Hoard of Dolls

Shay I post a lot of animal dolls. If I post a picture of a recast, please message me and tell me. Married to SheeplyDolls Living with ResinFish

[pinkvetch-flyingpig-blog]

Hello everyone. I am your friendly sculptor, Flying Pig! My sculpts, Simido, is open for ordering from May 12 to June 12.

This time the faceup has 3 kinds of color to choose.

Please visit my website for more information: http://flyingpig8282.wixsite.com/pinkvetch

And I would be glad to answer any questions, too!

#bjd #pinkvetch #dollmaker #abjd #doll #dollstagram #dollsofinstagram #dolls #balljointeddoll #asianballjointeddoll #instabjd #instadoll #petdoll https://www.instagram.com/p/BxWrAIbg8Kt/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10b3lglvjacbh

[pussysoupforthesoul-deactivated]

plague doctors suiting up cuz another diseased bitch need some leeches on ha stomach

[pussysoupforthesoul-deactivated]

plague doctor watching the patient croak anyways cuz them leeches n bibles verses ain’t did shit

[lunaeregia]

vee PLEASE go to sleep

[pussysoupforthesoul-deactivated]

medieval thot getting hired as a plague doctor cuz he could read n all his family lived until 35

[resinfish]

@dragonsdollhoard not to bribe you further, but I will make your Julian these outfits as well.

[dragonsdollhoard]

I hate you and you’re a terrible influence and I’m flocking his chest hair

[elpatronrealg]

[aghostforafriend-deactivated201]

Bullshit

[werpiper]

BRILLIANT

[aimofdestiny]

@petermorwood

[petermorwood]

Swords from nails are cute: for how-to reference, here’s a video.

And here are some more ex-nails.

This looks like something Terry would have given the Nac mac Feegle. (NB, must glow blue in the presence of lawyers…)

If you want something bigger, there are plenty of photos of handsome knives made from old US railroad spikes…

This one is so well-finished that it looks incomplete without a proper grip; of course a grip would conceal its origin. YMMV. Swings and roundabouts..

Not just knives…

There are even swords (with extra metal added, of course).

There’s an attractive Middle Earth Elvish look to these.

[jell-o-cat]

Man that first one is like swords for mice

[sin-lord]

[decadentcryptid]

@lady-feral

[nyxypixie]

This is my first pro BJD artist day as an actual BJD artist. Though I was pro artist before, nothing gives you appreciation for these beautiful dolls like two months of refining, sanding and priming! Please support the people who make your dolls, it’s hard and often frustrating work!

[nyxypixie]

In light of more graphics and support going around, I thought I would reblog this and remind people that it’s important to be positive and humanize the people who put hard work into our dolls. I know recasting makes a lot of us very upset, but if the other side is trying hard to look like the frendlier option it’s important that we show that we care about this issue because of the harm recasting does to the people who create the dolls we love.

[mintyliciousbjd]

Okay, can we talk about how adorable Nobility Doll’s new birds are? I mean… LOOK! You can make ‘em perch by your computer so they can watch you browse Tumblr! 

Nobility Doll || Yoko comes in blue, pink, or olive

[nocakeno]

once again: if a community has behavioral standards and you actively refuse to meet them, you not being admitted to the group is not bullying. it’s housekeeping.

There is absolutely no reason for an artist community to be at all welcoming to people who want to prey on them.

Your feelings will never outweigh these people’s need to survive. And if you genuinely think that they should, then you need to reevaluate yourself.

[rosslynpaladin]

“stop bullying me by telling me I am stealing from youuuuuu when I pay people to steal from youuuuuu I AM THE VICTIM HERE”

~ recast buyers.

[notallfay]

This new “pro-people” label is really frustrating the hell out if me too. How can say you’re pro-people if you’re actively contributing to trying to destroy someone’s livelihood, and everything they’ve worked to create?

It’s more bullshit sugar coating, to try and make out you have some kind of caring “tolerance” when really all you are toleranting is immoral criminal activity. That harms actual people who are just trying to make an honest living from their skills, and create this hobby. How is that pro-people??? All because you want a certain doll? How can you claim you’re “pro-people” if you support that level of selfishness??

You’re not some “anti-bullying” advocate. You’re allowing, and justifying poor behaviour in this community that is killing this hobby. Whilst cheapening what bullying actually is.

[myheartissupernova]

By condoning recasts or turning blind eye to them you’re destroying the hobby. It is artists and pro artist people who make this hobby and community. You don’t contribute anything but negativity. You don’t belong here. We don’t want you here. Artists don’t want you here. Come back once you realise your errors and are ready to apologise and fix it by going legit and pro artist.

And I’m just going to say that using bullying, poverty or mental illness card to excuse your poor behaviour is extremely insulting to many legit people in the hobby who actually struggled and/or still struggle with those issues.

[mintyliciousbjd]

I think one of the many things that upsets me is that hobbyists who are vocally pro-artist have to justify their position. Like, the assumption is that a pro-artist is a bully unless they say otherwise. Why is that the case? I love people. I fight for people. I spread kindness on a daily basis and try to help others just as regularly. Anybody who takes a chance to get to know me sees that. So why am I (and all of us here) the “problem” for calling stolen plastic what it is: stolen. Why are we the ones newbies are warned to “avoid” because we’re “bullies” or “elitists”? I always reply to questions and am happy to help folks find their dream doll (or wig or eyes or whatever) so long as an artist benefits on the other end. My heart gets so happy whenever I see former recast owners go legit. I welcome them with open arms and hope to see more of that behavior before studios close up shop for good. I was so dismayed earlier this year when Dream of Doll fell victim to recasts—if a “big boy” like them can go under, what’s to say Fairyland, LUTS, SOOM, etc. isn’t next? That’s right: nothing. They could be next. They will be next if the recast problem isn’t addressed. (I know I’m speaking to the choir here, folks.) I’m just…. ugh. So heartbroken.

[nadeestar-deactivated20181001]

Your dolls are awesome

If they’re from an expensive company or an inexpensive one If they’re a super limited edition or a standard release If they’re a full doll from one company or a hybrid of multiple companies If they’re Hand sculpted or Computer generated If they have expensive outfits or affordable ones If they have Alpaca wigs or mohair If they have acrylic eyes or silicone  If they have an artist faceup or a personally done faceup

If they are legitimate dolls

Then they are wonderful dolls. Anyone who says otherwise is wrong. Celebrate your dolls and what you have been able to accomplish with them. 

Too many of us, myself definitely included, have become stuck in the mindset that our dolls aren’t good enough; that because we prefer certain styles, because we do not have the means to do some things that others can, that our dolls are somehow inferior to others. Its a lie, and we need to break the habit.

As long as your dolls are legit, and you love them, then they are perfect. You can strive to make them even more so, but they are nothing less than a wonderful reflection of yourself.

[mintyliciousbjd]

This x100.

[dragonsdollhoard]

So, I finally ballsed up and opened my Sideshow Premium Format Limited Edition Maleficent statue. She's number 138 out of 300, and I've had her since... 2011? 2010? Sideshow Collectibles sent her to me as part of their Christmas giveaway that year. Also, I'm wearing a peach tank top, I'm not naked, promise!

[kayke-k]

Good News/Bad News

Hey all,

It took me a while to come up with the wording on this, but here it is.

I wanted to announce some good news and bad news- which is completely subjective in this case!

Things are going very well for my art/paintings. I am in contact with many gallery owners and have a few shows lined up! I feel confident in my art abilities for once, and I feel as though I’m on the verge of something great. I just need more time to sit down and paint!

I also am doing great with Sideshow Collectibles and will be working for them on a few more projects. I am so happy to have this opportunity to be sculpting for such an amazing company!!

This means that I have less time for dolls. I am going to slow my roll on doll production and make all of my dolls convention exclusive. I am doing this simply because I do not have time to keep up with all these areas of work. And out of the 3 areas, producing dolls is the toughest and most labor intensive with the least amount of profit.

I was also recently, and to put it into short words: blackmailed by a BJD client. I sold a flawed doll for a very low price of $100. The listing specifically states that it has flaws and thus the low price- and to ask for more pictures if needed. I sold 4 flawed dolls without any problems. Those that had asked for pictures of the flaws received them.  One person that bought a flawed doll  (internationally) claimed it was flawed. Which it was! They denied purchasing a flawed doll and demanded a refund AND custom fees AND shipping fees refunded.

They threatened to ruin my reputation after I explained I would kindly refund the price of the doll but not the customs fees.

They ended up getting $175 from me and kept the doll, all so I wouldn’t get blasted on every doll forum and doll group.

I will admit that I did not take specific pictures of the flaws before sending it out- but they never asked for them. It slipped my mind. If someone pays a discounted price, and saw the listing description,  I made the assumption they knew what they were paying for. In any case, I couldn’t risk the drama.

But it helped solidify my position on my doll sales.

I am also done taking commissions for faceups- even for friends. I’ve noticed a decline in my ability to paint as well as I used to from lack of practice. I do my best, but it just isn’t good enough for me. I have too many things on my plate and I’m being pulled in too many directions.

But I am still pretty happy. I feel a shift in my life happening; a very positive one. If you asked me 4 months ago what I saw in my future, I would tell you straight up: death.

I finally have my PTSD under somewhat of a control and I am no longer suicidal or bedridden. It feels amazing to be productive and to put myself out there. Of course, there are risks with rewards. I know that the tough client I recently faced won’t be the last, and it certainly wasn’t the first. However, I want to continue on this positive path and therefore I’m cutting out what I no longer need.

Thank you all so much for listening.

Kayla

[dragonsdollhoard]

Omg, congrats on your Sideshow position! I've shopped with them for years and their stuff is AMAZING!

But heck that buyer. Wth.

It's so good to hear that you're doing well!

[dragonsdollhoard]

Minna has arrived!!!!

[sheeplydolls]

Spouse has their new doll!! (And a painting adventure soon!!)

[mintyliciousbjd]

What a cutie! Congrats on Minna’s arrival! :D

[dragonsdollhoard]

Thank you!!!

[dragonsdollhoard]

Minna has arrived!!!!

[dolkus]

Announcing the mysterious doll, “BONES” the Doctor with the bone arm, by Dollclans #bonearms #bjddoll #bjddoctor #dollclans

[tenasilvertear]

@balljointedcakes

[cosmicakes]

I’m really into this!!!!! @resinfish it’s the one I showed you that looks like kiriko only this one has a bone arm too

[resinfish]

Sweet! I can see why, he’s amazing :o

[probjdartists]

yesterday little rebel post this photos, and comment:

“This is so sad and so frustrating that I needed to share it here, because we need to do something or this hobby is going to be destroyed by people with no heart and no morals. This is only one case about many others but just take a moment to think how easy is to destroy the work of an artists in just a minute.

A doll that took months of hard work and money from an artist, can be stolen in a second without any shame or punishment.

I, as an artists who makes dolls, I can say that sometimes it took almost a year to finish a doll, and after that I have to save money to cast her (and to pay the Customs of course), and I have to sell at least 20 dolls to make some profit of it (profit for a month, not counting all the time that I “lost” making the doll). And then you see that any recaster can purchase any doll and copy it 5 time to make money and you can see how impossible this situation is for artists. How do you compete with these art thieves? The answer is: it is impossible. An artists can not afford it. Most doll “companies” are only one or two people business.

Please think about it, and think if you would consider fair that after a month of work, your boss give your salary to another person. It is crazy isn’t it? This is the same. Would you keep working to have your salary stolen every month?

I don’t want to make drama, I only would like that people think about this and the future of this hobby.“

So, you see how simple is becoming ruin a BJD artist? they only have to spam (and with their name and photos, shameless) on the recast group a dolls and recruit just 5 more person to stole a dolls and create another sculpt recasted to add at the long, long list. and the crucial point it’s exactly this. they’re super organized. like for the cocoriang toby: cocoriang blocked all sales for China, so they just made a post on gao page that said: if you want toby recast, we have to be at last 5 people and one of us had to buy it for him. and they made it. many people on the Italian community pro recast (or Anti-artist, like we call it) recruit neewbies with the promise of free love and not rules and they go to the dark side, so they can have all the dolls they want, since luo and gao promise free dolls for this pro-recast scout and bootleg behavior. and we and the artist, what we can do? they are so shameless because they know we can do nothing. the good thing is that this “attempt” was ended thanks to a little research, we convinced this girl that was a neewbie to not do it and arm Lilicat that is alone now running his bussines, and she was (of course apparently, but stay positive) convinced. but the next time? who is the next to fall?

[nyxypixie]

Five people. That’s all it takes for it to be worth stealing your hard work. That’s so disheartening. I hope they cannot get their greedy mitts on Lilycat’s beautiful kitty or anyone else’s dolls.

[glumshoe]

Tumblr has reached critical Mothman saturation. This is how you get cryptid burnout, guys.

[glumshoe]

you could literally write a post like “my girlfriend Mothman holds my hand in the swamp and gives me moth kisses, which are like butterfly kisses but nocturnal” and it’d get thousands of notes

let’s hear it for the Jersey Devil or Mongolian death worm or something for once

[r3ally-bad-url]

The mongolian death worm sucked my dick behind an arbys

[digital-morganism-deactivated20]

i drank 7 mountains dew and astral projected to fight a kraken

[sympolite]

y’all mind if i

[gayworstenemy-deactivated201803]

the ningen is a lesbian and she’s my best friend

[rhodabotics]

Tree octopi exist and they stole my Costco membership card

[caitninja]

The Jersey Devil is eating one slice of my pizza while maintaining eye contact with me. We’re watching each other as I type this. My pizza is disappearing.

[slothsleuth-deactivated20170324]

Some please help me the Loveland Frog is eating a Kitkat wrong like they’re not even breaking it apart they’re just eating it and I’m

[itsdralicorn]

Self care is getting drunk and paying the Hopkinsville Goblin to drop kick you into the sun.

[glumshoe]

this is not exactly what I had in mind but I can’t say I’m displeased with where it’s gone

[justspilledcoffee]

The Skunk Ape exists and will appear to you if you say her name three times while looking in the mirror in a Publix bathroom.

[dragonsdollhoard]

[dragonsdollhoard]

[dragonsdollhoard]