On the left is a Life of Faith Kathleen doll in Molly’s Christmas dress by American Girl (shoes by Life of Faith). On the right is a Life of Faith Violet doll in AG Molly’s school jumper blouse, AG Kit’s tree house outfit skirt, and shoes by Life of Faith. Photo courtesy of horsemom from [...]

Posted on December 21st, 2006 by Char
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(L to R)Misses Monique Elizabeth Pleasant , Rianna Bridgette Pleasant and Shanelle Madison are ”decked out” for Christmas in the AG-Bitty Baby Poinsettia Outfit.
Photo courtesy of prsnlrd at AGFMB.

Posted on December 20th, 2006 by Char
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I have been looking at pictures of the holiday doll displays posted by members at my three favorite doll boards (AG Playthings, AGFMB, and the new AG Clubhouse). I am amazed at the creativity and beauty that the doll lovers are capturing. Here are some of my favorites for today.

This beauty is courtesy of judi [...]

Posted on December 19th, 2006 by Char
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I am going to do a series this week on using dolls in your Christmas or holiday displays. If you have a picture of your dolls - any dolls, dressed up for the season or as part of a display, send me a note at dolls [at] dolldiaries [dot] com (sorry, just don’t want too [...]

Posted on December 17th, 2006 by Char
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I was reading at Collectors Toy Stop and Sandy had an interesting post. After all these years Barbie is still the number one choice for girls when it comes to Christmas wishes. Yep, she beats out all dolls, Bratz, Princesses and more (see the complete list at Sandy’s site).
One of my daughter’s asks for a [...]

Posted on December 13th, 2006 by Char
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Nicki is almost here! According to the American Girl website, they are planning some events in the stores for Nicki’s arrival including a window unveiling, scavenger hunt and crafts.
AGP New York - January 1st from 11-3.
AGP Chicago - January 1st from 10-3.
AGP Los Angeles - January 1st & 15th from 11-3.
If anyone goes, [...]

Posted on December 12th, 2006 by Char
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Another new message board for enthusiasts of all 18″ vinyl play dolls has arrived. The board is called American Girl Club House.  In addition to a large number of American Girl Doll categories, they also have areas to discuss My Twinn, Carpatina, Gotz, A Life of Faith, Engel-Puppen, Gingerbrook Hollow, Stardust and Magic Attic as [...]

Posted on December 8th, 2006 by Char
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The American Girl Times is a fun online newspaper for American Girl fans that features articles, stories, photos, recipes, crafts and more! The December issue is now available online. Check it out!

Posted on December 6th, 2006 by Char
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Right on the heels of adding baby dolls to its doll line, MyTwinn has added Just-Like-Me Toddler dolls to its collection. The one shown here is Brooke and she is wearing the Lullaby sleeper. I think she is very cute!
My Twinn Toddler Sophia in Red Rosebud Outfit is also adorable, but some of the dolls are [...]

Posted on December 5th, 2006 by Char
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Due to the ongoing issues with Hostboard, the ladies at AGFMB have moved to a new home. You can now find their very active forum at: AGFMB.

Posted on December 2nd, 2006 by Char
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