Convention update

The convention packet arrived this week and I can't wait to share the details. Have you registered yet for Chattanooga? What are you waiting for? Click on the nifty David Wolfe graphic to the right...more to come.

Do Not Disturb by Sandy Vanderpool

Sandy Vanderpool's dolls are pretty fabulous. She'll be at the convention in Chattanooga, with many wonderful things for sale.

Morgantown Deadline Approaching!

If you're staying overnight before or after the March 28 luncheon, be sure to call the Morgantown Holiday Inn soon -- the $83 per day room rate is only available through Feb. 27. 

Be sure to mention the luncheon to get the special rate. Call the front desk at 610-286-3000 to make your room reservation. If you need more information, click on the lovely photo to the right.

Above: More inspiration for the Charles James theme, this time from the fabulous Jim Howard. This is from his paper doll book, "Couture: Sublime Fashions of the 1950s." You can order the book by clicking here.

Valentine Cut-Out Doll Book c. 1940s

Valentine for a Teacher, c. 1940s

Charles James by Tom Tierney

More inspiration for the Morgantown Paper Doll Luncheon Dress-A-Doll. Our theme is Charles James, and some lucky person will win a paper doll with a Charles James wardrobe created by collectors, artists and would-be artists. Click the lovely photograph on the right side of this page for more information.

Children's Play Mate Magazine, 1938

Valentine paper doll, c. 1940s

I found this in a shop in Glendale, AZ, site of today's big game. A clever variation in which the slacks fold into place over the doll. Not a perfect fit, but cute nonetheless.