CARMEN MIRANDA

CARMEN MIRANDA. A big movie star in the 1940's and part of the Good Neighbor Policy between America and the South American countries during World War II. She brought quite a bit of color into drab lives back then and this set from the 40's captures her look really well.

 

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD - GOLDEN BOOK

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LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD - GOLDEN BOOK. Originally included in the Little Golden Book version of the fairytale, this small set included back and front dolls. I've featured only the front sides here along with a bi-fold background to pose the dolls in front of.

 

JULIE ANDREWS

JULIE ANDREWS. I put this together from the old Lilac Time set, hence the tendency toward purple in some of the outfits. I thought these gowns and separates suited Julie Andrews though and so here are three dolls and some fun fashions for her. 

 

JUNE ALLYSON 1949

JUNE ALLYSON 1949. Here's another example of a paper doll set where the dolls didn't actually look like the star in question. I've attempted to rectify that with my version. There are some lovely fashions here including separates and hats. Along with Liz Taylor and Debbie Reynolds it seems that June Allyson had a large number of sets issued during the heyday of paper dolls in the 40's and 50's.  

THE BALLET CLASS

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THE BALLET CLASS. This set is just too cute. Five little girls and their outfits for both street wear and recital performances.  I have added a tri-fold background to serve as the ballet studio to pose the dolls within. This would make a lovely gift for the dance-minded child if presented in a paper folder tied with a ribbon.