[ID: Flower Princess] Doll with Gemstone Eyes [Jan 2009]

[Ghost Of The Doll]

Eva emailed me this doll description:

"Hi, I have been searching for a while for a doll I remember from the early 80s called which I think was called 'Olivia'. I remember these dolls had gemstone eyes. I haven't been able to find anything at all about these online. I remember they had pastel hair (mauve). Does anyone know if these or if they were called 'Olivia' or something else?"
Thank You! Eva

[sms75]

I am actually searching for something quite similar.  In the 1980s I had a Barbie-sized doll with very light blue rhinestone/gemstone eyes (no definition to the pupil or cornea, the entire eye socket was filled with one large opaque gem), but her hair was very light blonde if I'm remembering it correctly.  I also had her horse which was sold seperately.

When I had her I thought she was a bit creepy to look at.  I wish I could remember her name too!

[zuse]

I thought I'd bump this back up?

[Leigh_Lu]

The Sparkling Eyes Princess Flower Brides?
http://mlparena.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=235991.html

Or...The Disney Princess Special Sparkle Collection?

Both of those sets had gems for eyes.

[Littlemismakeup]

So creepy! It's like she's looking into my soul! *shudder*

[princess_lucy]

Now THAT is scary stuff x

[zuse]

Those are interesting! 1983 Flower Princess Starry-eyed Bride (with "Sparkling Eyes).

There's Laurelle (brunette/red hair)







http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320509278701

And Leeanna (blonde hair) - 1983 Made in Hong Kong





http://mlparena.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=235991.html









http://www.etsy.com/listing/47580760/vintage-retro-flower-princess-starry

Finally, the 3rd doll. Lisette seems to be the Flower Princess character with the purple hair



http://www.flickriver.com/photos/36636846@N07/tags/flowerprincess/ (from the collection of vintagemimosa)







More pics:





http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270355381895

Flower Princess Starry-eyed Bride Collection - Lisette Doll #1012 Asst. 1010

"Once upon a time, in a wonderful Flower Fairytale Land, three beautiful young princesses dreamed they were the most radiant brides in the Kingdom. Their beauty was so magical that when they smiled, their eyes sparkled like precious jewels"

Montgomery Ward Exclusive doll. Dated 1984 Creata International. Made in Hong Kong.

[zuse]

There were some versions of Lisette with regular eyes as well.

Original Flower Princess (1982)





"Made by Creata Int'l for Woolworth stores in 1982. Lisette has Flower Frosted hair (lavender streaks in it), violet eyes and a pretty purple gown with flowers. She is a 11 1/2" tall with soft movable arms & bendable legs."

http://www.jewelsdollcastle.com/Clones.html

Prima Ballerina (1985)











http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/debdoll/items/Prima_Ballerina_Flower_Princess_Lisette

[Ianua]

They are sooo freaky especially the 1st 

[zuse]

Oh! I just noticed that there were two head molds used. I like the smiling one better!

[EricaVee]

Oooh they are so pretty. But when the light hits them wrong they do seem a little demonic! I love their outfits though.

There actually is a Barbie with blue gemstone eyes, I found one in one of my nana's thrifting hauls. Now SHE is terrifying--the whole eye is a gemstone. I found her name but I can't remember it right now, I'll find it later and post it.

[Ianua]

Sounds freaky .. the weird think is although I find these dolls unsettling I used to love the my little ponies you could get with gems for eyes. I must have watched too many films about demon dollies as a child

[hotpinksweetpea]

Oooh they are so pretty. But when the light hits them wrong they do seem a little demonic! I love their outfits though.

There actually is a Barbie with blue gemstone eyes, I found one in one of my nana's thrifting hauls. Now SHE is terrifying--the whole eye is a gemstone. I found her name but I can't remember it right now, I'll find it later and post it.

I believe that is Sparkle Eyes Barbie! I had her and I can't say that I enjoyed playing with her that much - I just liked her dress!   

[Ghost Of The Doll]

I've just emailed Eva to find out whether any of these are the doll she described (better late than never)!

[phae_11]

Hi everyone! this is Eva. I'm new here - just registered - but I am the one who asked the original question. It's so weird but I just thought about this doll and the question this morning and several hours later I checked my mail and had a message from you after all this time!! Wow!!

Thanks so much for everyones help and posting your pictures. The Starry eyed brides are fab! I love them!! For some reason the name "Olivia" has just stuck with the image of the doll I had in mind but the purple haired princess looks a lot like the doll I remember seeing.

Thanks for your help! This forum is great!!