United Kingdom from the view of a miniaturist

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What does the United Kingdom  offer to miniaturists, both local and tourists?

also see English, Scottish, Irish, Welsh

 

United Kingdom from the view of a miniaturist Dollhouse hobby history of the United Kingdom   Popularity of miniatures, approximate number of miniaturists, most popular scales Well known Dollhouse Projects Famous trademark related to dollhouses/dolls/miniaturists are... Books Publications Famous artisans, miniaturists, writers Photos, web pages, shops and blogs On-line Digests Clubs/Groups Exhibitions FAQ for people living in this country As a newbie miniaturist, what should I know? Where can I find the materials I need? FAQ for visitors Where can I find miniatures in an average town in this country? What are the craft shops called or are there other places to try out? What should I buy as a souvenirs? When a friend of mine is going to this country, what should I ask her to bring me?

 

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Dollhouse hobby history of the United Kingdom  

• summary of early beginnings in the hobby

BBC presentation by Sarah Taylor

 

Popularity of miniatures, approximate number of miniaturists, most popular scales

• the most popular scale is ... also ... and ... are used
• there are about ... miniaturists and doll lovers and there are ... associations: 

Good Enough to Eat - Daily Mail Article

Kathleen Savage Brown Miniature Collection - includes Spencer House where Diana Princess of Wales grew up.

 

Well known Dollhouse Projects

• The most famous dollhouse is  Queen Mary's Dolls' House
• Nostell Priory Baby House is well worth a visit
  
• See museums for places to visit

 

Famous trademark related to dollhouses/dolls/miniaturists are...

• add trademarks here

 

Books

Dollshouses from the V&A Museum - by Halina Pasierbska, check out her other books too

 

 

Publications

• See also magazines

• The Dolls' House Magazine

• Dolls' House and Miniatures Scene
• The House that Karon Built - from the Daily Mail

 

Famous artisans, miniaturists, writers

 

England

• Jose Aleson Miniature Collection  - interview (site in Spanish, subject about English minis)
• James Carrington
• Hazel DowdDavid Hurley - museum quality furniture of the 14-17th century
• Sue Johnson
• Halina Pasierbska - A former curator of the Bethnal Green Museum of Childhood, Halina Pasierbska has researched the history of the dolls’ house and its furnishings for a number of years.
• Daphne Turner - founding member of the Guild of Miniature Needlework Association, husband Ivan Turner was a
  marquetry maker. Pieces of theirs reside in the British National Trust properties.
• British Miniatures Directory
• Helen Holland - Leonardslee exhibit, 1:12 Scale Period Architectural Model Maker

 

Ireland

• Jim Ireland, cut crystal

 

 

Photos, web pages, shops and blogs

see English, Scottish, Irish, Welsh for all other pages in this wiki related to this country [NB: Britain means England, Scotland and Wales] 

 

Hello Dollies on Vimeo - Features some people you may know. Mulvany Rodgers, Caroline Hamilton, Kristen Baybers amongst others. Cat McShane produced and directed this film for Channel 4, delving into the little-known world of adult doll's house enthusiasts, exploring the attraction of creating miniature worlds through the stories of some very British eccentrics.

Homeward Flight - miniatures made in Skye

 

On-line Digests

Minis 4 All - Yahoo group

Minis 4 All - forum

 

Clubs/Groups

Add links to the United Kingdom's national and local clubs here, along with contact information.

Burscough Miniatures Group in Lancashire -contact - Hazel Dowd - 01925 291667 (no link)

Cheltenham Club

Collectors Club of Great Britain - more recently updated????

Cotswold Miniatures Weekend - an annual weekend in October organized by Minis4all members.

JSME Society - Parkhurst Show

UK Dolls House Clubs - compiled by Cosy Corners dollhouses, contact 01227 371109 E-Mail us for further information here

Tickhill Dollshouse Courses - Lorna Payne, Yorkshire

Another World Courses - John and Elrine Jarrat, Scotland

DAMENI - Northern Ireland Miniature Group

West Glamorgan Dollshouse Club - Facebook page. Here is an article about their exhibit at the National Botanic Garden of Wales

Exhibitions

Check wiki photo_exhibits page.

List regularly scheduled shows by month and location e.g. September - annual show x, and link to website.

Alexandra Pavillion - Dollhouse and Miniatures Fair, October. Often referred to as Ally Pally!

Cotswold Miniatures Weekend

Dollhouse Miniature Fairs

Minitura International

PMP Fairs

 

Tours of Mini Sites:

M and M Tours

Another World Courses - John and Elrine Jarrat, Scotland - come for a visit

Molly Cromwell Presents

 

FAQ for people living in this country

 

As a newbie miniaturist, what should I know?

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Where can I find the materials I need?

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FAQ for visitors

 

Where can I find miniatures in an average town in this country?

• Hobbycraft is a large store
• The Yellow pages will list craft, wool shops. Most craft things are cheaper in the USA.

 

What are the craft shops called or are there other places to try out?

• in the London area, do visit the markets in Portobello Road and Camden. (not far from Kristin Baybars' amazing shop - a visit is a must!) see shops_united_kingdom
• check any of the dollshouse/miniatures magazines for up-to-date lists of fairs being held around the UK

 

Terms used for:

store = shop

dollar store = poundland!

flea market= in the UK, the most similar event would be a car boot sale although they also use the term fleamarket

department store= department store

crafts= crafts or handicrafts

dollhouse= dollshouse

miniatures= miniatures

toy shop= toy shop

 

 

What should I buy as a souvenirs?

as always, check those "made in ....." labels!

 

England

• Dinky London Bus
• Dinky black cab
• tiny models of Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace
• Kendal mintcake
• Anything from York or Jorvik

 

Celebrating the Royal Jubilee June 2012

• The Best and Wackiest Royal Jubilee Souvenirs - from the Global Spin Blog
• Commemorative Plate - from The Little Dollhouse Company, Toronto Canada 1:12 scale 
• Diamond Jubilee Street Party - Cheltenham Miniature club 
• Diamond Jubilee Tea Set -  from The Mail Online
• Glasscraft UK, 1:12 scale miniature blown glass, specializing in  cranberry glass
• Jubilee Inspired Miniatures - Pinterest Board by DHMS Magazine
• Jubilee Time Capsule - see how this event was celebrated 
• Official Queen's Diamond Jubilee Gifts
• Queen's Jubilee Plate and Cup - from Dollshouse Kitchen
• Royal Gnomes -  made to celebrate Queen Elizabeth 11's Diamond Jubilee (2012)
• Royal Dollhouse - on Antiques Roadshow
• The Queen's Collection - from the Dolls House Emporium
• Stokesay Ware - Jubilee Gold china pattern
• The Diamond Queen - TV series Documentary 

 

Scotland 

• whisky (Scottish Spelling!)

• tartan
• bagpipes!

• thistle

 

Ireland

• Irish linen
• whiskey (Irish spelling!)
• crystal (Jim Irish is based in Waterford)
• harp 
• shilelagh
• pot of gold!
• tin whistle

 

 

When a friend of mine is going to this country, what should I ask her to bring me?

• peculiarly British miniatures eg the red pillar box for posting letters

 

 

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