The "Super-Mega-Oh-My-Celestia-What-Was-I-Thinking?!" Lot Has Arrived

Well, actually, I bought multiple lots from the same seller, not just one big lot.

I don't even know where to begin...

40.5 Pounds of Ponies and Dolls! 

The "Little" Box

The BIG Box

How does one eat an elephant?  One bite at a time.  Let's start with the Disney and Barbie Dolls...

Image "Borrowed" from Auction Listing

When I first saw this lot I wondered why there were so many Cinderella dolls in one listing.  Then...I noticed Undersea Party Ariel.  Then I had my "omg" moment when I saw the lot included Mal from the new Disney Descendants line.  Next to Mal is a re-dressed Disney Store Wedding Rapunzel doll (whaaaaaat?)  Had to have the lot.  I couldn't pass it up.  One:  I love the 90's Little Mermaid dolls from Tyco.  Two: Mal.  Need Mal.  Three: Punzie totally a cool bonus.

The last lot of dolls that I won just happened to have Punzie's tiara included (from a Mattel release).  Also, one of the older Mattel Cinderella dolls had a really cool wedding dress.  Movie accurate?  No.  Super cute?  Yes!  I like to think that Punzie is having her "Say Yes to the Dress" moment.  She loves the look, but it's not the one.

So Lovely!

Mal!  I really can't believe someone already decided to discard this doll!  She is complete, too!  Well, okay, she's missing some sort of book accessory (I haven't seen the movie), but her outfit is complete.  I can't wait to find more of these dolls! Edit: I have since realized Mal is missing a plastic clip-on collar for her jacket?  Also, there is a new YouTube webseries "Wicked World" that features cartoon versions of the Descendants cast.  The animation style is the same as the doll design.

"Ever After...What?"

My lovely Undersea Party Ariel doll!  She is missing her hair bow.  Luckily the corsage accessory looks exactly the same as the hair bow (minus two ribbons).

Gee, Ariel, you're looking kinda stiff...you might want to relax.

Now, I didn't notice this lovely when I saw the auction online.  I'm not a huge fan of this particular dress, which is much darker in person.  I'm not entirely sure if I'll be adding this doll to my collection, but I will enjoy her for a little while.

2012 Disney Store 12" Cinderella

Last, but not least, is another treasure - a lovely vintage dress:

Tammy modeling her new dress...more info on Tammy to come!

I have so much sorting and cleaning to do.  Stay tuned for more updates!

Plastic Mermaids & Napcowear Kitty

It's been some time since I last posted.   I started a new job last month and have been very busy.  I've been so busy that I haven't been able to visit my favorite thrift stores!

A few weeks ago I made a quick visit to a Goodwill while grocery shopping.  I was able to find a set of Disney mini-figures I've wanted for quite some time!

A few years ago The Disney Store released a set of dolls that, as far as I know, don't have an actual name.  'Round the net they're known as "Ariel and Her Sisters."  Maybe that's the actual name for the line?  There was also a mini-figure set of the characters in the same style of the dolls.  I waited too long to buy them and, before I knew it, they were off the shelves.

About a year ago, I found one of the mini-figs (Arista) at the same Goodwill store I visited this month.  Just. Arista.  Can you imagine my surprise when I found all of the other sisters at the same Goodwill?  Well, all but Ariel.  Still!  It makes me wonder if they came from the same household.

The mermaids I found are far from perfect: someone or something has chewed their fins!  Not that I mind.  I have them arranged in such a way that I can't see the flaws.

Saucy Mermaids

Other than that trip, I haven't been thrifting.  I reached my threshold today and just had to go!  It didn't matter which store - I needed to thrift!

I went to one of my favorite stores on one of my least favorite days to shop!  The store offers a sale on Sundays and Mondays where nearly half of the store is 50% off.  The toy area, like I expected, was quite barren.

I found the bottom bunk of Clawdeen Wolf's bunkbed.  Just the bed.  It was $0.45, so, yes, it came home with me.

I decided to browse the other aisles when I noticed a cute cat sitting among a bunch of flower pots.  I don't normally buy things like animal shaped planters, but decided to take a look.  As soon as my hand touched it I knew it felt exactly like the Gremlin I mentioned in my last post.  It was made of the exact same type of porcelain.  The paint job was excellent with only a small scuff on the non-display side.  I noticed a rough area on one ear and, on closer inspection, noticed it was chipped.  Although, when looking at the cat, I couldn't see the chip.

I stared at the cat wondering how old it really was.  Vintage, for sure, but antique?  I turned the cat over to see if there were any markings.  It was stamped "C-1118" and had half of a sticker. "...ware. Japan."

Thrift Store Find 10/25/2015

I decided to take a chance on this lovely cat to see if it could help me identify my Gremlin.  When I got home I found that Kitty is from a line called Napcoware.

The NAPCO company (aka North American Pottery Co.) is located in Bedford, OH and began producing porcelain and glassware in the late 30's.  In the late 50's and into the 60's they began importing high quality ceramic pieces from Japan.  Everything from ashtrays to figurines...and especially decorative planters and vases.  In fact, one of the most popular collectibles are their "Lady Head Vases."  Seriously.  Google it.  You'll be glad you did.

The cat is about 6.5" (the yard stick is a bit slanted in the pic, which is why it looks more like 7").  It's a bit dusty, but isn't it cute?  I really love the colors and the sculpt.

My theory that the Gremlin is bone china?  Still not sure.

Is my Gremlin from NAPCO?  Maaaaaybe?  I do have a strong feeling that it is a Japanese import from the late 50's - 60's.

It is true that NAPCO did produce bone china, but I don't know if my Gremlin or Kitty are actually bone china or just high quality ceramic.

What am I going to use Kitty for? No idea, but wouldn't she look cute with some orange and yellow mums?  Hmm...

I had nothing planned for today and ended up thrifting!  Found some really fun goodies and unbelievable prices (I got the Cinderella doll for $0.15!!!!!).

I couldn't resist bringing home the Pikachu and his friend, Pikachu.  Would you believe they both work?  The batteries are 17 years old!  They're so much fun!

Thrift Store Finds 8/22/2015

• G3 My Little Pony Fashion Style Cheerilee - 2006
• Disney's Fluppy Dog (Fanci) - 1986
• Ideal Pepper Doll - 1969
• TWO MIB "I Choose You" Pikachu Electronic Plushies - 1998
• Disney's Cinderella 14" Porcelain Doll by Brass Key - 2002
• Random Plushie Mini Croissant (it crinkles and is now a new toy for my dog)
• Mini Lalaloopsy Tree from the Treehouse Playset - 2012

I also picked up a bag of dolls on the 8th.  I really just wanted the vintage Strawberry Shortcake stockings.  The dolls are pretty much custom bait.  The 2002 Strawberry Shortcake's hair fell out in clumps right after I took this picture!

Thrift Store Finds from 8/8/2015

• Chole Baby Bratz
• Strawberry Shortcake - 2002
• Strawberry Shortcake- 1983
• Unknown Baby Bratz
• Apricot (SSC) - 1983
• Apple Dumplin (SSC) - 1983