Burly Posted June 18, 2019 Hi, I am new to the doll world. I saved up my pennies and have bought my first doll (Smart Doll) I am excited to caring from my new doll and would like seek the advice of others on caring for her and uploading her photos! I wonder if there are many other UK doll owners?? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deinosor Posted June 18, 2019 Hi and welcome! I'm UK based too - in South Wales. And I'm waiting for my first Smart Doll too, though I have a fairly hefty collection of other dolls. I'm properly excited about her. Which Smart Doll did you get? Pronouns: she/her Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burly Posted June 18, 2019 Hi. I chose Journey, closed mouth version. I was hovering around the site for a while, but as soon as I saw her I was sold. Also pretty excited, and a bit nervous to receive her as a total newbie to vinyl dolls so not sure how to take care of her. Any tips welcome What one did you choose? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tierparkzone Posted June 19, 2019 Welcome to the hobby and to the forum. 3 hours ago, Burly said: Any tips welcome In case you have not already, I recommend you watch the Smart Doll Welcome Guide on their website. As a lot of clothes require you to remove the head and maybe even the arms of the doll, you will want to know, where to grab and pull. The Smart Doll wigs also sit very tight. It takes a few tries to get a feeling for how to put them on effectively. So for your first time I recommend you try it above a soft surface (sofa, bed). - In case the head slips from your fingers, it won't be hitting the hard floor that way. Vinyl is very robust, but it can't hurt to be careful with the faceup. Hope your Journey arrives soon and looking forward to some pictures. 1 Photo Story - Photo Thread - make your own signature like this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burly Posted June 19, 2019 @Tierparkzone Thanks. I did watch the vid, and will watch it again when she arrives. I got the knit sweater and room socks set with her as she will be lounging around the house at first. I need to search for some supplies like a comb, carry case etc so any recommendations welcome. Will upload some pics. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deinosor Posted June 19, 2019 Ah Journey's lovely, congrats I hope you show us some pics when she gets here! I've got a second-hand Sana on the way to me. One day I'd also love to get Justice and one of the boys, but budget is a thing. 1 Pronouns: she/her Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burly Posted June 19, 2019 Thanks for welcome and tips😁 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burly Posted June 20, 2019 @deinosor seems they plan to discontinue one of the Journey faces and that spured me on to take the plunge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KandyDoll Posted July 14, 2019 Welcome! I just bought my first smart doll too! Can’t wait to get her! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites