Since 1978 authentic cabbage patch kids and little people created by xavier roberts, cuties, adoptimals, and other cabbage patch toys and gifts are. Adorabledolldesigns hand made cabbage patch 14 preemie clothes dress headband. Today, cabbage patch kids preemies and accessories are easily available on sites like ebay and etsy. Although normally tags match up with the head where it was made andor box, sometimes there are some cabbage patch kids that have a jesmar head with a coleco body, or some other sort of missmatch. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Information about how to identify cabbage patch kids and foreign factory information. This was possible by creating dolls with different colored eyes and hair. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of. It didnt take long for these unique toys to start flying off the shelves.
In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as needle molding. Many customers refer to these particular cabbage patch kids as similar to the ones they had as a child. Your cabbage patch dolls can be just as welldressed as you are. Jennifer rosenberg is a historian and writer who specializes in 20thcentury history. These prices are incredible when you consider that, according to, over 30 million dolls were sold by the end of 1983.
Cabbage patch bald preemie doll 1982 comes with cabbage. African american cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock. Video game giant coleco began massproducing the second phase of. See more ideas about cabbage patch kids, cabbage patch and cabbage. Amazons choice for cabbage patch preemie cabbage patch kids 12. People are starting to sell their prized cabbage patch kid dolls for thousands of dollars. Get the best deals on african american cabbage patch dolls when you. Cabbage patch dolls were created by xavier roberts, an american art student in 1978. Thats why we carry a broad range of 16 inch cabbage patch kids dresses here at doll clothes superstore. Coleco aa preemies had brown tufts and caucasian preemies had tan or yellow tufts. So now you dont have to feel weird about keeping a whole lot of old baby dolls in your basement. The original soft handmade dolls called little people created by xavier roberts under the original appalachian artworks label ran from the late 1970s and took on the cabbage patch kid name from the early to mid 1980s. Cabbage patch dolls were created in the 1970s by xavier roberts. Cabbage patch dolls in the pre1990 group are split into two phases.
Vintage cabbage patch kids jesmar doll 1985 xavier roberts made in spain. Cabbage patch kids were born in 1978 and were based on a fictional story. I have a cabbage patch doll from 1984, still in its original. In its first year, over 3 million cabbage patch kid dolls were sold. The first cabbage patch doll was released in 1983 and designed by a man named xavier roberts. The list is compiled as an online source to satisfy curiosity, foster nostalgia and perhaps serve as a guide to rename your kid. In great condition in original box, no papers or tags. Pair it with a cabbage patch kid heart key doll and unlock each pets magical heart beat. You might have the most valuable cabbage patch kids just. There is, however, a huge secondary market as a quick search for cabbage patch dolls on ebay will show. 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.
How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition or. I have a cabbage patch doll from 1984, still in its. My old cabbage patch preemie has a blue stained face, probably due to materials, blankets, sweat, etc. Cabbage patch kids, originally known as little people, became a. Collector information, identification my cabbage patch kids. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Coleco contracted different factories overseas, and each factory has a different characteristic about the dolls made there. The most common black cabbage patch doll material is plastic. Cabbage patch kids holiday baby doll purple dress 14 cabbage patch kids. Early dolls were made with cloth bodies and came in one size. Clothes cabbage patch kid preemie black african american 197882 cpk coleco hair. Product title cabbage patch kids adventure doll, brown hairblue eye girl average rating. New listing cabbage patch doll clothes, 16 inch boy size, red,black, check, pajamas hat set.
Cabbage patch baby xavier roberts 1985 dolls african american. Get the best deals on cabbage patch preemie doll when you shop the largest online selection at. Cabbage patch kids werent actually born in a field of vegetables, but out of the. Cabbage patch xavier roberts 1984, cpk preemie, black, bald. This means he is hes a part of the actual baby baby dolls. Free printable doll clothes patterns cabbage patch kids. 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. Cabbage patch kids 69 doll clothes superstore 32 handmade 24 mattel 24 wicked cool toys 18 jakks pacific. Cabbage patch kids tiny newborn baby doll blue tutu 9 cabbage patch kids. Cabbage patch kids vintage preemie boy with blond hair and birth. He originally called the dolls little people and made them entirely out of cloth. Some are sold as cabbage patch kids others have the name of cabbage patch newborns or cabbage patch preemies. Being sold unopened from his original packaging, boyce lorenzo is cabbage patch kid preemie.
I soaked it in clorox, used ajax, used a scrub sponge, and even tried an sos pad. The larger styles with removable clothing come with a birth certificate. Cabbage patch kids cpk original appalachian art works inc manufactured by coleco industries inc. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your. Cabbage patch kids official, newborn baby african american girl doll comes with swaddle blanket and unique adoption birth announcement 4. Vintage cabbage patch doll black hair asian 80s doll clothes, vintage toy set play clothes, toys, vintage doll shoes hat. Most valuable cabbage patch kids in 2018 updated list. They experienced popularity in the 1980s, and original cabbage patch dolls made before 1990 are considered vintage. After signing contract with appalachian artworks, inc. You can change a dolls clothes according to the holiday or season, or they can even wear swimsuits. During this time the foreign market factories produced cpk from 19841985. The cabbage patch kid names lists are gathered from reader submissions of their dolls names or auctions for vintage dolls or their adoption paperwork as well as found through thrift store and yard sales.
The mattel dolls are mostly sized 14 or smaller, and most variants were individualized with a gimmick to enhance their collectibility, e. During the 1983 christmas season, parents in the united states frantically searched everywhere for the coveted. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of dollars. Little people was changed to the cabbage patch kids in 1983 coleco released mass market cabbage patch kids, they made kids, preemies, babies and toddlers in many different editions from 19831989. Cabbage patch kids, originally known as little people, became a popular toy in the early 1970s. Cabbage patch doll cpk asian girl black hair dark eyes clothed 38cms. Babyland general hospital in cleveland, georgia remains a top tourist attraction and special event locale.
Cabbage patch dolls for sale shop with afterpay ebay. Jan 28, 2014 free printable doll clothes patterns cabbage patch kids preemies doll clothes pattern by crittercountry stay safe and healthy. For instance, your doll can wear glasses, sneakers or hair barrettes. The mattel cabbage patch dolls are not limited to cloth bodies and included dolls made from vinyl, which produced a more durable play doll. Because his box has never been opened, he is being sold in pristine condition through the etsy seller ecofriendlyfreckles. The first cabbage patch doll was released in 1983 and designed by a man named.
The cabbage patch kids drink n wet travel set is a must have for any little one on the move. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 for sale in stock. This doll among others i have posted are from same estate and are alittle dirty from storage. These cabbage patch dolls from 1984 in an original box have a price guide value in the range of 175.
Unfollow cabbage patch kids preemie to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition. Vintage cabbage patch kids jesmar doll 1985 xavier roberts. You just want your doll to be close to these measurements. Cleaning a stain on cabbage patch doll s face june 16, 2012 my old cabbage patch preemie has a blue stained face, probably due to materials, blankets, sweat, etc. Shop for cabbage patch doll clothes online at target. I loved that thing her head smelled like baby powder. Little tilly kay, a 1979 precabbage patch little people original doll sold. These toy versions are recognizable by their smaller size and vinyl heads. Boys, girls, and collectors can enjoy these pre1990 cabbage patch kids. Get the best deals on cabbage patch preemie doll when you shop the. Shop for preemie cabbage patch dolls online at target.
The cabbage patch doll phenomenon took the world by storm overnight, it seemed, those strange little people were everywhere. Prices for vintage cabbage patch kids are generally low because so many were made by coleco. It all began with a young american art student called xavier roberts. Kids were 1618 inches tall depending on the factory. This playset includes an 11 drink n wet newborn that really wets, extra diaper for changing, crib with blanket, stroller and bottle. In 1976, 21yearold xavier roberts creates the handstitched, adoptable dolls, which came with their own.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Jesmar only made cpk with head molds 14 and only caucasian kids. There are several very popular cabbage patch kids sold today. Engage your little ones nurturing sense with this adorable adoptimal pet doll that comes with a heart key pendant.
Vintage cabbage patch preemie black baby doll 1982 coleco xavier roberts. Doll clothes superstore lime ruffle dress fits preemie cabbage patch kid dolls. Check out our black cabbage patch doll selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our dolls shops. As well as ebay, the dolls have previously been sold at auctions such as mclaren. When roger schlaifer purchased the licensing rights to the little people, the name was changed to cabbage patch kids and every doll sold from 1983 on was given a birth name. African american cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock ebay. New listing cabbage patch doll clothes, 16 inch boy size, red, black, check, pajamas hat set. Vtg cabbage patch kids black girl preemie doll anatassia in box new w. They were a huge success and have continued to remain popular throughout the years.
Dianas patch custom cabbage patch kids and clothing. The first dolls were made of material through a process known as needle molding and came with their own individualized birth certificates. I was 9 years old when my sister was born at 28 weeks gestation 22 years ago due to the same complications i had with ike preeclampsia and toxemia. In the early 1980s, the toy industry gave birth to a new doll. With numerous doll accessories and clothing available, its easy to customise a cabbage patch kid.
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. I have a cabbage patch black preemie doll in really good shape. One factor that contributed largely to their success was that each doll was oneofakind. I have a cabbage patch doll from 1984, still in its original box and also have cabbage patch preemies still in there original box and am wondering what there value is today. We are listing the measurements of the most common cabbage patch kid dolls for your guidance in buying doll clothes for your cabbage patch kid. The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls currently available for sale. Year of manufacture 1984 xavier roberts 84 signature. What is a list of the names of cabbage patch dolls. That year for xmas, santa brought me the preemie doll. Cabbage patch kids dolls adoptimal bulldog cabbage patch doll. The toy cabbage patch kids generally range in size from 9 to 16 tall. Dolls that were made prior to the coleco handover are worth the most.