BJD hobby on a budget: Transforming a 60cm doll from Aliexpress

This is the boy that introduced me to the world of budget ball jointed styled dolls. I've been a resin collector for over a decade, and it was a pleasant surprise to know there were budget friendly options out there for those who can't or don't want to spend hundred of dollars on dolls and just want to enjoy the hobby.
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[@cleof1503]

Love seeing these dolls painted. For many of us these are the only dolls we can afford.

[@maypaints6422]

Totally understandable! And also our situations change. I could afford expensive resin dolls in the past but with adulting and bills now, I am happy these are an option too

[@PompousPuppy]

I feel you Cleo. I have a resinsoul 44cm that I spent 145$ (a lot of money for me to spend at the time)on many many years ago, and have not been able to buy another doll since. I think these are a great option because of price, and if I had a 300$ or more doll, I'd be so afraid to ruin their faceup or customize them. I hope more dolls like this are offered soon.

[@hyunyoungmoon2858]

Same for me

[@pennydreadfull]

Thanks, I just bought him actually as a blank to make a Snape. I'm hoping to build up his nose and jaw line with some apoxiesculpt. And close his mouth. I love how you shaded his features. I hope to do as good a job!

[@maypaints6422]

Hey I think this doll can work wonderfully as a base for such project. Hope you have fun and enjoy the process!

[@Pistachio_Ice_Cream]

Watching your videos has re-ignited my interest in BJDs and now I've got some new arrivals incoming as a result. I'm excited to actually do stuff with my collection again.

[@maypaints6422]

I'm so glad! That was the main purpose of these videos! The wait can be a bit long but it will be worth it. Have fun with your dolls

[@Agonia2006]

Настоящее мастерство с любовью ^^ самая лучшая кукла в коллекцию ❤

[@Sami-zr3hy]

I’ve just watched all of your videos and I’m surprised you aren’t more popular! I’ve always wondered how these dolls would look with a little makeover

[@maypaints6422]

Thanks a lot for watching all of them! : D I just started this channel the past month of January = ) I think most of the Aliexpress dolls I've seen have cute faces with plenty of potential ^^

[@lemanphilpotadultdollcolle9764]

I love what you did to him these are some of my favorite dolls

[@maypaints6422]

There is not that much of a variety but the sculpts they have are certainly nice and have lots of potential!

[@carolstewart1704]

Lovely! 😍 And I was able to get audio this time and it helped me understand even more! Rly enjoying your videos!! Tysm!

[@breadneko1245]

I excatly needed this video

[@lisaetienne4580]

Thanks, that’s just so beautiful! Your job is fantastic. I’m so fan!!!

[@Puppy52]

You are so talented and patient! 😍

[@maypaints6422]

Thanks! And this was the doll with the less amount of work involved haha

[@mel-wi1ji]

I love this series :)

[@maypaints6422]

I'm glad! I'll keep these videos coming!

[@StrangeLittleGarden]

a tooth in the middle of the face isn't something you see on the regular, lol, but it came out so cute!

[@blackroseknight77]

super adorable!💕 *chef's* *kiss* 😊👍

[@Eruyt]

wow amazing! wish I could afford one of your dolls!

[@PompousPuppy]

I have this boy! I got him in february of 202O with pre rooted, long white hair and a face up for 17.00 US. The factory paint is pretty ugly tbh so I've been planning on repainting him. Watching you transform yours was amazing! Now I'm re energized to work on him. I do agree, his body proportions are uhm...odd. I hope if they continue to make male dolls in this size they think about resculpting the body. I had seen one at this size with more masculine hands but he's no longer available. Thanks for sharing your art, he looks so handsome!

[@maypaints6422]

Thanks a lot for your nice words and comments! I also saw this doll with rooted hair and face up the first time on Etsy, and then found him on Aliexpress like this, which is perfect for customization! I hope they make the bodies more masculine or at least thicker, because regular SD size clothes look terrible on him haha

[@Niseryusei]

do you have the link for him? :3

[@maypaints6422]

@@Niseryusei You can get him here www.aliexpress.com/store/group/Doll-60cm/5789181_1000000460678.html?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allProduct.0.0.b08f6300Tr9c5z

[@TheCreativeKobold]

Another great transformation! :D

[@maypaints6422]

Thanks for taking your time and watching my videos!

[@TheCreativeKobold]

Of course, May! And they're a pleasure to watch. :D

[@ypxgame]

so beautiful

[@eternal8song]

I bet he’d fit on a 60cm obits boy body, that might be a nice hybrid

[@mchoi6038]

Awesome!!! There are also a new sculpt/head mold with the body, but there is no real photos yet.

[@maypaints6422]

I didn't know that, I am curious now = )

[@ashhart420]

I have a question, can acrylic paint be used for doll face ups

[@konpeitosama]

Very nice but these aren’t considered BJDs. As you said they’re hinged jointed. Hinge jointed dolls..HJDs? Lol.

[@maypaints6422]

That would be the acronym I guess? Haha yes I wouldn't call them that way either but ehh it's easier for people to search for them that way lol

[@breadneko1245]

What powder are you using? And the spray and the colours

[@bettyrizzo6167]

that male doll is so handsome

[@karebear3152]

"unlike his resin counterpart" so... I'm confused. Are these aliexpress cheap dollies knock offs or are they actual original sculpts that are printed in both regular doll resin or also available as a vinyl version?

[@maypaints6422]

I don't know if it's an original sculpt or not, but the head is rubbery kinda like Obitsu or Monster High dolls, and the bodies are ABS plastic. So not resin at all

[@maidfordestruction]

can you do a video on anime styled bjds from aliexpress? :) love this video!

[@maypaints6422]

Yes! That's coming once I settle down

[@Slotgoddess1632]

I just ordered mine 2 days ago I wish I can afford a smart doll but it’s way out of budget

[@SilasNgo]

Love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@maypaints6422]

Thank you so much!

[@TheEigylyte]

After this video l think l gonna like them and try to buy One 😄 l wonder is it posible to make them look like anime dolls littlebit 🤔

[@maypaints6422]

If you get one with a closed mouth I think it's possible to make it look more anime like = )

[@pinkcookies2568]

Will you please post the doll link?

[@maypaints6422]

You can find him on this store www.aliexpress.com/store/group/Doll-60cm/5789181_1000000460678.html?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allProduct.0.0.b08f6300Tr9c5z

[@elizabethsloan3192]

I would prefer more voice over and way less annoyingly loud music with vocals. I enjoyed seeing a boy head of these done.

[@maypaints6422]

That's interesting, I thought my voice was annoying. Thanks for your input.

[@JayJay-qu4nw]

The teeth 😂 but I think there are people that exist that have three front teeth like that.

[@lilianadelacruz8]

Me encantó. Te escribiré por privado para que me recomiendes quiero una muñeca articulable como dice mi sobrina de 7 años .

[@maypaints6422]

Estoy a la orden cuando quieras!

[@sinikkakormano4015]

What kind paintings you use?

[@maypaints6422]

I explain the acrylics I use in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn7aaJ6ljtllZtU

[@sinikkakormano4015]

@@maypaints6422 Thank You

[@Choc_cupid999]

Do you have the link I want to buy one

[@maypaints6422]

You can find him on this store www.aliexpress.com/store/group/Doll-60cm/5789181_1000000460678.html?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allProduct.0.0.b08f6300Tr9c5z