*UPDATE NEWS* Special LE $5000 AG Doll on Display *LOOK* - AGP LA

My friend Shawna at Sew4Dolls made a visit to AGP LA and was able to got these great photos of the $5000 AG doll wearing a dress made with real Swarovski crystals.

The doll has already sold, but will remain in store for a limited time for collectors and doll fans to see.

*REVIEW* AG Nutcracker Prince Outfit

Prince Nutcracker Outfit

Hat, Shirt, pants, boots, and belt

The hat is red velvet material, with gold embroidery, gold cord and gold elastic chin strap. It has a black cotton lining. 

The shirt is made from the same red velvet material. It has gold embroidery, gold fringe, and black faux leather. The faux leather doesn’t feel cheap, and it is soft, not stiff. 

The pants are a stretchy cotton. They have a heavier weight to them, not thin. Very nice. 

 

The shoes and belt are faux leather.  The shoes have a hard sole. Velcro opening in the back.

*NEWS* 18" Favorite Friends Dolls - Madame Alexander

Meet Willow, Maya and Brooke!

Coming soon!

*In Store Report* Frozen 2 - WalMart

Walmart has 12" and 16" singing Frozen 2 dolls!

12" Kristoff and Mattias dolls.

14" toddler doll sets.

Where to Find Frozen 2 Wall Art

You can find Frozen 2 wall art at Hobby Lobby, Kohl's Burlington and Ross Stores.

TOY TOURS - Episode 1 *Disney FROZEN 2*

Watch *TOY TOURS* Episode 1

Frozen II will be in theaters November 22! The long awaited sequel is here and there is PLENTY of Frozen Arendelle merchandise hitting stores NOW! Arendelle is the name of the kingdom in Frozen. It is the Norwegian-inspired home to Princess Anna and Queen Elsa.

JCP Disney Boutique has great sales on all of your favorite Disney characters including Frozen. BOGO 40% off selected apparel, toys and accessories!

*NEWS* Pre-Order Max, Your Modern Boy

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A Girl for All Time

*In Store Report* Frozen 2 - Disney Store

Frozen 2 is set for theaters November 22! The stores are full of Frozen 2 merchandise.

Mini doll play sets and 12" dolls.

Plush toys like Olaf, pillows and plush dolls.

*NEWS* American Girl's holiday doll costs $5,000 and is covered in Swarovski crystals

American Girl's latest holiday doll is a one-percenter.

This year's highly anticipated holiday doll will be decked out with more than 5,000 Swarovski crystals and beads. Her cost: $5,000, but only three are available for sale — one at each of American Girl flagship stores in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. 

 

 

The dolls will be on display in those stores, and fans will be able to take selfies with her. American Girl said the doll will remain in stores until December 20, and any buyers will get delivery in time for the holidays.

The doll is as ostentatious as the Mattel (MAT) owned retailer's holiday windows. In a new partnership with the luxury jeweler stores in the three cities will have Swarovski-themed decorations, including crystal-encrusted garlands and 130 lbs of crystal stardust in New York. The holiday windows will be unveiled Friday, November 8, and will be on display until December 31.

 

 

Mattel said this year marks the first partnership between Swarovski and American Girl.

American Girl won't make a less-expensive version of the luxe doll. But it's selling a more budget-appealing and sparkly holiday dress for $36 that can be worn by any American Girl doll.

Retailers around the world are looking to build unique experiences for shoppers to lure them into stores. When Amazon or any number of online shopping options can be accomplished with a tap on a smartphone, stores need to give customers reasons to show up. Mattel's elaborate display is just the latest example.

American Girl stores, which host tea parties, have long been a leading example of experiential retailing. But this year's holiday events are at a whole new level: The company's 17 stores will host gingerbread house decorating and holiday doll hair salons, among other adventures.

The stores in Chicago and Los Angeles will host build-your-own hot chocolate stations and holiday cookie decorating. And at the store in New York's Rockefeller Plaza, American Girl will host a party with recording artist Ciara, featuring crafts, a doll salon, dinner and a violin prodigy.

 

Source: cnn 

Christmas Door for Dolls - Big Lots

 

I found this and it was too cute. Perfect for a Victorian Christmas.

Samantha is modeling it. Even the door know is somewhat fancy. I love the lace like decor metal design on the door window.

Got it at Big Lots! First time in the store so I plan on going back this Christmas season.