Doll Photography I: Cameras and Scanners
You want to share your doll collection with the world! Learn about photographing
dolls (especially for the Internet) here.
Doll Photography II: Doll Details
Our series continues with information on how to get pictures of those tiny doll details,
doll marks, and small dolls that can be difficult to capture. Learn my secrets here.
Doll Photography III: Lighting and
Backgrounds
More on doll photography--how to light your dolls, what backgrounds to use, and other tips
and tricks to make your doll photos shine!
Doll Photography IV: Software for Photos
on the Internet
The final article in the Doll Photography series concentrates on photo editing software to
help you get YOUR dolls on the Internet.
The fabulous National Doll Convention has ended. Did you miss it? Live vicariously through my complete diary!
Ginny: All-American
Sweetheart
Find out why Vogue's Ginny is so enduring and why vintage Ginny is so hotly sought-after!
Buying And Selling Dolls
Online
Valuable advice on how to protect yourself when buying and selling dolls (or anything!) on
the Internet.
The Allure of the American
Girl
Why the American Girl Dolls are so popular with little girls and their moms; a look at the
phenomena.
Doll Magazine Roundup
It's a jungle out there--a jungle of almost 20 doll magazines published in the USA!
Find your way through the jungle here.
Fashion Femme Fatales
Gene, Tyler Wentworth, Willow and Daisy--they're hip, they're new, and they want a piece
of Barbie's action!
The Garage Sale Hunt
It's still possible to find wonderful dolls at garage sales--find out all the tricks of
experienced doll hunters!
Moving Your Dolls
Your dolls are here. You need to be there. Now what? Tips for moving,
packing, and traveling with dolls.
A Primer For Novices
New to antique doll collecting? Here is information on where to find antique dolls,
and what to look for.
A Brief History of Antique
Dolls--Part I
Queen Annes, Papier Maches and Wax Dolls--if the only dolls you are familiar with are
Barbie and Gene, start here!
A Brief History of Antique
Dolls--Part II
From fashion dolls through the German Dolly faces, our series continues.
How To Collect Dolls
Where to find dolls, and how and why to collect them--helpful hints for new and old
collectors.
Sewing For Miniature Dolls
All the tips for successful small-scale sewing for small all-bisque and miniature
dolls.
