This is the thumbnail for a #DoApick game, in which we choose which doll and which doll dress we want to take to a 1970’s square dance. The image shows a vintage Skipper in a white top and red floral skirt. To play along, click on the image and view the YouTube Shorts video to choose which doll and which outfit you would choose from a selection of three options. The background behind the cell phone image is purple with a rainbow of clouds in green, yellow, and blue arching behind the cell phone, reminding us of a bygone era. The text reads, “Do a Pick” followed by “at a square dance.”

Let’s Do a Pick — Take your Barbie Dolls to a Square Dance!

  If you weren’t alive in 1972, then you probably think the early 70’s were all about hippies and Woodstock. But actually, pioneers were in fashion, and a favorite TV show for family viewing was Little House on the Prairie. I remember my parents participating in square dancing as a fun event for couples, and it was very popular from 1972 all the way through … Continue reading Let’s Do a Pick — Take your Barbie Dolls to a Square Dance!

The image is a a blue square frame surrounding two photos of a Judy Littlechap doll. In the left photo the Judy Littlechap dolls wearing a handmade bathing suit or swimsuit or bodysuit. In the right hand side photo, Judy Littlechap models a pink satin dress with a large bow at the front of the dresses bodice. The text above the photos reads "Judy Littlechap Gallery of Free Sewing Pattern" and if you click on this blog post, it will take you to a page of free printable PDF sewing patterns for making a wardrobe to fit Judy Littlechap dolls and similar sized dolls.

FREE 13 Inch Remco Judy Littlechap Doll Clothes Patterns (Gallery)

Please click on the doll clothes you would like to make. Not what you’re looking for? Behind the scenes, I’ve been creating a series of classes in doll clothing design techniques, so you can design your own doll clothes for your dolls, using simple techniques, household tools, and your amazing imagination! Click on this link to learn more about my paid courses on the Creative … Continue reading FREE 13 Inch Remco Judy Littlechap Doll Clothes Patterns (Gallery)

The image shows a cell phone, and on the cell phone is pictured the whole family of Littlechap dolls, a vintage family of doll by Remco. The text reads, "do a pick" followed by "the little chap family of dolls" on a purple background with a blue, green, and yellow cloud or rainbow background.

Let’s “do a pick” with the Littlechap Family of vintage dolls! #DoApick #vintageDollCollector

The Littlechap Family of dolls includes: Doctor John Littlechap His wife, Lisa Littlechap Their teenage daughter, Judy Littlechap Their younger daughter, Libby Littlechap What’s the story behind this game? When I was a kid, whenever it was playtime with dolls, we would lay out all our dolls and their clothing items. Then we would “do a pick.” That’s where you take turns picking which doll … Continue reading Let’s “do a pick” with the Littlechap Family of vintage dolls! #DoApick #vintageDollCollector

This Do-a-Pick game thumbnail shows a 1970s Ken doll wearing "Shore Lines" doll clothes with flippers and a windbreaker that zips down the front. The text in the thumbnail says, "ken doll boyfriend bribe." There's a colorful yell, blue, and green rainbow or cloud behind a cell phone that has the Ken image on it. All of this is on a purple background.

Let’s Do a Pick — Mom’s boyfriend bribes you with a new Ken doll… #DoApick #vintageDollCollector

Today’s “Do a Pick” game features the following: Talking Ken in Beach Clothes Talking Ken in Breakfast at 7 Regular Ken wearing Shore Lines What’s the story behind this game? When I was a kid, whenever it was playtime with dolls, we would lay out all our dolls and their clothing items. Then we would “do a pick.” That’s where you take turns picking which … Continue reading Let’s Do a Pick — Mom’s boyfriend bribes you with a new Ken doll… #DoApick #vintageDollCollector

Here we see a vintage pink-haired Troll doll, made by the Dam company, framed by a purple, blue, and white frame, upon which it says "doll of the day" and "Trolls."

Doll of the Day: Trolls

Today’s “Doll of the Day” image is a troll doll. Do you have one? Do you wish you did? Feel free to leave your thoughts and memories regarding these dolls in the comments section. If you’re wondering why today’s blog post is so short, please read the blog post entitled, “Please keep me in your prayers!” And as always, please show your support by spreading … Continue reading Doll of the Day: Trolls

The blue square background shows circular images from various vintage doll clothes sewing patterns surrounded by music notes, a sewing needle, and the words, "inspirational music for sewing doll clothes."

Inspirational Music Video for Sewing Doll Clothes — Please add it to your playlists! #Sewing #DollClothes

As my regular followers already know, I’ve been terribly sick lately. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, please read the blog post entitled, “Please keep me in your prayers!” While I was confined to more-or-less bed rest, I had nothing better to do, so of course, I’ve been hand stitching doll clothes, but when I looked for “Inspirational sewing music” on YouTube, I … Continue reading Inspirational Music Video for Sewing Doll Clothes — Please add it to your playlists! #Sewing #DollClothes

Two Lammily dolls face each other with Roman style arches behind them. The doll in the foreground is Lammily's "photographer" doll, an African American doll with a black afro hairstyle, a white gathered top, a turquoise colored mini skirt, and the doll holds a camera. Just beyond her is Lammily's "Traveler" doll dressed in a white flowing toga, with a gold belt. Her hair is done up in a high bun, with gold ribbons. She holds a yellow-gold wooden lyre. The text says, "Lammily," and below that, "Doll of the Day."

Doll of the Day: Lammily

Today’s “Doll of the Day” image is the Lammily doll. Do you have one? Do you wish you did? Feel free to leave your thoughts and memories regarding these dolls in the comments section. If you’re wondering why today’s blog post is so short, please read the blog post entitled, “Please keep me in your prayers!” And as always, please show your support by spreading … Continue reading Doll of the Day: Lammily

Here we see a vintage Steffie face mold Teresa doll, made my Mattel, framed by a purple, blue, and white frame, upon which it says "doll of the day" and "Teresa."

Doll of the Day: Teresa

Today’s “Doll of the Day” image is Mattel’s Teresa doll. Do you have one? Do you wish you did? Feel free to leave your thoughts and memories regarding these dolls in the comments section. If you’re wondering why today’s blog post is so short, please read the blog post entitled, “Please keep me in your prayers!” And as always, please show your support by spreading … Continue reading Doll of the Day: Teresa

Here we see a vintage Crissy doll, made my Ideal, framed by a purple, blue, and white frame, upon which it says "doll of the day" and "ideal Crissy."

Doll of the Day: Ideal’s Crissy Dolls

Today’s “Doll of the Day” image is Ideal’s Crissy doll. Do you have one? Do you wish you did? Feel free to leave your thoughts and memories regarding these dolls in the comments section. If you’re wondering why today’s blog post is so short, please read the blog post entitled, “Please keep me in your prayers!” And as always, please show your support by spreading … Continue reading Doll of the Day: Ideal’s Crissy Dolls

Here we see a vintage Tammy doll, made my Ideal, framed by a purple, blue, and white frame, upon which it says "doll of the day" and "ideal Tammy."

Doll of the Day: Ideal’s Tammy Dolls

Today’s “Doll of the Day” image is Ideal’s Tammy doll. Do you have one? Do you wish you did? Feel free to leave your thoughts and memories regarding these dolls in the comments section. If you’re wondering why today’s blog post is so short, please read the blog post entitled, “Please keep me in your prayers!” And as always, please show your support by spreading … Continue reading Doll of the Day: Ideal’s Tammy Dolls

This is the thumbnail for a #DoApick game, in which we choose which vintage carrying case we would choose. The image shows a vintage Mattel World of Barbie trunk. To play along, click on the image and view the YouTube Shorts video to choose which doll carrying case you would choose from a selection of three options.

Let’s Do a Pick — Which doll carrying case would you pick from this vintage collection? #DoApick #vintageBarbie

Today’s “Do a Pick” game features the following: Barbie Ballet Box World of Barbie Trunk Skipper Carrying Case What’s the story behind this game? When I was a kid, whenever it was playtime with dolls, we would lay out all our dolls and their clothing items. Then we would “do a pick.” That’s where you take turns picking which doll or dolls you’ll play with … Continue reading Let’s Do a Pick — Which doll carrying case would you pick from this vintage collection? #DoApick #vintageBarbie

This is the thumbnail for a #DoApick game, in which we choose which vintage Barbie doll to play the parts of Liesl von Trapp, Marta von Trapp, and Louisa von Trapp, choosing between a vintage Francie doll, a vintage Skipper doll, and a vintage Tutti doll. The image shows a vintage Skipper doll wearing a coat and beret, and walking across an alpine meadow. To play along, click on the image and view the YouTube Shorts video to choose which doll you want to play with in a game of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “The Sound of Music.”

Let’s Do a Pick — This time we’re playing Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “The Sound of Music” with dolls! #DoApick #vintageDollCollector

Today’s “Do a Pick” game features the following: Vintage Francie Vintage Skipper Tutti doll What’s the story behind this game? When I was a kid, whenever it was playtime with dolls, we would lay out all our dolls and their clothing items. Then we would “do a pick.” That’s where you take turns picking which doll or dolls you’ll play with and which outfits or accessories … Continue reading Let’s Do a Pick — This time we’re playing Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “The Sound of Music” with dolls! #DoApick #vintageDollCollector