The back of the Dixie Diner box shows the various characters and extra accessories.
Monthly Archives: June 2015
The Dixie Diner Playset
The Dixie Diner Playset, Tyco, 1988, 15 x 10 in., plastic, with optional extras, include a counter and three stools that swivel. Doors and windows open and close. Other accessories include the juke box and the booth set. Frankie and Barbara Ann are shown. Other figures include Patty, Bobby, Darla, Peggy Sue, and Dotty. All have magnetic shoes so they can stand.
Jem and the Holograms Dolls
Besides many musical instruments and accessories, Jem and the Holograms also had a fancy car. Note the Jem hood ornament!
Jem and Rio Dolls
Jem and her road manager Rio in Flash and Sizzle outfits.
My Daughter’s Jem Collection
My daughter in Florida sent some photos of Jem from her collection.
Holograms: Pizzazz, two Kimbers, Jem, Aja, and Stormer
Various hair colors and flashy outfits made the Holograms and their rival band the Misfits “truly outrageous.” Left to right: Pizzazz, two Kimbers, Jem, Aja, and Stormer.
P. J. Sparkles
P. J. Sparkles, 16 in., 1988 by Mattel, is five-jointed hard vinyl. Her painted eyes have small sparkles in them. A battery lights up her hair bow, earrings, bracelet, and the heart on her chest.
Jem and Her Rock Band
Jem and her rock band members, 12 in. by Hasbro, 1985-1986, were first seen in a TV cartoon series, Jem and the Holograms. They are all vinyl with eight joints, rooted hair and painted hair.
Real Suntan Secrets
Real Suntan Secrets by Creata, 1988, 11.5 in., has a six-jointed body with bendable legs. When put in the sun her skin tone grows darker in just a few minutes. To restore the light tone, the doll may be placed in a dark location for an hour. She is boxed with a deck chair, sun glasses, brush, and tattoos. The box includes a warning for the doll’s owner to use sunscreen etc.
