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A Call to Doll Makers and other Doll Lovers, Let's network!


I took a little break from teaching this year because I wanted to explore some ways to teach on line. It seems that people aren't inclined to travel as much as they did a few years ago. The internet is growing so rapidly and even the doll makers are getting connected. It seems only natural that the next step would be to make doll classes available on-line. Well, I still have a lot more exploring to do as far as creating things like video tutorials and complete courses in doll artistry. I think we're all experiencing the time crunch and finding there aren't enough hours to do all the things we want to do. I know that I still want to teach and share what I am learning with other doll people. I am working on developing some techniques for painting more realistic baby dolls. I call it "Reborning" porcelain. This is just one of the ideas I am working on. I have a feeling that the way to teach on-line is coming soon.

It seem to me the step I need to take right now is to get reconnected with my dear old doll friends and get connected with some new friends too. Living and working in isolation in rural Missouri I crave association with others who share my passion for creative doll making.

The longest journey begins with the first step, as they say in the east. Today I would like to invite any of you who are so inclined to join me in exploring the many possibilities available to us, to work and learn (and play) together using the internet as the means of getting together.

Friends, new and old......This is your invitation to join the Doll Dreamers Society.

Some of you were members of the Doll Dreamers Guild for a while. I've taken the technique guides that I created for the DDG and put them on-line. These will be available only to members of the DDS.

The Doll Dreamer's Guild was mainly concerned with teaching DEEP Technique. (DEEP TEchnique stands for Dianna Effner Eye Painting Technique)

The Doll Dreamers Society will be dedicated to teaching, sharing and having fun while learning all the skills that have to do with doll making. The DDS will be more interactive than the DDG due to it's internet orientation. The Doll Dreamers Society is not only for doll makers but also for folks who like to make things for dolls, like costumers, designers and crafters. We also welcome those who like to collect, display and play with our studio made dolls. (Yes, you can play with porcelain dolls!)

I'd like to call on some of those who would join the Doll Dreamers' Society to consider getting involved in the planning and formation of the organization. Let us know your thoughts and intentions when you register. This will be your organization. I have a vision which I will lay out for you, to decide if it is something that you would like to take part in. - Dianna Effner

Here are some of the things we would like to offer today to our DDS Members:

From Expressions:
Special DDS Members Only SALES • Tips, tricks and techniques from Dianna Effner*

In the works:
Specially designed doll projects• Video Tutorials and demos •
Interactive Site• Member Directory • On-line Doll Mall

More tips, tricks and techniques
Support for groups and studios in preparing workshops and projects.
Members only Yahoo Group. DDS Members-Only Annual Challenge

Future Possibilities:
Specialty workshops and seminars at the Jamestown Studio.
• Annual event for Doll Lovers and Dreamers • Home study courses

Join the Doll Dreamer's Society today!
Take advantage of a limited time DDS Members-Only Sale

*Included in the package available to members we will be posting full color DEEP
TEchnique instructions for painting Nicole, Laura and Portrait head #1

*For a limited time these molds will be
50% off to members of the DDSs

Nicole Head 12"
Sweet Petite Body with choice of arms
Hands, Feet, Shoulder Plate and body pattern
for the original Nicole also available
Laura size 24", 18" or 14" complete
Portrait #1 !8" 14" or 10" complete

Click to see the dolls on special below:

| Nicole | Portrait #1 | Laura |

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Were you a former Doll Dreamers Guild Member?

Please tell us something about yourself. For example, what of your experience in doll making. Do you have specialty? Maybe you are mainly interested in the area of costuming. Would you be willing to take part in a team of organizers and planners. What are your special qualifications. Do you have an idea that you would like to share. If you need more space than what is provided please use the back or an additional sheet of paper.

VERY IMPORTANT! TO JOIN THE DDS YOU MUST SIGN THIS AGREEMENT

Confidentiality Agreement: I understand that as a member of the Doll Dreamer's Society, I will have access to Copyrighted materials which are the intellectual property of Dianna Effner. As a member of the Doll Dreamers' Society I will protect the copyrighted videos and technique guides by not copying them, selling or loaning them to non members. I understand that this confidentiality is for the good of all the group members as this information and material will give members of the DDS an advantage in the world of doll making. AGREE

    

Yes, I want to Join the DDS!

If you would like to call in your credit card information, Please call 800.452.2480 or pay below to join using Paypal.

Or mail a check or money order to: Expressions • P O Box 174 • Jamestown, MO 65046

$29.95/year 

You will hear from us by email that you are an official member of The Doll Dreamers' Society and you will receive links to the instructional materials and special offers.

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