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★ Where are you located?
The Netherlands (part of the EU).
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★ Do you ship to my country?
I can ship pretty much worldwide for reasonable prices.
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★ What is your price range?
I make dolls in various sizes and levels of details, ranging from 70 to 1000 US dollars (prices are set in Euro). Check the shop page for examples.
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★ How/when can I purchase a doll?
Dolls are for sale in my shop at a scheduled date/time which is announced on Instagram, my newsletter (sign up here) and the SHOP PLANS page. Please note that my work sometimes sells quickly, so you need to be ready at the scheduled time if you don't want to miss out. Dolls' listings are added to the shop for preview as I make them. I always only make one of each (if there are multiples of the same design, they get their own listing). I also periodically offer custom orders, but not in 2025.
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★ When will X doll be back in stock?
I don't really 'restock' dolls that you see marked as sold in my shop (besides minis, but I could decide to stop making them at any point). A recreation of a sold doll could technically come back to the shop, but it's not guaranteed because I generally try to keep things interesting by changing or adding on to my previous designs. I may be able to recreate a doll you fell in love with when I eventually take on custom orders again, but I am taking a break from them for the entirety of 2025.
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★ Why is your shop empty/why is everything sold out?
My dolls sometimes sell quickly after they are added to the shop. And because everything is handmade, I cannot offer many dolls per month/year - this makes them extra special. I always announce the next date and time of a shop update in the banner at the very top of every page on this website, on Instagram and in my newsletter (sign up here).
★ I saw a doll on your Instagram that I want - is it for sale?
Have I only just posted a doll on Instagram? Then read the caption for info, it may state that they are part of my next release or if it was a custom order. As for dolls posted a while ago or newer posts without any info (likely of an older doll), check my shop. Not there? Then they have already been sold.
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★ Can I place a custom order?
I will not take on any custom orders in 2025 and can't speak on 2026 yet. When I eventually accept custom orders again, there will be a separate page on this website with everything you need to know. I announce updates about these sorts of things in my newsletter (sign up here).
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★ I was too slow to get a doll, any tips?
You can make an account on my website beforehand (click here for help) and add your credit- or debitcard info in advance to help with a speedy checkout. (Keep in mind that Paypal charges me the highest fees, so you'd be doing me a favor by using a different payment method if you can, like Apple Pay.) Or you can get a custom order when they are available (closed for 2025). Subscribe to my newsletter (sign up here) to stay updated.
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★ Will you be making more mini pumpkins?
I plan to continue making more variations of my mini pumpkins in the future. But it is very unlikely that I will ever accept custom orders for this tiny size, because it's very hard to find fabrics and outfits that work on this scale, so the options are very limited.
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★ Can I buy doll clothes separately?
No, I do not sell doll clothes, only finished dolls. My dolls are not meant to change outfits because their fingers could break off (I use strong clay, but thinner parts are still somewhat fragile).
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★ Can I cancel my order?
Please don't! There are transaction fees involved that I cannot get back. But if you must, please read my policies.
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The dolls
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★ Where can I find a gallery of your work?
My instagram page is currently the best way to view and keep up with my creations.
★ What are they made of?
My dolls are completely handmade without the use of any casting/molds. The head, hands and feet are carefully sculpted with strong epoxy clay. Their bodies are made of metal wire and textile, filled with scrap materials and some smalls rocks at the bottom. This makes them very stable and they can sit without any back support. Their eyes are made of plastic, glass, stone or wooden buttons. They're painted with acrylics and a protective varnish/sealant is used when necessary.
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★ How big are they?
Mim's Victims currently come in these approximate sizes:
4 inch (mini): 10 cm/4" tall
9 inch: Sitting height 14 cm/5.5", standing height 23 cm/9".
14 inch: Sitting height 22 cm/8.7", standing height 36 cm/14.2"
16 inch: Sitting height 24 cm/9.5", standing height 41 cm/16.1"
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These sizes are for standard round/oval pumpkins. Hoods, hats and longer head designs will also add height. The exacts height is always mentioned in their listing and Instagram posts.
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9 + 4 inch
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★ How much can the dolls move/be posed?
Below the written answer to this question you can find videos showing the dolls being posed.
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4 inch (mini): These have metal wire in them, so that you can bed them to have them sit in a natural position in the lap of another doll (on a table without a cloth or another smooth surface they could slip away). Their arms can also be bended forward, but not by much. You can find a video of this in their listings.
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9 inch: The arms and legs are made of solid clay. The arms (except for the hands) have twisted metal wire in them - including around the hole that attaches the arm to the body - to add strength. The limbs can move at the shoulders and hips to an extent, but will not hold a position (besides sitting) unless supported. How much the arms are able to move will vary between dolls of this size. My dolls are not suitable for stop-motion.
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14 + 16 inch: These dolls are semi-posable, which means you can bend/twist their arms and legs and have them stay in that position. This means that they can either have their legs straight out or you can bend the legs at the knees so that can sit on the edge of a shelf or piece of furniture. You can also make it look like they're waving at you or have them hold another doll. Always hold at the wrist when changing the position of the arms and be careful with the fingers. ​
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My dolls are not suitable for stop-motion.
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★ Any care tips for the dolls?
Never clean the clay parts with water/moisture, only dust off with a dry soft brush.
A lint tape roller can be used with caution on their clothes, but best to avoid avoid felt and fuzzy materials as it could pull out the fibers. I recommend getting rid of the tape's initial super stickiness by briefly rolling it on something else first, so the doll can get a more gentle treatment.
Black hands and feet are made of black clay and white scratches may appear on them from friction with the other foot or a hard surface. Rubbing your fingers over the scratches will usually make them disappear. Be aware that a very rough surface like brick could leave permanent damage/scratches. When the hands and feet are painted a different color than the clay, I give added protection by using a spray sealant as well, but remember that still doesn't make it 100% damage-proof.
Onesies can come off (they close with velcro), but only wash the outfits if absolutely necessary and only by hand in cool water. Some fabrics may shrink in warm water. Always airdry only. Press the outfit between a towel to get most of the moisture out. Glued on bones and other decorative pieces may get frizzy from washing. Wrap a small plastic bag around the hands to easily get the onesie back on without damage to the fingers.
Keep in mind that the pants and shirts/sweaters usually cannot come off. Dry cleaning might be an option, but I have no experience with this. Using a steamer could damage the paint on the clay parts. If an outfit has somehow become extremely dirty or sun-bleached, I recommend to cut the outfit off the doll and use the existing outfit to make a pattern so that you can make a new outfit for them, making the sleeves and pant legs wider, so then can fit over the hands and feet. Or contact me and I might be able to make them a new outfit (for a fee, of course). Or maybe just embrace their damaged look.
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Do not ever wash faux leather, as it will make the layers separate.
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If you need more specific care advice for your doll, don't hesitate to contact me.
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PAYMENT
★ How can I speed up the check out process / how do I make an account?
Apple or Google Pay are fast ways to checkout. (Paypal too, but they charge me the highest fees, so you'd be doing me a favor by using a different payment method if you can.) Or you can save your address and credit/debit card info in advance by making an account on this website. Find "Log in / Sign up" on the right side of my logo at the top of the page on Desktop. On mobile, tap the menu icon at the top right of the page and it'll also show "Log in / Sign up" on the top of the menu. You can make an account with your Google/Facebook account or just your email-address. Then click on your name where it used to say 'Log in' to go to your account and enter your address etc. In "My wallet" you can add credit and debit card details for a fast checkout. I believe you cannot link your Paypal or Apple Pay in advance.
It will automatically give you a username, but you can change this in your account. If you're having any issues, first try to reload the page. Still having issues? Then log out and log in again.
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★ Can you reserve a doll for me/pay in multiple instalments?
I no longer reserve/hold dolls. Some people have the option to get a payment plan via Paypal.
★ What are you payment options?
My website accepts most debit-/credit cards, Paypal and Apple pay. Paying with debit- or credit leaves me with the most profit after fees, so you'd be doing me a huge favor by using one of those.
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★ Should I expect customs fees?
Buyers from outside the EU are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. These taxes and fees vary per country, so I cannot tell you how much this will be (this information can often be found on the website of your national postal service or national customs).
Those in the EU will not get any sort of customs/tax fees when the package arrives in your country.
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SHIPPING
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★ Where are you located?
The Netherlands (part of the EU).
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★ Do you ship to my country?
Short answer: Pretty much worldwide!​ But please only purchase from me if you are certain international packages are arriving safely to your country/city. It is your responsibility to make sure that your postal service is able to deliver to you.
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★ How much does shipping cost?
Large dolls have the shipping cost included in the price. Shipping cost (in Euro) for other items below. Shipping always includes a tracking number.
♡ Bears / smaller dolls / minis:
€ 6 Netherlands
€ 11 Rest of Europe
€ 12 United Kingdom
€ 15 US/Canada
€ 20 Rest of world​
♡ Paintings / flat items:
€ 5 Netherlands
€ 10 Rest of Europe
€ 11 United Kingdom
€ 13 US/Canada
€ 15 Rest of world​
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★ How long will it take for my package to get to me?
Your order is sent off in 1-2 business days. Packages arrive within a week in Europe and the estimate for most other places is 1-2 weeks.
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★ Do you accept returns?
Please try to prevent impulse purchases, so that returns are not necessary. If the doll has somehow gotten damaged in transit, I will accept your return. Please read my return policy for more information.
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★ What does the packaging look like?
My creations are securely shipped in a plain cardboard box, and then I neatly wrap that box in brown paper. Clay parts are wrapped with bubble wrap or some kind of foam material and the whole doll is wrapped in a sheet of white plastic. The rest of the box is filled up with scrunched up newspaper or other reused filling materials, so the doll cannot move around. The tracking number is also written on the side of the box for extra prevention against loss (in case the printed label gets damaged). Below are two unboxing videos from 2022.
★ What happens if the package is lost, damaged or stolen on the way here?
Don't worry, none of my dolls have ever gotten lost and I've sent over 500 packages internationally. If we are truly convinced the package is lost, we'll come up with a solution together.
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My dolls are made of strong materials and I package them very well. So a doll has not been damaged in transit since 2018. If it does happen again, you can return the doll to me or I can give advice on how to fix it yourself.
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​If your package is stolen shortly after delivery, unfortunately I can't do anything for you - this has thankfully never happened to any of my packages. If it does happen, you'll have to take that up with the police or your own insurance provider to see what can be done.
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Read my refund/return policy for more information.
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PAST WORK
★ Where can I find a gallery of your work?
My instagram page is currently the closest thing I have to a photo gallery. On rare occasions a doll has never been posted (for example if it's a remake) and some posts have been archived, but most of my creations are there.
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★ I saw someone selling a doll claiming to be a Mim's Victims, how can I make sure?
As long as I'm alive, you can simply ask contact me with a picture and ask. You can also browse my Instagram page, but keep in mind that not every single doll is posted and some have been archived. Below are pictures of what my older certificate-cards looked like.
Some of my very first humanoid dolls did not come with a certificate, but all my dolls made before September 2022 have a label glued to their back, under their clothing (old dolls are missing an apostrophe on the label, so it's written as "Mims Victims"). So if the outfit allows it, you could ask the sellers to lift up the shirt to check. I stop using this label in September 2022. I then switched to using a clay stamp below the nape of their neck that reads Mim's Victims, together with the year they were made and their unique number. I also added a new small label on the back of their clothing.
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A picture of my current certificate-card can be found under The Dolls.
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Used June 2017 - February 2021
Used March 2021 - March 2023
★ Why did you stop making humanoid dolls?
I just don't want to make them anymore - I enjoy playing with textures and don't miss doing the hair. And I don't see myself growing tired of my pumpkin creatures any time soon, so that's what you can expect from me for the foreseeable future.
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★ What happened to your Youtube channel?
I took it down in 2021. I wasn't and still am not planning to ever upload to Youtube again. It turns out that I really don't like video editing - it takes so much time, that I'd rather spend on actually making dolls. And after investing a lot of time in the channel, it still wasn't making me any money. This may be hard to understand for some people, but leaving the videos up had more downsides than upsides for me. It's not good promotion for my work, because I don't make those type of dolls anymore. And people were constantly asking me questions, which I'd feel bad about not having the time or energy to answer. My life is a lot more peaceful without the channel. I want to make dolls, not be a content creator. Thanks for understanding.
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FANART / DOLLMAKING
★ I'd love to make a doll like yours! Do you have tutorials?
I currently do not offer any sort of tutorials. I may start teaching at some point, but not in the foreseeable future.
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★ Is it okay if I make a drawing of one of your dolls?
Sure! As long as you're not planning to sell it. And tag me on Instagram! Other art forms like make-up or even costumes are also appreciated as long as they are for fun and not business. The only exception is that I prefer people don't make any fan art that involves doll making/sculpting, as that goes into 'knock off' territory for me. See question below.
★ Is it okay if I make a doll inspired by yours?
Inspired - absolutely! Trying to make a copy - I'd rather you didn't. Inspired is essentially saying you're going to make a pumpkin doll but it won't look like mine. That's totally fine, because of course I do not own the concept of a pumpkin person or classic Jack-o-lantern designs. But if you're looking at my pictures while making your doll, that is more than inspired. And I'd personally prefer you'd make something original. Or make fanart of famous movies instead, that is always a safe option. Another option is to look for people who do put out/sell tutorials for dollmaking instead. Little Fishy Things for example sells a tutorial for a fabric pumpkin doll that looks amazing and it doesn't cost much. I really only encourage fanart of my work when they're drawings (or any art form that is not sculpting, really) and they are not being sold.
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★ What type of clay do you use?
I use Apoxie Sculpt, which is an epoxy clay. But I really do not recommend it for beginner sculptors, as the clay starts hardening once you mix it and you'll have to work quick. If you are a beginner, it's best to start out with polymer clay, which you can work on for as long as you want and it will only harden once you bake it.​
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★ Can they stand?
My dolls cannot stand on their own, they're meant to be displayed sitting down. They can all technically stand for a quick photo if they're leaning against a wall and standing on a non-slippery surface, but keep in mind this may damage the paint on the feet, so this is at your own risk.
You can display them with a doll stand if you'd like, but be aware that especially the bigger dolls might be a bit too top-heavy for this. My 9" dolls are most suitable to display standing up. But I do not sell doll stands, so you'll have to find those elsewhere.
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★ How fragile are they?
Every doll is a piece of art and they're not meant to be played with. They are purely decorative, but making them sturdy is still a big priority. Although their necks might seem thin, they are stronger than they look because of the type of clay and the metal wire that's inside. Dolls have fallen over many times in the Mim's Victims Studio and they have always survived. The only parts that could be broken more easily are things like pointy ears and the spread out fingers. But should that ever happen, you can repair this with some superglue. When posing your doll's arms, always make sure to grab by the wrist. In general, the main thing you should be careful with is the paint on the clay parts. Paint could scratch off it it comes in contact with your nails, a sharp object or rough surface.
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Theoretically the metal wire in dolls will eventually get worn out if bent it the same spot too many times. This has not happened to me personally even after quite a few photoshoots with a doll, but bending it every day for weeks or months will likely make it snap at some point (the limb would not fall off, but would no longer be able to keep certain positions).
★ Can I bring your minis on adventures with me?
You definitely can, I love seeing pictures of my minis out and about! They were originally meant as accessories for the bigger dolls (so purely for decoration), but they are definitely very cute travel buddies. They are very sturdy, but the only thing you need to look out for is the paint on the head. The paint doesn't immediately chip off if it falls over on a smooth table but a rough surface like brick could do a little damage. And I wouldn't use it as a stress toy, because the metal wire could get worn out from heavy use and snap.
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★ Are they vegan?
Most of my dolls are usually made with synthetic/vegan materials, but sometimes a sweater fabric can have wool in it - these fabrics are always obtained secondhand.
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★ Do you repeat designs?
I do sometimes repeat designs, but because they are handmade they still end up having different 'personalities'. If you're waiting for me to repeat something - don't, because you might be waiting forever. Your best bet is to just get a custom order (but they are closed for 2025).
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★ Do they come with a certificate of authenticity?
My certificate comes in the form of a small card that shows date they were finished, a unique number, and some more info. All my dolls also have a label on the back of their clothes. And the brand name is stamped into the clay, right below the nape of their neck, together with their number and the year it was made. More info on my older labels and certificates can be found under Past Work.
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