Classic Summer

 I love all of my dolls. But I feel almost a sense of awe when I handle Felicity and Samantha and the items from their original collection.

They are so beautiful, and I love them so much. I wanted them so much as a child, and I feel so lucky that I own as much as I do.

I am so glad that I was careful as a child not to lose pieces like Felicity's sash and lace cap.

I recently went to sale where I was thrilled to be able to acquire Samantha's doll pram and Felicity's summer hat. So naturally, I needed to do a photo shoot!

Beautiful Lissie

I thought it would be funny to have Samantha pushing mini Samantha in the doll pram. 

In fact, I am displaying the pram this way in case it falls, so that her porcelain doll doesn't fall and break.

Squee!

I'm including this picture because you can see part of the top of her hat.

Do you have any very favorite American Girl or other doll items? What really makes you go, "Squee?"

Samantha

This post is just an excuse to show off my newly restored Samantha, in her birthday dress.

I drooled over this dress so hard as a kid. I loved it so much.

Funnily, though, it is not giving me the same warm fuzzy feelings as dressing her in her nightgown did.

Regardless, she is a pretty girl!

Samantha's Bicycle Outfit

I got Samantha's bicycle outfit, so here are a few pictures.

These were the best pictures I could get now. I will take some outside when it is nice.

I actually like her other bicycle outfit more. The embroidery and style of the top reminds me of some of Julie's 1970s clothes, specifically the Peasant Top Outfit.

Still, this is bright and cheerful and it was on sale. It made me smile and hope for spring.

Her spats are my least favorite part. They look cheaply made and fake.

I enjoyed having a new outfit for Samantha, though!

Samantha's Christmas Dress

Samantha is ready for Christmas!

I am changing the dolls into their Christmas dresses, one by one.

Not all of my modern dolls have a Christmas dress, but most of the historicals do. All but Josefina and Laura, in fact.

Today, December 6, is St. Nicholas Day. It's such a fun day to celebrate! Happy St. Nicholas Day!