Features

8 Crafted With Care
Irrealdoll Produces Brilliant BJDs

12 Show and Tell!
Adoration for JAMIEshow Dolls Continues After 15 Years

16 And the Winner Is ...
We Reveal the Winners of the Public’s Choice Voting in Our 2024 Dolls Awards of Excellence Competition

19 2025 Dolls Awards of Excellence
Artists: Get Ready To Enter Starting January 6

20 Real-Deal Appeal
BJD Artist Sabine Vogel Specializes in Human-Like Porcelain Dolls

24 An Eye for Design
Shelley Thornton Shapes Works of Art From Unexpected Fabric Combinations

28 Spread a Little Love
Ashten Bryant’s Reborns Bring Joy and Connection

32 Playful Nostalgia
Hilary Wagstaff Designs and Sews Delightful Doll Outfits

38 Collector Corner
Collectors Share Dolls That Hold Personal Significance

40 Dazzling Designs
Sara Bolaños Handcrafts Doll Jewelry