Archive for September, 2007

Barbie’s Big! She Has Her Own Convention

Friday, September 28th, 2007

Barbie is big – there is no doubt about it. As a matter of fact, she is so big that she has her own fan club, and membership is strictly limited! Yet did you know that she is so big, that she even hosts her own convention?  It is true!  Mattel – who has long since realized that it is not little girl that are buttering its bred, but instead affluent and avid doll collectors – hosts annual Barbie conventions that cater specifically to this group of Barbie aficionados.

Therefore, the Barbie convention is a very carefully planned and executed event, and very little is left to chance.  At the same time, special care is taken that first time attendees will understand what they will be getting themselves into, so that they will not be overwhelmed, since this is rather easy to do.  Similarly, novices will need to know to come equipped with plastic, checkbook, or cash, as there will definitely bargains to be had for any serious collector.

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Defining NRFB – A Coup for vintage Barbie Owners

Saturday, September 15th, 2007

NRFB is the abbreviation that stands for “never removed from box.”  It intimates that human hands never touched the doll inside the box, and that the doll and its accessories are in the same condition as the day that it left the factory where it was manufactured. For vintage doll owners, this term is music to their ears, and whenever such a collector has the opportunity to procure a doll thusly advertised it is considered a coup for this vintage Barbie owner.  For the seller, being able to add this abbreviation to the sales description of any vintage Barbie she or he might be attempting to pass on, this means more money will change hands.

Defining these “never removed from box” dolls is relatively easy.  It means that nobody has ever opened the package, taken out the doll, and played with it.  It further means that nothing has entered the box, such as insects, but that instead the doll could be considered pristine. For vintage Barbie dolls, this is a rather rare distinction. Vintage doll collectors state that the reason why they will go to great length to obtain these dolls – and why they are willing to part with large sums of money in the process – is simply the fact that each vintage doll that comes inside an original package is a little piece of history.  As such, it is hard to come by, harder to preserve, and a priced addition to any collection.

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Bedroom makeover: Cool Bedding!

Saturday, September 1st, 2007

Often these days we think of our beds as just a thing for sleep.  After our days work we tend to go home go to be just like a daily routine.  Going to bed with its dull design is one reason we think of our beds as mere sleeping resource.  Now it is time to put on newer and cool bedding and see the difference. 

Because of our hectic schedule we forget the essence of comfort our bed brings us.  Bring comfort back to your bed by creating a different feel every time you get inside your bedroom.  Make it a special place to relax and give you more than just comfort. 

One great way of bringing energy back to your bed is to change your beddings with something you like or a favorite theme in your childhood.  In www.visionbedding.com getting customized bedding is easy.  The company specializes in different sorts of beddings.  They have a wide array of beddings from Car bedding, Teen Girls Bedding, etc.

Another great gift idea is to get a customized bedding for that special someone.  If that person likes cars then vision bedding is just the right to place to look for.  They have unique car bedding designs which will suit any person’s personality. 

There are plenty of ways to use cool teen bedding designs the ideas are endless.  Visit the website and be amazed of the various designs the company offer.Â