Custom Reborn Rates & Services

The following information is important and factors in what goes into creating a custom reborn baby of your choice.   If anything seems confusing, unclear, or you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at mary@marysdolls.com and I will answer your emails as quick as I can.  No question you have is too small or too mundane, so don’t be afraid to ask. 

If you’d like a kit from Bountiful Baby (up to $40.00), then I will charge $300 Labor for Caucasian Reborns and $400 Labor for African-American Reborns which covers everything, including shipping within the USA.   If you require a more expensive kit (any kit over $40.00) you will be charged the difference in cost.  African-American dolls take much more time and labor to paint.  Depending on the complexion you request, it can take at least 10 to 15 applications of paint layers to achieve the correct skin tones, that’s why there is a difference in the cost for reborning African-American/Bi-Racial babies.

Important information for International Customers - I will pay half of your actual shipping charges and YOU are responsible for your own country’s Customs/Import fees.   I do not ship to unfriendly countries, and have the right to use my own discretion as to where to ship.  If you, at any time, are dishonest as to where you are located,  between the time of placing your order and the actual time of shipping, then you have forfeited all funds collected while producing your baby, and your baby will be put up for adoption to cover my labor time and costs.  Do not ask me to ship the baby to you as a “gift” so you can save on Customs fees – it is against the law and will prohibit me from shipping to your country again.

As long as the kit comes from Bountiful Baby http://www.bountifulbaby.com,  I will require half of the cost up front, and the rest is paid after completion of the doll.   If you find it more reassuring or easier to get the doll and/or supplies and send them to me that is fine too, but I will still require half of the payment before I start on your baby doll.   I will send you an email asking a few questions, which will assist me in getting a “feel” of how you would like the doll of your dreams!   In addition, I will send you photos on my work as it progresses.

If you are interested in a custom order Reborn doll, please contact me.

PAYMENT:  I only accept PayPal at this time.

SHIPPING:   All shipments are through USPS Priority Mail. Most dolls are shipped with an average of $35 shipping cost - however, this could be more or less, depending on the actual weight of the package and the shipping address.  I always include insurance on custom reborns.

If you would like a custom order doll, please see the information below.  Thank you and hope to hear from you soon! 

 The supplies needed – Not included in Labor Costs:   (These are average prices)

** If you want a closed eye baby, I will root the eyelashes with the same hair used for rooting her head – so there will be no need to purchase eyelashes.  If, on the other hand, you want an opened eyed baby, eyelashes will be needed, although Newborns rarely have eyelashes, it depends on how a particular newborn would look with or without eyelashes.

·        There will be a $20 extra charge for belly plates.

·        What kit would you like?  Prices generally start around $24.99 - $125.99 (more charges will be added for more expensive kits).  Where I shop, there are no kits costing over $40. If you want a kit that’s priced over $40, I will have to charge you the difference. I would prefer you take a look at this site, and see if there are any kits you would like: http://www.bountifulbaby.com

·        Type of body you would prefer – I am a seamstress and make my own bodies.  If I make the body, there will be no extra charge.  If you want a different type body, then you should purchase one from http://www.bountifulbaby.com .

·              Confirm which complexion you would like your doll.

o       Mottling (newborn skin tones)   _______

o       Peaches and Cream Complexion (mostly blushing)  ________

Items that come with your custom order include:  One outfit (of my choice), onesie, diaper, and pacifier.  I also supply the paints, filling, weighting materials and any extras that go into constructing your baby doll. 

Below is my questionnaire. I have included it here, so you can see what the questions will be, but I will send you a copy via email.

Custom Reborn Doll Order Questionnaire

I will cover materials for weighting, body, stuffing and paint that I already have on hand.

What kind of skin tone would you like on your baby?
_______         Caucasian Baby with Mottling (a red splotchy look)

_______          Caucasian Baby with Peaches and Cream complexion (this is a light blushing on knees, elbows, cheeks, etc.)

_______          African-American (Light = Bi Racial)

_______          African-American (Medium)

_______          African-American (Dark)

It would be a good idea to take a look at some of the dolls I have done in the past to get idea of the paints.(http://www.marysdolls.com/Where1.html)

Do you want a Boy ________ or a Girl _______?

Name ___________________ for I.D. Bracelet?  If no name is given, I will you the original name the sculptor gave the baby.  The baby will arrive with a Birth Certificate or COA - signed and dated.

What color hair would you like? ____________________________

How much hair would you like rooted?   Thick full head of hair ______  Sparse Newborn look______ Short _______

Note about hair:  I tend to root heavy, so you may have to restyle the babies hair the way you want it. 

Would you like painted eyebrows?  ____________   Some choose not to have any for a more realistic Newborn look.  

Do you want a Magnetic Pacifier?  ______ Yes       _______ No ** Magnets are powerful so keep away from electronics and pace makers.  Once I have inserted the magnet, I cannot remove it because of the type of glue I use to secure it within the head.

If you are going to purchase a special outfit for your baby, let me know and I will just send your baby wrapped in a blanket and save my outfit for another baby.  I will use my supplies on hand, such as hair bows/bands/booties, etc. at no extra charge to you.

What approximate weight would you like your baby to be? ______________   I can get as close to the weight size you want, as long as it is not over 7 lbs.   Bigger dolls may have an exception to weight, as there is more room in the limbs and body of the doll.

Let me know if I have forgotten anything that you might want that I didn’t mention.

Bottom line is:  Your deposit only covers half of my Labor.  You will receive a final invoice for the balance of my Labor, Shipping, Kit and Mohair and any other items you may request that I do not normally supply.  I am requesting one-half of my Labor BEFORE I start on your doll.  I will periodically send photos so you can see my progress.  If, after the completion of your doll and you have not paid your balance within 30 days from the date of invoice, you will forfeit your deposit and I will put the doll up for adoption to cover the balance of my costs.

Please fill out this questionnaire and return it to me as soon as you can.   Once the kit arrives, I will start right away.  By completing and returning this questionnaire, and making your deposit, you agree to the above terms.

PayPal ID/address to pay me is marybooker@hotmail.com

You can use a credit card through PayPal too!  Your initial deposit is half of the Labor cost for the type of doll you select. If I purchase the kit, the cost will be added.

Caucasian Reborn Doll Labor is $300 + _________ shipping = $ __________

African-American Doll Labor is $400 + _________ shipping = $ __________

To calculate shipping cost if you are purchasing the kit and/or other supplies and mailing them to me, my zip code is 74003. 

I send invoices after the doll is complete. However, if you want to pay over-time, let me know in advance so we can work out a plan. Nonetheless, your deposit is required beforehand and is not refundable. There are no returns on Custom Reborn dolls and once I start painting, there will be no turning back because the paint is permanent, and I will not do any stripping. 

** REMEMBER that these dolls are no longer play dolls - they are a collector’s item and great care will bring you many years of enjoyment!

Thank you for visiting my site.  If there is anything I’ve forgotten, please let me know.  I try to answer all my emails within 1 business day. 

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Mary Booker ©2011 Mary’s Sugar Babies Nursery aka Mary’s Dolls-N-Things