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In Miniature Style II: Over 40 How-To Projects

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Miniature Style II has some truly wonderful miniature projects. I'm looking forward to making the adorable dress from the famous doll artist Lucie Winsky. Some other projects I am excited about are the Tudor furniture by Lori Rosemann, An Olde-World Finish by C. Verstraete, Fun Frugal Flowers by Lori Rosemann, and the Hand-crocheted Afghan by Mary Ann Bresnahan. The instructions are easy to understand and the color photos are nice and large. If you love making miniatures, you can't go wrong with this book.

This is a wonderful book with lots of pictures and easy to understand projects for people who work with miniatures. There are clearly defined chapters with many different types of scenes and ideas as well as step by step instructions to make many of the included miniature scenes. I got Chris' first book In Miniature Style, as an e-book and I am very glad I got this one in hard copy because it is great to have as a reference. Great job Chris!!!

This is a real feast for the eyes. Lots of fabulous tutorials, patterns and projects to suit and be enjoyed by all miniaturist from those just starting out to professional makers! I cannot wait to kick off my shoes, grab myself a huge mug of hot chocolate and indulge myself in Christine's book again soon! Kat the hat lady :-)

I recommend this book because I truly enjoyed reading it and this book covers so many different topics in miniatures. Some of my favorites were the "How To" projects for, creating a porch scene, making wire and glue flowers, and how to make an easy chair and to dress and wig a store display bust. One of my favorites were done by Chris herself on how to create a vignette with an "Old World" finish. I had the opportunity to see it in person and I must say that this looks even better in person. This book was also delightful because it has several patterns to go along with the projects. No matter what your skill level is, you can create any of these projects for your dollhouse or vignette scenes in miniature. This book also covers different scales and even have patterns that goes along with the instructions to several projects. The final thing I really thought was wonderful is the fact that I can read and view it on my iPod Touch.

In Miniature Style II is a high quality soft-cover book with 130 pages of over 40 easy to read how-to projects for beginning miniaturists and pro's alike. The book measures 8x10" and includes many beautiful color pictures throughout. Christine Verstraete is a master story teller and adds a special flair to the articles which make them a joy to read. At least twelve miniature artists have contributed to this book including Chris herself who has a vast knowledge of miniatures. Articles include tips for designing your miniature project, meeting professional doll artists, how-to's for structures, furnishings, flowers & decorating, foods, soft goods, and miniature doll clothing including patterns. If you love miniatures this book is a must for your library.

IN MINIATURE STYLE II was chosen as a finalist Feb. 21, 2012 for Best Miniatures Product from 2011 in the Miniatures.[...] Readers' Choice Awards. One winner will be chosen in a second round of voting from Feb. 22 to Mar. 1. The category includes books and other products.

For anyone who wants to create in miniature size this book has a wide variety of projects and as one of the contributers, I have to say that I plan to do many of the other projects for fun and added experience in a world of little things. I have experienced many of the types of projects but each time it gets better so join me in the fun!
Bonnie Glazier
Bonnie's Miniatures
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In Mini Style II is an outstanding source of ideas and instructions for the miniaturist. All levels are accommodated, from the intrigued beginner to the expert craftsperson, from using found objects to crocheting the most detailed afghan. I especially liked the ideas around finding a "structure" in which to "plant" a miniature scene, like a soda fountain inside an empty ice cream container. The text is fun and inspiring to read and all the instructions are very clear.