The New Dolls' House Do-It-Yourself Book: In 1 12 and 1 16 Scale

First published as "The Dolls' House DIY Book", this is a revised edition containing comprehensive advice and step-by-step instructions for dolls' houses as varied as a Tudor cottage, a Victorian town-house and a modern house, with fixtures and fittings, furniture and accessories. There are chapters on making dolls, making cupboard houses, renovating old dolls' houses and miniature gardening, as well as tips on making the most of dolls' house kits and a review of the commercial materials, supplies and miniatures available. No specialist knowledge or tools are necessary, and there are projects for both the beginner and the experienced miniaturist. "The first seven chapters describe how to plan, build, decorate, and furnish the house, while the remaining sections contain specific projects including gardens and dolls...The many original tips and tricks, and the fact that most furniture projects are suitable for beginners, make this a good introduction to a popular hobby."—LJ. "...superb...Imaginative suggestions will have you scurrying around looking for old discarded items..."—Doll Castle News. The first seven chapters describe how to plan, build, decorate, and furnish the house, while the remaining sections contain specific projects including gardens and dolls ... The many original tips and tricks, and the fact that most furniture projects are suitable for beginners, make this a good introduction to a popular hobby Contains advice and step-by-step instructions for dolls' houses as varied as a Tudor cottage, a Victorian town-house and a modern house, with fixtures and fittings, furniture and accessories. No specialist knowledge or tools are necessary, and there are projects for all levels of ability.