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Stephen Pepin of Showcase Displays
resides in Fountain Hills, AZ with his wife and two children.
He is originally from Montreal, Canada and started playing in model
railroading when he was 12. In 2003 he visited Salem, Massachusetts,
around Halloween time and came across Department 56 Halloween buildings
in the front window of small gift shop. The passion for villages ignited
at that very moment, and over time became a small business, Showcase
Displays, LLC. Stephen now has over 200 Department 56 buildings, and his main collection series are Christmas in the City, Snow Village Halloween, and Winters Frost, but he also collects his favorite pieces of all the other village series that are displayed in vignette scenes. Stephen writes the Village Workshop column for Village D-Lights, showing various ways to enhance displays and creating different projects. In addition, he creates store displays for Millie's Hallmark in Phoenix, AZ, where he also teaches display classes on a regular basis. If you had a chance to attend the 2011 gathering in Arizona, you may have seen Stephen's presentation of a vertical display feature a Halloween train scene. Then at the 2012 gathering in Chicago, Stephen demonstrated 20 tips and techniques to enhance displays through lighting and special effects. On-line: www.showcase-displays.com |
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The Little Traveler, a landmark of Geneva, IL since 1922 is one of our newest Associate Member!
Located in the west area of Chicago, it was originally a home to one of Geneva's most prominent families.
This awe-inspiring 33 room retail establishment serves as the perfect setting for Department 56 enthusiasts. The village area has recently been remodeled by Jill Schlung, Display Artist for Department 56. All current products in the Christmas village lines are beautifully displayed in a 20' x 16' blue room with white rattan cabinetry. Even in the middle of summer, it's Christmas at The Little Traveler. The Christmas villages aren't all that has its' own space, Halloween is designated in its own area on an 8' x 4' display. The Little Traveler's commitment to Department 56 products has earned Platinum Key Dealer status. With that, the location will receive Early Release and Exclusive pieces with this very special designation. In further appreciation to its clientele, The Little Traveler offers a Club 56 card. When you purchases five buildings, a discount is offered on a sixth. There are also special incentives with multiple purchases of buildings and accessories. In the fall, customers are invited to attend seminars which feature display tips and the latest news. Address: Little Traveler Bev Nickelson 404 S Third Street Geneva, IL 60134 Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sundays 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Phone: 630-232-4200 Fax: 630-232-0970 Email: bev@littletraveler.com On-line: www.littletraveler.com |
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Pioneer Communications, Inc. publishes
Village D-Lights, a targeted publication showcasing the
Department 56® Village collections and displays. Village D-Lights,
published 6 times per year, is a full color glossy publication serving
Village enthusiasts. Regular contributors include the National Council
of 56 Clubs and Department 56® representative Melinda Seegers. Publishing six times per year the magazine is available by subscription on the Pioneer Communications website and in giftware shops. Pioneer Communications magazines are designed to serve the collector Treasures: Antiques to Modern Collecting is their newest magazine. This magazine is available only through subscription and is published monthly. Village D-Lights is also the publisher of the NEW Village D-tails. Published in June, 2013, this book is similar in format to the 2006 edition of the Greenbook, Village D-tails will include trusted information that has been the industry "bible" for years, featuring updates on all the villages. For 2013 - pre-order the Village D-Tails Price Guide & Handbook Combo and SAVE!! Sale price for both is $32.00. Address: Pioneer Communications 300 Walnut Street, Suite 6 Des Moines, IA 50309 877-899-9977 Fax: (319) 824-3414 Email: Linda Kruger at Village D-Lights On-line: www.villaged-lights.com |
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