i’m in search of this specific precious moments unicorn necklace, i know some people online have seen it in their kohls, tjmaxx, or ross. it’s sold out everywhere online and i am looking to either buy it second hand or if you have it in your local store, pay to have it shipped to me, any tips would be very appreciated
So I have been lucky enough to locate the matching toybox that I had with this set, however I can't find any information about this table anywhere other than it is called
Precious moments baby collection
I know this isn't the best picture, but it's all I have.
If anyone has this table, could you possibly comment a picture of the image printed on the table please?
Thanks in advance!
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As you may have read in my earlier posts, I have spent the last 30+ years gathering thousands of antiques and collectibles. Last week, I began the journey of gradually sharing my collection with the community. My very first post introduced my background and why I started collecting, followed by three detailed posts in the antiques section showcasing three specific sets of Chinese antiques. Today, I am expanding my sharing into the collectibles and Asian culture spaces. While my previous posts focused on historical antiques, this post spotlights a deeply nostalgic set of collectibles that holds immense sentimental value for my family.
I am an Asian American scientific researcher and research engineer. After obtaining my PhD in electrical engineering in 1991 and completing a year and a half of postdoctoral research, I was the definition of a typical "STEM guy"—completely accustomed to rigorous logic and rational thinking.
My wife, on the other hand, is the exact opposite. She has studied art since childhood, operates with an emotional mindset, and possesses a sharp artistic intuition. Out of love, two people with vastly different personalities came together. To keep our love fresh and vibrant, I realized I needed to break out of my rigid "STEM guy" mindset and move closer to her world. I decided to cultivate a hobby we could share. By searching for unique, interesting objects, I naturally opened the door to the world of collecting.
When I first entered this field, I quickly learned the Chinese collector's proverb: “The water runs deep and treacherous.” As a newcomer, it is inevitable to pay "tuition" (making costly mistakes) and experience “dayan” (being deceived by fakes). But in my opinion, making mistakes isn't scary. The key lies in maintaining a heart of humility and a commitment to self-correction. In fact, life itself is no different: as long as you hold onto these two mindsets, anything can be accomplished. Collecting, in essence, is a spiritual practice centered on the heart. It taught me “Duan She Li” (the art of decluttering and emotional detachment)—a profound life lesson.
To build a strong foundation in our early days of marriage, I began collecting items specifically for her. Today, I want to share a particularly nostalgic set from our journey: our "Precious Moments" Porcelain Figurines.
Most of these pieces were acquired during our early years. My wife was incredibly fond of them when she was young, back when collecting them was highly popular among young women. At $10 to $30 a piece back then, they were the ultimate birthday gifts. Today, they carry our most beautiful memories.
Designed by Samuel Butcher, these matte porcelain bisque figurines are instantly recognizable by their iconic "tear-drop eyes." Our collection features classic pieces like The Vessel of Friendship Never Drifts Away (the 1985 boating edition seen in the front) and Sewing Basket / Dear Mother (the 1979 embroidery edition). While their monetary value isn't high today, their emotional significance makes them a priceless archive of our family history.
Even with sentimental items, the researcher in me loves the details. The tiny stamped symbols on the bottom of each figurine (like an olive branch, cedar tree, or snowflake) signify the exact production year. The bases also display the official title, artist signature, and production trademarks (like Enesco), which are crucial for verifying the specific editions.
I look forward to sharing more stories of "paying my tuition" in the future! I'd love to know—did anyone else or their partners collect these back in the day?
I can't find it on sale anywhere? And I'm just wondering if it has any value.
Is anybody interested in trading either for one or both of these figures if they have the piece called: “To My Deer Friend”
The following pieces would be up for trade, I’ve desperately been seeking the deer piece out and if anyone is interested, please let me know
If you find one you like point it out and I’ll lyk the price, I can even add one of the smaller ones if the price is right
my grandma passed recently and i was wondering how to fix her hair she had a lol of precious moments dolls and I want to do right by her
happy 1 year anniversary of me collecting !! 🎉
so cute , never seen these posters before. does anybody have advice for cleaning it off ?
Little girl at the table has some scuffs that I need to get ride of on her hair.
Can somone PLEASE help me find the November topaz perfume bottle by Precious Moments from 1997? Every post I find online its already been sold. I’ve been searching high and low, and I’m always in thrift stores hoping I’ll come across it. I can not find one for the life of me. It’s important to me because I had one as a child and I lost it, would love another one. I’d be willing to pay a decent amount of money, if anyone knows where I can find one, or currently has one they would be willing to part with. Thank you!!