Fashion Dolls 101

Merry Christmas 2013, Doll Collectors!   Happy Christmas 2013 from the Holiday Barbie dolls For Christmas, a few of the older Happy Holiday Barbie dolls from 1991, 1992 and 1993 got together with the 1998 Holiday Barbie and a few other friends to celebrate Christmas 2013 as well as the 25th anniversary of Holiday... Continue Moxie Teenz dolls deck the halls While some may think it a bit early, the Moxie Teenz dolls are already decorating for Christmas! After seeing the abundance of holiday decor loading the shelves of all their favorite stores, Melrose decided to buy a blue tinsel Christmas... Continue    Holiday Barbie 2013 -- 25th year anniversary of a Christmas classic Barbie doll i

Holiday Barbie 2013 -- 25th year anniversary of a Christmas classic Barbie doll is still the undisputed most popular doll in the world, and perhaps the most popular Barbie series has been the annual Holiday Barbie. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Holiday Barbie doll as she celebrates Christmas in her silver anniversary gown. Read more: Holiday Barbie 2013 -- 25th year anniversary of a Christmas classic - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

2013 Holiday Barbie Doll celebrates 25 years of Christmas Barbies A wintry world of silvery snowflakes, family and friends await Barbie this holiday season as she celebrates Christmas in her silver 25th  anniversary gown. Article at: 2013 Holiday Barbie Doll celebrates 25 years of Christmas Barbies - National Barbie Collecting Examiner

It's Cyber Monday today -- the day set aside to do your holiday shopping online from the comfort of your home or office! I am hoping you will consider shopping Cyber Kathryn today for all your holiday needs! Here is my Cyber Monday Sales List for your shopping convenience. Dolls: Liv Doll Katie Tagged Christmas Green Hoodie Jacket Hood Fits Barbie Jenny Etc | eBay http://ow.ly/rno9p MGA Bratz Let's Talk Cloe 10th Anniversary Boxed Talking Doll 11 5 inch VHTF |eBay http://ow.ly/rnCDX MGA Bratz Let's Talk Cloe 10th Anniversary NUDE Talking Doll 11 5 inch VHTF http://ow.ly/rnDQ9 Barbie Basics Doll Model 7 Collection 3 Orange Swimsuit etc Model Muse | eBay http://ow.ly/rnvNM Barbie Basics Accessories Look1 Orange Beach Set Silkstones ModelMuse | eBay http://ow.ly/rntn3 1995 Mattel Songbird Barbie Doll with Bluebird Sparkling Blue Gown | eBay http://ow.ly/rnvZS 1995 Mattel Songbird Teresa Barbie Doll w Songbird Sparkling Purple Gown | eBay http://ow.l

  Dia de los Muertos dolls and figures invade Cheekwood The hispanic Dia de los Muertos festival returned to Cheekwood's beautiful grounds for its 14th year on Sat., Nov. 2 bringing Mexican and Aztec dancers, Mariachis and a variety of other Latin music forms, arts, crafts, food and dolls for visitors to enjoy. Article at: Dia de los Muertos dolls and figures invade Cheekwood - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

THIS IS NOT A TOY: An Exploration of Urban Vinyl  as Design and Art Form Pharrell Williams Guest Curates First Large-Scale Designer Toy Exhibition  at the Design Exchange Photo Credit: Terry Richardson On February 7 th , 2014 , Canada's Design Museum, the Design Exchange (DX) launches the world's first ever large-scale exhibition dedicated to urban vinyl as contemporary art. On display until May 18 th 2014 , visitors dive headfirst into the realm of designer "toys" as the Exhibition Hall is transformed into a life-size dream world, filled with figurines ranging from tiny trinkets to enormous free-standing pieces. World-renowned international works, including some from the collaborations and personal collection of singer, songwriter and producer Pharrell Williams , beg for examination and exploration. "Pharrell personifies this century's renaissance man. His influence on music, fashion, design and contemporary art is profound. From p

  Happy Halloween from the Moxie Teenz dolls Halloween is here and the Moxie Teenz dolls and their friend Pauline Pumpkin are decked out for a Halloween party in their favorite spooktacular ensembles. Details & photos at: Happy Halloween from the Moxie Teenz dolls - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

  Moxie Teenz dolls go to a Harvest Ball  The Moxie Teenz dolls know how to enjoy life and that each season is special in its own way, but they particularly love the colors, cooler weather and events that autumn brings. Now Tristan, Bijou, Arizona, Leigh, Melrose and Gavin are looking forward to October parties including Halloween and the formal Harvest Ball. The Moxie Teenz dolls are fabulously festive for fall dressed in sequins, satin and silk. Continued: Moxie Teenz dolls go to a Harvest Ball - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

Toys 'R' Us announces the 2013 Holiday Hot Toy List Toys "R" Us has just announced their 2013 Holiday Hot Toy List, so if the young one in your home has not told you what he or she wants, the chances are good it's on this definitive list. Read more: Toys 'R' Us announces the 2013 Holiday Hot Toy List - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner Ask me how you can doll yourself up with amazing clinical skincare products and start your way to clearer, healthier skin today! Join me on  Facebook  or email skin_and_health@yahoo.com  for more info! I would love to help you have the best skin of your life!!

Famke Janssen spooked by 'The Lonely (Lenci) Doll' book Famke Janssen has appeared in her share of supernatural movies playing somewhat spooky characters such as Jean Grey/Phoenix in the "X-Men" film series and the wicked witch Muriel in "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters." However, Janssen was recently spooked by a children's book called "The Lonely Doll. " Continued at: Famke Janssen spooked by 'The Lonely (Lenci) Doll' book (Video) - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

  A Gene for Every Holiday Every day's a holiday for Gene Marshall dolls Gene Marshall is back and she's better than ever, at least her wardrobe is! The Every Day's A Holiday Gene Convention took place in Kansas City, Missouri, Aug. 22-25th, 2013, and by Aug. 28, several of the fashions were on display for local doll lovers to enjoy in Nashville at Demos' Restaurant. Article at: Every day's a holiday for Gene Marshall dolls - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

  Betsy McCall & Madeline Dolls Doll Collecting 101: What are Betsy McCall dolls? McCall's magazine had a noteworthy and long run from the late 1800s until personality Rosie O'Donnell became editorial director, renamed the magazine after herself and ceased publication in 2002 when she couldn't totally remake the magazine in her own image. But prior to the magazine's ruin, it had became one of the most popular magazines in the world by the 1960s. One of the most beloved aspects of McCall's magazine was Betsy McCall, a paper doll that first appeared in the magazine in May of 1951. Continue at: Doll Collecting 101: What are Betsy McCall dolls? - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

Moxie Teenz dolls go hiking for health The Moxie Teenz dolls know who they are and they’ve got a style that shows it. With an eye for fashion, beauty and the latest trends, the Moxie Teenz know that exercise, eating right, getting enough water and sleep, and using good skin care products are important to anyone's style.   Article at: Moxie Teenz dolls go hiking for health - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

  Stardoll outfits fit Barbie, Liv, Moxie Teenz, other dolls Recently the Mattel Stardoll outfits were marked down at Toys R Us and other stores. Closely related to the Barbie doll , it may come as no surprise that the clothes fit the pink plastic princess, but it was a nice surprise to discover the shoes fit the Moxie Teenz dolls that can be hard to find footwear for. More at:  Stardoll outfits fit Barbie, Liv, Moxie Teenz, other dolls - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

  University Cheerleaders dolls by Best Pals, 2002 with UT Vols doll In 1996, Mattel came out with a line of college cheerleader Barbie dolls with uniforms that matched their real-life counterparts. Six years later, Best Pals, Inc. issues their own line of somewhat smaller cheerleader dolls wearing licensed "Real Authentic Gear" from seven U.S. universities including  Tennessee's own UT Vols cheerleader. Continued: University Cheerleaders dolls by Best Pals, 2002 with UT doll - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

Doll Collecting 101: What are Madeline dolls?   The Madeline dolls are based upon a 1938 children's book written by Ludwig Bemelmans about a little girl who attends a Catholic boarding school in Paris, France. In 1996, the Eden Toys company was granted the rights to create Madeline dolls based upon the books. Continue:  Doll Collecting 101: What are Madeline dolls? - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

Back to school with Moxie Teenz dolls Nashville schools started back in session on Aug. 1 and high schools and colleges across the country are gearing up for the school year. The Moxie Teenz dolls are enjoying the opportunity to hang out with their friends wearing the latest trendy fashions. Continue: Back to school with Moxie Teenz dolls - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

  Cherry Merry Muffin dolls from Mattel--a look back Show do not change Contact Email Contact Email2 Contact Url Subscribe to Blog Remember my Info Cherry Merry Muffin dolls were made by Mattel between 1988 and 1990. These cute little dolls were apparently Mattel's answer to the popular Strawberry Shortcake dolls. They came with two different facial expressions and in a variety of hair colors and costumes... Sweet Scents on L; Cherry Merry Muffin on R This Cherry Merry Muffin doll is available on eBay. Read more: Cherry Merry Muffin dolls from Mattel--a look back - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

Body swapping Liv and Jackie Evancho dolls I am a big fan of both Liv dolls and Moxie Teenz dolls, so I am now making hybrid "Moxie Liv" dolls. Here's the scoop! Recently, as I reported in " Jackie Evancho: the little doll with the big voice, " the 14" fashion dolls went on clearance at Toys R Us. These dolls look a lot like the Moxie Teenz dolls in the body. In fact, the Evancho dolls and the Moxie Teenz dolls can exchange clothes , accessories, even shoes. However, the cute, smiling face of little Jackie Evancho just does not display well with the more sophisticated Moxie Teenz dolls. In the face, the Liv doll s are similar to the Mozie Teenz dolls . The heads are close enough in size to where the Liv World dolls and the Moxie Teenz dolls can exchange wigs. The Liv dolls also feature inset glass eyes like the Moxie Teenz. However, Liv dolls are about 2 inches shorter with smaller torso dimensions. Until now... Taking the clearance Jackie

  Jackie Evancho: the little doll with the big voice The Jackie Evancho Collectors Edition doll also known as "Jackie Evancho--When You Wish Upon a Star" was released in 2011 from JE Touring, Inc. under license from Bravado Merchandising. The doll has button on her stomach that plays a couple of lines of Jackie singing the "When You Wish Upon a Star" song. Read More: Jackie Evancho: the little doll with the big voice - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

Laiko Real Teen Dolls a little-known 1990s fashion doll Laiko International Co., Inc. was based in City of Industry, CA when it made its line of "Real Teen" fashion dolls in the 1990s . At the time, the website for the Laiko dolls was realteen-dolls.com. The website described their 14-inch Limited Edition Teen Doll as "young, pretty and...always dressed trendy (with) beautiful, long and silky hair." The dolls came with different hair color, fashions and face paint, and some I have seen had stars painted in their eyes. They had big eyes, big grins and dimples. Fashions included plenty of shorts sets as well as some dresses with socks and boots for footwear. The Laiko dolls are a little over 14 inches tall and stamped on the back of the torso and back of the head with 1993 Laiko International Co., Inc China. Find it on eBay  Find out more: Laiko Real Teen Dolls a little-known 1990s fashion doll - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

Moxie Teenz wigs on clearance at Toys R Us The cute and colorful interchangeable Moxie Teenz dolls wigs have gone on clearance at Toys R Us. Regularly $4.99, these wigs are now only $2.98 each.  Read more at: Moxie Teenz wigs on clearance at Toys R Us - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner Ask me how you can doll yourself up with amazing clinical skincare products and start your way to clearer, healthier skin today! Join me on  Facebook  or email skin_and_health@yahoo.com  for more info! I would love to help you have the best skin of your life!!

  Beverly Hillbillies Elly May Clampett Barbie Doll Vintage Face | eBay  The 2010 Beverly Hillbillies Elly May Barbie doll is one of the prettiest Barbie dolls produced by Mattel for her vintage face mold and elaborately touseled blonde curls. Dressed in blue checked shirt and jeans, Elly May carries her trademark slingshot. The doll became infamous when actress Donna Douglas sued Mattel over her likeness being used on the box without her permission. Buy the doll on  eBay Find out more at: Donna Douglas sues Mattel over "The Beverly Hillbillies" Elly May Barbie doll (Photos) Elly May Aims Her Slingshot at Mattel - Donna Douglas, the actress who played Elly May Clampett on the popular 1960s television series "The Beverly Hillbillies" is suing Mattel Inc.. Douglas claims Mattel used her likeness without her permission...

  Superman Man of Steel Comic Books, Posters, Toys & Dolls A few weeks before "Superman: Man of Steel " with Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe and Kevin Costner came out in theaters, action figures, toys, movie posters, special edition comic books, costumes, trading cards and a variety of other movie merchandise began to appear in stores and online. More at: Superman Man of Steel Comic Books, Posters, Toys & Dolls Ad: DC Collectibles Justice League: The New 52: Superman Action Figure

Pale Pink White Tiered Lace Skirt for Moxie Teenz Marley Gene Tyler Dolls | eBay  Brand-New Layered Lace Skirt with three tiers in pale pink & white from All Dolled Up Find it here: Pale Pink White Tiered Lace Skirt for Dolls | eBay

Barbie Basics Collection accessories fun for collectors The Barbie Basics line has been one of Mattel's most successful series in recent years. In 2011, Mattel issued a set of accessory packs to go with the Barbie Basics Collection swimsuit line of dolls. The packs came in colors that coordinated with the Barbie Basics dolls and their swimsuits. UPC: 746775046941 Find the auction on ebay : Barbie Basics Accessories Look 1 Orange Gold Beach Set Fits Liv Silkstones | eBay   Read the full description at: Barbie Basics Collection accessories fun for collectors - National Barbie Collecting Examiner