A Hot Spot for those on a budget!!!!

Hi Everyone!

 I found a neat lil hot spot for myself!!! Since I am new to fashion doll collecting and very much on a budget.. I've found some lil thrift stores around town to  purchase dolls. They sell barbies and fashion dolls  2 or 3 in a pack for under $3.99. Ive found some awesome doll accessories as well. Think I"ll start posting the pics.

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Community ManagerPermalink Reply by Simon Farnworth on July 5, 2012 at 0:49

Oh yes, pics please! 

Permalink Reply by Sandra B on July 5, 2012 at 3:35

Sounds great.  Can't wait to see your pics!


Groups AdminPermalink Reply by Lilly, Chevalier-Fox on July 5, 2012 at 10:04

I love doll on a budget!! this is so me !! unfortunately I fall in love with 16"

 and as I was a very vivid fan of thrift stores back in Canada (Goodwill /Salvation Army/Value Village) they are none of those "Alibaba's Cave" around here 

Permalink Reply by Annette29 on July 5, 2012 at 11:14

I love finding a doll, outfit, or accessories at the thrift store, it's like finding a little treasure. My (adult) doll collection began with $2.99 thrift store Barbies.  Thrift stores are also excellent for finding diorama accessories and fabrics. I go to Value Village (Canada) a thrift department store weekly :) 

Here are my most recent treasures.  The LIV doll was purchased nude, but I bought a bag of clothes at the same time and was able to put together this cute outfit for her.  The doll in the middle is a Moxie Girl? I think this is her original outfit.  And the Bratz doll is a bit of a wreck, but her rocker t-shirt and skirt will fit my Monster High dolls. 

Oh and I almost forgot, my latest favorite accessory, a black faux leather chaise, is actually a jewelly box from the thrift store.

Permalink Reply by Cathy Runnels on July 5, 2012 at 15:22

WOOOOOOW !!! I'm loving that black and white photo! The doll, The Chaise!!!!!The three  dolls where a definate BINGO!!!!

Annette29 said:

I love finding a doll, outfit, or accessories at the thrift store, it's like finding a little treasure. My (adult) doll collection began with $2.99 thrift store Barbies.  Thrift stores are also excellent for finding diorama accessories and fabrics. I go to Value Village (Canada) a thrift department store weekly :) 

Here are my most recent treasures.  The LIV doll was purchased nude, but I bought a bag of clothes at the same time and was able to put together this cute outfit for her.  The doll in the middle is a Moxie Girl? I think this is her original outfit.  And the Bratz doll is a bit of a wreck, but her rocker t-shirt and skirt will fit my Monster High dolls. 

Oh and I almost forgot, my latest favorite accessory, a black faux leather chaise, is actually a jewelly box from the thrift store.

Permalink Reply by Cathy Runnels on July 5, 2012 at 15:30

Ok, guys these are my latest finds!!! A Shabby Chic Amorie $2.99.A Stainless Steel Fridge$1.99, and a set of stairs$1.00. These will all make great diorama props!! There's a  giant thrift store right around the corner from my  job so I go there once or twice a week to pass time lol lol.. I  always find cool things.

Permalink Reply by Annette29 on July 5, 2012 at 23:27

What great finds Cathy!  I love your enthusiasim!  I am so pleased your started this discussion, now I have someone to share with :)

Thanks for the compliment on the pic with the chaise.  It is indeed a color photo, just all the items, including the doll (Monster High Skull Shores Frankie Stein) are black and white.  Frankie is such a versatile model!

Cathy Runnels said:

 Ok, guys these are my latest finds!!! A Shabby Chic Amorie $2.99.A Stainless Steel Fridge$1.99, and a set of stairs$1.00. These will all make great diorama props!! There's a  giant thrift store right around the corner from my  job so I go there once or twice a week to pass time lol lol.. I  always find cool things.


Groups AdminPermalink Reply by Lilly, Chevalier-Fox on July 6, 2012 at 12:23

oh my doll !! I sooooooooo miss my Value-village!! you are so right Annette, it is like finding a little treasure, nous go there , never knowing what you will find  hee hee (I lived in Calgary AB) I have spent hour just browsing looking for the little something that will help my dolls. I love you little black seat, it's amazing


Annette29 said:

I love finding a doll, outfit, or accessories at the thrift store, it's like finding a little treasure. My (adult) doll collection began with $2.99 thrift store Barbies.  Thrift stores are also excellent for finding diorama accessories and fabrics. I go to Value Village (Canada) a thrift department store weekly :) 

Here are my most recent treasures.  The LIV doll was purchased nude, but I bought a bag of clothes at the same time and was able to put together this cute outfit for her.  The doll in the middle is a Moxie Girl? I think this is her original outfit.  And the Bratz doll is a bit of a wreck, but her rocker t-shirt and skirt will fit my Monster High dolls. 

Oh and I almost forgot, my latest favorite accessory, a black faux leather chaise, is actually a jewelly box from the thrift store.

Permalink Reply by Leslie / GetMeStarted on July 13, 2012 at 23:20

I love thrift store shopping for doll stuff, too! You have found some great stuff so far. I have a great thrift store near me that a friend told me about. I feel like a kid at Christmas every time I go. :-)

Permalink Reply by Annette29 on July 26, 2012 at 1:42

Here are some pictures of what I found at the thrift store today. 

Oooooohhh, the anticipation of getting a closer look at what's in the bag

 

Let's look at what was in the bags

 

Let's try out the chair size with Liv dolls Alexis and Hayden

Alexis says, "Oh this chair is too big, my toes are dangling".  Hayden's chair fits perfectly.

Hayden and Alexis try the adirondack chair together

Now, lets see what else we have............

Oh look, this opens up.  I wonder what it's for?  It will keep the puppy out of trouble for now.

Let's put it all together.  That was a lot of fun for $5

 

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