Atlanta Ball Jointed Doll Convention, Georgia

I hope to go this year! It looks tons of fun!

 

I've been waiting to go, I've met the wonderful lady who helps run it, and she seems very passionate.

 

I'm going. I'm pretty sure my second doll will get here before November- "knock on wood" so I can bring both of them with me.

 

The website info seems to all be from last year....I've been looking forward to hearing more about the convention after reading about it on Angeltoast's web site this spring. Does anyone know if there is current info on the upcoming event, I'd love to know that it is going well for this fall.

 

I kind of assumed the vendor info was correct, but I guess it might not be. I heard about it through DollAKon....There's several of us from STL going this year! I've never been to Georgia...so that'll be fun.

 

I've been watching their Facebook page for updates and they have mention more info should be coming soon. For the longest I thought I'd missed out on the workshops until I realized those were from last year XD.

 

Thanks for the info. I was confused when all the info was for 2015. If you see any updates, will you add a new comment here? I heard about the upcoming event when AngelToast announced she & Azurielle would be there & were going to be Luts reps.

 

My GF and I will be going and we're doing two panels this year, one on the introduction to vinyl dolls and one on the Smartdoll. We did the intro to vinyls last year and a lot of people had fun with it. We had a great time and are looking forward to doing it again this year!

Also, we know someone who is working with the event organizers to help redo the website so that info will be more readily available and gets out to people faster and more accurately than before. Keep an eye out on Facebook as well as their main page so you can see who is coming as far as artists and vendors as well as what kinds of panels will be done.

The days for the con are the same as last year, the weekend before Thanksgiving... November 18th, 19th and 20th.

 

I'm planning to go. I went last year and enjoyed myself. Had a great time but I'm looking forward to this year being more organized. If anyone would like to room with me feel free to pm me. My original partner had to cancel.

 

I've been thinking of going . How big is the con? last year's photos make it look like they were only 12 or 15 people there.

 

Last year there were between 35 and 45 registered attendees and that's not counting any of the vendors or artists. Yes, it's small by most standards but that's why we want as many people to come as we can get so that things will be bigger, better, more fun and continue to grow each and every year. I've been in contact with most of the people running it and so far things are moving along well. The website is getting ready to be revamped and made easier to use so definitely look forward to that. And there will be more artists and vendors this year too so things are looking up for sure. If you're on the fence about it just hop off and come! The more the merrier as they say!

 

Hi, I'm a newbie who lives North of Atlanta and I'm trying to get information about the Membership requirement listed on the Convention site. This is probably a silly question, but membership to what, exactly? I tried emailing the address on the website but it's been a few days with no reply.

Thanks in advance,
-K

 

Membership just meas a pass to get into the con, with out a pass ypu cant go to any of the con events

 

CoolScaryGuy is correct, a membership is just their way of saying a pass. All you need to do to purchase one is scroll down the main page until you see this:

<Passes to the Convention are for all 3 days! Use the PayPal button below to purchase.>

Click the "Paypal" logo and that will take you to the page to pay for a pass. The pass covers all 3 days so you don't have to worry about getting day passes separately.

 

Thank you for clearing that up. I really appreciate it.

 

It would be great to go but I am waiting to see what the events will be etc. I am going to the Modern Doll Collectors Convention in Sept in Louisville, KY. and this will be my first doll convention. It is exciting to think about connecting with like minded doll people.

 

That's cool that the con in KY will be your first! I hope you have lots of fun there!

Keep an eye here tho for updates. As soon as I hear what's going on or get any other info, I'll be sure to post here with it.

 

I didn't know there was one!! Sigh I need to find the web site!!!

 

If you mean the Atlanta one, there's a link in the first post in this thread. Here it is again tho in case you haven't found it:

http://atlantaballjointeddollconvention.com/

The website is getting upgraded soon so that it will be easier to navigate and see updates so make sure to keep checking it to see those!

 

Thank you!!

 

I would love to go! Currently frying to move to Florida from up north...so a lot depends on that. Once I am in Florida though it seems I will be closer to many more doll events!

 

Most doll events would be in Orlando or Tampa areas, nothing I know of in Jacksonville where I live

 

There are a bunch of us coming from south and central Florida! I can't wait to meet everyone! I'm running a furniture workshop and possibly a beginner sewing workshop

 

Ooooo! A furniture workshop? I'd be VERY interested in going to that! Have they given you a date and time for when your workshop will be? I'd love to go to it but I'm doing two panels myself so I'm praying they aren't at the same time as yours.

 

I'll find out! my friend is on staff so maybe we can arrange it so they don't conflict!

 

I just noticed it starts on my birthday!! I think I'm going to have to attend this!!

 

Hey all will post a BIG post on this on here but here is a list of panels, this is tentative right now but MOST if not all of those will be at the convention...

Tentative list for Panels, workshops, and events for 2016


The DOLLY Doctor
There will be a table in the vendor area with the doctor in residence to see to all your dolly's mishaps.
Need restringing? Yellowing? Too Loose? Too tight?
The Doctor will be in and can help you with these issues and more.
There will be an appointment book and some things may cost a small fee ie string, velcro etc.


Panels

BJD or NOT BJD and does it really matter?
Guest: Renee Newsom/Teacupdreams
A panel on ball jointed dolls past and present, what constitutes a ball joint, and what dolls have them and those that do not.
Fun panel with a great many dolls for examples.

Dolly D and D
Teacupdreams and special guest
Interactive fun with your dolls playing a small module that is made just for the convention.
Your dolls will be the characters, the miniatures if you will in this nightime dungeons and dragons adventure.
Limited to 10 attendees.


Dolly Story Time
Teacupdreams/Eileen Bowen
It's a game, a story, and a ton of fun.
Come spend time with us as your dolls get to take part in this interactive story telling time.
Space is limited to 10.
Sign up for this will be at registration.


Cosplay 101
Panelist: Aleathia Burns
This panel is for individuals who would love to learn about how to make costumes and Cosplay with their Dollfies.
The panel will show you how to acquire Wigs, Fabric selection, Sewing skills, Prop Making, and where to order/Commsision costumes.


Sewing 101: The Basics
Panelist Aleathia Burns
This panel is for Beginners who are interested in sewing.
The panel will cover How to use a Sewing Machine, Patterns, Fabric choices, and tools.


Intro to Intermediate Sewing
Panelist Aleathia Burns
This panel is for Beginners who want to level up on their skills.
This panel will cover Seam finishes, Interfacing, Bias tape application, and more.


Research Before You Sew!!
Panelist Aleathia Burns
This panel will cover ways on how to do proper research when it comes to costume construction.
Tips on Historical to the finer Details will be discussed.


3D Printing a BJD and what it means for the toy/doll industry - Silverbeams Magic, Jerry Wilson, Kip Campbell, and Teacupdreams 1:45pm - 2:45 pm
With the development of the 3D printer things are about to change for many industries. This panel and Q and A will host a skype with others who have 3D printers so that we can watch how they work. Discussion will delve into how 3D printers will effect the Doll and Toy industries.

Peter Beagle Meet and greet 1 Hour
Come meet Peter and ask him questions in a friendly setting.

Fairies, Unicorns, and Dolls
Peter Beagle, Silverbeams Magic, Teacupdreams, Brian Hagan
Round table discussion on how the doll hobby intersects with storytelling and the creativity behind it all.

Pattern Drafting 101: Making A Sloper
Amie Marie Carey
With so many different sculpts and sizes, it can be difficult to find clothes that fit our dolls well. Have you ever wanted to sew for your doll, but simply couldn't find a pattern that fits? In times like this, you need a properly fitted sloper to get started. A sloper is a type of basic pattern that is used as the building block for all other pattern making. In this Workshop we will go over what makes a sloper, why it is important, and walk step-by-step through the process of making one. 60 mins

Pattern Drafting 102: Sloper to Pattern
Amie Marie Carey
Now that we have our basic building block, it's time to turn it into a functional pattern. We will go over some of the more common techniques for altering a sloper and what results they provide. Discussion will also be had on popular patterns used in the hobby and how to create them with your sloper. By the conclusion of the workshop, everyone should have one pattern completed and ready for use. 60 mins


Workshops

Chainmaille Workshop (2 hours)
Guest: Brandi Sinclair
Is your doll a warrior?
Learn how to make basic miniature armor in this workshop by making a simple bracelet for yourself.
There’s a $5 materials fee, and tools will be provided.
You’ll leave with a bracelet, instruction sheet, and a link to a more advanced project with a resource list.
Fee: $5


Sculpting BJD's
Guest Glenna Hartwell
Join Glenna Hartwell from DollStories for this panel on sculpting BJDs.
Learn how Glenna creates dolls that are both realistic and beautiful, drawing from her background as a portrait painter and sculptor.
Practice hands-on finishing techniques that will serve you well in both the creation of new dolls and customizing the dolls you own.
We will cover anatomy, sculpting, and finishing.
Ready to learn and have fun?
All participants receive a 20% discount coupon for the DollStories pre-order, which opens during the convention.
See the new dolls on http://Facebook.com/Dollstories



Faceups Teacupdreams: MSD resin heads (2Hours)
Teacupdreams will help with the hands on portion where you get to work your own faceup on a doll head given to you as part of the workshop. A projector presentation with how- to slides and photos will be shown in the background for a questions/answer session.
Friday: Class limit 10 Resin MSD Doll heads Exclusive the the convention, made especially for the convention. Workshop fee: $35
NOTE...we have a limited number of heads.


Personal Doll Faceup
Guest: Renee Newsom
This is the faceup panel where you are encouraged to bring in a personal doll to do a faceup on.
We will walk you step by step through the process using our supplies on your own doll.
It’s a great learning experience to help you get a hands on feel as to how faceups are done.
You’ll get a chance to make mistakes in a safe environment and learn that those mistakes simply aren’t a big deal.
Fee: $10


Jewelry Designing for BJD's
Teacupdreams
5.00 charge per person for supplies.
Hands on class on how to make jewelry for your doll. Will go over basics of jewelry making and show you how to use old jewelry and new beads to create something new and interesting.

Jewelry Designing Stage 2
Teacupdreams
5.00 charge per person for supplies.
Hands on class on how to make more complicated jewelry for your doll. Will go over more challenging aspects of jewelry making and show you how to use old jewelry and new beads to create something new and interesting.


Make Your Own Fur Wig
Guest: Renee Newsom
Hands on workshop where you pick out a wig in your favorite dollie size, fav color out of the rainbow of choices and learn how to make and modify a wig to perfectly fit your doll.
Attendees will sew along with the teacher and take home a wig made by them.
Fee: $5

Personal Doll Body Blushing
Guest: Renee Newsom
This is the body blushing workshop where you are encouraged to bring in a personal doll to do blushing on.
We will walk you step by step through the process using our supplies on your own doll.
It’s a great learning experience to help you get a hands on feel as to how blushing is done.
You’ll get a chance to make mistakes in a safe environment and learn that those mistakes simply aren’t a big deal.
Fee: $10


Sew a Kimono
Teacupdreams
Hands on class to sew a kimono for your doll. You will get a precut kimono and hands on how to sew it by hand during this 1 hour workshop.
There will be precut kimono in a variety of colors and sizes from SD down to tiny Yo sized and Puki kimono.
Class fee is 10.00


Tattoo-Design and Application
Guest: Renee Newsom
Step by step workshop on how to design and apply a tattoo to your doll.
Will go over some other body mods as well such as piercing, all safe for your doll.
Fee: $5

 

Making a carry case for your dolls from a decorative box
Panelist: Jennifer Vanderloop
Ever fall in love with one of those really cool decorative boxes at your local craft store but didn’t have a good use for it?
This workshop will show you some ideas on how to convert just about any decorative box in to a safe and padded carry case for your dolls.
The workshop will finish with attendees finalizing their own carry case for dolls MSD sized or smaller.
Fee: $35
Limit: 10 spaces.


Recycled Materials Transformed
Guest: Kip Campbell
From frosting containers transformed into MSD doll saddles to toys and clothes repurposed.
Come in with your favorite recycled items or just bring your dolls to get new ideas!
See what other doll people are bringing to the table when it comes to creative uses of everyday items for your dolls.

Becca Mitchum
An Introduction to Vinyl Dolls
An overview of vinyl bjds including but not limited to the brands of Volks, Obitsu/Parabox, Azone and Smartdoll. We will be taking a look at Volks' creation of the Dollfie Dream and the history of the line, as well as some speculation on the future. Please join us and learn about the lighter side of dolls!
Time needed: Two hours for panel and meet/greet
Billy Bennett
Smartdolls! The Future of dolls?
This is an introduction to the works of Danny Choo and his mascot Mirai Suenaga and all her friends. We will talk about and show the evolution of the Smartdoll, how it came to be along with where it is now and where it might be going. Come and see various models of the Smartdolls including the first fullset 60cm vinyl boy made entirely in Japan! We'll have various models, parts and info on them as well as how to get your own as well as how to modify them to make them Smart! So drop in and see why dolls are getting smarter!
Time - One hour


The 2016 Atlanta Convention Fairy Doll Project
Come learn and get the behind the scenes info on the official 2016 Atlanta BJD Fairy dolls. Created by two long time guests of the con, Kiki of Sweet Dolls and Eileen of Silverbeam Dolls. Great for anyone is thinking about creating a doll or if you want to see just what all goes into making one. Extra fun as these dolls were first created with 3D printing then cast by a professional doll company. (This panel is free and open to all)

DIY 3D effects Resin Doll eyes
It's Back! One of my most popular panels! Sponsored by Silverbeam Dolls, come create your own custom eyes with this easy and fun workshop. Create stunning eyes with resin cast bases and tons of creative fillers like glitter, rhinestones, and nail decorations. A wide variety of sizes available from 8mm-20mm. (Workshop fee: 6$ for one pair or two pairs for 10$)

Blush a Micro 3D printed BJD
Returning by popular demand is this fun and easy workshop to blush a micro BJD for your very own. A great panel for any level of experience be it pro to total newb. You can choose between our small selection of 3D printed micro dolls created by Silverbeam dolls (Pinecone sprite, Water sprite, and a surprise new sprite will be coming!). A short lecture will teach you all you need to know and then we will dive into blushing and sealing the doll so you can take your new doll home. (Workshop fee: 20$ for one doll and any supplies, attendance limit of 20)



Other Panels/workshops as we are still getting information to us on these...
Monster High repaint and modding panel/s
Angel Toast faceup panel
Azuriel of Aurielle's Grove will be doing a sewing panel
Stringing panel/s hands on how to with small charge for class

More to be announced.

 

If you are doing a panel or workshop and do not see it on that list please please email me at [email protected] so that I can include it.
I need description, time needed, any cost for supplies that would be needed etc.

 

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Wha!?! Aleathia Burns is an old friend of mine. I'm gonna go glomp her on facebook.

 

Can you pay an at door price? My friend and I are possibly going but we both are attending anime weekend Atlanta as well so paying for both cons a head of time will be hard. Does anyone know what vendors will be there?

 

Alethia's panels are tentative. I know she is often extremely busy and did those last year and am hoping she'll do them again.

Yes you can pay at door.
There is a list of vendors on the main thread and on fb...
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How are we getting our "ticket" so to speak for the convention or are we just checking in when get there?

 

I finally got the details cemented for my furniture panel The signups should be up in the next day or two but I'm really excited!!!
Here are the details:

 

I have boys that are 70cm... These will be too small for me but I want to sign up to learn the basics to make a bigger one

 

I can provide a 70cm kit as well just message me when you sign up!

 

Oh man, that looks awesome! I am soooo down to do this! I want to do the Premium couch for MDD sized girls. I think those are MSD sized or close to it? They're around 40cm or so. I'll definitely preregister for this!

Do you know what day and time this will be? I do hope I can make it without my own panels getting in the way....

 

Thank you! When do we get to signup, the web page keeps showing 2015???

 

I'm not sure, I think they won't be scheduled until right before the con.

I'm not sure, I'll contact the con chair and find out when it will be updated!

 

Also looking for more updated info on this year's Con. I look forward to seeing it so I can plan my weekend.

 

This is very hard for me to write but bear with me and please read this through.

The doll convention has been something I put my heart and soul into, something I wanted for the doll community, and something I wanted for the artists to showcase their creations.

I think in it's short run we succeeded in that to some degree.

We brought panels that had'nt been at some conventions, we had a ton of fun and folks kept pitching in and helping it grow.

I don't think I have ever had this awesome a group of volunteers to work with ever and they deserve so much thanks and such from me that I don't know if I will ever be able to repay them.
All of them have been with us since day one in support and encouragement.
Nothing is ever perfect and we've had those who were not happy with the con for one reason or another but the MAJORITY embraced it and wanted it.

Sadly things often don't work out the way we want and today I am having to write that as of the posting of this letter we are canceling the convention.

The reason for canceling is that we don't have the money to fund it this year not without going deep into debt.
There are many factors as to why this happened the main being that we fund this mostly out of our pockets and past convention fundage.
Sadly last year at end of convention we were 4,000 in debt.
There was no overage to put back into the convention everything went to paying the hotel at the end of the convention. We even took funds out of savings to pay for the convention.

And this would have been fine as Kip and Jen usually put aside money each year to put into new business endeavors.
However heading into the winter we lost several of our major shows we do, then several other shows, we sell clothing and dolls at conventions, were miserable as far as us making the money we needed to survive on. If one of our major shows had done better we would be having the convention however show after show after show just did'nt do what it needed in revenue and in the end I cannot ask Kip and Jen who fund the conventon to go into winter again not knowing if we can feed ourselves, if we can pay mortgage etc.
So we had a decision and that decision though hard to make is that we have to cancel the show for this year.
We HOPE that at some point we can bring it back but right now we cancel.

What this means for those of you who have bought tickets?
Beginning Monday we will start refunding everyone money paid for attendance, dinner with Peter Beagle, and vendors.

We ask that if you have any issues getting refunds for hotel or air fare to contact us via email so we can figure out what to do on that. We are hoping this is early enough that things will be ok on both airfare and hotel .

For those who bought pre reg tickets.
So many thanks and so much love and I am sorry that I cannot give you the convention you wanted.
We will however be sending you the goody bags that were going to be given to you.
We will contact you via email to get street addies to send the bags to but we wanted you to have them as a thank you for supporting us.
We will also be asking you to include what doll sizes you would like to see for your goody bag.
We intend these to be the best goody bags in content as a thank you for the support you have given us over the years.
We do appreciate it.

I am hoping this is not the end.
We are hoping this is not the end.
We will keep you updated on all things and as always we will be honest with you on how things are going as I have been from day one.

 

I've also been asked to let everyone know that Angeltoast will be at Nekocon this year.

 

I'm very sad to hear this news. Perhaps a smaller meet up could be arranged for that weekend?

 

Yes I am also sad But there is talk of possibly hosting an online event for all the planned workshops and I'll be putting on the furniture workshop for Nekocon two weeks prior instead!

 

Some of us over on the Dollfie Dreams forums are talking about doing that. We've asked for peoples input and ideas who were flying in and planning to come for this in hopes they might still come down for at least one day. Hopefully we can figure something out so that something can be salvaged from this. If we do decide on doing something, I'll update here about it.

It seriously grieves me to hear that this convention got cancelled. I had such a great time last year and we were looking forward to doing our panels again this year as well as seeing old friends and making new ones. I understand why things happened like they did but that doesn't mean I have to like it. If this convention can be brought back for next year then PLEASE let us know about it so we can try to figure out a better way to set it up so no one has to eat a loss like this time and last. With enuff people helping spread the word and enuff pre-planning, I *KNOW* we can make this convention a real winner for everyone.

 

I'm upset about this, yeah I'm getting a refund, but I really wanted to attend this convention as it was on my birthday & a gift to myself. I loved the idea of going to the workshops & learning things to make my enjoyment of bjd boys lives better! I was going to bring my newest boy with me!

 

Hey guys I hope its ok to post this, but some friends and I are still going to do some workshops and panels in Orlando, FL. We found the perfect venue and it will be held the same weekend.
Here is the link if anybody is interested. I know most major airlines will reroute your flights to another major airport for a fee, for those with nonrefundable airfare!
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Hi all! Actually, I'm not able to make it to NekoCon this year, looks like that was a misunderstanding. Hopefully next year!