Q: I am a retired nurse and I remember the original Barbie registered nurse outfit. I learned that a Barbie doll and the outfit had been reissued, but I didn’t know it at the time. Fortunately I found one on eBay. I was very pleased with it. There were a few listed, and prices varied considerably. I was wondering if you could comment on this?
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The doll world lost one of its brightest lights Oct. 14, 2020. At age 75, Dianna Effner lost her battle against cancer and passed away at her daughter’s home in Rolla, Missouri. An undeniable force in the collectible-dolls arena, Effner was a talented artist, successful businesswoman, and valued mentor.
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Since Madame Beatrice Alexander founded the Alexander Doll Company in 1923, the Madame Alexander name has been a force to be reckoned with in the world of dolls for children and collectors alike. Today, the company continues to follow in Madame Alexander’s footsteps in creating quality dolls, and makes that dedication clear in their 2021 catalogue:
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For 2021, Mattel’s Barbie designers are more committed than ever to creating dolls that mirror real-world collectors and their icons.
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Q: This version of Mattel’s Barbie doll really spoke to me on eBay. I had not heard of this doll and was very happy to have won her. I took her out of the box eventually, because the hair play factor was too hard to resist! I am sure as usual you have more information to tell me.
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Q: I just loved the television show “Julia” when it debuted in 1968 with the lovely Diahann Carroll. I found this doll at a show, and of course I bought it. I see from the tag that it is a reissue. What can you tell me about this wonderful doll?
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It’s JoJo Siwa’s world. We just live in it! The Nickelodeon and YouTube sensation advocates for...
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This year’s American Girl dolls feature new hair colors, accessories, and fashion styles....
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