The Christmas season is fast approaching, and what better gift to get for a loved one than a doll. But, what kind should you get? And, after deciding the type of doll, what material should it be made of? We'll take a look at the options and give you information to make an informed decision.
The first step in deciding the best doll for your needs is to consider the age of the person you're shopping for. If they are adult, they will most likely not want it to play with, but rather, sit on a shelf to look at. Unless that is, they want one that can be carried like a real baby. If not, they will not necessarily need it to be made of a material that is durable. Also it doesn't have to feel soft in the hands either.
Unless your doll is intended for an adult, I highly recommend getting one made of vinyl. Vinyl dolls are very nice to touch and hold. In fact, these days, the vinyls is much softer and pleasant than even the vinyls dolls of our childhood. These dolls are also unbreakable. Contrast this with porcelain or artist resin. These dolls are not only less pleasant to touch and carry around, they are more likely to break, especially the porcelain dolls.
The most popular doll types for young girls are American Girl type dolls and newborn or realistic dolls. American Girls dolls are 18 inch dolls that are hugely popular. They are though, pretty pricey. But, there are some good knock off brands that are also very nice. You should investigate Journey Girl dolls. There are others, too. Either way, there many online stores where she can get additional doll clothes for very reasonable prices.
The other option is to get a newborn or realistic doll. If you haven't seen one of these, you've got to. When I say realistic, I mean it. They look just like newborn babies. And yes, some of them are even ugly. That is, if you think that some newborns are ugly like I do. Regardless, these dolls are finely crafted to have all the characteristics of actual babies. In fact, most people have to do double takes to see if they are real or not.
Now, if a child's doll is not what you're looking for, you could consider a collector's doll. Since these are not for playing, these can be made of porcelain or resin. Keep in mid, some collectors dolls are also made of porcelain. So, if you wanted a doll that could do double duty, that might be for you.
Hopefully, this article is helpful for you as you look for gifts for the holiday. Dolls are a great option that can be much more than a short lived toy. In many cases, they are one that can live forever and be passed down to generations.
The first step in deciding the best doll for your needs is to consider the age of the person you're shopping for. If they are adult, they will most likely not want it to play with, but rather, sit on a shelf to look at. Unless that is, they want one that can be carried like a real baby. If not, they will not necessarily need it to be made of a material that is durable. Also it doesn't have to feel soft in the hands either.
Unless your doll is intended for an adult, I highly recommend getting one made of vinyl. Vinyl dolls are very nice to touch and hold. In fact, these days, the vinyls is much softer and pleasant than even the vinyls dolls of our childhood. These dolls are also unbreakable. Contrast this with porcelain or artist resin. These dolls are not only less pleasant to touch and carry around, they are more likely to break, especially the porcelain dolls.
The most popular doll types for young girls are American Girl type dolls and newborn or realistic dolls. American Girls dolls are 18 inch dolls that are hugely popular. They are though, pretty pricey. But, there are some good knock off brands that are also very nice. You should investigate Journey Girl dolls. There are others, too. Either way, there many online stores where she can get additional doll clothes for very reasonable prices.
The other option is to get a newborn or realistic doll. If you haven't seen one of these, you've got to. When I say realistic, I mean it. They look just like newborn babies. And yes, some of them are even ugly. That is, if you think that some newborns are ugly like I do. Regardless, these dolls are finely crafted to have all the characteristics of actual babies. In fact, most people have to do double takes to see if they are real or not.
Now, if a child's doll is not what you're looking for, you could consider a collector's doll. Since these are not for playing, these can be made of porcelain or resin. Keep in mid, some collectors dolls are also made of porcelain. So, if you wanted a doll that could do double duty, that might be for you.
Hopefully, this article is helpful for you as you look for gifts for the holiday. Dolls are a great option that can be much more than a short lived toy. In many cases, they are one that can live forever and be passed down to generations.
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