WTF Mattel

Have you ever bought a doll and noticed its imperfections right away? Maybe the eyes or lips aren't painted/printed well or something similar. #wtfMattel is an actual hashtag because Mattel often produces poor quality dolls.

Recently, two dolls that I bought had me saying #wtfMattel. The barista Ken's face and the PUMA girl's lips make me want to scream...especially since I paid good money for that PUMA doll!

Jackpot x 2!

I recently acquired 2 dolls that have been on my wishlist since I got into collecting. Coincidentally, they came within a few weeks of each other and they are both Oriental dolls. 

The first is the second doll in the I Love Barbie Shanghai series, and the second is the United Colors of Benetton Beijing doll.

I Love Barbie Shanghai

The two Shanghai dolls

Beijing Barbie

 

I haven't even de-boxed them yet as I'm still marveling that I got them and that they're so beautiful!

Thank you, sellers! They're both in excellent condition.

Adwoa Aboah's Shero doll

Please, Mattel! This doll must make it to production!

Didn't I say that when they care to, Mattel can create an excellent likeness?? This is the genius we collectors see too little of over at Mattel. 

This is the Adwoa Aboah Shero doll and she is everything I look for in a doll - non blonde, non smiley face, short hair, freckles, captivating eyes and beautiful makeup. Plus, she's articulated!

I guarantee doll collectors everywhere will love this doll.

Please don't disappoint, Mattel!