Creating 1:12 scale miniatures of whatever strikes my fancy.
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Last updated on Dec 23, 2025
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About Thumbwick
Sales
2,841
On Etsy since 2016
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Designing an entire room setting is one of my favorite ways to be creative. -
Creating a scene to show one of my creations in use is always fun. -
Dollhouse 1:12 scale 1970's style banana seat bike with daisy basket that I created in 2018. -
Tiny signs of summer. The miniature charcoal BBQ grill is the first item I created and sold in my Etsy shop. -
Sometimes I like finding a vintage miniature and completely remaking it into something new, like this trundle bed set.
Shop members
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Margie Palecek
Owner, Curator, Artisan
I have been making 1:12 scale dollhouse miniatures for over 20 years. I love being able to create a piece so realistic that it is hard to believe it is miniature or creating that special designer piece that will complete a miniature setting.
Production partners
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Printful
Chatsworth, CA
Company that prints my graphic on items and ships them to the customer.
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Laser cutting services
Portland, TX
Laser cutting services
Shop policies
Last updated on Dec 7, 2020
Shipping
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Customs and import taxes
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Cancellations: not accepted
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Last updated on
Dec 17, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Refunds
I require contact within 14 days of receipt if you wish to return an item. Please view photos and read descriptions so you know what you are getting when you order. I do want you to be happy with your purchase. If your order is damaged or wrong in any way, please contact me via email, and I will make it right. In some cases I will simply ship you a new item. In some cases I will provide a shipping label for return.
Order preparation time
I don't list an item unless it is ready to ship. I always attempt to ship items the next business day after an order is placed. Please allow me three days at the most, as there are times when "life happens", and I am unable to ship your order the next day.
Shipping options
A few of my items are able to be shipped in a regular first-class envelope. If it can be shipped this way, I will offer it. Most items ship via USPS Ground Advantage, which is usually the least expensive option, and has tracking and insurance. This can take from 2 - 7 business days to arrive. However, there is an option to pay additional for 2 - 3 day Priority Mail shipping, if you choose.
Custom and personalized orders
I do accept custom requests on some of my items. In the case of a custom order, I will let you know the estimated time it will take me to fill your order, and if there will be any additional charges.
Regarding the pricing of my artisan-crafted items
Some of my creations are priced higher based on the time it took me to build or customize them. As an artist, I do not try to compete with the price of mass-produced items. My artisan-crafted items are priced for their uniqueness - waiting for that perfect owner. In all honesty - some of the pieces I create, I can barely stand to part with, so I set a price that makes me feel better about letting them go. I want them to go to someone who might appreciate them as much as I do.
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