Fairyland ChicLine 40cm Discussion Part 5

Perhaps they would just make the neck connectors that seem to be in demand.

@saharali I have been madly ordering the new males in this size range. I will see if any of the guys I have received look good with the Chicline girls. Please remind me if I forget!

 

(Just popping in here to say I saw the post on IG about the reboot and as a former mini collector and still owner of 2 mnf/chicline hybrids, the amount of things I would do for more of the neck connectors is limitless as I only have 1 and it's cracking)

 

Oh my, I didn't even know this line existed

 

@marxwyn - sorry for the delay!
I put the head back on the Dollpamm body, and I thought maybe I rushed to judgment a little too quickly.

Glamour shots in front of monitor.
Then I removed the clothes, and nope - I'm still not happy about the neck.

Spoiler: Noods

Dollpamm front and side:


Theeeeeeere it is. Big old neck flare:




Next up - DF-H Xiao Chan:


Wiggie:

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Post #2: I notice several folks want neck adapters. I am working on one, cuz a) I think the default one is kinda ugly, and b) the way the head works, you're supposed to use the neck adaptor, a little bead, AND a tiny s-hook, which is a total PITA.

The head is too small for all of that stuff. I want an adaptor with s-hook grooves instead, so I don't have to fiddle with the s-hook and a bead every time I want to swap heads. I'll keep y'all posted. We're measuring and working on our own (improved) version for free distribution on one of those 3D printing websites. In the interim, a small silicone kip keeps the head from flopping around, although the installed magnets are long gone, lol.
Also, I was mad disappointed at Denver Doll's response, although I very much appreciate that they reached out to Fairyland and asked.
I get it. Fairyland is a business, and they have to do what makes financial sense for them, but after five years of trying (and failing) to find a decent hybrid, I engaged in a little retail therapy and grabbed Huajing's special 1/4 scale body. Like 2D Doll's SY body, the measurements should be perfect, and the body should be proportional. But if my experience is anything like 2D Doll, well... I'm not holding my breath. I'll let you know.

 

thank you so much for the photos @MaleficentMrsofEvil
oh I was also thinking about Huajing special body, although probably too tall? Or there is also Dollzone 1/5 girl body (though it is same tall as Dollpamm and DFH)

 

Next update: Doll Zone just released a new 1/5 scale body. Judging by the measurements, this body should be a perfect hybrid for a female Chic Line head. ACBJD is running a 15 percent off promotion sale with a pair of gift heel feet if you purchase before March 20, 2024.
If anyone else would like to join me in my hybrid madness, let me know if you decide to pick up this body.

 

@MaleficentMrsofEvil That is a great body! I will be ordering at least one. Would the peach skin be the best match for Fairyland normal?

 

Wish I could answer. You might want to go to the photo reference section and ask someone who owns DZ and FL - I don't own any DZ dolls.

 

Maybe? Older post, so no promises.

 

Thank you!

Also I have asked Alice's Collections about the bust size. Bust A looks larger but bust B has a larger measurement. Alice's is checking.

Also the Dollzone site has a full doll.

 

Update for existing Chic Line doll owners: Denver Doll found some old stock Chic Line hands, which are listed on their website.

 

I already own the four types (two pairs) of male CL hands, but the hoarder in me wants to get some more... although, I guess I can always get them to customize them differently than my Rou's default pairs. DX

 

If anyone is ordering the Dollzone 1/5 body, I noticed that the A bust looked larger but the B bust had a larger measurement. I asked Alice's Collections about it and they checked with Dollzone. They got back to me and the B bust is larger! They have updated the pictures. There are two heads available also. I ordered a doll in peach. If the color doesn't match Fairyland, at least I will have a matching head!

 

@nancy_schroeder_ca - I'm looking at the pictures on ACBJD, and I asked for more pictures of the neck without the head. From the front, it looks like the neck tapers at the top, but from the side, it looks like it gets a little wider?

 

Greetings.
I've been gone from the hobby for ages.
But I've slowly been working my way back and I need to restring my Chic line Minifee Ruth hybrid.
Like bad.
He was floppy to start with when I bought him second hand but it's patently ridiculous now.
Anyone have any resources? Pics? Vids? Advice on where to start? Elastic size even?

 

According to this page on Cool Cat, the MSD bjd needs 3mm to 3.5mm elastic: ☆ Cool Cat Collection Shop． Doll Accessories ☆ -- Elastic String
There's a diagram on that page that shows how elastic is strung through a doll.
I would recommend taking the body apart, but carefully put the parts in LEFT and RIGHT containers (like plastic tubs, for example).
Take photos of how the body is put together, so you can easily refer back, when re-assembling.
Give them a wash, while keeping them sorted, let the parts airdry for a day, and then put the body together.

Wish I could help you in-person...

 

I think my chicline came with a manual, I can take some photos later if that helps!

 

That might.

I remember reading about their legs being problematic to string or just them being a huge pain in general so this is a project that's kinda haunting me.
And I can't seem to find anyone who's done it before. Specifically on these guys anyway.

 

@Elcia - Chics are strung very differently from most dolls. be sure you have instructions before taking yours apart.

I will look for a manual too. One of us might find something helpful.

When you do restring, take pics at each stage as a reminder. Good luck.