We have been a club for more than 40 years and our membership is currently over 90 members.
President
My passion for tiny things spans my lifetime. I remember making tiny houses from boxes as a child. I've been collecting and creating miniature things since I was very young. There is something so uniquely wonderful about miniatures that makes my heart so happy especially antique items! I'm an avid restorer of antique Dollhouses!
Vice President
I’ve always enjoyed any type of crafting, but never really care for anything I made beyond having fun making it. Once, I tried making a gender neutral dollhouse for my son’s stuffies, it really triggered something in me. In miniature, I can own a beach front mansion or be a mouse living the great life inside someone’s walls. It became soothing to my mental health, and I found a community that I really enjoy getting to know and spend time with.
Secretary
Kyla first became interested in miniatures while visiting her cousin in Montreal - she had decorated her bookshelves with miniature food and Kyla was inspired to try making her own out of polymer clay. Since joining MEE in 2015, Kyla has expanded her interests to all things miniature and has been truly inspired by the more experienced members of the club.
Workshop Coordinator
Tina has been involved with miniatures ever since her husband bought her a dollhouse on their honeymoon, in 1976. She sells her miniature kits on Etsy, and is responsible for organizing 8 workshops per year for MEE. You can contact her through the email link above.
Treasurer
I have been a member of the club since 2007 and I have served in various positions in the club during that time. I recently retired and now I plan to spend my additional spare time working on many miniature projects that are UFOs. I work in 1:12 and 1:48 and a few 1:144. My favourite mini crafts include any type of miniature stitching such as rugs, and working with fabric such as upholstery, curtains, and dressing dolls. My picture is my first doll from a class in 2010 and still my favourite.
Estate Donation Coordinator
Thinking of downsizing your collection of miniatures? The Miniature Enthusiasts of Edmonton will accept donations. Pat ensures that your collection of beloved treasures is handled with care and compassion. Your special minis will find new homes where they can continue to be loved and admired. To get more information email Pat at the link above.
Membership Coordinator
Margaret first became interested in miniatures when a friend convinced her to try her hand at creating miniature paintings She has been a member of the Miniature Enthusiasts of Edmonton for many years. As Membership Chair, she is likely the first person you will contact in the club. Just send an email to: edminiclub@gmail.com.
Technical Services
Maureen went by a Dollhouse Shop on her honeymoon in 1983. In 1987, Maureen joined the Miniauture Enthusiasts of Edmonton club and has enjoyed the hobby and all of the friendly miniaturists who share their knowledge and skills since then. Maybe I was inspired by my 7 yr old favorite Disney ride.
Title | Date | Day | Location |
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MEE Chat | 12 Nov 2024 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Workshop - Quilling Paper Making Bowls and wire whisks | 19 Nov 2024 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 26 Nov 2024 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Christmas Party | 03 Dec 2024 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 10 Dec 2024 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE General Meeting | 07 Jan 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 14 Jan 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Workshop - Tools for Miniaturists - seminar | 21 Jan 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 28 Jan 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE General Meeting | 04 Feb 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Mini Day Out | 09 Feb 2025 | Sunday | provided to club members via email |
MEE Chat | 11 Feb 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Workshop - Electrifying your roombox or house | 18 Feb 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 25 Feb 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE General Meeting | 04 Mar 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 11 Mar 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Workshop - Ceiling lights for your kitchen | 18 Mar 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 25 Mar 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE General Meeting | 01 Apr 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 08 Apr 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Workshop - Houseplants and Herbs | 15 Apr 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Mini Day Out | 20 Apr 2025 | Sunday | provided to club members via email |
MEE Chat | 22 Apr 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE General Meeting | 06 May 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 13 May 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Workshop - Oven Gloves, tea towels, placemats | 20 May 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 27 May 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE General Meeting | 03 Jun 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 10 Jun 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Year End Mini Day Out | 14 Jun 2025 | Saturday | provided to club members via email |
MEE Workshop - Microwave, cutting boards and breadbox | 17 Jun 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
MEE Chat | 24 Jun 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
These two years, MEE has focused on Kitchens. Kitchens are a big project. Tudor, Medieval, 1940's or Modern. It is your choice.
This year, MEE focused on “All about Bedrooms”. Just think about all of the different bedrooms you could choose to create: a college dorm room, a child’s nursery, a Tudor bedroom with canopied four-poster, a teenager’s chaos, a luxurious dream retreat for yourself, or even (gasp!) a bordello. In the picture, we are peeking into Thumper's Bedroom, created by Maureen M.
Learn MoreThis year, the club did not have a “project” as such, but focused on the use of unusual containers for displaying miniatures. We learned about using gift bags, plastic and metal tins and containers, books, and circular objects (baskets, tins, and tea cups) as a basis for a mini display. The winning entry was created by Barb S. in 1:48 scale, and was originally a Pringles can.
Learn MoreThis year’s project was a back and/or front porch. By its very nature, there was huge scope for creativity. The porch also taught a full set of basic techniques for all aspects of making miniatures, including basic building techniques, approaches to flooring, painting and other wall treatments, electrification and lighting, making furniture and other accessories. This illustrated "Bird Watcher's Porch, was developed by Tina M. and contained 27 birds.
Learn MoreThere were two exciting projects planned for the 2016/2017 winter season. First, we built a set of bookends so you could include your minis in any bookcase. Then, we learned how to turn any picture frame into a shadow box suitable for displaying your miniatures.
Learn MoreWe built a lamp which contained a miniature scene. The lamp has a removable insert, and the possibilities for the contents are endless, including a Christmas scene, a bedroom, living room, study/den, or a display for a special mini collection.
Learn MoreHeading out to Main Street, the club developed their favorite shops. This Rumpled Quilt Skins Quilt Shop, which won Best Club Project, was created by Tina M.
Learn MoreThis year, the club did trailers, and what a variety there was! The winning entry was by Tina M.
Learn MoreWhat's stored in your attic? It was amazing what club members had stored in theirs! The pictured Attic was created by Joanne R.
Learn MoreWe needed to celebrate (our minis of course), so we developed the "Little Fair on the Prairie". The Dragonfly Arts and Crafts Booth was developed by Marg. W.
Learn MoreBased on an article in Nutshell News, MEE embarked on the development of "Indoor-Outdoor Rooms".
Learn MoreThe Miniature Enthusiasts of Edmonton has a number of special projects that we have worked on over the years.
Learn MoreIf you've got all the things on this list, you can make just about anything!
Read MoreA useful primer on mitring and framing.
Read MoreLooking for inspiration for your next roombox or miniature scene? Want to build in something entirely unique? Can't find just the right container to build that scene you've planned in your head so long?Here is a list of fifty unique containers that can be hollowed out, emptied, transformed, turned upside-down or otherwise modified into roomboxes.
Read MoreIt's hard to work in a mess. Here are some ideas to help you organize everything you need.
Read MoreSeries of articles taken from the November 1995 Nutshell News on decorative painting techniques for miniatures. Topics included marbling, stencilling, bambooing, spatter painting, verdigris, rubber stamping, faux wood techniques, spongework, stippling, and crackle.
Read MoreBrooke Tucker once said "Miniatures are art. And like all good art, it should be framed to enhance the art and to focus the viewers attention." This tutorial teaches you how to turn any picture frame into a shadow box to display your minis.
Read MoreDo you ever have a problem sanding your minis, especially delicate operations like getting laser burn off tiny breakable quarter-scale pieces? Then this sander is for you. You can easily make one for yourself out of a Braun Oral B battery operated electric toothbrush (or any other round headed electric toothbrush from the drug store).
Read MoreIt's often difficult to find just the right cording to embellish miniature furniture. This article allows you to make your own from embroidery thread.
Read MoreA few short tips on improving your painting and finishing techniques.
Read MoreHate that fabric covering an otherwise lovely wing chair? Cover it in Leather!
Read MoreBuilding cupboards is like building any other piece of "case" furniture. Basically, it's a box with a drawer/door on the front. These are non-working drawers/doors, and are "just for looks". Any piece of furniture that incorporates a box can be built using these techniques.
Read MoreThe most useful miniaturist's tool is an X-Acto knife or other craft knife. Find out more about the different blades and their uses.
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