ON THE COVER: Montana resident and self-taught artist Teresa Dudley patterned this 1:12 scale gold-plated coffin after an actual sarcophagus of an ancient Egyptian high priest. See more of her historical and fanciful dolls and accessories starting on page 32.

FEATURES:

30 Small Appetites by Jane Freeman - Creating atmosphere in miniature restaurant scenes.

32 Through History and Imagination with Teresa Dudley by Martha Puff - She may be a crafter of miniatures, but her world is very large.

36 An Artist in Miniature by Anne Day Smith - Jeff Wilkerson has grown as his paintings have gotten smaller.

47 The 2005 Showcase of Miniatures—Good Sam Show by Martha Puff - A round-up of some of the new and noteworthy this year.

56 New Year – New Beginnings by Ruth Flewelling Lesbirel - In which we’re introduced to “Magnolia Hall,” a Southern-style dollhouse 13 years in the making.

PROJECTS:

22 Transformations by Joann Swanson - The beginning is in your imagination as Joann gives a rococo-like touch to Queen Anne furniture.

38 Discovering Quarter-Scale Miniatures by Karen Cary - Make 1/4” Scale Rococo-Style Room Accessories and bring a smile.

40 Make a Paper MinisTM Backgammon Set by Ann Vanture - Free, complete, and ready to assemble.

41 Grandma’s Favorites by Arla Johnson - It’s not too late to make holiday treats.

44 The Cozy Christmas Kitchen by Lydia L. Benedict - More holiday cheer.

50 Make a Stylish Occasional Table by Desirée Lafuente - The debut article by this Spanish mistress of furniture.

52 Make A Warm and Cozy Brick Fireplace by Chris Walton - In these days of high energy costs, a quiet night by the fire seems like the ideal solution.

59 Making Cushions for Wicker Furniture by Ruth Flewelling Lesbirel - A “Magnolia Hall” project.

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