Programming

Doll reviewer, video blogger, and DollCon Dallas hostess-with-the-mostest Asenva will kick off the con with introductions and help us get to know each other!

https://www.dollcondallas.com/vendor-room/ Large bags (such as duffel bags), rolling doll carriers, luggage, and strollers are prohibited. They may not be used as walking assistance devices. All beverages must have secured lids. The Vendor Room has a capacity of 100 people. If this limit is reached, there may be a wait for vendor room entrance. No sitting is allowed in the vendor room. Our hangout room and the lobby area have space to rest, chat, and put your dolls down. Our vendor room, like all DollCon Dallas spaces, accommodates wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility devices. Only dealers who have paid for a vendor table and who have signed a contract with DollCon Dallas may sell anything. The exception is at the Swap ‘N’ Sell meet on Sunday afternoon.

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms You’re welcome to do small crafts in the hangout room that will not impact other attendees or their dolls. No chemicals, spraying, sanding, noises, art supplies that could transfer to others, etc. If you have a spill or mess of any kind, please let the room managers know. They can assist with cleanup and provide a clean tablecloth if necessary. If you have mobility issues and would like us to reserve a seat for your use during the convention, please send an email with your name and requirements (near an aisle, in a corner, etc.) to: ADMIN@DOLLCONDALLAS.COM

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms.

Sam Szczesny-Dale of Nocturne Doll Studio will teach a fantasy faceup with a limited-choice palette so you can customize your eye shadow. You’ll also learn how to do a simple watercolor pencil tattoo. Soft pastels, watercolor pencils, sparkle powder, and acrylic gloss will be used. The instructor will do the sealant spraying. All materials except sealant will be provided in a mini faceup kit for you to take home. You can purchase a con-exclusive head from Logan Dolls for the discounted price of $50 or bring you own resin head. We apologize for the price increase, but Doll Family-A has discontinued their practice heads. ***PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY***

Make a custom-sized hat for your doll! Choose from three fun animal designs (cat, frog, and axolotl). The workshop price includes all materials needed to make one hat out of felt in the size of your choice, plus a mini sewing kit to take home. Hats will require minor amounts of hand sewing–prior sewing knowledge is not required! You must preregister for this workshop.

Jacob Hosey, sculptor and faceup artist, will take you through his process of creating a new doll from concept development to sculpting, producing and selling a finished product.

Wondering how to take better doll photos with your phone? DollCon Dallas’ own Shelly Sisk will take you through the basics of phone and doll photography and then let you try what you’ve learned in our photography room. Spots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, so pre-register today! You may attend either the Saturday or Sunday workshop, but not both. Please note that this is a STANDING WORKSHOP as we do not have chairs in the photography room.

Asenva shares her knowledge for making videos that you can post on your social media platforms.

Emilia Nieminen, sculptor and owner of Inamorata Dolls will be joining us via livestream from Tokyo to tell us about her dolls, sculpting and her focus on inclusion.

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms.

Come make a sweet little pouf seat for your doll! Ros from One Thyrd will guide you through making this cushioned stool. Multiple sizes will be available. If there are open spots available they can be purchased at the One Thyrd table in the vendor room.

Isabel Anderson, the artist behind Moonglow Dolls, will show you how she uses 3D modeling software to create dolls in this remote panel.

Asenva is back with all new games for this perennial favorite!

FREE WORKSHOP Leslie Hogue of Magical Magpie leads this free make-and-take! Seats will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, so please register ahead of time!

If you wish to host a room sale/party, organize a meal outing, or a get-together in the hotel lobby, please PRE-REGISTER by February 9, 2025. When you arrive at con, text your room number to 469-630-2205 by 5pm on Saturday, February 22nd. A list of social events will be posted on the DCD website under the "Room Parties" tab of the Programming menu. Sales and swaps may NOT take place in public areas of the hotel.  Room party end times are the decision of the person hosting the party. *Social events, meals, room parties, etc. are not official DCD events. DollCon Dallas will not monitor, mediate, take responsibility, or assume any liability for events occurring at private social events. Shop and socialize safely!

Doll reviewer, video blogger, and DollCon Dallas hostess-with-the-mostest Asenva will kick off the con with introductions and help us get to know each other!

https://www.dollcondallas.com/vendor-room/ Large bags (such as duffel bags), rolling doll carriers, luggage, and strollers are prohibited. They may not be used as walking assistance devices. All beverages must have secured lids. The Vendor Room has a capacity of 100 people. If this limit is reached, there may be a wait for vendor room entrance. No sitting is allowed in the vendor room. Our hangout room and the lobby area have space to rest, chat, and put your dolls down. Our vendor room, like all DollCon Dallas spaces, accommodates wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility devices. Only dealers who have paid for a vendor table and who have signed a contract with DollCon Dallas may sell anything. The exception is at the Swap ‘N’ Sell meet on Sunday afternoon.

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms You’re welcome to do small crafts in the hangout room that will not impact other attendees or their dolls. No chemicals, spraying, sanding, noises, art supplies that could transfer to others, etc. If you have a spill or mess of any kind, please let the room managers know. They can assist with cleanup and provide a clean tablecloth if necessary. If you have mobility issues and would like us to reserve a seat for your use during the convention, please send an email with your name and requirements (near an aisle, in a corner, etc.) to: ADMIN@DOLLCONDALLAS.COM

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms.

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms.

Sam Szczesny-Dale of Nocturne Doll Studio will teach a fantasy faceup with a limited-choice palette so you can customize your eye shadow. You’ll also learn how to do a simple watercolor pencil tattoo. Soft pastels, watercolor pencils, sparkle powder, and acrylic gloss will be used. The instructor will do the sealant spraying. All materials except sealant will be provided in a mini faceup kit for you to take home. You can purchase a con-exclusive head from Logan Dolls for the discounted price of $50 or bring you own resin head. We apologize for the price increase, but Doll Family-A has discontinued their practice heads. ***PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY***

Make a custom-sized hat for your doll! Choose from three fun animal designs (cat, frog, and axolotl). The workshop price includes all materials needed to make one hat out of felt in the size of your choice, plus a mini sewing kit to take home. Hats will require minor amounts of hand sewing–prior sewing knowledge is not required! You must preregister for this workshop.

Jacob Hosey, sculptor and faceup artist, will take you through his process of creating a new doll from concept development to sculpting, producing and selling a finished product.

Wondering how to take better doll photos with your phone? DollCon Dallas’ own Shelly Sisk will take you through the basics of phone and doll photography and then let you try what you’ve learned in our photography room. Spots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, so pre-register today! You may attend either the Saturday or Sunday workshop, but not both. Please note that this is a STANDING WORKSHOP as we do not have chairs in the photography room.

Asenva shares her knowledge for making videos that you can post on your social media platforms.

Emilia Nieminen, sculptor and owner of Inamorata Dolls will be joining us via livestream from Tokyo to tell us about her dolls, sculpting and her focus on inclusion.

Come make a sweet little pouf seat for your doll! Ros from One Thyrd will guide you through making this cushioned stool. Multiple sizes will be available. If there are open spots available they can be purchased at the One Thyrd table in the vendor room.

Isabel Anderson, the artist behind Moonglow Dolls, will show you how she uses 3D modeling software to create dolls in this remote panel.

Asenva is back with all new games for this perennial favorite!

FREE WORKSHOP Leslie Hogue of Magical Magpie leads this free make-and-take! Seats will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, so please register ahead of time!

If you wish to host a room sale/party, organize a meal outing, or a get-together in the hotel lobby, please PRE-REGISTER by February 9, 2025. When you arrive at con, text your room number to 469-630-2205 by 5pm on Saturday, February 22nd. A list of social events will be posted on the DCD website under the "Room Parties" tab of the Programming menu. Sales and swaps may NOT take place in public areas of the hotel.  Room party end times are the decision of the person hosting the party. *Social events, meals, room parties, etc. are not official DCD events. DollCon Dallas will not monitor, mediate, take responsibility, or assume any liability for events occurring at private social events. Shop and socialize safely!

My Lady Disdain will broadcast a special edition of their YouTube show, Smart Doll News, directly from DollCon Dallas. Whether you’re a collector, or not, you’re sure to learn something about Smart Doll! You don’t need to have a Smartdoll to join in the fun – all dolls are welcome.

https://www.dollcondallas.com/vendor-room/ Large bags (such as duffel bags), rolling doll carriers, luggage, and strollers are prohibited. They may not be used as walking assistance devices. All beverages must have secured lids. The Vendor Room has a capacity of 100 people. If this limit is reached, there may be a wait for vendor room entrance. No sitting is allowed in the vendor room. Our hangout room and the lobby area have space to rest, chat, and put your dolls down. Our vendor room, like all DollCon Dallas spaces, accommodates wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility devices. Only dealers who have paid for a vendor table and who have signed a contract with DollCon Dallas may sell anything. The exception is at the Swap ‘N’ Sell meet on Sunday afternoon.

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms You’re welcome to do small crafts in the hangout room that will not impact other attendees or their dolls. No chemicals, spraying, sanding, noises, art supplies that could transfer to others, etc. If you have a spill or mess of any kind, please let the room managers know. They can assist with cleanup and provide a clean tablecloth if necessary. If you have mobility issues and would like us to reserve a seat for your use during the convention, please send an email with your name and requirements (near an aisle, in a corner, etc.) to: ADMIN@DOLLCONDALLAS.COM

No food or uncapped beverages in the photography room.

Jacob Hosey of Blank Space Dolls will teach beginners how to do a closed-eye faceup with a limited-choice palette so you can customize your eye shadow. You’ll also learn how to apply eyelashes. PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY.

Codi Hite demonstrates her method of re-rooting vinyl doll heads and rooting hair on wig caps for removable wigs.

Wondering how to take better doll photos with your phone? DollCon Dallas’ own Shelly Sisk will take you through the basics of phone and doll photography and then let you try what you’ve learned in our photography room. Spots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, so pre-register today! You may attend either the Saturday or Sunday workshop, but not both. Please note that this is a STANDING WORKSHOP as we do not have chairs in the photography room.

This doll game was such a hit last year that it’s being expanded into a standalone event! Your team will battle the clock to come up with a great cosplay using limited materials. The results will be judged by DCD staff and guests.

Sam Szczesny-Dale of Nocturne Doll will give an overview of the tools, materials, and techniques used to apply and remove semi-permanent tattoos and piercings and answer your questions. Part of the panel will be a free mini class where you can select a small water-decal tattoo and learn apply and seal it!

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms.

Setup time for attendees who registered for free tables at the Swap & Sell event. Located in the workshop room (Livingston A & B)

This event takes place in the Workshop Room (Livingston, 1st Floor).

It is limited to dolls, plushies, figures, or related items that are clean and in good condition. No items intended for humans are allowed. All items must be legitimate (no recasts or bootlegs). No commercial sales.

SELLERS

• You must pre-register online for one of the 35 free spaces. Registration for can be found on our website under the “programming” tab.
• Any leftover spaces will be given at the convention on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Spaces are 3 feet long and are limited to one per attendee. No merchandise may be displayed on the floor or chairs.
• Attendees can request placement at the same table.
• Setup is from 2:30pm – 3:00pm

SHOPPERS

Shoppers may bring only what they can carry in their arms or in a flat, medium-sized tote bag for swapping. No duffels, large bags, or rolling containers

My Lady Disdain will broadcast a special edition of their YouTube show, Smart Doll News, directly from DollCon Dallas. Whether you’re a collector, or not, you’re sure to learn something about Smart Doll! You don’t need to have a Smartdoll to join in the fun – all dolls are welcome.

https://www.dollcondallas.com/vendor-room/ Large bags (such as duffel bags), rolling doll carriers, luggage, and strollers are prohibited. They may not be used as walking assistance devices. All beverages must have secured lids. The Vendor Room has a capacity of 100 people. If this limit is reached, there may be a wait for vendor room entrance. No sitting is allowed in the vendor room. Our hangout room and the lobby area have space to rest, chat, and put your dolls down. Our vendor room, like all DollCon Dallas spaces, accommodates wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility devices. Only dealers who have paid for a vendor table and who have signed a contract with DollCon Dallas may sell anything. The exception is at the Swap ‘N’ Sell meet on Sunday afternoon.

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms You’re welcome to do small crafts in the hangout room that will not impact other attendees or their dolls. No chemicals, spraying, sanding, noises, art supplies that could transfer to others, etc. If you have a spill or mess of any kind, please let the room managers know. They can assist with cleanup and provide a clean tablecloth if necessary. If you have mobility issues and would like us to reserve a seat for your use during the convention, please send an email with your name and requirements (near an aisle, in a corner, etc.) to: ADMIN@DOLLCONDALLAS.COM

No food or uncapped beverages in the photography room.

No food or uncapped beverages in the hangout or photography rooms.

Jacob Hosey of Blank Space Dolls will teach beginners how to do a closed-eye faceup with a limited-choice palette so you can customize your eye shadow. You’ll also learn how to apply eyelashes. PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY.

Codi Hite demonstrates her method of re-rooting vinyl doll heads and rooting hair on wig caps for removable wigs.

Wondering how to take better doll photos with your phone? DollCon Dallas’ own Shelly Sisk will take you through the basics of phone and doll photography and then let you try what you’ve learned in our photography room. Spots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, so pre-register today! You may attend either the Saturday or Sunday workshop, but not both. Please note that this is a STANDING WORKSHOP as we do not have chairs in the photography room.

This doll game was such a hit last year that it’s being expanded into a standalone event! Your team will battle the clock to come up with a great cosplay using limited materials. The results will be judged by DCD staff and guests.

Sam Szczesny-Dale of Nocturne Doll will give an overview of the tools, materials, and techniques used to apply and remove semi-permanent tattoos and piercings and answer your questions. Part of the panel will be a free mini class where you can select a small water-decal tattoo and learn apply and seal it!

Setup time for attendees who registered for free tables at the Swap & Sell event. Located in the workshop room (Livingston A & B)

This event takes place in the Workshop Room (Livingston, 1st Floor).

It is limited to dolls, plushies, figures, or related items that are clean and in good condition. No items intended for humans are allowed. All items must be legitimate (no recasts or bootlegs). No commercial sales.

SELLERS

• You must pre-register online for one of the 35 free spaces. Registration for can be found on our website under the “programming” tab.
• Any leftover spaces will be given at the convention on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Spaces are 3 feet long and are limited to one per attendee. No merchandise may be displayed on the floor or chairs.
• Attendees can request placement at the same table.
• Setup is from 2:30pm – 3:00pm

SHOPPERS

Shoppers may bring only what they can carry in their arms or in a flat, medium-sized tote bag for swapping. No duffels, large bags, or rolling containers