Ineke Schmelter

Ineke Schmelter, 71, is a passionate collector and enthusiast of reborn dolls, which are lifelike replicas that she cherishes as companions. After retiring from a career as a nurse and maternity nurse, she found comfort in these dolls, which helped alleviate her loneliness. Schmelter meticulously restores vintage dolls and enjoys dressing them, often reminiscing about her experiences with real babies. Despite facing skepticism from others about her hobby, she proudly walks with her dolls in a pram, sharing their intricate craftsmanship with anyone who inquires.