What is the best wood for making dolls house furniture?
Most of the stripwood used for miniature furniture and building projects is basswood or Tilia (lime) wood, both used for their fine grain and strength.
What is the standard size for dollhouse furniture?
Standardized sizes for modern dollhouses include 1:6, 1:12, 1:16, 1:24, and 1:48, while antique houses are often a custom size. Some scales are popular for collectors of artisan miniatures, while others are more useful for children’s play or families who share a range of hobbies with similar scales.
How do you cut miniature wood?
Razor Saw and Miter Box Fine-toothed razor or gentleman’s saws and a miter box which will work with them are the backbones of most woodwork in miniature. The razor saw can be used for straight cuts, veneers, and some joins. Make sure your razor saw has a deep enough blade to fit into your chosen miter box.
What scale are dolls houses?
The 1:12 scale has its roots in the imperial measuring system – where one inch on the doll’s house is equivalent to one foot on a real house. So the house is twelve times smaller than a full size house. Historically, it was chosen as the scale for Queen Mary’s dolls house.
How do you measure for dollhouse furniture?
If you don’t know the scale of your dollhouse, you can generally determine it by measuring the ceiling height of the first floor/main level. If it measures between 8″ and 10″ (generally), you could be pretty certain you have a 1″ scale dollhouse.
What tools do I need to make miniatures?
Must-Have Tools for Getting Started in Dollhouse Miniatures
- Tweezers. Because you’re dealing with some pretty tiny things, even small fingers aren’t small enough.
- Sharp scissors.
- Work Mat.
- Glue.
- X-Acto Knife.
- Clamps.
- Paint Brushes.