Winter Doll Swap Sign Ups

[SwordPony]

Its finally here the Winter Doll Swap. Hope you will come join us and have a great time. There is a secret word somewhere in the guidelines to make sure you have read the rules. Please include it in your message. Thanks and have fun.


Please take a look at the Arena Winter Swap rules:http://mlparena.com/mlp/index.php/topic,311631.0.html

This swap will include dolly clothes, accessories, shoes, and even dolls (if you desire) of ALL KINDS!! From BJD to MH and everyone in between! 
This will be a $30 Swap (this total DOES NOT include shipping costs or "extras" that you choose to include)


* This is an international swap but I and the Co host will do our best to keep shipping to country if at all possible.
* All items will be wrapped in wrapping paper, and shipped in a box. Bubble mailer might be ok but please PM me, Ember86 or Akemi-Chan first to approve this.
* Please ship on time. If you run into troubles or delays PM me, Ember86 or Akemi-Chan   ASAP.
* Please include a note with your Arena name, so your partner knows who sent the package.
* Please post a teaser picture.
* PM me, Ember86 or Akemi-Chan to let us know when you've shipped off your package.
* Please post a brag post in the swap brag thread, so we can ensure you have received your package.
* The swap is secret, so we ask that you not reveal anything until your boxes have been received.
* There will be no drop-outs, so if you have any doubts about meeting the requirements, please don't join.
* Doll clothes can be homemade or purchased

Requirements to join:

* Been an Arena member for 3 months.
* Have 100 posts.
* Have 5 trading or selling references.

Secret word is bananas. 

Please PM this account with the following information:

* Full (real) Name:
* Email address:
* Complete Mailing Address (including country):
* References/feedback:
* List of dolls you collect:
* List or link to your dolly wants:
* Size comparison for your dolls (ie: what type of clothes fit your doll)
* Your (or perhaps your dolls) favorite colors
* Should there be an affordable doll on your list, do you prefer them to be kept in box?
* Are you fine with clothing items not specifically listed on your want list?
* What styles of doll clothes do you like for your dolls? (Ex: cute dresses, stockings)
* Do you have allergies?
* Favorite Candy?
* Other things you (or your dolls) collect

Please also let me or the co host know if you are willing to ship international. I want everyone that wants to join to do so. As I will do what I have to to accommodate everyone on the shipping as I know it is expensive.

Deadlines:

Last day to apply: October 28th
Receive your swap names: As soon as possible
Start shopping: As soon as possible

Final International Ship Date: December 5
Final Non-International Ship Date: December 12

Those joining the fun
Ember86-Shipped/received
Akemi-chan-Shipped/Received
Lemonice-Shipped/Received
Rosierjay-
tiella-Shipped

[ember86]

So signing up for this! I'll send in my forum ASAP!

Post Merge: October 22, 2014, 01:16:49 PM

Can we ask a Mod to sticky this?

[Akemi-chan]

No one interested in participating anymore? 

[ember86]

I don't think the people who where interested in the swap have been on here for a few days.

[Vertefae]

I've already reached my maximum swaps I let myself do. Sorry guys

[rosierjay]

might be interested, but i'm not sure if i'm at my swap limit.
what if some of the dolls we're interested in are not in stores anymore?

Posting answered questions here.
ok question time.
first can you post a picture of your dolls? or at least one of each type?
second- how do you feel about home made items for the dolls?
third- how do you feel about a customized doll? maybe an extra?
last- someone let you loose on ebay with their credit card, what do you buy?


1

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show the style of clothes i really like
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some of my hybrids and other unique dolls
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liv dolls i've kept and other great thrift finds.
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currently on display

after i took picture i went through and redressed quite a few dolls.
i didn't show all of my mh collection or my doll customs.
nor did i take any pictures of my disney animator dolls. (since most get customized)

2. sure. be awesome
3. 0.0! be sweet, but not expect in the least, especially with the smaller circle.
4. hmmm so many things, i buy so many mh shoes, and parts to make dolls clothes it's not funny. currently have quite a few in my ebay cart. XP waiting till after Christmas


Condition on your dolls are ok: used, loved and ready to customize, unless stated otherwise in my form.

Do you have any allergies?  wheat, cats, mice and strong smells.

What are your fragrance and candy/sweeties likes and dislikes? not a fan of perfume and the like. it something does have a smell. food smells are the way to go. candy... well i like lemon chocolate. and fondant. hmmm fondant

What are your hobbies? drawing, writing, customizing dolls or ponies to look like my favorite characters.

Do you have pets? one adorable dog.

Do you collect anything else? ponies, dragon-httyd, disney pins, famous dog plushes, and coins from other countries. mostly movies and tv shows, and then i make customs of them myself.

What are your favourite colours? rusty orange. but i also love gradients and colors blended together

Kids? just a 7yr old niece who loves ponies and a puppy who loves toys.... ususally mine

Which holiday do you celebrate at this time of year? Why is it important to you? What do you like most about the festive/holiday period? We celebrate Christmas, Its a time for family and really caring about your neighbor. i work retail just for the holiday season. it's my favorite.

Your least favorit color?pink. if it matches well with the other colors i can handle it, but usually keep it to a minimum

Favorite animal?? fox, and my dog. (pictures in the link to swap want list)

What do you work with? books

Do you like jewelry? i'm too easily distracted to wear jewelry and my ears aren't pierce.

-What type of clothing would you like for your dolls? Examples? punk, kimono, steam punk. the pics of my dolls above give a pretty good example of what i like.
i like either punk, short skirts, layered shirts hoodies, jeans. not a huge fan of dresses. prefer pieces i can mix and match

-Drink of choice; Coffee, cocoa, tea, or punch?
tea. but i am in the tea and chocolate swap. but i'm always happy to try your favorite

Belts for your dolls?
i love belts, bracelets and kinda punkish accessories

Kimonos or yukatas or that style in general?
love kimonos!! so want to make them for my dolls, but haven't found a doll that fits the kimono or yukata style one. so i'll eventually customize one just to put her in a yukata.

Would you prefer one big item, a few medium items, or many small items?
either a few medium or many small.
the only "big ticket" items on my list. i prefer used and cheaper.

do you customize dolls? if yes would supplies like hair or buttons or what not be a fun extra?
sure. though i mostly use mohair and alpca wool for hair now adays. but mini buttons and tiny buckles are so fun.

[ember86]

There is always eBay and other online stores where you can buy dolls that aren't in stores.

[SwordPony]

I'm sorry I haven't been around to answer questions. Thank you ember!

[rosierjay]

ah!! last night i kept thinking of dolls to add to my wishlist.... guess i'm in.
we can write condition on the wishlist right?
oh and is there someplace special we should post them?

[ember86]

Of course you can! Just put our list or link it in your sign up forum. You can also post your wish list in wanted. I used Pinterest for my list.

[lemonice]

how much should the extras be? 10 ?

[Akemi-chan]

how much should the extras be? 10 ?

Around $10 is good.  Try not to go over too much (and I have a tendency of doing this )

[ember86]

how much should the extras be? 10 ?

Around $10 is good.  Try not to go over too much (and I have a tendency of doing this )

You're no the only one! LOL!

[lemonice]

I'll try

Post Merge: October 27, 2014, 05:42:04 AM

I have sent yeah this will be fun! I really hope there is more people joining in!

[Uninu]

Unfortunately I can't join as I am trying to keep myself from hoarding too much to do, but I do hope you guys have a great time!