tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14746882966260277072024-02-19T06:46:26.632-08:00Detroit Doll ShowSandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-63789477903206643852023-09-25T04:58:00.003-07:002023-09-25T05:18:31.502-07:00Founder of Detroit Doll Show is an Awardee <p><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Sandra Epps, Founder of the Detroit Doll Show, is an Detroit Black Farmer Land Fund Awardee to assist her with the development of the Butterfly Garden and Black Doll Museum which is a recent approved Create-A-Project by the Detroit Land Bank Authority. </span></span></p><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="animation-name: none; background-color: white; color: #050505; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; transition-property: none; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The Selfie-Stations that will appear at the 2023 Detroit Doll Show is our first fundraiser to help with the building process for the project. The goal is to breakground in 2024. </span></div></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="animation-name: none; background-color: white; color: #050505; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; transition-property: none; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">We will see you at the 2023 Detroit Show on Saturday, <span style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><a style="animation-name: none; color: #385898; cursor: pointer; transition-property: none;" tabindex="-1"></a></span>November 18, 2023 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm at Marygrove Conservancy, 8245 W McNichols, Detroit MI 48221.</span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; transition-property: none;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Sandra Epps does has a gofundme if you would like to support or share link on your social media pages. Thank you for your support:</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><a href="https://gofund.me/ba3cb2a4" style="font-family: inherit;">https://gofund.me/ba3cb2a4</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy6vbZkMY7lBVQg_XMyGyjLUVhpaXZWF6RpWSQhBAbqOWv9MRA33JcvIsU6zi-CqhM_TEM3jjueLxKArbgZAxP1H5fofmOBRHM9GQLZkFjJ2FTWQEuv6TuHh2jVBnG8JEUYI__Gjit05PEEAK-paTvae_3elvWZjC5RfyfJpHlhtJZ3yJqnLLRbSrHnqYu/s1800/Sandra%20Epps%20Detroit%20Black%20Farm%20Land%20Fun.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy6vbZkMY7lBVQg_XMyGyjLUVhpaXZWF6RpWSQhBAbqOWv9MRA33JcvIsU6zi-CqhM_TEM3jjueLxKArbgZAxP1H5fofmOBRHM9GQLZkFjJ2FTWQEuv6TuHh2jVBnG8JEUYI__Gjit05PEEAK-paTvae_3elvWZjC5RfyfJpHlhtJZ3yJqnLLRbSrHnqYu/s320/Sandra%20Epps%20Detroit%20Black%20Farm%20Land%20Fun.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; text-align: center;">Photo of Sandra Epps on September 23, 2023 at D Farm for the Detroit Black Farmer Land Fund announcement of Awardees.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwSYIc7YwdYcSZFY9DZcxl4sgrvoRyhx_xUVkXRNp3CSDkQcUQxnTXt8E8Ha---1PEmHHHLuqvK0SfA_f3PR1Qn9hv3qyy0kEKgEWMK9rTSi0ZaxV2ZYAd4lfiTw8XtX9E8p8rUezLoZ2WyxWac9MI7rOUOK2aX7VRq7cj0tXp0SNu5nSRRbuy_NFKSCMU/s1080/Detroit%20Doll%20Show%20Logo%20hosted%20by%20Sandy's%20Land.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1053" data-original-width="1080" height="312" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwSYIc7YwdYcSZFY9DZcxl4sgrvoRyhx_xUVkXRNp3CSDkQcUQxnTXt8E8Ha---1PEmHHHLuqvK0SfA_f3PR1Qn9hv3qyy0kEKgEWMK9rTSi0ZaxV2ZYAd4lfiTw8XtX9E8p8rUezLoZ2WyxWac9MI7rOUOK2aX7VRq7cj0tXp0SNu5nSRRbuy_NFKSCMU/s320/Detroit%20Doll%20Show%20Logo%20hosted%20by%20Sandy's%20Land.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-uYWhO9wFKjBA-jw1Zghy8NUOPb5JVhbHDLnvv8xC091mIYyNoaWqdroblCrDXbXDTwTijOOP1JJZ7p6qLh8lXOU7ui8KYWYYKcC9xv4cVWyei4p46Kg0XzPDhcCtdYDx5XJ3wCYsKca8Yc7oIQ6psXzqznbg5Stz3fqtePtWtY1af8s_DofXfdFUUTzN/s1309/Sandy%20in%20the%20Garden%20with%20Barbie.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1309" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-uYWhO9wFKjBA-jw1Zghy8NUOPb5JVhbHDLnvv8xC091mIYyNoaWqdroblCrDXbXDTwTijOOP1JJZ7p6qLh8lXOU7ui8KYWYYKcC9xv4cVWyei4p46Kg0XzPDhcCtdYDx5XJ3wCYsKca8Yc7oIQ6psXzqznbg5Stz3fqtePtWtY1af8s_DofXfdFUUTzN/s320/Sandy%20in%20the%20Garden%20with%20Barbie.jpg" width="264" /></a></div>Sandra Epps at her home butterfly garden 2022</div><span face="Segoe UI Historic, Segoe UI, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 15px;"><br /></span><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; transition-property: none;"><br /></div></div>Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-55258878388592070602023-08-14T04:58:00.002-07:002023-08-14T04:58:26.177-07:00American Girl is our Corporate Sponsor for the 2023 Detroit Doll Show<p><b> We are so excited to have American Girl as our sponsor for the 2023 Detroit Doll Show</b></p><p>Admission is $5 and group tickets are $40 and can be purchased at www.detroitdoll.bigcartel.com</p><p><b>Saturday, November 18, 2023</b></p><p><b>11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.</b></p><p><b>Marygrove Conservancy </b></p><p><b>8425 West McNichols</b></p><p><b>Detroit, MI 48221</b></p><p>Program: Tribute to the Queen Mother, Rev. Dr. JoAnn Watson, Self - Stations, Legacy Award, Christmas Diorama, Doll Look-ALike Group Photo, Panel Discussion - "The Negative Impact of Colorism in our Community!", Most Adorable Reborn Contest, Raffles, Arts & Crafts, African Dance and Drumming. And come shop with amazing Doll Artist, Doll Manufactures, Doll Stylists, Artists and Authors.</p><p>Are you a small business owner and want exposure for your business? We have affordable sponsorship for you to provide your business card or flyer in our swag bags. Email us today at detroitdollshow@gmail.com</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSWcu_F2Rd90I5oiY8m8hAYkmqdWWLPxQxhrrxtVY0dVWvhN44JSzfoJd1GnEeJaIhcW0BHwavR47MSUQLxvjOPRCFyuwAPwnodBWZDLryhZ-03og6RZmyTQ97ytH82qhECuBKD2TDuNRJu9etHIPD1YSoU4vzQ300JeYNfdSjWBafkh7w569yxqC7W8lM/s1080/Flyer%20with%20American%20Girl%20for%20Detroit%20Doll%20Show%202023.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSWcu_F2Rd90I5oiY8m8hAYkmqdWWLPxQxhrrxtVY0dVWvhN44JSzfoJd1GnEeJaIhcW0BHwavR47MSUQLxvjOPRCFyuwAPwnodBWZDLryhZ-03og6RZmyTQ97ytH82qhECuBKD2TDuNRJu9etHIPD1YSoU4vzQ300JeYNfdSjWBafkh7w569yxqC7W8lM/s320/Flyer%20with%20American%20Girl%20for%20Detroit%20Doll%20Show%202023.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-86812401776778755572022-10-17T09:13:00.002-07:002022-10-17T09:13:26.835-07:00Detroit Doll Show featured in Detroit Free Press 10/16/2022<p><a href="https://www.freep.com/mosaic-story/news/local/detroit-is/2022/10/16/detroit-doll-show-marygrove-conservancy-sandra-epps/69563377007/">https://www.freep.com/mosaic-story/news/local/detroit-is/2022/10/16/detroit-doll-show-marygrove-conservancy-sandra-epps/69563377007/</a> </p><h1 class="article__headline" style="background-color: white; color: var(--font-color,#000) !important; font-family: "unify sans", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 24px; line-height: var(--line-height-default,1.15); margin: 0px 0px 1rem;">Detroit Doll Show founder is determined to keep it going</h1><div><img alt="Even when spending time in her beloved butterfly garden at her northwest Detroit home, dolls are still very much on the mind of Sandra Epps, founder of the Detroit Doll Show. After a two-year absence, the event, which Epps calls "a celebration of history, culture, self-love and diversity" will return Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Marygrove Conservancy." height="1800" loading="lazy" sizes="(min-width: 768px) 64vw, (min-width: 1024px) 48vw, 100vw" src="https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg" srcset="https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=100 100w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=200 200w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=300 300w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=600 600w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=800 800w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=1100 1100w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=1500 1500w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=2000 2000w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=2500 2500w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=3000 3000w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=3500 3500w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=4000 4000w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=4500 4500w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=5000 5000w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/c7f71904-d287-440b-bacb-22dd38797e93-20220929_104333.jpg?width=5500 5500w" style="background-color: white; display: block; height: 494.984px; margin-bottom: 0px; min-height: 0px; min-width: 0px; object-fit: cover; object-position: center center; width: 660px;" width="2400" /><figcaption class="indepth-image__caption" style="background-color: white; color: var(--secondary-font-color,hsla(0,0%,100%,0.6)); display: flex; flex-flow: column nowrap; font-family: var(--fonts-sans-serif,sans-serif); font-size: var(--type-6); gap: 7px; line-height: var(--line-height-default,1.15); margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: 7px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: var(--content-well-width);">Even when spending time in her beloved butterfly garden at her northwest Detroit home, dolls are still very much on the mind of Sandra Epps, founder of the Detroit Doll Show. After a two-year absence, the event, which Epps calls "a celebration of history, culture, self-love and diversity" will return Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Marygrove Conservancy.</figcaption></div><div class="article__meta" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; align-items: center; background-color: white; display: flex; font-family: var(--sans-serif); font-size: 14px; justify-content: flex-start; line-height: 1.3em; margin: 0px 0px 1rem;"><ul style="flex: 1 1 0%; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><li><span class="article__byline" style="display: block; font-weight: 700;">Scott Talley, Detroit Free Press</span></li><li><time class="article__date" datetime="2022-10-16" style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.6); display: block;">Oct. 16, 2022</time></li></ul><div><section class="article__body" style="font-size: medium; max-height: min(var(--collapsed-height,500px),1500px); overflow-y: hidden; position: relative; transition: max-height 0.15s ease 0s;"><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">If Sandra Epps had it her way, it would be spring all the time — because spring is when she most enjoys the butterfly garden in front of her home on Pinehurst Street near the Northwest Activities Center. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">However, on Tuesday, the native Detroiter was not talking about spring butterflies, or even Michigan autumns, which she also likes. Instead, from her home, she told a story about a winter day in Detroit nearly a decade ago that continues to guide her path today. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">“I was driving a Ford F-150 and the snow covered up my tires,” Epps said, describing the state of her truck on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013, as it was parked on the street near the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Midtown.</p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">On that day, the National Weather Service reported that up to 8 inches of snow had fallen in parts of Wayne County. But of even far greater magnitude than the weather to much of the world, at that moment in time, were the events taking place across the globe that celebrated the life of former South African President and apartheid fighter Nelson Mandela following his death on Dec. 5 of that year. Still, Epps, the pride of La Salle Gardens, Thirkell Elementary-Middle School and Northwestern High School (Class of 1989), would soon discover that the event she was presenting that afternoon at the Wright Museum — the second annual Detroit Doll Show — had special meaning to people here, as well. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">“The weather was so bad that they started shutting stuff down in the city. But folks showed up (for the Doll Show), they still showed up,” Epps recalled, choking up with tears in her eyes as she spoke. “My show was being held downstairs in classrooms at the museum and there was a tribute to Nelson Mandela upstairs. But more people (about 100) showed up for my show. We had people who had caught the bus to come; a couple of people said they had been in accidents or spinouts, and they still made it. There was something magical about that show, and right then I knew it was something that I couldn’t give up.” </p><figure class="indepth-image center-well zoomable" data-layout="" id="asset-10498515002" style="--img-height: 1500; --img-width: 2000; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 1rem 0px; position: relative;"><img alt="Images from the 2013 Detroit Doll Show during the snow storm. On Dec. 14, 2013, the National Weather Service reported that up to 8 inches of snow had fallen in parts of Wayne County, but that was not enough to stop about 100 people from showing up to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American for what was then the second annual Detroit Doll Show. After a two-year absence due to COVID, the event, billed as "the largest Black doll show in the nation" returns Nov. 12 at the Marygrove Conservancy." height="1500" loading="lazy" sizes="(min-width: 768px) 64vw, (min-width: 1024px) 48vw, 100vw" src="https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg" srcset="https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=100 100w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=200 200w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=300 300w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=600 600w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=800 800w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=1100 1100w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=1500 1500w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=2000 2000w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=2500 2500w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=3000 3000w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=3500 3500w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=4000 4000w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=4500 4500w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=5000 5000w,https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2022/10/14/PDTF/4f59c118-e243-4ab2-a8af-9cccd71d1795-FB_IMG_1665575418710.jpg?width=5500 5500w" style="display: block; height: 494.984px; margin-bottom: 0px; min-height: 0px; min-width: 0px; object-fit: cover; object-position: center center; width: 660px;" width="2000" /><figcaption class="indepth-image__caption" style="color: var(--secondary-font-color,hsla(0,0%,100%,0.6)); display: flex; flex-flow: column nowrap; font-family: var(--fonts-sans-serif,sans-serif); font-size: var(--type-6); font-weight: var(--font-weight-normal); gap: 7px; line-height: var(--line-height-default,1.15); margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: 7px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: var(--content-well-width);">Images from the 2013 Detroit Doll Show during the snow storm. On Dec. 14, 2013, the National Weather Service reported that up to 8 inches of snow had fallen in parts of Wayne County, but that was not enough to stop about 100 people from showing up to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American for what was then the second annual Detroit Doll Show. After a two-year absence due to COVID, the event, billed as "the largest Black doll show in the nation" returns Nov. 12 at the Marygrove Conservancy.<span class="indepth-image__credit" style="color: var(--secondary-font-color,hsla(0,0%,100%,0.6)); display: block; font-family: var(--fonts-sans-serif,sans-serif); font-size: var(--type-8); font-weight: var(--font-weight-normal); line-height: var(--line-height-default,1.15); text-transform: uppercase;">PROVIDED BY SANDRA EPPS</span></figcaption></figure><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">True to her words, Epps has not given up on the event, which she bills as “the largest Black doll show in the nation.” And after going on hiatus for two years (2020 and 2021) due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Detroit Doll Show will make its return Nov. 12 at the Marygrove Conservancy. Epps is hoping for nice weather that day, but more than that, she said she wants to recapture the “magic” that brought people out to the Wright Museum in 2013 on a level that goes deeper than material value of the hundreds of dolls and related items that she expects to be on display. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);"><span class="exclude-from-newsgate"><strong style="margin-right: 3px;">More:</strong><a href="https://www.freep.com/mosaic-story/news/local/detroit-is/2022/10/09/bethany-howard-eastside-community-network-detroit/69548197007/" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; text-decoration-color: var(--theme-color,#009bff);" target="_blank">'Torch' carrier Bethany Howard has burning desire to serve in Detroit</a></span></p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);"><span class="exclude-from-newsgate"><strong style="margin-right: 3px;">More:</strong><a href="https://www.freep.com/mosaic-story/news/local/detroit-is/2022/10/01/former-detroit-school-teacher-still-sees-diamonds-in-her-community/69516179007/" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; text-decoration-color: var(--theme-color,#009bff);" target="_blank">'Daughter of Detroit' continues to teach and help any way she can</a></span></p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">“Dolls are not just playthings, but they’re also teaching tools,” explained Epps. She cited Mattel’s recently released Madam C.J. Walker doll that honors the African American trailblazer, who is often called the “first self-made millionaire businesswoman in the United States,” as an example of the type of inspirational pieces that will be featured at her event. “My mission has been to help women and girls love themselves. And before COVID, we were touching more than just women and girls, because we had fathers bringing their daughters and grandfathers bringing granddaughters. And we’ve also seen more than just Black families, so it’s truly doll play and learning going on for all ages and all people.” </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">But before the play and learning takes place on that Saturday in November, Epps says she has much work to do. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">“When COVID hit in 2020, I was devastated. I thought life was over. And with the two-year absence, it almost feels like I’m doing this for the first time,” Epps said, describing her sleepless nights and not feeling her best while attending to details that will go unseen by most attendees. “Challenges help us grow, but during the process it hurts like crap.” </p><figure class="indepth-image center-well zoomable" data-layout="" id="asset-10498513002" style="--img-height: 1500; --img-width: 2000; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 1rem 0px; position: relative;"><img alt="Images from the 2013 Detroit Doll Show during the snow storm. On Dec. 14, 2013, the National Weather Service reported that up to 8 inches of snow had fallen in parts of Wayne County, but that was not enough to stop about 100 people from showing up to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American for what was then the second annual Detroit Doll Show. 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On Dec. 14, 2013, the National Weather Service reported that up to 8 inches of snow had fallen in parts of Wayne County, but that was not enough to stop about 100 people from showing up to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American for what was then the second annual Detroit Doll Show. After a two-year absence due to COVID, the event, billed as "the largest Black doll show in the nation" returns Nov. 12 at the Marygrove Conservancy.<span class="indepth-image__credit" style="color: var(--secondary-font-color,hsla(0,0%,100%,0.6)); display: block; font-family: var(--fonts-sans-serif,sans-serif); font-size: var(--type-8); font-weight: var(--font-weight-normal); line-height: var(--line-height-default,1.15); text-transform: uppercase;">PROVIDED BY SANDRA EPPS</span></figcaption></figure><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">Epps’ word choice is telling because a significant chunk of her life has been about challenges and literally feeling like ‘crap.” Even before she completed her middle school years at Thirkell, Epps, who at one time took pride in being able to outrun all of the girls and boys in her neighborhood, had to deal with barely being able to move any part of her body at all. What at first was a mystery ailment was finally diagnosed as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage in the affected organs. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">“The best way I can describe lupus is that it’s like your body is fighting against itself,” Epps said. And she went on to say that the fight caused the once fleet runner to suddenly gain weight (up to about 200 pounds, while standing 4 feet, 11 inches), as she lost her hair and self-esteem in the process. Extended hospital stays and heavy pill intakes also followed, until finally Epps began to take control of her fight when she made up her mind to “go in hard to heal myself and get off everything” in her late 20s. Her determination was in large part fueled by her desire to become the first in her family to graduate from college, which she did in 2001, earning a bachelor’s in fine arts from Wayne State University. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">“That sheer determination to graduate from college gave me something to hold on to instead of what the doctors were telling me,” said Epps, who points to reading affirmations and positive books, along with learning comedy, as game-changers in restoring her health. “It was a lonely journey, but it turned out to be a blessing in disguise because I discovered what I wanted to do with my life; it’s all about empowerment. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">“My hair was my pride and joy — it went down past my shoulders — and when I lost it, I thought I was different and I didn’t want to be around my friends anymore and that’s a feeling that I never wanted my nieces or any other girls to feel. At the show we’re going to have things like a mobile Blackmuseum and there will be Black artists — all positive representations of people of color — and I want girls to see and embrace themselves exactly the way they are through those images.” </p><figure class="indepth-image center-well zoomable" data-layout="" id="asset-10498514002" style="--img-height: 1500; --img-width: 2000; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 1rem 0px; position: relative;"><img alt="Images from the 2013 Detroit Doll Show during the snow storm. On Dec. 14, 2013, the National Weather Service reported that up to 8 inches of snow had fallen in parts of Wayne County, but that was not enough to stop about 100 people from showing up to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American for what was then the second annual Detroit Doll Show. 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On Dec. 14, 2013, the National Weather Service reported that up to 8 inches of snow had fallen in parts of Wayne County, but that was not enough to stop about 100 people from showing up to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American for what was then the second annual Detroit Doll Show. After a two-year absence due to COVID, the event, billed as "the largest Black doll show in the nation" returns Nov. 12 at the Marygrove Conservancy.<span class="indepth-image__credit" style="color: var(--secondary-font-color,hsla(0,0%,100%,0.6)); display: block; font-family: var(--fonts-sans-serif,sans-serif); font-size: var(--type-8); font-weight: var(--font-weight-normal); line-height: var(--line-height-default,1.15); text-transform: uppercase;">PROVIDED BY SANDRA EPPS</span></figcaption></figure><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">The Nov. 12 Detroit Doll Show will be the ninth time Epps has presented the event, which is just four more than the number of inspirational books targeting girls and women that have been written, and in some cases even illustrated, by the multi-talented entrepreneur, who also is the secretary of her Pinehurst Block Club. However, there is a smaller number that Epps focuses on as she prepares for her upcoming show. </p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">“If God spared my life three times from death (during my battle with lupus), I knew I had to do something with my life,” Epps said from home Wednesday. “Nov. 12 will be about representation. There will be dolls representing virtually all states of life, including physical handicaps. Growing up, my first Black doll was Judy and she was my girl. My sister (Cathy) gave her a perm and my mom (Earnestine) made her a couple of outfits. And Judy gave me strength because when I was going through changes, Judy was always there. If girls at my show can find themselves a Judy like I did to help them through their life’s journey, they will be blessed.”</p><p class="print_infobox" style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);">The Detroit Doll Show</p><p class="print_infobox" style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);"><strong>When: </strong>Saturday, Nov. 12 (11 a.m. - 6 p.m.)</p><p class="print_infobox" style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);"><strong>Where: </strong>Marygrove Conservancy, Madame Cadillac Building, 8425 W. McNichols, Detroit, 48221</p><p class="print_infobox" style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);"><strong>For more information:</strong> Please visit www.facebook.com/DetroitDollShow</p><p style="font: 18px/1.3em var(--serif,serif);"><em>Scott Talley is a native Detroiter, a proud product of Detroit Public Schools and lifelong lover of Detroit culture in all of its diverse forms. In his second tour with the Free Press, which he grew up reading as a child, he is excited and humbled to cover the city’s neighborhoods and the many interesting people who define its various communities. Contact him at: stalley@freepress.com or follow him on Twitter @STalleyfreep. Read more of Scott's stories at www.freep.com/mosaic/detroit-is/.</em></p></section><div class="toggle" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background: var(--background-color,#fff); font-size: medium; margin: -0.5em 0px 1em; padding-top: 1em; position: relative;"></div></div></div>Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-62243000285036495352022-10-14T07:01:00.001-07:002022-10-14T07:01:12.783-07:00Get Ready for some Doll Party Excitement <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dxeGX0mYSOYBjULPQO4oDLFfP8Ci_VFcnewjLZGaLixE_vUWSHf-oKLdPjDKlpI5rwtFuZoDaKla_FVNoR5wQ' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><p></p><p>The Detroit Doll Shows will return with new and previous vendors on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at Marygrove Conservancy, 8425 W. McNichols, Detroit MI 48221 from 11am to 6pm. </p><p>We have Doll: Makers, Stylists and Manufacturers, Authors, Food Trucks... Be prepared to see new and returning vendors...😁</p><p>*Arts & Crafts </p><p>*Games</p><p>*Workshops </p><p>*Best Dressed REBORN </p><p>*African Head Wrap</p><p>*African Drumming </p><p>*Live Music (DJ)</p><p>*Doll Look A-Like Contest </p><p>*Legacy Award Presentation </p><p>*Fun Photos</p><p>*Food Trucks </p><p>*Black History 101 Mobile Museum </p><p>*Movie Ticket giveaway to Bel Air Luxury Cinema for Black Panther.</p><p>#DetroitDollShow #DetroitDollExpo #BlackDollShow #DollShow #BlackDollsMatter #RepresentationMatters #Afro #NaturallyBeautiful #BrownDoll #BlackGirlMathgic #BrownSkinGirl #DollExpo #SandysLand #DollStylists #DollMakers #DollArtists #Mermaids</p><p><br /></p><p>https://www.eventbrite.com/e/detroit-doll-showexpo-tickets-89090270397</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigTWNu8_jRWREEoFaXNYpZu3PJmVuFcQ1qsc-ciHB1kp9Y-vuvHPANGqDBltsjUCLHkv5eACY3sBt_lyeDdfAky4wHjmUq0LHjCFxQK9M8aOhM3RurjZAyp4DSvF217nRj23_3kiw2p0kEyDfrn8HRCOIltCw3QrZqMnT0FS7CAmXTerTqIJpY_KF2sQ/s1024/Picsart_22-10-12_11-46-54-504.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="1024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigTWNu8_jRWREEoFaXNYpZu3PJmVuFcQ1qsc-ciHB1kp9Y-vuvHPANGqDBltsjUCLHkv5eACY3sBt_lyeDdfAky4wHjmUq0LHjCFxQK9M8aOhM3RurjZAyp4DSvF217nRj23_3kiw2p0kEyDfrn8HRCOIltCw3QrZqMnT0FS7CAmXTerTqIJpY_KF2sQ/s320/Picsart_22-10-12_11-46-54-504.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ5AfLZ0h_rVm1SJ3SKlVogwnzt-hbm9B4PmA9av01k7qOf7ltOuSvgKM1TUUuRqGvfzKryGwczYuaXQdoFoPu4p34xzdXLPvc5E0vn2rcCW8OpNmnPfdoJNSKHHW95DQoSaqY-V79vLD2dNVfKUs5WR8qW6VLaqzuMYunq5gVy1zpqr6W2g0GV8MOUw/s1024/Picsart_22-10-11_07-40-17-059.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="1024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ5AfLZ0h_rVm1SJ3SKlVogwnzt-hbm9B4PmA9av01k7qOf7ltOuSvgKM1TUUuRqGvfzKryGwczYuaXQdoFoPu4p34xzdXLPvc5E0vn2rcCW8OpNmnPfdoJNSKHHW95DQoSaqY-V79vLD2dNVfKUs5WR8qW6VLaqzuMYunq5gVy1zpqr6W2g0GV8MOUw/s320/Picsart_22-10-11_07-40-17-059.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifgN7m_Zl6dVXfBBHy2GXidcRqvq0HTpHyw2x1mskmiyRHmDNfiQIkMQqNBcsD6lMFEQnD20fxsuuXrz8gR2ewksoFiZcogyu-Mh5zumPb-Z3Z9_B9HFDUfAFXkVVVaRR_EVzd3MYPjEg_WviLPT1HbpaMW8dqAfNBP02xZmyHjegeOcymyXThm7rmKA/s3464/Picsart_22-10-04_09-13-38-536.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3464" data-original-width="3464" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifgN7m_Zl6dVXfBBHy2GXidcRqvq0HTpHyw2x1mskmiyRHmDNfiQIkMQqNBcsD6lMFEQnD20fxsuuXrz8gR2ewksoFiZcogyu-Mh5zumPb-Z3Z9_B9HFDUfAFXkVVVaRR_EVzd3MYPjEg_WviLPT1HbpaMW8dqAfNBP02xZmyHjegeOcymyXThm7rmKA/s320/Picsart_22-10-04_09-13-38-536.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOM9sxQ7Qdp69CTingHGklOrTxROdG9cMlk1oBkhcusSRv6zdJes_ntGph63V-9MKVJ_-HE8Ok8K4wlkcCZshTz1-hnhVWktzZF3YSAJ7vWW3dXXMjKV9hZx6qzD_xjKdkFUeD76mg56YvhFudGy9RpFOiYlydgH7NoZ0M63EGsq8vlwC_fFOkX08EjA/s3464/Picsart_22-10-03_18-50-17-478.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3464" data-original-width="3464" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOM9sxQ7Qdp69CTingHGklOrTxROdG9cMlk1oBkhcusSRv6zdJes_ntGph63V-9MKVJ_-HE8Ok8K4wlkcCZshTz1-hnhVWktzZF3YSAJ7vWW3dXXMjKV9hZx6qzD_xjKdkFUeD76mg56YvhFudGy9RpFOiYlydgH7NoZ0M63EGsq8vlwC_fFOkX08EjA/s320/Picsart_22-10-03_18-50-17-478.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-67421909823750955162022-09-06T08:22:00.000-07:002022-09-06T08:22:35.291-07:00Special Announcement for 2022 Detroit Doll Show<p></p><div style="text-align: center;"><b> We will have food truck vendors at the 2022 Detroit Doll Show</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigkedeuLNokd8iE9gjZt1TLUGslIcJK9_2CgziMCLMelwp7XB6h_bg6Q7ABOqznchYBvixAKKxxvy2W1jmHS1TbiQIqTfE1D83izSlxXDgupkNovLLlrVNwOVpMHKAfgSog4Rdy2V6b7ShYr24fH1UFP1niay9f-TPqx0U4NwuVsG0qpoKWG-2N5lv4w/s1518/2022%20Detroit%20Doll%20Show%20Back%20of%20flyer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1518" data-original-width="1500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigkedeuLNokd8iE9gjZt1TLUGslIcJK9_2CgziMCLMelwp7XB6h_bg6Q7ABOqznchYBvixAKKxxvy2W1jmHS1TbiQIqTfE1D83izSlxXDgupkNovLLlrVNwOVpMHKAfgSog4Rdy2V6b7ShYr24fH1UFP1niay9f-TPqx0U4NwuVsG0qpoKWG-2N5lv4w/s320/2022%20Detroit%20Doll%20Show%20Back%20of%20flyer.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRkaQVLqmW3HBjHsGszCIz4UrZ2pV54jVbP4Y2uLhTOHcNZdfm3viefQyeqSBnVbxW8Yrhc3FIrQ1E7OBAT49ectwM-DdqmeXr99cicZNs3hly7KdO7aQpuE-zbGS7xJiR7is11BsXSPOuscICCFSaDMGQwTKpChlIWyIeNksgon4CMO3tyjg9AfVXjA/s1505/2022%20Detroit%20Doll%20Show%20FRONT%20of%20Flyer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1505" data-original-width="1500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRkaQVLqmW3HBjHsGszCIz4UrZ2pV54jVbP4Y2uLhTOHcNZdfm3viefQyeqSBnVbxW8Yrhc3FIrQ1E7OBAT49ectwM-DdqmeXr99cicZNs3hly7KdO7aQpuE-zbGS7xJiR7is11BsXSPOuscICCFSaDMGQwTKpChlIWyIeNksgon4CMO3tyjg9AfVXjA/s320/2022%20Detroit%20Doll%20Show%20FRONT%20of%20Flyer.jpg" width="319" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjttARZUnxu3NnM_laghbPbE_7Gfo6tMi6ARD6dHQGpNMdhXJMJUUvGlw-Dw_lCvVrPUH4JlDqg3PYvVEYp8Sj7PLc7tQUk6Vykw2_cQaLEQuGyINCE_kpiqfc32hFlP8wKSgvHyYyhEa5a5LjjuBoEWHBOmTpcf8GudO7W70vTreV1vdeOfIWdXPKcSg/s1080/Special%20Announcement%20Food%20Truck%202022.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjttARZUnxu3NnM_laghbPbE_7Gfo6tMi6ARD6dHQGpNMdhXJMJUUvGlw-Dw_lCvVrPUH4JlDqg3PYvVEYp8Sj7PLc7tQUk6Vykw2_cQaLEQuGyINCE_kpiqfc32hFlP8wKSgvHyYyhEa5a5LjjuBoEWHBOmTpcf8GudO7W70vTreV1vdeOfIWdXPKcSg/s320/Special%20Announcement%20Food%20Truck%202022.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-86818202925579619632022-02-08T09:01:00.000-08:002022-02-08T09:01:47.866-08:00Dollightful Conversations with Carol Lloyd & Pat Green in February 2022<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Join us on February 10th & 16th 2022 for <b>Dollightful Conversations</b> with <i>Carol Lloyd </i>the Creator of Brown Girls and <i>Pat Green</i> founder of Pat Doodles on Instagram at 7:00 p.m.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">@DetroitDollShow</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Stay tuned for date and new venue in regards the return</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">of the Detroit Doll Show in November 2022</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjOBV70T8C2fFo7SQSZBgJViVpy6rTEFRk-9kn_fPomnTQlgMXLRVCvdVegJKPlp9Mj8spzdQupqzT_zBLw_MZxioy0EBsyc1SEcwzqe1azsQeydsxmHOMJsLlnHE2rVI48lsndLDv8tLcAMmIHynr3VLVpB6QLuYQ90VW0fGo3oYV4AqslQINI8xwE6A=s1080" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjOBV70T8C2fFo7SQSZBgJViVpy6rTEFRk-9kn_fPomnTQlgMXLRVCvdVegJKPlp9Mj8spzdQupqzT_zBLw_MZxioy0EBsyc1SEcwzqe1azsQeydsxmHOMJsLlnHE2rVI48lsndLDv8tLcAMmIHynr3VLVpB6QLuYQ90VW0fGo3oYV4AqslQINI8xwE6A=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjc3WJG_P08SOuzN0iCPCXkFDsoh2Wpk6m5bVpPRhbdceJTJtRWqyAiGDz7SBJHvJ7k3E5BtOBXcRriwk6utyG2QrdsIR7D-VjpTcA-wQqpLm6UBQMRZy7QvkXKqx5dYUYP7sxrADsFsJKpCQfZ0u06P6aCKnBzmXlxzUSdbQGzzWaJqyS4HMsADsrSOg=s1080" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjc3WJG_P08SOuzN0iCPCXkFDsoh2Wpk6m5bVpPRhbdceJTJtRWqyAiGDz7SBJHvJ7k3E5BtOBXcRriwk6utyG2QrdsIR7D-VjpTcA-wQqpLm6UBQMRZy7QvkXKqx5dYUYP7sxrADsFsJKpCQfZ0u06P6aCKnBzmXlxzUSdbQGzzWaJqyS4HMsADsrSOg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-15101114687884541432021-06-21T05:17:00.004-07:002022-02-08T09:07:07.517-08:00Ten Years and Growing!<p><span style="font-size: medium;">POSTPONE 2022</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"> Join us as we celebrate TEN years of inception of the Detroit Doll Show on <b>Saturday, November 13, 2021</b> at the Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd., Detroit, MI 48235 from 11am to 6pm. To purchase early bird tickets visit www.2021detroitdollshow.eventbrite.com</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><i>If you want to participate as a vendor and you are a doll maker, create doll furniture or doll attire please send a short bio and photos of your work to DetroitDollShow@gmail.com</i></span><span style="color: #20124d; font-size: medium;">.</span></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwGltqHW0DYd3vu4u945NDLQLuB7N8tSXNHD_RzQOGv58OtymBBaRFW4vFASvWR6EJeg9MWozh1RbeJ9fi0JyN6IPmZwKACVUL6wZx1ENXlvuEtrnEJQ_XP-oOnL8wT8nMQVIkVQoOEzOH/s1080/Detroit+Doll+Show+2021+flyer.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwGltqHW0DYd3vu4u945NDLQLuB7N8tSXNHD_RzQOGv58OtymBBaRFW4vFASvWR6EJeg9MWozh1RbeJ9fi0JyN6IPmZwKACVUL6wZx1ENXlvuEtrnEJQ_XP-oOnL8wT8nMQVIkVQoOEzOH/s320/Detroit+Doll+Show+2021+flyer.png" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-8260179866341493612020-11-18T18:50:00.000-08:002020-11-18T18:50:23.923-08:00Detroit Doll Show to Expand and include a Black Doll Museum<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2fVp83TfQn6HGZ5Iz1ps7aYb-gSW96Y7zfQmx2t9QjQMbO7GLQXii0JBwV8wq31D84nuNTxwU3-3i6lmI8glTlA48JMejDfu5D1TrIHbRMGA28J_ML3D9uZU5v1e6WATokEIOR8-gDFEf/s2048/20200716_185541.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2fVp83TfQn6HGZ5Iz1ps7aYb-gSW96Y7zfQmx2t9QjQMbO7GLQXii0JBwV8wq31D84nuNTxwU3-3i6lmI8glTlA48JMejDfu5D1TrIHbRMGA28J_ML3D9uZU5v1e6WATokEIOR8-gDFEf/s320/20200716_185541.jpg" /></a></div><br /> As of July 2019 Sandra Epps the Founder of the Detroit Doll Show decided to move forward with her dream of expanding to a permanent location to celebrate black culture with black dolls. The Butterflyy Garden and Black Doll Museum will be breaking ground in 2021. We are seeking support by way of our gofundme page at <a href="https://gf.me/u/yk3uf8">https://gf.me/u/yk3uf8</a><p></p><p>The Butterflyy Garden and Black Doll Museum will provide fresh flowers, a few fruits and vegetable and a whimsical landscape of fairy decor with butterfly seating, pond and gazebo. The indoor shipping containers will house the permanent and rotating doll exhibit with doll making workshops, art classes and other health related courses. The space will be available for rental for bridal and baby showers, weddings and birthday parties.</p><p>Our state of the art outdoor and indoor facility will be a Detroit Landmark for celebrating black culture and a safe habitat for butterflies.</p><p>Stay tuned for various fundraiser that include merchandise and ParTEAS.</p><p><br /></p>Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-12074761679690412662020-11-18T18:05:00.004-08:002020-11-18T18:05:57.928-08:00Postponed Detroit Doll Show till 2021<p> Due to COVID the 9th Annual Detroit Doll Show has been postponed till Saturday, November 13, 2021 from 11 am to 6 pm at the Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers, Detroit MI 48235. 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Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-6866777171725483102019-11-13T07:15:00.004-08:002019-11-13T07:15:46.885-08:00Detroit Doll Show Joy!<div style="background-color: white; color: #1c1e21; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px;">
Hosting the Detroit Doll Show allows me the freedom to be a kid again without judgement and I LOVE IT! Many adult doll collectors feel the same who bring their Reborn Dolls to the Detroit Doll Show. Self expression is what we advocate because it's good for your health.</div>
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I missed out on some fun moments during my childhood due to being diagnosed with lupus as a girl, but I am grateful that I have the opportunity to play and entertain with no worry of the Side EYE <span class="_5mfr" style="font-family: inherit; margin: 0px 1px;"><span class="_6qdm" style="background-image: url("https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6f/1/16/1f612.png"); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-size: contain; color: transparent; display: inline-block; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px; height: 16px; text-shadow: none; vertical-align: text-bottom; width: 16px;">😒</span></span> of critism a<span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;">t the Detroit Doll Show. Adults can celebrate the kid within and children can be children.<span class="_5mfr" style="font-family: inherit; margin: 0px 1px;"><span class="_6qdm" style="background-image: url("https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/td2/1/16/1f604.png"); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-size: contain; color: transparent; display: inline-block; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px; height: 16px; text-shadow: none; vertical-align: text-bottom; width: 16px;">😄</span></span></span></div>
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Side note the feature of the Detroit Doll Show on Black Enterprise Magazine website was shared 104k time that was published on November 4, 2019. We are so GRATEFUL for this unexpected media blessings.</div>
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This year's Detroit Doll Show was a great turn out. Check out comments from vendors and participants.</div>
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If you are a Doll Artist and want to participate with our upcoming 2020 Detroit Doll Show send your bio and photos of your dolls to detroitdollshow@gmail.com</div>
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We have a power packed program scheduled for the 2019 Detroit Doll Show set to take place on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at the Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd. Detroit MI 48235<br />
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Program: Doll look alike contest, spoken word artist, head wrap workshop, arts and crafts, Building Better Men presentation by Odis Bellinger just for males, Mini Playhouse workshop by Power Org Math, Urban Princess and Paper Doll workshops by Doll Artist LaJeana Kennedy, DJ (MUSIC), Girl Power Corner, Desserts from Local Bakeries, Shop with Vendors around the Globe, Black Memorabilia, Doll Makers, Authors, Photo Booth by B Elegant and Strike a Pose, Giant Games and more...<br />
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Visit www.2019DetroitDollShow.eventbrite.com<br />
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<br />Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-54149166486065534522019-10-05T06:17:00.000-07:002019-10-05T06:17:40.775-07:00Diahann Carroll as Julia Baker<br />
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Diahann Carroll died at the age of 84 on October 4, 2019 in her Los Angeles home after a long bout with cancer. Ms. Carroll an actress and singer who was featured in a ground breaking sitcom as Julia starting in 1968. Julia who TV series depicting the first "non-stereotypical" African American female character. She was a widowed registered nurse with a son. The sitcom ran from 1969 to 1971. Diahann Carroll won a Golden Globe for her role as Julia.<br />
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Julia Barbie Doll was one of the first celebrity Barbie Dolls that was introduced in 1969. It was based on Ms. Carroll's character Julia Baker.<br />
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The Julia Doll had a Barbie Body and the Christie Dolls head. The talking Christie Doll was introduced in 1968. She was the first African American Barbie size doll.<br />
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There were two Julia Dolls created and one doll talked. The brown/black hair Julia Doll hair turned reddish over the years due to oxidation.<br />
Mattel issued a reproduction in 2009 as part of Barbie's 50th Anniversary.<br />
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#DiahannCarroll #BlackDollHistory #JuliaBakerSandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-36232498737468790342019-05-19T06:59:00.000-07:002019-05-19T06:59:21.754-07:00Detroit Doll Show Founder gets Wonder Woman AwardRaquel the Founder of The Mad Hatter's Tea Party said "be your own Hero."<br />
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Words from Sandra Epps the Founder of the Detroit Doll Show: <br />
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What life has taught me...So as you grow through life and things get tough as they will because they are Teachable Opportunities that may sting pretty bad, you are going to need to make new adjustments and the only true source that's gonna save you is YOU! BE YOUR OWN super HERO!<br />
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You never know who is watching you as you move through life working to be the best you through turbulent times. And your work is just to be a blessing to someone else because you understand what it feels like to be down and out from a tramatic experience. This makes the award even sweeter.<br />
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When I read the words on the award this moved me the most: "Admires and idealized for courage, outstanding achievements and noble qualities with skills representing the power to create, nurture, accomplish and even exceed goals in a dignified manner conquering challenges along the way."<br />
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Thank You Raquel Hardy for the recognition and the support along my journey of empowering women and girls.Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-25704905754145883102019-05-08T07:31:00.001-07:002019-05-08T07:31:33.404-07:00Detroit Doll Show Founder Speaks at Workshop for Girls<div style="background-color: white; color: #1c1e21; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px;">
April 27, 2019 Sandra Epps, the Founder and the Host of the Detroit Doll Show was invited to speak to teenage girls with the Healthy Hair Matters Foundation. Ms. Epps spoke about her work as an author, artist and Founder of the largest doll show of it's kind.<br />
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Words from the Founder "These brilliant teenage girls had great questions. My talk included my personal career journey and the importance of the Detroit Doll Show and having Dolls that represent US.</div>
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Of course I brought props: Brains and Beauty Malia, Super Beauty, Dolls By MonTQ Sassy and Classy (That's what I named my doll<span class="_5mfr" style="font-family: inherit; margin: 0px 1px;"><span class="_6qdm" style="background-image: url("https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/td2/1/16/1f604.png"); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-size: contain; color: transparent; display: inline-block; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px; height: 16px; text-shadow: none; vertical-align: text-bottom; width: 16px;">😄</span></span>), my two children's books ("Imani Has the Most Exciting Dream" and "Girl Power D<span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;">iscover the Princess Within") that I wrote; the Queen Pillow Sample from Sandy's Land Pillow Paint Parties and the Detroit Doll shirt.</span><br />
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Before exiting someone asked did I have my face paint. YES! Of course I had my supplies because I had just left work before speaking to them. These young ladies received some wearable art from me as well.</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The Largest Black
Doll Show of its Kind will be held on November 10, 2018</span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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year’s Show will include one of Marvel Studios Black Panther Cast Members and
provide a full day of Fun and Empowerment for the Entire Family</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Detroit, MI</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"> -- Sandy’s Land
LLC is an entertainment service where the mission is to “Party with a Purpose”
and it will be celebrating its 7th Detroit Doll Show with a unique program
geared toward the entire family on <b>Saturday,
November 10, 2018</b> from 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree By Hilton,
5801 Southfield FWY, Detroit MI 48228 (near Ford Road). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">The
Detroit Doll Show is a <i>Black Doll Show</i>
that will include doll artists from around the globe, figurines, action
figures, a game room, face painting, doll look-alike contest, hands-on
workshops, arts & crafts, door prizes; a panel discussion, “Re-Define your
BEaUty!” featuring local celebrities: Ettaflyy Espy, Co-Founder of Naturally
Flyy Detroit and Co-Owner of Sweet Potato Sensations; Carole Gist, the First Black
Miss USA; AJ Williams, Editor of the City.Life.Style at the Michigan Chronicle;
Yvelette Stines, Author and Journalist; and Canadian Artist Cee Robinson,
Actress, Activist and Doll Artist. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Featured
guest is Janeshia Adams-Ginyard, Marvel Studios Black Panther Dora Milaje and
Danai Gurira Stunt Double. Ms. Adams-Ginyard is an Actress and a Professional
Stunt Woman whose television and film credits include: Godzilla Sequel,
AVENGERS: Infinity War, Black Panther, When We Rise, FLIGHT 42, Mrs. Washington,
Hawaii Five-o, True Blood, NCIS:LA, American Horror Story I &II, Teen Wolf
and 9-1-1 just to name a few. <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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The Detroit Doll Show is coined as “the largest of its kind in the Midwest,”
because it caters to African American children, women and collectors with an
emphasis on honoring black heritage. <i>The Detroit
Doll Show mission is to celebrate history, culture, beauty and self love with
dolls of color</i>. It has been featured in the Michigan Citizen, The Detroit
News, BLAC Magazine, The HUB Detroit, Metro Parent, American Black Journal/PBS,
Rhythm and Praise with Dr. Deborah Smith Pollard on Mix 92.3 FM WMXD, “Small
Talk with Mark Lee on WXYT 1270, Black Doll Collecting and Dolls Magazine. <br />
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The event draws in over 1300 attendees and the goal for 2018 is 5000. Dell
Sanders stated from 2017, <i>“Another
successful show! I’m so glad I was able to attend this year and to gift tickets
to some first timers. I overheard several attendees say how well the show
compliments and represents us and they were so right and there was a sea of
happy smiling little faces to prove it.”<o:p></o:p></i><br />
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Their motto is "Love the Skin You're
In" and "Image is Everything" because it’s healthy for a child’s
self esteem to play with a doll that reflect their image and empowering for
collectors. Be prepared to shop with unique vendors before the Christmas
holiday and participate with some Dollightful “Black Empowerment” at Sandy’s
Land 7<sup>th</sup> Annual <i>Detroit Doll
Show</i> on <b>Saturday,</b> <b>November 10, 2018</b> from 11:00 a.m. to
6:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree By Hilton, 5801 Southfield FWY, Detroit MI 48228. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Early
Bird, Single and Group Tickets are sold online at <a href="http://www.detroitdoll.bigcartel.com/">www.detroitdoll.bigcartel.com</a>.
Tickets will be sold at the door for $10.</span></div>
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Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-11267243834054247632018-06-25T07:23:00.004-07:002018-06-25T08:17:13.335-07:00 The Largest Doll Show in the MidwestMark your calendar for an AWE-mazing Detroit Doll Show!<br />
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2018 Detroit Doll Show will include hand-made dolls, action figures and figurines; panel discussion Redefine Your BEaUty, Doll Look Alike Contest, Vendors from around the Globe, Face Painting, Arts & Craft, Game Room, Doll Workshops, Coloring and a Phenomenal Featured Guest - Janeshia Adams-Ginyard, a cast member from the Black Panther movie. She is a Stunt Woman, Actress and Dora Milaje...<br />
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www.detroitdoll.bigcartel.com<br />
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Sandy's Land 7th Annual DETROIT DOLL SHOW will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 11am - 6:30 pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 5801 Southfield Expressway, Detroit, MI 48228<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Detroit Doll Show, Figurines & Action Figures at the DoubleTree By Hilton, 5801 Southfield, Detroit MI 48228. Near Ford Rd.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Vendors, hands-on activities, speaker, workshops, doll look alike contest, and a Panel discussion, "Re-define Your BEaUty" to include speakers that will cover their journey on how they define their authentic uniqueness in a world filled with unrealistic standards.</span></div>
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Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-43158780812095882232017-11-07T08:37:00.002-08:002017-11-07T08:37:55.710-08:002017 Detroit Doll Show Interviews...Sandy's Land LLC is grateful for the support received in regards to the 6th Annual Detroit Doll Show. We were featured on American Black Journal; Dr. Deborah Smith Pollard's Gospel Program on Mix 92.3 FM, WXYZ Facebook Live, Dr. Sabrina Jackson, 910 Am Radio Program; Small Talk with Mark S. Lee on CBS Radio 1270 Am and WHPR. In addition to the feature in Metro Parent Magazine. We want to Send Out a Thank You for all of the Support<div>
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was in the 1950’s school segregation was mandated by law in 17 states. At the
time Thurgood Marshall was Chief Counsel for the National Association for the
Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). It was a 55 year old separate but equal
doctrine decreed. The NAACP had to work to convince the US Supreme Court that
segregation in and of itself was unconstitutional to make their case, that’s
when Attorney Marshall and his team of lawyers needed to provide proof to
demonstrate that equal educational opportunities for Blacks (African Americans)
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Attorney Marshall sought out to find the outstanding
couple who both held doctorates in Psychology Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Mamie Clark
to repeat their experiment they had done with the School Children from Clarendon
County, South Carolina in New York City in the 1930’s. The Clarks were
conducting a study on the effect of segregation of Black Children in their
preparation for the Briggs V. Elliott Case. This was the first of five cases
argued that would come before the Supreme Court.</div>
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The Oliver Brown V. Board of Education was a developed
Systematic Attack by the NAACP and its Legal Defense and Educational Fund which
culminated in five separate cases from a campaign started at the graduate and
professional education levels from African Americans of Topeka Kansas.</div>
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“In the Experiment, the Clarks handed black children four
dolls. The dolls were identical except that two had a dark-colored skin and two
had light-colored skin. The Clarks asked the children questions such as which
dolls were “nice” and which were “bad” and which doll is most like you.</div>
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The results of the test showed that the majority of black
children preferred the white dolls to the black dolls, the children saying the
black dolls were “bad” and that the white dolls looked most like them. To the
Clarks, these test provided solid proof that enforced segregation stamped on
African American Children with a badge of inferiority that would last the rest
of their lives. The argument swayed the US Supreme Court Chief Justice Earl
Warren, in writing the Court’s Opinion, noted that the legal separation of
black children gave them ‘ A feeling of inferiority as to their status in the
community that may affect their hearts and minds in a way unlikely to ever be
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The Supreme Court announced its unanimous decision on May
17, 1954. It held that School Segregation Violated the Equal Protection and Due
Process of the Fourteenth Amendment. The following year the Court ordered
desegregation “with all deliberate speed.”</div>
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Was a prominent U.S. Documentary, <i>Photo Journalist</i> , who
was a humanitarian with a deep commitment to social justice. His focus was race
relations, poverty, civil rights and urban life.</div>
Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-70519093347979411232017-08-29T08:03:00.002-07:002017-08-29T08:03:41.870-07:00The 6th Annual Detroit Doll Show Speaker is Stacey McBride Irby <div style="background: white;">
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Excited to announce that the Phenomenal Ms. Stacey McBride-Irby will be joining
us for Sandy's Land Doll Show on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at our NEW
LOCATION: DoubleTree by Hilton, 5801 Southfield FWY. Detroit MI 48228.</span></span></div>
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worked for Mattel Inc. for over 14 years where she designed for the Disney
Princess, Career Barbie and she created the </span></span></div>
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first African American line of Barbie’s released in 2009. This collection
consists of dolls in a variety of skin tones with fuller lips and nose,
distinctive cheekbones and different hair colors and textures. Ms. McBride-Irby doll designs ignited a positive change with dolls of color in the U.S.</span></span></div>
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Alpha Barbie celebrating their Centennial year.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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dynamic woman has been featured in Ebony, Essence, Heart & Soul, LA's
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As time move forward it's good to see that the "standard of beauty" slowly but surely is making a change for the TRUTH. Not every Girl or Woman is skinny. We come in different sizes, shapes, and height.<br />
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Georgette Taylor a doll designer was the Co-Founder and VP of Big Beautiful Dolls, Inc where the first full figured 12 inch Fashion Dolls was created in 2000. The Dolls included Dasia (Africa American), Dawn (Caucasion) and Dena (Latina).<br />
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Ms. Taylor then founded "I am Beautiful" Doll Company which consist of limited edition dolls that are curvy (full figured) and hand painted. "Nikia" the first doll produced by the "I am Beautiful" Doll Company was revealed at Sandy's Land 2015 Detroit Doll Show. The doll is hand painted by Georgette Pressler of Devious Body Art. "Nikia" comes signed with a Certificate of Authenticity and a special edition trading card.<br />
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Booty Babe Art was started by Spencer Davis where in 1998 he started to add clay to a relatively skinny 12" fashion doll. His dolls are a bit controversial because some people thinks he over sexualize his doll forms, however. Spencer is said to be expressing his passion for toy collecting and sharing his wonder for the variety of female beauty.<br />
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In 2013 Mattel Barbie sales dropped 13% then sales dropped 16% in 2014 prompting the company to start thinking about re-branding. Mattel Chief Brand Officer Juliana Churgg stated "We needed to reconnect with Moms and reaffirm the positive values of the brand in a really fresh and engaging way." It was November 2016 that Mattel announce the launch of their plus size Barbie. In January 2017 the Curvy, Petite and Tall made their way into our world.<br />
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We know that the long standing criticism over its unrealistic body proportion of dolls produced by Mattel helped to trigger the development of their Barbie Fashionistas Dolls: Curvy, Petite, and Tall. These Barbie Dolls come in 7 skin tones, 2 eye colours and 24 hairstyles. What a smart way for Mattel Inc. to resurge their sells of Barbie. The photo below gives a true to form of realistic sizes.<br />
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Don't forget to join us for Sandy's Land 6th Annual Detroit Doll Show</div>
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Friday, November 10, 2017 - Sunday, November 12, 2017</div>
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Dolls in the photo by: Dolls by MonTQ, Jacqueline Cole and Catherines Girls<br />
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<b>Purchase Tickets visit www.detroitdollshow2017.eventbrite.com</b><br />
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WE HAVE A TOTAL OF 25 VENDORS already booked and locked in for Sandy's Land, 6th Annual Detroit Doll Show. THREE DAYS of Dollightful Fun at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 5801 Southfield FWY, Detroit MI 48228<br />
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GET YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKETS at www.detroitdollshow2017.eventbrite.com<br />
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Friday, November 10, 2017 6pm - 11:30pm the Kick Off with the Masquerade Party - Award Presentation, Mingle with the Doll Artist, Delicious Food, Entertainment and Dancing.<br />
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Saturday, November 11, 2017 12 noon - 6:30 p.m. Exhibit Day! Come Shop Til You Drop with Doll Artist/Makers and Authors; Doll Look Alike Contest, Arts & Crafts, Raffle, Panel Discussion, Interactive Activity and Workshops.<br />
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Sunday, November 12, 2017 11 am til 3pm Workshop & Fun<br />
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Our Mission is to Celebrate Culture, History, Beauty and Self Love with Dolls of Color!!!!<br />
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We have doll artist from Chicago, New York, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, New Jersey, Baltimore, Ohio, Michigan, South Carolina and Ontario Canada to participate with our Show.Sandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-66066784630403862382017-05-15T07:46:00.002-07:002017-07-10T08:24:41.594-07:00Early Doll Participants for 6th Annual Sandy's Land Doll Show<br />
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Thank You to all of our Detroit Doll Show Early Bird Vendors:<br />
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Deana Williams<br />
Theresa Melton & Kimberly Edwards<br />
LaJeana Kennedy<br />
Ingrid Andrews<br />
Erica Millbrooks<br />
Tanya Montegut<br />
David Watkins<br />
Jacqueline Cole<br />
Vanessa Stephenson<br />
Dronella Moore<br />
Tammy Blunt<br />
Natasha Gates<br />
Diana Stanley<br />
Asia Illustration<br />
Terry Crawford<br />
Aniqua Wilkerson<br />
Sonja McCreary<br />
Christopher Jones<br />
Jennifer Washington<br />
Shervonne Taylor<br />
Shirley Nigro<br />
Regina Dale<br />
Sharon Alexander<br />
Chevetta Henry<br />
LaVonda Howard<br />
Michele Sapp<br />
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Friday, November 10, 2017 - Masquerade Party - 6pm - 11:30 pm Mingle with the Doll Artist, Doll Legacy Award Presentation, Mini Exhibit, Music, Dancing, Entertainment and Delicious Food. Tickets are $25 for General Admission.<br />
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Saturday, November 11, 2017 - Doll Exhibit - 12noon - 6:30 pm Arts & Crafts, Workshops, Doll Look Alike Contest, Shop Til You Drop, Raffle, Auction and Surprise Entertainment. $5 Early Bird, $10 at the Door.<br />
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Sunday, November 12, 2017 Afternoon of FUN<br />
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DoubleTree by Hilton, 5801 Southfield FWY, Detroit MI 48228<br />
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www.detroitdollshow2017.eventbrite.comSandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-50406745948856739622017-03-13T08:59:00.002-07:002017-07-10T08:27:04.813-07:00Largest Doll Show in the Midwest<br />
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The Detroit Doll Show has been coined as "The Largest Show of its Kind in the Midwest!" We have Doll Artist, (Doll Markers), Maufactures and Stylist from New York, Chicago, Baltimore, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, Ohio, Minnesota, South Carolina, Michigan, Tennessee, and Ontario Canada to participate.<br />
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Our mission is to celebrate history, culture, beauty and boost self love with Dolls of Color. The program includes doll look alike contest, workshops, speakers, interactive activity, arts & crafts, raffle, auction, presentation of the Doll Legacy Award to individuals who have created services or product that empower women and children.<br />
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Join us at our new venue for three days of Dollightful Fun at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 5801 Southfield FWY, Detroit MI 48228<br />
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Friday, November 10, 2017 - Masquerade Party - 6pm to11:30 pm Mini Exhibit, Mingle with the Doll Artist, Presentation of the Doll Legacy Award, Delicious Food, Music, Dance and Entertainment.<br />
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Saturday, November 11, 2017 Doll Exhibit - 12 noon to 6:30 pm - Doll Look Alike Contest, Arts & Crafts, Doll Workshops, Auction, Shop Til You Drop, Entertainment and Special Guest.<br />
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Sunday, November 12, 2017 an Afternoon of Dollightful Fun<br />
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www.detroitdollshow2017.eventbrite.comSandra L. Eppshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11989604418235630972noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1474688296626027707.post-18595483277060169172017-03-01T07:35:00.001-08:002017-03-01T07:41:07.694-08:00Reborn Dolls and Doll TherapyReborn Dolls have gained much popularity. These dolls look and sometimes feel like real babies and or toddlers. Often times people purchase these dolls to cope with the loss of a loved one, to deal with being an empty nesters, help to ease the pain of losing a child or provide comfort to a woman who can't birth a child. The reasons may vary but these dolls serve a purpose.<br />
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Statistics show that Doll Therapy or "Cuddle Therapy assist patients with Alzheimers. Interacting with dolls help to ease anxiety and bring joy to those who suffer from dementia.<br />
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Whatever the reason, it is a fact Dolls can help the Young and the Season individual become Happy and that's important for all human kind.<br />
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Photo of the Woman and Child was taken by Mama Jendayi Iyi and the other by Nicole Gee from the 2015 Detroit Doll Show.<br />
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Join us for the 6th Annual Detroit Doll Show November 10th, 11th and 12th of 2017. www.detroitdollshow2017.eventbrite.com<br />
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