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lindseylou0087 · Newbie

Just starting. Need help.

ronelhamaty · Senior Member

Hi Lindsey

Well that is a decent list, except most of us use the Genesis heat set paints. If you want to use a pacifier for you baby, you need magnets.

I do not think Aubrey is difficult to make. just take your time and do not rush to get it done. Good luck and enjoy!!! Forgot to say you need eyelashes for Aubrey.

-- Edited by ronelhamaty on Thursday 2nd of July 2009 05:48:15 PM

lindseylou0087 · Newbie

Thank you for the response. I knew I was forgetting to put something on my list. Thanks for reminding me about the eye lashes. I hope I can do this, I'm pretty nervous about it to be honest, but I'm really excited to try.

ronelhamaty · Senior Member

You welcome. Do you have the tutorial DVD?

mkhammy1 · Senior Member

I've had very good luck with the Authentic Reborn paints from Secrist. They come pre-mixed so you don't have to figure out what colors to put together for your first baby. They are heat-set paints, so they won't rub off. I paint my babies on paper towels, changing towels between each coat. I learned this the hard way - got some blue from veining on one of my babies, and didn't realize it til after it was baked!

Date: Jul 2, 2009

Thank you, I didnt even think about changing the paper towels between coats! Little tips like that are great, bc I have noooo idea what I'm doing.

Tina W. · Guru

There are also great starter kits out there that will give you everything you need (including your first doll) with enough extra paints to make a couple of more. The prices are exremely reasonable. BB sells some and so does Secrist I believe. Thats how I started and then bought the extra kit I really wanted, had plenty of material to make several babies. Is the best deal for beginning rebornists. Some people put out alot of money at first then realize it's not quite for them. The complete starter kits allow you to give it a go without breaking the bank.
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-- Edited by Tina W. on Thursday 2nd of July 2009 09:11:07 PM

Poisonivy14 · Senior Member

i'm sooo glad that you are trying something new. reborning is so much fun and i'm sure you'll do a great job on aburey, she's very cute. one of my problems on open eyed dolls is getting paint on her eyes! but, i'm sure you'll have a lot of help from all of us here on the forum to help you along the way! best of luck, Ivy. biggrin

Miss Reborner · Senior Member

BB sells starter kits that have Aubrey. I personally recommend Genesis paints rather than air-dry. And since they usually cannot be put in the oven, the matte finish is not possible with them. Good luck and enjoy reborning!

Tina W. · Guru

I've tried both the air dry and Heat set paints. The air dry does have a matte finish in thier kit. I just perfer the GHS because it is a more forgiving way to paint. The air dry is very time limited with you layers. Am I'm not sure about the long term results for the air dry paints (will it fade, crack ect??)

justme · Member

do not be scared just have a go I laughed when I saw my first doll

sara zata · Guru

I have heard that the air dry paints can crack over time , so I would recommend GHSP as there is no problems with them and they are easy to use. Just make sure you put the layers on thinly. XXXXX June

Buffington · Guru

I always use the GHSP and love them. Now that Secrist has the AR paints that you don't need any thinner I like them even more. I am however, in the process of trying air-dry paints from DD so we'll see. I am of course using their vinyl kit which they say the paints are made for. I'll keep you posted.

I agree, the starter kits you can buy are mostly a real deal! And yes, you have paints left over to do a few more.

Also yes, do apply your paints thinly so you don't get the chalkies (in another thread). And how about an oven thermometer? That is a must! My friend found out her brand new oven was off a few degrees!!!

Well, don't be scared. I'm sure you'll do just fine. And be sure to get a DVD, you'll really be glad you did.

suew · Newbie

I use the air dry paints, and I love them. I have 3 small children under the age of 5, and baking a doll could end in disaster for me. Plus we live in military housing, and the ovens are all kinds of screwy. The air dry paints are nice, and they do have a retarder that keeps them from drying really fast. You can't just walk away from a layer, though. It all depends on what you are most comfortable with, I think. Good luck, and have fun!

Buffington · Guru

I guess the main thing for me is what really works over "time". The old saying "time will tell" is really the mark of a good product. I have dolls I painted over 5 years ago, some I have put in the sun for a while, some have been stored, etc. And as soon as "I" am satisfied with my testing then I recommend to others.

But I do agree, it also matters what is good for you. If you find a product that works for you then go with that. :)