Animals & More: Bridget McCarty

Bridget McCarty specializes in hand-sculpted furry animals and pets with lots of personality. She also makes some dolls, fanciful characters, and special scenes that are sure to delight. No matter the season or Holiday, Bridget always has something enchanting to share. aliceinteacup@yahoo.com, http://www.bridgetmccarty.com, bridgetmccarty.blogspot.com, http://www.facebook.com/pages/Miniature-Pets-By-Bridget-McCarty/133772454555#

One-of-a-kind charming Mermaid doll, 1:12 scale.

Hand-painted and lavishly decorated 1:12 scale hutch full of characters and little items handmade by Bridget.

An adorable furry orange kitten. 1:12 scale.

Hand-painted cupboard with two gorgeous blue-eyed Ragdoll Cats and little items handcrafted by Bridget. 1:12 scale.

One-of-a-kind Alice in Wonderland character doll and the White Rabbit, 1:12 scale.

To see more of Bridget's work, go here, here, here and here.

Fabulous Foods: Lola Renner

Lola Renner of Lola's Originals has been creating  mouth-watering miniature food for more than 30 years. She has been a dealer at Good Sam the entire time. Lola's line is extensive and includes fabulous wedding cakes and amazing desserts. She also makes appetizers, fruit, gourmet food, all kinds of seasonal and Holiday candies and treats, plus more. lolaoriginals@aol.com, http://lola-originals.com/miniatures/

Candy displays: A rope licorice holder, a lollipop fan, and a candy stick holder.

Ham Dinner for four, served with corn-on-the-cob.

Delightful selection of Halloween items.

Collection of mouth-watering pastries and cakes.

Counter filled with a collection of fancy candies.

Delectable crown rib roast with paper "frills".

One of Lola's amazing 1:12 scale wedding cakes.

Selection of cakes from Lola's table at the 2012 Good Sam Show.

To see more of Lola's delectable foods, to here.

Hindeloopen & Fantasy: Joan Wheatley

Joan Wheatley hand-paints authentic Dutch Hindeloopen folk art furniture and accessories. She also makes fanciful tree houses perfect for fairies, forest animals, and wee folk. Joan recently added miniature hand-sculpted resin mice and friends to her line. In addition, she designs whimsical Collectors Cases, creates original oil paintings, and makes a line of prints from her original paintings. joansweetrees@bellsouth.net, www.joansweetrees.com

"Road to a Friend's House" is a hand-painted case with hand sculpted acorn faces and leaves. The furniture is also hand-painted. 11.5"x21"x6". 

"Anyone Home" Painting, about 5" x 7". (Contact Joan about other sizes.) Also available are Giclée prints on archival paper using archival inks. (Done from Joan's original oil paintings.)

One-of-a-kind tree house with hand-sculpted porcelain mice, 6" x 4.5"x 4" high.

Two hand-sculpted porcelain mice and cat displayed on slice of faux swiss cheese. Most mice range in size from about 3/4-inch to 1-1/4 inch.

Collection of 1:12 scale Dutch Hindeloopen hand-painted furniture and accessories.

Collector's Case: Christmas in Germany, 10.75" x 16.5" x 1".

To see more of Joan Wheatley's work, go here.

From the Chairman: 2013 Good Sam Show Ad

We would like to share this half-page ad for the Good Sam Show. It appears in the Sept-Oct issue #35 of Dollhouse Miniatures magazine (page 32) and features hand-thrown pottery by Troy Schmidt, Red Dragon Pottery. It is followed by 3-1/2 pages of dealer ads under the banner of Showcase of Miniatures at the top of the page.

Using a full-sized potter's wheel, Troy Schmidt handcrafts 1:12 scale hand-thrown pottery from fine English porcelain.

Sept. 28 Estate Sale in Morgan Hill, CA

This large estate sale is loaded with bargains. More than 100 assorted lots will be offered for sale. Most items are 1-inch scale. There is also a special selection of Department 56 figures. The sale is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at our facility at 315 Digital Drive in Morgan Hill, CA.

Garden Gazebo, Lot 48.

Fabulous Toy Soldiers, Lot 9.

Old-fashioned Wood Hutch with Dishes, Lot 26.

Fanciful White Metal Wicker Bedroom Furniture, Lot 2.

Doctor's Examination Table and Storage Unit for Medical Supplies.

Vintage File Cabinet, Patient's Chair and Standing Scale for Medical Office.

For prior posted photos, go >HERE<.

Pre-Sept 28 Estate Sale: A Home of Your Very Own

Are you a "homeless" miniaturist? Have you always wanted a miniature mansion but are on a fixer-upper budget? These two wonderful properties are move-in ready with electrical wiring, finished exterior and some interior details. Available now, prior to the Sept. 28 Estate Sale. Delivery offered in the Bay Area. Additional details and photos can be provided upon request. Contact hufstuff2003@yahoo.com 

Magnolia Manor 9-room farmhouse with tower. 4 ft. long. $500 or best offer.

Chateau Rose with handsome turret. 4 ft. long. $500 or best offer.

Vintage & Accesories: Acme Anything!

Carol Carr, who sells as "Acme Anything!", is a long time dealer at Good Sam. Her furniture and accessories are vintage in style, hand-painted and aged. Carol's dressed skeletons and pumpkin people are sure to delight. There is great whimsy and fantasy in her creations.  ranchodonamona@earthlink.net

Needlework: Cheri's Fantasy Creations

Cheri Sandall (Cheri's Fantasy Creations) has been a dealer at Good Sam for the last several years.  She creates a wide range of outstanding stitchery including cross-stitch pictures, needlepoint, and petit point. Her hand-crocheted baby clothes, table cloths and doilies are exquisite. Cheri also makes fabulous afghans, beaded purses, and more. chersan3@frontier.com

To see more of Cheri's work, go here.

Books & Magazines: Ellen Braby

Ellen Braby has been a dealer since 2007.  She sells a broad selection of fascinating books and magazines useful to the miniature enthusiast. Subject matter covers historical periods, architecture, interior design, home decorating, and much more. All are selected to tweak your "mini" imagination.  ebraby@gmail.com

To see more of Ellen's table, go here.

Figures by Gayle Clausen, GayleDolls

Gayle Clausen of GayleDolls makes a wide variety reasonably priced one-inch and quarter-scale character dolls. She specializes in everyday working folks with attitude. Waiters, shopkeepers, older folks, storybook and Christmas characters are amongst her best sellers. She has attended Good Sam since 2006. gayledolls@cox.net, www.gayledolls.com

Two Steampunk character dolls.

Two quarter-scale children playing on a bed.

Steampunk Santa and Teddy Bear

To see more of Gayle's figures, go here, here and here.

Clothing & More: Gloria Kent "Memories"

Gloria Kent of Sacramento, CA has been a dealer at Good Sam since 2006.  She sells as Gloria Kent "Memories" and specializes in 1:12 scale miniatures. Her line includes delightful vintage clothing, accessories, dressing table items, display carts, trunks, and more. Tel 916-451-5114.

To see more of Gloria Kent's designs, go here.

Furniture, Toys & More: Itty Bitty Builder

Larry and Betty Herman of Walnut Creek, CA have been dealers at Good Sam for many years. They sell as Itty Bitty Builder and carry a fine selection of Windsor furniture, vintage dolls, toys, and country accessories. They also make miniature scenes and have exhibited at Good Sam.  hermanshow@aol.com 

Flowers: Jan's Flower Shoppe & More

Janice Kimbro of Jan's Flower Shoppe & More designs a delightful range of floral arrangements. She has been handcrafting florals for more than twenty years. She takes great pride in the authenticity of her work. Tel: 916-349-1340.

Jan's 2012 Good Sam exhibit "A Place to Dream" made the cover of the April 2013 issue of American Miniaturist magazine.

Toys & More: Lee's Microcosm

IGMA Artisan Tom Lee of Lee's Microcosm handcrafts fabulous 1:12 scale wooden nutcrackers with working jaws, children's furniture, vintage toys and wagons, children's games, and more. Be sure to look for Tom and Linda Lee's table at this year's show. Orders accepted. 510-659-1154,  glenlee5@sbcglobal.net

To see more of Tom Lee's work, go here and here.

Quarter-Scale Structures: Mel Yost, Mel's Miniatures

Mel Yost, Mel's Miniatures, handcrafts quarter-scale structures using materials native to his locale in Sunriver Oregon. All structures are open at the back. He also makes quarter-scale furniture from the same woods as used for his structures. Along with his wife Janet, Mel has attended Good Sam for the last several years. MelvinJanet@aol.com

To see more of Mel's quarter-scale structures, go here.