My Miniature Obsession – Details, episodes & analysis

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

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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 starting and also for makers that are more advanced.

Jim's Youtube channel is for anyone that's into 3D printing or wanting to learn. Definitely check it out: https://www.youtube.com/theedgeoftech

If looking to purchase a printer please consider using these links below. In doing so, you will be supporting Jim's channel so that he can continue making great educational videos for us.

Bambu Lab A1 Mini - https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2282157&u=3710420&m=138211&urllink=&afftrack=

Bambu Lab P1S - https://shrsl.com/45agu 

Bambu Lab P1P - https://shrsl.com/4ffuu 

Bambu Lab X1C - https://shrsl.com/4ffux

Hope you enjoy the episode!

Connect with Jim:

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Twitter: @theedgeofteck

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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 

LET'S CONNECT: 

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instagram>>> https://www.instagram.com/micdropminiatures 

facebook>>> https://www.facebook.com/MicDropMiniatures 

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miniature community>>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/micdropminiaturesclub

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Listen 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 check out her Instagram account, @dailymini, where she showcases the very unique and extraordinary miniatures from her vast collection and creations from other miniaturists from around the world.  Connect with Kate here: https://www.blackdogandleventhal.com/titles/kate-esme-unver/the-book-of-mini/9780762466672/ Show Notes can be found at: theminidistrict.com/blog 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miniatureobsession/support

I 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: theminidistrict.com/blog 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miniatureobsession/support

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

Other links mentioned in the podcast: 

Mother's Day Miniature Box: micdropminiatures.com/shop

Miniature Spring Show in Chicago: miniatureshow.com

Monthly Mini Challenges:  facebook.com/group/theminidistrict

Ultimate Miniature Subscription Box: minisubscripitonbox.com 

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Meet 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_mini_life.  Show Notes can be found at: theminidistrict.com/blog 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miniatureobsession/support

Meet 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. You can see examples of his beautiful work on Instagram at @dollhouse_miniature_interiors

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

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Meet 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 listen to find out more about her story.   Find Brittany on Instagram: @Dabbledibsminis and on Etsy: www.etsy.com/shop/dabbledibs 

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

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Meet 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 instagram>>> https://www.instagram.com/micdropminiatures facebook>>> https://www.facebook.com/MicDropMiniatures pinterest>>> https://www.pinterest.com/micdropminiatures miniature community>>> www.theminidistrict.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miniatureobsession/support