I've heard two things that you can actually get more money for an original messed up doll than a fixed up one. I understand that I would rather have my dolls restored like this but if it ruins the value I don't want to do it. I think I will make a video and post it so you can see what my dolls look like.
@themadmanbreen I have started to restoring a composition. It was in rough shape, but had "good bones". When the crier was inside the doll, it only worked if you pressed down on it. Unfortunately when it was removed, it stopped working all together. A doll restorer suggested that a piece of stuffing may have worked itself into the crier and was causing some kind of blockage.
Very interesting, loved your video and your approach to completely transforming her into something different. I'm too working on an old late 1920's - 1935 doll that has the painted face. Mine isn't in this doll's former bad condition, so I'm trying to conserve as much as I can her original finish.
Loved this! She is beautiful. What did you paint her with? Did you use an airbrush and did you sray a gloss on her? What kind of paint did you use. I have lots of compo dolls and some need a little TLC I really want to get into this. Thanks, Sharon
Excellent job!! What did you use for "putty" did you use Magic sculpt? I've got my dolls, now I can't wait until I have to "courage" to start my repairs...keep the videos coming!! I'll post mine too!! Where did your find your 'vintage linen? Flea markets? I'll try looking here in the south..sould find some here...have a few dolls with sad bodys..:-(
Again im sorry for replying so late and hope you get this msg. For compo repairs i have learned to use plumbers epoxy putty. Comes in a blue putty roll, use it FAST as after rolling it out it heats up then mold it and shape it...let cool....and then sand to a smooth finish. You really have to know what u r doing, it sets REALLY fast. VERY handy for doll repair. used on compo and ceramic repair. PERFECT!
So I made the video it's on my profile
jfeltes 4 days ago
I've heard two things that you can actually get more money for an original messed up doll than a fixed up one. I understand that I would rather have my dolls restored like this but if it ruins the value I don't want to do it. I think I will make a video and post it so you can see what my dolls look like.
jfeltes 6 days ago
Wow... Great job.. Really good. She should have been crying before you started the repair... Again, wonderful artwork.
Kimbearlys 2 weeks ago
You did a great job. She's lovely!
terryjfisher 3 weeks ago
Beautiful restoration project. Did you repair the crier, or find a new one?
Teofane 1 month ago
@Teofane Nope fixed the old one...came out beautiful...such a lovelyvintage "WAAaaaAA" only found in Vintage dolls.
themadmanbreen 1 month ago
@themadmanbreen I have started to restoring a composition. It was in rough shape, but had "good bones". When the crier was inside the doll, it only worked if you pressed down on it. Unfortunately when it was removed, it stopped working all together. A doll restorer suggested that a piece of stuffing may have worked itself into the crier and was causing some kind of blockage.
Teofane 4 weeks ago
@Teofane amazing job! I am getting ready to take on my first restoration of a compo, and you have completely inspired me!
tahitianblonde 2 weeks ago
Love this video,Is there anything I can use to keep the cracks at bay?
zengirl1000 1 month ago
you saved her from the trash. good job , it makes me feel good when I fix mine you did a very good job, Linda
drakeandhope 4 months ago
amazing work on this doll, she is stunning , like the way you have the similar style clothes to what she would originally wear
wizzwamf 11 months ago
Fantastic! I plan too a restoration for my old composition doll. Thanks you for this experience.
cerclecaprouge 1 year ago
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Tigerroux 1 year ago
Very interesting, loved your video and your approach to completely transforming her into something different. I'm too working on an old late 1920's - 1935 doll that has the painted face. Mine isn't in this doll's former bad condition, so I'm trying to conserve as much as I can her original finish.
Tigerroux 1 year ago
YOu should have gotten a comb and ran through the putty to get the hair effect.
Gingernova 1 year ago
Loved this! She is beautiful. What did you paint her with? Did you use an airbrush and did you sray a gloss on her? What kind of paint did you use. I have lots of compo dolls and some need a little TLC I really want to get into this. Thanks, Sharon
Catskeno 1 year ago
Excellent job!! What did you use for "putty" did you use Magic sculpt? I've got my dolls, now I can't wait until I have to "courage" to start my repairs...keep the videos coming!! I'll post mine too!! Where did your find your 'vintage linen? Flea markets? I'll try looking here in the south..sould find some here...have a few dolls with sad bodys..:-(
yankeegurl62 1 year ago
Again im sorry for replying so late and hope you get this msg. For compo repairs i have learned to use plumbers epoxy putty. Comes in a blue putty roll, use it FAST as after rolling it out it heats up then mold it and shape it...let cool....and then sand to a smooth finish. You really have to know what u r doing, it sets REALLY fast. VERY handy for doll repair. used on compo and ceramic repair. PERFECT!
themadmanbreen 1 year ago
She is beautiful!!!!
donncuan 2 years ago
wonderful work. :)
BornBarefoot 2 years ago