This issue looks at What’s New for 2014 in the world of dolls, starting with a look at RubyRedGalleria’s new line of 8-inch BJDs on Page 18 and continuing with more dollmaker premieres on Page 24.

Plus, we have a pattern for a fitted dress with jacket for Ellowyne on Page 20.

All this and more is waiting for you in this issue of DOLLS!

This issue puts the spotlight on play dolls, with features on The Prettie Girls on Page 20; Zeenie Dollz on Page 24; and JC Toys on Page 28.
Plus, we have a pattern for a warm winter jacket for 14 ½-inch dolls such as F&B Toni on Page 34.
All this and more is waiting for you in this issue of DOLLS!

Occasionally, we are lucky enough to encounter
someone who profoundly changes who we are for the better. Eloise “Mom” Goodreau was one such person in my life. I met her in Denver at one of the first Kish & Co. events. She immediately
embraced me like I was her long-lost granddaughter.
Growing up, my grandparents had not been involved
in my life, so I welcomed the love she shared with me.
She is really the only real grandparent I’ve ever known.
From that point on, every time I saw her, she would light up with absolute joy. Sometimes,
she would drop a letter in the mail to tell me what was happening in her life and to find out about mine. My soul smiled when I received a letter from Eloise. She showed me the definition of love in a way I had never quite seen before.

International artists are the focus of this issue of DOLLS, starting with Ukrainian artist Helena Oplakanska, whose one-of-a-kind (OOAK) polymer-clay sculpts
are often inspired by a poem or novel. Then there’s Diamond-Award winning artist Lorella Falconi, an Italian-born artist now living in Canada, who began her
dollmaking career working in porcelain and is now known for her ball-jointed doll
creations. Dutch artist Tine Kamerbeek leans towards whimsical fantasy creations
sculpted from air-dry clay. And another 2013 Diamond Award winner, Mayra Garza of Mexico, finds her inspiration in baby and child dolls.

It’s time once again for one of my favorite issues of the year — the issue where we announce the Public’s Choice winners for our annual DOLLS Awards of Excellence, voted on by DOLLS readers. And what a turnout this year! More than 1,500 of you took the time to mail in your ballot or vote online. We’ll be announcing the details for next year’s competition in our January 2014 issue, so stay tuned!
My other favorite part of our December issue is getting a look at the holiday
treats in store for us, coming from the major dollmakers and individual artists in
the months to come. Whether you’re looking for a gift for a budding young collector
or finding goodies to add to your wish list, you’re sure to find plenty of interest
in this issue!

When I saw Integrity Toys’ new Beauty and the Beast releases, the daring and exciting
role reversal the dolls represent was immediately obvious. Beast is wild and free with long, unkempt locks, knee-high boots, and a hybrid bustier gown and leggings. She’s a vixen and you know she owns whatever she sets out to possess. And don’t mess with her, or she will eat you alive. Beauty, on the other hand, is attractive and timid and almost inexplicably lured by the power of Beast. His facial expression suggests he doesn’t know
if it’s in his best interest to associate with Beast, but he also knows he has no choice. He’s helpless before her power.
Turn to Page 48 to see Integrity Toys’ innovative and mesmerizing take on the classic fairy tale. I hope you enjoy the duo as much as I do.

This issue, we take a look at ball-jointed dolls (BJDs) and BJD artists — but what does that mean, exactly? Ball jointing has been used on dolls for well over a century, and probably on the majority of dolls manufactured today. When you hear people talking about BJDs nowadays, they’re mainly referring to a particular type of doll, one that was designed with the idea that its owner could easily customize it to their liking — not just giving it a change of clothes, but swapping out the eyes, changing the wig, and more! Many BJDs are available unpainted, or with just a very basic face paint, so that the collectors can do it themselves. In short, making it as easy as possible for a doll collector to get
involved in the creative process to whatever extent they choose.

We feature some great artists in this issue, but my mind has been on
another subject for the last couple of days. Doll collectors, by and large,are some of the most civil, generous, and accepting people I’ve met. There are at least as many subcategories of doll collector as there are in any other hobby — antiques enthusiasts, artist-doll collectors, fashion-doll mavens, BJD
collectors, reborn fans, etc. But for the most part, doll collectors enjoy what they enjoy and are perfectly happy to let other fans enjoy other kinds of dolls.

This issue of Haute Doll, has pulled me in despite circumstances. I
never cease to be amazed by the originality and beauty put forth by doll designers. Take Superdoll’s new line — Monoglam. Rich with vibrant, yet muted, monochromatic hues,
these girls interpret a garden party in their creators’ signature style. JAMIEshow also introduces steamy new releases from its Havana Nights line, not to mention the talented 3-D portraiture of Noel Cruz and the inspired couture of Cholo Ayuyao. There’s also a classy and chic coat dress pattern for Urban Vita on page 57. And be sure to check out
the amazing “Paper Figure” by Haute Doll’s very own Bill Kuffel on page 68. These and
more amazing finds await your reading/viewing pleasure.

This month, we’re pleased to feature on our cover “Hope,” Connie Lowe’s newest creation in her popular Sprockets line and a DOLLS exclusive limited
edition. Lowe has good reason to celebrate the feeling of hope this year, as you’ll see if you turn to Page 18 to find out more about the artist and her ball-jointed doll (BJD) creations.

In this issue, we shine the spotlight on the amazing work of Heidi Plusczok, the winner of this year’s Jones Publishing Lifetime Achievement Award. Like every great artist, she’s spent her career refining her skills, trying new things,and developing a unique style. Turn to Page 18 to see how her dollmaking has evolved over the past three decades.

On the Cover: Ellowyne Wilde’s friend Lizette
models “Just Peachy,” featuring a lace trimmed
collar and jeweled buttons, worn with sheer stockings and designer thigh-high lace up boots. This fun new outfit from Wilde Imagination is limited to 1,000 pieces.

This issue marks the arrival of the much-anticipated 2013 Debut of Dolls issue. Its
pages reveal the magic doll manufacturers and artists have conjured up for the year and,in many cases, collectors will view the new offerings for the first time while turning the pages of this issue. If you’re reading this letter, you’re in for a real treat in the ensuing pages.
While I greedily soaked up the images and stories, it felt as if I were catching up with old friends, and seeing the fruits of their recent inspirations was at least as good as my dark chocolate indulgences.

This issue of DOLLS pays tribute to antique and traditional-style dolls, with articles about the lovely sculpted hardwood dolls made by Marlene and Tania Xenis,
the enduring appeal of French bisque bébés, the porcelain creations of Annette
Himstedt, and the 90-year history of Madame Alexander’s doll creations.

Speaking of beauty, this issue is full of examples — from JAMIEshow’s fabulous new furniture collection and Integrity Toys’ Tulabelle line to Tonner’s City Girls. Be sure to check out our new Haute Doll exclusive “Heart Chair” on page 30 by Horsman Ltd. This modern piece for 16-inch dolls is a collector must-have!

This month, we take a peek at the world of miniatures. These tiniest of dolls, not to mention scaled-down furnishings, food, and other trappings, can be amazingly
realistic, as you’ll see in our features on Chef Gina, and Annemarie Kwikkel, but
often include touches of whimsy or outright fantasy, as reflected in the work of Elizabeth Cooper. We hope you enjoy our special focus articles this month, as well as our other columns and features.

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