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22. May 2016

Little Darlings Dress Up

The Little Darlings were invited to a Facebook Anniversary party. And found there were no Little Darling frilly, smocked, or lace dresses in their cupboard! Well, not enough to go around...

05. May 2016

Leaving Asa's Open House, Priscilla was feeling...good! We all saw it. Sweet and smiling, Priscilla offered her little friend Gabby a ride back to Dolltown. She wheeled the flower cart, with Gabby in "Princess Gabriella" mode, through the meadow and to the Bridge. By the time they arrived, Priscilla was puffing a little and found herself wondering how she had gotten roped into this good deed. You offered, Priscilla! I did not, she humphed. And with that we knew the Asa effect had worn off. We...

07. February 2016

First Nations Ernie, with Family, in The Community Center

In Dolltown, Ernie and some of his relatives gather in the Community Centre. Ernie introduces his son Abe, and his daughter, teen mom Chacha. His sister Mokidin, shown here in the 1st photo, goes to get Chacha's baby and her nieces.

06. February 2016

Flashback! Ernie Welcomes New Arrivals to Dolltown

Last spring Ernie, now playing a long time resident of Dolltown's surrounding valley, welcomed new arrivals Priscilla and Fancy Nancy. Priscilla is not happy. Well, ever. Fancy Nancy is. Always.

18. September 2015

Dianna Effner Little Darlings...

It's time to talk about the Little Darlings. These pretty dolls are sculpted by the oh-so-talented doll designer Dianna Effner. Dianna has sculpted many dolls, in porcelain and cloth, and vinyl. The Little Darlings are a 13" vinyl doll with 5 points of articulation. They have painted eyes and brushed bodies. Dianna has several artists working with her, or who have trained with her, to paint these dollies for the many doll lovers who have discovered the Little Darlings, and want one. Or more....

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Ana's Aphabet Book

Here's our super cute book! Available on Amazon! It has several Dolltown characters, all helping kids to learn the basic sounds of English. A is for Ana...