When people see my collection: I’m not rich, I’m just ✨irresponsible✨🥰

My parents haven't bought me toys since I was in 4th grade. Christmas 2020, my mom bought me 15th anniversary Bloom. I cried tears of joy!

I’m really happy I found your channel with Thousand Splendid Doll on hiatus I really needed smaller down to earth doll youtube content in my life

i really like watching simple talking videos about doll collecting/the hobby. i find it so relaxing

I think this was definitely really helpful, I’m slowly collecting older discontinued dolls from series I like and I think this kind of budgeting way and examples is useful to think about before buying out of impulses

I was the one asking about it in the comments of the my scene video! I’ve been lurking in the shadows and watching your content for the past 2 years. This was really helpful especially for people that are just starting out. I sold my childhood winx club collection when I was younger and I do deeply regret it. I try not to beat myself over it though. It’s taken me a few years to decide on collecting again. I’ve recently started up my own collection (again) with the only two childhood dolls I have left - bloom enchantix pixie magic Mattel and Stella charming Mattel. I find your videos just magical and your passion for dolls really translates on camera. Keep going and keep inspiring people - I know for a fact you did inspire me! Thank you

Hey dude, this seems like a lot, but you're clearly loving it so dont let people bring you down for enjoying this hobby. Great informational video.

My doll purchase strategy is simple. If I want a doll and she is on a good sale - I get her.

My grail doll was ken king of the crystal cave. I waited and waited for him and finally got him for $50 so worth it l. That is the most I ever spent on a doll and never regretted it.

Hello, just wanted to tell you that The more I just genuinely like you lol 🥰 I’m a 40 something, married, working mom of two - and yes, I too am a doll collector. Interestingly, up until 2 yrs ago I thought I was buying dolls for my daughter until I realized - wait a second I think I want some of these for myself lol. Anyway, I am so impressed by your love and knowledge of dolls. Keep up being the lovely person you seem to be. And I’m so happy to be part of the dolly world you’re creating with your channel! Ps, congrats on your D23 dolls 🤗 Pls keep us all posted if you hear anything about a shop Disney 17” Snow White version! 😊

Guys! Her tips REALLY WORK!! I've been watching for three years or so and have used some of them (when applicable) myself!! Sorting on eBay by "Newly Listed" and being patient like she advises is SO HELPFUL. It's because I used those tips and was patient that I was able to finally get the Deluxe "Elena of Avalor" doll set from Disney Store for RETAIL PRICE after over a year of looking. It's a set that's notoriously hard to track down because of how quickly Disney gave up on EoA merch and always has jacked up prices, not to mention people trying to sell of the male dolls (which ONLY came in this set) for $50/each. But I did what she said and waited and waited and trolled around and eventually found it! Misspellings and bland descriptions really are such a thing too! I went looking and looking for this Disney Store "Sofia the First" wardrobe set that must have been poorly distributed (probably released at the end of the show's run) because it's so hard to find (especially at a decent price) and I eventually found it on Mercari at a good price because the person had spelled her name "Sophia" and instead of "Deluxe Wardrobe Set" had listed it under "Dress Playset" or something. Like... SCORE! I did pay a little over retail, but I was okay with that for myself and now I have a set that I really wanted! (Now if I just had time to open it and dress her up. XD)

You have completely told my story every word and thanks for sharing because I thought it was so weird that I could just Stare and look at my collection and it gives me peace and makes me so happy

ooohh okay i loved this video! i’m kinda new to collecting, i kinda did it back when MH first came out but i was a kid and had the same problem with gathering money hahah and i eventually... i don’t wanna say i “grew out of them” bcs hello, here i am much more grown and still into them lmao but just stopped collecting them i guess ? anyways, i started actually collecting dolls and considering myself a collector since like mid-2019, and i’m currently having that trouble with budgeting and deciding if a price is too high for a second hand doll or if i should just save up to get current ones, buying internationally and so on. so this video was really helpful for me! i also liked hearing your Gold Believix Bloom doll story, i didn’t know the one your mum gave you had been the one you missed out on, what a crazy experience:)

Good things take time 😊 I only started collecting in box bratz 3 years ago (I’ve been buying out of box since 2005) I now have 50 boxed bratz. Definitely been waiting and watching some sellers for the good deals.

Same here Brooke I used to never. Play with my toys I would just like seeing them displayed.

My grail doll that I’m waiting to find at a good price is the Ariel 17” the one with all the scales. I ✨almost✨ spent around $400 on her but I couldn’t justify it and now she’s way more expensive even out of box. Rip. 😩

The doll I regret not buying is Animator Doll Malificent. She is sooo stinking cute and now she is at least 250 dollars. I don't want to spend that much on something that retailed for 50 dollars I believe. I hope she is released someday if not I always comfort myself with " there will always be another cuter doll". If I were to buy everything that I want I would be in big trouble. You have to put limits on yourself, I think this video was pretty much saying that. I also loved the tip about how to search with certain keywords to find the best deal. Thankyou for sharing!

Wow, I wasn’t the one who asked the question. But ty for actually listening to us! 🖤💖

Omg Brooke can you do a KZfaq live it will be so fun and us your subscribers can interact with you. I hope it’s not to much to ask ✌️also you have put a big impact in my life and in my doll collecting❤️ Sending love 💕

So I don't wanna brag but I managed to get the whole Winx S3 School Girl Dolls for like under 10 euros each COMPLETE. All that was under 10 Months. At first I was sceptical, but your "tactics" of collecting really helped me save up with money and grow my collection even faster! PATIENCE ist the key.

You are an inspiration ...I love your collection and this video helped me a lot

Thankyou for this video, we often don't dare talk about money. Personally i've recouped my entire collection through customizing and only spending doll earnings on doll stuff but that's not always do-able and a hobby allowance works better. There's 13 years and $2000 of dolls in my collection, worth so much more that if I sold them now restored and correctly labelled. It seems like a lot until you imagine someone's cosmetics, games or watch collection. It's about allowing yourself what is socially acceptable if it were a different hobby and not 'kids' stuff.

Loved this so much! I’ve always loved dolls just to stare at their fashion! Your collection is beautiful! As a lover of dolls and collecting, your channel makes me o excited to continue my journey! I’m so happy I found you and I love your videos! Thank you for your consistent uploads! Your like my loyal KZfaq friend. I appreciate you, thank you!

I love the story about your winx doll! So amazing, what a sweet mama

Omg the new bookself look so cool !!! Your collection is beautiful !!! Also I like that you explained how you started. I thought winx was your first collection lol. I agree with you that second hand are so mutch better. I also dont like ro keep them on the box. I feel like they are trapped

Awesome video! Thanks for the info and for sharing! 😊

This is just the video I needed! I’ve been overwhelmed with how many dolls are on my wish list so thank you for reminding me that it’s ok to take it slow while saving up :)

omg i'm the same way - i would totally want one of my grail dolls instead of a wedding ring if i got proposed to! 😂

do doll collecting not drugs kids **finger guns**

Can you talk doll display and storage? I have a large collection and have trouble displaying them all.

I’m not sure how old you are but I’m 28 and starting to collect dolls again for my sanity. Right before my parents divorce my dad gave away ALL of my stuffed animals and toys without asking. I was 10 years old :( he said they’re pointless waste of space and for my entire childhood I always wanted toys that other kids had but never got any. It’s hard telling myself that they aren’t a waste of money. They bring me so much happiness. I was very attached to my toys growing up and I also lined them up like you! Lol I’m looking forward to the special dolls and things in my future.

Awesome Video! Just Subbed. 💜👍

Completely concur. 👍🏼

I love videos like this sm!! Please do more of those where you just talk I think it's so interesting to hear what you have to say about dolls and collecting :,)

lmao i read it building doll houses sad it was wrong😭

I'm still sorta young but I'm in 7th grade and everyone is all growing up and not collecting dolls and u make me feel a lot better about collecting dolls like monster high so thank you :)

You should start Collecting all the Descendants Dolls!!!

Some things that she didn't mention but. Can help you as a collector are 1 "stalking". That item you want at the store or on ebay etc until it's. On clearance or goes down for a more reasonable price. 2 When you have some free time check. Discount stores like Tuesday Morning, Marshalls etc because. You can always find dolls/toys for less than retail. Also Tuesday morning specifically has some dolls that are. Collector editions or online exclusives there for good prices. For example some people have found collector barbies at Tuesday morning. That are generally online exclusives that are expensive. For half of retail price or more. If you read all of this I hope it helps. I hope you have a great day! :)

For me it's a lack of space 😿 115 and I like to see them all 😁

I have to spent 100 dollars for a second hand glam magic enchantix bloom but i don't mind cause she's so beautiful

❎😍🔥💚😍❤️💛😤🖤🤦🏻‍♀️🎈 me I'm a Barbie doll adult collector and never grow out a dolls I have to budget and wait to see what dolls are need to collect and the money that I get and it's not quite a lot at the moment that's what I'm entitled to

Hi Brooke love all the tips, I peronaly buy my dolls at retail cost like American girl doll girl of the year,histocal extra then the most I've payed for. a retired GOTY was Lindsey 2001 I payed around $220ish because she had her complete outfit and her breathe was in amazing shape. Then for other dolls like retired histocals who I don't have I pay the price they were orginaly. I've only gotten 2nd hand eBay dolls the past 5-6 years but have been looking for the Lindsey doll sense I found out she excited when I was little. Then for rainbow high I've bought my frist doll Kia for $62 plus tax and shipping so $73 because I was late on the Rainbow high train and just got into them the last couple of weeks but been wanting them sense around Christmas time 2020. I've spent $26.88 and then $50 at Walmart for karma,skyler,Stella and Avery then I ordered the rest of Rainbow high dolls for $20.24 each a few days ago expect for sunny I payed $33 for her but that's the price I would have payed for her anyways because that would be tax. So I'm excited I wanted to get the rest of the Rainbow high dolls on Amazon for a great deal. I don't really buy 2nd hand dolls too offen because I manly buy then at retail cost manly because I have chronic illness and a weak and little to no immone system so it gives me and my parents peice of mind that the dolls are new in box and not used. When I do get a used doll I have a lot of lists I have to cross off and douple check before getting her smoke free home,pet free now that's one that doesn't matter because we have dogs but everything else along with the conduction of the used doll and the doll having her complete outfit or not. Then figuring out how much I want to pay for the doll which for me is no more then what the doll was at the time when she was out in stores. Then I've gotten a few dolls at the thrift store they were used in box in amazing beautiful conduction I was so excited. Then for me I have saved my money for a long time or wait to get the doll for Christmas or buy the doll with my birthday money. But within the last couple of years I've used the ibotta cashback rebate app to buy dolls that I want and dp it by myself not using any of my own money. I've gotten back around $200-$300 by the end of the year and use it tourds Christmas and for any dolls I might want if theirs any left over.

Really helpful video! Thank you...

You should make a video on each type of doll line. I didn't know what a La Dee Da Doll was until your last video.

This very helpful. I’m starting to get into winx and the dolls, specifically Jakks, and I’m having so much trouble finding nice ones for good prices. The real problem is getting them with wings because the jakks wings are a cool important part of the doll because they “flutter”

what do you think is an appropriate price for a winx enchantix musa doll? i can't seem to find her under 300€ like ever and that's the price all the people want on thrift apps

Hi support your channel I a lot

I’ve been collecting for eight years

The way I like to collect my OMGS is that yes although I want each and everyone I don’t have the budget for it so for each line I grab the top one or two from that series and then move on

Only have like 56 dolls and big thing for me is space and display...I don't have room for display and all my signature EAH dolls are in box and plus I love EAH box the og I love box art I love little details that's main reason why I keep them in box and keep the boxs

I have lots of dolls I just get them for chirstmas and when my family get money and birthdays. And I have some. Expensive dolls such as one live action limted edition doll

I was curious as to what your profession is. I work for the postal service but I totally waste way too much on dolls. Also there are so many more bills than rent here.. yet I keep buying.

Where do you get you bratz dolls

OMG this is such a great vid that you made Explaining everything is great I’m back on collecting monster high, the most difficult ones to find are the first wave dolls cuz they’re so expensive I also I have a list for the ones I need like freak du chic ones Also I’m just trying to get the ones I like , like draculaura dolls aren’t my fave but very few I like, like haunted and ghouls rule.

Where can I buy from shop

have u tried looking arround in taobao?? its kinda hard to get dolls shipped but i saw alot of inbox bratz for retail prices (between 20$-40$) (and bratz boyz were like 9$ out of the box tho) and ive seen people buying myscene and winx dolls even miss Barbara M. Roberts ANYWAYS thats a good way to build up a collection ahah Also aliexpress has inbox bratz too (but not that diverse in terms of dolls its always the same 12 in every aliexpress shop AHAHHA)

Can u collect more my scene dolls or barbie diarys dolls plz 💚🤗

Where do you find Winx dolls on ebay or Mercari? How do find the forums your talking about? Thanks for the help.

U spent 30,000

This is actually really informative and i always check eBay and i can not find any dolls im looking for like Mattel or Jack Winx dolls and i do see Mercari has cheap ones but idk how much i trust it tbh. Also i just followed ur IG xcanadensis page because i got a few questions but idk if ur active on it

It’s hard for me because I mostly collect winx club dolls and my little pony toys but all the winx club dolls are SO expensive on Amazon I want to try eBay but I don’t have a account or a credit card. Also can you please do a how to fix your onírico dolls from winx club?

How is the average amount you spend per doll only 10 dollars? That means that a huge portion of them would have to be under 10 dollars, and you said that you generally spend 30 to 60 depending on the condition? I'm confused.

I only collect monster high, and just the basic/signature versions of them. I buy four at a time then dont buy anything for two months

Do you have an Amazon wishlist I would love to get you something🥰

"I mainly liked to line them up and stare at them" not very allistic of you pfhghfg

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I did not know dat