December 2008 Notable Toys — Dolls

Ashton is an 8 inch full vinyl poseable doll that comes packaged in a handbag. She comes dressed in trendy jeans that are trimmed in lace and patchwork appliqué and will be just the play doll for every little girl who loves the world of fashion. She carries a mirror, comb and purse of her own. Her long dark hair can be styled in the latest fashion.

This Pinky St. character features her in a standing position with her summer kimono and accessories. Pinky St. is an interchangeable fashion figure that switch at the waist, torso, head and accessories. Each 4" figure is packed with 2 sets of outfits. Mix and match with other Pinky St. sets.

Alfred Hitchcock’s  “The Birds” Barbie® Doll celebrates the 45th anniversary of the acclaimed film. Dressed in a re-creation of the stylish green skirt-suit worn by the 1963 film’s ill-fated heroine in an iconic scene, every aspect  of this doll captures the film’s infamous appeal, from the perfectly painted expression to the accompanying black birds. Note to Parents: The Birds is rated PG-13. Consult www.filmratings.com for further information. The Birds is a trademark and copyright of Universal Studios. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing LLLP. All rights reserved. Alfred Hitchcock and the Hitchcock likeness are trademarks and copyrights of The Hitchcock Trust. Production doll may vary from the photo shown above. Mattel reserves the right to modify the fashion/fabrics, sculpt, hair color/style, and accessories. Doll cannot stand alone as shown. Launch date: 2008.

Barbie® doll as Batgirl™ looks absolutely amazing in a body-hugging black bat suit. A striking black cape with “gold” lining, yellow gloves, belt, knee-high boots, and fabulous “bat ears” complement the ensemble. Gorgeous face paint and long auburn hair give the doll an especially striking look. BATGIRL and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © DC Comics. Production doll may vary from the photo shown above. Mattel reserves the right to modify the fashion/fabrics, sculpt, hair color/style, and accessories. Doll cannot stand alone as shown. Launch date: 2008.

 Kit wears a crocheted cloche, carries a straw purse for her printed hankie and replica buffalo nickel and sports a special necklace styled after a compass inside a ship’s wheel—to remind her to find her own way through hard times. Kit’s 18-inch doll body is soft cloth; her head and limbs are smooth vinyl. She’s posable for hundreds of playtimes and can be treasured for years to come. Her "Meet Kit" book enhances playtime with the first story of this clever girl growing up in 1934 Cincinnati.  It offers lessons about choices and friendship that still touch girls today.

In addition to featuring Sen. Barack Obama, his wife, Michelle, and their daughters, Malia Anna and Sasha, this 32-page paper doll set includes a biography of Sen. Obama, an "Election Night Scorecard" and an array of outfits, including a tux and business suit for Barack and a gown and wedding dress for Michelle, along with shorts, shirts and coats for the girls. "We're doing well with McCain and Obama paper dolls from Dover Publications," Owner Teresa Ford of Kids' Ketch in Lewes, Del., told TDmonthly in late September 2008. "Obama's outselling McCain three to one, if that's any indication."

This commemorative set features Sen. John McCain and his wife, Cindy, along with outfits they've worn  during the campaign and during other important life events. McCain can be outfitted with a white tie and tails, a sweater and slack duo, and  other options, while Cindy can wear her wedding dress, an interview suit, a gown and more. The 38-page set includes a biography of John McCain plus an "Election Night Scorecard." Launch date: 2008.

Valentine is made from the highest quality cloth available and is dressed in a unique dress. Her facial features are hand sewn while yarn is used for her hair. Shoes made from vinyl finish this cloth doll and give her a unique appearance.

Polly is made from the highest quality cloth available and is dressed in a unique dress. Her eyes, nose, eyebrows, and mouth are embroidered while yarn is used for her hair. Vinyl shoes finish this handmade doll and give her a unique look.

Little girls can press Baby Alive's bracelet to wake her and then mix her food and feed her with the included bowl and spoon. She "chews" food and "drinks" from her bottle, and when put on her own potty will "pee" and "poop." Kids need to hurry and get her there, though, or she might have an accident and her diaper will need changing. The doll comes with four AA batteries and is also available in Caucasian and African American varieties.

Cuddle up at night with Emily the Strange's kitty, Miles, the cutest one-eyed pilot around! He is 12 inches high, and comes with a striped pilot scarf, goggles and cap. He makes a great gift for aviation, cat or Emily the Strange fans. Pilot Miles also makes a great Halloween gift. "This plush toy is Miles, an Emily icon. He does not look like the average black cat, as he has an X replacing one eye," explained Jill Beaverson, PR/Marketing Director, Emily the Strange. "And he is outfitted in all pilot gear. Emily and cat fans alike will love Pilot Miles."

One of RAVENCLAW™'s...ummm...well...most unusual students joins the ranks of HARRY POTTER™ TONNER® DRESSED CHARACTER FIGURES™. LUNA LOVEGOOD™ at HOGWARTS™ is 17" tall and features a new face sculpt of an authorized likeness of actress Evanna Lynch from Warner Bros.' "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix," with 14 points of articulation (neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, bust line, hips, knees, and ankles). She features hand-painted face details and rooted saran hair. LUNA LOVEGOOD™ comes dressed in her school uniform, which includes a white cotton shirt, pleated wool skirt, button-down cardigan, blue & grey striped tie, grey tights and faux leather Mary Janes. Her RAVENCLAW™ robe, wand and cheery earrings complete her ensemble — not to mention a special charm necklace that helps to ward off NARGELS. Display stand included. "Highly detailed costumes, likeness sculpts and quality of collectible dolls and Character Figures sets Tonner apart from similar items," explained Shauna Perry, Director of Sales and Marketing Tonner Doll Company, Inc. Launch date: Fall 2008.

Suitable for ages 18 months and up, 12” Calin Darling has a soft, beanbag body and is easily poseable. She also has go-to-sleep eyes.
— “I love Corolle dolls,” said Michelle Smith, owner of Piccolo Mondo Toys in Portland, Ore., at the end of 2008, about this best seller in her store.

This 6” mini doll kit comes with all the supplies — paint, brushes, doll kit, tutorials and more — a person needs to reborn their first doll. Reborning can require days of work, but the starter kit makes it possible to reborn a doll in less than three hours. The kit includes a CD with a full tutorial plus a PC video that gives instruction on painting the dolls. Launch date: 2008.

Children can learn everyday hand skills while playing with this dressing doll that includes buttons, Velcro, bows and and more. The clasps of clothing and bags are a big challenge for kids’ hands, and the funny Krawuzi with a bib and colorful frilly hair is just right to help them learn these skills. Her friendly face radiates encouragement to little friends and invites them to try. Her shoes, trouser, T-shirt and socks can all be used to practice dressing and undressing. Kids can also tie a bow and braid her hair. Launch date: January 10, 2008.