I love specifically doll shows! I went to a toy show that had very few Barbie’s and it was disappointing. I went to a doll show and there were some Barbie’s but mostly vintage baby doll types, then I went to a specifically fashion doll show and it was the best one nothing can top it, mostly Barbie and all the other modern and collector fashion dolls you can think of!
I've been to two doll shows in San Diego and they had everything from frozen Charlottes to the latest Monster High Wednesday doll. It wasn't a huge show, but definitely came home with some bargains both times! I know what you mean about feeling strange at first. I heard L.A. has some big fashion doll only shows but I haven't ventured there yet. Thanks for sharing!
I belong to the UFDC in FL and we put on a show once a year. It mostly consists of antique dolls which I can't afford but I do get an education. Seeing them in real life is something else. I go for more modern types like Blythe, American Girl and there is a few vintage and Barbies on my list but never seem to find. I could probably get them on ebay but I enjoy doll shows soooo much more!
One of these days I will get to go to a doll show. I don’t live near any large city, so I might have to wait until I’m on vacation somewhere. I enjoyed your trip though ❤
Fun show 👍 I've only been to 1 doll show years ago it was a small one in my area & I absolutely loved it! They had all kinds of dolls:vintage, porcelain, Barbies, big dolls, little dolls etc. 😎 I've never seen those jazz dolls, she's beautiful & the bonus one too 😍 That's so cool that she came with a chair 😃 I don't have any Gene dolls but I do have a Robert Tonner Wonder Woman doll that's about 16" tall 😊
Hey Kada! I actually went to a doll show today! It was an absolute blast, and I'm glad to hear you got to go to a toy show last weekend! And funnily enough I actually purchased a Gene doll too! I went to the Atlanta Doll Collector's show in GA. They had a nice mixture of dolls, baby dolls, Barbie, Gene, Madame Alexander, and so many more different kinds of dolls! I didn't have a chance to vlog at the show, but I did film a haul video. Definitely keep going to doll and toy shows, they are the best, and it's so nice to be with other toy collecting people! Fun video!
Sooooo glad you are falling down the Gene rabbit hole. She is incredibly underrated! I dress my Madra in Highland Fling every year around this time, and it looks smashing with her red hair.
@kadawalden You got an incredible deal on Bon Voyage. Dressed dolls were $90+ when they came out 25 years ago! They just made too many... 5000 was the standard edition size back then. So many of the Ashton Drake dolls have gone down in price since release. However, the Jason Wu/Integrity Toys editions of Gene and friends have gone up in value. They were issued in much smaller edition sizes and also, Wu became famous in the years afterwards, attracting a new consumer base. My Wrap Party Zita is one of only 200 dolls and sells for 3-4x her original price. Thank you for coming to my TED Talk!
Lovely dolls. It was nice to see the toy show. I went to the Paris Fashion dolls show twice. This year and the year before. It does not seem that big but believe me, there are enough temptations! There were reborns dolls, quite a few (not for me!), vintage Barbie dolls and outfits (out of my price range lol!), Collectors and many types of Barbie dolls, a few Bratz but not many, Tonner dolls (price issue again, ooops!!, IT Fashion Royalty dolls (out of my price range...) and some Gene dolls (not as many as in your video!). It is just amazing to see all these dolls in real life. Some of them I only see photographed on Flickr. There were also a few artists hand made teddy bears (I have a soft spot for bears🐻 🐻❄), some bjds, hand made outfits for Barbie (some are amazing) etc... The first time I went I bought a Begoths doll, a Barbie outfit and a lil' Bratz still in her packaging. None of them were very expensive. I had a great deal on the Begoths doll at the end of the show because nobody bought it and the seller offered me a lower price without me asking. The second time, I only bought a Gene doll. There were several. I chose that one because I love the black dress she is wearing. I noticed Gene dolls are not very expensive compared to others. I hope I will be able to go there next year.
Wow! I’ve never seen many of those dolls in the wild either, esp IT dolls! I should’ve looked for BeGoths, would’ve loved to find one. You’re right, Gene dolls are very affordable. Maybe someday I’ll travel to Paris to attend a doll show! 🤩 (I can dream 😉)
Kada! It looks like you had so much fun! I would love to see you at a doll show someday. Do you ever think about going to the National Convention? I am fortunate to live near Bradley Justice Yarbrough. He hosts pop up events at a local antique mall a few times a year. He brings a plethora of dolls, vintage and modern, as well as fashions and accessories. He also has a weekend event with about 100 attendees with programs and shopping and activities. It is so much fun! Last week I finally scored a Silkstone Fashion Editor on eBay. She should be arriving today! I’m giddy with excitement to add her to my redhead collection. I hope you have a great week! You’re my favorite channel on RUclips. ❤
Oh my gosh that sounds like SO much fun! I definitely plan to travel to a show or convention… someday. 😄 You got Fashion Editor! Fantastic! She’s still my happiest purchase. You’re going to love her 😍
Wow you really have a lot of self control! There’s no way I could walk out of there with just a couple dolls! I really love that Jazzy Cabaret Barbie! Wow sizzle lol love this so much ❤!
@ yeah I definitely get the overwhelming feeling that’s how I felt too. I can’t wait for ours to come back this spring! It’s only once a year here it will be my second one too! Let’s hope I can learn from you and have a little more self control this time around lol 😂
Wowww! All those dolls! I didn't know about these bigger dolls, they are very pretty. You found nice treasures! I would like to go to a toy/ doll convention. 🎉❤
Your selections are gorgeous!!! Oh I really dig that edgy bracelet!! It’s cool! Cabaret Barbie is sexy and one cool mama and the Gene doll is beautiful too! Now all you need is a Gene Simmons doll to become her groom! 🤣👏👏👍👅
Good for you for controlling your impulses! I think I would have come home with a lot more dolls. It's probably a good thing that I live far away from such temptations! 😂😂😂
paused it to look at all the gene dolls i dont know if i could pick just one if i only had money for one wow that would be hard but i also like the one you picked
I went to that toy show! Bought the Scarlett O'Hara barbie in the white & green dress that was in your video, plus a few others ☺️ Sad I missed you both! Did your hubby get any of the lunch boxes there? 🤭
You guys would be so fun to hang out with!! 😄 Great dolls! I would have an impossible time choosing!! 😯 Also I Love your channel !!
Aw thank you so much Bugsy 🤗
Great finds! I would have grabbed that Gene doll and outfit! The Bride is on my wish list. ❤❤❤
Yay! She’s a wonderful choice! 🤩
I love specifically doll shows! I went to a toy show that had very few Barbie’s and it was disappointing. I went to a doll show and there were some Barbie’s but mostly vintage baby doll types, then I went to a specifically fashion doll show and it was the best one nothing can top it, mostly Barbie and all the other modern and collector fashion dolls you can think of!
I agree, fashion dolls specifically would be the best kind of doll show 😍
I've been to two doll shows in San Diego and they had everything from frozen Charlottes to the latest Monster High Wednesday doll. It wasn't a huge show, but definitely came home with some bargains both times! I know what you mean about feeling strange at first. I heard L.A. has some big fashion doll only shows but I haven't ventured there yet. Thanks for sharing!
That's awesome! I'd love to go to a show in L.A. too 😍
Gorgeous dolls! I can’t wait to see Gene dressed in the plaid outfit!!!
I’m so glad you think so! I can’t wait to share!
I belong to the UFDC in FL and we put on a show once a year. It mostly consists of antique dolls which I can't afford but I do get an education. Seeing them in real life is something else. I go for more modern types like Blythe, American Girl and there is a few vintage and Barbies on my list but never seem to find. I could probably get them on ebay but I enjoy doll shows soooo much more!
That sounds amazing! I’d love to see antique dolls too 🤩
One of these days I will get to go to a doll show. I don’t live near any large city, so I might have to wait until I’m on vacation somewhere. I enjoyed your trip though ❤
That would be a fun thing to build a vacation around 😀
It warms my heart to see your Gene collection growing! Love the details on the gloves!!
Thanks to you Suz! I wanted them all! 😍
Fun show 👍 I've only been to 1 doll show years ago it was a small one in my area & I absolutely loved it! They had all kinds of dolls:vintage, porcelain, Barbies, big dolls, little dolls etc. 😎 I've never seen those jazz dolls, she's beautiful & the bonus one too 😍 That's so cool that she came with a chair 😃 I don't have any Gene dolls but I do have a Robert Tonner Wonder Woman doll that's about 16" tall 😊
That sounds like fun! I would love to see all different kinds of dolls together. I’d shop 😄
I love Gene dolls! ❤ Your Bride Gene is so beautiful! 🎉
I agree! 😍
Hey Kada! I actually went to a doll show today! It was an absolute blast, and I'm glad to hear you got to go to a toy show last weekend! And funnily enough I actually purchased a Gene doll too! I went to the Atlanta Doll Collector's show in GA. They had a nice mixture of dolls, baby dolls, Barbie, Gene, Madame Alexander, and so many more different kinds of dolls! I didn't have a chance to vlog at the show, but I did film a haul video. Definitely keep going to doll and toy shows, they are the best, and it's so nice to be with other toy collecting people! Fun video!
Wow what an awesome coincidence, Katie! And a Gene doll too! Love that! Thanks for telling me about yours 😍
Sooooo glad you are falling down the Gene rabbit hole. She is incredibly underrated! I dress my Madra in Highland Fling every year around this time, and it looks smashing with her red hair.
Ooh I bet it does indeed look gorgeous with red hair! Gene seems to be quite affordable too 😍
@kadawalden You got an incredible deal on Bon Voyage. Dressed dolls were $90+ when they came out 25 years ago! They just made too many... 5000 was the standard edition size back then. So many of the Ashton Drake dolls have gone down in price since release.
However, the Jason Wu/Integrity Toys editions of Gene and friends have gone up in value. They were issued in much smaller edition sizes and also, Wu became famous in the years afterwards, attracting a new consumer base. My Wrap Party Zita is one of only 200 dolls and sells for 3-4x her original price.
Thank you for coming to my TED Talk!
@ 😅 I’m fascinated by that information! Amazing! Thank you for sharing your expertise 🤗
Lovely dolls. It was nice to see the toy show.
I went to the Paris Fashion dolls show twice. This year and the year before. It does not seem that big but believe me, there are enough temptations! There were reborns dolls, quite a few (not for me!), vintage Barbie dolls and outfits (out of my price range lol!), Collectors and many types of Barbie dolls, a few Bratz but not many, Tonner dolls (price issue again, ooops!!, IT Fashion Royalty dolls (out of my price range...) and some Gene dolls (not as many as in your video!). It is just amazing to see all these dolls in real life. Some of them I only see photographed on Flickr. There were also a few artists hand made teddy bears (I have a soft spot for bears🐻 🐻❄), some bjds, hand made outfits for Barbie (some are amazing) etc...
The first time I went I bought a Begoths doll, a Barbie outfit and a lil' Bratz still in her packaging. None of them were very expensive. I had a great deal on the Begoths doll at the end of the show because nobody bought it and the seller offered me a lower price without me asking. The second time, I only bought a Gene doll. There were several. I chose that one because I love the black dress she is wearing. I noticed Gene dolls are not very expensive compared to others.
I hope I will be able to go there next year.
Wow! I’ve never seen many of those dolls in the wild either, esp IT dolls! I should’ve looked for BeGoths, would’ve loved to find one. You’re right, Gene dolls are very affordable. Maybe someday I’ll travel to Paris to attend a doll show! 🤩 (I can dream 😉)
The Gene Marshall is really pretty. A great addition for sure. I’m jelly of your doll contacts,lol.
She's my favorite of the bunch too! 😍
I think the cabaret doll with chair is really cool too.
She was definitely an impulse buy that i’m happy to get! 🤩
I think you got some very pretty dolls. As for price, without investigating, what you paid seemed reasonable to me.💜
I think so too! 🤩
Kada! It looks like you had so much fun! I would love to see you at a doll show someday. Do you ever think about going to the National Convention? I am fortunate to live near Bradley Justice Yarbrough. He hosts pop up events at a local antique mall a few times a year. He brings a plethora of dolls, vintage and modern, as well as fashions and accessories. He also has a weekend event with about 100 attendees with programs and shopping and activities. It is so much fun! Last week I finally scored a Silkstone Fashion Editor on eBay. She should be arriving today! I’m giddy with excitement to add her to my redhead collection. I hope you have a great week! You’re my favorite channel on RUclips. ❤
Oh my gosh that sounds like SO much fun! I definitely plan to travel to a show or convention… someday. 😄 You got Fashion Editor! Fantastic! She’s still my happiest purchase. You’re going to love her 😍
Wow you really have a lot of self control! There’s no way I could walk out of there with just a couple dolls! I really love that Jazzy Cabaret Barbie! Wow sizzle lol love this so much ❤!
Later I always regret not getting more but I think the overwhelmingness of soooo many options helps me limit myself 😆
@ yeah I definitely get the overwhelming feeling that’s how I felt too. I can’t wait for ours to come back this spring! It’s only once a year here it will be my second one too! Let’s hope I can learn from you and have a little more self control this time around lol 😂
Wowww! All those dolls! I didn't know about these bigger dolls, they are very pretty. You found nice treasures! I would like to go to a toy/ doll convention. 🎉❤
I know! There are so many cool dolls out there, fun to discover at a toy or doll show for sure!
@kadawalden 👍
This toy show looks so cool! And you scored some awesome dolls 😍
I had so much fun, it was a great day 🤩
Awe, you had so much fun, and got some beautiful dolls!
It was indeed a good day 🙂
Wow this was fun you really purchased some beauties!!!
I'm so glad you think so!
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Your selections are gorgeous!!! Oh I really dig that edgy bracelet!! It’s cool! Cabaret Barbie is sexy and one cool mama and the Gene doll is beautiful too! Now all you need is a Gene Simmons doll to become her groom! 🤣👏👏👍👅
Yay I’m so glad you like ‘em! I think hubs has a Gene Simmons action figure. She’d tower over him 😂
@ hahahahahahahahahahahahaha
In another universe I imagine we would be great friends 😉 looks like you had so much fun!
I bet we would! 🤗
Fun video Kada!, Great finds! Hey, I want to know what your husband bought! 😆😊✌️⚘️
He would’ve bought old lunchboxes if he found any! 🤪
Good for you for controlling your impulses! I think I would have come home with a lot more dolls. It's probably a good thing that I live far away from such temptations! 😂😂😂
I have 2 of the Cabaret dolls in that Jazz Baby collection. I love the City Shine Lea!!! I don't think you overpaid. You saved on shipping!😊
It's definitely a dangerous place to be! 😂
Oh good! 😀
@@kadawalden My kind of danger! 😂
paused it to look at all the gene dolls i dont know if i could pick just one if i only had money for one wow that would be hard but i also like the one you picked
It was sooo hard to choose! 🤪
I went to that toy show! Bought the Scarlett O'Hara barbie in the white & green dress that was in your video, plus a few others ☺️ Sad I missed you both! Did your hubby get any of the lunch boxes there? 🤭
Oh my gosh how fun that you were there! That Scarlett is so gorgeous, what a great purchase! No lunchboxes found this time, amazingly! 😄
"We see you Narc." 🤣🤣🤣
😂😂😂 You watched to the end! 😘
🤗♥️😞♥️🧜🏻♀️🎈🔥🎄🎆🎇 unfortunately we don't have a toy show in United Kingdom 😞😞
I tell myself that someday I’ll travel to visit one of the really big shows, wherever that is 😄
Perché non organizzano mai qualcosa del genere in Italia!😂😂😂
If they did, I’d go 😂😍
You are a bad ass woman.
Thank you 😄