Exhibit: The Ruffled Rooster

Connie Sauve, Stockton, CA exhibited "The Ruffled Rooster" at the 2014 Good Sam Show. "This was a project that I started in a 2-day 'Kitchen in a Cupboard' class, held in Morgan Hill. I decided early on to have lots of fun with the colors, graphics and accessories. I originally thought it would be a quick project, but it actually took 10 times longer than I thought it would!"

"The graphics are from scrapbook papers. I painted all the canisters in the door and on the countertop. I made the farmhouse sink from Paperclay. I wove the seats for the chairs, and made the seat cushions from fabrics I printed. I made the dishes by spray painting them and added the decals I printed on my computer. In addition, I made the tiled wall by hand cutting and grouting the tiles. I also wove the baskets from scratch. 

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Good Sam Show Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: Kitchen in a Cupboard

"Kitchen in a Cupboard" exhibit by Rhona Lee, Gilroy, California. "This project was brought into creation by Karen and Mark Laisure, Ruth Heisch, and the MiniCals Club. Each participant individualized his/her own style. My version incorporates faux carved wood and painting on the doors courtesy of IGMA Artisan Bluette Meloney." In 1:12 scale, the Kitchen is 12" wide, 9-1/2" deep, and 14" tall.

Photos courtesy of exhibitor Rhona Lee and Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: Grandma's Kitchen

"Grandma's Kitchen" (Kitchen in a Cupboard) by MiniAttics member Marjorie Milani, Redwood City, CA.  The 1:12 scale Kitchen is 9-1/2" wide, 9-1/2" deep, and 9-1/2" tall.

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

Exhibit: Jasmin's Cupcakes

"Jasmin's Cupcakes" exhibit by Lynn Miller, Mountain View, CA. "Jasmin Schwarz of Bitty Bits and Bobs made the wonderful cupcakes. When I started this kitchen, I knew they had found the perfect home." Flowers, frosting, bowls and piping bags by Lynn. In 1:12 scale, the exhibit is 12" wide, 9.5" deep, and 12" tall.

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

2013 GSAM instructor Rik Pierce: Mid-1990s Medieval Lighthouse as completed by collector.

Rik Pierce, Frogmorton Studios, was an instructor at the 2013 Good Sam Academy. A popular teacher, his imaginative structures are based on English rustic Medieval and Tudor buildings--with a lot of whimsy and fantasy thrown in. Rik prides himself in giving viewers "a lot to look at!" The Medieval Lighthouse shown here was published in American Miniaturist magazine (Oct. 2009 issue #78). Email: rik@frogmorton.com Web: http://www.frogmorton.com, http://frogmortonstudios.shutterfly.com/

Rik Pierce with prototype from mid-1990s Workshop. Taught one time only at the Chicago International Show.

A private collector purchased the Lighthouse the same year at the Philadelphia Miniaturia. It eventually became the "English Rose Tea Room."

The interior decoration for the "English Rose Tea Room" was a collaborative effort between the collector and Lenor Johnson, R-Stuff Miniatures. 

The kitchen and bedroom as outfitted by the collector and Lenor Johnson, R-Stuff Miniatures.

To see more by Rik Pierce, go >here<.

Good Sam Facebook

The Good Sam Show joined Facebook in October 2014. We are delighted that it has achieved 500 "likes" in the first six months. We thank our many friends for inspiring and supporting us. 

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"Elizabeth I: The Pelican Portrait" (c1575). Exquisite 1:12 scale figure by Mzia Dsamia, Small Creations.

Dealer Isako Furuhashi, Japan - Fine Furniture

Isako Furuhashi of Dollhouse Isako, Japan, designs 1:12 scale antique Japanese and Chinese style furniture and accessories. She also makes early 1900s antique pieces and modern furniture. She will be at the Bishop Chicago International Show this month and Good Sam in October 2015. Email: dollhouse@dollhouse-isako.com. 

Web: http://www.dollhouse-isako.com.

Cafe.

Wine with wooden box.

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

Dealer Miyuki Nagashima, Japan - Fine Porcelain

Miyuki Nagashima from Japan makes fine hand-painted 1:12 scale porcelain dinnerware and decorative pieces. An IGMA Artisan, her techniques, compositions and colorings are based on European antique porcelain (mid-18th century to mid-19th century). She will be at the Bishop Chicago International Show this month and Good Sam in October 2015. Email: mail@miyuki-miniature-porcelain.com.

Vase with an antique fruit and rose design, German style.

Plate with an antique fruit design (strawberries), German style.

Tea set from the Sèvres Madame de Pompadour series.

Vase with flowers, Sèvres.

Green ware vase, Sèvres.

Tea set with wildflowers bouquet, German style. 

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

Dealer Takumi Takanashi, Japan: Animal Figures

Takumi Takanashi's one-of-a-kind 1:12 scale furred animal figures are splendid. She will be at the Bishop Chicago International Show this month and Good Sam in October 2015. Takumi's work is exceptional, and she sells out quickly. Email: Takumi@minimalxanimal.com.  Web: http://www.minimalxanimal.com

Saluki dog and Abyssinian cat. Both are regarded as breeds from ancient times.

Fox and Raccoon. The raccoon is one of the most popular wild animals in Japan.

Samoyed. A gentle snow-white sled dog with a smile.

Norwegian Forest Cat on a stylish Scandinavian design style chair. 

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

Dealers: The Teppers - New Curiosities and Oddities

Most recently, Brian (Rainbow Hand) and Kathy Tepper have designed a Curiosity & Oddities Shoppe. Here are a few pieces from their exciting new line of Curiosities and Oddities in 1:12 scale. They will be at this month's Bishop Chicago International Show and the October 2015 Good Sam Show. See website for additional Shows, Workshop Schedule, and Gallery of available work.  Email: briantep@verizon.net.  Web: http://www.rainbowhandandkathy.com

Curio Cabinet.

Antique Bronze Cat with Fish.

Elephant Foot and Bones.

FeeJee Mermaid and Dodo Bird by Jessica Wiesel, in settings created by the Teppers.

Side view of FeeJee Mermaid and Dodo Bird. 

Mummy's hand in antique leather case. 

To see more work by the Teppers, go >here<.

Dealer Natasha Beshenkovsky: Fine Arts, Figures, Accessories & More

Natasha Beshenkovsky is widely known amongst miniature collectors for her scale reproductions of decorated antique furniture and art objects. Here are a few newly finished pieces that she is bringing to the April 2015 Bishop Chicago International Show. Natasha will be at the Good Sam Show in October 2015. Email: natmin@aol.com.  Web: http://www.natashaminiatures.com

Three-panel screen with floral medallions.

Tilt-top tables with floral and Rococo designs.

Turquoise Rococo screen with a matching table. 

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

Exhibits: Decorating Zen Style

Long-time exhibitor Susan Osze of Pacifica, CA displayed two Oriental themed room boxes at the 2014 Good Sam Show. Both are lovely peaceful scenes where simplicity reigns supreme. The settings serve as a reminder that the less in a space, the more special each piece will feel. Indeed, sometimes "less is more."

"Asian Sitting Room" in 1:12 scale.

"Oriental" in 1:12 scale. 

Photos courtesy of Connie Sauve, Exhibit Chairman.

Happy Easter from the Good Sam Committee

Dealer Bridget McCarty made this charming 1:12 scale garden on a Mini Cruise in 2014. The ship set sail in Venice, Italy and cruised around the Grecian Islands. Dealer Laura Crain, Dollhouse Land, taught the workshop. The peacock by Mike Barbour is from Bridget's personal collection. The little Bru doll is an antique reproduction by doll maker Pat Boldt. And, there you have it!