In a land where tradition meets innovation, Japan unveils one of its most captivating cultural phenomena: the art of miniatures. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene countryside, miniature-making has captured the hearts of both creators and admirers alike, shaping a unique aspect of Japanese culture.
Make Spectacles To make spectacles for Angus you will need only a few things. Most of them you probably already have. Wire: any wire that will bend easily, but hold its shape. I use brass wire from a beading shop, sometimes wire from the hardware store, and often wire from the florist. One can get paper coated wire from some florists. This is great, because it can be painted any colour you like. And how about raiding the stationery cupboard? All those lovely coloured paper clips... Shaping tool: I use a pair of chain nose (round nose) pliers. You can get that from a beading shop or hardware store. If you don't have chain nose pliers, a wooden skewer, dowel or knitting needle with the right diameter will also work. You will also need a pair of needle nose pliers and a wire cutter. Let's get to work. Cut a generous length of wire and fold it in half. Don't make the top of the bend too sharp, it should look like a hairpin. You can cut several lengths of wire and keep them handy, in case you need to practise a bit to get it right :-) Fold one side of the wire around the shaping tool to make a half circle. Hold the shaping tool against the outside of the top of your 'hairpin', and bend the wire up 180 degrees away from the hairpin. Do the same with the other leg of the hairpin. Check that the curve on both sides are the same size. Now you have the bottom half moons for your spectacles. Hold the spectacles up to your teddy bear's face and make sure that he can see you through both lenses. Adjust as necessary. A little bit too small? This one is big. Not completely wrong though, it will give Angus a bookish look. Perfect fit! Take up your shaping tool again and complete the circles. The wire should now hang down on the inside of the hairpin. We are not finished yet. Still holding your shaping tool inside the circle, take the wire around another half turn, so that it is on the outside of the circle, and facing straight up. When you have completed one side, do the other side. Use the needle nose pliers to bend the ears of the spectacles 90 degrees away from the lenses. Voila! Spectacles custom made for your teddy. For my small bears, I snip the ears of the spectacles to length, just behind the bear's ears. Make a hole with a big darning needle at the top corner of each ear, into the head. Slip the ends of the spectacles into the holes, press them down firmly on the bear's nose, and you are done. If the spectacles are the right size, and fitted properly, Angus will be able to look at you through both lenses of the spectacles. Here's a summary of the steps. This is my book page for lesson 6. In this miniature bear making series, we are using the Angus pattern, which you will find in my Etsy Shop, and on the Tin Soldiers Website. I have made page templates if you would like to copy mine, but it could also be fun to make your own. Every week, you will find printable templates for Project 52 HERE . Want to make miniature reading material for your teddy bear? On my Pinterest page you will find links to miniature books and newspapers to print, covering a wide variety of topics. Gerda and Lana have a regular date to make teddies. They are working on their Project 52 books together. This is what it looks like so far, exciting! I love the idea of using nose shapes as a 'window' to write in. You ladies are so creative.
Try miniature micro crochet, which involves creating tiny, intricate pieces that test your dexterity and patience.
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Het voorgerecht is garnalen, ik heb er goud geverfde onderborden bij gemaakt. De draden van de kandelaars, heb ik door de tafel getrokken en met een kroonsteentje in de holle ruimte onder mijn tafel gelegd. Ook heb ik de witte bloemen gemaakt. Dit is er een van De gekochte stoelen had ik wit geverfd. Dit was een van de redenen dat ik op deze bak viel...AL DAT WIT....!!!! Het buffet is nog in de maak, er komt ook een spiegel boven het buffet. Een goede overzicht foto volgt nog....als hij klaar is.... Dit voorste gedeelte....waar de tafel en het bankstel staan....is van bovenaf zichtbaar door glas. Het achtergedeelte waar de trap en de vleugel staan is van mdf hout. Deze bak staat in mijn werkkamer, en nu kan ik er mooi van bovenaf ook inkijken.
Today, November 2nd, marks the 258th anniversary of Marie Antoinette's birthday. Marie Antoinette, baptized Maria Antonia Josepha Johanna, was the 15th child and 11th daughter of Maria Theresa and Francis I. The most well-known portraits of Marie Antoinette are arguably those done during her reign, such as the charming 'en gaulle' portrait by Lebrun, the iconic portrait of Marie Antoinette in a full court gown by d'Agoty, and the contemplative family portrait Marie Antoinette with her three children by Lebrun. But before Marie Antoinette was being depicted in her court finery or posing in front of her beloved Petit Trianon, she was just another one of the charming Archduchesses of Austria. The Austrian National Library has several miniatures of Marie Antoinette painted at a young age--ranging from her infancy to about 1767, when she was 12 years old. Maria Antonia as an infant. credit: Österreichische Nationalbibliothek Maria Antonia (seated right) with Maria Carolina (left) and Maria Josepha (right). Circa 1760. credit: Österreichische Nationalbibliothek Maria Antonia circa 1763. credit: Österreichische Nationalbibliothek Maria Antonia (left) and Maria Carolina (right). Circa 1764. credit: Österreichische Nationalbibliothek Maria Antonia circa 1767. credit: Österreichische Nationalbibliothek
In this article , from trash to treasure ideas, I will show you lots and lots of pictures on how to make miniature treasures from trash or everyday items.
The husband and wife team of Alvaro Rodriguez and Paola Ojeda, Taller Targioni, Spain were dealers at Good Sam in 2010 and 2011. They have been offering imaginative handcrafted 1:12 scale furniture and home decor for twelve years. Highly creative, their collection is constantly evolving and is consistently unique. [email protected], www.tallertargioni Handsomely carved Old World globe bar with ornate hidden interior liquor cabinet. French style kitchen cabinet in mahogany with hand-painted tiles by Tiny Ceramics of Germany. The doors and sides are decorated with hand carved pieces. Handmade wooden embroidery work table with piece in progress. Two charming silk cross stitch samplers in standing frames. Clockmaker scene inside a XIX century German wall clock. Commission. Detailed camera collector's work table with two drawers and working lamp. Bathroom sink cabinet with elaborate antique enamel insert, brass swan faucet, decorative hand-painted majolica sink. Light walnut table with green marble top. Matching chair. Silver bottle and carved wooden display container with six silver goblets. Dinner table and chairs in pear wood and ebony. Handcrafted mahogany wagon with wheels cast in metal being pulled by two dogs. Luggage by Jose Maria Gomez, Spain.
Established in 1985, the miniature festival has become the leading event for craftsmen and enthusiasts to celebrate their work
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Do you collect anything? My Mum used to collect crystal and glass figurines. When Christmas came around, it was always easy to find something to add to Mum's collection. Each year, we'd watch her collection grow and remember who gave her which one and why. I don't have a collection of my own (unless you
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We have talked about making miniatures from trash to treasure projects before, but it got a bit to long. So today we are starting part 2.
In this article , from trash to treasure ideas, I will show you lots and lots of pictures on how to make miniature treasures from trash or everyday items.
We have talked about making miniatures from trash to treasure projects before, but it got a bit to long. So today we are starting part 2.
This treasure chest reminds me of childhood. A hidden, magical, enchanted, boundless world. Remember that you always have the key at hand and you can open the lock whenever you want. ✦ Measurements✦ Approximately Width 5.5 cm Depth 5.5 cm Height 6 cm Please note that these products are unique as natural parts are used and there may be slight variations
This pretty little bath/spa tray will look gorgeous in your beach dollhouse or display. The metal tray holds two filled glass jars and a tiny perfume bottle. The items are not glued down. All 3 pieces and the tray are included. The tray is 1 1/4” wide and the tallest jar is 1 1/4” high. Suitable for 1:12 or 1:6 scale.
Make Spectacles To make spectacles for Angus you will need only a few things. Most of them you probably already have. Wire: any wire that will bend easily, but hold its shape. I use brass wire from a beading shop, sometimes wire from the hardware store, and often wire from the florist. One can get paper coated wire from some florists. This is great, because it can be painted any colour you like. And how about raiding the stationery cupboard? All those lovely coloured paper clips... Shaping tool: I use a pair of chain nose (round nose) pliers. You can get that from a beading shop or hardware store. If you don't have chain nose pliers, a wooden skewer, dowel or knitting needle with the right diameter will also work. You will also need a pair of needle nose pliers and a wire cutter. Let's get to work. Cut a generous length of wire and fold it in half. Don't make the top of the bend too sharp, it should look like a hairpin. You can cut several lengths of wire and keep them handy, in case you need to practise a bit to get it right :-) Fold one side of the wire around the shaping tool to make a half circle. Hold the shaping tool against the outside of the top of your 'hairpin', and bend the wire up 180 degrees away from the hairpin. Do the same with the other leg of the hairpin. Check that the curve on both sides are the same size. Now you have the bottom half moons for your spectacles. Hold the spectacles up to your teddy bear's face and make sure that he can see you through both lenses. Adjust as necessary. A little bit too small? This one is big. Not completely wrong though, it will give Angus a bookish look. Perfect fit! Take up your shaping tool again and complete the circles. The wire should now hang down on the inside of the hairpin. We are not finished yet. Still holding your shaping tool inside the circle, take the wire around another half turn, so that it is on the outside of the circle, and facing straight up. When you have completed one side, do the other side. Use the needle nose pliers to bend the ears of the spectacles 90 degrees away from the lenses. Voila! Spectacles custom made for your teddy. For my small bears, I snip the ears of the spectacles to length, just behind the bear's ears. Make a hole with a big darning needle at the top corner of each ear, into the head. Slip the ends of the spectacles into the holes, press them down firmly on the bear's nose, and you are done. If the spectacles are the right size, and fitted properly, Angus will be able to look at you through both lenses of the spectacles. Here's a summary of the steps. This is my book page for lesson 6. In this miniature bear making series, we are using the Angus pattern, which you will find in my Etsy Shop, and on the Tin Soldiers Website. I have made page templates if you would like to copy mine, but it could also be fun to make your own. Every week, you will find printable templates for Project 52 HERE . Want to make miniature reading material for your teddy bear? On my Pinterest page you will find links to miniature books and newspapers to print, covering a wide variety of topics. Gerda and Lana have a regular date to make teddies. They are working on their Project 52 books together. This is what it looks like so far, exciting! I love the idea of using nose shapes as a 'window' to write in. You ladies are so creative.
So, you’ve got your miniature house built, the walls are painted and the flooring is down. What’s next? Well, probably furniture. But after that, it’s time to decorate the walls! Nothing adds realism quite like tiny little framed artwork.
Try miniature micro crochet, which involves creating tiny, intricate pieces that test your dexterity and patience.
Voor een opdracht met o.a. schelpen heb ik een Nautilusbeker gemaakt. Het is misschien niet heel goed te zien, maar om de mondrand zit een stukje "zilver". Daar op voortbordurend heb ik ook nog een kleine waterbekken op voet gemaakt, het was heel leuk werk om te doen.
Within the confines of a tiny jewelry box, Canadian-Trinidadian artist Curtis Talwst Santiago (previously) nestles miniature scenes imbued with in-depth narratives of home and intimacy, diasporic identity, and memory. The elaborately built dioramas are part of Santiago’s ongoing Infinity Series, which he began in 2008 and has since expanded to include dozens of pieces replete with lush foliage, architectural features, and minuscule figures preserved in time. In recent years, the artist has referenced his childhood and family life in the mixed-media works, including in the “Soca in the Suburbs” collection that incorporates replicas of his parents’ basement complete with thick shag carpeting and a distinctly ’70s aesthetic. More
In this article , from trash to treasure ideas, I will show you lots and lots of pictures on how to make miniature treasures from trash or everyday items.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “All the secrets of the world are contained in books. Read at your own risk.” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ L. Delaney’s miniature books have been a cherished standard in the miniature community for over a decade, setting the bar for excellence in tiny book craftsmanship. Bring the charm of antique books to your dollhouses, dioramas, and miniature worlds with this meticulously crafted work of art. This little book isn't just for reading; it harbors a secret. Crafted to resemble a weathered, aged tome, delicately cut pages conceal a hollow compartment in which to hide miniature secrets. What will you tuck within its pages? A secret note? A key? A jewel? 📖 Key Features: -Crafted to Perfection: Our miniature book pages are expertly sculpted into an elegant flourish, revealing antique illustrations and accompanying text. -Authentic Design: The book cover is made from genuine leather, adding a touch of sophistication to your tiny decor. -Real Antique Imagery: Each page is adorned with carefully selected antique images, brought to life with high-resolution printing on textured paper, providing exquisite detail and depth. -Fixed Open Position: This book is designed to remain in a fixed open position. Please note that its pages may not be opened or closed. -One-Inch Scale: This miniature book is designed to fit into your one-inch scale dollhouse, ensuring it blends harmoniously with your existing collection. -Dimensions: The book measures approximately 1 1/4" x 1". The secret compartment measures 3/4" x 3/8". -Explore Our Collection: Don't forget to browse the virtual shelves of our extensive Library section, featuring open and closed books, the perfect additions to complement your scene. 🎁 Perfect for Gifting: Every order is elegantly packaged, making it an ideal gift for dollhouse enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone who appreciates the charm of miniatures. Order now and transform your scenes into enchanting visual stories! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ L. Delaney’s miniatures have infiltrated dollhouses worldwide, as well as The National Building Museum and the Tiffany & Co. windows. Her debut book, All Dolled Up, was a 2017 #1 New Release on Amazon. Born and raised in Kalamazoo, she now lives and plays between Michigan, New York, and a haunted mansion in New Orleans's Garden District. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
If You Haven't Seen These Miniature Musical Instruments Before, You Have Really Missed Out On A Lot Of Gorgeous Miniature Art, So Lifelike!
