Avril O'Reilly
@Avrilfrances
Writer and illustrator of books for multicultural Irish kids, aunty to many, I blog about dolls- I take photos. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08W4N3P14?binding=
The first ever closed mouth Brooklyn doll was the Barbie Signature Barbie 65th designed by Carlyle Nuera. Collectors love the flirty side glancing eyes. Here she is redressed in a Barbara Millicent Roberts vintage BMR Pinstripe Power. tinyurl.com/2y8swpjt

Everyday Heroes In Japan’s care homes, elderly people face loneliness, with families seeking hope amid isolation and loss. Telenoid project researchers share huggable robots, helping elders connect through gentle conversations in community settings. One researcher, Hiroshi…
Taking brain health out of the laboratory and into communities - with guitars.
🎸 In San Juan, Argentina, musicians, researchers and neuroscientists explore how learning guitar strengthens young people’s brain health. The project takes knowledge out of the lab and into the community. youtube.com/watch?v=BA4wMm… #BrainHealth #MusicAndMind
He was always great value in Smash Hits Magazine-more fun than the New Romantics. Who else would need rabies shots after biting a bat? R.I.P Ozzy Osbourne

Here are some pictures from Rathcoran, Ireland first ever BRAIN HEALTH housing estate. Residents are working with @GBHI_Fellows and @RespondHousing and are funded by Wicklow @artsoffice - to use natur, art and community to protect BRAIN HEALTH. #rathcoran #inclusivity #Brains




The DAGDA made an appearance- @Tearmann4458782
What a day it’s been, full of amazing activities and events at Cruinniú na nÓg at Tearmann Community Garden in Baltinglass! 🌸🌳 Here are some highlights! 🎉 #cruinniúnanóg #wicklowarts @wicklowcoco @creativeirl @artscouncil_ie @WicklowLibs
Here are some concerns about Barbie and AI.
🚨 BREAKING: OpenAI and Mattel announce a partnership to develop AI-powered toys. What could go wrong? According to the official announcement: "The agreement unites Mattel’s and OpenAI’s respective expertise to design, develop, and launch groundbreaking experiences for fans…
Come on Barbie, let’s go…prompting? This just in: Mattel is teaming up with OpenAI to design AI-powered toys. The deal does not entail licensing Mattel’s IP to OpenAI, retaining full creative control over its products.
Barbie Looks Ken Doll Brunette with Braids & Bun Hairstyle - Barbie Boyfriend Jon Stock Photo - Alamy alamy.com/barbie-looks-k…
Cruinniú na nÓg is in Baltinglass on Saturday, June 7th! From music and art to storytelling and performance - Full Wicklow programme here: cruinniu.gov.ie/events/locatio… #CruinniúnanÓg #Baltinglasds #CreativeKids #Cruinniú2025 #UnleashYourCreativeSpark

Does this look like 2 hours of retouching? #barbie #OfficeBarbie @alamy tinyurl.com/3ua2872w

Mattel company leaders are warning that the trade tariffs imposed by President Trump could have a profound impact on toys like the wildly famous "Barbie" dolls they're so well known for. #barbie #tariff s youtube.com/watch?v=9Prvqg…


Even Barbie has been called back into the office - she ponders where she put her high heels? This Guardian article by @evawiseman makes the most of being 'forced' back to the office/ #workingfromhome #Barbie theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2…

Showing you my favourite Barbie insta feed. There are many reasons why to look at this feed all about a socially aware, beautifully dressed black couple with twin toddler boys. The photography and fashion are exceptional. #barbie #mattel #digitalcreator instagram.com/carliekarl/
With Etsy, Zuru Mini brands and all the miniature food on Amazon, Instagram is full of Barbies eating and drinking. Remember that Barbie is 1/6 scale, not 1/12 scale. Look for this hashtag -- #dollcoffeeshopsundays #mattel #barbie instagram.com/explore/search…


This year's Glastdollbury is on June 25th. Here is an Instagram link to the doll event - instagram.com/p/DJB0XMFM4ol/…

I like when Barbie encourages kids to be outdoors with animals - especially chickens.
It’s fall on the farm with #Barbie! 🍂🐣 Discover dolls and playsets now: dolltasti.cc/3SKmDXD
Jane Goodall is part of the Inspiring Women series who does not dress in "old-lady chic", as one Barbie collector called it. She's dressed for conservation.
The doll created in partnership with @JaneGoodallInst, is part of the #Barbie Inspiring Women series & is the first in the series made from ocean bound plastic! With the doll, Barbie aims to empower the next generation to connect with nature and help protect the planet.
Mask making and hanging is a nice, non-chemical form of doing art. africadirect.com/blogs/news/afr…