Curious Collector: 1965 Madame Alexander Yolanda Bride
Q: Recently I was lucky enough to be able to purchase this outstanding Madame Alexander doll in a beautiful open-face box.
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A Ginny Doll Journey: Some Dolls Are Always in Vogue
Sheila Singer is a club administrator for A Ginny Doll Journey. She provided answers to a series of questions about the Facebook group, which is comprised of members who share an interest in Vogue Ginny dolls.
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Pink Heels of the Central Carolina Fashion Doll Club: Collectors Join From Near and Far
In-person and virtual doll clubs provide an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals.
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DOLLS August/September 2025
The August/September 2025 issue of DOLLS is 48 full-color pages and presents this year’s Dolls Awards of Excellence Public’s Choice nominees and ballot. It also includes articles featuring Bardo Research BJDs, Antonio Realli Couture, Eileen Rudisill Miller’s paper dolls, and more!
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Collector Corner: April 2025
Dolls throughout history have evolved in appearance and composition to reflect the trends of the...
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Antique Q&A: German Patent Washable
Q: I picked up this doll at a house sale. I usually buy bisque dolls, so I don’t know much about this one except that she’s old.
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Curious Collector: 1965 Mattel Barbie’s Best Friend Midge
My older sister was a huge Barbie collector during the 1960s. Recently we had to clean out our parents’ house, and we found my sister’s Barbie collection.
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Antique Q&A: Where to Start?
I’m not sure what to buy or what to look for. Can you give me some suggestions or guidelines?
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Collector Corner May/June 2025
Rain or shine, collectors photographed their dolls enjoying the spring season and took the opportunity to share the captured moments with DOLLS.
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2025 Dolls Awards of Excellence Industry’s Choice Winners
The Industry’s Choice winners in this year’s Dolls Awards of Excellence competition have been selected based on ratings assigned by more than 60 professionals from all facets of the doll industry.
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Depths of Creativity: Aline Ogura’s BJDs Represent Therapeutic Artistry
Aline Ogura’s “Porcelain Pearls” present vividly ethereal porcelain characters that are simultaneously magnetic and mysterious.
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Curious Collector: Barbie Fashion Luncheon Sample
Fashion Luncheon Barbie sample. Q: I acquired this Mattel sample of a popular 1966 Barbie fashion...
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Curious Collector: Madame Alexander Plastic/Vinyl Cinderella, 1967-1992
Q: Recently, I found this 14-inch Cinderella doll that my grandmother had given me sometime in the early 1970s
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Weaving Together Antique Dolls and Paper Dolls
I’ve collected dolls all my life and recently discovered connections between my antique dolls and some paper ones.
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Unmistakably YouplaDolls
YouplaDolls stand out for their unique style, diversity, and French flair—essentials for designer Marie Lemmet.
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Arranbee’s Nancy Lee and Nanette: Lovely 1950s Hard-Plastic Dolls
expensive clothing was the most beautiful doll I had ever seen.
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DOLLS Magazine July 2025
The July 2025 issue of DOLLS is 48 full-color pages. As the annual Debut of Dolls collector’s edition, it features an exciting mixture of new and classic dolls and accessories.
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Curious Collector: 1960s Alexander Wendy and Bill
Q: I bought this amazing set of 8-inch Madame Alexander dolls at auction. They are all hard plastic, bent-knee walkers with sleep eyes and glued-on wigs.
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Curious Collector: Jody Abrams Doll
Q: I recently acquired this doll from a friend who said she was by the artist Jody Abrams. What can you tell me about this doll?
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Crystallizations of Childhood: Sarah Korstange’s Artful Dolls Capture Innocence
When Sarah Korstange’s daughter later became obsessed with reborn dolls she decided to try making them herself.
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