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Re: Toy Fair Predictions?
by doll4man＠webtv.net 02 Feb '02

02 Feb '02

I dont know if its so much the new Marilyn monroes FACE thats the problem with it, IT MOST DEFINENTLY I think is the obvious MIsstep in the OUTFIT that is the problem with that doll, The outfit is so FAR OFF its not even funny!! NOTHING like the outfit it ws intended to portray!! The doll itself Is pretty good, The likeness to Marilyn is Better than most of the Celebrity dolls that Mattel has put out! TTYS Kevin

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Re: OT: BIG BEAUTIFUL DOLLS
by Randall C Herman 01 Feb '02

01 Feb '02

I highly doubt that we will see more fashions for these dolls because, if I remember correctly, these dolls have been out for a couple of years and I haven't even heard of anybody who owns one ... Randall

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New Janay at K Mart
by Patricia Feick 31 Jan '02

31 Jan '02

Thanks Suzanne for posting the information about the dolls at K Mart, I will check out our K mart in the coming week and let you know what I find, however, the stores here generally only carry one or two of the Integrity Toy Dolls. I have talked to managers of K Mart, Target and Toys are us about the dolls, and they all tell me that doll collecting in this are is not very popular. And according to my sale on e bay, in 4 years, I have only had 3 sales in Pa. Pat Feick

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New dolls to come
by Pat Brown 30 Jan '02

30 Jan '02

I know this List is all about Candi, and I shouldn't want to mention the names of other dolls, but folks, I have just seen 3 of the most incredible dolls to come this year and I have to share the excitement. If any of you are subscribers to the original FashionDoll Scene newsletter, you know that it is now an online subscription newsletter. Don't worry if you don't take the subscription because in February's Toy Fair issue of Dolls magazine, there will be a 4-page spread for three new dolls by Doug James and Laura Meisner. The dolls are 19.5", come in Caucasian, AA, and Hispanic (ethnic), and are each limited to 300 pieces. I know the prices of these dolls will be daunting to many collectors, but these dolls are worth every penny. I promise, you will not be disappointed. I know this because I personally know the artists and have had long discussions over the past couple of years with Laura about the project. Many of you are already very familiar with their work in the past on Gene and Daisy and Willow. You must know that these 2 designers do not skimp on detail. They meticulously researched the mod fashion designs for Daisy and Willow and filled a fashion doll niche with the "Mod Birds." With their latest collaboration, they have once again attended to accuracy for the couture fashions and have, most importantly, painstakingly developed the engineering on the articulation for these dolls. One day, I expect these dolls will fetch a great deal more in value than the initial investment any of us make. (Yes, I am coming out of the doll collecting woodwork to purchase these beauties. I have long thirsted for a pristine Dollikins and have never come close to finding one that doesn't cost a fortune.) At last I can come close to my ultimate fantasy of a perfect doll--jointing! Lotsa jointing. Dolls can never be jointed too much! I'ma a joint junkie! If I were advising a stock holder about a hot stock to buy, these dolls would be my best tip to a doll collector. Unfortunately, the pics at the FashionDoll Scene website don't do the dolls justice. But they are gorgeous. Anyway, I am feeling my dolly adrenaline and thank you all for letting me emote at you! Regards, Pat Brown

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Re: OOPS...sorry, here's the link: - reply
by SuzW397026＠aol.com 30 Jan '02

30 Jan '02

Lovely gown! Your step-mother is so lucky to be able to sew like this. Her work is also VERY reasonably priced. I'm astounded she felt she could start the bidding at only $5 on this gown. Suzanne In a message dated 1/26/2002 12:11:01 AM Central Standard Time, biz000art(a)yahoo.com writes: << Sorry, I'm in a rush (going to watch a video in a min) and forgot to add the link... CANDI DRESS and JACKET: http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1327341615 Elizabeth >>

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Re: older Candi dolls including Christmas 97/98
by Patricia Feick 30 Jan '02

30 Jan '02

Hi I still have some of the older Candi dolls for sale, including the 97 Christmas Dolls and the I have 2 Sweedish 98 Christmas Dolls left. Please contact me by e mail if you are looking for any of these. I will also be carrying the new Candi Dolls as they are are issued. And I am currently taking preorders. I will be selling these dolls at the same price as Suzanne. I will also carry the Alysa, Janay and Jade Dolls, and will have pictures of all of the dolls that will be manufactured, when I return from the toy fair. I am so happy to see that there is a lot more activity on the board and it now has a new life. I hope that everyone has a wonderful day. Pat Feick kaydee3 on ebay

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OT: BIG BEAUTIFUL DOLLS
by Pat Brown 30 Jan '02

30 Jan '02

Dear CandiChatters, Do you all recall way far back there was the announcement of new line of glamour doll with larger proportions than the regular hour-glass-shaped dolls? There had been a lot of discussion on this List about the dolls because of the dolls' more realistic proportions to many of today's women. Please take another look at the dolls because I think they are lovely. I'm still not certain how the sculpts on the feet got resolved. That was a concern for the creators a couple of years ago and unfortunately, the pics on the website don't show the feet now. At the time, the feet didn't fit delicately into a shoe. Not that feet are a big deal. Afterall, it's the faces of the dolls that I find very appealing. And furthermore, feet on a larger body don't always look like the foot of a waifish Chinese Empress, anyway. If the pics are any indication, I find the facial sculpts and screenings to also be very realistic of women's expressions. And the story line of the dolls is a positive one, too. It's exciting to consider who and what these dolls represent and I would love to see these dolls take off. It's a bold concept these designers are promoting, but one that's time should be here. It seems to me that women, in general, are not built with ant-like bodies and it's about time dolls be made to reflect there's more to a woman's beauty than an hour-glass figure in a size 2 gown. Eesh, that bugs me... Also, the original sculptress for the dolls was the same lady who did the Star Wars dolls from that last 1999(?) episode (I didn't follow Star Wars from the beginning so I wouldn't know now). But I do not know if the project continued with that sculptress. Regards, pat Brown > -----Original Message----- > From: Georgette Taylor > Sent: Tuesday, 01 15, 2002 16:26 > Subject: Big Beautiful Dolls > Dear Friends, > Some time ago you inquired about our Big Beautiful Dolls. It gives > us great pleasure to let you know that the dolls are finally > completed and they will be arriving on January 25, 2002. > It has been a long struggle for us. There was a time when we thought > that we could not make this happen, but I am glad to say that Dasia, > Dena and Dawn can finally be a part of your collection. They have > been produced in a limited edition, so they won't be available for > long! > Many of you have stayed in contact with us over the past two years > and yes it has been two long years and we are really grateful for > your loyalty. > We received many letters from plus-size women who were so happy that > there is now a doll that represents them. We also received many > emails from doll lovers everywhere. We just want to say thank you to > all of you. These letters are what kept us going. We knew that we > were doing something good. > We have great plans for Big Beautiful Dolls, Inc. If you remember, > the dolls come with their own unique story line which you can read on > our website or in our soon to be published news-mag, 3D. > We will be introducing three new dolls this year, so we have our > hands full. If you would like to find out more about what's going on > with us, or to place an order, we have updated our website and you > can visit us at www.bigbeautifuldolls.com > Once again thank you for your support. > Sincerely, > Audrey & Georgette > Big Beautiful Dolls, Inc.

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Question
by Rene O'Brien 30 Jan '02

30 Jan '02

Hi all! While we are on the subject of Candi memories. I have a question: Which era of Candi do you like best? Is it the early beaded creations by Helena, when PD/Mikelman did Candi, Ken Batram's brief relationship with HDS, or the new "attitude" of Candis by Integrity. For me, personally I never collected the older Candis. I saw them in shows but nothing really caught my eye. I do have one of the older ones that I like which is the 1997 Christmas Candi blond. She is pretty. But what REALLY got me hooked was when I saw the "Candi is back" ad in Barbie Bazaar last year with the new and improved Candi, the AA International doll. I believe that was Integrity's first ad of the new Candi. Comparing the older Candis to the Newer Integrity ones I have to say Integrity's Candis' quality are much better. The sewing is consistant, and the face painting always perfect, and the packaging design is great! IMHO Candi can't be in better hands, and I really think she will blossom this year under the hands of Integrity. Can't wait to see the 2002 line. Rene __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com

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Re: Suzanne - reply
by SuzW397026＠aol.com 30 Jan '02

30 Jan '02

Hi all! Gosh, I'm so behind on list mail I'm not sure why my name seems to have popped up but I wanted to thank you all for some of the nice things that I have seen written in a few messages. I want to again express my appreciation to all who support my business. Without you, I wouldn't have a business and you are all deeply appreciated! I very much enjoy my correspondence and phone calls with other collectors. It's always such fun to talk dolls! Suzanne In a message dated 1/29/2002 8:56:17 PM Central Standard Time, jhawkins1320(a)charter.net writes: << I agree about any nice thing you can say about Suz. & she's fun to talk to on the phone too Pat H. >>

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Re: Question
by Randall C Herman 30 Jan '02

30 Jan '02

I have several Candi dolls that I'm crazy about. The Hispanic Candi Secrets with the auburn hair styled in the chignon, beautiful (my favorite)! I also love the Popular Priced Hispanic, the first Retro Candi- the one with black hair, and Bettie Page, and all of the first Retro fashions. The last three times that I tried to thin them out I was completely unsucessful and I couldn't bear to sell any of them. Randall On Tue, 29 Jan 2002 20:36:47 -0500 Pat Hawkins <jhawkins1320(a)charter.net> writes: > I love my Candi 'Secrets'Dolls which I beleive Mikelman did....but I > also am crazy about my newest Candi's from Integrity Pat H. > >

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