Release Date: March 20, 2016 | Dimensions: from 1.25″ W x 2.75″ H x 1.25″ D to 4″ W x 7″ H x 4″ D | Product Type: Handmade, knitted and beaded doll with braided hair | Material(s): cloth, beads, gilded jewelry | Item Model Number: TRHD003A/B/C/D/E | Recommended Age: 3 Years and Older (with supervision) | Origin: Made in South Africa | Weight: 0.2 lbs | Domestic Shipping: Item can be shipped within U.S. | International Shipping: Item can be shipped outside the U.S., quote may be adjusted based on package weight (email notice provided in these cases) | Delivery Method: USPS Flat Rate Shipping (domestic), USPS First-Class Package International Service (outside the U.S.)
About the Product
Word of Raisa’s recent excursion to Ghana in the western region of Africa seems to have traveled quickly across the continent to its southernmost ports. In South Africa, in the markets of Pretoria and other cities, adorable dolls that bear a striking resemblance to our lovable Spanish wondergirl can be found. They are made to honor a great communicator with sound judgment. Sound familiar? Like the “Tabby Richmond” rag doll and “Tabby Juliaca” finger puppet, this line of dolls also fits in the satchel that comes with our Explorer Kit. These dolls are a limited find and not regularly stocked. Grab them while you can!
Artisan Background
This product is handmade by female artisans near Pretoria, South Africa. They are knitted in cloth and beaded by the southern Ndebele (pronounced Un-DAY-bell-eh) people. They are as colorful as those who make them. Bold motifs and intricate beading have been popular in this region for many generations. Your purchase helps these remarkable women to earn a livelihood. The design reminds us of our lead explorer in our book series, Raisa (a.k.a. “Tabby”).
Care and Cleaning:
Dab and wipe clean with a moist cloth, with or without using hand soap. Do not use rinse. Do not use brushes or any other abrasive surface to clean as this will fray the yarn. Do not place the product in a washing machine cycle. Do not place in a drying machine cycle or blow dry. Open air drying only. Knitted and beaded goods are otherwise susceptible to shrinkage, breakage of beads, or other damage.
Refund/Exchange Policy
Due to the material used in manufacturing and related sanitary concerns, this is not a physical product that can be returned.
