Vintage ponytail swirl Barbie restoration 

Guys, I'm so f-cking tired of this video being shared in Facebook groups with my name being smeared all across the platforms because of a few people who go out of their way to misconstrue what is the objective truth: This video was REQUESTED BY INSIDER. I never went to them, they came to me. It is my second EVER restoration. NEVER did I claim I was a restorer, any titles Insider chose to give me were out of my control the minute I signed a waiver. RESTORATION in the title, in this case, is simply a way to try and get even the smallest fraction of views that Insider is making off the video I've provided for them. I know this is an OOAK, I am not an idiot. If it makes you feel any better, I only made 9£ off this video. 50£+ of which went into purchasing this doll and all the materials needed for this video beforehand (which I got no compensation for) I had a time frame of about 12 days to complete this video while maintaining a job and a family, rest assured that I know A LOT of things are wrong/incomplete, and I will, in fact, go back and remake this video properly in my own time, with the added knowledge that I have now of proper restorations. Why I chose to give content to Insider is, quite frankly, none of your business, and if you'd been trying to make your RU-vid channel take off despite content farms dominating the platform, you'd understand where I'm coming from. People try to paint this picture that I'm somehow claiming I'm the authority on doll restorations when all I've done is give free content to a bigger channel in exchange for some exposure. I know all of this may come across as me being an as-hole right now, but I'm not. I'm a good guy and I'm only trying to learn. The only difference is that I'm doing it publicly, while everyone else can boast their successes and keep their failures to themselves. I didn't have that.

just saw that you got featured on Art Insider! Congratulations 💕💕

I love to see older dolls getting their sparkle back

Love this!! Historical dolls, soothing voice over and music, and amazing skills all in one package.

She’s beautiful! Wow it’s incredible to see that part of history come back to life. I’m a 2000’s baby so I never saw those older dolls in person. Thank you for sharing!

Im surprised you dont have more views and followers! i saw this on snapchat and had to subscribe :)

She. Is. Gorgeous. You do SUCH beautiful work! F**k anyone who says otherwise! Thank you for the beautiful videos!

She turned out so GEORGEOUS!!❤❤

AMAZING!! you really brought her back to life❤️

She is gorgeous!

She is beautiful! Great work!! 👏🏼

I've wahtched this video more than 10 times. You are so inspiring. Thank you so much!

She's gorgeous - I really like your videos :)

Iam very happy to see a person Who restores Barbie doll. My Barbie was buy in 1967. She has tan skin and cut red hair. She lost her makeup and one leg is scracht...

I love the hair. I don't think it's too much.

Wonderfully done! She looks amazing! I am bookmarking your videos. I love what you have done and appreciate your talent and thoughtfulness!

Great job!

Just beautiful!

wow! you're amazing. you transformed her completely.

Wow! She looks stunning 🤩

I just received a new barbie ad in this video 😂. But beautiful restoration anyways :]

That's amazing! We have a lot of dolls called 'Sindy dolls' that my mum had when she was growing up. (I don't know if you've heard of them as they may just be a UK thing)

This is so relaxing❤️

This is so wholesome and cute💕💕

gorgeous! ♥️

Absolutely wonderful work! Love this so much, so soothing and amazing awesome work! 💖💖💖👏👏👏

Beautiful. Thank you for the info

It’s a very very good job. Congratulations !

So pretty

Wow!!! You are amazing! Love your video's! 🥰🥰🥰

Another wonderful job! Love it

Wow, great job!

Thankyou for sharing your amazing talents. Appreciate👍🏼❤️

This is magnificent!!!!!!!❤

oh my that was so so amazing and interesting to watch... I love Barbie and have a lot of dolls, furniture, houses and most resent a camper I am going to redo, looking forward to your next videos, hugs

Amazing work! You make it look so easy. ❤️♥️❤️

Maravillosa restauración 😊

LOVE 💕💕💕💕

Saw your insider video but when wanting to share the content with my autistic niece who has a special interest in barbie, I’ve decided to link from the source and check out your other content 💕

Saw your feature on Art Insider and was hooked immediately. I know nothing about doll restoration, but your videos are so soothing and calming! It’s so satisfying to watch the process of these dolls being carefully returned to a beautiful state. Love love

Elle est magnifique ! Bravo pour votre patience et votre beau travail. J'admire !

Found you through insider and I’m so glad!! 😁 I enjoyed this video and can’t wait for more!! ❤️

Super cool

Great job 🙌

I love your posts I have this particular black haired doll in the same condition ( mine is also needs to be rebodied as she was on a twist and turn waist I don't reboot and her hair was cut short I saw a few people redo or receive this doll in pretty well the same shape One lady did get one in good shape but she complained because the doll had the bald spot but she wasn't aware the bald spots are common with the ponytail Yoou are extremely talented DDW But what I really want to thank you for is your post on restoring your blonde Midge I am in the process of making over our childhood Brunette flip Midge She needs a complete facial makeover I had trouble setting her hair ( I did it 3 times with organic non-dye fabric softener I got from the health food store ❤ I am going to refer to your site Happy New Year and Greetings and love from all your friends in Toronto 🇨🇦

Very nice!😊😊

So satisfying! She looks amazing too. She looks more vintage than your average swirl after the makeover. I love it. I can't believe you even filled in her hair.

thanks

I saw this at Snapchat quite glad I checked the channel out instead

You are amazing! I subscribed your channel.

Just watched your video on snapchat. Great work!

She’s suppose to be bald in the middle of her head.. Mattel created all of their ponytails that way.

Wow

-Thanks for your lovely work i discover your work for You collab with insider AMAZING 😱🤩🌈

saw this on a snapchat reel

Love it! What I've been doing is 'refreshing' Skipper dolls. :) Love the technique with the soft pastels, I'll need to try that! What brand of semi-gloss varnish do you use? I'm always looking for one that has that factory paint look.

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She’s beautiful, I’ve never used foil when curling hair, does it really make a difference?

Asmr and doll restoration. Insider knows what people want. Glad I came.

it's beautiful! Thanks to you i think i have a chance to save my doll's face! I replaced her hair with blonde hair and now her face has turned yellow in many parts. I will try to use soft pastels too. Do you have any recommendations on the brand of soft pastels? In my language (in Italian) there are no soft pastels "without primer" (maybe their definition is different) Thank you very much, and again, great job!

Did you use a sealant on the doll to protect the soft pastels ? What is the name of the sealant if you did use one ? I noticed you used a sealant on the lips what did you use ? Thank-you great video i really enjoy what you did and gave me great encouragement for me to do this !

I’m here from Snapchat 😮💖

I wanted to ask you, with the pastel sticks that you shaved and then applied, will the color shavings stay on the plastic face or eventually rub off?

If my vantage Barbie’s vinyl head is all dried up is there a way to fix that ?

I have a question for Doe Deer Wonderland, or anyone else who knows the answer: Obviously Ponytail Swirl was only rooted along the hairline, leaving the rest of the scalp bald. What about the original Ponytail Barbie? Barbie nr 1 with the curly bangs? Was she hiding a bald scalp as well? Please let me know. Have been wondering this FOREVER. Thank you

Thanks for all the great tips. I think I ruined a tnt mod barbie by using remove zit on her green ear. It took almost all the color out of her face. I was sooo disappointed and was wondering if you have any advice. By soft pastels, do you mean some kind of chalk?

Before : every mom to a kid under 4. After : before we had kids 😅

This dolls face & hairline reminds me of Sid Phillips. (The bad kid from Toy Story)

I found u on snap art insider I think and once u said RU-vid I came straight here bc I HATE Snapchat adds there’s too many

What is the tool you use at 6:10?

Came from snap

Barbies were intended for children to play with, not for creepy collectors to ogle