I'm nervous about AliExp - I'd love to know if people have used it and it's been a good experience. I've had some bad luck lately with shipping in the stated by UPS-UPSWorldwideDelivery-USPS. Dropped tracking and lost package of an item that isn't easily replaceable, and so far no reimbursement. It makes me not want to have anything shipped. The entities are not being helpful at all.

But I do like the Defa Lucy dolls - and would like to try one. But the prices are a bit off-putting. I don't spend big dollars on dolls these days, which is fine.

I know the person who you mean, who used to sew for the Silkstones - I used to get email notifications about their wonderful outfits. But I can't remember their name, sadly. I'm sure someone on here will, though!

I hope you get, and post pictures of, a Defa Lucy! Good luck and get a good price!