Archive for July, 2010

Why do talking dolls speed up over time?

Saturday, July 31st, 2010
The fiercest: Jenny asked:


I have owned several dolls that have had a string coming out of the back that makes the doll say 3-4 phrases when pulled. (Pee-Wee Herman is probably the most famous one)

With every single one, after 5+ years, the phrase comes out very fast and the voice is really high-pitched.

Does anyone know *specifically* why this happens?

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How do I find out how much porcelain dolls are worth?

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
Jason asked:


My wife has some porcelain dolls laying around & we don’t want to just throw them away in case they’re worth money. Where can I find out how much these are worth if anything?

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What is the book about a young girl that finds a pair of porcelain dolls in an attic that comes to life?

Sunday, July 11th, 2010
jinglezzz2902 asked:


I read this back 10 years ago in grade school and all I remember is that there were dolls in the attic that was more of a family to her than her own family. I also vaguely remember something about one of them breaking. (I could be wrong about that) It’s been bugging me cuz I can’t find it anywhere.

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Where can I find unique Russian gifts like the babushka nesting dolls or the pretty lacquer boxes?

Thursday, July 8th, 2010
Susie asked:


I am trying to find a gift for my mom and she loves gifts from different ethnicities? I recently saw my friend with some Russian stuff like the nesting dolls which are all hand painted and very beautiul and lacquer boxes which are like little gems painted beautifully. My mom would love these but I am having a hard time trying to find these nesting dolls and lacquer boxes.

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