During the 80’s, the company began gluing the wired foot to the felt base to keep the base from slipping out. The famous Annalee head logo was added to the tags. By the 1980’s, the company started to focus more and more on doll designs for the holiday season. The early 1980’s saw the introduction of a Halloween line and a Thanksgiving line in 1985. The Annalee museum opened in Meredith, NH in 1983.
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1980: 8” Chef pig, Item Number: 583105
He's ready to cook up anything for you - except bacon! His classic white chef hat is complimented by a blue and white striped wrap around his neck.
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1980: 10” Sitting deer w/Santa hat, Item Number: 582905
This is one of the many classic deer that have been created over the years. By sitting the deer down though, it tells a whole different story -maybe it's one of Santa's deer resting after their long journey. Or, simply a deer that loves hats. That's the magic of an Annalee doll.
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1981 "Designer Series" produced a set of Pilgrim Mice.
1981: 18” Escort Fox, Item Number: 584505
This handsome fox is ready to take his lady out for a special night. The pearls on his lace trimmed vest match the pearl necklace that she wears around her neck. He has a hand painted face and is signed by Annalee.
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1981: 18” Lady Fox, Item Number: 584305
She's ready to step out with her man in an offwhite formal gown and blue fur boa. Although one of her shoes has disappeared, she is still charming with her demure expression. She also wears a string of pearls around her neck.
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1981: 8” Girl pig, Item Number: 583205
We think this hungry little pig lost her fork and spoon, but she doesn't seem to mind. She wears a short apron made of eyelet fabric and a lovely pink satin ribbon in her yellow hair.
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1981: 8” Pig w/blue parasol, Item Number: 582705
At one time, this piece was going for $250 in the Annalee antique shop here in Meredith. This doll certainly is a charmer with her matching blue parasol and blue satin accents on her feet. Annalee's signature can be found underneath the blue netting on her back.
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1982 First "Collector" doll created, the Annalee self-portrait doll.
1983: 16” Aerobics Girl, Item Number: 584405
This doll is a great example of art imitating life. In the 80's, aerobics was the craze and the required outfit was a shiny leotard with leg warmers. With that big smile on her face, you can tell she's enjoying her exercise!
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1983: 8” Monk w/jug, Item Number: 581805
An Annalee signed piece, this doll is in great condition. With that secretive smile, you wonder if he's had a sip from his jug! He wears a brown felt cap and his beard is made of white fur.
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1983 Annalee Doll Museum established.
1983 Annalee Doll Society founded.
1983-84 First two Folk Hero dolls released by Doll Society (Johnny Appleseed & Robin Hood).
1984: 14” Caroller Girl, Item Number 580005
This particular doll was a sample. She is holding her book of carols open at “Deck the Halls’’ and from her expression, you can tell she is enjoying the sing-along.
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Our cheerful painter is remarkably clean considering his occupation! Note the loop on his overalls for a paintbrush and his bright blue bandana. His snout is a separate piece of felt that is stitched on.
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1984 First Annalee Doll Society auction/BBQ held in Meredith.
1985 First Annalee Animal released by Annalee Doll Society (Penguin).
1985 First Annalee Logo Kid® released by Annalee Doll Society (Cookies & Milk).
1985 Assorted witch mice and other dolls combined for a Halloween line.
1985 Assorted scarecrows and pilgrim mice combined for a Thanksgiving line.
With her blue net tutu and satin toe shoes, this ballerina is truly special. She was a sample and has Annalee's signature on her back. The blue ribbon by her ear matches her costume and the pink base matches her rosy cheeks.
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1985: 12” Jazz Cat, Item Number: 581705
This is one cool cat! His classic spats are made of white felt and notice his bright red bowtie. He was created with different instruments so an entire jazz band could be assembled.
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1985: 18” Valentine bear, Item Number: 581205
Be my honey bear' was part of the Valentine's collection from 1985. His white knit t-shirt originally came with a red heart attached at his left shoulder.
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1986 Annalee Dolls are loaned to the American Ambassador's home in Sweden.
1986: 12” Indian girl mouse, Item Number: 584005
This is a piece with lots of detail to notice. Her outfit has a beautiful blue with white fringe trim and her hair is kept together with bands of satin ribbon. The papoose on her back is made of felt with an interesting ribbon trim and an adorable baby mouse peeks out from the top of it.
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1986: 10” Bear on Sled, Item Number: 582405
In the 1986 catalog, he was photographed sitting up, but it appears he likes to sled head first! In that year, several other sledding pieces were created, as well as several skiers. Our bear sports a striped knit cap and red felt mittens.
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This sweet bear was part of a small collection of 'honey' bears. For the 1986 catalog, they were all photographed in an outdoor scene, and she was holding a bunch of pink flowers. She still has the pink bow in her hair and that rosy blush to her cheeks.
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1986: 5” Duck w/Raincoat and Umbrella, Item Number: 582205
Let it rain! This cute duck has his umbrella, felt hat and rain slicker to protect him. The latches for his coat are also made from felt.
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1986: 7” Sledding bunny, Item Number: 582105
This bunny was part of a winter time fun collection that included several dolls skiing and sledding. In her creations, Annalee captured the fun of living in New Hampshire and added a dash of whimsy by using animals to express those stories.
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1986: 10” Bear with bee, Item Number: 581905
This sweetheart of a bear was part of a small collection of 'honey' bears. This particular bear ended up with a bee on this nose, while another bear in the collection ate honey out of a bucket. They all wear clothing made from the same fabric.
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1987: 7” Drummer Boy, Item Number 560105
This 7” Drummer Boy is adorable. He has a cute cheeky grin and you can tell he’s enjoying making as much noise as he can with that drum! His facial features are crisp and clear and he is sporting a beautiful wool hat with a seasonal holly sprig attached. The original retail price for this 7”doll in 1987 was $17.45. He has 'peek a boo' toes on his shoes, which are an intentional design feature.
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1987: 10” Nightshirt Bear, Item Number: 583505
This sleepy bear originally came with a candle to help him find his way to bed. The striped fabric that he is wearing was also used on several other dolls that same year, including Santas. He wears green slippers made of felt.
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1988 The Annalee Scholarship Fund founded by the employees of Annalee Dolls.
1988 The first of a three volume set of guide books on Annalee Dolls is published by Annalee Dolls.
1988: 10” Toy Soldier, Item Number: 581505
A handsome soldier, he was also created in an 18" doll and a 30" version that came with a drum. His epilets have shiny gold trim and a yellow plume decorates his hat.
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1988: 10” Deer w/bell and Santa hat, Item Number: 581405
A sweet deer with just enough holiday spirit. His bell and santa hat with a sprig of holly give him that classic Christmas look.
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1989 First trip to the White House by family. Unveiling of the Spirit of '76 tableau by then Chief of Staff John Sununu.
1989: 7” Tree top angel, Item Number: 583705
This adorable angel was designed to grace the top of a Christmas tree. The angel is wrapped around a green cone that has a sprig of greenery in the front. When placed on a tree, it appears as if the angel is hugging the tree top. Annalee's signature can be found inside the cone.
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1989: 7” Baby w/sweater and blanket, Item Number: 582805
This baby has lost his sister! Two babies were designed this year, one with a blue sweater and pink blanket, the other with a pink sweater and ivory blanket. Both had the letter 'A' on the front and back of the sweater.
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