Blythe Dolls: Fake (aka Factory) Dolls Versus Real Takara Dolls ~ Updated

[@xokhaliah]

as a Black girl who loves Blythe and likes collecting dark skin dolls I have lots of love for the Fakeys because they come in easily accessible diverse skin colors and I can customize one to look like me. I definitely still want to own a few authentic stock Blythe dolls when I get spare money to blow on something lol

[@TammyPowley]

This, yes! I understand that Blythe caters to the Asian market, but it is sad there there is not more representation in the stock versions of this doll.

[@JayDollsUK]

I have a lot of the take dolls and I really enjoy them, I have never actually seen or had a hold of a real Blythe so I found this very interesting- thanks for sharing 🥰

[@TammyPowley]

It's a really subtle difference.

[@MarchPaynesMidlifeDollyCrisis]

As you've mentioned in previous videos the fakey Blythes often act like a gateway to the real thing and sure enough I started off with AliExpress fakey girls and eventually ended up with a couple of stock dolls too. I enjoy them both for different reasons but in a way I feel like I have more fun with the fakeys as (so far) I have tended to keep my stock dolls in their stock outfits whereas with the fakeys they have a lot of different looks. That said owning stock dolls is still reasonably new to me so that could change over time.

[@TammyPowley]

The fakes give a lot more freedom to take them out and do stuff with them. I have some stock I do things with, but I would not take many of them out of my house for photos or anything because I don't want to damage them.

[@amazingdollart4676]

So much of this, if I have the original outfit it stays on the doll idk why I'm like this maybe because I lost the pieces to my dolls when I was a kid, and like I know I could put the clothes in a pouch or something but I just can't bring myself to

[@TammyPowley]

@@amazingdollart4676 It's nice to have their original clothing with the doll.

[@MarchPaynesMidlifeDollyCrisis]

@@amazingdollart4676 I definitely need to organise the clothes better - particularly when it comes to keeping stock outfits and accessories together. Having spent money on getting the real dolls it feels like getting your moneys worth to keep them in their stock clothes I think, also that's how they're meant to be (I know that sounds little silly as they can be dressed in anything). Like I say I'm still new to owning stock dolls so hopefully I will end up feeling more comfortable dressing them in other clothes later on.

[@EmzZone42]

​@@TammyPowleyI have one I'm selling so glad you did this I have a dark skinned doll with curly hair

[@lucylu376]

I collect antique dolls and been thinking of buying an original blythe doll. Thank you for this bid.

[@TammyPowley]

How exciting! Good luck on finding a Kenner.

[@AmbrosiasDollhouse]

I’m trying to decide on buying a stock Blythe. I like a collection of each of my favorite doll types. Thank you for explaining the differences so eloquently. You have really given me great information!!!✨😍✨😍✨

[@TammyPowley]

There are so many wonderful releases that I'm sure you'll find the perfect ones for you.

[@reneesreborns]

Hi, thank you for sharing ! I'm new to Blythe dolls, they are just so gorgeous!!

[@TammyPowley]

I hope you found the video useful

[@NickysDW]

I really enjoyed this video. I have been wanting to know the differences for a while.

[@TammyPowley]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KarynLewisBonfiglio]

I like all Blythes, too, fake, real, and custom. Agree on the hair. My stock Odette has had two spas on her hair and the ends are still crunchy and dry. If she wasn't a real Takara I would have snipped them off, because the rest of the hair is in good shape. But it annoys me to no end that I spent a couple hundred dollars on her and my fake $30 Blythes have much better hair. However, that being said, her face and body plastic are amazing, heavy, smooth, and almost glowing from within.

[@TammyPowley]

It's a shame there aren't more physical stores where you could walk in and actually touch a real vs. fake Blythe.

[@melsmith110]

I am glad you made an updated version of this video. I watched the old one a few times in the beginning of my interest in Blythe. Your videos have been my main inspiration concerning these unique gals. I still love my fakes, because of their hair but am also deeply pleased to own one real! I remain confused on the face molds, they all look so similar. I hope to buy more real ones in the future but they will have to be second hand. As you know that has never bothered me!

[@TammyPowley]

One good thing about pre-owned dolls is that there is typically no surprise as far as quality if the seller is truthful about the doll's condition, and you can't always say that about a NIB doll. Thanks for watching. I'm glad I redid this. I have a few older videos that I need to redo as well. The camera quality is much better these days, and of course, I'm more knowledgeable than I was back then. One reason I started doing Blythe doll videos, as I originally thought I would focus more on crafting for my channel, was because I couldn't find many on KZbin at the time and was researching the doll.

[@divinemischief4655]

I've just recently received my first factory dolls from AE, and I have to say I was stunned at how beautiful and well made she is. Her hair is amazing, and she came with the Matt face finish. I'm a tempted to buy more. I have looked on JM website and tbh, I was disappointed in the selection, not that I really want of those dolls. I prefer the more posable dolls and a bit more choice when it comes to hair and skin colour. Thank you for this video. It was very helpful ❤

[@TammyPowley]

For whatever reason JM typically doesn't have a ton of dolls for sale online. However, CCToys has a good selection as well as Mandrake.

[@serenata1736]

I had three stock dolls at one stage...why oh why did I sell them. Sadly I definitely didn’t make any money on them either. It was a few years ago now.

[@TammyPowley]

Yes, been there done that!

[@DollsRescued]

I love all of the Blythe Dolls. Stock Line or not. ;-) Thanks for this information, I am always appreciative when you teach me. And I say again, Your Blythes look ADORABLE in the Burlap Outfits you made for them. I have MANY of the Ali Blythes, I have only had one with greasy hair. Do you have an Original Kenner Blythe? LOVE your necklace, you look really nice.

[@TammyPowley]

I finally got my hair done, so I'm doing more "face" type videos now. I would love to have a Kenner Blythe some day if I could find one in my price range and that wasn't in too bad of shape.

[@rubyredsworldofdolls8322]

Very informative video, when I showed interest in fake, factory Blythe doll, your videos was one of the first ones I watched as a guide and information. As of now, I’m still not interested in buying a Real, stock Blythe, I guess because I’m so interested in so many different brands of dolls.

[@TammyPowley]

You have a really nice collection, love watching your videos. I'm glad you found that older and this newer video helpful.

[@regiwills57]

Great video, I have both the only stock dolls I have at this time is Tasha mermaid and a customize I love you it’s true. I really like the sbl mold Blythe dolls. I have started customizing my own fake dolls after 5 years of collecting Blythe dolls. My first Blythe doll was Check it out..but Sadly I sold her and many other blythes over the years. My grail doll is Veronica Lace, but like you said the prices go up and is out of my budget. Thanks for all of your videos.

[@TammyPowley]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@nolasdollsandaquatics9386]

I don't have one yet...Y'all gonna make me get one with all these vids on them...lol 😆

[@TammyPowley]

LOL, that's our evil plan, ha ha

[@dolleca]

I always appreciate your Blythe videos. I learn so much! I like all Blythes as well. I don't think the fakes take away from the authentic Blythes, as people will still buy the authentic no matter what.

[@TammyPowley]

They do, good point.

[@SunshineDawn7]

Hi Tammy ☺ Thanks so much for making this video. I am new to the Blyth world and i can't afford the real ones so i have bought a couple of icy Blyths from Ali after watching March Payne's channel. I fell in love with them. Their hair is so fun to play with and i like looking for outfits for them. If i were to buy a doll in a box i probably would never take her out . I am weird that way. I like to keep them new looking but with the icy Blyths they are already out of the box so i don't feel guilty playing with them lol. Thanks again for all the information. It really helps. Have a lovely day ! 💖

[@TammyPowley]

Glad you found it helpful. No judgement here, some collectors keep their dolls NIB, nothing wrong with that. I like the Blythes, though, because they are fairly tough little dolls so I don't have to worry about damaging them too much. But, yes, that's an extra nice thing about the fakes vs. the real.

[@SunshineDawn7]

@@TammyPowley Yes 😊I am so glad they are available at a price i can afford and they are so dang cute 🥰❤🎄

[@sunset8657]

You’re so nice ♥️ I really love this video ♥️

[@TammyPowley]

Thank you so much!!

[@allie5534]

Thinking of purchasing my first fake blythe to see if I like them😊 Thank you for the informative video.

[@TammyPowley]

You’re welcome 😊I'm sure you love your first Blythe doll :)

[@freqgirl]

I love the BJD body so much more than the original. I think I might keep my fake ones.

[@TammyPowley]

Nothing wrong with having both

[@dolljoylissa]

Good video, very informative. The fakey also comes articulated; which I prefer. I do want a stock doll, but so pricey. I feel like I’d prefer to buy a custom instead. But even so, I eventually will get a stock doll.

[@TammyPowley]

You can sometimes find good deal on pre-own stock dolls through various Facebook groups. I'm glad you found the video helpful.

[@_.vegaa._]

I love love love blythe but I sadly don't have any bec aliexpress is banned where I live and they are really expensive. Tysm for all the info. I really enjoyed watching the video💖💖💖💖

[@TammyPowley]

Sorry to hear that. Check Etsy also. You can find them sold as doll supplies over there. I used to sell them myself as that.

[@_.vegaa._]

@@TammyPowley aww tysm but since I live internationally etsy's shipping is expensive too i once but a doll stand in the cart and it had 18 $ shipping. And I was like haha. But tysm for the suggestion

[@krustalloswilliams8666]

I really love your video and through explanation of nontraditional and traditional Blythe Dolls. I heard Habaso came out before Takara, but I was wondering what was the difference?

[@TammyPowley]

Kenner originally produced Blythe in 1972, but they didn't sell well. Hasbro owns the rights, which it sold to Junie Moon. Takara is a manufacturer who Junie Moon hired to make Blythe again in 2001. The main differences are how old the dolls are and the face mold vary a little bit, and of course, the price. An original Kenner Blythe is very expensive.

[@krustalloswilliams8666]

@@TammyPowley Wow, Thank You. I never owned a Blythe doll before. I'm just wondering where I can find a good reasonably price Blythe doll at? Similar to your tan/brown doll with the curly hair...

[@amazingdollart4676]

I really like the bodies because they have joints, idk if I'd have fun with less articulation

[@TammyPowley]

A lot of collectors prefer the jointed bodies.

[@ItsaStrokeofLifeMelissa]

Very informative :) Thank you for your time in explaining. I have two fake and that will probably be it. LOL I do like them and enjoy making clothes for them. TFS Toodles,,^..^,,Melissa

[@TammyPowley]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sunnyasegura4641]

Thank you Tammy, great information as always! Really enjoyed it! I have to disagree about them not being an investment though. I tell my hubby they are an investment 🤭🤫😄❤️❤️❤️❤️☀️💙

[@TammyPowley]

Ha ha, yes, I like to tell me husband when I doll has gone up in value. Luckily, he is a collector of other things so he gets my passion.

[@dollvee]

New sub ! And adult doll collector too! Mostly pullip ! TBH Blythe really creeped me out … but somehow she grew on me but I’ll still sculpt and make the eyes less chucky looking 😅 Blythe is cute and pretty but the eye sculpt is so similar to chucky for me lol - I really appreciate this video !!

[@TammyPowley]

I'm glad you found it helpful! Thanks for your sub and comment :)

[@nisar6339]

The only reason I ever considered purchasing a Blythe was because of the ball jointed type of body. I’ve been collecting ball joint dolls for over 20 years. I really am not in love with the original Blythe face (the shiny finish and gloomy expression turned me off), but I saw custom Blythes and really wanted one. I have two Pullip’s that I really like. One is original and one is a kit. Anyway I’ve ordered two Blythe heads to start customizing and Obitsu bodies for them.

[@TammyPowley]

Some people don't like the shiny face and spray them with Mr. Super Clear for a matte finish. Personally, I'm fine with the shiny, but it's not everyone's cup of tea. That's cool that you are going to try customizing them. I've also just (re)started customizing.

[@shannancarothers4578]

I love dolls and always loved Blyth. The fake dolls will allow my grands to handle them. I want them to play not be on tech. A nude doll will allow me to teach them to sew.

[@TammyPowley]

Good points, yes, I have some young ones in my life that will enjoy the fakes once they get a little older.

[@crietman29]

I love them all too! I mostly have customs tho.

[@TammyPowley]

I love my customs.

[@dominiquebertrand6786]

I have no problem with the fake Blythe doll if you want to customize and sculpt the faces. Most customizers carve the face, boggle the eyes, sometimes reroot, and put on a Pure Nemo body, so what’s left of the original Blythe apart from the general shape of the head? Blythe were never an artist doll, they were originally meant as play dolls. I wish Takara, or the new owner would simply offer a blank Blythe for customisers just like Pullip did.

[@TammyPowley]

Totally agree, and I think they are missing a good opportunity to make money by not providing kits of some kind for customizers.

[@MariiiiMarija]

Is there any authentic Blythe dolls that have articulated bodys? I don't think I've seen any, but maybe I'm wrong Also I'm new to Blythe, but I've been wondering if it's okay to costumize the factory/fake dolls? I want to try to customize them one day, but I also don't want to spend a 100$ on a doll that I'm going to completely change anyways..

[@TammyPowley]

Authentic stock Blythe dolls do not come articulated bodies, but some collectors will swap out the bodies, so you could have a stock head on a non-stock body. Yes, the fakes are great for customizing. That's one of the good things about them.

[@MariiiiMarija]

@@TammyPowley Thank you!! :D

[@vanishingghost.4335]

I got my first Blythe Christmas 1973 as a 9 year old. I restarted collecting in 2013. I now have 2 kenners 9 Takaras the full set of ADG and 4 factory girls with one customised. I have recently ordered another factory as I have lots of Blythe wigs and want another doll to use them on. I don't like the jointed one I can't get clothes on her the bottom is too big. The new one is not jointed I won't get another jointed. I love the Takara ones much better quality the factory girls feel they could bend like melted plastic. And I don't like the crude makeup the horrible red lips. The Takara simply love me has poor hair it's layered and quite greasy. I cut her hair short and put wigs on it. In fact she's my favourite 😍.

[@TammyPowley]

Your collection sounds wonderful!! Not everyone likes the jointed, but you know, I've seen people take stock dolls and switch out their bodies to the jointed ones, so it's really a matter of taste. It is also possible to order fakes with the traditional body vs. the jointed, but usually you have to ask the vendor before ordering.

[@lindydiddle6253]

At first I didn’t like Blythe dolls because of their shiny faces and their bodies not being articulated. I never would have bought one. Then I saw a custom doll, with a beautiful face, and an articulated body and I totally fell in love with Blythes. I found Aliexpress when they were just changing to the cute matte faces and now I have lots of matte face factory Blythes. I also have 3 beautiful custom Blythes made by Russian artists. I have only seen one real Blythe that I really loved and it was Daunting Drusilla. Unfortunately she’s out of my price range now. I can get her in a matte face factory Blythe doll though, and I even found her bone tights on Etsy.

[@TammyPowley]

The does have really cute stock. I know the shiny faces aren't everyone's thing, but there are lots of varieties of these dolls, something for everyone.

[@desireejay7573]

I'm only halfway through the video, but where do you buy your authentic stock blythe?

[@TammyPowley]

I've bought from Junie Moon, CCToys, and pre-owned through Facebook groups. I have a fairly old video (which I probably need to update) that talks about that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHatlZxpiNljqLc

[@stargazer1238]

I like them all too. I don't really understand people that get uptight about fake ones. In the art world many paintings and sculptures are replicated. Some people can't afford real Blythe dolls and replicated ones better fit their budget and they get to enjoy the similar doll art form. I'm all about replicas!!! I could afford a real Blythe but I don't want to. I rather love my customs.....its the big eyes!!!!

[@TammyPowley]

I think some of the hate comes from the belief that the mold used to make the faceplates might be recast, but when you compare the fakes and the real Blythe dolls, at least when I do, I can see they aren't the same mold, so I can't see how a recasting could have happened.

[@stargazer1238]

@@TammyPowley My great grandfather used to make costume jewelry during the art deco period. He did commission work for Harry Winston and Cartier. We still have the original plates and techniques he used and my family is very protective of it. They refuse to let anyone outside of the family even view it at all so forget about replicating it. I don't get it but to each their own! LOL Thank you for the informative video! :)

[@melweismann]

Do you have any favorite AliExpress or eBay sellers for fake/factory dolls? I am happy to order from either place but wonder if you know some reliably good quality sellers. Maybe you have a video on this already. Thanks!

[@TammyPowley]

Check out Blythe Homes on Aliexpress.

[@siuyuk7540]

May i know how to buy a real doll?

[@TammyPowley]

I have this video too: Where to Buy Real Stock Blythe Dolls kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4TNnHVojbWfedE

[@ambercastle632]

My 10 year old wants a Blythe for her birthday the cheaper none stock girls can change their hair yes I found some dolls I wanted on thisisblythe are they fake or stock

[@TammyPowley]

Those are fake on that website. BeBeBlytheCo on etsy also sells fake Blythe dolls, and she's located in the US so shipping will be faster than if buying from Asia (depending on where you live). You can change their hair, but, usually, that means taking the doll apart and changing the scalp, not just switching out a wig.

[@Ddalgiichigo]

I bought two fakes last month and then bought a real one just yesterday 😂

[@TammyPowley]

Oh, congratulations!

[@simplelivinggladsdiary2258]

cute

[@TammyPowley]

Glad you like it

[@ambercastle632]

She wants one that can be changed when she wants like eyes, hands , and hair

[@TammyPowley]

It sounds like you are describing a BJD (ball jointed doll). They tend to have wigs, eyes you can pull out of their heads, and interchangeable hands. The fake Blythe have interchangeable hands, and you can use the attached pull cord to change the eyes.

[@shawnj547]

thank you for all the good information

[@TammyPowley]

You are welcome :)

[@TammyPowley]

Do you have any fake or real Blythe dolls or have any plans to acquire either at some point to add to your collection?

[@NickysDW]

I might give in at some point, you never know...

[@MariiiiMarija]

I hoping to order my first Blythe from AliExpress soon! :D

[@mariettamachado8201]

I have 4 fakes

[@Fumi007]

My first stock doll is going to be the Choco colored anniversary doll. I have five other Blythe, all customized. But two of them were customized from stock dolls. Patty Patch and Simply Guava.

[@TammyPowley]

@@Fumi007 Exciting, the anniversary dolls are always pretty nice.

[@Jupither_marii]

Hay muñecas en Ali con caja y sin cuerpo articulado y están a bajo precio por que tiene pequeños defectos

[@TammyPowley]

Yes, love the dolls

[@marymary49]

Where can I buy the best fake doll?

[@TammyPowley]

I get mine from Fairytale Town Store or Blythe Homes, both on Aliexpress.

[@_.vegaa._]

First yay

[@TammyPowley]

Awesome :) thanks for watching and commenting.

[@_.vegaa._]

@@TammyPowley aww my pleasure

[@angeliquedagard9104]

I find a plagiarism knockoff of blythe in a china store in the Reunion island.. The package is Pink and the doll call "Belle" and also picture of à real blythe blond dressed in maid. The package is very old and disgusting. She got Brown hair with big Brown eyes taller than a Neo Blythe and this doll cost 7,90€ (7 or 8$) very very cheap idk if i will buy this copycat. In the store is only 2 dolls available (Light skin and Brown skin) 😊

[@angeliquedagard9104]

Also its impossible to find this knockoff of Blythe in the net! I see its a chinese company who make this doll "Belle" (It's not Belle Girl!)

[@TammyPowley]

I have not heard of that doll before.

[@TammyPowley]

There are lot of "big eyed and big head" dolls now that copy Blythe.

[@angeliquedagard9104]

@@TammyPowley I think this doll is old because the package is old, torn and a little yellowed

[@TammyPowley]

@@angeliquedagard9104 It sounds like it.

[@malenateves]

As long as it's cute, I could care less if it's fake. We all have to do what we can afford. If Karens don't understand that, well, God bless em.

[@TammyPowley]

That is true.

[@GuitarAngel25]

Real one cost a small fortune

[@TammyPowley]

Yes, they do. I always have to save up for one.