Buy Dolls Online » Miniature Dollhouse http://dollfuss.org Great Deals & Prices On Dolls Online Sun, 12 Jun 2011 16:26:02 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 http://dollfuss.org http://dollfuss.org/wp-content/plugins/maxblogpress-favicon/icons/favicon-20.ico Buy Dolls Online Miniature Dollhouse Furniture http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-furniture/ http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-furniture/#comments Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:19:29 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-furniture/
Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Furniture- Living Room Set Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Furniture- Living Room Set
Sale Price: $18.74

It's easy to decorate your living room with this 9-piece set of opulent living room furnishings. Featuring a camelback sofa, and a delicate "glass-front" display case, this set includes enough pieces to completely furnish a living room...

Dollhouse Miniature Cairo Floral Rug Dollhouse Miniature Cairo Floral Rug
Sale Price: $3.99

This intricately woven rug is inspired by an antique original. It has a silky "real-rug" feel and fringe on both ends. The quality is wonderful- especially at this price! Approx. 4" x 6" (without fringe)

The Beaded Dollhouse: Miniature Furniture and Accessories Made with Beads The Beaded Dollhouse: Miniature Furniture and Accessories Made with Beads
Sale Price: $10.74

With meticulous instructions and beautiful, full-color photos, internationally-renowned bead artist Nobuyo Chiba shows readers how to create charming miniature furniture and accessories out of beads. Here are directions for six complete rooms (four living rooms arranged by season and two different bedroom styles--classic and casual) including couches, floor lamps, chairs, tables, beds, bureaus, mirrors, fireplaces, chandeliers, even potted plants and a Christmas tree...

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Kitchen Furniture Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Kitchen Furniture
Sale Price: $17.24

Elegantly designed, they can also be used with any like sized doll house. The detailing on this furniture is so impeccable, you have to see it to believe it! The detailing on this furniture is so impeccable, you have to see it to believe it! Features: Intricate and realist detailing Ages 6 and up

Dollhouse Miniature Wood High Chair Dollhouse Miniature Wood High Chair
Sale Price: $5.99

Dollhouse Miniature Wood High Chair

Miniature Wooden Dollhouse Furniture dresser with mirror Miniature Wooden Dollhouse Furniture dresser with mirror
Sale Price: $1.25

Solid Wood

Dollhouse Miniature Pair of Furniture Pull Handles Dollhouse Miniature Pair of Furniture Pull Handles
Sale Price: $2.99

These handles have the look of antique brass.  3/8" Diameter

Dremel 692 6-Piece Router Bit Set Dremel 692 6-Piece Router Bit Set
Sale Price: $15.99

A valuable addition to any woodworker's Dremel rotary tool, the Dremel 692 6-Piece Router Bit Set includes six high-speed router bits made from high-grade steel. Conveniently packaged in a reusable plastic case, these bits are ideal for routing, inlaying, and mortising wood and other soft materials...

The Dollhouse Patio Furniture Kit The Dollhouse Patio Furniture Kit
Sale Price: $16.35

This durable easy-to-assemble dollhouse patio furniture will provide many hours of fun. Kit features an action loveseat that really swings, retractable lounge chairs that realy move, a serving cart and table with an Umbrella...

Miniature Wood Croquet Set Miniature Wood Croquet Set
Sale Price: $4.49

Miniature Wood Croquet Set

How can I learn to make dollhouses and dollhouse furniture?

And where do they sell miniatures and stuff for this? I know my mother made a dollhouse once and she loved putting it together, but that was quite some time ago. Where could I research how to do this?

I have been making dollhouses and miniatures for many years! I have two right now. One is huge and some of the pieces I paid over a hundred dollars.

I even worked for a place part time to learn how to make metal pots, pans, silverware, etc.

Do a google search for miniatures and dollhouses (be careful with "dollhouse" though as a lot of porn sights use that term).

You can also find items in local craft stores like AC Moore, but the quality isn't as good.

There are many books out there in hobby shops and libraries. I have made tons of stuff for mine.

There used to be a magazine called "Nutshell News" which showed how to make many items. I got a whole collection (about 100) at a garage sale two years ago.

You can also look on Craig's list to see if anyone is getting rid of their old collections. Dollhouses were very popular about 6 years ago.

As I said I worked for a company, we went to a convention in Chicago which was fantastic. There were hundreds of people there.

Good luck and Happy Miniaturing!

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Dollhouse Miniature Barbie http://dollfuss.org/dollhouse-miniature-barbie/ http://dollfuss.org/dollhouse-miniature-barbie/#comments Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:00:23 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/dollhouse-miniature-barbie/
Chelsea Dollhouse by KidKraft Chelsea Dollhouse by KidKraft
Sale Price: $79.99

KidKraft's Chelsea Doll Cottage is filled with details young girls are sure to love, like windows that open and close and adorable heart artwork that stretches across the roof. This dollhouse also comes with a whopping 19 pieces of furniture, including a gorgeous grand piano and bunk beds with a ladder...

Savannah Dollhouse Savannah Dollhouse
Sale Price: $105.00

The Savannah Dollhouse is an elegant, large six-room mansion designed for children ages three and up. The dollhouse is decorated like a true southern mansion and is fully furnished, with beautiful, handcrafted wood furniture...

Disney Tangled Featuring Rapunzel Tower Treasures Doll and Furniture Playset Disney Tangled Featuring Rapunzel Tower Treasures Doll and Furniture Playset
Sale Price: $9.93

Play set is inspired by Disney's new 2010 animated feature film Tangled. Mini doll is approx. 3 inches tall with long flowing blonde, combable hair. Play set features authentic bedroom furniture inspired by the movie...

Melissa & Doug Princess Castle Furniture Melissa & Doug Princess Castle Furniture
Sale Price: $16.98

A regal suite of wooden furniture awaits a majestic decorator's hand to set the scene for royal adventures. Features: Set of 12 pieces Thrones An old-fashioned kitchen A treasure chest Recommended for ages 3 and up Dimensions: 11" H x 16" W x 2...

Kidkraft Dollhouse Bookcase Kidkraft Dollhouse Bookcase
Sale Price: $97.89

Storage has never been this much fun! With six different spaces for storing books and other treasures, our Dollhouse Bookcase looks just like a real dollhouse, but is far more useful. Appropriate for ages 3 to 8 years old...

Dollhouse Miniature White Wood Clothes Hangers Dollhouse Miniature White Wood Clothes Hangers
Sale Price: $2.99

Dollhouse Miniature White Wood Clothes Hangers designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting by Town Square Miniatures. Measures: 1 1/2 in wide x 1/3 in tall.

Disney Tangled Featuring Rapunzel Doll and Dress Shop Disney Tangled Featuring Rapunzel Doll and Dress Shop
Sale Price: $18.00

From Disney's thrilling take on the classic story of Rapunzel, Tangled! Step inside Rapunzel's dress shop! Includes Rapunzel doll and accessories!Fashion fun and fairy tale play all in one! Kids can recreate the Rapunzel story from Disney's animated film, Tangled with a playset that opens into a dress shop setting from the movie with fashions for Rapunzel...

Barbie Bake Shop & Cafe Playset - More Than 75 Play Pieces (1998 Arcotoys, Mattel) Barbie Bake Shop & Cafe Playset - More Than 75 Play Pieces (1998 Arcotoys, Mattel)
Sale Price: $134.35

Barbie Bake Shop & Cafe is a 1998 Arcotoys, Mattel production. Model #67316. Playset features more than 75 Play pieces! Store everything inside! Barbie doll can fit easily through the Doorway. Cookie cutter really fit each of the Cookies...

Melissa & Doug The House That Jack Built - Lady Anna Melissa & Doug The House That Jack Built - Lady Anna
Sale Price: $264.48

Featuring a striking tower, lit by oval windows, and topped by an elegant widow's walk, this charming three story Victorian will be a stand-out in any location. First and second floor porches, five elegant rooms on two floors and three cozy attic rooms will make the Lady Anna a family heirloom in your neighborhood...

Barbie Princess Barbie Mini Kingdom Playset Barbie Princess Barbie Mini Kingdom Playset
Sale Price: $25.50

Open the Birthday Cake Playset..... it

How to build your own miniature dollhouse shop?

I'm making a dollhouse out of cardboard and I also wanted to make a shop. I already made the house but I'm not sure on how to make the shop. It's a barbie house and shop; not a real one. Any ideas on how to make it?
I might make the shop a bakery, flower shop, pet shop, book shop, or grocery shop. I'm not really sure.

What kind of shop will it be? I think if it was like the house but a little smaller it would look like a shop. The details are what I think would make it look like a shop. Paint some windows with the merchandise that is sold, and make little props.

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Miniature Doll http://dollfuss.org/miniature-doll/ http://dollfuss.org/miniature-doll/#comments Sun, 31 Jan 2010 02:09:33 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/miniature-doll/
Disney Tangled Featuring Rapunzel Tower Treasures Doll and Furniture Playset Disney Tangled Featuring Rapunzel Tower Treasures Doll and Furniture Playset
Sale Price: $9.93

Play set is inspired by Disney's new 2010 animated feature film Tangled. Mini doll is approx. 3 inches tall with long flowing blonde, combable hair. Play set features authentic bedroom furniture inspired by the movie...

Miniature Dashboard Hula Doll - Girl with Ukulele Miniature Dashboard Hula Doll - Girl with Ukulele
Sale Price: $5.99

Here is a classic local girl dashboard shaker . Leilani Polyresin: with Natural Skirt - Local Girl with Ukulele @ 4" H Place her on your car dashboard and watch her hula.

Collector's Book of Dolls' Clothes:  Costumes in Miniature, 1700-1929 Collector's Book of Dolls' Clothes: Costumes in Miniature, 1700-1929
Sale Price: $201.76

"This book is a historical survey of the original clothes worn by the dolls made in France, Germany, and the English-speaking countries from 1700 to 1929, a documented chronological record, almost a social history of childhood itself...

Melissa & Doug Wooden Family Doll Set Melissa & Doug Wooden Family Doll Set
Sale Price: $12.49

Multi-generational, colorfully dressed figures are wire-framed, so they can pose in many ways, and make a great addition to any dollhouse. Inspire young imaginations for hours of pretend play!

Miniature Dashboard Hula Doll - Hula Girl Posing Miniature Dashboard Hula Doll - Hula Girl Posing
Sale Price: $6.29

Miniature Dashboard Hula Doll - Hula Girl Posing

Miniature Dashboard Hula Doll - Shark w/ Sunglasses Miniature Dashboard Hula Doll - Shark w/ Sunglasses
Sale Price: $7.50

Laid back shark in sunglasses and hula skirt will bite the stress out of any traffic jam.

Sculpey� Flexible Push Mold - Miniature Dolls Sculpey� Flexible Push Mold - Miniature Dolls
Sale Price: $5.84

The revolutionary flexible mold material means no messy release agents are needed. Simply mold, flex, and release. Create detailed jewelry, ornaments, gifts, and home decor items quickly and easily. Works with polymer clays, air-dry, and non-dry modeling clays, plaster of paris, craft soap, and candle wax...

Dolls House and Miniature Scene Dolls House and Miniature Scene
Sale Price: $95.75

Dolls House and Miniature Scene includes up-to-date news on forthcoming shows and fairs, new products on the market, club news, and book and kit reviews. It also offers people profiles, how-to tips, and technical advice.

KISS Miniature Drum Set Drumset Peter Criss Mego Dolls KISS Miniature Drum Set Drumset Peter Criss Mego Dolls
Sale Price: $59.95

The MINIATURE Drumset is 11 pieces, the display size is about 10"x10", the drumhead size is 3.5" in diameter. Scale 1:6. High-hat and kick-pedal are moveable.

BABY DOLL by Yves Saint Laurent Set-4 Piece Miniatures Collection & Each Is Edt .25 Oz BABY DOLL by Yves Saint Laurent Set-4 Piece Miniatures Collection & Each Is Edt .25 Oz
Sale Price: $39.95

Your satisfaction is guaranteed when you buy the Yves Saint Laurent Set-4 Piece Miniatures Collection & Each Is Edt .25 Oz created for Women from the Baby Doll series. Click Now for same day delivery.

Where can I find do it yourself miniature projects for my dollhouses?

I do make quite a bit and also purchase some but I would like some more ideas. I need to know how I can make fish and seafood, meats and hanging meats for a butcher shop, Victorian era clothing patterns (to fit dolls 5 to 61/2 inches) and easily made furniture. All needs to be on the scale of 1" = 1' Thanks!!!

You can find info on making all kinds of food miniatures and furniture miniatures too from polymer clay (or perhaps from air-dry clays) on these pages of my site:

http://glassattic.com/polymer/miniatures.htm

and a bit more here:

http://glassattic.com/polymer/houses_structures_gingerbread.htm

HTH, and have fun!

Diane B.

How to Make Drinks (Beer, milk, lemonade, coffee) for Miniature Dollhouse scene. By Garden of Imagination

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Miniature Dollhouse Rug http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-rug/ http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-rug/#comments Sat, 30 Jan 2010 02:21:21 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-rug/
Dollhouse Miniature Cairo Floral Rug Dollhouse Miniature Cairo Floral Rug
Sale Price: $3.99

This intricately woven rug is inspired by an antique original. It has a silky "real-rug" feel and fringe on both ends. The quality is wonderful- especially at this price! Approx. 4" x 6" (without fringe)

Dollhouse Miniature 17th Century Palmette Rug Dollhouse Miniature 17th Century Palmette Rug
Sale Price: $3.99

This intricately woven rug is inspired by an antique original. It has a silky "real-rug" feel and fringe on both ends. The quality is wonderful- especially at this price! Approx. 4" x 6" (without fringe)

Dollhouse Miniature Traditional Medallion Rug Dollhouse Miniature Traditional Medallion Rug
Sale Price: $3.99

This intricately woven rug is inspired by an antique original. It has a silky "real-rug" feel and fringe on both ends. The quality is wonderful- especially at this price! Approx. 4" x 6" (without fringe)

Dollhouse Miniature Nautical Decorator Mat/Throw Rug Dollhouse Miniature Nautical Decorator Mat/Throw Rug
Sale Price: $4.99

An easy, inexpensive way to spruce up a room or entranceway. Printed on fabric with rubber backing so it stays flat. Handcrafted.  Approx. 2" x 3"

Miniature Needlepoint Rugs for Dollhouses, Charted for Easy Use (Dover Needlework) Miniature Needlepoint Rugs for Dollhouses, Charted for Easy Use (Dover Needlework)
Sale Price: $4.00

37 rug designs charted for easy use on #18 and other-size canvas. Oriental, Persian, Early American, modern, animal skin, more. Color charts for each design. Eight completed rugs in full color on covers.

Dollhouse Miniature Veramin Persian Rug Dollhouse Miniature Veramin Persian Rug
Sale Price: $9.99

This intricately woven rug is inspired by an antique original. It has a silky "real-rug" feel and fringe on both ends. The quality is wonderful- especially at this price! Approx. 8" x 11" (without fringe)

Dollhouse Miniature Celestial Decorator Mat/Throw Rug Dollhouse Miniature Celestial Decorator Mat/Throw Rug
Sale Price: $3.99

An easy, inexpensive way to spruce up a room or entranceway. Printed on fabric with rubber backing so it stays flat. Handcrafted.  Approx. 2" x 3"

Dollhouse Miniature Blue Floral Mat Dollhouse Miniature Blue Floral Mat
Sale Price: $4.99

Can be used all around the house! Printed on fabric with a rubber backing so that the mat stays flat. Handcrafted.   Approx. 2" x 3"

Dollhouse Miniature Kashan Medallion Rug Dollhouse Miniature Kashan Medallion Rug
Sale Price: $6.99

This intricately woven rug is inspired by an antique original. It has a silky "real-rug" feel and fringe on both ends. The quality is wonderful- especially at this price! Approx. 6" x 9" (without fringe)

Dollhouse Miniature Medium Blue Braided-Look Rug Dollhouse Miniature Medium Blue Braided-Look Rug
Sale Price: $8.79

These printed fabric rugs really look braided! Handcrafted with rubber backing so they always look smooth. Approx. 3 3/4" x 5 3/4"

polar bear rug. dollhouse miniature

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Miniature Dollhouse Doll http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-doll/ http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-doll/#comments Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:48:29 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-doll/
Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Kitchen Furniture Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Kitchen Furniture
Sale Price: $17.24

Elegantly designed, they can also be used with any like sized doll house. The detailing on this furniture is so impeccable, you have to see it to believe it! The detailing on this furniture is so impeccable, you have to see it to believe it! Features: Intricate and realist detailing Ages 6 and up

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Furniture- Living Room Set Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Furniture- Living Room Set
Sale Price: $18.74

It's easy to decorate your living room with this 9-piece set of opulent living room furnishings. Featuring a camelback sofa, and a delicate "glass-front" display case, this set includes enough pieces to completely furnish a living room...

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Nursery Room Accessories Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Nursery Room Accessories
Sale Price: $12.99

Elegant accessory sets with amazing hand-detailing will provide the perfect finishing touch for any dream house! These are made especially for the Melissa & Doug Victorian Dollhouse but are the correct size for any 1:12 scale dollhouse.

Dollhouse & Miniature Dolls, 1840-1990 Dollhouse & Miniature Dolls, 1840-1990
Sale Price: $29.16

Melissa & Doug Wooden Family Doll Set Melissa & Doug Wooden Family Doll Set
Sale Price: $12.49

Multi-generational, colorfully dressed figures are wire-framed, so they can pose in many ways, and make a great addition to any dollhouse. Inspire young imaginations for hours of pretend play!

Melissa & Doug Fold and Go Mini Dollhouse Melissa & Doug Fold and Go Mini Dollhouse
Sale Price: $29.49

Melissa & Doug Toys - Fold & Go Dollhouse. Enjoy a home away from home with this delightful wooden dollhouse. Two flexible wooden play figures live in this house, complete with eleven pieces of wooden furniture...

Plan Toy Doll House Accessories for Kitchen with Tableware Plan Toy Doll House Accessories for Kitchen with Tableware
Sale Price: Too low to display

Complete your dollhouse with this miniature set of natural wood tableware. All 22 pieces--the largest is 1-inch wide--are finely crafted from durable, recycled wood. The set includes cookware, canisters for flour and sugar, bowls, plates, soda bottles, coffee cups, and best of all, a tiny rolling pin for whipping up that perfect apple pie...

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll - House Bedroom Furniture Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll - House Bedroom Furniture
Sale Price: $15.47

This furniture set is a wonderful accompaniment to your Victorian Dollhouse. Elegantly designed, they can also be used with any like sized doll house. The detailing on this furniture is so impeccable, you have to see it to believe it! Features: Includes bed, two nightstands, vanity and wardrobe Works with Victorian Dollhouse or like sized doll house For 1:12 scale dollhouses Intricate and realist detailing Ages 6 and up Contains small parts

Miniature Baby Girl Doll in Porcelain Dollhouse Miniature Miniature Baby Girl Doll in Porcelain Dollhouse Miniature
Sale Price: $6.99

Miniature Baby Doll in Porcelain. The hand and face are handpainted porcelain and the somewhat poseable body is made of cloth with jointed porcelain legs and porcelain arms. Measures: 3 in long with her dress and 2 1/2 without...

Doll House Furniture Set Woodcraft Construction Kit, 1/24 Scale Doll House Furniture Set Woodcraft Construction Kit, 1/24 Scale
Sale Price: $11.99

This is a Woodcraft Construction Kit for furniture for a Doll House. There are 185 interlocking 3mm wooden plywood pieces and will make 34 individual furniture pieces. The size is 1/4 scale and make excellent furniture for our Fantasy Villa and Gothic Doll House Kit...

Miniature dollhouse for dollhouse?

where in England or on the web (including ebay) can i buy a miniature dollhouse to put in an actual doll house?

I don't know about international shipping availablility on the USA ones, but here are some links I was able to find for both UK & USA:

http://www.google.com/product_url?q=http://www.alittleplacetocallmyown.com/servlet/the-2412/Dollhouse-Miniature-Dollhouse-for/Detail&fr=AMaETag7waJb7UEouEp1dn4ACL2ncMp6BAbpaWnhxXIYIwDd1yHCJP8TkrLvBDjx1r2Hz1aTcUfCv3wld8MhjLAYszb4x8_tMzoboUcDmCxPOb_h99f1BSzxeISZs4-pzVKf-eWJyHH-XyGazy2FtU0YH0nv7nXkDF-dLKaVfeS4AAAAAAAAAAA&gl=us&hl=en&sa=title

http://www.google.co.uk/product_url?q=http://dollhousesandmore.amazonwebstore.com/Handpainted-Dollhouse-for-the-Dollhouse-Dollhouse/M/B0019VOOSS.htm%3Ftraffic_src%3Dfroogle%26utm_medium%3Dorganic%26utm_source%3Dfroogle-GB%26id%3Duk&fr=AEfm436Ol6TPtzIfXB1owEkP64iMPjXv12hTV4y6XAU7WHdc5BJog1seEnWGjIo47v4D68iDLcqm6g_GfDj13Ln8WlCwhcQog71dHkK6uXOJTR4tV3OgYUA5ydMOcnI-Y3Gm5clDaAqbgbTvnPEgpLEzy6vRnQ1H6qirekxTthhgFooElpdR6OLxqaHNpWWM2dGK8D7AK5zbq_FNnfvJsD7xwYl9_h3CFdZ4j_ib73ALUs3TCbUS-IS4YaCPbg0GE2llaZ5tegiEugIpB2uq9sgAAAAAAAAAAA&gl=uk&hl=en&sa=merchant

http://www.google.co.uk/product_url?q=http://dollhousesandmore.amazonwebstore.com/Miniature-Dollhouse-for-the-Dollhouse/M/B0011E39ZM.htm%3Ftraffic_src%3Dfroogle%26utm_medium%3Dorganic%26utm_source%3Dfroogle-GB%26id%3Duk&fr=AIcOUU7eZ-cfcbllLuT6Jz2lmsl1tEAVU900oso8-JYYh_ypf1zRgjhDMV-_U9JpoV57ufVjIdVpoEZqltfgB3gkY7Q71K6jDOUoYD3x2M6aSueNf-C16xF33bm-lhh8nttViFY8YSxPlrpUVXKh9cNEWcl0z7Sh9vGpoc2lZYzZ0YrwPsArnNur8U2d-8mwPvHBiX3-HcIV1niP-JvvcAtSzdMJtRL4hLhhoI9uDQYTaWVpnm16CIS6AikHa6r2yAAAAAAAAAAA&gl=uk&hl=en&sa=merchant

http://www.nanasminiatures.com/catalog.php?prodid=AZT-T8461

http://www.google.com/products?q=%22dollhouse+for+dollhouse%22&btnG=Search+Products&hl=en

http://www.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=2701040

Hope that helps :)

How to Make Miniature Dollhouse Kitchen Pot -Polymer Clay by Garden of Imagination

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House Miniatures http://dollfuss.org/house-miniatures/ http://dollfuss.org/house-miniatures/#comments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:06:45 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/house-miniatures/
Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Nursery Room Accessories Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Nursery Room Accessories
Sale Price: $12.99

Elegant accessory sets with amazing hand-detailing will provide the perfect finishing touch for any dream house! These are made especially for the Melissa & Doug Victorian Dollhouse but are the correct size for any 1:12 scale dollhouse.

Making Doll's House Miniatures with Polymer Clay Making Doll's House Miniatures with Polymer Clay
Sale Price: $88.93

“Here’s the definitive guide to manufacturers, tools, safety, and crafting. See how to intermix colored clays to obtain an even wider range of hues, and the different types of paints and varnishes...

Hydrofarm CK64060 Hot House with Heat Mat Hydrofarm CK64060 Hot House with Heat Mat
Sale Price: $30.15

The HydroFarm Hot House lets you grow healthier starts increase germination success and has better humidity control for optimum growth. Kit includes 17 watt UL listed waterproof heat mat seven inch tall humidity dome 11 inch by 22 inch watertight base tray with 72 cells and instructions with growing tips and a seed starting booster!

3/8 Miniature Side Flange Mounted Bearing 3/8 Miniature Side Flange Mounted Bearing
Sale Price: $1.95

"Side Flange Mounted Bearings 3/8"" Miniature 3/8"" miniature side flange mounted bearings contain a self-aligning bearing of nylon, this two-bolt mount has been one of our most popular styles due to its wide use in mechanical equipment where relatively light loads and normal shaft speeds are involved...

A house is not a home without Miniature Pinscher - 5 A house is not a home without Miniature Pinscher - 5" x 10" Door Sign
Sale Price: $8.95

A perfect plaque to d?cor your home, and hang in any room to show the passion about this cute dog breed. Indoor only. Over 60 different breeds to choose from. Size: 5''x10'' & Made in USA

Dolls House and Miniature Scene Dolls House and Miniature Scene
Sale Price: $95.75

Dolls House and Miniature Scene includes up-to-date news on forthcoming shows and fairs, new products on the market, club news, and book and kit reviews. It also offers people profiles, how-to tips, and technical advice.

Brewster FD62942 Beacon House Damasks Miniature Ogee Trellis Wallpaper, 20.5-Inch by 396-Inch, Blue Gray Brewster FD62942 Beacon House Damasks Miniature Ogee Trellis Wallpaper, 20.5-Inch by 396-Inch, Blue Gray
Sale Price: $70.18

A friendly Game/Sentimental Sponge A friendly Game/Sentimental Sponge
Sale Price: $1.99

Make Mine Mini: 13 Miniature Quilts from Traditional to Contemporary Make Mine Mini: 13 Miniature Quilts from Traditional to Contemporary
Sale Price: $5.97

Scaled-down versions of their full-sized quilt counterparts, the mini-quilts featured in this book provide quilters with the perfect opportunity to explore creative options for block settings. Unlike a full-size quilt that is best viewed from a distance, the intricate details of a miniature quilt encourage viewers to take a closer look; and crafting miniature quilts satisfies the quilter's need to complete a quilt quickly, making them perfect for gift-giving...

Streamlight 73001 Nano Light Miniature Keychain LED Flashlight, Black Streamlight 73001 Nano Light Miniature Keychain LED Flashlight, Black
Sale Price: $3.25

An extremely small and super-bright light, the Streamlight Nano Light Keychain Flashlight is a lightweight, easy-to-access flashlight for everyday tasks at work or at home. With a nonrotating snap hook for attaching to key rings, backpacks, clothing, and more, the Nano Light features a high-intensity, 100,000-hour LED that will last up to eight hours on four alkaline button cell batteries (included)...

where can you buy Miniature doll house books that shows you how to make Miniature food?

i want tutorial books only the books that show you how to do it step by step

You'd find these books in craft stores like acmoore and michaels in the fimo clay aisle. Or you can google "miniature dollhouse" and go from there. A lot of these websites not only sell ready-made furniture and foods, they also sell books and pamphlets with step-by-step instructions on how to make them yourself. Actual 'miniature' shops also carry them, if you happen to have one near you.

Jefferson House Creations Dollhouse Miniatures Pt.2

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Lady Miniature Dollhouse http://dollfuss.org/lady-miniature-dollhouse/ http://dollfuss.org/lady-miniature-dollhouse/#comments Mon, 11 Jan 2010 20:00:49 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/lady-miniature-dollhouse/
Dollhouse Miniature Lady's Tasseled Dressing Table Dollhouse Miniature Lady's Tasseled Dressing Table
Sale Price: $59.00

Fancy moiré taffeta skirt tops a sturdy MDF table. Non-removable high-quality porcelain items may vary slightly.  3 1/2"W x 3 3/4"H x 1 3/4"D

Dollhouse Miniature Three Ladies in Waiting Tabletop Figurines Dollhouse Miniature Three Ladies in Waiting Tabletop Figurines
Sale Price: $24.99

Museum-quality painted resin figurines rest atop a wooden bases.  Each is 3/16"Dia. x 3/4"H

Dollhouse Miniature Lady on Display Working Wall Clock Dollhouse Miniature Lady on Display Working Wall Clock
Sale Price: $38.99

By Reutter Porzellan The time has come to add this working clock to your dollhouse! Made of wood with a door that opens revealing the handpainted porcelain figurine and clock face. The top slides off to set the time and replace the battery, order #11377...

Dollhouse Miniature Lady Sarah Tabletop Figurine Dollhouse Miniature Lady Sarah Tabletop Figurine
Sale Price: $8.99

Museum-quality painted resin figurine rests atop a wooden base, backed with felt pads.  1/4"Dia x 1"H

Dollhouse Miniature Lady Catherine's Beauty Sink by Reutter Porzellan Dollhouse Miniature Lady Catherine's Beauty Sink by Reutter Porzellan
Sale Price: $79.99

This beautiful mirrored wooden cabinet has working doors, towel racks with towels and an ample supply of gorgeous accessories in glass, porecelain and metal.  The accessories are attached and may vary slightly...

Dollhouse Miniature White Ladies Desk or Vanity Table Dollhouse Miniature White Ladies Desk or Vanity Table
Sale Price: $8.99

Dollhouse Miniature White Ladies Desk or Vanity Table. Designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. Made of white painted wood. All drawers are working... Measures: 3 in tall x 4 3/4 in wide x 1 1/2 in deep...

Dollhouse Miniature Cherry Ladies Desk and Chair Dollhouse Miniature Cherry Ladies Desk and Chair
Sale Price: $18.99

Dollhouse Miniature Cherry Ladies Desk and Chair or Vanity Table is designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. Made of cherry stained wood. All drawers are working... The Desk Measures: 3 in tall x 4 3/4 in wide x 1 1/2 in deep.

Dollhouse Miniature Mahogany Ladies Desk or Vanity Table Dollhouse Miniature Mahogany Ladies Desk or Vanity Table
Sale Price: $8.99

Dollhouse Miniature Mahogany Ladies Desk or Vanity Table designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. Made of mahogany stained wood. All drawers are working... Measures: 3 in tall x 4 3/4 in wide x 1 1/2 in deep.

Dollhouse Miniature Pair of Red High Heel Ladies Shoes Dollhouse Miniature Pair of Red High Heel Ladies Shoes
Sale Price: $2.99

Dollhouse Miniature Pair of Red High Heel Ladies Shoes designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. Made of painted metal Measures: approx 3/4 in long Create a realistic scene by leaving these by the bedside, vanity or sofa...

Dollhouse Miniature Pair of White High Heel Ladies Shoes Dollhouse Miniature Pair of White High Heel Ladies Shoes
Sale Price: $2.99

Dollhouse Miniature Pair of White High Heel Ladies Shoes designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. Made of painted metal Measures: approx 3/4 in long Create a realistic scene by leaving these by the bedside, vanity or sofa...

Collectors covet coins from the Bank of England. That being said, you might be surprised to learn that they are not difficult to find.

In the United Kingdom, the Bank of England is the central bank. It is nicknamed the “Old Lady of Threadneedle Street. It was founded in 1694 as the banker and debt-manager of the government. One of the Bank’s first responsibilities was to issue new coinage, which was and still is produced by the National Mint. The Bank was nationalized on March 1, 1946, and gained independence in 1997.

Those interested in the royal coinage can visit the Bank of England Museum. Here visitors will find a coin collection that includes coins issued in 1694. This was the first year that the Bank of England did business. Also found at the Bank of England Museum are coins from the 18th and 19th century. Both dollars and tokens can be seen here.

Older coins issued by the Bank of England are relatively easy to find on the internet. Coins with prices up to ₤160 for a Bank of England George III dollar, dated 1804 in excellent condition, can be found on internet auction sites. English coinage, as with all of their currency, has the face of the ruling King or Queen on the face. Coins are cited with the monarchÂ’s name. For instance, an “1861 Victorian half penny” has Queen VictoriaÂ’s face on it.

The most common type of collectable Bank of England coin to be found is from the early 19th century. England was in a coinage crisis and, in 1804, the design on full-weight Spanish coins was completely erased. The coin design was replaced with a stamp that said, “Bank of England Five Shilling Dollars.” Later in the same year, the Bank of England issued token silver coins for three shilling, one shilling and six pence denominations. These were minted from lighter-weight Spanish coins, as opposed to the full-bodied coins for the dollars. These coins, as well as counterfeits of them, are readily available from coin collectors, dealers and online.

In 1816, the Privy Council recommended the establishment of the gold standard in England, and the proposal is accepted, causing the production of a new, one-pound gold coin – the sovereign. The sovereign was produced until 1932, and is 91.7% gold. It generally sells for slightly above bullion price. Also minted were gold half-sovereigns. These were made in both two and five pound versions. In this case, pound refers to the name of the money used in England, and not how much the coin weighs. These coins were not sold as bullion coins, and are more scarce. Production of tokens stopped at this time and the tokens were removed from circulation by 1821.

Get more coin collecting information at CoinDealerDepot.com.

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Miniature Dollhouse Painting http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-painting/ http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-painting/#comments Sat, 09 Jan 2010 06:35:07 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/miniature-dollhouse-painting/ Miniature Dollhouse Painting
Dollhouse Miniature The Blue Boy Framed Print Dollhouse Miniature The Blue Boy Framed Print
Sale Price: $9.49

Extremely high-quality, crisp color print of original photography by miniature artisan Cindy Gonzales. Stained wooden frame. The Blue Boy is actually a painting of Jonathon Buttall, by Thomas Gainsborough...

Dollhouse Miniature Pinkie Framed Print Dollhouse Miniature Pinkie Framed Print
Sale Price: $9.49

Extremely high-quality, crisp color print of original photography by miniature artisan Cindy Gonzales. Stained wooden frame. Pinkie is actually a painting of Sarah Barnett Moulton, by Thomas Lawrence.  1 1/4"W x 1 7/8"H

Dollhouse Artwork Framed Picture of a Floral Painting Dollhouse Artwork Framed Picture of a Floral Painting
Sale Price: $9.99

Miniature Framed Picture of a Floral Painting. Frame is by Unique Miniatures and is a historically accurate reproduction in painted resin. The frame measures: 1 3/4 inches tall X 2 7/16 wide

Dollhouse Artwork Artisan Framed Print of a Floral Painting Dollhouse Artwork Artisan Framed Print of a Floral Painting
Sale Price: $12.99

Miniature Artisan Framed Print of a Floral Painting designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. This beautiful frame is entirely handcarved out of mahogany and then embossed with gold. The frame has real glass and the artwork is a photo paper print permanently affixed to the inside of the frame...

Dollhouse Artwork Artisan Framed Print of a Landscape Painting Dollhouse Artwork Artisan Framed Print of a Landscape Painting
Sale Price: $6.99

Miniature Artisan Framed Print of a Landscape Painting designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting, but would also work as a large picture for the 1:24 scale miniature setting. This frame is in gold painted resin...

Making Doll's House Miniatures With Polymer Clay Making Doll's House Miniatures With Polymer Clay
Sale Price: $166.72

This text shows the reader how to use polymer clay to make realistic miniatures for dolls' houses. It contains over 50 step-by-step projects each covering a different room in the doll's house.

Dollhouse Artwork Painting of a Young Woman Sewing Dollhouse Artwork Painting of a Young Woman Sewing
Sale Price: $9.99

Miniature Painting of a Young Woman Sewing. Incredible photo paper picture of a famous painting in one inch scale. Frame is by Unique Miniatures and is a historically accurate reproduction in gold painted resin...

Dollhouse Artwork Framed Print of a Painting of Hunting Dogs Dollhouse Artwork Framed Print of a Painting of Hunting Dogs
Sale Price: $12.99

Miniature Framed Print of a Painting of Hunting Dogs by Equestrian artist George Stubbs. Designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. This beautiful frame is entirely hand carved out of mahogany. The frame has real glass and the Painting of of Hunting Dogs is a photo paper print permanently affixed to the inside of the frame...

Dollhouse Artwork Print of a Victorian Painting of a Child Dollhouse Artwork Print of a Victorian Painting of a Child
Sale Price: $6.99

Dollhouse Miniature Print of a Victorian Painting of a Child. Designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting, but would also work as a large picture for the 1:24 scale miniature setting. This frame is in gold painted resin...

Dollhouse Artwork Framed Print of an Audobon Painting Dollhouse Artwork Framed Print of an Audobon Painting
Sale Price: $6.99

Dollhouse Miniature Framed Print of an Audobon Painting. Designed for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. This beautiful frame is made of dark walnut painted resin. It is by Town Square Miniatures. The artwork is a matt photo paper print permanently affixed to the inside of the frame...

What are the best dollhouses to collect? Need a good "miniature" website?

I want to start a miniature dollhouse collection, but I am unsure of whether to start with a 1" scale or 1/2" scale. Does anyone know which are better? Money is not an issue. Also, are there any websites out there with tips for painting and assembling the houses? (I want to do everything myself- not interested in a pre-assembled house.)

You may be interested in these online communities

http://dollhousediscussions.com/

http://www.dhminiatures.com/forum/index.php?act=idx

http://www.greenleafdollhouses.com/forum/index.php

http://www.dollhouseforum.net/

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Scale Doll House http://dollfuss.org/scale-doll-house/ http://dollfuss.org/scale-doll-house/#comments Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:37:47 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/scale-doll-house/
Doll House Furniture Set Woodcraft Construction Kit, 1/24 Scale Doll House Furniture Set Woodcraft Construction Kit, 1/24 Scale
Sale Price: $11.99

This is a Woodcraft Construction Kit for furniture for a Doll House. There are 185 interlocking 3mm wooden plywood pieces and will make 34 individual furniture pieces. The size is 1/4 scale and make excellent furniture for our Fantasy Villa and Gothic Doll House Kit...

Mini Knits for the 1/12 Scale Dolls' House Mini Knits for the 1/12 Scale Dolls' House
Sale Price: $14.77

The perfect final touch for a truly charming dollhouse: hand-knit wardrobes for the whole family! All 40 original patterns feature fine-finish knitting threads just right for the 1/12 scale miniatures...

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Furniture- Living Room Set Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Furniture- Living Room Set
Sale Price: $18.74

It's easy to decorate your living room with this 9-piece set of opulent living room furnishings. Featuring a camelback sofa, and a delicate "glass-front" display case, this set includes enough pieces to completely furnish a living room...

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Kitchen Furniture Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Kitchen Furniture
Sale Price: $17.24

Elegantly designed, they can also be used with any like sized doll house. The detailing on this furniture is so impeccable, you have to see it to believe it! The detailing on this furniture is so impeccable, you have to see it to believe it! Features: Intricate and realist detailing Ages 6 and up

1/12 Scale Character Figures for the Dolls' House 1/12 Scale Character Figures for the Dolls' House
Sale Price: $11.33

Armed with a master modeler’s astonishingly lifelike creations and professional-quality techniques, you’ll soon people your dolls’ house with the most delightful, eccentric, and realistic characters ever...

Making Miniatures: Projects for the 1/12 Scale Dolls' House Making Miniatures: Projects for the 1/12 Scale Dolls' House
Sale Price: $8.49

From a charming French café to an Arabian tent decorated with exotic rugs and wall hangings, this delightful compilation of 22 unique projects, done in standard 1/12 size, will enchant doll house enthusiasts and other miniaturists...

Melissa & Doug Victorian Doll Family Melissa & Doug Victorian Doll Family
Sale Price: $12.49

This delightful family is looking for a good home. The family includes a mother, father, daughter and baby girl. These vinyl family dolls feature bendable limbs! Perfect for 1:12 scale dollhouses. Features: Includes a mother, father, daughter and baby girl Works with Victorian Dollhouse or like sized doll house Intricate and realist detailing Ages 6 and up Dimensions: 10...

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Nursery Room Accessories Melissa & Doug Deluxe Doll-House Nursery Room Accessories
Sale Price: $12.99

Elegant accessory sets with amazing hand-detailing will provide the perfect finishing touch for any dream house! These are made especially for the Melissa & Doug Victorian Dollhouse but are the correct size for any 1:12 scale dollhouse.

Plan Toy Doll House Doll Family Plan Toy Doll House Doll Family
Sale Price: Too low to display

All doll heads and bodies are made of solid wood. Arms, and legs are wire and can be shaped. The Doll Family includes; father, mother, and two children.

Making & Dressing Doll's House Dolls in 1/12 Scale Making & Dressing Doll's House Dolls in 1/12 Scale
Sale Price: $58.70

A guide to making dolls'-house dolls and dressing them in a wide range of Georgian, Regency, Victorian and Edwardian styles and fashions for ladies, gentlemen and children. Information is included on equipment, materials, wigs, hats and dressmaking methods.

Planning to make your daughter feel special? Then the best way would be building up a dollhouse for her. A dollhouse will surely make your girl feel like a doll and she will look up to you as a hero.

Now, building a dollhouse is no big deal. If you do not have sufficient time to build a dollhouse manually, then the quick-build dollhouse is meant to the best option for you. They are affordable and convenient to use. Everything is made up of robust wood with minimal damage during usage.

Also, a person with general basic knowledge can assemble the pieces together with just a wood glue and screwdriver. Also, a booklet of simple instruction is also accompanied with the kit so you need burn up your energy reading the blueprints. The best part of it is that the company has made it easier by completing all the finishing work, set up of windows and doors, you just need to assemble the pieces.

But if you have got plentiful time but still stuck up and not getting any idea from where to begin. Then, you start making a list of materials you will need. To make your work simpler, just make a note of the things:

Brushes, Plywood, Wood Glues, Paints, Scissors, Paper -Pencils, Yardsticks, Saws, Circular Saws, Common Nails, Hammers, Keyhole Saw, Rulers, Sandpaper, Saws, Variable-speed Drills, Dollhouse Kits.

Now, follow the below enunciated instructions to start with:

First of all, decide the usage of the doll house. Are you planning to add it as a showpiece to you miniature collection? Or will give it as a gift to your girl? Deciding the usage will make a lot easier the construction.

What scale you should use? Generally, a 1/12 scale is quite popular for building furnishings and accessories. But if the doll is 15 inches tall, then using a 1/12 scale is worthless.

Finalizing the shape and size will be moving a one ahead. Generally, a one-story, one-room cottage is the best option to begin with. Though, several choices ranging from multistory concoctions to a Victorian dripping are available.

Now draw a pattern using a simple pencil and ruler. With a minimum six pieces: base, three side walls and two roof pieces, you can build a one-room cottage.

Using a three-quarter inch wood for base would be fine and 3/8 inch for walls and roof would be a good choice.

Now mark the holes for the doors and windows using a ruler.

Cutting the wood is the next step. You can do this by your own hands, but using a circular saw will save a lot of time.

Cut out the doors and windows. To give it a fine touch, try using electric drill for drilling the holes.

Make all the edges smooth using sandpaper.

Assemble the wood pieces using the wood glue and nails.

Use sandpaper again over all the nails.

Lastly, paint it if required.

Learn more about the fascinating world of miniatures. For a great selection of miniature dollhouses and accessories, visit http://www.TheMagicalDollhouse.com today.

Dollhouse miniatures come in just about any style you can imagine. Visit our great selection and low prices online at The Magical Dollhouse.

Anyone know websites that sell 1/24 scale things for a dolls house?

thanks

Try the following links:

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Dollhouse Electrical http://dollfuss.org/dollhouse-electrical/ http://dollfuss.org/dollhouse-electrical/#comments Sun, 06 Dec 2009 04:17:11 +0000 DollFuss http://dollfuss.org/dollhouse-electrical/
Dollhouse Miniature Electrical Wire Dollhouse Miniature Electrical Wire
Sale Price: $4.20

50 ft. per package. 2 conductor, 32 gauge wire for use in wiring a house with hard wire or when additional wire is required in finishing a dollhouse or miniature project.

Dollhouse Electrical Piercing Tool Dollhouse Electrical Piercing Tool
Sale Price: $15.30

Supplements all wiring systems. Punches holes, making nailing, screwing and setting electrical parts easier, particularly in hard materials like MDF.

Dollhouse Miniature 1/2 Dollhouse Miniature 1/2" Electrical Wire
Sale Price: $4.60

Two conductor .45mm gauge wire. 25' per package

Locking Forcepts - Dollhouse Miniature Locking Forcepts - Dollhouse Miniature
Sale Price: $8.99

Locking Forcepts with a straight tip - 5 inches.. by Cir-Kit Concepts Electrical Supplies

Short Nose Pliers - Dollhouse Miniature Short Nose Pliers - Dollhouse Miniature
Sale Price: $14.99

Short Nose Pliers - 1/pc. by Cir-Kit Concepts Electrical Supplies

Jewelers Screwdriver Set - Dollhouse Miniature Jewelers Screwdriver Set - Dollhouse Miniature
Sale Price: $5.99

Jewelers Screwdriver Set contains blades from .049 TO .079 wide, lengths between 3 and 3 3/8in - contains 5/pcs...By Cir-Kit Concepts Electrical Supplies.

Dollhouse Cir-Kit Starter Wiring Kit--Up to 16 Bulbs Dollhouse Cir-Kit Starter Wiring Kit--Up to 16 Bulbs
Sale Price: $53.75

The leading electrification kit in the industry today! The heart of Cir-Kit Concepts' electrical system is its 2-conductor tape wire that is applied in much the same way as transparent tape. No soldering, special tools or electrical knowledge necessary...

Dollhouse Electric Soldering Iron & Hot Knife Dollhouse Electric Soldering Iron & Hot Knife
Sale Price: $12.99

Try this basic tool for soldering electrical connections. It also works well joining certain metals.  Includes attachment for cutting stencils and poly resin trim as well as a starter supply of solder...

Here are a few guidelines for performing cleaning and routine maintenance of your model trains. Regardless of whether you have a Lionel set or any other brand, performing maintenance helps avoid trouble later on.

For Lionel set locomotives, maintenance checks can be performed by removing the cover to see the inside. To remove the cover on steam engines, you must first remove the screw located underneath the smokestack. For diesel engines, remove the body by spreading at the sides so that the pins will be released then pull upward. Then flip the locomotive upside down to clean the wheels. You can use an X-acto blade to peel off the layers of grime. You can use an eraser pad to finish removing dirt and debris from the wheels of your model trains.

In addition to clean wheels, locomotives need oil applied to the moving parts to keep them lubricated and working properly. It is recommended to refer to your owner's manual for instructions on applying oil. When applying the oil, keep a close watch to prevent over-oiling since excess oil has the tendency to drip out and can disrupt the electrical conductivity if it drips on your rails. Thin oil is recommended, such as 3-in-1.

Another part of the locomotive that requires cleaning is the commutator and the brushes. If these parts are not cleaned, dirt and dust can build up preventing the motor from picking up electrical power. Eventually, the locomotive will fail to operate. However, this cleaning is only needed about once a year with normal use. A technique for cleaning the commutators is to have the locomotive run slowly without the body. Then apply Rail-Zip cleaner to a rag and use that to clean the commutator as it spins. The brushes also need cleaning. These can be cleaned by spraying them with television tuner cleaner, which can be purchased from electronics stores. Allow the cleaning solution to drip of and wipe the area dry. After cleaning you are ready to put the body back on.

The wheels of freight cars also require routine maintenance. Even with shining rails and running locomotives, every Lionel set still needs clean wheels to run smoothly. An easy way to get the wheels cleaned is by mounting a straight section of track onto an 18-inch, 2x4 board. Then put a paper towel or rag and place it over the heads of the rails and drip rubbing alcohol onto the rag. Next, trickle a few drops of Goo-Gone onto rails before running the cars on the rails a few times. Continue running the locomotive back and forth over the rails until the wheel look clean and shiny.

Lionel train sets are built to last. Customer satisfaction levels are among the highest of any brand of model trains. Nevertheless, even the best train sets and locomotives require maintenance and cleaning to continue to operate smoothly. Following these procedures can ensure years of happy railroading.

Joe Kanooga is a father of two kids, a successful business owner and the author of numerous articles about model trains. Click here to download our free Lionel set guidebook filled with hobby tips, ideas and information.

Miniature dollhouse help... electrical wiring?

I got a dollhouse from an estate sale. It has copper tape up on the walls... what do I need to do next, what do I need to buy? How would I test that the tape is up properly?

to Ruin Your CollectionBuying a Dollhouse KitTools You Need. Topics ... To avoid mistakes, there are six simple rules to remember when wiring a dollhouse. ...http://www.miniatures.about.com/b/a/156303.htm

Helpful information on dolls house wiring and lighting using the Cir ... Back Home. Build A Dollhouse. Dollhouse Wiring. Doll Appraisals. Doll Care Tips. F.A.Q ...http://www.eloradollhouse.co.uk/help/wiring.html

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