MORE than 50 Barbie dolls have never looked so good after being kitted out by a city volunteer to raise funds for Acorns Children's Hospice.

Margaret Awford has spent months knitting mini trousers, skirts and dresses for the cast-off dolls, which go on sale, complete with their new outfits, at the end of the month.

Donated to the shop in a forlorn condition, each one has been lovingly washed and dressed by the dedicated volunteer, who has also given the dolls' trademark long, blonde locks, a much-needed makeover.

To see the stunning selection, visit the Acorns shop in Mealcheapen Street during Worcester's Victorian Fayre, from Thursday, November 27 to Sunday, November 30.