Today was the preview day for the Chicago International Bishop Show. :]
I made a beeline for Jane Graber’s table, because her pottery goes so fast. I think a plate display in Watson Mill will be lovely.
Barbara Begley Miniature Gardens. Hand thrown and hand painted pot, natural wood table with twig legs.
Spencer’s Nook – frog garden statue
Vilia Miniature. I don’t even drink coffee, but I loved the look of these.
64tnt Miniatures. Magical brooms.
Bindels Ornaments were back this year. Always a great selection of bits and bobs. They had more silver metal this year in addition to brass.
The Little Dollhouse Company. How cute is this snowman?! :D
Designing Ways – woven red rug
The Enchanted Garden – terracotta pots
Wright Guide Miniatures. Tire for a Model T. :]
They had new displays this time along with new minis.
Michael of Atomic Miniature. Always a pleasure to see his new miniature scenes.
I later headed to The Miniature Show. Included with the price of admission was a drink ticket for happy hour. :] Champagne and minis! Cheers!
Arjen Spinhoven. So awesome to finally meet him in person and to see the wonderful furnishings up close. Such fine detail. I bought an unfinished biscuit mold for the mill. He has items that are both finished or DIY.
Art of Mini. Another favorite of mine.
Love the dapper rabbit art. There were so many fantastic designs to choose from, but I picked only one.
This door has such great detailing.
She had the most delightful Dutch candies — simply divine. I could have eaten them all!
Looking Glass Miniatures. Jennifer is not only a talented miniaturist, but she’s a fun and friendly gal. :D I had a nice time catching up with her.
St. Leger. Picked up an automaton: mama bird with babies. You spin the crank, and mama feeds the baby birdies. :D
Atelier 1:12 – written scroll
Monopoly game
