DIY LEATHER ARM DOLL REPAIR VIDEO WITH ANTIQUE 1865 GREINER DOLLS

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3 жыл бұрын

Watch this video to find a SPECIAL provenance for these twin Greiner dolls from 1865. Join Linda and Rachel in the doll shop as Rachel peeks over Linda's shoulder when she repairs two broken leather arms on twin antique Greiner dolls from 1865. We hope you learn some helpful tips and tricks in this video. Our shop is virtual and we operate over video and by appointment. Learn more about us on www.rare-dolls.com/

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@julieevans1294 Ай бұрын

Thanks for teaching us about old dolls. Love to you all

@babyboomer1001 Жыл бұрын

Excellent job on the broken arms!

@babyboomer1001 Жыл бұрын

I like the reddish brown dresses the best and yes, definitely dress them as twins.

@dianathorpe2280 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous detailed repair of those leather arms! So cool to see you had leather gloves the right color for mending. Haha had to laugh about Stanley vacuuming. Men are so oblivious. I tell my husband "nothing sexier than a man with a vacuum cleaner." Ha!

@rogerlloyd1897 3 жыл бұрын

I remember watching a mini documentary on these dolls on PBS. I love seeing these dolls! I just want a shelf of them.... Okay, maybe an entire room!

@rebeccastratton4114 3 жыл бұрын

I have a sweet little parian that has a body the color of these arms. The poor body was crunchy SO I used a pair of kid gloves and made a "slip cover" for her upper arms, torso and upper legs. Lower arms are bisque and lower legs are heavy cotton with the most adorable little feet! I love your sharing of these projects. Thanks so much!

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

Your doll sounds so sweet! Thank you for tuning in and enjoying our doll projects with us.

@stypa1717 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ladies so much for great ideas! Your dolls are beautiful, and you're doing a great job in restoring them.

@carmencolon3520 3 жыл бұрын

Linda is so talented repairing this dolls.

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@patriciamccollum109 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this video about mending this doll's leather arms. Wow!!!! Linda, you do wonderful things for these old dolls!!!

@RachelHoffmanDolls 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@jennil7797 3 жыл бұрын

I missed this video until today but it is great to catch up. These dolls are fabulous. I didn't realise they were so big! The other thing that surprises me is the wonderful condition of the body on such an old doll. In spite of being broken off, the arms and hands are nicer than many leather ones I've seen on other dolls. They are my dream dolls. I'd really love to see one close up but am grateful to you both, Rachel and Linda, for sharing them on this video.

@melsmith110 3 жыл бұрын

So very intriguing! I think its so cool that the dolls are from 1863! That's amazing. Love being in the shop with you all!!

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

So cool, thank you for joining us in our shop!

@colleengolden2423 3 жыл бұрын

I have a doll with the same issues. I wasn't sure about how to repair her, now I know... Thank you so much!

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! We will show a final picture of the doll in a video, too! Glad we could help.

@memorykeepersarchive3953 3 жыл бұрын

Okay so I just found your channel and am binge watching 😛 But more importantly, I just notified my son who is in the Air Force based very near your shop, that he will be doing some shopping for me in the very near future..!! He wasn’t as excited as I’d thought, but oh well. 😊

@lisabradshaw5105 4 ай бұрын

Lovely careful fix of the arms, fascinated me as I have a very similar repair of a twisted/broken foot of an antique kidskin doll I just found at a thrift shop- the break was hidden under the stockings. My plan was to prepare a section of kidskin to put under both sides just as you did, and glueing it to the ankle, then filling the new tube and fitting the foot, but you didn't show how the 'fill' works! You make it seem easy, if have to go slow! Your tip of a named glue will be a GREAT advantage as I have not settled on which kind will work. I also have to re-glue the china head-and-shoulders to the body, please, what would be a good glue for that? Wonderful work there!

@gingrasmarie-nathalie240 3 жыл бұрын

Love them so pretty

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@justice4all411 3 жыл бұрын

Mesmerizing watching this...love these types of videos...my dolls are all more modern. Love your work Linda and great videography Rachel! :)

@lianapalumbo8457 3 жыл бұрын

Ok I just found my dream channel. I love dolls, only have a few because I'm fussy and only want true antiques, but I'm looking for one of these😍

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!! We are glad you found us!

@pennydreadfull 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this! I had similar breaks on stockinette doll legs. I had no idea how to repair them so basically made the doll support stockings that are supporting the legs. This way seems less obtrusive.

@carmencolon3520 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing dolls!

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@annemousseau8757 3 жыл бұрын

Dolls and old books so excited. Sad she is no longer here.

@nusratjamia7953 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful 😍. Congratulations. I responded back to you as soon as I saw your message was on post 📫..

@simonecarvallhoartes2614 Жыл бұрын

Genial👍

@danyelydemoraes321 3 жыл бұрын

Acho que deve ser um trabalho delicado mas por um motivo bom de ser trabalhado no conserto de bonecas já antigas, no final ficam bem mais graciosas 🎀 por mais antigas que sejam nunca passa de uma bela recordação

@reveccarodriguez3427 3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking how about ( you’ve probably) already finished it anyway, I would make a casing to go in on both ends & stuff it with stuffing provide for you , then glue , & sew ! That’s my idea if it’s worth anything to you ! My mom fixed a doll for us like that , we stood around her watching in awe how our baby was being put back together!

@Mark.1822 Жыл бұрын

My dream doll is a Civil War 1850s doll

@taxidermiedgirl Жыл бұрын

hi rachel and linda!! i've recently gotten my first leather body doll to fix up and I was wondering if you guys could recommend any way of cleaning dirty leather/any products that are safe to use?

@donnaneale699 3 жыл бұрын

This is So interesting..... I always learn something from Linda. It is amazing that these girls have been kept together. What does the label on the back of the shoulder plate say?

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure! Probably says Greiner. Thanks for watching!

@studenteurope8920 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video. I have a lovely Armand Marseille about 13" with a leather body and the arms are falling out of the body. I can't find a video on how to fix them.

@RachelHoffmanDolls 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! We will continue to make doll repair videos.

@studenteurope8920 2 жыл бұрын

@@RachelHoffmanDolls The arms are attached with some kind of a heavy metal button mechanism that allows them to move. I am looking to see how this mechanism is attached and how I can replace it. I can't find anything on it.

@babyboomer1001 Жыл бұрын

I just bought one of these delightful dolls - not yours but I'm wondering, should I leave her head as is or touch up the missing paint (her hair)? If collectors prefer the heads with flaked paint, I guess I could leave her alone but if I could touch it up to not even show as touched up, would that be preferred?

@RachelHoffmanDolls Жыл бұрын

I think it’s really a matter of preference. ♥️

@kimconley3782 2 жыл бұрын

Rachel, I have loved dolls my whole life! (I’m 56 years old and still get my dolls out occasionally ) I have every doll I have ever bought or received as a child. Now I restore baby dolls ( mostly CPK) and find little girls to give them to. I would like to learn to restore all kinds of dolls. Where would one go to learn the trade? Thank you in advance for your response.❤️

@RachelHoffmanDolls 2 жыл бұрын

You could look on KZfaq to begin, there’s so many resources, and free blogs on the internet. There’s the doll doctor’s association but I’m not sure if they offer classes. Maybe getting into a convention or club? Try poking around and see if you can find something that’s right up your alley! Thanks for watching!

@judyfrasca7923 9 ай бұрын

I just received a very old China head doll with a broken arm, maybe two. Everything is all original. I have not yet attempted to undress her, as she is fragile. The leather hands are very dark brown. Can or should those be lightened, and how? Also, did you color the kid leather glove you used in this video, or is that the color of the glove as found? As always, I appreciate your helpful videos and always leave having learned something.

@RachelHoffmanDolls 9 ай бұрын

Congrats on your new China head doll addition! Handling these vintage beauties can be delicate work. For the darkened leather hands: Over time, the natural oils and exposure to elements can darken kid leather. You can try gently cleaning them with a soft cloth and a mixture of water and mild soap. However, I'd advise caution because attempting to lighten them too much might damage or weaken the leather. Regarding the kid leather glove from the video: That was the natural color as found. Kid leather can vary in shade based on its age and exposure. It's heartwarming to know you find the videos helpful. Keep nurturing your love for doll restoration, and always trust your instincts when working with vintage dolls. Best of luck with your China head doll's restoration! 😊💕

@judyfrasca7923 9 ай бұрын

@@RachelHoffmanDolls Thank you for sharing your knowledgeable advice. I continue to watch and recommend your videos. ❤

@chrisb3116 3 жыл бұрын

How would Linda clean the cloth body on that doll if it was heavily soiled or had an odor? I was thinking of a carpet shampooer.

@RachelHoffmanDolls 3 жыл бұрын

Good question! Sometimes she soaks them but it is difficult because we have had bodies disintegrate.

@aranaemantsal8109 3 жыл бұрын

Did the other doll have the same provenance note? I was curious if the dolls belonged to sisters or one girl. Maybe they represented "twin" aunt and niece since they shared a name!