Barbie Basics You Create Neutral Kits

The back of the box of Barbie Basics You Create Neutral Kit 001 illustrates the doll, the three extra heads, the clothing, and the accessories that are in this kit.

The Barbie Basics You Create Neutral Kits 001, 002, and 003 include a customizable Barbie in each kit, universal-fit neutral clothing and accessories, one posable body of a different size in each kit, and three extra swappable heads as illustrated below with buy links to Amazon and Target. At the time of this post, the dolls are shown as "currently not available" on Amazon, but the buy pages are active on Target (if you choose to buy from that site). The dolls will be available to non-Barbie 59 Club members on 1/21/2026 at around 7 a.m. PST, but if you're a Barbie 59 Club member, they can be ordered now (1/20/2026) at MattelCreations.com. Kit prices are $50.99 (Target) and $54 (Mattel Creations).

Amazon Buy Links (to use when the dolls become available on this site):

Kit 1: https://amzn.to/45kzN6X

Kit 2: https://amzn.to/4t7Cpzp

Kit 3: https://amzn.to/4bHSRjk 

Target Links:

Kit 001: https://www.target.com/p/barbie-you-create---01-fashion-doll/-/A-94760198

Kit 002: https://www.target.com/p/barbie-you-create---02-fashion-doll/-/A-94760172

Kit 003: https://www.target.com/p/barbie-you-create-03-fashion-doll/-/A-1003836411?fbclid=IwY2xjawPcrlVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5YnNpUDZuWXN6bXhHZ2dZc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHi3C1jeeKb3YyQdbdGPykpSeCvFA5_FfxKh7yc9rJF_o9PUpzNx7drwP1vUp_aem_rvF5jjZoEV_CAMXgnQ8WWA

Kit Photos (from the Internet):

Kit 001: Model of the Moment Nichelle, Mermaid, and Lara are the head sculpts used in this kit. The body type is Made to Move Tall. The skin tone matches Barbie Basics 2026 Series Petite Doll (JJX27)

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Kit 002: Tango, Elle, and Pazette are the head sculpts used in this kit. The body type is Made to Move Athletic. The skin tone matches Barbie Basics 2026 Series Curvy Doll (JJX28)

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Kit 003: Fryda, Millie, and Olivia are the head sculpts in this. The body is Curvy. The skin tone matches Barbie Basics 2026 Series Original Doll (JJX25).

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Dressing Detroit Goodfellows Dolls

One of 30+ dolls dressed by the Motor City Doll Club of Detroit for Detroit Goodfellows 

I have been an active associate member of the Motor City Doll Club of Detroit since 2012. Through the club’s annual donation of approximately 30 doll outfits to Detroit Goodfellows, I regularly contribute identical fashions for the 17-inch dolls distributed by Detroit Goodfellows for Christmas to children in need. One of the outfits I contributed in 2025 is worn by one of the Detroit Goodfellows dolls dressed by MCDC.

MCDC members had a doll dressing get together before the dolls were transferred back to Detroit Goodfellows. My donated doll fashions (dressed by fellow MCDC members because of my long-distance absence) was awarded Best Dressed among 7,500 judged dolls!

I was surprised to learn of this honor at our last club meeting on January 18, 2025, which I attended virtually. It gives me great pleasure to know that these annual donations go toward making Christmas bright for children in need who reside in metro Detroit. I am deeply touched that the three identical fashions I donated for 2025 won Best Dressed!

The Motor City Doll Club of Detroit is a nonprofit (501) (3) organization under the umbrella of United Federation of Doll Clubs, dedicated to celebrating the rich history and cultural significance of  dolls with a special interest on Black dolls. Visit the Motor City Doll Club of Detroit Facebook page here. Learn about Goodfellows Detroit here.

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Autistic Barbie in Real Pictures

Barbie Fashionista #245 represents a person with autism.

Barbie Fashionista #245 represents a person with autism.

I ordered Barbie Fashionista #245, Autistic Barbie, from Walmart's website after signing up for a 30-day free trial of Walmart+. The trial includes free delivery for qualifying items with a minimum purchase of $35. The doll and the other items I ordered arrived within three hours of placing the order.

This Barbie has a new head sculpt, wears noise-cancelling headphones, and has a plastic tablet with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) app symbols. 

Barbie holds a pink fidget spinner.

The noise-canceling headphones, the fidget spinner, and the tablet with AAC app symbols are all designed to aid sensory processing and communication. Barbie has an ambiguous ethnicity, wears sensory-friendly clothing, and has flexible elbow and wrist joints for "stimming."

Online Buy Links:

Amazon

Walmart

If you'd like to add this doll to your collection or purchase it for someone else, please do not pay more than retail, which is around $11 to $12. Scalpers already have online listings for multiple times the doll's retail cost. 

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The first-ever autistic Barbie

The autism infinity symbol represents the infinite diversity, potential, and acceptance within the autism spectrum.

In Barbie News:

See Mattel's announcement here. 

CNN's autistic Barbie cover story features a mother and daughter (Precious Hill and Mikko) with whom Mattel has partnered, who are both on the spectrum. See Ms. Hill's Instagram announcement of this partnership here. 

Barbie Fashionista #245 can be purchased on Amazon and Walmart. Other retailers, both online and locally, will have it soon. 

Barbie Fashionista #229 Down Syndrome Barbie is still available. 

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Black Doll Designers at the Strong Museum

Photo credit: themuseumofplay.org

"Learn about the pivotal role that Black designers have played in diversifying toy aisles in Black Doll Designers, open on the museum’s first floor (near The Strong Express Train)." 

The Strong Museum of National Play

One Manhattan Square

Rochester, New York 14607

+1 (585) 263-2700

info@museumofplay.org 

Read more here.

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Opal Lee Inspiring Women Barbie

Dr. Opal Lee admires a showcase of Black dolls at the 2024 Queenish Black Dolls Showcase in Lancaster, Texas, as I and others look on.

A recent online buzz about Barbies planned for 2026 includes a portrait doll of the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," Dr. Opal Lee. A former educator, Dr. Lee's tireless and passionate civil rights work culminated in Juneteenth becoming a national holiday, signed into legislation by President Joe Biden in 2021.  

While official information from Mattel is pending, the online buzz projects the release of the Opal Lee Barbie during Black History Month. It is unknown if the doll will be a one-of-a-kind or mass-produced. I am keeping my fingers crossed for a mass-produced doll.

Navigate here to view images of the proposed doll.

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Happy New Year

Happy New Year, Black Doll Collecting Blog readers!

Rerooted Barbie Basics #3

Happy New Year! As we step into 2026, I’m grateful for the visitors and friends who stop by to read my doll musings, who share a love for Black dolls and the stories they carry. May the coming year bring you meaningful finds, joyful displays, and deeper appreciation for the beauty, heritage, and representation these dolls embody. Thank you for reading, supporting, and celebrating with me. I look forward to a wonderful 2026 and wish the same for you and yours! 

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