For 36 years, dollhouse and miniatures enthusiasts have gathered for their annual show, held this year July 14 at the Holiday Inn and Conference Center, in Breinigsville.

In 1978, Lehigh Valley "Small on Scale" began when the first dollhouse exhibit was held to raise money for Lehigh Valley Child Care.

Shortly thereafter a club was formed and they have continued to raise funds each year for charitable and educational purposes.

President Mary Breidinger, of Bethlehem, said they have about 20 members who are miniatures enthusiasts who meet 7 to 9:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at Macungie Institute, 510 E. Main Street, Macungie. After a brief business meeting, members work on a project. Beginners, visitors and new members are always welcome and often miniature crafting skills are taught.

For their annual show, members work on a project to display and/or sell. This year's project was an alcove.

"Prior to the show, members were treated to a full-day workshop by Mike Barbour, of Columbia, Md., on the art of making peacocks," Breidinger said.

Barbour travels to various shows around the country and works on commissioned projects.

"Six years ago, I made a dollhouse for a friend," Barbour said. "I have always been fascinated with miniatures and come from a very crafty family," he said.

At the miniatures show July 14, vendors traveled from within Pennsylvania and from other states to display their miniatures and supplies. According to a member at the door, the show had more visitors this year than ever before.

The next show is scheduled for July 13, 2014 at the Holiday Inn and Conference Center, in Fogelsville.

Additional information about the Lehigh Valley "Small on Scale" Miniature Club can be found on their website www. lehighvalleyminiatures.com.