Wednesday, November 25, 2009 9:01:04 AM
Tyler Wentworth®'s Signature Style - Brunette Dressed Doll
AVAILABLE ONLY THROUGH PARTICIPATING TONNER RETAILERS
For her 10th anniversary, Tyler is bringing her signature style to a new level! This fresh take on a classic includes a crisp taffeta bodysuit with glistening rhinestone buttons, a shimmering sequin and mesh pencil skirt, sleek satin belt with dazzling rhinestone buckle, black pantyhose, faux leather t-strap high-heeled shoes, and sparkling rhinestone stud earrings. This doll has the classic head sculpt. LE300
11/23/2009 06:28:21
Twilight is Almost Here!
A new Tonner Character Figure review to wet your appetite...
Click here for the review!
Click here to check out our full line of Twilight product!
Thursday, November 19, 2009 1:06:47 PM
Holiday Elegance Shauna
Two Daydreamers' Exclusive - LE100
Holiday Elegance Shauna (auburn hair and violet eyes) is ready for romance under the mistletoe in a finely tailored jacket with flared peplum and masterful draping around the collar, paired with a matching gored skirt with sinuous chiffon godets and radiant beaded accents. The plunging v-neck of the jacket reveals a nude bodysuit with brilliant beading, and a matching belt with glittering rhinestone buckle ties the look together. Beaded earrings, pantyhose, and strappy faux leather high-heeled shoes finish her elegant look. Stand included. She is being produced exclusively for Two Daydreamers as a Limited Edition of only 100 pieces. She will be available for shipping the first week of November. For more information on ordering this special edition, contact Two Daydreamers at www.twodaydreamers.com - click here
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 4:46:52 PM
Twilight / Tonner / ToyFare
What more could you ask for?
Tonner gets the cover of ToyFare Magazine!
View a pdf file of the cover and feature here!
See our Twilight product here!
Monday, November 16, 2009 3:13:24 PM
In honor of the new Twilight movie...
A new Twilight video review!
Devall returns with an all-new review! This time he takes a look at the Tonner Doll release of Bella Swan from the hit film Twilight.
Click here to go to the review!
Click here to see Tonner's Twilight Collection!
Friday, November 13, 2009 3:56:12 PM
To Celebrate Tyler Wentworth®’s 10th Anniversary...
NEW Ultra Basics™!
ESME, SYDNEY, AND BY POPULAR DEMAND, THE RETURN OF MEI LI IN A VERY LIMITED PRODUCTION RUN-
• Fully Articulated in Fine Quality Vinyl/Hard Plastic
• Hand-Painted Face Details
• Ready-to-Wear Your 16” Tyler Wentworth® Wardrobe Favorites
• EXCLUSIVE TO TONNERDIRECT.COM
Click here for more info!
Friday, November 06, 2009 10:36:52 AM
Benefit Auction of Never Produced Prototypes...
Special Notice: Five never produced prototype dolls will be auctioned at the Tyler event. The proceeds of those auctions will benefit our own Carol Dwyer who is currently undergoing treatment for cancer.
Click here for more info!
Wednesday, November 04, 2009 9:59:24 AM
Tyler Wentworth Tenth Anniversary Blog is now Open to our Virtual Attendees
Click here!
Wednesday, November 04, 2009 9:45:16 AM
OOAK Never-produced Prototype Auction to Benefit Friends of Carol Dwyer
This auction's proceeds will go directly to "Friends of Carol Dwyer " - to help our own Carol Dwyer in her fight against breast cancer. PAYPAL payments will then be forwarded to "Friends of Carol Dwyer" account that has been set up for her.
Click here to learn more!
Monday, November 02, 2009 11:40:36 AM
Heavenly LE200
Angelic Dreamz Exclusive Antoinette™ $249.99
Heavenly Antoinette (flame red hair; hazel eyes; Antoinette head & body sculpt) - Angelic burn-out chiffon gown with intricately shirred bodice and blouson skirt, with radiant silver trim. Around her neck is a shimmering silver necklace adorned with crystals, matching the jewel on her silver head piece. Pantyhose, ribbon lace-up shoes, and divine silver-tipped wings also included; includes display stand. For more information, visit Angelic Dreamz' website at www.angelicdreamz.com
10/28/2009 14:24:55
We Have A Winner!
Classic Portrait, Joan Crawford
2009 DOLLS Awards of Excellence Winner
Congratulations to Robert Tonner and his entire design staff!
Click here to see all of Tonner's Fashion Dolls!
Monday, October 19, 2009 3:15:05 PM
Halloween at the Tonner Company Store!
2009 Trick or Treat Costume Contest
CANDY, PRIZES & FREE GIVEAWAYS!
10/31/09- 3-5PM
Join all the ghouls and goblins at the Tonner Doll Company Store for candy, free giveaways, specials, and our 2009 Costume Contest! Free surprises to all who visit in costume; top prizes awarded for Most Original, Funny, Scary and Children’s Costume (under age 11). Contest Judging takes place at 4:30PM before you head out for Trick or Treating! We’ll have pumpkin carvings on display, special themed doll and action figure displays, and costumed characters to greet you, and of course, CANDY!!!
BRING YOUR CAMERA!
JOIN US FOR HALLOWEEN FUN FOR ALL AGES!
TONNER COMPANY STORE
14 HURLEY AVENUE
CORNER OF WASHINGTON
KINGSTON, NY (845)339-2960
Friday, October 16, 2009 12:02:46 PM
Tyler Anniversary Event Information
Only a few spots left...
There are only a few spots left for the Tyler Anniversary event on November 7th at the Wiltwyck Country Club in Kingston, NY.
Friday night reception added...
In addition to the event on Saturday, November 7th, help us celebrate Tyler's 10th anniversary in style with a dessert reception at the Tonner Company Store, Friday, November 6th from 7-9 PM. This exclusive "after-hours" event is limited to Tyler event registrants and free to attend, but you must RSVP to Nancy Shomo by 10/30 either via e-mail to convention@tonnerdoll.com or call 845-339-9537 extension 107. No tickets will be sent for this - just show your Tyler event ticket at the door.
Benefit Auction of Never Produced Prototypes...
Special Notice: Six never produced prototype dolls will be auctioned at the Tyler event. The proceeds of those auctions will benefit our own Carol Dwyer who is currently undergoing treatment for cancer. We will be accepting phone bids from absentee bidders during this auction. Also, at the event, will be a raffle and judging for the special Tyler Anniversary competition. Everyone that enters the competition will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to the Tonner Company Store. The winner of the certificate will be announced at the event.
Signing and Open House...
Robert will be available for signing at an open house immediately following the Tyler event at the Tonner Company Store, 14 Hurley Avenue, Kingston, NY from 2:30PM to 5:00 PM.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 4:32:31 PM
INCOMING!
ETA 10/19
T9DYDD03 Mirror, Mirror on the Wall
T9GWDD10 Belle Watling
T9HGOF03 Rave Reviews
T9TLDD05 Laurent (pictured left)
T9DYDD12 Beauty
T9FTDD03 Forest Frolic
T9FTDD05 Death by Fashion
T9PCDD04 Captain Norrington
T9TWOF01 Corporate Couture
ETA 10/28
T9FTDD04 This Dish is Too Hot (pictured center)
T9HGOF01 Hollywood Prowl
T9HGOF02 Sizzle on Sunset
T9HGOF04 Acceptance Speech
T9HGOF05 Blue Flame
T9HGOF06 Dinner at the Roosevelt
T9HGOF07 Mambo Maven
T9MAOF02 Girl Friday
T9SCDD06 The Waif
T9TWOF02 Convertible Cocktail
ETA 11/24
T9FMOF13 Striking
T9JVBD01 2009 Jeremy Voss Ultra Basic Raven
T9JVBD02 2009 Jeremy Voss Ultra Basic Blonde
T9SCDD01 Brute
T9SCDD03 Lucine (pictured right)
Click here to see our newest arrivals!
Friday, October 09, 2009 4:10:16 PM
TNTS Review: Tonner Character Figures
DC Stars Catwoman!
Enjoy the latest video review by clicking here!
Check out our DC Stars by clicking here!
Wednesday, October 07, 2009 11:02:47 AM
Check out this wonderful article by Linda Thai of Something Deeper: Anime, Manga and Comics
Getting to Know: Robert Tonner and Comic Book Collectible Dolls.
Be sure to read all four parts, click here to get started!
Once you're done take a look at our DC Stars™ Collection!
Thursday, September 17, 2009 11:25:58 AM
Devall is back with another look at the Tonner DC Stars line, this time with the Sorceress CIRCE!
Click here to watch the review by That New Toy Smell!
Click here to check out Tonner's DC Stars Collection!
09/11/2009 07:05:38
That New Toy Smell Reviews: Miss Piggy!
Click here to watch the review!
Click here to see Tonner's Miss Piggy Collection!
09/11/2009 06:52:00
Fan Fun, Fan Photos!
A huge thanks to Tom LaFlamme for sending in his photos!
I thought you might like my pictures of Bette from "The Letter" opening scene of her shooting her lover....and Bette in the Brenda Starr outfit for the film, "In This Our Life."
We love them, thanks!
Click here to see our Bette Davis Collection!
Friday, September 04, 2009 10:49:04 AM
A Friend's House Charity Auction
Tyler Wentworth full-scale fashions from the Tyler Wentworth Fashion Shows...OWN a piece of Tyler's History! Click Here to visit A Friend's House Website and Learn More about their mission.
Black & White Ball - Click Here!
Very Valentine - Click Here!
Holiday Gala - Click Here!
Florentine - Click Here!
Absolutely Aspen - Click Here!
Friday, August 28, 2009 2:25:06 PM
That New Toy Smell: Tonner Deluxe Black Canary Review
Click here to watch the awesome video review!
Then go shopping for your very own DC Stars™ Character Figure by clicking here!
Thursday, August 27, 2009 11:54:07 AM
Tonner Twilight Dolls Hit E! Online!
Read the article by clicking here!
Be sure to check out our vampire baddies in the E! Online photo gallery by clicking here!
08/19/2009 07:03:12
INCOMING!
Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) 8/15
T9DYDD10 Miss Piggy Takes Manhattan (image on left)
T9DYDD11 My Fair Piggy
T9TWDD05 Wentworth Dynasty
ETA 8/24
T9ADDD06 Watching the Garden Die (image in middle)
T9DYDD04 First Mate Piggy
T9FMDD06 Sensual (image on right)
T9MABD01 Sweet Nothings
T9MADD02 Jonquil Sass
T9MADD03 Taking a Letter
T9TWDD06 Guilty Pleasure
ETA 8/30
T9DDBD05 Va, Va, Voom! - Redhead
T9DDBD06 Va, Va, Voom! - Brunette
T9DXDD03 Au Printemps Renee
T9DXDD04 L'Hiver Louise
T9GWDD07 Fiddle-dee-dee!
T9HPDD04 Ginny Weasley at Hogwarts
T9MADD01 SoHo A Go-Go
T9OZDD07 The Coroner
ETA 9/14
T9DDBD07 2009 Basic DeeAnna Denton
T9DDDD03 Peggy Harcourt, More Than You Can Chew
T9DDOF05 Favorite to Win
T9FMDD08 Pure
T9FMOF11 Determined
T9GWDD08 Moonlight & Magnolias
See Tonner's newest arrivals by clicking here!
Thursday, August 13, 2009 4:59:44 PM
Tonner Online!
A Wonderful Article On Examiner.com
Enjoy reading this wonderful article by Elizabeth de Almeida on examiner.com.
Click here to read the article.
After reading the article be sure to take a look at Tonner's newest arrivals in Fashion Dolls by clicking here.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009 4:32:48 PM
Scintillating Ashleigh
Two Daydreamers' Exclusive Character - LE100
A Two Daydreamers first! Using their exclusive character head sculpt for Ashleigh, re-sized on the Tonner Antoinette 16” articulated body, Scintillating wears a magnificent evening gown with meticulous shirring, extravagant ruffled collar, and elegant fabric flowers across the back of the skirt. Matching hat with floral and feathered accents, beaded earrings and bracelets, pantyhose, and faux leather strappy high-heeled shoes also included; includes display stand. This is the first issuance of the Tonner Antoinette body with a new head sculpt. Approximate availability: Mid-September 2009.
For more information on ordering this special edition, contact
Two Daydreamers at www.twodaydreamers.com - click here
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 4:11:30 PM
Experience The Wonder!
Antony, Curator of Experiencethewonder.com shows off his
TONNER Wonder Woman Collection
Click here to see Tonner's Wonder Woman™ Character Figures!
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 3:57:32 PM
DC Stars™: Catwoman™ Previews Exclusive!
Check it out by clicking here!
Thursday, July 30, 2009 2:25:53 PM
SAVE THE DATE!
Tonner Collectors Convention 2010
May 20-23, 2010 – Westin Lombard, Lombard, IL – more details to be published as available.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:09:56 PM
Fall/Holiday Preview!
Mark your calendars! Join Robert Tonner on Saturday, August 1st from 11-2pm for the Fall/Holiday preview at the Tonner Company Store (14 Hurley Ave. Kingston). This is your first opportunity to see many items from the brand new Fall/Holiday collection in person! Win door prizes and enjoy light refreshments.
Thursday, July 16, 2009 11:14:54 AM
Top Tyler!
Sharing Robert’s 30 Favorite Dolls from 10 Years of the House of Wentworth™
During the Tonner "On Film 2009 Convention," Robert Tonner displayed his top 30 favorite dolls from his private collection that he personally selected from the House of Wentworth’s 10 year history. Some dolls were no surprise to attendees…and the entire display was Tyler Wentworth® Grail Gold. Robert’s top 30 dolls are:
1. Splendor (OOAK)
2. Easter Parade
3. Signature Style
4. Angelina
5. Calendar Girl
6. Red Hot (Prototype)
7. C’est Magnifique
8. Azure Blue
9. Mosaic Modern
10. Ravishing Beauty
11. Believe
12. Stroke of Midnight
13. Lace & Roses Sydney
14. Most Gracious
15. Hope
16. Bronze Age (OOAK by Paula Kagan & Dimitha)
17. Casino Jade
18. Midas Touch (OOAK fur by Dimitha)
19. Leopard Luxury
20. Pure Platinum
21. When in Rome (Ashleigh Variant)
22. Be-Witched
23. Chicago Sophisticate
24. Bride (OOAK)
25. Shakespeare in the Park
26. Charmed
27. Manhattan Grand
28. Riverfront Park Promenade
29. Haute Sydney
30. Beyond Envy
Attendees at the convention voted for their top pick – and one lucky winner was chosen at random to receive a fully paid registration to the November 7th Tyler Wenthworth® Anniversary Event in Kingston, NY (click here for more information on the event). And the lucky winner is Carolyn Cox-Martin! Congrats, Carolyn…we’re looking forward to seeing you this November! Thanks to everyone for participating…and thank you, Robert Tonner, for sharing your favorites with us!
The top ten dolls as voted on by the convention attendees are:
1. Splendor (OOAK)
2. Hope
3. Most Gracious
4. Casino Jade
5. Manhattan Grand
6. When in Rome (Ashleigh Variant)
7. Stroke of Midnight
8. Pure Platinum
9. Charmed
10. Bride (OOAK)
If you’d like to relive the special exhibit, visit our Convention Blog here: http://tonner2009convention.blogspot.com/2009/06/2009-tonner-convention-special-exhibit.html
Click here to see our current collection of Tyler Wentworth™ dolls!
Monday, June 29, 2009 5:19:00 PM
TONNER DOLL GOES TO PHILLY!
June 19-21 - Wizard World Philadelphia, Booth 700
MEET ROBERT TONNER!
FRIDAY 4pm – 5pm
Panel Room 201C
A Look Ahead with Robert Tonner
Join the makers of the incredible Tonner Character Figures™ as Robert Tonner shares the latest news on their exciting lines, from the DC Stars collection to Doctor Who and Torchwood, and beyond!
FRIDAY 5pm – 7pm
SIGNING! Right here at our booth, #700!
Robert Tonner will be mingling with his fans and signing items!
SATURDAY 11am – 12pm
Panel Room 201C
Sculpting with Robert Tonner
Join world-renowned sculptor Robert Tonner, CEO of Tonner Inc., for his "Sculpting from Clay to the Finished Product" panel. Learn how the process works from beginning to end, get sculpting tips and tricks, and learn about the artistry he puts into each Tonner Character Figure. Participate in a Q&A with the sculptor himself and, of course, there will be giveaways at the end!
For more information on Wizard World Philadelphia click here!
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 3:42:10 PM
Who is Wonder Woman?
A Look at One of DC’s Finest
By Laura Domholt
Who is Wonder Woman? For 68 years she has stood as a symbol for peace, knowledge, love, and respect for millions around the globe. She is a princess, an ambassador, a warrior, and a time-honored heroine.
Her look has seen many changes over the years, but her message of peace has stayed true through the numerous challenges and hardships she has faced along the way. There is so much more than her look, though, that speaks to who she is.
Wonder Woman first burst onto the scene in All Star Comics #8 (December 1941) thanks to creator William Moulton Marston. Moulton, inventor of an early predecessor to the polygraph test, was striving to create a new superhero, one who would have "all the strength of Superman plus all the allure of a good and beautiful woman." In less than a year, she had her own self-titled comic book; a first for super-heroines. Hers is the third longest running comic in history, next to fellow Justice League members Superman and Batman. In 1972, she graced the first cover of Gloria Steinem’s Ms. Magazine.
Diana, the original Wonder Woman, was a blessing from the Gods above to Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons. After millennia on Themyscira, she deeply longed for a child. Per the gods’ instructions, she formed a baby from clay which the gods then breathed life into. She was made "beautiful as Aphrodite, wise as Athena, stronger than Hercules, and swifter than Hermes." Her other divine gifts include the ability to fly, the ability to communicate with and calm a plethora of animals and creatures, and the ability to transform from unsuspecting civilian to costumed Wonder Woman.
The immortal Amazons are dedicated to the ideals of peace and harmony, but are also skilled and fierce warriors, ready to protect their sisters when necessary. Wonder Woman is no exception. She is skilled with a bow and arrow, martial arts, sword-fighting, and hand-to-hand combat, and stays at the top of her game by sparring with fellow Justice League members such as Superman.
In addition to her numerous physical gifts, Wonder Woman was also bestowed with a variety of tools to aid her mission. The god Hephaestus fashioned her inimitable Lasso of Truth from the Golden Girdle of Gaea, as well as her bullet-proof bracelets from the shards of Zeus’s Aegis. Her golden tiara can also be used as a lethal boomerang. Wonder Woman possesses gleaming ceremonial battle armor with a protective shield and god-given sword. And of course, she has the legendary Invisible Jet, crafted from alien Lansanarian technology.
Diana is by far the most well-known and by far the longest serving bearer of the Wonder Woman mantle, but through the years other heroines have also carried the responsibility. Diana’s Amazon sister, Artemis, won the title of Wonder Woman
after winning Queen Hippolyta’s contest to choose a new Wonder Woman. Artemis met an untimely death at the hands of the White Magician, passing the role back
to Diana.
After Diana’s tragic death, her mother, the highly esteemed Queen Hippolyta, served as Wonder Woman, traveling back in time to aid the Allies in World War II. Ultimately, Hippolyta returned to the present to find Diana resurrected and ceded the title back to her daughter. For a period of time, Diana reconsidered whether or not she was worthy enough to hold the title of Wonder Woman, and her sister Donna Troy took over. In the end, Donna passed the title back to the one true Wonder Woman, Diana. Fellow Amazon Orana held the title very briefly, and Cassandra Sandsmark, Wonder Girl, became Wonder Woman in an alternate future.
Wonder Woman’s adventures have been seen across the globe in a variety of media, first and foremost, in her own comic book. Over the years, there have been more than 500 Wonder Woman comic books between three major runs. She has been seen in numerous comic book publications in addition to her own book, including Justice League of America, 52, Infinite Crisis, and Identity Crisis, just to name a few. There have been a variety of Wonder Woman books published as well, guide books and novels alike.
In 1975, Lynda Carter debuted as Diana Prince/Wonder Woman in The New Original Wonder Woman on ABC. After an unsuccessful attempt at a Wonder Woman television movie starring Cathy Lee Crosby, the network was reluctant to sign on another show. However, with this new series, the writers wanted to be truer to the comic book. All the pieces began to fall into place.
In 1975, Lynda Carter debuted as Diana Prince/Wonder Woman in The New Original Wonder Woman on ABC. While the series did take liberties with Wonder Woman’s story, it strived to maintain her message of peace. Ironically, Lynda Carter had auditioned for the role of Wonder Woman in the previous Wonder Woman movie with Cathy Lee Crosby.
Just this year, Warner Bros. Animation released a direct-to-DVD animated Wonder Woman movie. The film starred Keri Russell as the voice of Wonder Woman, with Nathan Fillion voicing her counterpart Steve Trevor. Other members of the star-studded cast included Alfred Molina, Rosario Dawson, Oliver Platt, Marg Helgenberger, and Virginia Madsen. George Perez’s seven issue comic book story arc was a prominent influence for the film’s story, although there were significant differences as well. Warner Bros. is still working at releasing a full-length Wonder Woman feature film, but they have yet to decide on a script.
Wonder Woman has even found her place in high fashion. In 2008, renowned fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg launched a Wonder Woman inspired line of fashions and accessories; the collection was quite limited and well received by Hollywood stars, such as Paris Hilton. In addition to the fashion line, DVF also released her own comic book entitled, "Be the Wonder Woman You Can Be," and featured heroines Diva, Viva, and Fifa. Her message was simple, "We all have a Wonder Woman inside us."
Above all else, Wonder Woman is a complex symbol and inspiration to countless people around the world. She is built upon a strong foundation of moral values, but still follows the paradox of being a warrior campaigning for peace. Her mission to bring peace and equality has been met with a myriad of challenges and hurdles, so much so that some feel it is hopeless, a lost cause, but not her. Despite all of the trials and tribulations, Wonder Woman keeps on fighting, using physical force only when necessary; she endures. She is the embodiment of so many qualities we strive for in our day-to-day lives, honor, loyalty, determination, respect, wisdom, and love. Even though she has been bestowed with so many amazing gifts, she still considers herself an equal among her peers. Wonder Woman inspires us all to find the wonder in ourselves.
Click here to see our latest Wonder Woman Character Figure.
Monday, June 08, 2009 5:06:23 PM
Benedictine Charity Fashion Show Wows
the Locals!
A taste of fashion with Robert Tonner and Tyler Wentworth
Robert Tonner opened the Tyler Wentworth® couture vaults to treat 150 local ladies to an informal fashion show and presentation to benefit Kingston’s Benedictine Hospital. The Ladies’ Auxiliary turned out in full force to support their hospital, and to view fashions and dolls from the creative mind of Robert Tonner.
During the luncheon, complete with a special silent auction, doll display and goody bags, models strolled amongst the tables in beaded chiffons, embroidered laces, and silk brocades. Many asked later if the clothing could be custom-ordered.
In the end, Robert’s efforts to create a local presence with the area charities and the Chamber of Commerce have certainly helped to build the Tonner name as a benefactor to Ulster County.
Click here to see Tonner's Tyler Wentworth® Collection!
Monday, June 01, 2009 3:27:40 PM
Charmed by Duff
Tom Courtney visited Charm City Cakes for Tyler Extravaganza
In the planning of the Tyler’s Tenth Anniversary Luncheon at Wiltwyck Country Club in Kingston, NY (November 7, 2009), we were approached by a very special friend who wanted to contribute something wonderful for the momentous occasion. What would this event be without a great souvenir doll, wonderful food…and a celebratory cake?!
As a fan of Food Network’s Ace of Cakes, our benefactor wanted us to approach Duff Goldman of Charm City Cakes in Baltimore, MD to commission a fabulous cake for the anniversary. I was thrilled to be able to go to Charm City Cakes and meet with Duff and his designers to discuss exactly what would make a visually appealing homage to Tyler in cake form.
No cake hoop skirts on a doll here! The idea for the cake design originated with Robert, and included input for company employees and our fabulous benefactor. An architect friend of mine assisted with a sketch concept to give Duff a visual. Then his designers took it from there.
The final design is a big secret of course…waiting to be unveiled November 7. All in all, the experience was pretty amazing! The Charm City Cake staff was very cordial and friendly…and Duff was as lively and energetic as you see on television.
As I left Charm City Cakes, the aroma of fondant icing lingered in my nose…and a broad smile took over as I relished the memory of meeting the folks there. Boy, I love my job!
Click here to see Tonner's Tyler Wentworth® collection.
Thursday, May 21, 2009 5:15:43 PM
INCOMING
Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) 5/20
E9FNDD01 Bonjour, Butterfly!
ETA 6/5
E9JLOF03 June Bug
T9DDOF03 Dreams of Tomorrow
T9FMAC01 Rouge Shoe Pack
T9FMAC02 Mineral Shoe Pack
T9FMAC03 D'Or Shoe Pack
T9FMAC04 Balance Shoe Pack
T9FMAC05 Cosmic Boots
T9FMAC06 Sandstone Boots
T9FMBD01 Antoinette: Cameo
T9FTDD01 Star Crossed
T9TWGS01 Deluxe Tyler Gift Set
ETA 6/15
E9JLBD01 Sweet Dreams
E9JLDD01 Spotlight Serenade
E9JLOF01 Spring Social
E9JLOF02 All-American Teen
T9FMBD02 Antoinette Bloom
T9FMOF04 Influential
T9FMOF05 Frivolous
ETA 6/24
E9JLAC01 Cool Tunes
T9BDDD02 Bubbling with Charm
T9FMBD04 Antoinette Spice
T9FMMN01 Cameo Mannequin
T9FMMN02 Bloom Mannequin
T9FMMN03 Honey Mannequin
T9FMMN04 Spice Mannequin
T9TWDD03 Private Affair
ETA 6/30
T9BDDD01 The Woman in Certain
T9GWDD05 Clark Gable as Rhett Butler
T9SMDD01 Supergirl Deluxe
Click here to see Tonner's newest arrivals.
Friday, May 15, 2009 5:01:26 PM
You Know You Believe in the Power
of Play® When...
By Kristen de Caccia AKA Almighty Hat
1. You not only use the word 'Frankendolly,' you use it as a verb. Example: "Oh, yes, she's been Frankendollied..."
2. You know that Alene's Tacky Glue has the same texture as marshmallow crème but none of the flavor.
3. Your dolls have their own shampoo and conditioner.
4. Your dolls have their own room.
5. Your dolls have more clothes than you do, and you spend more on clothes for them than clothes for you.
6. You look at #5 and go "Well, there are more of them than there are of me," and/or "If I could fit those pants I'd buy 'em for me, too!"
7. You own a dremel tool, but you have no idea how you might use it for home improvement.
8. You purchased and learned to use a digital camera and an image hosting service just so you could share photos of your dolls online.
9. In addition to your personal blog, you have a blog that is exclusively about dolls.
10. Instead of having a personal blog, you have a blog that is exclusively about dolls.
11. Your significant other, who has no interest in dolls, knows as much as you do about Matt and Tyler's upcoming wedding.
12. You can convert to 1:4 scale in your head, but need to pull out a pocket calculator to figure out how much to tip your waitress.
13. The first time your significant other, who has no interest in dolls, could spot the difference between a Tyler and a Sydney on sight, you praised him or her like a two-year-old who had just successfully used the potty.
14. The term 'Holy Grail' does not make you think of Jesus Christ, King Arthur, Indiana Jones, Dan Brown, Monty Python, or any form of drinking vessel whatsoever.
15. You understand that a doll, despite being a vinyl plaything sturdy enough for children old enough not to put things in their mouths, can retain more value over time if it is left pristine in its original costume and never actually played with. You also understand that a doll that has had all of its factory paint stripped and replaced with paint purchased at the local craft store can suddenly command six times its MSRP, much less its secondary market value. You do not see this as a paradox.
16. You possess the skill to make turned leather gloves for a doll with a hand all of an inch long, with a hair's breadth of a seam allowance; you use antique kid leather to do this and do not feel the least twinge of trepidation cutting into an opera glove older than you are. However, you find the idea of making simple rod-pocket curtains on a sewing machine intimidating.
17. Target, Wal-Mart, Ross, Tuesday Morning, Marshall's, Cost Plus, Pier 1, Michaels, JoAnn, even Home Depot-- you go in and you find yourself picking up an item and wondering if it could be used for dolls somehow.
18. You don't iron your clothes, but your dolls' clothes are perfectly pressed.
19. Your dolls all have their own personalities, families, friends, histories, even names that may or may not match what company lore tells you.
20. The words, "Oh, I just popped her wrist back into the socket again, no harm done," do not make you wince in sympathy.
Click here to see Tonner's newest arrivals.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009 10:31:49 AM
2009
HONORS From IDEX & ToyFair
Click on each to see the image!
Dolls Awards of Excellence Nominations:
Joan Crawford - Classic Portrait
Effanbee® Alice - Curiouser & Curiouser
DOTY (Doll of the Year Industry's Choice Awards):
Disney Showcase: 22" Belle
Bette Davis - The Woman is Certain (shown below)
Friday, May 08, 2009 4:36:19 PM
Gone With The Wind: An American Legend
In its 70th Anniversary, a look at Hollywood’s most beloved classic…
Gone With The Wind rests in the hearts of many fans of cinema. When the book was released, America found itself swept into the deep and engrossing story of two families forever changed by the American Civil War. At the heart of the story, the determined drive of Scarlett O’Hara caustically brushed against those around her as they watch a young, spoiled girl transformed into a woman that stops at nothing to ensure her own survival and the endurance of the memories built by her late parents. When it came to re-tell the story on the silver screen, David O. Selznick knew he must find the perfect actress to re-create the part, and the search to find his Scarlett would become one of the greatest casting searches in the history of Hollywood. When the role settled with Vivien Leigh, Hollywood was still abuzz with the various screen tests, the open casting calls, and the scandals associated with Selznick’s search. The performance as we know it today is legendary; but can you imagine any other actress who could have brought the character to life such as Vivien Leigh did?
Let’s take a flashback into the old days of Hollywood. The perfect Scarlett might have been Bette Davis. But Warner Bros. offered her in addition to Errol Flynn as Rhett Butler, and the public had overwhelming opinion that Clark Gable was the only choice for Rhett. Although other actors were considered for the Butler role, Selznick narrowed his focus to ensure he could secure Gable in the part. Some feel that the Bette Davis film, Jezebel, was made in retaliation to Davis’ loss of the part (of which the public felt Bette Davis was one of the contenders), but it’s difficult to accurately verify this rumor.
Without a question, the two leading considerations for Scarlett were Norma Shearer and Paulette Goddard. Shearer had little interest in Scarlett, and others had stated her to be too old for the part. Goddard tested well, and David Selznick seriously considered offering her the role, but being Selznick’s next door neighbor and living out of wedlock with Charlie Chaplain had their own damaging consequences. It wasn’t long before Selznick dropped her from the running. Even today, one cannot watch the film The Women, without thinking of all the Scarlett hopefuls under the direction of George Cukor, who was replaced on GWTW by Victor Fleming.
There were many, many others you could see in the role. Think of a young Lana Turner (who was the most age-appropriate)…or even Lucille Ball (who, after a disastrous reading for the part, would return many years later to purchase Selznick’s studio and move into his office with Desilu Productions).
When it came to be Vivien Leigh’s turn, she was already signed with Selznick’s brother, Myron, as her agent. Some say that his private talks with David had already placed her in the role while the search continued, and that the famous burning of Atlanta scene where Selznick ‘discovered’ Leigh, was a publicity stunt. But in the end, she is the choice that remains in our hearts today. Few can even admit to seeing anyone else in the role. It was a role that would consume Leigh, and her physical and mental health would suffer. Nevertheless, we will always have her immortal performance to remember whenever we think ‘tomorrow is another day.’
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Wednesday, April 29, 2009 10:09:04 AM
“A Day in the Life”
Miss Nancy
Executive Assistant and Event Coordinator
9am – Another day at work… This is my 13th year working for Tonner Doll! I am still waiting for spring although we had snowflakes yesterday. Did I mention I am SO ready for spring!?
9:45am – Robert buzzed and asked me to take a look at his printer; its got a paper jam (again). All fixed! (Though I don’t really tell him how to fix it – job security you knowJ).
10:15am – I signed another attendee up for convention (we’re almost sold out!). Everyone is getting excited for this convention. We have lots of surprises and goodies planned. Reminder to self: find some cool pajamas for the PJ party!
11am – Made an appointment for Robert to do a phone interview for a magazine article.
Noon – Caught up on email. I got an email from my friend Judy – she’s at the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, GA and I’m SO jealous. She got some great pictures of Tiger Woods – up close! Yes, I’m a Tiger groupie J.
12:30pm – Lunch break!! I called both sons to find out how my new grandbabies are doing (both my sons just had sons- I already love spoiling them!).
1:30pm – Worked on convention agenda and answered some emails about the convention.
3pm – Convention meeting with Robert, Joe and Tom – we finalized the agenda and seminars.
4pm – MORE emails!! I helped Robert with another computer problem… Formatting a document (again, I DON’T tell him how to do it himself – MORE job securityJ).
4:30pm –Kitty is screaming outside my door to the warehouse (she goes out there, and then cries at my door to get back in). This seems to be our 4:30 ritual. Kitty screams, I jump!
5pm – Phone call – another person registers for convention! This will be her first and she’s very excited and I’m excited for her.
5:30pm – Answered MORE email; seems I can never get caught up.
5:45pm – Time to go home!! Another good day at work, and yes… I DO believe in the power of play. J
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