UFDC 78th Annual Convention
2027 Souvenir Doll
Doll Artist: Lolly Yocum
Lolly Yocum is a distinguished doll artist known for her mastery in cloth dolls, often describing her work as "textile alchemy"-transforming flat pieces of fabric into expressive dolls. With a background influenced by seamstresses in her family, she began her journey making doll clothes and later expanded into doll creation, working in various mediums including papier-mâché and polymer clays, though she remains primarily drawn to cloth.
Lolly's recent creations include the 2023 Izannah Walker birthday celebration dolls, and her work continues to be sought after by collectors through Laurelleaf Studios at laurelleaf.com.
Izzy - 2027 Souvenir Doll
We are absolutely delighted to share the news about the 2027 Souvenir Doll—a charming 6.5-inch cloth doll named "Izzy," crafted by the incredibly talented artist Lolly Yocum! Inspired by the exquisite pre-patent antique Izannah Walker dolls, Izzy will be a wonderful addition to your collection. Best of all, she will be available for just $375 to any member who registers for the convention!
