New to ABJDs? Here Are 10 Things You Should Know!
| Welcome to ManikaManila! This is a Philippine-based community of people with a passion for Asian Ball Jointed Dolls. If you own an ABJD or are interested in buying one, please feel free to join us! Don't know what an Asian Ball Jointed Doll is? Feel free to read up on them through this Wikipedia entry. We follow the guidelines on the Den of Angels forums regarding dolls that are on-topic for discussion. While we happily welcome all kinds of doll owners and dolls to our community and meets, this community was made for Asian Ball Jointed Doll discussion, so all posts should be on-topic :) The ABJD hobby is a complex one. These 10 facts might help you get started out: 1. There are no shops selling Asian Ball Jointed Dolls (ABJDs) in the Philippines. Do not trust people on Multiply who sell ABJDs. Only buy from the manufacturer's online shop. Here are some of the most popular manufacturers available online: VOLKS (Japan) Dream of Doll (Korea) LUTS (Korea) 2. An ABJD can cost from 300 to over 1,000 US dollars depending on the size and brand. If you're on a budget, you can always buy from Chinese companies or settle for a second-hand doll. It helps to do your research. Here are some of the popular cheaper manufacturers some of our members have bought from: Angel of Dream Doll-Love Bobobie 3. Most BJD online shops require you to have a Paypal account or credit card. Make sure to have these on hand when you decide to buy your own doll. 4. EMS is the most reliable and affordable method for shipping your doll. 5. Because ABJDs are imported non-commercial goods, they are subject to customs taxes. Please refer to the following post regarding Customs and Shipping: Here! 6. Limited edition ABJDs will come with clothes and face-up (the term for doll make-up). Standard editions are usually naked with blank faces. You can also assemble your own ABJD by buying parts from different companies. 7. You can buy different wigs, clothes, shoes and accessories for ABJDs from manufacturer shops or online sellers. From time to time, ManikaManila members might be selling second-hand items or things they have made themselves. 8. RESEARCH! Check out all the doll companies, compare the various models and do not click BUY unless you're absolutely sure it's the one you want. 9. ManikaManila holds regular doll meet-ups. If you're interested in a particular doll that is already owned by someone in the group, going to a meet is the best way for you to check out your dream doll! Here's a list of all the ABJDs in the Philippines. 10. Do not hesitate to post questions here! The MMDA officers and friendly ManikaManila members are always ready to help you get your first doll. If you'd like to read on more on things about the community or questions that have been asked here before, feel free to check out our MMDA Advisories and the community's useful things. For questions or suggestions, CLICK HERE. |
I was planning on buying an Orientdoll Tae then news came up that LeekeWorld will stop taking orders this June7. http://www.bjdcollectasy.com/leekeworld/l eekeworld-news-9.html I would be rushing to buy him, but I have another project to finish.
I am taking part in the TRA Weight Management Program for a month. Not only is it for personal health but business as well. My coach's dissuasion of "You can by all the dolls you want when you get richer." isn't really helping much. TAT I want a PureRose skin after all.
I might have to sell some stuff to get more funds. I got 6 small Magic eraser sponges(fully white, no blue foam), 2 small camera's, and what seems to be a 1/6 doll jacket(converted cellphone casing)
Do you think Leeke will take Layaway on this? If so I might have a chance of getting him as a first hand.
+ Do they also allow lowering the declared price to $50 on the shipping?
I am taking part in the TRA Weight Management Program for a month. Not only is it for personal health but business as well. My coach's dissuasion of "You can by all the dolls you want when you get richer." isn't really helping much. TAT I want a PureRose skin after all.
I might have to sell some stuff to get more funds. I got 6 small Magic eraser sponges(fully white, no blue foam), 2 small camera's, and what seems to be a 1/6 doll jacket(converted cellphone casing)
Do you think Leeke will take Layaway on this? If so I might have a chance of getting him as a first hand.
+ Do they also allow lowering the declared price to $50 on the shipping?
Delurking to introduce my new puppet. I feel like a mushroom already, what with my randomly appearing.
Since I failed to do one for Rei, I thought I should at least do it for Ziri. So for those who'd like to see, clicky-clicky-on-the-piccy~!
You might want to skip the drivel at the beginning though.

I submitted his information to the census earlier on.
Since I failed to do one for Rei, I thought I should at least do it for Ziri. So for those who'd like to see, clicky-clicky-on-the-piccy~!
You might want to skip the drivel at the beginning though.
I submitted his information to the census earlier on.
- Location:Le Store
- Mood:
cheerful - Music:Thank God It's Friday by Love & Kisses
Because Nix has already posted the Attendance Sheet, here's my share of the sun-filled fun last May 26!
Here's my share of photos from the summer meet! There's over 70 shots, so brace yourselves! XD

(More photos under this fake cut lololol)
(More photos under this fake cut lololol)
ManikaManila has always wanted to have a summer meet, complete with a pool and all. Now that we're bigger than we've ever been, we felt it was finally time to hold it. After a number of venue problems and lots of stress (mostly on Kuri's part), Sun-kissed, the ManikaManila Summer Meet was able to push through!
And I'm soooooooo glad it did.

Attendees:
1. Krishna (
hibiemi) with Ichigo, Ulalume, Viola (Trisha's) & Lucy (Monique's)
2. Tin (
miztylaneous)
3. Pao (
pd1223) with Harper & Solara
4. Kass (
kickasskass) with Blair & Miette
5. Mark (
markknife1)
6. Janine (
yaminotenshi11) with Jared & Addie
7-8. Jhulian (
ylden) and Wintzel with Frei & Blake
9. Nix (
kuro_akira) with Diva, Starr, Quibble, Littlerose & Drift
10. Anj (
battiegotriddim) with Chlo, Tori, Dokilittle, Dicelittle & Drift
11. Lala (
ribbonfiend) with Ninon
12. Marik (
noxxtis) with Kitt, Sky, Crow & Ziggy
13. Kyra (
devolvedarling) with Zita, Lakan, Duckie & Kouta
14. Karen (
nerakk) with Miya Miya, Yuna, Morgana, Lee, Marshal, Marceline, Hana, Loli & Yu
15. Jai (
jaiant_panda) with Kaden & Patch
16. Tic (
sylphidkitty) with Glacian, Harb & Suishou
17. Ricci (
dheity_rigel) with Amihan & Isha
18. Kanis (
dollground) with Josh & Ceth
19. Marie (
marieangelcakes) with Hyuna, Althia & Ashe
20. Aimee (
chamcham44) with Pullips Makoto, Emile, Brie, Kato & Skye
Please let me know if I need to change/add anything!
( Onto the photos~! )
And I'm soooooooo glad it did.

Attendees:
1. Krishna (
2. Tin (
3. Pao (
4. Kass (
5. Mark (
6. Janine (
7-8. Jhulian (
9. Nix (
10. Anj (
11. Lala (
12. Marik (
13. Kyra (
14. Karen (
15. Jai (
16. Tic (
17. Ricci (
18. Kanis (
19. Marie (
20. Aimee (
Please let me know if I need to change/add anything!
( Onto the photos~! )
I fell for this mold the first time I saw him. I really love him especially his face-up by Property of the Uchiha but he has to go because I realized 1/4 scale is not for me.
Special Price for local buyers: P15,000 + shipping + optional Belun head (negotiable price)
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Here's the link to DoA:
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/showt
My third resin crew arrived today. ^__^ Formally introducing Glacian's girlfriend, Ms. Suishou Yaguchi. After an 8-week-waiting time, she's finally here! Please click the picture to get to the full story! Thanks for looking! <3
- Location:LPC
- Mood:awake
