Painted dolls house

The self-taught artist decorated old boxes, furniture, strollers, toys, buckets, trays, fabrics and more.

I bought some lovely 1/24th scale wallpapers a couple of years ago at Minatura and have never found the right house to use them in so I decided to make a house specially for them. This is the result - 'La Petite Maison'. The photo isn't too clear but I hope you can see Marianne's lovely lavender and daffodils on the doorstep. This little house is on ebay right now if you want to take a look.

The exterior of our finished dolls house. I did give the roof another coat of paint

Dolls house

Let’s see…where did we leave off? The main rooms are about done after lots of gluing molding together and painting! I still haven’t touched the attic or the garage and have plans …

This Gothic Victorian inspired dollhouse began as a Tennyson. I liked the basic footprint for the house however, felt it needed major design changes. i added extra doors and windows, changed window sizes, and created a special brick chimney. The interior staircase was also moved. Siding was a must, and for contrast the bay was done in a vertical siding. After all the architectural construction issues were dealt with, the color pallet was next.... I had picked up a flyer at the paint store…

Discover the enchantment of the Willow Dollhouse, a medium-sized wooden dollhouse that blends elegant design with interactive play. This charming abode features 3 full-floor rooms, each inviting imaginative storytelling and pretend play. Its distinctive swing-open panel and removable roof make playtime both engaging and accessible. This delightful dollhouse promises endless hours of fun and engaging doll play, making it a perfect addition to any child's playroom. Dolls and furniture sold…

Read tips for painting 1:12 inch scale miniatures, from the type of paint and brushes to use, and how to choose the right color scheme to design a stylish and cohesive dollhouse. Use these color palettes for any kind of crafting! Ceramics, knitting, jewelry making, painting, home decor and more.

Having accidentally fallen into the world of doll's houses when buying a present for her new baby, self-confessed interiors nerd Lucy Clayton found herself thoroughly hooked. Here she recounts her family's journey through their first (but not last) miniature design project, complete with architectural advice from Ben Pentreath, roof repairs by a real builder, and pints of champagne on the dining table