Can you love an “imperfect” doll?

[@janaesjoy9004]

She is just too precious! My goodness! Gorgeous eyes!! Love her rooting! Just stunning!

[@Sarahsspace]

Thank you so much!

[@suzannenevins8124]

My favorite Go To doll is beyond imperfect. Enjoy your baby she is beautiful.

[@Sarahsspace]

🥰 thank you. I definitely am!

[@patriciasdollydreamz6569]

She’s adorable ❤❤❤

[@Sarahsspace]

Thank you ☺️

[@milimarymat9219]

So beautiful

[@Sarahsspace]

Thank you 😊

[@jeffrey63031]

I'm so happy you're feeling better sweetie ❤ I absolutely love her...I'm not a fan of straight legs. I have imperfect babies that I love as much as my other babies ❤ Please give her big hugs from Nana, Charlie is beautiful too hun! Hugs and love Nana ❤️ 😍 💖

[@Sarahsspace]

🥰 thank you!

[@MsSerenitySmithBabies]

This video was very refreshing to listen to. I can totally relate to how I’ve learned I don’t have to spend top dollar to find a doll I love. I have been able to love an imperfect doll as well it just depends on what the flaw or imperfection is rather over time I end up selling it or not. Some of them I’ve kept and love more than even my nearly perfect dolls.

[@Sarahsspace]

I am glad you found it refreshing. It felt refreshing to say and admit out loud. I think I got way too caught up in the search for the perfect doll….but got lost somewhere. I think I am finally starting to learn that it’s most important to love what I love, no matter what anyone else may think. I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and comment.

[@giyeraytion3644]

So very true~

[@giyeraytion3644]

So very true~

[@giyeraytion3644]

I just love her, Hazel is a beautiful name. Yet I also like Gretchen.

[@Sarahsspace]

Oh Gretchen is a great name too! ❤️

[@MsSerenitySmithBabies]

Also I love to see Sandi on the Blick limbs! She’s adorable! Maybe send her off to get the inside of her mouth painted it’s a very easy fix I think. Or she can be a paci baby!

[@Sarahsspace]

What drew me to this Sandie was the limbs of Missy. Personally, I don’t enjoy straight legs on my dolls. I think the combo of the two is perfect for me. Sandie’s fave is precious in my opinion. For now she will be a paci baby but I think eventually I’ll send her off to have her mouth painted. But who knows. Either way, I am glad to have her. 😊

[@charmedreborns]

I'm glad you are bonding with her. She is a beautiful doll overall, but yes, annoying. I'm glad she is opening you up to new preferences in dolls. I have felt that way as well of becoming so bummed about reborns and wanting to sell everything. I have prototype dolls and as I stayed in the hobby longer and longer, I realized they aren't all that. Just the doll that is on the COA or the first(s) of the kit, but I've seen other dolls, some cheaper and by less well known artists that I love more than the prototypes. Yes, worry about you think because no matter what, people will always find a reason to judge you. That's amazing you still get to visit your childhood home and keep it in the family! I enjoyed this video! You have a wonderful day!

[@Sarahsspace]

Thank you so much for your comment. It made my day to know you enjoyed my video. I do appreciate the feedback. I do feel lucky to have my childhood home to go back to. It sure does feel like my real home and it even smells the same. There was a time when I was what some people call a prototype chaser. I had it bad. Now don’t get me wrong, I love the prototypes I’ve had and know their artists are truly masters. But I can’t justify having multiple dolls over 2,000. It just doesn’t feel right for me. Now with that being said, I do have a silicone prototype I am expecting. Really I’m all over the place. I think I can enjoy any doll as long as I am drawn to them. I’m still finding my niche in this hobby I think. Who knows where it will take me. I do feel better that I am feeling more motivated to interact and even make videos. I really so you taking the time to comment. Hope you have a great weekend! 💗

[@rebornlivingdolls]

Hello dear friend, I'm very happy to hear that you are feeling good about your hobby and trying to let go of what anyone else may think. For me, there is no rhyme nor reason why I like or dislike a doll. Even though I hate the selling process with a passion, I know I will keep buying and selling dolls. I have to see it in person before I can decide how I feel about it. I love the name Hazel. I also love the names Carolyn or Caroline for her. She is truly gorgeous and you know I love the JK on her. Love and hugs. (: xo

[@Sarahsspace]

Hey there! I agree the selling part is the WORST. I am a lot like you (I think) I buy and sell frequently. I’ve finally gotten to the point that before I buy a doll, I think about that because I’ve only had 2 dolls in my collection for over two years. I want to experience them all! As you know my current fixation is on Penny by Natali Blick and now Sunny by Joanna K. I also know that I have to see a doll which is why I buy so many. I really love the name Caroline! It’s a classic. Right now I’m between Hazel and Caroline. Speaking of Jamie Kay, I bought several items from their new drop. I wasn’t as crazy about this one as I have been in the past. Thanks for your comment!

[@rebornlivingdolls]

@@Sarahsspace Hazel Caroline or Caroline Hazel both sound great. I have a Sunny, but he’s not a great one. It’s a really small kit imo. I’m really loving the new Charlie by Joanna. He’s an inch bigger than Sunny. 🤗😘

[@Sarahsspace]

@@rebornlivingdolls I wondered if Sunny was smaller. I looked her kit up to get the measurements. Her face is so beautiful though! But it definitely isn’t consistent with what a baby if 18 or 19 inches would have. I’m leaning toward Hazel Caroline atm but I’m indecisive so that could change 😂

[@sarahlovesdolls8691]

I can understand about doubting your ability to bond with this baby. I had my one and only custom doll made. I had so much trouble with the artist, by the time I did finally receive her, I just couldn’t bond. She did have some imperfections that a friend of mine worked on. She definitely made her better. I really don’t think it was her imperfection that kept me from bonding but the actual bad experience I had just getting her. I did not keep her, I wanted her to go to someone who could love her. None of my dolls are high end and I have bonded with most of them. I do have a couple that I would probably sell if I wasn’t so afraid of dealing with the actual sale of the doll. I haven’t bonded with them but it’s not their imperfections, it is just not feeling a connection…I guess. I love the name Hazel for her. I think she is beautiful and I am so glad you have been able to develop a bond with her. This was quite the rambling comment…sorry! I hope it even made sense!

[@Sarahsspace]

Hey there! You have a great name 😜 your comment made total sense. I think the experience can impact the ability to bond with a doll. I was worried that would happen with Sandie, but so far so good! The truth is, I never keep my dolls very long no matter what. With the exception of my Sophie. I totally think it is about the mysterious and unexplainable connection we have with some dolls. This is the case for me anyway. I’m learning I don’t necessarily have a type of doll. It’s hard to explain. Hazel is actually a name I have on my list! Great minds think alike!!! ❤️

[@katherinehealy6534]

Most of my dolls are far from perfect, so depending on what it is, imperfections don’t usually bother me. Your baby girl is adorable!

[@Sarahsspace]

The doll hobby is so interesting. What is a “perfect “ doll? I think it’s about connection we feel for them.

[@Tatortotsnursery]

I have noticed I like open eyed dolls then I want closed eyes. Same with size. Paint and varnish is important to me. I personally cannot do heavier mottling. I either like a doll sculpt or don’t. Painted hair or rooted, I need higher end. I guess bIm a bit picky but everyone has their style. For me, I need to have a style that I like or I won’t. bond. Most of my dolls are mid range. I’ve only had a couple over $1 k Names: Shyanne, Kendall, McKenna, Dani

[@Sarahsspace]

Thanks fir the ale suggestions! Some dolls are easier to bond with that others. The longer I’ve been in this hobby, I don’t think I know what a true high end doll is. I’ve had some expensive dolls that I’ve been disappointed with it they came with flaws. I agree that everyone is different and have their own style. I love seeing other collectors babies and can appreciate them more based on how they interact with them. I love watching collectors get excited about the dolls they have, no matter what they look like. Thanks for your comment!!! ❤️ ❤️

[@lovejones1059]

temari for a name I think beautiful but I understand how you feeling you put out a lot of money and nothing wrong with wanting it to be perfect in your eyes

[@EclecticWandering]

The doll is not imperfect, the artist chose not to paint the inside of the mouth, should she had taken photos to show this, yes, so that potential buyers could see all of the details before deciding if the doll is what they want, but the doll is absolutely beautiful!!

[@Sarahsspace]

Thank you! I agree that she is beautiful 😍

[@frederiqueboukeras6491]

Adeline❤

[@Sarahsspace]

That’s a great one! Thanks!

[@feliciamrobles8980]

I love your no name baby what kit is she

[@Sarahsspace]

Thanks! This is the sandie kit with Benjamin limbs 😊

[@cherylsmith-nj4jy]

Cassandra

[@Sarahsspace]

Pretty name ❤️

[@sharonssweetjewels1117]

Vivian

[@Sarahsspace]

Oh I like that one! Great suggestion!

[@sheilajones3228]

hellan

[@Kathy-zx5bu]

First of all, there is no such thing as a "perfect" doll. Just as there is no such thing as a perfect person. If you believe you are perfect, you are wrong! When you said you purchased cheaper clothes for an imperfect doll, I was shocked. What an awful thing that is. How ridiculous you possed "can you love an imperfect doll? "You have children and I bet you know they are not perfect. Hoever, you love them (Ihope). Sometimes people love imperfections in people and things the most. Denying a doll a name is really ugly. Look at that precious face. Hazel??? How about Rebecca or Veronica? Well anyway, this is my last ttime to watch your vivdeos. I need to spend that time loving the perfection about an imperfect world that for me, is perfect!

[@SpicyGirlLilly]

I'm very happy you are feeling better then you did. I felt so horrible for you. She is really a very gorgeous little baby and something about her just really seems special. Looking at her there are definitely names that just come to mind. She definitely looks like a beautiful little shiny star so star is definitely adorable for her but also autumn and then there is skyelar or just sky . Also amberlynn and even magenta. That's just some that came to mind lol. Again congratulations and she is definitely a beautiful sweetheart

[@Sarahsspace]

Thank you so much for your sweet words. I do love her and see that she is special (to me at least). I really am drawn to that sweet face. There is something about the Sandie sculpt for sure. Love you name suggestions!!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment 💗