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  • Collecting Barbie Dolls--A Profitable Hobby  By : John Mowatt
    Barbie dolls are collected by thousands of avid collectors around the world. The first Barbie made in 1959 is worth a great deal of money in excellent condition. Later editions can be worth large sums also if you know what to look for. We show you where to find collectible Barbies and accessories at the lowest prices.
  • Barbie Dolls--History Of A Phenomenon  By : John Mowatt
    The first Barbie doll was introduced by Mattel in 1959. Barbie dolls went on to become one of the greatest toy manufacturing successes ever. Barbie was invented by Ruth Handler who adapted her from an earlier German doll called Lilli. She was named after Ruth's daughter Barbara. She was the first mass produced adult styled doll and was an instant success.
  • Collect Early Barbie Dolls--Make money  By : John Mowatt
    Collectible Barbie dolls from the late 50's and early 60's can still be found. Here is what to look for in early Barbies. Collectors look for certain things and value the doll accordingly. There is a place where you can find many early Barbies.For as little as $1 and up you will find all kinds of Barbie dollas and accessories listed for sale.
  • Barbie Dolls--10 Facts About Barbie Doll Collecting  By : John Mowatt
    10 interesting facts about Barbie dolls--the world's most popular doll ever. How she began,her careers,her clothing,her friends. She is more popular than ever and will be 50 years old in 2009. Where will she go from here?
  • Collectible Dolls Combine Passion and Nostalgia  By : Chris Robertson
    Every woman can think back to her childhood and reminisce about her favorite baby dolls. Perhaps her most treasured dolls were popular dolls with ever-changing outfits and accessories, dolls that had long tresses that could be brushed, or collectible porcelain dolls handed down for generations and displayed in a special case or on a special shelf.
  • Bobble head wins the heart by its unique quality.  By : Ron Edwards
    The bobble head is a type toy, the head of which bobbles or wobbles with the help of the spring connected to the body of the toy. The bobble head came into existence in Germany, where it was initially called Nodders.
  • Bratz Games Online  By : Stephanie Bailey
    You might even discover that playing with Bratz online inspires you to play with your regular Bratz doll as well.
  • How to Take Care of Collectible Dolls  By : Ted Roberson
    Collectible dolls--they can be objects of devotion, recipients of emotions, triggers of wonderful memories, beauties to behold, and sometimes a handful of cash when they are sold. But you wouldn't want to caress a dust-laden collectible doll with tattered clothes if it looks like a bugaboo from a previous century.
  • Dollhouse - A Miniature House In Your House  By : Brooke Hayles
    If you are just becoming involved with dollhouses, it is necessary to keep in mind that they can be customized or personalized to meet your specific preferences. Some interesting designs can evolve if you let your imagination run wild and plan and design everything in the way you want them to be.
  • An Introduction to Buying an Antique Doll  By : April Kerr
    It could be said that the best time for the production of dolls was between 1840 and 1850. This is largely because a great amount of work and pride was used when making these dolls. Every little detail is crafted and thought about from details like hand painting the eyes to riveting the cloth or leather bodies.
  • Collecting Barbie Dolls--Make Money While You Play  By : John Mowatt
    Barbie was first made in 1959 by Mattel and millions have been
    sold all over the globe since then. Barbies official birthday is
    March 9th 1959 which is when she was shown at the New York toy
    Fair.
  • Building A Dollhouse From A Kit  By : Jayne Cremasco
    Creating your own dollhouse from a kit, should be a rewarding, and satisfying hobby. With the precision quality of today’s die cut dollhouse kits, pretty much anyone who can read and follow instructions, can create their own heirloom.
  • Little Girls and Their Dolls  By : Jayne Cremasco
    I have had people say to me...Little girls just don’t play with dolls any more. My response... Have you encouraged her, or played with her?
  • Have a Doll to Sell?  By : Jayne Cremasco
    Have you decided to thin out your doll collection, or perhaps you have inherited an antique doll from a family member that you wish to liquidate. What ever the reason, many people really do not know where to start, or how to get the best price for an unwanted doll.
  • How To Choose the Right Doll House for you  By : Jayne Cremasco
    A doll house, if created and finished with care can very well become a family heirloom. With this in mind, you should not rush into the purchase, but should take your time and look at different available models carefully before deciding on the right house for you.
  • What Finish to Choose for the Walls in Your Doll House  By : Jayne Cremasco
    There is really no difference in choosing how to finish the inside walls of your doll house, to choosing how you would finish the inside walls of your own home!
  • German Antique Dolls - A bit of History.  By : Jayne Cremasco
    From the 1840’s through until the early 1920’s, some of the most beautiful dolls ever created, were produced in Germany .
  • Doll Collecting Changes and Trends  By : Jayne Cremasco
    The past 30 years have seen tremendous changes in the collectible doll industry. Until that time, collectors only had antique dolls, or newer children's dolls to add to their collections. As there were relatively few "new collectibles" to purchase, the market on these "played with dolls" and antiques was vibrant and exciting.
  • What Determines Antique Doll Values  By : Jayne Cremasco
    There are many factors in determining the value of an antique doll. I will try to cover some of the most important basics in this article.
  • Barbie Doll Fun Facts - A Trip Through Time  By : Terry Edwards
    Since 1959, Mattel's Barbie doll has been a smash hit with little girls around the world. Barbie has certainly seen it all over the years. Here are just a few facts to see if you can remember some of the more important moments in the life of Barbie.
  • Madame Alexander Doll - Scarlett  By : Joyce Boulan
    One of my favorite vintage Madame Alexander dolls is Scarlett. December 1939 was the debut of the new line of Madame Alexander composition Scarlett O’Hara dolls. These exquisite dolls were the first creations to portray the beauty and intrigue of our favorite Southern Belle.
  • Fun and Profit Collecting Barbies  By : Steve Dolan
    One of the most popular collector's items is dolls. Collectible dolls can range from antique dolls to modern collectible dolls. If you are interested in collecting dolls, it would be a good idea to focus on a particular type of collectible doll. Barbies would be a good choice.
  • Caring for Porcelain Dolls  By : Joshua Jay
    How to select, care for and preserve collectible porcelin dolls. Exceptional ones, as in any collectible arena, may be hard to find, but there are plenty of beautiful specimens for any collector.
  • Collectible Porcelain Dolls and the Collectible Antique Doll  By : Michael Seville
    Collectible Dolls are wonderful items for children and adults alike. Collectible porcelain dolls are very delicate with unique features and carefully designed details. Many collectible antique dolls come in all shapes and sizes with some, like a frozen china doll, being less than two inches tall.




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