Raggedy Andy

First, artist and writer Johnny Gruelle changed a soft and cuddly, old-fashioned rag doll into the lovable Raggedy Ann.  Then he told his daughter Marcella wonderful stories about the doll’s adventures.  Finally, as the stories grew in number, Gruelle created a second adorable character, Raggedy Andy, and added him to the plots.  Today, after more than 85 years, the huggable dolls with the happy faces remain among the favorites of children—and of adults who met them in childhood.  Maybe it’s those black, button-style eyes… the triangle for a nose… or the shock of red hair, but Raggedy Ann and Andy always invite a smile!