Unboxing Maplelea Saila Doll for Orange Shirt Day (Truth and Reconciliation Day)
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- It’s Truth and Reconciliation Day in Canada, so I wanted to unbox an official indigenous Canadian doll, Saila by Maplelea. I also give a (streamlined) background on what and why Truth and Reconciliation Day is.
#maplelea #doll #orangeshirtday #truthandreconciliation
I love your videos! I dont think you're realizing how great you are❤❤❤
@@jameshamer481 awww thank you-I guess there’s a market for everything 😝
Great video, to see dolls, which I love ànd learning about history I didn't know of (I'm in Europe). Thank you. Love your channel ❤
Great video, thanks for sharing! You have a beautiful collection! 😍I don't have a Maplelea doll just yet, but I recently ordered 3 of them. I have bought several of Saila's outfits, but her Aputi parka is still in my wish list. I was happy to be able to see it on her 😍 I did buy her hat/mittens and her Amauti outerwear but have not received them yet. I can't wait to buy the Canyon Dress, looks great on your doll! Thanks for explaining about the "Orange Shirt day", I'm from the U.S so I was not familiar with it. Now that I heard what you said, I wish I had bought a Orange Shirt on time for today.
@@zoej.7008 3 of them?? Wow you really jumped right in!! Who did you get? I have one more to unbox (and more outfits) then I’ll decide if I want grab the doll from my city. She has the original sculpt which isn’t my favourite- but looks the best on her for me.
I need to look into the history of residential schools in America because no one seems to know about it - it’s not just you.
Love this and Salia’s so gorgeous! I brought Kaya to school with me Friday to teach about Orange Shirt Day in her Orange Shirt Day shirt from Maplelea 🧡🧡
@@deenaandbeena awww what a fun way to teach them! Is this conversation a hot topic on the west coast too?
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Yay!! You got Saila!! She’s my favorite Maplelea doll. I need to get her hat and mittens. Everytime I look, they are out of stock. I see that they’re in stock now, so I’ll have to make an order and also get Saila her own orange shirt.
Thank you for the brief history of orange shirt day (Truth and Reconciliation Day). You did a very nice job.
@@melangellperry5984 they just restocked her she did-and she kept getting delayed, so I ordered them with her in case they went fast (even tho I doubt maplelea stuff sells fast lol).
It was so hard to boil down the details about orange shirt day because 1) it’s a bit of a rabbit hole 2) it gets quite dark!
The Indigenous language that is in Saila’s journal is Inuktitut which is the language spoken by the Inuit peoples
in the area of Nunavut that
Saila originated from, Iqaluit
@@ashleighgalbraith8530 ugh thank you - that’s was so embarrassing! It was something I learned in school (and read on the Maplelea site) but the pressure froze my brain ☠️🤣
Yay Blaine. I am wearing my orange shirt as I watch this video. I would love to order Saila soon! Thank you for giving us an up close look. I love her whole collection! ❤
@@CherishedDollFriends oooh I hope you get her! She’s really pretty and unique. The price hasn’t gone up yet, so I’m curious to see when and how much.
I recently purchased the Arctic Hat & Mitts (Traditional Inuit style hat) but unlike other items in Saila's collection it only has 2 languages English and French, it did not include Inuktitut in the journal pages. I've waited a year for that to come back in stock. Also I didn't realize they now only have one boy doll. When I received the email from Maplelea, I thought it was funny how they clearly were referring to AG. The part about the t-shirt dress, lower quality fabrics, and less detail. BTW, you're AWESOME!
@@AGLegofan ooooh you’re gonna love it!! I cant wait for you to get it…. Says the guy who waited 2 weeks to unbox it 🤣
It felt like the pages should’ve had the 3 languages. Do you know if it used to?
I remember there being another boy before. Maybe there were others too. Boys seem to be a hard sell, so maybe there’s no rush to restock, poor little guys.
Haha the email made me feel awkward. Like, oh no, people are going to find out how shady we are 🤣🤣
I’m sure others got a kick out of it. I mean I DO hate those tm meet outfits! Just those ones tho.
(And thank you 🫠)
Thanks so much for sharing! She is super cute....and i think you are spot on with the marionette dolls 😅 im wondering if you have bought the Ukranian dance outfit from Maplelea? I am thinking about it for my mini-me (im Polish, but it's close enough lol) but im curious about fit and staining.
@@FixMyAGDoll I’ve been tempted by that outift because it makes me think of it’s a small world (my favorite Disney ride) but it’s low on my list with so many things I want 🥴
However it looks like to would be a great fit on AG and the garments that would touch the doll are white, so I can’t imagine anything would stain. I might put tights or socks under the boots. I had red shoes stain my doll
Really enjoyed this video and found it informative as an American. Made me appreciate Maplelea more for all the care they put into this collection. Also the part about the shady email made me crack up, I do respect her brutal honesty even as an AG collector lol.
@@avielovlie I wish i knew more about the American side of residential school history - I just imagine it wasn’t as bad (bad, sure, but as brutal). And it’s things like that which make me support ML as much as I do … I wish I liked the dolls more 😬
The email was even more brutal if you received it. I left out the part where she shaded the difference in material qualities (I didn’t want to go that hard!)
What a wonderful doll! I'm happy you get to honour Orange Shirt Day through this hobby! Great video! I learned a lot, too!
@@MaxineAndrew thank you - I’m so glad she restocked in time! She was almost 3 months later than expected 🥵
I just ordered Saila I need to get myself an orange shirt & actually leave my house! Love your videos!
@@abbyw6830 do you mean you need to leave your house to show off your orange shirt? 😝
I hope you love Saila in person!
I love her, she is stunning. Thank you again for sharing . I'm ready for the next video l o l.
@@annettefedd488 yay I’m glad you liked her!
*checks schedule*
Only 3 more days 🤣
Listening to this as I dress my doll in their orange shirt! 🧡
@@americangirlfilms ha, no way! I wore mine to the office - but I’m here all alone today 🤣
Hi Blaine! God Bless you for loving Saila and her Maplelea sister. They're scaring me less, but I just don't think I could get one... yet. No hate for those who love them. ❤❤ I may add a couple Orange Shirts to my next order and dress a few dolls. I do love the Maplelea clothes and agree that they're basically off the rack clothes shrunk down to doll size. Thanks for posting!!!
@@mykls2153 not god bless you 🤣🤣🤣
The Brianne doll doesn’t scare me less (in fact her name is now Briannabelle) but that’s what I’ve decided to keep her lol.
I have one more ML doll (and outfits) to open in a couple weeks-you’ve been warned ☠️
A couple of the outifts are for AG tho, so it won’t be all nightmare imagery.
Thank you for the acknowledgement of the history of rez schools. I recommend the podcast "Stolen: Surviving St. Michael's," which delves into similar topics of indigenous erasure and its lasting effects.
@@timjonestimjones I’m surprised when people aren’t familiar, because it’s been such a huge talking point for at least 15 years where I live - along with the disappearance of our indigenous women. There are so many branches I could’ve touched upon, but I figured it was best to keep it about orange shirt day.
I’ve never listened to that podcast, but I’ve watched lots of (Canadian) documentaries on these issues. It’s so crazy to think about what’s going on…
Saile is the only Maplelea doll I like, now where you mention it, I think you have something with the marionette comment, but I do try to collect Indigenous/NA dolls when I can, it is part of my heritage. I have been meaning to get her but every time I wanted to, she was out of stock and then there is my granddaughter... and my AG collection.
Thank you for giving an explanation on Orange shirt day, so everyone can understand; the whole concept of the/both government(s) was horrendous. I don't know if your residential schools were under the war department in the beginning, they were here in the US and then the different churches. I always leave out offerings for those who no one could mourn, poor little ones.
@@dakotatwilight Saila is definitely the most palatable ML doll. A couple others have grown on me… but it took years! And yes, trying to squeeze in something new when AG is constantly coming out with stuff is HARD! I can’t imagine also buying for grandkids!
In Canada the res schools seemed to be more a church / government thing, I never read anything about the war. Military isn’t as prominent in Canada tho, so that could be a factor
I've wanted Saila since she was first introduced. I find her so charming & beautiful. I want to re-body her with an AG body (as that's the style I prefer) but have no idea which would match. Very handy if it's just the classic light vinyl.
@@ristiannarussell4622 I can’t find a perfect body match. She’s a LITTLE bit darker than plain white and a little lighter than the next deep shade (like TM120). My BeForever Julie seems to be the closest, but if she looked fine next to Tenney in your eyes, that color might work. So far all my Maplelea dolls don’t have a good color match to any AG 💔 However! I have seen other Canadian collectors put Saila on an AG body… wish I asked which one
Great video. Thank you for sharing the history behind Orange Shirt/Reconciliation Day.
@@chantelconrad4221 awww thank you! I’m thrilled if it was helpful / informative at all.
I'm so glad Maplelea finally made the hat for SAILA again. I've been waiting and waiting (should be here any day now). Now I have all of her clothes. Now I am hoping they would rerelease her dog.
@@buffmontana4203 I can’t wait for you try it on her and see it in person! It really surprised me.
I’ve wondered about her dog (among other animal friends) because the ones I have of theirs I LOVE
She’s very cute. She’s my favorite. “Happy Orange Day!”
@@rosyp71 she’s definitely the best doll they offer 🧡🧡🧡
I've owned my Saila doll for a long time now. She is pretty much my favourite!
@@susany.466 there’s something really special about her. I can see why she sneaks into so many collections.
Saila is such a beautiful doll! Thank you for sharing the meaning of the orange shirt.
@@labellavitabyBrookeS I’m glad you liked her! Sometimes it’s hard judging on first impressions because I haven’t bonded with her yet. But she’s so cute!
And I hope the explanation wasn’t too long. I tried to keep it short and palatable.
@@DisBlaine not too long at all. I think you struck the right balance. I’m from the US and was unfamiliar with the shirt and its meaning. I am interested in the books you mentioned. Thanks!
@@labellavitabyBrookeS as a Canadian I’ve been curious about the conversations Americans have regarding residential schools. The treatment of indigenous people is a hot topic in Canada. I stuck to the orange shirt day issues in this video, but the depravity goes so much deeper (even currently, not just historically)
Great video, I love Salia and I purchased one a year or so ago. Thank you for for providing the information on Reparations Day
@@shannonchristie-wickham8453 she’s a beautiful doll isn’t she?? Did you get her hat and mitts? I don’t love how the mitts fit but that hat!!
That looks like a really nice journal that comes with the doll
@@tluderman77 now that you mention it, maybe it’s too nice 😅 They can’t be cheap to produce, so maybe the dolls could be cheaper without it lol. But I’m sure it’s nice for collectors who love having so many details
@@DisBlaineMy Saila that I got in 2019 or 2020 came with a plastic, almost vinyl cover. I like yours better. It looks like really nice quality. Do read her journal. It gives so much info on her life.
Hey Dis! It’s me, Sqirl… love your new user picture! ❤
@@BmcC102 awww yay I’m so glad you noticed 🥳🧡
I just scored a gorgeous 6’x5’ dollhouse loaded with everything in every room (plus a fold out wardrobe stuffed with clothes and shoes) for my grandkids’ playroom here at my house. Now I need to decide on 18” dolls. So I’m rewatching your videos lols! I intend to get them second hand, mostly, and I’m in the GTA, so everything is available on Marketplace. I haven’t handled any dolls, excepting My Life which I’ve ruled out. I’d love to know your recommendations for what will be “played with” dolls. I like American Girl, but are they really worth the price? I almost like OG more, and are Maplelea dolls as ugly as they look online? lol. Even the one you opened today doesn’t really compare to the one in white. Or maybe I’m just blown away by the outfit on her? The clothes you opened were impressive. Loved this upload. The indigenous dolls are stunning.
@@alijane6675 oh that’ll be a lot of fun!
Hmmm if you don’t like Saila, Maplelea probably isn’t for you. She’s the best they have to offer tbh.
You can find used American girls in a wide range of prices. If they’re the ones you’re “used to”, yes I’d say they’re worth it. They had to grow on me but I do feel a certain charm from them I don’t see with other 18” dolls.
@@alijane6675 oh and join Facebook groups. There are always dolls for sale there!
The Saila doll looks different she is the only one i wanted. I may actually get her on their next sale. I wanted her to add to my collection of Kaya dolls. The outfits are really nice. I wish I had ordered before but i really wait for a sale now.
@@nailahvenable7989 her entire collection is wonderful! But it was too expensive to grab all at once, so maybe I’ll wait for a sale too to catch the rest.
I dont know where my first comment went awh man, that sucks!!
Anyways, i really enjoyed this video . We have been celebrating over my side with my Saila also. Inuktituk and inuinnaqtun are the two indigenous language the Inuit people still speak today. 🌼🌈🧡🍁🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦
@@daisyskyheart sometimes comments will become invisible on here! Like I’ll see I have a comment I didn’t reply to, but there’s no notification or way to find it by scrolling through the comments - I have to select “newest”
Anyway lol!
It’s nice to hear others are observing the day with their dolls. I promise I knew the language when I was in school and I had read it on the ML site when I ordered-but my brain panicked when I was recording, so there’s no way I would’ve remembered. So embarrassing ugh!
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@DisBlaine thanks! Yeah, the little things that make us say 'uuugghhh' 🌼🌈🧡🤣
Great video! I learned a lot. Saila is super cute, and I love her outfits!
@@crystalbluepersuasion3897 I’m thrilled if what I said was easy to follow - I tend to jump around a lot when I tell stories 🥴
This was fun❤❤❤
@@patriciasdollydreamz6569 that’s good to hear! I was honestly worried this one might be too serious. 🥳
Hi Patricia, I see we both love to watch Blaine and his beautiful dolls . So cool eh . Nice to see you over here 😍🌼🌈🧡🙋🏻♀️
You mentioned Toronto. I spent a week there. The people are tremendous. The neighborhoods, restaurants, hotels, and cultures. I will definitely return. I should pack my Kirsten.
@@sandyrusek1761 yep Toronto is where I was born and raised. If you return are you bringing Kirsten? That’s so specific! 😅
Are you far from Toronto?
@DisBlaine I'm from Northwestern Illinois. I drove up there and it was a wonderful drive even in a Wrangler, set for off road. Lifted and big tires.
Huge respect. Thank you.
@@alijane6675 awww thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🧡🧡🧡
I’m going to place a Maplelea order soon, and I’m so excited! I really want Brianne’s meet outfit, but can’t bring myself to buy the doll to get it.
@@ThoughtsArrive if you’re going by my scary Brianne doll, rest assured she’s old and faded and the new dolls don’t look like that. But if you don’t like the look of the new version either… maybe you could give her to a child? lol I won’t even do that to a kid with my Brianne. But she’s grown on me in a funny way anyhow
@@DisBlaine lol no, your doll didn’t scare me off. I think it’s exactly what you said in this video-the sculpts have so much detail that they can look like Marionettes, and I think Brianne is the worst offender of that. I just really love her meet outfit!
Saila is so pretty, she is on my wish list! Happy orange shirt day!🧡
@@sunflowershine5160 she took SO LONG to come back. I hope they really stocked up on her.
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Are the socks, boot liners? Thanks for reviewing. I have been admiring Saila for a while. Maplelea’s clothing and accessories look outstanding.
@@rebeccawood1993 they could be called that. The Maplelea site refers to them as embroidered felt socks. They’re more fleecy than felty.
@@DisBlaine Thank you. I was comparing to my Kamiks.
@@rebeccawood1993 is your lining more on the furry side? I think these are supposed to be duffle socks (but they’re fleece instead of wool because of the scale). They look like duffles at least.
I love the second outfit and the hat and mitts too and saila she is beautiful and her hair is so lovely also thank you for explaining about what orange day means it’s new to me can’t wait to get her ❤thanks for sharing you are wonderful ❤
@@nildajurado8423 is the second outfit the parka? Because I can’t wait to put her back in it when winter arrives. But I love her in her jewels outift for now
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@@DisBlaine yes the parka outfit me too can’t wait to put it on her
Hi I just ordered the doll the second outfit the hat and mitts and the orange tee shirt my birthday gift from me to me now can’t wait for it to arrive ❤I ordered before price goes up it was 208.00 for the 4 items from my birthday money thank you so much for the review ❤
@@nildajurado8423 is that $208 USD or CAD? I’m suprised it hasn’t gone up yet since the email said end of September. I assume your bday has passed, so happy belated 🥳
@@DisBlaine Canada money it was 154.22 American I think it’s great price for the 4 items
@@DisBlaine that’s why I ordered it today is end of September so tomorrow Oct 1st maybe goes up right
Yayyy! You got Saila! Congratulations Blaine 🙂
@@ellaella9230 I can’t believe I kept her in that shipping box for 2 weeks 😝🤣
@@DisBlaine 🤣🤣
Sorry I didn't like these one 😊
@@marylopezoficial1260 that’s okay! Maybe my next video won’t be so serious.
Hi, guys. Nice to see you! The doll is so much pretty
@@christopherwilliam9034 thank you!!
@@DisBlaine : Ok, dude. Behind the Labubu doll epidemic, I prefer to see this doll
Are you left handed?
@@Starcatcher355 haha yes, I mention it a lot but I assume you could tell when I opened the box?
@@DisBlaine yes lol
I learned so much today! Thank you for telling about Orange Shirt Day, I never knew any of it. I always look forward to your videos. thanks for taking the time to be so prepared and share your knowledge of so many things🩷
@@ledstoke oh wow, I’m glad I was the first to share it with you! I’ve talked about it before but only in fragments. I guess I was waiting for the actual day to get into it properly 🤓)
@@DisBlaine you talked about it in your last video so I googled it. It made me sad that it was as resent as 1996! Not just something that was going on “in the olden days”. You’re right, here in America we have our parts of history that are sad too. As always, I learn something new from you with each of your videos- thanks so much.
@@ledstoke exactly!! This feels like something that would’ve ended in our grandparents days-but it was going on right under our noses!!! 😶