Mariella Vitale is a happily married mother of 2, who lives in a big house by the woods, in sunny Italy where her magic fingers give life to Muffa's Miniatures. Growing up in a crafty family, at the small age of five, Muffa's Granny taught her how to knit, crochet, and embroider. She also credits her talent to being a student of the nuns in school who would only except perfection while crafting .
Though she has grown, Muffa's love for miniature and tiny things has fueled a wonderful fire to keep the miniature magic alive. One day in 2003, while searching under the word 'miniature', Muffa stumbles upon a miniaturist that crocheted micro miniature bears. From that point Muffa started to create her tiny wonders and made it a point to strive for the tiniest she could create.
When Muffa is asked the size of her crochet hook she simply replies .05mm. This may sound like not a big deal but in reality the hook is no bigger than a sewing needle. The picture below shows what the big deal is.
Muffa creates all sorts of unusual fantasy funny animals. From bears and ducks, to gnomes and fairys, to guinea pigs and dolls. The possibilites of a creative imagination are endless.
Muffa sells her creations at a couple of different venues. I personally have a collection of minis from Mariella and her Muffa Collection. The prices of each wonder ranges from $10 to $60. Whether you are 13 or 113 the Muffa's miniatures will bring a smile to your face and a warmth to your heart. Please feel free to visit any of the sites below to open your heart and home to a wonderful miniature from a sunny house in Italy that may just begin the story of a life time.
