bjd_wtf (

bjd_wtf) wrote,
@ 2006-10-23 15:54:00

Introduction to BJD_WTF
This journal is a collection of everything I can think of about BJDs. It will probably never be completely "done", but I intend to keep updating it as often as possible. It covers many topics related to BJDs, but I could never imagine every possible use for them, nor every related topic. I will do my best however, to cover as much as possible. I try to give the most current and useful information that I have access to. If you see something that I have missed, a link that doesn't work or info that is incorrect, feel free to comment here. I do this freely as a service to all BJD owners or want-to-be owners and their friends and family. Feel free to pass the link around or show your loved ones so they can understand your hobby; but *please* do not copy any photos or text because I have spent many hours compiling all of this information and taken time away from my hobby and my family to do so. As always, any photos I didn't take are clearly marked with their origin. If your photo is here without permission, comment here! Or if you would like to, feel free to donate some photos to the cause! Please do enjoy and I hope you learn something new!

:)

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	(Anonymous) 2007-02-14 10:56 am UTC (link)
	Please forgive me but, where did you find all of the information? I am curious to know where you learned about the BJD company's factory workings, as well as the history of the "ball jointed doll". It will probably be a good idea to post your sources on your profile page. (Reply to this) (Thread)

bjd_wtf
2007-02-14 03:37 pm UTC (link)

As far as the process by which dolls are made, I asked around to few people that made dolls (including Donn from Bishonen House, who looked over my "the making of" section). Of course, the process varies a little for each manufacturer, but this general outline covers the most basic steps.

Also, listing my sources would be very time consuming as I've picked up bits here and there. The info I've stated isn't gospel, but there isn't a lot out there so I've mostly pieced it together myself. Since I haven't used any direct quotes, I probably won't be making a "bibliography" so to speak. It's a big enough project just to get all the info in one place. ;)

If you see anything that is wrong or even a little off...please do comment. :)

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	hellsing365 2007-02-27 06:25 am UTC (link)
	I have a question..which way do you tie the knot in the elastic so you can undo it? I have to cut my elastic everytime i want to do anything with it.... (Reply to this) (Thread)

	bjd_wtf 2007-02-27 01:52 pm UTC (link)
	LOL! I usually take the two ends together, loop them in a circle and pull the ends through. Then pull tight. A pencil or chopstick can be helpful in undoing this knot. I hope that helps! :) (Reply to this) (Parent)(Thread)

	hellsing365 2007-02-27 07:15 pm UTC (link)
	okay i do that too... I will have to expirament later on XD thank you! (Reply to this) (Parent)

	Donation! bjd_wtf 2007-05-18 12:59 am UTC (link)
	A very big thank you to M.E.V. for her generous donation! ;) (Reply to this)

saintaya
2007-05-21 09:52 am UTC (link)

Hi there... I have a tiny question here.

My girl her resin seems to get kinda shinning like glossy feeling. What can I do to get rid of this glossy thingy? Cause it seems whne I tried to put face up, the soft pastel seems won't stick much on it. i hope you can help me out.

By the way hope you don't mind I've added yea cause you really help me alot with all the infromation you wrote.

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bjd_wtf
2007-05-21 03:54 pm UTC (link)

For shine, a coat or two of Mister Super Clear (or other *good* matte sealant) will fix it. This will also give your pastels something to grip when doing a faceup. It will also reduce the chance of staining the resin if you coat her first. Alternatively, you could use a superfine grade of sandpaper (always rub in circles) over her whole body, very lightly and that would take the shine off too. :) Hope that helps.

Please let me know if you have any more questions.

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	saintaya 2007-05-22 03:52 am UTC (link)
	thank you so much...I'll try on that and get the Mr super clear coat from my fren to seal her. =D You are really well experience. If I do have any other question I hope you don't mind my question flooded here up. =P (Reply to this) (Parent)(Thread)

	bjd_wtf 2007-05-22 02:56 pm UTC (link)
	I wouldn't say that I am experienced. I just like dolls, and I read a lot about them. I try new stuff with my dolls sometimes too. I hope you (and any one else) will feel free to ask whatever you'd like to know. :) Hopefully I will be able to help! (Reply to this) (Parent)

	little_saikai 2007-05-23 09:20 am UTC (link)
	Hello, I really enjoy your FAQ. Have you think about translate it into diferent languages... I would like to translate it into Spanish, if you allow me (Reply to this) (Thread)

	bjd_wtf 2007-05-23 02:56 pm UTC (link)
	Lol, I am not good at other languages! If you would like to translate it, please give credit to the original author, (me!) and please link! (Reply to this) (Parent)(Thread)

	little_saikai 2007-05-23 04:25 pm UTC (link)
	Thanks a lot!! I will give you credits, of course... but I will change a bit the format... I will upload it to wiki.bjd.net Thanks again (Reply to this) (Parent)

(Anonymous)
2007-05-29 01:48 am UTC (link)

Hello! I found the link for this in your signature on DoA ( I'm InkyBear, if you'd like to know! ^_^ )on a thread about dyeing your dolls. I'm just starting from the beginning so Might be commenting alot, hope you don't mind! :) It'll probably be a long time until I ever have the doll I want who I wish to dye, but I don't see anything wrong in learning about it early on. Although I am getting rather intimidated....O.o I'm so glad to see you do commissions as well!! It'll be something I'll think long and hard about. Thanks again for the awesome site!

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	bjd_wtf 2007-05-29 01:28 pm UTC (link)
	No problem! I hope you really enjoy this resource and dolls in general! :) (Reply to this) (Parent)(Thread)

	(Anonymous) 2007-06-10 02:58 pm UTC (link)
	I would also like to thank you for this awesome site. I never knew there was so much to learn about BJDs. It's times like these than I'm glad I did research and that people like you have shared information. =) All my gratitude goes to you!! (Reply to this) (Parent)

	I've been wondering.. (Anonymous) 2007-06-10 10:50 pm UTC (link)
	Are the superdollfies actually bigger than the original barbie doll? If so can you put up a comparison picture? (Reply to this) (Thread)

	Re: I've been wondering.. bjd_wtf 2007-06-11 01:30 am UTC (link)
	Super Dollfies are about 22" instead of barbie's 11 inches. Think twice as big. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	Thank you! dragonspeaker 2007-08-12 08:24 am UTC (link)
	I stumbled onto this journal when I was searching for information on BJDs, and I would just like to say thank you for compiling this journal! I found everything I needed and more, and it was far more organized and informative than all of my Yahoo! searching on the subject. :) This is a wonderful site and I wanted you to know that your work was appreciated. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	Re: Thank you! bjd_wtf 2008-05-15 05:27 pm UTC (link)
	Thank you for taking the time to say so! That makes me happy to have helped. :) (Reply to this) (Parent)

	its_motionless 2008-03-24 09:06 pm UTC (link)
	just to say awesome FAQ, and thank you so much for doing it :) just a tiny tiny question: do LUTS dolls come with eyelashes? sorry for the stupid, super precise question, but i want to know _ (Reply to this) (Thread)

	bjd_wtf 2008-04-02 06:50 pm UTC (link)
	Blank dolls do not have eyelashes, but dolls with faceups often come with them. :) Hope that helps. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	april_art 2008-04-24 01:47 am UTC (link)
	Great resource!!! Thank you for putting it all together. I love being able to send newbies to a helpful site like this! ^___^ (Reply to this) (Thread)

	bjd_wtf 2008-05-15 04:44 pm UTC (link)
	No problem! I'm glad people are using it! :) (Reply to this) (Parent)

Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724

ryuaka
2008-05-07 07:39 pm UTC (link)

Hey there. Awesome data base of information. I have a few questions and they seem a bit silly to me, but you may know the answers.

1. What should you do if your doll faceplants and chips/cracks? Should you replace the head, or can you fill in the cracks and make her/him all better?

2. Can you dye the dolls wigs by hand? With a color that could wash out? Or is it all dependant on type of fur/saran/hair?

3. Are you a reader of Haute Doll, by any chance?

4. How long would a face up, company made and sealed proper, last? How often do you recommend faceupping?

5. Do doll sellers/traders usually trade a large doll, say a 62cm for a smaller one?

Sorry. I have alot of Questions. I hope to get "Kira" soon, and Id like to be prepared for him.

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Re: Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724

bjd_wtf
2008-05-15 04:39 pm UTC (link)

1. Often damage can be fixed by light sanding or the addition of apoxie. I recommend a professional customizer do this though.

2. Different materials take dye differently, but it can be done. Two things to keep in mind though; synthetics will likely reject dye and the dye will likely stain your dolls head. The better option would be to keep looking or have a custom wig made.

3. Yes, I am a loyal Haute Doll subscriber. ;)

4. Faceups can last years when treated properly, but life happens and sealant chips. I recommend changing faceups whenever you feel like it, or if the sealant chips. (This will be pretty obvious.)

5.Doll owners can sometimes trade larger dolls for smaller ones, but it doesn't happen often. Trades like this can depend on lots of factors, like how limited each doll is. For example, a Bambicrony Misty Rose Kumi (30cm) might be considered a fair trade for a Luts El (60cm). It can also depend on how much the other owner wants that particular doll. People sometimes do crazy trades to get the dolls they want. But for the most part; No, most people won't trade a big doll for a little one.

Feel free to ask as many questions as you like! :)

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Re: Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724

ryuaka
2008-05-17 12:33 am UTC (link)

^__________________^ Thank you so much for the Information. Im buying "Kira" on a Budget and Im trying to keep it within my range.
I will be Picking up "Kira" next weekend at Anime North, here in Toronto. The information provided here has been more then helpful. I shall come back and bug you again when I have more. Thank you for your reply, it was well received.

Isnt Haute Doll Awesome? They have such good articles! And some Patterns so "Kira" wont be Naked for very long! :P The first thing I shall have my friend make for him will be Panties! XD

Did you contribute any articles to Haute Doll? Maybe you should! XP

Take care, and thank you again.
How many dolls do you have?

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	Re: Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724 bjd_wtf 2008-05-19 12:16 pm UTC (link)
	I do like Haute Doll, but I'd rather contribute as an editor than a writer. ;) I think I have about 10 dolls right now and about 10 floating heads that still need bodies. I'm so happy for you that you'll be getting your first doll. They are so amazing! I hope Kira makes you very happy and feel free to come back with questions at any time. :) (Reply to this) (Parent)(Thread)

Re: Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724

ryuaka
2008-05-26 05:39 pm UTC (link)

^_______^ This is my little boy, Kira. He was Picked up on May 24th and was dressed up on May 25th.
http://pics.livejournal.com/ryuaka/pic/00023he5

I have had him about a day and a half by now. I Still dont know what kind of Personaility he is going to have, but for now, hes so pretty. Hes strung really tightly though. And hes really heavy, or feels really heavy.

Quick Question: Kira's "Default" wig was a Long Silver wig, and it sheds like a cat in the heat of summer. Is there some way I can stop it from shedding all over the danged place? And can I root in more hair where its going off a bit? Ooh, what should I comb his hair with? Im afraid of having all of his hair come out. He really looks so pretty with his wig on.

I managed to even get him some Clothes too! He looks like he has the begining of a suit and a little t-shirt to put under it.

Im going to poke through the Clothing links you have, see if I cant get him a little something with a Hood.....

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	Re: Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724 bjd_wtf 2008-08-18 11:43 pm UTC (link)
	As far as I know, you can't "fix" shedding. I would recommend buying a very high quality wig. It will still shed, but not nearly as much; and it will last longer. I don't know how to "root" more hair in, but I suppose any skilled wigmaker would be able to, if it were possible. (Reply to this) (Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724 ryuaka 2008-08-19 11:06 pm UTC (link)
	Damn. >< Thanks for the Information! I must look into a more high quality wig now....... Adds to list of Dolfie supplies I suspect I read too much Haute Doll. People reroot Barbie and Ken heads with Needle and hair, I had assumed you could do that with Dolfie hair too. (Reply to this) (Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724 bjd_wtf 2008-08-24 09:18 pm UTC (link)
	Yes, I've also read about rerooting, but it's more commonly done with vinyl or plastic dolls, since they don't wear wigs. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. :( (Reply to this) (Parent)(Thread)

	Re: Soon to Be ABJD Owner Number 239586357348546724 ryuaka 2008-08-25 05:04 pm UTC (link)
	Thank you for your help anyway. Im sure there is a dolfie owner on a budget who has given it a whirl, if only to stop their dolfie from going bald! XD (Reply to this) (Parent)

	bjd face-ups (Anonymous) 2008-07-26 09:18 pm UTC (link)
	hey, i was just wondering if you absolutely HAD to take apart your bjd when giving them a face-up. thanks! (Reply to this) (Thread)

	Re: bjd face-ups bjd_wtf 2008-08-18 11:37 pm UTC (link)
	No, you don't absolutely have to...unless you want paint and sealant all over them, their clothes, wigs and eyes. (Reply to this) (Parent)

i_am_illusion
2009-01-10 06:41 pm UTC (link)

Hi!
I've "discovered" BJDs a couple of days ago and instantly fell in love. I fund this journal while looking for information about them and it's been very helpful, so thank you very much^^

Also, I have a rather strange question. You see the thing is that right now I have neither the money nor the space for a BJD but I was thinking... I'd like to do the faceup myself, and practice makes perfect right? If I made faces from clay and sprayed them with sealant, would the surface be similar to that of a doll? I mean would they be useful for faceup practice? Oh, and how do you deffine a "good" sealant?

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	(Anonymous) 2009-02-14 07:04 pm UTC (link)
	I would recommend that you buy an obitsu head (available at junkyspot.com) or a dollfie dream head (available at volksusa.com). These heads are made of vinyl, but they are similar to resin bjd. You can use the same sealants, paints and pastels that you can use on resin. Vinyl heads are cheaper, also. Good Luck! (Reply to this) (Parent)

dollfie
(Anonymous)
2009-01-14 04:17 pm UTC (link)

I am new to the dollfie community. Thank you so much for all of your wonderful information. I was wondering if you could possibly help me. A couple of years ago I bought a dollfie head. It is gorgeous and I now want a body. But I can't seem to find any information about it. It is marked Rcn "Little Fair". I do not know what company made her or what size body to get. The head is much bigger than a barbie head. Smaller than a tennis ball. Any information that you could give me would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
Paige

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	Re: dollfie (Anonymous) 2009-02-14 07:02 pm UTC (link)
	It sounds like you have an Angel Region Little Fair Ren. I believe their website is located in the index. You should be able to find a Little Fair body there for her. Hope that helps! (Reply to this) (Parent)

	velvetred 2009-03-02 03:10 am UTC (link)
	Hi! I forget how I found this journal, but I hope you don't mind if I add you- there's a lot info good info here <3 Thank you for taking the time to make it! (Reply to this)

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