This post was updated Jan. 5 at 11:55 p.m. Molly Erwin crochets to make a change. The founder of Molly’s Dollies and third-year theater student said her crochet shop was inspired by her ability to create doll figures of friends and family but now serves as a way to create custom pieces while supporting social justice movements. Read more...

Photo: Third-year theater student Molly Erwin crochets colorful items such as hats and said she hopes to branch out into creating more funky designs. Her crochet shop, Molly’s Dollies, started during the pandemic when she picked up an old hobby of fiber arts. She donates a portion of her proceeds to charities of her customers’ choice. (Courtesy of Molly Erwin)