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Say goodbye to finger pokes

Behindert85
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#1 31 Mar 2026 at 5:21 PM 147 views
Been trying to figure out how to protect hands when dressing my dolls, a drinks bottle with the base cut off works perfectly, clothes slip right over the hand, no pulling or resistance. Low tech solution to a problem I’ve had for years:)
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#2 31 Mar 2026 at 5:38 PM 142 views
Behindert85 said:
Been trying to figure out how to protect hands when dressing my dolls, a drinks bottle with the base cut off works perfectly, clothes slip right over the hand, no pulling or resistance. Low tech solution to a problem I’ve had for years:)

Jed uses socks to protect the hands of his TPE ladies
Seth
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#3 31 Mar 2026 at 7:22 PM 137 views
I cut the legs off some tights. Works great. Just make sure your doll isn't in the tights when you cut the legs off 🤣
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#4 31 Mar 2026 at 8:36 PM 130 views
I just used ankle socks and elastic band. Trying to figure out if OPs post is April 1st related.
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#5 31 Mar 2026 at 10:20 PM 123 views
Mac said:
I just used ankle socks and elastic band. Trying to figure out if OPs post is April 1st related.

It’s the 31st March and, I’m just trying to help.

I’ve tried all the above before and still ended up with finger pokes, fabric snags and when your doll has very small fingers it’s really not hard to cause damage, normally with tight clothing. Was determined that wouldn’t happen with my new ladies.

Been doing this for a week now and, not a single poke to be seen.

Something solid and funnel shaped helps the garment slide over and, protects the hand.
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#6 31 Mar 2026 at 11:37 PM 120 views
This is a good solution.
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#7 1 Apr 2026 at 12:45 AM 116 views
Wouldn't that be a bit sharp on her arms ?
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#8 1 Apr 2026 at 6:19 AM 111 views
Joe Bin said:
Wouldn't that be a bit sharp on her arms ?

I ran around the cut edge with a lighter, it’s got almost like a bevelled edge.
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#9 1 Apr 2026 at 7:29 AM 106 views
Behindert85 said:
I ran around the cut edge with a lighter, it’s got almost like a bevelled edge.

Oh good, so it's a nice smooth edge then. I think I might just give that a try 👍
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#10 1 Apr 2026 at 4:22 PM 96 views
Yes, put socks on their hands and when putting on a pant leg or shirt sleeve, reach up inside of from the cuff with your hand and hold her fingers or toes before you pull it up. This keeps her fingers from getting caught in the cloth.
Behindert85
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#11 1 Apr 2026 at 6:45 PM 93 views
Keithallen said:
Yes, put socks on their hands and when putting on a pant leg or shirt sleeve, reach up inside of from the cuff with your hand and hold her fingers or toes before you pull it up. This keeps her fingers from getting caught in the cloth.

This worked with some dolls but sadly not my SLE’s, they have really dainty fingers and found no matter how careful I was, I still got pokes eventually, mostly with very tight clothing.

With the plastic, that can’t happen now because there’s absolutely no pressure on her hands at any point :)
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#12 2 Apr 2026 at 12:23 AM 82 views
Keithallen said:
Yes, put socks on their hands and when putting on a pant leg or shirt sleeve, reach up inside of from the cuff with your hand and hold her fingers or toes before you pull it up. This keeps her fingers from getting caught in the cloth.

That is how I've been doing it but without the sock. For the most part it works but occasionally a finger will get hung up and she flips me the bird.
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#13 2 Apr 2026 at 8:29 PM 73 views
some good solutions here
Behindert85
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#14 12 Apr 2026 at 5:09 PM 57 views
Joe Bin said:
That is how I've been doing it but without the sock. For the most part it works but occasionally a finger will get hung up and she flips me the bird.

I know this one well 🤣

My only issue is, the gen 1 & 2 SLE’s have such tiny fingers that it’s not long before the metal starts to appear sadly.
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#15 12 Apr 2026 at 7:59 PM 46 views
I try this too, thanks!
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