Welcome to Grandmaโs House. Serving Up Smiles & Memories. Toys, Nostalgia & The Little Things. XOXO
Did you have this doll? See whatโs in this mystery case. ๐
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#barbiecollection #barbiecollector #grandmagetsreal #barbiephotographer #vintagebarbie
Recognize these dolls? Open another mystery case with me. ๐
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#grandmagetsreal #barbiecollection #barbiecollector #barbiephotographer #vintagebarbie
Do you have any pumpkins at your house this year? Will you carve a Jack-O'-Lantern? I found this tiny pumpkin ๐ a while back and am so amused that it lights up. โข Plus - My daughter did a fun project with the grandkids and decorated pumpkins ๐ with succulents. ๐ ๐๐ป scroll thru to see my pumpkin fun and BTS videos.
HAPPY TWINNING TUESDAY!
#twinningiswinningwithgrandma #monday4dolls #barbiecollectors #barbiephotography #grandmagetsreal
What is your favorite Barbie House? Iโll have to admit that Iโm really enjoying the trip down memory lane with all these vintage pieces I found at the Swap Meet. Which house do you wish you owned again?
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Remember this song? ๐ถ โWhen I was young
I'd listen to the radio
Waitin' for my favorite songs. When they played I'd sing along
It made me smile. Those were such happy times
And not so long ago
How I wondered where they'd gone But they're back again Just like a long lost friend All the songs I loved so well
Every sha-la-la-la
Every wo-o-wo-o
Still shines
Every shing-a-ling-a-ling
That they're startin' to sing's
So fine ๐ถ
#vintagebarbie
#barbiehouse #barbiedreamhouse #barbiecollection #barbiecollector #grandmagetsreal
When you were growing up - did you pretend your Barbie had a family? Look ๐ what surprise doll I found in house #2 in another fancy shoebox. Did you have this?
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#grandmagetsreal #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #vintagebarbie #barbiebaby
Do you like mysteries? I want to know the ending of a movie before I watch it. ๐ Opening these swap meet finds has been a bit suspenseful. Did you have any of the items that were in this house? Iโm trying to identify where everything goes. ๐ฑ
#vintagebarbie #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #barbie #mattel #grandmagetsreal
Do you ever visit museums? As a child, I did not appreciate my mother dragging me to every museum she could find. As an adult, Iโm grateful for the love she had for history, art and enriching my mind. Whenever we travel, Ron and I stop at the local museums. You never know what treasures you might find. Even in tiny towns - waaaaayโฆโฆ off the beaten path. I especially enjoy the toys. Dolls. Barbies. Tiny kitchens. What about you? Do you visit museums?
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#vintagetoys #barbiephotographer #vintagebarbie #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #grandmagetsreal
Did you ever have a Barbie Beauty Center? How about this 1972 one? These were part of the Vintage Barbie items I purchased at the swap meet a few weeks ago.
#vintagebarbie #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #barbiephotographer #grandmagetsreal
Do you have a wish list? What item is at the top? Donโt forget- GOING LIVE AT 11am from @sherrisdollshow
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#dollcollector #dollcollection #grandmagetsreal #dollshow #dollstagram
What doll shows have you been to? Do you want to go to @sherrisdollshow tomorrow? If you are not local join us live at 11 AM PST. THEN At noon we will go live from our โmeet and greetโ in the courtyard and you can meet the other Instagrammers from here. โขIf you are attending- Join us at noon by the courtyard Gazebo - outside the showroom doors. Bring your favorite purchase to show our friends. โขPLEASE SHARE ๐
#sherrisdollshow #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #dollstagram #dollstagramcommunityeventscalendar
Do you own a Totally Hair Barbie? Carol Spencer is the designer of that doll - the Biggest-Selling Barbie of all time. Carol writes about Totally Hair Barbie in Dressing Barbie. Can you believe Carol made me a MINI COPY of Dressing Barbie!
@carolsdazzlenvintage
#dressingbarbie #barbiedesigner #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #barbiephotography #barbiephotographer #carolspencer
Have you owned a Great Shape Barbie? Did you know that I interviewed Carol Spencer - the designer of the Great Shape Barbie โ featured in the Toy Story films?ย ย The doll wore a bold turquoise leotard and striped leg warmers. (Am I the only one old enough to have worn leotards with leg warmers and worked out to Jane Fonda videos?)
๐ Carol Spencerโs Book - Dressing Barbie: A Celebration of the Clothes That Made America's Favorite Doll and the Incredible Woman Behind Them is available on Amazon. #ad Link in bio. A MUST READ for Barbie lovers. โข Iโll share the link to the interview I did with Carol in my stories. It was fascinating to hear her behind the scenes stories from the early days of Mattel.
@carolsdazzlenvintage
#greatshapebarbie #toystory #dressingbarbie #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #grandmagetsreal #twinningiswinningwithgrandma
Did you see the movie Welcome to Marwen? What did you think? It was based on the documentary Marwencol. It is the true story of Mark Hogancamp who created a 1/6th village and photographed it to ease his PTSD. The documentary is well worth watching.
* These photos are when we went to @marwenmovie in 2018 You gotta admit that my BFF and daughter-in-law are good sports to go along with my ideas. ๐ฅ ๐ฟ โค๏ธ
#marwencol #monday4dolls @bella_belladoll #barbiephotoshoot #barbiephotography #barbiephotos
Do you have a favorite Marilyn Monroe dress, movie, song, or photo? She became a fabulous screen icon - then had such a sad ending. It seems she had the fatal gift of beauty - a candle ๐ฏ in the wind. Her white dress photo is the one I remember the most.
#barbiecollection #barbiecollector #barbiephotography #barbiephotographer #marilynmonroe
Whatโs your Instagram story? Iโd love to hear ๐ how you ended up sharing photos on #dollstagram. Iโll be sharing more of my story on the 29th - this Wednesday - at the @batashoemuseum Zoom event - All Dolled Up. Link to register is in my bio.
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#dollcommunity #dollstagramm #dollstagrammer #barbiecollector #barbiecollectors #barbiephotoshoot #barbiephotogallery
Have you ever tried Vegemite? I made sure to add a tiny jar to my Australian edition doll.
Have you seen the Coleโs Little Shop mini groceries? A few years back, Coleโs Supermarket in ๐ฆ๐บ๐ฆ Australia gave a mini brand for every 30$ spent on groceries. They were very popular and the company ran the campaign twice - so you can collect Seasons 1 & 2. They are available on eBay- but shipping from Australia ๐ฆ๐บ ๐ฆ is expensive. I made a box opening video of them - link in bio
Video clip from Good Morning Australia- @morningshowon7 ๐ฆ๐บ
Whatโs the craziest diet youโve ever been on? Once I went on a โbananas only diet.โ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฌ โข Back in the 1990s - Supermodels Kim Alexis, Carol Alt, and Beverly Johnson discussed their โnightmare diets.โ Kim Alexis said, โOne night I was eating only a head of lettuce for dinner. Kelly (another model) walked in and said, โYouโre eating a whole head of lettuce? How could you?โ I cried and said โBut itโs all Iโve had all day. Itโs not even 50 calories.โโ ๐ฅฌ
โขThis doll is a comedic commentary on my life as a fashion model in Paris.
โขThe Barbie portfolio photos were created by @dawsondigsdolls
* The video is from a speaking engagement I did in 2001
#fashionmodeling #karinmodels #karinmodelsparis #dietculture
Would you like to see more behind-the-scenes photos? I enjoy them. I guess it feels like we are getting the โtruth.โ For me, by the time I post the final product, it looks very different than the raw Image. โขI often hear that people feel like Instagram shows a perfect โfilteredโ life. A skewed perspective so to speak. I am guilty of that. I use filters on myself and the photos. An unfiltered life isnโt always pretty. Because of my experiences as a teenage fashion model, I know a lot about photoshopped images. Because my goal on this account is to make you smile, I try to keep it positive and upbeat. So I do filter out the negative parts of my life. BUTโฆ I donโt want any of you to feel like because your life isnโt perfect - you are a failure. No oneโs life is perfect - No matter how polished their Instagram life looks. I have struggled and juggled my way through 58 years of life. I have experienced suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, marriage problems, trouble with my children, serious medical and financial issues. Ten years ago, I was standing in line at a food bank. Shocking but true. โขI like to say that โthe Lord, laughter and lipstick have gotten me through.โ So, this morning I share rare behind the scenes issues of my real life to encourage you that life is not picture perfect. Itโs raw. And hard. BUT I choose life - and I believe that laughter is good for the soul. So I will continue on trying to make you smile - cause we all need more reasons to smile.
My real life is @tonyagetsreal
#unfiltered #grandgetsreal #monday4dolls
Happy Sunday! Do you enjoy wearing stretchy clothes. ๐ณ Iโve gotten so used to wearing pants without buttons or zippers. ๐ How about you? These amazing outfits were gifted to me by @dzastprince and Grandma Barbie is so comfy in them. ๐
What was the last game you played? We played Bananas. I am decent at spelling. My husband, on the other hand, spells very creatively. Even the grandkids know to double check his words. Whatโs your favorite game? โข CHECK OUT my new IGTV if you want to know where I got them. ๐
How do you feel about public speaking? Are you afraid to get on stage and talk? Did you know people fear public speaking more than death, spiders, and heights? โขFor many years, my passion was talking to groups about body image, what true beauty really is, and sharing stories about my teenage modeling experience in the โUgly World of Beautiful Womenโ. I loved using humor in my messages - Because as Mary Poppins sang, โa spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.โ I got over my intense fear of public speaking- because I felt so passionately about my message. Fast forward a decade - and I am able to use my doll photography hobby that I started with my granddaughters - as a comedic commentary on my life during quarantine. These parody Barbies gave me an international platform ( ๐ณYes! I am VERY nervous about all the attention, interviews, and live TV shows ๐ฌ) But - BIG BONUS - I am able to share my message about body image, true beauty and modeling worldwide. ๐ That is something I am passionate about โฅ๏ธ so it was worth getting over the stage fright. ๐
โขLETโS GET REAL
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#monday4dolls
#onesixthscale
#tinythings
#barbiesize
#barbiephotographer
#barbiecollector
#barbiecollection
#dailymini
#modernminiatures
#barbiediorama
#barbiegetsreal #grandmagetsreal #quarantinebarbies #pandemicbarbies
Do you ever ask for help? I will admit that I am very independent. ๐ช My husband might say, โextremely independent.โ ๐ But sometimes I need help. Most days, I do my social media on my own. Ron loves music, he knows so many songs and will give me tips on music ๐ถ WHEN I ASK. (He always reminds me that heโs not a mind reader.) Sometimes, I need him to hold some tiny things in his hands. He will help me WHEN I ASK. If I want him to dress up for a silly twinning picture, he will, WHEN I ASK. We all need to learn to ask for help - whether it real life stuff or just holding a doll. ๐ โข They may not want to be in the photo, but perhaps they will lend a helping hand.
Was your grandma stylish? One of mine was very stylish and the other always dressed like an old lady ๐ต๐ป I will admit that I dress a bit like frump lady. ๐ณ What was your grandma like? ๐ต๐ป๐ต๐ฝ๐ต๐ฟ๐ต๐พ๐ต๐ผ๐ต
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#myownbarbiestyle #barbiestyle #barbiestyledbyme
What TV ๐บ show reminds you of your childhood? For me, itโs Family Affair. I recently binge-watched the series, and it evoked so many memories. The clothesโฆThe decorโฆBuffy and JodyโฆMrs. BeasleyโฆCissyโฆUncle BillโฆMr. Frenchโฆ What TV ๐บ show does that for you?
โข1960s Barbie Family + Accessories: Kenner Easy Bake Oven, Barbie, Barbie Lunchbox, Barbie Dream House, Marlboro Cigarettes, Coca Cola, Maxwell House Coffee, Tupperware, Mrs. Beasley, Classic TV ๐บ
#grandmagetsreal #barbiegetsreal #1960s #familyaffair #mrsbeasley #60snostalgia #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #barbiephotography #barbiephotographer #swapmeetfinds #swapmeet
๐ Did you have a Malibu Barbie? Grandma & Malibu Barbie are getting ready for a beach day. ๐ Isnโt Malibu Barbie looking great for 50? Even with all that tanning? Grandma canโt wait to ask Malibu about her skin care routine.
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#twinningiswinningwithgrandma #grandmagetsreal #malibubarbie #barbiephotography #barbiephotographer #dollstagram #dollstagramm #barbiecollector #barbiecollection
How do you feel about aromatherapy? Whatโs your favorite scent. I love lavender oil - I put some on before I go to bed every night. The tiny bottle of lavender came in an older collectible ReMent set. It looks so cute in photos.
Happy Miniature Monday!
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#grandmagetsreal #rement #rementjapan #tinythings #dailymini #miniatures #dollhousesofinstagram #realisticminiatures #barbiephotography
Have you ever ridden on a motorcycle? I have - back in the day. I actually had a modeling job (1981) with a Harley. โข I had a little fun with my motorcycle photos, can you tell? I got my @harleydavidson dolls out out the attic - along with this motorcycle I found at the swap meet. โก๏ธ watch the video - it actually makes noise ๐ and vibrates. Do you have any of these dolls? Their fake leather is all peeling off ๐ฌ - What a mess.
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#grandmagetsreal #barbiegetsreal #harleydavidsonmotorcycles #barbiephotographer #barbiephotography #barbiephotoshoot #barbiephotos #barbiecollection #barbiecollections
Hello! Where are you at? I am in Southern California - just a few miles from Disneyland or the beach. Iโve been able to photograph my dolls in a lot of fun touristy places. Disneyland, Knottโs Berry Farm amusement park, at the Santa Monica Pier, Huntington Beach Pier, The Hollywood Sign, Harry Potter World at Universal Studios, and even the Mattel Store. My husband would love to move away from the traffic and crowds - but I enjoy Southern California ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ญ ๐งโโ๏ธ Whenever he talks about moving - I say, โIโll miss you.โ ๐
Did you have a Grandma Barbie as a kid? Do you have one now? Letโs pretend my Grandma Barbie is taking a vacation and traveling all over. Remember Flat Stanley? Post a picture of Grandma visiting you and your dolls and Iโll share them in my stories. (Keep it G rated) ๐ต๐ป use the hashtags #grandmabarbiesvacation and tag me @grandmagetsreal Be sure and tell me what city you are in ๐ต๐ปโค๏ธXXOO
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#grandmagetsreal #barbiegetsreal #grandmabarbie #barbiephotographer #barbiephotoshoot #dollstagram #dollstagramm #dollstagrammer #dollcommunity
Happy Mini Monday!! Which of these minis are your favorites? Remember as you start your week that itโs โthe little things.โ My 8-year-old grandson has started collecting coins ๐ช- right now he is concentrating on pennies. Iโm scrounging around in all my drawers, jars, purses, etcโฆ looking for pennies. They donโt mean much to me - but it makes him sooooo happy. Itโs the little things. Letโs try to make someone happy this week. ๐ It can be sharing just a compliment, a smile, or maybe a penny.๐
What โreal-lifeโ items have you repurposed for your mini world? This bookcase was a utensil ๐ฅ ๐ด holder. Scroll through to see my wine ๐ท cork rooster, a business-card holder briefcase ๐ผ, and salt ๐ง & pepper shakers that are diner coffee pots. Miniatures are everywhere if you are looking ๐
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#twinningiswinningwithgrandma
Going live at 11:30 am PST to show you @sherrisdollshow ๐ Have you ever been to a doll show? What was your experience? Iโm hoping to see some Instagram friends ๐ PLEASE SAY HELLO IF YOU COME ๐ and find some Barbie-Sized minis and accessories to share with you. What do you want to see? โข Tips - bring ๐ฐ cash (Not all vendors take credit cards) & Wear comfy shoes.
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#grandmagetsreal #barbiegetsreal #dollshow #barbieshow #tinythings #modernminiatures #barbiecollector #barbiecollection
Are you an Opener or a Saver? People that are true collectors get nervous watching me unbox things. ๐ณ I purchase tiny things to use in my photos - so they ALL get opened. Would you have opened this?
โขPetite Cosmetics by ReMent 2005
#rement #rementjapan #tinythings #dollhouseminiatures #modernminiatures #dailymini #grandmagetsreal #barbiegetsreal #minibrands #unboxing
Did you have this doll? See whatโs in this mystery case. ๐
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#barbiecollection #barbiecollector #grandmagetsreal #barbiephotographer #vintagebarbie
Recognize these dolls? Open another mystery case with me. ๐
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#grandmagetsreal #barbiecollection #barbiecollector #barbiephotographer #vintagebarbie
Do you have any pumpkins at your house this year? Will you carve a Jack-O'-Lantern? I found this tiny pumpkin ๐ a while back and am so amused that it lights up. โข Plus - My daughter did a fun project with the grandkids and decorated pumpkins ๐ with succulents. ๐ ๐๐ป scroll thru to see my pumpkin fun and BTS videos.
HAPPY TWINNING TUESDAY!
#twinningiswinningwithgrandma #monday4dolls #barbiecollectors #barbiephotography #grandmagetsreal
What is your favorite Barbie House? Iโll have to admit that Iโm really enjoying the trip down memory lane with all these vintage pieces I found at the Swap Meet. Which house do you wish you owned again?
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Remember this song? ๐ถ โWhen I was young
I'd listen to the radio
Waitin' for my favorite songs. When they played I'd sing along
It made me smile. Those were such happy times
And not so long ago
How I wondered where they'd gone But they're back again Just like a long lost friend All the songs I loved so well
Every sha-la-la-la
Every wo-o-wo-o
Still shines
Every shing-a-ling-a-ling
That they're startin' to sing's
So fine ๐ถ
#vintagebarbie
#barbiehouse #barbiedreamhouse #barbiecollection #barbiecollector #grandmagetsreal
When you were growing up - did you pretend your Barbie had a family? Look ๐ what surprise doll I found in house #2 in another fancy shoebox. Did you have this?
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#grandmagetsreal #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #vintagebarbie #barbiebaby
Do you like mysteries? I want to know the ending of a movie before I watch it. ๐ Opening these swap meet finds has been a bit suspenseful. Did you have any of the items that were in this house? Iโm trying to identify where everything goes. ๐ฑ
#vintagebarbie #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #barbie #mattel #grandmagetsreal
Do you ever visit museums? As a child, I did not appreciate my mother dragging me to every museum she could find. As an adult, Iโm grateful for the love she had for history, art and enriching my mind. Whenever we travel, Ron and I stop at the local museums. You never know what treasures you might find. Even in tiny towns - waaaaayโฆโฆ off the beaten path. I especially enjoy the toys. Dolls. Barbies. Tiny kitchens. What about you? Do you visit museums?
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#vintagetoys #barbiephotographer #vintagebarbie #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #grandmagetsreal
Did you ever have a Barbie Beauty Center? How about this 1972 one? These were part of the Vintage Barbie items I purchased at the swap meet a few weeks ago.
#vintagebarbie #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #barbiephotographer #grandmagetsreal
Do you have a wish list? What item is at the top? Donโt forget- GOING LIVE AT 11am from @sherrisdollshow
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#dollcollector #dollcollection #grandmagetsreal #dollshow #dollstagram
What doll shows have you been to? Do you want to go to @sherrisdollshow tomorrow? If you are not local join us live at 11 AM PST. THEN At noon we will go live from our โmeet and greetโ in the courtyard and you can meet the other Instagrammers from here. โขIf you are attending- Join us at noon by the courtyard Gazebo - outside the showroom doors. Bring your favorite purchase to show our friends. โขPLEASE SHARE ๐
#sherrisdollshow #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #dollstagram #dollstagramcommunityeventscalendar
Do you own a Totally Hair Barbie? Carol Spencer is the designer of that doll - the Biggest-Selling Barbie of all time. Carol writes about Totally Hair Barbie in Dressing Barbie. Can you believe Carol made me a MINI COPY of Dressing Barbie!
@carolsdazzlenvintage
#dressingbarbie #barbiedesigner #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #barbiephotography #barbiephotographer #carolspencer
Have you owned a Great Shape Barbie? Did you know that I interviewed Carol Spencer - the designer of the Great Shape Barbie โ featured in the Toy Story films?ย ย The doll wore a bold turquoise leotard and striped leg warmers. (Am I the only one old enough to have worn leotards with leg warmers and worked out to Jane Fonda videos?)
๐ Carol Spencerโs Book - Dressing Barbie: A Celebration of the Clothes That Made America's Favorite Doll and the Incredible Woman Behind Them is available on Amazon. #ad Link in bio. A MUST READ for Barbie lovers. โข Iโll share the link to the interview I did with Carol in my stories. It was fascinating to hear her behind the scenes stories from the early days of Mattel.
@carolsdazzlenvintage
#greatshapebarbie #toystory #dressingbarbie #barbiecollector #barbiecollection #grandmagetsreal #twinningiswinningwithgrandma
Did you see the movie Welcome to Marwen? What did you think? It was based on the documentary Marwencol. It is the true story of Mark Hogancamp who created a 1/6th village and photographed it to ease his PTSD. The documentary is well worth watching.
* These photos are when we went to @marwenmovie in 2018 You gotta admit that my BFF and daughter-in-law are good sports to go along with my ideas. ๐ฅ ๐ฟ โค๏ธ
#marwencol #monday4dolls @bella_belladoll #barbiephotoshoot #barbiephotography #barbiephotos
Do you have a favorite Marilyn Monroe dress, movie, song, or photo? She became a fabulous screen icon - then had such a sad ending. It seems she had the fatal gift of beauty - a candle ๐ฏ in the wind. Her white dress photo is the one I remember the most.
#barbiecollection #barbiecollector #barbiephotography #barbiephotographer #marilynmonroe
Whatโs your Instagram story? Iโd love to hear ๐ how you ended up sharing photos on #dollstagram. Iโll be sharing more of my story on the 29th - this Wednesday - at the @batashoemuseum Zoom event - All Dolled Up. Link to register is in my bio.
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#dollcommunity #dollstagramm #dollstagrammer #barbiecollector #barbiecollectors #barbiephotoshoot #barbiephotogallery
Have you ever tried Vegemite? I made sure to add a tiny jar to my Australian edition doll.
Have you seen the Coleโs Little Shop mini groceries? A few years back, Coleโs Supermarket in ๐ฆ๐บ๐ฆ Australia gave a mini brand for every 30$ spent on groceries. They were very popular and the company ran the campaign twice - so you can collect Seasons 1 & 2. They are available on eBay- but shipping from Australia ๐ฆ๐บ ๐ฆ is expensive. I made a box opening video of them - link in bio
Video clip from Good Morning Australia- @morningshowon7 ๐ฆ๐บ
Whatโs the craziest diet youโve ever been on? Once I went on a โbananas only diet.โ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฌ โข Back in the 1990s - Supermodels Kim Alexis, Carol Alt, and Beverly Johnson discussed their โnightmare diets.โ Kim Alexis said, โOne night I was eating only a head of lettuce for dinner. Kelly (another model) walked in and said, โYouโre eating a whole head of lettuce? How could you?โ I cried and said โBut itโs all Iโve had all day. Itโs not even 50 calories.โโ ๐ฅฌ
โขThis doll is a comedic commentary on my life as a fashion model in Paris.
โขThe Barbie portfolio photos were created by @dawsondigsdolls
* The video is from a speaking engagement I did in 2001
#fashionmodeling #karinmodels #karinmodelsparis #dietculture
Would you like to see more behind-the-scenes photos? I enjoy them. I guess it feels like we are getting the โtruth.โ For me, by the time I post the final product, it looks very different than the raw Image. โขI often hear that people feel like Instagram shows a perfect โfilteredโ life. A skewed perspective so to speak. I am guilty of that. I use filters on myself and the photos. An unfiltered life isnโt always pretty. Because of my experiences as a teenage fashion model, I know a lot about photoshopped images. Because my goal on this account is to make you smile, I try to keep it positive and upbeat. So I do filter out the negative parts of my life. BUTโฆ I donโt want any of you to feel like because your life isnโt perfect - you are a failure. No oneโs life is perfect - No matter how polished their Instagram life looks. I have struggled and juggled my way through 58 years of life. I have experienced suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, marriage problems, trouble with my children, serious medical and financial issues. Ten years ago, I was standing in line at a food bank. Shocking but true. โขI like to say that โthe Lord, laughter and lipstick have gotten me through.โ So, this morning I share rare behind the scenes issues of my real life to encourage you that life is not picture perfect. Itโs raw. And hard. BUT I choose life - and I believe that laughter is good for the soul. So I will continue on trying to make you smile - cause we all need more reasons to smile.
My real life is @tonyagetsreal
#unfiltered #grandgetsreal #monday4dolls
Happy Sunday! Do you enjoy wearing stretchy clothes. ๐ณ Iโve gotten so used to wearing pants without buttons or zippers. ๐ How about you? These amazing outfits were gifted to me by @dzastprince and Grandma Barbie is so comfy in them. ๐
What was the last game you played? We played Bananas. I am decent at spelling. My husband, on the other hand, spells very creatively. Even the grandkids know to double check his words. Whatโs your favorite game? โข CHECK OUT my new IGTV if you want to know where I got them. ๐
How do you feel about public speaking? Are you afraid to get on stage and talk? Did you know people fear public speaking more than death, spiders, and heights? โขFor many years, my passion was talking to groups about body image, what true beauty really is, and sharing stories about my teenage modeling experience in the โUgly World of Beautiful Womenโ. I loved using humor in my messages - Because as Mary Poppins sang, โa spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.โ I got over my intense fear of public speaking- because I felt so passionately about my message. Fast forward a decade - and I am able to use my doll photography hobby that I started with my granddaughters - as a comedic commentary on my life during quarantine. These parody Barbies gave me an international platform ( ๐ณYes! I am VERY nervous about all the attention, interviews, and live TV shows ๐ฌ) But - BIG BONUS - I am able to share my message about body image, true beauty and modeling worldwide. ๐ That is something I am passionate about โฅ๏ธ so it was worth getting over the stage fright. ๐
โขLETโS GET REAL
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#monday4dolls
#onesixthscale
#tinythings
#barbiesize
#barbiephotographer
#barbiecollector
#barbiecollection
#dailymini
#modernminiatures
#barbiediorama
#barbiegetsreal #grandmagetsreal #quarantinebarbies #pandemicbarbies
Do you ever ask for help? I will admit that I am very independent. ๐ช My husband might say, โextremely independent.โ ๐ But sometimes I need help. Most days, I do my social media on my own. Ron loves music, he knows so many songs and will give me tips on music ๐ถ WHEN I ASK. (He always reminds me that heโs not a mind reader.) Sometimes, I need him to hold some tiny things in his hands. He will help me WHEN I ASK. If I want him to dress up for a silly twinning picture, he will, WHEN I ASK. We all need to learn to ask for help - whether it real life stuff or just holding a doll. ๐ โข They may not want to be in the photo, but perhaps they will lend a helping hand.
Was your grandma stylish? One of mine was very stylish and the other always dressed like an old lady ๐ต๐ป I will admit that I dress a bit like frump lady. ๐ณ What was your grandma like? ๐ต๐ป๐ต๐ฝ๐ต๐ฟ๐ต๐พ๐ต๐ผ๐ต
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What TV ๐บ show reminds you of your childhood? For me, itโs Family Affair. I recently binge-watched the series, and it evoked so many memories. The clothesโฆThe decorโฆBuffy and JodyโฆMrs. BeasleyโฆCissyโฆUncle BillโฆMr. Frenchโฆ What TV ๐บ show does that for you?
โข1960s Barbie Family + Accessories: Kenner Easy Bake Oven, Barbie, Barbie Lunchbox, Barbie Dream House, Marlboro Cigarettes, Coca Cola, Maxwell House Coffee, Tupperware, Mrs. Beasley, Classic TV ๐บ
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๐ Did you have a Malibu Barbie? Grandma & Malibu Barbie are getting ready for a beach day. ๐ Isnโt Malibu Barbie looking great for 50? Even with all that tanning? Grandma canโt wait to ask Malibu about her skin care routine.
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How do you feel about aromatherapy? Whatโs your favorite scent. I love lavender oil - I put some on before I go to bed every night. The tiny bottle of lavender came in an older collectible ReMent set. It looks so cute in photos.
Happy Miniature Monday!
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Have you ever ridden on a motorcycle? I have - back in the day. I actually had a modeling job (1981) with a Harley. โข I had a little fun with my motorcycle photos, can you tell? I got my @harleydavidson dolls out out the attic - along with this motorcycle I found at the swap meet. โก๏ธ watch the video - it actually makes noise ๐ and vibrates. Do you have any of these dolls? Their fake leather is all peeling off ๐ฌ - What a mess.
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Hello! Where are you at? I am in Southern California - just a few miles from Disneyland or the beach. Iโve been able to photograph my dolls in a lot of fun touristy places. Disneyland, Knottโs Berry Farm amusement park, at the Santa Monica Pier, Huntington Beach Pier, The Hollywood Sign, Harry Potter World at Universal Studios, and even the Mattel Store. My husband would love to move away from the traffic and crowds - but I enjoy Southern California ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ญ ๐งโโ๏ธ Whenever he talks about moving - I say, โIโll miss you.โ ๐
Did you have a Grandma Barbie as a kid? Do you have one now? Letโs pretend my Grandma Barbie is taking a vacation and traveling all over. Remember Flat Stanley? Post a picture of Grandma visiting you and your dolls and Iโll share them in my stories. (Keep it G rated) ๐ต๐ป use the hashtags #grandmabarbiesvacation and tag me @grandmagetsreal Be sure and tell me what city you are in ๐ต๐ปโค๏ธXXOO
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Happy Mini Monday!! Which of these minis are your favorites? Remember as you start your week that itโs โthe little things.โ My 8-year-old grandson has started collecting coins ๐ช- right now he is concentrating on pennies. Iโm scrounging around in all my drawers, jars, purses, etcโฆ looking for pennies. They donโt mean much to me - but it makes him sooooo happy. Itโs the little things. Letโs try to make someone happy this week. ๐ It can be sharing just a compliment, a smile, or maybe a penny.๐
What โreal-lifeโ items have you repurposed for your mini world? This bookcase was a utensil ๐ฅ ๐ด holder. Scroll through to see my wine ๐ท cork rooster, a business-card holder briefcase ๐ผ, and salt ๐ง & pepper shakers that are diner coffee pots. Miniatures are everywhere if you are looking ๐
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Going live at 11:30 am PST to show you @sherrisdollshow ๐ Have you ever been to a doll show? What was your experience? Iโm hoping to see some Instagram friends ๐ PLEASE SAY HELLO IF YOU COME ๐ and find some Barbie-Sized minis and accessories to share with you. What do you want to see? โข Tips - bring ๐ฐ cash (Not all vendors take credit cards) & Wear comfy shoes.
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Are you an Opener or a Saver? People that are true collectors get nervous watching me unbox things. ๐ณ I purchase tiny things to use in my photos - so they ALL get opened. Would you have opened this?
โขPetite Cosmetics by ReMent 2005
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