Phantom of the Opera by Steiff (EAN 037184)

Last night we received in our shipment from Steiff which included the incredible Phantom of the Opera (EAN 037184). These were ordered months ago, and we were somewhat disappointed that they did not arrive in time for Christmas ordering, but then again, good things come to those who wait, right?

This wonderful brown mohair teddy bear comes from a limited edition of 2000 pieces worldwide. His nose and bear claws are embroidered by hand, and he has a mask and a rose embroidered on his black velvet cape.

As Steiff says, "there is a secret hidden deep down inside of him". If you talk to this Teddy Bear he will play you one of seven emotional tunes from the Phantom of the Opera musical and you can actually choose which tune you would like to hear. In his tummy, he has an exclusively developed voice-controlled music box. You can even adjust the volume by your voice also. This teddy bear, of course, understands both English and German.

Quote of the Day - "Happiness is a small and unworthy goal for something as big and fancy as a whole lifetime, and should be taken in small doses. " - Russell Baker

Madame Alexander's Madeline Doll (18-inch Cloth) Is Back in Stock

We hope that all of you are enjoying this wonderful holiday season, and are able to take a few moments to embrace the true meaning of Christmas.

Several customers have contacted us recently inquiring when the Madame Alexander 18-inch cloth doll, Madeline, will be back in stock. We are happy to let you know that we received in our shipment today. She has certainly been on the must have list for several little girls and doll collectors this year!

As always, please do not hesitate to give us a call or email us if you are looking for something that you don't see on the site. We will do our best to try and find it for you.

Happy Holiday Shopping!

Quote of the Day - "They say it is better to be poor and happy than rich and miserable, but how about a compromise like moderately rich and just moody?" - Princess Diana :)

Marie Osmond 100 Years of Kisses Has Arrived

We are excited to announce that we have received in a limited supply of Marie Osmond's "100 Years of (Hershey's) Kisses" dolls.

These adorable dolls commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Hershey's Kiss chocolate. When these irresistible chocolate candies were introduced back in 1907 each and every Hershey's Kiss was hand-wrapped.

100 Years of Kisses comes dressed in a chocolate brown satin dress with royal blue sleeve insets and netting. A silver and royal blue ribbon is tied around her waist, as well as her cute brunette pigtails. She holds a Hershey's Kiss in the palm of her hand and has that same cute look on her face as all of Marie's Hershey's Chocolate porcelain dolls. Incidentally, every Hershey's chocolate doll that Marie Osmond Dolls produces is sculpted by the very talented doll artist, Ping Lau.

We here at Beacon's Glow Collectibles are curious if Marie will introduce a 100 Years of Kisses Tiny Tot in the upcoming year.

Quote of the Day - "We can dream of accomplishments and visualize success, but perseverance makes our goals come alive." - Anonymous

Why Consumers Prefer to Shop Online Rather Than in Stores During the Holiday Season

The National Retail Federation (NRF) is the world's largest retail association. Its members include department store, specialty, discount, catalog, Internet, and independent retailers, and chain restaurants and grocery stores. Their predictions and reports are highly regarded amongst both small and large retail businesses. According to the NRF, these are the top reasons that consumers prefer to shop online, rather than in stores, during the holidays:

1. To avoid crowds (#1 reason)
2. More convenient to shop online
3. To avoid lines at the store
4. Easier to compare prices
5. Easier to find items online
6. Easier to compare products
7. Better Variety online
8. High gas prices

We found this interesting and hope that you will also.

Quote of the Day - "Achievement is not measured by heights attained but by obstacles overcome." - Anonymous

Marie Osmond Dolls Price Match Guarantee with QVC

We here at Beacon's Glow Collectibles wanted to let all of you Marie Osmond Doll fans know that we will always match the price on any Marie Osmond Doll that QVC has to offer.

If you see a doll on QVC that you are interested in and we currently have that doll, please don't hesitate to email us (info@beaconsglow.com) or give us a call at 512-990-9881 and we will immediately match the price for that doll.

Please note that we have been informed by several doll collectors that QVC charges sales tax on all doll purchases. As mandated by the State of Texas, Beacon's Glow Collectibles only charges sales tax on orders placed in Texas.

We are receiving in Marie's new dolls on a weekly basis. It looks like Charisma Brands, the distributor of Marie's dolls, is streamlining their doll distribution after having some challenges after their warehouse move from California to Maryland. This is certainly welcome news as the wait for new doll arrivals this past summer was a bit lengthy.

Quote of the Day - "Achievement is not measured by heights attained, but by obstacles overcome." - Anonymous

Clean Sweep #2 Closeout Sale Now in Progress at Beacon's Glow Collectibles

Beacon's Glow Collectibles is holding their second of several "Clean Sweep" Closeout Sales. For a limited time, all prices on Precious Moments (PMC) Dolls are drastically reduced.

Look for the image above on our homepage to access this sale directly.

Please shop early to get the best selection, and stay tuned for further Clean Sweep Closeout Sales.

Quote of the Day - "Perfection requires practice, patience, persistence, and pride." - Anonymous

Marie Osmond Rosebud Ornaments

Beacon's Glow Collectibles is expanding their Marie Osmond inventory to include Marie's Rosebud Ornaments.

Each ornament is approximately 5 inches and consists of a circle decorated in ribbons and roses with a Rosebud doll bust attached. These adorable ornaments can either be hung by the attached ribbon or set on a table as the base of the doll is flat and suitable for display.

Additionally, each ornament is hallmarked with Marie's signature and hand-numbered on the back of her neck. The card inside included with each doll reads as follows: "Marie Osmond is pleased to offer a series of porcelain rose-inspired doll ornaments that will have your holidays "coming up roses!" Each ornament reflects the beauty, colorization, and essence of the actual rose it's named after to fill your home with beauty throughout the holidays and all year long."

We expect to be receiving in the rest of Marie's Rosebud ornaments in the next several weeks.

Absolutely perfect for that holiday tree of yours, or as a nice ornament to hang in a window or sit in a special place.

Quote of the Day - "Ability backed by a commitment to excellence overcomes any challenge."
- Anonymous