Darling and popular 18” TOP KNOT Baby Dear doll, first issued in 1960, designed by Eloise Wilkins.
 
Gorgeous healthy glow to her lovely face with light blonde hair, an immaculately clean body with all new kapok stuffing (this is her original body, just re-stuffed to 'revitalize' her for safe cuddling); and she now has a WORKING squeaker. She has a sweet baby smell. If you have ever tried to photograph and ‘capture’ the true color of a Baby Dear’s hair, you know it depends on the lighting and angle; this baby has pretty very light blonde hair and it is full and just lovely!
 
This happy baby is in excellent /mint condition — fat and sassy, she sits up comfortably and poses ‘oh so many ways’. She comes ALL ORIGINAL with her original outfit -- rosebud cotton jersey kimono, white cotton 'side-tie' undershirt, and fluffy white flannel diaper with 'star dot' snaps. She wears pink-and-white knit booties to keep her little chubby feet cozy and warm, but I am unsure if these are original. She has a repro hang tag exactly like her original. All clothing in excellent  seemingly unplayed with condition.
 
 
She is absolutely delightful and being a 'top knot' baby, she is among the relatively few of this issue -- hard to find in such perfect condition -- no marks, or chews to her sweet, chubby arms and legs. Her cloth stuffed body is squeezably soft and cuddly with just enough 'drape' to her neck to remind you she is a 'new baby' and needs you to comfort and support her. She is marked with her cloth Vogue tag at the nape of her neck; and, she is appropriately stamped at the back of her leg 'E. Wilkins / 1960' to attest to her authenticity.
 
I had no intentions of parting with any of my rather large collection of these sweet dollies, but find a Baker’s Dozen might be a little much. If you collect them, you know they are much like potato chips, and cannot be resisted or denied. Dress them often, as they look charming and enjoy being fussed over.
 
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