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DesignerCon 2018 Guide: Must Visit Booths
We are less than a week away from DCon and the excitement is mounting. With 700 vendors and more than 300 artists this year, looking at the map is overwhelming. But have no fear, your friendly neighborhood blogger is here! I’ve gathered some standouts and personal favorites to help you navigate this awesome sea. Standouts Starting with a biggie—Medicom (booth 405). This announcement filled me with many emotions, but the top one was surprise. Medicom doesn’t normally participate in US shows, so this is a momentous occasion that merits celebration. The legendary Japanese company and DCon organizers have anticipated the crowds the booth will draw, and designated a generous 40’X40’…
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DesignerCon 2018 Guide: Getting Ready
It’s November, which means my favorite time of year is approaching. Fall is here, the leaves are brown and a young woman’s mind turns to show exclusives! That’s right, it’s time for DesignerCon. Rich and I have been attending and/or vending at DCon since the beginning. We’ve seen the designer toy convention grow from five aisles of vendors to a sprawling event that can’t be contained by the Pasadena Convention Center. Last year we said good-bye to Pasadena. The lovely city streets, the quiet walk back to the hotel, the sushi restaurant with tiny floating boats in lieu of a conveyer belt. I’ll miss you all! This year is a…
