Uniquely Yours
For Sentimental Hearts
Imagine a keepsake doll that reflects someone special — a person, a moment, a memory — held gently in form.
Doll Artist Lou Peters lovingly handcrafts each Bespoke Keepsake Doll, created to honour likeness, emotion, and the quiet details that matter most. From cherished photographs to meaningful fabrics, every piece is made with intention, care, and deep respect for your story.
All dolls in this collection are made to order and created through a personalised approval process, allowing your keepsake to unfold slowly, thoughtfully, and beautifully — just as it should.
Explore the collection below to discover the portrait doll that best fits your story.
“I can't believe how amazing she looks! The photos were amazing, but WOW - nothing compared to what she looks like in real life”
— Aimee
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I know what a sentimental keepsake means to you and your loved ones.
They celebrate your special someone, your special moments.
From personalised portrait dolls to bespoke bridal keepsakes, they become treasured family heirlooms.
Every doll is intricately crafted, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
And best of all, they are made with love, exclusively for you.
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They celebrate your special someone, your special moments.
From personalised portrait dolls to bespoke bridal keepsakes, they become treasured family heirlooms.
Every doll is intricately crafted, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
And best of all, they are made with love, exclusively for you.
Our Process
How Upper Dhali® Dolls Are Made
Every Upper Dhali® keepsake begins with intention and is created through a slow, considered process that honours both craftsmanship and story.
From fabric selection and design consultation through to careful hand-finishing, each doll is thoughtfully made to preserve a moment, a memory, or a meaningful chapter.
LEARN MOREHandcrafted in Australia
Made by Hand in Our Brisbane Studio
Every Upper Dhali® keepsake is individually handcrafted in Australia, created slowly and thoughtfully within our Brisbane studio.
Working on a small scale allows traditional techniques, careful finishing, and personal attention to remain at the heart of every made-to-order piece.
READ STORYPortrait & Bespoke Keepsake Dolls – Frequently Asked Questions
Are these dolls suitable as memorial or remembrance keepsakes?
Yes. Many Portrait & Bespoke Personalised Keepsake Dolls are created to honour the memory of a loved one. Through colour choices, symbolic details, or meaningful materials, each doll is made with care, sensitivity, and deep respect for the story it represents.
Are all dolls in this collection made to order?
Yes. Every doll in this collection is made to order and individually handcrafted by Lou Peters. Each keepsake is created slowly and thoughtfully, ensuring the finished piece reflects your story with intention and care.
Do all dolls follow the same base style?
Yes. While clothing, colours, and details are personalised, each doll follows a signature Upper Dhali® style and form. This ensures consistency, quality, and the timeless character that defines every handcrafted keepsake.