Friday, August 01, 2003
Blessed With Love Sculpture - Gifts for DaughtersIt's Friday and time for new collectibles !
This weeks most stunning release of new collectible is the Blessed with Love Sculpture by
The Bradford Exchange .. This is in a line of recent heart-shaped plates & sculptures that Bradex has released.
Following the theme of past heart-shaped gifts this plate is actually quite unique in its form.. it's touted as a table-top locket.. Yup... one that opens up to reveal a beautiful message inside.. You definitely have to take a look at this beautiful mantle piece... Here is what they have to say about it
"Now you can show your daughter how much you love her with this exclusive, first-ever Bradford Exchange collectible heart-shaped, tabletop locket. Just think of her reaction when she sees this limited edition! It's lovingly sculpted in lustrous creamy ivory porcelain with dimensional sculpted flowers applied petal-by-petal that rise above the surface. And, it's hand-painted with 22K gold embellishments, plus it has a simulated diamond gemstone and dangling heart charm!
This is a Bradford Exchange collectible your daughter will treasure forever, knowing you hold her close to your heart. It's so beautiful and, with a working hinge and latch, it can be displayed closed or opened! Quantities are limited - don't miss this! Order now!
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This exclusive Bradford Exchange collectible features:
• The first heart-shaped tabletop locket offered by the Bradford Exchange
• Lovingly sculpted in lustrous creamy ivory porcelain
• Loving gold inscription reads, "My precious Daughter. I was never as Blessed... as the day You were Born"
• Meticulous, colorful hand painting creates a one-of-a-kind edition
• Hand-painted 22 karat gold embellishments shimmer with radiance
• Simulated diamond gemstone and dangling heart charm add special elegance
• Nine sculptural porcelain flowers, applied petal-by-petal rise above the surface for exquisite texture and dimension
• Lockets have working hinges and latches so they can be displayed opened or closed; they extend to a width of 10" wide
• "Blessed with Love" is the premiere edition in the Treasures of the Heart Collection
• Self-standing for easy display
• Editions are strictly limited to 295 casting days, so order today
• Hand-numbered with matching Certificate of Authenticity
• Measures 5"H x 5"W x 1-1/2"D and 10" wide when fully extended
I haven't seen a table-top locket in the collectible world before.. and this may definitely be the market-first that they are touting... which makes it even more valuable as a collectors item...My suggestion..
Don't wait
# posted by Collector : 8:45 AM
Thursday, July 31, 2003
The Ashton-Drake Galleries Peter Playpal ® DollDo you own the
Patti Playpal doll? This old 1960's doll was a favorite with thousands of children and to invoke the nostalgic feeling of owning one once again, the
Ashton Drake Galleries have introduced replicas of the original... and not only just Patty Play pal but the entire family of Playpal dolls...
Peter Playpal Doll is just like Patti in that he stands as tall and is a perfect friend for Patti.. Here is what AshtonDrake.com has to say about Peter
"The original Peter Playpal® was introduced in the 1960s and is now considered so rare and special, collectors pay hundreds of dollars for him on popular auction websites.
This exclusive
Ashton-Drake collectible doll is a carefully crafted authentic reproduction of the original, right down to his dressy suit, complete with jaunty hat and bow tie. So why don't you welcome home a new "old" friend? Order now!
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This exclusive Ashton-Drake collectible doll features:
- Meticulously crafted of collector-quality vinyl, faithfully recreating the life-like features you remember so well
- Poseable flanged neck, open-close brown eyes, and bristle lashes
- Authentic reproduction outfit includes suit with corduroy jacket, white shirt, bow tie, belt, short pants, cap, knee-high stockings and shoes, just the way you remember him
- Shirt is embroidered in script with the words "Peter Playpal"
- The perfect companion to your Patti Playpal® reproduction doll, creating an impressive and enviable collection
- Includes Certificate of Authenticity
- Measures 38" high "
Need i remind you.. these are collectible and in some time "could" be worth quite a bundle by themselves...
don't miss out!
# posted by Collector : 7:37 AM
Wednesday, July 30, 2003
Ardleigh Elliott Wings Of Hope Music BoxHere's a collectible that suppports a worthy cause... The folks at
Ardleigh Elliott music boxes have recently started releasing beautiful collectibles which serve a greater purpose - that of supporting non-profit organizations through proceeds from the sale. The collectiblestoday.com website claims "A portion of the proceeds from the sale of "Wings of Hope" will be donated to the fight against breast cancer".
If that wasn't reason enough to get one of these music boxes, here are a few others... It's a beautiful
gift for daughters, or mothers or even your best friend... And while music boxes are a little retro as a gift idea, they are known to really capture the attention of the recepient with their tunes. The ones from Ardleigh Elliott especially are decorative pieces which can be proudly displayed.
Here is what the website has to say about this music box gift:
"Like a beautiful butterfly bursting forth from its cocoon, one act of courage can inspire many more. Led by the example of those touched by breast cancer, millions have joined the fight against this disease. As a tribute to these quiet warriors, this Ardleigh Elliott collectible music box, featuring an elegantly jeweled butterfly of hope and the familiar pink ribbon, makes a splendid statement of dedication to finding a cure.
Your purchase of this Ardleigh Elliott music box helps in the battle against breast cancer. This is an inspiring collectible and the perfect gift for a breast cancer survivor, her friends and family. Let them know you care, order today.
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This exclusive
Ardleigh Elliott collectible music box features:
- A portion of the proceeds from the sale of "Wings of Hope" will be donated to the fight against breast cancer
- Hand-crafted of triple-fired Heirloom Porcelain for lustrous beauty
- Gleaming 22K gold accents, with hand set sparkling crystals, faux gems and glittering pave rhinestones adorn the music box
- Hand-underglazed in varied shades of pink with lustrous marble finish
- Outstretched wings of the butterfly in flight make an uplifting statement of hope
- Symbolic, pewter pink ribbon topper finished in gleaming enamel and golden edges
- A simple message of "Hope", appears beneath the lid in gleaming golden script
- Plays the inspirational melody of "Wind Beneath My Wings"
- "Wings of Hope" is the premiere issue in A Promise of Hope Heirloom Porcelain music box collection
- Edition is strictly limited to just 95 firing days, so order now
- Hand numbered with matching Certificate of Authenticity
- Measures 3-1/2" high
Don't wait.. Contribute to the fight against Breast Cancer by getting a music box for yourself... and a friend! :)
# posted by Collector : 7:19 AM
Monday, July 28, 2003
The weekend's been busy.. But here is the second update in a three-part series on the new collectible villages recently released by
Hawthorne Village...
Touted as the first-ever Berta Hummel
illuminated christmas village - meaning that you can plug the villages in and watch the warm glow of soft yellow lights shine through the miniature windows - the collectible cottages of this collection are inspired by the innocence and beauty which is the trademark of
Berta Hummel.
"The timeless innocence of the heartwarming Berta Hummel® figurines are the inspiration for this first-ever illuminated village collection from Hawthorne Village. Wait until you see how charming the fully-dimensional Berta Hummel figurines are inside the lighted windows. And look at the detail!
With timeless charm and heirloom quality - it's sure to become part of your family's holiday tradition! Order the collection today and you'll receive three figurines and a light set - a $75 Value, FREE. Order today.
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This Berta Hummel® Christmas Village from Hawthorne Village features:
- The innocent joy of Berta Hummel figurines inspired this cozy lighted village
- Features figurines both inside and out, a Hawthorne Village First
- Entirely hand-cast and hand-painted, every building and figurine carries the Berta Hummel hallmark
- Collection begins with the "Made with Love Bakery" which includes Berta Hummel figurines inside the window and the FREE outdoor "Sledding Time" figurine
- Each building includes a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity
- "Made with Love Bakery" measures 7-1/2" high
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A Subscription Plan is for Smart Collectors:
- Reserves the Berta Hummel Christmas Village collection in your name so you never risk a price increase or miss a single piece
- Village buildings will be shipped to you about every other month, and charged to the credit card on which your order was placed
- Village buildings will be shipped to you about every other month, and charged to the credit card on which your order was placed
- After the "Made with Love Bakery" you get the "Cup of Cheer Cafe" which includes the FREE "Crowning Touch" figurine
- You'll also receive the "Holy Night Chapel" and "Furry Friends Pet Shoppe" along with the FREE "Light the Night" figurine and 6-piece light set - a $75 Value"
Something really innovative about these villages is how the insides of each village is hand crafted... Beautiful
Berta Hummel figurines can be seen standing inside each village through the window panes. This is so extremely realistic and adds another dimension to the beauty of these villages as mantle pieces... or for a collector being able to get genuine Berta Hummel figurines and village for one price.
If you are a
Hummel Collector you may definitely want to visit colectiblestoday and take a look at these village. I wouldn't wait too long to make a decision though... This is an incredible collectors item and as with any
Berta Hummel collectible , in huge demand!
# posted by Collector : 6:29 AM

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