, wipe your doll down with soap and warm water to remove oils and grime<i>.</i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Note:</b> This tutorial is not recommended for dolls made from non-vinyl materials such as resin or porcelain. Please note the IMPORTANT health and safety warnings in this article, and supervise children and/or pets at all times.</span></i><br />
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<a name='more'></a><b>Acrylic Paint Stains</b><br />
Acrylic paint stains can be flaws in the factory paint job, or result from dabbing acrylic paints on a doll’s body (i.e. fabric paints, nail polish.) Unlike dye stains, acrylic stains sit on top the vinyl, and are easily to remove. The following method should not be used on hard plastic areas (like Barbie’s torso), or on painted areas (like eyes and lips.) This method can easily remove freckles, beauty marks, or your doll's eyes!<br />
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<b>You Will Need</b><br />
<ul><li>Acetone* (nail polish remover with acetone)Alcahol</li>
<li>Baking soda</li>
<li>Bowl</li>
<li>Cloth</li>
<li>Gloves</li>
<li>Q-tip</li>
<li>Stained Doll</li>
<li>Tissue</li>
<li>Warm water</li>
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1. Safety first! Enter a well-ventilated outdoor area. If indoors, open a window or turn on the air conditioning. Put on your gloves, and wear a facial mask if you are regularly exposed to acetone. Do not breathe in or sniff acetone.<br />
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2. Dip a q-tip inside the <i>alcahol</i> bottle. Close the bottle, and gently dab alcahol on the stained area. Wipe the liquid away with the unused side of the q-tip. If the stain is gone, move on to step 4.<br />
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3. If the stain persists, dip a new q-tip into the acetone bottle. Only use a little bit of acetone, too much damages vinyl. Close the acetone to avoid inhaling fumes. Gently dab it on the stained area, rub gently. Wipe off the acetone with the clean end of the q-tip.<br />
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4. Clean your doll. Pour warm water into a bowl, add roughly a ½ table spoon of baking soda and stir. Fold a tissue and dip it inside, then wipe down the parts of your doll that touched the acetone. This removes most chemical residue and bad smells.<br />
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Since some residue might remain, please do not lick the doll or put it in your mouth… or give it to anyone who might *wink*.<br />
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5. Enjoy your new stain-free doll!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">* IMPORTANT: Acetone is an active ingredient in nail polish remover and paint thinner. It's flammable, evaporates quickly, and is also a groundwater containment. Inhaling and touching it can irritate skin or your respiratory tract. Please do not pour it down the drain or leave the bottle open. Share your bottle with friends to reduce waste. For more information on acetone, <a href="http://toxtown.nlm.nih.gov/text_version/chemicals.php?id=1">see the National Health Institute's website</a>.</span><br />
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<b>Dye stains</b><br />
Dye stains can result from leaving dolls in dark or strongly dyed fabrics—or after someone scribbles over it with pens and markers! Dye stains are annoying to remove, but can be eliminated with a little patience. This process bleaches the stain out of the vinyl, and might discolor it (be careful!)<br />
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<b>You Will Need</b><br />
<ul><li>Cloth (non-dyed)</li>
<li>Pimple Cream (with 10% Benzyl peroxide*)</li>
<li>Stained Doll</li>
<li>Sunlight</li>
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1. Smear a layer of pimple cream on the stained area of your doll. Do not rub it on unstrained areas.<br />
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2. Place your doll in direct sunlight to speed up the bleaching. Protect its hair and face from damage by covering them with a non-dyed cloth. If the stain is on the face, cover the unstrained potion with a cloth.<br />
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3. Sunlight is not a must. If you fear sunlight will damage your doll, or have no sunlight available, put your doll in a place where it will not be disturbed (such as in a box in the closet, or under your bed.) This takes longer, but is far less damaging.<br />
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4. When the pimple cream starts to turn white and flake off, wash it off with lukewarm water and re-apply. Repeat steps 1-3.<br />
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5. Depending on the age and severity of the stain, removal takes anywhere from weeks to months. Don’t give up! Severe stains –will- lighten with this process, but may not vanish entirely. Sunlight bleaches vinyl, and can damage some dolls. Do not leave your doll in humid environments, and please bring irreplaceable or high-value collectibles to a restoration expert.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">* IMPORTANT: Benzyl peroxide is not derived from animals, although it is very difficult to find a benzyl peroxide pimple cream that isn’t tested on animals (<a href="http://www.leapingbunny.org/indexcus.php">Leaping Bunny</a>, <a href="http://www.peta.org/living/beauty-and-personal-care/companies/default.aspx">Caring Consumer</a>, and the <a href="http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/">Skin Deep Cosmetic Safety Database</a> do not list any yet, but check back for updates!) For more health information on benzyl peroxide, please <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000030/">visit the National Health Institute's website</a>.</span></div>Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-85944063266993203122011-04-18T01:08:00.000-07:002011-04-18T20:09:34.095-07:00Doll Photography: Make a Lightbox<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Melvin sitting in my lightbox, un-photoshopped</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Lightboxes mimic natural daylight and allow dolls to stand against a backdrop of your choice. They eliminate bad lighting and distracting scenery, bringing out the best in your subject. Lightbox pictures look crisp and professional, making them ideal for selling products... and even better for posting beautiful doll pictures online!<br />
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You can buy a lightbox online for over $100, or make your own "Free Lightbox" with DollyCare's tutorial...<br />
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<ul><li>Large cardboard box (for your doll to stand in)</li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From left to right: Kanekalon wig hair, DollyHair curly saran, and RestoreDoll nylon </td></tr>
</tbody></table>Since I'm on a "hair" roll, here's a list of trustworthy sources for doll hair! This might also come in handy for people who want to make doll-size wigs. This is an overview of the upsides, downsides, and pricing options for various services I've dealt with and ordered from!<br />
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If a service isn't listed, or you have any warnings/advice/good experiences, <a href="mailto:dollycaremail@yahoo.com">please tell me about it</a>.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of my old Halloween wigs (kanekelon fiber)</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">Old Wigs</span><br />
Recycling old wigs is the most sustainable option for doll hair. Thrift stores stock them during Halloween and other costume festivals. These wigs are only worn once or twice and donated immediately after, making them cleaner than the hats you find in retail shops. Your friends and family may also have old wigs they want to give away, so ask around for free doll hair!<br />
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<b>Upside:</b> Sustainable and inexpensive. One wig is enough to reroot an entire Bratz or Barbie doll.<br />
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<b>Downside:</b> Small selection, hair may be bad quality. Kanekelon hair used for costume wigs is usually low quality, while fibers used for realistic hairpieces are higher quality. Tokyokalon and saran hairpieces are best. Avoid wigs that feel dry to the touch, and check the ends of the hair for tangles, texture, and frizz. Avoid clown wigs/costume afro wigs, as they are cheaply made and impossible to style.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A regular RestoreDoll Nylon Hank</td></tr>
</tbody></table><a href="http://restoredoll.com/"><span style="font-size: large;">RestoreDoll.com</span></a><br />
Restore Doll is an American small business based in Texas, and operated by the Gray Agency (Kathy Gray and her family.) They sell synthetic hair and doll repair kits, and also distribute the Katsilk product line (note there is no silk in Katsilk hair or flock, just nylon). Their site features a <a href="http://www.restoredoll.com/HowtoReflock.html">helpful flocking tutorial</a> and <a href="http://www.restoredoll.com/DollRestorationTips.html">general doll restoration tips</a>, as well as a <a href="http://site.restoredoll.com/CustomersProjects.html">gallery of customers’ completed projects</a>. This site is especially geared towards Barbie and Blythe collectors.<br />
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<i>My experiences with RestoreDoll are positive.</i><br />
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<b>Upside:</b> Fast shipping (under a week), good quality hair<br />
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<b>Downside:</b> Medium selection (they do not stock curly or color-changing thermal hair.) They do not stock black nylon hair (their darkest shade is eggplant, but they stock black saran hair.)<br />
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<b>Pricing:</b> $1.57 per nylon hank, $4.16 per saran hank. Bulk deals are available as “XL Format” and “Large Format.” Two hanks are enough for a Barbie, three for a Bratz doll.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A bag of DollyHair's curly saran hair</td></tr>
</tbody></table><a href="http://www.dollyhair.com/main.htm"><span style="font-size: large;">DollyHair.com</span></a><br />
Dollyhair is an American small business based in California, and operated by Tina Amantula. The site sells synthetic doll hair, doll wigs, mohair wool, and an excellent metal rerooting tool. They feature helpful tutorials on rerooting, and a <a href="http://www.dollyhair.com/artistsgallery.htm">gallery of customers’ completed work</a> (with links to their websites.) This site is especially geared towards Barbie, Gene and My Little Pony.<br />
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In 2007, InternationalWig.com targeted Dollyhair in a smear campaign by posting three negative reviews on RipoffReport.com. Following legal action, the author revoked the reviews and admitted they were fabrications.<br />
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<i>My experiences with Dollyhair are positive.</i><br />
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<b>Upside:</b> Huge selection of hair, including curly and color-changing “thermal” varieties. They also let you order customized blends of hair. Really generous hanks (DollyHair includes extra hair to make up for slow shipping.)<br />
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<b>Downside:</b> Slow shipping. Prepare to wait anywhere from two weeks to one month (larger orders ship faster than smaller ones.) Also, mohair wool comes from <a href="http://www.answers.com/topic/mulesing">abused sheep</a>. Don’t be mislead by “humane” marketing claims... please stick to using synthetic hair!<br />
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<b>Pricing:</b> Varies. On average, nylon hanks cost $10 and saran hanks cost $8.40 (note that DollyHair also features a special “RD Hank” of saran hair for only $2.50.) Curly colors come uncut in one-ounce bags. On average, nylon curls cost $7.50 and saran curls cost $12.68 (different colors have different prices.) Dollyhair also offers bulk deals. <br />
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One hank/bag is more than enough for a Barbie doll, Bratz dolls need two (but there will be a lot left over.)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Little Customs' thermal pink-to-white hair.<i> </i><br />
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</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.mylittlecustoms.com/">My Little Customs</a></span><br />
My Little Customs is a British small business operated by Robin Bray. They sell synthetic doll hair, rooting needles, and doll repair/restoration parts. My Little Customs also features <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/mylittlecustoms">useful video tutorials on rerooting</a>, and have a <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/mylittlecustoms/">Flickr group</a> where users can post pictures of their completed dolls. This site is especially geared towards Blythe and Sindy dolls.<br />
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<i>I have never purchased doll hair from them, but they are your safest bet for buying doll hair outside the United States. Robin is extremely nice.</i><br />
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<b>Upside:</b> Huge selection of hair, including color-changing “thermal” varieties. They also let you order customized blends.<br />
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<b>Downside:</b> Ships from Britain (this takes more fuel if you live in the Americas.)<br />
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<b>Pricing:</b> Varies. On average, nylon hanks cost $4.20 and saran hanks cost $4.20. Thermal saran hanks cost $4.20. Bulk deals are available as “XL Format.”Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-52225469301295833442011-03-18T07:37:00.000-07:002011-04-10T06:29:56.630-07:00Reroot Doll Hair: Reroot Tool Method<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Heddy before (left) and after (right)</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Rerooting doll hair is an easy way to give your doll a new head of hair. There are <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/">many hair styles to choose from</a>, but two main methods to reroot hair. In a previous tutorial, I covered the <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/11/reroot-doll-hair-knot-method.html">knot method to reroot hair</a>. This one covers the reroot tool method. If you do not have a reroot tool, <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2011/02/reroot-doll-hair-make-reroot-tool.html">make one (and the needles to go with it!)</a><br />
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This tutorial covers how to use the reroot tool. My featured doll is actually just a spare head from a second-hand doll I <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/09/tutorial-rebody-bratz-and-moxie-girls.html">rebodied</a>. Let’s call her Heddy?<br />
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<b>You Will Need:</b><br />
<ul><li>Cotton Swab</li>
<li>Doll head</li>
<li>Doll hair</li>
<li>Embroidery sewing needles (size 7, 8 or 10)</li>
<li><a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2011/02/reroot-doll-hair-make-reroot-tool.html">Reroot tool</a></li>
<li>Waterproof craft glue</li>
<li>Wire Cutter</li>
<li>Pliers</li>
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</tbody></table><b>6. Glue the hair. </b>Once you finished rerooting the entire head, secure the hair by pouring craft glue inside the head's neck hole. Slide a cotton swab inside to spread it around evenly. If you do not glue the hair in, it will fall out! Use water-proof craft glues like Fabri-tac and Beacon’s craft glue. Do not use Elmer’s or KrazyGlue— they seep out of the scalp and damage your doll’s hair.<br />
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7.<b> Styling.</b> Now you doll's hair probably resembles a troll's. Style its hair straight by pouring boiling-hot water over it and letting it air-dry. <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/08/tutorial-fix-frizzy-hair.html">Click here for more detailed styling instructions</a>. Please have an adult assist you if you are under 13, or have difficulty holding the tea kettle on your own.Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-21915840103257472622011-02-10T06:15:00.000-08:002011-03-18T09:28:42.412-07:00Reroot Doll Hair: Make a Reroot Tool<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>Doll hair cannot regrow, but it can be rerooted! One of my <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/11/reroot-doll-hair-knot-method.html">recent tutorials</a> covered the knot method, a painfully slow way of rerooting doll hair. Using a reroot tool is more efficient, and takes less than half the time the knot method takes. However, to use it you need a reroot tool! Many sites sell excellent metal tools, notably <a href="http://www.dollyhair.com/reroottool.htm">Dolly Hair</a>. These are worth the money... but what if you’re broke?<br />
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• Exacto knife (one without a rotating blade)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ethan before (left) and after (right)</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Some dolls have low-quality hair or improvised “haircuts.” Doll hair cannot regrow, but it can be <i>rerooted</i>! Rerooting replaces a doll's old hair with any hair you want: saran, yarn fibers, tinsel, etc. There are many ways to reroot hair, and two of the most common are the <i>knot method</i> and the <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2011/03/reroot-doll-hair-reroot-tool-method.html"><i>reroot tool method</i></a>. This tutorial outlines the <i>knot method</i>, a very slow, but beginner-friendly, way to reroot doll hair. It features a lovely second-hand doll, Ethan, <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/10/remove-dolls-head.html#more">whose head I removed in a previous tutorial</a>.<br />
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<li>Large-eyed Sewing Needle</li>
<li>Hair (old wigs are perfect for this)</li>
<li>Scissors</li>
<li>Pliers</li>
<li>Tweezers (optional)</li>
<li>Cup of water (optional)</li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">More after the jump!</span><br />
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4. Tie a knot. Tie a knot at the end of the hair. Cut off the needle, then tie the loose hair-ends into a tight knot.<br />
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Now you have mastered the Knot Method! This is not my favorite method, because it takes forever! However, it is useful if you do not have a reroot tool. To see what Ethan looked like once he was finished, check out my <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/p/makeovers.html">Makeovers Page</a>!Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-7736853524086569912010-10-02T01:12:00.000-07:002010-11-06T05:30:22.225-07:00Remove a Doll’s Head<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="border: medium none; text-align: center;"><div style="border: medium none;">Ethan before (left) and after (right)</div></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="border: medium none;"><i>Removing a doll's head is crucial for rerooting doll hair and </i><a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/09/tutorial-rebody-bratz-and-moxie-girls.html"><i>swapping doll bodies</i></a><i>. This tutorial outlines some ways to remove a doll's head without breaking the body. These tips are intended for common fashion dolls such as Bratz, Bratz Boyz, Barbie, Ken, Moxie Girlz, and similar dolls. They are not intended for action figures, Only Hearts Club, Blythe, porcelain dolls, American Girl, Obitsu, or BJDs.</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><div style="border: medium none;"><br />
<div></div></div></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="border: medium none; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><b>You Will Need:</b> </div><ul><li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Doll</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tea Kettle (for hard heads)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bowl (for hard heads)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Blow dryer (for hard heads)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Wash Cloth (optional)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">If your doll has a soft head, you only need your hands</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">More after the jump!</span><br />
<ul></ul><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Identify the head you are working with:</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">A. Soft/Squishy Head</span></b> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">MyScene Barbie (left) and a High School Musical Zac Efron doll (right)</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Soft and squishy heads can easily be pried off! Squeeze down and gently pull it up— and off— the body. Male dolls (such as Ken) usually have a cylindrical anchor in their heads, while Barbies have a hook at the end of their anchor.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bratz Sasha (left) and a rebodied Moxie Girl (right)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A Bratz Boyz doll</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="border: medium none;">Some dolls have a very hard head and a large anchor. Method One might not make the head soft enough for removal. In that case, here's Method Two! But be warned: it loosens <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/p/dolly-dictionary.html">flocked hair</a> and makes it shed. The reason I used a doll with flock because I will reflock it later.</div></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mika with her original Moxie girl body (left) and her new Bratz body (right)</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyz62ENwbyoQ6yef_DPENoNKUOoODjYkYL6hRw2pPxZa8PYYrDvGQbW7d3m-mpuNXiJf2Pb6koq8aa8h4Wpy3rdwdRnjIUOSB5tgI6YuciQ4qFcBMz0PlomWJArEZTIHtrtzpHIBnWc4Hx/s1600/before_after3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><i>Have a lot of Bratz and Moxie Girlz lying around? Are some of them broken? Want your dolls to share clothes? Easy.<b> This tutorial is only intended for female Bratz and Moxie dolls, and may not work on other doll brands, or on males. <a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/10/remove-dolls-head.html">Tutorials for those dolls are in the works!</a></b></i><br />
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2. Squeeze down on the doll’s head, and gently ease it off the rounded bottom of the anchor. The head will now look like this. Avoid touching painted areas such as the eyes and lips. Grab away from the face.<br />
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4. Once the first head is popped off, repeat steps 1-3 with the second doll. Bratz and Moxies have similar anchors in their heads.<br />
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<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"></ul>Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-29779624938763723432010-09-18T07:27:00.000-07:002010-10-02T05:03:01.202-07:00Tutorial: Make Bangs<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Meg before (left) and after (right).</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizDxMV60CK1uIoR2NOdnEwDGEXDqlU0suy_6v6or8hg7TGoPNG_uQNUwnnYsvszc2S4va40_jU1EvPsPkutT6-NzDK44Qsa-mlwQfPcCSfHYbTne7s0pCCNK_neHqKbIaycjJSzq_JzD3f/s1600/berfore_after3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><i>Sometimes, a doll has too much hair, or its regular ‘do is getting old. So give your doll a shot of bang-tox— it’s easy! In this tutorial, my second-hand 1997 Meg doll's trademark curls will be transformed into trendy forehead bangs.</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mika before (left) and after (right.)</td></tr>
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1. Tie Hair. Tightly wrap a scrunchie around dry hair, sliding it down to the section you want to cut off. Don’t worry about making kinks in the hair. Here, I am cutting off a section of dry hair. Note that dry hair can be fixed (Fix Dry Hair tutorial coming soon!)<br />
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</tbody></table>4. Touch-up. Divide the hair by layers, using the holes on the doll’s head as reference. Snip uneven hairs, moving a few mini-meters at a time. Do not cut large chunks in one go— what is cut cannot be uncut. When transitioning from short to long strands, cut the hair in equal intervals so it doesn’t look jagged (see Diagram 1.)<br />
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<i>NOTE: This tutorial works on the hair of inexpensive porcelain dolls and generic fashion dolls such as Bratz and Barbie, but it will NOT work on hair made of mohair wool. If you are not sure which hair your doll has, try this on a small "sample" strand of hair.</i><br />
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1. Brush out. Comb the hair out with a wig brush, which is specially made for synthetic hair (<a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/p/tools.html">see "Tools" for full description.</a>) If a wig brush is not available, plastic doll brushes or human hair brushes can be substituted, as long as they were never used on human hair.<br />
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2. Wet Hair. Heat a kettle of water. Wrap the doll in a towel and lean them over the sink. Pour hot water on the doll’s hair, and make sure to coat every strand. Try not to get the face or body wet, since hot water damages paint and plastic. Gently dab off any water that hits your doll.<br />
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3. Let Dry. Before the doll’s hair dries, smooth out kinky strands and cover bald spots. Remember— a wet kink becomes a dry kink. Do NOT comb the wet hair, simply smooth it out with your fingers. Leave the doll in a standing position while it dries overnight, because sitting or laying it down will create new kinks.<br />
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If the hair is still too “big” for your tastes, slide a thin scrunchie over the top of the hair, and pour hot water over it. The result will be the sleek ‘do in the last picture.<br />
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For this picture, I also cut the hair [<a href="http://dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/09/tutorial-cut-doll-hair.html">see my hair-cutting tutorial!</a>] and made bangs [see my bang tutorial!]Roxyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02811081078142534230noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342149688905902757.post-5536159466178677842010-08-12T00:58:00.000-07:002010-09-05T10:27:50.268-07:00Welcome to Dolly Care!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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