Creations for the Holidays

Dealer Takumi Takanashi, Japan: Furred Animals

Takumi Takanashi from Japan makes superb one-of-a-kind 1:12 scale furred dogs, cats and wildlife figures. Her work is exceptional, and she sells out quickly.  Be sure to stop by her table
and take a look. Email: Takumi@minimalxanimal.com.  Web: http://www.minimalxanimal.com

Pair of furred dogs with handcrafted lighted bamboo Christmas Tree, decorated with seashell ornaments.

Furred cat, with handcrafted cat bed, Christmas Tree and Wreath.

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

Dealer Volker Arnold, Germany

From Germany, the talented Volker Arnold creates beautiful and intricate wood art. Assisted by his daughter Lisa, Volker offers assembled nativity and other Holiday scenes and kits in 1:12 scale and the smaller 1:144 Scale to 1:2000 Scale. His designs, though quite simple to make, impress all those who see his projects. His patterns are sold as downloadable PDF files or on CDs. http://woodyoubelieveshop.blogspot.com/  Email: vasaw@gmx.de  Web: www.vaholzkunst.de

Lighted Alpine Christmas Village scene.

Little girl's room and Alpine scene.

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


Dealer Carlene Brown, Something Special Miniatures: Market stalls and Shabby Chic Furniture

Carlene Brown offers a wide variety of Market Stalls in 1:12 scale. They are available empty or filled with items. Themes include garden, seashore, Halloween, Christmas, and much more. She also makes and sells various items to fill the stalls. Carlene has also offered Good Sam Friday Workshops to make your own market stall. Email: petecar55@yahoo.com

Christmas Market Stall filled with holiday themed miniatures. 1:12 scale.

Garden Market Stall offered as a Friday Workshop at the 2017 Good Sam Show.

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


Dealer Betinha Murta: Tea & Dinner Sets, Deserts, Plants, Shoes & More
From Brazil, Betinha Murta Miniatures now lives in Orlando, Florida. Working in cold porcelain, she handcrafts 1:12 scale tea sets, dinner sets, plants, little shoes, fountains, cakes, sweets, chocolates, drinks, and more.  She also creates in 1:144 scale. Email: elizabeth_murta@yahoo.com  Etsy: www.etsy.com/shop/betinhamurtaminis

Gingerbread Houses and Gingerbread Train in 1:12 scale.

Charming Holiday Cake with Gingerbread House, cookies and candy decorations. Whimsical Holiday teapot, plate, cup and saucer, and wooden spoon. 1:12 scale.

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


Dealer Fern Vasi, Doll Artist

IGMA Artisan Fern Vasi creates 1:12 scale porcelain character dolls of all ages and from all walks of life. Each delightful figure tells a story with its distinctive costuming, body language, and varied emotions. Some years, Fern offers a Friday Workshop or a Monday Academy Class. Email: fernvasidolls@yahoo.com

Each year, Fern has a new Santa or two to share, and a Mrs. Claus, too.

For the holidays, each year Fern makes new Christmas elves doing something different than in past years. The elves are a popular series with collectors. 

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

2018 Show Preview

Dealer Brian "Rainbow Hand" and Kathy Tepper

Always reinventing themselves, the ever-so-talented Brian and Kathy Tepper have created an unconventional and vibrant "Career Birds" collection. Imaginative and playful, each creation is unique and innovative. Email: briantep@verizon.net.

Career Criminals

Lulu's Laundry

The Abstract Artist 

The Kitchen Staff

Dealer Jan Patrie  Autumn Leaf Studio, Nevada

IGMA Fellow Jan Patrie handcrafts realistic 1:12 scale food items, and makes all of her work tables and cutting boards. Her line includes main dishes, meats, fruits, vegetables, and fabulous French baguettes. Jan also creates food preparation worktables, hors d'oeuvres, and a wide variety of drinks. Web: www.autumnleafstudio.com

Beer and pizza on a handcrafted chopping block table.

Dealer Ginger Landon Siegel, New York

Ginger Landon Siegel, New York, offers dimensional scenes, nutcrackers, carousels and figures, kits and finished pieces, as well as hand-painted teapots and jewelry. She creates in 1-inch scale, 1/4" scale, and offers 1/144th scale micro mini kits as well as 3-dimensional scenes in kits or as finished pieces. She is offering two Friday workshops: Class #3-Carousel Locket and Class#4-Faux Stained Glass Chandelier. Web: www.picturetrail.com/gingerlandonsiegel

This charming 1/144 scale Winery is part of a series of tiny magnetized boxes. Giving the illusion of wine filled shelves, Ginger's dimensional techniques give life to this tiny scene.

Pink Carousel with six hand-cut 2-sided paper horses painted with Iridescent Dimensional Paints.

Friday Workshop: Faux Stained Glass Chandelier

Dealer Era Pearce, Arizona

IGMA Fellow Era Pearce specializes in one-of-a-kind 1:12 scale miniature flowers and plants. Her line includes carnivorous botanicals, cactus and succulent gardens, Wisteria vines, tropical plants, orchids, and unique floral arrangements. Era also creates in 1/2-inch scale and 1/4-inch scale. Web: www.pearceminiatures.com

Bog Garden in 1:12 scale.

Dealer Tish Tierney, Versailles Fashion Dolls, Florida

Tish Tierney has been making 1:12 scale porcelain dolls since 2012. 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. Inspired by doll artist Dana Burton, she endeavors to give her dolls a realistic look and pose. Web: http://www.versaillesfashiondolls.com

Beautifully costumed porcelain ballerina in 1:12 scale.

Dealer Bobbie Johnson, Colorado

Bobbie Johnson creates unique 1:12 scale furniture, clothing and accessories with a vintage/shabby chic flair.  Her wide range of one-of-a-kind miniatures includes baby items, men's wear, hats and purses, loose clothing, and furniture. Email: bobbie.johnson12152@gmail.com

Antique stroller and vintage dolls with pastel bedding and laces in a shabby chic style.

Dealer Mzia Dsamia, New York

Mzia Dsamia creates elegantly attired figures, mannequins, garments, jewelry, lighting, hand-painted furniture, china and more. Her exquisite figures include an assortment of European Royalty from the 17th to 19th centuries. Residing in New York City since 1992, Mzia is a native of the Republic of Georgia (between Russia and Asia). Email: tbilisid@aim.com

Dressing to impress in hand-painted silk fabrics, 18th Century nobility clothing has the "wow" factor.

Elizabeth Murta, Betinha Murta Miniatures, Florida

Elizabeth Murta works in cold porcelain. She handcrafts 1:12 scale tea sets, dinner sets, plants, little shoes, fountains, cakes, sweets, chocolates, drinks, and more.  She also creates in 1:144 scale.

Cake with Gingerbread House, cookies and candy decorations. Whimsical Holiday teapot, plate, cup and saucer, and wooden spoon. 1:12 scale.

Dealer Phyllis Nishimori and Liz Aduan, Grandt Line Products

Grandt Line Products offers delightful 1:48 and 1:144" scale kits. Shown here is Grammy Fudge's Garden Goodies shop in 1/4-inch scale. Complete with lawn art, birdhouses, fountains, gazing balls, and an assortment of other fun items. Grandt Line is going out of business. Be sure to drop by their table to say "hello and goodbye." Web: http://www.grandtline.com

Grammy Fudge's Garden Goodies

Dealer Elizabeth Murta: Tea & Dinner Sets, Deserts, Plants, Shoes & More

From Brazil, Elizabeth Murta sells as Betinha Murta Miniatures, and now lives in Orlando, Florida. Working in cold porcelain, she handcrafts 1:12 scale tea sets, dinner sets, plants, little shoes, fountains, cakes, sweets, chocolates, drinks, and more.  She also creates in 1:144 scale. Email: elizabeth_murta@yahoo.com  Blog: betinhamurtaminiatures.blogspot.com

Winnie the Pooh inspired cakes.

Fanciful cakes.

Selection of handcrafted shoes.

2017 Show Previews

Preview photos of artisans and dealers attending the 2017 Good Sam Show.

Rainbow Hand & Kathy
Brian & Kathy Tepper continue to offer unusual and innovative 1:12 scale miniatures. Brian will be offering a new collection of feathered birds. The Teppers explained that most are "bad birds" because bad birds have more fun.    

Betinha Murta Miniatures
From Brazil, now living in USA, Betinha makes very clever 1:12 scale teapots, cakes, cupcakes, foods, chocolates, drinks, and more. She also creates eye-catching mini shoes, bags and purses.  Her flowers, plants, aquariums and small fountains are sure to delight.

Patrizia Santi, Italy
Patrizia Santi creates a wide range of modern ladies shoes, boots, and handsome handbags. She also makes modern day wooden furniture pieces--such as sideboards, cupboards, table and chairs, and wood desks.