Exhibit: The Halloween Tree

The Halloween Tree in 1:12 scale by Tom and Linda Lee, Fremont, CA. "The exhibit is based on a story by Ray Bradbury entitled 'The Halloween Tree' (1972)," Linda Lee tells us. "Originally shown at the 1989 Good Sam Show, it has been restored and slightly reworked for the 2014 Show."

Exhibit: Saranap Auto Museum

"Saranap Auto Museum" in 1:12 scale by Larry Herman, Walnut Creek, CA. "For many years in the Saranap section of Walnut Creek there was a gas station which had several gas pumps in front of their location," Larry Herman tells us. "The gas station was sold in 2008 and the pumps removed. This is a memorial to that past time."

The display case is by Cortland Doan, Cortland Enterprises. He has been selling his extensive line of display cases at Good Sam since 1996. Email: info@cortlandcases.com. Web: http://www.cortlandcases.com/

Photo courtesy of Connie Sauve, 2014 Exhibit Chairman.

For more information on the 2015 Good Sam Show, Friday Workshops, and Monday Academy Classes go to http://goodsamshowcase.miniature.net/

Exhibits: "Dining Out" and "French Bistro"

"Dining Out" in 1:12 scale by Ruth Heisch, San Jose, CA. This was a 2014 NAME project. It was pictured on the cover of the NAME Gazette. Ruth is a member of the Mini-Cals miniature club. She is the Chairman of the Good Sam Show.

"French Bistro" in 1:12 scale by Brenda Hough, San Jose, CA. This was a Name Day project. Brenda Hough is a member of the Mini-Cals miniature club. She is the Chairman of the Good Sam Show Silent Auction.

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, 2014 Exhibit Chairman.

For more information on the 2015 Good Sam Show, Friday Workshops, and Monday Academy Classes go to http://goodsamshowcase.miniature.net/

Exhibit: Peter Rabbit in McGregor's Garden

Linda D. Norman of Scotts Valley, CA is a member of the Smallsea Mini Club. She displayed this exhibit at the 2014 Show. She said "The Smallsea Mini Club of Carmel, CA created roomboxes depicting scenes from the works of Beatrix Potter for Spring. I chose 'Peter Rabbit in McGregor's Garden.' Gayle Clausen from Gayledolls created Peter and his 'lost' coat."

Peter Rabbit in McGregor's Garden. In 1:12th scale, the exhibit is 14-inches wide, 6-1/2-inches deep, and 9-1/2 inches tall.

Exhibit: Fairy House

Long-time exhibitor Susan Osze of Pacifica, CA displayed this delightful Fairy House at the 2014 Good Sam Show. In 1:12 scale, it is 8-inches wide, 9-inches deep, and 8-inches tall. 

One-of-a-kind Fairy House.

Exhibit: Summer Market Stall

Kauty Shivaras-Thurman of Jamestown, Tuolumne County, CA is a member of the Smallsea Mini Club. She displayed her "Summer Market Stall" at the 2014 Show. Kauty tells us, "This is my very first attempt making miniatures. All fruits, vegetables, plates, teapots, and a couple of the pots were handmade. Wisteria was made with paper. The roof was designed with found wood pieces. Very fun project to create."

Summer Market Stall. In 1:12 scale, it is 8-inches wide, 9-1/2inches deep, and 9-1/2 inches tall. 

Exhibit photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, 2014 Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: "Big Top - Santa Cruz"

The Santa Cruz Miniature Guild decided on a circus theme for its Exhibit.  Member Marian Allen, Aptos, California shared: "We met regularly for several months making and gathering items from members to present our Big Top-Santa Cruz exhibit. It was great sharing ideas and talents to make it happen."

In 1:12 scale, the exhibit is 20" wide, 15" deep, and 20" tall. 

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: The Ruffled Rooster

Connie Sauve, Stockton, CA exhibited "The Ruffled Rooster" at the 2014 Good Sam Show. "This was a project that I started in a 2-day 'Kitchen in a Cupboard' class, held in Morgan Hill. I decided early on to have lots of fun with the colors, graphics and accessories. I originally thought it would be a quick project, but it actually took 10 times longer than I thought it would!"

"The graphics are from scrapbook papers. I painted all the canisters in the door and on the countertop. I made the farmhouse sink from Paperclay. I wove the seats for the chairs, and made the seat cushions from fabrics I printed. I made the dishes by spray painting them and added the decals I printed on my computer. In addition, I made the tiled wall by hand cutting and grouting the tiles. I also wove the baskets from scratch. 

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Good Sam Show Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: Kitchen in a Cupboard

"Kitchen in a Cupboard" exhibit by Rhona Lee, Gilroy, California. "This project was brought into creation by Karen and Mark Laisure, Ruth Heisch, and the MiniCals Club. Each participant individualized his/her own style. My version incorporates faux carved wood and painting on the doors courtesy of IGMA Artisan Bluette Meloney." In 1:12 scale, the Kitchen is 12" wide, 9-1/2" deep, and 14" tall.

Photos courtesy of exhibitor Rhona Lee and Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: Grandma's Kitchen

"Grandma's Kitchen" (Kitchen in a Cupboard) by MiniAttics member Marjorie Milani, Redwood City, CA.  The 1:12 scale Kitchen is 9-1/2" wide, 9-1/2" deep, and 9-1/2" tall.

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: Jasmin's Cupcakes

"Jasmin's Cupcakes" exhibit by Lynn Miller, Mountain View, CA. "Jasmin Schwarz of Bitty Bits and Bobs made the wonderful cupcakes. When I started this kitchen, I knew they had found the perfect home." Flowers, frosting, bowls and piping bags by Lynn. In 1:12 scale, the exhibit is 12" wide, 9.5" deep, and 12" tall.

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibits: Decorating Zen Style

Long-time exhibitor Susan Osze of Pacifica, CA displayed two Oriental themed room boxes at the 2014 Good Sam Show. Both are lovely peaceful scenes where simplicity reigns supreme. The settings serve as a reminder that the less in a space, the more special each piece will feel. Indeed, sometimes "less is more."

"Asian Sitting Room" in 1:12 scale.

"Oriental" in 1:12 scale. 

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: "Eliza's Tea Shoppe"

Betty Herman, Walnut Creek, CA exhibited "Eliza's Tea Shoppe" at the 2014 Good Sam Show. "My tea shoppe is named for my grandmother whose name was Eliza. The three English dolls are by Jill Nix, Woodside Dolls, England." In 1:12 scale, the shop is 24" wide, 18" deep, and 18" tall.

The stained glass window is by Barbara Sabia and the chandeliers are by J. Getzan. The English tea food is by Lesley Burgess Kimsal (The English Kitchen). Pete Acquisto (Acquisto Silver Co.) made the silver tea service. The chairs are by William Clinger, and the porcelain teapots and plates are by Valerie Casson, France and Beate from Australia.

Exhibit: "Dutch Baby House in Quarter-Scale."

Exhibitor Cynthia Howe of Santa Maria, CA shares, "This 17-inch Dutch Baby House was made by Bespaq exclusively for Cynthia Howe Miniatures. All furnishings are from my new quarter-scale kits. The lighting includes several of my new 3D printed 1/4" scale lamps." 18" wide, 5" deep, 17" tall.

An Authorized Bespaq Dealer, Cynthia assisted in the fabric design of the new "Pascale” and “Charlotte” Parlor Sets in 1:12 scale. The Pascale and Charlotte sets both come in several wood finishes and two different color fabrics.

Pascale Aubusson 5 piece set in New Walnut.

Pascale Aubusson 5 piece set - Gold.

Pascale Conversation Set - Mahogany and Pink.

Charlotte Aubusson 6 piece set - White/gold.

Charlotte Aubusson 6 piece set - Gold. 

Available on Cynthia's website. Email: cynthia@cynthiahoweminiatures.com.  Web: http://cynthiahoweminiatures.com/

Exhibit: "African Game Room & Garden"

Michael Puff, the Good Sam Show photographer, exhibited his "African Game Room & Garden" at the 2014 Show. Adapted from a design by Whitledge & Burgess, the setting is South Africa.

In 1:12 scale, the exhibit is 19" wide, 15-1/4" deep, and 13-1/4" high.

The Great White Hunter & his Indian Manservant were commissioned from IGMA Fellow Jamie Carrington, England.

Winston, The Bull Dog was commissioned from IGMA Fellow Kerri Pajutee.

The wet bar, looking out onto the African tropical garden.

African decorations handcrafted by African artist Pam Jones, Miniatures Out of Africa, Cape Town, South Africa. Shrunken Head by IGMA Artisan Nancy Quimby, Nantasy Fantasy. Monkey by Todd Krueger, T.K. Designs.

Wet Bar window looking out onto the Orchid Wall of the African garden.

The African garden with handcrafted Ostrich by IGMA Artisan Teresa Summers.

Painting "Pelt Merchant of Cairo" (J.L. Gerome, 1869) by IGMA Artisan Dan Worsham, PepperWood Miniatures. (The photo in the silver frame on the lamp table is of the Great White Hunter as a young man.)

The Great White Hunter as a young man. 

Photos courtesy of exhibitor Michael Puff and Connie Sauve, the Exhibit Chairman.