Lori's Doll Party Challenge

Whoohoo! Today's the day for Lori's Doll Party. Thanks so much for hosting, Lori!

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First off, I have to say, I don't really collect dolls. At least I didn't think I did, until I went around the house taking pictures of the different dolls we have living here. Now, I guess I better say I have a little collection...

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A few weeks ago, my mom gave me (well, actually I asked and then took) the taller bisque doll from her collection. I had the smaller girl, who was lonely and needed a friend. Aren't they so cute together? I know, they need clothes but I think they're pretty cute as they are too!

Bisque dolls are my favorite. I even love these little Japan bisque kids with their chippy paint and all.China head dolls are another doll I really like. The black haired one came from my Grandma N. Blonde china heads are more rare, so I'm told. I bought my blonde lady a couple summers ago at an auction. I think she is so beautiful! Oh, and she proudly wears my Grandma L's cameo.
I love this German half doll. I bought her at an estate sale for $5! I thought she was so pretty with her rosy cheeks, yellow bonnet and pink roses. I didn't know much about half dolls at the time but quickly learned when I got home. Boy, I kick myself now for not buying ALL the half dolls at that estate sale... I put together this Armand Marseille 390. A few years ago I won just the shoulder head on ebay and paid practically nothing. Her face was so sweet and she also had her original wig! Even though she didn't have a body, she needed a home. Last spring I went to a local doll show and found an AM kid leather body. I'm so happy she is now complete!
This little wind up crawling baby is made of celluloid. He was a gift I received in a trade. Don't you just love his flirty eyes!?

Ok, so I'm not really fan of this type of doll, but since she is a bride and because I collect vintage wedding things, I had to bring her home. She only cost me a dollar. I would have felt bad if I hadn't bought her home...

Now, I love my NancyAnn Storybook Groom, Bride and Bridesmaid.

This little composition guy was my Auntie's doll when she was little in the early 40's. I love his little fragile sweater. I know... he needs pants! :o)

Another doll I took, I mean, was given to me, by my Mom is this sweet little bisque bye-lo style baby. I think he looks so happy in the buggy!

One more bisque baby, hanging out in a Wyandotte baby buggy which also belonged to my Aunt. The Hermann mohair bear makes a great snuggly pal for the baby, don't you think?

Oh, and last but not least, I love, love, love, my baby doll heads! I'm sure someone will think it's a little strange to have doll heads on a shelf, but I think they have the cutest faces ever!

Thanks for stopping by. This challenge was super fun! I'm now off to mingle, have fun, and check out all the other dollies that have come to the party too!