Alternatives to American Girl dolls that are also realistic-looking but less expensive? Extra-challenge: I want African-American. [more inside]
posted by not that girl on Nov 26, 2009 - 15 answers

I had an idea for my sisters Christmas present, help me make it... [more inside]
posted by Marky on Nov 10, 2009 - 6 answers

Can you recommend any feminist princess dolls I can buy for my 6-year-old goddaughter? I don't mind getting her princesses, but they have to be awesome princesses who really are heroes in their own right! Mulan is the best of the Disney princesses, IMO, but I don't really want to give Disney my money. So far all I've thought of are Wonder Woman and She-Ra (not that I can find affordable She-Ra dolls nowadays anyway), but I worry that they won't seem 'princessy' enough for my goddaughter to really appreciate and love them. Lots of pink and fancy clothing is fine, but I want to show her princesses who save the prince (or don't need one, or ditch him for another princess, or whatever) and kick ass on their own. Any suggestions?
posted by mythomane on Sep 27, 2009 - 37 answers

Did I see a little girl holding an orangutang on the streets of downtown Arlington, VA in early June 2008? [more inside]
posted by fontophilic on Aug 18, 2009 - 5 answers

Where can I purchase male baby dolls online for my grandmother? [more inside]
posted by slavlin on Nov 7, 2008 - 3 answers

I draw paper dolls, and I would like to be able to make a dress-up game in Flash out of them. I can find tutorials about making simple dress-up games easily enough, but I have two questions that none of the tutorials seem to answer: one about linked layers and one about "snapping" the outfit in place. [more inside]
posted by shirobara on Oct 14, 2008 - 11 answers

I'm being driven crazy by what is most likely an interesting, artistic hoax. [more inside]
posted by louche mustachio on May 25, 2008 - 10 answers

I picked up this porcelain doll at a thrift store a couple years ago hoping to sell her, but I was never able to identify her age, name, or manufacturer, so I've got no idea what she might be worth. Can you help me identify her? Photos and more details inside. [more inside]
posted by tomatofruit on Apr 8, 2008 - 5 answers

Sewingfilter: Please show me how to design a stuffed animal for my young niece. She wants a doggie doll, but I've never done anything with a snout before. [more inside]
posted by apfel on Oct 2, 2007 - 8 answers

Doll customization-filter: Where to find "Mr. Clear sealer" in the US or Europe? [more inside]
posted by arishaun on Jun 2, 2007 - 2 answers

I just bought an antique Japanese doll and she's in fair condition except for one thing--her silk "skin" is very discolored. How can I make her snow white again? [more inside]
posted by bristolcat on Sep 10, 2006 - 5 answers

Looking for a site with weird dolls/stuffed animals made with parts of a few dolls into weird hybrids. [more inside]
posted by terrortubby on Jul 25, 2006 - 2 answers

What's the name of the 1970/80's era junior's book about a girl living with her old Aunts, discovers a secret room with dolls that come to life? [more inside]
posted by scamper on Jun 26, 2006 - 8 answers

Asian Ball Jointed Dolls Filter -- Can you recommend a reputable American seller/dealer, and what has been your experience with them (the vendor)? It seems like the only ones I can find are foreign companies and I'd rather buy from someplace stateside if I can, unless I'm confident enough in them from recommendations.. [more inside]
posted by vanoakenfold on May 9, 2006 - 2 answers

Can someone explain the American Girl phenomenon? Are they creepy or cool? [more inside]
posted by hendrixson on Jan 9, 2006 - 39 answers

So what's the deal with garbage trucks, tractor trailers, construction equipment and other imposing vehicles driving around with dolls and stuffed animals attached to their grills?
posted by swift on Aug 24, 2005 - 2 answers

Did I dream this, or did there exist a Barbie-esque doll in the 70s whose breasts would grow when you windmilled her arm?
posted by tristeza on Aug 12, 2005 - 14 answers

I'd like to have some custom action figures made, and then mass-produced on a smallish scale.... [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie on Jan 21, 2005 - 12 answers