Cabbage patch dolls were created in the 1970s by xavier roberts. While the cabbage patch kid may sound like just another doll, what added to. Cabbage patch kids baby doll clothes, baby dolls, dolls from the 80s. Cabbage patch astronaut doll young astronautsdated 1986.
Is your cabbage patch kid worth hundreds of dollars. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as needle molding. 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. New cabbage patch 1986 young astronaut african american. Cabbage patch kids tiny newborn baby doll purple tutu 9 cabbage patch kids. At the tail end of the cabbage patch craze, calico decided to do something stellar.
He asked her to supply him with dolls to sell in georgia, where he lived and worked. They experienced popularity in the 1980s, and original cabbage patch dolls made before 1990 are considered vintage. When you want cpk doll clothes that match the current trends or want cabbage patch kid clothes for a vintage doll, you will certainly find something perfect here. Details about coleco 1983 cabbage patch kids xavier roberts doll. Cabbage patch kids holiday baby doll purple dress 14 cabbage patch kids.
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Thats why we carry a broad range of 16 inch cabbage patch kids dresses here at doll clothes superstore. They decided to send a cabbage patch kid out into space. Before roberts became involved in the toy industry, thomas had created and marketed her own line of. As with all things old, vintage and collectable, the value of the doll will be dependent on the rarity and condition its in. Vintage cabbage patch kids young astronaut boy brown eyes.
Astronaut cabbage patch doll price page pics about space loved cabbage patch kids as kids. W hile the resale value of cabbage patch dolls varies widely, owners or those wishing to purchase a doll can join the manufacturers collectors club, where they can communicate with others wishing to buy or sell cabbage patch dolls. Her name is nessa helen and she comes with her very own birth certificate. Cabbage patch dolls were created in 1979 and in the early 80s they were mass produced, meaning they were made in large n. Cabbage patch dolls for sale shop with afterpay ebay. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition. Cabbage patch doll astronaut 1988 i loved mine see more. Vintage cabbage patch kids young astronaut boy brown. Your cabbage patch dolls can be just as welldressed as you are. The cabbage patch kid is by no means the most valuable collectors doll to. Cabbage patch kids 1986 coleco young astronaut african american girlvintage. Roberts then attended white county high school and then attended truett mcconnell junior college where he was an awardwinning art student.
In 1976, xavier roberts met martha nelson thomas at a craft fair. Not surprisingly, there is a wider variation among hairstyles in the girl dolls than in the boys. Vtg cabbage patch kids african american black doll 1985 coleco xavier. 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 doll comes in original package that is designed like a rocket.
You are looking at an original cabbage patch astronaut doll with teeth by coleco, o. It didnt take long for these unique toys to start flying off the shelves. Disneys little mermaid barbie doll first in a series 1997. 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. Cabbage patch kids official, newborn baby african american girl doll comes with swaddle blanket and unique adoption birth announcement cabbage patch kids 12. After signing contract with appalachian artworks, inc. Jennifer rosenberg is a historian and writer who specializes in 20thcentury history. Xavier roberts signature is on the bum of each authentic cabbage patch kid. I remember going to babyland general before cabbage patch kids went mass production.
Cabbage patch kids, originally known as little people, became a. This was possible by creating dolls with different colored eyes and hair. From the cabbage patch kids young astronaut series. For instance, your doll can wear glasses, sneakers or hair barrettes. Collectible cabbage patch astronaut easy price guide. Shop forand learn aboutvintage cabbage patch kid dolls. Cabbage patch kids werent actually born in a field of vegetables, but out of the entrepreneurial. My mother knew that it was time to get me a black barbie when a huge fight erupted between my black cabbage patch doll and the blondhaired barbies. In its first year, over 3 million cabbage patch kid dolls were sold. During this time the foreign market factories produced cpk from 19841985. In 1988 when barbie was saying things like math is hard. Topps star wars card trader digital black elegant weapons set of 11.
Every doll also came with a signature on its rear end that of xavier roberts, the manufacturer and supposed creator of the cabbage patch kids. Most valuable cabbage patch kids in 2018 updated list. New listing cabbage patch doll clothes, 16 inch boy size, red, black, check, pajamas hat set. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition or. So now you dont have to feel weird about keeping a whole lot of old baby dolls in your basement. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 for sale in stock ebay. At the age of five, xavier roberts father died in a car accident, leaving his mother to raise him and his five siblings.
The cabbage patch kids piece girls wardrobe quilted doll carrier, cabbage patch kids quilted patch work slumber bag. 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. With numerous doll accessories and clothing available, its easy to customise a cabbage patch kid. Thomas briefly let him sell her doll babies, but stopped. The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls currently available for sale. Video game giant coleco began massproducing the second phase of. Vintage 1986 original black cabbage patch kid doll rare original clothes boots. If you find one mislabeled on craigslist or ebay contact the seller immediately before the listing is cancelled and give them your info so you can complete a private sale.
These toy versions are recognizable by their smaller size and vinyl heads. During the 1983 christmas season, parents in the united states frantically searched everywhere for the coveted. Unfollow cabbage patch dolls to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Boys, girls, and collectors can enjoy these pre1990 cabbage patch kids. Product title cabbage patch kids rocker doll, blonde hairbrown eye girl average rating. Check out our black cabbage patch doll selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our dolls shops. The first cabbage patch doll was released in 1983 and designed by a man named. Cabbage patch kids 9 deluxe splash n float green eye girl flamingo. You can change a dolls clothes according to the holiday or season, or they can even wear swimsuits. Cpk astronaut girl from the back cabbage patch kids, astronaut, patches. 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. Get the best deals on african american cabbage patch dolls when you shop the. I got the doll and matching high chairplaypen and was so excited. Cabbage patch dolls in the pre1990 group are split into two phases.
Includes helmet, exclusive young astronaut material, inflight air pack, brochure and american flag. They were a huge success and have continued to remain popular throughout the years. You might have the most valuable cabbage patch kids just. People are starting to sell their prized cabbage patch kid dolls for thousands of dollars. The cutthroat saga behind the cabbage patch kids craze. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. While some cabbage patch kids are baldies, most cpks have yarn hair. Cabbage patch kids tiny newborn baby doll blue tutu 9 cabbage patch kids. See more ideas about cabbage patch kids clothes, cabbage patch kids and cabbage patch. One factor that contributed largely to their success was that each doll was oneofakind. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune antiques. The cpk joined the young astronaut program and the doll christopher xavier is decked out in a spacesuit and helmet and is bucked up on the next space shuttle out into. Cabbage patch kids joined the young astronaut program and sent their first doll into space.
Cabbage patch kids 9 deluxe splash n float brown eye girl unicorn. How 8 women of color viewed barbie when they were little girls. Though xavier roberts was the creator of the cabbage patch kids brand, many of the brands defining characteristics such as the dolls overly round faces and that they came with an adoption certificate were taken from martha nelson thomas, an american folk artist from kentucky. Items similar to vintage 1980s black cabbage patch kid doll. Nov 15, 2008 for example cabbage patch doll who eats.
Vintage cabbage patch kids orange striped koosas cat pet doll by coleco 1983. Babyland general hospital in cleveland, georgia remains a top tourist attraction and special event locale. New listing cabbage patch doll clothes, 16 inch boy size, red, black, white,paw, pants set. Cabbage patch kids have been produced with black, brown, light brown 3, blond 4, red, and orange hair. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Make offer cabbage patch astronaut in original box. Cabbage patch astronaut for sale only 3 left at 65% used. Cabbage patch kids were born in 1978 and were based on a fictional story. May 22, 2018 as with all things old, vintage and collectable, the value of the doll will be dependent on the rarity and condition its in. The iconic toy has been an official olympic mascot 1992 the cbk doll featured on us postage stamps 1999. The cabbage patch kids join the young astronaut program and christopher xavier becomes the first cabbage patch kid to journey into outer space as a passenger on the u.
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. Vintage cabbage patch astronaut doll with teeth pink. A great novelty doll from the cpk series, issued by coleco. I remember all i wanted for christmas in grade was a cabbage patch doll. Roberts created his own version in 1978, and in 1982 he licensed the dolls to coleco for massproduction under the name cabbage patch kids. Cabbage patch doll astronaut vintage doll by heritagegeneralstore childhood toys, childhood. Vintage cabbage patch kids african american doll young astronaut rare condition is used. Vtg cabbage patch kids black girl preemie doll anatassia in box new w pacifier. African american cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock ebay. Make offer vintage black cabbage patch astronaut afroamerican in original box. Collector information, identification my cabbage patch kids.