BISQUE HAND JUMEAU?! | FRENCH DOLL REPAIRS | BRU WITH CRACKED HEAD | SHOP UPDATE

[@lucyposton5032]

The doll is beautiful,repairs and all. But the highlight of the videos is that lovely little Holland in the background becoming herself.

[@trainbear8205]

Oh how I miss working in the doll shop! I did for years, restoring antique and vintage dolls. I still collect and restore at home! Working on a 14" Kestner X now. And I love the GOJO! I use it on my old tin trains too!

[@lisagartman4603]

Great Video & Update, It is so nice to see how Linda works her magic. I applaud your diligence in what we call Motherhood. It is so fun to watch Holland Diane growing up. Such sweet milestones. She of course is the cutest doll in the shop. I encourage you to keep a journal of special moments. I am old fashioned that way. We did not have many "videos" available in my day, the technology was not very good. When my daughter (who is now 27 and a First Grade Teacher) started school, she would come home with so many comments. I would immediately write them down. I developed Epilepsy as an adult which erased so many memories. I have gone through those journals several times with her and we laugh our heads off at the things she said and experienced over the years. I have a collection of many dolls. At one point I bought a couple of reproduction antique dolls. I was always afraid I would break them. I did acquire 5 at an estate sale last year, 3 are displayed in my bedroom. They were professionally restored. I am enjoying Ellowyne and laugh as I tell other doll friends that I am currently in Ellowyne Wilde land. I did have to do a little restoration myself a few weeks ago. I bought an Amber on ebay that had a small crack on the neck. The seller said the head was completely fine and I knew that I could just cover it with a scarf. The doll arrived with the head off. I contacted a seller on ebay who had the bodies for sale. We were worried about the skin tone matching. The head had the complete joint and he wished me luck getting it off. Lowes hardware had a special set of needle pliars and I googled how to heat the vinyl etc. I was nervous but it turned out that after a few minutes of heating around the opening, the pliars pulled the piece right out and I attached her to the new body! I sent him a photo and the skin tone was a good match. I have enjoyed re dressing some of my dolls, It takes me time to get the outfit together, shoes, hair, I love them to have little handbags lol. I have several wonderful discount stores and a children's resale boutique that has lovely items. Thanks for the video. Love how the brunette turned out!

[@debrajcw6028]

Rachel,Thank you so much,for bringing so much joy, with your channel! I love seeing your family, the beautiful tribute to your mother, so sweet! I love dolls, and all of you work so hard. I learn alot,so much fun, GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

This means so much to me, thank you!!

[@debrajcw6028]

You’re welcome, it’s so true!

[@d.d.d.a.a.a.n.n.n]

I love buying damaged dolls, to repair them and give well-loved toys new life again

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Yes! That’s a perfect way to do it.

[@JeanneAxelrod]

They are still beautiful dolls 😊

[@arlenekase4605]

So good to be back with you Rachel. Holland Diane is the cutest "doll" in the world. Can't believe she is 7 months old now. She is chomping and teething like crazy. I remember those days with my children and grands. Love that Bru!!! Can't wait to see her dressed with what Linda and you choose. I really was SO PLEASED to hear your comments on dolls that are gorgeous but not perfect. That's the mix I have in my collection of Antique dolls. I love them the most because they are my Survivors, not just more affordable. You are terrific Rachel. The shops is looking fabulous. Lots of hard work and lots of satisfaction. 👍 ❤❤❤to all of you at Turn of the Century Antiques.

[@michaellane5409]

I've seen bisque hands on the open mouth Jumeaus. Not often but I've seen them. I've also seen German child dolls with metal hands. Not seen one in years.

[@galeholt3757]

A very nice surprise to have a video today. I am laughing at your description of Holland Diane. The days if staying put are over..the fun is about to begin. Put on your jogging shoes. The new doll is beautiful. I love watching Linda resting dolls. Very clever trick with the wire. I buy a doll because I like it. Antique dolls aren't my favorites..I like watching Linda work on them..I older doll but not the antiques. I am afraid I would break one. I love holding and playing with them. I am so happy you didn't need formula. The redheaded doll is gorgeous. I enjoyed your video..from Tennessee

[@amypeculiar6380]

Holland Diane is so cute she sure will be motoring soon. I never mind dolls with repairs. I always think of them as part of their story as well as how loved they were to be repaired

[@tonywild1963]

Hi Rachel, you have a lot of work going on there and lovely little Holland Diane helping. She is growing up fast. That doll looked amazing after being cleaned and dressed. There is always so much going on in your shop. Thank you for sharing a little piece of your daily life. See you soon

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much for joining us and for the kind comment!

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

I would be overjoyed to have that gorgeous “damaged” doll…you are absolutely correct. A joy to see how active Ms Holland has become…she’s very bright. As always a pleasure watching all of you working and enjoying one another.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

♥️♥️♥️

[@karlenpeterson8020]

Such a delight to see dolls brought back to life and watch Holland Diane grow!🥰

[@Jvhh9]

I was raised with pristine dolls, now all I ever even glance at are ones that need a day at the spa, it’s not always about the value it’s about keeping them here another 1-200 years. It’s so cool to keep the history alive!

[@inmaculadahidalgoflores1257]

Cute your baby,god bless her and protect her

[@historybuff7491]

I am trying to get new doll outfits out. I have a big show in early September, but I have another big show in early August that is not doll related. So it feels I am being pulled in two ways. It is good to hear from you and getting updates. Thank you.

[@LittleWattleNursery]

It sounds like you have some exciting things planned for your business 😀It''s always enjoyable watching Linda at work and catching up on all the news with Holland Diane ❤

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much!!

[@ronaldhale1561]

Hello Rachel, I just finished watching your updated video that you just posted I guess 22 hours ago .. in case Stanley didn't tell you the phone was ringing when Linda was working on a doll stringing it,,, that was your mother Rachel calling from heaven to tell you to tell Linda she's doing a great job. And she's proud of you Rachel ,,,, I want to say happy fourth to your family, Linda,, to Stanley and to everyone else behind the scenes, you still have a way with words Rachel. and you're still looking good and so fine etc etc ...you know you're an angel so don't try to hide it. Just keep up the grand work ...My grandchildren wanted to say hello to the boss.... And for all of you that don't know who the boss is ,,,that Be Holland Diane. she's the boss of the shop. As my family was watching this video, I thought we saw Holland Diane flash that big wonderful lovely smile and say to everybody have a safe and happy Fourth of July people ,,,got to go back to work,,, I have to keep an eye on Stanley and Paul to make sure they dont get in trouble. bye bye,, toodles... time now is 2:50 p.m. Saturday July 3rd 2022.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you for your fun comments! We hope your family has a wonderful 4th!

[@tanneralexander6230]

Wonderful video!!! Very enjoyable to watch!!! Thanks for posting!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

You’re so welcome! Thank you for the comment!

[@s.f.8867]

The bisque hands are gorgeously sculpted.

[@lucilleclarke4107]

You are a wonderful lady. I am enjoying all of the videos. Amazing doll collections. And adorable little girl💖

[@dolliecrazy]

my plans this summer are to sell some of my dolls. Sadly my landlady has threatened me with eviction for having too many dolls. I admit i have alot of dolls but i managed for 10 years to squeeze them into my tiny one bedroom apt. But some will need to go now so i can hopefully keep the roof over my head. I can't afford to move. I had a stroke the end of february and i can only work part time. I am waiting to see if i get approved for disability. It will give me a bit more money to maybe be able to enjoy life a little more rather than just mostly buy essentials.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Big big hugs. Sending you strength during this challenging time. ♥️

[@claudiatyler1876]

I have gotten into buying the well loved dolls and redoing them. Right now I have a JDK 154 I am repairing with replacement parts.

[@carmencolon3520]

It's fun to watch you all 💪 working the real deal. Life at work isn't easy but everything can be done as long everyone is flexible and can adjust to changes. Glad to see you're planning to build an area for Holland Diane to play and be creative with her thoughts. Remember she will always have an agenda and most of the time will not keep yours in mind 😅. Just roll with the wave on those days and you should be fine. Beautiful dolls and thanks for sharing with us 🇺🇸 ❤. HAPPY 4TH OF JULY.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

So true! Thank you so much, Carmen!

[@carmencolon3520]

@@RachelHoffmanDolls 🤗💞🤗

[@andrewheger8908]

So incredible the work you all do,I love watching your videos everyweek and the reruns over and over. It's the next best thing to getting to visit. Which being walking challenge probably will never get to do. Holland Diane it's so fun to watch grow, you're doing a great job.You make my day so much better.Thank you

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

This is so nice of you to say, we’re so glad you’re with us. Thank you so much!!

[@bettyriddle4341]

So sweet

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

You are so kind!

[@wantingoneangel8976]

Rachel, I am so happy to see all your updates💖, Linda's talents in repairing gorgeous antique dolls💖, and see how Holland Diane is growing and becoming so awesome💛💛💛💛💛!!! Holland Diane really makes me smile😃💖 and she likes the same things I do avocados🥑, yogurt, blueberries🫐 and sweet potatoes🍠😊🥰!! As for how I am doing, well I am under a lot of stress😞😞because my new Landlady is a heartless monster and she is threatening to evict my Mom and I because she does not want to do needed repairs and my Mom might need surgery. However, watching your videos really helps to cheer me up😃😃💖💖!! I so LOVE watching Linda clean that Jumeau Doll and I so LOVE what Linda did with the Jumeau Doll's beautiful hair🤎🤎, adding a blue bow💙💙, and the dress is so beautiful too💖💖💖!!! I really LOVE how Linda restrung the HE-Be Doll💖💖💖 and yes I was thinking the same thing, that the HE-Be Doll resembles Holland Diane💖💖💖💖💖!!! And I really LOVED the sweet story that came with the French antique Doll ❤❤❤❤❤!! Rachel, I am looking forward to your next video on Linda's progress with the smiling Bru Doll too💜💜!! And I am sorry that you have problems with disrespectful idiots doing graffiti, but at least you have help to erase it. And Rachel, You are so blessed to have Stan to help with Holland Diane and Stan just LOVES her too💛💛!! Rachel, thank you so much for sharing this really awesome Doll repair💖💖 and Holland Diane👶👶 💜💜update video!!!

[@lamkins2276]

What is does for me…..exactly. I was just thinking this earlier when I was oohing and aahing over a doll online and trying to express why she was so appealing. I think I prefer a doll with repairs or damage as I don’t want anything too precious and expensive to enjoy. I’ve got some repairs, so they’re just like me, haha.

[@juliettepeers5226]

There are a few Jumeau Bebes with bisque hands. There was one in the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum, I'm not certain if it has been sold by them and I have seen a couple for sale over the years, but yes you see Steiners with bisque hands more frequently

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you for the information! It’s good to know more are out there.

[@Dotlikesred]

Hi Rachel. I am a new subscriber. I'm only recently obsessed with dolls. Not sure what happened to me😂 I love them all and am starting a little collection. Your baby Holland Diane is absolutely darling! Looking forward to learning from all of you!❤️😍

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I’m sooo glad you are here and recently obsessed with dolls. You’re in the RIGHT place!!

[@Sara.lopez333]

I have a dep jumeau with bisque hands look exactly like this doll ❤

[@twiddle66]

Hello! Love the bisque hand Jumeau! The Strong Museum had an all factory original Jumeau with porcelain hands. The doll museum I grew up at Mary Merritts Doll Museum in Douglassville PA had a Jumeau with original porcelain hands, and they also had a Jumeau with rare lead metal hands. All of these dolls were Tête Jumeau models, but with a closed mouth. The porcelain hands were the same shape as the one you have. The dolls in the Merritts collection had blue stamp bodies and closed mouths. The doll in the Strong museum collection had a closed mouth and is featured on page 47 of Magaret Whittons book, The Jumeau Doll. Hope this is helpful for you, love your videos! Kindly Tracey Knight

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Hi! Oh really??? That helps so much! I literally have not seen any except the one on the Theriault’s auction. Thank you for sharing!

[@juliettepeers5226]

The same doll from the Strong Museum was also shown in Carl Fox's book The Doll. She was a Jumeau in factory original couture dress, definitely totally original

[@bettyboop4263]

That doll is drop dead gorgeous. The repair would not bother me in the least. I can't believe Holland Diane is seven months old❤ Hope you have as great Forth of July🎆🎇🎉 Thanks for a great video💜

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much!! Have a wonderful rest of your weekend!!

[@MiddleClassKamel]

I would love to see the entire process

[@JeanneAxelrod]

So true it what you like

[@jsanders2993]

At 31:20, the Jumeau is absolutely looking at Linda with love and appreciation. Will that doll be for sale? (Sorry if you addressed that and I just missed it.) Always enjoy seeing you and precious Holland Diane. Happy 4th!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

The doll is for sale, we just need to get her listed. We are going through a renovation so it’s tough but you can email about pricing anytime! The doll is so much happier!

[@lauraleecreations3217]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍👍

[@johnhandley6123]

You could also have the old repair updated, sometimes for not a lot of money.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Totally! There are SO many talented people out there to help!

[@laurindaruxton9339]

The Jumeau doll you have there is beautiful! I wouldn't be able to let her go either. The 'damage' does not bother me at all. The miniatures were sweet too. Thank you for the tip on cleaning leather with Cream of Tartar. Who would have thought. And GOJO, really? I'll try that for sure. How do you clean the clothes and wash and style hair on antique dolls? Where is your shop located? Do you sell dolls online also, or just in your shop?

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

We are in Denver, Colorado. There’s a great video on our channel with our exact ways that we clean clothing, look for them, you’ll love it! We sell online and by appointment. Thanks for tuning in! www.rare-dolls.com/

[@CherieWelton]

What do u recommend for a porcelain doll arm she is old, and her parasol sits on the arm. How do u repair it to go back in her dress? Ty it would be helpful.

[@gabrielroussy3866]

Maybe the bisque hand jumeaux was a special commission from a department store ?

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

That is a good idea!!

[@juliettepeers5226]

Absolutely Rachel damage on a doll if it is not disfiguring is an opportunity not something to reject

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I totally agree!

[@juliettepeers5226]

@@RachelHoffmanDolls If museum curators followed Mildred Seeley's books which state that you should not buy a doll with a hair line, most of the amazing artworks that the public loves from earlier cultures like Greece, Egypt, the Aztecs, Inas, Ankor Wat, Africa etc would not be on display but hidden away from the public in the store room. Also think of Teddy Bear collectors, whilst they recognise the rare and perfectly preserved, they also cherish damaged and repaired bears as having endured an honorable life of service of giving happiness to children and adults. Given your wide fanbase you may be able to change some stubborn minds for the better!

[@markhackett1284]

Hello! I was wondering, is it ok to put a French fashion doll dress on a bisque German doll, because it looks very nice!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Yes of course! Enjoy it. ❤️

[@markhackett1284]

@@RachelHoffmanDollsThank you!

[@SweetSmileAndrea]

I live in California do you know if there are doll conventions in this state. I would like to learn how to make a full vinyl doll with jointed joints.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I would look on Doll Show USA website, there’s lots of things in the CA area. It’s very rich with doll stuff going on.

[@margaretlynch1494]

🙋‍♀️❤

[@michaellane5409]

Can you tell me the name of the tool she is using to hold the cord in place.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

It’s a called a Hemostat www.google.com/search?q=hemostat&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari

[@vanessagovinder1524]

How to get hold of you

[@gloriaburton1494]

I have really miss you. What is your ebay site or any sites you sale on.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

We sell on our website and will have an update soon! You can always email about prices, too!! www.rare-dolls.com/