Workshops
Discover the Art of Miniature Creation!
Unleash your creativity and experience the magic of miniature artistry! Our talented instructors will guide you through an exciting, hands-on workshop where imagination meets craftsmanship. You'll learn professional techniques, develop new skills, and discover the satisfaction of transforming tiny details into extraordinary works of art.
Whether you're picking up your first paintbrush or you're a seasoned miniaturist, our workshops are designed to inspire every level of creator. Enjoy personalized instruction, premium materials, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere where creativity thrives and every project is uniquely your own.
Leave with more than a beautiful miniature—you'll take home new skills, fresh inspiration, lasting memories, and the confidence to continue creating long after the workshop ends. Join us and discover why the smallest creations often make the biggest impression!
2026 Portland workshops October 16-18
Bring timeless elegance to your miniature collection with this charming Pavilion Conservatory Workshop, a beautifully crafted dollhouse structure designed to showcase your favorite furnishings and décor.
Measuring approximately 10.5" wide x 11" deep, this light-filled pavilion features a classic conservatory design with a detailed grid roof, graceful arched side windows, and decorative sliding stained-glass style panels that create a welcoming garden-inspired atmosphere. The black-and-white checkered floor adds a touch of European charm, making it perfect for a tea room, garden room, artist's studio, boutique, or elegant dining space.
This workshop comes fully furnished and accessorized, including the table, chairs, wall décor, floral accents, and other miniature accessories shown, allowing you to display and enjoy it immediately. Every detail has been thoughtfully selected to create a cohesive and inviting scene.
Features:
Dimensions: 10.5" W x 11" D
Elegant conservatory/pavilion design
Decorative stained-glass style sliding panels
Detailed checkered flooring
Open-front display for easy viewing and access
Furniture and accessories included
Whether displayed on a shelf, tabletop, or as part of a larger miniature village, this Pavilion Conservatory Workshop offers a beautiful ready-to-enjoy miniature setting filled with character and charm.
Class Date: 10/16/2026
Class Time: 8AM - 9PM
Master Modern Dollhouse Wiring with Lighting Expert Carl Sahlberg
Have you always wanted to add realistic lighting to your dollhouse or room box but weren't sure where to start? This is your opportunity to learn from one of the miniature industry's most respected lighting experts!
Join Carl Sahlberg for an immersive, hands-on workshop that will take the mystery out of dollhouse wiring. Whether you're building your first miniature project or looking to upgrade an older lighting system, this class will give you the knowledge and confidence to wire with success.
📅 Date: October 16
🕙 Time: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
📍 Location: Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel; 8235 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97220
💲 Cost: $100.00
Please bring your own lunch for this full-day workshop.
What You'll Learn
This is far more than a basic wiring class! Carl will guide you through today's best practices for creating reliable, beautiful miniature lighting while showing you how to modernize traditional wiring techniques.
During this hands-on workshop you'll learn how to:
Conceal wiring inside your dollhouse or room box for a professional finish.
Install and work with both 12-volt and 3-volt LED lighting systems.
Understand modern DC power supplies and why they outperform traditional transformers.
Solder electrical connections for stronger, longer-lasting results.
Replace outdated methods like wiring brads with more dependable techniques.
Integrate new lighting technology with existing dollhouse wiring systems.
Choose the right lighting products for your project.
Troubleshoot common wiring problems and have your questions answered by an expert.
Why Take This Class?
Lighting transforms a miniature project. It highlights every carefully crafted detail, creates warmth and realism, and truly brings your miniature world to life.
Carl's approach makes wiring simple, safe, and enjoyable—even for beginners. You'll leave with practical skills you can immediately apply to your own projects and the confidence to continue wiring future creations.
All classroom materials and supplies are provided, and the specialized tools used during class will be available for purchase afterward. Carl will also have his lighting products available for demonstration and purchase.
Limited Seating
Space is limited to ensure plenty of individual instruction. Reserve your seat today by submitting your deposit before the class fills.
Personal Wiring Appointments Available
Carl will also be available for private dollhouse wiring appointments from Oct 19 -TBA.
For appointment information, contact PNW Miniature Shows or call Carl Sahlberg directly at 317-414-3921.
Whether you're wiring your very first dollhouse or upgrading an existing masterpiece, this workshop will give you the skills to illuminate your miniature creations with confidence.
Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your enthusiasm—we'll provide everything else!
Master Modern Dollhouse Wiring with Lighting Expert Carl Sahlberg
Light Up Your Miniature World: A Hands-On LED Lighting Workshop
Discover just how easy—and fun—it can be to bring your miniature world to life with LED lighting! This engaging, hands-on workshop with Carl Sahlberg is designed to give you a better understanding of LEDs while teaching you practical techniques you can immediately use in your dollhouses, room boxes, and miniature projects.
We’ll begin with a little LED education and then jump into creative, hands-on projects where you’ll put your new knowledge to work. You’ll learn how to modify existing miniature lighting, create new lights, and explore simple ways to make your lighting projects brighter, more versatile, and easier to use.
✨ A Special Focus of This Workshop
One of the most exciting things you’ll learn is how to convert your existing miniature lights to LED technology!
Convert almost any dollhouse light with a screw-base bulb to an LED.
Convert a 12-volt light with a screw-base bulb into a 3-volt, button-battery-powered light.
Learn creative ways to use LEDs to make custom lamps and miniature lighting.
Discover techniques that can help you get more use out of the lights you already own.
You won’t just watch—you’ll make, experiment, and create! By the end of the class, you’ll leave with several custom-made lamps or lights, helpful handouts, and a generous supply of LEDs to take home so you can continue creating your own miniature lighting projects.
📅 Date: October 15
🕙 Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel
8235 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97220
💲 Cost: $110.00
What You’ll Learn
The basics of LEDs—including how they work and why they are ideal for miniature lighting.
The difference between various LED types, sizes, colors, and power sources.
How to safely work with LEDs in your miniature projects.
How to convert screw-base dollhouse bulbs to LED lighting.
How to convert 12-volt screw-base lights to 3-volt button-battery operation.
Simple wiring techniques you can use for custom lighting projects.
Creative ways to make your own miniature lamps and light fixtures.
How to incorporate LEDs into existing dollhouse rooms, furniture, accessories, and displays.
Tips for planning, hiding wires, and achieving a clean, professional-looking installation.
Hands-on techniques you can continue using long after the workshop is over.
Why Take This Class?
Whether you are completely new to miniature lighting or already have experience wiring your dollhouse, this class offers practical skills you can put to work right away.
Learn from Carl Sahlberg, a nationally recognized miniature artisan and electronics specialist known for his expertise in dollhouse lighting and electrical systems. Carl makes the technical side of miniature lighting approachable, understandable, and—most importantly—fun!
You’ll have the opportunity to:
Turn ordinary miniature lights into LED lights.
Give new life to lights you already own.
Learn how to create battery-powered lighting without relying on your dollhouse's main electrical system.
Create finished projects you can proudly take home.
Ask questions and receive individual guidance throughout the class.
Build confidence to tackle your own lighting projects.
Leave with supplies and knowledge that can inspire many more lighting projects at home.
This is more than a class—it’s an opportunity to discover how much more you can do with the lights and miniatures you already love.
🎟️ Limited Seating
Space is limited to ensure plenty of hands-on experience and individual instruction. This workshop is expected to be popular, so reserve your seat early by submitting your deposit before the class fills.
🔌 Personal Wiring Appointments Available
Want to take your dollhouse lighting to the next level? Carl will also be available for private dollhouse wiring appointments beginning October 19 – TBA.
For appointment information, contact PNW Miniature Shows or call Carl Sahlberg directly at 317-414-3921.
Whether you're lighting your very first dollhouse, converting existing fixtures to LEDs, or upgrading an existing masterpiece, this workshop will give you practical skills, creative ideas, and the confidence to illuminate your miniature creations.
Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your enthusiasm—we’ll provide everything else!
Please note the following:
The pictures depict similar items but not the same or exact. Quantity if limited to different beads, globes, animal figures, etc.
This is a three-hour afternoon workshop. Please bring a snack or meal if desired.
2026 Seattle workshops
Master Modern Dollhouse Wiring with Lighting Expert Carl Sahlberg
Light Up Your Miniature World: A Hands-On LED Lighting Workshop
Discover just how easy—and fun—it can be to bring your miniature world to life with LED lighting! This engaging, hands-on workshop with Carl Sahlberg is designed to give you a better understanding of LEDs while teaching you practical techniques you can immediately use in your dollhouses, room boxes, and miniature projects.
We’ll begin with a little LED education and then jump into creative, hands-on projects where you’ll put your new knowledge to work. You’ll learn how to modify existing miniature lighting, create new lights, and explore simple ways to make your lighting projects brighter, more versatile, and easier to use.
✨ A Special Focus of This Workshop
One of the most exciting things you’ll learn is how to convert your existing miniature lights to LED technology!
Convert almost any dollhouse light with a screw-base bulb to an LED.
Convert a 12-volt light with a screw-base bulb into a 3-volt, button-battery-powered light.
Learn creative ways to use LEDs to make custom lamps and miniature lighting.
Discover techniques that can help you get more use out of the lights you already own.
You won’t just watch—you’ll make, experiment, and create! By the end of the class, you’ll leave with several custom-made lamps or lights, helpful handouts, and a generous supply of LEDs to take home so you can continue creating your own miniature lighting projects.
📅 Date: October 15
🕙 Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel
8235 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97220
💲 Cost: $110.00
What You’ll Learn
The basics of LEDs—including how they work and why they are ideal for miniature lighting.
The difference between various LED types, sizes, colors, and power sources.
How to safely work with LEDs in your miniature projects.
How to convert screw-base dollhouse bulbs to LED lighting.
How to convert 12-volt screw-base lights to 3-volt button-battery operation.
Simple wiring techniques you can use for custom lighting projects.
Creative ways to make your own miniature lamps and light fixtures.
How to incorporate LEDs into existing dollhouse rooms, furniture, accessories, and displays.
Tips for planning, hiding wires, and achieving a clean, professional-looking installation.
Hands-on techniques you can continue using long after the workshop is over.
Why Take This Class?
Whether you are completely new to miniature lighting or already have experience wiring your dollhouse, this class offers practical skills you can put to work right away.
Learn from Carl Sahlberg, a nationally recognized miniature artisan and electronics specialist known for his expertise in dollhouse lighting and electrical systems. Carl makes the technical side of miniature lighting approachable, understandable, and—most importantly—fun!
You’ll have the opportunity to:
Turn ordinary miniature lights into LED lights.
Give new life to lights you already own.
Learn how to create battery-powered lighting without relying on your dollhouse's main electrical system.
Create finished projects you can proudly take home.
Ask questions and receive individual guidance throughout the class.
Build confidence to tackle your own lighting projects.
Leave with supplies and knowledge that can inspire many more lighting projects at home.
This is more than a class—it’s an opportunity to discover how much more you can do with the lights and miniatures you already love.
🎟️ Limited Seating
Space is limited to ensure plenty of hands-on experience and individual instruction. This workshop is expected to be popular, so reserve your seat early by submitting your deposit before the class fills.
🔌 Personal Wiring Appointments Available
Want to take your dollhouse lighting to the next level? Carl will also be available for private dollhouse wiring appointments beginning October 19 – TBA.
For appointment information, contact PNW Miniature Shows or call Carl Sahlberg directly at 317-414-3921.
Whether you're lighting your very first dollhouse, converting existing fixtures to LEDs, or upgrading an existing masterpiece, this workshop will give you practical skills, creative ideas, and the confidence to illuminate your miniature creations.
Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your enthusiasm—we’ll provide everything else!
Please note the following:
The pictures depict similar items but not the same or exact. Quantity if limited to different beads, globes, animal figures, etc.
This is a three-hour afternoon workshop. Please bring a snack or meal if desired.
Bring timeless elegance to your miniature collection with this charming Pavilion Conservatory Workshop, a beautifully crafted dollhouse structure designed to showcase your favorite furnishings and décor.
Measuring approximately 10.5" wide x 11" deep, this light-filled pavilion features a classic conservatory design with a detailed grid roof, graceful arched side windows, and decorative sliding stained-glass style panels that create a welcoming garden-inspired atmosphere. The black-and-white checkered floor adds a touch of European charm, making it perfect for a tea room, garden room, artist's studio, boutique, or elegant dining space.
This workshop comes fully furnished and accessorized, including the table, chairs, wall décor, floral accents, and other miniature accessories shown, allowing you to display and enjoy it immediately. Every detail has been thoughtfully selected to create a cohesive and inviting scene.
Features:
Dimensions: 10.5" W x 11" D
Elegant conservatory/pavilion design
Decorative stained-glass style sliding panels
Detailed checkered flooring
Open-front display for easy viewing and access
Furniture and accessories included
Whether displayed on a shelf, tabletop, or as part of a larger miniature village, this Pavilion Conservatory Workshop offers a beautiful ready-to-enjoy miniature setting filled with character and charm.
Class Date: 10/16/2026
Class Time: 8AM - 9PM
Master Modern Dollhouse Wiring with Lighting Expert Carl Sahlberg
Have you always wanted to add realistic lighting to your dollhouse or room box but weren't sure where to start? This is your opportunity to learn from one of the miniature industry's most respected lighting experts!
Join Carl Sahlberg for an immersive, hands-on workshop that will take the mystery out of dollhouse wiring. Whether you're building your first miniature project or looking to upgrade an older lighting system, this class will give you the knowledge and confidence to wire with success.
📅 Date: October 16
🕙 Time: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
📍 Location: Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel; 8235 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97220
💲 Cost: $100.00
Please bring your own lunch for this full-day workshop.
What You'll Learn
This is far more than a basic wiring class! Carl will guide you through today's best practices for creating reliable, beautiful miniature lighting while showing you how to modernize traditional wiring techniques.
During this hands-on workshop you'll learn how to:
Conceal wiring inside your dollhouse or room box for a professional finish.
Install and work with both 12-volt and 3-volt LED lighting systems.
Understand modern DC power supplies and why they outperform traditional transformers.
Solder electrical connections for stronger, longer-lasting results.
Replace outdated methods like wiring brads with more dependable techniques.
Integrate new lighting technology with existing dollhouse wiring systems.
Choose the right lighting products for your project.
Troubleshoot common wiring problems and have your questions answered by an expert.
Why Take This Class?
Lighting transforms a miniature project. It highlights every carefully crafted detail, creates warmth and realism, and truly brings your miniature world to life.
Carl's approach makes wiring simple, safe, and enjoyable—even for beginners. You'll leave with practical skills you can immediately apply to your own projects and the confidence to continue wiring future creations.
All classroom materials and supplies are provided, and the specialized tools used during class will be available for purchase afterward. Carl will also have his lighting products available for demonstration and purchase.
Limited Seating
Space is limited to ensure plenty of individual instruction. Reserve your seat today by submitting your deposit before the class fills.
Personal Wiring Appointments Available
Carl will also be available for private dollhouse wiring appointments from Oct 19 -TBA.
For appointment information, contact PNW Miniature Shows or call Carl Sahlberg directly at 317-414-3921.
Whether you're wiring your very first dollhouse or upgrading an existing masterpiece, this workshop will give you the skills to illuminate your miniature creations with confidence.
Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your enthusiasm—we'll provide everything else!