Atlanta Ball Jointed Doll Convention 2013

I am proud to present a project that has been a year or so in the making.
We have a great line up of guests and vendors and will be adding more.
There will be several contests one for sewing, one for modding/faceups and a costume contest.
Dj and Live band.
We are still working on all the details and announcing more and more fun events, workshops, and panels as we get closer to the event.

ATLANTA BALL JOINTED DOLL CONVENTION

October 18 - 20, 2013

A doll Convention for the fans by fans.

Eat. Sleep. Play. BJD.

https://www.facebook.com/AtlantaBall...vention?ref=hl
http://atlantaballjointeddollconvention.com/

The Atlanta Ball Jointed Doll Convention will be held at the Holiday Inn-Atlanta Perimeter Atlanta Georgia.

Room rates are 79.00 / night for four people including breakfast.

Atlanta, Georgia 30341

When calling to reserve your room please let them know the event name and the date being held.

4386 Chamblee Dunwoody Road I-285 @ Exit # 30

Atlanta, Georgia 30341

Hotel: 770-457-6363

Fax: 770-458-5282

Ticket Prices...

July through September 35.00

At the door 40.00

Registration can be done on the webpage or via paypal the addy for that is [email protected]
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There will be two major contests...

Sewing Contest


As big fans of the show 'Project Runway' we thought it would be a great idea to have our own version as a contest for those seamstresses out there.

Between the dates of August 1, 2013 and October 1st, 2013 we are calling on any who would want to enter to submit entries.

The theme is Fall Garden Party and all entries should be reminiscent of fall with colors, concepts, etc.
Another underlining theme you can also incorporate is Halloween/Classic Monsters.
Contestants are asked to make three outfits in a mini collection for your dolls that work together as a runway inspired show.

As with the show you want to make them lovely and not costumey though you may do one as a costume piece seeing that it is Halloween you might even do that pc as Haute Couture.

These outfits will be shown on Friday of the convention during opening ceremonies and the 'surprise' will be given to you of having to make one more outfit out of unconventional items that we will provide for you.

We ask that you bring any fabric that was used in the collection with you so that your fourth look will be cohesive with the rest of your collection.

On Sunday before Closing Ceremonies we will ask those entered to hand in your fourth design and then all four piece's will be judged on cohesiveness, style, attention to detail, and creativity.

The winner will then be chosen and prizes awarded accordingly.


Prizes

1st Prize: Winner will be featured in Alison Rasmussen's new book. She will interview the winner and also do a photo shoot with their doll for the book. The winning fashion will be featured in the book in pattern form with basic instructions. Winners will be given full credit in the book, a free copy of the book upon publication, and wholesale cost on the book in any quantity in the future. Winner also gets a Pre Registered VIP ticket to next years convention.

2nd Prize: Second place winner gets a free admission to next years convention and an outfit by Marbled Halls

3rd Prize: Third place winner gets a CD of patterns and some awesome fabric and trims.


More info can be found here... https://www.facebook.com/notes/atlanta-ball-jointed-doll-convention/sewing-contest/427941470654020




Modding contest...


Modding Contest
With the level of creativity in the doll comunity and with it being Halloween how can we NOT do a Mod/Faceup Challenge?
Do you like to do modifications on your dolls?
Do you enjoy doing faceups?
Let us see what you can do.
Between the dates of August 1, 2013 and October 1st, 2013 we are calling on any who would want to enter to submit entries.
There is no theme though if you want to run with it and do something in theme with the convention that is awesome and the themes for the convention are Halloween/Fall and for t his year Classic Monsters.Contestants are asked to film or video the entire process from start to finish.
Your doll ( one entry per contestant please) will be entered via the net and then on Friday of the convention when you register the registration will take a pic of the doll and give you a special badge for the doll.
Friday there will be a panel where you will show your doll and then let us display him/her in the vendor area for everyone to see.
On Sunday before Closing Ceremonies we will have the dolls judged by a panel of guests.


Prizes

1st Prize: Winner will be featured in Alison Rasmussen's new book. She will interview the winner and also do a photo shoot with their doll for the book.
The winner is also asked to give a basic tutorial with instructions to be included in the magazine. Winners will be given full credit in the book, a free copy of the book upon publication, and wholesale cost on the book in any quantity in the future. Winner also gets a Pre Registered VIP ticket to next years convention.

2nd Prize: Second place winner gets a free admission to next years convention and an bottle of MSC.

3rd Prize: Third place winner gets a can of MSC.

More info here...
https://www.facebook.com/notes/atla...nvention/doll-modding-contest/427978197317014

 

Contests added to facebook page...
There will be two major contests...

Sewing Contest


As big fans of the show 'Project Runway' we thought it would be a great idea to have our own version as a contest for those seamstresses out there.

Between the dates of August 1, 2013 and October 1st, 2013 we are calling on any who would want to enter to submit entries.

The theme is Fall Garden Party and all entries should be reminiscent of fall with colors, concepts, etc.
Another underlining theme you can also incorporate is Halloween/Classic Monsters.
Contestants are asked to make three outfits in a mini collection for your dolls that work together as a runway inspired show.

As with the show you want to make them lovely and not costumey though you may do one as a costume piece seeing that it is Halloween you might even do that pc as Haute Couture.

These outfits will be shown on Friday of the convention during opening ceremonies and the 'surprise' will be given to you of having to make one more outfit out of unconventional items that we will provide for you.

We ask that you bring any fabric that was used in the collection with you so that your fourth look will be cohesive with the rest of your collection.

On Sunday before Closing Ceremonies we will ask those entered to hand in your fourth design and then all four piece's will be judged on cohesiveness, style, attention to detail, and creativity.

The winner will then be chosen and prizes awarded accordingly.


Prizes

1st Prize: Winner will be featured in Alison Rasmussen's new book. She will interview the winner and also do a photo shoot with their doll for the book. The winning fashion will be featured in the book in pattern form with basic instructions. Winners will be given full credit in the book, a free copy of the book upon publication, and wholesale cost on the book in any quantity in the future. Winner also gets a Pre Registered VIP ticket to next years convention.

2nd Prize: Second place winner gets a free admission to next years convention and an outfit by Brandon Wilkes of Wicked Stitchery.

3rd Prize: Third place winner gets a CD of patterns and some awesome fabric and trims.


More info can be found here... https://www.facebook.com/notes/atlanta-ball-jointed-doll-convention/sewing-contest/427941470654020




Modding contest...


Modding Contest
With the level of creativity in the doll comunity and with it being Halloween how can we NOT do a Mod/Faceup Challenge?
Do you like to do modifications on your dolls?
Do you enjoy doing faceups?
Let us see what you can do.
Between the dates of August 1, 2013 and October 1st, 2013 we are calling on any who would want to enter to submit entries.
There is no theme though if you want to run with it and do something in theme with the convention that is awesome and the themes for the convention are Halloween/Fall and for t his year Classic Monsters.Contestants are asked to film or video the entire process from start to finish.
Your doll ( one entry per contestant please) will be entered via the net and then on Friday of the convention when you register the registration will take a pic of the doll and give you a special badge for the doll.
Friday there will be a panel where you will show your doll and then let us display him/her in the vendor area for everyone to see.
On Sunday before Closing Ceremonies we will have the dolls judged by a panel of guests.


Prizes

1st Prize: Winner will be featured in Alison Rasmussen's new book. She will interview the winner and also do a photo shoot with their doll for the book.
The winner is also asked to give a basic tutorial with instructions to be included in the magazine. Winners will be given full credit in the book, a free copy of the book upon publication, and wholesale cost on the book in any quantity in the future. Winner also gets a Pre Registered VIP ticket to next years convention.

2nd Prize: Second place winner gets a free admission to next years convention and an bottle of MSC.

3rd Prize: Third place winner gets a can of MSC.

More info here...
https://www.facebook.com/notes/atla...nvention/doll-modding-contest/427978197317014

 

Vendors list can be found here... https://www.facebook.com/notes/atla...o-be-announced-as-we-get-them/427140060734161

Current vendors list added...

(NOTENot a complete list please visit the link to see complete list of vendors.)

Wolfhome Adventuring Outfitters
http://www.wolfhomeadventuring.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wolfhome-Adventuring-Outfitters/116199835088027
We are a small coalition of fabric junkies, seamstresses, and crafters. We have been making costumes for over a decade.
Our business has grown out of our personal interest and love of costuming and recreational events; including SCA, conventions, and live action gaming. Since we have participated in these events we have personal experience in the needs that these scenes can create. We are proud to make a contribution to communities that have brought a great deal of enrichment to our lives.




Berdine Creedy
http://www.berdinecreedy.com/
www.netcollecting.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Berdine-Creedy/105134082859238Berdine Creedy (originally from South Africa) is a doll artist located in Gainesville, Florida





Glenna Hartwell/Dollstories
http://www.DollStories.com
http://dollstories-bjd.blogspot.com/DollStories is a company based in the Eastern United States. The DollStories team is made up of professional artists, artisans, and product designers.



Alison Boyd Rasmussen
http://fashiondollreview.blogspot.com/
http://bjdsforbeginners.blogspot.com/https://
www.facebook.com/alison.b.rasmussenAlison is the founder and editor of the Fashion Doll Review, and author of the book BJD's for Beginners.




Sinclair Jewelry
http://www.etsy.com/shop/jewelrybysinclair
http://www.sinclairjewelry.com/
Gemstone Jewelry and accessories for Dolls, including crowns, tiaras, armor and wings, made from metal.

Brandy Sinclair began metalworking at a young age, honing her skills in one grandfather’s workshop, and at her other grandfather’s farm. Being of Welsh, Seneca, Cherokee and Scottish heritage, her love of history was sparked early by numerous family legends and cultural lore. Luckily, she grew up just down the street from her hometown's library and was able to spend many cozy hours curled up by the fireplace or hidden deep in the archive stacks. She first became interested in dolls as a way to challenge herself by working in miniature, but as she learned more about them she fell in love with their beauty and personality. Brandy's favorite part about making doll accessories is the freedom she has to create bold, fantastic pieces that would be difficult to execute in full scale.



Bishonnen House
http://www.bishonenhouse.com/
https://www.facebook.com/BishonenHouse




Plaid Dragon Designs
http://www.etsy.com/shop/angelapwade



Flaunt It Fashion
https://www.facebook.com/flauntitfashion
Steampunk clothing and accessories as well as demos of custom work




Grace of the Goddess
http://www.etsy.com/shop/shilenhttps://
www.facebook.com/pages/Grace-of-the-Goddess-Designs-by-Shilen/117128168335659?ref=br_rs
Handmade, Lolita and Steampunk Inspired Accessories for Special Occasions and Everyday Wear.Grace of the Goddess is owned and operated by Paulina "Shilen" Gato. We are based in Miami, FL but attend comic book/anime shows across the east coast. Our goal is to provide high quality, handmade products at reasonable prices.


Demi Designz
http://www.demidesignz.com/
DemiDesignzCustom rave, cosplay, clothing, and gear for you and your super dollfies.


Duae Designs
http://www.etsy.com/shop/duaecat
Doll clothes, small crafts, possibly OOAK doll fullsets

 

Thanks Cat I think I've fixed it now.
I suck at html coding and combined with copying it into fb it did some weird compression thing and ran everything together.

 

I had not seen one yet AmyAngel.

 

Would the discussion thread go under meetups/conventions/general discussions?
I am not being dense just not quite sure where to put it.

 

There is this thread... http://www.denofangels.com/forums/s...ighlight=atlanta+ball+jointed+doll+convention

And I've made the facebook account for this open/public so anyone can read it.
Everything on the Facebook page will be mirrored on the facebook page as well.