Barbie Collection Catalog - Vintage Clothing Continues

 Sometimes when I am putting these outfits on the dolls I forget that they are well over 50yrs old.  Most have held up very well, even having been played with, but you really need to be careful with items like tights, socks and gloves.  I poked a tiny finger through one of the beautiful long black gloves, it doesn't show BUT I know it's there!

I think the Barbie paks were the greatest thing since sliced bread.  I wish I had more of them, the mixing and matching would be such fun!  The Knit paks consisted of 6 different clothing types: top, long full skirt, pants, dress, top and short set and a slim skirt.  Colors offered were gold, royal blue and multi striped.  There was also an accessory pak with a straw hat, purse and shoes.  These are the only items I have from these paks.

Knit Paks - Top and Skirt  1963 (Owner Original)

What a beautiful suit!  I am surprised the jacket was not lined though.

Career Girl #954 1963-64 Complete (Purchased)

Since I lived in a northern climate growing up and ice skated from the time I could walk, this was one of my favorite Skipper outfits.  I need to find her new skates.

Skating Fun #1908 1964-65 Incomplete (Owner Original)

School Days # 1907 1964-65 Complete (Purchased)

Dreamtime #1909 1964-65 Incomplete (Purchased)

Flower Girl #1904 1964-65 Incomplete (Purchased)

As always I appreciate you stopping by and welcome your comments.  I will be taking a break from cataloging the clothes until the new year.  But I may be doing a little holiday sewing for the ladies so feel free to stop in!

Barbie Collection Catalog Project - Vintage Clothes Continues

   I have been lucky to have been able to add a few ensembles to my collection over the years.  Only one of the outfits below is from my original childhood collection.

1960-64 Silken Flame #977 Complete(Purchased)

1962-1965 Red Flare #939 Complete(Purchased)

1964-65 Silk n' Fancy #1902 Incomplete(Purchased)

1964-65 Dress Coat #1906  Incomplete(Purchased)

1961-64 Orange Blossom #987 Incomplete(Owner Original)

This dress is badly stained. I have tried everything to clean it to no avail. Luckily the lace overskirt hides it.

1962-64 After Five #934 Complete (Purchased)

1962-1963 Belle Dress Pak (Purchased)

Barbie's Pak outfits were wonderful ways to add to your dolls wardrobe without breaking the bank.  The Belle dress was one of the most popular I think. It came in 3 colors: orange, blue and this lovely pale pink.

1964 Victory Dance #1411 Complete (Purchased)

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Skipper 'Sunny Pastels' #1910 1965-1966

This is the last of the Christmas gift outfits. Skooter is wearing Skipper's 'Sunny Pastels' which matches Barbie's outfit 'Fun n' Games'.  A pretty candy striped shift dress with a pink and sequin leaves, matching tote bag, pink flat shoes and white socks.  A perfect dress for a summer day out with your big sister!

I have the matching dress (only) for Barbie but it needs some repairs.  Now that I have Skipper's dress I will be more motivated to repair it so they can wear them together.

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Skipper 'School Days' # 1907 1964-1965

I am not sure why they called this outfit 'School Days' as Skipper had an outfit called 'School Girl' and this is a matching outfit to Barbie's 'Knitting Pretty' outfit.

Anyway, this is such a cute outfit with pink pleated flannel skirt, crisp white short sleeved blouse and matching pink cardigan with tiny gold bead buttons.  The socks here are white, but also came in pink, with black flat shoes.  A wooden bowl of yarn (again what does this have to do with school days?).

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Friday Fashion - Mod Sister Outfits

Mod matching sister outfits (say that
three times really fast).  Both are made
from vintage patterns.

Catching Up

Sorry it's been awhile, not sure where the
time goes.  So let's catch up.......

Before Christmas I found a few good
deals.  The first one was this 1971 Marlo
flip TNT Barbie.

It's funny I was looking for one on Ebay
to put on my Christmas list and found her
at a local indoor flea market about a week
before Thanksgiving.  I hardly ever make finds 
like this around here.

She is in great shape, good face paint and
her legs click 3 times. Her hair is reddish
brown (might be turning brassy from age).
Her forehead curl is sparse but it is there.
A bonus was she was wearing outfit #1476
(minus the slippers), which can be hard to find.

She is my 1st Marlo flip doll, but she
might not be the last.  I would love a
blonde someday.  So glad I found her!

The next find came about 3 weeks before
Christmas.  This doll wasn't tops on my
must have list but she was a fantastic
buy and now that I have her I love her.

This Julia doll is gorgeous.  She has 
really nice hair and it has oxidized into a 
brilliant red.  She did not have her 
original nurses outfit but came wearing
the Winter Wedding dress.  It has yellowed
and has what looks rust stains on the back
but it is still a beautiful dress.

I am hoping to find her nurses' outfit
or at least a reproduction one.  But
she will fit nicely with my other mod
era dolls.


My last find before Christmas was this
Francie outfit  Mini Check # 1209.

I found this complete on Ebay in
excellent condition for a great buy.
I never had a lot of clothes for my
Francie doll growing up so am trying
to add to wardrobe when possible.
Those knee socks are soooo groovy!

Christmas Goodies

Lucky me got everything I asked
for for Christmas.

This gorgeous lady joined my other
Model Muse swimsuit gals.  Her hair
is even more beautiful in real life.  I may
either pick it out a little or remove it from
the rubberband to get a fuller afro, not
sure yet which I'll do.  Only one left
of these ladies to get to complete the
set.

 Francie Go-Granny-Go #1267.  This
outfit is complete and in excellent condition!
It even has the little record AND record
jacket.

  


















Skipper - Silk n' Fancy and Dress Coat 
#1906.  I have always wanted this outfit
to with Barbie's Silken Flame and Red Flare.

  


















Ken - Saturday Date #786.  I didn't have
a Ken growing up, so I am trying to 
build a vintage wardrobe for the
vintage Ken and Allen I acquired some
years ago.  I think this brings their
wardrobe total up to 3 outfits.....they
definitely lag behind the ladies! 

My birthday is next Saturday, so I am
expecting more great Barbie gifts! 

I Was Good This Year!

Santa thought I was a good girl this year
and gave me some very nice presents!

Some arm candy for the ladies.  Great
Date Ken, aka Edward and Movie Date
Ken, aka Andrew.  My collection of
Kens with rooted hair grows!

Of course the guys need proper attire to take the
ladies out!

Some furniture and accessories for future dioramas.
They will need a coat of paint though!

Trying to expand Francie and Skipper's wardrobes.
The Francie 'Gad About' outfit is a reproduction. 
The groovy pink polyester pants suit is for Francie/
Becky.  Not sure if it is a reproduction or vintage, will
need to do some research.  The Skipper 'Town Togs'
is vintage, only missing the belt! The Skipper
Fashion Avenue is super cute, love the little jeans
jacket.

Saw this doll and had to put her on my
list.....she is so cute and different from
past Barbies, very Poppy Parker.  Trying
to decide on her name.....it will come to me.

Hope everyone had a great Christmas!

Dreamtime #1909 1964-1966 and Handmade Pajamas

Scooter and Skipper are ready for a pajama party.  Scooter is wearing Dreamtime.  This outfit is not complete, missing all the accessories.  The robe is also very faded and in need of a good washing.  Skipper is wearing a pajama and robe set I made a few years ago.  The robe is a little voluminous.

Scooter's Dreamtime pajamas are in very good condition.  The elastic is still holding up well, too.  Skipper's pajamas are somewhat plain but cute on her.

Vintage: Repurchased

Handmade:  Owner

Heart &' n Flowers #1945 - 1967

Skipper in Hearts 'n Flowers

Skipper goes mod in the is cute outfit. Dress has a knit bodice (sorry forgot to take pic) attached to a miniskirt with matching blazer. Her accessories include matching hat, knee high socks, yellow booties and purse. Once again she is missing her books but has the belt to hold them.

Vintage - Owner original

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Happy Birthday #1919 - 1965

Skipper in Happy Birthday

Skipper's all ready for the party in this adorable dress with petticoat and picture hat. This set came with a birthday cake, candles, invitation, party favors, and a present......all of which I no longer have. I am also missing the little white gloves and her shoes were white but she could only find one, so the black flats will do.

Vintage: Owner Original

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Skating Fun #1908 - 1964 - 1966

Skipper in Skating Fun

It may still be hot and humid here but Skipper is dreaming of snowy winter days. She's ready for the skating pond in her one piece tights, skirt, fur hat and muff. She's gonna need some new skates though as these have lost their blades. But she sure looks cute!

Vintage: Owner Original

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School Girl # 1921 - 1965- 1966

Skipper in School Girl

Lil' sis, Skipper is looking smart for her first day of school in this classic outfit. But she's missing her school books, ate the apple she was suppose to give the teacher and can't see a thing without her glasses (all missing items).

Vintage: Owner Original

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Fashion Pak - Party Pink. 1965 - 1967

Skipper in Party Pink

Skipper is ready for the party in this cute little pink and lace dress. This same dress pattern was used in #1904 Flower Girl but in yellow.

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