The Ideal Tammy Doll
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The Ideal Tammy doll of the 1960s was one of the first 'big headed' fashion dolls, and the first fashion doll introduced complete with parents and siblings. Tammy is one of the first anatomically correct fashion dolls to achieve the 'mother stamp of approval' at a time when some considered the Mattel Barbie doll provocative.
The Tammy Doll was made by Ideal Tory Corp. from 1962-1966 in the USA, and for several years thereafter in Japan. This lens is based on The Art Of the Ideal Tammy Doll.
A Little Bit About Tammy . . .
For some years, my hobby has been to rescue these straight legged and posn' legged wonders from trash bin destruction, closet solitude, and attic prison. The Art Of Tammy contained herein is based on the dolls in my collection that have been restored. Some dolls are still with me, others have been adopted. Although all Tammy dolls are similar in appearance, I've yet to find any two exactly alike.
The Ideal Tammy doll is truly timeless in design, and just as worthy of play or display in the 21st century as it was in the 20th century. This is a place designed for those who seek the Ideal Tammy doll for preservation, education, inspiration, and personal enjoyment. May all who visit feel welcome here.
How Ideal Toy Introduced Tammy To The World
Tammy's First TV Appearance
In the 1960s, television was still in its infancy and was used for many purposes. For example, early Saturday mornings were not always devoted to cartoons. While programs were being developed for the baby boomers, manufacturers were allowed to use segments of time to introduce their sales force to new products and promotions. One of the best in the industry at that time was the Ideal Toy Company.
Ideal Toy Company addressed their sales force on television early Saturday mornings with promotional infomercials introducing their new toys. The Ideal Tammy doll was launched at the International Toy Fair in New York, and introduced to the doll market in 1962. By 1963, the public loved the doll so much, Ideal Toy made sure Tammy had place to live, a case to hold her and her friends, a complete wardrobe, a mother, father, sister, brother, and an elusive boyfriend. Tammy also had her own car and a glamorous friend named, "Misty," (also known as "Miss Clairol, Glamour Misty.")
Ideal Toy formally introduced Tammy and her family to its sales force on national television, along with their promotional strategy which included the television programs on which Tammy commercials would air. The sales program also displayed examples of clothing and accessories made exclusively for Tammy.
In one particular sales force program, the dolls portraying Tammy's Mom, Dad, and brother, Ted, were actually prototypes, or in-store display versions of the Ideal Tammy line. These dolls had slightly different head moulds from the dolls that were manuactured for the masses. Needless to say, the early prototype or store display Tammy Family dolls are rarities,and are much sought after and prized by collectors.
The same film short also featured Tammy wearing an outfit called, "Walking Her Pet." The outfit displayed was also a prototype, slightly different from the outfit produced for market.. The sales program also featured other Ideal baby dolls, along with the introduction of "Pebbles Flintstone."
I found the video on YouTube a few years ago, and shared the link here for all who may be interested. It is unfortunate that this video was removed from YouTube unannounced for reasons unknown. The old Ideal sales program was very educational, and historic in nature. If anyone knows where this video is located, your shared information would be most welcome.
Below are a few hand picked videos about the Ideal Tammy doll from a collector's and vintage point of view.
Ideal Tammy Family & Friends
FaceBook Page Feed
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Art and Dolls by Altona
The confection above is one of my rescued Tammy dolls . . .
Ideal Tammy Links
SPECIAL NOTE ABOUT HONG KONG TAMMY: Before seeing this doll, I had never seen a curly haired Tammy "Made In Hong Kong." Then, a very nice Tammy Friend named Lisa shared a picture of her doll with me. I can't say thank you enough for sharing the picture of your curly haired "Made In Hong Kong." Lisa has given me permission to use her curly haired doll photo with an explanation, and I thought it would be good thing to share with Tammy friends who have never seen one.
NEW NEWS: The author of The Collectors Guide To Tammy, Cindy Sabulis, published "Rarities." You can find her link below, along with a link to "Toys Of Another Time."
Tammy collector, Johnny, is working an online reference guide to Tammy clothes and accessories. He has also put together a wonderful history page about Tammy and the Tammy family. (His Sindy site is wonderful, too.) The links to Johnny's website and The Tammy Convention can be found below.
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A Friend Of Tammy - Dolls By Altona
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Ideal Tammy Doll 1962-1966
Canadian Tammy has Reliable on her back, AE marked more...0 points
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Toys of Another Time your source for Vintage Barbie Dolls, Liddle ...
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Ideal Tammy
Tammy represented a wholesome all American teenage more...0 points
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Master Collector ONLINE
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Amazon.com: Collector's Guide to Tammy:
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Elizabeth's Sewing Basket - TheDollPage Marketplace
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2007 Tammy Convention - The Official Website for Tammy Collectors' Conventions
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The TammyGroup at Yahoo
thetammygroup: The Tammy Group - A place for Tammy more...0 points
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TammyTheDollYouLoveToDress
This is Johnny's Tammy Library. Beautiful photos a more...0 points
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Ideal Tammy Doll
Beautiful photos, great collection, wonderful disp more...0 points
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Beautiful Japanese Collector's Link
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Super Queens
These dolls were made in 1967 by Ideal. The dolls more...0 points
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Happy collection - Japan
This is the lovely collection of an Asian Friend O more...0 points
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Lovely Japanese Collection of Tammy Dolls
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The VIntage Doll Collector Online Ideal Reference Guide
This site gives a brief description with photo of more...0 points
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Ideal Tammy Photos
Swirl's Tammy & Family Of Dolls - You will lov more...0 points
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K.Velvet - Japan Tammy Gallery
Beautiful display of Tammy and Pepper wearing cust more...0 points
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Tammy Rarities From Around The World
This the pre-order link to the new book featuring more...0 points
Something From Elizabeth's Sewing Basket
Ideal Tammy Commercial
OOAK Tammy Friend From England
Black Trendy Sindy by Nav Sikand
The Pedigree Sindy doll is Tammy's cousin from England. Sindy appeared on the market about the same time as Tammy, and was originally similar in design, appearance, and promotion. Today, one of a kind doll artists are finding ways restore and encourage a renewed interest in the vintage dolls no longer produced. The doll artist featured this week is Nav Sikand. The doll you see below is a one of a kind creation in tribute to the Black Sindy Doll. Nav dyed the doll, rerooted her hair and eyelashes, and repainted her makeup. Nav provides more information about this doll in his auction. It isn't often I see a makeover of this kind, and thought friends of Tammy would find this interesting.
More Tammy Finds On eBay
Welcome to Ideal Tammy Japan Exhibition
A Little Info About The Tammy Geisha . . .
The Tammy doll inspires art. Although each doll may look alike, I've yet to run across two that were identical. Each Tammy doll has its own look, and the dolls made in Japan have their own look, as well.
Tammy Exclusives From Japan
Dal's Tammy Items For Adoption
*** Special Note: This section is scheduled to be updated to showcase Friends of Tammy on Flickr. If you would like to contribute a special Tammy photo, or if you have a Tammy photo set you would like to showcase, please contact me or leave a note in the guestbook with a link to your site.
ACEO Art Cards On eBay
ACEO = Art Card Editions, Originals . . . ATC = Artists Trading Cards
Fine art 2.5" x 3.5" (inches), trading card size for
one of a kind 1/12 - 1/2 scale doll-size dioramas
My Tammy Guest Book
May I have your autograph?
Hello Tammy Friends,
If you are a friend of Tammy, I would love to hear from you. If you are a member of thetammygroup yahoo forum, a special hello and welcome to you.
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naheedahsan
Feb 16, 2012 @ 11:31 am | delete
- cute lens.thumps up!
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dkmitchell27
Feb 10, 2012 @ 4:10 pm | delete
- I cannot believe I have never heard of the Tammy doll. I certainly am old enough. I just remember Barbie, Ken, and Skipper, Barbie's little sister. Delightful Lens. Will keep an eye out for this little lady.
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jimmyworldstar
Feb 10, 2012 @ 12:44 pm | delete
- It's strange looking back at old commercials and TV programming. I guess this Tammy doll isn't popular anymore.
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Tipi
Feb 9, 2012 @ 6:50 pm | delete
- Nice to see this lens on the front page of Squidoo.
Yes, I am a friend of Tammy, she's a doll!
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MelonyVaughan
Feb 9, 2012 @ 6:08 pm | delete
- Adorable and classy! 2 thumps up!
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The Collector's Guide To Tammy
Collector's Guide to Tammy: The Ideal Teen: Identification & Values
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The Collector's Guide To Tammy is the best resource book available about the wonderful Ideal Tammy Doll of the 1960s. This guide provides information and photos of the American Ideal Tammy, Family, and Friends - plus her wardrobe and accessories.
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