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Stitching Rhythms: The Craft of Crochet and Hip-Hop Dolls with Adwoa Cooper
www.inthedollworld.com In today's episode, we sit down with Adwoa Cooper from Adwoa Designs. She details her journey from using crochet for stress relief to developing a successful business, illustrating that the path to achievement can be as unexpected as it is rewarding.
Adwoa brings a fresh vibe to crochet, merging hip-hop influences with her unique doll designs that echo a whole culture's beat. We delve into how her dolls bring fresh perspectives to both the hip-hop world and the diverse community of doll enthusiasts. Adwoa's creations are not just dolls; they're narratives spun from her life's fabric, paying tribute to the mentors and the Amigurumi tradition that have shaped her path to prominence in doll crafting circles.
She also shares her wonderful stories about meeting her hip-hop idols, to her winning the of two won two top prizes in the California State Fair’s craft competition.
Wrapping up, Adwoa opens up about the intricacies of valuing her work, the supportive crochet community, and how she inspires the next generation to continue the crochet legacy. This conversation goes beyond crochet's technicalities-it's about life's intertwined paths, our passions, aspirations, and the happiness we infuse into our creations. Tune in for an episode that's as touching as it is thought-provoking, as we explore the art and heart of crochet dolls with Adwoa.
To learn more about Adowa Design please visit adwoadesign.com/
#Crochet #HipHopDolls #DollArtistry #Amigurumi #InTheDollWorldPodcast #GeorgetteTaylorITDW #CrochetCulture #HipHopArt #DollCollectors #AdwoaCooper #AdwoaDesign #ITDW
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Thank you for listening to In The Doll World, to see all the artists we have featured on the show or to leave a review visit www.inthedollworld.com or to see our video interviews please visit our UA-cam channel at ua-cam.com/users/inthedollworld.com.
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Breaking Barriers: Black Women are Revolutionizing the Toy Industry
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Azhelle, The Toy Coach, talks a little about how Black Women are Revolutionizing the Toy Industry. I think there's definitely an increase in representation in the toy industry I think largely a large part of it is due to us as other black women who are coming out with these brands that cannot be ignored I don't necessarily see a huge push from the majors Like you know I mean but that being said...
🌟 Happy New Year to our wonderful 'In the Doll World' community! 🌟
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🌟 Happy New Year to our wonderful 'In the Doll World' community! 🌟 As we step into this new year, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each of you for your unwavering support and enthusiasm. Your engagement and love for our show have been the driving force behind ITDW success, and I'm thrilled to continue this journey with you. In this special New Year message, I just want to thank you for ...
Azhelle Wade: The Toy Coach, Guiding and Empowering Others in the World of Toys.
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www.inthedollworld.com In this wonderful episode of In The Doll World, I am joined by Azhelle Wade, the Toy Coach. Her journey to a key figure in the toy industry is an incredible testament to the power of passion and commitment and her love of teaching and being creative. Embark on Azelle's journey as she shares her reasons for leaving corporate life to pursue her dreams. Explore the challenge...
Creating Empowering Dolls & Toys: The Journey of Andrea Furtick and the Afro Goddess Warrior Dolls
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Welcome to an inspiring conversation with Andrea Furtick, the innovative CEO and founder of AGC Toys, and the creative force behind the Afro Goddess Warrior Dolls and Project. www.inthedollworld.com Get an intriguing glimpse into Andrea's artistic journey that led to the creation of the Afro Goddess Tarot Arkanas and ultimately, these unique, representation-rich dolls. Discover how she overcame...
Dolls and Diversity: An Insightful Conversation with the American Black Beauty Doll Association
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Karen Oyekanmi, the founder of the American Black Beauty Doll Association, opens up the conversation as she shares the inspiration behind her quest to fill the market gap for beautiful black dolls and to provide positive representation for children of color - a mission that still holds significant relevance almost 40 years later, as they celebrate their upcoming annual Festival of Black Doll Sh...
Creating a Legacy of Representation: The Journey of Samantha Ong and Joey Dolls
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Watch the interview now on our UA-cam channel ua-cam.com/users/inthedollworld Samantha's story begins with a simple desire - to create dolls that reflected her daughter's Asian heritage. Frustrated with the lack of diversity in the toy market, she embarked on a journey to make dolls that would allow children of Asian descent to see themselves in the toys they play with. Joeydolls are more than ...
Magazine Leader, Diana Jones, Owner of Dolls Magazine
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subscribe at www.inthedollworld.com A journey into the heart of the doll industry with our enthralling guest, Diana Jones, the dynamic owner of Dolls Magazine. As a child, Diana enjoyed altering her dolls' hair and creating unique looks for each of them. Diana has since navigated through life's turns, acquiring a microbiology degree, raising seven children, and eventually taking the reins of Do...
Tedx talk at 10 years old
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Tedx talk at 10 years old
Exploring the World of Miniatures with Kat Picot: Publisher of Shrunk Magazine
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Exploring the World of Miniatures with Kat Picot: Publisher of Shrunk Magazine
Zoe Oli: The 11-Year Old CEO of Beautiful Curly Me, Pioneering Representation in Dolls
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Zoe Oli: The 11-Year Old CEO of Beautiful Curly Me, Pioneering Representation in Dolls
From Doll Collector to Instagram Influencer: Cassie Jenkins of Dolls on the Scene
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From Doll Collector to Instagram Influencer: Cassie Jenkins of Dolls on the Scene
Dolls, Identity & Self-Expression: A Conversation w/ Clawdeena, doll enthusiast & Youtube Sensation
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Dolls, Identity & Self-Expression: A Conversation w/ Clawdeena, doll enthusiast & UA-cam Sensation
In The Doll Word celebrates 3rd year anniversary!!!! YEAH!!!
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In The Doll Word celebrates 3rd year anniversary!!!! YEAH!!!
Flora Ekpe-Idang, the CEO, Founder and creator of Corage Dolls.
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Flora Ekpe-Idang, the CEO, Founder and creator of Corage Dolls.
Evalina, Silicone Doll Artist & owner of Evergreen Art Dolls
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Evalina, Silicone Doll Artist & owner of Evergreen Art Dolls
Debra Pounds, Doll Artist and owner of Paddlefootz Dolls & Thangs
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Debra Pounds, Doll Artist and owner of Paddlefootz Dolls & Thangs
Yla Eason, creator of Sun-Man and Owner of Olmec Toys
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Yla Eason, creator of Sun-Man and Owner of Olmec Toys
Natasha Smith, Art Doll Artist and Owner of Mend by Ruby Grace
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Natasha Smith, Art Doll Artist and Owner of Mend by Ruby Grace
Demetrius Davis, Jr. aka LiL Dee - CEO of Our Brown Boy Joy
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Demetrius Davis, Jr. aka LiL Dee - CEO of Our Brown Boy Joy
Sandra Epps, Founder of Sandy’s Land LLC and the Detroit Doll Show@InTheDollWorld
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Sandra Epps, Founder of Sandy’s Land LLC and the Detroit Doll Show@InTheDollWorld
Janet Lovett, Doll Sculptor & Reborn Doll Artist
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Janet Lovett, Doll Sculptor & Reborn Doll Artist
Nikki Graves, CEO of Trinity Designs, Inc. on In The Doll World podcast & Youtube Channel
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Nikki Graves, CEO of Trinity Designs, Inc. on In The Doll World podcast & UA-cam Channel
Hope Ivy Mason, Doll Artist and Guild Award doll artist winner
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Hope Ivy Mason, Doll Artist and Guild Award doll artist winner
Gina King, Mini Food Artist & Owner of Chef Gina's® Mini Food
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Gina King, Mini Food Artist & Owner of Chef Gina's® Mini Food
Sandra Maxwell, Award Winning BJD Artist and owner of Sandra Maxwell Studios
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Sandra Maxwell, Award Winning BJD Artist and owner of Sandra Maxwell Studios
Sherri Roberts-Lumpkin, Founder of Ragbaby Exchange
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Sherri Roberts-Lumpkin, Founder of Ragbaby Exchange
ITDW w Noel Cruz, Distingushed Repaint Artist
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ITDW w Noel Cruz, Distingushed Repaint Artist
Tamika Spencer, Paper Artist, specializing in doll wigs
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Tamika Spencer, Paper Artist, specializing in doll wigs
Acori Honzo: Part 2, sculptor, painter & doll artist
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Acori Honzo: Part 2, sculptor, painter & doll artist

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @AnneAndersonFoxiepaws
    @AnneAndersonFoxiepaws 2 місяці тому

    Andrew is wonderful, he's been around for most of the time that I have been into dolls/miniatures/action figures and has always done intriguing and beautiful work. He even touched on the model horse world at one point. I have always loved his dolls and it's always something I would love to have in my collection. You just do you Andrew and keep making these stunning dolls, I have never understood the rigidity of doll collectors. I would be over the moon to have an Andrew Yang doll, of any size, in my collection, despite my dioramas being in 1:18th scale.

  • @AmbrosiasDollhouse
    @AmbrosiasDollhouse 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful interview ! I am an adult collector of dolls. Proudly adding this doll to my collection very soon. Looking forward to her new ideas and dolls. ✨💜✨💜👏🏽

  • @laurad4243
    @laurad4243 5 місяців тому

    Really enjoyed this get together doll chat. Thanks 😊

    • @InTheDollWorld
      @InTheDollWorld 5 місяців тому

      Thank you so much. Hope you get to see and enjoy the rest of our shows.

  • @reeset2198
    @reeset2198 6 місяців тому

    Brilliant interview!! ❤

  • @vincenowell9172
    @vincenowell9172 6 місяців тому

    This was a delightful interview! Thank you Doug, Tammy and Georgette. I adore my CED dolls to this date. They are so beautiful.

  • @laydadoll7
    @laydadoll7 7 місяців тому

    These remind me of the “niggerines-figurines” as my granny called them 😂, from Tales From The Hood .. absolutely obsessed with the craftsmanship of the dolls I can’t wait to get one 🥹!

  • @maureenbright5432
    @maureenbright5432 7 місяців тому

    OMG!!! They are SO LOVELY! Not just fabulously beautiful but I LOVE the family connections.

  • @erikaking6520
    @erikaking6520 7 місяців тому

    I have several of her fresh dolls !!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤ so happy for us !!!!

  • @Handmadebyadwoa
    @Handmadebyadwoa 8 місяців тому

    Mind blown! Such an inspirational episode. ❤🙏🏾

  • @epinkchocolate
    @epinkchocolate 8 місяців тому

    HAPPY NEW YEAR 🎉🎉🎉

  • @dollsonthescene
    @dollsonthescene 8 місяців тому

    Happy New Year, Georgette!! Thank you for sharing enlightening stories In The Doll World.🤩

  • @rjennings1330
    @rjennings1330 8 місяців тому

    This is a treasure 🎉

  • @maureenbright5432
    @maureenbright5432 8 місяців тому

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!

  • @jillianmcclennan576
    @jillianmcclennan576 8 місяців тому

    Happy New Year to you too!

  • @ateliermissgeorgiadoll664
    @ateliermissgeorgiadoll664 8 місяців тому

    Happy New Year 2024🎉🎊!!

  • @jamorrispatterson5339
    @jamorrispatterson5339 8 місяців тому

    I love your interviews they are so inspiring!

  • @Dollsanity
    @Dollsanity 8 місяців тому

    I've learned so much from the interviews and look forward to this year's guests.

  • @sunshinerainbowsnursery3500
    @sunshinerainbowsnursery3500 8 місяців тому

    🎊 Happy New Year 🎊

  • @vincenowell9172
    @vincenowell9172 8 місяців тому

    I’m hoping Jozef will be able to do a second collection of his lovely dolls. I only have one doll right now, but I am hoping to get another soon.

  • @giselecabral1160
    @giselecabral1160 8 місяців тому

    Love hearing this!!! Wonderful meeting like minded doll lovers. ❤

  • @jackkyle5457
    @jackkyle5457 8 місяців тому

    Question Who do you think will be the Fashion doll to fill the Robert Tonner gap

  • @InTheDollWorld
    @InTheDollWorld 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much. I am glad you enjoyed it. Really appreciate that. Hope you get to enjoy more of the shows as well.

  • @dollsonthescene
    @dollsonthescene 8 місяців тому

    Such an insightful conversation!

  • @Dollsanity
    @Dollsanity 8 місяців тому

    I'm here about to listen to this episode because as I was looking for a specific Tonner doll on ebay, I noticed 2 other dolls the seller had that I'd never seen before. I started searching deelply and found they are CED dolls. All new to me! I reali zed there are not a lot of these around and bought them both. My search led me here, and I am excited to find out more about this amazing designer!

  • @charlesrobinson7469
    @charlesrobinson7469 9 місяців тому

    I hope She will consider making a 3 3/4 O ring(gijoe style) line of Sun Man & other figures.🙏🏾

  • @Dollsanity
    @Dollsanity 9 місяців тому

    This was an amazing interview. So incredibly interesting. Mattel needs to bring Byron's creativity back. He is something special. Also, I have one of the Big Beautiful dolls in my collection. She's everything.

    • @InTheDollWorld
      @InTheDollWorld 9 місяців тому

      Oh thank you so much, yes this was definitely one of my fanngirl moments. You are right, about his creativity, it was a breath of fresh air to the Barbie doll line. Love him!! and thank you for loving our Big Beautiful Dolls!

  • @enyonamdzathor2298
    @enyonamdzathor2298 10 місяців тому

    Young black doll collector here. My name is also Adwoa haha 😆 its inspiring to see people like me who have been enjoying this hobby and work for such a long time

  • @Handmadebyadwoa
    @Handmadebyadwoa 10 місяців тому

    Thank you Ms. Taylor! We appreciate you.

  • @CherishedDollFriends
    @CherishedDollFriends Рік тому

    Wonderful interview. I enjoyed learning about Tamara’s journey. She has an amazing natural talent and I’m inspired to try sewing for my dolls!😊 Thank you Georgette and Tammy😃

  • @RozannaPotter-sk5et
    @RozannaPotter-sk5et Рік тому

    I really enjoyed hearing your story, Andrew.I now know a lot of who you are as a person and as an artist. That's ALL way,way cool. Continue enjoying creating BEAUTIFUL dolls!

  • @kennethgreen9490
    @kennethgreen9490 Рік тому

    *PromoSM* 😊

  • @RbjewelzBarbie
    @RbjewelzBarbie Рік тому

    This is an amazing interview. I follow Cassie on Instagram. I am glad to see this because it helps me as a Barbie/Doll collector. I have collected off and on for years. I recently reconnected with my Barbies. I feel free to enjoy my Barbies again.💖🎀💖

    • @InTheDollWorld
      @InTheDollWorld Рік тому

      Thank you so much for that comment. Would you mind putting your comments on our In The Doll World podcast www.inthedollworld.com/ there is a tab that says reviews, and you can leave comments there. It really does help the website and the show. Thank you.

  • @MyStitchinDolliverse
    @MyStitchinDolliverse Рік тому

    I love Cassie’s Instagram! She brings me so much joy with her humor!! ❤❤❤

  • @compactgirl
    @compactgirl Рік тому

    😂 this was sweet, I too have a closet full of barbie I have four eight gallon containers full of already been played with barbie I resuce well buy at my local swap meet 70s 80s 90s barbie I do have a small collection of 60s early 70s barbies too.

  • @rikkib7636
    @rikkib7636 Рік тому

    Terrific interview! I so enjoy Cassie’s IG account, especially the twinning:)

  • @MarinaPinkarina
    @MarinaPinkarina Рік тому

    What a fun and inspiring interview with beautiful Cassie, loved it!

    • @InTheDollWorld
      @InTheDollWorld Рік тому

      Thank you for this beautiful comment. Would you mind putting your comments on our In The Doll World podcast www.inthedollworld.com/ there is a tab that says reviews, and you can leave comments there. It really does help the website and the show. Thank you.

  • @GrandmaGetsReal
    @GrandmaGetsReal Рік тому

    Cassie does the BEST twinning.

    • @InTheDollWorld
      @InTheDollWorld Рік тому

      Yes she does. She is so creative with it and her twinning always looks fabulous!

    • @irenelee2453
      @irenelee2453 Рік тому

      Yes I love her twinning posts

  • @GrandmaGetsReal
    @GrandmaGetsReal Рік тому

    What a fabulous interview!

  • @CherishedDollFriends
    @CherishedDollFriends Рік тому

    Loved this interview. Clawdeena explains so well what is at the heart of doll collecting. Thank you for creating these interviews. 🤗

    • @InTheDollWorld
      @InTheDollWorld Рік тому

      Yes I loved interviewing Clawdeena as well. So insight, passionate and empowering for such a younger person but also so much fun talk to. Thank you so much for enjoying the show. Would you mind leaving a review for us on our website at www.inthedollworld.com/reviews/new/ It does help that other people who visit the site find our listeners and viewers appreciate the show. Thank you again for taking the time to leave a wonderful comment. Have a wonderful day.

  • @CherishedDollFriends
    @CherishedDollFriends Рік тому

    I must look into getting Gene’s book!😃

  • @claudiahill6955
    @claudiahill6955 Рік тому

    Doug and I were great friends when we were studying drama together in college! It's so wonderful to watch this video and hear him talk about his dolls and creative process. I've recently become a doll collector - late in life - and now I have to get one of his dolls. Love to you, Doug!

  • @nassj6593
    @nassj6593 Рік тому

    What a fun interview and great conversation of several topics.

  • @Dwayne615
    @Dwayne615 Рік тому

    Great chat! You really find some interesting guests which is appreciated!

  • @valt8744
    @valt8744 Рік тому

    Thank you Georgette, for such an interesting and wide ranging interview with Clawdeena. I will definitely go over to his channel now and start watching!

    • @InTheDollWorld
      @InTheDollWorld Рік тому

      Thank you so much for sharing that. So glad you enjoyed the interview. Clawdeena was so inspiring and we really could have talked for hours but she had some traveling to do after our interview so had to let her go!! Great you are going to check out her channel! Would you mind leaving a review for our channel on our website www.inthedollworld.com/reviews/new/ It helps the show and other show visit the website to know that our listeners and viewers really enjoy what we are doing. Thank you so much.

  • @vanessamccreadie6429
    @vanessamccreadie6429 Рік тому

    🤗💛🔥🔥💙😍🔥🎈

  • @Dwayne615
    @Dwayne615 Рік тому

    Congrats! Love jumping from your podcast to the UA-cam page to see your guests & their work!

  • @MzShon84
    @MzShon84 Рік тому

    Congratulations!!!

  • @neelytaylor4594
    @neelytaylor4594 Рік тому

    I would love to purchase more of these!!!

    • @InTheDollWorld
      @InTheDollWorld Рік тому

      Hello Neely, I have quite a few, of course it depends on which ones you are looking for. You can dm me.

    • @neelytaylor4594
      @neelytaylor4594 Рік тому

      @@InTheDollWorld hi there! Thank you for your response! I didn’t think I would have any luck since this video is two years old! 😂

    • @neelytaylor4594
      @neelytaylor4594 Рік тому

      @@InTheDollWorld I just subscribed and emailed the website!

  • @alldolledup-theseries7482

    Happy 3rd anniversary!! 🎉🎉

  • @sabrinathomas9882
    @sabrinathomas9882 Рік тому

    Okay, I am excited about this doll. I have submitted my order and can’t wait to hug her!