ABOUT US
At Love Bali Arts, every purchase you make is more than just a transaction—it is an act of compassion. The proceeds from this sale go directly to support the YKPA (BALI STREET KIDS PROJECT) and JWUI, organizations dedicated to giving hope and a future to children who have been abandoned, neglected, or are living in extreme poverty. Through your support, we are able to provide them with access to education, safe shelter, and the love and care every child deserves. Together, we can turn small acts of kindness into a lifeline for these children, reminding them that they are not forgotten
A Partnership for a Brighter Future
Each doll from Love Bali Arts is more than just a beautifully handmade toy — it’s a heartfelt symbol of love, hope, and compassion.
Lovingly crafted by skilled local artisans, these dolls carry a deeper purpose: to bring joy to children at Yayasan Kasih Peduli Anak (YKPA), a foundation dedicated to supporting underprivileged children in Bali.
This special collection is part of a meaningful collaboration between Love Bali Arts, Yayasan Kasih Peduli Anak (YKPA), and Joinwithusinternational (JWUI). Together, we turn creativity into care — ensuring that every purchase doesn’t just support Balinese craftsmanship, but also helps provide education, daily essentials, and emotional support for the children.
This is more than shopping. This is sharing smiles, spreading kindness, and making a real difference.
One doll means one genuine smile, one moment of happiness, one step toward hope.
The Heart Behind Love Bali Arts
My name is Ni Pande Putu Etiartini, and I’m the founder of Yayasan Kasih Peduli Anak (YKPA) Love and caring for children an the name Bali street kids project. in Bali, Indonesia a foundation since 2007. I began out of love and deep concern for the many children I saw living on the streets — without access to education, safety, or care. ykpa.org
It all started with a small step: a weekend class on Kuta Beach, where children could learn to read, write, and draw. There was no big plan — just the belief that every child deserves a chance. My own home became the first shelter for a few children who needed a safe place. And from there, the journey grew.
In 2007, with the help of my friend from the U.S., Michael Pate, we officially registered YKPA as a foundation. we run, YKPA runs Beach School, Children’s Homes in Denpasar and Tabanan, a bamboo school, village outreach programs, and a shelter for young women in crisis. now Michael soon will officially starting non profit organization 501C3 in Usa the name JOIN with Us International organization JWUI.org he being founder and president of board member and I co founder and secretary board member.
But even with all this, we still needed a way to support these programs sustainably. That’s how Love Bali Arts was born.
Handmade with Heart, Created for Impact
Love Bali Arts is a social enterprise that empowers women in villages, provides jobs, and supports disadvantaged children. Every doll, every piece of jewelry we create has a story — a real one. These are not just crafts; they are made with love, hope, and purpose.
Many of our dolls are inspired by the children we care for — their dreams, their struggles, and their strength. We work as a team, including talented young people in Bali, to design and produce beautiful, meaningful products.
Now, I am bringing these creations to the United States and around the world, with the hope of building partnerships and finding shops — especially in San Diego — to help sell our handmade dolls and jewelry.
Support That Changes Lives
By purchasing from Love Bali Arts, you’re not just buying a product — you’re supporting a mission. 10% of every sale is donated to YKPA.org and JWUI.org, our international non-profit, to help disadvantaged children across Bali and beyond.
I believe that big change starts from small, sincere acts of kindness. With every doll sold, a child’s future becomes brighter. With every handcrafted item, a mother can support her family.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
Let’s create change — one heart, one story, one doll at a time.
The Story Behind Love Bali Arts Dolls : Ykpa Bali dolls
Since I was a little girl, I never had a doll of my own. It wasn’t because my parents didn’t buy me toys, they did. In fact, I had more toys than most of my friends in the village. My father often brought me toy cars, toy guns, puzzles, and, most often, books. Every time a new issue of Bobo or Ananda magazine came out, he made sure I had it.
I grew up a bookworm. Of course, as a girl I loved reading fantasy and fairy tales. My favorite story was about a family with three children who traveled and even slept in their car while having adventures in San Diego. At that time, I could never imagine that one day I would actually live in San Diego myself. A girl from a small village under Mount Batukaru in Bali, Indonesia. Who would have thought life would one day bring me to the very place I once only read about?
But still, one thing was missing in my childhood: a doll.
Maybe that’s why today I create dolls. Each doll I make carries a piece of that longing I once had, and now they also serve a greater purpose, to support YKPA.org, helping children receive education and empowering women to earn income for their families.
The very first doll I ever received was a teddy bear, when I was about 19 or 20 years old. My boyfriend at that time, Agung, bought it for me during the Bali Arts Festival at Ardha Candra in Denpasar. Until today, I’ve kept that teddy bear, not only because it came from someone I loved, but because it was the first time in my life someone gave me a doll.
Years later, another unforgettable moment came from my dear friend Kyra, from Australia. She has always been like a sister to me, someone I deeply love and admire. One day, she asked me, “What is something your parents never gave you as a child?” I told her, “A doll.”
Not long after, her parents came to Bali for their wedding celebration, and during the gathering, they surprised me with a gift. When I opened it, I found a brown Barbie doll, ts skin tone like mine, with short tomboy-style clothes, glasses resting on top of her head, exactly my style. At that very moment, I couldn’t hold back my tears. I was 35 years old, but it felt as though my inner child was finally seen, finally heard. That doll meant more to me than words could ever describe.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get to keep it for long. My daughter, Cinta, took it without permission and played with it until it was broken. I was really upset. Michael tried to comfort me, saying, “It’s okay, it’s just a doll, not a big deal.” But for me, it wasn’t “just a doll.” It carried a lifetime of longing, and the memory of that gift will never be forgotten.
Now, through Love Bali Arts, I create dolls with love, care, and meaning. Each doll is not just a product, it carries a story, a memory, and a mission. With every stitch, I remember the little girl I once was, and I hope these dolls can bring joy, hope, and opportunities to others,
especially the children of YKPA and the women who craft them.
Because sometimes, something as simple as a doll can hold the biggest meaning in life.
Every Doll Has a Story
Sara Doll – Inspired by a Brave Street Girl
I named the Sara Doll after a girl I met on the streets of Legian, Bali. Her real name was Timur, but to everyone she introduced herself as “Sara.” She was a bright, tomboyish, and friendly street vendor, selling bracelets to tourists with perfect English—despite never going to school.
Sara dreamed of learning, so I found a way to secretly bring her and her siblings to our YKPA school. We met in hidden spots, I picked them up on my little motorbike, and for a few precious hours they could read, write, paint, dance, and simply be children.
Life at home was hard. Their father was strict, sometimes cruel, and saw school as a waste because the children weren’t selling enough bracelets. Thanks to a kind donor, we managed to get his permission—at a price—so the kids could continue learning for a while. But eventually, he stopped allowing it, and they returned to the streets.
Sara grew into a young woman with courage and charm, later working in a spa and making friends from around the world. She married, had a child, and sadly, her life was cut short by leukemia.
The Sara Doll is my way of honoring her spirit—a reminder of the bright, smart, and strong girl who inspired us all.
Every Bali Doll carries a real child’s story, and these stories will be shared in our upcoming “Book of Bali Dolls”—with 90% of proceeds going to help disadvantaged children.
Mr. Cool – From Street Boy to Inspiration
I met Merta when he was just 10, selling bracelets under the hot Bali sun. He was smart, funny, and always tried to look “cool,” but behind his cheeky smile was a boy who had slept hungry, run from danger, and faced things no child should.
When he came to YKPA, he told me, “Here I’m not scared… there’s always food, and I can play and go to school.”
He became a leader among the kids, winning competitions, dancing on stage, and dreaming of a better future.
Life hasn’t been easy—he left school early to help his family, faced heartbreak, and worked hard to survive. But he never lost his brave spirit. Today, he’s grown, still in Bali, still chasing dreams.
three other short stories like this for the other dolls so your Love Bali Arts at Charety even is become in book like a collection of moving, real-life inspirations
💛 90% of profits from this book go to charity, supporting YKPA and helping other children in need.
This is only the beginning—more inspiring kids’ stories and the journey of the Mr. Cool Doll await inside.
Radha Doll – A Baby Nobody Wanted
Radha was born into a storm of pain and broken hearts. Her mother, Anita, carried deep wounds from the past, and her sister Dewi was just 13 when she arrived at YKPA with stories no child should ever have to tell. Their home life had been filled with fear, betrayal, and survival.
When Radha was born, her mother refused to see her, and her sister—still hurting—said she wished the baby didn’t exist. On the night of her birth, Radha was placed in my arms, tiny and perfect, but already carrying the weight of rejection.
At YKPA, she became a symbol of hope—proof that even unwanted beginnings can grow into something beautiful with love and care.
The Radha Doll is made in her honor. Inspiration
💛 90% of profits from the book go to charity, ( Link) helping children like Radha find safety, love, and a future. Lucky she not have Physic disable problem hope the mentality is stable like her pretty face. let read more another story at book go to charety even link
Angel Doll — A Gift from Heaven
The Angel Doll is inspired by a special child named Angel, whose story began one early, dark morning in front of YKPA. At around 5 AM, our loyal dog Brownis alerted us with urgent barking near the gate. Despite the heavy rain and chilling silence, Brownis and some neighborhood dogs gathered around something wrapped in a wet towel.
When we opened it, we found a crying newborn baby with a note attached, saying her mother had died during childbirth. No one knew who left her there, but our hearts knew this was a miracle.
Angel was cared for by my devoted helper Bibi, who had long dreamed of having a child of her own but never could. She held Angel as if she was her own, calling her a divine gift. We quickly cared for Angel — warming her, feeding her, and giving her love.
Angel grew up surrounded by love at YKPA, alongside other children like Alin. Supported by kind donors like Corne from the Netherlands, Angel thrived and blossomed into a bright, sweet, and talented junior school girl with dreams of becoming a nurse one day.
The Angel Doll is not just a toy — it’s a symbol of hope, love, and new beginnings.
Coming Soon: The Book of Bali Dolls
Every doll in our collection has a real child’s story behind it — stories of courage, survival, and dreams. Soon, these stories will be shared in our Book of Bali Dolls, where 90% of the proceeds go directly to supporting disadvantaged children.
By buying a doll or the book, you help bring light to their lives and keep their stories alive.
