We meet on the 2nd Thursday of every month (except July & August), and also band to together to produce the "OMEGA Show" in the spring of each year. We are proud to acknowledge that the Ontario Miniature Enthusiasts of Guelph Area have been operating for over 38 years. It's creative light continues to shine thanks to our enthusiastic members!
What Happens at Meetings
At the beginning of each meeting there is a small amount of business, but the workshops, show & tell sessions, guest speakers and group projects are what we truly love and are at the heart of our group.
Sometimes we are treated to the fun of a surprise!
Who Can Attend
Anyone 18 years of age or older, interested in the art of miniatures can attend our meetings and become a member. Some exceptions are occasionally made for younger members who are proven to be careful and responsible with the tools of miniature craft. At meetings we can be in the company of sharp tools (ouch!), very small parts (choking hazard), and sometimes specialty equipment and substances that can be dangerous. Currently, for the 2022/23 season, we do not have any more flower cart kits available for new members but we are always happy to speak with like-minded people who wish to know more about our club.
Membership dues are $25.00 for the year. Members are expected to help at our annual Show. Members can sign out books and magazines from our library.
What Workshops Are Like
Our members and sometimes guests, will put together an easy and interesting project for us all to complete in one night. It's all about the excitement of putting together some small item that will one day be useful in larger installments you might have, like a dollhouse or room box. There's instant gratification at an easy pace, so we can talk and laugh at the same time. The small projects usually have a fee of $1.00 to $5.00, larger projects of course have a larger price depending
on material used and the complication of the project, participation is at member's discretion.
Common toolbox items
The following items are handy to bring with you to our workshops:
- sharp Xacto knife -a cork backed ruler
- scissors (for cutting paper) - a sewing kit: needle, thread, pins and tiny sharp scissors
- glues for paper, wood etc. - maybe a bottle cap to put the glue in
- sandpaper in several weights - tweezers
- toothpicks - push pin for making a hole
- paper towel - wax paper or a tile to work on or a cutting mat extra but useful:
- a few Lego blocks to use as a squaring jig - alligator clips for clamping (the Source)
- a pin vise - wire cutters
- dental tools - super glue
- razor blade -handi wipes to keep your hands clean
and something to carry your creation home safely
Group Projects
Every year we collaborate on some sort of group project that results in something larger. This year we are making Flower Carts and lots of flowers!
For more on the OMEGA Show see our page "Annual Show".
What Happens at Meetings
At the beginning of each meeting there is a small amount of business, but the workshops, show & tell sessions, guest speakers and group projects are what we truly love and are at the heart of our group.
Sometimes we are treated to the fun of a surprise!
Who Can Attend
Anyone 18 years of age or older, interested in the art of miniatures can attend our meetings and become a member. Some exceptions are occasionally made for younger members who are proven to be careful and responsible with the tools of miniature craft. At meetings we can be in the company of sharp tools (ouch!), very small parts (choking hazard), and sometimes specialty equipment and substances that can be dangerous. Currently, for the 2022/23 season, we do not have any more flower cart kits available for new members but we are always happy to speak with like-minded people who wish to know more about our club.
Membership dues are $25.00 for the year. Members are expected to help at our annual Show. Members can sign out books and magazines from our library.
What Workshops Are Like
Our members and sometimes guests, will put together an easy and interesting project for us all to complete in one night. It's all about the excitement of putting together some small item that will one day be useful in larger installments you might have, like a dollhouse or room box. There's instant gratification at an easy pace, so we can talk and laugh at the same time. The small projects usually have a fee of $1.00 to $5.00, larger projects of course have a larger price depending
on material used and the complication of the project, participation is at member's discretion.
Common toolbox items
The following items are handy to bring with you to our workshops:
- sharp Xacto knife -a cork backed ruler
- scissors (for cutting paper) - a sewing kit: needle, thread, pins and tiny sharp scissors
- glues for paper, wood etc. - maybe a bottle cap to put the glue in
- sandpaper in several weights - tweezers
- toothpicks - push pin for making a hole
- paper towel - wax paper or a tile to work on or a cutting mat extra but useful:
- a few Lego blocks to use as a squaring jig - alligator clips for clamping (the Source)
- a pin vise - wire cutters
- dental tools - super glue
- razor blade -handi wipes to keep your hands clean
and something to carry your creation home safely
Group Projects
Every year we collaborate on some sort of group project that results in something larger. This year we are making Flower Carts and lots of flowers!
For more on the OMEGA Show see our page "Annual Show".
Community Involvement
Our Club has participated in the Festival of the Trees at the River Run Centre in Guelph, which raised funds for the St. Joseph's Health Centre.The pictures are from 2013 and 2014. It's a fun project for a worthy cause. We have also raffled off donated dollhouses with the proceeds going to the Guelph Humane Society. This year (2022) the dollhouse was won by Karen Bainbridge.
Our Club has participated in the Festival of the Trees at the River Run Centre in Guelph, which raised funds for the St. Joseph's Health Centre.The pictures are from 2013 and 2014. It's a fun project for a worthy cause. We have also raffled off donated dollhouses with the proceeds going to the Guelph Humane Society. This year (2022) the dollhouse was won by Karen Bainbridge.
