Ooak Dolls

Buy what you love.

As long as you love each doll that you buy you'll love the collection of dolls. collection Doll is a passionate pastime and choosing what type of doll to buy is a personal choice that should come from the heart. If you can not pass a doll without feeling it has your name written on it, then buy baby dolls. If your passion for dolls dating back to childhood memories of playing with dolls made of wood and you have a sentimental attachment to these dolls and collect these dolls. Do not let anyone influence you in your choice of dolls as a collection of dolls entails responsibilities and make you at least want to enjoy the realization of these rights.

Collect your budget limits.

Most serious doll collectors would love to own a collection of OOAK (one of a kind) dolls. Very few of us can afford to own one. Decide what you can afford to buy and start a collection in this price class. There is nothing to prevent you to update your collection at a later stage if your financial situation improve.

It is quality not quantity that counts.

You'll be adding more value to your collection by buying a doll as a year that the addition of a number of dolls poor. doll collections can so easily become too large to really appreciate and doll collecting is a marathon not a sprint. Be selective and enjoy each doll when you get to buy it.

Search sufficient.

Make an informed decision is always giving us confidence in our actions. Read as much as possible about a particular type of doll and get much more information about the artists whose dolls doll holding a particular appeal for you.

Do not let price guides rule your decisions.

The Blue Book is the Bible all collectors, but this book is a reference point that as there are many factors that can influence the value of a doll. Always use your own discretion, in conjunction with price guides.

Buy from a reputable dealer.

This is especially important when buying antique dolls. Member of Nadda (National Association of Antique Doll) must adhere to a strict code of ethics and membership requirements include at least five years experience in buying and selling antique dolls. All dolls must be guaranteed as to age, attribution, and physical condition in writing on the purchase. With new modern dolls a reputable dealer will have a good after sales record and be informed about market trends.

Join a club doll.

Doll clubs are a great way to expand your knowledge of the doll collecting world and a great way to share your ideas and aspirations. There is much to learn from other doll collectors and these clubs often shows dolls and other events that can bring a new dimension to your doll collection.

Know that you can update your collection at any given time.

Tastes change as we develop new ideas and are exposed to different types of dolls. Never feel guilty about wanting to change the direction of your collection. The money you receive from the sale of your collection can be used to your new-found interest doll collection.

Have fun!

Remember that doll collecting is a hobby and it is intended to be appreciated. Never leave your doll collecting habits get in the way of family and friends and treasure the doll that you have the chance to acquire. Always appreciate the friends of doll you encounter on the road even more than the dolls and you will see that you'll always have fun.

Blessed be.