The Good Sam Showcase of Miniatures in San Jose, California, was so much fun! Mr. T2S and I enjoyed meeting many new people, including
Patty from Petit Orphelin. She shared a couple of her sweet, hand sculpted babies with us.
On Sunday morning, I demonstrated applying decals to dishes. In the afternoon, I had time to view a few of the pieces on display from area miniaturists. One of those pieces, The Tuck Box, was built by Don Silva. Don took measurements and photos of the life-size
Tuck Box in Carmel, California and built an exact replica of the 1927 English style tea room. It was so charming, that Mr. T2S and I decided to make a visit to Carmel the following day. Unfortunately, The Tuck Box closed just before we arrived, but we did enjoy checking out the neighboring gift shop and wine bar!
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The Tuck Box by Don Silva. |
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Interior by Don Silva and Connie Suave. Do you recognize the dishes pattern? |
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The real Tuck Box in Carmel, CA. |