/jp/ - Otaku Culture

You didn't put BJD in the OP again. Look forward to more people posting about their life-sized sex dolls.

can you fuck it

/meme

>>22346171

>>22346524
Wow thats a lot of Shipon! Id say more than a couple..

>>22347203
The guy is a beast when it comes to collecting. You can see his vast collection of MDDs in To heart outfits at most Dollpa and Dollshow events.

>>22347203
Said MDDs and one of the Shipons at a Dollshow

>>22347203
...and a Dollpa for good measure. Ignore the attention whore.

Practicing making clothes for when my doll gets here. Should be easier working with the nearly twice as big dollfie since my only model is too small, but this is a real big pain in the butt. Any resources for sewing doll clothes? I have no idea what I'm doing. Any recommendations for commissioning a wig, and either a faceup or just the eyes? And probably over sized bust clothes when I inevitably give up on that. I'm googling and gonna message random stores on etsy, but some leads would be nice. I know of those two nips on Yahoo that sell big bust clothes. I'm gonna try to put together a Uni.

>>22347049
Oh lol! That just manufactured wear-n-tear on those shorts. Speaking of which, even though those are basically perfect as itself, those shorts won't work for Hilda. I need HOTPANTS. So I ordered some cheap ones on Ebay that I won't hesitate to cut off.

Also, I don't know what's up with some sellers but DAMN they ship FAST! The vest already arrived and it's quite stylish.

>>22348629
To make the Pokemon Hilda vest, I'll need to cut off lots of material and sew the cuts. I'll have a busy week-end!

have a good scary day

>>22348636
The more I see that coat, the more I want to keep it as is. I'd rather buy some material and make the "Hilda Vest" myself. I'd observe how the coat is made to get an idea how to start.
Oh boy, this will be going blind with my hands tied in my back.

Now I'll have a coat and shorts as spare clothes. Guess my DD Hatsune Miku will have a change of style sooner than I thought!

>sold out in seconds
somebody fucking stop him

>>22348449
this looks like a pretty good technique for drafting/draping clothes for over-sized busts

https://youtu.be/59NfwlouHw8

i'll probably give this a try once i get 2B

>>22350255
That's a really cute face, Danny must know she would've sold, but instead is like "hurr durr one off prototype". God I hate him so fucking much.

>>22350278
Not knowing what dress forms are, I watched for ten minutes in complete confusion like a retard. What is the point of putting all that tape. Why is she stuffing it like a pillow. Then she mentioned safely poking needles and it clicked. It'd be pretty dang helpful to be able to pin fabrics to the body when trying to put something together.

>>22348636
With that jacket you could make a Marnie instead and she's cuter than Hilda.

How the hell is Volks already sold out of the Christmas stuff they JUST put on the site? I've been checking their stuff like crazy

>>22350379
Still, That's Hilda I really want to make.
However, my Miku will have one swell city-wear as a result of all the "don't wanna ruin it" stuff I'll give to her.

>>22350255
>>22350331
He literally just put up a jacket and it vanished when I clicked to get a better look. I'm fucking baffled. I get dropping a few hundred on a doll head or even a full outfit, but on a fucking jacket?

Someone needs to update this compilation.

>>22350875
Would you please stop crying over spilled milk, you little bitch?

This is getting annoying as fuck.

>>22350913
Why do you assume every person irritated by this bullshit is the same person?

>>22350932
I was not assuming it's the same person. I said the "you" as in referring to a group. Be irritated all you want. But the rubbing your pleasure spot while shouting hate will give you nothing and will only serve to spread negativity.

If you want to make a hate thread, go hate somewhere else. Doll threads are supposed to be about comfy fun, not fucking drama-queens-circle-jerking.

FUCK

It's hard not to think of dolls in a sexual manner when their owners keep posting things like this

>>22352035
>Bitchin'

>>22350255
>painted open mouth on closed mouth sculpt
not sure i like that

>>22352035
Dolls are very sexual. Some people just don't want the threads to talk about that, though.

>>22352324
>Some people just don't want the threads to talk about that, though.

That's a shame. So much of it that exists on an artistic level is also very sexual.

Can we talk about AP having assholes then?

show me

I don't want to get banned again

Well then you can't.

Don't be such a prude

yeah do it. we won't report you.

alternately you can link us to the banned post in the archive. can you at least do that?

I didn't get banned for posting an asshole, here's an imgur link. NSFW obviously, it's a doll asshole.
https://imgur.com/a/7yg54Es

>>22351735

If you were trying for a DDH-01 you have to be quicker than that. It's their most popular sculpt, and everyone from social media poster/custom makers to people who want to paint their own want them. Click wars are hell.

>>22352774
I stayed up to buy it but I forgot It was fucking commiefornia time and fell asleep waiting for it to come up, and It was sold out first thing in the morning.
Waiting warmly for next restock

>>22352035
I want that sweater.

Is it ok to use a hair dryer on the head of a doll? I bought an older dd and want to change the eyes but the head cap is difficult to remove.

>>22354344
Yeah I think so, just don't get it super hot and melt it.

>>22352035
Those faces are adorable.

>>22352324
>>22352608

I don't mind it at all as long as there's an artistic angle and cute-sexy.
Outright strapons/dildo props, ahegaoshit, fake/real cum, and full auto degenerate shit can go.

>>22354618
Blame the mental giants here that can't distinguish a good aesthetic from straight up whacking material.

>>22354623
Thinking that whacking material can't have a good aesthetic makes you the one with a mental shortcoming here.

can you fuck it.

y

https://www.instagram.com/p/B4U5GX0grDe/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

I'm not a comicsfag, is this... accurate?

>>22357386
By "comic accurate" one must specify WHICH comic. Because there's hundreds of official variations and interpretations. So if the doll please you, go for it.

IMO, that doll look more like a weeb cosplaying than the "real" character though. Look fine still.

wasn't someone wishing for this

>>22357819
fucking NICE

>>22357819
WHAT
i'm so happy bros, thanks for posting this

>>22348449
The outfit isn't that complicated to make outside giving the cups shape which is a problem for any outfit, no idea if I'll be able to make it look good. The triangles are a bitch since my scissors can only cut through two folds of fabric. I did do the pleats which is simple enough; just need to make them more pronounced. Missing the top layer of the skirt with the cutout, which is simpler than the pleats. Body should be here within a week or two, haven't bought a head yet(trying tonight), bust is waiting at proxy's warehouse to ship. I'm pretty excited. Hope it all comes together well.

>>22357819
Still a lottery I assume? Not gonna get my hopes up for one but at least the price won't go up more for awhile.

Any good places to find lewd doll clothes?

>>22358885
invest in a pair of sewing scissors if you're gonna keep sewing, the sharpness is important especially if you're doing something small like doll clothes

Bros why am I retarded, I've been exclusively checking the VolksUSA website, I havent even glanced at the jp website for clothes
Someone tell me they ship to US through that site before I get my hopes up

>>22360386
They do ship to the US however it's obviously going to cost you more than just buying from the volksusa page

>>22360418
Yeah I figured that much, they seem like they have a wider selection though. I mean shit they have jeans. JEANS anon!

>>22359325
Etsy has everything from lingerie to doll-sized sex toys and kink gear. Go wild.

>>22360386
If you want Dollfie Dream stuff, (or any other weeb stuff) go to Mandarake. It may be ironically cheaper than Volks USA even if you count shipping. Plus it's there you will find lots of discontinued stuff.

https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/?lang=en

>>22360418
>>22360424
>They do ship to the US however it's obviously going to cost you more than just buying from the volksusa page
Volksusa gouges prices. Sometimes you're better off buying from the international store. Fill a cart and compare.

>>22358967
Pic says Dollpa in December and in stores January. Dollpa has a drawing, and so may stores.

>>22361032
Prices aside they have terrible stock in the US as well. I bought a couple things a couple days ago and now it shows them as out of stock

>>22361070
Well, supply comes from the international store. It's usually slim pickins

>>22361437
Yeah, I kinda figured. I'm used to Japan stiffing us but I'm new to dolls so I'm in the middle of my adjustment period

Welp, threw up my bid and now I have to go to work. Wish me luck.

>>22361480
And I lost. Ended up 100 over my 250. Are there any good faceup commissioners at that range? I saw one on Etsy that I might go with, but scary not knowing how the finished product will look until months after paying.

>>22362044

ShiNesWorkshop on Etsy was really great to work with, and does a digital mock-up for you before painting, and asks for an approval before sealing. Next time I'm working on a custom I'll be using her again.

>>22360386

I usually only use the VolksUSA store for a second chance on clickwar items. The prices kinda even out if you buy multiple things at once (shipping is only EMS so it's a $20 minimum for me) so if you're only getting one thing the price difference usually evens itself out.

>>22362638
Yeah, their work looks good. Do you know if the included eyes/wig are custom? It just says "that fits your character."

>>22362818

I don't know if they are , I bought my wigs and eyes from different vendors, as I had already planned all that out.

>>22362044
If you want face-ups, I can recommend someone who is not afraid to think outside the box. This Leaf lady can do about anything and at a fair price.

https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/TicketyBooCreations

Is it cringe to want to create a doll that looks like a mini you? Asking for a friend...

>>22363213
It's only cringe if you make it cringe.

>>22363213
make whatever kinda doll you want as long as you're happy with it, end of the day it's your money and your enjoyment of the doll

>>22363227
>>22363301
Yeah, agree...
Is 800 + shipping a reasonable budget for everything? Including maybe one basic outfit?
I'm sure it depends on a lot of things, but I'm brand new to this and looking for ballpark. I'm thinking maybe 1/5 scale if that helps.

>>22363367
With that budget, you can go standard 1/3. You could get something neat like a full set. Then, get clothes over time.

You can go to Mandarake for Dollfie dreams:
https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/listPage/list?soldOut=1&dispCount=240&keyword=dollfie%20dream&lang=en

Or go Smart Doll:
https://shop.smartdoll.jp/

Or even Obitsu Parabox:
https://paraboxshop.jp/index_en_jpy_123.html#ss3size

>>22354762
>>22352324
>>22345066
thanks for sharing these imgs. i like them a lot.

>>22363128
Gosh dang, some of those are revolting. I won't deny her skill though. Does she do generic anime faces? She explicit says she won't copy another artist's work, but does that refer to just faceups or does it include characters? I'll just ask her if you don't know.

>>22364277
"Some are Revolting" you say? But are some others incredible too? Because if it's the case, this just prove that she have a wide range of skills. I was the one who commissioned the old Pullip lady and it's a challenge she gladly accepted without charging extra.

As for if she can do anime faces, your best bet is to ask her directly. She's quick to answer and is a very nice person.

hi

>>22363128
This is some nightmare fuel shit right here

>>22362638
So ShiNes says they provide the head as part of the payment, but DDH-01s are always out of stock. Did they just manage to stock up big time or do they use bootlegs? Obviously they wouldn't admit to the latter.

>>22368752

They're always sold out in the US store. The international store has them most of the time. They're there right now as a matter of fact. She's a well known and often used artist in the community (outside of here), and the other people I've talked to who've used her have never had an issue with recast heads. The only DD that really ever gets recast is Miku, and it's really obvious to figure out which is which. There's really no profit for bootleggers on a $30 blank item like a DDH-01.

>>22368881
Oh, neat. Would it be worth it to ship directly from Volks Japan, or should I have ZenMarket buy one for me and add it to my items I have waiting to be shipped with them?

>>22368896

Volks Japan only ships internationally with EMS, so if you're looking for cheaper shipping consolidating would probably be cheaper.

>>22347557
Oh, I really regret buying a normal sized DD. MDDs make me so much happier to look at. Thankfully one of my IRL friends also happens to collect dolls and he's going to buy my DD off me after the holidays, but wow I really wish I had bought a MDD instead. This photo is making me so happy to just look at.

>>22369280
I like DDP for the cute smalll factor while still having some curves. I was always more JC than JS. Though my next one will be an MDD.

>>22368908
consolidating is def the way to go, but on many occasions Volks.jp and EMS came out to be less than VolksUSA, especially when you drop a few hundred on bodies.

Is there any significant difference in product when buying from Volks jp vs Volks USA? Obviously I expect it would all be packaged in japanese but beyond that?
Also, how do you guys store the extra clothes you have for your dolls? I'm considering getting a small trunk for them

>>22369960
If I don't have the original packaging for clothes I'll put them in big ziploc bags, then put everything in a box like this. Looking up sweater boxes is a good place to start.

>>22369960

They are the exact same product in the exact same packaging to my experience. The Volks USA site is what remains of a push to have an actual showroom in the US. It failed, but they kept the "mail order" open as that was still turning a profit.

I keep all of my doll clothes in a little chest of drawers I got from Ikea. The Pallra, was only $15, and holds just about everything. I'm getting ready to expand with a second one though when I get my second doll.

>>22369977
Oh, those bins are a good idea, I guess I've been thinking about a trunk for a more fanciful air but sweater boxes seem like a more practical idea
>>22369982
Oh really? I'd figured the packaging in the US was a bit localized but that's neat. It definitely seems like the USA site is sort of a redheaded stepchild
>I keep all of my doll clothes in a little chest of drawers I got from Ikea. The Pallra
Oh that looks cute too! I'll have to look around for any small trunks or dressers that I can find

>>22349765
Well, turn out I cut out bits and thing off the coat, them made a pro sew the resulting mess into something coherent. I also got the boots today. All I need to do is change the laces and paint the sides of the soles. Unfortunately, I'll have to get longer socks.

Hilda is coming along nicely!

>>22370153

That vest turned out pretty darn good from the pic. Glad to see she's coming along!

>>22370186
I'll ask the same ladies at the shopping mall to mod the upcoming bag and the better shorts. I can't sew for shit and they do a great job for dirt cheap.

>>22370004
Yep, goods from the US store is just japanese product with a painful markup because it exchanged hands one more time. As mentioned above the markup sometimes works against you. If you're buying socks or a bodystocking it's probably advantageous but you usually come out on top if you buy a body or doll straight from japan. Think of it as a second chance outlet, especially it comes to lotteries.

>>22370556
Man that's good to know, I'm gonna get my doll my next paycheck, as well as some supplies and clothes. My fingers are crossed that some of the stuff I picked out is still in stock when I get paid in a couple days but I'm real nervous it won't be

Pretty sure this isn't a great place to ask, not sure about the amount of fujos/gays but does anyone know if Azone has said anything about making any more 50cm boys? Their last and only one was a couple years ago now. Maybe the small ones just sell better?

What's it mean on Volks jp website when it says "products waiting to be received"?
Does it mean it'll be in stock soon or is there a waitlist or something?

>>22371887
On order, that's all.

>>22371894
Any kinda estimate to when it'll be back? Is there a typical timeframe?

>>22357819
Will they sell just her outfit too? I'd like to get a backup set for my Arle.

>>22372011
You should get the full set. From what I understand the original came with the green puyo, you get red and purple, as well as another Carbuncle

I didn't want Arle at first but seeing everyone make customs with her, now I'm tempted, too.

Just want to say good choice on the OP pic, OP. Very easy to find in the catalog.

The eternal experience in this hobby is thinking "after I pay off this doll, I'm going to take a step back and focus on the ones I have," and then immediately finding another one to start a payment plan on.

Why are dolls so great, anons?

>>22376317
I thought I'd have only ONE 1000$CAN doll. That Dollfie Dream Sister was supposed to be the only one. Then I got a 1000$CAN Dollfie Dream. Then I'm building a 1000$CAN Smart Doll...
I doubt that last one will be the last.

>>22376383
https://twitter.com/PANDAxCOPANDA/status/1191358218762502144

>>22376317
>payment plan

>>22376630
What? Let this poorfag be a poorfag in peace. Just because I can survive dropping 900 dollars on a doll at once doesn't mean I ever want to have to do that shit again. People talk about ramen diets when they're saving but fuck that, cabbage and beans are cheaper and better for you, even if a month on them isn't great.

Related to the above anons, you ever just stop and count up how much you've spent on dolls? I just did, not counting clothes. I wouldn't recommend it, I'm a little horrified in hindsight.

>>22376746
It's less than I spent on my house and they make me a lot happier.

>>22376746

I have and it doesn't phase me since future financial prospects for me look good.

I love my girls, I wouldn't want to feel indebted with them.

>>22376746
I always keep track of how much I've spent on pretty much everything, no reason not to. I don't feel bad about how much I've spent on them at all though, it's not like I'm putting myself in a bad spot having to cut back on other things for my dolls since I budget well. I feel as long as you do that and don't let your spending get out of control there's no harm at all in buying things for your own happiness.

>>22376760
This is pretty much my situation as well.

I'd be horrified if other people got to know how much I've spent on them though.

>>22376746

I just have one doll, so it's not that bad... clothes on the other hand, I don't want to think about.

>>22376766
Thanks anons, hearing that does make me feel better. I budget and generally try to be mindful of the budget before I get anything, but I was raised to have a lot of hangups around buying personal things, so I do struggle with it sometimes.

>>22376898
That said, I'm in the same boat as this anon. No one can ever knowhow much this hobby actually costs. It's funny that for other hobbies people don't question it -- camera equipment is some bullshit as far as pricetags can go -- but as soon as it's something like dolls or figurines (or even comic books) people side-eye you like you've lost your mind.

maybe if I stop eating I can afford a qt vinyl companion

>>22378910
never do that, it's a slipery slop maybe you'll save enough for a doll by starving yourself bu then you'll want to buy her new clothes etc etc

I like slippery slop.

no chewing.

Why didn't anyone tell me there was a doll of that one anon's rikka drawings?

>>22377022

I'm gonna wager it's because dolls have zero practical purposes, and tend to align with toys. They don't really have a utility.
>but what about other hobbies etc. etc.
Those are active hobbies; with dolls, you kinda just buy them and let them sit and that's it. Most people don't think you'd be playing with them all the time.

Not that I mind this perception at all. Could care less.

>>22381715
>Could care less.

>>22378910
I once had a breakdown and stopped eating for several weeks. stopped eating, and it will do damage to your organs that doesn't go away once you start eating again. Don't fuck with that.

I'm ok now.

>>22382493
I'm pretty sure he was joking anon but I'm glad you're better now. Stay healthy!

>>22382517
not really. how does someone with limited income get into dolls? i'm not a doctor or a lawyer so adjusting my budget is the only way i can find the funds.

>>22382650
On my end, I don't have kids, I don't have a car, and my only debt is due to my hobby, which is below 2000$. I'm not rich but I'm not poor either.

So I can afford deluxe dolls.

what are the going rates for donating ... fluids?

>>22382650
save a little every month i guess, it's the same as saving up for any moderately large purchase. take it out in cash and put it in a doll fund box if that's what you have to do

>>22382650
Buying dolls on a payment plan has been very helpful for me personally. I know getting dogs secondhand is a meme in this board but you can pay off customized dolls in the west that you can pay off that way as well. You'll find that a lot of people in this hobby, resin and vinyl both, are just as poorfag as the rest of us -- don't be afraid to ask about their flexibility.

Related: I'm finally paying off a Miku at the end of the month, just finished paying off SmD Ebony, still paying off Kanu and another DD, and I just started a plan on another SmD -- it's definitely something I have to budget for, but what matters is that it's doable and I'm getting the dolls I want without living off cabbage and beans.

You got this anon.

>>22383630
Finding someone to buy plasma can be tricky depending on where you live, no one buys blood. Semen can be fairly lucrative if you pass the stringent tests to provide it, but the schedule can be demanding and in 20 years people can track you down and potentially try to form a relationship with you for fathering them by proxy, which is not my cup of tea personally.

If femanon, selling your eggs can be truly lucrative, but the fertility drugs you have to take beforehand are no fucking joke and can leave permanent side-effects after the fact, in addition to the fact that donating eggs is a real surgery.

Kidneys are stable at around 10k, but it's not worth it given the conditions of harvest.

If you have long hair you can still get a few hundred bucks for it, virgin hair (untreated) preferred. Switch to sulfate-free shampoos and silicon/e-free conditioners a month before harvest to increase value.

Medical trials still pay decently if there are any in your area, caveat emptor the fucking side-effects, pray you wind up in the placebo.

Prostitution is still illegal in most states (idk international laws) and has a lot of risks, but you can make a fair bit as a side hustle if you're safe and savvy. Flipping shit on ebay's generally a better idea though.

I think that covers most of the ways you can make money off your body, I just woke up so if I forget anything that's on me.

>>22384365
You've... researched these things previously, haven't you.

>>22384534
People joke about being poorfags but living it is a whole 'nother thing entirely. Things are better now.

>tfw you just notice the yokai slayer set

>>22385219
shit wrong thread and i cant delete it

good job.

I am progressing slowly. My sewing machine is a piece of junk. Figured out how to do the pleats properly, just gotta practice until they look good. Needs math. Shoes are surprisingly simple. You just cut out a vague shape and sew it together and suddenly you have a recognizable item. Obviously that's how sewing works, but still. Body should be here friday. Bust ready to ship from proxy, but now I'm waiting for them to get the head, which will end up making 4 trips total.

>>22386033
And not ten minutes after that post, the mail arrived. Any defects I should look for while warranty is still fresh?

>>22386618
Can't tell with one picture. But one thing is sure, stain prevention or not, that bodysuit when there's lots of skin exposed make the doll look ugly as hell. Like an obese person who lost weight too quickly. You should not be afraid of stain with pale clothes. Such a bodysuit would be good for dark and heavy dresses that cover about everything.

The overpriced stand has scratches and chips. Probably not enough for a return, but annoying.

>>22386770
Yup, but I'm paranoid and it won't fit the bust coming anyway. Will probably cut it up.

>>22386825
>I'm paranoid

FEAR THE DOLL THAT SAT BRAND NEW AND SEALED IN HER BOX WITH HER STOCK ON FOR YEARS!

>>22386885
Please delete this image

>>22386885
I've seen some shit but that's impressive... masybe just buy new legs.

>>22350255
I wonder if Smart Doll will make more of that type of 2D/'soulful' face up? Iris Collect has been doing it lately, and I think they're making their eyeballs more easy to adjust? I'd like for DDs to do it as well. Paint more than just a black line for eyelashes and not pick oversized blank-stare pupils, I mean.

>>22387858
That's a really cute outfit. is it being sold on its own?

>>22387641
looks like a cheaper, smaller doll anyway

>>22387641
>>22388320
It's Dal Fiori. She was not that expensive at 8K yen and once her clothes are back on, the stains don't matter.

The irony is that Jun Planning "protected" her legs with clear plastic tape. It was not very effective.

>>22388544
Some mitigations are a placebo. using pantyhose seems like a good idea but I've seen blacks/blues/[p]leather all stain through anyway.

> once her clothes are back on, the stains don't matter.

Words to live by. once your first doll stains just save the body for darker/risker clothes or modest designs.

>>22388703
Stains truly matter for resale value of if the doll change clothes often from swimwear to winter wear.

I'm not stressing over stains anyway. I bought those dolls and I'm enjoying them to their fullest. I even dared to apply the number decals on both my Vocaloid Dollfie Dreams.

>try to make a payment on Volks jp through paypal
>transaction failed, no notification through PayPal of it going through
>try again, same result
>try entering my card manually
>same result
>wtf
>check my bank on a hunch
>got charged twice through PayPal and the third was declined
Already got my bank to solve the issue on their end but, what the fuck, who do I contact about this, PayPal or Volks? Anybody else had this issue?

>>22388740
>I even dared to apply the number decals on both my Vocaloid Dollfie Dreams.
Look out we got a wildman here.

>>22388878
>>try to make a payment on Volks jp through paypal
>>transaction failed, no notification through PayPal of it going through
>>try again, same result

Sometimes merchant connections are flaky. Not much to it. Probably won't happen again.

>>try entering my card manually
>>same result
>>wtf

When making large purchases in overseas shops I like to set a travel notification with my bank online. Saved me a lot of headaches when buying with amiami or waiting for a concert/lotto payment to go through.

>>check my bank on a hunch
>>got charged twice through PayPal and the third was declined
>Already got my bank to solve the issue on their end but, what the fuck, who do I contact about this, PayPal or Volks? Anybody else had this issue?

For these types of problems you need to sort it out with the merchant, aka Volks. Paypal is just a payment processor, other than the fact they have direct access to your bank account they're not too different from the companies that operate retail point of sale machines. Volks and pretty much any merchant will have a process to correct these mistakes (void, refund etc.) Failing that then you'd then go through paypal, or eventually your bank. Also, I you're using a credit card and not a debit card. If shit went horribly wrong the bank is more motivated to get the money back since the money spent is technically theirs until you're issued a statement.

Still no news about 2B's dollfie shipment and payement?

Gonna try my hand at making the dress form, but is masking tape or other kinds of tape bad for vinyl dolls? Will it leave residue? I was going to try to avoid directly taping the body but I want to know how badly I should freak out if I get some on.

>>22390992
No idea. But I think paper masking tape, the kind use to paint and is easily removable, should be safe. As long that it's on only for a few days, not years.

>>22390224
Nope. Still waiting. Ordered from Volks Intl. on day one.

>>22350255
I want it's a doll, don't ask me why

It came out okay. Is Fedex better than EMS? It ships faster, costs less, and is less restrictive for weight/size. Is their quality poor? Random size combinations can make their price skyrocket though.

>>22392603
>Fedex better than EMS

One is not universally better than the other. Price it out.

When did danny get so woke

>>22393665
Wasn't he like this from the start?

>>22393665
His "muh racism" bullshit is pretty grating, especially when he compares working retail to literal slavery, but the amputee dolls are neat I guess. My cousin would've liked those if he was still alive, he lost both his legs in a mining accident.

>>22394697
I really like those, now i want a full prosthetic SD

Has or does anyone else dress their girls according to the season? Anyone else gotten their girls into Winter/Summer clothing?

>>22395173
I've been building my wardrobe to do just that! I'll try to get some cool-weather photos of the girls today while I'm out.

>>22395173
Even though it's not the right kind of doll for this thread, my upcoming Pullip Carol will be the one to change clothes often. I just hope her body will not be stained red all over from her default Santa suit.

Anyone know if there's, er, anatomically correct anime dolls? I know there's a ton of resin ones that do it, but those are mostly western afaik

>>22395528
Grey uniform , but not that one. THE X WAS SPRAYPAINTED.

>>22395528
Some of the Angel Philia dolls might fill that niche?

>>22395528
Just do some hybrid. Get a body, get a head, and match.
But yeah, Angel Philia is the best bet despite the creepy faces.
http://faithz.com/angel-philia-instockpreorder-dolls-c-100_117.html?zenid=b4ac4d264622b9bf719af34b3ea2ffd5

>>22395528
Angel Philia Meru is the one you want. Ellie, too, but she's more loli-style which may or may not be your thing.

>>22395762
shame i's a pain in the ass to get them if you dont pre order

>>22395913
Amen to that.

>>22395528
There are 3rd party sellers who do lewd parts for dollfies, though it’s hard to find anything for some of the body types.

Are you guys talking about doll assholes again?

>>22396963
yes most doll owners are asshole

>>22398119
Having hopped around the /toy/ BJD and Fashion Doll threads, I can totally agree.

>>22398119
I once had someone impersonate me during a doll auction to try and make the seller cancel my (winning) bid. Some people are literally batshit over dolls.

>>22395173

I do mine by the month/season. It's a lot of fun, and actually is one of my favorite parts about having a doll.

>>22399128

I posted in the last thread, but this was her early October look, half way through the month I added a hood, replaced the beer steins with a mouser in one hand and holding a picnic basket on her other arm. I haven't taken a pic of her November outfit yet, but I'll post when I do.

>>22399492

>tfw super dollfie get'sves a full choice system online but dream is only at physical locations

>>22399932
What are you talking about? And did you had a seizure while typing "get'sves" because the Google does nothing.

I'm talking about how there's a full choice system for SD online while DD choice is only at physical volks stores'steves.

>>22399976
I have absolutely no idea what you are looking for, but maybe this will help? (Mandarake, English, sold out items hidden.)

https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/listPage/list?dispCount=240&soldOut=1&keyword=dollfie%20dream&lang=en

>>22399995
I'm not looking for anything. If you don't have any clue what someones talking about why bother replying to them?

>>22400219
So what's the point of complaining that you can't find anything if you are looking for nothing?
Please start making sense.

>>22400253
Like I said I was never looking for anything. Try reading my posts again, but slower this time.

>>22401138
So you admit you are posting nothing for no reasons.
Okay then.

>>22401165
>I don't know what DD and SD choice systems are but I'm going to keep posting anyways!
One simple google search and you couldve avoided all of this, anon. Why are you such a baka?

>>22401195
>DD and SD choice systems
Y U NO just say "create-a-doll workshop" instead of bringing obscure BJD lingo?

Anyway, I would love for Dollfie Dream and Smart Doll to be like Parabox, where you can chose the body, eyes, and wig that you want, then THEY assemble it for you.

>>22401233
Forgot to mention the head.
At Parabox, you can get non-painted, machine painted, or hand-painted. Too bad their clothes selection suck.

>>22401233
Because that's what its friggen called anon!!
And yeah same I would love that too. I actually do have a doll from DDC but its a gigantic pain in the butt to try to get one.

>>22401242
>their clothes selection suck
Take that back anon they have a really cute hakama

>>22401271
>Take that back anon they have a really cute hakama
I should have meant about their very limited stock. What clothes they do have are amazing. But it's "sold out" festival over there. So many cock-tease listings...

>>22401233
>Y U NO
Please leave.

>>22401433
Shut the fuck up, zoomer.

>>22401433
OK boomer.

Anyone ever try to put a obitsu head on a dollfie? I see a lot of tutorials on how to put a dollfie head on an obitsu but can’t find anything for the reverse. Is there an adapter I can just buy off yahoo japan or something?

>>22401730
Super Dolfie, or Dollfie Dream? Because both bodies are fundamentally different. If the body you are talking about is a Dollfie Dream, there wouldn't be much mods to do. If you're lucky enough that the neck "spike" is a tight fit to the head hole, you'd be set. If not, either taping the neck spike or enlarging the head hole would be enough.

In case of a Super Dollfie, it's another can of worm entirely.

>>22402565
Dollfie dream. Sounds easy enough. Thanks.

>>22403347
Are you going to get or already have a DD body and you'll take one of those heads for it?
https://paraboxshop.jp/index_en_jpy_133.html

You'll have to make sure about the skin tone match though. Also, there is two kinds of 1/3 heads. The ones for a 47/50cm bodies:
https://paraboxshop.jp/index_en_jpy_133-140.html
And the ones for 55/60cm bodies:
https://paraboxshop.jp/index_en_jpy_133-141.html

If you don't want a realistic-ish head, only the 47/50cm options would be good. However, those heads may be too small. Be careful, anon.

Last case, if your DD body is a 43cm Mini Dollfie Dream. In that case, the heads for 40/45cm bodies are your only options:
https://paraboxshop.jp/index_en_jpy_133-139.html

For the prices those hand-painted heads still go for, take care in choosing the right one.

Is it time to take the shotapill, bros..?

>>22404024
Reissue of Len? About time!
Will Rin be reissued too?

>>22404024
This will be a second chance for many.

Got my Rin last year for 80K yen plus shipping from Mandarake. Counting the fact that my DD Miku from Volks had cost me 100$ more due to Canadian customs last June, I'm glad I didn't wait for Rin. However, Rin is now 100K yen at Mandarake so Volks USA will be the best option for everyone.

>>22404208
I WAS HOPING WE'D GET LUKA YESSS

>>22404267
For the normal price too!
Because the other option was the 100K yen one from Mandarake.

>>22370210
>>22370153

is her hair only temporary? She's really cute but I feel like her hair is a little bit messy.
Remember to pour some hot water over the wig so itll sit flat on her head and not be so poofy around the bang area.
Good job so far though!
I'm really looking forward to the end product.

>>22405035
I messed up the wig BADLY. It must remain curly for the character though so I'll have to tone down the frizzes. Once she have her hat on, the messy hair will be less apparent. Ideally, she's need a with twice the hair but for now, this default wig will do.

As for the vest, I'm going to fix it with a wire. I'll go to a pro seamstress to have her fold the fabric seam over the steel wire and sew that on. It will shorten the vest and I'll be able to literally bend it to my will! Making the vest either form fitting or floaty as I wish. It's size will also be reduced to what it should be.

>>22405144
>Ideally, she's need a with twice the hair
*Ideally, she'd need a wig with twice the hair

I must had a seizure while typing that...

>>22404024
I have a Len, he is super cute. I'm considering picking up his sister too this sale.
>>22399932
There's a proxy group on facebook you can do Dream Choice with.

>>22405144
Volks water wax and wig styling products are literally a life-saver.

>>22405290
I'm aware there are multiple proxies for it but its lame that SD owners can just get theirs online with practically no hassle while us weebs are cucked into having to use proxies or actually go to a physical store.

>>22405611
I'll take note.
Thanks!

>>22405671
It's been fun to watch your progress, good luck with your goals anon!

>>22405678
Thanks!
All the parts are coming along nicely except for the bag. That bag cost 50$US at Etsy but it's the wrong kind. For how beautiful it is and the price I paid, I just don't have the heart to mod it.

The same bag maker have what will be a not too-accurate but still the right style of bag at

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/726354215/messenger-bag-for-bjd-13-sized

Unfortunately, it will take weeks or for the maker to have the fuchsia material back in stock. So in the meantime, my DD Hatsune Miku will have that bag. There's also a whole change of clothes for her coming soon. Miku will be hip and cool, all because she'll get Hilda's first shorts and bag.

As for Rin, I'm eying a DDS clothes set at Mandarake. I'm broke for now so that will have to wait.

--------

Forgot to tell, Hilda will have a 9" Tepig plushie as a companion, won off Ebay for 10$CAN shipped. Last problem is to find a Pokeball that will fit in her hand. Guess I'll have to build it from scratch.

>>22405751
They should exist somewhere, Danny Choo often photographs his dolls holding little Pokeballs, and I've yet to find where they're being sold at.

Sorry for the messy desk, but I just tried this on my Kyouko!! I love how she looks

I also got a blythe jacket but it was waay too big. Handmade perhaps? Weird stylistic choice?

>>22407981

>>22350754
Dude are you blind? The event hasn’t even started yet

>>22409408
Which event are you guys talking about, the one with the Vocaloid stuff or something else?

Sometimes I feel like my dolls are findomming me.

>>22412196
Don't worry Anon, you're imagining things.

Who else does obitsu 1/3 outside of azone and angel philia?

>>22415072
oh and i forgot parabox ofc

>>22415089
For me, Obitsu is for 1/6 dolls. Their 1/3 bodies are very unappealing. As for Angel Philia, those are creepy as fuck.

>>22415639
>Angel Philia
>Creepy
Hey come on anon some of those are really cute. Personally I really like Mana and Elle/Ellie.

>>22416024
That page with all the cum faces made an imprint on my mind.

>>22416288
Luckily(?) I can't say I know what you're talking about, so they're still cute to me.

>>22416024

I want to make Ellie my first Angelphilia but why do they have to be a pain in the butt to find and buy.

>>22416922
Just pray another one comes up on manda or they make a new model you like.

Hi-res

Starting to debate on going to DP in December or line up in January.

Could someone help me out with Dollfie measurements? I've got mine ordered but it'll take a while so in the meantime I'm gonna make a couple scarves for her
I wanna make an infinity scarf but idk how big to make it, could someone take a measuring tape and measure from your dollfie's chin to the back of her neck and back to the chin?

>>22422601
Do you need them for a regular size DD?

>>22422617
DDS but clothing size seems about the same so I'd imagine this would be too

>>22422653
About 9-9.5cm for my DDS

>>22422687
And that's the whole way around?

>>22421035
Don't expect to win but definitely gonna enter this lottery.

>>22422707
'Tis indeed the circumference.

>>22422878
Awesome, thanks a ton anon!

>>22422745
Best way to approach things. I need dozens of her. Might have to use different cards and apply as family members with different last names.

>>22423785
Be prepared to pay for multiples if you do win, otherwise good luck anon.

If you don't travel with your girls, you should give it a try. It's a nice change of pace and very fun.

Also, I'm still not sure what to name this lady. Any ideas?

>tfw your doll's birthday is just around the corner

>>22425360
What will you get her, anon?

>>22425710
a ski jacket

>>22425748
Be sure to come show us. When is her birthday?

>>22425883
i dont know if i should use the order day or the delivery day so either in 2 week or in a month.
I guess the delivery day since we're not born the day our dad plowed our mom

>>22424824
That outfit is cute as FUCK anon

>>22424811
So, should I skimp on my savings contributions or tell my broker I'm skipping a month?

>>22426033
Thank you! I've been meaning to take photos of it but didn't have time until today.

>>22416024
I wish I knew where to find these custom Ellie heads they're so cute.

>>22428002
From my understanding they're from online lotteries or event lotteries. Seems like entering for the chance to buy a Volks doll or something, but instead there's only one of them.

Where the heck do you guys get furniture for your dolls? I'm trying to find a sofa but I'm not really feeling any of the designs I'm seeing on Etsy in 1/3 scale

>>22427495

>>22428339
Ebay, acbjd, thrift stores, hobby lobby during the holiday season is surprisingly great for miniature furniture. Just takes some luck and patience but you'll find things eventually!

>>22428350
>hobby lobby
Really? Awesome, I love that store. I was planning on getting something there to store her clothes already. They really do have some excellent stuff for dolls
Is ebay trustworthy for this? I've only ever bought one or two things off there

>>22428398
About as trustworthy as anything else honestly, some things can take a billion years to come in, but overall I've had more hits than misses regarding purchases and quality of things. For things like furniture and other generic items, it's pretty alright.

Thrift stores and other out-of-the-way places can hold surprising options for doll shit. Sometimes you find absolutely nothing, and other times you find a trove of great things for your dolls to wear or interact with -- people who collect the 1/6 scale have it best with all the Barbie/MH/Bratz shit floating around.

Keep an eye out and you'll find something sooner or later!

>>22429333
Ranko sucks, where are my Arisu and Momoka dollfies?

>>22429333
Was the original release DDS? I remember seeing one but thought it was DD3

>>22428347
Probably can borrow against his 401k

>>2242933
There goes my Ranko’s eventual resale value.
>>22429362
Yeah, she was originally a DDS. She’s got a medium bust and honestly the difference between the DDS and the DD isn’t super noticeable unless they’re right against each other.

>>22429333
Is there a chance they will re-release other cinderellas?

>>22429353
momoka and ranko are basically the same thing

>>22432173
Not him, but no.

>>22432173
Also not him, and also no.

I never managed to get into it, someone tell me about the im@s series? Where's a good place to start?

>>22433056
Sachikong threads

>>22432421
>>22432637
They have the same birthday and both wear chunni outfits =D

>>22433056
Play the gacha games on the phone or the 765 games on the PlayStation.
If you are like just getting into it watch the 765 anime

>>22433617
Anon I think it's time we sat down and had a talk about your shitposting addiction.

>>22433631
Duly noted, thanks anon.

Holy shit I overslept and almost missed getting a Len today. Every single other one was sold out...

Oh, except Luka, I guess.

>>22436909
I wish I could get Luka, but now's not a great time. At least the aftermarket price should finally drop some.

>>22436915
That's too bad that you can't right now, but yeah the aftermarket should be much better now. For a while at least.

Waiting for that Volks news release.... tonight?

>>22441744
Are they doing something other than the Rapunzel SD and re-releases?

>>22441905
Rapunzel sounds relevant to my interests, does she get a really long wig?

>>22442016
It's not ``that'' long, but it is pretty long, yeah.

>>22441905
>Rapunzel's feet aren't articulated
That's gonna be annoying.

>>22442747
Is that a BJD?

>>22443347
Yeah, shes an SD.

>>22443570
That's why the cute but weird face.

>>22442747
you know you can swap out the lower legs on those right? there's high heel legs as shown there and regular legs with a normal ankle joint

>>22441905

Another DD re-release, and more clothes mostly.

>complaining about sexy bare feet and ankles
>wanting to replace sexy bare feet and ankles

>>22444849
If she can't balance while stepping on you what's the point?

Ranko DDS re-release as part of the "Best of" selections. I guess someone's happy? Also they're re-releasing the Miku travel bag if anybody was wanting that. No details on date yet.

>>22448752
I didn't get the impression Ranko was that popular, huh.

>>22448772
shes really expensive in aftermarket, and so is Arle

>>22448984
I wonder who the most expensive one is right now, Saber Lily maybe?

>>22449611
There's an ancient Volks Chii kicking around on ebay, but she's basically a DD1 with strung joints, so she probably doesn't count.

>>22449611
Like Lily or Tamaki or Beatrice.

>>22448752
FML. She’s getting an umbrella this time. They probably won’t sell that separately.

>>22448752
So given that this is a special character doll would they go out of their way to treat the clothes to ensure they don't stain, or are you just going to have this specific body for Ranko that you won't be able to use with any other outfits?

How do you guys light your photos of your dolls? I'm torn between one of those ring lights people use for selfies, and one of those umbrella light reflectors for portraits

>>22453230
I like using natural light when possible, but my new house doesn't have any decent south or east facing windows, so I haven't been too motivated to take any lately.

>>22453269
Same as this anon, I prefer direct light when I can but the lighting where I live is trash so your best bet is supplemental light. That said, you can DIY a portrait reflector out of a milk jug or even a paper plate if you wanna try it before you buy it -- the goal is to bounce light back into the subject, after all.

>>22453269
I'm too worried about the sun damaging her since she's vinyl. Where I live the sun is really unforgiving and really bright, no clouds or anything

>>22453287
Oh yeah, I hadnt considered that, I was trying to figure out how to mod an actual umbrella lol but I was coming up short

>>22452862
Haaaaaa. The previous Ranko’s default white outfit had black straps that stained her after an hour on her arm. I would hold no delusion that they would go to long lengths to prevent staining.

That said, I’ve had Ranko for a few years and she has some black marks. I can’t recall if it was her casual outfit or some other costume that caused the stains, but I’d still be wary.

>>22452782
Why is it so hard to find good doll-scale umbrellas and accessories that are actually cute anon?

>>22453308

Volks has made a few, but the sell out like crazy. I don't know why there aren't more.

Anyone else have a Manmo bust? I've seen someone post them before. Do you just take out the upper skeleton and slap it on? It just barely hangs on limply, and can't seem to support any posing. It's really soft. It also looks like the skin is peeling on the inner sides of the breasts. And I'm super fucking dumb. Decided to get a semi white color head because I thought it would fit the character better. Seeing it in person is way too pale for me. Gonna ship her off to get her face up tomorrow. I hope that artist can bring her to life.

My f3 MDD's arm is floppy at the shoulder joint. I'm trying to take out the upper arm frame right now and it feels way harder to remove than it should be. Am I missing something here? How do I get it out without damaging her? Please help.

>>22454981
hair dryer to warm it up a bit

can jeans stain

> ordered a new outfit for a doll
> some days later
> found a picture of all ordered items in seller's twitter post
> according the picture seller added some bonus items
> never met such kindness
> embarrassed and excited at the same time
> went to anonymous image board to share an experience

>>22449981
>Tamaki or Beatrice
That's some golden age shit right there.

>>22453230
The ring light will give you one kind of photo. Especially if you're going to shoot with it stuck to the camera in the same place each time. Start with a reflector. You could probably make one out of tinfoil and a pizza box before dropping ten bucks on it.

>>22455208
Who are you quoting?

>>22458786
I hate this fucking meme so much.

>>22455151
Yes, in general darker jeans are more likely to stain, but I dont think it's real likely unless you aggressively rub the jeans on your doll
>>22455208
That's awesome! What are you getting anon?

Can someone spoonfeed me the link to the doll booru? Thanks anons.

>>22458868
God DAMN thats a cute doll

>>22458818
Don't worry anon, feel free to quote whatever you want. You can even borrow my license if you'd like. Here, friend. Take my laminated copy. It's all yours.

>>22459648
>>22459648
>>22459648

NEW THREAD for when this one runs its course.
I remembered to put BJD in it this time.

>>22459653
this is only page 6

>>22459677
Shit, I thought it said page 9, I'm sorry. My bad, anons.

It's okay we're bump limit anyways just be more careful next time

>>22459712
Will do, my fault for being here before bed.

What should I know about cleaning fluids off of my dolls? I need to ask before I make a mistake.

>>22458786
I'm quoting real life. Something that happens outside this cozy thread. Sorry if it's not a right way to do that.
>>22458864
> That's awesome! What are you getting anon?
Pic related. Purple stockings and green wig were not in my order.

I’m going to be developing a doll that’s anime style similar dollfies and smart dolls, but a lot more affordable and not as big. (I think big is kinda gaudy)
I’ve developed products in the past and profit has never been my goal, only making a good product.
So what are some features you’d like to see in a doll? What are some of the biggest pros and cons of dolls and what would you like to change about them?

>>22462871
Easily movable eyes by default.
Articulated fingers that aren’t shitty fragile silicone.