I've heard that it's a requirement for overseas shipping. Everything has to be anchored in and down and nothing can move. I don't know that his is entirely true because I do know that Genes are usually gently tied in their boxes with just a ribbon, so maybe it has something to do with the dolls are considered toys for children--even if the packages do say "recommended for collectors 14 years and older." Pat Brown

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From: pa_nz@

To: Candi Dolls

Sent: Wednesday, July 17, 2002 7:29 PM

Subject: Deboxing

Hi,
I agree with Kathy, I think Mattel ties dolls in tighter than a drum! I bought two bridal collector series dolls for their dresses and it was a tug of war getting the dolls deboxed and free of their clothes and accessories. I think a broke a sweat working at it. Why do they do that?

Robin