I kept telling myself there was a very positive side to this decision . . . like having more money to spend on shoes, wigs, backdrops, as well as fabrics and yarns to make new clothes for all my dolls. However, looking at my many different stashes, I really do doubt if I will ever need more than I have already.
Now in making that decision in December and being quite determined to stop the impulse buying, I had no idea that one of the dolls that had been sitting quietly on my wish list, would suddenly become available. Not to mention, the doll was in stock at the time, so no waiting apart from the shipping time.
Oh my! What a dilemma I was facing . . . will I? Or won't I? I mean, just how often do these dolls appear on an IN STOCK list? The temptation was great . . . however she was a TINY and just 11" tall, so I didn't cave in this time. Had she been a MINI it might have been a different story. :)
So to keep to my numbers and allow a space for a future Kaye Wiggs 13" doll, I plan to sell the one doll I rarely play with as separate pieces and being Volks the parts are very heavy. Please see My 4 Sale page.
This year, I am more determined to catch up on all the outstanding dolly projects which I planned to do last year. I shall, of course, continue my obsession of knitting and sewing for dolls. With a little
Most importantly, I plan on organising all my doll clothes and shoes into sizes, so I can see at a glance, what is going to fit a particular doll that I plan on dressing. It shouldn't be too difficult, but could become a little time consuming, so I'll be back online when I'm done.
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Hello Sandy,
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing how much self control one needs to keep from buying. Good for you. I look forward to your post in 2018.
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Hi Giac,
DeleteDon't know how much self control I have, but I am trying. Some say very trying. LOL!
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Hahaha. You are in trouble! It is only day eight of 365 and you are already tempted! (But if your grail doll becomes available - go for it!) I slipped up already. I have another Pukifee on the way to my house. I bought it with the intention of just using the body for one of my floating faceplates, but I have done this many times and it doesn't work out. Maybe this time!
ReplyDeleteOh I know Sam, dolls are my passion and weakness. Congrats on the addition of another PukiFee, you know how I feel about them, you can never have enough of them. I did that a couple of times and look how I ended up . . . but at least they are tiny enough to sneak in without being noticed. :)
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Oh my goodness you did do well Sandi!! She's a cutie for sure but no, if she's not exactly the one you want then it is best to pass...I've learned this from experience and now I think I'm getting a bit better at it...just a bit though!
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On the one hand I am pleased with myself Sharon, but I have had second thoughts about her since . . . I think the battle will rage on, for a little while at least. :)
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Self control on this hobby is hard, so many pretty things everywhere!! But organizing dolly stuff is fun! Good luck with that!!
ReplyDeleteDarn tootin' they are Musume, I have just been tempted again, this time I'm not sure I have the strength or resolve to resist! :)
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Hello! What a cutie and I can understand the temptation! Those dolls are so pretty, even my husband thinks so! But good for you not to cave in. Let the thought settle and you will find the one you really want!
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Hi Niina,
DeleteI have let it settle and I have found the one I want!! OH NO!! I can feel it drawing me in. :)
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Well I can see why you would be enchanted with her. She is quite cute.
ReplyDeleteOrganising doll things is time consuming. I tried to do that a few months back and just ended up feeling so overwhelmed. I hope you managed to make it work for you!
Hi Alasse,
ReplyDeleteYou will know by now, I fell for another doll by the same sculptor and she is on her way.
Still working on the organising, but getting there. I ordered two more large boxes from Coles online as they were on special, but they were out of stock. Will have to try my local Coles as I find them perfect for my needs.
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