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We have been a club for more than 40 years and our membership is currently over 90 members.
About M.E.E.
Our membership is currently more than 90 members, from all across Canada (and a few from the US). When the pandemic hit, the Miniature Enthusiasts of Edmonton (M.E.E.) Club made a smooth transition to meeting and conducting workshops on ZOOM.
We meet on-line every Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. MST. The first Tuesday is our General Meeting. On this night "mini" business is discussed along with a "show and tell". Sometimes there is a demonstration or a video following the meeting.
The third Tuesday of each month is a workshop, also starting at 7:00 p.m. and lasting about 2 hours. In addition, the club usually holds one or two all day workshops every year on a Saturday, usually in the spring and fall. Other half or full day workshops are sometimes periodically scheduled, depending on what we are working on. Our workshops appeal to both the beginner and advanced miniaturist. They are optional and the cost of kits is usually quite reasonable. All other Tuesdays are general chats to discuss and show off what we are working on.
We periodically host special events, such as on-line or face-to-face garage sales, and for the last two years of the pandemic have done a virtual Show and Sale. 2022 marked our return to a face-to-face Show and Sale.
A membership in the Miniature Enthusiasts of Edmonton is $20.00 a year, which covers attendance at all meetings, workshops (excludes cost of kits) and chats. If you're curious, you can check out our Operating Guidelines and Bylaws. We welcome all new members, beginner or advanced. Our goal is to enjoy our love of miniatures and dollhouses and to encourage our creativity by learning to make "mini" things and to learn from other members. We have a lot of fun and many wonderful friendships have been made in our club.
For more information about joining M.E.E., contact our membership chair, Margaret Wolfe, at edminiclub@gmail.com.
MEE Executive
Lisa Thompson-Dobo
President
My passion for tiny things spans my lifetime. I remember making tiny houses from boxes as a child. I've been collecting and creating miniature things since I was very young. There is something so uniquely wonderful about miniatures that makes my heart so happy especially antique items! I'm an avid restorer of antique Dollhouses!
Liliane Viens
Vice President
I’ve always enjoyed any type of crafting, but never really care for anything I made beyond having fun making it. Once, I tried making a gender neutral dollhouse for my son’s stuffies, it really triggered something in me. In miniature, I can own a beach front mansion or be a mouse living the great life inside someone’s walls. It became soothing to my mental health, and I found a community that I really enjoy getting to know and spend time with.
Kyla Shegelski
Secretary
Kyla first became interested in miniatures while visiting her cousin in Montreal - she had decorated her bookshelves with miniature food and Kyla was inspired to try making her own out of polymer clay. Since joining MEE in 2015, Kyla has expanded her interests to all things miniature and has been truly inspired by the more experienced members of the club.
Natasha RC Beaulieu
Workshop Coordinator
Natasha RC Beaulieu is a miniature artisan specializing in baked goods and shabby chic furniture. I have spent the past 12 years on and off doing commissions and requests, creating whatever my mini heart desires. Her work is primarily 1:12 or 1:6 scale.
Lucille Lalonde
Treasurer
I have been a member of the club since 2007 and I have served in various positions in the club during that time. I recently retired and now I plan to spend my additional spare time working on many miniature projects that are UFOs. I work in 1:12 and 1:48 and a few 1:144. My favourite mini crafts include any type of miniature stitching such as rugs, and working with fabric such as upholstery, curtains, and dressing dolls. My picture is my first doll from a class in 2010 and still my favourite.
Pat Makarowski
Estate Donation Coordinator
Thinking of downsizing your collection of miniatures? The Miniature Enthusiasts of Edmonton will accept donations. Pat ensures that your collection of beloved treasures is handled with care and compassion. Your special minis will find new homes where they can continue to be loved and admired. To get more information email Pat at the link above.
Margaret Wolfe
Membership Coordinator
Margaret first became interested in miniatures when a friend convinced her to try her hand at creating miniature paintings She has been a member of the Miniature Enthusiasts of Edmonton for many years. As Membership Chair, she is likely the first person you will contact in the club. Just send an email to: edminiclub@gmail.com.
Maureen Moller
Technical Services
Maureen went by a Dollhouse Shop on her honeymoon in 1983. In 1987, Maureen joined the Miniauture Enthusiasts of Edmonton club and has enjoyed the hobby and all of the friendly miniaturists who share their knowledge and skills since then. Maybe I was inspired by my 7 yr old favorite Disney ride.
Events
Upcoming Events
| Title | Date | Day | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEE Workshop - Kitchen Lighting | 17 Jun 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
| MEE Year End Mini Day Out | 21 Jun 2025 | Saturday | provided to club members via email |
| MEE Chat | 24 Jun 2025 | Tuesday | Online Event |
Past Events
Contact M.E.E.
- All meetings, workshops and chats now take place on ZOOM
Why Join?
September 21, 2025
10:00 am- 4:00 pm
10010 - 178 St
Edmonton, Alberta
Admission
Adult $8.00
7-15 $3.00
Under 7 Free
Featuring 25 + Vendors
Plus Displays
Projects
2023 - 2025
These two years, MEE has focused on Kitchens. Kitchens are a big project. Tudor, Medieval, 1940's or Modern. It is your choice.
2019 - 2020
This year, MEE focused on “All about Bedrooms”. Just think about all of the different bedrooms you could choose to create: a college dorm room, a child’s nursery, a Tudor bedroom with canopied four-poster, a teenager’s chaos, a luxurious dream retreat for yourself, or even (gasp!) a bordello. In the picture, we are peeking into Thumper's Bedroom, created by Maureen M.
Learn More2018 - 2019
This year, the club did not have a “project” as such, but focused on the use of unusual containers for displaying miniatures. We learned about using gift bags, plastic and metal tins and containers, books, and circular objects (baskets, tins, and tea cups) as a basis for a mini display. The winning entry was created by Barb S. in 1:48 scale, and was originally a Pringles can.
Learn More2017 - 2018
This year’s project was a back and/or front porch. By its very nature, there was huge scope for creativity. The porch also taught a full set of basic techniques for all aspects of making miniatures, including basic building techniques, approaches to flooring, painting and other wall treatments, electrification and lighting, making furniture and other accessories. This illustrated "Bird Watcher's Porch, was developed by Tina M. and contained 27 birds.
Learn More2016 - 2017
There were two exciting projects planned for the 2016/2017 winter season. First, we built a set of bookends so you could include your minis in any bookcase. Then, we learned how to turn any picture frame into a shadow box suitable for displaying your miniatures.
Learn More2015 - 2016
We built a lamp which contained a miniature scene. The lamp has a removable insert, and the possibilities for the contents are endless, including a Christmas scene, a bedroom, living room, study/den, or a display for a special mini collection.
Learn More2014 - 2015
Heading out to Main Street, the club developed their favorite shops. This Rumpled Quilt Skins Quilt Shop, which won Best Club Project, was created by Tina M.
Learn More2013 - 2014
This year, the club did trailers, and what a variety there was! The winning entry was by Tina M.
Learn More2012 - 2013
What's stored in your attic? It was amazing what club members had stored in theirs! The pictured Attic was created by Joanne R.
Learn More2011-2012
We needed to celebrate (our minis of course), so we developed the "Little Fair on the Prairie". The Dragonfly Arts and Crafts Booth was developed by Marg. W.
Learn More2010-2011
Based on an article in Nutshell News, MEE embarked on the development of "Indoor-Outdoor Rooms".
Learn MoreSpecial Projects
The Miniature Enthusiasts of Edmonton has a number of special projects that we have worked on over the years.
Learn MoreTips and Hints
If you've got all the things on this list, you can make just about anything!
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A useful primer on mitring and framing.
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Looking for inspiration for your next roombox or miniature scene? Want to build in something entirely unique? Can't find just the right container to build that scene you've planned in your head so long?Here is a list of fifty unique containers that can be hollowed out, emptied, transformed, turned upside-down or otherwise modified into roomboxes.
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It's hard to work in a mess. Here are some ideas to help you organize everything you need.
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Series of articles taken from the November 1995 Nutshell News on decorative painting techniques for miniatures. Topics included marbling, stencilling, bambooing, spatter painting, verdigris, rubber stamping, faux wood techniques, spongework, stippling, and crackle.
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Brooke Tucker once said "Miniatures are art. And like all good art, it should be framed to enhance the art and to focus the viewers attention." This tutorial teaches you how to turn any picture frame into a shadow box to display your minis.
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Do you ever have a problem sanding your minis, especially delicate operations like getting laser burn off tiny breakable quarter-scale pieces? Then this sander is for you. You can easily make one for yourself out of a Braun Oral B battery operated electric toothbrush (or any other round headed electric toothbrush from the drug store).
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It's often difficult to find just the right cording to embellish miniature furniture. This article allows you to make your own from embroidery thread.
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A few short tips on improving your painting and finishing techniques.
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Hate that fabric covering an otherwise lovely wing chair? Cover it in Leather!
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Building cupboards is like building any other piece of "case" furniture. Basically, it's a box with a drawer/door on the front. These are non-working drawers/doors, and are "just for looks". Any piece of furniture that incorporates a box can be built using these techniques.
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The most useful miniaturist's tool is an X-Acto knife or other craft knife. Find out more about the different blades and their uses.
Read More2024 MEE SHOW and Sale
People's Choice 2021 WINNERS
People's Choice 2020 WINNERS
Rehoming Your Miniatures
- We accept donations of miniatures for the use and benefit of the MEE club.
- We will also provide advice to those who wish to sell the miniature estate themself.
Please email Patricia Makarowski (isettamom@gmail.com), our Estate Donation Coordinator, for help. Someone will be in touch with you to help you with rehoming your miniatures.
Club ByLaws and Operational Guidelines
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