Maple and Moss Miniatures

06/01/2026

One of my favorite pieces in Yasemin’s collection was a miniature Turkish bride box.

It immediately reminded me of my mother-in-law’s—a place where handmade treasures, family traditions, and memories were gathered before beginning a new chapter of life.

Inside was a miniature *çeyiz bohçası*, a dowry bundle filled with the kinds of handmade items that were once carefully prepared and carried forward from one generation to the next.

What made the moment even more meaningful was seeing how Yasemin continues that same spirit today. While her miniatures celebrate traditional Turkish culture, she now works alongside her son, Burat, who helps create many of the miniature kitchen pieces through 3D printing.

Different tools.
Different generations.

The same desire to preserve what matters and carry it forward.

More of my chat with Yasemin will be in this weeks letter. You can subscribe at MapleAndMossMiniatures.com

05/30/2026

Harrison Update 🍀

Alysha removed trim from over a dozen Harrison Greenleaf windows… and now they are ready for painting!

And somewhere in the process, our favorite miniaturist’s husband accidentally made the mistake of asking,
“Need help?” (And then agreeing to keep helping 🥹)

He regrets everything.
Time to paint 🤩

05/29/2026

Building Tips with Loren Korff — Part 1

Today’s tip: custom hardwood floors 🪵

Before committing with glue, always dry fit each piece first to make sure everything lines up just right. It’s a small step that makes a huge difference.

Measure twice.
Dry fit first.
Glue once.

Sometimes the best tips are the simplest ones.

05/29/2026

05/27/2026

House Available: Victoria’s Farmhouse

Classic charm on the outside, and then jewel box surprise on the inside 😯

It’s giving farmhouse in the front, kaleidoscope in the back.

With its gorgeous structure and endless potential, this house is ready for a custom transformation. One where Alysha can help find the RIGHT colors to bring your vision to life.

Unless, of course, the jewel-tone kaleidoscope speaks to your soul… 💎🌈

However you imagine it, this farmhouse is ready for its next chapter finding its forever home 🏡

Send us an email today to reserve the house.

05/24/2026

Tiny details are where the magic lives 🍯🐝

This sweet little honey bee and honey jar set is the perfect reminder that miniature work is all about the details. The smallest touches are what bring a scene to life and turn a dollhouse into a story.

And they’re sitting pretty on the beautiful Glencroft counter — still available and ready for the right project.

Because sometimes, it’s the littlest details that make the biggest impact.

05/23/2026

A rare find and full of possibility ✨ What we make holds more than what can be seen!

This is the Real Good Toys Painted Lady kit, complete and ready for its next chapter. Alysha was especially excited to come across this one — a full kit just waiting to be assembled, customized, and brought to life.

With all its beautiful Victorian charm and endless potential for personalization, this is the kind of house that becomes something truly one of a kind.

Now we’re just waiting to find the right home (and the right builder) for it 🤍