Hidden Figure No More: Katherine Johnson doll honors American genius
The three dolls that Mattel unveiled as part of its Barbie Inspiring Women series represent a trio...
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Surreal World: Is Mattel getting real enough with Frida Kahlo Barbie?
Born more than 110 years ago (111, to be exact), Frida Kahlo has become more impressive and more...
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Up and Away: Amelia Earhart solos as Inspiring Women Barbie
Women do look for role models to inspire themselves and their daughters. With history being such a...
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She’s the Boss: Shero dolls of 2018 honor amazing women
Photos courtesy of Mattel My daughter’s summer camp ended today. It was a mini academy, held in...
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Dollhouse of Pain: Sharp Objects focuses on family filled with secrets
Photos Courtesy of Fox/HBO Gillian Flynn is probably one of the most well-known, least-known,...
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Droll Trolls: Judi Paul is on a troll roll with customized troll dolls
For many years now, Judi Paul has been known as the very talented artist behind Luxembears. Many...
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Universal Truths: Lynn Cartwright’s dolls are lifelike, cultural ambassadors
I was recently corresponding with Lynn Cartwright for an article in an upcoming issue of DOLLS...
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Revolutionary Diva: Barbie has patriotic power, fashion freedom
America is a young nation. Yes, we are 242 years old, as of July 4, 2018, but in the scope of...
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A New Chapter: Tonner, Effner bring Nancy Ann Storybook Dolls to life
It’s a testament to the versatility of Robert Tonner that the announcement of his company Phyn...
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Keeping Up with Kadira: Phyn and Aero debuts dolls to rival Kardashians
News of Phyn & Aero’s lastest offerings arrived in my mailbox in June, which is perfect...
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A Girl for All Time launches two new dolls to inspire, teach
The approach of summer often means people letting down their guard and wanting to pursue nothing...
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Show & Tell: Conventions let collectors get hands-on, meet creators
You may remember that old ad slogan, “You’ve got to be in it to win it!” It can be applied to many...
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The Real American Girls: Little Women dolls never go out of fashion
Ashton-Drake versions of the March family, the main characters of “Little Women” As...
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Reality Check: American Girl ensures your child doesn’t check out in summer
After weeks of blissfully blogging about Meghan Markle and her ascension to royalty, it’s nice to...
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Royal Wedding Is Over, Here Come the Meghan and Harry Dolls
True to their promise, and I never had a moment’s doubt, Ashton-Drake did unveil their portrait...
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Flower Girl Doll: Lottie Dolls salutes littlest Royal Wedding 2018 member
The United Kingdom’s doll company, Lottie Dolls, has always branded itself as a manufacturer of...
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Betting on Brains: Monica Reo’s newest doll salutes a gambling feminist
Getting a letter from Monica Reo is always a joyous occasion. My doll artist friend never takes a...
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Cinema Heaven: Christie’s Audrey Hepburn online auction is a doll delight
Born in Belgium May 4, 1929, Audrey Hepburn would be turning 89 years old, if she hadn’t departed...
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High-Flying Artist: Bo Bergemann creates The Greatest Showman dolls
Artist Bo Bergemann has made a temporary change to her location. Rather than residing year-round...
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Netflix’s New ‘Sabrina’ Is Poised for Dozens of Dolls
Netflix continues its domination of the so-called most desirable generations: the Millennials...
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