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Sep 01 2014

“Daisy” The Doll That Came To Life “Photo of the Day”

Author: ConnieZink • Discussion: 4 Comments

Today’s “Photo of the Day” September 1st, 2014 for Land of Oz Dolls is actually three photos that were taken back on February 9th, 2011. The two larger dolls are an 18″ Kestner “Daisy” on the left and the 18″ Handwerck “Daisy” on the right. The Kestner 171 “Daisy” is made from the Seeley mold. The Handwerck version of “Daisy” is made from an old Handwerck 109 mold I had found. Both heads are on the same Daisy body, but one has a slightly larger forehead than the other so the difference in height. The smaller one in front is the “Daisyette” Kestner from the Collectible Doll Co. mold. Costumes were made by Pam Willits and Clara Pelfrey.

Kestner and Handwerck “Daisy” Reproductons

“Daisy” the Kestner 171 version, originally was “The Doll That Came To Life” through The Ladies Home Journal magazine back in 1911. I will be posting the complete history of “Daisy” soon but until then I hope you enjoy my “Photos of the Day” for “Daisy”.

Dolly Hugs, Connie Zink

Aug 31 2014

“Photo of the Day” British Gentlemen

Author: ConnieZink • Discussion: No Comments

My “Photos of the Day” for August 31st, 2014 is of a pair of British Gentlemen I made several years ago as samples for a costuming seminar we had here at Land of Oz Dolls. The “Gentleman” in red is a Jullien reproduced from a Byron mold. The costume was made by Pam Willits and the seminar was taught by Pam. The “Gentlemen” in brown is a Steiner and was made from a Doll House Mold Co. mold, I made this costume in Pam’s seminar. The fabric for both of these costumes came from a wonderful antique store just 10 miles from me called “Ideas and Designs” in Mt. Carroll, Il. When I have seminars and retreats, a trip to “Ideas and Designs” is always on the agenda.They both stand approximately 25″ tall on the FB18S composition body. I hope you enjoy seeing this pair of “British Gentlemen”! Dolly Hugs, Connie Zink

British Gentlemen Jullien and Steiner

British Gentleman Steiner

British Gentleman Jullien

Aug 06 2014

Announcing “Fall” Open House at Land of Oz Dolls – September 5th and 6th, 2014

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Visit the “Fall” Open House at Land of Oz Dolls

Land of Oz Dolls will hold their annual “Fall” Open House on Friday, September 5th and Saturday, September 6th, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day. View the fabulous doll displays and take a stroll through the “Gardens of Oz”. Special discounts on selected items will apply and refreshments will be available. Discounts will also apply to mail order sales for people out of the area, who are unable to attend the two days of the Open House.

Special sales that will apply to both those attending the open house and mail orders are as follows:

10% off NYDP Composition Bodies In-Stock and Special Orders Placed During Open House

20% off all In-Stock Greenware and Soft-fired Greenware

40% off all In-Stock Synthetic Doll Wigs From Monique Trading

10% off all In-Stock Mohair and Human Hair Wigs (Bravot wigs not included)

20% off all In-Stock China Paints and Mediums

20% off all Metal and Wooden Base Doll Stands

20% off all In-Stock Doll Patterns

Other selected items too numerous to mention will also be on special for those attending!!

Land of Oz Dolls

If you are planning on attending the open house that weekend and have some extra time, it will also coincide with weekend events at Picket Fence in Lanark and Prairie Path Sampler in Mt. Carroll. You won’t want to miss these two great shops. If you want to spend the night in the area to enjoy some of the other attractions, please contact me on the availability of a room at Roberts’ Roost Country Guest House.

I hope to see you September 5th or 6th! Have a great summer! Dolly Hugs, Connie Zink

May 21 2014

“Return to Downton Abbey” Three Day Costuming Seminar with Lorna Yates – Savanna, Illinois

Author: ConnieZink • Discussion: No Comments

Costuming Seminar July 2014

Feb 14 2014

We Have a Winner!!!!

Author: ConnieZink • Discussion: No Comments

We have a winner for the “Cherie Limoge” Bleuette Friend” Valentine’s Doll. Marlene Brown from Stratford, Ontario, Canada has won!!! I will be sending Marlene’s doll to her tomorrow and will be sharing a photo with all of you once I get one back from Marlene of her and her new Bebe. I will be announcing the Easter “Doll Giveaway” in the next week or so, be sure to check back to see the next “Holiday” doll giveaway from Land of Oz Dolls and Connie Zink. Happy Valentine’s Day to all!!!! Dolly Hugs, Connie

Jan 16 2014

Greenware & Bisque Catalog

Author: ConnieZink

This is a partial listing of the soft-fired greenware and bisque available in this catalog. I still have hundreds and hundreds of antique reproduction and modern dolls that need to be listed but just not enough hours in the day. If you are looking for any particular dolls, please email me about availability, landofozdolls@mchsi.com or phone 815-565-0024.

Here is a section of the Byron, BEC, and Seeley molds (mostly antique reproduction) that have been inventoried to this date. I have given you two ways to view the catalog. The sorted by company has all the molds from one company by number order. The one sorted by maker will list all the Brus, Jumeaus, etc together sorted by the company that produced the dolls.

NOTICE: As of January 1st, 2021 all soft-fired greenware and blank bisque prices will be increasing 20% of the catalog listed price. Sorry for the increase, but my prices have not been raised in over ten years and the cost of porcelain and shipping of porcelain has increased dramatically in this time. So please when figuring costs add 20% to the catalog prices. Thanks, Connie Zink Owner

Soft-Fired Greenware and Bisque Catalog (Sorted by Company)

Soft-Fired Greenware and Bisque Catalog (Sorted by Maker)

Dec 17 2013

First Issue of “Dolly Chit Chat” Newsletter Released

Author: ConnieZink • Discussion: 1 Comment

A15 Steiner Frenchette by Connie Zink Land of Oz Dolls

Many years ago, when my daughter Stacie worked for me, she had started to do a newsletter she called ‘Dolly Chit Chat’. After many years of not being produced, I have decided to revive the monthly newsletter. This is my first issue starting with December 2013. Many of the sale prices within the newsletter will be valid until January 31st, 2014. I have started some regular monthly features including both an antique reproduction and a modern doll soft-fired greenware doll of the month. Don’t forget there is one week left to sign up for the Christmas Holiday Giveaway if you haven’t already done so. January 2014, brings our 35th year in business! Every month in the newsletter, starting in January, I will have at least one special sale to commemorate our anniversary. Please make sure to check out each issue to find all the latest news and happenings at Land of Oz Dolls. I hope you enjoy the first issue of “Dolly Chit Chat” by Connie Zink

Please click here to view “Dolly Chit Chat” December 2013 Issue!

Nov 18 2013

Painting a Tete Jumeau CD Workbook

Author: ConnieZink

15 Inch Frenchette Jumeau by Connie Zink

If you have a difficult time making it to seminars, let the seminars come to your studio and guide you through the steps of pouring, eye-cutting, soft-fire greenware cleaning, and china painting your Tete Jumeau. Connie will guide you with step by step photos through the entire process of creating a beautiful heirloom antique reproduction doll. CD Tutorial Workbooks are step by step photos and directions put on CD of the complete process from eye-cutting thru soft-fire greenware cleaning, and all the china paint firings. This workbook was made for the Tete Jumeau. (This is not a video) It requires a pdf reader on your computer to open it. You may study and paint from the clear, concise photos on your computer or print off the workbook for a hard copy.

Regular Price: $50.00
Sale Price: $45.00

3 CD Set “Creating the Perfect Bru”, “Modern Eye Painting”, and “Painting a Tete Jumeau”

3 CD Workbook Set
Price: $100.00

Nov 18 2013

Creating the Perfect Bru CD Workbook

Author: ConnieZink

Bru 13 by Connie Zink

If you have a difficult time making it to seminars, let the seminars come to your studio and guide you through the steps of pouring, eye-cutting, soft-fire greenware cleaning, and china painting your Bru. Connie will guide you with step by step photos through the entire process of creating a beautiful heirloom antique reproduction doll. The CD Workbook has been written for the 30″ CDW 201 Bru 14 and the 28″ VL 7 Bru 13. The CD Workbooks are step by step comprehensive photos and directions put on CD. They cover the complete process from eye-cutting thru soft-fire greenware cleaning, and all the china paint firings. The CD Workbook requires a pdf reader on your computer to open it. (This is not a video) You may study and paint from the clear concise photos on your computer or print off the workbook for a hard copy. Please realize the clearest photos will be on your computer.

Regular Price: $50.00
Sale Price: $45.00

3 CD Set “Creating the Perfect Bru”, “Modern Eye Painting”, and “Painting a Tete Jumeau”

3 CD Workbook Set
Price: $100.00

Jun 18 2013

Soft Fired Greenware & Bisque

Author: ConnieZink

Welcome to Land of Oz Dolls, one of the largest suppliers of Antique Reproduction Soft-fired Greenware in the world. I am currently in the process of creating a new soft-fired greenware and bisque catalog. I still have hundreds of dolls to add to the list, so please keep checking back for updates. If you are looking for any specific dolls, please email me about availability, landofozdolls@mchsi.com or phone 815-565-0024.

PLEASE NOTE SOME PRICES HAVE INCREASED SINCE THE TIME THIS LIST WAS MADE! PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR CURRENT PRICING!

Shipping costs on multiple items will be figured at reduced combined rates. Orders for international purchases will be invoiced any additional shipping charges not covered in shopping cart costs.