Dollhouses

Dollhouses are a favorite toy for many young girls because they can decorate the interior and exterior to mimic their idea of a dream home. As dollhouses advance, they come equipped with more...

Miniature furniture made from twigs is a perfect accessory for any rustic or forest-themed dollhouse. It's also an economical craft project, since the supplies needed for it are virtually free....

Wooden houses and doll houses are not just for good little girls to play with anymore. The doll house or miniature replica home, as enthusiasts like to refer to them these days, is a passion that...

Collecting and building miniatures remains one of America's most popular hobbies. There's something magical about seeing rooms in miniature, whether they're from your imagination or reproductions...

Building a house with shoeboxes is a fun craft. You can use the house for dolls you make or to create holiday scenes for decorations. Shoebox houses are also a great craft for an activity at a...

Many children, at some point or another, have a dream of sending their little furry friend, such as a hamster or gerbil, on a grand sailing adventure. They might create make-shift rafts out of...

Every doll needs a place to sit, whether she's half a child's size or small enough to live in a shoebox. A chair sturdy enough for a doll to sit on makes for a good beginner woodworking miniature...

Paper clay is a craft modeling product made from recycled paper pulp, binders and water. This clay dries hard when exposed to air, making it an appropriate choice for permanent projects, including...

Making homemade Barbie furniture is not only a fun craft, it's economical, eco-friendly and a self-esteem booster for kids when they take pride in what they've made or helped make. Fabrics that...

How to make a dollhouse from kit and enjoy the process and the final results. No need to have wood working skills. I will share what I learned while building my kit and you will develop your own...

People of all ages have been fascinated with miniatures for thousands of years. But while doll houses are very popular, finding accessories for doll houses can be difficult. Making your own...

Antique dolls are a classic collector's item. They are quite valuable and, consequently, quite expensive as well. Most antique dolls are made from porcelain and adorned in Victorian, medieval and...

There are a lot of different kinds of Barbie doll furniture that you can find in toy stores. However, these are usually expensive and sometimes you just can't find what you're looking for. With a...

A doll clothes closet can help keep your little girl's room tidy or even store your own collection of doll clothes. If you are tired of losing socks, shoes and accessories, a wardrobe can solve...

When I needed a contemporary style stove for the kitchen of one of my dollhouses, I wasn't satisfied with the stove I had originally bought. It looked a bit too toy like to suit me, so I decided...

Shingles give a dollhouse a realistic look. They come in a variety of colors and shapes and can be applied easily using the steps below.

Dollhouses and the miniature accessories and furniture that go with them have been popular in one form or another for centuries. These days, miniature dollhouse furniture is available at many...

Dolls are a major part of most young girls' playtime, and a doll house with doll furniture provides a perfect fit to any setup. Buying each piece can get expensive, because the prices range from a...

Although it's certainly possible to purchase just about any kind of Barbie accessory, custom-made furniture for the popular doll is a fun option. Leftover lengths of 2-by-4 boards and plywood,...

Dollhouses enchant people by inviting us into their world in miniature. Even the tiniest accessories are made with great detail. The disadvantage is that they're often expensive to buy and...

Miniature room settings for doll houses are a fun outlet for all your interior design ideas. And even though these settings are designed to look like the real thing, they don't have to have...

Dollhouse miniatures are fun, but they can be very expensive! A great way to save a bunch of money is to start making your own dollhouse accessories, starting with this super-easy, super-cute...

Even adults are enchanted by dollhouse miniatures. Dollhouses allow us a glimpse into a different world. You can create your own dollhouse miniatures fairly easily and inexpensively. Here are...

The doll house you're creating needs all the details of a full-size home to look its very best, but sometimes those details are complicated to make. Here's an easy solution to putting shingles on...

The Fairfield dollhouse is a Victorian kit made by Greenleaf. It's considered one of the company's most difficult kits to put together. The house has a tower, two fireplaces, and six rooms. It's...

Old dollhouses can be converted into a mythical fairy house if your daughter becomes tired of her regular dollhouse. Fairy houses are special houses that are said to attract "fairies" and...

When making doll hats, appearance is everything. Felt and cloth are important tools for the hobbyist, but sometimes you can get good results with less effort by simply using paper. It is easier...

Here is a pattern so you can make your very own miniature dollhouse table out of recycled materials.

Whether you have purchased a pre-made doll house or designed and built one yourself, the next step is filling it with the perfect furniture for the dolls. Doll house furniture can be simple and...

Dollhouses are a timeless and fun part of childhood--from the first moment a child sees her new dollhouse to the many hours spent playing make-believe within it's walls. Customizing your child's...

You can recreate the modern architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright by building a modern-style wooden doll house. Modern architecture is characterized by the sharp angles and gravity defying...

A rocking chair made out of clothespins can be used for a varietey of decorative purposes. The finished rocking chair is full of unique character and adds charm to any shelf or mantle. This is a...

It's fun and easy to design and build a roombox from scratch or build one from a kit. The materials are inexpensive and easy to find at most home centers. The instructions below are very...

Miniature dollhouse furniture and accessories are popular among collectors and hobbyists alike. Not only are they fun to make, but they can yield high profits. Here's how to make them.

You can easily make a fun dollhouse refrigerator using a small box with an attached lid. When you stand the box on end, the lid becomes a door that can open and close, so you can actually store...

Every little girl wants a doll house - and building a custom doll house for your tiny princess will add magic and memories for years to come. The original design for this Barbie House was built by...

Barns were designed to be simple and utilitarian, and miniature wood barns are quite simple to design. The key is to come up with an end piece that fits your tastes. The whole shape of the barn...

Making your own doll furniture out of recycled materials. It's easy, fun, and frugal. With a few simple items, that normally end up in the trash, you can create cute lamps to add to your child's...

There are many reasons to build a miniature room. Whether it's a school project, prototype for a real room or just because you enjoy making exquisite things, building miniature rooms is an...

If your family of dolls is large, you'll need an equally large home for them. Learn how to add a basement to a dollhouse kit to accommodate a larger amount of dolls.

Furnish your dollhouse with fun accessories you make yourself!

Another addition to the perfect dollhouse is hanging pictures you make yourself. Done well, these can add tremendously to the life of the dollhouse.

Here's another piece for the perfect miniature domicile: a dollhouse mirror. Better yet, make multiple mirrors--for each bathroom, as a wall decoration in the living room and perhaps to hang in a...

If you don't have the time to furnish a whole dollhouse or the space to keep one, make a mini dollhouse or roombox. A mini dollhouse is a great way to get started in a dollhouse hobby or to...

Make a house that boys and girls alike will love. From the basement to the attic, backyard to garage, this little house will provide hours of fun.

Decorating your dollhouse is an exciting journey. Each room shows a piece of your creativity. Filling your home up with miniature furniture and accessories can be an expensive project, so it can...

Dollhousing has become a very popular hobby. Adults and children alike can find great joy and satisfaction attending to their dollhouses. Furnishing your home can be an expensive project....

Decorating your doll house is a great creative outlet. You get to decide the style of design you want, buy furniture and accessories to compliment your rooms. While buying items for your miniature...

Whether the table holds a Thanksgiving feast or the afternoon mail, a table is at the center of a room. From an elaborately carved dining room heirloom piece to a simple side table, the types of...

The bed is the focal point of any bedroom. By creating a stunning bed with scraps of fabrics and some basic crafts supplies, you can create a masterpiece in any bedroom. Whether it is a master...