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I am considering purchasing a Walmart 'My Life As' 18" doll for my DGD. I am wondering what the quality is? I have purchased 18" dolls from Nancy's Notions and been pleased with the quality. I appreciate your input.
Linda
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind, but now I see. [John Newton (1725-1807)]
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why not take one out of the box and ck and see for yourself.
put off till tomorrow what you can do today, and if you procrastinate long enough, you may never have to do it.
Afraid, I don't know. My daughters were into the American Girl dolls. Wow, that was a long time ago.
I had to google them I never heard of my life dolls they are cute enough but I didn't see any ethnic dolls in that line I got three of the spring field dolls from joanns same ones that nancy notions sells at that time they were only $19.99 useing a 50% off coupon came to ten dollars I like them and enjoy sewing outfits for them lol! guess I'm still a little girl at heart they don't stand on there own I got doll stands with coupons also
I never heard of them either but after googling the doll I think they look very nice for the price!!
When it seems like the world is falling to pieces remember that the pieces are falling into place. We are nearing closer to the End Times.
And the thing about Walmart is they are very good about letting you return things, so I wouldn't be too worried about it.
I checked Amazon and the reviews of them there all seem to be very positive. (But the dolls cost a lot more on Amazon than they do at Walmart!)
Wow, you got them for a steal. Our Joann's doesn't carry them. I have looked at so many dolls today, I can't remember which site I saw ethnic dolls on. Sorry.Originally Posted by mandyrose
PS: I bought one from Nancy's Notions for my DGD and then purchased one for myself so I could try clothes on that I make before sending them to my DGD. When she visited me this summer she had forgotten to bring her doll. So she was delighted to play with mine. I want to add another 18" doll for her for Christmas since I got a chance to see how much she loves mine.
I also bought a stand for Grandma's doll!
Linda
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind, but now I see. [John Newton (1725-1807)]
http://sewextremeseams.blogspot.com/
I just happened to look at the Springfield dolls (at NN) on Amazon and a few of them are about a dollar less. I have free 2 day prime shipping so that makes them even a better deal for me. Yup! I bought one for my DGD.
Linda
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind, but now I see. [John Newton (1725-1807)]
http://sewextremeseams.blogspot.com/
Just googled them at Walmart and they have at least 3 African American dolls. All are very cute!
Oh boy, what you started! I started googling and may be up all night. I LOVE dolls! I have my DD's Giggles doll from about 1967 and the clothes I made for her...just had to keep her. (We did give away her Barbie's and the clothes I made which I've regretted ever since. I learned to knit making a cardigan sweater for Barbie!) She's 18" but I think a bit chunkier than the AG dolls. I got her some bunny slippers and they were just a hair too small....did find some purple shoes to go with her purple corduroy coat and hat. And finally found the pattern online for her clothes. I saved some info a few years ago about how to work with her hair but haven't done it....YET! I want to make her more clothes "some day". Found a great blog....she gives a review of the My Life As dolls and more, Linda, that might help your search:
http://nevergrowupdollguide.blogspot...-dolls-at.html
I didn't realize there were so many new 18" dolls that are much less expensive than the AG dolls. I need to get G's clothes out and washed and post some pics.
I purchased one for my granddaughter and she loves it! It is very similar to the American Girl Dolls!!!
starlite(Jan)
My two girls and two Granddaughters didn't play much with dolls after about the age of eight or so. They are not interested in any kind of dolls as grown ups. Two girls ages 48 & 44. Granddaughters are 27 & 21. We have two Great Granddaughters but they live in Alaska and I don't know if they play with dolls or not. Ages 6 & 4.
I have a big doll collection of non-toy dolls. I loved dolls to play with as a child but those are long gone. Now I only like the fancy dressed ones and the baby dolls. I have most of my dolls put away now. Dusting them is not that much fun.
Another Phyllis
This life is the only one you get - enjoy it before you lose it.
Last yr around December, Target had the 18" dolls (Our Generation was the brand).. There were ethnic ones and they were very well-made, came w outfits, and accessories, and cost about $29 or so. If they aren't in the Target store, you might try Target on-line.
I got sticker shock when I tracked down the American Girl - $100+ thinking of for my DGD. And when step-son says don't do it, she already has every doll ever made - I put on my thinking cap again.
Marysewfun
Marysewfun
Have a great day!
Thanks for the info. Sorry Polly, didn't mean to sidetrack your day. Tomorrow I will post some links for making shoes for the 18" dolls. I have not made any yet but I do have the materials for making flipflops.
Linda
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind, but now I see. [John Newton (1725-1807)]
http://sewextremeseams.blogspot.com/
Polly, here are the shoe links I said I would post.
http://www.snsdolls.com/pattarch/dollshoe/shoemain.htm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SrATG4onPY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW6_ogVwYUQ This one is how to make sandals, really cute.
Like I said, I haven't made any yet. However, with my DGD's December birthday and Christmas, I certainly plan to.
Linda
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind, but now I see. [John Newton (1725-1807)]
http://sewextremeseams.blogspot.com/
Here is the link to a new thread I posted about the doll and a pair of glasses I finally ordered. For me it was much cheaper using Amazon because of my Prime points I was able to apply.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/general...ml#post6892873
I still have my eye on the Life As dolls at Walmart though. I have heard it is ok for Grandmas to spoil DGDs.
Linda
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind, but now I see. [John Newton (1725-1807)]
http://sewextremeseams.blogspot.com/
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