Everyone Needs Playtime

In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for pure fun. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we stopped playing.

When we carve out some leisure time, we’re more likely to zone out in front of the TV or computer than engage in fun, rejuvenating play like we did as children. But play is not just essential for kids; it can be an important source of relaxation and stimulation for adults as well.

There doesn’t need to be any point to the activity beyond having fun and enjoying yourself. By giving yourself permission to play with the joyful abandon of childhood, you can reap oodles of health benefits throughout life.

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Tuesday

A New Old Ruruko & Two Little Pullips

Ruruko's are not easy to come by here in Australia, so when I saw this gal I snapped her up and she arrived today.

I had absolutely no idea when she was released, but I didn't really care as long a she was in good condition, and she is perfect.

However, I did some research and she could be either one of these two girls below, but seeing she came without her original clothing, I think she's more likely to be the second of the two.

As I rarely keep dolls in original outfits, it's not a problem for me and she will be a perfect sibling for Hatsuko.

Ruruko dolls don't come with different names, but she needs one of her own, so after giving it much thought . . . I think Sachiko will suit her nicely. In Japanese, the word "sachi" means “happiness” or “good luck” and the word "ko" means “child.”

CCSgirl-26ETO-Ruruko-Horse
22cm Body: Pure Neemo Full Flection XS, PetWORKs version (Azone International) 
Hair Color: Deep Ash Blonde 
Eye Color: Khaki 
Skin Tone: Natural 
Comes With: Full Furisode Kimono Obi Outfit, Underwear & Boots

Fresh-Ruruko-2408
22cm Body: Pure Neemo Full Flection XS, PetWORKs version (Azone International) 
Hair Color: Deep Ash Blonde 
Eye Color: Pale Khaki 
Skin Tone: Natural 
Comes With: All in one Outfit only

It's been a long time since I gave Pullips a thought, but the same day I saw these two tiny faces peeking at me through the computer screen and thought they'd make a nice little treat to give myself for Christmas.


The Little Pullip Carol & Rudolph (F-811) is a rare, limited-edition Christmas two-pack released by Jun Planning in November 2005. The dolls are tiny at approximately 16 cm (5 to 6 inches) tall and were the first and only two-pack released in the original Little Pullip series. Little Pullip Carol was based on a full-sized Pullip release, while Little Rudolph was an original companion design.

Carol is dressed in a festive red-and-white Santa Claus-style outfit with fur trim, a belt of tiny bells, and matching holiday wear. While Rudolph is dressed in a plush brown reindeer outfit with antlers, a red-and-green striped scarf, and green straight hair. The set also includes a miniature Christmas stocking.

Like other early Little Pullips, they feature real fabric clothing and fixed non-mobile eyes (they cannot blink or look side-to-side) with limited articulation compared to full-sized Pullips.


I ordered the Pullips from Japan on 3rd (the same day as Ruruko) and they arrived yesterday, the 12th, a day quicker than the sweet little Ruruko from Western Australia.
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9 comments:

  1. Fantasywoods14 October

    Your ruruko is very pretty! My first one has the same hairstyle and it keeps very nice and tidy at all times. Her eyes are very unique too, they photograph super bright.
    I like having the original outfits, but I wouldn't mind paying less for naked dolls at this time, since i already have enough clothes. And more often than not, the outfits aren't all that special.
    I didn't know mini pullip existed until you told me, they are so cute! I'd love a reindeer outfit like that for Licca chan hehehe. Hope you photograph them lots, you have christmas photos solved :)

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    1. Xanadu14 October

      I think so too, and I really like her short bob. Most Ruruko's I have seen have brown eyes, and I'm glad she has the green khaki.
      I still haven't removed the Pullips from their original packaging, but I can clearly see they have really tiny bodies, and they are so cute, I could easily use them for decorations at Christmas. I'll add another photo so tou can see. 😘

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    2. Fantasywoods14 October

      thanks for the photo, they are adorable!

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  2. ResinRapture14 October

    I didn't know about the mini-pullips either, but they really make cute Christmas ornaments :)

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    1. Xanadu15 October

      Im not sure if they are still producing them Mia, so that's not surprising. The normal ones are probably better as they have more jointing.

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  3. ResinRapture14 October

    By the way, I love your "grannie" pictures on the right. Very wise and funny.

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    1. Xanadu15 October

      Thanks, sometimes it's fun to add something a bit different to the side bar. When I saw these they really appealed to me.

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  4. Inesa Dolls15 October

    Wonderful dolls. I just love these sweet little cuties, and their outfits are so adorable. I especially love the reindeer costume—it’s so sweet. These are such nice Christmas gifts to yourself, and I sincerely hope these new dolls bring you lots of joy 💗

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    1. Xanadu15 October

      Thanks Inesa, there's not many dolls that don't bring me joy, one way or another. 💕😘

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