So you own an American Girl doll. Well, as the owner, extra effort is expected from you for your doll to always look best. As the owner, you must know how to take good care of your doll so she will always be presentable. You must know the do’s and don’ts in regards to taking care of your doll.

I myself also own a doll so personally I have my own list of do’s and don’ts in regards to taking care of my doll. And I actually want to share this list to you.

Do’s:

Keep doll away from sunlight. It is not advisable to expose the doll to sunlight most especially for a long period of time. Doll will quickly look old when often exposed to sunlight.

Wash hands before grabbing the doll. Our hands are oftentimes full of dirt and so grabbing our doll without first washing our hands is not a good idea. It is best to wash hands first to make sure they are clean.

Clean doll’s face with baking soda. According to some doll collectors, baking soda can help clean doll’s face and so it will help if sometimes we use baking soda along with water when cleaning doll’s face. However, never rub the baking soda directly to the face. Mix baking soda with water first.

Use good wire brush when brushing doll’s hair. Using other kind of brush is actually a bad idea.

Keep doll in her box if possible. If you can, keep your doll in her box but if you can’t just be sure to clean her up regularly.

Don’ts :

Never place doll near foods and drinks. Some foods and drinks can cause stain to dolls.

Don’t keep your doll in a damp wet environment. Keeping your doll in such kind of environment won’t bring forth any good result.

Never use hair dryer or the like on your doll. Heat can damage your doll’s hair.

Don’t tumble dry your doll’s clothes. Aside from your doll, her clothes are also important. What is she going to wear if her clothes are all damaged? Dolls’ clothes are normally delicate and should not be tumbled dry.

Barbie has been one of the most popular dolls and for almost fifty years has been a part of every girls wish list for Christmas or other special occasions. She has also been one of the best seller toys online and one of the hottest collectible toys.

According to Mattel, manufacturer of Barbie, there are already more than 100,000 Barbie collectors around the world. Roughly ninety percent are women in their early 40s, buying around twenty Barbie dolls and spending $1000 or more every year.

At auction, vintage Barbie dolls from earliest production are the most successful. In 1959, original Barbie was sold for $3.00. In 2004, Barbie in mint box from 1959 was sold for around $3552. And in 2006, a Midnight Red Barbie doll from 1965 was sold for $17,000, which actually set a world record.

Looking back, Mattel has sold a lot of Barbie dolls particularly to collectors. Barbie dolls sold included vintage reproductions, dolls based from characters in television series like Star Trek and The Munsters, and porcelain versions.

Barbie dolls in various ethnic identities were also sold and became great collectors items. Barbie dolls ranging through gold, pink, silver, and platinum were also sold due of course for the effort of Mattel in introducing the Color Tier system for its collectors edition.

Aside from Barbie, companions created by Mattel for her were also successfully sold to collectors. These include African American Christie, Steven (boyfriend of Christie), Midge, and Hispanic Teresa. Dolls created to become her siblings and cousins also appeared to be very appealing to collectors. These include Francie, Todd (twin brother of Tutti and Stacie), Stacie (twin sister of Todd), Tutti (twin sister of Todd), Jazzie, Krissy, Skipper, and Kelly.

This year, Mattel celebrates Barbie’s continued success for 50 years. Barbie was actually launched March of 1959.

As Barbie celebrates her 50th anniversary this year, collectors also celebrate as Mattel released new reproduction of 1959 Barbie doll, the original. Many collectors were filled with joy with Mattel’s decision about the 1959 Barbie doll. And in the coming years, they are expecting that Mattel will release new productions of some other well-loved Barbie dolls for them to joy.

Many young girls today are hooked up with collecting dolls like American Girl dolls. Well, this is not that surprising to know as it’s totally fun and exciting to collect some pretty girl dolls and be able to dress them up and buy them some accessories, furniture, books, and presents, like you would do to a real dear friend.

Collecting dolls like American Girl dolls is a good, fun hobby. After getting a doll, you can buy her different cool and trendy clothes and accessories. You can do whatever you want with the doll. If you want your doll to look like sporty or be dressed like a princess, you can. If you also want her to be comfortable like a real dear friend, you can also get her beds, tables and chairs, trunks and other storage cases, and many other furniture options. You can also get her different pets, musical instruments, suitcases, horses and carriages to enjoy.

Also, if you want your doll to meet some new friends, you can bring her to some doll retail locations that offer special activities for doll collectors and their dolls. You and your doll can meet new friends and have lunch or tea. If you wish to have your doll’s hair be trimmed or be cut, it is also possible in these retail locations. You can also visit some online resources and communities for doll collecting. For American Girl doll collecting, for sure you will find lots of these said resources and communities. In these places, you can interact with other collectors and eventually be able to share your doll with them and same thing as they eventually share their doll to you. You can engage yourself and your doll to parties and the like.

However, doll collecting can be expensive specifically when it’s American Girl doll collecting. On the good side, the dolls you may possibly own can become investments. Most especially if they were released long long time ago.

But if you wish not to spend much, you can try looking at eBay and Amazon. In these places you can find retired or used dolls and discounted dolls that are in good quality. Clothes, accessories, books, furnitures and other great stuff for dolls are also available in these places. However, you must be careful and wise in checking of the quality of the dolls and the stuff for them to be sure you’re getting best value for your money.

Barbie is a fashion doll created by Mattel. She was launched March 1959 and from then on has been one of the famous dolls. It is believed that credit for Barbie’s creation and success should be given to American businesswoman Ruth Handler who was inspired by German doll called Bild Lilli and eventually was led to the idea of developing a similar doll but should be called Barbie.

For almost fifty years, Barbie has been a part of every girls’ wish list for Christmas or other similar occasions. She has been one of the kids’ most favorite toys and has been one of the best seller toys online, particularly in eBay and Amazon.

However, although Barbie has definitely been a part of every girls’ life, she continued to be the subject of many lawsuits and controversies, oftentimes involving parody of the doll and her lifestyle. Recently, Barbie has faced stiff competition with Bratz range of dolls which are dolls that have also been so popular to girls.

But despite the lawsuits, controversies, and competition, Barbie remained distinct and really playable. Right now, Barbie already have forty pets including horses, a panda, cats and dogs, a zebra, and a lion cub. She owns a wide range of vehicles, including trailers, jeeps, and the trendy pink Corvette convertibles. Not to mention that she also holds a pilot’s license and operates commercial airliners aside from being a flight attendant.

Barbie has also a lot of friends which makes playing with her more fun. Friends of Barbie actually include African American Christie and her boyfriend Steven, Hispanic Teresa, and Midge. Barbie has also some siblings and cousins, Todd (twin brother of Tutti and Stacie), Tutti (twin sister of Todd), Stacie (Twin sister of Todd), Skipper, Kelly, Krissy, Francie, and Jazzie. Playing Barbie together with her siblings and cousins is actually a whole lot of fun.

Barbie also has a love life. In fact, she has an on-off romantic relationship with Ken Carson or simply Ken. Ken actually was released in 1961 and like Barbie has also been so popular. Both Barbie and Ken have fashionable lines of clothing as well accessories which kids really like.

Dolls have been always a part of every young girls’ wish list for Christmas or other similar occasions. And for years, they have been the most favorite and have been hot toys online, particularly in eBay and Amazon.

Well, all dolls are really playable and enjoyable. However there are some specific dolls that have successfully captured hearts of so many young girls. They have made a difference because of belonging to what is called famous dolls in the world. To name a few, we have Barbie, Super Dollfie, Nicki Fleming, Fulla and Blythe.

Barbie

Barbie is currently the best-known doll. In 1959, she was launched and since then has been very famous and definitely has been one of the most desired dolls by young girls. Barbie has traveled to more than 150 countries and has been known to these countries as a fashion doll with a lot of promising clothing lines. Barbie has also been known for being a distinct doll with lots of pets and vehicles. As of now, Barbie has a panda, a zebra, a lion cub, horses, cats and dogs. And she owns trailers, jeeps, and the trendy pink Corvette convertibles.

Super Dollfie

Super Dollfie is a famous doll and one of the most distinct dolls today. Being a doll and at the same time a figurine, she appears like a usual doll but her joints move just like a figurine which is something young girls really like.

Nicki Fleming

Nicki Fleming is an American Girl doll who has been very popular. She is known for being an animal lover and a doll who loves to face friendship problems which test her loyalty. She has long, curly caramel hair, blue eyes, and original or classic face mold. Just like Barbie, she also has a lot of great clothing lines.

Fulla

Fulla, a doll from Syria, has been popular in the Middle East. She is based on a popular character that designers love. She actually upholds values of Muslims.

Blythe

Blythe is a famous doll with overly-large eyes. She was created in America but has been popular in Japan. She was chosen in the past as an ambassador for Hasbro which actually has something to do with her being a popular doll.

So you own an American Girl doll. Well, as the owner, extra effort is expected from you for your doll to always look best. As the owner, you must know how to take good care of your doll so she will always be presentable. You must know the do’s and don’ts in regards to taking care of your doll.

I myself also own a doll so personally I have my own list of do’s and don’ts in regards to taking care of my doll. And I actually want to share this list to you.

Do’s:

Keep doll away from sunlight. It is not advisable to expose the doll to sunlight most especially for a long period of time. Doll will quickly look old when often exposed to sunlight.

Wash hands before grabbing the doll. Our hands are oftentimes full of dirt and so grabbing our doll without first washing our hands is not a good idea. It is best to wash hands first to make sure they are clean.

Clean doll’s face with baking soda. According to some doll collectors, baking soda can help clean doll’s face and so it will help if sometimes we use baking soda along with water when cleaning doll’s face. However, never rub the baking soda directly to the face. Mix baking soda with water first.

Use good wire brush when brushing doll’s hair. Using other kind of brush is actually a bad idea.

Keep doll in her box if possible. If you can, keep your doll in her box but if you can’t just be sure to clean her up regularly.

Don’ts :

Never place doll near foods and drinks. Some foods and drinks can cause stain to dolls.

Don’t keep your doll in a damp wet environment. Keeping your doll in such kind of environment won’t bring forth any good result.

Never use hair dryer or the like on your doll. Heat can damage your doll’s hair.

Don’t tumble dry your doll’s clothes. Aside from your doll, her clothes are also important. What is she going to wear if her clothes are all damaged? Dolls’ clothes are normally delicate and should not be tumbled dry.

Dolls have been always a part of every young girls’ wish list for Christmas or other similar occasions. And for years, they have been the most favorite and have been hot toys online, particularly in eBay and Amazon.

Well, all dolls are really playable and enjoyable. However there are some specific dolls that have successfully captured hearts of so many young girls. They have made a difference because of belonging to what is called famous dolls in the world. To name a few, we have Barbie, Super Dollfie, Nicki Fleming, Fulla and Blythe.

Barbie

Barbie is currently the best-known doll. In 1959, she was launched and since then has been very famous and definitely has been one of the most desired dolls by young girls. Barbie has traveled to more than 150 countries and has been known to these countries as a fashion doll with a lot of promising clothing lines. Barbie has also been known for being a distinct doll with lots of pets and vehicles. As of now, Barbie has a panda, a zebra, a lion cub, horses, cats and dogs. And she owns trailers, jeeps, and the trendy pink Corvette convertibles.

Super Dollfie

Super Dollfie is a famous doll and one of the most distinct dolls today. Being a doll and at the same time a figurine, she appears like a usual doll but her joints move just like a figurine which is something young girls really like.

Nicki Fleming

Nicki Fleming is an American Girl doll who has been very popular. She is known for being an animal lover and a doll who loves to face friendship problems which test her loyalty. She has long, curly caramel hair, blue eyes, and original or classic face mold. Just like Barbie, she also has a lot of great clothing lines.

Fulla

Fulla, a doll from Syria, has been popular in the Middle East. She is based on a popular character that designers love. She actually upholds values of Muslims.

Blythe

Blythe is a famous doll with overly-large eyes. She was created in America but has been popular in Japan. She was chosen in the past as an ambassador for Hasbro which actually has something to do with her being a popular doll.