Long before the current Labubu craze, the Monchhichi doll enjoyed widespread popularity. Decades ago, during the era of communist East Germany, a local version of the beloved toy, known as the Tiemi, emerged. This East German Monchhichi offered a fascinating glimpse into how global trends were adapted and reinterpreted within the confines of the Eastern Bloc, providing a cuddly alternative for children living under communist rule.