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Finally have a preview of these posted on instagram with prices. (IG is u4bik but my beading account is uhtalugia.)

They will be available for sale 3 May in Aoteroa NZ, Asia, etc. 4 May for the Americas.

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Sales post

I don't think this will get a lot of traction here, but tbh? It can't be much worse than Instagram, so... 🤷‍♀️

Additional photos and info under cut.

Sleeping mnf Rendia on Ringdoll Kid body 100€

Project doll, price reflects the problems.

Dyed with unfinished faceup. Head is a bit more yellow than the body, but not super noticeable irl. Dye is uneven in some spots (can take additional photos for interested buyers)

Body needs restringing and suede, possibly wiring. I have the Ring Doll box from the body, no coa for either, but bought both from legit collectors.

Can wipe or finish faceup if wanted for no extra cost.

Momocolor Lucy on Luts Honey Self 31 body (plus extra hands) 120€

Hybrid project I abandoned. Body is Luts Dark Tan, head is a bit lighter. It is not as bad as the photos make it look, idk what's the problem with my camera. Can try to take nicer photos with dlsr for interested buyers.

Pretty sure I have a box for the body, I'm not sure if I got a coa from the seller, I'll have to dig out my folder.

Old Souldoll Kid body 70€

Project doll that will need a lot of work, so selling cheap!

It's quite yellowed, and one of the previous owners started sanding it because of that. I'm at least the third owner. I can take additional photos for interested buyers.

It is very loose and will need restringing, possibly needs a new elastic as well.

No coa and no box, but I have photos of the head that originally belonged to it.

All of these were bought from legit collectors and people I trust. I'm strictly pro artist.

I have a feedback post on Instagram:

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I ship from Germany, and while I'd prefer to ship within the EU, I'll ship worldwide. Shipping cost will be additional.

I am open to offers, but keep it reasonable. I'm already selling at quite a loss on my end.

Will probably put up more dolls for sale in the next days.

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The Skelita Howliday doll has been on sale on Amazon (at fluctuating prices) so I gave in and bought her as a birthday gift for myself. As I scrolled through the reviews I was concerned that she would arrive in a mangled box and damaged. Thankfully, she turned up pristine!

The packaging is quite nice. I very much like the skull winged butterflies. It's a shame that they are not really used anywhere else besides the fabric print of the dress.

Anywho, I've already complained enough about the doll's design and I'm sure there are plenty of reviews out there so I'll go quickly!

STAND:

Yes, very nice details on stand base. Good. I was surprised when I realized it's a saddle stand. I've had to stick a wad of putty on the saddle to keep Skelita in place lest she falls out.

Now she topples over stand and all! X'D

HEADPIECE:

I was happy to see the skullettes in the flowers have all this sculpted detail! Unfortunately, the painted detailed are a bit off.

The headpiece is made of a harder plastic and is hollow with an open back.

At first, I thought, "Oh, nice. It's much lighter than the first adult collector Skelita's headpiece!"

But then I remembered that I actually really dislike when companies cut corners by neglecting the backside of their toys and products. All angles should be taken into consideration.

Especially on a collector doll.

SHOES:

Shoes are nice. I like the detail of the sole and flowers.

JEWELRY:

Itty bitty skullette beads.

And another skullette with sculpted details. A nice touch.

I'm honestly surprised to see a total of six bracelets and a necklace on this doll. They don't have much in the way of painted details, but I'll take what I can get.

DRESS:

Skelitas used to come with a plastic piece in the shape of the standard Monster High torso to help clothes fit on her boney frame. Now she comes with this. Undergarments I guess? ;P

The ruffle and sleeves are made of the same stretchy fabric and covered with some gold glitter. The sleeves' edges are secured with an overlock stitch while the ruffle is left raw.

Beginning to fray.

The dress's skirt fabric is that thick plasticy fabric that kind of feels like paper. I do not care for this fabric in the least.

(I was trying to capture the stiffness of the fabric by scrunching it in the photo.)

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After disassembly, I washed her and her clothes. The purple stretchy fabric began to stick onto itself during the washing process. Perhaps the glitter adhesive reactivated with the water and/or the heat. Thankfully, I was able to separate it all again. The top portion of the skirt ruffle folded over during washing and I actually prefer it this way.

Happy accident.

I was able to bring down and relax the sleeves with some added (light) heat. Thank goodness because I did not like how those sleeves looked from factory.

I also took it upon myself to straighten and quickly style her hair with a half ponytail.

For a collector doll, I expect some styling from the company but she came with nothing.

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Here she is:

The more I look at her, the more I appreciate her. The colors are nice and are pretty cohesive. There are some nice details and she's a "pretty" doll.

However, for this being a collector doll priced at almost 50USD and knowing that Mattel can and has done so much better in terms of design and materials, I'm very disappointed.

But for what I actually paid?

She's okay.

Either way, I'm very happy to have her.

In truth, I would like to buy another one. Either for fodder, or to keep one as factory and another customized. Will only do that if she drops considerably in price.

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Friendly reminder to double check your hair iron's temperature before you start flattening your doll's hair 🙃

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I know it's not dolls, but I draw sometimes and am selling off some stuff. Just in case ;)

Hey all! For the first time I'm selling off some original art. I just finished an old watercolor sketchbook and have most of those pages up for sale at my Ko-Fi shop: https://ko-fi.com/zakniteh/shop

Any help sharing is appreciated!

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Boo!

(who is it?)

It's Mikey!

I had a more elaborate plan with Halloween decor and Señorita Je-Je in their own costume, but we had unexpected guests show up and put those plans to a halt so this is all I have to offer. :/

There's always next year?

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Still haven't done anything doll or toy related, but I do have these silly photos of Señorita Je-Je in mugs! It's doll/ toy adjacent so it totally counts.

Anywho, sometimes I stream on Twitch and one of my redeems is a "Tea Time Break." I wanted a silly scene to play while I'm away soooo here we go.

And since it's spooky season, here she is in my nifty jack-o'-lantern mug! Mostly I just wanted everyone to see my new mug. XD

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Honestly? Same! XD I've seen those tiny Amazon package boxes for a few years and and that's what pushed me to make one (and hopefully more).

Hehe, itty bitty cardboard box.

(4cm x 4cm x 3.5cm)

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Hehe, itty bitty cardboard box.

(4cm x 4cm x 3.5cm)

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Oops, I did a thing.

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María García is still available for $35US on the Walmart website: https://www.walmart.com/ip/839518727

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I believe she said it was a loose gear? She kind of knows what needs to be done, but is so busy that she'd rather have someone else address the issue(s).

I'll definitely pass your name on to her.

Thank you very much!

FURBY RESTORATION

Anyone know people who take in Furbys (Furbies?) in need of restoration or some minor fixing up?

A friend needs their furb fixed.

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FURBY RESTORATION

Anyone know people who take in Furbys (Furbies?) in need of restoration or some minor fixing up?

A friend needs their furb fixed.

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I don't know how many people can use this information, and I'm honestly not sure how well known it is to begin with, or even how useful it is, but

Aves Apoxie Sculpt in 'natural' color is black light reactive

I've used this to find where there are gaps in whatever's covering it

It's Part B that fluoresces, so maybe all colors of Aves Apoxie Sculpt will do so, but I've only ever used 'natural'

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Should have finished this weeks ago, but, um, still in WIP stage.

Meena and Bella.

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Been toying (heh) with the idea of letting some dolls go, but it's been difficult.

Rainbow and Shadow High are dolls I tend to feel very disconnected to. They're pretty, stylized, articulated, good quality -- all things I love in a doll! But I also don't know what to do with them sometimes because they just stand there collecting dust.

I figure I should play with them first before I make up my mind.

So first up is this nude Winter Break Jade. She's sporting pants made by @cosmomoore 😊

Something this exercise made me realize is that I need want more RH clothes to play with. Shame RH accessories and such are/were pricey.

Anywho, I like this look.

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Me: "Hmm, my Meena and Bella have such bad screening and quite a few defects. Maybe if I just clean a little here, and a little there, and wipe a little more--"

Anyway, oops I wiped it all off and I guess I'm repainting them now 🙃

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DOLL IS SOLD!

Thank you everyone for sharing!

SOLD!

WANT TO SELL: Supia Doll Roda. $350 USD + shipping from USA.

I was gifted this lovely doll I worked on from Queen of Squids. Unfortunately, I can't keep her right now. She's a lovely doll, and I may be a bit biased, but I still think her face up is pretty rad. I'd love for her to got to good home where she'd be appreciated. She even comes with all this clothes also provided by QoS! She looks adorable in dresses btw.

--------- NOTES: Doll is originally tan, but has been dyed to its current color by previous owner ( @queenofsquids ). No CoA. Face up by me. Doll has a chipped right ankle (please see photos).

Capsule wardrobe included (please see photos).

PayPal only. No holds. Payment can be split into two (2) payments. First payment is non-refundable. Must be paid within one (1) month.

Questions? Please PM me.

--------- Blog posts by Queen of Squids:

https://queenofsquids.tumblr.com/tagged/dyed%20supia%20roda

https://queenofsquids.tumblr.com/post/646927551771607041/finished-dunking-whole-doll-in-4-parts-racing-red

https://queenofsquids.tumblr.com/post/646195547102969856/i-am-quite-stymied-by-the-uneven-greening-on-the

https://queenofsquids.tumblr.com/post/179833510680/the-supiadoll-65cm-body-i-ordered-in-august