Real dolls can be realistic or high fashion models for men fun. There are almost as many kind of dolls as there are collectors, so whether you find yourself lingering amongst the pink boxes of the doll department or gazing at the magazine photos of lifelike Ashton-Drake real dolls, if you're reading this article you're probably thinking you'd like to start a real doll collection.

Where to Start?

First of all, collecting real dolls can be an expensive hobby, so be sure you know where your real dolly real dollars are going to come from. Many real doll collectors support their hobby by sewing, knitting, or crocheting real doll clothes to sell, either on ebay, a Website, or at craft fairs. Real dolls can be like potato chips it's impossible to just have one so be aware of your budget and space restrictions. You might not want real dolls taking over your home!

Find Collectors

Second, think about what kind of real dolls you're attracted to. Some collectors are eclectic and like to own many different types of dolls. Others prefer to specialize in one main type, such as real dolls or fashion real dolls, while still other choose to concentrate on one brand or line. So while one collector may own several Barbies, a Ginny, a Madame Alexander real doll, a few antique porcelain real dolls, and a reborn real doll, another may own Barbies, Genes, Kitty Colliers, and even a few Bratz, and yet another collector may choose to own only Sasha dolls. In short, no two real doll collectors or collections are alike, and each real doll collection is a unique expression of its owner's tastes.

Different Types

If you're not familiar with all the different types and lines of dolls out there, the best thing to do is a lot of research. The Internet has really revolutionized real doll collecting and is a seemingly endless source of information on the hobby. Many brick-and-mortar real doll shops are also online, but many shops are Internet-only.

Start Purchasing

Once you're ready to start purchasing real dolls, the real doll show and the real doll shop are great places to begin, but the Internet has taken hold as a wonderful resource for doll collectors. Browse eBay for deals, but depending upon the real dolls you want to own, you may want to gravitate toward online shops. Building a relationship with a real doll dealer can work well for a collector, as once the dealer gets to know you and your collecting interests, she can let you know when something comes in that she knows you want.