Introducing the Meissen Collection

Hello everyone and welcome back to the blog!

Today is a very exciting day because I am finally unveiling something I have been keeping completely under wraps in the studio. This is the very first time I am sharing my brand new miniature Meissen Collection with you all!

If you know how much I absolutely adore antique and Brocante styles, you will understand why I was so inspired to recreate these beautiful pieces. I spent a long time studying genuine antique Meissen items, looking at their rich history and breath-taking elegance. I wanted to bring that exact same feeling of luxury into miniature rooms.

I designed every single piece myself from scratch. The real magic happens during the painting process. Since I do not use actual porcelain, I carefully hand painted every single item to capture those iconic colours, patterns and delicate floral details. It takes a very steady hand and an immense amount of patience to get those tiny brush strokes just right. After the intricate painting is dry, I apply a special gloss finish so they have that beautiful authentic shine and look exactly like real glazed porcelain.

You might wonder why I am revealing these pieces today. I have a habit of preparing all the tiny accessories and treasures first when I am gearing up for something much larger! Creating these delicate items is my way of slowly building the atmosphere before the main structure even comes together. It gives me a clear vision of the final scene. Every single one of these new Meissen pieces is actually destined for a very special place inside a major upcoming project that I am working on behind the scenes.

Preparing the accessories first makes the whole creative process feel so much more real to me. I am not quite ready to reveal the entire grand plan just yet, but I promise it is going to be something truly magical.

I have made a reel to share with you below so you can see all the tiny painted details. Grab a cup of tea, enjoy browsing through the photos, and please let me know in the comments which piece is your favourite!

This is all for today. I hope you will like my new collection. Make sure to stay turned for the next updates and latest news. 

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

The Timekeepers Shop is Complete! A Grand Finale on 'Hello Min Hemm?'

 Hello everyone and welcome back to the blog!

How are you all? I hope you are doing well. I am beyond thrilled to finally share this moment with you. The Timekeepers Shop is officially complete! As many of you know, I have been pouring my heart into this intricate little world for quite some time. 

To celebrate its completion, I had the absolute honour of finishing the project live on the television show Hello Minn Hemm? on NET TV alongside the wonderful presenter Malcolm Pisani. It was such a joyous experience to place the final touches on this build and share the magic of miniatures with a wider audience. I have attached the full video of this final episode at the bottom of this post so you can watch the grand reveal!

Now that the exterior is beautifully weathered and finished, it is time to invite you inside. Decorating the interior of the shop was an absolute dream.

 I filled the space with all sorts of wonderful clocks, creating a room that feels alive with the ticking of time. My absolute favourite piece in the entire shop has to be the Dome Ballerina Clock. 

There is just something so delicate and magical about it. I also included a Musical Ballerina Music Box and a beautifully detailed Carousel. In Victorian times, clockmakers were true mechanical artists and often created these kinds of intricate musical toys alongside their timepieces, so it felt essential to include them in the shop.

The sweet shop also has a small work table where clocks can be fixed on the spot.

Every miniature room needs a character to bring it to life. I am so excited to introduce you to the lovely Miss Sybil! She is a stunning doll crafted by the incredibly talented doll maker Beverley Senatore. Beverley dressed Miss Sybil in a breath-taking Victorian Steampunk style that perfectly matches the atmosphere of the shop. 

She looks entirely at home among the gears and pendulums. To complement Miss Sybil and her unique style, I also created a custom clock featuring a full steampunk design. It adds a wonderful touch of industrial fantasy to the traditional Victorian setting.

For the moment, the Timekeepers Shop stands proudly on Regent Street, nestled right under The Little Angels Toy Shop. It will rest in this special spot until it is time to continue adding to the grander project!

I have taken so many pictures of the interior so you can explore every tiny gear, clock face, and hidden detail. Please take a look through the gallery below. 

Thank you all for following along on this incredible journey. Building the Timekeepers Shop has been an absolute joy from start to finish. Grab a cup of tea, enjoy the pictures, and do not forget to watch the final NET TV episode below!

A big thank you goes to our Producer Joanne Tanti for leting me be part of this year's season. Until next time. That is all for today. I hope you will like it. Make sure to keep tuned for the new project and latest news.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx