Happy New Years Eve!

Time to ring in the New Year of 2026! So hard to believe I have been writing this blog for so long, and sharing with so many dolly friends. I have not done a post on past reflections, and this year I decided not to--my new resolutions are just to enjoy what I have, be mindful of what I buy and if it fits into my collection and the space I have, and the direction for my collection. Here are some favorite photos from the archives-

The last one is filled with great sorrow, as Fluffy, our beloved angel, passed away on February 13th, 2025 of this year. Chris and I miss her every day of this year and we have not been able to bring outselves to adopt another indoor cat in her place. We still have out outdoor cats that we adore, but Fluffy filled a place like no other. I hope those who have lost a loved one or a beloved pet make it through the year and you are in  my prayers. Please have a Happy New Year of 2026!

May all your dolly dreams come true in 2026!

 

Virtual Doll Convention Ann Fitzpatrick Sunny Days Tonner Doll

I purchased the Virtual Convention Tonner Ann Fizpatrick Sunny Days back near the end of November when she was debuted but did not have time with the holidays and my upcoming Countdown to Christmas blog posts to take photos of her. She is 12 inches high and is the sister to Grace Fitzpatrick, an exclusive doll of Turn of the Century Antiques/ Virtual Convention and they are debuted in limited editions. There was another Ann debuted that was a wigged version which I would love to also acquire, and I would love to have the Grace as well. Tonner is working with Rachel Hoffman to debut these dolls and I have always been short of funds to acquire these dolls and their accessories. My Ann is so cute and I can't wait to sew for her and do scenes for the upcoming Christmas coming cards.

If you would like to check out the Virtual Convention- click here-

Virtual Doll Convention 

 

The dolls came sooner as Rachel explained because they packaged them themselves at the doll shop and they come in wonderful magnetic boxes. I had a couple of unexpected surprises in my doll box- an extra pair of shoes, a straw hat, a teddy bear for Ann to hold,plus her matching pink sandals as well as her stand!

                                             

Ann by the Barbie Christmas tree

I also have more dolls to show, hopefully I can blog about them before the end of the year! 

Organized -Barbie Grolier Book collection

For a while now, I have been collecting the 1990's Barbie Grolier story books that were a book club series for girls from ages 8-12. I stumbled across them by picking one or two up at a book sale and somewhat getting hooked on them about over a year ago. Very well written by a host of authors, but what is really addicting is the series of dioramas using Barbie and friends and the props for the photo scenes!! I believe I documented some of the books I had acquired in a previous blog post, so this is an updated post with the remaining books I have since added to my collection. I am only missing one more- Barbie and the Resue of the Unicorn, which is the last book in the series I need to acquire. 

 If you would like to view my Flicker album on these books - click on this-

Barbie Book Club Books 1990s 

                     Barbie: Secret of the Three Teardrops- this is one of the two books that was sold with a doll, in historical costume. I am looking to add this doll to my collection.

                         Barbie: The Front Window - the 2nd book that was sold with a doll in historical ccostume. These two books I have but am still looking to add the dolls to my collection. Both books have wonderful sets/ dioramas and photos.

                                 Barbie: The Peasant or the Princess

                                          

                             

                                      Barbie: A Ride for Freedom

                                           

                                  

                                     Barbie: Three Cheers for Becky

                                                

Barbie: Skipping A Beat

Barbie: Little Sisters Keep Out!

Barbie: Skipper's Babysitting Blues

                                     Barbie: Best Birthday Party Ever!

                                              

                             Barbie: Friendship, Not For Sale 

                                           

                                           Barbie: Girl's Best Friend

                                                

                                             Barbie; A Place Called Home

                                                  

                                        Barbie: A Stitch In Time

                                                       

                                   Barbie: Mystery of the Emporer's Teapot

                                                   

                          Barbie: Mystery of the Snowy Woods Inn

                                                      

                           Barbie: The Clue in the Haunted Library

                                                      

Barbie: The Pyramid Adventure

Barbie: A Sea of Friends 

Barbie: The Lucky Skates

               

                                     Barbie: The Clawman's warning

                                                 

                                      Barbie: Shooting for the Stars

                                                   

                                   Barbie: Voyage to Rados