Who says hand-me-downs are unwelcome? Holly (Ruby Red Fashion Friend Stella) says, “I love hand-me-downs! My Kish Chrysalis 14” girls have been retired for some time now. I really only have a Piper left and she is enjoying a rest inside her doll box.

Even though I am no longer making anything for these dolls I still have a box filled with their clothing–not sure what to do with it all… Anyway, I was going through it and found a Halloween dress I made probably in 2009. I pulled it out and thought to myself how I always thought this was cute, but it was always a bit too roomy for the Chrysalis girls. I didn’t have a doll who could wear it well. In case you are wondering the pattern used for this dress is by MHD Designs for the 14″ Kish Chrysalis dolls. It is called Simplicite

While contemplating this, I could sense a bit of excitement on the doll shelf behind me. I turned around and Bella and Holly were trying to get my attention. They wanted to try it on. Well, why not! I let Holly try it on first. It was so cute on her and fit her perfectly. She convinced me it was simply ‘made for her’, so according to Holly, Bella didn’t need to try it on. I decided to let her wear it… this year anyway.

Also in the box, I found the crocheted capelet I had made and that fit her perfectly too. With pockets full of lollipops, a few Halloween accessories, a black hair ribbon, cotton rib tights, and black leather Mary Jane shoes Holly is ready for trick-or-treaters.

Riley and Tulah came out for Halloween too. The crochet ensembles they are wearing are probably about 15 years old! Time flies! Anyway, they are the Boo Crew this year.👻