The first book on Betsy McCall will identify, date and value Betsy McCall dolls. You will enjoy and learn the vintage examples such as the 14" dolls by Ideal; the 8," 14," and 20" dolls by American Character; the 11-1/2" dolls by Uneeda, and child-size dolls of Betsy, Linda and Sandy McCall; to the current line of Betsy dolls by Robert Tonner. Also included are the dolls by Tomy, Rothschild, Horsman & Laramie. The characteristics of the dolls are discussed and hundreds of Betsy's outfits and accessories are identified, including the one-of-a-kind and limited edition clothing. Betsy McCall patterns fill a chapter. 556 color photos.

A glimpse into the rich history of paper dolls is accompanied by many charming manufactured and handmade examples.

Designs and patterns for a variety of charming doll clothing. Tiny Wardrobe: 12 Adorable Designs and Patterns for Your Doll introduces simple yet sophisticated patterns to make doll-size clothes. Each pattern has three sizes, small (8 inches, Middie Blythe Doll), medium (11 inches, Neo Blythe Doll) and large (16 inches, Unoa 1.5 Girl), and the styles can be modified for a wider range of looks by using the colors and types of lace you prefer. From beginners to professionals, this is a must-have book for doll clothes sewing lovers.

Betsy is scared about going to first grade, but it turns out school is a great place. She learns about tadpoles and the true meaning of Thanksgiving, makes new friends, and has more fun than she'd ever imagined. Carolyn Haywood's stories about her irrepressible character Betsy have never been out of print, and now, thanks to dynamic new covers, the Betsy books will find their way onto the bookshelves of modern young readers--and into the hearts of a whole new generation.

Two dolls and 16 costumes reprinted from rare 1937 edition. Includes period playthings and accessories, plus charming black-and-white photos of Shirley wearing the original outfits. 33 full-color illustrations. Introduction.

Keith Masterson, who has been Beth Barry's boyfriend since the sixth grade, decides that he wants to end their relationship. Not sure how to end it, he goes to Jana Morgan for help.

Before becoming the first female private investigator in Botswana, eight-year-old Precious Ramotswe tracks down a thief who has been stealing her classmates' snacks.

Dolly Bureau Volume 2 is a pattern and fashion book for collectible fashion and ball-jointed dolls such as momoko, 12 inch fashion dolls (such as Fashion Royalty doll), super slim 10.5 inch dolls (such as Monster High), 1:6 scale ball-jointed dolls and super tiny (10-12 cm tall) ball-jointed dolls (such as PukiPuki). The book offers full color page photos of pattern designs, followed by to-scale patterns with instructions. Along with patterns for specific doll types, comparison photos of other dolls in these designs are offered, such as Silkstone, Picco Neemo, Deja Vu, Amelia Thimble, and Kelly dolls. Dolly Bureau Volume 2 also features a thorough photographic tutorial of one of the patterns.