Russian nesting dolls, or the matryoshka doll, refers to a very particular type of dolls where identical wooden dolls decreasing in size are made so they fit inside each other. The first set was carved by Vasily Zvyozdochkin in 1890. Traditionally, the outermost doll is a woman who is dressed in a peasant jumper… Read more »
A Brief History of the Teddy Bear
The name “Teddy Bear” comes from the former president Theodore Roosevelt, who was commonly called “Teddy” by others. That started in a bear hunting trip in Mississippi in 1902. Roosevelt was invited by Andrew Longio, the Mississippi governor at the time. A couple of the other men he was with had cornered, clubbed and… Read more »
11 Fun Facts You Might Not Know About Barbie
Arguably the most iconic doll of all time, Barbie, is turning 55 this Sunday, March 9th. Girls have been jealous of her just about her entire life, but more so now – she doesn’t look a day over 18. While there’s been a lot of criticism about Barbie’s roll in society and she’s no stranger… Read more »
A Doll Lover’s Christmas – Great Presents for Doll Collectors
The season of giving is rushing towards us and soon many of us will be on the hunt for the perfect gifts for our friends and loved ones. Gift giving becomes easier and more fun when you get to know someone’s passions and interests; collectors of all kinds appreciate gifts related to their prized collections…. Read more »
Happy Doll-oween: The Scariest Horror Movie Dolls Ever
Over the decades, dolls have played a huge role in the movie industry; from fun fantasy-type stories, to iconic dolls, like the infamous Chucky, the killer doll from the movie series Child’s Play. Chucky has such a real personality and affect on movie-goers that many people still fear the Chucky doll, even into adulthood! There… Read more »
The Positive Role That Dolls Play in Children’s Lives
Toys can play a positive role in children’s lives. Through play, children learn to be social, to play well by themselves, and use their imagination in productive ways. There have always been dolls throughout the centuries that represent positive images for children. Dolls like Barbie, have changed positively over the years, to fit the needs… Read more »
Halloween for Your Dolls
October means more than pumpkin spice lattes and dressing in layers, it is also the month of one of the more fun holidays – Halloween! Dressing up for the Halloween holiday is something that girls look forward to at all ages. It allows you to play dress-up with your friends and many more girls across… Read more »
Top 10 Doll Brands
For thousands of years, dolls have delighted the population. There are hundreds of doll brands to choose from when collecting. As one of the most precious heirlooms to pass down to younger generations, doll collections and not special just for their monetary value, but for their sentimental worth. Below you’ll find a list of the… Read more »
The History of Dollhouses
Dolls are a widely valued item within both the older and younger generations. Whether you have a passion for collecting or playing with them, dolls have and will continue to play an important role in many people’s lives. Just as precious as the dolls themselves are, their houses are just as exquisite. There are two… Read more »
Top Reasons to Join a Doll Club
To the average person, a vintage Barbie, Ashton Drake or Shirley Temple doll might just be another doll, but to a collector they are a treasure. For avid doll collectors, there’s a unique passion for acquiring new additions to a budding collection of timeless and classic dolls. To share this passion, you can join a… Read more »
