Where to buy 18” dolls in Edmonton

American Girl Dolls, Maplelea Girls, Jersey Girl Dolls, Our Generation Dolls … whatever name they go by, they all have one thing in common – they’re 18” dolls that kids can’t get enough of. These realistic-looking toys have grown in popularity, and it’s no surprise why: They promote imagination, teach kids about different cultures and periods of history, and offer accessories to play with, making for endless hours of fun.

By Jennifer Lavallee

Mastermind Toys

1

222 Baseline Road, Calgary, AB T2Y 2Z9

• Phone Number
  • 780-449-3155Primary
• Directions

Located in Sherwood Park (along with two other locations in Edmonton), Mastermind Toys has a good selection of Our Generation Dolls, including outfits, accessories, furniture and the dolls themselves. Our Generation Doll price range is on the more affordable side, meaning you don’t have to feel guilty for splurging on a few items for your kids’ littlest best friend.

Toys "R" Us

2

3940 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, AB T6J 5H2

• Phone Number
  • 780-944-9424Primary
• Directions

Toy’s R Us’ version of the 18” doll is called Jersey Girl Dolls. Like the other brands, these dolls come available with a variety of outfits, accessories, furniture and carriers. If you are shopping for someone who has an 18” doll, but not a Jersey Girl brand doll, remember: The accessories and furniture fit the different brands too. At Toys R Us’ affordable prices, you won’t break the bank adding some bling to someone special’s doll.

Michaels

3

13640 137th Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 5G6

• Phone Number
  • 780-456-4650Primary
• Directions

While Michaels is a craft supply store, it does have a wide selection of other non-craft products as well. Luckily for anyone shopping for a child with an 18” doll, Michaels has a small section in their stores dedicated to doll clothing and accessories (like glasses, undergarments and shoes). The price point at Michaels is very affordable – somewhere a kid can actually go to spend their own pocket money they’ve saved up for their special doll.

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Chapters

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1384-8882 170 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4J2

• Phone Number
  • 780-444-2555Primary
• Directions

Home to perhaps the most famous 18” dolls on the market, you can now shop for American Girl Dolls, books and accessories right at the Chapters in West Edmonton Mall. The American Girl Doll specialty boutique at this location even offers shoppers the ability to book in at the “spa” to get their doll a new hairstyle or their ears pierced. The store also has available special events and programs throughout the year.

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Jennifer Lavallee is a professional freelance writer. She is a regular contributor to the Morinville News and to magazines published in Alberta. Jennifer is the co-creator of Third Verb, a writing workshop business in Edmonton. She lives with her three kids, husband and a wiener dog named Bruce in a town just outside the city.

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