TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Dolls Product Category

Heidi - from the Lawton Library Collection by THE LAWTON DOLL COMPANY

The beloved heroine of Johanna Spyri’s classic story, Heidi comes alive with her black curls and pale eyes. The 9” wooden-bodied doll wears a traditional dirndl of woven cotton topped with a leather vest. In her book box are a basket of soft, white rolls for Peter’s grandmother and the warm red shawl she couldn’t bear to give away. A beautiful sunset-colored silk dress made over for her from one of Clara’s is included. Also tucked in the box is the book that made her so homesick when it reminded her of Grandfather’s home high up in the Alps. She’s available in a limited edition of just 75 dolls. 7/5/2007 (Price: $895.00)

Adorable Kinders Rag Dolls Qiana by GRANZA INC.

Each high-quality, washable Adoptable Kinders rag doll is designed by famed artisan Aranza Zamora. The 26-doll collection is themed as an active group of kindergarten friends with different personalities, and the name of each character begins with a different letter of the alphabet. Each doll comes with an Internet key-code that allows children to register online at the “Adoptable Kinders School,” where they can play educational games. A child graduates to the next grade when all the games for one grade level are completed. The dolls are about 18” tall. ( Watch Video) 7/5/2007 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dolly Marshmallow by COROLLE DOLLS

Very stylish and full of mischievous charm, 16” Les Dollies toddler dolls, with their bright bold outfits — and hair — are sure to delight budding fashionistas. Les Dollies have soft cloth bodies, vinyl faces and hands, fixed eyes and rooted hair. Launch date: 2006. ( Watch Video) 7/5/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Käthe Kruse Puppen Waldorf Pirate Boy by EUROPLAY CORP.

Forever looking for a treasure is Käthe Kruse’s little Pirate Boy, who is always in a good mood and loves to play. His hand-embroidered face has fun little freckles and his red hair is made of genuine wool. Standing 7” high, this handcrafted doll is dressed in cropped, red pirate pants, while a white shirt with pirate logo and black cap complete his pirate look. Wherever he goes, he always first places his flag. He is stuffed with 100-percent sheep wool and covered with cotton stockinet. Käthe Kruse Waldorf dolls are individually handcrafted and not mass produced. They are “little individuals that stimulate the child's fantasy and imagination,” Marion Hohmann of Europlay told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2007.
— “[My customers] love Waldorf school philosophy,” said Kristen Pollard, co-owner of Mud Puddle Toys in Marblehead, Mass. ( Watch Video) 7/5/2007 (Price: $44.00)

Käthe Kruse Puppen Waldorf Pirate Girl by EUROPLAY CORP.

The little 7”-tall Pirate Girl has an ominous pirate look about her. Over her messy, long, blond hair, made of dyed goat fur, she wears a pirate’s cap. Like all pirates, she wears a patch over one eye and carries a wooden sword for protection. Her body is stuffed with 100-percent sheep wool and covered with cotton stockinet. Launch date: February 2007. ( Watch Video) 7/5/2007 (Price: $44.00)

Tamara by Dawn Donofrio by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

New Masterpiece Dolls artist Dawn has created an adorable little girl named Tamara, who has a twinkle in her eyes and wants to be picked up and loved. Tamara at 20” has arms sculpted above the elbow and legs sculpted above the knee that go into the hip joint on her cloth body. She has a brunet human hair blend and blue eyes. She is dressed in a pretty pink shirt accented with a floral design on the bodice. Her blue skirt has a pink rose design that coordinates with her shirt. Tamara comes with a little pink bunny and has a pink headband and no socks, as shown. This is a limited edition of 350 pieces. 6/29/2007 (Price: $159.00)

Ava by Natalie Scholl by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Once in a while you come across an artist who presents you with two great dolls and it becomes a difficult choice as to which doll to introduce on our website. This one time we have decided to do both sculpts. One will be a KIT doll (Hayley) and the other will be Ava, one of our Limited Edition babies. So many collectors like the life like newborn babies. Ava is one of those babies. She is 20” and make of silicone/vinyl. Her arms go above the elbow and her legs above her knees. She has on an adorable pink outfit. Her hair is baby human hair blend baby fine wig and she has blue eyes. She comes with her own blanket. Edition 350 pieces. 6/29/2007 (Price: $149.00)

Alexis by Monika Levenig by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Monika has created an adorable new baby girl that is her largest for the US market. Alexis is 34” and is a chunky little girl with a shoulder plate for each redressing. Her head circumference is approximately 18". For those who love the large size babies you will love Alexis as well. She has brown hair and beautiful blue eyes. She is made with silicone/vinyl that gives her a life like appearance. She has a cloth body with legs above the knee and arms that go into her shoulder plate. Monika has dressed her in a pretty blue and white dress with a square collar decorated with swimming fish. Her hair is adorned with coordinating clips and elastics. She has on cute sandals and socks. (She does not come with the little dolly). Limted Edition 350 pieces. 6/29/2007 (Price: $185.00)

Abbey Marie by Marita Winters by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Marita has created a beautiful sleeping baby. She is 23” and has gorgeous blonde finely rooted mohair. Her silicone/vinyl skin gives her a life like appeal. Her legs are fat and chunky and go into a small cloth cap that attaches to her cloth body for easy in posing. Her arms are sculpted above the elbow so she can wear short sleeve outfits. Marita created a very pretty pink dress for Abbey Marie with an embroidered floral design. Once you pick her up you will not be able to put her down. She wears a cloth diaper under her coordinating diaper cover. Limited Edition of 350 pieces. 6/29/2007 (Price: $169.00)

Lian by Marita Winters by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Marita has sculpted a beautiful Asian baby as part of her Little Loves collection of 10” silicone/vinyl babies. She has a soft cloth body with arms sculpted above the elbow and fully sculpted legs that attach to the cloth body. The details on her tiny hands and feet are incredible with their beautiful manicure. Her hair is hand rooted with mohair and is very soft to the touch. She has dark brown eyes. Marita created her adorable red and white outfit with a little Asian flair. The rosettes in her hair are on clips and can easily be repositioned or removed. She comes with her own tiny white blanket. She wears a little cloth diaper as well. Numbered Edition based on one month’s production. 6/29/2007 (Price: $69.99)

Kathy by Monika Peter-Leicht by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Great News.. since Sarah was an edition sell out from our last collection, Monika has created another great face for us that is “exclusive “ to the US market. What a treat! Kathy is again a 32” very large girl. Her head circumference is about 19" the same as Sarah and Samantha. She is really life like looking in silicone/vinyl. Some of you have written asking that we do Monika’s next doll with a shoulder plate. Your wish has been answered. Now there are even more options on how to dress Kathy since she has a shoulder plate. Her arms are sculpted above the elbow and her legs are sculpted above her knees. Kathy has pretty blonde hair and beautiful blue eyes. She wears an adorable shirt and dungarees. She also has white socks, pink check sandals and a pacifier. Limited Edition 350 pieces. 6/29/2007 (Price: $179.00)

Ashley by Doris Stannat by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Doris Stannat continues to create sellouts for Masterpiecedolls at HSE each month. We decided to bring one of her best sculpts to Masterpiecedolls for this offering. Ashley at 22” has the sweetest face and is done in silicone/vinyl. She looks so real. Her arms are sculpted above the elbows and her legs go above her knees for easy redressing options. She has a huggable cloth body. Ashley has a brown mohair wig and has beautiful brown eyes. She is dressed in an adorable shirt and shorts with cute socks and shoes and a coordinating headband. She has pacifier keys in her hand to keep her occupied. This is your chance to own a Doris Stannat baby. Limited Edition 350 pieces. 6/29/2007 (Price: $149.00)

Sandy by Monika Levenig by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Marita has sculpted the cutest 10” baby “twins” Sugar and Spice" in silicone/vinyl. Each is small enough to carry with you or to give as a gift. Both are part of Marita’s Little Loves collection. Each has a cloth body with arms above the elbow and legs fully sculpted that are directly attached to the cloth body. The little girl has brunette rooted hair with blue eyes and the little boy comes with blonde hair and blue eyes. Marita has created an adorable layette for each baby. The girl’s outfit is pink and the boy’s is blue. Each has a cloth diaper and coordinating diaper cover. They also have their own little blanket to wrap them up in to take home. Each is a Numbered Edition based on one month’s production. 6/29/2007 (Price: $189.00)

Spice by Marita Winters by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Marita has sculpted the cutest 10” baby “twins” Sugar and Spice" in silicone/vinyl. Each is small enough to carry with you or to give as a gift. Both are part of Marita’s Little Loves collection. Each has a cloth body with arms above the elbow and legs fully sculpted that are directly attached to the cloth body. The little girl has brunette rooted hair with blue eyes and the little boy comes with blonde hair and blue eyes. Marita has created an adorable layette for each baby. The girl’s outfit is pink and the boy’s is blue. Each has a cloth diaper and coordinating diaper cover. They also have their own little blanket to wrap them up in to take home. Each is a Numbered Edition based on one month’s production. 6/29/2007 (Price: $69.99)

Sugar by Marita Winters by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Marita has sculpted the cutest 10” baby twins, "Sugar and Spice," in silicone/vinyl. Each is small enough to carry  or to give as a gift. Both are part of Marita’s Little Loves collection. Each has a cloth body with fully sculpted arms (above the elbow) and legs that are directly attached to the cloth body. The little girl has brunette rooted hair with blue eyes, and the little boy comes with blond hair and blue eyes. Each wears an adorable layette and a cloth diaper and coordinating diaper cover. They also have their own little blanket. Each is a Numbered Edition based on one month’s production. (Please note that Sugar is shown with blond hair but will come as a brunette.) 6/29/2007 (Price: $69.99)

Horseland Interactive Talking Horse and Rider Set – Sarah and Scarlet by THINKWAY

Place Sarah on the saddle;  magically, she talks and Scarlet will interact with her with a whinny and sound effects! The toy features the original TV-show character voices and horse sound effects, including walking, trotting and jumping. The set comes with ten accessories, including saddle, bridle, riding helmet, crop, brush, comb, two barrettes, trophy and cell phone. Horseland fills a niche in the girls category by having realistic product features and functions, including voice and sounds, that stay true to the characters in the animated TV show. Launch Date: August 1, 2007. 6/29/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Messengers of Faith Doll - Esther by ONE2BELIEVE

Esther is dressed in hand-sewn clothing and sandals, and speaks when gently pressed near the waist.  Brave and beautiful Esther appealed to her husband, King Xerxes of Persia, to spare the lives of her fellow Israelites, even knowing that her request could result in death.  Press Esther above the waist and she recites Esther 4:11, 4:16 and 7:3.  The 12” figurine is made from PVC with hand-painted detail.  Launch date: August 2007. 6/29/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Messengers of Faith Doll - David by ONE2BELIEVE

David wears the simple clothing of Biblical times and is jointed for relative play.  David’s hands and fingers bend to hold his sling and stones.  Press his body just above the waist to hear David recite Psalm 23:1 – 23:6 and Samuel 17:45.  The 12” figurine is made from PVC with hand-painted detail.  Launch date: August 2007. 6/29/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Messengers of Faith Doll - Mary by ONE2BELIEVE

Mary wears the simple clothing of Biblical times and is jointed for relative play.  Mary’s hands and fingers bend to meet for prayer and more.  Press Mary’s waist and she will recite the entire text of Luke 1:46-55.  The 12” figurine is made from PVC with hand-painted detail.  Launch date: August 2007. 6/29/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Roly Poly Friends by THE CHILDREN'S FACTORY

The 8"-tall Roly Poly has a chime inside. Two skin tones are available, and the product is machine washable and dryable. 6/27/2007 (Price: $17.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Down Syndrome Dolls by THE CHILDREN'S FACTORY

These 15"-tall rag dolls have distinguishing features of Down syndrome. Two skin tones and boy/girl versions are available. The dolls are machine washable and dryable. ( Watch Video) 6/27/2007 (Price: $21.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Käthe Kruse Towel Doll Margarita by EUROPLAY CORP.

This soft, warm and cuddly towel doll is made of the finest cotton, perfect for playing, cuddling or sleeping. The bright, fresh colors are stimulating to babies’ eyes, and the loveable ladybug head is hand painted. Many more characters are available, including a bear, bunny, mouse and frog. “Käthe Kruse towel dolls are made of [the] highest-quality natural fabrics,” Marion Hohmann of Käthe Kruse Puppen GmbH told TDmonthly. “They are the first friend to hug and play.” Launch date: January 2006.
— Jude Larene, co-owner of Izilla Toys in Seattle, said that the Käthe Kruse towel doll “is the best baby gift. As soon as you suggest it, most people will not look at anything else.” 6/26/2007 (Price: $15.40)

Mini Kathy and Janet Christmas Rag Dolls by KATJAN INC.

Mini Kathy and Janet Christmas rag dolls dressed in Christmas velvet dresses in a mini Best Pals tote bag. The Minis are 5" each. Available September 2007. 6/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lalie and Zibi by BERDINE CREEDY

This 10” African American doll has real black hair and brown glass eyes. She comes with a zebra and book called “Lalie and Zibi’s Adventures,” written by collector Zita Rivera. She’s a limited edition of 130 pieces. Launch date: 2007. 6/25/2007 (Price: $235.00)

Zandri by BERDINE CREEDY

This 10” full-vinyl doll comes complete with a leather-like suitcase and a handmade cat, as well as a book, “In Mamma’s Footsteps,” authored by collector Deb Troehler. She features brown glass eyes and carrot mohair, and is a limited edition of 130 pieces. Launch date: 2007. 6/25/2007 (Price: $235.00)