2020 Holiday Barbie Release

 

Just like everyone else, the Pandemic has had a huge affect on me and my family as well.

To be completely honest I almost forgot about my collection and that tends to happen when your own business sinks to near oblivion.  Concerns over your collection seem irrelevant when you're trying to figure out how to stay safe.

But thankfully, even though the pandemic hasn't ended, we have found a way to keep going in our new 'normal'.  A nice way to think about it is Covid 19 has put time back into our hands and even a chance to find a good deal.

I know many have even taken up selling parts of their collection to those who are still looking to add to theirs and the deals don't disappoint.  I personally would like to thank those who have chosen to sell their prized collection pieces to those who are still looking to complete their set because it made it a lot less stressful for those looking for the gems to complete their collection

But to get to the point of this post, this gem, is a golden gem.  I know some artists believe that this design is lacking but frankly I'm glad for the new look.

Usually we are treated to the classic Christmas colors of Red White and Green, with a touch of Gold but this time, it's all Gold.

 

This design really stands out with the year 2020 itself.  When I look at my collection, these pop out significantly which I haven't seen since the 2009 bright signature pink addition.  I'm also adoring the AA's hair style which is so different than previous years.

I'd recommend that if you can, add this one to your collection.  Due to everyone being short this year, splurging on these beauties isn't going to be so big like in previous years but that's good news to collectors because that means they won't be over saturated in the market and may carry the same value close to the early 2000s or 1990s versions, maybe even more so because it's unique year as well.

You can find them anywhere, I ordered all of mine from Wal-Mart personally but they're also available at Target or many other stores, there are no exclusive shops to one design or the other.

Certainly things have changed, many stores have come and gone too and we are all just flowing through the times.  I hope this post will serve as a little glimmer of hope that life is still going on and we can find our way through these dark times and still come out shining.

I've recently started back hunting full force for this collection and hope to complete it sooner than later and will update the main lists with the 2020 collection pieces!

Happy hunting!

2019 Holiday Barbie Release!

Just when you thought you were over Summer, Christmas kick started back up!

I'm sure many of you have noticed, as have I, that big super stores like Wal-Mart have been making it a habit to shove every Holiday down your throat the minute school shopping ends.  In one aisle you have Halloween, then Thanksgiving, and in the Garden Section Christmas is everywhere along with their signs to encourage Holiday layaway...

But that's not all! The Holiday Barbies for 2019 are on the shelf waiting to be collected!

That's right, it is that time to add to the collection!

However, if you're looking for that 'special' release, the Teresa version, you will have to visit your local JCPenny's or Target as they're the only ones carrying it at this time.

It is a wonder this year, after loosing so many big box stores, that they're still finding a way to limit that special version to one store but Mattel has managed it! So grab yours ASAP before they're gone this year again.

She is a beautiful traditional red wine and white color style dress that mimics a typical candy cane, making her the perfect new addition before the next decade arrives! 

We will be updating our list here shortly with all the info that we have 

collected so feel free to check her out!

2018 Holiday Barbie Release!

 

I know it has been awhile since we updated here but we wanted to give some time for the release of the 2018 Holiday Barbie!  There were so many different rumors, we didn't want to jump the gun but now we have an official release AND it's available in stores today!

3 Different versions, including a Teresa this year!

And what's striking me, and probably what through me off at all the ideas this year, is the dress is strikingly familiar to the very first release, the 1988... but then again, it makes sense as it is the 30th anniversary for the Happy Holiday Barbies! We've also updated the main list with the new additions so look forward to that as well!

It's that Time of the Year! SALE TIME!

Still looking for this year's Holiday Barbie?  How about last years?  Did you know they're both still available on Kmart's websites as well as the Barbie Collector website?

I've even seen some of the 2015 Holiday Barbies available on Wal-Mart.  If you've missed out grabbing these Holiday Barbies, this is the best time of the year to grab them for a great price.

As the Holiday's are coming up, Sales begin.  As I've stated in previous years, as soon as Christmas is over, the Manufactures and big box stores do their best to clean off their shelves.  I tend to find my Holiday Barbies this time of year in the Clearance sections of each of the stores but I got lucky this year and found half off deals on K-Mart.com

I don't know if any of you have noticed lately in your own towns but your local K-Mart may even be going out of business!  That's right, Sears Corporation decided to shut down several of their K-Mart stores and there could be one near you with a Going out of Business Sale!


Also be sure to check your local Facebook sale sections.  I've seen quite a few people selling their Barbies from a relative who passed away or for someone who just is not looking to hold onto them anymore.  Make sure you negotiate though on their price, don't ever be rude (there are a lot of people out there that make demands on other people to change their prices).  Some people just don't know what they have, or they think they're worth more than they are.  If you're polite, people are willing to work with you since they're just looking for a little extra holiday cash and to clear off their shelves.

Have a great day everyone and Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas!

2017 Holiday Barbie is here!

I know it's been awhile and it's been out for a few months now, but the 2017 Holiday Barbie IS out and I just wanted to take some time to talk about her.

She is certainly unique, I was shocked to see how beautiful it was, and the beautiful decorative gold and red accented star just behind her head.

Usually the Holiday Barbies have a new design in dress, maybe their hair is done up special or their face is signature of their artist, but this year she looks like a whole new Holiday Barbie.  In fact, if it didn't say Holiday Barbie, I'd never think she was part of the series because she stands out from all of them.

There are 3 different versions of her this year, the classic Caucasian blonde, African American and Brunette Latino, also known as Teresa in some areas.

Lowest is going for $39.95 at Wal-Mart and Target and of coarse, K-Mart.  You can probably also find them at Toys R Us!

Enjoy the hunt for this collection piece!

Happy Holidays!

1998s are UP and 2009s are DOWN

I'm going to give it some time before I officially make some changes to the price listings but it seems the 1998 Holiday Barbies are making a bit of a combat for whatever reason, if I had to guess it's probably due to they're close to their 20 year anniversary.  On the up side though, the 2009 Holiday Barbies are going down.  I've found a few that people are only asking for $30 for a brand new in box Barbie, whereas it's usually one of the more expensive ones.


The 1998 Holiday Barbie is quite a surprise though, it was an over-saturated Barbie, though pretty, tanked the market along with the 1996 and 1997s... and so on up until around 2002 where the Market seemed to balance a bit more.  Seeing the asking prices becoming $100 to $200 for one of these is more, than high, it's a huge leap from the mere $20 people were asking for not even a few months ago.

So that being said, again I'll watch this for a little bit before I make any major changes as the market can jump around quite quickly, this might just be a fluke for right now, only time will tell.

As for the 2017 Holiday Barbies, still no word yet, which isn't surprisingly given that it's still only March.  We may not see any sign of the new designs until this Summer or just before the release date for that matter, Mattel does like to keep up the anticipation so something to look forward to in the coming months!!

Happy collecting everyone!

2016 Holiday Barbies for SALE on Barbie Collector Website!

Well the year has come and gone and we're already entering the 3rd month of 2017...

Although there is no word on the style of the 2017 Holiday Barbie, stores are still working to sell out of their left over 2016 collections!

This includes Mattel themselves on their http://www.thebarbiecollection.com website.

This website was originally created for serious collectors but it's available to everyone who has an interest in the Barbie series!  On top of their very limited editions, they also include the more common Barbie dolls which also include the Holiday Barbie collections.  They're listed under the 'Special Occasion Dolls' section but you can purchase all the Holiday Barbies directly from them at a sale price of a mere $34.99.  This might seem the way to go right now, just checking out the stores and ordering from stores directly instead of jumping right to eBay because at least you know, getting it from the store, it's in good/perfect shape because it's their inventory, and if it's not delivered up to your standards you're contacting a very confident company who will work to fix your issue for you.

So if you can't find a Barbie for the price you want, you can at least feel good about falling back on a confident seller, like the makers themselves!

Good luck everyone!