Dolls for All Occassions!

Did you know that decorating with dolls can be that "extra" added touch needed to complete any themes' event, Season or occassion?

We received the following images and emails and just had to share!

The first email comes from Lian G. of Provo Utah.
Liana writes: Hi Marie,
I just wanted to let you know that my husband and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary, and we had a big party at our house. We also renewed our vows at this party.
We had a Halloween type theme to the party!

This picture Is our guest book table. Do you see the 2 Marie Osmond dolls there? Our colors were purple and black, so these 2 dolls fit right in! TOOOOO CUTE!Thanks for all you do to entertain us! and Congrate on your weight loss and your 50th birthday!

Our second email comes from Beary Unique Bears & Gifts! Rose was kind enough to forward an email she received from her customer, Donna O.

Donna writes: Hi Rose,
We were so glad to receive our Adora Spell Belle doll today. We have been looking forward to having her as part of our Halloween decorations.

Attached is a picture of the mantel arrangement that my daughter and twin 13 year old granddaughters made with her here in Huntsville. I am not sure if you can see the broom tied in her hand. That is a part of a Build A Bear witch outfit that the girls have. It looks perfect with the doll - even has a purple bow tied on it. (Marie should have included that with the doll..LOL)

The second picture is of my granddaughter in Birmingham after she opened her doll today!

Thanks for getting the dolls to us.

Donna O.

"1st Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest" with Charisma!

A fun time was had by all during our "1st Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest!"

The rules were simple!
1. $5.00 Maximum on accessories
2. 15 Minutes
3. That's it!

Any game plans we might have had for decorations were quickly thrown out the window once the actual contest started!... (it was hard enough to concentrate with the great costumes being a major distraction)

As seen by the pictures below:

Team 1 (Peggy, Gina, & Mariza)

Team 2 (Tracy, Pat & Chris)

Team 3 (Joni, Dorothy & Tony)

Team 4 (bj, Elva, & Margaret)

Congratulations the the Winners!
Team 1

(Mariza, Peggy, and Gina)

A letter from Areion... Happy Birthday!

Here at Charisma, There is no better enjoyment we receive than the emotional value our dolls bring to our little collectors. We "LOVE" hearing these!!

For example, we received this heartfelt letter from Areion, who wrote us about the doll she received for her 10th Birthday. I do believe we have a young collector in our midst!

If you have a story you would like to share on our blog, please email: dolly@charismabrands.com

We look forward to hearing from you!

(p.s. If you're wondering, The "Dear, To Whom It May Concern"... Is me!") haha.. Isn't that the cutest!

Toys for Tots GREAT Success in October!

GREAT NEWS!

As Promised..........

"For every doll sold by Charisma during the month of October 2009, a doll will be given to a child in need through the National Toys for Tots Program."

So far this month the "Buy a Doll - GIVE a Doll" Campaign has been a wonderful SUCCESS! Everyone here in the office pitched in to help in the send off of the dolls!! Toys For Tots collects new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted. (Even our own Augey dog got in the act)

What a FANTASTIC way to get in the "Holiday Mood!"

Armfuls of Dolls headed their way to the Toys for Tots Foundation headquarters!

Boxes and Boxes of Dolls for the Tots!

The Charisma program is a nationwide program and the donated dolls will be distributed to Marine Units as directed by Marine Toys for Tots Foundation headquarters.

The Charisma corporate offices in Irvine, California will also be a drop off location for new unwrapped toys, dolls and cash donations during the months of October, November and December. The dolls and toys collected in the Irvine offices will be delivered to Camp Pendleton, California in late December.

Marie Osmond Dolls Last QVC show of the Year! (Behind the scenes)

In preparation of her last show of the year on QVC, Marie has a lengthy list of note cards in que!




Here's a great shot of Peggy and Marcia celebrating after a very successful Doll Show!

Marcia and Rachael looking on back stage at the Q jewelry set!

"Paper Roses" another hit!

In 1973, Marie Osmond cut her first single as a solo artist, "Paper Roses". The recording became a #1 Country hit, reached the Top 5 on the Billboard Magazine Pop Chart, and achieved crossover success. The song earned a gold record as did the album of the same name.

And now, (we'll call it a few, years later... ) "Paper Roses" has become another hit!.. (The Marie Osmond Fashion Doll that is).

The "Paper Roses" Fashion Doll by Marie Osmond Dolls and Charisma Brands, was a sold out success on Marie's last QVC show of the year, airing Monday, Oct. 26th.

Viewers were delighted to see Marie and her Daughter Rachael as they discussed the development of the "Paper Roses" Fashion Doll and the involvement Rachael provided in the design of the dress.

If you missed Marie's last QVC show of the year, you will have to wait until 2010 to see what fabulous dolls Marie will be designing.














If you would like more information on Marie Osmond Dolls and Charisma Brands, please visit:

http://www.marieosmond.com
http://www.charismabrands.com
http://www.qvc.com

It's "Doll" in the Family!

On October 18th, The Shopping Channel - Canada welcomed it's newest on air host!

The Marie Osmond Dolls debut show, was a first for both, "The Shopping Channel", and "Rachael Blosil" (Marie's beautiful and talented daughter).

Rachael proved to be as pleasant and entertaining of a host which was expressed by her true love and passion for dolls, undoubtedly instilled from her mother's fondness of sculpting.

Here is Rachael outside The Shopping Channel - Canada.

Marie's 50 Favorite Things!

The list you've all been waiting for! But! She forgot to add
Jonathon Roberts to the list!! Thanks for joining the party, wasn't he a treat!!

Marie’s 50 Favorite Things

1. Gifts from the Sea Book
2. See’s Bordeaux Chocolates
3. V-Caramels
4. Nutri-system
5. Mason Pears Brush
6. Sharpies, Eyelashes & Eyelash Glue
7. Dior Lip Gloss #221
8. Stila Shade 2 Bronzer Powder
9. MAC Half Red Lip Liner
10. Mentha Lip Shine (from Bath & Body) & Crest Ultra White Strips
11. Dior Mascara
12. Laura Mercier Powder & Short handled brush set
13. Down Pillow and 500 Thread Count Pillow Case
14. Spray Tan Sun FX
15. Kilian Perfume – Typical Me
16. Kilian Perfume – Invitation
17. JA Hair Products
18. Almond Joys & Honey Bunches of Oats w/Strawberries
19. Juice Plus
20. Favorite Blue Ink Pen & Owl Journal
21. Opera CD - Anna Netrebko the "Souvenirs"
22. Anthropology Candle – Lilacs & Rain
23. Bliss Blood Orange & White Pepper Products from Sephora
24. Brookstone Mirror with tweezers
25. IPOD
26. itunes Card
27. D&M Merchandise set from Flamingo Gift Shop
28. Jane Austin’s Pride & Prejudice
29. Sisleya Daily Line Reducer
30. 50th Anniversary Barbie Doll
31. Kodak Moments Figurines
32. Fishnet Stockings
33. Gift Craft Tea for One & Peppermint Herbal Tea
34. Chocolate Ball with Peach
35. Strawberry Poke Sticks
36. Knitting Needles and fun yarn
37. Nifty Knitter & Yarn
38. Jade Bracelets
39. Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Movies & Popcorn
40. I Love Lucy DVD Library
41. Best Picture Collection of DVD Movies (An American In Paris, Gigi, My Fairy Lady)
42. King James version of the Bible
43. Young Living 7 Essential Oils
44. Motivational Speaker CD - Wayne dyer.
45. Prescription for Nutritional Healing Book
46. Standing for Something & the Peach Giver Books
47. Crochet for charity cotton & #3 hook
48. Gift Craft Marie’s Bag Collection
49. Marie’s Fabric Collection
50. Janome Sewing Machine, Advantus Rolling Storage Case and tons of fabrics, notions, etc.

DANCING Baby DONNY Doll......Bruno?

Marie, our birthday girl, who celebrated one day early, must believe it is better to give than to receive. Instead of getting a present from her brother Donny, she gave him a doll replica of himself, "Dancing Baby Donny!" Marie told him to give it to judge Bruno Tonioli so he can remember their impromptu smooch on last Monday's show. Donny responded, "I want to forget about that thing. This is just going to perpetuate it." Watch Exclusive BEHIND THE SCENES with Marie and the "Dancing Baby Donny!" http://www.etonline.com/news/2009/10/79646/

It's really great to see one of our dolls get to make an appearance on TV! Way to go Team Charisma on another GREAT Product!

Entertainment Tonight and DOLLS!

We were happy to see that ET visited us at the unveiling of Marie's new Fashion Doll

Watch the Exclusive Video online here:

http://www.etonline.com/news/2009/10/79639/index.html

Thanks to all of you that waited in line and really made it a CELEBRATION!

Team Charisma

"Marie's "ROCK THIS TOWN" 50th Birthday Party Booth Photos are Ready to View Online!

The Party Booth Photos are LIVE! Come check them out, they're so FUN!

Click Here:
http://www.pictage.com/client/event.do?event=734702&emailFlag=true

(This is the CORRECT LINK!)

We have to say you really went all out and made some
WONDERFUL scrap book pages!
You even impressed the guys that were running the photo booth!
They said that they have never seen such great and well crafted pages!
GREAT JOB EVERYONE!

Fabulous at 50!

Mindy at Doll Reader was great with posting about the Big 50th Party for Marie in Vegas this past weekend.

It was a joy seeing all of you again and we missed those that couldn't make it!

Thanks Mindy for joining us and posting!!

Fabulous at 50

Marie Osmond hosts collector birthday bash in Vegas

By Mindy Kinsey

Marie Osmond -- the doll designer, recording artist, Broadway star, author, and mother of eight -- celebrated her 50th birthday on Oct. 9-10, 2009, at the Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas with 200 of her closest doll pals. A sold-out crowd attended a luncheon birthday bash, which continued into the evening as the crowd attended a packed "Donny & Marie" nightclub show and greeted the debut of Marie's new fashion doll.

The luncheon began with a beautiful video of Marie's life. The real Marie claimed the stage after the dishes had been cleared. She was introduced by Jonathan Roberts, her "Dancing with the Stars" partner, and was clearly delighted by his and other surprise guests' presences. She was presented with numerous official gifts, including a "Kissy" doll that had been her favorite when she was small; her first performance dress framed; a huge collection of hairclips (rumor has it her children steal hers); and a sizeable donation to the Children's Miracle Network, which Marie helped found. Marie read her thanks as an alphabet list of her feelings about turning 50 ("50 is the female 'F' word!") and her appreciation of her friends and family.

Then it was Marie's turn to give gifts, in the form of her 50 favorite items, wrapped and presented to collectors as doorprizes. The eclectic collection of items ranged from Marie's favorite makeup to a box of cereal, books, videos, chocolate, perfume, yarn and knitting needles, an iPod, fabric, items from her new home line, and even a sewing machine. She enthusiastically described the items, encouraging fans to "write this down" so they could pick up the exact right lip gloss, nutritional supplements, or fishnet stockings.

A trio of dancers from the "Donny & Marie" nightclub show wheeled in Marie's extravagant cake and led the singing of "Happy Birthday." While the crowd ate cake, a video of greetings from other celebririties and friends played, delighting Marie with whimsical audio notes from Mary Hart of Entertainment Tonight, the Vegas Chippendales, and even her own staff.

At the end of the luncheon, Marie generously signed dolls and books for two hours before whisking off to prepare for her nightclub act. The theater was crowded with doll fans who cheered Marie enthusiastically during the energetic show, which features music in a variety of genres.

After the show, the crowd gathered at the Flamingo's gift shop, where Marie had promised to pop out of a cake. She did -- or at least, the new fashion doll version of Marie did! Entertainment Tonight was on hand to film as Marie gave away the very first doll and collectors crowded in to buy a limited number of additional dolls from the first release.

The following day, collectors joined the Charisma staff at poolside for fun and games before lining up for a final doll signing with Marie in the gift shop.

Happy birthday, Marie! May we all be as fabulous at 50!

FIGHT LIKE A GIRL!

Today is COURAGE DAY!
And October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

Today begins Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and is often called "Courage Day."

Brighten someone's day that's a survivor and help them fight the fight with the warm smile and empowering message of this Keepsake Doll! There are 4 in all with thoughtful banners of encouragement. Get yours here today!

Blog with us and tell us your stories of how a doll has made a difference in your fight or how you've helped by giving a doll to someone to help lift their spirits! We love it when you let us know "What a difference a Doll Makes!"