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My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 54- Miniatures, Mysteries and Creative Magic with Joanna Campbell SlanIn this heartwarming episode of My Miniature Obsession, I’m joined by Joanna Campbell Slan—a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author, cozy mystery queen, and passionate miniaturist with over 80 books to her name (yes, one even about miniatures!).We chat about her love for the miniature world, how storytelling and crafting intertwine, and how creativity keeps us grounded, curious, and connected. Whether you’re a writer, a mini maker, or simply someone who believes in the power of tiny details, Joanna’s journey will leave you deeply inspired.PLUS—I’m sharing all the deta...
2025-10-2240 min
My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 53- Building a Mini Garage and Remembering the Man Who Inspired ItThe theme of the August Mic Drop Miniatures Subscription Box was garage, but for me, it’s so much more than just oil cans and tool benches. It’s a tribute to my dad, my hero, and the life he built through hard work, generosity, and heart.In this special episode of My Miniature Obsession, I share the deeply personal story behind this miniature scene. My dad wasn’t just a mechanic, he was a helper, a believer in people, and a man who gave more than he ever asked for in return. Creating this tiny garage became...
2025-09-3010 min
Aligned & Abundant: Align Your Soul, Manifest Your Dreams, Love Your Life.How to Master Your Mindset, Stop Overthinking & Redirect Your Energy | Aligned & Abundant Ep. 18Do you ever feel like your mind is working against you—spiraling into overthinking, self-doubt, or worst-case scenarios? In this episode of Aligned & Abundant, Christine Marcario shares five powerful tools to master your mindset, rewire your brain, and redirect your energy toward the life you truly want to create.Christine blends practical neuroscience-based tips with spiritual wisdom to help you shift your perspective, retrain your brain, and step into alignment. Whether you’re feeling stuck in negative thought loops, drained by stress, or ready to create new momentum, this episode will give...
2025-08-2647 min
My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 52- Siding, Style & Subscription Boxes: The Story of Bleaus CustomIn this episode of My Miniature Obsession, Rachel sits down with the incredibly talented Bleaus Custom, a standout voice in the world of modern miniatures.What began as a simple fix to a childhood dollhouse turned into a full-blown creative business. Unable to find the siding they needed, they made their own and never looked back. Now, their bold, modern aesthetic and stunning attention to detail have earned them three features in American Miniaturist magazine and a devoted following of makers and collectors.You’ll hear about:How Bleau’s business started and why...
2025-08-1843 min
My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 51- The Mini Muse Within: 10 Ways to Reignite Your Creative SparkEver feel like your creativity just… disappeared? Like your inner artist took a nap and forgot to wake up?In this inspiring episode of My Miniature Obsession, Rachel shares 10 simple, joyful ways to reignite your creative spark—especially when life feels heavy, busy, or creatively stuck. Whether you're a seasoned miniaturist or someone who hasn't touched a craft in months, this episode will gently guide you back to that playful, creative part of yourself.These ideas are light, doable, and full of heart—and they’re not about being perfect. They’re about showing up, trying som...
2025-08-1217 min
My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 50- Back to the Mic: Reigniting Joy, Creativity & ConnectionAfter a year-long break, I’m back behind the mic and I’m sharing why I stepped away. This episode is a heartfelt reflection on burnout, creative silence, and the quiet return of inspiration. I open up about what it really felt like to lose my spark, how I gently found my way back, and why this podcast (and this community) means more to me than ever.If you’ve ever felt creatively drained, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost your way, this one’s for you. There’s a place for you here, exactly as you are.
2025-08-0608 min
My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 49- Learn about Creating Miniature Clothes with Deb!In this episode I chat with Deb of Deb's Miniature Clothes! She shares how she got started with miniatures and gives tips and tricks on how to sew doll clothes for 1:12 miniature dolls.
How to connect with Deb:
Instagram - @debs.downtown.miniatures
Etsy - @DebsMiniatureClothes
Let's Connect!
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2024-04-2833 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep48- Let's talk all Things 3D Printing with Jim from The Edge Of Tech!!In this episode I chat with Jim from The Edge Of Tech, a Youtube channel (with over 107k subscribers!) that educates and entertains the 3D maker community!
We chat about how 3D printing is changing the Dollhouse Miniature Industry. Also about how the rewards of making (just about anything for your dollhouse) far out weighs the challenges of starting with this technology!
We explore the differences between FDM (printer using PLA filament) and SLA (using resin) and what are the best for Dollhouse Miniature Making. Jim gives his recommendations on the best printer for those...
2024-02-221h 11My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 47- Interior Designer follows her heartMeet Amanda- Her love of miniatures began as a little girl. This passion for all things small (especially dollhouses), mixed with her love of watching remodeling shows, lead her to a career as an Interior Designer.
We chat about her recent life/career pivot to follow her heart and passion. She has stepped away from designing real-life sized spaces and only focuses on tiny ones! We discuss the challenges and excitement to make such a huge life decision. I’m excited to see where this little adventure takes her!
A few little facts about Amanda:
-IGMA scholarship recipient 2020/2021 season
-V...
2023-12-1446 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 46- Meet the face behind ChelseaMakesChelsea Andersson is the maker and miniaturist behind ChelseaMakes. Her miniatures are used in television, stop-motion advertisements, and of course, to decorate dollhouses.
Having started her professional career as a landscape architect, Chelsea enjoys design and understanding how objects and spaces are built.
Outside of the office, she spent her time creating miniatures: tiny
versions of a dream home she hoped to one day build. She crafted
hundreds of tiny objects for herself, and for her hamster Martin, before deciding to share this love of making with other creators. She went on to design and manufacture a line of...
2023-11-0338 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 45- Meet Katie! Social Media Influencer of over 50K followers, in less than 2 years!Meet Katie of Kayteekays_Minis! She's a stay-at-home-mom and mini-influencer, with a following on Instagram of over 50K! Listen as she shares how she made that happened and why she continues to fill our social media feeds with such wonderful mini content!
Katie can be found at: https://www.instagram.com/kayteekays.minis/ and also on Etsy: https://kayteekaydesigns.etsy.com/
Thank you for listening! Hope to hear from you soon!
Show Notes can be found at: https://www.micdropminiatures.com...
2023-10-0134 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 44- Artist Turns her Creations into MiniaturesMeet Maria McElroy! An amazing artist that brings her love of painting into another one of her passions... miniatures! Maria talks about her extensive Barbie collection, that dates back to her childhood, and is still growing today.
Maria was the featured artist in the June 2023 Dollhouse Miniature Subscription Box.
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
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2023-06-1237 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 43- The Philadelphia Miniaturia and all the things it offers!Today's 'Mini Chat' is with Cathy Miller-Vaughan- the mastermind behind the Philadelphia Miniaturia!
Cathy shares how her miniature journey started in 1990, when the Pat Bauder, the previous show owner, asked her if I would like to
earn a few extra bucks for three days at the Philadelphia Miniaturia! What an amazing opportunity. Fast Forward several years, Cathy is not the owner of the Show!
As the new show owner, her goals are to bring back that excitement that she had as a teenager, the kindness and compassion of people, and the joy felt from
this...
2023-05-1654 min
My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 41- Full-Time Teacher to Full-Time MinituristIn this episode I chat with Kim, a former 2nd grade teacher. We chat about how her mini business grew so much and so fast that she quit her full-time job teaching and went full-time as a miniaturist. Learn about the struggles of starting a miniature business and also the huge rewards.
Kim specializes in polymer clay, resin, 3D printing and laser cutting. You can find Kim here:
https://www.instagram.com/magnolia.minis/
https://www.tiktok.com/@magnoliaminis
https://youtube.com/@magnoliaminis
LET'S CONNECT:
website>>> https://www.m...
2023-03-2257 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 40- Meet Shaun; Miniature Bookworm and Maker of Small ThingsBook lovers and miniature friends- this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Meet Shaun as she shares her story on how she got started with miniatures and how it lead her to create a book nook with over 400 banned books from throughout history! Some banned book titles may shock you! She also shares her newest adventure- a miniature book club! So much fun!
Enjoy!
Connect with Shaun on Etsy: www.etsy.com/shop/528williamsway and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shauneeof528williamsway/
Show Notes can be found at: ht...
2023-02-2838 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 39- Meet Anne-Marie; creator of 12th scale patchwork quilts that are out of this world!Anne-Marie is the maker behind LTW Miniatures. She specializes in tiny, hand sewn patchwork quilts, mainly in 1:12 scale. She loves to experiment with fabric to see how small she can go! Anne-Marie makes miniatures around her day job in marketing for a charity sector and caring for my young family. Making miniatures is what keeps her sane! I hope you enjoy our conversation.
Please follow Anne-Marie on IG at: @ltwminiatures. She can also be found at: Ltwminiatures.co.uk
Show Notes can be found at: https://www.micdropminiatures.com/blog
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2023-02-0332 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.I'm Back!! Excited to be back podcasting and talking Miniatures with you!Hello Friends! Its been awhile but I'm happy to be back to talk minis with yoU!
Would you like to be a guest? Please join me in this new exciting season!
Show Notes can be found at: https://www.micdropminiatures.com/blog
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miniature community>>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/micdropminiaturesclub
2023-01-1805 min
My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 38- For the love for miniatures- an interview with Kate Esme ÜnverListen to my 'mini' chat with Kate Esme Ünver, author of The Book of Mini: Inside the Big World of Tiny Things. In The Book of Mini, she selects hundreds of pieces of mini artwork and organizes them into sections on tiny food, pottery, extreme micro scale and more. The book also includes interviews with collectors and artists exploring their methods, influences, and how they came to adore everything mini. Its a must-have book for the tiny lover in your life.
In 2012, Kate launched the ‘dailymini’, an online space that promotes miniaturists and the Art of Miniatures. You will want to ch...
2022-06-2045 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 37- Chicago Miniature Shows- Spring 2022I wanted to share my experience from 2 Miniature Shows that I was able to attend this Spring in Chicago.
The first being the Tom Bishop Show, which marked its 44th year of miniature show production this year! This show gathers miniature enthusiasts from all over the world; a half of million people have attended past shows to be exact!
The second show I attended was a smaller show by T&D Miniatures, which was only an 18 mile drive. Please listen as I share my experience and the stories from all the amazing artisans I met.
Show Notes can be found at...
2022-05-1022 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 36- IMoMA! The future of Miniatures!Are you ready for the the Largest West Coast Miniature Trade Show/Convention? Otherwise referred to as #minicon! Its a fascinating show that features all scales and types of miniatures. #nominiatureleftbehind
In this episode I chat with Lisa of WeeBitTeeny Modern Mini’s and Paris of PRD Miniatures. They are (2 of the 3) masterminds behind IMoMA (International Market of Miniature Artisans). The show will be held in Las Vegas, February 2023. You can learn more about the show at: https://imomalv.com/
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Show Notes can be found at: theminidistrict.com/blog
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2022-04-2249 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 35- Meet Marina- a very talented miniaturistMeet Marina- a very talented miniaturist who's love for this hobby started at the age of 7, when her dad built her first doll house; a house that she still has! Her love for Miniatures spans over several years, however she didn't start creating her own miniatures until a few years ago and that includes furniture and kitchens. "Its all in the detail," Marina states and that is shown in her work. With over 15,000 Instagram followers, I'm not the only one that feels her work is amazing and 'move in ready.'
Check out Marina's work on Instagram or TikTok @marinas_m...
2022-03-2048 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 34- Auction win leads to miniature passionMeet Michael Hogan. He is a collector of dollhouse miniatures, focusing on museum quality artisan made pieces. Hogan found himself immersed in the world of miniatures when he won a dollhouse at an auction for around $500. After doing some research, he discovered the house's value to be worth something around $10,000! This started a new journey into the world of miniatures. Since obtaining that first dollhouse, Michael has collected and curated several pieces including several complete dollhouses and over 25 room boxes.
The miniature creations range from Cape Cod to Georgian and Michael curates the furnishings and interiors accordingly. Yo...
2022-02-2536 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 33- Meet Brittany; nurse, mom and talented Miniature MakerMeet Brittany- a registered nurse and mom to 3 little girls. Miniature making for Brittney started when she bought her girls a dollhouse for Christmas in 2020. Planning on buying furnishing for the dollhouse, she quickly found that pieces for the house were expensive. That's when she decided to try and make a few pieces herself. She found that she really enjoyed it and that she was good at it! Friends and family pushed her to make more and start selling on Etsy! Its been a huge success and she's constantly pushing herself to learn more about the miniature world. Take a...
2022-02-1137 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 32- Meet Theresa; Artist, Miniaturist, Photographer and MomMeet Theresa- she started renovating her childhood dollhouse with the intention of using it as a way to teach her two daughters woodworking and various computer design programs. Let's just say it didn't turn out as planned. Instead, we get to benefit as Theresa shares her wonderful tutorials and DIY projects on her website and social media platforms. She's so talented!
Theresa states she loves taking photos of her Mini creations and it really shows! They are amazingly done! Check out her work on Instagram and TikTok (@theminibeachhouse) or at
theminibeachhouse.com
LET'S CONNECT:
website>>> https://www.micdropminiatures.com
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2022-01-1938 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 31- Small Scale Artisan- Fran SussmanFran Sussman from Some Like it Small works primarily in dollhouse-for-a-dollhouse (also called 1:144th) scale. This means the objects she creates are 1/144—less than 1 percent the size of their real life counterparts! She loves “repurposing” found objects, and uses a variety of materials, from wood, to metal, to glass and even fur and leather. Her wonderful work has earned her Artisan status with IGMA, the International Guild of Miniature Artisans (igma.org). She has taught workshops at Chicago International, the Guild Show, and Philadelphia Miniaturia, and accepts commissions.
Take a listen as she shares her years of mini experiences with you!
Webs...
2022-01-0244 min
The Rural Entrepreneur’s GoldRachel Karpf - How She Started a Doll House Miniature Subscription Box BusinessRachel Karpf used to love doing graphic design. The limitations and requirements that her job puts on her and the threat to have to go back to work in the office were enough to make her think. How can I quit my job? Karpf shares her story of how an idea to start her own graphic design business turned into a dollhouse miniature subscription box business that is far exceeding what she anticipated. A coaching exercise to look back at her 7-year-old self and what she enjoys changed the trajectory of her plan to start a graphic desig...
2021-12-1654 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 30- Tammie Knight - Small Matters MiniaturesMeet Tammie- She has been collecting and making miniatures since the age of 9! She's a graduate of Parsons School of Design (NY) and is great at incorporating her love of design and background into the aesthetic of her miniature projects. She has created over 1,500 miniature projects for clients, family, and friends. For the past 20 years, she has been working on her masterpiece, (a dollhouse that combines the styles of a New York City Brownstone, a Parisian Townhouse, and a Georgian Manor.) Outside of her miniature passion, she has spent the past 17+ years in Executive Assistant and Chief of Staff r...
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Next Chapter Empty NestRachel Karpf from Mic Drop MiniaturesRachel Karpf is here from Mic Drop Miniatures. She makes the ordinary extraordinary- in miniature! Rachel is full of ideas in how to make miniature replicas of just about anything, and how these can be used. The miniature world has been around a long time but is really taking off now. And they aren't just for kids anymore! Listen to all that she does, and get inspired to follow her and learn how to make things in miniature.
You can find Rachel on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/MicDropMiniatures/
and also at this Facebook pag...
2021-12-0729 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 29- A Life in a Roombox with CeceliaLove miniatures that Tell a story!? If so, then you have to hear Cecelia's Story and how she created a Roombox of her daughter’s Life! That’s right- her life from Birth to Marriage all in one small box! Fascinating! I’m inspired to do this for my daughter now and I bet you will be also!
LET'S CONNECT: website>>> https://www.micdropminiatures.com instagram>>> https://www.instagram.com/micdropminiatures facebook>>> https://www.facebook.com/MicDropMiniatures pinterest>>> https://www.pinterest.com/micdropminiatures miniature community>>> www.theminidistrict.com
2021-11-2838 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 28- Kim Sanborn; All-Star Artist, Crafter, Knitter and Miniaturist.Kim started making miniatures in the Spring of 2020 and by looking at her work you would think it was longer! Kim is a very talented artist and shares many wonderful tips and tricks for Dollhouse Miniatures.
You may have seen her work in recent episodes of the American Miniaturist!
You can follow Kim on Instagram @maineminiaturist
LET'S CONNECT:
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instagram>>> https://www.instagram.com/micdropminiatures
facebook>>> https://www.facebook.com/MicDropMiniatures
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2021-11-1138 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 27- Holly McCaig, artist and creativepreneurFor Holly it all started with an Instagram post of a miniature dollhouse scene that melted her heart. She also had the desire to change her work/life balance, so she decided to built herself a roombox for fun; to do something for herself.
Holly also doesn't do anything half-ass. With that said, she documents everything and that's amazing for us because we get to see her story (and roombox) from start to finish!
Follow Holly's progress her at:
Website: https://aspenminiature.com/
Instagram: @aspenminiature
Our Collaboration: theminidistrict.com
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website>>> https://www.micdropminiatures.com
instagram>>> https://www.instagram.com/mi...
2021-10-3053 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.EP 26: Miniature Comminunity- Connect; Learn; Get Inspired; Stay InspiredIBeing a part of a community can make us feel like we are a part of something greater than ourselves. It can give us opportunities to connect with people, get inspired, and provide us with a sense of belonging. Every person needs to have a sense of community.
f you are passionate about Dollhouse Miniatures, want to connect with other like-minded people, and learn more about this beautiful hobby, then The Mini District is for you!
Take a listen as I explain what the District has to offer you!
LET'S...
2021-10-1815 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 25: Beth Carl Picard- All-Star ArtisanBeth is an amazing artist! I feel there isn't anything she can't do when tackling a project in her craft room. She loves Painting, Miniatures, Ceramics, pottery, mosaics, hand painted clothing and the list goes on!
Listen as we chat about her new found passion... miniatures. We talk about the dollhouse her dad started back in the 1980s and how she got to finished it. Also listen about her struggles and wins when she recently built her first house from scratch. All with NO plan, just an idea and lots of fun.
Find Beth at: h...
2021-10-0452 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 24: What are your Passions?In this episode I share with you how and WHY I got started on this Miniature Adventure. I'm finally living my dream and Doing what I love. I hope you enjoy my Story.
How to find Kelly: https://www.medicinalmessages.com/
Want to be a guest? Please reach out: rachel@micdropminiatures.com
2021-09-1514 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 23: Cassie- a 2 and 3D designer with a passion for smol.Meet Cassie of Tinker Belle Makes! She's a Miniaturist that loves to integrate her digital and technical skills into her work. She fully dedicated to a life of learning and it shows as she is always up on the newest technology. Follow along as she shares her process on Instagram daily! https://www.instagram.com/tinkerbellemakes/
Also, be sure to visit her website where she share tips, tutorials, fails and best of all... FREEBIES! https://tinkerbellemakes.com/
LET'S CONNECT:
website>>> https://www.micdropminiatures.com
instagram>>> https://www.instagram.com/micdropminiatures
2021-09-0833 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 22: Kenzie Leigh and her Journey with MiniaturesI had the privilege of talking with Kenzie! On Instagram she takes us through her journey of Renovating a Dollhouse! She shares her wins and frustrations.
You can follow her journey on Instagram @leighscraft
LET'S CONNECT:
website>>> https://www.micdropminiatures.com
instagram>>> https://www.instagram.com/micdropminiatures
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2021-08-1840 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 21: Stacey Lynn of Vintage Dollhouse ShopDo you Love Vintage Dollhouses and Accessories? If so, this is the Episode for you!
Listen as I talk with Stacey of Vintage Dollhouse Shop! She has a mission of Helping vintage miniatures find loving new homes.
https://www.instagram.com/vintagedollhouseshop/
2021-08-0645 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 20: NAME President- Roy MooreMeet Roy Moore, the President of NAME which stands for NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MINIATURES ENTHUSIASTS.
So what is NAME: its has been organized to serve the miniature collector and builder, and its object is to create, stimulate and maintain a national interest in all matters pertaining to miniatures, to serve as a clearing house for ideas relating to miniature collecting and building, and to encourage new and creative talent.
You can find NAME’s website at miniatures.org Also… while there check out the logo I created for NAME! It’s for their 50th Anniversary Celebra...
2021-07-2247 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 19: Shelley Acker; Talented, Knowledgable, Friendly and Fun Miniaturist!Shelley Acker is the owner of Freedom Miniatures; one of very few miniature stores in all of Canada, is located in Kentville, NS. The Shop showcases dollhouse accessories, furniture and products as well as supplies. It also features finished works by Shelley.
In addition to being a must see shop for dollhouse enthusiasts, Freedom Miniatures also carries quality supplies such as Vallejo brand paints and pigments, basswood scale lumber, landscaping products and tools sought after who build model train layouts, dioramas and carry out model making of all sorts. Freedom Miniatures is a great place to explore cr...
2021-07-0735 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 18: Discovering Your Passion and How to Live a Life You LoveAre you living a life of purpose? Finding your passion can change your life; its like finding your personal Life road map. When you know what your passion is, you feel motivated, inspired, and so much clearer about what your next step should be.
2021-06-2613 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 17: Jen Paton- All things Creepy MiniaturesJen is a very talented miniaturist- that specializes in Creepy Miniature Creations!
Learn more about her artistic process, hear about her impactful creative techniques and how she’s been able to push the boundaries of traditional dollhouse design.
You can find Jen at Facebook Marketplace; Jen Paton.
Enjoy!
2021-06-1034 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 16: Preston Poling- Fraiser Enthusiast and MiniaturistPreston may be a newbie to the Miniature World but you can't tell by looking at his work! He is a fan of the Frasier Show; an American television sitcom that was broadcast on NBC for 11 seasons, ending 2004.
Preston constructed of a 1/12 scale replica of the apartment seen in the show. The name of his project is known as "The Frasier Project" and can be seen here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/724126841661080/.
The Best part of Preston's creations is that 100% of the proceeds go to "Ranger's Project", a charity for a local Animal Shelter. Miniatures that make a difference! Love i...
2021-05-2553 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 15: Kerry & Laurie; Best Friends and Business PartnersIn this Episode I chat with Kerry and Laurie of 2Stinkincuteminis! They are best friends that started a very successful Miniature Business on Etsy. I loved hearing about how a simple Miniature Gift started it all! I hope that you enjoy this conversation as well. Please make sure to find and follow them on Instagram. Their handle is @2Stinkincuteminis.
2021-05-0529 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 14: Ruth Stewart; Miniaturist & NAME Board MemberRuth is the owner of Stewart Dollhouse Creations in Montana. Everyone in Ruth's Family is involved in their business, even her kids. I love seeing what they are all going to come up with next! Check out Ruth's Creations at Stewartdollhousecreations.com
Enjoy!
2021-04-1552 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 13: Lanakila Iesū- MiniaturistToday I share with you a conversation I had with Lanakila! She’s a very talented Miniaturist that creates very clean and professional looking pieces. She created a Bath House with Working water features! I wouldn’t even know where to begin to do something like that!
You can Find her creations at: https://www.facebook.com/Lanakila-Ies%C5%AB-Dollhouse-Miniature-Crafting-115346616498780/
Also, do yourself a favor and check out her Bath House here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSvyAxiHbyc
In this Episode I also share a very exciting project we are w...
2021-03-2230 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 12: Marta Chade; Crochet ExtraordinaireDo you find it challenging to knit or crochet like I do? Now imagine making that same quilt for a dollhouse! Mind blowing, right? That's what happened to me when I stumbled upon Marta's work! She creates 1:12 scale crocheting projects that are out of this world! I loved my conversation with Marta, so kindhearted and wildly creative! I hope you enjoy it as well.
Find Marta on Instagram: @missxade
OR at: MissXadeMiniatures.com
2021-03-1025 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 11: Amy Yates- Little Vintage LaneListen to the conversation I had with Amy of Little Vintage Lane! She's a very talented Miniaturist, creating Modern Farmhouses that I wish I could live in! She's also very generous and shares her tips, tricks and techniques on her blog: www.littlevintagelane.com.
Enjoy!
2021-02-2641 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep 10:Priscilla- Back at it after a 16 year HiatusOn today's Episode I chatted with Priscilla of @priscillaminis on IG! Priscilla is back at creating Miniatures after 16 years. She's a very talented Miniaturist, Painter and Drawer! Her other art mediums can be found at @priscilladraws on IG. Please follow her so you don't miss out on her beautiful creations!
I'm envious that Priscilla has dollhouses and accessories from her childhood! She also shares an amazing story about her community. She's inspired me to start something similar in my own community; Details will be available soon!
Take a listen and Enjoy!
2021-02-1728 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep9: Meet Stevie! I very talented Artist and Musician who is getting back into Miniatures!Meet Stevie! A very talented Artist and Musician who is getting back into the Dollhouse Miniature World. He talks about the Beacon Hill he recently completed. He shares his wins and struggles with the house.
I share photos of his work on my IG page, Check it out! @micdropminiatures
2021-02-0428 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep8: Amazing Miniatures that also tell a Wonderful Story! With Andrea KaupsMeet Andrea of Tiny Tales of Andrea Kaups! Andrea recused a dollhouse from a Trash Can and now is telling an amazing story from within the walls of the house. Follow along with the story at: www.facebook.com/groups/TinyTalesofAndreaKaups
2021-01-2422 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep7: Meet Emily as she talks about Making Minis using recycled materials!Emily is a High School Math teacher in New York City. She stumbled upon Dollhouse Miniatures during quarantine and has made several beautiful creations in her short time as a miniaturist. She has a goal of making her mini creations sustainable, using recycled materials she finds.
Find Emily on Instagram: @greenminihouse
2021-01-1718 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep6: 40 Year Childhood Dollhouse gets a Renovation!Listen as I chat with Victoria and how's she fortunate enough to still have her childhood dollhouse! She explains why she's renovating the dollhouse and how memories of her childhood come flooding back as she's redecorating the tiny walls and floors. Check out her renovation progress on her IG handle: @hansendollhousereno
2021-01-0850 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep5: New Year means New BeginningsWelcome to 2021! Let's explore what 2020 did for miniatures and why I'm saying HELL YES to 2021!
2021-01-0609 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep4: Retired Teacher getting back to her other passion!Meet Janet Edgecomb Roller! A recently retired Teacher getting back into her Miniatures. Janet is very humble; stating she's not that skilled but I think otherwise! Let's have a listen!
2021-01-0131 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep3: Meet Miniaturist Terry Cline Burrows!Meet Terry, the owner of Simple Shacks Miniatures! Terry has been a collector and mini maker for over 40 years! She shares with us her vast knowledge of Dollhouse Miniatures and explains how she got started making and selling roomboxes and sheds. Also, hear how she won the lottery! She didn't win the lottery just one time, she WON IT TWICE! The Miniature Lottery that is! I hope you enjoy this episode.
2020-12-1952 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep2: My Grandparent’s Kitchen! Ahhh.... all the memories.Come take a tour of my grandparents kitchen. I created a miniature replica so my family can cherish the memories forever! View photos of the room box on my Instagram page; @micdropminiatures
2020-12-0710 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.Ep1: Introduction: Who Am I and Why Am I HereCome find out Who am I and why I started this Podcast.
2020-11-1610 minMy Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers.My Miniature Obsession: Crafting, Creativity and Community for Dollhouse Miniature Lovers. (Trailer)
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