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Thursday: How to Make a Six Figure Income as a Miniaturist, According to Copilot
I had to ask this! Maybe this is AI I can get behind, but who knows if this plan would really work. Seems as good a plan as any, right? Honestly, I’d rather if AI could keep my studio in order… ~~~~~~~~ Copilot: Creating a successful schedule for a professional miniaturist aiming to earn $120,000…
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Friday: Reveling over Dita Von Teese
My creative reserves overflow! What a sensational show last night. I saw Dita Von Teese perform for the first time last night and it was a massive treat for the eyes. All the sparkle, all the allure, all the cheek – it was incredible. It’s crazy to think that I was inspired by her Architectural…
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Saturday: Miniature Chandelier Refurbishing
For the past couple of days, I’ve been working on refurbishing old chandeliers. It’s much easier to affix dressings and trim to the old fixtures, than to entirely build one from scratch. (Granted, I have never built an actual miniature chandelier, so this may not be true) So far, it’s been pretty enjoyable. I can…
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I haven’t blogged in so long
Some the distant time ago, during dotcom-era of the aughts, I kept a blog named Pop Fantastic Sugary Lovely. It was a light, slightly alternative, frothy blog that were ramblings about music, design, animation, personalities and the occasional fashion pics. Writing in that blog was so much fun, I didn’t care there were only four…
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Thoughts on Las Vegas
Despite being a transplant who avoids touristy areas, I enjoy the fact that Las Vegas is a small town with a big city vibe. It operates 24/7, has an international airport, and you can even find oysters at 3 am without it being unusual. Its quirkiness and easy travel access aligns with my lifestyle. Las…
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International Marketplace of Miniature Artisans
To meet others of like minds on a subject that you share is potent today. It is SO DIFFICULT to connect with people on an authentic level, but when you are talking about something you are both passionate about, it makes connecting much easier. I met Paris Renfroe (@PRDMiniatures) in 2020, when he visited me…
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Best in Miniature OMG
Who knew rehabbing an old, dusty dollhouse would get me on a television show? In the nichest of niche hobbies, too! It’s a totally weird and wonderful dream come true. In late spring of 2023, the production reached out to me via Instagram (post your work, kids!) to ask if I would consider submitting an…