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Mop Top Billy

For three generations, collectors have prized Madame Alexander® dolls for their meticulous detailing, elaborate costumes, and expressive faces. The many endearing designs created by Beatrice Alexander Behrman, such as Mop Top Billy, earned her the title “First Lady of Dolls.”

Description

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1999
Retail Price: $14.95 USA/$19.50 CAN
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 3.75" h.
SKU: QEO8337
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

Coordinating Ornament

Mop Top Wendy
Madame Alexander®
3rd in the series.

NOTE: Mop Top Wendy and Mop Top Billy were designed to hold hands when placed side-by-side.

Related Ornaments

Each ornament in this series is based on one of the composition dolls designed by Beatrix Alexander Behrman AKA Madame Alexander.

Description

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1999
Retail Price: $14.95 USA/$19.50 CAN
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 3.75" h.
SKU: QEO8337
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

NOTE: Mop Top Wendy and Mop Top Billy were designed to hold hands when placed side-by-side.

Coordinating Ornament

Mop Top Wendy
Madame Alexander®
3rd in the series.

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Each ornament in this series is based on one of the composition dolls designed by Beatrix Alexander Behrman AKA Madame Alexander.

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Christmas Eve Preparations

Keepsake Artist Contributions

Sleigh – Duane Unruh
Base – Linda Sickman

Elves:

Elf Standing on Top of Sleigh – Ed Seale
Elf Loading Package – Nello Williams
Elf Holding Reins – Katrina Bricker

In Sleigh:

Santa’s Leather Bag and the Toys Inside It – Linda Sickman
Teddy Bear Peeking Over Santa’s Bag – Sue Tague
Puppy – Kristina Kline
Santa’s Lap Blanket – Dill Rhodus
“Good Girls and Boys” Book – Robert Chad

Removable Miniature Ornaments:

Police Car – Patricia Andrews
Horn – Don Palmiter
Airplane – John “Collin” Francis
Nutcracker – Tracy Larsen
Rocking Horse – Anita Marra Rogers
Ship – Ken Crow

On Base:

Bunny (sitting in front of the sleigh) – Bob Siedler
Three Birds – LaDene Votruba
Duck and Rabbit (in back of the sleigh) – Joanne Eschrich
Drum and Top – Sharon Pike
Victorian Doll – Joyce Lyle
Two Chipmunks – Nina Aubé

Description

Keepsake Ornaments with Display Piece

With Christmas only hours away. these merry little elves are busy loading Santa's sleigh with toys. Just like Santa's elves, the Keepsake Ornament studio artists have joined together to create this exquisite 1998 Keepsake Ornament Studio Edition. Each artist contributed to the design, adding humor, nostalgic details, and lots of holiday cheer. On ornament: Thanks for celebrating 25 years of collecting memories with Hallmark.

Artist: See Keepsake Artist Contributions
Released: 1998 (KOCC Event)
Retail Price: $85.00 USA
Material(s): composite, fabric, & metal
Dimensions: 6" w. x 4" h.
SKU: QXC4506
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

In preparation for Christmas Eve, three little elves load Santa’s sleigh. One elf stands atop Santa’s sleigh and directs the loading of Santa’s leather sack while a teddy bear sneaks out of the open bag to catch a glimpse of the bunny cautiously sniffing a duck pull-toy that is resting in the snow. A wrapped gift, a toy barn, and a locomotive sit in the bag.

The second elf loads a wrapped gift onto the sleigh as the third inspects some reins while a bird and a bunny watch.

A puppy–sitting on a blanket on the seat, next to Santa’s book of Good Boys and Girls–hangs over the edge of the sleigh curiously watching a pair of chipmunks playing hide and seek among the sleigh runners.

A Victorian doll, a drum, and a top rests beside the sleigh waiting to be loaded. Six other toys (miniature ornaments) including: a police car, a horn, an airplane, a nutcracker, a rocking horse, and a ship are also ready to be added to the sack (or can be displayed separately.)

Just below the sleigh, a pair of bluebirds watch the whole scene.

Coordinating Ornaments

A Late-Night Snack
Complements the 1998 Keepsake Ornament Studio Edition Piece

Santa's Deer Friend
Artist's Studio Collection

Santa's Deer Friend
Artist's Studio Collection
Event Exclusive

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Description

Keepsake Ornaments with Display Piece
With Christmas only hours away. these merry little elves are busy loading Santa's sleigh with toys. Just like Santa's elves, the Keepsake Ornament studio artists have joined together to create this exquisite 1998 Keepsake Ornament Studio Edition. Each artist contributed to the design, adding humor, nostalgic details, and lots of holiday cheer. On ornament: Thanks for celebrating 25 years of collecting memories with Hallmark.

Artist: See Keepsake Artist Contributions
Released: 1998 (KOCC Event)
Retail Price: $85.00 USA
Material(s): composite, fabric, & metal
Dimensions: 6" w. x 4" h.
SKU: QXC4506
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

In preparation for Christmas Eve, three little elves load Santa’s sleigh. One elf stands atop Santa’s sleigh and directs the loading of Santa’s leather sack while a teddy bear sneaks out of the open bag to catch a glimpse of the bunny cautiously sniffing a duck pull-toy that is resting in the snow. A wrapped gift, a toy barn, and a locomotive sit in the bag.

The second elf loads a wrapped gift onto the sleigh as the third inspects some reins while a bird and a bunny watch.

A puppy–sitting on a blanket on the seat, next to Santa’s book of Good Boys and Girls–hangs over the edge of the sleigh curiously watching a pair of chipmunks playing hide and seek among the sleigh runners.

A Victorian doll, a drum, and a top rests beside the sleigh waiting to be loaded. Six other toys (miniature ornaments) including: a police car, a horn, an airplane, a nutcracker, a rocking horse, and a ship are also ready to be added to the sack (or can be displayed separately.)

Just below the sleigh, a pair of bluebirds watch the whole scene.

Coordinating Ornaments

A Late-Night Snack
Complements the 1998 Keepsake Ornament Studio Edition Piece

Santa's Deer Friend
Artist's Studio Collection

Santa's Deer Friend
Artist's Studio Collection
Event Exclusive

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Mop Top Wendy

For three generations, collectors have prized Madame Alexander® dolls for their meticulous detailing, elaborate costumes, and expressive faces. The many endearing designs created by Beatrice Alexander Behrman, such as Mop Top Wendy, earned her the title “First Lady of Dolls.”

Look for Mop Top Billy, the Keepsake Ornament that complements this design, in the 1999 Spring Collection at your
Hallmark Gold Crown store.

Description

3rd in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1998
Retail Price: $14.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 3.75" h.
SKU: QX6353
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

Coordinating Ornament

Mop Top Billy
Madame Alexander®

NOTE: Mop Top Wendy and Mop Top Billy were designed to hold hands when placed side-by-side.

Related Ornaments

Each ornament in this series is based on one of the composition dolls designed by Beatrix Alexander Behrman AKA Madame Alexander.

Description

3rd in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1998
Retail Price: $14.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 3.75" h.
SKU: QX6353
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

NOTE: Mop Top Wendy and Mop Top Billy were designed to hold hands when placed side-by-side.

Coordinating Ornament

Mop Top Billy
Madame Alexander®

Downloads

Related Ornaments

Each ornament in this series is based on one of the composition dolls designed by Beatrix Alexander Behrman AKA Madame Alexander.

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Glorious Angel

Inspired by an exquisite treetopper angel created by Beatrice Alexander Behrman, the “First Lady of Dolls,” this lovely ornament is designed to hang from the branches of your tree or grace a mantel or tabletop. “Glorious Angel” reflects the beauty and elegance of the original Madame Alexander design, in which the wings were shaped from a golden bow.

In future years, this series will feature other elaborately costumed angels from the Madame Alexander collection.

Description

1st in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1998 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $14.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 4" h.
SKU: QX6493
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

Related Ornaments

Each ornament in this series features a different elaborately costumed angel from the Madame Alexander collection.

Description

1st in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1998 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $14.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 4" h.
SKU: QX6493
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

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Alternate Versions

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Each ornament in this series features a different elaborately costumed angel from the Madame Alexander collection.

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Treetop Choir

Christmas joy is sure to come
with carols sweet as these,
sung by such a cheerful choir
high up in the trees!

Description

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1998 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $9.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 2.75" h.
SKU: QX6506
Produced in: India
Production Date(s):

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Description

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1998 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $9.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 2.75" h.
SKU: QX6506
Produced in: India
Production Date(s):

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digital DREAMBOOK Team2026-01-13T17:54:45-06:00July 1st, 1998|

Trimming Santa’s Tree

Keepsake Artist Contributions

Christmas Tree – Robert Chad
Ladder with Holly Leaf Carvings – Duane Unruh
Wood-look Floor and Braided Rug – Dill Rhodus

On Tree:

Angel Tree Topper – Joyce Lyle
Santa Moon Design – Anita Marra Rogers
Candy Cane, Teddy Bear with a Heart, and designs that bring to mind the Clothespin Soldier, Here Comes Santa, Tin Locomotive, Nostalgic Houses and Shops and Rocking Horse Collector’s Series – Linda Sickman
Chipmunk – Ed Seale

Christmas Treasures Surrounding the Tree:

Packages – Patricia Andrews
Puppy Peeking Out of a Gift Box – Katrina Bricker
Horse Pull Toy – LaDene Votruba
Playful Kitten – Anita Marra Rogers
Dollhouse – Ken Crow
Crèche – John “Collin” Francis
Wagon – Tracy Larsen
Dragon in the Wagon – Nina Aubé
Roadster (miniature ornament) – Don Palmiter
Bear Sitting Inside the Roadster – Nello Williams

Elves:

Elf on Ladder – Sue Tague
Elf Holding Ladder – Sharon Pike
Elf Wrapping Gift – Bob Siedler

As a finishing touch to this collaboration, the studio artists’ signatures are printed on the underside of the base along with the date.

Description

Studio Edition
Keepsake Ornament with Display Piece

Santa's elves create a merry scene as they trim a tree for Santa. Just as they use teamwork to get the decorating done before Santa returns from his Christmas Eve deliveries, the Keepsake Ornament Studio Artists have collaborated to create this new Studio Edition.

At the center of the display is a tree trimmed with sculpted miniature designs inspired by past years' ornaments. From these designs to the treasures surrounding the tree, the studio artists have added their own humor, creativity, and personal touches.

Artist: See Keepsake Artist Contributions
Released: 1997 (KOCC Events)
Retail Price: $60.00 USA
Material(s):
Dimensions: 6⅓" h. x 4¼" w.
SKU: QXC5175
Produced in:
Production Date(s):

Coordinating Ornament

Mrs. Claus’s Story
Complements the 1997 Keepsake Ornament Studio Edition Piece

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Description

Studio Edition
Keepsake Ornament with Display Piece
Santa's elves create a merry scene as they trim a tree for Santa. Just as they use teamwork to get the decorating done before Santa returns from his Christmas Eve deliveries, the Keepsake Ornament Studio Artists have collaborated to create this new Studio Edition.

At the center of the display is a tree trimmed with sculpted miniature designs inspired by past years' ornaments. From these designs to the treasures surrounding the tree, the studio artists have added their own humor, creativity, and personal touches.

Artist: See Keepsake Artist Contributions
Released: 1997 (KOCC Events)
Retail Price: $60.00 USA
Material(s):
Dimensions: 6⅓" h. x 4¼" w.
SKU: QXC5175
Produced in:
Production Date(s):

Coordinating Ornament

Mrs. Claus’s Story
Complements the 1997 Keepsake Ornament Studio Edition Piece

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Little Red Riding Hood ~ 1991

Beatrix Alexander Behrman understood that a child’s doll can be a treasured friend. She began designing her exquisite creations in the 1920s and earned the title “First Lady of Dolls.” “Little Red Riding Hood ~ 1991” is from Storyland, her Brother Grimm Series.

Description

2nd in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1997
Retail Price: $14.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 3" w. x 3.375" h.
SKU: QX6155
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

Related Ornaments

Each ornament in this series is based on one of the composition dolls designed by Beatrix Alexander Behrman AKA Madame Alexander.

Description

2nd in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1997
Retail Price: $14.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 3" w. x 3.375" h.
SKU: QX6155
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

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Alternate Versions

Related Ornaments

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Each ornament in this series is based on one of the composition dolls designed by Beatrix Alexander Behrman AKA Madame Alexander.

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Apple Blossom Lane

The Sweet Shoppe’s overflowing
with yummy things to eat,
And the door is always open–
come in and find a treat!

Description

3rd and final in the series

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1997
Retail Price: $8.95
Material(s):
Dimensions: 2.31" h.
SKU: QEO8662
Produced in: Indonesia
Production Date(s):

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Description

3rd and final in the series

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1997
Retail Price: $8.95
Material(s):
Dimensions: 2.31" h.
SKU: QEO8662
Produced in: Indonesia
Production Date(s):

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Santa’s Toy Shop

Keepsake Artist Contributions

Toy Shop Display – Linda Sickman
Table – Robert Chad
Chair and Stool – Ed Seale

On Wall:

Clock – Ken Crow
Tools – Duane Unruh

Elves:

Sweeping Elf – LaDene Votruba
Standing Elf – Don Palmiter
Sewing Elf – Sue Tague
Painting Elf – Nina Aubé

On Table:

Race Car – Bob Siedler
Airplane and Paint Buckets – Patricia Andrews

On Floor:

Mouse with the Dustpan – Sharon Pike
Sweeping Mouse – Patricia Andrews
Cat – Katrina Bricker
Dog – Dill Rhodus
Teddy Bear – Joyce Lyle

Removable Miniature Ornaments

Jack-in-the-box – John “Collin” Francis
Rag Doll – Anita Marra Rogers

There is space on the back of the toy shop that can be used for gathering Keepsake Ornament studio artists’ signatures. Because “Santa’s Toy Shop” is a collaborative work, the Keepsake Ornament studio artists are eligible to sign it. Their signatures, however, are not required to complete this piece.

Description

Keepsake Signature Collection
Keepsake Ornaments with Display Piece

Just like Santa's elves, the Keepsake Ornament studio artists have joined together to create this charming scene depicting "Santa's Toy Shop." In all, seventeen artists contributed to the design, adding humor, nostalgic details and lots of holiday cheer!

"Santa's Toy Shop" is the fourth piece in the Keepsake Signature Collection.

Artist: See Keepsake Artist Contributions
Released: 1996 (KOCC Events)
Retail Price: $60.00 USA
Material(s): composite
Dimensions:
SKU: QXC4201
Produced in:
Production Date(s):

Coordinating Ornament

Toy Shop Santa
Complements the 1996 Keepsake Signature Collection Piece

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Description

Keepsake Signature Collection
Keepsake Ornaments with Display Piece
Just like Santa's elves, the Keepsake Ornament studio artists have joined together to create this charming scene depicting "Santa's Toy Shop." In all, seventeen artists contributed to the design, adding humor, nostalgic details and lots of holiday cheer!

"Santa's Toy Shop" is the fourth piece in the Keepsake Signature Collection.

Artist: See Keepsake Artist Contributions
Released: 1996 (KOCC Events)
Retail Price: $60.00 USA
Material(s): composite
Dimensions:
SKU: QXC4201
Produced in:
Production Date(s):

Coordinating Ornament

Toy Shop Santa
Complements the 1996 Keepsake Signature Collection Piece

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Cinderella-1995

As a little girl living above her father’s doll “hospital,” Madame Alexander (Beatrix Alexander Behrman) became fascinated with fashion dolls at an early age. With her three sisters, she began designing handmade cloth dolls in the 1920s. By the 1930s, she was creating composition dolls with painted features and sleep eyes.

“Cinderella-1995” is the latest of the many lovely Cinderella dolls which have appeared in Madame Alexander collections since 1937. In future years this Keepsake Ornament series will offer other designs from the “First Lady of Dolls.”

Description

1st in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1996
Retail Price: $14.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 3.5" h.
SKU: QX6311
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

Related Ornaments

Each ornament in this series is based on one of the composition dolls designed by Beatrix Alexander Behrman AKA Madame Alexander.

Description

1st in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 1996
Retail Price: $14.95 USA
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 3.5" h.
SKU: QX6311
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

Related Ornaments

Alternate Versions

Related Ornaments

Downloads

Related Ornaments

Each ornament in this series is based on one of the composition dolls designed by Beatrix Alexander Behrman AKA Madame Alexander.

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