I was given a doll whom I named Beth, when I was a child by my aunt, and while I always kept her in one box or another, I paid little attention to her. Somehow through the years, her head was separated from the rest of her. She caught my attention and I made the decision to try my best to have her restored. I looked on-line and found YOBB Doll Hospital in Siren, WI. I called and talked to Marshelle Machtan who said that she would be happy to take a look at her. I boxed up this poor doll and sent her to Marshelle. She soon sent me photos of Beth without her red wig, and with arms and legs detached. We talked by phone and I was reassured that she could make Beth whole again. My only request was that she be given a red wig. I told her that since I had neglected her for so many years, there was no hurry in making the necessary repairs. I learned from Marshelle that Beth was a Horsman 24" Baby Precious doll who was introduced in 1939. A couple months went by and I received word from Marshelle that my doll was ready to return home. She sent some photos of my doll who had a completely new lease on life. She's simply beautiful with her perfect complexion, stunning red hair, her handmade "Lucky Frogs" green dress, colorful knit cap, cream tights and winsome white toddler baby shoes. Marshelle included a deep green tutu also. Beth safely made the trip by mail and she is adorable. I also appreciated receiving three pages of information about Horsman Dolls 1930-1940s from Marshelle with color photos. Beth quickly adapted to her newly-found fame, and she has gone with me to a restaurant for lunch with my sister, Marty and Hank. She also went to a memory care center named the Bee Hive in Duluth, where she charmed several people. I am so grateful to Marshelle for the excellent care and attention to detail that Beth received. I would highly recommend Marshelle and her wonderful YOBB Doll Hospital. Kay Gower Duluth, MN read more

My 80 year old precious doll had her eyes accidentally poked out by my grandaughter. I needed a trusted expert to do the eye replacement, and YOBB did an excellent job. She also refreshed all parts of the doll and added new clothing items. Marchelle is a wonderful resource and can be trusted with your most precious dolls. She is sensitive to all of your needs, and we are so lucky to have a trusted resource work with these in many cases quite precious dolls. She will arrange for clothing and any other items wants/needed. We are happy to have an expert with in many cases family "heirlooms". read more

I recently obtained my grandmothers doll from her childhood. It was a German bisque doll. I contacted Marshelle and made a trip to her "shop". You can see right away that she cares for dolls and knows her stuff. My doll needed new S-hooks and cord in the legs and arm. Marshelle fixed up the body with some wood fill, sanded and repainted some facial features. She also purchased some new clothing accessories for me. She looks lovely now! Thanks Marshelle! read more

I had wanted to get my Moms antique doll restored. I found the YOBB doll hospital, and brought the doll , plus 2 others to restore. Marshelle did such a beautiful job! So professional and reasonable. One of the other 2 dolls was a Shirley Temple doll. She repaired it so well, I almost didn't recognize as the same doll! So reasonable and honest. I highly recommend for doll repairs! Love how the dolls look now! read more

I am very pleased with the work done on my 1960 vogue baby doll. She was in rough condition and recently got chewed in half by my puppy. She has been restored to better than new. Amazing! Also got some help with my 1960 teddy bear and Marshelle found a great crib and baby clothes too. She can help with anything!!~ read more