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Join Us for 2025 NAME Day – In the SF Bay Area or Online

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You’re invited to join this year’s NAME Day celebration! Whether you attend an in-person gathering hosted by the MiniCals club, the By Small Design club, or online from the comfort of home, it’s a great chance to connect with fellow miniaturists and enjoy working on a fun project together.

This year’s project, “The Courtyard,” will be available in 1:48, 1:24, and 1:12 scales, with a basic kit provided. You’ll have the freedom to finish and decorate it your own way, with plenty of ideas and inspiration shared throughout the day.

A sample of The Courtyard created by Wine Country Miniature Society.

Morgan Hill, CA (MiniCals club)

Saturday, September 27, 2025; 9am
Location: M & L Precision Machining, 18665 Madrone Pkwy, Morgan Hill, CA
Hosted by: MiniCals
Door prizes, silent auction, shoebox sales, and gifts. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Registration is $45. Make your reservation by August 1.
Email Ruth Heisch for more info and to register.

Sacramento, CA (By Small Design club)

Saturday, October 4, 2025; 10 am-3 pm
Location: Elks Lodge, 6446 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento, CA
Hosted By:  By Small Design
This event is open to any NAME member who signs-up before August 11, 2025 or until the maximum capacity of the room has been reached. Registration is $40, plus the cost of the kits. All scales will be at the event. A Continental breakfast, lunch, raffle, gifts, and goody bags will be provided.
Download the registration form. Contact Ynez Fritsch or Fran Bigler for more info.

Online event via Zoom

Sunday, October 5; 11 am Pacific
Hosted by: Mini Cyber Club (MCC)
No sign-up is required—just join in! A Zoom link will be available on Create.miniatures.org. Choose and assemble your kit(s) while chatting with fellow miniaturists. All scales are welcome. There will be door prizes and opportunities to share your progress. Order a kit from one of the cutters or bring an older, unfinished kit. It will be a fun day of building and connecting!
Contact Barbara Thornton-Hill for more info.

A sample of The Courtyard created by Wine Country Miniature Society.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for May 2025

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Join miniature enthusiasts in these workshops and conversations this month:

Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Online via Zoom
Every week on Sun, Tue, Thu, Fri, we host a group of miniaturists who want to work on minis with others. So we meet on Zoom, share what we’re working on and chat as we work.
More info

Mondays (ongoing); 11am-3pm Pacific
Quarter Persuasion (Zoom)
Members meet online to talk and create all things quarter scale (1:48). Contact Barbara Thornton-Hill or Ynez Fritsch for more info.

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 9am Pacific
Create.com UFO Sightings (Zoom)
Online via Zoom
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

May 3, 2025
Sacramento Miniatures Sale
Robertson Community Center, 3525 Norwood Ave., Sacramento, CA
If you would like to sell your miniatures, return this application to reserve a table.
Email Ynez Fritsch for more info.

May 5-10, 2025
NAME online auction
More info

May 17, 2025; 10am Pacific
MiniCal’s Spring Fling Sale
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California
Tables are available to sell your miniatures.
Contact Lynne to register for a table and to receive more info.

May 18, 2025
create.miniatures.org presents “Let’s Chat with Ginger Landon Siegel“
Online via Zoom
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Mini Stained Glass Workshop with Rafael Acevedo

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You’re invited to attend a workshop with the MiniCals miniature club taught by Rafael Acevedo.

Title: 1:12 Stained Glass Window
Date: April 12, 2025; 10 am Pacific
Location: M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California

In this class, students will learn the art of creating a miniature stained glass piece. Participants can choose from two unique stained glass designs and will be provided with a window frame and plexiglass panel as their base. The class will cover essential techniques, including lead cutting, lead application, and basic glazing methods.

All necessary supplies will be provided; however, students are encouraged to bring additional lighting or personal magnifying devices if needed. If you prefer using your own utility knife or cutting mat, feel free to bring them along. This hands-on class is perfect for anyone looking to explore the beauty of stained glass craftsmanship in a manageable, small project.

Workshop cost $110. $2 tacos will be available for lunch.

For more information and to register, please contact Ruth Heisch.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Spring Miniature Events in San Francisco Bay Area

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Don’t miss these miniature workshops, show and sales in the San Francisco Bay Area this spring! Registration is required for the MiniCals catch up day and workshops.

January 18, 2025; 10am Pacific
MiniCals host a “catch up” day. – LAST CALL FOR REGISTRATION!
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California
Cost $8. Must pre-register.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and registration.

February 15, 2025; 10am Pacific
MiniCals workshop: The Terrarium – A FEW OPENINGS AVAILABLE!
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California
$2 tacos or a salad will be available for lunch. Please bring a toolkit. Cost: $35. A follow up workshop will be held on March 15, and will feature plants and flowers for the terrarium.
For more information and to register, please contact Ruth Heisch.

March 15, 2025; 10am Pacific
MiniCals host a plant making workshop
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California
The plants are designed to fit into the MiniCals terrarium but may be used for other projects as well. $2 tacos or a salad will be available for lunch. Please bring a toolkit. Cost $25.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and to register.

March 29, 2025; 9am – 3pm
13th Annual Miniatures in the Wine Country Shows
Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, Lodi, California
One location, 2 shows. Over 70 tables of miniatures, dollhouse, and room boxes. $7 admission.
More info

April 12, 2025; 10am Pacific
MiniCals host a stained glass workshop with Rafael Acevedo
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California
A traditional size window with water glass effect. Background components to fit the window will be supplied. Cost $110.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and to register.

May 3, 2025
Sacramento Miniatures Sale
Robertson Community Center, 3525 Norwood Ave., Sacramento, CA
If you would like to sell your miniatures, return this application to reserve a table.
Email Ynez Fritsch for more info.

May 17, 2025; 10am Pacific
MiniCal’s Spring Fling Sale
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California
Tables are available to sell your miniatures.
Contact Lynne to register for a table and to receive more info.

Check out more events on the calendar page of the N2 website.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Join the MiniCals Terrarium Workshop

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You’re invited to attend a workshop with the MiniCals miniature club.

Title: The Terrarium
Date: February 15, 2025; 10am Pacific
Location: M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California

$2 tacos or a salad will be available for lunch. Please bring a toolkit. Cost $35.

A follow up workshop will be held on March 15, and will feature plants and flowers for the terrarium.

For more information and to register, please contact Ruth Heisch.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for June 2024

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Mondays (ongoing); 11am-3pm Pacific
Quarter Persuasion (Zoom)
Members meet online to talk and create all things quarter scale (1:48). Contact Barbara Thornton-Hill or Ynez Fritsch for more info.

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
MCC – Mini Cyber Club Hosted Tiny Tues with Mini Friends (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Thursdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
MCC – Mini Cyber Club (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 9am Pacific
Create.com UFO Sightings (Zoom)
Online via Zoom
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

June 6, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org Shares with Debbie Colombo: Making Miniature Margaritas
Online via Zoom
More info

June 10-15, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

June 14, 2024; 8am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Painting and Wiring Multi-bulb Lighting Fixtures with Esther Marker
Online via Zoom
More info

June 22, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: 4th of July Cart with Bonnie Helterhoff
Online via Zoom
More info

June 29, 2024; 8am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Painting and Wiring Multi-bulb Lighting Fixtures with Esther Marker
Online via Zoom
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for May 2024

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Mondays (ongoing); 11am-3pm Pacific
Quarter Persuasion (Zoom)
Members meet online to talk and create all things quarter scale (1:48). Contact Barbara Thornton-Hill or Ynez Fritsch for more info.

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
MCC – Mini Cyber Club Hosted Tiny Tues with Mini Friends (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Thursdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
MCC – Mini Cyber Club (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 9am Pacific
Create.com UFO Sightings (Zoom)
Online via Zoom
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

May 13-18
NAME Online Auction
More info

May 18, 2024
MiniCals Workshop: Incredibly Cute 1/2″ Scale Stove Designed by Becky Seward
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

May 18, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Fiesta Mosaic Tabletop with Cheryl Speck
Online via Zoom
More info

May 25, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Succulent Potted Garden, 1/4″ and 1″ Scales with Charrita Teague
Online via Zoom
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for April 2024

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

April 6, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Rose Tea Set, Tray & Plate Shelf with Ginger Landon-Siegel
Online via Zoom
More info

April 13, 2024; 9am – 3 pm
Sacramento Miniatures Sale and Mini Flea Market
Roseville Elks Lodge #2248, 3000 Brady Lane, Roseville, CA
Setup starts at 8am. Cleanup begins at 2pm. Table form is due April 7, 2024. Contact Patty Hong for more info.

April 13 & 14, 2024; Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 10am-2pm
The Northern California Eggstravaganza
SES Hall, 10428 E. Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove, CA
Egg Artists, miniaturists and a variety of artists will sell and display their artwork. Egg art classes will be April 12-14, preregistration is required. The two day event is open to the public with free admission and parking. For more information contact Diana Macias or visit the event website.

April 14, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create Shares: How to Make a Spiral Staircase (pt. 1 of a 3-part series)
Online via Zoom
More info

April 15-20, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

April 20, 2024
MiniCals Workshop: Golden State Poppy Tiffany Style Lamp with Juanita Landa
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Participants will learn how to assemble and paint a Tiffany style lamp using Esther Miniature’s table lamp kits. A “leaded” look and glass like appearance will be achieved using glass paints. Students will also give their base a metallic finishing using Gilder’s past. The option of lighting the lamp will be available for an additional $10. Cost of workshop: $65. Limited class size.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

April 21, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create Shares: How to Make a Spiral Staircase (pt. 2 of a 3-part series)
Online via Zoom
More info

April 27, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Bookshelf Magic (Reprised) with Andi Vinciquerra
Online via Zoom
1:12 scale, LED lit book nook building workshop.
More info

April 28, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create Shares: How to Make a Spiral Staircase (pt. 3 of a 3-part series)
Online via Zoom
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

This weekend: MiniCal’s Spring Fling miniature sale, potluck and flea market

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March 16, 2024; 10am-3pm
MiniCals host Spring Fling miniature sale, potluck and flea market
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Drinks and door prizes. $8 buys admission and a table to sell.
Contact Lynn Elliott for more info.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for March 2024

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

March 2, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Using your phone to take pictures of miniatures with Preble McDaniel
Online via Zoom
More info

March 3, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: How to manage your images with Wanda Waterfield
Online via Zoom
More info

March 16, 2024; 10am-3pm
MiniCals host Spring Fling miniature sale, potluck and flea market
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Drinks and door prizes. $8 buys admission and a table to sell.
Contact Lynn Elliott for more info.

March 23, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Easter Cart with Bonnie Helterhoff
Online via Zoom
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

NAME Day 2024 – MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass Miniature Clubs are Looking for Your Input

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Are you planning to attend, or would you like to attend a NAME Day event? MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass miniature clubs will be offering their NAME Day event in Morgan Hill, California.

NAME Day 2024 will be a bit different than previous years. There will not be a new project for 2024. Instead, NAME will be offering all of the previous NAME Day projects for purchase.

Join MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass clubs for their NAME Day event on Saturday, September 28, 2024 in Morgan Hill, California. The theme will be “Halloween”.

As a help to the event organizers, please let them know which of the following projects you’d like to repeat or do for a first time:
• The Hutch(2010)
• The Alcove (2012)
• The Cart (2013)
• Window Shopping (2015)
• 3-sided vignette (2023)
• Another choice

Send your choice for consideration to Ruth Heisch, grouchybeartoo@aol.com.

To see photos of the projects, click here: https://nameregionn2.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-name-day-projects.pdf

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

MiniCals 2024 Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market

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Saturday, March 16, 2024; 10am-3pm
MiniCals Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Drinks and door prizes. $8 admission. The fee also buys table space if you wish to sell.

Contact Lynn Elliott for more info and to reserve a table space.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster.

New Mini Club Starting in the Sonoma/Napa/Marin County Area

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Are you interested in learning and sharing miniature skills, and meeting others who enjoy miniatures? A new club is forming in the North Bay area. The first meeting will be held this month in Santa Rosa. All scales and abilities are welcome.

Please contact Barbara Thornton-Hill (the NAME State Representative for the North Bay area) for more information.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for February 2024

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

February 3, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: The Lighthouse with Ginger Landon-Siegel
Online via Zoom
Create this special micro lighthouse and beach scene housed inside a magnetic backed round aluminum tin with clear opening.
More info

February 3 & 4, 2024; Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm
San Diego Miniatures Show and Sale
University of San Diego, Hahn University Center; San Diego, CA
Sales, exhibits, make ‘n take workshops
$10 Adults, $5 Children (8-12). Free Sunday with Paid Saturday. Free parking.
More info

February 5-10, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

February 11, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Building a Makitz Mini Library
Online via Zoom
More info

February 17, 2024; 10am
MiniCals “Catch Up” Day
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Participants are welcome to bring their “UFOs” (unfinished objects) to work on and share ideas with other miniaturists. A $7 fee will cover attendance and lunch. Please register with Ruth before Feb. 14 to determine the lunch count and to be notified of any changes.

February 17, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Making Book Covers with Preble McDaniel
Online via Zoom
Join Preble McDaniel as she shares how to find book images and create covers for your books. These could be for your Makitz Library or anywhere else.
More info

February 18, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Unicorn SPiT with Alician Pearce
Online via Zoom
More info

February 24 & 25, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Old World Street Scene (2 wall hangings) with Shaun Crawford – Sold out
Online via Zoom
More info

February 26, 2024; 11am-2:30pm
Hawai’i Miniaturists will have a chance to shop from Volker Arnold, Miniature Kit Artist
972 Kainui Drive, O’ahu, Hawai’i
Volker Arnold, a German designer and manufacturer of small scale miniature kits, will be selling his kits in Hawai’i.
Contact Naomi Losch for more info.

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Upcoming MiniCals Events and Workshops

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January 20, 2024; 10 am
MiniCals “Catch Up” Day
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Participants are welcome to bring their “UFOs” (unfinished objects) to work on and share ideas with other miniaturists. A $7 fee will cover attendance and lunch. Please register with Ruth before Jan. 17 to determine the lunch count and to be notified of any changes.

February 17, 2024; 10am
MiniCals “Catch Up” Day
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Participants are welcome to bring their “UFOs” (unfinished objects) to work on and share ideas with other miniaturists. A $7 fee will cover attendance and lunch. Please register with Ruth before Feb. 14 to determine the lunch count and to be notified of any changes.

March 16, 2024; 10am-4pm
MiniCals host Spring Fling miniature sale, potluck and flea market
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
$8 buys admission and a table to sell.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

April 20, 2024
MiniCals Workshop: Golden State Poppy Tiffany Style Lamp with Juanita Landa
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Participants will learn how to assemble and paint a Tiffany style lamp using Esther Miniature’s table lamp kits. A “leaded” look and glass like appearance will be achieved using glass paints. Students will also give their base a metallic finishing using Gilder’s past. The option of lighting the lamp will be available for an additional $10. Cost of workshop: $65. Limited class size.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

May 18, 2024
MiniCals Workshop: Incredibly Cute 1/2″ Scale Stove Designed by Becky Seward
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for January 2024

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

January 1, 2024; 1pm Pacific
MCC New Year’s Day Open House
Online via Zoom
MCC is hosting their Home Alone Open House on New Year’s Day.
More info

January 8-13, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

January 9, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Sculpting Pottery on a Mini Wheel 101, with Lynette Barker, IGMA Artisan (Sold out)
Online via Zoom
More info

January 13, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Sculpting Pottery on a Mini Wheel 101, with Lynette Barker, IGMA Artisan (Sold out)
Online via Zoom
More info

January 20, 2024
MiniCals “Catch Up” Day
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Participants are welcome to bring their “UFOs” (unfinished objects) to work on and share ideas with other miniaturists. A $7 fee will cover attendance and lunch. Please register with Ruth to determine the lunch count and to be notified if the meeting dates change.

January 20, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Flocking miniature animals with Barb Antol
Online via Zoom
More info

January 28, 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Rainbow Bridge with Alician Pearce
Online via Zoom
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for December 2023

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

December 16 & 17, 2023; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Santa’s Joy with Pat Jackson
Online via Zoom
Santa’s granddaughter Joy, is full of glee as she waits for her travels to your house. This little porcelain girl is China painted and dressed in Cotton and velour. Fabrics: You will dress her using small rolled hems and faux French seams gluing techniques. Her collar is beaded using no hole beads and rhinestones. Once dressed and shoes on, we will learn to make a English Viscose wig with bun and curls.
More info

December 24, 2023; 4pm Pacific
MCC Christmas Eve Celebration
Online via Zoom
Home alone on this Holiday? Need a break from festivities? Don’t want to watch football? Come join us any time for a little “R & R”, work on minis, and chat with fellow miniaturists.
More info

December 25, 2023; 1pm Pacific
MCC Christmas Day
Online via Zoom
MCC is hosting their Home Alone Open House on Christmas Day.
More info

December 31, 2023; 3pm Pacific
MCC New Year’s Eve Open House
Online via Zoom
Celebrate the New Year with the UK and watch the ball drop from NL to the West Coast.
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for October 2023

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

October 8, 2023
13th Annual NAME Day with Mini Cyber Club (MCC)
Online via Zoom
The project is a 3-sided vignette available in 3 scales.
More info

October 14th and 15th, 2023
The Good Sam Showcase of Miniatures
Doubletree Hotel, San Jose, California
The event will feature over 100 sales tables, one-day workshops, youth workshops, NAME Night activities (open to everyone), children’s roundtables, a sidewalk sale, a free tools and techniques seminar, and white elephant sales.
More info

October 16-22, 2023
NAME Online Auction
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October 21, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create Shares: NAME Day Cleanup
Online via Zoom
Create is inviting you to our Name Day Clean up zoom. Bring your NAME Day projects and keep or finishing working on them with other like minded miniaturists. We look forward to seeing you there.
More info

October 21-22, 2023; 10am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: The Burrow on Bunny Lane with Shaun Crawford
Online via Zoom
This one room underground bungalow is perfect for your favorite bunny or critter. Students will learn basic landscaping techniques, painting techniques like dry brushing and wet washing, and how to make cobblestones and faux stone floors with foam core and drywall patch.
More info

October 28, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Nevermore Shadowbox with Alician Pearce
Online via Zoom
Assemble a laser cut shadowbox. Receive a variety of other Halloween type items in various scales, like flasks, “bones”, cauldron, skulls, snakes, Thing, sitting Reaper, but there will be plenty of room to add your own details. Learn how to play and experiment with Unicorn Spit and other not-so-well known products.
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass invite you to NAME Day 2023

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Let Your Creativity Soar! Please join MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass for a NAME Day event. The project is a 3-sided vignette available in 3 scales.

Along with your kit, some furniture pieces will be provided and small surprises. Samples of the project will be on exhibit. If you would like to share a treasure, please do! Breakfast snacks and lunch will be provided. There will be a silent auction, shoebox sales, door prizes, and fun with great friends!

Saturday, September 30; 10am
M & L Precision Machining, 18665 Madrone Pkwy, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Cost $40

Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and to register.

Miniature Events for May 2023

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

May 5, 2023; 4pm Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Shares with Preston Poling
Create invites you to join us on Friday evening, May 5th at 7PM Eastern for a Create Shares, with Preston Poling, also known as the Bearded Miniaturist, as he discusses his appearance on the CBC show Best in Miniature. 
More info

May 6, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org workshop Making Peonies with Terry Unnold
Terry will share how she makes one inch scale peonies with tissue paper, printer paper and these easy to find punches — 5/8th inch cherry blossom and maple leaf.
More info

May 13, 2023; 10am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Shares with Cynthia Treen
Join miniature designer, teacher, and author Cynthia Treen for a Zoom talk about her new book Wind in the Willows Felt Friends where she shares sewing pint-sized felt animals and teaching the joyful craft of hand-stitching.
More info

May 13, 2032; 10am
MiniCals workshop: Jelly Cupboard and Vegetable Bin
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Two items for your country kitchen will be made of alderwood. A vegetable bin will have a wire screen front, and the jelly cupboard will have shelving. Bring a basic toolbox, jig, and a lunch.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

May 14, 2023; 9am – 5pm
11th Annual Miniatures on the Waterfront Show & Sale
2 locations: Eagles Hall, 217 E Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240; 1024 Industrial Way, Suite A, Lodi, CA 95240
$5 admission gets you into both shows. Free raffles for door prizes and gift baskets. Real Estate Row – find a new mini home! If you want to sell a home on Real Estate Row and are not a contracted vendor, the fee is $20.00. Contact Debbie for more info or visit the show website. Dealers and individuals who would like to sell their merchandise, please contact Debbie.

May 15 – 20, 2023
NAME Online Auction
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May 19 – 20, 2023
Southern Oregon State Day
West Main Church of Christ, 1701 W Main St., Medford, OR 97504
Create a 1:48 treehouse getaway. Make a wire armature tree and a lighted room treehouse. Abundant kits, door prizes, TV tray sale, and more. Contact Kim or Bonnie for more info and registration.

May 20, 2023; 10am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Fountain Grass with Pamela Ridgley
Online via Zoom
More info

May 21, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Shares to make Hydrangeas and Ferns with Wanda Waterfield
Join Wanda to learn how to make ferns and hydrangeas.
More info

May 27, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org workshop: Patio/Porch/Garden Flower Cart with Barbara Thornton-Hill
Join Barbara to make a cute little cart to display your Spring plants and flowers in.
More info

May 28, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org workshop Bromeliads with Charrita Teague
Make two varieties of Bromelaids and get ideas on how to use this process for other tropical plants.
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

MiniCals Workshop – Steamer Trunk

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Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023
Time: 10 am
Location: M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California

Create a Steamer Trunk. The doll is not included. Paper and paint will be available. You are welcome to bring your own. Cost $28.

Contact Ruth for more info and to register.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

MiniCals 2023 Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market

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Saturday, March 18, 2023; 10am
MiniCals Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
$6 admission. The fee also buys table space if you wish to sell.

Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and to reserve a table space.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster.

MiniCals are Offering a New Workshop

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The MiniCals miniature club will be hosting a 1:12 (1″ Scale) workshop called, “Music Appreciation.” All miniature enthusiasts are invited to participate. Attendees will be making a record player, guitar, a half dozen instrument shapes for wall art, and several accessories. Cost $30. Please bring a basic tool kit and your lunch. Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and to register.

Date: Saturday, January 21, 2023
Time: 10 am
Location: M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Miniature Events for June 2022

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
Debbie Young hosts a weekly online meeting on Wednesdays to work on Roundtables – not just hers, but any and all Roundtables you have acquired over the years. Share the Roundtables you have recently completed, pick up assembly tips and visit while you work.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

June 4, 2022; 9-5pm
MiniCals hosts a workshop given by Cynthia Howe
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
The project features a 1″ scale hutch filled with millinery supplies and items. Many feature vintage artwork from the Edwardian era. This is the perfect addition to the April 23 workshop, The Ladies Notions Table. Cost $125. Prepay and registration required. Space is limited.
Contact Ruth Heisch to sign up.

June 4, 2022; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org Lunch & Learn with Terry Unnold – Making Centerpieces for NAME Functions
Online via Zoom
More info

June 5, 2022; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org Lunch & Learn with Tina MacDonald – “Best in Miniature”
Online via Zoom
More info

June 6-11, 2022
N.A.M.E. Online Auction
More info

June 11, 2022
Miniatures in the Wine Country 10th Annual Show and Sale
Eagles Hall, Lodi, CA
More info

June 11, 2022; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop – Come Fly with Me to Japan, by Sally Manwell
Online via Zoom
More info

June 18, 2022; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop – Come Fly with Me-Dream, by Abby Carlson
Online via Zoom
More info

June 26, 2022; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org Workshop – “Your Name” Handbag Set , Alice Zinn
Online via Zoom
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Register Now for the Mini Hat Workshop

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A MiniCals Class with Cynthia Howe

The project features a 1″ scale hutch filled with millinery supplies and items. The hutch and its contents are original designs by Cynthia Howe. Many of the items feature vintage artwork from the Edwardian era.
Students will assemble and finish the hutch, create and decorate the silk hat; while learning both furniture construction and finishing, and basic mini millinery techniques. Participants will learn to create ribbon roses, work with feathers, etc. Choice of hat colors: dusty purple or rose-colored silk.
The hutch is filled with ribbon spools and reels, hatpin holder and hatpins, antique shoe pincushion, a fan shaped vase filled with feathers, hatpin tablets, and more. An Edwardian era hatbox will also be constructed.

Saturday, June 4, 2022; 9am – 5pm
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California
Cost $175. Prepay and registration required. Space is limited.
For registration or further Information, please contact Ruth Heisch.

Upcoming MiniCals Workshops

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MiniCals will be offering 2 new workshops this spring. Workshops will take place at M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Pkwy, Morgan Hill, California. Please bring a lunch. A beverage will be provided. To attend, please contact Ruth Heisch as soon as possible.

Ladies Notions Table; April 23, 2022

Join Patricia Perlhefter of Patricia’s Miniature Mania in making a beautiful ladies notions table with old lace. Patricia will be giving lots of extras to clear her inventory for retirement. Plenty to make extras!!  Cost: $68

A perfect addition to the Ladies Notions Table is a workshop given by Cynthia Howe on June 4, 2022. More details to come.

Western Shabby Chic; May 21, 2022

Build a barn door with bench, milk can, wagon wheel and making sunflowers and smaller flowers.  A lovely completed vignette. Cost:$25

Miniature Events for April 2022

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
Debbie Young hosts a weekly online meeting on Wednesdays to work on Roundtables – not just hers, but any and all Roundtables you have acquired over the years. Share the Roundtables you have recently completed, pick up assembly tips and visit while you work.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

April 16, 2022; 11 am Pacific
Create.com: Lunch & Learn with Mini Cousins—Working with Cricut, Silhouette, etc.
Online via Zoom
Kim and Ann of Mini Cousins will discuss tips and tricks for use of Cricut, Silhouette and Glowforge. They will demonstrate how they created a framed roombox.
More info

April 23, 2022
MiniCals Workshop: Patricia Perlhefter’s Ladies Notion Display with Hat and Jewelry
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
A beautiful ladies notion table with old lace. Patricia will be giving lots of extras to clear her inventory for retirement. Plenty to make extras! Cost: $68. All miniature enthusiasts are invited to participate. Please bring a basic tool kit, a jig and your lunch. Beverages will be provided. Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and to register.

April 23, 2022; 11 am Pacific
Create.com Workshop: Mini Lighting Test Board with Luci Hanson
Online via Zoom
Techniques covered: testing LED and incandescent lights, find power sources, use of common connectors, soldering
More info

April 24, 2022; 11 am Pacific
Create.com Workshop: Philodendrons, 1″ or 1/4″ scales with Charrita Teague
Online via Zoom
Construct a monstera split leaf philodendron floor plant and a philodendron heartleaf plant. Students will be given resources and learn how to make and use alcohol inks.
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

This Weekend: MiniCals 2022 Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market

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Saturday, March 12, 2022; 10am – 2pm
MiniCals Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
$6 admission. Your admission buys table space if you wish to sell. Beverages and munchies will be available. Please bring a lunch or patronize the eateries nearby.

Email Lynn Elliott if you wish to have a table for selling.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster.

Miniature Events for March 2022

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
Debbie Young hosts a weekly online meeting on Wednesdays to work on Roundtables – not just hers, but any and all Roundtables you have acquired over the years. Share the Roundtables you have recently completed, pick up assembly tips and visit while you work.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
N.A.M.E. UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

Feb. 28 – March 5, 2022
N.A.M.E. Online Auction
More info

March 12, 2022; 10am – 2pm Pacific
MiniCals Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
$6 admission. Your admission buys a 6′ table space if you wish to sell. Additional tables are available for $6 each. Beverages and munchies will be available. Please bring a lunch or patronize the nearby eateries. Email Lynn Elliott if you wish to have a table for selling. Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

March 12, 2022; 11 am Pacific
Create.com: Lunch & Learn with Preble McDaniel
Online via Zoom
Join Create’s Preble McDaniel as she talks about displaying miniatures. Miniatures can be combined with other items based on color or theme. We can use anything to display miniatures. She will also discuss protecting our treasures by dusting and covering. This session will include a tour of many of her miniatures on display in her home.
More info

March 26, 2022; 11 am Pacific
Create.com Workshop: Delicious Chocolate Cake with Betinha Murta
Online via Zoom
Learn to work with cold porcelain. You will make a beautiful 1″ scale chocolate cake and Betinha will teach you how to make strawberries and raspberries.
More info

March 27, 2022; 11 am Pacific
Create.com: Lunch & Learn with Debbie Young
Online via Zoom
Celebrate 50 years of NAME by building your very own NAME office like the one in Carmel, IN. The kit contains all the detailed parts for the exterior including windows, porch posts and tiny strips of shingles needed to complete the project.
More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Announcing the MiniCals 2022 Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market

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Saturday, March 12, 2022; 10am – 2pm
MiniCals Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
$6 admission. Your admission buys a 6′ table space if you wish to sell. Additional tables are available for $6 each.

Beverages and munchies will be available. Please bring a lunch or patronize the eateries nearby.

Email Lynn Elliott if you wish to have a table for selling.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster.

Miniature Events for January 2022

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Check out the mini events happening this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
Debbie Young hosts a weekly online meeting on Wednesdays to work on Roundtables – not just hers, but any and all Roundtables you have acquired over the years. Share the Roundtables you have recently completed, pick up assembly tips and visit while you work.
More info

Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
NAME UFOers Meeting (Zoom)
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
More info

Dec. 31, 2021; 7pm(EST) – midnight
New Year’s Eve Bash Hosted by MCC (Zoom)
NAME’s New Year’s Eve Bash will kick off our year long celebration of NAME’s 50th anniversary! There will be a special tutorial and door prizes for attendees.
More info

January 7-9, 2022
Winter Miniature Show and Sale
1024 Industrial Way, Suite A, Lodi, CA
Free admission. You must pre-register. To sign up, email Debbie. Include the day you would like to come and the number of people in your party. Due to the size of the venue, admission is limited to 50 a day.

January 15, 2022; 10 am
MiniCals Workshop “Western Chic”
M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
All miniature enthusiasts are invited to participate. Please bring a basic tool kit, a jig and your lunch. Cost $25. Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and to register.

January 29, 2022
Annual Miniature Fantasy Show and Sale
Courtyard by Marriott Hotel, 6333 Bristol Pkwy, Culver City, CA
The show has an exhibit room for viewing and a sale room for purchasing. Artists working in miniature come from around the country to display and sell their work. Classes on Sunday, Jan. 30. Organized by the Miniatures West Club. More info

Find upcoming events on the calendar page of the NAME N2 website and at create.miniatures.org.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

MiniCals Have Announced a New Workshop

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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CONCERNS.

The MiniCals miniature club are hosting a 1:12 (1″ Scale) workshop called, “Western Chic.” All miniature enthusiasts are invited to participate. Please bring a basic tool kit, a jig and your lunch. Contact Ruth Heisch for more info and to register.

Date: Saturday, January 15, 2022
Time: 10 am
Cost: $25
Location: M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, California

Join the MiniCals for the “Western Chic” workshop.

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Join the MiniCals Club for NAME Day 2021

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Saturday, September 25, 2021, 10 am
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Pkwy., Morgan Hill, CA

MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass are inviting area NAME members to take part in the 2021 NAME Day project, “Tiki Time.” There will be door prizes, a silent auction, shoebox sales, exhibits, gifts, breakfast and lunch.

Cost $45

For more info, contact Ruth Heisch.

The 2021 NAME Day project is a tiki bar.

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Openings for the MiniCals Attic Workshop

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MiniCals is going ahead with the attic workshop on Saturday, May 22, 2021 in Morgan Hill, CA. There are a couple of spaces still available. Safety precautions will be in place and social distancing for work and lunch (bring your own lunch). Masks required. Cost $75. For more information contact Ruth.

MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass will host NAME Day’s “Tiki Time“ on Saturday, September 25, 2021 in Morgan Hill. Cost TBD.

Inspiration for the attic room workshop.

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MiniCals Workshops Postponed

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The MiniCals have postponed their workshops until further notice. For more information, please contact Ruth Heisch.

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February Miniature Events

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Check out these events happening in the NAME N2 Region and online this month:

Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
More info

Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
Debbie Young hosts a weekly online meeting on Wednesdays to work on Roundtables – not just hers, but any and all Roundtables you have acquired over the years. Share the Roundtables you have recently completed, pick up assembly tips and visit while you work.
More info

February 6-13, 2021
Peg’s Dollhouse Shop Downsizing Sale
2271 Melbrook Way, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Good prices and hard to find items. Call Peg to make an appointment 707-823-3478. Please wear a mask.

February 14, 2021; 11 am Pacific
NAME Lunch and Learn: “I Love My Table Saw” with Pete Boorum
Online via Zoom
Make yourself some lunch or a snack and find a comfortable chair to join Pete Boorum ‘Smaller than Life’ as he describes the features and operation of the Proxxon FET table saw. Topics covered include set up, operation, blade changes, trouble shooting, use of accessories and what different blades are available and where they are used. There will be a question and answer session at the end. More info

February 14, 2021 POSTPONED UNTIL FEB. 12, 2022
35th Annual Miniature Fantasy Show and Sale
Courtyard by Marriot Hotel, 6333 Bristol Pkwy, Culver City, CA
The show has an exhibit room for viewing and a sale room for purchasing. Artists working in miniature come from around the country to display and sell their work. More info

February 20, 2021
MiniCals – Shabby Chic Garden Workshop POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Contact Ruth Heisch, grouchybeartoo@aol.com for more info.

February 20, 2021; 10am Pacific
NAME Workshop: Happy Easter Time with Betinha Murta
Online via Zoom
Sign up deadline for this class is January 5.
More info

February 27, 2021; 10am Pacific
NAME Workshop: Oxalis & Spanish Eyes Vine in 1/4 Scale or 1″ Scale with Charrita Teague
Online via Zoom
Your choice of scales. Sign up deadline is February 11.
More info

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster. Did you know that you can promote our N2 region when you post photos to social media? Just use the hashtag #namen2 when adding a new photo to your social media account.

Create an Attic Room with the MiniCals

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January 16-17, 2021
MiniCals – Attic Room Workshop
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA

The MiniCals will be hosting a workshop to create a 1″ scale attic room with a Tudor style exterior. Contact Ruth Heisch, grouchybeartoo@aol.com for more info and to reserve a space.

Thank you to Rhona Lee for the photos.

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Announcing the MiniCals 2021 Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market

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MiniCals Flea Market

Saturday, March 21, 2021
MiniCals Spring Fling Potluck and Flea Market
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Bring a dish to share and treasures to sell. Pre-Registered $6. Pay at the door $8. One entry fee provides one table space to sell your items. For more info, contact Ruth Heisch.

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Cancelled: MiniCals Spring Fling 2020

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MiniCals is regretfully canceling the Spring Fling on March 21, 2020. With new cases of Coronavirus popping up in the valley, MiniCals is taking precautions to protect the mini community.

Participants who paid ahead will be refunded, or the amount may be applied to future classes. Please contact Ruth Heisch.

The attic workshop is still scheduled for April 25, 2020. The class is sold out.

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Photos from the MiniCals Wire Mesh Workshop

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On Saturday, February 22nd, 2020, Karen Laisure led a workshop in Morgan Hill, California. Over twenty miniaturists participated, using wire mesh to create garden baskets and props. After carefully stretching, bending, folding and gluing the props to jewelry findings and wood, the pieces were simply painted and aged with acrylic paints. It was an easy, laid-back day.

Thank you to Rhona Lee for the photos. Some of the pieces in the photos were created by artisans, and were used as inspiration for the class.

The MiniCals will be hosting a workshop to create a 1″ scale attic room with a Tudor style exterior on April 25, 2020, in Morgan Hill, California. Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

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Karen Laisure shows participants techniques using wire mesh.

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Join MiniCals for an Attic Room Workshop

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April 25, 2020
MiniCals – Attic Room Workshop
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA

The MiniCals will be hosting a workshop to create a 1″ scale attic room with a Tudor style exterior. Contact Ruth Heisch, grouchybeartoo@aol.com for more info and to reserve a space.

Thank you to Rhona Lee for the photos.

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Workshop Reminder: Fun with Wire Mesh

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The MiniCals club will be hosting “Fun with Wire Mesh” workshop this Saturday, March 22, 2020, at 10am, in Morgan Hill.

Bring a lunch, wire cutters or wire cutting scissors, and the heavy metal mannequin, if you have one. Spare mannequins will be available.
This is a fun and easy workshop. Cost $15.
For more info, contact Ruth Heisch.

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MiniCals Workshop: Elegant Birdcage

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The MiniCals will be offering this birdcage workshop in January 2020.


January 18, 2020 – Elegant Birdcage and Table
The MiniCals will be hosting a workshop to create a 1″ scale birdcage and table. A second smaller cage will be available for purchase.

Please bring a tool kit, jig, and a sack lunch. Beverages will be provided. You will receive an email if extra supplies are needed. Cost $20.

Contact Ruth to register, grouchybeartoo@aol.com

The workshop will be held at M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA

For more events, visit the N2 calendar on the website.

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2019 N2 Region NAME Day Events

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This year’s NAME Day event is ”The Dream Craft Room”, starting with the crafting table. Plans for the craft table have been provided in 1”, ½” and ¼” in the NAME Gazette.  Some cutters will produce kits for 1/144” scale. Cutters have been encouraged to develop accessories to go on or in the storage areas of the crafting table. This will be a two year project, with a storage unit (including a sink) to be the second part of the series in 2020.

Please see below for various event dates.

To participate in NAME Day, you must be a NAME member, or become a member. Please contact one of the N2 region members who are hosting an event (below). If you are unable to attend a local event, you may purchase a kit from Barbara Thornton-Hill or other cutters.

Online events are also happening (see below).

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The 2019 NAME Day project is the crafting table.

Events in the N2 Region

 

Morgan Hill, CA
Saturday, September 28, 2018, 10 am – 4 pm
MiniCals & Through the Looking Glass invite you to a NAME Day “Mini Towne Faire.” The project will include a choice of one of the fair booths shown in the photos; or participants may use the day to catch-up on projects; or bring their own NAME Day kit. Proceeds benefit NAME. Participants will be provided with their choice of a quick and easy fair booth to assemble. Make n’ takes, create it and rate it (a contest to make something from nothing), shoe box sales, door prizes, exhibits, silent auction, lunch. Participants are encouraged to bring past NAME Day projects to share and a tool kit and jig. Cost $30. Location: M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill. Contact Ruth Heisch

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MiniCals will be hosting a workshop for NAME Day that will incorporate a fair booth project.

Fresno, CA
Thursday, October 3, 2019, 9 am
Participants may choose from 1″, 1/2″, or 1/4″ scales. Kits will be ordered ahead of time so anyone can contact Barbara about the scale they desire. Meeting at HobbyTown (Blackstone and Barstow). Lunch will be at a nearby restaurant. Then back to work until a dessert break in the middle of the afternoon. Contact Barbara Fairbanks

Sacramento, CA
Saturday, October 5, 2019, 10 am – 3 pm
By Small Design will host an all scales event. Potluck, gifts and raffle. Bring a dish to serve 5 people. Meeting at Sierra Arden Church of Christ, 890 Morse Ave., Sacramento (2 min. from the Elegant Dollhouse Store). Registration for this event is closed.

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A finished sample of the crafting table project.

Online Events

MiniCyberClub.com
October 5, 2018
Live workshop instructions for NAME Members Only. Register online.

Quarter Connection
October 12-13, 2018. Registration has closed. Wait list. 
Quarter inch scale. Auctions, swaps, and more. All proceeds from the NAME Day weekend will go to NAME. More info

More information about the NAME Day project is available on the NAME website.

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Pictures from the MiniCals Potting Bench Workshop

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On Saturday, April 13th, 2019, MiniCals club hosted an adorable potting bench vignette with everything needed to complete the project. Participants learned to macrame a hanging basket and fern, created a flat of seedlings, and decorated a gardening hat. The potting table included lots of accessories.

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MiniCals will be hosting a workshop to make lemon treats from polymer clay with Jasmin Schwarz, on May 18, 2019. The workshop is sold out.

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Reminder: MiniCals 2019 Spring Fling and Flea Market

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MiniCals Flea Market

March 16, 2019
MiniCals Spring Fling and Flea Market
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Bring a dish to share and treasures to sell. Pre-Registered $6. Pay at the door $8. Admission gets you table space to sell your items. For more info, contact Ruth Heisch.

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Photos from the MiniCals Sideboard Workshop

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The MiniCals miniature club hosted a workshop taught by Carlene Brown on February 16, 2018. The workshop participants created seasonal sideboards with their choice of graphics.

Carlene has been a dealer at the Good Sam Showcase of Miniatures and
offers both completed staged and unfinished sideboards and market stalls, along with accessories.

Thank you to Rhona Lee for the photos of the participants and completed prototypes.

The MiniCals will be offering more workshops and a flea market this Spring. See the N2 Region calendar for more info.

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Carlene Brown taught the seasonal sideboards workshop.

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Sharon Mossman and Karen Tomajan

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MiniCals Workshop: Lemon Treats with Jasmin Schwarz

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May 18, 2019 – Lemon Treats from Polymer Clay
Jasmin Schwarz (Bitty Bits and Bobs) will be demonstrating a variety of techniques for polymer clay with a lemon flavor, including the method for building a lemon cane. For us novices, that is the long tube of lemon that looks like lemon slices when thinly sliced.  Students may choose a variety of lemon treats to make for their own Summertime vignette. $35

Please bring a tool kit and a sack lunch. Beverages will be provided. You will receive an email if extra supplies are needed.

Register early by contacting Ruth.

Workshops will be held at M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA

For more events, visit the N2 calendar on the website.

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Last Chance to Sign Up for MiniCals Workshop

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February 16, 2019 –Seasonal Sideboard

Last chance to sign up for the MiniCals workshop with Carlene Brown.

Carlene will give you a choice from 8 “Seasonal Sideboards” (7″x4 1/2″x2 1/2″). The sideboard has an upper shelf with fancy corbels, a lower shelf and 2 decorative drawers. Add some wallpaper, paint, antique wash and inked edges for that shabby chic look! $55.

Please bring a tool kit and a sack lunch. Beverages will be provided. You will receive an email if extra supplies are needed.

Register by contacting Ruth with your paper choice.

The workshop will be held at M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA

For more events, visit the N2 calendar on the website.

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Workshop attendees will have their choice of eight different papers for their hutches.

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MiniCals Workshop: Potting Bench Vignette

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april 2019 workshopApril 13, 2019 – Potting Bench Vignette
Includes everything needed to complete it. Macramé a hanging basket and fern, create a flat of seedlings and decorate a gardening hat. Lots of accessories! Cost TBD.

Please bring a tool kit and a sack lunch. Beverages will be provided. You will receive an email if extra supplies are needed.

Register early by contacting Ruth.

Workshops will be held at M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA

For more events, visit the N2 calendar on the website.

This information is offered as a service to the community of miniature enthusiasts. If you know of a miniature related event or have information/photos to share, please contact the N.A.M.E. N2 Region Webmaster.