Meet The Artist

 

Hi, I’m Chelsea Pierce, the artist behind Pumpkin Sparkles Babies! I started this journey in 2018, pouring my heart into creating one-of-a-kind reborn dolls that celebrate the beauty of individuality. My specialty is crafting dolls that represent congenital differences—like birthmarks and surgical scars from procedures such as open-heart surgery—so that every child and parent can feel seen, valued, and represented.

My passion is challenging traditional beauty standards and embracing the uniqueness of every baby. I truly believe that beauty isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s deeply personal, and it deserves to be celebrated. Through my dolls, I hope to bring comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging to families everywhere.

The photo features a doll I lovingly created for Winry, a beautiful little girl born with CMN.

In addition to creating reborn dolls, I also have a deep love for restoring and customizing American Girl dolls. There’s something so special about giving a well-loved doll a fresh start—repairing scuffs, repainting features, and bringing out its unique personality again. Whether it’s a simple refresh or a full transformation, I love breathing new life into these dolls and making them cherished once more. It’s incredibly rewarding to see a doll go from worn-out to wonderful, ready to be loved all over again.

 

My love for art and children goes way back. Before becoming a full-time reborn artist, I worked as a teacher and studied English Literature at Framingham State University, with a focus on Child Psychology and Art Therapy. Teaching was incredibly rewarding, but I found my true calling when I started painting reborn dolls. It was the perfect blend of creativity, storytelling, and emotional connection, and I haven’t looked back since!

 

Over the years, my work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, The SUN, and Dolls Magazine, which has been such an exciting and humbling experience.

When I’m not painting, you’ll usually find me spending time with my family, sipping (probably too much) coffee or Red Bull, getting lost in a good book, writing, or working on giant Diamond Paintings.

Thank you for being here and for supporting my passion—it truly means the world to me!