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Antique Q&A: Simon & Halbig Bisque

By Jan Foulke; Photos courtesy of the Foulke Archives Q: I inherited some antique dolls from my grandmother. For most of them she had an identification card attached; however, there was no tag on this...

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Collector Corner: March 2025

Dolls often become intertwined with cherished memories, and some collectors share personal stories and photos of their beloved dolls. The post Collector Corner: March 2025 appeared first on DOLLS...

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A Flare for the Fantastic

When asked what she makes, Utah-based artist Sarah B. Seiter finds it challenging to describe her ball-jointed dolls with words. The post A Flare for the Fantastic appeared first on DOLLS magazine |...

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Antique Q&A: Kamkins Doll

Q: My grandmother has a doll that she said was purchased on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, N.J., for her mother in the 1920s. The post Antique Q&A: Kamkins Doll appeared first on DOLLS magazine |...

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Expressive Beauties: Patrizia Cozzo Sculpts Fanciful Art Dolls

Italian dollmaker Patrizia Cozzo started life on a different path, working first as a clerk in several shops and later as a comic letterer The post Expressive Beauties: Patrizia Cozzo Sculpts Fanciful...

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Bundles of Joy: Caitlin Salinas Designs Therapeutic Dolls

Check out our Q&A with Caitlin Salinas, the owner and designer of Comfort Cuties. Her adorable baby dolls are made to be cuddled. The post Bundles of Joy: Caitlin Salinas Designs Therapeutic Dolls...

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DOLLS Magazine May/June 2025

The May/June 2025 issue of DOLLS is 48 full-color pages. With an emphasis on baby and child dolls, it highlights Jennie Lee (Weebabies Nursery), Natalie Scholl, Anna Sheva, and Maria Asenova (Marias...

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It Takes A Village: Kristen Englert Sculpts, Molds, Casts, and Finishes...

Making art is often a solitary activity, but in Kristin En­glert’s case, it's also collaborative and the foun­dation for new relationships. The post It Takes A Village: Kristen Englert Sculpts, Molds,...

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Curious Collector: Madame Alexander Carmen

Q: I received a phone call from a friend who was selling some of her childhood dolls and a few of her mother’s dolls, as well. The post Curious Collector: Madame Alexander Carmen appeared first on...

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Following Her Art: Moppiedoll Designer Celebrates a Successful Career Transition

Jessica de Geus’ doll-design journey began with a life-changing question that inspired Moppiedoll, her beloved line of quirky collectibles. The post Following Her Art: Moppiedoll Designer Celebrates a...

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Curious Collector: American Character Tressy

Q: A dear friend gave me this American Character Tressy doll, mint and complete. Can you tell me more about this doll? The post Curious Collector: American Character Tressy appeared first on DOLLS...

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Retailer Q&A: One-Stop Shop

Geanie Litzman owns Who Wants This, Inc., an online store for dolls and accessories. Learn more from her Q&A with DOLLS. The post Retailer Q&A: One-Stop Shop appeared first on DOLLS magazine |...

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Memorable Makeovers: Darya Zhauneryk Puts Her Own Twist on Blythe Dolls

When Darya Zhauneryk began customizing dolls more than a decade ago, she did not expect it to become a full-time career. From a young age, she’d had an interest in sewing and tex­tiles, but it wasn’t...

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Whispers of Creativity

Iryna Ivakhnenko grew up dreaming up dolls of her own. Her earliest creations foreshadowed a future designing ball-jointed dolls. The post Whispers of Creativity appeared first on DOLLS magazine |...

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Curious Collector: Mattel Buffy and Mrs. Beasley

Q: I found this adorable doll of the little girl who was Buffy on the hit television show “Family Affair.” The post Curious Collector: Mattel Buffy and Mrs. Beasley appeared first on DOLLS magazine |...

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Crystallizations of Childhood: Sarah Korstange’s Artful Dolls Capture Innocence

When Sarah Korstange's daughter later became obsessed with reborn dolls she decided to try making them herself. The post Crystallizations of Childhood: Sarah Korstange’s Artful Dolls Capture Innocence...

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Driving An Industry Forward: Dollspart Supply Co. Is Committed To Serving the...

With a constant demand to manufacture new dolls, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that some never lost favor with collectors. The post Driving An Industry Forward: Dollspart Supply Co. Is Committed...

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Curious Collector: 1960s Alexander Wendy and Bill

Q: I bought this amazing set of 8-inch Madame Alexander dolls at auction. They are all hard plastic, bent-knee walkers with sleep eyes and glued-on wigs. The post Curious Collector: 1960s Alexander...

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Curious Collector: Jody Abrams Doll

Q: I recently acquired this doll from a friend who said she was by the artist Jody Abrams. What can you tell me about this doll? The post Curious Collector: Jody Abrams Doll appeared first on DOLLS...

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DOLLS Magazine July 2025

The July 2025 issue of DOLLS is 48 full-color pages. As the annual Debut of Dolls collector’s edition, it features an exciting mixture of new and classic dolls and accessories. The post DOLLS Magazine...

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