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My name is Shirley Kelly. I am a Halloween Art Doll Artist. The dolls I create are my original design and one of a kind. I will not reproduce any doll. My dolls are art pieces. They are not intended for children's play.

 Many of the dolls are inspired by tragic events from the past. I do very intense reasearch to tell the story of their life and death. I want to educate as well as entertain with my dolls.My intent is for these facts to move readers with emotion. I mean no disrespect to any person who I have recreated through my dolls.

Each doll is sewn and hand-painted by myself. I use only patterns that I have created. My dolls are painted with three layers of acrylic paint. Each layer is sanded to create a smooth finish perfect for painting many fine details.

When ever possible I use vintage fabrics and jewelry found at local antique shops to dress the dolls so each one is so unique. At times, I sculpt items from air-dry clay to complete their stories.

 I am so appreciative of my wonderful buyers. I love every minute spent making my art dolls, but the greatest joy comes from the kind words of my customers. I have sold many dolls all over the United States. I only wish I could hand-deliver each one to see for myself the amusement buyers tell me my dolls bring to them.