At the Show - Exhibits

A very popular exhibit at the 2012 Good Sam Show were pieces from the Tom Roberts Collection. He is now disposing of several miniature room settings in his personal collection as the result of a recent move to smaller quarters. For information, contact info@TomRobertsMiniatures.com. To see more of the available collection, go to TomRobertsMiniatures.com.

"An American in Paris & La Gloire de Japon" is available for purchase. Dimensions: 26.5" W x 18.5" D x 27" H

Previous Tom Roberts post here.

From the Chairman

Looking back on the 2012 show, the dealers brought wonderful miniatures and the new dealers were so appreciated by all. The 80 exhibits were outstanding, our best presentation of exhibits in 4 years. Keep them coming. To be able to see a number of Tom Roberts' room settings in a single display was a tremendous treat for all.

The free children's workshops and the pre-registered children's workshops were very busy both days. The Friday workshops were not just glue up kits this year, but really taught students how to do things. There were some 100 people who attended the free Sunday morning "Tools & Techniques" program. You could make a cloth book, learn about using LED lighting, or see how to cut a circle on a table saw.

The featured workshops are still going on, but the students seem really happy with them.

Looking ahead, the 2013 show will be October 12th and 13th, again at the Doubletree. Come join us, it is total mini immersion.

At the Show - IGMA "Gallery of the Guild"

We are delighted that the IGMA was able to organize a "Gallery of the Guild" table at this year's show.  Items from IGMA Artisans and Fellows unable to attend the show were available on the table to buy. The Guild gets 20% of the sale price of anything sold. Here are some of the fine artisan items being offered.

At the Show - IGMA Guild School-Castine

This special exhibit organized by Connie Sauve showcases the wide variety of mediums/classes available to learn at the IGMA Guild School in Castine, Maine. Several students who attended past Castine classes graciously share the items they crafted. The display includes examples of brass turning, metal work, wicker, oil painting, furniture construction, carving, woodworking, silversmithing, and polymer clay food. To learn more about the School, go to www.igma.org/guild_school

At the Show - Fine Furniture

Ferd and Millie Sobol, of The Ferd Sobol Editions, have been dealers at Good Sam for over twenty years. With a passion for perfection, Ferd specializes in late 18th Century furniture from the Federal Period. His fine 1:12 scale limited editions include Queen Anne, Hepplewhite, Sheraton and Chippendale, among others. Ferd's work can be found in private collections and museums worldwide.  Ferd@soboleditions.com,  www.SobolEditions.com

Exquisite round Curio Cabinet with three clear shelves, delicate ormolu and carved legs, crowned with a finial coronet. Removable clear top dome.

Lovely piece of furniture with the characteristics of a writing desk or credenza. The tilt top cantilevered surface allows it to become an Architect's Desk.

This unique Regency period piece is multi-functional. Closed, it is a Library Chair. Open, it instantly becomes a stairway to upper bookshelves.

The open Library Chair functions as a staircase to upper bookshelves.

The Atrium Grouping consists of a Console Table and matching Cherry wood Plantation Side Chairs with hand-caned seats. Sold separately or together.

Ladies Writing Desk and Chair, 25th Silver Anniversary Edition. Sold out.

Queen Anne Dining Room Ensemble with Ball and Claw feet, 9 pieces.  Sold out.

Previous posts on Ferd Sobol Editions, Here

At the Show - Upcoming Workshop at Shellie's Miniatures

Ron Hubble will be teaching a fabulous 4-day workshop--the "Merchant of Granada"--on Oct. 26-29 at Shellie's Miniature Mania, San Carlos, CA. The shop front is custom made by Spanish Brothers and angled to provide a view of the interior which students will finish with shelving. Crammed with interesting details, the workshop includes a custom printed awning, hanging rugs, and two figures that students will dress. Lighting is included. Size 12" W x 12"D x 15" H.  A few openings remain. To register, contact Shellie Kazan. Tel 650-593-4921, shelliesminis@msn.com, shelliesminis.com

At the Show - Exhibits

The exhibits shown here were displayed at this year's Good Sam Show. Special thanks to the 80 exhibitors and Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman, for setting up such a spectacular presentation for our viewing pleasure.

Moonyeen Moller, Moonlight Miniatures, Foster City, CA exhibited Cat Tail Quilts. "It started as an online-roombox-class designed by Cynthia Howe," Moonyeen tells us. "Being passionate about cats, all of the quilts and many of the accessories in the box are cat oriented. Cynthia created special quilt tops just for this project. The dolls are by Sharon Cariola (Doll Mine)."  

In Pursuit of Butterflies is a small Victorian Steampunk scene from the collection of Martha Puff, the Good Sam Show publicist. "It is set in an aged miniature trunk from a Bluette Meloney workshop, 'Travels with Charley.' My son took the class so that I could make this Steampunk scene. All of the butterfly accessories are by Ericka Van Horn, EV Miniatures." evminiatures.com

The Good Sam Show is this weekend!

Come and join us this weekend at the 37th Annual Good Sam Showcase of Miniatures. The show and exhibits will delight you with their variety, quality and vision. We take great pride in our selection of talented artisans. Competition is fierce to be one of the chosen dealers. Everyone is good! You can easily spend a whole day meeting interesting artisans, finding wonderful treasures, and enjoying the exciting world of fine miniatures. You will love the Show.

Saturday includes a Silent Auction. Sunday offers a drawing for dealer donations. There will be free children's classes, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. both days.

American Miniaturist, September 2012

At the Show - Fine Handpainted Porcelain from Japan

Miyuki Nagashima, Tokyo, Japan, makes fine hand-painted 1:12 scale porcelain dinnerware, tea sets, wall plates, vases, and more. Originally an artist for full-size porcelain, she began painting in miniature in 2001. An IGMA Artisan, Miyuki is known for the delicate details of her designs and fine gold decoration. New to Good Sam in 2011, we are delighted she has returned for this year's show. mail@miyuki-miniature-porcelain.com

Dinner set with Blue Flowers and Gold Leaves. Silver by IGMA Fellow Peter Acquisto. www.acquistosilver.com

Tea set with antique fruit design from KPM, the Royal Porcelain Factory in Berlin, Germany (founded in 1763).

Plates with antique fruit design from KPM, the Royal Porcelain Factory in Berlin, Germany (founded in 1763).

Collection of porcelain cups and saucers with Meissen flowers. Porcelain from Meissen, Germany dominated the style of European porcelain from 1710 to 1756.

Vase and Collector's Plates in the tradition of 18th century Sèvres porcelain, France. Inspired by the Catherine II collection in the State Hermitage Museum, Russia.

At the Show - Animal Figures from Japan

Takumi Takanashi from Yokohamashi, Japan, is new to Good Sam this year.  She makes one-of-a-kind 1:12 scale animal figures and has a reputation for selling out at every show. Her work is exceptional and speaks for itself. Here are examples of the types of animals you can expect to find at Takumi's table.  Email: Takumi@minimalxanimal.com. Web: http://www.minimalxanimal.com

At the Show - Fine Furniture from England

An IGMA Fellow, Cabinetmaker Geoff Wonnacott of England makes fine furniture reproductions in 1:12 scale. Each piece is individually handcrafted using the finest materials, often sourced from antique furniture. Commissions are undertaken. This is Geoff's third year as a dealer at Good Sam. He is also teaching a Friday Workshop. In 2011, he taught a Featured Workshop. GffWon@aol.com, Web: www.geoffrey.wonnacott.org. New website: www.geoffreywonnacott.co.uk

Chinese Chippendale Breakfront. This pagoda topped breakfront is antique mahogany with its interior painted an authentic green. The lower doors and drawers are veneered in burl amboyna crossbanded in mahogany.

Regency Splayed Leg Chess Table. Made in mahogany with amboyna burl veneered top. Ebony and boxwood Staunton chess pieces on an ebony and holly wood board. Standing on brass castors.

George I Banded Chest, c1725. Made in walnut with crossbanded drawers and featherbanded burl veneered top. It has four graduated drawers and a brushing slide.

18th century Chippendale Corner Cupboard. Offered as workshop at the 2011 Show. Porcelain by IGMA Artisan Miyuki Nagashima, Japan.

Louis XVI "Secrétaire à Abattant." Porcelain Sèvres plaque by IGMA Artisan Miyuki Nagashima, Japan.

At the Show - Lighting and Chemistry Glassware from England

Ray Storey of England handcrafts fine 1:12 scale light fixtures with hand blown glass shades from the Victorian, Georgian, Tudor, and Art Nouveau eras. His glass shades are fitted with fantastic screw thread shades and easily replaceable bi-pin bulbs. The shades simply unscrew whenever you wish to change the bulb. Ray also makes a fabulous selection of 1:12 scale hand blown chemistry glassware. He has attended Good Sam since 2010. sales@raystoreylighting.com, www.raystoreylighting.com

New 2 arm down Gas Light with round hand-painted glass globes. 

An exciting new selection of 1:12 scale hand blown chemistry glassware.

At the Show - Quarter-Scale Ladies Accessories

In addition to fabulous 1:12 scale women's accessories, Artist Designer Lori Ann Potts from Canada makes a similar quarter-scale line. She will be bringing completed vignette pieces of the same type as those she is known for in full-scale. Due to space constraints, she will not be bringing her fine selection of quarter-scale kits available off eBay. Her first year at Good Sam was 2011.  mustardseed@uniserve.com, http://stores.ebay.com/Lori-Ann-Potts-Miniature-Arts 

Quarter-scale draped sales tables and pieces designed to work in a women's apparel shop. All of the pieces are created on custom mannequins and finished using silk fabrics.

New quarter-scale kits available from Lori Ann's eBay store or from Larrianne's Small Wonders, Ventura, CA. Tel: 805-643-4042. larriannes@sbcglobal.net, larriannessmallwonders.com

At the Show - Vintage, Antique & More

Sara Risley, Red Bow, is new to Good Sam this year. The majority of her items are either vintage or antique. She also has some artisan made furnishings acquired over the years, plus a variety of other things more common. The majority of her items are 1:12 but some of the antique ones are a bit larger. All the items pictured will be for sale.  srisley@mcn.org

Antique girl and buggy

German Furniture

Artisan bed and doll

Arcade furniture

Tootsie Toys

At the Show - Quarter-Scale from Canada

Barbara Greene, Silver Fox Creations, Canada deals in quarter-scale miniatures. She offers fine quality wallpaper, carpets, lighting, furnishings, kitchen accessories, and more. She is the distributor of 1/4-inch furniture made exclusively for her by Bespaq. Barbara has attended Good Sam every other year since 2008.  barbara@silverfoxcreations.com, www.silverfoxcreations.com

Exquisite Bespaq living room furniture and accessories. The lamp, carpet and plant are from Barbara's line of accessories.

Bedroom set by Bespaq. Rug from Barbara's accessories. 

Lovely Bespaq bathroom fixtures in cream with hand-painted floral design and gold trim. 

Many styles of stained glass panels printed on clear acetate with different external trims. 

Door with stained glass inserts and round windows.