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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Author: DOLLS Magazine Staff
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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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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Curious Collector: Mattel Buffy and Mrs. Beasley
Q: I found this adorable doll of the little girl who was Buffy on the hit television show “Family Affair.”
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Curious Collector: American Character Tressy
Q: A dear friend gave me this American Character Tressy doll, mint and complete. Can you tell me more about this doll?
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Following Her Art: Moppiedoll Designer Celebrates a Successful Career Transition
Jessica de Geus’ doll-design journey began with a life-changing question that inspired Moppiedoll, her beloved line of quirky collectibles.
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Tales To Tell: Lesley Duthie Conjures Up Fantasy Dolls
Lesley Duthie, who creates a variety of unique porcelain characters, responded to questions from DOLLS. Take a look at her responses.
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Curious Collector: Madame Alexander Carmen
Q: I received a phone call from a friend who was selling some of her childhood dolls and a few of her mother’s dolls, as well.
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DOLLS Magazine May/June 2025
The May/June 2025 issue of DOLLS is 48 full-color pages. With an emphasis on baby and child dolls, it highlights Jennie Lee (Weebabies Nursery), Natalie Scholl, Anna Sheva, and Maria Asenova (Marias Nature Toys). Also featured are Marie Lemmet (YouplaDolls), Ankie Daanen, Nina Gasparyan (Odd Princess), and Arranbee’s vintage Nancy Lee and Nanette dolls.
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Bundles of Joy: Caitlin Salinas Designs Therapeutic Dolls
Check out our Q&A with Caitlin Salinas, the owner and designer of Comfort Cuties. Her adorable baby dolls are made to be cuddled.
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