{"title":"Vintage Soft Golly Dolls – Handmade Cloth Collectables","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoft Golly dolls have been part of British textile craft for generations, often handmade in small batches with stitched features, bright fabrics and distinctive outfits. Many were created by home crafters or small makers throughout the mid‑20th century, giving each doll its own personality and charm. This collection brings together a range of sizes and styles — from bean‑filled figures to miniature keyrings — all chosen for their craftsmanship, character and nostalgic appeal. Every doll is photographed clearly with full condition notes so collectors can browse with confidence\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-handmade-cloth-golly-doll-44cm-collectable-golly","title":"Vintage Handmade Cloth Doll – 44cm Collectable Golly","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming vintage handmade cloth Golly doll standing 44cm high, dressed in its original textured red‑orange jumper, green fuzzy trousers, checked bow tie and colourful braces. The doll has stitched features, soft frizzy hair and black shoes with stitched soles, giving it real character and the warm, handcrafted feel typical of mid‑century cloth dolls. It displays beautifully and remains a lovely example of traditional textile craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandmade Vintage Cloth Dolls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMid‑century cloth dolls were often produced in small workshops or as skilled home craft, using textured fabrics, bright colours and expressive stitched faces. Their appeal lies in their individuality — no two are ever quite the same — and the nostalgic charm of handmade toys from an era before mass‑production dominated the market. Larger examples around 40–45cm, especially those retaining their original clothing, are particularly collectable today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage and Nostalgic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53302102360403,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/9777\/1603\/files\/Vintage_44cm_handmade_cloth_doll.jpg?v=1774020653"},{"product_id":"vintage-handmade-golly-doll-cloth-collectable-with-original-outfit","title":"Vintage Handmade Golly Doll – Cloth Collectable with Original Outfit","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming vintage handmade 33cm Golly doll dressed in its original red jacket, checked scarf, beige trousers and white shoes. The doll features stitched facial details, soft textured hair and classic button accents, giving it the warm, handcrafted character associated with mid‑century cloth dolls. It displays beautifully and remains a lovely example of traditional textile toy‑making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandmade Vintage Cloth Dolls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMid‑century cloth dolls were often produced in small workshops or as skilled home craft, using bright fabrics, expressive stitched faces and distinctive outfits. Their appeal lies in their individuality — each one slightly different — and the nostalgic charm of handmade toys from an era before mass‑production. Examples around 30–35cm with original clothing are especially collectable today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage and Nostalgic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53302174318931,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/9777\/1603\/files\/Vintage_Handmade_Golly_Doll.jpg?v=1774021025"},{"product_id":"vintage-handmade-golly-doll-cloth-collectable","title":"Vintage Handmade Golly Doll – Cloth Collectable","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming vintage handmade 32cm Golly doll dressed in a patterned green shirt with orange detailing, light yellow neck bow, beige trousers and black shoes. The doll features stitched facial details, soft textured yarn hair and contrasting white hands, giving it the warm, handcrafted character associated with mid‑century cloth dolls. It displays beautifully and remains a lovely example of traditional textile toy‑making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandmade Vintage Cloth Dolls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMid‑century cloth dolls were often produced in small workshops or as skilled home craft, using bright fabrics, expressive stitched faces and distinctive outfits. Their appeal lies in their individuality — each one slightly different — and the nostalgic charm of handmade toys from an era before mass‑production. Examples around 30–35cm with original clothing are especially collectable today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage and Nostalgic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53302223012179,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/9777\/1603\/files\/Vintage_Handmade_Golly_Soft_Doll.jpg?v=1774021199"},{"product_id":"velveteen-bean-bear-company-bean-filled-golly","title":"Velveteen Bean Bear Company Bean‑Filled Golly – 21cm Vintage Cloth Doll","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely 21cm bean‑filled Golly doll made by The Velveteen Bean Bear Company, featuring stitched facial details, soft textured hair and a classic handmade outfit. The doll is weighted with beans for a pleasing feel and stable seated display. Dressed in its original coordinated clothing, it has the warm, handcrafted charm associated with small‑batch textile makers and remains a delightful collectable example of the company’s work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVelveteen Bean Bear Company Dolls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Velveteen Bean Bear Company produced a range of handcrafted soft toys and bean‑filled figures, known for their expressive stitched faces, quality fabrics and traditional styling. Their smaller dolls, typically around 20–25cm, are especially popular with collectors for their tactile weight, nostalgic appeal and display versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage and Nostalgic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53302343205203,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/9777\/1603\/files\/Vintage_21cm_bean_filled_Golly_doll.jpg?v=1774021563"},{"product_id":"vintage-golly-keyring-14cm-cloth-collectable","title":"Vintage Golly Keyring – 14cm Cloth Collectable","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage 14cm Golly keyring dressed in a red jacket, striped trousers, white shirt and matching bow tie. The doll features stitched facial details, soft textured hair and a metal keychain attachment at the top. There is a slight split to the fabric on the lower trouser leg, as pictured, which needs a small repair, and the tag is worn. Despite this, it remains a charming and displayable example of a classic cloth keyring doll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVintage Cloth Keyring Dolls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloth keyring dolls were popular novelty items from the late 20th century, often handmade or produced in small batches with bright fabrics, stitched features and miniature outfits. Their appeal lies in their portability, characterful styling and nostalgic charm. Examples around 12–15cm with original clothing remain collectable today, especially when paired with other small textile figures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage and Nostalgic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53302368895315,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/9777\/1603\/files\/Vintage_Golly_Keyring_14cm_Cloth_Collectable.jpg?v=1774022436"},{"product_id":"vintage-handmade-golly-doll-21cm-cloth-collectable","title":"Vintage Handmade Golly Doll – 21cm Cloth Collectable","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming vintage handmade 21cm Golly doll dressed in a red top with a red‑and‑white checked pinafore dress featuring small floral detailing. The doll has stitched facial features, blue button eyes, soft yarn hair styled in braids and a matching red neck bow. It displays beautifully and has the warm, handcrafted character typical of mid‑century cloth dolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandmade Vintage Cloth Dolls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMid‑century cloth dolls were often produced in small workshops or as skilled home craft, using bright fabrics, expressive stitched faces and distinctive outfits. Their appeal lies in their individuality — each one slightly different — and the nostalgic charm of handmade toys from an era before mass‑production. Smaller examples around 20–25cm with original clothing remain popular with collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage and Nostalgic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53302382920019,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/9777\/1603\/files\/Vintage_21cm_Golly_Doll.jpg?v=1774022705"},{"product_id":"golly-doll-large-65cm-vintage-display-doll","title":"Golly Doll – Large 65cm Vintage Display Doll","description":"\u003cp\u003eA large 65cm vintage Golly doll dressed in the classic outfit of bright jacket, striped trousers and bow tie. This oversized format has real presence and makes an eye‑catching display piece for collectors who enjoy the textile and soft‑toy side of Golly memorabilia.\u003cbr\u003eThe doll retains its traditional styling with stitched features, soft body construction and bold colours typical of mid‑late 20th‑century examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLarge Golly Dolls \u0026amp; Textile Collectibles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger Golly dolls were produced in a range of sizes and outfits, often sold as decorative pieces rather than toys. 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