ADVANCE REBORN DOLL CONTEST CATEGORY

The Reborn Doll Contest is for artists who create realistic baby-like reborn dolls, showcasing skill in painting, hair (rooted or painted), and finishing to achieve lifelike detail. This category celebrates craftsmanship, attention to detail, and artistic execution in the reborn process.

Eligibility & Entry Requirements

Dolls may be of any skin tone.
Contestants may use any reborn kit of their choice.
Dolls must be newborn size, approximately 17–20 inches in length.
Dolls must wear a plain white onesie. No belly plates, extra props, or accessories are allowed (except for basket filling for support).
The Kansas Doll Show (KDS) will provide woven baskets for display; contestants must supply materials to prop their doll. Basket dimensions: 14" long x12.6" wide x 6" tall
Each basket must be covered with a plain white blanket, with the doll placed on top.
The contestant number sticker must be clearly visible on the blanket.
Deadline
Only one entry per contestant.

Divisions

Beginner: Artist demonstrates a basic understanding of the reborning process.
Intermediate: Artist demonstrates a very good understanding and applies advanced techniques.
Advanced: Artist demonstrates professional-level skill, realism, and artistry.
Contestants must select the division that best fits their skill level.

Presentation Rules

Dolls must be properly posed within the basket.
Hair may be rooted or painted, finished neatly and appropriately for the newborn doll.
The focus must remain on the artistry and craftsmanship.

Judging Criteria

Quality and execution of workmanship
Skin must show realistic mottling, veining, and depth
Nails tipped and sealed
Creases and blushing well blended
Hair properly rooted or painted with natural growth patterns
Eyebrows painted or rooted naturally; eyelashes applied or rooted
Overall appearance, concept, and presentation

Awards

Placement Awards (given within each division):

1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place

Special Recognition Awards

(one award across all divisions)

Best Ethnic Reborn Doll

Advance Reborn Doll Contest

$45.00

Please provide your FULL NAME that you would like placed on the Contest Registration Form!

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Please provide your nursery or business name exactly as it should appear on the registration form.

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Quantity

Only 7 left in stock

Be sure to reserve your spot early before all contest slots are filled! Contestants must attend the Kansas Doll Show on both Saturday and Sunday. Winners will be announced during the Awards Banquet on Saturday.
All contest entries must remain completely anonymous. Entries will be identified by contestant number only—no names, studio names, or identifying information may be displayed.

Please have your entry fully covered before entering the contest staging area. Entries must be kept out of public view at all times before judging.

Dolls submitted for judging may not be photographed, shared, or published on social media or any public platform before submission.

Once your entry is displayed for judging, you are not allowed to touch your contest entry until judging is complete.

Contestants are not permitted to identify or imply which entry is theirs at any time while voting or judging is taking place.

You may be disqualified if you fail to follow the rules as mentioned.

You may be disqualified if you fail to follow the rules as mentioned.
All contest entries will be judged by a panel of qualified judges. Entries are identified by contestant number only to ensure fair and unbiased judging.

Judges will evaluate entries based on the criteria outlined for each specific contest category.

Judges will not know the identity of the artist associated with any entry. No doll names, artist names, studio names, or identifying information are permitted on or near the entry.

Contestants:

May not touch or adjust their contest entry once it is displayed for judging.

May not identify, discuss, or imply ownership of any entry while judging or voting is taking place.

May not photograph or publish their contest entry prior to submission and judging.

Judging comments and score sheets will not be discussed with contestants.

All judging decisions are final.

KDS does not participate in the judging.
Setting Up at the Show

Remember: All contest entries must remain anonymous at all times.
Have your entry fully covered or placed in a box when entering the contest staging area. Entries must not be visible to the public prior to judging.

You will pose and display your silicone contest entry on Saturday morning in the contest staging area. Once your entry is placed, you may not return to or touch it until judging has been completed.

Contest Setup Time

Setup begins at 7:30 AM CST.

All entries must be fully set up by 8:30 AM CST.

Late entries may be disqualified.

The Kansas Doll Show will provide white baskets for posing your contest entry. Please bring any small blankets needed for posing. The outer display blanket must be plain white.

Each contestant will have a basket in the contest staging area containing a form with their name and contestant number. Please locate your assigned basket and complete the form. Leave the completed form with the KDS staff working in the contest area.

Be sure to place your contestant number sticker on your entry’s display blanket. This step is very important to ensure proper identification during judging.

Contest Entry Pickup

Entries must be picked up on Saturday only.

Pickup time is 1:00–1:30 PM CST.

Please do not be late; unclaimed entries may be subject to forfeiture

When picking up your contest entry, you must:

Sign a release form

Present a valid photo ID

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Advance Reborn Doll Contest

Spaces are minimal

Remain Anonymous

Judging

Refund Policy

Setting Up at the Show

Liability / Responsibility Clause

Disqualification Authority

Early Removal / Emergency Policy