Thank you for inspiring me to start my Kirsten collection! When I was 9 years old I received my off-brand Kirsten doll--my forever Kirsten--and my Grandma handmade her school and birthday outfits for me. I remember spending hours looking through the catalogs and dreaming about what I would get if money were no object for my family. My grandma had planned on making all of Kirsten's outfits, but died unexpectedly before she could. I always felt kind of self-conscious about the thought of buying doll accessories as an adult, but now I know there's a whole community of adult doll people. I really resonate with the idea of giving your childhood self what they never had... and it really does bring me joy!
Ahhhh pleasant company AG stuff gives me so much nostalgia. So happy I found this channel! I hate how much AG has sidelined the historical girlies and retired most of their collections that brought them to life.
I will say the constant referencing of the catalog should be elaborated on and have its own video… Would love to watch a flip through with your commentary. Lowkey old catalog videos are some of my favorite and super informative!
So glad to be here! There's so much Mattel AG coverage with all the tons of new dolls they have but not that many at all dedicated mostly to PC to early AG. I got my Kirsten in 1994 and my Felicity in 1997. I have a few of my own personal items from back then and since, I have collected the rest of the historical PC besides Josefina and am slowly working on getting their PC clothes. I just got Kirsten's full winter clothes for a steal ($55!!) Is it just me or was anyone else bummed they didn't make the shoes on the cover of the book? Sometimes I want to give in and get the AG clothes, but the quality of the PC is noticeable. Plus, like you, I want to have the clothes I saw how they were in the catalogues! I spent hours and hours pouring over those catalogues, some of my fondest memories was escaping into them. I first read the books when I was in 1st grade in 1991 and I remember asking the librarian if I could tear out the catalogue insert LOL. She said yes, bless her. My mom saved for so long to get me my Kirsten. I was a Little House on the Prairie girl and Kirsten was the one who looked like me, so she was who I wanted. I remember loving Samantha's collection SO much (and my sister's name is Samantha so everyone assumed I would love her the most), but I had scruples, so I thought, and didn't want to get a Samantha based solely on her collection, but now I can admit that hers is probably my favorite 😊 And I went on to get a history degree. AG was one of the catalysts for my love of history.
So happy to have found a down to earth doll collector!! I myself own a late pleasant company Felicity, and love everything about that era. Your collection is so impressive, I could only imagine😍
I’m happy to have found someone that thinks I’m down to earth! I absolutely love Felicity’s collection. It really needs to be seen in person. Thanks a million - I’m doing a collection tour verrrry soon!
No apologies for being in your happy place surrounded by dolls and their accessories! ❤ One of my happiest places too! Did a thrift haul last week and got a ton of AG and OG clothes and got so much pink 😳🥳 lol totally dressed my girls for Valentine’s Day!!
Ah what an amazinggg collection 🎉 ❤ so cool to see all these items. I love to see everyone’s collections and wha they focus on. There’s nothing like the vintage items. The quality is always shocking! I think anything vintage American girl is worth every penny! Wish had my childhood things
Oh wow, I just started my PC American Girl collection the last 4 months, because of the historical doll books I want to read to my 3 granddaughters (eventually, as they are only 6yrs old, and those stories need a more “mature” reader). But I’m having fun learning a few things (and discovered I have a 1st edition Josefina)! I’m glad I stumbled onto your site tonight.
Would you ever consider a buying guide? Tips for getting a collection started and best places to shop? Also, maybe I'm just a nosy nellie but I like knowing what people are spending on different items and it's helpful to put things into perspective. Perceived value v. actual value with sentimental collecting is interesting.
I actually started one last year but it’s very very time consuming. I will finish it one day. Prices can change really often, so I always recommend looking at recently completed auctions on eBay. But I definitely would love to finish the collector’s guide I started since it’s more in depth than the ones that are out there already.
@@idreamofjonnySUCH a good video! Your humor is SPOT on, your quick wit is comedy gold and your commentary on your collection is just so fascinating🤗 never a dull moment!!
I love watching your videos. Also totally love the feeling of freshly washed hands. I have to wash my hands constantly too. I was unpacking a mercari find - the ag pleasant company bunk bed while I watched your video. And totally agree about the superbowl 😂
i love how knowledgeable u are!..im more of an american girl collector but....why am i starting to get convinced .....to get pleaant company too....they are so vintage and timeless
Oh wow this is a nice haul! Related to needing to wash your hands- I don't know if it's me loving the feeling of freshly washed hands so much as it is a weird sensory thing for me. If I've been like out with my horse or petting someone else's dog or handling anything dirty, it's like I can feel the dirt on my hands?? Even if they look fine or if I've already washed them once. I have to wash my hands several times to get the feeling to go away and I have no idea what that is.
OMG that is exactly it! The second I feel like there's dirt or like a "film" on my hands, I can't stand the feeling and have to wash them immediately or I can't focus. I always wash my hands after petting my own dog 😳
Yep. I've got sensory issues and I can feel dirt on my hands every time I go to a thrift store or flea market or handle second hand stuff. I wash my hands endlessly. Today I'm sorting Lego, and yeah, washing constantly. I hate that filmy feeling of dirt on your hands!
I love that you are so disciplined in your collection. I am working on downsizing my collection and trying to decide what my doll niche truly is. For quite some time I was buying them just because they were cute or whatnot. Now I am really trying to only buy dolls/items that really mean something or give me that “spark of joy” lol
my ocd isn't triggered by unclean hands but my sensory issues from my autism does get triggered from too much stuff being on my hands and the feeling of clean hands is (chef's kiss)
The feeling you were describing with getting Molly's harmonica is the same feeling when I got a complete original Ghoulia doll from Monster High. She took me forever to find at a decent price and to this day is the most prized piece in my Monster High doll collection
Hi! So glad to have found your channel! I have been collecting American Girl since the 90’s as an adult. Congrats on the harmonica! By chance do you know the difference between Molly’s the one you have and Kit’s? Looking forward to watching your other videos!
I spent way too long trying to figure out what that little "beer stein looking thing" was when I found it with my older items. I much prefer the clear hair bands!
Hi Johnny I Got 3 packs of sealed grin pins a total of 30 Pins 10 in each bag. From pleasant company 1994 from the American Girl of today line. I did a video this morning on them. I'm trying to decide if I should open the packs of Grin pins or not. I might get more Grin pins online to collect.
Even when I can’t go shopping for doll things, I love hauls and all my dolls videos. In a week or 2 I will have 15 dolls. I only have room for a certain amount of dolls. Three of the Our Generation beds has to go, if I want more. Besides, I have a lot of things to do to my condo. The dolls and beds are now everywhere, until my bedroom is fixed. Then, they go into my bedroom to hang out with me. Someday, if I have money coming in, I will buy more dolls. I do collect AG doll clothes. Besides the meet outfits, the clothes that are are available are good quality. I’m not crazy about the new mix and match collection. Maybe, I will save my money. I remember catching frogs and lizards when I was young. Also, went fishing with my sister and cousin. Nana hated the bate in the freezer and the frogs I caught. The summers were great. I used to play with my Barbie dolls with my friends.
Hey @idreamofjohnny - please share your Mercari if you sell stuff you don't want! I promise if you toss those clothes in the wash, I'll buy most of them!!
im a germaphobe too and the constant hand washing esp in the winter is painful, the secret to not getting sick is to eat less sugar and to never touch your face ...ever!
Not a falling asleep channel for me- you are a "have on while restringing dolls" channel lol. And yeah, two weeks after my last comment, I'm still restringing!
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OMGGGGG I FINALLY FOUND A ACTUAL PLEASANT COMPANY RUclipsR 🎉
I’m so glad you found your way here!
I would never get tired of watching you showing your hauls.
Aw that is so kind, thank you!
yeah same i think
Thank you for inspiring me to start my Kirsten collection! When I was 9 years old I received my off-brand Kirsten doll--my forever Kirsten--and my Grandma handmade her school and birthday outfits for me. I remember spending hours looking through the catalogs and dreaming about what I would get if money were no object for my family. My grandma had planned on making all of Kirsten's outfits, but died unexpectedly before she could. I always felt kind of self-conscious about the thought of buying doll accessories as an adult, but now I know there's a whole community of adult doll people. I really resonate with the idea of giving your childhood self what they never had... and it really does bring me joy!
Ahhhh pleasant company AG stuff gives me so much nostalgia. So happy I found this channel! I hate how much AG has sidelined the historical girlies and retired most of their collections that brought them to life.
I will say the constant referencing of the catalog should be elaborated on and have its own video… Would love to watch a flip through with your commentary. Lowkey old catalog videos are some of my favorite and super informative!
I’m gonna do one! I love them too!
the fly fishing outfit is one of my all time FAVORITES!
Isn’t it so great!?
It's not a problem it's a collection!
Exactly! ❤️
Oh my goodness! That tiny harmonica actually plays!!!???!!! How very wonderful!!! Really enjoyed your video!!
So glad to be here! There's so much Mattel AG coverage with all the tons of new dolls they have but not that many at all dedicated mostly to PC to early AG. I got my Kirsten in 1994 and my Felicity in 1997. I have a few of my own personal items from back then and since, I have collected the rest of the historical PC besides Josefina and am slowly working on getting their PC clothes. I just got Kirsten's full winter clothes for a steal ($55!!) Is it just me or was anyone else bummed they didn't make the shoes on the cover of the book?
Sometimes I want to give in and get the AG clothes, but the quality of the PC is noticeable. Plus, like you, I want to have the clothes I saw how they were in the catalogues! I spent hours and hours pouring over those catalogues, some of my fondest memories was escaping into them. I first read the books when I was in 1st grade in 1991 and I remember asking the librarian if I could tear out the catalogue insert LOL. She said yes, bless her.
My mom saved for so long to get me my Kirsten. I was a Little House on the Prairie girl and Kirsten was the one who looked like me, so she was who I wanted. I remember loving Samantha's collection SO much (and my sister's name is Samantha so everyone assumed I would love her the most), but I had scruples, so I thought, and didn't want to get a Samantha based solely on her collection, but now I can admit that hers is probably my favorite 😊
And I went on to get a history degree. AG was one of the catalysts for my love of history.
Your good, say ummmm as much as you want! Haha! Also, I got a Julie as well! Such a great girl! Plus, I got her egg chair! Oh boy! AG addicted!
The egg chair is so cool! I have zero space for her furniture but she really has some great pieces. Who doesn’t love that bathroom?!
So happy to have found a down to earth doll collector!! I myself own a late pleasant company Felicity, and love everything about that era. Your collection is so impressive, I could only imagine😍
I’m happy to have found someone that thinks I’m down to earth! I absolutely love Felicity’s collection. It really needs to be seen in person. Thanks a million - I’m doing a collection tour verrrry soon!
30:03 that and the denim jacket is coconut fun outfit from around 2002 if I’m remembering correctly
Ahhh that would explain it. 1997-2021 AG is just like a giant 🕳 to me
Now they have clear plastic loops so the dolls can hold accessories, at least that’s one thing they improved on!
That’s great! Those 🍺-lookin’ things were so awkward
No apologies for being in your happy place surrounded by dolls and their accessories! ❤ One of my happiest places too!
Did a thrift haul last week and got a ton of AG and OG clothes and got so much pink 😳🥳 lol totally dressed my girls for Valentine’s Day!!
I love that! I wish I did Valentine outfits this year but I was too busy!
Congrats on getting your holy grail piece! The harmonica is really cute!
Thank you so much! Now let’s hope I don’t lose it 😆
Yes it’s Addy’s Sunday Best and yes it’s complete. You gave me an idea what to put on my Cecile thanks.
Thank you! Cecile will look great in it!
This is both mad and fabulous!!
Ah what an amazinggg collection 🎉 ❤ so cool to see all these items. I love to see everyone’s collections and wha they focus on. There’s nothing like the vintage items. The quality is always shocking! I think anything vintage American girl is worth every penny! Wish had my childhood things
Congrats on the harmonica! love your snarky humor.
Aw thank you so much!!! 💚
Oh wow, I just started my PC American Girl collection the last 4 months, because of the historical doll books I want to read to my 3 granddaughters (eventually, as they are only 6yrs old, and those stories need a more “mature” reader). But I’m having fun learning a few things (and discovered I have a 1st edition Josefina)! I’m glad I stumbled onto your site tonight.
Would you ever consider a buying guide? Tips for getting a collection started and best places to shop? Also, maybe I'm just a nosy nellie but I like knowing what people are spending on different items and it's helpful to put things into perspective. Perceived value v. actual value with sentimental collecting is interesting.
I actually started one last year but it’s very very time consuming. I will finish it one day. Prices can change really often, so I always recommend looking at recently completed auctions on eBay. But I definitely would love to finish the collector’s guide I started since it’s more in depth than the ones that are out there already.
That purple Addy dress is one of my favorites in her collection!
I GOT that harmonica. I couldn't remember how I got it, since it is not mentioned on Wiki. I completely had forgotten where it came from. Thrilled.
Awesome! Kit has one that’s very similar too!
@@idreamofjonny oh, maybe mine is hers. I have to do some more research.
Pleasant Roland reusing fishing bate, Christmas ornaments and other things are very cool
Loved the haul! You got some great stuff
Thank you! I love (most of) it! Hehe
FIRST TO LIKE!!!! ❤ I needed this video today
I hope you enjoy it and it makes your day a little better 💙
@@idreamofjonnySUCH a good video! Your humor is SPOT on, your quick wit is comedy gold and your commentary on your collection is just so fascinating🤗 never a dull moment!!
7:43. Those metal things on the umbrella are called 'ribs.'
I love watching your videos. Also totally love the feeling of freshly washed hands. I have to wash my hands constantly too. I was unpacking a mercari find - the ag pleasant company bunk bed while I watched your video. And totally agree about the superbowl 😂
When people try and ask me which team I’m rooting for, I’m like, I literally can’t even name a random team. I don’t even know how to play 🏈
i love how knowledgeable u are!..im more of an american girl collector but....why am i starting to get convinced .....to get pleaant company too....they are so vintage and timeless
“Don’t bother correcting me because I don’t care,” such a mood tbh… 😂 💯
I love the Addy's outfit and I enjoy your channel!
Thank you so much! I looooove that outfit too!
Oh wow this is a nice haul! Related to needing to wash your hands- I don't know if it's me loving the feeling of freshly washed hands so much as it is a weird sensory thing for me. If I've been like out with my horse or petting someone else's dog or handling anything dirty, it's like I can feel the dirt on my hands?? Even if they look fine or if I've already washed them once. I have to wash my hands several times to get the feeling to go away and I have no idea what that is.
OMG that is exactly it! The second I feel like there's dirt or like a "film" on my hands, I can't stand the feeling and have to wash them immediately or I can't focus. I always wash my hands after petting my own dog 😳
Yep. I've got sensory issues and I can feel dirt on my hands every time I go to a thrift store or flea market or handle second hand stuff. I wash my hands endlessly. Today I'm sorting Lego, and yeah, washing constantly. I hate that filmy feeling of dirt on your hands!
The blue long sleeve mesh top is a coverup from the seaside wardrobe from 2005. The bathing suit top that you showed also is from seaside wardrobe.
Ahhh good eye! Def from an era I’m clueless about!
I love that you are so disciplined in your collection. I am working on downsizing my collection and trying to decide what my doll niche truly is. For quite some time I was buying them just because they were cute or whatnot. Now I am really trying to only buy dolls/items that really mean something or give me that “spark of joy” lol
Subscribed! Love love love your content!
my ocd isn't triggered by unclean hands but my sensory issues from my autism does get triggered from too much stuff being on my hands and the feeling of clean hands is (chef's kiss)
Honestly nothing beats the feeling of clean hands. I invest in good soap because of all of my hand-washing!
The feeling you were describing with getting Molly's harmonica is the same feeling when I got a complete original Ghoulia doll from Monster High. She took me forever to find at a decent price and to this day is the most prized piece in my Monster High doll collection
oh my gosh i just stumbled across your channel and i'm so happy. PC has my HEART.
A man who collects dolls. I am pleasantly surprised. 😊😇
Your collection is beautiful
Hi! So glad to have found your channel! I have been collecting American Girl since the 90’s as an adult. Congrats on the harmonica! By chance do you know the difference between Molly’s the one you have and Kit’s? Looking forward to watching your other videos!
Been meaning to say for a while I love your channel so much!
Aw thank you so much for telling me, I appreciate that!
Love your videos!!
Thank you so much! 💙
Blue hoody is from seaside wardrobe set 2005, came with pink swim skirt
Ohhh thanks for the info!
Aaaa love this! I wish I had the money to spend on this lmao 💀😭 you’ve got my dream collection frfr
Aw thank you so much! There was a ton of trading and selling that went into this!
@@idreamofjonny awesome!!
i cant wait for the collection video
I’m new to your channel. Nice doll collection you have, you have it set up very pretty!
"most of my dolls go commando"😂
I spent way too long trying to figure out what that little "beer stein looking thing" was when I found it with my older items. I much prefer the clear hair bands!
My little girl had those style glasses as a baby in 1984
Aw how cute!
I don't like sports except women's gymnastics either, lol! That's hilarious.
Hi Johnny I Got 3 packs of sealed grin pins a total of 30 Pins 10 in each bag. From pleasant company 1994 from the American Girl of today line. I did a video this morning on them. I'm trying to decide if I should open the packs of Grin pins or not. I might get more Grin pins online to collect.
Oh man I have Samantha's school desk found in it years ago. I would cry if something dropped ,fell on top of my doll stuff and broken
I had glasses for my first doll Kailey in 2003 and the case is the same as Molly's
I love me a long video. No apology necessary.
So glad I stumbled upon your channel. I don’t believe that you’re 38 though! 😂 Seriously though, I figured you were late 20s then I saw your bio.
Haha thanks! I must’ve bought the right lights then 😆
The top of the hat is called the crown,
Ohhhhhh yeah, thanks! 🎩
@@idreamofjonny I love your videos
i have ocd but not for germs, i cant imagine trying to own secondhand dolls and toys with that ahhh
OMG THAT IS SO ME!!!! i don’t give a shit about sports either, because i hate sports so much 😂😂😂
Even when I can’t go shopping for doll things, I love hauls and all my dolls videos. In a week or 2 I will have 15 dolls. I only have room for a certain amount of dolls. Three of the Our Generation beds has to go, if I want more. Besides, I have a lot of things to do to my condo. The dolls and beds are now everywhere, until my bedroom is fixed. Then, they go into my bedroom to hang out with me. Someday, if I have money coming in, I will buy more dolls. I do collect AG doll clothes. Besides the meet outfits, the clothes that are are available are good quality. I’m not crazy about the new mix and match collection. Maybe, I will save my money.
I remember catching frogs and lizards when I was young. Also, went fishing with my sister and cousin. Nana hated the bate in the freezer and the frogs I caught. The summers were great. I used to play with my Barbie dolls with my friends.
I’m curious what color box would a first edition Kirsten fishing set come in? Thank you.
It’ll come in a burgundy box with a paper band (identical to the one in the thumbnail photo)
' raincoat'. That's the word.
What outfit is that dark blue sweater (the one Molly on the bottom right is wearing) from?
Nice harmonica!
I’m very good at playing it 🎶
The amount of times I just wanted to hand you a squirt of hand sanitizer throughout this video 😂
I washed my hands soooo vigorously after this 🤣
Hey @idreamofjohnny - please share your Mercari if you sell stuff you don't want! I promise if you toss those clothes in the wash, I'll buy most of them!!
What kimd of shelves are the gray ones? I need shelves to display my dolle
"this video is not for kids! go do ur homework!"
me, procrastinating homework from University Classes: he wasn't talking to me
im a germaphobe too and the constant hand washing esp in the winter is painful, the secret to not getting sick is to eat less sugar and to never touch your face ...ever!
😍😍
Can you still buy these because I can’t find any
Most things are available on eBay!
Omg you a life saver!!!!!
Do you have an email address where I can send you a photo of my 34 year old daughter’s Truly Me that I got her when she was 7?
And her “stuff”
Not a falling asleep channel for me- you are a "have on while restringing dolls" channel lol. And yeah, two weeks after my last comment, I'm still restringing!
If you have just like you 4 dont sell her
If I keep only one of them, it’ll be her!
Please for the love stop saying um sooooooo much
Um ok
Um I couldn’t finish watching the video
@@yerffej99 , umm you’re annoying. Johnny is flawless.
I like that he leaves in the “ummms”. It feels like I’m on a FaceTime call with a friend showing me their new doll stuff
@yerffej99 Um.... find a hobby. 😂