Cabbage patch kids brand dolls became one of the most popular toy fads of the 1980s. How to sell original cabbage patch dolls our pastimes. After colecos bankruptcy, the hasbro toy company took over the rights to produce the cabbage patch kids dolls and began marketing them to younger aged children. Dec 15, 2016 when cabbage patch arrived in 1983, materialism had reached a new high. Unfollow 1980s cabbage patch doll to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Your cabbage patch dolls can be just as welldressed as you are. There were fistfights between parents, near riots outside stores and. Cabbage patch kids i remember my mom coming to pick me up in kindergarten and surprising me with my first cabbage patch doll. The weird, rabid history of the cabbage patch craze. But even the grubbiest cabbie can clean up fabulously with a little love and elbow grease. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your. Magic eraser is strong enough to get out some of the darkest stains and wont harm your cabbage patch doll s vinyl face.
Wash your cabbage patch dolls hair with baby shampoo. Every child wanted to adopt a cabbage patch doll, and as christmas approached, the search for the dolls became frantic. That year, cabbage patch kids had been released for sale in the united states, causing a tremendous demand for the product. Find great deals on ebay for cabbage patch dolls 1980. Rinse out all of the baby shampoo out when you are finished. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your basement. More than 3 million of the oneofakind dolls were delivered to stores but that wasnt nearly enough to meet consumer demand. Vintage 1980s cabbage patch doll cabbage patch dolls. According to the cabbage patch kids website, they became the best selling new doll ever to be introduced to the toy market. You can change a dolls clothes according to the holiday or season, or they can even wear swimsuits. In 1982, xavier roberts began marketing his famous soft sculpture dolls, previously called little people, as cabbage patch dolls.
Cabbage patch dolls, 1980s doll lot xavier roberts cabbage patch kids lucky penny shop. Check out our 1980s cabbage patch selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our dolls shops. In its first year, over 3 million cabbage patch kid dolls were sold. Originally created in 1978 and called little people, these dolls are still popular today. Get the best deals on vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 when you shop the largest online selection at. With numerous doll accessories and clothing available, its easy to customise a cabbage patch kid.
Original cabbage patch doll produced by coleco early 1980s. Watch our product feature video for a cabbage patch dolls lot. Cabbage patch dolls xavier roberts introduced the world to his little people or cabbage patch kids in 1976 in new york and sold the rights to a major toy manufacturing company in 1982. Original 1980s cabbage patch baby doll with birth certificate. This retro vintage style doll showcases blonde yarn hair, blue eyes, a soft body, plastic head, and baby powder scent all reminiscent of the original cabbage patch kid look and feel. Unfollow cabbage patch dolls 1980 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Cabbage patch dolls, 1980s doll lot xavier roberts. How much is a 1985 cabbage patch doll worth answers. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre 1990 cabbage patch kids, known as cpks for short, are a line of softbodied dolls that are just waiting to be adopted. Vintage 1980s cpk blonde cabbage patch kids girl doll signed ok tag coleco lot. The unique names given to the cabbage patch dolls included edwin nicholas, cora delilah, william jack, rose katniss, emily jane, destiny raine and jared benjamin.
Cabbage patch doll brown hair eyes stamped xavier roberts 19781982 highchair. Your vintage cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands. The cabbage patch riots were a series of violent customer outbursts at several retail stores in the united states in the fall and winter of 1983. Sep, 2011 the value of any collectible like the sonya olive cabbage patch doll can vary depending on the condition of the doll, its box, and whether or not you have the certificate of authenticity. When cabbage patch arrived in 1983, materialism had reached a new high. Most valuable cabbage patch kids in 2018 updated list.
Vintage cabbage patch doll 1983 i remember trying to push pennies into her mouth. The company changed the name from little people to cabbage patch kids and went on to sell millions of the dolls. Discover value, price guides and vintage dolls by xavier roberts for your collection. Yello80s cannot identify or price any cabbage patch kid dolls or products. Is your cabbage patch kid worth hundreds of dollars. In 1982, coleco bought the rights to mass market the dolls and cabbage patch kids came to define the word fad in the 1980s. Were here to help you find the perfect cabbage patch kid to join your family. Blanche has a little bit of blonde hair on top and brown eyes, and a pacifier in her mouth. If the doll s hair is tangled, apply a small amount of baby oil and then use a comb to work out any knots. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Make offer 2005 cabbage patch doll baby bald blue eyes dressed good condition.
Sometimes he signed each cheek, and sometimes he was known to sign the front of a dolls outfit. Highchair has a small crack on the back see pic it does not affect its wear. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 for sale in stock ebay. New cabbage patch kids dolls sneak peak at the nyc toy fair kids toys duration.
They experienced popularity in the 1980s, and original cabbage patch dolls made before 1990 are considered vintage. The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls. If youre anything like me, visiting local thrift stores on the hunt for neglected dolls to rescue is a thrilling treat. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
In 1983, a cabbage patch kids doll was a 16inch doll, usually with a plastic head, a fabric body, and yarn hair unless it was bald. Here is a list in alphabetical order of some of the cabbage patch kids that were adopted in the 80s and 90s. The information you find on the cabbage patch pages is as up to date as possible and for entertainment only. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 cabbage patch kids, known as cpks for short, are a line of softbodied dolls that are just waiting to be adopted. Many of the cabbies i have come across have been well filthy. Coleco sold more than 3 million dolls by the end of. Sizes of the dolls were reduced but sales continued to stay level. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune antiques. The toys r us line lasted until play along toys obtained exclusive licensing rights to produce the cabbage patch kids doll line.
This retro vintage style doll showcases brunette yarn hair, brown eyes, a soft body, plastic head, and baby powder scent all reminiscent of the original cabbage patch kid look and feel. It was 1979 when xavier roberts and five of his friends developed the little people originals dolls, a loveable but odd looking childrens toy that would soon become known as the cabbage patch kids roberts, a sculptor from georgia with a love for sculpting and quilting, was the manager of. Xavier roberts signed every little people doll and every cabbage patch doll. Babyland general hospital in cleveland, georgia remains a top tourist attraction and special event locale. Before he struck his claim to fame though, he had relatively humble beginnings. I promise to love my cabbage patch kid with all my heart. Mar 20, 2020 the official cabbage patch kids story tells of a young boy named xavier roberts, who was led by a bunnybee through a waterfall, down a long tunnel, and out into a magical land where a cabbage patch grew little children. The iconic toy has been an official olympic mascot 1992 the cbk. Had one like this named lauren corrine 80s kids, kids girls, popular toys. During the 1980s, xavier roberts unique cabbage patch kids erupted into immediate popularity. A friend told me about getting a doll named reagan corissa. She didnt like the name and wanted to change it to victoria ann. It seemed that every mom and dad in the united states spent frantic days searching for cabbage patch kids to put under the christmas tree.
What made them so desirable, besides the fact that they were huggable, was both their supposed uniqueness and their adoptability. The unique names given to the cabbage patch dolls included edwin nicholas, cora. Boys, girls, and collectors can enjoy these pre1990 cabbage patch kids. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as needle molding. I will always remember how special my cabbage patch kid is to me. When we asked the bafm community what your cabbage patch doll was called, we were blown away with the names. There are many places to find info, and i dont want to just copy from other sites, so the info on this page is only what i know. Vintage 1980s cabbage patch kids doll blonde hair girl retro collectable 17. The price will probably only get higher with time since kirsten is one of the original three of a famous doll line. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as. At the same time, people were becoming fatigued by electronics the last popular doll, baby alive, ate food and pooped it into a diaper. Since 1978 authentic cabbage patch kids and little people created by xavier roberts, cuties, adoptimals, and other cabbage patch toys and gifts are available at. If the dolls hair is tangled, apply a small amount of baby oil and then use a comb to work out any knots.
The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls currently available for sale. In december, they are featured on the cover of newsweek. When you find some old beauties sorely in need of a spa. Cabbage patch kids are a line of soft sculptured dolls sold by xavier roberts and registered in. The official cabbage patch kids story tells of a young boy named xavier roberts, who was led by a bunnybee through a waterfall, down a long tunnel, and out into a magical land where a cabbage patch grew little children. Magic eraser is strong enough to get out some of the darkest stains and wont harm your cabbage patch dolls vinyl face. Mar 02, 2005 still, whenever i see a cabbage patch kids doll, i get that giddykid feeling along with a rush of nostalgia. The cabbage patch kids toys go on record as the most successful new doll. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The cabbage patch kid is by no means the most valuable collectors doll to.
In the early 1980s, the toy industry gave birth to a new doll. The 28 most expensive dolls ever made and how much they are. This adorable vintage style cabbage patch doll comes with a unique name, birth certificate and adoption papers. Dolls from the 80s, vintage cabbage patch dolls, xavier roberts, cabbage patch kids dolls, blonde hair blue eyes, troll dolls, white headband, collector. The doll brand was one of the most popular toy fads of the 1980s and one of the longestrunning doll franchises in the united states. The most common 1980s cabbage patch doll material is cotton. Collector information, identification my cabbage patch kids. Most stores at the time typically only stocked between two and five hundred.
The cabbage patch doll promised a return to simplicity. She is in very good condition other than the spots on her jammies, ive included a photo. Cabbage patch kids names from the 80s and 90s be a fun mum. Cabbage patch doll creator xavier roberts with a group of cabbage patch kids in 1983. Cabbage patch dolls for sale shop with afterpay ebay. The original cabbage patch kids were completely soft, even their heads. This retro vintage style doll showcases blonde yarn hair, blue eyes, a soft body, plastic head, and baby powder scent all. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 for sale in stock. For those who werent around for the great cabbage patch kids craze of the 1980s, its hard to convey the intensity of it. By the end of the year almost 3 million of the cabbage patch kids toys have been adopted but demand has not been met. Today, cabbage patch kids preemies and accessories are easily available on sites like ebay and etsy. Cabbage patch dolls, 1980s doll lot xavier roberts cabbage. Cabbage patch kids werent actually born in a field of vegetables, but out of the entrepreneurial mind of a 21yearold art student, xavier roberts, in helen, georgia. When he was asked to help, roberts agreed to find loving homes for these cabbage patch kids.
What is a list of the names of cabbage patch dolls. Get the best deals on cabbage patch dolls when you shop the largest online selection at. Get the best deals on cabbage patch kids 1987 when you shop the largest online selection at. Cabbage patch kids clothes, cabbage patch kids dolls, vintage cabbage. Cabbage patch kids craze born in 1980s antique trader. On all the little people dolls created from 1976 1980, the dolls were hand signed by xavier roberts using a permanent marker.
Vintage cabbage patch doll mine looks like this but wears a red print dress. In 1983, a new craze was born when the cabbage patch doll became available to the public. The cabbage patch kids toys go on record as the most successful new doll introduction in the history of the toy industry. I have only focused my collection on vintage mass market cabbage patch kids from the early 80s, so i will only share info about cpk from that time period. Vintage 1983 cabbage patch kids boy preemie doll pacifier hat. For instance, your doll can wear glasses, sneakers or hair barrettes. Wash your cabbage patch doll s hair with baby shampoo.
The cabbage patch kids join the young astronaut program and christopher xavier becomes the first cabbage patch kid to journey into outer space as. The dolls are just so darn likable, and even now i can still see the appeal. Shop for cabbage patch doll clothes online at target. With thousands of cabbage patch kids ready for adoption, you are sure to find your. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of dollars. Jul 21, 2012 cabbage patch dolls, 1980s doll lot xavier roberts cabbage patch kids lucky penny shop. Original cabbage patch dolls are still sought today by. These were the dolls that were originally called little people before their names changed to cabbage patch kids. The value of any collectible like the sonya olive cabbage patch doll can vary depending on the condition of the doll, its box, and whether or not you have the certificate of authenticity. The cabbage patch dolls hit the scene in the early 1980s and came complete with adoption papers for the new parents.
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