The End of Doll Moon

Many of you have already seen it on my social media over the past few days:
I will be stepping away from the doll hobby. This was not an easy decision for me.

Over the past months, I’ve increasingly felt that this hobby was no longer bringing me just joy. It slowly became a burden — at times even something that felt like an obligation. There wasn’t one single reason, but rather many different factors that came together in the end.

When Passion Turns Into Overwhelm

Looking back, the best way to describe how I felt is something close to burnout. The constant high speed of social media, the pressure to keep producing, to stay visible and keep up — all of that amplified insecurities and created new ones.

On top of that came my small business. What once started from pure passion gradually turned into work. Work that I truly enjoyed for a long time and poured my heart into — but work nonetheless.

I’m very aware of the privileged position I was in. Over the past five years, I was able to build my shop — largely thanks to your support. When I closed the shop at the end of last year, I truly realized how much energy, time, and responsibility it required. And yes — a lot of it brought me joy as well.

The Distance That Helped

My break from social media turned out to be incredibly refreshing. I spent much less time on my phone, and mentally, I felt noticeably better. At the same time, I will always cherish the connections, friendships, support, and the magical moments we shared.

Another trigger was stress in my main job. There were some conflicts last year that really shook me and still affect me today. They led me into deep reflection and triggered a real identity crisis:
What do I actually want? Where do I want to go?

I don’t have a clear answer yet. But I do know that I want to take better care of myself.

Back to Myself – and Creativity

One thing I truly want is to draw more again. I’d like to continue that creative path — at least for now — privately and away from social media. No pressure, no expectations. Just creating for the joy of it.

Thoughts on Social Media

I think many of us have noticed how social media has changed over the years. Personally, I don’t enjoy the direction it has taken. Algorithms reward sensationalism, extremes, and outrage, while genuine exchange feels harder than ever.

I want to be honest: at times, I even felt quite lonely there. And I think that says a lot. Of course, everyone has their own life — but it has become surprisingly difficult to build real connections within creative communities.

Sometimes I find myself wishing for the early days of social media. It wasn’t perfect, but it felt slower. More connected.

Is This Goodbye Forever?

To be honest, I currently don’t plan on returning to the doll hobby. While I will be selling some of my dolls, I will keep a few. Emotionally, I’m not ready to part with all of them — or maybe I simply love them too much.

At the same time, I don’t want to close that door completely. Knowing that I could come back one day gives me a sense of comfort. Who knows what life will look like in a few years?

That being said, this isn’t drama, and it’s not a “I’m leaving and coming back next week” situation. For me, this decision feels very final.

The Shop

As already announced on social media, there will be one final shop update. Items will not be restocked. We’ll see how things sell and aim to clear out the remaining inventory. A final sale is very likely.

Get your items before they are gone here

Private Sales

Many of my dolls are still looking for a new home. Feel free to check my eBay listings and send realistic offers or messages — most prices are negotiable.

Since my collection is quite extensive, it will take some time until all dolls are listed (with the exception of those I plan to keep). Clothing, wigs, and accessories will also be available. So it’s worth checking back regularly.

Please take a look at my sales here.

Thank You – From the Bottom of My Heart

Lastly, I simply want to say thank you. For your support, your time, and all the love I’ve received. I would be lying if I said this goodbye hasn’t brought me to tears — especially because of the countless heartfelt messages. It truly wasn’t all bad. Quite the opposite.

Now I want to look ahead — hopeful and determined — toward a new creative chapter and a future that feels right for me.

Thank you for being here 🤍