Workshops
Workshops offer an opportunity to learn new techniques and engage with others. Select a class that interests you for an enriching experience.
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(Workshops listed below)
Kirstyn Denney - Watercolor and Framing
Workshop attendees will create their very own ocean sea scape and assemble a frame for their work. All participants will go home with a completed piece. All needed supplies will be provided by the instructor, and participants are encouraged to take home the supplies they are provided with.
The painting (not including the frame) will measure ~1” x 1.4”. The framing adds ~0.1-0.2” in all directions.
Cost of class per student (in dollars): $100 Maximum Number of Students 10 Approximate Course Duration (hours) 3 Minimum Age Requirement 8 Required tools for class (what student is expected to bring): None Date/Time: Friday, Feburary 19th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Gina King - Masterclass: Building a Miniature Brand with Chef Gina's® Mini Food
Subtitle: Inside the Blueprint of the Original Doll Food Creator
Are you ready to turn your passion for miniatures into a highly profitable, recognizable brand? Join Gina King from Chef Gina’s® Mini Food, the Original Doll Food Creator, for an exclusive business masterclass designed to take you from hobbyist to industry CEO.
Backed by 26 years of market-leading experience, this high-value, 60-minute seminar skips the messy clay ovens and dives straight into the commercial mechanics of the miniature empire. Attendees will learn the exact secrets behind identifying high-margin niche themes (such as the booming 1:6 fashion doll market), setting smart pricing structures that protect your profit margins, and building a user-friendly website that supports recurring revenue models like a monthly subscription box. We will also tackle the essential steps of protecting your intellectual property through trademarking, including a live name-search activity.
Every registered student will receive a complimentary physical copy of the latest issue of Chef Gina’s® Mini Food Magazine to take home! Walk away with a personalized, actionable roadmap to successfully launch, price, market, and legally protect your own miniature empire.
Cost of class per student (in dollars): $50 Maximum Number of Students 30 Approximate Course Duration (hours) 1 Minimum Age Requirement 12 Required tools for class (what student is expected to bring): Phone with Internet access but not required Date/Time: Thursday, February 18th, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sherry Taylor - Pavillon du Jardin
Bring timeless elegance to your miniature collection with this charming Pavilion Conservatory Workshop, a beautifully crafted dollhouse structure designed to bring joy.
Measuring approximately 10.5″ wide x 11″ deep, this light-filled pavilion features a classic conservatory design with a detailed grid roof, graceful arched side windows, and decorative sliding stained-glass style panels that create a welcoming garden-inspired atmosphere. The black-and-white checkered floor adds a touch of European charm, making it perfect for a tea room, garden room, artist’s studio, boutique, or elegant dining space.
This workshop comes fully furnished and accessorized, including the table, chairs, wall décor, floral accents, and other miniature accessories shown, allowing you to display and enjoy it immediately. Every detail has been thoughtfully selected to create a cohesive and inviting scene.
Features:
Dimensions: 10.5″ W x 11″ D
Elegant conservatory/pavilion design
Decorative stained-acrylic sliding panels
Detailed checkered flooring (customization optional)
Accessories may vary.
Beginner level no tools needed
Cost of class per student (in dollars): $220 Maximum Number of Students 15 Approximate Course Duration (hours) 8 Minimum Age Requirement 8 Required tools for class (what student is expected to bring): None Date/Time: Thursday, February 18, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sherry Taylor - Sweetheart Hutch
Lovely styled hutch with a tough of flair. Customizable with patterns, colors and accessories this display will bring your minis to life. Comes with accessories that may vary. Custom prints and paint colors to choose from.
Cost of class per student (in dollars): $38 Maximum Number of Students 20 Approximate Course Duration (hours) 3 Minimum Age Requirement 8 Required tools for class (what student is expected to bring): None Date/Time: Sunday, February 21, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM