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Upcoming Sacramento Area Miniature Events

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Miniaturists in the Sacramento area are hosting a series of hands-on workshops. Class sizes are limited, so be sure to reserve your seat early. Raffle donations are also welcome to support the expenses for the upcoming NAME Convention in California. Join us for creativity, learning, and plenty of miniature fun!

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WORKSHOP 1: “The Cabinet of Lost & Found” First Annual Tiny Talk at Red Hawk Event

Saturday, March 28th , 2026; 10am-4pm
Red Hawk Hotel and Casino, 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville, CA 95667
Cost: $60 includes 1:12 scale cabinet kit and buffet style lunch
Download the reservation form

Join the Sacramento area miniaturists for their first annual Miniature Play Day — a fun-filled day of mini making, networking and merriment. The day will begin with putting together the 1:12 scale cabinets and decorating them after lunch. Attendees will receive a laser cut cabinet kit. Bring your own tools and glue (a list of recommended tools will be supplied after registration). Supplies will also be available for sharing. You will receive some adorable accessories for your cabinet. Ideas for your cabinet: sewing room cabinet, crafter’s cabinet, apothecary, witch’s hutch.

Create your own vision of a “Hope Chest” to share at the event.
We will vote on the winner during the day. The prize for the best hope chest will be free admission to next year’s Tiny Talk at Red Hawk event.

Download “The Cabinet of Lost & Found” reservation form. For more information, email Connie.

Red Hawk is a hotel and casino. Attendees must be aged 10 or older. Refunds for cancellations 10 days prior to event only.

WORKSHOP 2: Polymer Clay Techniques with Terezinha Justino (TZMinis)

Saturday, July 11, 2026; 10am-4pm.
Location: Roslyn Jacobs house in Rancho Cordova, CA
Skill Level: Beginner
Cost: $85.00
Download the reservation form

New to polymer clay? This beginner technique class is the perfect introduction. Designed for complete beginners, the class will cover the basics of conditioning clay, blending colors, and learning simple techniques that form the foundation for endless creative projects. Participants will receive hands-on guidance exploring texture, shaping, and finishing tips. Everyone will leave with finished pieces and the confidence to keep creating at home. Tools to bring to class: tweezers, small scissors, X-Acto knife, size small tip 00 or 0 paintbrush, and personal tools. The instructor will bring other tools and materials needed for students to use in class. No prior experience is needed.

Download the polymer clay class registration form. For more information, email Connie.

WORKSHOP 3: “Sip & Paint” with Roslyn Jacobs at the Miniatures in the Wine Country Show and Sale

Saturday, May 2, 2026; 3:30pm-5:30pm
Miniatures in the Wine Country Show and Sale, Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240
Cost:  $50
Skill Level:  All
The instructor will take participants step-by-step from blank canvas to their very own masterpiece, all while enjoying some drinks, snacks, and laughs with favorite miniaturists. No experience necessary. Materials, beverages and snacks are included. Please advise of any allergies prior to the class. Two beverages are included in the cost of the ticket. The workshop will take place in the vendor hall after the showroom closes. Registration deadline: April 10, 2026.
Download a registration form

Request for Raffle Donations

Sacramento area miniaturists are sponsoring the Saturday raffle at Miniatures in the Wine Country, which is scheduled for May 2&3, 2026 in Lodi, California. We are looking for raffle donations to benefit expenses associated with the NAME convention scheduled in California this year in July. If you have an item you are able to donate to help support NAME, please email Connie

To stay up to date with the Sacramento area miniature events please join the Sacramento Area Miniaturists Facebook Page.

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 Catch-up Day: Projects, Lunch, and Fun!

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February 21, 2026; 10am – 4pm
MiniCals Catch-up Day
M&L Precision Machining, 18665 Madrone Pkwy, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Bring a project or build an aquarium with Ruth. Cost of attending $7, taco lunch $4, aquarium $5. Please reserve space/lunch. Contact Ruth to reserve: Grouchybeartoo@aol.com

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 Miniatures in the Wine Country Workshops

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Don’t miss these workshops and the youth workshop being offered at the Miniatures in the Wine Country Show. All workshops are pre-registered. More info and a registration form is available on the show website.

Cornwall Cottage by Sherry Taylor

  • Scale: 1:12th scale
  • Instructor Sherry Taylor
  • Skill Level: All skill levels.
  • Cost: $215
  • Class Date:  Friday, May 1, 2026
  • Class Duration: 10:00am to 5:00pm
  • Registration Deadline: April 10, 2026

1″ Scale Kitchen Roombox with Kelly Trichter

  • 1″ Scale Kitchen Roombox
  • Instructor Kelly Trichter of Melvin’s Miniatures
  • Skill Level: All skill levels
  • Cost:  $235
  • Class Date:  Friday, May 1, 2026
  • Class Duration: 9:00am to 5:00pm
  • Registration Deadline: April 10, 2026

Sip & Paint with Roslyn Jacobs

  • 1″ Scale Painting for your Dollhouse, Room Box or Project
  • Instructor Rosalyn Jacobs
  • Skill Level:  All skill levels
  • Cost:  $50
  • Class Date:  Saturday, May 2, 2026
  • Class Duration: 3:30pm to 6:30pm
  • Registration Deadline: April 10, 2026

Youth Class:  Lemonade Stand or Girl Scout
Cookie Booth

  • 1″ Scale Lemonade Stand or Girl Scout Cookie Booth
  • Instructor Connie Ribble
  • Skill Level: For youths ages 7 and older; all skill levels
  • Cost:  $10
  • Class Date:  Sunday, May 3, 2026
  • Class Duration: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
  • Registration Deadline: April 10, 2026
Workshop info and registration

14th Annual Miniatures in the Wine Country Show
May 2-3, 2026
Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 Lockeford St, Lodi, CA
One location, 2 shows. Over 70 tables of miniatures, dollhouse, and room boxes. $7 admission.
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 September 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
Online via 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
Online via 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.miniatures.org UFO Sightings
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

September 1-6, 2025
NAME Online Auction
More info

September 6, 2025; 11am Pacific
create.miniatures.org shares Flagstones from Egg Cartons with Barbara Thornton-Hill
Online via Zoom
More info

September 7, 2025; 10am Pacific
create.miniatures.org presents Fall is in the Air Cart workshop with Bonnie Helterhoff – SOLD OUT
Online via Zoom
More info

September 20 & 27, 2025; 11am Pacific
create.miniatures.org presents 1:12 or 1:24 Ode to Poe workshop with Teri Hanson – SOLD OUT
Online via Zoom
More info

September 21, 2025; 10am Pacific
create.miniatures.org presents 1:148, 1:24, 1:12 Blossoms in a Box workshop with Pamela Ridgley
Online via Zoom
More info

September 27, 2025
NAME Day in Morgan Hill
M & L Precision Machining, 18665 Madrone Pkwy, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
More information.
Email Ruth for more info and to register.

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 August 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
Online via 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
Online via 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.miniatures.org UFO Sightings
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

August 2, 2025; 10am Pacific
create.miniatures.org presents Adventures in Wonderland Cart workshop with Sun Lemmens
Online via Zoom
More info

August 3 – September 14, 2025
Online auction of Sharon Zanassi’s miniature collection
More info

August 9, 2025; 9am-3pm Pacific
Summer at Tahoe Miniature Workshop
Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church, 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Create a quaint grandpa’s workshop, complete with all the trimmings: rustic tools, nostalgic toys, and even the old man himself, ready to regale us with tales of the good old days. You’ll receive the project kit, breakfast, lunch, gifts, door prizes, raffle prizes, and more! Cost: $85.00. Sign up deadline: July 1, 2025.
Contact Diane Baumfleck for more info and to sign up.

August 14-17, 2025
NAME National Convention in Cincinnati, OH
The theme is “It’s a Small World”
More info



August 24, 2025 & Aug. 31; 9am Pacific (SOLD OUT)
create.miniatures.org presents Wild Strawberry 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.

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.

Camp Make-A-Mini project

Miniature Events for July 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
Online via 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
Online via 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.miniatures.org UFO Sightings
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

July 12-19, 2025
NAME and Create.miniatures.org present Camp Make-A-Mini 2025
This July, Create is heading for an Alpine Adventure!

Camp Make-A-Mini project

Camp Make-A-Mini kicks off on Saturday, July 12, and runs through Saturday, July 19, wrapping up with a cozy closing campfire. Throughout the week, we’ll have puzzles, games, tutorials, and chances to win some amazing prizes!
Activities take place online via Zoom.
More info

July 12, 2025; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org presents Camp Make-A-Mini A-Frame Cabin, 1/4″ Workshop with Preble McDaniel
Online via Zoom
More info

July 13, 2025; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org presents Camp Make-A-Mini A FRAME House with Deck 1/4″ Workshop with Alician Pearce
Online via Zoom
More info

July 14-20, 2025
Create.miniatures.org presents Quick Minis
Quick Minis are small kits that cost up to $15. They usually take up to a couple hours to complete and may be purchased online through NAME approved vendors.
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 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.

Miniature Events for March 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

March 9, 2025; 11am- 3pm Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: 1:48 Farmhouse Laundry Room with Alician Pearce
Online via Zoom
More info

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 from a previous workshop 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 15, 2025; 11am – 3pm Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Spring Has Sprung – Filled Cart with Bonnie Helterhoff
Online via Zoom
More info

March 16, 2025; 9am – 12 pm Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Laundry Collection with Belinda McWilliams
Online via Zoom
More info

March 22, 2025; 11am – 2pm Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Crafting a Red String “Conspiracy” Board with Andi Vinciquerra
Online via Zoom
More info

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

March 30, 2025; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org presents Let’s Chat with Andi Vinciquerra
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 November 2024

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Join miniature enthusiasts in these workshops and conversations 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

November 11-16, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

November 15 & 16, 2024; 4pm Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: 1/4 Scale Santa’s Christmas Kitchen with Cat Wingler (SOLD OUT)
Online via Zoom
More info

November 24, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: 1:48 Christmas Tree Pop-Up Shop with Mini Cousins Miniatures, Kim & Ann
Online via Zoom
More info

November 30, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Here Comes Santa with Bonnie Helterhoff (SOLD OUT)
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 October 2024

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Join miniature enthusiasts in these workshops and conversations 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

October 5, 2024
NAME Day
The 2024 NAME Day Project is “14 Years of NAME Day, Did You Miss Out?”
More info and local events listing

October 5, 2024; 10am-3pm
NAME Day in Sacramento
Governors Inn Hotel, 210 Richards Blvd., Sacramento, CA
Bring a previous NAME Day Kit you haven’t finished and join By Small Design miniature club for a fun day. Registration fee $35. Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.
Contact Barbara Thornton-Hill to register.

October 5, 2024; 12pm Pacific
Create.miniatures.org shares: Using Paper and Paperclay in Miniature with Tori West
Online via Zoom
More info

October 12-13, 2024
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 14-19, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

October 19, 2024; 9am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Artist Collection with Belinda McWilliams
Online via Zoom
More info

October 20, 2024; 1pm Pacific
Create.miniatures.org gift and gab: The Mystique of Dimensional (Paper) Miniatures 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.

Miniature Events for September 2024

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Join miniature enthusiasts in these workshops and conversations 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

August 3-September 7, 2024
Gallery Route One’s Annual BOX SHOW
1101 CA-1, Point Reyes Station, CA

A San Francisco Bay Area tradition, THE BOX SHOW is an annual showcase of the inventive and ingenious ways works of art can emerge from the starting point of a simple wooden box. This exhibition is not only a remarkable opportunity for artists to flex their creativity in their chosen medium and beyond, but it is also Gallery Route One’s biggest fundraiser of the year.
More info

September 2-7, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

September 14, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org gift and gab: Wrought Iron Styles with Sherry Taylor
Online via Zoom
More info

September 21, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Witch Hats for Fancy Witches with Cat Wingler (sold out)
Online via Zoom
More info

September 22, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Halloween Cart with Bonnie Helterhoff (sold out)
Online via Zoom
More info

September 28, 9am-4pm
NAME Day in Morgan Hill — a Halloween Event
M&L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Join MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass for a Halloween themed event. Lots of fun, food, gifts, auction and exhibits. Also shoebox sales open to attendees. Participants will be doing the hutch from 2010. If you‘d like a different kit, you may order it yourself or bring an unfinished kit from another year. Cost $45; adjusted if you bring your own kit.
Contact Ruth Heisch to register.

September 28 & 29, 2024; 10am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: IRIS, Fairy and Friend with Pat Jackson
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.

Sign up for these Good Sam 2024 Workshops

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Friday, October 11, 2024; Doubletree Hotel, San Jose, CA

More information about these pre-registered workshops and registration is available on the Good Sam Show website. Also, don’t miss the pre-registered youth workshops happening on Saturday and Sunday.

Class #1 – Art Nouveau Secretaire by Arjen Spinhoven, Netherlands
Class #2 – Retro TV Roombox by Angela Kinnunen, Finland
Class #3 – Sold Out – Magical Halloween Sideboard by Michael Robbins, UK
Class #4 – The Solarium Abeille House by Sherry Taylor
Class #5 – Empire Pampered Pet Bed by June Clinkscales
Class #6 – Kneeling Geisha by Tish Tierney
Class #7 – “China” Filled Tea Shelf by Ginger Landon-Siegel
Class #8 – Bowls, Shades, and Plates by Ginger Landon-Siegel
Class #9 – The Cuckoo House by Alison & Mike Thomas, UK
Class #10 – Victorian 2” Doll by Cathy Skeris
Class #11 – Wilhelmina Pop-Up Book by Tine Krijnen, Netherlands
Class #12 – UV Resin Ready Mold Class by Ruth Stewart

More information about the pre-registered workshops and registration is available on the Good Sam Show 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.

Miniature Events for August 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

August 1-4, 2024
NAME National Convention in Franklin, TN
The theme is “Old Southern Charm”
More info

August 3-September 7, 2024
Gallery Route One’s Annual BOX SHOW
1101 CA-1, Point Reyes Station, CA

A San Francisco Bay Area tradition, THE BOX SHOW is an annual showcase of the inventive and ingenious ways works of art can emerge from the starting point of a simple wooden box. This exhibition is not only a remarkable opportunity for artists to flex their creativity in their chosen medium and beyond, but it is also Gallery Route One’s biggest fundraiser of the year.
More info

August 10, 2024; 9am-3pm
Summer at Tahoe Workshop
Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church, 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA
The theme is “All About the Doors”. The structure will be a gazebo/patio made of doors. Fee $85.00 includes project kit, gifts, breakfast, lunch, door prizes, raffle, and more.
Email Diane Baumflek for more info and registration.

August 11, 2024; 9am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Wine Hutch with Belinda McWilliams (sold out)
Online via Zoom
More info

August 11-13, 2024; 10am-5pm
Debbie Heard’s Miniature Shop Closing Sale
1024 Industrial Way, Suite A, Lodi, CA
Email Debbie for more info

August 17, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org share: Dressing a Flower Fairy in 1/4″ with Terry Unnold
Online via Zoom
More info

August 19-24, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

August 24, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org share: Fairies’ “clothes” line with Preble McDaniel
Online via Zoom
More info

August 25, 2024: 12pm Pacific
Create.miniatures.org share: Show and Tell with Maureen Fukushima
Online via Zoom
More info

August 31, 2024; 11am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org share: Dressing a Flower Fairy in 1″ with Terry Unnold
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 July 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

July 1-6, 2024
NAME Online Auction
More info

July 6, 2025; 9am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Arts and Crafts Studio, 1/4″ Scale with Debbie Young
Online via Zoom
More info

July 7, 2025; 9am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: Arts and Crafts Studio, 1/2″ Scale with Debbie Young
Online via Zoom
More info

July 13, 2024; 4pm Pacific
Create.miniatures.org Camp Make-A-Mini Closing Campfire
More info

July 14, 2024; 9am Pacific
Create.miniatures.org workshop: All Things Lavender with Belinda McWilliams (sold out)
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 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.

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.

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
More info

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.

Miniature Events for September 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

September 24, 2023; 12pm Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org: Create Shares: Making Earrings with Tammy Witthaus
Online via Zoom
Tammy will share links to printables of houses in order to create your own earrings and/or necklace pendants.
More info

September 30, 2023
13th Annual NAME Day in Morgan Hill
M & L Precision Machining, 18665 Madrone Pkwy, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
The project is a 3-sided vignette available in 3 scales.
Email Ruth for more info

September 30, 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures org Workshop: Bubble, Bubble, Toil and Trouble with Cat Wingler
Online via Zoom
Cat will teach costuming techniques for 1/4 scale witches.
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 August 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

August 12, 2023
Summer at Tahoe State Day Workshop: La Petite Cafe
Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church, 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA
Join us as we travel the world. This year—Paris, France. You will receive a unique roombox complete with a sidewalk cafe. Breakfast, lunch, supplies, beverages and gifts are included. Sorry, the deadline for registration has passed.

August 17-20, 2023
NAME National Convention in Cape Cod, MA
The theme is “From Sea to Shining Sea”
Every Summer, NAME holds a national convention. The official start of the convention is on Thursday, and ends on Sunday, but other activities begin on Monday. More info

August 19, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org: Create Shares with Carolyn Eiche – Making Seafood Delicacies
Online via Zoom
Carolyn will demonstrate the use of resins and polymer clay.
More info

August 26 & 27, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: 1/4 Scale Dolls of Summer with Cheryl Polito
Online via Zoom
This is a class for anyone who wants to make their own pair of porcelain dolls.
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 July 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

July 15-22, 2023
Create.Miniatures.org hosts “Camp Make-A-Mini,” an online event
Classes, games, surprises, tutorials and tips, Quick Minis kits.
More info

July 15, 2023; 9am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Camp Make-A-Mini Shepherd’s Hut – Quarter Scale
Online via Zoom
Join Debbie Young in creating a shepherd’s hut. Lay a wood floor, do basic assembly, make the wheels roll, and gracefully age the hut.
More info

July 16, 2023; 9am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Camp Make-A-Mini Middling Shepherd’s Hut – Half Scale
Online via Zoom
Join Debbie Young in creating a half scale shepherd’s hut. Lay a wood floor, do basic assembly, make the wheels roll, and gracefully age the hut.
More info

July 17-22, 2023
NAME Online Auction
More info

July 22, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create Shares: Lighting your miniature campfire with Cat Wingler
Online via Zoom
Light your fire in a simple way to make your campfire look more realistic.
More info

July 22, 4pm Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org hosts Camp Make-A-Mini Closing Campfire
Online via Zoom
Join your Camp Counselors Tiny Hare and Poison Ivy for our closing campfire. We’ll have games, prizes and maybe a sing-a-long. Don’t forget to wear your t-shirt! 
More info

July 29, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Quilling Paper Hats with Dorothy (Dot) Roberts
Make a 1” scale hat for your dollhouse using quilling paper and techniques.
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 June 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

June 3, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Shares with the 2023 NAME Day Committee
Online via Zoom
Wondering what to do with the 2023 NAME Day project? Join the NAME Day committee to talk about ideas for what you can do with your NAME Day project this year.
More info

June 17, 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Shares with Keith Pearce – Dremels
Online via Zoom
Questions, answers and demos on how to use your Dremel tool and all the attachments that go with it.
More info

June 17, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: 1/4 Scale Christmas Cart with Accessories with Jean Gibson
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.

You’re invited to Make a Mini Treehouse Getaway at Oregon State Day, May 19-20

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All miniature enthusiasts are invited to attend Oregon State Day 2023. NAME membership is not required.

Have you ever dreamt of escaping to a deserted island and living in a treehouse? Well, now you can; with all the luxury of a private resort.

On Friday, participants will enjoy pizza and salad dinner while making a wire armature tree. Saturday begins with a continental breakfast, then on to the 3 lighted room treehouse. Abundant kits, door prizes and hostess gifts will keep everyone busy until the catered lunch. The afternoon will involve landscaping and learning a few new tricks. There will be a TV tray sale for anyone who wants to join in. Cost $100; includes tree, three room treehouse, lighting, base with landscaping, almost all seen furniture kits, door prizes, and table favors. Available in 1′ and 1/4″ scale.

Contact Kim or Bonnie for more info and to register.

May 19, 2023 2-8pm; May 20, 2023 9am-4pm
West Main Church of Christ
1701 W Main St, Medford, OR 97504

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 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
More info

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 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.

Check Out These Workshops at the 2022 Good Sam Show

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Pre-Registered Workshops
Friday, October 7, 2022; Doubletree Hotel, San Jose, CA

More information about the pre-registered workshops and registration is available on the Good Sam Show website. Also, don’t miss the pre-registered youth workshops happening on Saturday and Sunday.

Wisteria Arbor with Pat Brehm-Nash
Collectively Speaking by Kaye Browning, published in 2017, with Tine Krijnen, Netherlands
Wilhelmina, from Princess to Queen 1898 with Tine Krijnen, Netherlands
Vintage Rose Tea Set with Tray and Plate Shelf with Ginger Landon-Siegel
Winter Gingerbread Cottage OR Timbered Manor Pocket Watch Scene with Ginger Landon Siegel
Beautiful Strawberry Pot with Betinha Murta
Whimsical Wingback Chair with Carol Sherry
Vignette In Antique Singer Sewing Box with Cathy Skeris
French Pastries with Ruth Stewart
The Watermill with Alison & Mike Thomas, UK

More information about the pre-registered workshops and registration is available on the Good Sam Show 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.

NAME Day 2022

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The purpose of NAME Day is to unite and involve all NAME members by doing the same project on the same day at different locations throughout the US and internationally. Participation in an event may occur in clubs, locally, statewide, regionally, or online.

NAME Day will take place on Saturday, October 1, 2022. Expanded events (or areas with conflicting dates) should occur as close to this date as is reasonably possible.

Project: All events will center on the same project. The 2022 NAME Day project will be a memory box that is designed to show off past, present and future special items. NAME is also planning a series of reasonably priced kits (similar to Quick Minis) and/or finished pieces all year long!

This year’s NAME Day project will offer only one size. The project has 12 small compartments and one larger middle section. Kits will include an etched 50th Anniversary logo that may be placed anywhere.

Add your own favorite 8″ x 10″ picture frame to keep out the dust, optional lighting, a shelf, or a pedestal for small items. The options are yours.  

Attend a local event or participate online.

Events open to NAME Region N2 members:

Fresno Tinker Belles
Date: October 1, 2022   10:00 AM
Location: 4698 Zediker Ave., Sanger, CA 
Registrations accepted: April 1 – July 15, 2022
Cost: cost of kit
Details: dessert, muffins in morning
Contact Barbara Faribanks for more info.

By Small Design
Date: October 1, 2022   9:00 AM
Location: Elks Lodge, 3000 Brady Lane, Roseville, CA
Registrations accepted: June 1 – August 10, 2022
Cost: $25 (includes lunch, snacks, goody bag) plus cost of kit $25.00
Details: 3 scales available 1”, ½”. ¼”
Contact Pattie Hong for more info.

MiniCals and Through the Looking Glass
Date: October 1, 2020 9:30 am
Location: M & L Precision, 18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Registrations accepted through September 2
Cost: $50
Details: lunch, snacks, prizes, silent auction, shoebox sales, exhibits, (we’d love for you to bring one!). Lighting will be provided for your NAME project. Souvenir photos will be taken.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.

Online hosted by Mini Cyber Club
Contact Barbara Thornton-Hill for more info
Date: Sunday, Oct 2, 2022; 11:00 AM (PDT)
Location: Zoom
Registration accepted: May 1 – September 1, 2022
Details: No fees. Assemble your kits with others on Zoom, door prizes, sharing. All scales. You order your own kit from one of the cutters or cut it yourself.

More information about NAME Day may be found on NAME’s 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.

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 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.

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.

November Miniature Events

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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

November 14, 2021
NAME Workshop: Dress Form Holiday Tree with Alician Pearce
Online via Zoom
More info

November 20, 2021
NAME Workshop: ‘TWASN’T with Carol Kubrican
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.

Youth Workshops at the 2021 Good Sam Show

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The 2021 children’s registered workshops are scheduled to take place at the 2021 Good Sam Show. These have been renamed “youth” workshops due to the vaccination requirement. Youths age 13 and older who are vaccinated, are invited to register for two adorable workshops (see the photos below).

Masks and proof of vaccination are required.

The free kid’s workshop has been cancelled due to vaccination requirements.

The youth registered workshops will be held Oct. 9 and 10, 2021, at the Good Sam Showcase of Miniatures in San Jose, California.

Registration is still open for the workshops.

For more information, visit the Good Sam Show website or email Lynne Hoffman.

HalloweenFun

Class #1 – 1:12 Halloween Fun – Saturday, October 9, 2021

 

ChildsBed

Class #2 – 1:12 Child’s Bed – Sunday, October 10, 2021

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.

Workshops at the 2021 Good Sam Show

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Once again, the Good Sam Show is offering registered workshops for adults and youth. The 2021 free children’s workshops have been cancelled due to vaccination requirements. The Good Sam Academy of Miniatures will return at the 2022 show.

  • Adult registered workshops: Fri, Oct 8th, 2021. More info
  • Youth registered workshops for age 13+; Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 9th and 10th, 2021. More info
  • Masks and proof of vaccination are required.

For more information, visit the Good Sam Show website.

Murta-1

Class #1 – Watering Can Cake with Betinha Murta

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.

Class #1 – 1:12 Halloween Fun – Saturday, October 9, 2021
Class #2 – 1:12 Child’s Bed – Sunday, October 10, 2021

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.

September Miniature Events

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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

September 3, 2021
NAME Online Houseparty Registration Opens
More info

September 11, 2021; 10am – 3pm
Miniature Flea Market and Sale
Benicia Senior Center, 187 East L Street, Benicia, CA
Vintage, new, and used doll house miniatures and kits. Items for fairy gardens and more. Masks are required. This is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society Benicia-Vallejo-Napa Valley Relay For Life. Sponsored by Cooper’s Dollhouse Studio. Admission is $3, age 12 and under are free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Contact Kim or Cindy Cooper with questions at 707-745-9411 or email

September 12, 2021; 12:00 pm Pacific
NAME Tea Party with Terry (Zoom)
Join Terry Unnold and your friends from create.miniatures.org for a very special tea party with fun, surprises, and prizes. Terry will show how she paints mini cup and saucer sets. Participants can show off our Red Hat creations (directions will be available ahead of time), and names will be drawn for tea party goodies.
More info

September 18, 2021; 9 am – 2 pm Pacific
NAME Workshop: Red Hat Tea Party in various scales with Ginger Landon-Siegel
Build and paint a lavender stipple painted hutch, drape a table with red hat themed fabric and decorate the 3 hats inside the hutch. Create the dimensional teapots and plates to fill the hutch. Sales for this kit close on September 4, 2021.
More info

September 25, 2021; 10am
MiniCals & Through the Looking Glass host NAME Day
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.

September 25, 2021; 11 am Pacific
NAME Workshop: Red Hat Society Dog in Tote, Alice Zinn (Zoom)
Students will be given a pre-made dog to paint and apply faux fur flocking to. They will make a tiny red flocked hat with purple silk ribbon band. A small chew toy slipper is constructed from felt and velvet. Students will construct a tote bag and learn to apply cording. Last Day to order:  September 11, 2021.
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.

August Miniature Events

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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

August 14, 2021
9th Annual Miniatures in the Wine Country Show
Two shows about 1 mile apart. 50+ tables of miniatures plus dollhouse and room boxes. $5 admission gets you into both shows.
1st Show: Eagles Hall, 217 E. Lockeford Street Lodi, CA 95240; 10:00am-4:00pm
2nd Show: Deb’s Showroom, 1024 Industrial Way Suite A Lodi, CA 95240; 9:00am-5:00pm
More info

August 14, 2021; 10 am – 2 pm Pacific
NAME Workshop: Summer Garden in a Barrel Workshop
Online via Zoom
Join Pamela Ridgley in creating a 1″, 1/2″, or 1/4″ scale arrangement of a tomato plant with tomatoes and buds, mint and parsley in a barrel.
More info

August 22, 2021; 10 am – 2 pm Pacific
NAME Workshop: 1:!2 Basket of Breads with Carolyn McVicker
Online via Zoom
Students will make various types of breads from baguettes, Italian breads, mountain breads, muffins, parker rolls, knot rolls, roman-wheel bread, croissants and a few others. To receive your kit in time for the class, you must order before August 8, 2021.
More info

August 29, 2021; 9 am – 5pm Pacific
NAME Workshop: 1:12 Pastry Delights with Carl Bronsdon
In this online class, students will learn how to use polymer clay to create a variety of fancy pastries and a strawberry topped cake on a cake stand. This workshop is sold out. Wait list available.
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.

July Miniature Events

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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

July 18, 2021; 10 am Pacific
Camp Makamini 1/4″ or 1/2″ Scale “Herb” Plant
Online via Zoom
Join Alician Pearce in creating a 1/4″ or 1/2″ scale “herb” plant. Sales for this kit close on August 18. Orders placed between July 5 and August 18 may not arrive in time for the Zoom session.
More info

July 24 – 31, 2021
NAME’s Camp Makamini
Online
A special, week-long NAME Camp Makamini event on create.miniatures.org. Participants will receive a daily camp newsletter; join in on free activities and a scavenger hunt; and receive prizes for wearing their Camp Makamini t-shirts while attending live Create sessions (see the sessions on the Create Calendar). Camp will finish with a Zoom Campfire Event on July 31st. Camp Makamini is free; t-shirts and workshops are optional.
More info

July 24, 2021; 10 am – 6 pm Pacific
Camp Makamini 1/4″ Scale Cabin Workshop
Online via Zoom
Join Debbie Young in creating a 1/4″ scale cabin (the 1/2″ scale session will be held July 25). Sales for this kit close on July 24. Orders placed between July 10 and July 24 may not arrive in time for the Zoom session.  
More info

July 25, 2021; 10 am – 6 pm Pacific
Camp Makamini 1/2″ Scale Cabin Workshop
Online via Zoom
Join Debbie Young in creating a 1/2″ scale cabin (the 1/4″ scale session will be held July 24). Sales for this kit close on July 25. Orders placed between July 10 and July 25 may not arrive in time for the Zoom session.
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.