Carmel Doll Shop

Please enjoy the new Spring Virtual Tour of Carmel Doll Shop that Samantha, our Web Mistress, has created for you.

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Now, more about Carmel Doll Shop
and Michael and David' s accomplishments over their nearly twenty years in business.

One of the creations that we are most well known for is the 1997 production of the video "The Romance", a musical, lushly romantic tale that features French Fashion dolls in the roles of actors and actresses.

Then, there are those of you who remember "Mother's Little Angels", starring those devilish little rascals "Max and Moritz".

	Michael and David are founding members of the Carmel Doll and Toy Study Group, a club with affiliation within the international organization, the United Federation of Doll Clubs.
An excerpt from Doll News, Fall 2005... "...the Award for Exhibit of Dolls was bestowed on two members from Region 2-North this year, Michael Canadas and David Robinson, whose standard of excellence is legendary. An exhibit of dolls for the purpose of study and appreciation can require years of planning. In conjunction with the 2004 UFDC convention, this year's honorees mounted a magnificent exhibit of French fashion dolls, accessories, clothing and furniture at the Toy and Miniature Museum of Kansas City. The dolls for the exhibit at the museum were gathered from many collectors around the United States, and after the exhibit closed, the nominees traveled around the country again to return them to their owners. The honorees have presented many seminars, exhibits and special programs at UFDC conventions, conferences and doll clubs."

A recent achievement, and one of which we are very proud, is the Souvenir Journal that we designed and edited for the UFDC's 57th National Convention that was held in Dallas, Texas in 2006.
Inspired by the convention's theme "Tell Me A Story" we asked guest authors to contribute doll-related stories with one stipulation – all were required to begin with the words "Once upon a time...". Our writer friends did not disappoint and our journal was met with great enthusiasm by the UFDC membership.

Additionally, we are honored to be included in the recently released publication entitled –"The Specialty Shop", a new book by author Dorothy Finell.
In her very informative and idea-inspiring work she writes:
"The Carmel Doll Shop is a world of enchantment, like walking into a dollhouse filled with antique dolls, dollhouses and doll clothes. The other-worldly ambience of the shop is enhanced by unique displays, that interwoven with one another, produce a world of magic in this niche business".

Carmel Doll Shop
is a member of NADDA, the National Antique Doll Dealers Association, abides by the organization's Code of Ethics and participates in its national shows.

Carmel Doll Shop advertises regularly in Antique DOLL Collector Magazine, where readers can enjoy articles from Michael's collecting perspective in "From The Doll Cabinet".

Above is a very small sampling of some of the marvelous dolls that have passed through the door of
Carmel Doll Shop

It is our goal to offer here on these pages, antique dolls and assorted merchandise that will inspire and delight you. We hope to earn your confidence. We understand your time is valuable...we want you to enjoy your visits here. In order for you to visit often, we realize that we must keep the site up-to-date, freshly stocked and looking its best. That is our pledge.
We welcome your comments and suggestions.

Please email us at: michaelndavid@carmeldollshop.com

When visiting the Central Coast region of California, please include Carmel Doll Shop in your plans. The Monterey Peninsula is located two hours south of San Francisco and five and one-half hours north of Los Angeles. We are located in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, on the east side of Lincoln Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues, within Lincoln Court. Please click here for a map of our location
	*Our hours of operation are:* Monday through Thursday, 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Friday & Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday 12:00pm to 5:00pm
	Shop Phone: (831) 625-5360
	*Mailing Address:* Carmel Doll Shop P.O. Box 7198 Carmel, CA 93921

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VISIT!

Photo by Sal Santamaura	Welcome to www.carmeldollshop.com! Carmel Doll Shop was founded in 1989 in the village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, by antiques dealers Michael Canadas and David Robinson. Please click here to view scenes of Carmel, a beautiful village by the sea...through our eyes.
Over the years, the shop has become known for stocking high-quality merchandise in a beautiful, imaginative setting. Special emphasis is always placed on attractive display, because we feel a visit to Carmel Doll Shop should be an inspiration to collectors. It is also our sincere wish to convey that magical atmosphere here, on our web site.