Why are they called Cabbage Patch dolls?
Why are they called Cabbage Patch dolls? Each doll came with a birth certificate, adoption papers, and a name pulled from 1938 Georgia birth records. Roberts finally licensed the doll to toy manufacturer Coleco in 1982. He changed the name to Cabbage Patch Kids, based on the childhood fable that new babies were plucked from cabbage gardens.
What size are Cabbage Patch dolls?
The standard Cabbage Patch Kid is 16 inches tall. Their neck measures 8 1/4 inches. Their waist measures just about 10 1/2 inches.
How are Cabbage Patch Kids born?
Otis Lee explained Cabbage Patch Kids are kids and babies of all sizes and shapes that are born in the secret cabbage patch. The Bunnybees flying all around sprinkle magic crystal dust on the mother cabbages and that magic causes Cabbage Patch Kids to be born in the Cabbage Patch.
Do Cabbage Patch dolls have names?
The dolls became a popular toy because of the unique adoption process which made it personal and special. Each doll came with their own unique name and birth certificate. Names could be officially changed but it was a process and this added to their charm.
