Dollhouses

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...

A coat of paint is an excellent tool for decorating your doll house and bringing both the interior and exterior to life. Your choice of colors can set the palette for anything from a historical...

Just as any child needs a warm and comfortable place to sleep each night, a doll needs a place to lay her head. Creating a doll bed in the perfect size and style is a good beginning project for a...

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...

While some dolls are able to stand on their own, in most cases, proper upright display of a collectible doll requires a doll stand. Making your own doll stands is not only a good way to be...

Collectible dollhouses have been popular since the 16th century, when the first known dollhouse was built for the Bavarian Duke Albert V. After that, upper class families commissioned dollhouses...

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...

Dollhouse living room furniture can be made from scaled down versions of full-size items. Miniature chairs and sofas need to match or complement the style of your dollhouse. Rustic furniture can...

Doll-house siding can be made from almost anything that you would use on a full-size home, cut to scale. Like fencing, siding is easiest to apply as prefabricated panels. It is also possible to...

Wooden Barbie dollhouse fans exist as collectors, wood crafts, and parents of Barbie dollhouse enthusiasts. Here are some simple ideas of how to make a wooden barbie dollhouses that anyone can enjoy.

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,...

Castles are majestic and often shrouded in mystery. The world of kings and queens and knights in shining armor has fascinated little girls and boys, and even many adults, for generations. With a...

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...

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...

Dollhouses have captivated children since the 17th century, when they were invented as playthings for the privileged. Today, kids still love them - and adults, who lavish even more care on the...