May 1, 2018
May’s Doll of the Month is Snuggle Close Sadie, created by renowned Master Doll Artist Marita Winters, a DOTY™ (Doll of the Year™) Award nominee. The first time I met Sadie, I fell instantly in love. She has the sweet innocence of a newborn baby curled up in slumber....
Apr 11, 2018
Here at The Ashton-Drake Galleries, we really strive to imbue our collectible dolls with lifelike nuances. That extra bit of realism really goes a long way in enhancing our relationship with our dolls. We also believe that touch helps create a strong bond between...
Mar 27, 2018
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Since 2014, we’ve been raising Coco in our office. Sure, sometimes it’s challenging when we have work to do, and she wants to play (she always wants to play.) But no matter what, she always makes life fun. Here are some of...
Mar 8, 2018
We often get asked how we choose who to portray as a commemorative collectible dolls. We look for individuals who inspire us, who have made an impact on society, and who have won our hearts. Today is International Women’s Day, and in support of a collective effort to...
Mar 7, 2018
Do you know that feeling you get when you hold a new baby doll for the very first time? How your heart just swells with love and warm welcome? One of the perks about working here at The Ashton-Drake Galleries, is getting to experience that feeling with each new...
Feb 23, 2018
February is Black History Month, a time for us to honor and reflect on the contribution African Americans have made not only to our history, but also to our society. Diversity is what makes America unique, and it is our hope that this diversity is appreciated and...
