Happy Holidays from the Good Sam Committee

To celebrate this most wonderful time of the year during December, each week we are delighted to share some Holiday themed miniatures created by Good Sam Show dealers. May the magic and wonder of the Holiday Season stay with you throughout the coming year.

All miniatures are 1:12 scale, unless otherwise stated. Reminder: Click on any photo and it will enlarge.

Look for Good Sam Show Christmas Blog posts and Facebook each week until the New Year.

Carla Gaustad: Collectibles & Figures
Anthropomorphic red fox Christmas vendor and Santa Boot with candy.

Carla Gaustad specializes in fine miniatures by talented U.S. and international miniature artisans. Twice a year, she goes to a leading dollhouse festival in England to buy exceptional craftsmen pieces. A dealer at Good Sam for more than thirty years, Carla's table is not to be missed.  jgaustad1@cox.net

To see offerings from Carla Gaustad in prior years, go >here<.

Larry & Betty Herman, Itty-Bitty Builder: Furniture, Accessories & Dolls
Two-story Christmas gingerbread house (or shop) in 1:12 scale and 1:48 scale.

Itty Bitty Builder has been a dealer at Good Sam for almost twenty years. The Hermans carry a fine selection of handcrafted country furniture, dolls, toys, porcelain and glass accessories. Larry also makes and sells his own handcrafted tables. Email: Hermanshow@aol.com

To see offerings from Itty-Bitty Builder in prior years, go >here<.

Bridget McCarty Miniature Pets
Miniature kitty getting into a lot of Christmas trouble.

Bridget McCarty Miniature Pets
Peppermint polar bears full of Christmas spirit. Each is 1.5" tall and made with soft plush.

Bridget McCarty creates an array of delightful one-of-a-kind 1:12 scale animals and fanciful characters. Her miniature pets are lifelike and full of personality. Bridget's charming scenes are imaginative and sure to delight. Custom orders are welcome. Email: aliceinteacup@yahoo.com. Web: http://www.BridgetMcCarty.com.  Facebook: Miniature Pets by Bridget McCarty.

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

Tish Tierney, Versailles Fashion Dolls
Modern day Christmas Shopper, 1:12 scale.

Tish Tierney, Versailles Fashion Dolls, has been making dolls since 2012. She specializes in 1:12 scale porcelain dolls. 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. She endeavors to give her dolls a realistic look and pose. Email: tishtierney@yahoo.com. Web: http://www.versaillesfashiondolls.com

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

Ruth Stewart, Stewart Dollhouse Creations
1:48 Brand new Gingerbread Houses made with silicone molds.

Ruth Stewart, Stewart Dollhouse Creations
1:12 Cupcake Platter full of Christmas Cheer.

For all the major holidays and other celebrations, Ruth Stewart offers a wide variety of kits and desserts in 1:12 scale and 1:48 scales. In addition, she makes molds, laser-cut antique doilies, tea sets, rugs, and lots more. Email: ruth@stewartdollhousecreations.com. Web: http://stewartdollhousecreations.com

To see more of Ruth Stewart'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

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.