The Modern Doll Convention offers a series of free informational Programs every year. There is no charge for these programs, however, seating may be limited for some and is on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Events | Programs, Seminars & Worskhops | Tours & Special Events

BJD101: Demystifying Ball Jointed Dolls - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Presenter: Joo Cholong, Elfdoll, and Judy Johnson, The Doll Peddlar

This program seeks to provide information, satisfy curiosity, and replace confusion with comfort. After the program attendees will have a working knowledge in areas such as size - CM v. Inches - 1/6, 1/4, Dollfie, SD, MSD, Lovely; Asian BJD vs. Ball Jointed Doll vs. American Ball Jointed Doll.; Resin v. Resin.
Increased Vocabulary: Sueding, Faceup, MeetUp, I Improved motor skills as you learn to change parts such as eyes, wigs, feet, hands, and restringing.
Powerpoint™ presentation with the history of Rainman, sculptor and creator of Elfdoll company.
Where to find dolls & supplies - fashions, eyes, wigs, patterns, shoes.
List of websites to continue learning & to join in the play.
You're invited to bring your bjd.
We will have an Exclusive MDCC Elfdoll and Exclusive MDCC DollHeart Fashion.
Joo Cholong, Elfdoll/Artmaze USA, Foreign Trade Manager
Judy Johnson, Doll Peddlar, owner

The Enchantment of Boudoir Dolls - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Presenter: Karen Kosies

Although Boudoir Dolls have been around for over eighty (80) years, they can still hold an enchanting spell over modern collectors who discover them today. Karen Kosies covers both the history and identification of boudoir dolls and will also show how they continue to reflect the current styles and tastes of modern doll collectors. Boudoir Dolls hold a sort of fantasy expressed from the originating idea and further developed over the decades of their production, and so, for many, they are an adventure in and of themselves.

Enchanted Adventures with Madame Alexander Dolls - 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Presenter: Pat Burns

Madame Alexander dolls have been providing enchanted adventures for both children and adults for over eighty-five (85) years. Travel with Pat Burns as she explores these delightful creations from early cloth and composition to current line models.

All are welcome to attend the Seminars, but those who would like to actively participate and receive the doll offered at the Seminars need to pre-pay the fee as noted. A ticket will be issued to those who have paid and only those ticket holders will receive the doll. If all the dolls are not pre-sold out, they will be available at the Registration Desk after the Seminars.

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A Doll Is Not A Sudden Happening - 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Presenter: Maryanne Oldenburg

Join ODACA doll artist Maryanne Oldenburg as she follows the progress for creating a doll – from the concept to the finished product. She will have actual samples of doll parts on hand, for you to examine, which will show the progress of sculpting a doll. This will be followed by a program on “What Is A Girl?” which follows a poem by the same name for which she has created one little doll – Marie – re-sculpted for each line in the poem, of which there are twenty-eight (28) – with all the necessary accessories along with photographs capturing the unfinished ones. Maryanne is offering one of her 10-inch vinyl dolls with a special outfit and wig which will be limited to thirty-five (35) for this convention. Note: There is no fee to attend this Seminar but only attendees with tickets who pre-pay will receive the doll at the Seminar.
Maximum number of paid attendees: 35
Cost: S1 – Oldenburg $125.00

Dressing Your Treasured Doll with Vintage Fabrics- 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Presenter: Beverly Stoehr

CANCELLED Due to a problem with the manufacturer, Seminar is cancelled. The Registrar will contact those signed up with further information

It is recommended that workshop students bring battery-powered clip-on or small plug-in lights to use, if they have them, and feel they might need them.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

WORKSHOPS

Felt-astic Fashion - A Purple Pansy Perfect To fit a ten-inch or 14-inch jointed doll - will also fit Ellowyne Wilde 8:30 - 11:30 AM

Presenter: Rosemarie Ionker

Students will have the choice of selecting an outfit for a 10-inch doll or a 14-inch Kish jointed doll, which will also fit Ellowyne Wilde. Rosemarie will show the students how to finish the silk dress and felt coat with bonnet/headband. The coat will be completed by hand-sewing and students will learn to sew in coat sleeves before finishing the coat with cut-outs according to their own designs. WEAVER ROOM
Students should bring: A basic sewing kit.
Maximum number of Students25
Cost: W1 - Ionker: $76

Sewing 101 for Beginners to the Experienced Sewers - If We All Share, We All Learn! - 2:00 - 4:00 PM

Presenter: Dorinda Balanecki
Dorinda brings her forty (40) plus years of sewing experience to this open forum classroom which will be a sharing and learning experience for everyone at every level of sewing skills. Some of the topics to be discussed are why commercial patterns don't work; what is a sloper and how to make one; learn about sewing tools and how to use them; calibrate your sewing machine to get a perfect seam every time; unlocking the mystery behind all those numbers for needles and threads; taking the fear out of putting zippers in your garments; what are stabilizers and when to use them; scissors and cutting wheels - what works best for you; learn about the correct scale and texture of fabric; and Dorinda will share her favorite sewing tricks. She always leaves one of her workshops with something new she has learned from someone else! You will too. Handouts will be provided to all attendees. WEAVER ROOM
Students should bring: Your favorite sewing tools to share and discuss with the group.
Maximum number of students: 30
Cost: W2 - Balanecki: $14

Create a Pair of Custom Shoes For 14-inch Kish Chrysalis, MSD or SD Size BJD Dolls - 8:00 - 9:30 AM

Presenter: Dale Rae
Join Dale as she demonstrates various decorating trims like ribbon, sequins, rhinestones, braid and other materials that can be glued onto a pair of shoes which will be included in the workshop. A hole- punch technique will also be demonstrated which creates a fun trim around the edge of shoes. Each student will fully decorate a pair of shoes during this workshop and will leave with a beautiful pair of custom shoes for their doll. POTTER ROOM
Students should bring: If you want to decorate your shoes to match an outfit, bring the outfit with you.
Maximum number of students: 25
Cost: W3 - Rae: $25

Basic Straw Hat Making for Small Dolls - 9:30 - 11:30 AM

Presenter: Sandra Cogdill
How can any doll be expected to go on an adventure without the perfect hat? No special skills are required for this workshop as long as you can cut and glue. The hat is constructed with straw braid on a hat mold that can be used over and over again. Once you learn the basics, you can move on to slightly more complex hat molds which will be discussed briefly at the end of the workshop. You will be shown samples of different ways to dress up the hat with ribbons and flowers. You will be using a natural color braid that can either be left as is or you can paint it later to match that special outfit. These hats will fit on most dolls with a head circumference of 8-inches and can be used on many dolls including Ellowyne as well as dolls by Boneka, Kish and Effner, to name a few. POTTER ROOM
Maximum number of students: 30
Cost: W4 - Cogdill: $40

Friday, October 16, 2009

WORKSHOPS

Berry Scary Halloween - 9:00 - 11:00 AM

Presenter: Summer Zilles
In the attic, children find a trunk (to be painted and decorated in the workshop), with costumes and accessories which can be used for Halloween including a devil costume (where you make the horns, tail, cape and pitchfork), and an angel costume with a halo. They can pretend to be a fairy with wings and a wand; a pirate with an eye patch, paper hat and sword; a gypsy with a shawl and overskirt; a movie star with a big bag and a boa; a vampire or witch with a hat and cape; royalty with a crown and cape; or a bride with a veil and bouquet. A white shift is included to wear under any of these costumes. Also included is a trick-or-treat bucket filled with goodies and many other fun things including a pumpkin outfit. These will fit 14-inch dolls as well as Ellowyne Wilde. WEAVER ROOM
Students should bring: Scissors, needles and red thread.
Maximum number of students: 25
Cost: W5 - Zilles: $50

Spring Sundress and Cardigan for a 10-inch Doll - 2:00 - 5:00 PM

Presenter: Maryanne Oldenburg
Maryanne will provide an outfit to fit a 10-inch doll consisting of a simple white cotton knit dress and a red cotton knit jacket. The students will finish a rolled hem at the neckline and armholes. The side seams and shoulder seems will be pre-sewn. The dress may be hemmed to fit the doll of the student's choice. A special iron-on design will be provided for applying to the front of the dress. The jacket will be pre-cut, with arm and side seams finished. The students will complete the jacket with a buttonhole or blanket stitch with yellow embroidery floss. WEAVER ROOM.
Students should bring: Your doll, small sharp scissors and a basic sewing kit.
Maximum number of students: 25
Cost: W6 - Oldenburg: $60

Enchanted Enhancements - 8:30 - 11:30 AM

Presenter: Berdine Creedy and Michele Hardy
The wonderful BJD sculpts by Berdine Creedy and the artistry of Michele Hardy's face-ups are combined in this workshop. Detailed demonstrations on BJD face-up techniques, discussion of style and color selection, and methods of adding fantasy elements will be presented. Finishing, eyelashes, and basic BJD how-tos will also be presented. Starting with a fully prepped and partially painted resin head (Creedy 12-3/4-inch BJD size), students will learn easy and enchanting enhancement methods to do face-ups. Choose to do a normal face-up or a fantasy one, and leave with a fully completed BJD head ready to further customize to your own OOAK doll. POTTER ROOM
Students should bring: Reading glasses (if needed).
Maximum number of students: 20
Cost: W7 - Creedy/Hardy: $100

Needle Felt a Stick Pony Toy for your Child Dolls! - 2:00 - 4:30 PM

Presenter: Barlee Rumburg
CANCELLED
Presenter unable to attend

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