The cast of Hamilton gets bigger and cuddlier

Of our entire 2016 holiday gift guide , by far one of the most popular gift ideas were the genius handmade Hamilton dolls by Christina of Etsy's Bobeena Shop . What can we say, you all have good taste in artists -- and game-changing Broa…

New handmade Hamilton Dolls from Bobeena Shop on Etsy!
Of our entire 2016 holiday gift guide, by far one of the most popular gift ideas were the genius handmade Hamilton dolls by Christina of Etsy's Bobeena Shop. What can we say, you all have good taste in artists -- and game-changing Broadway musicals. Now she's out with a few brand new characters to help round out the most adorable founding fathers (and mothers) around: John Laurens and Hercules Mulligan. Add them to favorites like the Schuyler sisters and Alexander Hamilton himself and you'll have the most enviable pop culture doll collection on the planet right now.

Related: The best Hamilton party theme ideas: Decor, invitations, treats, and more. 

I think they'd be so perfect for a Hamilton-loving dad for Father's Day, for a recent grad (at least if you can't afford tickets to the actual show), or even a cool kid in your life As for my own girls, I'm sure they'd be putting these Hamilton dolls to work (work!) as stars of their own homemade music video using their Video Star app. Time for me to request a custom King George doll. Find amazing handmade Hamilton dolls from Etsy's Bobeena Shop. She can also take special orders, say you have a thing for another character, or another musical altogether.  CMP is an rstyle affiliate.

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