I hit 500 subs a couple weeks back - but it took me a while to do the video. Thanks to everyone who’s been stopping by to see all my dolls! #agtube #americangirl #doll #mattel #disney #disneyprincess #q&a
This was so fun learning more about you through a Q & A! So informative and interesting and entertaining-like ALL of your videos! Your partner sounds like a great guy- having a minimalist be understanding of a collector is really very neat.
@@ledstoke I’ll have another to record sooner than I thought (when I hit 2k, which I expected would be sometime in the new year). But yes my partner never had living in a dollhouse on his radar - but he’s “made peace with it” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
That is a very creative way to answer the evacuate question ;) Most people, including myself, would have chosen based on sentiment. Love this video, your channel, and thanks for sharing!
Well it was a very creativity inspiring question 😉 I’m trying to think if I have sentimental dolls. Tbh, my biggest fear is if I had to evacuate… I wouldn’t. ☠️☠️☠️
I asked all those questions and then ghosted you on commenting... my bad. LOVE all your answers to these questions; really interesting to hear your perspectives on things. Love the idea of an Asian historical related to the railway history- that would be one of my top choices, too. And yes yes yes to everything you said about the CYO shop. I want a dark skinned Joss mold or a dark skinned MG mold so bad, WITH BANGS. Gosh I miss bangs. I also want more afro-textured hairstyles available. I also really appreciate your answers on the stories for your dolls and your dioramas. I love hearing about the different ways people collect. Thank you so much for sharing!
Haha I think only you were curious about the diorama stories, so I’m glad that answered your question well. Oh and yes, more textured wigs would be amazing, I should’ve said that! 3/4 CYOs I got had textured wigs.
That is a great idea to have a Chinese historical and discuss their history of work on the railroad and as indentured servants. YES YES YES wigs with bangs would be great. LOL only you will have a minimalist partner. He has to really love you to accept your collection. No shade I love your collection. Thanks for your candor in answering the questions presented. See you in the next video
I really want that historical now-I wish I never answered that question 🤣 I realllllly wish bangs were still in the CYO shop! I hope they return someday. But haha yes, no matter how much WE love dolls, it’s something a non collector really needs to adjust to, and I’m not deluded enough to think it’s not a big ask.
@@DisBlaine It is a constant balance to be considerate with our shared space and our love of dolls. Kirsty from AG takes over was able to make a CYO with a bang after they ended the choice but It is probably to late now to try it. I regret I did not follow through when she shared the information. WE can love in hope for the Chinese historical because I want one also.
Second comment from me sorry! But the dating another collector comment about space is SO REAL! My partner collects Gundam and action figures of various franchises and the space struggle is real! My collection is far bulkier than his so I’m rather thankfully able to take over our craft room with my dolls while he has glass cabinets in the dining room. Not to mention our collective plushies and Lego! Definitely a struggle for space!
I’ve known collector couples, and I don’t know how they do it! Like what if we both wanted the same doll? Do we share? Buy 2? It’s so sweet when people can share the passion… maybe I’m just selfish 🤣 I’d be like no the doll is mine!
Loved watching this! Nice to hear more about you and your collection! We have several similar feelings on things! I agree - Kirsten is my least fav too. I also wish bangs would come back to CYO. I got back into it when that was already gone. And I totally agree with you about not seeing the cloth body! I do it for some because I have some of those outfits and use them, but it's a little unnerving! I love your ideas for historical dolls too!
Haha to be clear, it’s just that her character in the book is very mischievous and causes most of the problems. The doll is cute. I felt bad answering a negative question 🤣 I don’t understand why they got rid of the bangs at all!! Probably to cut costs. I need at least a choker or necklace to cover the neck joint. But even then it’s like what are those weird wrinkles around her collar?
@@leebenoit5474 haha I think she’s only still into them because of me! She’s told us she doesn’t like them anymore, and I’m like, reallllly? Are you surrrrrre? Then she asks for more
👋 Blaine,I haven't really had much time lately so now whenever I get the chance it's like I'm playing catch up 😂 Lol to watch the ppl I follow on U-Tube.Thanx 4 sharing Blaine ,I enjoyed your Q+A video,especially getting to know a lil bit about you 🤣 much fun.Myself , I'm a Big horror fan an to know you enjoy it was pretty kewl 😊.That said I can relate to not wanting to date a AG collector for fear of fighting over space 😂.Maybe next time your gonna do a Q+A video I'll know before hand so I can ask a question 🤣🤣.Lol. You had some Great answer's to the questions.Congrat's on the 4 yrs.w/ ur partner.I to am a long time w/ someone.My last was 12 yrs.Thankyou again 4 a interesting video. Warmly, Lisa
Awww hi Lisa! It means a lot that you would comment - it does take time out of your schedule, and it can be tricky if you like to watch on your TV (like I do) so I’m always touched when people go out of their way to leave a comment or a like (which is why I never ask anyone to in my vids 🤣) You love horror too?? I think there must be a certain level of horror to loving dolls as much as we do lol, so that’s nice to hear! If couples collect together, that’s beautiful, but if I met someone who already collects, we would both have to put things in storage, and I just can’t life like that 🤣 See you in the next one-but there’s no pressure to comment or anything 🥰
For me your stories are not juvenile but rather quite creative and realistic. Start writing them down when you can. You are just so creative, so much a part of you I don't think you realize all of your own creativity and your own future creative potential.
Awww I’m glad you enjoy them. There are times when I’m saying things in a video, and my brain is telling me to stop talking 🤣 but my words are louder and unstoppable
I'm not one to be all up in people's business. Do what you want I don't Care. It's your life your decisions your home. This world doesn't like people who are different don't let anyone tell you who you should be or what you should be for that matter that's all I'ma say.
Your ideas for a historical doll and girl of the year are great! And I don't think it's odd at all that you give the dolls names, characteristics, relationships, (background stories). Congratulations on your channel's growth!
The more I think about that historical doll… the more I want her 🤣 Now I wish I wasn’t asked the question lol! It’s funny, even as I’m recording and sharing the characters I give my dolls, I’m like what are you doing? Why are you saying this??? 🤣☠️🤣 So thank you for trying to make me feel better 🥰
Thank you! I was worried to put up the video too soon in case a bunch of people unsubscribed and I didn’t have the number I was “celebrating” anymore (it once happened on IG 😆☠️)
I wasn't sure if I was going to watch this video because there are so many making AG doll videos now I don't have the time. I concentrate on the ones that talk about what most interests me (Etsy clothing, homemade outfits, AG and Maplelea brand clothing, doll rooms and displays mostly). That said, I'm glad I did. I really enjoy your personality and the way you "babble" on and get off track sometimes. That leads you to mention amusing little incidents that pop in your head. I enjoy those parts the most. I have to say, or confess, that I'm the same way. I know it drives others crazy. I see people rolling their eyes or making circular motions with their hands to tell me to get to the point. I usually just blurt out what they wanted to know but, honestly, it makes me feel like I should apologize for wasting their time. I guess, that's why I like your stories so much. With RU-vid if we want direct answers and the creator isn't getting to the point we can just skip past all the babble. I never do that with you but some that, for instance, are showing how to make something like doll food I'm not really interested in hearing stories of how many dolls they have or the one they really want, for example. They can just make a different video about that. Hope you understand this and what I'm saying ? Don't change the way you do your videos. I especially loved the last part when you explained your relationship with your partner. It was very cute. Sometime when he's sleeping alone quietly set up all your dolls on the floor near him all looking at him so when he wakes up he might wonder if they are alive. P.S. I have plans to make stop motion videos (the real reason I got into collecting AG dolls - AGSM videos) and have one in mind where their toys are moving closer and closer on the nightstand beside the bed to a sleeping doll. Every time he (because I have some tiny action figure dolls with guns, etc.) opens his eyes they have moved closer to him. I'm just as crazy as you, LOL ! Anyway, thanks for the video. One of my favorites.
It’s true, there are a lot of AG creators now! So I totally understand having to choose-mine tend to drag on, so it’s a good idea to consider if you have the time 🥴🤣 Saying that, I’m glad you got something out of it. And I’m sure my videos would drive soooo many people crazy… but this is how my channel has evolved lol. Do you know I actually did that to my ex!!! When I got a new Chucky doll, I stood him up outside the bedroom door, which was closed while we slept. I woke up to his screams 🤣🤣🤣
Oh and I feel like if I ever made videos how to make stuff, I’d probably ramble over them too 🥴 unless it was a tutorial. I’m just not skilled enough to make a tutorial of anything lol. But yes I understand what you’re saying. And like you said, there are so many videos to choose from now. I’m pretty sure this is as good as my videos are going to get ☠️🤣
@@annettefedd488 awww that’s so sweet, thank you! I wish I had more dolls to share in this video, but having them there the entire time is a nice alternative 😁
I smiled listening to your ideas for a historical because that question came up in a past Q&A video I did and my answer was less fleshed out but definitely similar. Also, having a partner who is also an AG collector, I might have to disagree and say it *is* ideal to have a partner who collects. Your point about fighting for space is fair, though. I think Grace just assumes I'll work some magic and make everything fit. No matter what comes in, I usually do (make it fit) lol. I thoroughly enjoyed this video and thank you for sharing a bit more about yourself :)
Haha yes your couple collecting is a pretty ideal arrangement. I’ve known other couples in the Disney community, and I never understood how they did it. I think the problem is me-I’m so greedy on my own I couldn’t possibly share space 😬 But it’s always nice to hear others can do it lol.
since you love Claudie’s book so much, i’m going to give it another try!!!lol i love the books but that one just didn’t keep my attention , but giving it another try 👍
My Tiana collection definitely snowballled over time. I started collecting limited edition Disney princess dolls in 2012-by 2014 I started to add non-LE Tiana items to my collection. And by 2017 I had a full on Tiana collecting - and then at the end of 2019 I sold off my non-Tiana Disney dolls to focus on her. I guess that would’ve been easier to say in the video 🤣 And I could’ve given many juicier details. Next time!
Yyyyyeah my next video is going to be unboxing a used Beforever Samantha with some outfits. I can’t believe she was my least fave of the O3, and now… I think she’s my fave from them. How do these things happen???
I was a young adult in the 1980’s (graduated high school in 1986). Courtney’s second book is the Ryan White story. Her activism is a bit premature for the time period (I believe it was set in 1987) and for her age. That level of information was not as available at that time. However, it is a good story in standing up for others and being an advocate for change. I don’t have Courtney. My CYO mini me loves her clothes and accessories! I don’t have the bigger pieces (bedroom set, PAC Man), but I have most of the clothes and smaller accessories!
Ohhhhh okay, my perspective on what was going on in 1986-87 would’ve been different for sure. BUT! I still recognized her behaviour and activism wasn’t age appropriate lol. That might be what made me like it. I could picture myself in the 80s wanting a friend like that. What doll did you use as your mini me? She has the best collection, so I’d o probably want to do the same if I made a mini me lol.
@@DisBlaine I have a CYO I made in 2020. She has the Josefina face mold, gray eyes, and medium length brown hair with bags. She is kind of like a freckled Molly with the Josefina face mold. She is on my RU-vid slideshow videos. 😊
@@TrobertABQ okay I think I found her - but comments are turned off right? She’s adorable, and she does remind me of Molly… but I might not have noticed on my own lol
@@scarletsavenger1367 I named her Aaisha. It’s a Syrian name. I (sort of) introduced her in my latest Maplelea unboxing video-so when I saw your question, I thought I was replying there and ended up deleting and retyping a reply that made more sense 🤣
@@DisBlaine it’s okay no worries! Thanks for answering all my annoying questions that you seem to have answered before. 😅 she is so beautiful I love her story [ so far ] and her name!
Great to hear your stories! Spoonflower is headquartered in the city I live. I have been to their shop and ohhh I also love their wallpaper! Such beautiful paper…. Glad you are using it! I would like to see how you created your display cases! So creative 😊 My husband also just tolerates my large collection! 😂😂😂 He helps me with projects so I am thankful. Keep up the great videos… You are so easy to listen to!
Oh wow you know Spoonflower!! Even better you live near it. That would be wayyyy too tempting! Do you mean you’ve seen my doll room tour video and wish I had a tutorial, or you just want to see what the dioramas look like? Awww it’s so nice that he helps you with projects. I’m thinking of assigning my partner to paint a background for me - a wallpaper won’t do the trick for my current idea. Let’s put them to work 🤣🤣
When I think of the amount of money I spent on the dolls and I believe the last doll that I bought my daughter was he did the 13th or the 14th and they’re all pleasant company. She grew out of the dolls right before or lost interest because her friends lost interest before Matel took them over so everything that she has is original, or was produced prior to their taking note of Matel. When she married and moved to Texas, also along the way, blessed us with two grandchildren but I’m sure if I would’ve walked into the basement of my assessment house, I would find all those dolls in the boxes I doubt she took them to Texas with her, I hope she did but I doubt it I mean I spent thousands and thousands of dollars on that stuff and it’s kind of heartbreaking to know that she’s got her eight-year-old who would be thrilled to have them and don’t even know they exist.
Isn’t it gut wrenching to think of how much we spend on dolls? I try not to! If no one is interested in then anymore, you could probably sell them for a small fortune. Not everyone loves dolls forever. At least that’s what I’ve heard…
Well, the way I see it collecting dolls is no different than collecting baseball cards or autographs, going to NASCAR and hoping that you get to meet your favorite racer some people collect sheet music generally there are people who are musically gifted but once again there’s something there that they put time and effort into. I don’t like anyone ever looking down there knows anyone else because of what they choose as their project or what they want to collect or what they want to, build a little world around. This world is a very tough place right now tougher than I can ever remember being and I’ve lived through two wars, three wars and probably the fourth before this is all done. Everyone deserves to have something that they can just escape to for a little while, if we don’t take advantage of those times we are going to lose our minds. So I said play.Collect, did you say and I’m not sure if I heard correctly that you do some designing of doll clothes good for you, ,
Hey Blaine!😃Thank you for sharing! I'm so glad I got to know you a little better! Such a great video! It would be super cool to get some new items for Courtney! I love her and her collection!! All of your dolls look so cute! Take care!❤️
Hey Robin! We’re overdue for more Courtney I think! No bday or Christmas outfit yet. And her playset possibilities are endless. But I guess there are so many characters at this point they have to spread the love. Glad you enjoyed the video! 🥰
Kirsten is also my least favorite, as I kid she annoyed me so much, like you burned down your house girl and y’all stole a dead guy’s collection of furs! C’mon!😆😆🤣😂😅. Josefina is my favorite, she lost her mom at a young age and I can definitely relate 😞, plus she’s Hispanic like me!♥️🥰
I actually wondered if others feel the same about Kirsten! She’s not always depicted in the best light. And you mentioned a couple of the biggest incidents that were like, really? I’m supposed to root for this child?? Awww sorry about your mom!!❣️I can see why you’d relate to Josephina, and it’s nice there’s a character like that for you to see yourself in-ethnically too!
Wow I really want to read Courtney’s books now!! ❤ Love this video as always! Congrats on almost 700! You deserve it! Your collection and displays are phenomenal AND you’re interesting to listen to! 🫶🏻
I hope I didn’t hype it up too much… or spoil it! I’m sure you could figure out what I was referring to. But I won’t say any more! 😶 And thank you! It’s nice people are interested in seeing my dolls in video format. A picture can’t capture how wonderful they are 🤓
@@DisBlaineI know the American Girl Version is probably watered down, but I think it’s really awesome and interesting that they included that in her books! I like things like that, real things! 🤣🫶🏻❤️
