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Join host and miniaturist Becky G. as she talks to talented artisans and collectors in the miniature world to share their inspiration, creations, and stories. New episodes premiere every other Tuesday. Follow Becky on Instagram @ dollhouse_flair.
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Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
We get the behind the scenes scoop on the world class school for miniaturists located in beautiful Castine, Maine. The one week long summer program is run by the International Guild of Miniature Artisans, and people come from all over the country - and even the world - to attend. From the incredible teachers to the annual lobster celebration, Katie La Fortune tells us all about this amazing school where miniaturists can learn new skills and master their craft.
Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and the Guild School is on Instagram @igmaguildschool.
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Marina talks about using miniatures as a way to preserve memories - she created a dollhouse filled with her mother's crafts and decor style to hold her mother close to her heart. Marina and I also talk about tackling the world of 3D printing as a "non-techie", how we feel when real life gets in the way of the mini world, her childhood dollhouse, and the joys of creating tiny things! Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Marina is @marinas_mini_life.
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Life is just another day at the beach for miniaturist Theresa Parker. She lives near the beach in real life and has built a miniature beach house and waterfront restaurant. We chat about her 3D printing, her "mini-eating" dog Barley, getting featured in mini magazines, and how we both love teal. Host Becky Gannon is on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Theresa is @theminibeachhouse.
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Monday Nov 07, 2022
I chat with modern miniaturist & architect Paris Renfroe about his cool modern minis, the inside scoop on exciting changes to the IMOMA miniature show coming up in February of 2023, and how watching Miami Vice as a kid influenced his sense of style. Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures, Paris Renfroe is @prdminiatures and go to @IMoMA for information on the upcoming miniature show in Vegas. .
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Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Join me as I talk to Kate Unver, the author of the Big Book of Mini and creator of @dailymini about her personal mini collection (think in the thousands!), her passion for discovering and supporting mini artisans, and how she loves riding her motorcycle to mini shows! Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures. Please subscribe so you'll always be the first to hear a new episode!
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Join me in exploring the miniature treasures at the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls, & Toys. Museum Director Wendy Littlepage gives us the inside scoop on their miniature collection. Hear the story behind the Someday House, the teddy bear that flew first class from England, and so much more! Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and check out the museum @minidolltoymusuem.
Tuesday Jan 25, 2022
Tuesday Jan 25, 2022
Kristine has been combining her love of photography and modern minis for thirteen years. We talk about tips for photographing your dollhouses, creating photo backdrops, 3 D printing and more! Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Kristine is @paperdollminiatures.
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
They were finalists on HGTV's Biggest Little Christmas Showdown where they wowed us with their Christmas Tiki Boat and modern minis! I chat with Amanda and Briana about what happened "behind the scenes" at the Biggest Little Christmas Showdown, telling someone new you are obsessed with miniatures, miniatures as art, and what to wear to Lobster Night at the IGMA Guild School. Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures while Amanda & Briana are @pandaminiatures.
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Was it murder? Bruce Goldfarb, author of Eighteen Tiny Deaths, discusses the miniature "death dioramas" created in 1946 by Frances Glessner Lee to help train policemen to investigate crimes. Frances Glessner Lee is considered to be the mother of modern forensic medicine. Learn more about this incredible woman and how she used miniatures to improve forensic science. Bruce Goldfarb is on Instagram @eighteentinydeaths and host Becky Gannon is @madaboutminiatures!
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021
From teeny tiny ice cubes to a "mini me" Barbie, Tonya of @grandmagetsreal mirrors her real life in miniature with humor and creativity. We discuss Barbie's influence on her childhood and modeling career, how she finds miniatures in unlikely places (like key chains and Christmas ornaments) and how she rediscovered Barbie with her grandchildren. Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Tonya Ruiz is @grandmagetsreal.