1. Hobbies & Games

1980s Dolls: Dolls, Artists, Trends

The 1980s were an exciting time for dolls. Modern doll collecting was legitimized and took its place in the doll world; many great doll artists developed, and Europe again gained importance in the doll world. Explore doll artists and dolls from the 1980s, plus the culture of the times.
  1. Cabbage Patch Dolls

Cabbage Patch Dolls: Where Are They Now?

Whatever happened to Cabbage Patch Dolls? All about the fad and their history. Are they collectible today?

About Lee Middleton

Information about doll artist Lee Middleton and the doll company she founded in 1980.

1980--Century in Shoes

A very in-depth look at 1980s shoe styles.

1980s Culture and Fashion--What Made The 80s

Site with wonderful information and a great sense of humor--don't miss the Big Hair Gallery, the 1980s blonde jokes, and a pictorial tribute to leg warmers.

Dolls From the 1980s

Haven for dolls of the 1980s-- Rainbow Brite, PJ Sparkles, Ginny, Punky Brewster, and more!

Faith Wick Original Sculptures

Site where Faith Wick, a doll artist who first became known in the 1980s, is selling dolls from her personal collection. Information on Faith Wick and photos of many of her dolls.

History of Lee Middleton

More in-depth about Lee Middleton and her history of dollmaking and her doll companies.

Lee Middleton Dolls

The official site of Lee Middleton Dolls.  Includes a tribute to Lee Middleton Urick, who died in 1997.

Lee Middleton Original Dolls

The renown Lee Middleton got her dollmaking start in 1978 and she was one of the best-known artists of the 1980s. Find out some of the history of Lee and her company at the official Lee Middleton site.

Strawberry Shortcake Dolls

  Kenner's darlings from the early 80s are featured in this page from Kaylee's Korner.

The 80s Server

Site devoted to all things 80s--fads, fashion, trends and more. Updated frequently.

The Bad Fads Museum: Cabbage Patch Dolls

They were a cultural icon...and, to some people, including the curators of this online museum, a bad fad AND the biggest fad of the 1980s

Hot Holiday Dolls for Children 2011

Hot Holiday Dolls for Chidlren 2011--The Best in Dolls 2011

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