Sindy Our Pedigree Girl Of The 60's

When Sindy was released, she was streets ahead of the other fashion dolls of the time in the UK, much more trendy, both in her outfits and her fashionable hair style. Most dolls were issued in frilly flared skirts and dresses, with bubble curl hair or long pigtails,and high heels. Sindy wore jeans, sneakers and a bob !

Meanwhile in America, Barbie was going down a storm, a super glamourous 'model' with a sophisticated wardrobe of clothes. But in 1962, Ideal Toys introduced Tammy, a fashion doll completely different to Barbie, she was more a teenager, with 'soft' curves on her body, rather than Barbies tiny waist, long shaply legs and large pointing bust ! Tammy was to appeal to those parents and children that prefered the more 'homley' girl next door look, a much easier stereo type to aspire to for little children, more identifiable. She was popular, had a wardrobe of teenage clothes and seperates, a Mom and dad, little sister Pepper, Big brother Ted, Little bother Pete, Boyfriend Bud, and friend Misty. Pepper had freinds Dodi and Patti, and Pete had friend Salty. So there was quite a gang of dolls you could collect back then. Together with these went a car, a house, a Catamaran, bed and dressing table, Juke box for both Tammy and Pepper and Treehouse for Pepper.Their play value was enourmous.

When Pedigree decided to make a new fashion doll they were approached my Mattel so sell Barbie under licience in the UK. They did something they had never done before, and did a consumer survey to see what children and parents thought of her. The answer wasn't good, she 'scared' most children with her 'hard' look, and parents weren't keen on her 'far to grown up' look either. So Pedigree approached Ideal and asked if they could sell Tammy, they did the same survey and both parents and children loved her. So it was agreed they could market a doll like Tammy, but they must'nt use the name, although they were allowed to use Tammy's 'tag line'..'The Doll You Love To Dress'....

Little did they know that Tammy, would only last a mere  4 years or so, but the doll that was inspired by Tammy, Sindy, would still be being sold over 40 years later !

Tammy with Strawberry blonde hair, who was also available in Tosca (reddy brown/Chestnut), brunette and platinum blonde.Wearing her 'Play Suit' and white sneakers ( identical to Sindy's Weekender Sneakers ) which she was sold in.

Here's Tammy and her Family, from left to right, Tammy, Mom, Dad, Brother Ted and in front, little sister Pepper, from which I'm sure Pedigree based Patch.

This is Tammy's friend Misty, also known as 'Glamour Misty', she was a bit more grown up and Barbie like in a way.

 

 

'Sleepytime' was Tammy's bed time oufit and you can see straight away where the inspiration for Sindy's 'Sleepytime' outfit came from both in name and style.Tammy's top had a pretty embroidered ribbon detail at the top and she wore knicker bocker type bottoms, whereas Sindy's top was turned into a babydoll nightie with matching panties. Notice also the 'daisy' one strap sandals that some of Sindy's outfits were issued with, including Sleepytime.

'Model Miss' was Tammy's modelling outfit..... 'Tammy has a part time modelling job'.... stated the style book. This was a lovely oufit in royal blue wool with white detail trim, matching 'hat' and wonderful accessories, including case, bracelet, purse, diary,stockings and kitten heels.

'Tennis The Menace'..I love that name ! Ha Ha....Was Tammy's tennis outfit, and far less 'serious' than Sindy's, which wouldn't have looked out of place at the final of Wimbledon. This outfit was more for casual matches with friends in the park.Tammy wore a cute blouse with a coloufrul umbrella print,cinched in at the waist with a white rope 'belt', yellow corduroy bermuda shorts, white sneakers and cats eye glasses, she also had her own tennis racket and press. Socks were also issued with this outfit and a ball.

When Tammy hit the road, she really did it in style, 'Travel Along' was perfect for those long journeys, a crisp cotton dress in black and white check, with red buttons and a lovely gold chain belt, was accessorised with a red head scarf and cats eye glasses, case, bag, stockings and magazine to read on the journey.

When Tammy took her dog for a walk (Notice, it's Ringo !) She wore a very smart outfit...'Walking Her Dog' consisted of a blue and black checked wool top with red/orange PVC pocket flaps and a cute 'gold' engraved heart on a chain hanging out of one of the pockets. Her skirt was made out of the same material as the pocket flaps and was a neat slim fitting A line cut, she accessorised with red 'pumps' (Americans call court shoes, pumps)a red shoulder bag with 'gold' chain strap, and a stiff nylon neckerchief.

Tammy excelled at college, and no wonder in this neat outfit.She's all ready for her sorority meeting in 'Sorority Sweetheart'. A crisp cotton shirt in red and white gingham with collar and cuffs, over this she wears a wool felt jerkin in creamy white with her college badge on the patch pocket, her navy blue pleated skirt is also of wool felt and she accessorises with tan stockings, red pumps, red cats eye glasses, a red 'Princess' style telephone, Phone directory and portable TV set.Wonderful attention to detail and excellent tailoring right down to the poppered cuffs !

 Tammy took the more casual approach to studies in her 'Cutie Co-Ed' outfit. Consisting of a turtle neck top in 'flame red', with matching leotards (tights), red sneakers and shiny PVC tote bag. She wears a blue cord Jumper ( Dress), and accessorises with a radio in a carry case and a beautiful 'gold' heart on a chain.

Back to formal studies in 'Checkmate'..and Tammy looks gorgeous in her sleeveless, crisp cotton blouse in red and white gingham, topped with a pretty double string of 'pearls', she wears a thick wool pleated white skirt, and wool blazer in a lovely royal blue with two pealy white buttons and her school badge.She accessorises with tan stockings, white 'pumps', a red ribbon in her hair, a Camera , a shiney red PVC shoulder bag with 'gold' chain strap and a Weekly News magazine

When Tammy entertained friends, she invited them round for a Pizza and a gossip while flicking throught the latest news magazine. For this event she wore her very fashionable 'Pizza Party' outfit. A thick cotton corduroy top in a 'Jester style' made in strips of red, yellow, blue and green was finished with a pointed hem and black tassle detail, with this she wore red 'leotards' (Americans used this word for tights) and wedged sandals, these varied in colour and composition. Seen in the picture, she is wearing corked soled sandals with gold straps. Also seen are two pairs of plastic sandals in alternating pink and black, othere colour variations were available to.Accessories are a yummy pizza on a plate and a 'Weekly News' magazine.

Relaxing at home and Tammy is still the Queen of high fashion and style in her 'Ring-A-Ding' outfit. Wonderful rich fabrics and detail went into this lovely outfit. The top if a fine 'net' like cotton in palest pink with beautiful white lace ruff front detail and collar and cuffs. The pants are rich black cotton velvet, so soft and snuggly for relaxing in while she phones friends on her baby blue Princess style telephone. On her feet she wears red one strap 'daisy' sandals and she has a bowl of friut to munch on while she listens to the latest gossip or watches her portable TV. Telephone directory also included, A really first class play value outfit.

Tammy's off for a summer picnic with her boyfriend Bud, and what better outfit to wear than her 'Picnic Paty' outfit. A smart cotton Tee-Shirt in navy blue with red and white stripes tops a neat pair of cream corduroy cropped pants with red stitch detail, she accessorises with her realistic looking radio, complete with black pvc shoulder holder, red and white gingham picnic rug, red cats eye glasses and cute wicker look picnic basket.In her hair she wears a pink ribbon. This set must have provided hours of fun for it's young owners in those heady summer months.

Yet another smart outfit for Tammy to wear while studying was 'School Daze', topping the campus fashion stakes yet again in this winter warm thick cotton corduroy rich red top with bead button detail and atttached thick wool tartan skirt in white, green, yellow and red check.Nipped at the waist with a dimpled gold belt. Tammy accessorised with red pumps, her red Princess style phone, Telephone directory and black typwriter to write her essay's, one finished, she could carry them to school in her red pvc, zipped 'portfolio' case'.

Not only did Tammy have ultra smart and fashionable clothes for school, but she even had a cute outfit to cheer the football team on, 'Cheerleader' in rich red and bright white was sure to get lots of attention. A waffle knit wool sweater was finished with ribbed cuffs and hem and had a red felt T on the front.With this Tammy wore her red felt cheerleader skirt (just like Sindy's Skating girl skirt) and cute red felt 'hat' with white pom poms on the sides, she accessorised with white sneakers and socks, a red batton with coloured ribbons attatched, and a black megaphone with handle, gold rim and gold T painted on the side.

Staying with sport, Tammy was also issued with an archery outfit ! A really cute outfit with tons of play value for it's young owner, or older collector ! Tammy wore a red thick nylon hooded sweater with white ribbing around the hood, cuffs and hem, and a white felt T for Tammy on the front. Thick navy denim cropped jeans were worn with this, with real white stitch detail. On her feet she wore white sneakers (the same as Sindy's Weekender sneakers) and she had her own bow, arrows and target. A really fantastic set for hours of fun play.

Just like Sindy, Tammy loved pretty underwear, and you couldn't get much prettier than her 'Underwear' set. In the palest crisp pink nylon with snow white lace trimming, this set was beautiful, the attention to the tailoring was superb. Tammy wore a matching tailored bra, panties and A line slip with popper at the back, on her feet she wore white one strap 'Daisy' sandals and she carried a brush, comb and mirror in cream with gold detail, a really pretty set.

Tammy must surely have been the most glamourous and prettiest girl at the dance when she wore her 'Dreamboat' outfit, another finely detailed and tailored outfit to be the proud owner of. The dress had a satin bodice with  gathered skirt in a relief self pattern, absolutley stunningly rich fabrics in the most beautiful shade of blue, topped with a 'damask' bolero jacket in a richer blue satin, accessorised with white pumps, Date book, real metal Camera, gold purse with pearl clasp ( just like Sindy's Dream Date purse), and beautiful flower headband in the most delicate shades of pink, lemon, white and blue.

When Tammy hit the slopes, she wore her 'Snow Bunny' outfit, a really beautifully put together outfit consisting of stretch jersey nylon ski pants in black, tucked into red leatherette boots lined in white foam with real laces. These clipped into red snow bird ski's (Sindy followed suit with black Snow Bird ski's a few years later) Tammy's ski poles matched.Tammy's jacket was in snuggly warm red wool trimmed with white 'fur' and three little buttons, she wore her school badge on her left breast side and kept her hands toasty in thick, white 'fur' mittens.

When snow gave way to rain, Tammy was out there splashing around in her 'Puddle Jumper' outfit. Nice thick. crisp cotton was used in her petrol blue rain coat with matching head scarf, 'Cracked Ice' pattern in black covered both items and the coat was finished off with a black velvet collar, pocket flaps and three buttons. Tammy carried a shiney red PVC shoulder bag, a cute closed umbrella in an umbrella patterned fabric, and wore groovy white ankle boots.

We go from snow, to rain, to Sunshine, as Tammy heads for the coast in her 'Fun In The Sun' outfit, a red stretch nylon jersey swimsuit shows off her fabulous figure on the beach, she wears a white plastic swimming hat to protect her hairdo when swimming, and when the sun goes down she heads off home in her poncho and white sandals. A red and white striped beach mat also came with this outfit.

 

 

Two versions of 'Sleeveless Blouse'...

'Long Sleeve Blouse'                                                                                                         'Pedal Pushers'

 'Short Sleeve Blouse' and 'Sheath Skirt'....

Tammy goes mad for plaid, left to right....'Pleated Plaid Skirt'.....'Plaid Jumper'.....'Slacks'..

'Full Skirt'                                                                               'Shortie Nightgown'

 

Meet Standad Pepper and Pos 'n' Pepper in the outfits they were sold in. Standard Peppers wrap skirt can be removed leaving her in a 'Play Suit'.

Ready for bed in three beautiful bedtime outfits, 'Bed Time' pale pink sheer nylon with ruffles of pure white lace, a cute baby doll top and pantaloon bottoms, Pepper also wears a matching mop cap and carries a weekly news magazine for bedtime reading, also with this set is a glass of milk and a brush, mirror and comb. 'Pajamas', Toasty warm red and white flannel pyjamas with a cute smock top and pedal pusher bottoms. 'Bed Time',  More flannel, this time in candy pink and white, an 'A' line type top with pedal pusher bottoms and the cutest pom pom 'buttons', tiny pink slippers finish this outfit off.

 Pepper is off to a 'Birthday Party' in this gorgeous outfit of fine organza and satin, trimmed with lace and a blue velver bow 'belt'.She wears white shoes and takes with her a record player, records, and storage rack. This outfit also came with a flower alice band.

 Pepper looks every inch the ' Budding Ballerina' in her canary yellow satin and net ballet outfit, the net skirt is sprinkled with silver sequins and she wears a flower garland in her hair, she keeps her tiny ballet slipper in a matching satin bag.

 Another stunning outfit for Pepper as she hits the road, or rather the air, in 'Miss Gadabout'. Rich red velvet is used for her flared skirt and neat box jacket trimmed with pearl 'buttons', under this she wears a white blouse and splays the crisp collar out over her jacket. Pepper accessories with white gloves and shoes, a pretty straw hat, and carries a weekly news and airline ticket, This outfit also came with a little vanity case.

 Pepper is having a very 'Happy Holiday' in her linen and cotton holiday dress featuring a crisp flared skirt with striped patch pockets matching the top which is trimmed with two pearl buttons.She also wears a matching hair band and wears white shoes.She plays shuffle board with her own paddle, disks and board.

 One of Peppers cutest outfits has to be 'Cats Meow' purley for the accessories, which are so yummy ! Pepper wears a smart pair of petrol blue slacks and jersey knit cardigan in blue and white with white buttons. She wears white shoes and cares for her little white kitten with red bow 'collar' ,which sits in his little 'basket, also with matching red bow, he has his own can of food and bowl with his name on..'Fluffy'.

 Pepper is off to shcool in 'Teachers Pet', a lovely outfit consisting of a dress that looks like a skirt and blouse, plaid pleated skirt with red blouse trimmed with a plaid collar and two tiny white buttons. She wears red shoes and carries a red tote bag with school book, photos and pins to pin them on the school notice board. The outfit also came with a notice board.

 'After School' Pepper wears her thick denim jeans and cotton jersey hoody top scattered with a fun print of sums and her name, she wears white shoes and plays ping pong with her own paddle and net.

 Pepper wears a rare Made In Hong Kong sleevless blouse and pretty striped cardigan..