tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26539248018691776342024-03-05T02:26:08.632-08:00✦ kusibonsüss ✦Living among dolls...Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2653924801869177634.post-77146124926855935532021-01-16T12:36:00.000-08:002021-01-16T12:36:39.857-08:00Shop Update!<p> Hi there! </p><p>I've been busy working on some projects, and one of them is dolly related! I made these little sets of hand-knitted clothes for Blythe, Licca, or Ruruko doll. <br /><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/083856/2798915526/il_794xN.2798915526_jaaj.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="571" height="400" src="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/083856/2798915526/il_794xN.2798915526_jaaj.jpg" width="285" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/c1a002/2798919426/il_794xN.2798919426_c3l3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="571" height="400" src="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/c1a002/2798919426/il_794xN.2798919426_c3l3.jpg" width="286" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/b5b418/2846582267/il_794xN.2846582267_2nol.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="571" height="400" src="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/b5b418/2846582267/il_794xN.2846582267_2nol.jpg" width="286" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/51206b/2798896880/il_794xN.2798896880_eoio.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="571" height="400" src="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/51206b/2798896880/il_794xN.2798896880_eoio.jpg" width="286" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/601e0a/2798905124/il_794xN.2798905124_q6r5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="571" height="400" src="https://i.etsystatic.com/13003726/r/il/601e0a/2798905124/il_794xN.2798905124_q6r5.jpg" width="286" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">You can find them on </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/kusibonsuess" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Etsy</a> ♥</div><p></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2653924801869177634.post-56142926578481466202020-10-06T16:49:00.020-07:002020-10-06T17:41:04.098-07:00OmochaCon | Virtual Convention <p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2NFsF1_ZHsYqYobYA3M2UIV-e5UZSkRlWFcN4yM2is6GYGk6pKijlvymnac3PMsygLg2LISluCxrsIsCBs32rCSYBNn-GnHpbDCOmUwcIz4KZxYLS_DHKA3hYf-ASm-pufxofj5I0Aig/s1817/C4E524AF-3F04-4C1A-9CBC-ECA67AE9560C.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1817" data-original-width="1598" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2NFsF1_ZHsYqYobYA3M2UIV-e5UZSkRlWFcN4yM2is6GYGk6pKijlvymnac3PMsygLg2LISluCxrsIsCBs32rCSYBNn-GnHpbDCOmUwcIz4KZxYLS_DHKA3hYf-ASm-pufxofj5I0Aig/w562-h640/C4E524AF-3F04-4C1A-9CBC-ECA67AE9560C.jpeg" width="562" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: justify;"> OmochaCon took place on October 3rd and 4th. Two days full of interviews, contests, and giveaways!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> This year because of the pandemic, many doll conventions had to be postponed indefinitely and with them all of our hopes of joy and entertainment. Until Angela (<a href="Omochacrush.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Omocha Crush</a>) decided to host a virtual convention to distract ourselves from our confinement, that is! It involved the help and generosity of fellow doll collectors who donated their creations and time to share with us their love for dolls. Did I mention that it was free? How awesome is that?! </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> Pullip was the queen of the event without question. <span style="text-align: left;">If you’re not familiar with Pullip dolls and you're curious about the doll and the community behind it, I definitely recommend two </span><span style="text-align: left;">YouTube channels:</span><span style="text-align: left;"> one is </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/OmochaCrush" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Angela's</a>,<span style="text-align: left;"> </span><span style="text-align: left;">and the other belongs to</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/ScarlettB" style="text-align: left;" target="">Scarlett B.</a><span style="text-align: left;"> </span>Pullip dolls have many fans around the world and that was demonstrated by the participants in the Facebook and Instagram Photo Contests. </p><p>The winners:</p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_yghibHtXeP_cUXH0ni509oLihnPCPErEH_fwsFw41zNIhp_rGuYudj0GRixWPrGzWmWdUmbFFELaamuXlLdswzzcAmNyR4gxrGhM9b633lHFzp6WinykoKa8nsW2uOfgKAK0D-PMQYA/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_yghibHtXeP_cUXH0ni509oLihnPCPErEH_fwsFw41zNIhp_rGuYudj0GRixWPrGzWmWdUmbFFELaamuXlLdswzzcAmNyR4gxrGhM9b633lHFzp6WinykoKa8nsW2uOfgKAK0D-PMQYA/w400-h400/image.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCFXABLRf1AOffmEorQJVqKury5NejRwOxTrjmLTDREbnykGFI0gA0ntBKEU7dTQuHQyGQVU1oU0mT7wt1j9PCn6ZAg-jLyeMSY_dcYnq4OuXZ42E7RJwAeQZqH_EFlhwR7ES0mE9DBJ4/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCFXABLRf1AOffmEorQJVqKury5NejRwOxTrjmLTDREbnykGFI0gA0ntBKEU7dTQuHQyGQVU1oU0mT7wt1j9PCn6ZAg-jLyeMSY_dcYnq4OuXZ42E7RJwAeQZqH_EFlhwR7ES0mE9DBJ4/w400-h400/image.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdUNWtKEtGYrqM9lajLrLSWJKMBbYVENx0iePZVcjW3n0-QjHnzE50ox9xWQ8xePozQVoQxxF2Yo4YH79aMx_cJCKH5Qv19avLff3qOlrhF6KqmKz0Q-MtSm0TWJdY0LCkfbjz9ligUzg/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdUNWtKEtGYrqM9lajLrLSWJKMBbYVENx0iePZVcjW3n0-QjHnzE50ox9xWQ8xePozQVoQxxF2Yo4YH79aMx_cJCKH5Qv19avLff3qOlrhF6KqmKz0Q-MtSm0TWJdY0LCkfbjz9ligUzg/w400-h400/image.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2QbEcoLRMi-8blYIpIwGykFJeOv6iRQOB8_oHYguXs4EKSIhHskiIHJ46JlQfpDNSrp8gg7wLsaFSpTurH38xUm8A-FcpdaXphyphenhyphenOasYugwhf1qBoYCzmYqrmqwvxvuYJZBoYZPlgzUdI/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2QbEcoLRMi-8blYIpIwGykFJeOv6iRQOB8_oHYguXs4EKSIhHskiIHJ46JlQfpDNSrp8gg7wLsaFSpTurH38xUm8A-FcpdaXphyphenhyphenOasYugwhf1qBoYCzmYqrmqwvxvuYJZBoYZPlgzUdI/w400-h400/image.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Congratulations to the winners!!! </div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"> The event was a showcase for very talented vendors like Charon Dolls, Mota de Algodon, Moon Fairy Dolls, Doremy, and many more. </p><p>I participated in the giveaways like everybody else and was lucky enough to win one of Angela's beautiful dolls. You will see her on my IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kusibonsuess/?hl=en" target="_blank">account</a> surrounded by my dollies and creations. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO2ywgLll6xvRj1_9bPvvNuAtxo29cA1klWescY56inzOmSnMixSS-tey-e6VUowBzMzaxjilzu15b0IKzcreEhdcg02szuyIZ-9I0sE8kHTVxyvduMdA_3QoccLAATVb-9ic2NQbqrMk/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO2ywgLll6xvRj1_9bPvvNuAtxo29cA1klWescY56inzOmSnMixSS-tey-e6VUowBzMzaxjilzu15b0IKzcreEhdcg02szuyIZ-9I0sE8kHTVxyvduMdA_3QoccLAATVb-9ic2NQbqrMk/w400-h400/image.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>You can watch the whole event on YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlKIcS-qerQgxE-NbdTSQE-4N8JTpSave" target="_blank">here</a>. Enjoy!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2653924801869177634.post-2882989723919469552020-08-26T14:18:00.002-07:002020-10-06T17:42:20.977-07:00Virtual Blythecon Calgary 2020<p style="text-align: justify;"><span> L</span>ast weekend, Blythe collectors enjoyed <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1571256676509766" target="_blank">Blythecon Calgary 2020</a></b>. This year the format was virtual because of the pandemic, but that didn't keep us from enjoying ourselves. We had so much fun and learned from vendors, and some Blythe experts, many interesting and useful things about our favorite doll.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLW8XsY88EGcXjcK2S82kl-020_nsw3DSjaDski11B9oNPs2ZWVJJ7A9Ybrrp5ev8ikrVoxWenUM79wd7VnAYyeeliA2Aq7PZ0laRty_iNqxgraJ40ewJ0lBgYP2PMULy0ARDhGCF56S4/s960/93910156_10158033802935813_8801152497977655296_n.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="490" data-original-width="960" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLW8XsY88EGcXjcK2S82kl-020_nsw3DSjaDski11B9oNPs2ZWVJJ7A9Ybrrp5ev8ikrVoxWenUM79wd7VnAYyeeliA2Aq7PZ0laRty_iNqxgraJ40ewJ0lBgYP2PMULy0ARDhGCF56S4/w640-h328/93910156_10158033802935813_8801152497977655296_n.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The art concept was created by Stephen Egts from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TotalBabesville?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Total Babesville</a>.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><span style="text-align: justify;"><span> </span>Kimberly Cook*, Mara Cecconi Langmann and Naomi Owen organized a very friendly virtual convention in very little time and was succesful thanks to the collaboration of all the attendees, vendors and presenters. The team used Facebook Groups as their platform and resolved any doubts that attendees had during the 2-day event, making the experience a very enjoyable one. </span><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><br /><br /></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjah_ewBGp5S6Dd4P7F7Hc6rv3v9ViM72JhsKZsRNw0YFSfsh4wCxQRUPBZIsvVJp9Dx0re_ZG2EqEyAm0H_AlFGJD7GQAIk3jjA2Dd3P55CLdKKET2OeH-9u0pfD5MrNfnxb3-fMxhh0U/s960/IMG_0419.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="680" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjah_ewBGp5S6Dd4P7F7Hc6rv3v9ViM72JhsKZsRNw0YFSfsh4wCxQRUPBZIsvVJp9Dx0re_ZG2EqEyAm0H_AlFGJD7GQAIk3jjA2Dd3P55CLdKKET2OeH-9u0pfD5MrNfnxb3-fMxhh0U/s640/IMG_0419.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Blythecon Schedule<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Blythecon Calgary 2020 started with the welcoming in charge of Kimberly and she started with Gift Bag draws which was a very transparent way of sorting the wonderful donations between the attendees. This way every one got a cute prize in their goody bags. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Florance Simpson from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/mizzfitzdolls" target="_blank">MizzfitzDolls</a> showed us her creative process and awesome outfits, Spain was present with Sulay from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AdayinLilliput" target="_blank">A Day in Lilliput</a> and her cute designs for Blythe and similar dolls like Pullip. Melissa Caughey from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/mycassierae" target="_blank">My Cassie Rae</a> introduced us to her lovely creations, followed by Barbera Ploeg from <a href="casaochenta.etsy.com" target="_blank">Casa Ochenta</a> who showed us her artistry in different media, Kelly from <a href="www.dollieslovedresses.com" target="_blank">Dollies love dresses</a> with her wonderful display and beautiful dresses, and Kathy Nuttal from <a href="www.etsy.com/shop/sailorstalesco" target="_blank">Sailor's Tales</a> who shared some lovely knitted clothes and outfits. Ezrael Maher, whose dollies are available at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/groovekitchen" target="_blank">Groove Kitchen</a>, gave a brilliant talk about resin, inmediately followed by Lynn Marie from <a href="www.alteregodollhouse.com" target="_blank">Alter Ego Dolls</a>. Sara Ricer of <a href="mountainsandclouds.com">Mountains and Clouds</a> invited us to watch her pottery process using a mini pottery wheel! Sandra Coe from <a href="motorcitydolly.com" target="_blank">Motor City Dolly</a> was the last presenter for Saturday and showcased her Little Blythe on the Prairie series. So cute!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Sunday was equally fun with the following presentations: Ruth Carlson from <a href="www.eurotrashdoll.com" target="_blank">Eurotrash</a> 💓!!! Casie from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/bebeblytheco" target="_blank">Bebe Blythe Co</a> and all there is to know about customizing, Heidi Barto from <a href="hcbdolls.bigcartel.com" target="_blank">HCB Dolls</a> showing us her beautiful creations, Jen giving us a virtual walk through her Gallery at <a href="www.earthangelsstudios.com" target="_blank">Earth Angels Studios</a>, <a href="splattergirl.com" target="_blank">Splatter Girl UK</a> and her wonderful custom dolls, Charlene McMann from <a href="fb.me/jojoslittlemoppetshop" target="_blank">Jojo's Little Moppet Shop</a> with a very important Blythe 101 class, and last but not least, <a href="thekennerblytheguide.com" target="_blank">Becca</a> with The Kenner Corner Class. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The vendors offered a wide range of products, including accessories, clothes and even custom dolls! Most of the sellers also offered exclusive discount codes for the Convention!</div></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsHBXwa6MKXLBumkooD8OmSsZJtPnra3mNz8ibYBofIcHKnP93oNdwFSW3Suip5pwnc9LfykSKvyIjwKWEXYlTGBnYcJ_FsVQDv9mAph9Uo5Bpq-2WyCzMVLlrCtz_RQCWS5udhtTgHrg/s960/117168061_10158422141010813_2571357324249860731_n.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="680" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsHBXwa6MKXLBumkooD8OmSsZJtPnra3mNz8ibYBofIcHKnP93oNdwFSW3Suip5pwnc9LfykSKvyIjwKWEXYlTGBnYcJ_FsVQDv9mAph9Uo5Bpq-2WyCzMVLlrCtz_RQCWS5udhtTgHrg/s640/117168061_10158422141010813_2571357324249860731_n.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">You can find them at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blytheconyyc2020/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@blytheconyyc2020</a><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5b83AXTIJS_rVouYLapvE-wB7SJcbuznFvzp_6djtuk6PCcERYnzB2iHSP9b5tlM4vfPLOXfG_RepEVRo1bSx6QVuxw2G5n4AF3zFdsbmtuudPGC0RgJ8pOcahPohaXxrj_35P0XznEQ/s960/73102533_10157395136330813_2164846684654272512_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5b83AXTIJS_rVouYLapvE-wB7SJcbuznFvzp_6djtuk6PCcERYnzB2iHSP9b5tlM4vfPLOXfG_RepEVRo1bSx6QVuxw2G5n4AF3zFdsbmtuudPGC0RgJ8pOcahPohaXxrj_35P0XznEQ/w400-h400/73102533_10157395136330813_2164846684654272512_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Did you attend? 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Tag us on instagram! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kusibonsuess/" target="_blank">@kusibonsuess</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">*Kimberly is an avid Blythe collector and also admin to various Facebook groups like <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1648101498603763/?ref=share" target="_blank">Bad Blythe Deals</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/332850286916943/" target="_blank">United Nations of Blythe</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/831817643552437/?ref=share" target="_blank">Blythe Pay It Forward</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2030335130521048/?ref=share" target="_blank">Queen Bees Dolly Boutique</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/972201206248091/?ref=share" target="_blank">Blythe Canada</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1517964095103914/?ref=share" target="_blank">Blythe Calgary.</a></span></div></div><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Update: Names of the Blythecon Calgary Team were added and a new image of the 2-day schedule. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2653924801869177634.post-39455156774876311772020-08-20T11:57:00.000-07:002020-08-20T11:57:47.913-07:00Starting a Doll Collection <p style="text-align: left;"></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="display: inline;"><span> </span>If you are thinking of starting a collection there is something you should know . . . collecting can be so much fun that it's easy to get so caught up that you lose track of time. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Doll collecting is a joyful experience, that I can guarantee! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzxDjS_HkZ7Tlh60228VHUIIe0ag88xRYD_Jx-2T_ydm4pdMifD89nIbl8ybyk6ZwzCiI2rmYgM7b3G1m6Rx8v1L9gbpW6ItwPHkv4TgzS-w8W5h6Q7TZbPHfI9v8WHb5WCuJFoEE69nY/s1430/IMG_20180726_120537_307.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1430" height="538" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzxDjS_HkZ7Tlh60228VHUIIe0ag88xRYD_Jx-2T_ydm4pdMifD89nIbl8ybyk6ZwzCiI2rmYgM7b3G1m6Rx8v1L9gbpW6ItwPHkv4TgzS-w8W5h6Q7TZbPHfI9v8WHb5WCuJFoEE69nY/w640-h538/IMG_20180726_120537_307.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Blythe dolls and hybrid friend. <br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span> </span>But why collect dolls? I believe people collect dolls for many different reasons. Some simply admire the craftsmanship and beauty of individual dolls, others focus on their historical value, and others are more interested in their resale value. There are also those who collect dolls to express a connection to a favorite character or media franchise, sometimes one that they remember from their childhood. In other words, people collect what they like and what makes them happy!</div><div>Many aspects of doll collecting are frustrating, for those starting their collections and for seasoned collectors alike. Maybe the doll you like is sold out everywhere or doesn’t fit into your budget. Maybe you find so much info about a doll that you don't know where to start or what to believe. Or maybe you get lots of stares from friends and family because you collect dolls and not something “normal.”</div><div>Let's remember that doll collecting should be an enjoyable activity that connects you with fellow collectors and lets you share your passion. You can learn from the people you meet, discover new dolls, and help each other cope with difficult times.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you ask me for tips on starting a doll collection, these are my first thoughts:</div><div><ul><li>Find your style: Are you into porcelain, vinyl, resin, baby dolls, BJDs, fashion dolls, or a bit of everything? It's better to start small and curate your collection from time to time. </li><li>Search in dedicated Facebook Groups: There’s a group for every type of doll! Just follow the rules, ask questions, and I can assure you that there is always someone willing to help. Request membership to at least two groups of each kind of doll you collect, you can learn a lot from different audiences. </li><li>Collecting is not hoarding. If you think your collection is getting too big and becoming overwhelming rather than joyful, it's time to let go of some of your dollies. Think about the joy you could provide to fellow collectors if you sell some of your neglected dollies. </li><li>Dolly people are diverse. There is always a mix of feelings when you enter a community and the doll community is no exception. Always be polite and remember to be compassionate, some doll collectors are dealing with difficulties and dolls help them cope. Treat others as you want to be treated. If you have a bad experience with another collector please don't give up there are many welcoming and down to earth collectors and you will definitely make some good dolly friends. </li><li>Stay away from smoke. If you find a dolly and has a great price please look for any imperfections before buying it, like smeared makeup, odors like smoke or mold, lose limbs, missing plugs of hair, body decoloration, cracks and if the doll has any kind of mechanism check if it's working properly. If you are not into restoring dolls and the dolly has any kind of imperfection take into consideration you'll need to spend some money in to repair it. </li><li>Be patient and don't buy in a hurry. There are always good deals online, and if you are a member of a doll group some collectors post their dolls up for sale all the time. If you use Paypal select paying for Goods and Services rather than Friends and Family, the later doesn't offer you buyer protection.</li><li>Have fun! 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