My Miniature World

 Hello everyone, 

How are you? I hope you are all well. I still can’t quite believe that a whole week has already passed since the International Dolls House & Miniatures Fair in Houten, Utrecht. After months of preparation, planning, creating, and dreaming, the fair came and went in what felt like the blink of an eye and I can honestly say it was worth every single moment. It has been one of the best fairs I have ever taken part in, and I loved every bit of it.

I arrived in The Netherlands on Friday, welcomed by lovely weather; bright and crisp, though a little colder than I’m used to. My first stop was in Gouda, where I visited The Cabinet dolls’ house shop. It had been quite some time since my last visit, so it felt especially nice to walk through the door again, see familiar faces, and enjoy that special miniature atmosphere that always feels like coming home.

Saturday was dedicated to setting up at Expo Houten. The venue is enormous, and with the Teddy and Doll Fair taking place alongside the dolls’ house fair, everything felt even more exciting and full of life. As always, the stand slowly came together piece by piece, and seeing months of work finally taking shape was incredibly rewarding.

During the fair, I introduced several new collections that I had been working on so carefully over the past months. It was a joy to finally share them in person and to see visitors stopping, looking closely, and drawing inspiration for their own miniature rooms. Displays have a wonderful way of speaking for themselves, and I loved watching people notice the details, ask questions, and imagine how these pieces could fit into their own miniature worlds.

One of the things I treasure most about fairs like Houten is meeting fellow artists and catching up with old friends. There is something very special about these moments; sharing stories, laughing, talking about miniatures, and simply enjoying being together again. It always feels like a little reunion, and those conversations are just as precious to me as the fair itself.

Although time passed far too quickly and I didn’t get the chance to buy many miniatures this time, I did come home with a few very special pieces. I was delighted to add a beautiful armchair by Mr. Hans J. Goergen to my collection. This one joins the armchair I purchased in Arnhem last October, and both are now destined for the Mouse House, where they fit perfectly together.

I also completely fell in love with a stunning 35 cm teddy bear made by the incredibly talented Ellen van Bakel of Ellence Bears. I spotted her while setting up my stand, and I couldn’t stop thinking about her. The next day, I knew I had to go back before anyone else did. She came home with me and has been named Wilhelmina, or Mina for short.

And of course, there was one more little companion who simply had to join us. A sweet puppy made by Basic Bears. He is now Posy’s pup, and his name is Pip. He fits right in and has already found his place.

Looking back, the fair was everything I hoped for and more; busy, inspiring, emotional, and full of wonderful moments. I am so grateful to everyone who visited my stand, supported my work, shared kind words, and made this event so memorable.

Now it’s time to unpack, reflect, and slowly begin the next chapter, with new ideas already forming. Thank you all for being part of this journey with me.

Make sure to keep tuned for the next updates and latest news.

Take care and see you soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx