American Girl Dolls How to Identify High Value Items for Collectors & Resellers Tips Former Employee

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Welcome to my channel! In today's video I'm switching gears to tell you my American Girl Story! I am a reseller by trade, but I have always loved the American Girl brand. I've been collecting American Girl dolls since 2003. I worked at the Boston location between 2008 and 2019 as a sales associate, an event planner, a personal shopper and as a stylist in the doll hair salon. This company is very special to me! I have picked up some knowledge through the years and I am excited to share some tips with you in this video on how to identify valuable dolls in the collection. I'm also excited to share my AG story with you! I hope you enjoy it!
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@KimRobinson1214 4 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting all day for this after seeing you with Denali. If you are an adult, which doll would you recommend to start with. I love these dolls. I don't care if I'm 59. I just love them. I never had dolls when I was younger. We just never had the income for it. So, I'm not going to let my age stop me if I want to start buying and collecting them. I also was the person who asked what dolls to buy my 10 year old twin girls. I'd love your help with both questions. So happy you did this video and what a job to have! Thanks for sharing!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Kimberly! Thank you for watching! I hope you enjoy this video!! I would tell you to buy the doll you connect with the most. I feel the same way about fashion! Maybe you like a doll based on her looks, or maybe you like her for her story! Your age probably lines up best with Julie! Julie's story takes place in 1974 and she is 9 or 10 in the story!! Her story is set in San Francisco! She's a great character! I'm loving Maryellen right now and I'll always love the classics who I feature today! I know hundreds and hundreds of adult collectors! Go for it!

@tundra-bun 3 жыл бұрын

My grandma is 58.

@phalenesainei3530 2 жыл бұрын

Hey I Love You by your videos so much I want to watch them all

@shirleydrake1602 2 жыл бұрын

I would buy what you love. Girl of the year is always collectible. This year is particularly good because it’s the first doll of a new face mold. I am not the expert this lady is, but I have been collecting for fifteen years and have bought dolls for two granddaughters who aged out of dolls and left me facing the fact that I am a adult collector. I’’m 72 years old but I love dolls! I have even started collecting some Our Generation dolls. They have a new face mold which I love. BTY The Joss doll has a different face mold. She was Girl Of The Year foe 2020. She must be about sold out by now. If you are collecting for appreciation start with Joss, then get the current Girl of the year. For the twins, they are old enough to have any doll, just remember, if they brush the hair, use a wig brush and a water spray bottle and NEVER BRUSH THE HAIE OF A DOLL WITH CURLY HAIR!!!! Happy collecting! I wish I could follow your progress.

@shelleygiese4235 Жыл бұрын

I am 59 as well and just starting to collect. You are never too old

@gatorgirlgab 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this video! I'm 19 and never really grew out of dolls, it makes me happy that I don't think I ever will have to.

@blakefieri3447 2 жыл бұрын

as a 22yr old who got into dolls as a kid and became a collector in their teens, i promise u dont ever have to "grow out" of dolls. i use my monster high dolls as decor for my apartment, and literally every time someone comes over they tell me how much they like that because it just feels so nice and happy to have dolls and plushies smiling at u! even my mom makes a comment about how nice it is that i have dolls and toys decorating the place any time she visits!

@Ideah-Artworks 2 жыл бұрын

I'm almost 20 years old and I still love my American Girl dolls and take them every place I go.

@psychicmillennial3581 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this vid! I had Kirsten as a kid and a couple of years later I got an “American Girl Of Today” and these were such a huge part of my childhood! So many of my friends had different dolls, and we’d go to little American girl meetups at the library. I’ve been wanting to start collecting them again now in my 30’s. This was so nostalgic!!

@jrmmarsh555 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Lori! I’m from Wisconsin and started with a Bitty Baby for my daughters 3rd Christmas in 1997. Also attended many warehouse sales in Middleton back in the day. These sales were incredible! I was able to expand my daughters collection into 5 more 18” dolls, plus so many accessories. The pricing was phenomenal. I always said the moms love the dolls 1st and then pass their love onto their daughters. I could chat here forever about all the fun we all had. My daughter is 25 now and expecting her 1st baby any day! She’ll be able to pass her collection onto her daughter one day. Love your videos and would love to see more about American Girl. Thank you for sharing a part of your heart!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

I've always wanted to go to the Wisconsin sale!!

@gailgrooms997 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most enjoyable videos I have seen. Thank you!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

This comment makes me so happy Gail. I Love this company and I hope I did well by them in this video. More to come!!

@catrin17m64 4 жыл бұрын

Omg. Lori .. I have been watching you on You Tube, IG and listening to your podcast ... and I just put two and two together. You helped me once with my daughter Allison who is now 15 at the AG store. And I remember it like yesterday!! Bitty Twin blonde was her first doll at 4 “Sarah”. But Chrissa was her first full size doll. Then Lanie, Rebecca, McKenna. Tons of wonderful memories. Thank you for sharing and I cannot wait to show Allison your collection!! 💖

@elducho 4 жыл бұрын

Catrin17 M no way! Lori helped you Cathy??

@catrin17m64 4 жыл бұрын

el ducho yes!!!! Granted it was eons ago!! But every time I watched Lori there was always something familiar. And I didn’t know she had a love for AG until today and it all came together. Just amazing. 💖💖

@elducho 4 жыл бұрын

Catrin17 M that’s crazy! What a small world!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Catrin, this blows my mind!! Was at in the salon when you visited or on the sales floor? So crazy! What a small world! I'm so happy to be a part of your memories at American Girl! I can't believe the store is gone. Grateful for my years there. Say hello to Allison for me!!

@catrin17m64 4 жыл бұрын

Lori Tata we went several times. I but I think it was on her 5th birthday when we got her Rebecca. She had Chrissa and we had a little birthday for her. I’m going to send you some pics. What terrific memories. 💖💖

@sarahyates5611 4 жыл бұрын

I have to say I am not a big doll person, but I wanted to watch your info on American Dolls. I was fascinated. My grand daughter wanted on for Christmas. We found a similar doll to American Doll. She was happy. But now I will always be on the lookout for American Dolls. Subscriber and aspiring reseller. Thank You, Sarah.

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Sarah! Thank you for your message! I'm glad you found this interesting. There are so many dolls for purchase second hand! I hope you find the perfect doll for your granddaughter! xo

@denisedouglas6522 4 жыл бұрын

OMG Lori! I LOVE YOU! You truly are an American Girl! They’re ALL your favorites. Thank you for this inspiring video. I’m 61 and want find my own doll! Since you asked what we like/want, my absolute favorite video was your Marie Kondo where you did your room. That totally inspired me. This inspired me to once again find something I love. I live alone and can do what I want! I just was blessed with my SEVENTH GRANDSON yesterday! My baby has a baby. He and his wife are on Germany (Army). My daughter hopes to have the first girl. The fun thing is, my little boys love playing here with my vintage tea sets and dishes. They will enjoy dolls! Thank you, Lori, for being YOU!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Denise! I've been waiting to share this video for so long! Go get yourself a doll! They are so much fun! Perfect little hobby! I love hunting for all things American Girl! xoxo

@lizlevinee 4 жыл бұрын

My first doll was Samantha and I got her for my first birthday in 1994 and I think had 6 after that and still have all of them and am so grateful to have had them all!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

So many sweet memories with these dolls! I'm glad you still have them all! Thanks for watching!

@sherrywalker161 3 жыл бұрын

THIS VIDEO IS THE BEST I BOUGHT MY WHITE BODY SAMANTHA IN 1986 AND HAVE BEEN A FAN AND COLLECTOR FOR OVER 30 YEARS. I WILL BE 70 THIS YEAR AND HAVE NO PLANS TO STOP COLLECTING. THE HISTORIC DOLLS ESPECIALLY THE EARLY ONES HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART. I LOOK FORWARD TO WATCHING MORE OF YOUR VIDEOS. THANKS FOR SHARING.

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sherry! It's so nice to hear about your love for American Girl! I can certainly relate! I just posted a new AG video! I hope you enjoy it!

@nancygardner2165 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Your experience is a magnified version of my own. I worked for AG for about 3 years in two locations after being a STAHM for years. My collection is 1/3 of yours. I REALLY enjoyed this video. It’s awesome to find a kindred spirit in the virtual world. The magic of these dolls enhances life, and always will. Thank you

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Nancy! It is wonderful to see how these dolls connect so many people! I'm so grateful for my years with AG.

@laurab8450 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely wonderful content, Lori! I bought my granddaughter her first American Girl doll 2 years ago when she turned 5. I was so excited to get one for her I couldn't wait until she was older, lol. Would love to see more videos on the dolls & their accessories ♥ Thank you!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Laura! I'm so happy you enjoyed the video! I was a little nervous for this one, because AG is so close to my heart, I wanted to do well by the company! I look forward to creating more content!! Thanks for watching! xo

@AnimalLover101195 3 жыл бұрын

bold of you to assume I can part with my childhood nostalgia that me and my sister's *massive* American Girl collection for financial gain. Like I have an entire room at my parents house of pretty good condition AG stuff from the 90's till mid/late 2000's that could probably give me rent money for quite a while.

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in the same boat! It's nearly impossible for me to part with any pieces from my collection! Good to know we can pay a few bills if/when we decide to sell! lol! I just posted a new AG video if you'd like to check it out! Have a great day!

@colettecummings4080 4 жыл бұрын

I loved this video. My niece had Addie and she was obsessed. I learned a lot and would love to hear more about the historical dolls and the girl of the year. I would also like to see a whole video dedicated to clothes. Great job Lori.

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy you enjoyed it! I definitely plan to do more. I can't wait to talk about outfits!!

@kah9157 4 жыл бұрын

I am so excited about this!! I LOVE American Girl Dolls!!! I found my first thrifted American Girl Dolls a few months ago!! I grew up reading all of the books and playing with them and always have a sweet spot in my heart for them!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

There is something so special about these dolls and their stories! So glad you enjoyed it!

@mckennaaldridge7493 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to see more AG doll videos from you! This was such a nice video to put on and just listen to- so eloquently put together, and I would love to see more of your collection!

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you McKenna. I really need to do more videos.

@jeanettepruitt4728 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video and sharing your collection with us! Another adult collector here :)

@John-mh6mi 3 жыл бұрын

Can't thank you enough. Very informative, honestly found out several new things only a person who worked at AG would know. Thank you for sharing.

@dolls4u541 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my God. You have a fascinating collection of dolls! I’m new to the AG dolls brand and I have started liking them so much. Your video just made my day!

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@sharonhumphreys8305 7 ай бұрын

As a new collector of AG dolls, I loved your video and your doll closet was like an Aladdin's Cave for me! I have subscribed and look forward to watching more of your videos. Hugs, Sharon in Spain x

@pr9177 3 жыл бұрын

Lori, this was amazing! Yes yes yes! I love the dolls, but it was even more fun just to hear your stories. I learned a lot!

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I need to do another AG video soon!

@DumpsterDivingDuck Жыл бұрын

I had never heard of American Girl Dolls till a few days ago when a reseller was talking about them and I wanted to figure out how to spot them, but you really made me appreciate them and now I wish I had know about them when my niece was little so I could have introduced them to her :)

@deeluciow809 4 жыл бұрын

This is such a great video! I am also from the Cabbage Patch Era! I have a son so I have never purchased an American Girl doll, but my nieces collect them! Great information! I hope you do more of these videos! I have a lot to learn and I will need to find one for myself!!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dee! Loved my CPKids in the early 80s! So happy you enjoyed this video! Thanks for watching!

@kah9157 4 жыл бұрын

I want to see all of the episodes you mentioned!! This was such a special nostalgia time for me!! I grew up playing with American Girl Dolls and the Historical ones were my favorite

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

These dolls are so special! Thank you for watching! So happy you enjoyed it! xo

@marciasartstudio5509 Жыл бұрын

Loved seeing all your beautiful dolls!

@Flanuora Жыл бұрын

Loved this video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

@LorisBostonFound Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@suheyleemiranda8820 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this video. Please please make more. I want to see your whole collection.

@fthurman 4 жыл бұрын

This was a lovely video - I had to laugh at the beginning, I'm one of those sorts of collectors! ;) And fwiw, since you said to "fact check you", you were all spot on, except your musing about #61 no longer being available - she indeed is still being produced and can be bought direct from AG. I'd love to see more videos like this, listen to you discuss the history, and in doing so, show off your collection. I might recommend that you write up a outline, and go through things by topic - like a video on just the Girls of the Year with a little summary of their story, tell us about their collection, and show us what, if anything, you have of those - just as an example. I'd recommend using the American Girl wiki to fill in any information you might need - it's really thorough.

@lilleedolls 3 жыл бұрын

Such an informative video, thank you for sharing! It must have been so much fun working at American Girl ❤️ I hope to add a pleasant company historical doll into my collection someday. 🤗

@lizagoldman7857 Жыл бұрын

My daughter has a My Twin Pleasant Company American Girl Doll I gave to her in the mid 90's. Her hair is shoulder length and flips up and she has freckles, just like my daughter. Of course I love Her and my daughter could care less. I thoroughly enjoyed your video. I learned so much and loved seeing all the dolls.

@racheldelilah 5 ай бұрын

Love this!! I always want to know more about the historical dolls. I think they should continue to build/expand that line because they do it so well! I never could get their collections but I loved looking at everything in the catalogues ❤️

@designerdudsjunkie5117 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Lori! Thank you for the fun video and stroll down memory lane. My oldest daughter was born in 2001 as well and I bought her doll at the American Girl store in NYC on my first and only trip to the Big Apple. We then bought one for my second daughter. I am scouting the house to find their dolls now-I know I saved them somewhere! Now that they are growing up I definitely treasure the days when they could just be little girls! (In my mad search for the dolls I did find the thrifted CHANEL scarf that they used for a doll blanket and ruined with silly putty! 😱 That was a sad day! My one and only CHANEL find to this day! 🤪).

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

I miss those little girl days!

@christylogan1983 2 жыл бұрын

I am 66yrs old & a newbie AG Dolls fan! Now that I have had about a year to explore, I am hooked! Wow-wheeee! I am indulging my inner child who loves this STUFF! ->we now have our own Wonderful collection of dolls, pets, horses, & accessories! We're never too old to find something new to love& enjoy 🤩💞💯🎯

@danniparis8898 4 жыл бұрын

great video. i'd love to see what accessories, clothes, furniture, etc to look for while thrifting. i would definitely love to see more AG videos.

@AbigailEmmaB 3 жыл бұрын

I already know all of this information as I’ve been collecting for years but this was very entertaining!

@laurieowens7187 4 жыл бұрын

This was great! It was a walk down memory lane b/c my girls loved AG girls. I'd love a video on the outfits & accessories and what goes to who and how to tell what is AG and what is not. Thanks so much

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Great memories, right! I definitely want to do an outfit/accessory video next!

@songbird857 3 жыл бұрын

I sew doll clothes and I use my daughter’s old Kit doll as a model. I was browsing at goodwill today, and I usually look at the dolls because I needed a couple of stands… Lo and behold… I spied a doll that looked an awful lot like Kirsten. I couldn’t believe it when I picked her up and saw the Pleasant Company on her neck! (And the $4 price tag made me smile.) She has the softer vinyl (skin tone body), and the wider feet, so I do believe that she is pre 2000. She has a hospital band from the AG store, and her strings are gone, so I’m guessing she had her limbs tightened. I am not really interested in reselling, but adding her as a model for my sewing!!

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

What a score! I would have been so excited!

@margui6224 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing your collection.

@elducho 4 жыл бұрын

So excited for this! Edit: the little girl in me loved this - thank you, Lori!! ❤️❤️ Double edit: still watching! 😂 all of these outfits are taking me back!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so, so happy you enjoyed it Denali! Thank you for the push to make this video! Did you find your Samantha yet?

@utubernan1223 4 жыл бұрын

The little flip hairdo, so adoreable! This is a great informative video, thank u

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

So happy you liked it! Yes, that hair is so cute! Whoever cut it did a great job!

@loganrohrbach5481 4 жыл бұрын

Love this ❤️ I have a white body Kirsten with all of her outfits, accessories and furniture that I have since I was little. Never getting rid of it! Would love more videos in this series to learn so much more! Such valuable information as an owner and reseller to know what to look for. Thank you for sharing!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Logan! Your Kirsten collection must be beautiful! I'm still on the hunt for her trunk! I will definitely add more to this series. Lmk if there is anything specific you'd like to see! Thanks for watching! xo

@loganrohrbach5481 4 жыл бұрын

Would love to see a video on the original 3 girls and go through their accessories. I’m pretty sure I have most of the accessories and outfits Kirsten came with, but who knows 🤷‍♀️. She did get sent to the hospital once but I can’t remember for what. Does that decrease their value when selling?

@carmendelgado9256 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Lori, Love this video, and the history behind the American Girls. They are so beautiful. I love all your videos, its always good to see other content and this one is amazing. :)

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Carmen! It was a big branch out, but I'm so happy you enjoyed it! I hope to do more in the future! Thank you so much for watching!

@elizabethasanaj8422 3 жыл бұрын

I have 5 signed dolls! Paid a lot of money but they were worth it lol

@noelgourdin81 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, you said you have 5 signed dolls? Where are the dolls signed and I'm new, so this MAY sound like a stupid question, but what's the name that's signed on them?

@elizabethasanaj8422 3 жыл бұрын

Pleasant Rowland signed them. She signed 2500 of each of the original 3 girls samantha Kirsten and Molly

@noelgourdin81 3 жыл бұрын

@@elizabethasanaj8422 gotcha! Thanks so much for your reply and the info.

@sarahsutton898 3 жыл бұрын

I’d love a video of Samantha’s whole collection!

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Ooh, I love Samantha. I would really enjoy showcasing her collection here!

@corydallas5178 2 жыл бұрын

I always loved these dolls, but I had a son. Oh well, I still enjoy seeing them and hearing the stories. My little lad is 30 now, he doesn't know how close he came to getting a doll for Christmas. I like seeing passion and that's what you have. Good Luck Bev

@Peonydream 4 жыл бұрын

Lori I loved seeing a glimpse of your collection! I would definitely watch any videos or deep dives you do on your dolls. I never had an American Girl doll growing up but definitely see the appeal. I collect barbie dolls, particularly the silkstone ones they have been putting out the last 20 years but also lots of regular ones too.

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not familiar with the silkstone Barbies. I'll have to check them out! Because AG is owned by Mattel who also owns Barbie, we would get the Holiday Barbie in our gift boxes every year! I think I have 8 of them!

@Peonydream 4 жыл бұрын

@@LorisBostonFound I love the Holiday Barbies and have quite a few of them too. The silkstone barbies are beautiful. They have a more vintage high fashion look to them.

@lpsindigo7137 2 жыл бұрын

This is so interesting! I loved hearing your personal experiences with the store and the company!

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed! I just posted a new video about American Girl! I hope you'll check it out!

@arabellaskye 4 жыл бұрын

Love this! Do everything you suggested!! My daughter started with Bitty Baby, then Bitty Twins with all accessories, then Kit, and several more, then she started buying them and refurbishing them. she also has Julie and I can't remember all of them.. Can't wait to see the next video!!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

So happy you enjoyed it! It is such a special brand! Kit is still one of my FAVES!

@kah9157 4 жыл бұрын

arabellaskye I totally agree she should make all of the videos she suggested! I am faling in love with my American Girl Dolls again!!

@shirleydrake1602 2 жыл бұрын

Over 100 sounds about right to me! I have about 30 American Girls and ten or so, Our Generations.. I love them all. My dolls are mostly played with, but they are in excellent condition. Thanks for all your great information, I am subscribing!

@that_girl_dx1360 3 жыл бұрын

I have a thrifted kit she is my favorite doll I have and my only ag your so lucky to have this amount of dolls

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Kit is one of my top 5 Favorites! You have one of the best, in my opinion! Thanks for watching!

@angelpresley4899 2 жыл бұрын

More AG videos, I loved this!!! Xxx

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Angel! I just posted a new video about American Girl! I hope you'll check it out!

@unique37us Жыл бұрын

Loved the video! What happened to doing more in this series 🤔 Thank you for sharing your collection and knowledge. Appreciated

@renee4053 Жыл бұрын

Love your video! I worked at AG in Middleton WI as a temp for the holiday season. I fell in love with these dolls. I'm an older collector also, and have Julie, Maryellen and the girl of today? The red vinyl jumper doll . Still buying outfits as of today. Next is Kit for me. Thought I was the only weird one. 😆

@sylviasushi 4 жыл бұрын

This was a great video thanks so much for sharing! I loved my Molly Doll, I still have her and all of her clothes and accessories. I may sell her eventually and this gave me a lot of tips, especially as I’m sourcing and checking out the dolls. :)

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad it was helpful. I love this company. I need to do more AG videos. Enjoy your Molly doll! She's a classic! xo

@luvlyleo2836 3 жыл бұрын

Great video ❤️ I just collect, they’re so cute! Love the Pleasant Company products❤️

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

@carolshorekirkakacshoresto5289 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lori, I just found this Video... I used to be a Huge Vintage Barbie Collector because I grew up with them and loved them so much. I only have a son who is now 33 and a 4 yr old grandson and I didn't have anyone to buy dolls for, so that is when I started collecting Barbie which was back in 1995. I then started buying and selling on Ebay to find more dolls for my collection, and to also sell what I didn't need or want back in 1997..I was so shocked when I found this video with You, because I have a store on EBay now and have watched some of your Haul videos over the last yr. and had no idea that you were an AG collector...The reason I found this particular video is because I have now bought 5 American Girl Childhood Collections ( the way I did when I collected Vintage Barbies) and I Have fallen in love with these dolls, and have now kept 7 of them so far.... which was Not something that I Had intended on doing. LOL....The past few weeks I have been doing research on AG so that I could learn what to look for in these dolls and outfits for resale and at the same time I am becoming addicted to them for myself... Anyway just wanted to let you know that I loved this and look forward to seeing more content about AG. I think it was really cool that you worked at an AG store. The closest one to us is the one in Orlando Fl, and I told my husband that the next time that we go there, I want to go into that store. I have never been in an AG store before... but from what I Have seen online they look like a lot of fun!! Sorry that this is so long, but again I just wanted to let you know what a great job that you did!!! :) Carol

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Carol. I loved reading your message. It's so fun to know that you saw some of my reselling videos and then came back for this one! AG dolls are pretty magical. I love the history of these dolls and I continue to collect them, years after our store closed. I have never been to the Orlando store. I hope you get to visit one day. The experience is really nice! I hope to make more AG videos soon. Thanks so much for watching!

@carolshorekirkakacshoresto5289 2 жыл бұрын

@@LorisBostonFound It was great hearing from you today... I know I wrote this note a few mos ago, and am still as addicted as I was maybe more then when I wrote you before. I am now up to 14 AG's but I am going to have to stop soon since my Chaise Lounge is getting too full with these girls. We now live in a High Rise and my room for dolls is limited....LOL... Hoping to go to Orlando next mos and as I mentioned in my last note this will be my first time at an AG store... It was great hearing from you and I will keep my eye out for another AG video from you. I like yours because you are like me an adult collector!! :) Carol

@ResellinMaryellen 4 жыл бұрын

Lori, I absolutely LOVED this video! I REALLY need a Maryellen doll! 😉

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Oh, you ABSOLUTELY need her....Maryellen!! 😘 She's so freaking cute!! I love the 50s vibe! Thank you so much for watching! xo

@OnlyAtWaterlooRoad 3 жыл бұрын

Adult collector here! I love the older dolls, I have a white body Molly but one day I hope to get all three girls in white bodies! I think the most interesting and fun collections are the ones who have dolls from all eras of the company, its amazing seeing how they changed! Thanks for this!

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Together we would have all three! I have Kirsten and Sam, white body, but not Molly yet! Still on the hunt!

@lisbetsoda4874 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this video and looked for more bit I couldn't find anymore.

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

I did an unboxing last Christmas, but that's all. I really need to create more content for my AG friends!

@susanrodriguez2850 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lori looking forward to all information on AGD.I was a Barbie Girl.when I moved from Vegas to PNW I sold a lot of my collection, I kept my vintage, porcelain and Bob Mackie. I plan on incorporating them into my new office in a cabinet time to get out of boxes and enjoy them.You have a great collection I can see a few of them down in your basement helping you.

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

I think vintage Barbies are so cool! I keep my eye out for them when I'm thrifting! Thanks for watching. Sounds like your collection will be great with your setup!

@susanrodriguez2850 4 жыл бұрын

Lori Tata Right before I left I found 4 very large framed prints of Barbie drawn like her old fashion designs in her 60’s famous outfits. Super Cool. You’d love them, with the outfits.Anyways, I’m going to research starting with the AGD Historical Dolls first so I can ask questions. When are you putting out your next video on AGD? You’ve recreated a kind of book club but on you tube. Till we can thrift again. That’s wonderful. Thanks Sue

@crafterssupport 2 жыл бұрын

I love Grace, my daughter met with the author at the DC. Store and had her signed. It was such a great experience for her. Please share more AG!!!

@kah9157 4 жыл бұрын

That is so sad that they took out the images!!! I grew up on these old books!! I have Samantha and had no idea that she was one of the original American Girl Dolls!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Those old books are the best! The images made them so special in my opinion.

@bsacagawea 4 жыл бұрын

Ive been looking forward to this video all day!! I found Josefina in near perfect condition at the bins last time I went 🥰 hopefully she wasn’t worth too much because I ended up giving her to my friend lol.

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

She's one of my favs! I didn't get to feature her today. So much more to chat about!! I really hope you enjoy it. I feel like I was a little scattered. That was SUPER kind of you to give her to a friend! xo

@TaraLevy24 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I just found your channel and I loved this video!! I’m also from Boston, and still have my original Samantha doll!! I got my daughter her first Bitty Baby doll at the New York store and have taken her to the Natick store with her other American girl dolls!!! Thanks for bringing me back today!!!😊

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tara! These dolls are so special! I just posted a new AG video today if you want to check it out!

@BingsBratzcollections Жыл бұрын

i love watching more ag videos im new at learnig them

@jessx306 4 жыл бұрын

I so appreciate you sharing this part of your life

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jessica. I was happy to share some of my American Girl story. I hope you enjoyed it! xo

@marleyagfanproductions3522 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve never watched your other videos,but I am an AgTuber. And I love this video so so much!

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

That means so much to me Marley! Thank you!

@marleyagfanproductions3522 3 жыл бұрын

@@LorisBostonFound 💚💚

@madelynnadams8666 4 жыл бұрын

Aww this is nostalgic, my first baby doll was a tan skinned bitty baby and I had Kirsten when I was a bit older!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Kirsten is such a great character!

@gracievlogs886 3 жыл бұрын

i use too see you all of the time you helped me and my dad all the time you helped me pick out my girl of the year back in 2011 and lots of just like you dolls so cool too see u again i hope your doing well miss the store so much

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Hi!!! I'm so sorry I am just reading your comment Grace. This message really made my day! I loved my days at American Girl. It makes me so happy to know that I helped you in any way at the store. I miss it too so much!!

@thevirginqueen1 3 жыл бұрын

I love this so much! I am definitely in love with the #4 American girl today doll. Does the one you have, have dreamer eyes? Thank you for all the excellent information! I've learned so much more from someone who is entertaining and informative than from a dry reading lol : ) Most informative AG video I've seen! Would love to see another video from you about the variations such as molds, eyes and how the same doll from ten years ago has evolved in the face and clothes, and any other info you think is important for newbies to know. I didn't have one growing up and am glad to refind them now as an adult and can buy my own

@allisonhughes5812 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video!!!!! Thank you so much!!

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching Allison! I just posted a new video about American Girl! I hope you'll check it out!

@jewelzgirl2390 3 жыл бұрын

I would love more of these

@dannizinn6477 2 жыл бұрын

Samantha is my favorite too! She's been my best friend in the form of a doll since I got her as my second AG in 2003 for my 9th birthday. I know that as of 2022, they're back to calling the beforever line to historical characters. But I wish they would put Samantha back in her gingham meet dress.

@3queensresale700 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video. Please do more AG doll videos.

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it!! I published one recently. I hope you enjoy it!

@haileybeck537 3 жыл бұрын

You need to do an All my American Girl Doll video!! Loved this content! Please post more videos on in depth topics on dolls! Would love to watch!!! Great video 😍

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, that would take forever!! Lol! I’m so glad you enjoyed this video. I definitely need to upload more American girl content.❤️❤️

@SweetSockMonkey 2 жыл бұрын

Growing up I had a bitty baby, bitty twins, a just like me doll from 2008, and Kanani the girl of the year.

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Kanani is gorgeous! I love her long hair! I just posted a new video about American Girl! I hope you'll check it out!

@AbbaZabba514 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Lori. I have a collection myself (not nearly as big) from when I was younger. Lots of girl of the year dolls. I held on to them incase I have a daughter, but if not I’ll sell it off.

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Something about this company that is very special. I'm glad you still have your collection. xo

@peppermint_dolls_studios 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! That was supppppperrr cool and intriguing!! I have 51 dolls, thats soooo cool that you have 100! Also, the lighter skin tone is used on Blaire and I believe #78. I have one of the new colored hair dolls, #88 and she is soooooo pretty! I love your doll room!! I have one too that I might have to do a room tour on.

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤗 These dolls are so much fun!

@lostgirlcosplay14 3 жыл бұрын

My first doll was Molly I want to say back in 1997 and my sister had Samantha and Josefina which I later acquired. However Felicity was always and will be my favorite. I've always loved her clothes and her auburn hair. She also introduced me into Colonial North America which has been one of my favorite era to learn about. I owe it all to American Girl for my love of history. I received my BA in History back in 2016 and I volunteer at a local homestead. Will never get rid of my dolls, I have 6 and people are amazed I have that many when it reality people have more. (I also live North of Boston so we live close to one another!)

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

I love hearing stories like yours. it's so nice to know how and why people connect with certain dolls. Felicity is beautiful! I love her story too! All the best. Thanks so much for watching!

@joaniet8778 2 жыл бұрын

My daughter Emma’s 1st AG doll was Kit…gifted to her for Christmas in 2001 🤗 I love your channel 😍

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you so much Joan. Kit is one of my all time favorites! I just posted a new video about American Girl! I hope you'll check it out!

@KWBlueyediva 4 жыл бұрын

Ahh I love your videos. I feel a connection with you. lol. Love your style and taste. I do a little poshmark. Just somewhat Marie Kondo’d my closet room and I collect dolls. Lol. I have red hair so my collection is all red haired dolls. I used to make them also. Porcelain dolls 🤷‍♀️

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Kellie! Sounds like we are definitely on the same wavelength! Didn't you feel great after you Marie Kondo'd your closet!! I love the red heads!! Thanks for watching! xo

@ThriftAddict 4 жыл бұрын

My daughter started getting into American Girl so I starting thrifted most of them. I think I got into it more than she did. My other channel shares all the things we've thrifted for them. Its been really fun but they are beginning to take over my house lol

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

I'll have to check out your channel! it's amazing how quickly they accumulate! I need to go through everything and decide what to keep and what to sell!! Should take me about a year to do! lol! Thanks for watching! xo

@michelleyoung5444 3 жыл бұрын

Love this whole video. Hope you do more

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I'm due for another AG video!

@michelleyoung5444 3 жыл бұрын

@@LorisBostonFound yes please...My daughter and I finished Kits meet book last night and they had the what was happening in 1934. Thought I would let you know. It is a newer book.

@pinksmartiesag 4 жыл бұрын

This is awesome! I am an adult AG collector as well. So happy to find your channel! They stopped calling them MyAGs around the time they rebranded the historicals as Beforever. They are currently still called Truly Me. Are you planning on making a Create Your Own?

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

So happy you found me! I have thought a lot about a Create Your Own, but I haven't done it yet! I think I'd like to scale back my collection, but about 40% and then get one. I'm waiting on the 80s doll! How about you?

@pinksmartiesag 4 жыл бұрын

@@LorisBostonFound That's fair that you want to scale back first. I have 3 CYOs so far. I have a few unboxings on my channel. I don't see myself getting any more for a while. I haven't bought any dolls in months though because I am waiting on the 80's character too! I really can't wait! Do you give your dolls personalities? If so, please make a video introducing your Truly Me dolls. I love those kinds of videos!

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

@@pinksmartiesag I usually tie my Truly Me dolls in with the historical characters...for the most part, lol! I did create Monica, Rachel and Phoebe from friends! from TM dolls I'll have to start thinking about my next video!

@jillmozena5532 2 жыл бұрын

I am a vintage Barbie collector but I do have some 18” dolls. Loved your video!

@LorisBostonFound 2 жыл бұрын

So cool! I'd love to learn more about Barbie! I just posted a new video about American Girl! I hope you'll check it out!

@prettypioneer 2 жыл бұрын

Please make a video series for ALL of your American Girl Dolls! Also each of your Historical dolls and their collections Please!!! Also of your AG doll clothes and accessories!

@jennarae6765 2 жыл бұрын

Where do I apply to be your new AG BFF? We have such similarity and I can effortlessly watch your videos for hours which is generally difficult for me with severe adhd. You have really sparked my love for my collection back up and I just really appreciate you sharing your stories, knowledge, and opinions. I’m honestly a bit overwhelmed tying to decide what to begin to part with and if I should continue to add to my collection. It is just a very special thing to be a part of and seeing you appreciate the attention to details such as myself is exciting to watch you talk about with such passion. YOU’RE DOING A GREAT JOB!!!

@keystonecharm1187 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely loved this video! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I would love to know what that local annual consignment of PC/AG is!! I have a 91 Felicity that started my love of PC/AG. I would absolutely loved to see videos each focusing on one individual historical doll, with details of when they were released, what the original 1st release clothing, accessories, furniture, etc. was. I have a feeling I could easily lose hours viewing your collection. If you get around to selling, would love to see videos of you going through the collection and picking out items to sell, how you determine how to sell (individual vs set, large collection etc). Any tips on how to find "Dress Like Your Doll" historical doll girl size outfits. We do an annual Colonial Williamsburg trip and my 5yo would love Felicity would totally flip to dress just like her, but darn if they aren't incredibly hard to find!

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

I need to do another AG video soon! Thank you so much for your feedback.

@newenglandbettyboop 4 жыл бұрын

Happy Wednesday Lori 💕💕 I miss taking my daughter to American Girl 😭😭😭 She still has hers, and the white wooden bed set 💙

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

They are so special! So glad she still has them! xo

@gotbatt1 3 жыл бұрын

We’ve been AG enthusiasts for years and I still learned so much from you. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences as a store employee! I’d love to see more videos from you on this topic.

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! i'm due to film another one soon!

@sandraavelar532 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to a new AG video. It would be great to see anything you’re willing to part with...

@Otherwise88 3 жыл бұрын

This is a really informative video. I feel like it's hard to find this type of content. I would like a video that drives into the culture of AG now. I hear adults are more into them than kids these days. Maybe talk about which dolls have historically been more popular. I've also heard that the quality has drastically changed over the years. A video detailing changes over time might be nice.

@j.anncassells1089 3 жыл бұрын

This was great! Thank you for all of the info!!! :-)

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!

@rachelhimes7715 3 жыл бұрын

Former employee here and collector for 25 years. Anything from the historical lines are usually worth more. Especially in original packaging the white and brown boxes are from the late 80s early 90s. Its very rare to find some of the small historical accessory sets complete with all pieces that were often over looked. Any item or doll that was only available for short period of time obviously will be worth much more. For example Marie grace and Cecile where only available for like 3 and a half years before retiring. Also they had very curly hair which was a challenge to maintain so its hard to find them in mint condition. Pleasant Company original historical dolls however are not worth as much as you might think because they were sold for years before being retired. Some of the original Just like you dolls actually are worth more like #4 which once again they stopped making after only a few years.

@Bahbahlatje 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all this great information. Addy's wardrobe is my favorite. I bought my daughter a Samantha doll around 1992 and she had most of the collection but she lost the entire collection -- ugh. Long story. She had the play book and she put on a play with her neighborhood friends. When I got grandchildren, I bought them each a doll - Kit, Ruthie, and MaryEllen. Then I bought dolls for me - Rebecca, Blaire, Tenney, the reproduction of the Pleasant Co. Samantha, Marie Grace, and a blond boy doll. I think the historic dolls and girl of the year dolls have better (thicker) hair than the truly me dolls. I collect handmade outfits, focused on reproductions of historic outfits, especially the Edwardian period as I have Rebecca and Samantha. I try not to add too much to my collection. I periodically clear out the bigger items - like I had the Edwardian tricycle and I had table and chair sets.

@hairqueen1183 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed your video. My family didn’t have the money back in the late 80’s yearly 90’s when I would have been into them ... I have two young daughters who are just now getting into Them.. I have a family friend that gave us Samanthas original doll ( white body ) and her table and chairs and her bed. I had no idea the value ..... I put up the Samantha doll lol. But I have gotten so into these dolls. I not only play with them with my girls, but I feel like a lil girl again. Even when my girls grow out of this , I’m not lol. I’m not even embarrassed about it ... thank you for all this info !!!!

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy you are enjoying the dolls. I still dress my dolls and brush their hair, and my daughter is 19. She thinks I'm crazy but I find it so relaxing. American Girl dolls are truly special. I loved working for the company for so many years. I miss it! Enjoy your Samantha doll! She's a special one!

@victoire614 2 жыл бұрын

I got a Kirsten when I was 8 or 9 and was completely obsessed lol. Like you said, I aged out of it around 12 though. Now I'm 36 and just bought another American Girl doll from feeling nostalgic. I still love them! I wish they would sell more of the original historical dolls though. I want a new Felicity but they're sold out.

@positivelypoindexter5322 3 жыл бұрын

Please talk more about all AG knowledge you have. My daughter is just getting into AG dolls and I'm learning on the fly.

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I'll try to upload something soon!

@klhpensil21 5 ай бұрын

I love the music choices for opening the closet at the end. 😂 Of course, I heard the first option. ❤

@LorisBostonFound 5 ай бұрын

Haha!! I had fun with that!!

@utubernan1223 4 жыл бұрын

I remember Julie and Kya. My daughter had a twin doll and Rebecca. I’m saving them for any granddaughters I might have. Only have one box. I love all the little accessories

@LorisBostonFound 4 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! They really bring back memories!

@Amelia-tw5jf Жыл бұрын

please do more videos like this!

@lilleedolls 3 жыл бұрын

And with re: to smaller doll collections - this was something noticed with the historical line. Was kinda sad they retired many of josefina’s clothing and items, hopefully they bring more into her collection someday ❤️

@LorisBostonFound 3 жыл бұрын

Josefina is one of my favorites!