The Miniature Grapevine
Last updated 10th November 2008...
The Miniature Grapevine…
On this page we will bring you news of our very own artisans, juicy gossip or anything to do with the miniatures world or related subjects that we think may be of interest to you…
Celia Thomas
N.B: The Miniature Grapevine has been collated this month by Robin Britton, who is standing in for Celia.
Our very own 'AIM Cover Girl!!!'
The AIM Association would like to congratulate Sandra Morris of Tower House Dolls on her fantastic 'cover girl status'...
We are both so proud and pleased that her toy shop has been featured on the cover of the December issue of Dolls House & Miniature Scene Magazine.
Sandra's beautiful work is also featured in an article within the magazine - so why not get a copy today and read all about a very talented AIM member!
Congratulations Sandra!
NEW AIM MEMBERS...!
We should like to extend a warm welcome to these new members who have recently joined AIM:-- Beatrice Thierus – Les Miniatures de Beatrice
- Virginia - A Touch of Fancy
- Liza Platt - Platts Mini Packages
- Nicky Cooper – Nicky’s Dolls & Critters
- Glynis Webb – Jasmine by Design
- Joe Buckler
- Karen Griffiths – Stokesay Ware
- Desiree Lafuente
- Troy Schmidt - Red Dragon Pottery
- Christina Alberti –Tot Petit
- Pat Carlson
- Markus Imthurn
- Dorys Baharona – DBA Minis
MAGS-NIFICENT Miniatures Mags Cassidy has obtained permission from Nestle to reproduce a limited number of their Carnation Labels. The purpose behind this was so that she can make some
If you are 14yrs or under and interested in dollshouses or miniatures of any sort, why not check out our new column which starts in this October edition, especially for YOU!
Each month there will be lots of ideas to get you started, topical information for those of you who are already "in the zone", projects to try......and even a competition or two!
Margaret Pitts of Mini Milliner
NEW from Diminutive Dolls!
This month sees the launch of the first of our Diminutive Dolls online classes. Over the coming months we have an exciting programme of classes planned, from miniature toys, doll's dolls and games, to more elaborate projects.
If you would like to be informed of classes as they become available, please sign up for our newsletter at www.diminutivedolls.co.uk
The class for October features a skilful young magician. Allow me to present for your delectation and delight, El Mysterioso! A prestidigitator of legendary skills, his legerdemain and dexterity are renowned.
Suitable for any period from Victorian to the present day, this aspiring young conjurer has been practicing his tricks and sleight of hand and is ready to give a performance. Use him as an entertainer at a doll’s house birthday party, or as a variety act in a school production…..or simply amazing his friends in the playroom! He certainly has a few tricks up his sleeve…..literally!
The kit pack for this class also includes a wonderful selection of magic tricks and props including a sweet little porcelain rabbit, emerging from a top hat, as well as a sturdy box to keep them in.
Full details on the doll and the way our online classes work are on our website.
- Sandra Morris, Debbie Dixon Paver, Miss Sally, Julie Campbell page 12 - 14
- Fairy Queen - Louise Goldsborough page 65 - 67
- Buttercup knitting pattern page 74 - 75
Further information about Marsha's 'Sassy Dolls' can be found on www.sassyminidolls.com
This link will give you info on the show schedule...Go to http://www.marthastewart.com
AIM members: Tower House Dolls and Petite Properties both have a fantastic rave reviews featured in the November edition of Dolls House & Miniature Scene Magazine - issue 173
Get a copy today and read Tower House Doll's fantastic kit review by Ann Sutcliff for Sandra Morris' stunning porcelain doll from the Victorian or Edwardian era on page 67
Then check out Ann Sutcliffs extensive review of Fiona Broadwood's (Bea of Petite Properties) third book - Country Bedrooms: bringing 1:24th to life... on page 29.
Further information about Sandra's new doll kit can be found on her website: www.towerhousedolls.co.uk
Further information about Fiona Broadwood's [of Petite Properties] new book can be found on her website: www.petite-properties.com
New Dolls Kits From Jill Bennett...!
Exciting news from JILL BENNETT – she has now produced in Creative Kits, a set of fully poseable 12th scale bodies, in a style similar to her own. They come complete with arms, legs and a choice of heads, primed and ready to paint allowing the creation of a doll with individual personality.
For further information contact Jill at: Mendip Lodge, 8 Bathwick Hill, Bath BA2 6EU
Autumn Miniatura NEC
The next show will be held on 21st and 22nd of March - so why not make a note in your 2009 diary right now!...
AIM members will see you there!
ELF MINIATURES...
If you are looking for a modern bathroom, kitchen or bedroom????….make a note that
ELF Miniatures has a new website!
Click on the link on the existing site, www.elfminiatures.co.uk or go direct to
www.store2go.net/shop/elfminiatures
The new site has many new items, all of which can be purchased directly via Paypal.
BUTTERCUP MINIATURES...
BUTTERCUP Miniatures has recently upgraded their web shop to make the ordering process and payment easier and changed the layout at the request of customers. There is also no longer a need to register as a customer before you can make a purchase. Come and have a look around at: http://store.buttercupminiatures.co.uk/
My latest Edwardian doll is named Olivia. Olivia is just 5 1/4" tall, from a Janna Joseph mould also called Olivia. Very Victorian Bru-type face* - she is dressed in a "coat dress" of the period with a small bustle in the back, and trimmed with embroidery.
The fabric for her dress is a heavy cotton with a subtle print. Her hat is made of very heavy pink drapery material in a watered-silk pattern, trimmed lavishly with silk roses and tulle bow. Her purse is cream drapery material with gold threads.
To see more of the dolls of Lone Wolf Mini Creations, please visit our website at http://www.lonewolfminiaturecreations.com
Old Dolls House Galleries Now Online
See the Old Dolls House Gallery Page on www.ktminiatures.com
