Organizations

Antique Reproduction Doll Costumes
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/antique_reproduction_doll_costumes
This is now the new home of Antique Reproduction Doll Costumes. We will use this space to share sewing tips, materials resources and links to vintage sewing and pattern websites. We can also swap original patterns and pictures of finished costumes. I am devoting this site to our beloved Hazel Ulseth and Helen Shannon, tireless costume researchers who have shared their wonderful knowledge through many books and patterns.

Antique Reproduction Dollmakers
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/antiquereproduction/
Our motto: Learn from the past, create for the future, treasure for all time. A place for doll makers interested in creating authentic reproductions of cherished antique dolls to share resources, tips, and show off their work. All dollmakers are welcome, but please keep topics to antique reproductions.

Artist Doll & Teddy Bear Club
http://www.quinlanmuseum.com/
The purpose of the Artist Doll & Teddy Bear Club is to create a forum for those interested in the creation and collection of artist dolls and teddy bears in order to make it easier for you to enjoy and have fun in your pursuit of common interests. The Club is intended for those interested in learning more about the history, variety, creation, preservation, value, craftsmanship, quality and appreciation of artist dolls and teddy bears as well as making new friends with similar passions. You can enroll in the Club at no cost to you when you submit your Convention Registration Form, enroll at the convention, or submit the Club Membership Form at http://www.quinlanmuseum.com/convention (click on “Artist Doll & Teddy Bear Club”)
Post Office Box 3218
Santa Barbara, CA 93130
Phone: (805) 730-1707
Email: sq@quinlanmuseum.com

AR_Marketplace
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AR_Marketplace
This is the official marketplace for Antique Reproduction Dolls Members. If you have doll related products or services to sell this is the place to do it rather than posting on the main group.

Childhood Fantasies
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Childhood_Fantasies/
A group for modern doll makers. Ask questions, get answers, meet other doll makers, share pictures of your work. The sponsor would also like this to be a community of porcelain doll artists to promote this wonderful passion. Feel free to ask questions, write about your current or favorite projects, post pictures of doll shows or your shops...have fun here and help each other!!

Doll Artisan Guild
http://dollartisanguild.org
The Doll Artisan Guild (D.A.G.) is a member organization for porcelain dollmakers.You can learn how to make the most beautiful porcelain dolls for yourself, family and friends when you join the Doll Artisan Guild.. Publishers of the well known magazine, Dolls beautiful and hold seminars to train doll makers around the world to make excellent reproduction dolls.Award certifications and degrees to qualified doll makers in the art who successfully complete their training programs.
P.O. Box 1113
Oneonta,, NY 13820-5113
Phone: 1-607-432-4977
Email: info@dollartisanguild.org

Doll Doctors' Association
http://www.dolldoctorsassociation.com/
“Dedicated to the sharing of knowledge, techniques and philosophies associated with the restoration and preservation of antique and modern dolls.” Also has a good map for locating repair services near you.

Doll Dreamers Society
http://www.expressionsdolls.com/ddsform.html
The Doll Dreamers Guild was conceived by Dianna Effner as a means of sharing all that she has learned over a 30 year career in Porcelain Doll Artistry with those who would participate in her program to learn and teach her painting techniques and much, much more. Members Learn new techniques, receive extra mold and supply discounts, have access to tutorials, demos, and interactive forums. Support for groups and studios in preparing workshops and projects. Take part in annual doll making challenge for members only.
Expressions
PO Box 174
Jamestown, MO 65046
Phone: 660 849-2424
Email: info@dolldreamersguild.com

Extreme Reproduction Dollmakers
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Extreme_Reproduction_Dollmakers
A group for antique reproduction dollmakers devoted to doing things the old fashioned way, all by ourselves. We are not afraid to break a few rules and make our own slips, molds, eyes, bodies and wigs and do dolls our way without any guild to waggle their fingers and say 'that’s not right'. :D

French fashion Doll Sewing Club
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/frenchfashiondollsewingclub/?yguid=146950183
This group is dedicated to the very enjoyable hobby of making clothing and accessories for all sizes of French Fashion dolls, both antique and reproduction. By sharing and learning we can all enrich our experience with these beautiful dolls!! This is a place where we can meet to discuss the practical aspects of sewing for French fashion dolls: patterns, dolls, kits, materials, authentic style etc.

International Doll Makers Association
http://www.idmadolls.com
IDMA is a “sharing and caring” group of doll makers. In 1972, a small group of enthusiastic doll makers decided they wanted to form an organization in order to share dreams and ideas with doll makers in other parts of the world. The organization is known as International Doll Makers Association and the goals are still the same

Le Salon de Bleuette
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bleuette/?yguid=62869135
Le Salon de Bleuette is dedicated to everything Bleuette -- the French doll produced as a premium for La Semaine de Suzette, a French children's magazine published by Gautier-Languereau between 1905 and 1960. We focus on the history of Bleuette, her Gautier Langereau fashions, and the patterns produced in the LSDS magazines.

Midwest Doll Business Associates (MDBA)
http://www.mdbadollfestival.com/index.html
The Midwest Doll Business Association (MDBA) is a non-profit organization formed in 1998 for the purpose of promoting the reproduction of antique and modern artist porcelain dolls. Our members are doll studio owners and instructors, each with many years of experience, specialties and varied talents, who volunteer their time and efforts to host doll events. Doll shows and festivals sponsored by the MDBA will give you the opportunity to network with other dollmakers, enhance your dollmaking knowledge and skills, and learn new techniques in workshops/seminars. Vendors from all over the world will give you access to all of the products you need to create dolls and doll accessories. People representing varied doll-related interests, such as miniatures, cloth and antique doll collecting, are invited.
Phone: Phone: 847-827-0416
Email: m.zoch@sbcglobal.net

My Bleu Heaven
http://bleuette.webs.com
For bleuette lovers. Information about, and pictures of Bleuettes

National Antique Doll Dealers Association
http://www.nadda.org/
The National Antique Doll Dealers Association was formed to promote integrity in the doll world. NADDA members adhere to a strict CODE OF ETHICS, and guarantee the age, attribution, and physical condition of dolls in writing upon purchase. NADDA boasts some of the premier authorities on antique dolls among its membership, and members share their knowledge by hosting doll seminars and special exhibits nationwide. Locate dealers near you through their Member Directory to buy, sell, or find the value of a doll. The membership also proposes to actively work to support educational and informative programs on a local and national basis.

National Institute of American Doll Artists (NIADA)
http://www.niada.org/arch_dollmaking_5-99.html
The National Institute o fAmerican Doll Artists is a wor;dwide organization of joll artists, supportive patrons and friends whose purpose is to promote the art of the original handmade doll.

Porcelain Doll Bulletin Board/Doll Makers Forum
http://wwvisions.com/craftbb/porcelaindolls.html
Also called the Blue Board. Ask questions, find answers, offer things for sale.

The Bleuette Sewing Club
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BleuetteSewingClub/
BSC is for fans of Bleuette, her friends, and family. We challenge each other in making historical LSDS patterns and others, and we enjoy fashion photos, activities, and fellowship. We will not always be historically correct, though--our aim is to have fun with Bleuette!

The Dolls House Forum
http://thedollshouseforum.forumotion.com/forum.htm
Visit our forum to meet dolls house and miniature enthusiasts; buy, sell or search for doll house/miniature items.

The United Federation of Doll Clubs, Inc.
http://www.ufdc.org
Members of the United Federation of Doll Clubs are united by their appreciation for dolls. The objectives of the non-profit organization are to create, stimulate and maintain a national and international interest in all matters pertaining to doll collecting. There are chapters of this organization all over the country. Active in learning about dolls, dressing and restoring dolls. Many doll makers involved.
10900 North Pomona Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64153
Phone: Phone: 1-816-891-704

Universal Doll Society
http://www.universaldollsociety.com
The Universal Doll Society was founded by Jean Castille of Louisiana. We sponsor a yearly Festival to promote porcelain doll making. Our festival includes workshops, luncheon activities, and a Banquet followed by an auction of doll related items. We have a large number of members from over 14 states. We are always interested in attracting new members who are as passionate about making dolls as we are.
Email: patsymeyer@netscape.com

Vintage Bleuettes
http://www.vintagebleuettes.com
Bleuettes' History, costuming projects, Links to free patterns

Know of an organization that isn’t listed? Send me an email at karen@yakkityyakdolls.com.