<![CDATA[2021 St. Louis BJD Convention - Blog]]>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:13:03 -0600Weebly<![CDATA[We Miss you, stay safe]]>Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:13:28 GMThttp://www.stlbjdcon.com/blog/we-miss-you-stay-safeWe're sad we've had to postpone due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and we missed seeing everyone this weekend. But it's more important that everyone stay safe during the outbreak. 

We look forward to announcing our rescheduled event, after we've set a date. It's currently still TBD. 

We are coordinating with our venue, Manhattan Antique Marketplace, please watch our website for updates.

In the meantime, please take a look at some of our great past vendors, many of whom sell online:

Alison Rasmussen
Bast's Garden
Batchix

Connie Lowe
Crimson Chimera
CODENOiR
The Countess

Dittmer ArtBarn
Doll Corner
Doll Them All Emporium

Equisite Fashions for BJDs by Charie Wilson
Evil Little Girls
Fate Laughing Illustrations
Judy Porter Dolls

McGhee's Miniatures
The Mushroom Peddler
Seed Dolls

Silverbeam's Magic
Snowflakey Lady
Soo Zee Plum
SUScreations]]><![CDATA[SPRING EVENT POSTPONED]]>Sun, 05 Apr 2020 21:27:19 GMThttp://www.stlbjdcon.com/blog/spring-event-postponedDue to the COVID-19 outbreak, we are postponing our spring doll meet. We will be coordinating with our venue, Manhattan Antique Marketplace, to determine our new event date.

At this time, we don't want to cancel the event outright, but may need to depending on how the next few months unfold. Please watch this space for updates.

We hope all our dolly friends stay safe during this tough time.


]]><![CDATA[Come to our 3rd Annual Nightmare Before Christmas Doll Meet!!]]>Sun, 13 Oct 2019 23:24:47 GMThttp://www.stlbjdcon.com/blog/come-to-our-3rd-annual-nightmare-before-christmas-doll-meet​The St. Louis BJD Convention Presents the 3rd Annual Nightmare Before Christmas Doll Meet!

Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 1pm to 5pm

The Manhattan Antique Marketplace 
10431 St Charles Rock Rd, St Ann, MO 63074


We will have:
  • Vendors peddling fabulous goodies
  • Stay warm with our buffet of fall drinks and light nibbles
  • Themed photo displays for your dolls
  • Costume contest with prizes for best dressed human and best dressed doll
  • And presents under the tree

Our Fall Meet activity will be making doll scale edible caramel apples

Come one, Come all!]]><![CDATA[Happy Happy happy hour!]]>Fri, 05 Apr 2019 14:25:46 GMThttp://www.stlbjdcon.com/blog/happy-happy-happy-hour
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Friday, April 12th from 6pm-9pm, we are kicking off our 2019 St. Louis Ball Jointed Doll convention with a Happy Hour Meet-and-Greet at a brand new location:
Third Wheel Brewing Company in St. Peters, MO!

This event will replace our usual banquet, but we will still have our usual fun:
  • raffles and auctions
  • large sturdy tables,
  • Snacks and soft drinks
This year, instead of charging a fee for the food, we are letting everyone buy their own dinner or snacks from "The Window", and the big new change is the available bar! You are responsible for your own bar tab, but if you let them know that you're with STLBJD, the sodas will be free.

But wait! There's More!
We will have a free-for-all crafting supply bin! These are donated crafting supplies that we can't offer at the main event at Jackman's on Saturday, so we have decided to offer them on a first-come-first-served basis. Please feel free to paw through the box and take home a bag of special goodies!

Feel free to bring a significant other, friend, or family member for a fun Friday event!

Third Wheel Brewing Co
4008 N. Service Rd.
St. Peters, MO 63376

Exit 225
at Cave Springs and 70
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]]><![CDATA[STLBJDCON - Two Months Away!]]>Sun, 18 Feb 2018 02:57:16 GMThttp://www.stlbjdcon.com/blog/stlbjdcon-two-months-away​We’re two months away from the convention! 
It’s been a colder than normal winter in St. Louis and we’re ready for spring! Steampunk is a theme we’re very excited about - many of our staff have also done many steampunk events in the past, so don your goggles and ready your Nerf Mavericks! Please find information on registration, programming, and vending below.

Any additional questions? Check out the FAQ on the website or contact us.
 Call for ArtWe’d love to show off your doll’s Steampunk best!
If you would like to showcase your credited Steampunk art in the programming book, contact Jen!
Registration Information

Friday Night Banquet - $25
Not just your average banquet, we provide a local showcase of food and live entertainment with Contests, Raffles, and Auctions to get the convention started! This event is also great for friends and family, not just dolly folk. Please note any food restrictions you may have on the registration form - we aim to provide for everyone!

Saturday Convention - $25
Our convention brings a doll meet feel but with new friends from across the country. We offer panels, hands on workshops, vendors from across the US, auctions, photo areas, auctions, raffles, and more! 
 
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Programming Information

Our panels and workshops have spanned a wide range of topics including BJD care, storytelling, doll creation and history - we even bring in sewing machines for clothing creation! Some workshops may require an additional price for material costs. You can purchase these after registering online or at the convention.

Interested in running programming?
We’d love to hear about your idea! Please contact Claire at programming@stlbjdcon.com - panelists receive a discount on their convention rate!
Vending Information

Interested in Vending at our convention? We accept BJD and related vending - especially if it’s Steampunk themed this year!

An 8' x 6' vending space and one badge is $50, with additional tables and/or badges at $25. Provided tables are a minimum of 3' x 8' - you are welcome to provide your own table as long as it fits within the confines of your vending space.

To register, please visit: http://www.stlbjdcon.com/vending-registration.html

If you know a vendor that may be interested in our convention, or have any questions, contact Karin at vending@stlbjdcon.com.
Workshop Feature: Facinating Fascinators
These over-the-top headpieces are no longer reserved for royalty. This one is easy to make and even easier on your wallet.  This workshop will supply you with all you need to make over the top headdresses for your dolls.  Boys, Girls, tiny to 70cm, Nan will walk you through the step by step process on how to decorate and accentuate any outfit.  Workshop material cost: $10.

Panel Feature: How to Hybrid your BJD 101
Everything (well, most things) you need to know to hybrid your doll! How to find the perfect fit for what you want, and tricks to fix it when it’s not quite perfect. See some hybrids, bring your own, and get ready to share, discuss and hopefully learn a little about that thing we lovingly call the “frankendoll". Hosted by Dea!
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November 18th

1-5 pm

Boy and girls of every age
Wouldn't you like to see something strange?
Come with us and you will see
This our town of Halloween...
Not to mention that special kind of feeling in Christmasland...

This event is free, and everyone that donates nonperishable foods and personal care items for the OBC food pantry will receive a special gift!

  • Bring your dolls and find a photogenic spot in Halloween Town or in the snowy Christmas Village.
  • Enjoy our famous Tea Buffet, with a wide variety of hot and iced teas and punch. Join in on the pot luck of tea snacks and nibbles.
  • Show us your decorating skills at the Holiday Tree Decorating Contest!
  • Peruse the merchant tables for treats or gifts!
    Interested in vending? Contact vendors@stlbjdcon.com
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]]><![CDATA[Pre-Registration Sale!]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 22:19:13 GMThttp://www.stlbjdcon.com/blog/pre-registration-saleThank you to everyone who was able to join us for our 2017 event! As we mentioned at closing ceremonies, we are offering a special pre-registration rate for our 2018 convention from now until April 12th!

Pre-registration rates until April 12th, 2017:
$10 Friday
$10 Saturday
$35 Vending

After 4/12 the rate will increase by $15 for each, so don't delay!


Next Year's Theme: Steampunk

Date: Spring 2018 We're aiming for early March 2018, so stay tuned!
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