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Different Scales of Dollhouse Miniatures

Different Scales of Dollhouse Miniatures Explore the differnt scales of dollhouse miniatures from 1:6th scale to 1:144th scale with our new visual tool. 1:6 Barbie Scale 1:12 One inch scale 1:24 Half inch scale 1:48 Quarter inch scale 1:144 Micro scale 1:6th Scale 1:6th scale is one of the larger miniature scales, where 1/2 inch represents 1 foot in real life. This scale is popular for action figures and fashion dolls like Barbie. You will find one sixth scale used for things like toys or collectible figurines. 1:12th Scale This is the most popular and widely recognized dollhouse scale, where 1 inch equals 1 foot. You'll find that most dollhouse hobbyist, collectors, and crafters use this scale for their projects. This scale strikes a balance between detail and practicality, as even a 1:12 scale dollhouse can be quite large. 1:24th Scale 1:2...

February 20, 2025 • Christine Olson

Getting Started with Dollhouse Wallpaper

Things you'll need Craft Paper Cutting Tools Paste and Brush Wallpaper Shop Dollhouse Wallpaper Step-by-Step Guide to Applying Dollhouse Wallpaper Applying wallpaper to your dollhouse is a must. It seems like it might be an easy task but there are best practices everyone should follow. If you don’t know where to start, follow this guide to avoid pain, hardships, and wasted wallpaper. Step 1: Create a Template Start by creating a template using construction paper, printer paper works as well. Make sure you have scissors and tape on hand. Cover the area where the wallpaper will be applied in your dollhouse with the construction paper. Use your scissors to cut ...

February 12, 2025 • Christine Olson

What to Use for Grout?

Every wonder what to use to grout mini bricks or tiles into place? The best thing I have found is to use wall spackling paste. The kind you use to fill small holes in real world walls. Spackling paste can be found at Hardware Stores and Home Improvement Stores. I usually add a little gray acrylic paint to tone down the white a little. Here's a project I did using Houseworks Bricks and Spackling Paste

May 08, 2020 • Christine Olson