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May Flowers always follow April Showers and who doesn’t love flowers? Create is right on point in May because we are celebrating flowers in several different ways.
First, the challenge for May is to send a photo of your miniature flowers. It can be an arrangement or outdoors. Send it to Julie French at JRFrench03@gmail.com and give us a line or two about your photo. We’ll send a gift, but please don’t forget to include your mailing address. For more info about the challenge, click here. To see the submissions, click here. Be sure to check out what is happening on the NAME Create site where in addition to new workshop offerings, you will also find videos, informal ZOOM sessions so you can visit with friends and work on your unfinished projects, "Lunch and Learns" where you'll hear from various artisans about miniature topics, and puzzles and games, etc. Open to NAME members and non-members alike! Check out the site at create.miniatures.org There is so much going on here - - So, if you haven’t already visited the NAME Create site, this is the time to do it!!! |
Create is looking for teachers for workshops. If you are interested in offering a workshop in the future through Create, please contact Barbara Thornton-Hill. Applications can be found under Instructor Info at: https://create.miniatures.org/InstructorInfo. We do have people available to help you learn to use ZOOM, so don't let that stand in your way!
While you need to order the kits, we will also have QuickMinis, Zoom sessions, tutorials, games and prizes available for all. Don't forget the t-shirt which when worn to zoom sessions will get you included in a special drawing too.
Order your Camp Make a Mini tea shirt or Create T-shirt with this link:https://www.customink.com/fundraising/camp-make-a-mini-2023?utm_campaign=desktop-post-launch-v3&utm_content=camp-make-a-mini-2023&utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link 
NAME is looking for more Quick Minis to be offered - - If you are interested, please go to the link below to see how!
create.miniatures.org Quick Minis are small kits that cost up to $15. They usually take up to a couple hours to complete. Quick Minis will be held roughly four times a year. |
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Camp Make-a-Mini is back in July!
Think about the rolling hills of the English country side dotted with sheep. Zoom in and one might see a tiny building. As you draw closer, you notice it is on wheels. Yes, a Shepard's Hut is available for a short stay. Maybe instead you see a traveler able to pull the little building to the next town. Or could it be a tiny home complete with a tiny bathroom. Use it for the perfect She-Shed or go Glamping, whatever you decide to make of our project this year is up to you.
Our designer Debbie Young has made 4 options available. Three different styles in quarter inch scale and one in half inch scale. Order your kits now, here.
Camp Make-a-Mini is back in July!
Think about the rolling hills of the English country side dotted with sheep. Zoom in and one might see a tiny building. As you draw closer, you notice it is on wheels. Yes, a Shepard's Hut is available for a short stay. Maybe instead you see a traveler able to pull the little building to the next town. Or could it be a tiny home complete with a tiny bathroom. Use it for the perfect She-Shed or go Glamping, whatever you decide to make of our project this year is up to you.
Our designer Debbie Young has made 4 options available. Three different styles in quarter inch scale and one in half inch scale. Order your kits now, here.
Christmas Cart with Accessories
1/4" Scale. Presenter Jean Gibson We will cut the pieces out and assemble the cart, make the wheels movable and put together the small toys to place on the shelves. The wheeled vehicles are a little challenging and I will show the easiest way to accomplish this. Everything is included. You will need the usual tools of tweezers, glue, exacto knife, (I like to use a single edge razor blade) plus magnification if you like. The painting can be done by the student at a later date. It will not be a part of the workshop. Techniques to be taught: Helpful hints on assembling Volker Arnold’s kits. FINISHED DIMENSIONS: approximately 2-1/2” x 2-1/2” SKILL LEVEL: Beginner To receive your kits in time for the class, you must order by June 3, 2023 (US) / May 27, 2023 (all other countries). Orders placed after these dates may not ship until after the class has been held. Sales close on June 17th. This class will be at 2:00 p.m. Eastern on June 17th, 2023. LENGTH OF WORKSHOP: 3 hours Non-NAME Member Price: $65.00 NAME Member Price: $54.00 
Camp Make-A-Mini Fortnight Shepherd’s Hut
1/4" Scale. Presenter Debbie Young Looking for a Shepherd’s Hut with a little more room...perhaps for two of you? This Shepherd’s Hut is built on an 18’ chassis. The exterior has a single Dutch door and window boxes for the front two windows. On the interior, there are two dividers – one to separate the bed from the living area and a second (with a door) to create a small bathroom. There is plenty of room in the center section for a small kitchen and a table and chairs. Techniques to be taught: Laying of a wood floor, basic assembly, making wheels roll, tips on painting laser cut, how to age gracefully FINISHED DIMENSIONS: 5" x 2 1/2" x 3" SKILL LEVEL: Beginner To receive your kits in time for the class, you must order by June 30, 2023 (US) / June 15, 2023 (all other countries). Orders placed after these dates may not ship until after the class has been held. Sales close on July 15th. This class will be at 12:00 noon Eastern on July 15th, 2023. LENGTH OF WORKSHOP: 6+ hours Non-NAME Member Price: $65.00 NAME Member Price: $54.00 
Welcome to the new
Online NAME Store!Did you want to buy souvenirs from Portland's "Come Fly With Me" houseparty, but forgot? Did you wish to attend the National Convention in Indy "Winter Wonderland" but couldn't? Here's your opportunity to score some of these wonderful souvenirs. http://miniatures.org/ |
Camp Make-A-Mini Pocket Sized Shepherd’s Hut
1/4" Scale Presenter Debbie Young Built on a 14’ chassis, this pocket size hut is the tiniest inside at just under 8’ x 10’. It does have a single bed and just enough room for a tiny table and chair. It would look great as a potting shed or could be outfitted with a desk as a wonderful place to get away and write. The special feature on this one is the porch on the back – perfect to sit and enjoy the English countryside. Techniques to be taught: Laying of a wood floor, basic assembly, making wheels roll, tips on painting laser cut, how to age gracefully FINISHED DIMENSIONS: 4" x 2 1/2" x 3" SKILL LEVEL: Beginner To receive your kits in time for the class, you must order by June 30, 2023 (US) / June 15, 2023 (all other countries). Orders placed after these dates may not ship until after the class has been held. Sales close on July 15th. This class will be at 12:00 noon Eastern on July 15th, 2023. LENGTH OF WORKSHOP: 6+ hours Non-NAME Member Price: $65.00 NAME Member Price: $54.00 
Camp Make-A-Mini Middling Shepherd’s Hut
1/4" Scale. Also available in 1/2” scale Presenter Debbie Young Also built on a 14’ chassis, this Shepherd’s Hut uses all 14’ on the interior. The double doors make it easier to view the interior without removing the roof. It has a small built-in bed and has a little more room on the interior, so would be a very comfortable place for an overnight stay. Techniques to be taught: Laying of a wood floor, basic assembly, making wheels roll, tips on painting laser cut, how to age gracefully FINISHED DIMENSIONS: 4" x 2 1/2" x 3" SKILL LEVEL: Beginner To receive your kits in time for the class, you must order by June 30, 2023 (US) / June 15, 2023 (all other countries). Orders placed after these dates may not ship until after the class has been held. Sales close on July 15th. This class will be at 12:00 noon Eastern on July 15th, 2023. LENGTH OF WORKSHOP: 6+ hours Non-NAME Member Price: $60.00 NAME Member Price: $49.00 
NAME Aprons - Check them out at the NAME STORE ONLINE
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In addition to our traditional conventions and houseparties, we have more online events planned! Auctions, Garage Sale, Roundtable Sales, Online Workshops! There are lots of mini-opportunities through NAME, whether you can travel or not!
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"From Sea to Shining Sea"
NAME National Convention - See the NAME website for details and registration forms |
About NAME
The National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts was founded in 1972 by Allegra Mott to promote the craft of miniature making through the association and friendship of its artisans, craftsmen and collectors. NAME is an educational, non-profit organization dedicated to the miniature collector and builder through sharing ideas and experiences among its members. Our goal is to link people of like minds in order to share our love of the hobby that captivates us.
Visit us at: miniatures.org
Join us at: miniatures.org/catalog
The National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts was founded in 1972 by Allegra Mott to promote the craft of miniature making through the association and friendship of its artisans, craftsmen and collectors. NAME is an educational, non-profit organization dedicated to the miniature collector and builder through sharing ideas and experiences among its members. Our goal is to link people of like minds in order to share our love of the hobby that captivates us.
Visit us at: miniatures.org
Join us at: miniatures.org/catalog
Want to be a Member? While NAME supports the entire miniature community with many monthly and even daily activities on the Create site; Members also receive 6 issues a year of the Gazette plus online access to current issues, online and in-person clubs across the USA, invitations to the Annual NAME Day celebration with limited edition kits, Houseparties and Conventions with dealer and instructor opportunities, discounts on classes on the Create site and more!
You’ve discovered NAME...now share the excitement with friends, relatives and fellow miniaturists! To join, go to: https://miniatures.org/join
Membership Costs start at $50/year for an individual membership (within the US) with reduced rates for additional family members and special rates for a youth membership. Sign up for more than a single year to save money on a per year basis.
You’ve discovered NAME...now share the excitement with friends, relatives and fellow miniaturists! To join, go to: https://miniatures.org/join
Membership Costs start at $50/year for an individual membership (within the US) with reduced rates for additional family members and special rates for a youth membership. Sign up for more than a single year to save money on a per year basis.
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