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American Girl Throwback Part 2: Pleasant Company Catalog!

Last week we took a look at Kirsten and Samantha's collections in a 1991 Pleasant Company catalog I found. (Click here for Part 1) We're going to continue our American Girl throwback today, with Molly's Collection and a few other items...

Here's Molly McIntire!

I just love all of her 1940s accessories. And Molly's dog looks so different, wow!

Her raincoat and umbrella were so adorable!

And, here's the Molly outfits for girls!

The note about the inspiration for Molly's clothes had an actual picture of Pleasant Rowland, the creator of American Girl, as a little girl in the 1940s!

 

Extra outfits and school furniture for the dolls...love these!

In the middle was a mini catalog of "The New Baby Collection" which would be called Bitty Babies later.

There were only two different babies available, but just as sweet as the ones available today.

Nearing the end of the catalog are some extras, like bows for girls & dolls, a doll travel set, bookmarks, luggage, hangers, stationary, and doll dress patterns so you can make the clothes yourself.

There were also historic craft kits available like, a embroidery sampler, victorian valentines, knitting, weaving loom, lanyard kit, and straw ornaments. Each were between $12-$26. You could buy seperately or get a "Pasttime subscription" and you'd get a different craft set in the mail every month. 

And there were activity sets like, paper dolls, a photo album, diary, theater, cookbook, and games!

At the back of the catalog is a message from Pleasant Rowland, so sweet! :)

I hope you enjoyed looking back with me, it was a lot of fun! Which old collection did you like best Kirsten, Samantha, or Molly's? :)

ZigZagFashions Geeky Hello Kitty Doll Outfit Giveaway!

Don't you love when a doll outfit is so cute it makes you smile? That's what happens when you browse the ZigZagFashions Etsy Shop! Ann makes trendy, inspiring American Girl doll fashions with a bit of the unexpected.

And, guess what?! Ann is giving away one of her Geeky Hello Kitty Doll Outfit sets to one lucky American Girl Fan. Before you find out how to enter, let me show you a closer look at the outfit...

This outfit comes with a white t-shirt with Hello Kitty embroidery, black leggings, a knitted hat, and green converse-style shoes. Being a glasses wearer myself, I'm a huge fan of big glasses so I love this shirt!! They are adorned with a hot fix crystal for added sparkle!

The leggings are so soft and fit nicely! While the shoes are plain adorable and match the outfit well. I like the pale green color. 

The knitted hat is a great finishing touch! It's long enough to be worn in a slouch-style or over the ears.

Kenley rocks this outfit and I know any doll would too!

Now, are you ready to enter to WIN?!

Here's how you can:

-First have a Parent's permission (if you are under 18)-you will have to give me your home address if you win.

-In your comment say that you would like to enter

-Go to the ZigZagFashions Etsy Shop (<--Click the link) and take a look around! Then come back to tell me what other outfit your doll would love to wear!

-Say your name or nickname (tell me in the comment or sign the comment with your name)

-Make sure that the email address you use to publish your comment is the one I can contact you by.

Be sure to follow those instructions! Also, I can ship only to the U.S.A. and Canada. You can only enter once, one entry per person.

The last day to enter is Sunday October 5th at Midnight EST. I will pick and reveal the winner on Monday October 6th. I will pick the winner randomly.

When you write your comment to enter it will be saved until I approve your comment. This means you won't see your comment right away, but it will be posted. Please be patient and it will appear after I approve it.

If you are unsure of how to comment or have questions about my giveaways you can find the answers in My Frequently Asked Questions Page. Also, feel free to ask me by comment or email.

Kenley and I wish good luck to all who enter!

American Girl Store Pictures of BeForever Samantha!

My sweet friend Hannah went to the American Girl Store in Minneapolis and snapped pictures of some new BeForever items! She was so nice to send them to share with all of you.

Here's Samantha whole collection and all of her gorgeous outfits! I love the quote on the back of the wall that says "Everyone needs help and I have plenty to give." ~Samantha

Samantha is excited to get a cold treat at the Ice Cream Parlor. Her new meet dress looks very pretty here. :)

Samantha in her Fancy Coat Set with her dog Jip, and accessories from her Holiday Set.

Samantha in her nightgown and with her bed.

Closer look at Samantha's Nightgown.

And some detail of her bed and teddy. :)

Josefina is looking pretty in her new dress with her goat Sombrita.

While Julie's chillin' out in her new groovy Egg Chair! I love this! :)

Thank you so much Hannah for sharing with us!! All of the new items are awesome!

Have you been to an American Girl Store? Do you have any of the new BeForever items? :)