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Make Cloth Dolls

A Foolproof Way to Sew Fabric Friends

by Terese Cato ...

Create dolls with personality from head to toe with tips from the self-taught artist, weaver, woodworker, and author of Needle Felting.A step-by-step visual guide to making a lighthearted and charming collectible for the doll-lovers you know! Bring these endearing characters to life with patterns you can personalize for a chef, gardener, knitter, mother, scrapbooker, shopper, or lover of all ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Create dolls with personality from head to toe with tips from the self-taught artist, weaver, woodworker, and author of Needle Felting.A step-by-step visual guide to making a lighthearted and charming collectible for the doll-lovers you know! Bring these endearing characters to life with patterns you can personalize for a chef, gardener, knitter, mother, scrapbooker, shopper, or lover of all
... Read more
Barbie and Ruth

The Story of the World's Most Famous Doll and the Woman Who Created Her

by Robin Gerber ...

“Barbie and her creator, the sharp-elbowed gal who built the biggest toy company, have a story to tell.” —TimeBarbie and Ruth is the remarkable true story of the world’s most famous toy and the woman who created her. It is a fascinating account of how one visionary woman and her product changed an industry and sparked a lasting debate about women’s roles. At once a business book, a colorful ... Read more

$9.49 USD

“Barbie and her creator, the sharp-elbowed gal who built the biggest toy company, have a story to tell.” —TimeBarbie and Ruth is the remarkable true story of the world’s most famous toy and the woman who created her. It is a fascinating account of how one visionary woman and her product changed an industry and sparked a lasting debate about women’s roles. At once a business book, a colorful
... Read more
You Don't Own Me

The Court Battles That Exposed Barbie's Dark Side

by Orly Lobel ...

“A hair-raising account of a Barbie Dreamhouse-size Jarndyce and Jarndyce.”—Jill Lepore, The New YorkerThis provocative work spotlights the legal battles between behemoth Mattel and audacious MGA over incredibly successful toys and the ownership of an idea. Law professor Orly Lobel deeply researched this riveting story, interviewing those involved, to draw attention to the contentious debate over ... Read more

$12.29 USD

“A hair-raising account of a Barbie Dreamhouse-size Jarndyce and Jarndyce.”—Jill Lepore, The New YorkerThis provocative work spotlights the legal battles between behemoth Mattel and audacious MGA over incredibly successful toys and the ownership of an idea. Law professor Orly Lobel deeply researched this riveting story, interviewing those involved, to draw attention to the contentious debate over
... Read more
An American Girl Anthology

Finding Ourselves in the Pleasant Company Universe

Edited by Justine Orlovsky-Schnitzler, KC Hysmith ...

Series series Cultures of Childhood
Winner of the 2026 Susan Koppleman Award for Best Anthology, Multi-Authored, or Edited Book in Feminist Studies in Popular and American Culture awarded by the Popular Culture AssociationContributions by Mary Berman, Mary M. Burke, Abigail C. Fine, Juliette Holder, KC Hysmith, Mackenzie Kwok, Esther Martin, Hannah Matthews, Janine B. Napierkowski, Justine Orlovsky-Schnitzler, Samantha Pickette, ... Read more

$17.99 USD

Winner of the 2026 Susan Koppleman Award for Best Anthology, Multi-Authored, or Edited Book in Feminist Studies in Popular and American Culture awarded by the Popular Culture AssociationContributions by Mary Berman, Mary M. Burke, Abigail C. Fine, Juliette Holder, KC Hysmith, Mackenzie Kwok, Esther Martin, Hannah Matthews, Janine B. Napierkowski, Justine Orlovsky-Schnitzler, Samantha Pickette,
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The Toys That Made Us: Polly Pocket

An Unauthorized History of Mattel's Micro Moneymaker

by Maude Campbell, Amy Greenbank ...

Polly Pocket was a toy that took the big world of dolls and put it in a tiny compact. Now The Toys That Made Us: Polly Pocket takes the big world of toy making into a little book.Within its pages is the history of a line that revolutionized the toy shelves from its inception and release in the 90s to its resurgence nearly a decade later, all the way to its ongoing legacy as a toy of infinite ... Read more

$11.59 USD

Polly Pocket was a toy that took the big world of dolls and put it in a tiny compact. Now The Toys That Made Us: Polly Pocket takes the big world of toy making into a little book.Within its pages is the history of a line that revolutionized the toy shelves from its inception and release in the 90s to its resurgence nearly a decade later, all the way to its ongoing legacy as a toy of infinite
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Anatomy of a Doll

The Fabric Sculptor's Handbook

by Susanna Oroyan ...

"At last! A complete book on doll design and soft sculpture has been written." —Virginia Robertson, designer and publisherMaster dollmaker Susanna Oroyan gives you the definitive book on fabric sculpting. Anatomy of a Doll is packed with an abundance of exquisite photographs that capture the best work from dollmakers today. Detailed step-by-step illustrations for an incredible variety of cloth ... Read more

$9.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"At last! A complete book on doll design and soft sculpture has been written." —Virginia Robertson, designer and publisherMaster dollmaker Susanna Oroyan gives you the definitive book on fabric sculpting. Anatomy of a Doll is packed with an abundance of exquisite photographs that capture the best work from dollmakers today. Detailed step-by-step illustrations for an incredible variety of cloth
... Read more
British Dolls of the 1950s

by Susan Brewer ...

Photos, descriptions, and fascinating history for dedicated doll collectors.In the 1950s, a new material—plastic—revolutionized the doll trade and made dolls affordable for people of all classes. This book focuses specifically on British dolls of that decade, offering not only useful information for collectors but a glimpse into the history and culture that surrounded these cherished toys.Along ... Read more

$8.69 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Photos, descriptions, and fascinating history for dedicated doll collectors.In the 1950s, a new material—plastic—revolutionized the doll trade and made dolls affordable for people of all classes. This book focuses specifically on British dolls of that decade, offering not only useful information for collectors but a glimpse into the history and culture that surrounded these cherished toys.Along
... Read more
Barbie Takes the Catwalk

A Style Icon's History in Fashion

by Karan Feder ...

Barbie has always been a fashion icon, with a wardrobe of looks inspired by the world’s great fashion designers, and inspiring them as well with her signature style. From decade-defining designs by formidable fashion royalty such as Dior, Balenciaga, Yves St. Laurent, Pucci, and Chanel, to skateboard culture and rave fashion, Barbie doll’s outfits have reflected the fashion and the time. In Barbie ... Read more

$18.99 USD

Barbie has always been a fashion icon, with a wardrobe of looks inspired by the world’s great fashion designers, and inspiring them as well with her signature style. From decade-defining designs by formidable fashion royalty such as Dior, Balenciaga, Yves St. Laurent, Pucci, and Chanel, to skateboard culture and rave fashion, Barbie doll’s outfits have reflected the fashion and the time. In Barbie
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On Dolls

Edited by Kenneth Gross ...

Some of the greatest thinkers and writers of our age meditate on play and the mysteries of inanimate life.This unusual literary collection contains writings from Baudelaire, Kleist, Rilke, Freud, Kafka, Walter Benjamin, Bruno Schulz, Elizabeth Bishop, Dennis Silk, and Marina Warner.The essays and reflections explore the seriousness of play and the mysteries of inanimate life - 'the unknown, spaces ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Some of the greatest thinkers and writers of our age meditate on play and the mysteries of inanimate life.This unusual literary collection contains writings from Baudelaire, Kleist, Rilke, Freud, Kafka, Walter Benjamin, Bruno Schulz, Elizabeth Bishop, Dennis Silk, and Marina Warner.The essays and reflections explore the seriousness of play and the mysteries of inanimate life - 'the unknown, spaces
... Read more
Designing the Doll

From Concept to Construction

by Susanna Oroyan ...

The author of Anatomy of a Doll "gives us a gift by distilling the spirits found in doll/figure art . . . then explains the fundamentals to pave the way" (Barbara Campbell, editor of Soft Dolls & Animals!).Advance your dollmaking skills with this in-depth guide by master-dollmaker Susanna Oroyan! Susanna introduces you to her concept of "imaginative engineering" with a collection of design ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The author of Anatomy of a Doll "gives us a gift by distilling the spirits found in doll/figure art . . . then explains the fundamentals to pave the way" (Barbara Campbell, editor of Soft Dolls & Animals!).Advance your dollmaking skills with this in-depth guide by master-dollmaker Susanna Oroyan! Susanna introduces you to her concept of "imaginative engineering" with a collection of design
... Read more
Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s: Volume II Grizzly Adams to Play-Doh

Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s, #2

by Jonathon Jones ...

Series Book 2 - Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s
With over 550 pictures and over 75 categories that cover boy and girl toys both, this is the second book in a series that will help to define what 70s playtime was all about. From action figures to general toys to games, this guidebook will give visual examples as well as a checklist on a wide variety of items that were produced during this fantastic decade. Whether you're a collector or someone ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

With over 550 pictures and over 75 categories that cover boy and girl toys both, this is the second book in a series that will help to define what 70s playtime was all about. From action figures to general toys to games, this guidebook will give visual examples as well as a checklist on a wide variety of items that were produced during this fantastic decade. Whether you're a collector or someone
... Read more
Ebay and Beyond: What’s Hot and What’s Not In Antiques and Collectibles

by Jonathon Jones ...

This comprehensive summary, combining text and over 275 images, will take you on a journey encompassing fifteen intense years of online buying and selling experience, and will cover a wide range of antiques and collectibles, from early 18th century porcelain to 1980s action figures, discussing what is hot and what is not for 2014 and beyond.The categories discussed are as follows: Glass, Pottery, ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This comprehensive summary, combining text and over 275 images, will take you on a journey encompassing fifteen intense years of online buying and selling experience, and will cover a wide range of antiques and collectibles, from early 18th century porcelain to 1980s action figures, discussing what is hot and what is not for 2014 and beyond.The categories discussed are as follows: Glass, Pottery,
... Read more
A Picture Book of Dolls and Dolls' Houses

by Various ...

This vintage book is a pictorial catalogue of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century dolls and dolls' houses, republished here in a modern edition with its original pictures and text. Containing authentic photographs and details of origins, this little volume will be of utility to doll enthusiasts, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Many vintage books such as ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This vintage book is a pictorial catalogue of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century dolls and dolls' houses, republished here in a modern edition with its original pictures and text. Containing authentic photographs and details of origins, this little volume will be of utility to doll enthusiasts, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Many vintage books such as
... Read more
Ruth And Barbie

The tale of the world's most renowned doll And a Comprehensive Biography of the woman behind her creation

by millard foulk ...

Discover the captivating story behind one of the world's most iconic toys in "Barbie and Ruth: The Woman Behind the World's Most Famous Doll." Delve into the fascinating journey of Ruth Handler, the visionary creator of Barbie, as she revolutionized the toy industry and captured the hearts of millions worldwide.Uncover the untold story of Ruth Handler's entrepreneurial spirit, from her humble ... Read more

$9.38 USD

Discover the captivating story behind one of the world's most iconic toys in "Barbie and Ruth: The Woman Behind the World's Most Famous Doll." Delve into the fascinating journey of Ruth Handler, the visionary creator of Barbie, as she revolutionized the toy industry and captured the hearts of millions worldwide.Uncover the untold story of Ruth Handler's entrepreneurial spirit, from her humble
... Read more
American Girl Cross-Stitch

Easy-to-Follow Patterns Inspired by the Dolls We Love

by Sosae Caetano, Dennis Caetano ...

This officially licensed American Girl Cross Stitch book comes with 22 easy-to-follow cheeky, sweet, and charming patterns that any Samantha or Molly in your life will cherish.From 1986, when American Girl was known as the Pleasant Company—and debuted with three dolls—Samantha, Molly, and Kirsten—to now, where there is a myriad of doll options, both historical and modern, American Girl has been a ... Read more

$11.99 USD

This officially licensed American Girl Cross Stitch book comes with 22 easy-to-follow cheeky, sweet, and charming patterns that any Samantha or Molly in your life will cherish.From 1986, when American Girl was known as the Pleasant Company—and debuted with three dolls—Samantha, Molly, and Kirsten—to now, where there is a myriad of doll options, both historical and modern, American Girl has been a
... Read more
All Figures Sold Separately

The Library of Disposable Art, #7

by David Macpherson ...

Series Book 7 - The Library of Disposable Art
Can action figures give you happiness?There are many toy manufacturers who certainly hope they do. They made commercials to explain how you can play with them and what joy you should find in these Barbies and G.I Joe.This brief book primarily looks at the commercials for the toy playsets and the extra characters.This is a joyful look at the way the commercials tried to inform our desire and the ... Read more

$0.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Can action figures give you happiness?There are many toy manufacturers who certainly hope they do. They made commercials to explain how you can play with them and what joy you should find in these Barbies and G.I Joe.This brief book primarily looks at the commercials for the toy playsets and the extra characters.This is a joyful look at the way the commercials tried to inform our desire and the
... Read more
Famous Character Dolls

by Susan Brewer ...

Part of the popular Famous series, Famous Dolls celebrates dolls in film, TV, cartoons, books, comics and comic strips, as well as toys such as Hamble in Playschool. It also explores the world of celebrity dolls including stars such as Shirley Temple and Mae West, pop star dolls including Michael Jackson and Cher, and dolls representing royalty. Written by leading doll expert, Susan Brewer, the ... Read more

$8.69 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Part of the popular Famous series, Famous Dolls celebrates dolls in film, TV, cartoons, books, comics and comic strips, as well as toys such as Hamble in Playschool. It also explores the world of celebrity dolls including stars such as Shirley Temple and Mae West, pop star dolls including Michael Jackson and Cher, and dolls representing royalty. Written by leading doll expert, Susan Brewer, the
... Read more
Barbie

Her Inspiration, History, and Legacy

by Robin Gerber ...

Take an enthralling and richly illustrated trip through the official real-world story of the Barbie™ doll—from groundbreaking toy to beacon of female empowerment.Created in partnership with Mattel to celebrate Barbie doll’s 65th anniversary and featuring rare images from their archives, Barbie: Her Inspiration, History, and Legacy is a stunning tribute to the beloved pop culture icon that has ... Read more

$17.99 USD

Take an enthralling and richly illustrated trip through the official real-world story of the Barbie™ doll—from groundbreaking toy to beacon of female empowerment.Created in partnership with Mattel to celebrate Barbie doll’s 65th anniversary and featuring rare images from their archives, Barbie: Her Inspiration, History, and Legacy is a stunning tribute to the beloved pop culture icon that has
... Read more
Dolls of the Tusayan Indians

by J. Walter Fewkes ...

This vintage book contains a fascinating treatise on the dolls of the Tusayan Indians, a tribe of native Americans who originated from the area that is now Tusayan, Arizona. With a wealth of historical information and many beautiful full colour illustrations, this volume will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in the Tusayan Indians or Native American art in general. Contents ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This vintage book contains a fascinating treatise on the dolls of the Tusayan Indians, a tribe of native Americans who originated from the area that is now Tusayan, Arizona. With a wealth of historical information and many beautiful full colour illustrations, this volume will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in the Tusayan Indians or Native American art in general. Contents
... Read more
Collect Value Divest

by Elizabeth Stewart ...

Dr. Elizabeth Stewart, a seasoned appraiser, shares her secrets of the art and antique marketplace. Learn what appraisers don’t want you to know—all the tools to assess value, beauty, provenance, and quality.These real-life cases and rich images instruct on all the Do’s and Don’ts; how, what, and where to collect, the next big thing; clues to identification and worth; online tools for value; how ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Dr. Elizabeth Stewart, a seasoned appraiser, shares her secrets of the art and antique marketplace. Learn what appraisers don’t want you to know—all the tools to assess value, beauty, provenance, and quality.These real-life cases and rich images instruct on all the Do’s and Don’ts; how, what, and where to collect, the next big thing; clues to identification and worth; online tools for value; how
... Read more
Dolls' Houses

A History and Collector's Guide

by Moi Ali ...

Dolls’ houses have a long history, stretching from ancient Egypt to sixteenth-century Bavaria to modern global mass–production. Today, fine collections of houses exist, for example across Britain and America, and of course are still to be found in many homes, both as toys for children and as works of art, to which many hours are devoted. In this book, Moi Ali sketches the fascinating history of ... Read more

$11.69 USD

Dolls’ houses have a long history, stretching from ancient Egypt to sixteenth-century Bavaria to modern global mass–production. Today, fine collections of houses exist, for example across Britain and America, and of course are still to be found in many homes, both as toys for children and as works of art, to which many hours are devoted. In this book, Moi Ali sketches the fascinating history of
... Read more
The Nutcracker and the Mouse-King

by E. T. A. Hoffmann ...

The Classic that Started it All! Millions have seen the beloved Nutcracker ballet, and millions more are enjoying Disney's new take on this classic story in the 2018 film The Nutcracker and the Four Realms. Here is your chance to read the original 1816 story by E.T.A. Hoffman which inspired those wonderful works of art. ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Classic that Started it All! Millions have seen the beloved Nutcracker ballet, and millions more are enjoying Disney's new take on this classic story in the 2018 film The Nutcracker and the Four Realms. Here is your chance to read the original 1816 story by E.T.A. Hoffman which inspired those wonderful works of art.
... Read more
HOW TO MAKE DOLLS

Simplified Guide For Beginners To Dolls Making Patterns, Tools And Materials Benefit, Techniques And Procedures To Troubleshooting Common Issues

by Charles Elsie ...

Are you ready to unlock the captivating world of doll-making and unleash your creativity? Look no further! "HOW TO MAKE DOLLS" is your essential companion for mastering the art of crafting exquisite dolls that will leave you and your loved ones spellbound.Why You Can't Afford to Miss "Crafting Enchantment":Unlock Your Inner Artist: Our book empowers you to turn your creative dreams into reality. ... Read more

$5.36 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you ready to unlock the captivating world of doll-making and unleash your creativity? Look no further! "HOW TO MAKE DOLLS" is your essential companion for mastering the art of crafting exquisite dolls that will leave you and your loved ones spellbound.Why You Can't Afford to Miss "Crafting Enchantment":Unlock Your Inner Artist: Our book empowers you to turn your creative dreams into reality.
... Read more
Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s: Volume IV Star Wars to Zorro

Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s, #4

by Jonathon Jones ...

Series Book 4 - Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s
The last and final installment of the series, this volume has over 850 pictures covering over 35 categories, with some of the larger and more popular toy lines from the decade included within. Star Wars (Includes foreign releases), Stretch Armstrong, Sunshine Family, Super Jrs., Tree Tots, Viewmaster, Weebles, Wizard of Oz, Wonder Woman, World's Greatest Super-Heroes by Mego, and MANY more!This ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The last and final installment of the series, this volume has over 850 pictures covering over 35 categories, with some of the larger and more popular toy lines from the decade included within. Star Wars (Includes foreign releases), Stretch Armstrong, Sunshine Family, Super Jrs., Tree Tots, Viewmaster, Weebles, Wizard of Oz, Wonder Woman, World's Greatest Super-Heroes by Mego, and MANY more!This
... Read more

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