The Dance ‘N Groove party includes Polly and her gal pals – Lea, Shani, Crissy and Kerstie. Kerstie’s Hula-licious 12-piece set includes a hula outfit, a backdrop, a purse, a lei, a guitar, a bird and more. The Dance ‘N Groove dolls were designed in response to the current trend of reality shows and dance competitions. Launch date: January 2007.

These candy-colored stylin’ mini Polly Wheels come with a mini-sized doll and are the first-ever die-cast vehicles designed just for girls. There are 50 different collectible cars available. Launch date: January 2007.

Now girls can give Polly or Lila the ultimate outdoor adventure as they take flight with the Stylin’ Flyers sets. Girls simply attach Polly or Lila to the pair of wings, load the wings into the launcher, plot the doll’s course and watch her fly. These sets were designed as fun and exciting outdoor toys for girls. Launch date: January 2007.

Standing 12” tall, this doll wears long blonde pigtails and a USS Princess lifesaver. Her body is constructed entirely of poseable vinyl, increasing her play value. Linda Rick designed the doll. Launch date: 2007.

Rapunzel’s long blond tresses fall behind her as she stands in an elaborate dress. This 12” doll designed by Linda Rick features a body that is constructed entirely of poseable vinyl. Launch date: 2007.

This green-eyed, auburn-haired doll comes seated on a little chair. This curly-haired cutie wears a flowered dress and a pair of black Mary Jane shoes. The doll is made of full-body vinyl and measures 24” tall. Linda Rick is the designer. Launch date: 2007.

THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER AVAILALBE — 2008.

This set features a 28” full-body vinyl doll. The lovely blonde doll wears a lacey dress and a flowered hat atop her head. The treasure set and all of its pictured contents are included. Linda Rick is the designer. Launch date: 2007.

THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER AVAILALBE — 2008.

This set includes one Asian doll and two outfits. Fashionable, yet practical, each of the outfits features a Velcro backing, which allows young kids to dress the dolls with ease. Other dolls in this line include a brunette, a blonde, an African-American and a bride. “They are unique in the “Easy-to-Dress” doll category because of their elegant, cloth, portable design,” May Grant of Pockets of Learning Communications told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2007.

This set includes one blond doll and two cloth outfits. Each of the outfits features a Velcro backing, which allows kids to dress the dolls with ease. Other dolls in this line include a brunette, an Asian, an African-American and a bride. “Press ‘n Dress Doll & Outfit sets are proven winners, with awards from such parenting and toy watch groups as Dr. Toy and [the] National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA),” May Grant of Pockets of Learning Communications told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2007.

This seven-piece starter set includes a doll, five outfits and an embroidered carrying case. Each outfit has a Velcro backing so that children can dress the doll with just a press of the fingers. “The Press 'n Dress set engages the young child’s imagination even before their small motor skills develop,” May Grant of Pockets of Learning told TDmonthly. Awards: TDmonthly Top Toy 2008. Launch date: January 2007.

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This dance recital set includes three different outfits. Each outfit is designed to be fashionable, yet easy for small fingers to control. “Press ‘n Dress Doll & Outfit sets are developed from the concept of paper dolls, but with the elegance of fine fabrics. Each interchangeable cloth outfit has secure Velcro backing, so a child can just ‘press to dress,’” May Grant of Pockets of Learning Communications told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2007.

This incredible 12” tree-topper will add grace, beauty and charm to anyone's Christmas decor.  Dressed in a fashionable mauve outfit, this tree-topper doll is sure to fit into the latest trend in Christmas home decor.  She can stand atop a tree or be displayed on a tabletop or mantle. Launch date: July 2007.

Designed by Linda Rick. Peace on Earth is a wonderful tribute to the hope and prayers of everyone across the world.  This incredibly detailed angel doll lovingly holds three dolls, each representing a different culture. The angel doll stands 16” tall and holds three 5” dolls. Launch date: July 2007.

Each set comes with a lovable Precious Moments goose and her childhood friend.  Her friend stands 12” tall and wears a black lace-trimmed dress, bonnet and muff set, all adorned with poinsettias. The girl’s muff can be personalized with up to eight characters — a special service included in the price of the doll. Launch date: July 2007.

Linda Rick designed this 2007 Precious Collection Annual Christmas Doll. The doll’s dress is made of layers of delicate Venice lace, bringing to mind days gone by.  The doll stands 16” tall and holds her favorite Christmas present — her Teddy Bear. Launch date: July 2007.

This set features two little girls building a sandcastle. They are both 12” in height and wear matching flowered outfits. The set comes complete with a sandcastle. Linda Rick designed both dolls. Launch date: July 2007.

Penelope Peapod is both a doll in a bassinet and a stylish handbag — fun and fashion combined. It allows little girls to carry a handbag just like Mom. Additionally, it allows them to bring their baby along for the ride. The peapods now come with Liberty of London fabric, the sweetest English prints with matching classic ginghams. The Liberty of London Collection includes Mayfair (pictured), Kensington and more. Orders only come in pre-packed assortments of 12, two each of six Liberty styles. Penelope Peapod is an Oppenheimer Toy Portfolio 2007 Platinum Award winner.
— “In one quick and easy maneuver for even the smallest hands, the peapod opens and the fabric flips over the sides to create a beautiful bassinet and reveal a sweet, soft-body doll,” Owner Kim Smith of Red Wagon Toy Co. in Woodstock, Vt., told TDmonthly in summer 2007 about this No. 2 best seller in her store.

The dolls’ hand-painted faces strongly capture the likeness of Kirsten Dunst, Tobey Maguire and Bryce Dallas-Howard in their respective roles in the "Spider-Man 3" movie. The dolls are crafted of fine quality vinyl and hard plastic and feature 14 points of articulated movement. Each doll stands 17” tall. Launch date: May 31, 2007.
— The movie “Spider-Man 3” has generated over $336,500,000 in the U.S. Box Office.
— "Two attributes that make Tonner dolls most sought after by fashion doll collectors are the quality and the ‘feel’ of the dolls," Tom Courtney, visuals and merchandising director for Tonner Dolls told TDmonthly.
— “Spider-Man 3” was directed and co-written by U.S. film director, producer, writer and actor Sam Raimi.

The doll’s hand-painted face and partially sculpted, partially painted beard with hand-applied braids strongly capture the likeness of Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow in Disney’s "Pirates of the Caribbean 3." The doll is crafted of fine quality vinyl and hard plastic and features 14 points of articulated movement. Standing 17” tall, the doll comes equipped with a pistol, sword and display stand. Launch date: May 31, 2007.

Jasmine is a butterfly girl — half human and half bug — who can fly and talk to the animals of the forest. As protectors of nature, Jasmine and her butterfly friends are growing concerned about the damage being done to Mother Nature. The Butterfly Girls decide to go out on a quest to find a young girl who will them help fight the destruction. Launch date: June 2007.
— "We have just launched our new children's brand, The Little Humbugs. There is a book series, a collection of dolls, and apparel," said David Hughes of Wildwood Media when talking to TDmonthly about serving the American market.

Unlike most dolls, these dolls have embroidered eyes and are constructed of soft fabrics that make them huggable. The first four dolls in the Little Petals line are Lily, Blossom, Daisy and Rose. Corduroy trims, ribbon trims, functional pockets and detailed embroidery are a few of the special details featured on these 10” soft dolls. Launch date: May 2007.

The 18" vinyl A Friend Like Me is a classic Doll Maker doll styled in ivory and laces — a design for which doll maker Linda Rick is well known. It was designed by Rick as an addition to the Key to My Heart Collection, which also includes redhead dolls. This doll wears a key on her wrist as a symbol for the key to her heart.
— "We do well with Doll Maker," said Faye Kitchens, owner of Dolls & Stuff in Social Circle, Ga., when asked about hot-selling dolls. Two of 62 specialty retailers agreed in spring 2007 that Doll Maker dolls are top-sellers in their stores.
— “In collectible dolls, it is a year-round market and not just the holidays. So we sell the most when the dolls are first introduced,” Kitchens added.
— "What makes this doll special is that she looks like she'd be a friend, 'like me,'" said Susan Calliari, national accounts manager at Doll Maker.

This All-In-One Fashion Set comes with 150 fashion accessories to make a girl's doll the best-dressed baby on the block. Kids will love styling every aspect of their dolls, from hair to clothes to makeup. The Fashion Set features a beautiful doll with a number of different outfits. It comes with a working hair dryer, pretend makeup and cool accessories. There's no end to the stylish looks kids can create with this set.
— "We sell quite a lot of the Small World baby line. Across the board their stuff does well," said Karen Leppmann, owner of Finnegan's Toys and Gifts in Portland, Ore., when asked about hot-selling dolls.
— Two of 62 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in spring 2007 said Small World is a best seller in the doll category. Some specialty retailers told TDmonthly they sell three or four units a month of the Small World dolls.
— "Featuring a smiling doll, three complete outfits and an exciting assortment of styling tools and accessories, this all-in-one fashion playset comes complete with 150 pieces, giving it endless imaginative play value for children and economic value for parents," said Debra Fine, CEO of Small World Toys.

Now little girls can cuddle one of the tiniest miracles ever with the captivating and exclusive Tiny Miracles Emmy doll. It's the first So Truly Real® doll ever created in a 10” size, brilliantly sculpted by renowned master doll artist, Linda Webb. It has RealTouch™ vinyl skin, micro-rooted hair, wispy eyelashes and hand-painted fingernails and toenails. Emmy was honored with the 2007 DOTY® award.
— "We sell a lot of the Ashton-Drake," said Gary Green, owner of Collector's United in Chatsworth, Ga., when asked about top-selling dolls.
— Two of 62 retailers named Ashton-Drake as a favorite collectible doll item for customers.
— "Tiny Miracles Emmy is a unique doll designed by Linda Webb. It's patented RealTouch vinyl is part of what gives Emmy her true-to-life look and feel," said Don Vaccarello, general manager for Ashton-Drake Collectibles.

These multicultural dolls wear "Best Pals" bracelets and clothes that are removable for added play value. Each doll is limited edition and numbered on its sewn-in label. Sofia features black hair, dark brown skin and black eyes, and is all dressed up in her red polka-dot party dress. Lily has black hair, pale skin and black eyes, and comes dressed in a mint green vintage-patterned dress. Isabelle has dark brown hair, brown skin and dark brown eyes, and is ready for her first day of school in a plaid dress. Launch date: September 2007.