We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Unfollow cabbage patch doll to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Since cabbage patch kids came into being at babyland general hospital in 1978, they were an instant hit with parents and children alike. During this time the foreign market factories produced cpk from 19841985. So now you dont have to feel weird about keeping a whole lot of old baby dolls in your basement. Xavier roberts has his signature on the bottom of each cabbage patch kid. Mar 21, 2018 how to fix cabbage patch kid yarn hair. The allnew cabbage patch kids 9 me and my cutie is a must have. I need fast cash, yet i dont want to take a big loss either. Since then, the dolls have been in high demand, and so, along with new models of. Cabbage patch, the last time i looked, had its own book. The very 1st 1,000 handmade dolls were taken from a 1937 baby name book.
As business boomed, stores struggled to keep cabbage patch on the. Babyland general hospital in cleveland, georgia remains a top tourist attraction and special event locale. See more ideas about cabbage patch kids, cabbage patch and patches. Dec 26, 2009 you can get any cabbage patch kid you want. Cabbage patch kids names from the 80s and 90s be a fun mum. All cabbage patch dolls came with their own unique name and you had to write to the company to get their birth certificate. Cabbage patch kid personalized custom birth certificate replica. Jan 06, 2019 in the cabbage patch is where you would find the cabbage patch kids being born and then they could live in babyland generel in cleveland, georgia until they were adopted. Before roberts became involved in the toy industry, thomas had created and marketed her own line of. They experienced popularity in the 1980s, and original cabbage patch dolls made before 1990 are considered vintage. People are starting to sell their prized cabbage patch kid dolls for thousands of dollars. Remembering the snacktime kid the terrifying doll that. Another place to find information is a local cabbage patch kids collectors club or a doll collectors expo.
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. And, if youve ever owned a cabbage patch kid youd know that he printed his name right on the tush of every doll. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable. This cutie also features a removable hood and traditional baby powder scent. His little people were not offered for sale, but were adopted each with their own individual name and birth certificate. Xavier roberts introduced the world to his little people or cabbage patch kids in 1976 in new york and sold the rights to a major toy manufacturing company in 1982. The cabbage patch kids scandal theyve been trying to sweep. The signature stamp, tag and notice provide clues to the identity of a cabbage patch doll. The first cabbage patch doll was released in 1983 and designed by a man named.
The cabbage patch kid names lists are gathered from reader submissions of their. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of dollars. My cabbage patch doll looked like this one and her name was sasha. Cabbage patch kids, originally known as little people, became a. Oneofakind deluxe unboxed 17 inch babies and 20 inch kids with vinyl heads and soft bodies. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 for sale in stock ebay. Roberts patented the doll in 1978 and would do something unique to each one, he branded his name right onto one of the buttcheeks. The horrors of cannibal cabbage patch kids ripleys believe. 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.
Each is uniquely dressed in fully removable clothing and comes with a birth certificate. Now your cabbage patch doll can have her very own fairy costume too. Xavier roberts hand printed the name tags which accompanied his babies and printed each birth certificate with his own fists as the footprints. Cabbage patch kids are a brand of dolls created by xavier roberts in 1978. I drafted my anna doll from an original 16inch massmarket cabbage patch kid. Name one person who cant remember their favorite toy. Similar to his later works of art, the cabbage patch dolls, the little people came with adoption papers. Full front and back photos of the baby with and without clothes, the full original name of the baby, the name of the first. Boys, girls, and collectors can enjoy these pre1990 cabbage patch kids. Choose the one you want and you will be given the opportunity. Get ready to love, cuddle, snuggle and play with your very own baby.
There are several ways to identify authentic cabbage patch dolls, including signature, body tags and notice. Jan 24, 2020 similar to his later works of art, the cabbage patch dolls, the little people came with adoption papers. While the original little people by xavier were handcrafted, later in 1982 coleco purchased the rights to start producing very similar dolls under the name cabbage patch kids. You can always do your own research if you wish to wait for a sale. While the cabbage patch kid may sound like just another doll, what added to their popularity was the fact that each doll came with their own adoption papers, the dolls were soft, meaning they could be taken to bed just like a fluffy animal and they were somewhat ugly but in a cute way. One of the topics i get asked about most frequently is how to fix cabbage patch kid yarn hair. Become a part of the cabbage patch family and adopt one today. I own the roxanna susanne cabbage patch doll, ca 1984 child doll, girl dolls.
Please let me know if there are any cabbies missing from this list also, i need a good picture of every single cabbage patch doll in this list it is a huge task. Yello80s cannot identify or price any cabbage patch kid dolls or. Welcome to the official cabbage patch kids website. The dolls started to be sold with the story of their discovery, which stated that a 10yearold boy named xavier roberts discovered the cabbage patch kids when he was following a bunnybee behind a. However, a few may have it on the right cheek in an upside down position. Your vintage cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands. I got my first name from a cabbage patch doll that my older sister had. My lovely cabbage patch babys name was odette irenenot bad my parents got it for me because my mothers name is irene. Now some of the later cabbage patch kids had the corn silk type hair and i have a whole post about how to deal with that but the early cabbage patch dolls mostly had yarn hair so its important to know how to take care of it. We have a cabbage patch twin dolls name of luke and joela. Some of the things being 3 original cabbage patch dolls. Cabbage patch kids apparently grew out of cabbages, and were not born in the usual fashion. But for some, a toy was more than just a plaything, it was life itself.
The cutthroat saga behind the cabbage patch kids craze. If youre looking for colourful and cheerful collectable dolls, then these are for you. Signature stamps also appear in different colors that correlate with the. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune. Birth certificates and adoption papers are included and you will have the opportunity to change the name and birthdate of your cabbage patch kid. Jennifer rosenberg is a historian and writer who specializes in 20thcentury history. If you were a kid in the 80s, you probably, at some point, had a cabbage patch kid.
Now some of the later cabbage patch kids had the corn silk type hair and i have a whole post about how to deal with that. Expert cabbage patch doll collectors can be consulted for further information on the authenticity of a particular doll. May 20, 20 i got my first name from a cabbage patch doll that my older sister had. As a cabbage patch kid sold overseas, the tsukuda dolls were specifically made and sold in japan. Ive found similar, but not exact, so i drafted my own. Did you keep your cabbage patch dolls original names, or did you override. Now little ones can be just like their favorite cutie with the adorable matching headband. Jun 12, 2018 we have a cabbage patch twin dolls name of willie luke and joela tess. The gimmick behind the hardheaded, softbodied baby dolls was that each came with its own unique name and birth certificate, allowing the owners to more or less raise their own stylized moppet from birth or growth, as the case may be.
Here is a list in alphabetical order of some of the cabbage patch kids that were adopted in the 80s and 90s. These deluxe 17 babies and 20 kids are available exclusively on our website and at babyland general hospital. In 1982, roberts gave the dolls the new name of cabbage patch kids when he began to license smaller versions out to a toy company called coleco. The softbodied babylike dolls, each of which came with its own adoption certificate, were a worldwide. Cpk online adoption center with the name and birthday you choose. Tell us what else you do know and the appraiser will be able to better assist you. 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. Look in the book find the name of your doll and it will give you a market value at the time of printing.
Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 for sale in stock. The horrors of cannibal cabbage patch kids ripleys. Mar 20, 2018 this is a complete list of cabbage patch kids made from 1982 to 2018. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your basement. Sep 19, 2017 in 1982, roberts gave the dolls the new name of cabbage patch kids when he began to license smaller versions out to a toy company called coleco.
These dolls, made by xavier roberts, began with the name little people and were sold with individualized birth certificates. The cabbage patch kid was the iconic symbol of toy obsession. Worlds away from the beauty of antique porcelain dolls, cabbage patch dolls have a friendly, kidfromnext door appearance. My sisters had their own cabbage patch kids, and although i dont remember. Ive searched high and low for a pattern to make dolls close to cabbage patch kids. These toy versions are recognizable by their smaller size and vinyl heads. Have we have a cabbage patch kid replica birth certificate. So if you had a birth certificate originally and provided theyve kept some sort of record with your details they may be able to find the names for you. Apr 18, 2017 cabbage patch kids are a brand of dolls created by xavier roberts in 1978.
Apr 24, 2015 if you were a kid in the 80s, you probably, at some point, had a cabbage patch kid. Product title cabbage patch kids rocker doll, blonde hairbrown eye girl average rating. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your. This is a complete list of cabbage patch kids made from 1982 to 2018. During the 1983 christmas season, parents in the united states frantically searched everywhere for the coveted. Thats because toys have shaped our childhood since man picked up a stick and drew in the sand. Estadoption agents accept calls monday through friday 95 est we accept.
Video game giant coleco began massproducing the second phase of. There are 6 with the answered by a verified appraiser. Jul 06, 2017 the gimmick behind the hardheaded, softbodied baby dolls was that each came with its own unique name and birth certificate, allowing the owners to more or less raise their own stylized moppet from birth or growth, as the case may be. The soft and cuddly 9 cutie is named and numbered for collectability. Cabbage patch doll 1984 red hair ginger blue green eyes vintage plush plastic. Once you select your favorite, you will be offered the opportunity to change your cabbage patch kids name and birthdate.
We have a cabbage patch twin dolls name of willie luke and joela tess. If you have a cabbage patch doll, you may want to clean it. New collectors should be aware that fake kids may look almost identical to the authentic dolls. 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. Each doll came with their own unique name and birth certificate. It was the gateway to our imagination and food for our creativity. How to sell original cabbage patch dolls our pastimes. Another popular way to sell cabbage patch dolls is through ebay, facebook marketplace, or similar websites. Every baby is born at babyland general hospital and comes ready for love with cute removable fashions and fun accessories. Oaa still make dolls with cloth faces, and hasbro produced a special 10th anniversary edition in 1992 which featured cloth heads. The company changed the name from little people to cabbage patch kids and went on to sell millions of the dolls.
The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls currently available for sale. 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. What name is printed on cabbage patch dolls answers. Most collectors and sellers are happy to give advice. 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. Jun 14, 2006 welcome to the official cabbage patch kids website. My anna doll soft sculpture pattern custom cabbage patch. Find a vintage doll store in your area and take your doll or dolls to be appraised. The cabbage patch kids scandal theyve been trying to. When we asked the bafm community what your cabbage patch doll was called, we were blown away with the names.
In most instances, the xavier roberts signature stamp appears on the left butt cheek of the doll. I have some cabbage patch dolls i would like to sell. Originally created in 1978 and called little people, these dolls are still popular today. Dec 28, 2019 i moved into an old house where i inherited a lot of stuff i dont need. In the cabbage patch is where you would find the cabbage patch kids being born and then they could live in babyland generel in cleveland, georgia until they were adopted. Cabbage patch dolls in the pre1990 group are split into two phases. How can you find out what your cabbage patch doll is worth.
Names could be officially changed but it was a process and this added to their. Cabbage patch dolls come with birth certificates, and they each have their own name and birth date. Unfortunately, thomas never ed her art, so roberts was totally able to snatch up the idea for the dolls. Collector information, identification my cabbage patch kids. If you have an original handstitched soft sculpted cabbage patch kid or little person, send your email request for replacement papers to billie. You could also apply to change the name if you didnt like it.
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