Collecting Disneyana
| August 31, 2010 | Posted by Dawn under Disneyana |
Disney entertainment has been part of the American lifestyle since 1923. During this time it has captured the hearts of millions of fans across the world. This love affair with Disney has spawned a large group of Disney memorabilia collectors. As the hobby has blossomed into a number of different channels, the term Disneyana has… more
Understanding the History of Hummel Figurines
| August 25, 2010 | Hummel Figurines |
Whether you’re a seasoned Hummel collector or someone who is just considering getting started, understanding the history of Hummel figurines will help you understand why these unique pieces have touched so many people with their beauty, simplicity and value. Although Hummel figurines made their first mark on the world in 1935, their true history dates… more
A Beginner’s Guide to Antique Collecting
| August 23, 2010 | General Antiques |
The reasons for collecting antiques can be as varied as the people who collect them. Some people first become interested in collecting as children, collecting anything from baseball cards to dolls, coins, stamps or even insects. Others don’t begin collecting until their adult years. That interest may be prompted by some significant event, being given… more
American Girl Dolls
| August 16, 2010 | American Girl Dolls |
The American Girl Doll collection provides fun imaginative play for children with clever educational twists using furniture, clothes and accessories from different periods of history, all combined in a cute, playable child’s doll. This is a collection of 18-inch dolls, all depicting the American Girl throughout various historical periods from 1764 to 1944. The American… more