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Fort Worth artisan’s handmade lanterns are an homage to Halloween history
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· October 13, 2026
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VanDolls Folk Art founder Rachel Garrison couldn't celebrate Halloween as a child. Now, she has built a thriving company from handmade lanterns and costumes.
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Key takeaway Now, she has built a thriving company from handmade lanterns and costumes.
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What is this story about? VanDolls Folk Art founder Rachel Garrison couldn't celebrate Halloween as a child. Now, she has built a thriving company from handmade lanterns and costumes.
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