Artist: Pat Carlson ( Skywind )


WELCOME!

 

About Pat's Miniature Books
   I strive to make each little book with the care and authenticity you desire in a handmade creation. This takes some time and I will make yours as quickly as I can (in most cases, you'll have your order in less than 2 weeks).   If for any reason you are unhappy, return your purchase to me within 7 days of receipt for a full refund of the purchase price. (I'm sorry, but I don't offer exchanges).  All books are adult collectibles and not intended for use by children under 12.  
 
Please note:  If you have questions or special requests, please email me directly at SkywindMCM@bellsouth.net

 

Many additional titles are available on my website - PatCarlsonMIniatures.com

 


 

 




UTAMARO BIRDS Miniature Dollhouse Book

The inspiration for this original, miniature book was the "Book of Birds" which was published about 1790 when Japanese artist Kitagawa Utamaro was at the height of his career.   The front and back covers are hardbound in a lovely green colored fine parchment paper.  The front cover features a print of one of Utamaro's paintings mounted on an 18K gold paper backing.  The inside of the book opens to reveal 3 reproductions of Utamaro wood-block illustrations printed on Fine Parchment paper.

Measures 3/4 inch x 5/8 inch in the closed position, 3-3/4 inch long fully displayed
Hardbound
Illustrated
Concertina style pages
Glued binding
Matching slipcase included

©Pat Carlson




THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS - Miniature Book

 

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS - 1:12 Scale

Since its beginnings as a series of stories told to Kenneth Grahame's young son, The Wind in the Willows has gone on to become one of the best-loved children's books of all time.  The timeless story of Toad, Rat, Mole, and Badger has delighted readers of all ages for more than eighty years.

This miniature version includes all of the illustrations as drawn by Dick Cuffari and portions of the text as written by Kenneth Grahame.

Measures 15/16 inch tall x 11/16 inch wide
Handmade
Hardbound
Readable Text
Illustrated
Stitched and glued binding
Signed, numbered and dated

 




GRIMM\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'S FAIRY TALES - Miniature Book

 

GRIMM'S FAIRY TALES - 1:6 Scale

Based on the full-sized book of that title from the 1900's.  Features a beautiful cover and complimentary endpapers.  In this edition I have included illustrations from different (unknown) illustrators.  This miniature version of "Grimm's Fairy Tales" is full of condensed versions of Grimm's stories including:

Little Briar Rose
The Elves and the Shoemaker
Rapunzel
Cinderella
Red Riding Hood
Snow White and Rose Red

Measures 1-1/4" x 1-1/8" (suitable for your Hitty or

Barbie doll, or as a coffee-table sized book

for your 1:12 scale dollhouse)
Hardbound
Handmade
Readable Text
Illustrated
Stitched and glued binding
Signed, numbered and dated

 




WORLD WAR II - WWII - Miniature Scrap Book

 

WWII SCRAP BOOK - 1:12 Scale

This scrap book is a miniature replica of a real WWII scrap book that was created by Lavina Clare Ferguson in Peck, Michigan when she was a young woman.  It was passed on to her daughter, Marilyn Harms, who generously provided me with scans of the scrap book so that I could miniaturize it.

Inside the scrap book you will find pictorial reproductions of WWII era invitations, napkins, menus, photographs, news clippings, and more.

The Scrap Book is hardbound.  The cover and the pages are Fine Parchment.  It measures 1" x 3/4" (suitable for 1:12 miniature display).  Please see the quarter in the photograph to judge the size.

Measures 1 inch x 3/4 inch (Suitable for 1:12 scale

dollhouse display)
Hardbound
Stitched and glued binding
Signed, numbered and dated

 




HITTY\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'S JOURNAL - Miniature Book for Hitty

 

HITTY JOURNAL

I can just picture Hitty sitting quietly after everyone has gone to bed, secretly writing in her journal about her new adventures and the people she's met! This hand made miniature journal is a hardcover journal with side stitched binding. It is covered in Fine Linen paper and features Hitty's daguerreotype (picture) on the front cover.

Inside the journal are 14 pages, including the flyleaves. Most of the pages are lined and ready for Hitty to start writing!

Measures 1 inch tall x 1-7/16 inch wide
Handmade
Hardbound
Lined Pages
Stitched and glued binding
Signed, numbered and dated

 




DAME TROT AND HER COMICAL CAT Miniature Book

 

DAME TROT AND HER COMICAL CAT - A 1:12 SCALE MINIATURE BOOK   

A whimsical poem from the early 1900's of Dame Trot and a cat who loves high fashion.

Measures 1 inch x 3/4 inch
Hardbound
Covered in Fine Linen paper, with Fine Linen pages
Readable text
Illustrated
Stitched and Glued Binding
Signed, Numbered and Dated

 




IF by Rudyard Kipling - A Miniature Book

 

IF - a 1:6 Scale Miniature Book

A Poem written by Rudyard Kipling in a 1:6 scale Handmade Miniature Book.  Contains the entire poem.

Measures 1-5/16 inch tall x 1-1/16 inch wide
Hardbound
Readable Text
Stitched and glued binding
Signed, numbered, dated

 








Artist: Pat Carlson ( Skywind )