New Dealer: Wildwood Dollhouses

It has been many years since April and Ron Gill of Wildwood Dollhouses have visited our show. We are happy they will be dealers here in 2014. They have been doing miniatures for 35 years and do one of a kind structures, which can be found in many museums and private collections.

Three Ravens is a shop for witches with windows and doors of real leaded glass. There is a cave for making potions, and they are sold upstairs. Most of the bones are real bones.

The exterior of the Craftsman Kitchen is oak and the interior is cherry.

Wildwood Dollhouses can be reached at wwdhms@aol.com

Three Ravens Exterior

Three Ravens Kitchen

Craftsman Kitchen

Craftsman Kitchen

New Dealer: Jennifer Whittlesey

Here is Jennifer Whittlesey’s introduction to our show. We welcome her.

“I began my artistic career as an embroiderer in the late 70's while homesteading in Prince Edward Island,Canada(our smallest province). Over a number of years my work became increasingly tiny and more intricate, so when I joyfully discovered Houseworks building supplies for sale in a hobby shop in the mid 80's, it was a natural transition for me to explore the possibilities of dollhouse miniatures, which I had loved as a child. Since then I have studied woodworking, moved to Vancouver and graduated from art school where I majored in painting and sculpture. I started my first business -Butterfly&Blue - last spring and am excited to see where this new venture will take me.”

Jennifer can be reached at http://www.butterflyandblue.ca

Micro Garden under glass (in a dome)

Plates of resin and porcelain, 1" diameter

Yellow Stove with Resin Tiles and Marble Base

New Dealer: Karon Cunningham, England

We are excited to announce that we have another dealer coming from England this year, Karon Cunningham of Karon Cunningham Miniatures. Six years ago she had not heard of miniatures. She has spent the past six years going to shows and traveling everywhere to find and represent a world class group of dealers’ works for our pleasure. Most items are one of a kind or made in limited numbers.

To see much more of what she has to offer, go to her website at http://www.karoncunningham.com



"The Thinker" and "Spinario" by Joseph Addotta
Spinario is from an early Roman bronze of a boy removing a thorn fom his foot.

Stephen Randall's pair of Sauce Boats

A Celestial Telescope by Nancy Quinby

David Krupick's Balancing Doll

Jack Cashmere, Dealer

Jack Cashmere will be at the 2014 show, his second time at a Good Sam Show. Jack specializes in porcelain pieces in a variety of styles and types. Jack has been working with porcelain miniatures for a number of years, so we were delighted to add him to the show in 2013. Jack’s web site is http://www.cashmerescollectibles.com

Compote with Figures

Blue and White Vase and Pitcher

Various cups and other pieces

Pink Lidded Bowl with Painted Fruits

Exhibits

The Santa Cruz Miniature Guild shared a delightful exhibit at the Good Sam Show in 2013. They met one afternoon a month specifically working on their Antique Shoppe, each member contributing things they had or made for the Shoppe. It is as crowded as a real Shoppe would be. The members of the Guild are Duane Adams, Marian Allen, Dot and David Blank, Lois Bruce, Sharon Fassio, Gloria Green, Carol Johnson, Constance Lombardo, Colleen O’Gara, and Jo Pollock.

Click on the photos to enlarge them. Thanks to Connie Sauve for the photos.

Exhibits

Cynthia Howe displayed “The Chocolatier” in 2013. It would be such fun to shop in that store. The Chocolatier was an online class and kit by Cynthia Howe Miniatures. The doll was sculpted by Nancy Cronin, and costumed by Cynthia Howe, known for her doll costuming.

Click on Connie Sauve’s pictures to enlarge them.

The Chocolatier

Have one of our bon bons

Have you tried our peanut brittle?

Oh, do have a truffle

From The Chairman

Our apologies, but everyone is all tied up this weekend, posts will resume next Saturday. In the meantime, maybe the picture below will give you ideas for a miniature scene.

Ray Storey

Ray Storey started working as a glassblower making full size scientific glass. Fortunately for us, he found the miniature world, and now specializes in lighting fixtures with glass shades and also miniature scientific glass ware. 2014 will be his 5th year at the show, be sure to stop by and see his delightful offerings. Ray’s web site is http://www.raystoreylighting.com

Handcrafted 6 arm brass chandelier with hand blown cranberry color tulip shades

Two arm gaslight with amber ribbed shades

Bunson Burner

Two of Ray's glass
scientific items

Condensing Jar and Stand

Jan Patrie

Just looking at Jan Patrie’s table will make your mouth water. Jan, an IGMA Fellow, makes all kinds of realistic food items, even corn cobs. She has peddled her wares at many Good Sam Shows. Walk in the door and there she will be. Jan’s web site is http://www.autumn leaf studio.com Click to enlarge pictures.

"Making Perfect Guacamole", table and food by Jan Patrie

The Making of a Delicious Fruit Salad, table and food by Jan

Exhibits

Michael Puff, our outstanding show photographer, is also a fine miniaturist with a good eye for drama. His exhibit, Vermeer "Girl with a Pearl Earring”, is his version of what Vermeer’s model might have looked like. Box was built in a workshop taught by IGMA Artisan Bluette Meloney, painting by IGMA Artisan Dan Worsham, Doll by Cindi Cannon, carved table & stools by IGMA Fellow Ann High, and porcelain by IGMA Fellow Henny Staring-Egbert.

Entire Box with Model Posing

Close Up Showing More Interior Detail
Notice the Leaded Glass Window

Exhibits

Connie Sauve, an IGMA Fellow and our show Exhibit Chairman, usually brings several exhibits of her own to the show. This one, made in 1991, “Daddy’s Little Workshop”, really caught our eye. Connie’s father, a carpenter, and she built her own dollhouse in 1986 together. This carpentry shop still reminds him of the fun times they had when she was young. The rocking horse is by Karen Lowe, and the tools are by Sir Thomas Thumb. Click on pictures to enlarge them.

"Daddy's Little Workshop"

House Patterned after a Greenleaf Garfield with Alterations

The Stove Will Keep Daddy Warm

Hobby Horse, Another Project

Grandt Line Products

The latest kit by Phyllis Nishimori and Liz Aduan of Grandt Line Products, “Spooky Hollow”, is in 1:144 scale. It features 4 rooms in a 2 story dollhouse with the front porch decorated for Halloween with a flying witch, pumpkins, tombstones, two ghosts, cobwebs and more. And it fits in your hand! Phyllis and Liz have new kits for us every year. See their web site at http://www.grandtline.com

"Spooky Hollow" by Grandt Line Products

Gideon Wolf, Wild Wolf Miniatures

This “Office Queen” is similar to the Wooten Desks of the early 1900’s, with many cubby holes and drawers. Gideon Wolf of Wild Wolf Miniatures was new to the Good Sam Show in 2013, and brought wonderful furniture for us. Be sure to look him up at our 2014 show. His web site is http://www.wildwolfminiatures.com

The "Office Queen" closed, by Wild Wolf Miniatures

The "Office Queen" open, by Wild Wolf Miniatures

Exhibits

Ruth Alves has been exhibiting at the Good Sam Show for as long as I can remember. This half scale (1:24) room, titled “Apartment Living”, is a lovely, comfortable place to live and to entertain friends. Photo by Connie Sauve.

"Apartment Living" by Ruth Alves

“The Winery Tasting Room” is presented by Judy Pick in one inch (1:12) scale for our enjoyment. The Tasting Room was built in the monthly Saturday classes held in Morgan Hill by The Mini-Cals and Through the Looking Glass. Judy says she learned a lot in those classes. Judy is also chairman of the free “Tools and Techniques” program at each Good Sam Show on Sunday, starting at 9:30 a.m. Photo by Connie Sauve.

"The Winery Tasting Room" by Judy Pick

Nell Corkin, 2014 Academy Instructor

Nell Corkin, IGMA Fellow, has sent us pictures of what she will be teaching at our 2014 Good Sam Academy of Miniatures. This adorable cottage in 1:144 scale would be perfect as a stand alone piece or as a dollhouse in your 1:12 scale dollhouse. The battens (vertical strips of wood) shown on the front of the cottage will not be used at the Academy, but otherwise this is what her students will take home.

Look for Nell’s bio on her web site, http://www.nellcorkin.com to learn of her background, including working with such as Steven Spielberg. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Susie Overtoom

We just had to share this elegant roombox by Susan Overtoom of Susie O’s Dollhouses. The wallpaper is from Spain and was used in the White House Reception Room for Jackie Kennedy. Susie has been a dealer at the Good Sam Show for 3 years now, and may be reached at
sover81872@verizon.net
Click on picture to enlarge.

I could live in this lovely room!

Exhibits

From our 2013 show exhibit area comes this delightful three-some of scenes in teacups. The “Crafty Divas” have created “Three 4 Tea in the Garden” for your enjoyment. The Crafty Divas are Laurel Doll, Karen Norman, and Julie McFate, who enjoy sharing ideas, creating.....and having tea! Click on pictures to enlarge. Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve.

Dealer Debbie Heard, D. Sierck Ltd: Collectibles, Accessories, Estate Sales

Debbie Heard sells as D. Sierck Ltd and offers a wonderful array of miniatures from private collections and estate sales. These are exceptional items from talented artists of the past as well as the present. “I started making miniatures at the age of 10, my mother, Lola Renner (from Lola Originals), started the business. At age 18, I got my own sellers permit and continued making foods with my mom from then on. Twelve years ago I purchased a very large estate from the son of a good friend that had passed. I really enjoyed selling the collection, and loved the buyer’s reaction to seeing so many wonderful items from the past that were no longer available on the market. I selectively purchase estates from people that have quality, unique offerings. Thus the next generation can enjoy them as much as their last owners treasured them.”

Debbie has been a dealer at our show in her own name since the early 1990's. Debbie's email is fjdebbie@aol.com Writing by Carolynn Walden.

Painting from M. Wolcott of two small dogs
and a Victorian lady's hat

An expertly crafted silver and glass vase by Emily Good

A gardening display by an unknown artist
with all the accessories

Barbara Greene and Luci Hanson

This lovely quarter-scale bathroom and bedroom were found on the table of Barbara Greene of Silver Fox Creations, one of our Canadian Dealers. The furniture is Bespaq. Barbara is the exclusive distributor of Bespaq quarter-scale furniture with its hand-painted the flowers on the white furniture. Barbara used a hardwood display case with two inserts by Luci & Dick Hanson, Cascade Miniatures. Cascade Miniatures is also a dealer at the Good Sam Show. Web sites for both dealers are at http://www.silverfoxcreations.com and http://www.cascademiniatures.com

Click on pictures to enlarge them.

First view of Barbara Greene roombox

Second view of Barbara Greene roombox