Announced in 2020, sneak peak photos from some Blythe customizers were shared on social media. These photos showed an all new size Blythe doll that was not created by Takara, ADG, or Hasbro. This new size Blythe was the Popmart Molly x Blythe collaboration. This collaboration was the first between Hasbro and another company to create a new type and size of Blythe. So far, these sets have been exclusive to mainland China due to licensing.
Popmart, creator of a variety of collectible figures including a BJD called Molly, released three sets with Blythe as of August 2021. Molly is a popular BJD, ball-jointed doll, stands at roughly 14cm tall. Popmart created a Blythe doll that was a similar scale and on a small BJD style body. This new Blythe stands roughly 15cm tall.
The first set was Molly x Blythe Cabin Crew Set.
Popmart made the following announcement via Facebook on September 12, 2020:
“Molly and Blythe journey begins in the sky! Meet Molly x Blythe Cabin Crew Set , our collaboration with @hasbro
Molly became a little captain , and she decided to take her good friend Blythe to fly the skies !
This set is only available in Mainland China (2000 sets only). The geographic restriction is due to license issues. We are working to open more licenses, please be a little patient, we’re doing our best ”
The second set was Molly & Blythe Little Painter set.
Popmart made the following announcement via Facebook on December 5, 2020:
“What an art piece! Meet Molly & Blythe Little Painter set!
Get some inspiration to create a masterpiece and have fun with the newest Little Painter set!
What is your favorite painting?
Available only in Mainland China due to license authorization (Dec 11) “
The third set was Molly & Blythe Sliding Action Figure Set.
Popmart made the following announcement via Facebook on August 14, 2021.
“Guess who’s making some rad kickflips! It’s Molly and Blythe skateboarding! These girls are the coolest in the skatepark with their street style and pro moves! Skateboarding with Molly and Blythe must feel like flying! Who’s joining them?
“Molly & Blythe Sliding Action Figure Set” will be available in mainland China on August 27th! “
The fourth set was Molly & Blythe French Style Action Figure Set.
Popmart made the following announcement via Facebook on October 9, 2021.
“French style is not only about exquisite clothes, but also romantic spirits. Molly and Blythe are wandering around in the most elegant dresses, experiencing the beauty of France.
Join “Molly & Blythe French Style Action Figure Set” for the most glamorous afternoon tea on October 15th!“