Author: Nikki

New video: I’m baaack!

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It’s been a long time (3 years?? Yikes!), and I have a quite bit to update!

We all know I basically stopped making videos in 2021 – that’s because I found out I was pregnant at the end of 2021. And the end of 2021 and first half of 2022 was spent trying to survive pregnancy and morning sickness – I never realized just how much pregnancy can take out of someone, but it kicked my butt! And in August 2022, our little boy was born. 😀 He’s amazing, inquisitive, and energetic – the level of exhaustion that comes with a little one is no joke! But we’re now at a point where I can fully get back into Resin Melody – Yay!

I’m so excited to be back and ready to get everything fully back up and running, and I have some additional updates!

Over the past 3 years, I’ve expanded my sewing interests beyond just sewing for dolls – I am now sewing for humans, too! And I’ve decided to offer one of those categories to YOU! I’ve developed a passion for creating bags for humans <3 And I’ll be adding a variety of bags to the site over the next week or so – I think I have approximately 20 to list! 😀

Don’t worry! I’ll still be making doll clothes, wigs, and accessories in addition to video content – that isn’t going anywhere! I’m not taking anything away – simply adding to what’s offered 😉

I’ve also added Tiktok to my social media platforms – feel free to follow me there as well!

FOLLOW ME:
Website: https://www.resinmelody.com/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/resinmelody
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resinmelody/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resinmelody/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resinmelody

New Video: Restringing RS Mei

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I’m restringing my RS Mei!

The video is a bit long, but there is no time-lapse and no voice-over! Each step is fully explained to help you feel comfortable restringing your own ball-jointed doll.


Not sure what size elastic you need? Cool Cat has an awesome size chart!


LINKS TO RESTRINGING MATERIALS
Pipe Cleaners (paid link) – https://amzn.to/3wJRGZH
Rattail Silk/Nylon Cord (paid link) – https://amzn.to/39WVQnm
Elastic – http://us.sk-coolcat.com/front/bin/ptdetail.phtml?Part=ac_4&Category=158911
Dollmore Restringing Tool – http://www.dollmore.net/shop/step1.php?number=822&b_code=B20050603012757&c_code=C20050607065830
Volks Restringing Tool (SD) – https://volksusastore.com/webstores/dollfie/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=290
Volks Restringing Tool (MSD) – https://volksusastore.com/webstores/dollfie/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=284
Hemostat (paid link) – https://amzn.to/3wHHTDA


LINKS TO RESINSOUL MEI:
Denver Doll Emporium: https://www.denverdoll.com/
Resinsoul: http://resinsoul.com/
Resinsoul on Denver Doll: https://www.denverdoll.com/product-category/ball-jointed-dolls/resinsoul-bobobie/
Resinsoul Mei at Resinsoul: http://resinsoul.com/05-chanpin/p-001-1.asp?id=325


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New Video: 70cm+ doll carrier for $33?? I found one!

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After I received questions on my previous doll carrier video whether bigger ABJD would fit, I tried to find a budget carrier option for 70+ cm dolls…. and I’ve done it!

Check out the Neewer bag meant for photographers and photo/video equipment! It’s an awesome size for our big guys, and it can fit a ton of stuff!

If you missed the previous video, check it out here: https://youtu.be/No3T1trofW8

Doll Carriers:
(For 70-ish cm dolls) – Neewer 30-inch x 10-inch x 10-inch bag (paid link): https://amzn.to/39pmUvo
(For 60-ish cm dolls – previous video) – 24″ Cricut Carrier (paid link): https://amzn.to/3defHiH

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New Video: Senior Collector Q&A – BJD Tag Video

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I enjoy doing tag videos and thought this would be a great one to share! Thanks to Lady Irene for creating the questions and sdrcow for (finally) answering Asenva’s tag. ^.~

Tag Created by: Lady Irene

Senior Questions:
1. How long have you been in the hobby?
2. How has the hobby changed for/around you?
3. Do you regret any thing you have done in the hobby?
4. If you gave only one piece of advice, what would it be?

Junior Questions:
1. How did you join the hobby?
2. How are you involved in the hobby community?
3. Where can we find you? (insta, flickr, etc.)
4. What do you like in the hobby/community?
5. What do you not like in the hobby/community?

Lady Irene’s Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/FurryChloroform

Original Tag Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlDTh6T0QH4&t=0s

sdrcow’s Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-BIbeTlxVzfmhTaC3WFSBQ
sdrcow’s Video: https://youtu.be/aiC2JIl3WaM

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New Video: DollZone Moon Dragon – Speed Cleaning!

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I am working on cleaning and restoring a DollZone Moon dragon I was fortunate to get from the large estate auction in the Chicagoland area last fall. This video is step 1 of that process.

What color should I make him/her when I do the painting/blushing?

Tools I Used:
Mr. Clean MagicEraser Extra Durable (paid link): https://amzn.to/3cGWcz6
Melamine Sponge (Mr. Clean alternative) (paid link): https://amzn.to/2OPwBMv
Windsor & Newton Brush Cleaner and Restorer (paid link): https://amzn.to/2P2sXP4
Pipe Cleaners (paid link): https://amzn.to/3eULTtO/
Dish Soap: Use whatever dish soap you normally use, but stay away from ones that are moisturizing or have added lotion.

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