Dynamic Duo
You may sometimes ask yourself “Why hasn’t DOLLS written about this artist or that one?” In the...
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Circle of Love
Probably few people ever experience the spectrum of emotions on both sides of the adoption process...
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Charmed, I’m Sure: Charisma Brands remains true to its doll ideals
The term charisma implies a certain magnetic charm or appeal, which is exactly how many doll...
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Valentines for the Doll Collector
Cupid, hearts and flowers, doves and rings are all symbols of love associated with valentines....
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On the Doll Trail: All Points North
Just off New Jersey’s suburban Route 202, about an hour north of Philadelphia and past roadside...
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“My First” Barbie
The “‘My First’” Barbie appeared on the doll scene in 1980 or 1981. Her box has the 1980...
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Tonner Doll Co. Transforms Harry Potter
In the magical world created by author J.K. Rowling, wizards and witches have several ways to...
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The Fashions of Madame Alexander
Just hearing the name of Madame Alexander brings immediate images into the thoughts of doll...
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Edith, Encore
Dolls are rarely in the limelight in my upper West Side neighborhood of Manhattan. So I literally...
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It Pays to Advertise
Barbie, America’s best-selling doll, is also the nation’s best-selling advertising doll as well,...
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There She Is…Miss America!
In my 25 years of doll collecting, I continue to be inspired and fascinated by the way other...
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Living the Life of Riley
Anyone who thinks bigger is better obviously is not familiar with the work of Helen Kish. The doll...
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R. John Wright, The Art of Toys
The authorized history of R. John Wright Dolls, this new book is the definitive full-color...
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Dressed For Summer Fun
The 1950s were nostalgic times of peace and tranquility in America. World War II and the Korean...
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Sitting Pretty With Tiny Kitty
Good things come in small packages. Less is more. We’re all familiar with the clichés that teach...
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Ninay, The First Filipino Doll
Patis Tesoro is well known in the Philippines for her indigenous fashion designs, and more...
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Hildegard Günzel Reminisces on a Lifetime of Achievement
It was the 1970s,” Hildegard Günzel reminisces, “and I was determined that my oldest son, Kai,...
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Robert Tonner: The Collector’s Couturier
In the real world, fashion isn’t always fun. Upscale stores and boutiques are filled with...
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Come On Get Happy!
As spring approaches, we look forward to certain absolutes–short sleeves, flowers blooming,...
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