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The Handbook of Doll Repair and Restoration was a first when it was published in 1979. It is still a first--in its completeness and detail. This is a responsible book, subscribing to the view of true doll collectors: Do nothing to an antique doll that will compromise the authenticity and reduce its value. Whether a doll is a museum rarity, one of many common antique dolls, or a collectible, Marty Westfall's book will lead you through procedures to restore it. The exquisitely detailed step-by-step directions make it possible for collectors, dealers, even those who own just one or two treasured dolls, to make necessary repairs without reducing value. The techniques that author Marty Westfall used from 1973 to 1979 and set down in this book are just as practical today. Her aim was to help the beginning restoration artist, and the information is just as valuable to even the most sophisticated collector. In easy-to-follow directions The Handbook describes how to set stationary and sleep eyes, restring compo bodies, refurbish old wigs and make new ones, repair ball-jointed bodies, clean and repair kid bodies, make cloth bodies, mend chips and cracks, replace missing fingers and toes, and cope with other damages. The Handbook encourages those who wish to learn the art by taking them by the hand and showing them how to get started. At the back of the book is an updated list of suppliers for those who lack ready access to sources of repair materials. Other helpful information includes a chapter on how to distinguish between a legitimate replica doll and a fake made with the intention to deceive and another on how to determine whether a doll has been mended, even if the repair is soskillfully done that it is not readily apparent. Thousands who began using this book as a guide have gone on to develop profitable careers in the restoration field. The same procedures to restore dolls work in restoring other porcelain objet d'arts, such as figurines.

With over 800 full color photographs and almost 200 catalog pages and vintage ads, Nippon Dolls & Playthings will become THE guide for your newest hobby. Valuable historical information is provided, as well as answers to frequently asked questions, and backstamps information. Handy doll and plaything inventory sheets are an added bonus, and accurate pricing information assures collectors that they have correct values. In addition, facts on deciphering Nippon bisque head doll marks are included. The hundreds of photos showcase not only all-bisque dolls, but composition dolls, children's porcelain items, bisque head dolls, and celluloid dolls and toys. 2001 values. 8.5 x 11.

Doll - A doll is a model of a human (often a baby), a humanoid (like Bert and Ernie), an animal or a fictional character (like a Troll or a Smurf), usually made of cloth or plastic. Sometimes, intended as keepsakes or collections for older children and adults, it could be made in wood, porcelain, bisque, celluloid or wax.

Doll by Doll - Doll by Doll was a London based rock band. Jackie Leven formed the band i 1977.

Catherine Ashton, Baroness Ashton of Upholland - Catherine Margaret Ashton, Baroness Ashton of Upholland (born 20 March, 1956) is a Labour member of the House of Lords. She was made a Life Peer in 1999.

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2005. For personal use only. She has style, she has class and she has an attitude to match! For personal use only. She has style, she has an attitude to match! All rights reserved. ashton drake porcelain doll (C) ashton drake porcelain doll Inc. 2005. For personal use only. Feminine and confident, the Traditions 26-inch Collectible Doll makes a classy statement wherever she goes. Rebecca truly loved the doll, which she named Button Marie, but despite her best efforts to play gently, Button Marie eventually fell to pieces. All rights reserved. Although Rebecca had many other dolls during her lifetime, she always loved her gingerbread doll best of all. TD-260720-3 Made in China Imported She has style, she has class and she has class and she has class and she has class and she has an attitude to match! All rights reserved. Although Rebecca had many other dolls during her lifetime, she always loved her gingerbread doll best of all. Great-Grandma Rebecca tells her extended family about a Christmas she and her family celebrated during the Great Depression. Illustrated with watercolor paintings. Illustrated with watercolor paintings. Illustrated with watercolor paintings. Made from fine tinted porcelain bisque parts Choose from the Joyce, Krista, Valerie, Lynn, Serena, or Cameo doll Enhanced with hand-painted details Only the finest wigs, eyes, and accessories are used Dressed using quality fabrics, laces, and trimmings Spot clean only Model no. Made from fine tinted porcelain bisque parts Choose from the Joyce, Krista, Valerie, Lynn, Serena, or Cameo doll Enhanced with hand-painted details Only the finest wigs, eyes, and accessories are used Dressed using quality fabrics, laces, and trimmings Spot clean only Model no. Rebecca truly loved the doll, which she named Button Marie, but despite her best efforts to play gently, Button Marie eventually fell to pieces. TD-260720 Made in China Imported She has style, she has an attitude to match! For personal use only. She has style, she has an attitude to match! Made from fine tinted porcelain bisque parts Choose from the Lori, Ophelia, Elly, or Jean doll Enhanced with hand-painted details Only the finest wigs, eyes, and accessories are used Dressed using ashton drake porcelain doll.