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Greetings!
 
Customers have been raving about our latest Hobby Builders Supply catalog and all the wonderful new pieces by JBM, Reutter Porzellan and also the smaller hand crafters. We thought we'd take a moment to spotlight some of your favorites here. We think you'll agree that the attention to scale, material and detail truly make for exceptionally unique pieces you'll treasure for a lifetime. 
Sir Thomas Thumb


Sir Thomas Thumb
Because we always aim to provide you with the best selection of high quality artisan miniatures, we are especially pleased to introduce the work of Sir Thomas Thumb, known to collectors for more than 35 years as the source for highly accurate replicas of everyday items from earlier eras. Each piece is made using the original molds, jigs and careful finishing techniques developed by the company's founders. All wooden pieces are handcut and metal parts are handcast; the materials are finished with hand applied patinas that make them look as if they have been used for years. 
Sportsman's Miniatures by Terry Harville
Re-Curve Bow with Arrows
Re-Curve Bow with Arrows
Terry Harville's collector quality sportsman's miniatures are hand crafted with careful attention to detail. This bow is made of varnished and painted wood with a taut string; the two arrows are painted wood with sturdy fletchings. (Mini Katniss would be proud to own this.) 
Dueling Pistols in Wooden Case
Dueling Pistols in Wooden Case
Also by Terry Harville is this true-to-life replica from the Old West. The varnished wooden case is lined with green felt, and the two removable pistols are crafted of varnished wood and accented with metal hardware and painted details. Ram rod also included, of course.  

Spice Up Your Kitchen with Reutter Porzellan
Wood-Fired Pizza Oven by Reutter Porzellan
Wood-Fired Pizza Oven
This extremely detailed cast resin piece is finished using varied painting techniques resulting in an authentic patina. Corner-shaped for a patio or rustic kitchen. It features a lower recess for the fire and an upper oven for baking pizza and bread. 
French Provincial Hood
French Provincial Hood
As with the Pizza Oven at left, this antique inspired piece is crafted of cast resin and finished with an elaborate painting process that renders an extremely realistic product. This range hood will serve as the focal point of the most important room of your dollhouse.   
Tuscan Rooster Kitchen Sink by Reutter Porzellan
Tuscan Rooster Kitchen Sink 
This wooden cabinet and hutch has a built-in, hand decorated porcelain sink and wooden lattice wine rack. The cabinet is stocked with plenty of non-removable kitchen accessories and Tuscan rooster items. Doors and drawers open for storing your own kitchen essentials. 

I hope you have enjoyed perusing a few of our most popular artisan minis. There are countless more treasures to explore by these brands and so many others in the latest electronic edition of our Hobby Builder Supply catalog. I hope you'll check it out and let us know which pieces and collections speak to you most. You know how I love to hear from you all!   
Until next time,
 
Ernie Collier
HBS/miniatures.com
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