Mad About Miniatures

Adventures In Miniature!

Bill Robertson is renowned for his extraordinary miniatures which are in museums and collections all over the world. But as a young man he thought his future lay in cars  until he stopped at a miniature show to buy his mom a gift, and from there embarked on  a life long career creating miniatures, designing exhibits & miniature museums, teaching, and more. Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Bill Robertson is @wmrrobertsonminiatures.

A Hauntingly Beautiful Dollhouse!

Lauren P. Dodge has created a haunting and hauntingly beautiful dollhouse in the southern gothic style.  Lauren talks about her entry into the world of miniatures, how to create the most realistic spiderwebs, her love of everything spooky, and so much more. Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Lauren P. Dodge is @southerngothicdollhouse. 

Be Open To Adventure And It Will Come!

Gina Theesfield is a talented miniaturist, owner of @bluetoadauctions, appraisal expert on Jeff Foxworthy's TV show "What's It Worth", and bellydancer.  Join us as Gina talks about her many adventures on Mad About Miniatures. Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Gina Theesfield is @calico_garden. 

The Magnificent Miniatures Of Maysville!

Kaye Savage Browning has spent four decades traveling the world and collecting miniatures for her KSB Miniatures Collection. Highlights of the collection are the Spencer House (Princes Diana's ancestral home), the Catherine Palace, and numerous other miniatures by the world's finest artisans. Join us as Kaye shares the stories and adventures behind this renowned miniature collection in the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center in Maysville, Kentucky. Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @dollhouse_flair and the KSB Miniatures Collection is @ksbminiaturescolleciton.   

The Biggest Little Museum!

The world's largest collection of fine-scale miniatures is at the National Museum of Toys/Miniatures. The museum was founded by two childhood friends who grew up to be world class collectors. Laura Taylor from the museum tells us the stories behind some of their miniature masterpieces. We talk about a working mini gold microscope, a miniature Art Deco jewelry store with jewelry made from real gems, and so much more!  Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and the National Museum of Toys/Miniatures is in Kansas City, Missouri and on Instagram @toyandminiaturemuseum. 

Room Boxes & Renovations!

Miniaturist Robina Patterson and I talk about her love of room boxes, her mini houses that needed major renovation, and her feature in American Miniaturist magazine!  Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Robina is @myminiatureabodes.

All Things Bold & Beautiful!

Painter turned miniaturist Beth Picard created a Chihuly inspired mini chandelier that will take your breath away! We talk about her unique process for creating the chandelier, her love of color, her secret bathroom, and so much more!  Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Beth is @bethcarlpicard.

A Big Passion For Little Things!

Miniaturist Bridget McCarty has had her exquisite work featured on numerous miniature magazine covers. We talk about how she got her start, her work at Disney, and her advice for beginning miniaturists. Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Bridget is @bridgetmccartyminis. 

This Takes The Cake!

Tania Melendez's exquisite miniatures have been featured in House Beautiful magazine. Tania talks about her unique design process, her love of cakes (both real & mini) and so much more! Host Becky Gannon can be found on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Tania is @cheries_mini. 

Miniatures By The Book!

Author Elise Hooper is renovating the dollhouse that has been in her family for 5 generations as research for her newest book! Elise writes historical fiction that focuses on women with fascinating lives that history has overlooked. We chat about her foray into miniatures, life as an author, her new book about secrets & miniatures and more! Host Becky Gannon is on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and Elise is @corahalesminiatureworld.