Born in Dover Deleware I've spent most of my life in California. I started collecting Himstedt dolls in 1994 upon the release of Melvin. From then on I was hooked and have since anticipated each years new releases to see what new innovations and fantasic sculpts Annettte would produce.

Now that Annette Himstedt is no longer producing her dolls, I hope books like these keep collectors interested in her marvelous works, and attract interest from new collectors.