Scale Miniatures
Handmade in 1:12 scale
I’m proud to be an Artisan with the International Guild of Miniature Artisans. Miniatures have been a passion of mine since I was a kid. You can follow my work on Instagram @craiglabenzminiatures or on my Facebook page, Craig Labenz Miniatures. You can now buy a selection of my miniatures online at store.www.craiglabenz.com.
Online StoreClasses Mailing List
Upcoming Classes:
New England Cupboard
I’ve now started releasing sessions for my New England Cupboard class! Register online and I’ll mail you materials and some essential supplies. This is a self-guided class so you can work at your own pace. The lessons are a combination of written instruction, videos and photos.
Pennsylvania Bucket Bench
The fourth session of my online Pennsylvania Bucket Bench class is now open for enrollment. Register online and I’ll mail you materials and some essential supplies. This is a self-guided class so you can work at your own pace. The lessons are a combination of written instruction, videos and photos.
2026 Guild School
June 2026
Castine, Maine
In June I’ll be teaching a 48-hour class at the International Guild of Miniature Artisans Guild School in Castine, Maine.
Upcoming Shows:
Tom Bishop Chicago
April 6 – 12, 2026
Kensington Dollshouse Festival, London
November 28 – 29, 2026
Here’s a look at what I’ve been up to on Instagram:
Now available!
Miniature 1/2th scale Regency Cottage Tea Caddies.
These tea caddies have been a little passion project for the last year — a surprisingly complicated project. Tea caddies like this were made in England in the first part of the 19th century. When I first stumbled up one online, I fell in love.
The roof is hinged, and when opened, reveals a lid covering two faux-zinc compartments for loose leaf tea.
I handed-painted each of these so they’re all uniquely charming. You can find them on my storefront: store.craiglabenz.com.
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Happy Thanksgiving!
If you’re taking the time to read this, *thank you*. If you’ve ever liked a photo of one of my miniature pieces of furniture, or taken the time to comment on one of my posts or sent a word of encouragement, *thank you*. If you’ve ever taken one of my miniatures classes, *thank you* (seriously, thank you so much!). And if you’ve ordered one of my pieces or bought one of my 1/12th scale miniatures at a show, *thank you* from the bottom of my heart.
I’m incredibly lucky to be able to pursue this dream of making miniatures, and I could not do it without you. I’m grateful for you. ❤️ - Craig
Happy Howl-o-ween from puppy Bennet! (He was so tiny!!! 🥰)
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UPDATE: Session 2 is sold out! Thank you to everyone who signed up! (I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it).
I plan to release another session of this class so if you weren’t able to register now there will be another chance. I always announce new classes and pieces for sale to my email list first, so be sure to sign up.
To get more info go to https://www.craiglabenz.com/classes/
In my new online class you’ll make a miniature 19th century New England Cupboard. Students will learn about using a jeweler’s saw, joinery, aged finishing techniques, installing hinges and more!
Lessons are self-guided online with a mix of videos, written instructions and photos.
After registering, I’ll mail you class supplies including precut cherry components, paint, custom hinges, and essential tools and supplies. Students will also need some tools and supplies of their own that I’ll specify on a materials list.
Initial enrollment is limited to 12 students.
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Learn how to make miniature furniture, Online class to make 1/12th scale dollhouse furniture, Miniatures how-to, 1/12th scale do-it-yourself, Dollhouse furniture, Miniature woodworking, How to apply miniature hinges, Handmade miniature furniture, Handcrafted dollhouse furniture, 1/12th scale miniatures, Scale model, Miniature artist, International Guild of Miniature Artisans, IGMA
Did you know that I make the custom miniature hinges for my New England Cupboard class? They’re replicas of the hinges that were on the original cupboard.
Signup now! There are still two spots left in Session #2.
You can register on my website at www.craiglabenz.com/classes (link in bio), and then I’ll mail you class supplies including precut cherry components, essential tools/supplies and paint. Lessons are self-guided online with a mix of written instructions, photos and videos.
#craiglabenzminiatures
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Learn how to make miniature furniture, Online class to make 1/12th scale dollhouse furniture, Miniatures how-to, 1/12th scale do-it-yourself, Dollhouse furniture, Miniature woodworking, How to apply miniature hinges, Handmade miniature furniture, Handcrafted dollhouse furniture, 1/12th scale miniatures, Scale model, Miniature artist, International Guild of Miniature Artisans, IGMA
New online class is open for registration!
www.craiglabenz.com/classes
In my new online class you’ll make a miniature 19th century New England Cupboard. I love this piece with its scroll-cut edges framing the upper shelves, and the simple door below. And you’ll have a choice of red or grey to finish it.
This project builds on the skills introduced in my online Bucket Bench class (available now!). Students will learn about using a jeweler’s saw, joinery, aged finishing techniques, installing hinges and more!
Lessons are self-guided online with a mix of videos, written instructions and photos.
After registering, I’ll mail you class supplies including precut cherry components, paint, custom hinges, and essential tools and supplies. Students will also need some tools and supplies of their own that I’ll specify on a materials list.
Initial enrollment is limited to 12 students.
#craiglabenzminiatures
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Learn how to make miniature furniture, Online class to make 1/12th scale dollhouse furniture, Miniatures how-to, 1/12th scale do-it-yourself, Dollhouse furniture, Miniature woodworking, How to apply miniature hinges, Handmade miniature furniture, Handcrafted dollhouse furniture, 1/12th scale miniatures, Scale model, Miniature artist, International Guild of Miniature Artisans, IGMA
New online class coming October 1st!
In my new online class you’ll make a miniature 19th century New England Cupboard. I love this piece with its scroll-cut edges framing the upper shelves, and the simple door below. And you’ll have a choice of red or grey to finish it.
This project builds on the skills introduced in my online Bucket Bench class (available now!). Students will learn about using a jeweler’s saw, joinery, aged finishing techniques, installing hinges and more!
Lessons are self-guided online with a mix of videos, written instructions and photos.
After registering, I’ll mail you class supplies including precut cherry components, paint, custom hinges, and essential tools and supplies. Students will also need some tools and supplies of their own that I’ll specify on a materials list.
***I’ll release the class first to my email list so be sure to sign up! (link in bio)***
Initial enrollment is limited to 12 students.
#craiglabenzminiatures
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Learn how to make miniature furniture, Online class to make 1/12th scale dollhouse furniture, Miniatures how-to, 1/12th scale do-it-yourself, Dollhouse furniture, Miniature woodworking, How to apply miniature hinges, Handmade miniature furniture, Handcrafted dollhouse furniture, 1/12th scale miniatures, Scale model, Miniature artist, International Guild of Miniature Artisans, IGMA
I made this 1/12th scale croquet set as an auction donation for IGMA’s Guild School last June. I turned the playing pieces from Swiss Pear on my lathe, and painted the stripes with artist oils. I made the box from reclaimed Pacific Northwest Douglas fir.
The outside of the box has a faded label for the “Castine Croquet Club” and a lighthouse — a nod to Castine, Maine where Guild School is held each year.
🗓️ In my Guild School class next summer, we’ll make a mid-century Hans Wegner folding chair with a woven seat (not this croquet set). If you’re thinking about attending, the deadline to pre-register for Guild School 2026 is September 14! #linkinbio
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