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Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors...

Posted by Kathy in Dayton <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Kathy+in+Dayton' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 26, 2024, 7:11 pm

I am going to be moving for the second time in 3 years and I'm thinking about the tons of doll boxes I have. They fill a walk-in closet now. Do you all think it's necessary to the dolls' value to keep all their boxes? I figure I can move the dolls in a tub, but putting them all back in their boxes is a real pain and of course they take up so much room. What if I kept just a few boxes (Gene, Tonner, Alexander) in case I want to sell any in the future, but get rid of the majority of them? Thanks for any input.

For me, it is the doll and not the cardboard.

Posted by Flamingomoon <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Flamingomoon' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 28, 2024, 9:11 pm, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

I too have struggled with this age old dilemma. So I didn’t do anything just yet. But, I’m thinking

Posted by Sue in ABQ <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Sue+in+ABQ' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 27, 2024, 4:35 pm, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

I will start trashing some of the AD Gene boxes. I too have flattened the shippers. I will save them for shipping even if I trash the white boxes. But, do you know how hard it will be for me to actually throw away a perfectly good box???

Decisions, decisions….

Lots of good advice here. I don’t keep my dolls in their boxes >>>

Posted by Lynne D <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Lynne+D' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 27, 2024, 12:47 pm, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

so I had lots of empty complete shippers. I started by disposing of just a few of them to see if it would make me feel good or anxious. If you’re getting ready for a move you might not have the luxury of time, but disposing of boxes bit by bit enabled me to get to a point where I have what feels like the right number of complete shippers for any sales I might make, but I don’t feel overwhelmed by them

Keep boxes for the high end dolls, it makes a difference!

Posted by Jackie_NJ <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Jackie_NJ' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 27, 2024, 11:48 am, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

Some resin dolls have very specific boxes and it is a deal breaker not to have the box. Also, it's hard to find a small shipper for the Tonners and Genes if you don't keep them. For play line and vinyl dolls, there seems to be more flexibility as to the box they are shipped in.
My two cents,

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Personally, unless it's an expensive doll like a JS or genuinely MIB

Posted by Ohiostar <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Ohiostar' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 27, 2024, 8:24 am, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

I don't find value in the box. They take up space, and if a doll is well packed and has her bits and pieces, I personally wouldn't pay more for her to be reboxed. JMHO, though.

I agree with Paul and Max. I appreciate/value the boxes (even the shippers). It would

Posted by Geneboyz <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Geneboyz' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 27, 2024, 1:05 am, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

Probably not be a deal breaker, but it is desired for me.

Hi Kathy, just giving my 2 cents - I agree with Paul's comment. I have

Posted by Max <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Max' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 27, 2024, 12:06 am, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

personally kept all my doll boxes. When I was selling some of my tonners, it was very easy to ship them out. When I am buying a doll, I would like the box, but its not a deal breaker. Some of my tonners did not come in their original boxes. I have a special shelf where I store all of mine in the basement. I even have the shippers but those are broken down flat. It does take up space but if you are thinking of downsizing, it would be useful to have the boxes. I don't think the doll's value means as much with/or without the box, as I think the condition of the doll itself is more important.
Some collectors are picky though and want the box. Best of luck with your move!

Trash them. I had an attic full of boxes, very messy and trying to find the right box

Posted by Attila <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Attila' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 26, 2024, 11:11 pm, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

way more aggravating than their worth. Might save special edition boxes if their is print on it.

Agree! Trash the Tonner boxes and the AD Boxes.Keep the high end resin doll boxes

Posted by KellyinCincinnati <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=KellyinCincinnati' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 28, 2024, 12:31 pm, in reply to "Trash them. I had an attic full of boxes, very messy and trying to find the right box"

Re: Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors...

Posted by PaulB <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=PaulB' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 26, 2024, 8:43 pm, in reply to "Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

Hi Kathy;
Personally, I'd keep the boxes. They do add value, at least to me, and certainly make shipping easier if you do decide to sell your collection.

Thanks everybody...

Posted by Kathy in Dayton <iframe src='https://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/info/user=Kathy+in+Dayton' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on September 27, 2024, 10:04 am, in reply to "Re: Asking for advice/opinions from you fellow doll collectors..."

I may ditch some of the Gene boxes that are not specific to the doll, but I would keep some of the special ones, definitely Jamieshow.

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