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Character Doll Commission Pricing

All prices are in GBP (£).
Prices are subject to change without notice.

 

The size of your doll is measured from the top of the head/ears to the bottom of the feet. For quadrupedal creatures, this is measured the same way (as if it were standing on its hind legs), minus the length of the tail (although if the tail is a large feature, this may result in an additional charge). Heights are approximate; I now only offer one base size as all my dolls tend to fall in this size regardless.

Please bear in mind that it takes roughly 100 (sometimes more!) hours to complete one character doll, based on size and complexity, so my prices reflect this.

 

BASE PRICE

Doll Base

£2,200 starting price

Height ~16” (40cm)

In many cases, quadrupedal characters will stand better on their own, with bipedal characters becoming more unstable while standing on two feet. If stability is an issue, bipedal characters will need a stand (which is included).

The base price includes all labour and base materials costs (faux fur, armature, printer resin, paint, shipping box, etc.), as well as fees. The base price does not include final shipping.

YOUR BUILD OPTIONS

Armature

The armature of your doll is like its skeleton. It gives it structure and allows for articulation. Below are the two main options I offer:

 

Plastic ball-jointed and aluminum wire mix (included in base price): the plastic armature is incredibly strong, and will not easily break. Perfect for bigger dolls and for snake-like creatures with long limbs, tails, or bodies. This is a mix of plastic and wire, as some parts could be too small for the plastic armature alone (fingers, arms, wrists, ears, etc.). The wire is prone to breaking the more you move the parts around, so please be careful with your creature!

Upgraded plastic armature - starting at £300): This jointed plastic armature allows for realistic joint bends in areas such as the elbows and knees, making your puppet come to life in a more believable way than just bendy wire. This armature upgrade is much more durable than aluminum wire, and is extremely light. Each joint is hand made and is a more time consuming option.

 

Head/Paws

Articulated jaw (included in base price): Jaws are set on a steel pin, providing strength and smooth movement. The inside of the mouth is sculpted.

Non-articulated jaw (£30 deducted from base price): The jaw is sculpted closed and is a solid part of the head. Good for static facial expressions. 

Articulated ears (included in base price): Ears are set on a plastic ball-and-socket joint, providing strength and smooth movement. In some cases I will use wire for long fabric ears.

Non-articulated ears (£30 deducted from base price): Ears are sculpted as part of the head, or if fabric, are affixed to the side of the head, with no wire/moveable parts. 

 

Wings

Real feathers (starting at £100 for small, £200+ for large, for a pair): Made with dyed duck craft feathers, these can get tattered if handled too much or not gently enough. Great for a realistic looking wings.

EVA foam (starting at £200 for small, £350+ for large, for a pair): these are more durable in the sense they won’t get tattered, although the foam is still fragile and can bend easily. Great for cartoony-looking wings, but also works for realistic looking wings.

Extras

Clothing: Needs to be discussed. Cost will depend on the complexity of your requested piece. In some cases, if the clothing is too intricate or detailed, I won’t offer this option.

Length of doll/extra limbs: Complex armatures will take more time and will affect your quote.

Fur patterns: Complex paint patterns and fur patterns will take more time and will affect your quote.

Props/Jewellery: Needs to be discussed. Complexity/amount of accessories will affect your quote.

PAYMENT PLANS

Once I have approved your quote and you have confirmed your interest, I will require a £100 non-refundable holding deposit to secure your slot (which is deducted from your total invoice). Once initial design approvals on the doll have been made by the client, I will require the 1st payment instalment before any work is started. Following payments will be split up in a pre-agreed payment plan (max of 6 instalments).

 

I will require the final invoice upon completion, and I will then pack up and weigh your Character for the shipping quote - which I will then send as a separate and final invoice and require before I send off your Character to you.

Ready? Fill out my quote request form here!

For more payment info, please see my Terms & Conditions.

Last updated January 7th, 2024.

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