Each year, the Show brings together more than 100 U.S. and international artisans and dealers, including a number of I.G.M.A. Artisans and Fellows. They offer collectors unique, well-crafted 1-inch, 1/2-inch, and 1/4-inch scale miniatures from around the world.

Saturday, December 2, 2017

Happy Holidays from the Good Sam Committee

To celebrate this most wonderful time of the year during December, each week we are delighted to share some Holiday themed miniatures created by Good Sam Show dealers. May the magic and wonder of the Holiday Season stay with you throughout the coming year.

All miniatures are 1:12 scale, unless otherwise stated. Reminder: Click on any photo and it will enlarge.

Look for Good Sam Show Christmas Blog posts and Facebook each week until the New Year.


Carla Gaustad: Collectibles & Figures
Anthropomorphic red fox Christmas vendor and Santa Boot with candy.
Carla Gaustad specializes in fine miniatures by talented U.S. and international miniature artisans. Twice a year, she goes to a leading dollhouse festival in England to buy exceptional craftsmen pieces. A dealer at Good Sam for more than thirty years, Carla's table is not to be missed.  jgaustad1@cox.net

To see offerings from Carla Gaustad in prior years, go >here<.


Larry & Betty Herman, Itty-Bitty Builder: Furniture, Accessories & Dolls
Two-story Christmas gingerbread house (or shop) in 1:12 scale and 1:48 scale.
Itty Bitty Builder has been a dealer at Good Sam for almost twenty years. The Hermans carry a fine selection of handcrafted country furniture, dolls, toys, porcelain and glass accessories. Larry also makes and sells his own handcrafted tables. Email: Hermanshow@aol.com

To see offerings from Itty-Bitty Builder in prior years, go >here<.


Bridget McCarty Miniature Pets
Miniature kitty getting into a lot of Christmas trouble.

Bridget McCarty Miniature Pets
Peppermint polar bears full of Christmas spirit. Each is 1.5" tall and made with soft plush.
Bridget McCarty creates an array of delightful one-of-a-kind 1:12 scale animals and fanciful characters. Her miniature pets are lifelike and full of personality. Bridget's charming scenes are imaginative and sure to delight. Custom orders are welcome. Email: aliceinteacup@yahoo.com. Web: http://www.BridgetMcCarty.com.  Facebook: Miniature Pets by Bridget McCarty.

To see more of Bridget McCarty's work, go >here<.


Tish Tierney, Versailles Fashion Dolls
Modern day Christmas Shopper, 1:12 scale.
Tish Tierney, Versailles Fashion Dolls, has been making dolls since 2012. She specializes in 1:12 scale porcelain dolls. Dolls are poured from various molds. She paints the faces with acrylic paint.  Costumes are researched and made with silks, other natural fabrics, and antique lace. She endeavors to give her dolls a realistic look and pose. Email: tishtierney@yahoo.com. Web: http://www.versaillesfashiondolls.com

To see more of Tish Tierney's work, go >here<.


Ruth Stewart, Stewart Dollhouse Creations
1:48 Brand new Gingerbread Houses made with silicone molds.

Ruth Stewart, Stewart Dollhouse Creations
1:12 Cupcake Platter full of Christmas Cheer.

For all the major holidays and other celebrations, Ruth Stewart offers a wide variety of kits and desserts in 1:12 scale and 1:48 scales. In addition, she makes molds, laser-cut antique doilies, tea sets, rugs, and lots more. Email: ruth@stewartdollhousecreations.com. Web: http://stewartdollhousecreations.com

To see more of Ruth Stewart's work, go >here<.

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