Doll Factory - Edenberry

Pat and Joanna Secrist had a dream of owning their own doll and toyshop and they set out to fulfill that dream in 1983. Armed with only a $500 loan and a few doll making books, they bought their first kiln and started making porcelain dolls in their apartment. Pat and Joanna devoted themselves to making special dolls that stirred up fond memories, and as a result, they saw their little doll business blossom and grow. Now, 20 years later, Pat and Joanna have grown their little doll shop into a full-fledged, nationally acclaimed doll company. And the special dolls they make are touching the lives of people everywhere.

Here is a testimony from Linda S. from Pennsylvania on how her doll made a special impact on her life.

"I'm writing this letter because I want you to know how much your dolls helped me when my daughter left home. She graduated from high school and was heading to college, and I was feeling very empty and very lonely inside. I saw your dolls one day and decided to make one to look like Jessica. There were so many expressions to choose from that I was able to find the perfect one! Then I set the doll right in my living room where I pass by every day. Every time I see her I smile. I think of how much I love Jessica and I can't help but be proud of all the things she is doing. Sometimes I even have to take out the picture books and reminisce for a while. Thank you so much! This little doll is my own personal ray of sunshine!"

Every day Pat and Joanna see their dream coming true - a company making dolls that have a real and special impact on people and the lives of their loved ones. Now they hope they can do the same for you!

Think of all the people who are special in your life and how precious it would be to them to receive a gift that has so much meaning and love wrapped up in it! Or even think of all the precious memories you have of your children, grandchildren, parents, or even your own childhood. Wouldn't it be wonderful to have an adorable baby doll who is constantly reminding you of all those happy times?

Here is just a quick list of a few of the ways that other people have found a special connection with Edenberry dolls:

To give to a child to communicate how valuable and worthwhile they are
To remind a grieving parent of a child they lost
To remember and celebrate their own childhood
To give as a gift to a parent to thank and recognize them for everything they've done
To refresh their memories of what it was like to have little ones at home
To remind them of a special child or grandchild
To be a keepsake to pass down to the next generation

Whatever your reason may be, your Edenberry doll will be a special doll that will fill you with joy. It will always be a wonderful reminder to you or your family of all the things that are precious in your life!