Thank you for the idea of just the doll and blanket first. I didn't think of the politics that might be involved.
For my first doll I've decided to go with "Addison" @
http://www.dinkybaby.com/toddler-patterns.htm
If you click on the pic you'll see what a cutie she is! I already have the pattern and sculpture fabric and she's 18", so the AG patterns will fit her as well. Luckily I have some of those by McCalls. I'll make one with a little quilt and post her, but give me a few weeks.