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 The little Barbie Micro minis have been busy preparing for America250. Starting with Memorial Day, the small plastic divas have been decorating with red white and blue, and now they are mostly wearing the same patriotic colors. Several of the 2026 micro minis are wearing different shades of blue, so more photos will be coming closer to July 4th   Their adorable and very patriotic house came from the Home Store.  This photo was taken at their Memorial Day shindig when someone forgot to write the article. But as you can see, the girls have really enjoyed their patriotic home and all the patriotic holidays so far! And they are really looking forward to Flag Day and a HUGE patriotic 4th of July for the semiquincentennial!!! Happy America250 ! It’s one month until July 4, 2026!!! Related: 2026 Barbie Micro Minis Now Out in Stores Barbie Talks 1: Barbie Doll Slogans Through the Years 1959-1999 Barbie Talks 2: Barbie Doll Slogans Through the Years 2000 - 2026 America250 Artic...

Happy 55th birthday, Barbie! I knew you when you were just a teenage fashion model and I was a nine-year-old girl. That's when I got my first Barbie doll, and I was so excited! She was the favorite toy of my childhood and preteens, and when she disappeared from the home place after my mother died, I mourned her like an old friend. She wasn't the elusive original #1 Barbie doll, but she was a beautiful blonde #4 Barbie, soon followed by Skipper, Ken, homely Midge as well as cousing Francie, Todd, Tutti and a host of other dolls. Barbie doll has been the subject of praise, an object of ridicule, and the center of controversy , but no matter how many issues adults try to blame on Barbie , most little girls still love her. Now the pink plastic princess, who was first sold in 1959, is turning 55! It seems like we just celebrated her 50th birthday , but that was back in 2009. Now the pink plastic princess has added another half decade. Click on this link to find out ...

FAO Schwarz celebrates 150th anniversary with dolls FAO Schwarz toy store has turned their 150th anniversary into a festival of dolls. Not only do they have a special display of Robert Tonner dolls up to observe the historic anniversary, but FAO has a new selection of anniversary dolls in various shapes and sizes to commemorate their first century and a half in the toy business. We have already mentioned the cute FAO Schwarz 150th Anniversary Barbie Soldier Doll but there are more FAO dolls worth noting Article at: FAO Schwarz celebrates 150th anniversary with dolls - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

A salute to the FAO Schwarz 150th Anniversary Barbie Soldier Doll The oldest toy store in the US as well as the most famous is FAO Schwarz, which was founded in 1862. Now the world-renowned top store is celebrating its 150th anniversary with the FAO Schwarz 150th Anniversary Barbie Soldier Doll. Article: A salute to the FAO Schwarz 150th Anniversary Barbie Soldier Doll - National Barbie Collecting Examiner

Robert Tonner dolls featured in special display at FAO Schwarz FAO Schwarz featured a special display of Robert Tonner dolls this month for Fashion Week in conjunction with FAO's 150th Anniversary. The exhibit called “A Fashionable Collection of Tonner Dolls,” will run through October 16 and can be viewed online at FAO.com. Items from the exhibit will also be featured on the company’s timeline at Facebook.com/FAO. Article at: Robert Tonner dolls featured in special display at FAO Schwarz - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

Plantation Belles past club dolls Belle Meade Plantation Belles Barbie Doll Club celebrates 15th anniversary Founded in 1997, the Belle Meade Plantation Belles Barbie Doll Club and their guests celebrated the doll collectors club 15th anniversary on September 6 at Shoney's in Bellevue. Tables were full of dolls, door prizes, and goodies. All guests and members received a free Barbie Basics doll for attending. Read all about it! Belle Meade Plantation Belles Barbie Doll Club celebrates 15th anniversary - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner. Also see: Belle Meade Plantation Belles Barbie Doll Club to celebrate 15 years - Nashville doll collecting Examiner

Belle Meade Plantation Belles Barbie Doll Club to celebrate 15 years The Belle Meade Plantation Belles Barbie Doll Club was founded in September 1997. This month the club celebrates its 15th anniversary with a special meeting on Thursday, September 6 at 7 p.m. at Shoneys in Bellevue. Members received special club dolls for 2012 at their January meeting , but more goodies will be on hand at the September meeting. Details at: Belle Meade Plantation Belles Barbie Doll Club to celebrate 15 years - Nashville Doll Collecting Examiner

, 15th anniversary of Pink Anger: Barbie fans vs. Mattel The Barbie doll reached the height of its collectibility in 1997 with even new dolls commanding staggering prices on the secondary market . In 1997, Barbie was responsible for 80% of sales in the doll segment of the billion dollar toy market. Read about one of the factors that caused a drop in popularity and sales for Barbie. Article at: 15th anniversary of Pink Anger: Barbie fans vs. Mattel - National Barbie Collecting Examiner

Then & Now Barbie Doll now at T.J. Maxx stores in Nashville Friday, April 9th, 2010 Then & Now 1959 - 2009 Bathing Suit Barbie Doll The 50th anniversary Then & Now 1959 - 2009 Bathing Suit Barbie doll which was issued last year for Barbie's 50th anniversary is now on sale at T. J. Maxx for $9.99 and on Amazon for $4.99 - $12.99. ...