Would you prefer to... Buy clothes or make them?

In the beginning I was thrilled above excited when I had an occasion to buy a new piece of clothing or some accessories for my doll. It made me perfectly happy But it changed in time. I realised that I appreciate things - even very simple - when I make/craft them myself. First there was a crochet. But it wasn't enough. So I followed my heart, bought a sewing machine and started to learn - in my middle thirties - sewing. I'm doing pretty well right now, you know, it gives me much joy. And that's what counts, in my opinion.

 

I've only ever boutght a couple pieces of clothing, and it's always been at the same time I bought the doll so they would have something to wear home from the doll shop-yep, I'm lucky enough to be able to buy BJD things IRL!! Everything else I've made myself, even a couple wigs, and I'm proud to say I'm getting much better at sewing than my first few clumsy attempts.

 

I got into BJD specifically to make clothes for them. I want to make mini cosplays!

 

Both, actually. Sometimes it's easier for me to make the outfits because I can't find the ones I want, and then on the other side, I buy something that is a bit more complicated for me to make, or I don't feel like making it haha.

 

I have absolutely no sewing abilities, and anything I make turns to miss shaped fabric blobs. So I prefer not to make stuff, plus I find online shopping can be fun. (My poor wallet!)

 

As I only have one dollie for now, I'm actually sewing the clothes by hand (hehehe...I don't know how to use a sewing machine) Also the type of clothes that I would like her to wear doesn't seem to be available often online (medieval/renaissance theme). I seen two different sets on Volks' website, but they were sold out and the price for them were too beyond what I would like to spend on dollie clothing. So I used some clothes that fit the color theme I was going for and it myself.

 

I'd prefer to make mine because I'm kind of a perfectionist and if I know I can do something then I'll do it rather than pay for something that may or may not work out for my doll.

 

For me I prefer to buy them because I do not know how to sew lol. And idk it just seem so much work just to make an outfit. I tried sewing I'm not good at it. But when I see other people homemade clothes for their dolls they are amazing. Ahhh I wish I had sewing skills like that.

 

I make my own, that way I know they fit and are exactly what I was looking for. I hated ordering something only to find out the garment wouldn't fit my large bust female or were too long in the legs for the shorter of the boys...sigh. This way I can pick the color, fabric and design that is perfect for each! Plus some of the fabrics I like would be out of the question to buy a ready made garment that uses it, WAY too expensive that way. Making my own I can save money while using better fabric! Just buy 1 yard of the good stuff and put a little sweat equity into it, the same garment would be hundreds of dollars to buy it ready made.

 

I can knit and crochet so have made a few sweaters so far. I really want to learn to sew better so I can make tops, pants and dresses. I think I'll always buy doll jeans, though.

 

I really like making clothes. When I order a larger doll I usually buy an outfit. For small dolls I always make an outfit. It's sometimes hard to find what you want already made and I don't like waiting for clothes so I can usually whip something up. Right now I'm making a bow, arrows and a quiver I saw on Froggy Stuff. I just ordered a DOllZone Dale and will make her first outfit.

 

Buy at the moment but I'm teaching myself how to sew also so eventually I plan on making all of them.

 

I like learning to sew and teaching myself and figuring out, but when I do that (which is how my dolls get most of their wardrobe) I can't help but see everything wrong with the pieces... so I prefer to buy clothes when I can

 

Ha. Id PREFER to make them, as I'd get to make things just the way I want. I tend to pick odd sized dolls that are hard to shop for too... so there's that. But I can't sew for beans so I'm stuck just buying clothes.

 

I love to make them clothes
Ilse

 

I loved to crochet and knit long before I had bjds. When I try to sew doll clothes I sew them by hand. It's more relaxing .
I also always need existing patterns for sewing. It's so difficult for me to make patterns ! I admire people who can make them ! I hope one day my sewing skills will improve !

 

If I had the money I would love to buy them, but I also love sewing because it's fun and ... it's a great feeling when things turn out well.

 

Although I'd love to buy them, I usually end up making my own because of cost or because no one makes what I want in the size I need, or what I want in general. I trade for clothes when I can, too.

 

I honestly would rather buy them because a lot of artisans are much more skilled than I am. But due to monetary issues, I usually make my own clothing. Hopefully I can get a sewing machine so I can make some more complex pieces !

 

Hmm I would have to say that I would buy my stuff. I am not good at sewing.