Holiday Themed Miniatures

Here are more Holiday themed miniatures created by Good Sam Show dealers.  All miniatures are 1:12 scale, unless otherwise stated. Look for the next Good Sam Show Christmas Blog and Facebook to be posted on Saturday, December 23.

Dealer Paula Gilhooley, Creations by Paula Gilhooley, Inc.

Paula Gilhooley creates a wide range of 1:12 scale and 1:24 scale flowers and floral arrangements. She specializes in Orchids making over 100 different varieties. Her line includes flower kits, flowers in planters, succulents in pots, and potting tables. Paula also makes food preparation tables, assortments and platters of cheeses, salami, plus more. pkg72@optonline.net

Elegant holiday floral arrangement in 1:12 scale.

To see more of her work, go >here<.

Dealer Dollmaker Debra Hammond

Debra Hammond, Charleston, South Carolina has been a dealer at Good Sam since 2008.  She specializes in porcelain dolls in one-inch scale and half-inch scale. She also carries some fine handcrafted wood furniture. debrasisland@gmail.com

Trio of handcrafted Santa's Elves in 1:12 scale.

To see more of her work, go >here<.


Dealer Julia Stewart, Aristocratic Attic

Julia Stewart designs Ballet tutus, gowns, hats, purses, Christmas trees and wreaths, and Halloween items. In 2018, Julia is offering an Academy workshop on Monday to dress a mannequin in a burlesque costume and make a mad hatter hat to match. Email: jthoreson77@gmail.com   Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/aristocraticatticco

Christmas scene with an "Under the Sea" theme for the Christmas Tree, Wreath, and holiday decorations.

Gold Christmas tree covered in jeweled red teacups, jeweled red turtles, jeweled snowflakes, ornaments, and jeweled bows in quaint Santa mug. Shown with a ballerina mannequin and filled toy box.

To see more of her work, go >here<.


Dealer Sylvia Rountree, The Dolls Cobbler - Shoemaker

IGMA Fellow Sylvia Rountree handcrafts 1:12 scale footwear including shoes and boots, ballet slippers, and colorful children's rain gear. She offers fishing waders, fireman's boots, wellies, leather luggage, and exquisite carpetbags. Sylvia makes a Steampunk line, witches shoes, pirate boots, fanciful Elf Shoes, leather luggage, and lovely carpetbags. In addition, she carries ladies' hats and accessories by Carol Olson. Web: http://www.DollsCobbler.com

Elf Shoes

To see more of her work, go >here<.


Dealer Jasmin Schwarz, Itty Bitty Bits and Bobs

Jasmin Schwarz specializes in 1" and quarter-scale rustic boule (French Breads) and pies, toadstools, a variety of mushrooms in rustic baskets, delightful Fairy ring bundt cakes, pumpkins with vines, cupcakes, chocolate bunnies, cookies, macaroons, and more. Email:
bittybitsandbobs@gmail.com    Web: http://www.bittybitsandbobs.etsy.com

Celebration cake and Gingerbread House.

Traditional Holiday "Yule log" (or bûche de Noël).

To see more of her work, go >here<.


Dealer Sylvia Mobley: Porcelain Dolls, Animals & Collectibles

IGMA Fellow Sylvia Mobley makes marvelous 1:12 scale porcelain dolls, cats, dogs, wild animals and resin creatures. She also makes 1:12 scale doll kits which include porcelain head, arms, and legs, 
plus instructions to make a wire armature and cloth body. All porcelain is painted with china paints. Sylvia makes a delightful Christmas Village and a wee Haunted Village about 1-inch tall. Structures sold separately. Visit Sylvia's website to see more of her work. pinerose@dishmail.net, www.sylviamobley.com

Santa with reindeer, rabbits and raccoons. 1:12 scale.

Christmas Village with buildings 1/2" to about 1-1/8" tall. Sold separately or as a display. While lights are not provided, all structures can be lighted.

To see more of her work, go >here<.

2018 Show Preview

Dealer Chris Malcolmson, Spain

IGMA Artisan Chris Malcolmson handcrafts detailed wood furniture using the finest traditions of period cabinet making. Every piece is painstakingly designed in minute detail using only the materials and techniques available in that era. Chris uses a wide variety of exotic timbers, both reclaimed from period antiques and from an extensive collection of rare veneers. Every wood joint is carefully considered and every marquetry motif is designed specifically for each piece. The ormolu mounts are hand crafted using traditional lost wax bronze casting and finished with 24-carat gold. Facebook: chris malcomson miniatures Web: http://chrismalcomsonminiatures.co.uk

Dealer Sally Manwell, New York

IGMA Fellow Sally Manwell is new to Good Sam this year. She specializes in quarter-scale figures, flowers and accessories. Sally is offering a Friday workshop to create a magical quarter-scale kitchen with magic books, broom, birdcage, enchanted mixing bowl, and more.
Email: sallymmini@gmail.com

Dealer Gilbert "Gil" Mena, California

Gil Mena is an imaginative and innovative artist. He specializes in fine handcrafted furniture and oil paintings. Gil also creates an exceptional line of turnings. Shown here is Gil's oil reproduction of a famous painting by Gaspard Dughet (1615-1675), a French painter born in Rome. 1:12 scale.

Mid 19th century scrimshaw table by Gilbert Mena, and Hawaiin mum with hand cut leaves and hand poured glazed pot by Jan Kimbro.

Mid 19th century scrimshaw table by Gilbert Mena, and Hawaiin mum with hand cut leaves and hand poured glazed pot by Jan Kimbro.

Dealer Williamson Walton Marble

Doing business as Williamson Walton Marble, IGMA Artisans Nicole Walton Marble and Judee Williamson handcraft exceptional furniture and furnishings in 1:12 and 1:24 scale. Nicole is a furniture maker and Judee is a fabric expert. Styles include Victorian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, country and contemporary. For fun, they sometimes add in a bit of whimsy and fantasy.
Web: williamson-walton-marble.com

Dealer Josephine Meyer

An IGMA Artisan, the talented and versatile Josephine "Jo" Meyer creates original paintings, miniature copies of the Old Masters, and whimsical animal paintings. She works in 1-inch, 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch scale. She also hand-paints furniture and accessories. Don't miss her table at this year's show. Web: http://www.joart.com

Dealer Julia Stewart, Aristocratic Attic

Julia Stewart designs Ballet tutus, gowns, hats, purses, Christmas trees and wreaths, and Halloween items. Julia has been a dealer most years since 2011.  Email: jthoreson77@gmail.com.
Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/aristocraticatticco

Dealer Sherry Taylor, Smalls Mini Mall

IGMA Artisan Sherry Taylor creates laser cut furniture, wrought iron style wood furniture, and decorative accent pieces. Her decor accent pieces include wood trays, candelabras, wall plaques, signs, wrought-iron style French doors, vintage children's bike, and much more.
Web: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Smallsminnimall

Academy of Miniatures Workshops Announced

Good Sam Academy of Miniatures workshops have been posted on our website and registration is open. Classes are held Monday, October 9, 2017 in Morgan Hill, CA. Full descriptions and photos of the classes can be found under the "Workshops" tab, or here http://goodsamshowcase.miniature.net/GSAcademy-2017.html

The Academy of Miniatures offers classes taught by miniaturists that are leaders in their selected fields and have been teaching their skills to miniaturists for several years.  We are pleased and excited to offer the following workshops.

Classic Country Dough Table with Ken Byers, Shaker Works West

Showgirl! with Julia Stewart, Aristocratic Attic

Lit Tissue Box with Jim Larson, Jim Larson Designs

2017 Show Previews

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

Sandra Wall Rubin
Sandra Wall Rubin is an IGMA Fellow and a master at creating unique miniature floral arrangements. Her inspiration often comes from 17th century Dutch masters paintings. Her processes are numerous, and she uses a variety of conventional, as well as unconventional materials. 

Aristocratic Attic
Julia Stewart designs Ballet tutus, gowns, hats, purses, Christmas trees and wreaths, and Halloween items. She is offering an Academy workshop on Monday to dress a mannequin in a burlesque costume and make a mad hatter hat to match.    

Versailles Fashion Dolls
Tish Tierney specializes in 1:12 scale porcelain dolls dressed in silks, antique lace, and cottons.