The Grail BJD

So one thing that I have recently discovered is the term "BJD Grail"... that mean the doll that you wish the most, the most important one for you... Yesterday I was thinking in that,and realised I didn't have one and that I already have the doll that I love the most and I am crazy for him.

It was last year that I got into the hobby of the BJD and to be honest I had no idea, the only thing I knew is that I loved them and I wanted one and more... I had the money and started looking for a doll that captured me and I found him. < Soom - Gluino> however he was sold out and I did not want any other doll that wasn't him.

The moment I saw him, I thought he was the perfect Lestat and wanted him so badly. At that time because I did not do any research, I had no idea about Recast dolls... However I wanted him so badly that I started to look for him everywhere on internet and found out about Aliexpress. And I did find him, still by that time I did not even think he was not the real doll and so I ordered him and decided to get another doll that found pretty.

By the time he arrived home, I freaked out because he was in a bag and not in a box... the other doll I bought arrived earlier and she arrived in a box, however he was disarmed in pieces full of bubble rap and in a bag. I was so scared if he was broken...however luckily enough he was safe... the challenge was to articulate him properly, so I started to look on youtube how to do it and with my mother's help and after several tried, we manage to articulate him. In that moment the thought that he was not and original came to my mind...however I did not care as he was beautiful. A bit different from the original photos but gorgeous anyways.


Then I realised he is my grail doll. However one thing that changed is that he is not a Lestat but more like a Louis...anyways he has my heart... and well that is why I named him Louis...now I am trying to find a Lestat...XD
But yeah...then I noticed there are many dolls I like however not one that I go crazy for...However I did find now a BJD pet that I am delirious for, a Dachshund BJD





The reason why is because in the family we had always had Dachshund as dogs, so they are like the dogs of the family. Right now we don't have one because we are not allowed pets in the house, but anyways anything that is related to this breed of dogs is like a grail not only for me but for my family too, so I know my mother will go crazy and she fully supports my liking on these dolls.



And it comes in 2 colours and I want both!! They are a bit dare, however they worth it! so I am starting to save up money  from now! because I have found now my Grail Dolls ~ <3

So that is it for today, I don't know when I will write again but I really want to write at least one a week, I should put more effort in my blog. Also please comment me if there is anything you want me to write about.

Stay Tuned ~

BJD Dolls and Recast BJD (A brief opinion)

Ok, so today I will briefly touch on the issue of recast dolls and BJD dolls in general.

So What are BJD? They are resin doll that are articulated. In short BJD stands for Ball Jointed Dolls.
These dolls are wonderful, are beautiful and indeed just dreamy. However they are super dare, however they do worth it. But everything related to them is expensive, not only the doll itself but, eyes, wig, make up, clothes and accessories.

I got involve in this not very long ago, maybe it will be a year. However I did not know much, the only thing I knew is that I wanted one. I randomly found a photo just by randomly looking at pictures of the subjects I usually like to browse and suddenly a BJD comes, I was very curious when I saw the photo and with luck knew that they were called BJD, so I just looked on instagram for photos of these so called BJD dolls and well I just ended up falling in love of the perfection and how beautiful they were. So then I look in my loyal ebay website (where I usually buy everything) and saw them, I realised they were quite dare and then internet sent me to aliexpress where they could be found as well, however I noticed the price range was a nit different, so I just selected the one I really fell for and purchase it and just because I could I purchased another one that captured me.












So I ended having what is called a Recast doll, by that time I did not know but I did had the suspicious they those doll may not be the original dolls... After all after for all original there is a copy. However I did not let that bother me and I am happy with the dolls. Then I wanted to extend the collection and I did purchase other recasts again, this time knowing that indeed are not originals. However as I mentioned I love every single doll of mine, not because they are recast I will love them less or throw them or what ever, I love them because they are my first dolls.

However I do understand that buying a copy is the same as purchasing the copy of a dvd. I understand that. And right know I am patiently saving to get an original doll, however I will keep my recast dolls and keep loving them because are my dolls.
Original dolls are better and you support that artist, however they are not really affordable and recast are a good solution.
For me recast it was good for introducing me into the BJD hobby and I do want to get original dolls now. But I am not deleting the choice that maybe one day I might go again for a recast doll. Why? Because they are more affordable and in the case I want to get maybe two at once without spending too much, even though I  am still spending quite a lot, it could be a good choice. However I do understand that is good to purchase the original. Right now I have enough dolls ( all recast) and I am saving for having a original doll.
And I don't think BJD owners of original dolls should be bashing owners of recast or vice versa. We have in common the love for these dolls, could be enough to join everyone?


One thing I have noticed in BJD communities is the constant bashing, and I must say it is quite sad. This is what has stopped me from joining from any community or participating.
Here in New Zealand I don't know any one who has a BJD, and never seen one. Wrong! I did saw a guy with two BJD that looked more like anime characters, however he did not seem the approachable type so I didn't get close to talk and I personally like more the BJD with more human looks.
However like I was saying I don't want to be bashed or bullied online because of the dolls that I adore. My dolls are recast, yes! and I love them! they are my first dolls and I am proud of them!
And also I don't want to be bashed or bullied by people I don't even know! And I was bullied and bashed enough in my school days to know get cyber bulling!
But my point is why are BJD communities bashing or bulling each other! that ain't right.
I think BJD applies to any doll that is articulated by ball jointed system. If it is resin or not, looks like anime of human like, it shouldn't matter. Original or Recast shouldn't matter, the thing is the love for these precious dolls.
This post could quite long but I will finish it here. I would love to read if you have comments, just please be respectful, that is the only thing I ask.
Like I say I am new in this hobby, I very much like it and there are still many things to learn and do.
Thank for Reading this post and also Thanks for Reading my blog :)
Soon I will be writing about Cruelty free make up :)