Dolls House - August 2016

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GO WEST!
Great North American traditions
Derby day
Rose garlands and
frosty drinks in Kentucky
Green Dolphin Street the house
Jane Harrop drop leaf table kit, tested
Make paper lilies and a log cabin quilt
MAIN PHOTOGRAPH: KIM MCKISSON
Varsity jackets Diner specials Cheerleader South Western art
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Welcome...
to the August issue of
The Dolls House magazine
his month were celebrating North America with work from
both US and Canadian miniaturists, plus a great collection
of themed projects by the magazines team of talented
makers. Youll nd step-by-step instructions on classic diner
favourites fried chicken and stued bagels in polymer clay,
plus sports wear, with a bright cheerleaders outt to sew and
a knitting pattern for a Varsity jacket, completely customisable
with your own preferred initial. We also have elegant white lilies
in paper, perfect for a smart ower arrangement, as well as a
pattern to stitch a traditional log-cabin quilt.
Features this month include a fascinating history of
the Kentucky Derby and a miniature room box made to
commemorate this important annual event. Another name
for this race is The Run for the Roses, and when you see
the breathtaking garland thats given to the winner, youll
understand why. Even in miniature its spectacular! We also
have an exclusive tour of Natalie Cleggs intriguing collection
of the miniature art of the South Western states, which includes
tiny kachina dolls, colourful rugs and pottery, and carved
coyotes howling at the moon.
Elsewhere there is a report on the Kensington Dollshouse
Festival, that unmissable event for lovers of tiny things, plus a
prole of a Texas-based miniature maker and an atmospheric
Canadian house inspired by a novel. I hope you enjoy our small
exploration of a big continent! As ever, please dont hesitate to
get in touch using the contact details below.
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In the August issue...

Regulars
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Objects of desire
11 Get the look

24 Web reviews
26 Book reviews
45 Giveaways
55 Events diary
57 News
69 Coming next month
72 Around the houses
Features
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43 Green Dolphin Street
14 Southern hospitality
31 Miniature art of the South West
37 Maker prole
46 10 Questions
58 The Kensington
Dollshouse Festival
Projects
12 Paper lilies
18 Southern fried chicken
28 American quilt
40 Varsity jackets
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49 Stars & Stripes

52 Cheerleader
62 New York diner specials
Techniques
66 Kit review
Inspiration
23 Fresh pancakes
36 Outdoor living
60 Mid-century modern
65 Furniture designs
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Green Dolphin Street

Elizabeth Slinn tells us how she created her intriguing
dolls house, inspired by her favourite novel.
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live in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada. My story

is about my dolls house, which Ive named No. 43 Green
Dolphin Street.
I had my first brief introduction to miniatures when I was only
six years old, yet it wasnt until I was in my early 20s that I realised
that this was a serious hobby for serious adults. In those early days,
I made a number of simple rooms inside old apple crates and Ikea
display boxes. It was around 1986 that I built my very first dolls
house, Tea and Crumpets, from a Greenleaf Storybook Cottage
kit, closely followed by the Greenleaf Jefferson and finally the
Greenleaf Glencroft kit. But by the year 2000, Id (temporarily) lost
all interest in miniatures, re-directing my full attention towards
home renovations and landscaping my Real Life garden.
Twelve years later, after finding my poor Arthur [an example of
the famous Greenleaf house design] at a local secondhand store,
I was more than ready to try dolls house-ing again. I had also
started writing a blog under the name Studio E Miniatures, which
I used to chronicle the next two and a half years of working on
this project. My Arthur was originally intended as a showcase
for my homeless collection of American Country miniatures,
but early on I changed my mind, opting instead for an English
country cottage, and drawing my inspiration from my all-time
favourite novel, Green Dolphin Street by Elizabeth Goudge.
To create a stone finish, I used torn egg cartons, wood glue
and wall patching putty, applying them in layers to build up the
shape of each stone, until eventually I completed all three sides.
The stonework took the longest because I kept changing my mind
about the colour. To me the stones always looked wrong, being
either too dark or looking too flat, yet when I bumped up the
brown tones, the stones looked muddy, so then Id add more black
for definition only to find myself right back where Id started.
I repeatedly re-surfaced and re-painted this cottage, and never felt
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satisfied with it, which of course drove me crazy! I finally had to

force myself to just leave it alone and move on.
I worked on both the inside and the outside of No 43
simultaneously, and regularly blogged about my successes as well
as my many failures. Fellow bloggers enthusiastically responded
to my posts with generous comments and astute observations.
I also experimented with new techniques during this build,
which resulted in some really obvious mistakes, making me feel
like a complete novice instead of an experienced miniaturist.
However, in trying to correct these blunders, I ended up with
a better project than the one Id initially envisioned!
I made most of the rustic kitchen fittings from scratch, using
Patricia King and Andrea Barhams how-to books as guides, and
there are a number of treasured Artisan pieces from the 90s that
reside in my cottage. Personally, I prefer a mix of both high and
low (collectors pieces rubbing shoulders with mass produced and
scratch built) which is exactly how I choose to decorate my Real
Life home. And if something accidentally gets chipped, stained or
scratched, its considered well-loved. Some brand new miniatures
were aged on purpose so that they would fit in visually.
I worked on the garden of No. 43 over several months, starting
after most of the stonework was completed on the front and
right-hand side of the dolls house. I wanted it to look natural and to
grow as a real garden would. I modified a couple of The Miniature
Gardens euphorbia flower kits, and my friend Fatima, who made
the amazing onion and garlic ropes hanging in the cottage kitchen,
also made me some white peonies to plant in my garden. In fact,
there are lots of gifts and exchanges from family and friends as
well as from a number of fellow bloggers, which are prominently
displayed both inside and out. I made most of the garden plants
using the cut and paste method, mixing paper, silk, plastic or dried
flowers with model railway landscaping products.
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For me, developing the garden was not only the most rewarding
part, but also the most challenging, especially trying to remember
what season was appropriate for each plant, not to mention how
to companion plant in miniature. I did take quite a bit of artistic
licence when composing the groupings, but Im very pleased with
the final results.
I finished my dolls house just in time for the June 2015 West
Coast Miniature Show where it gathered considerable attention,
and I received a lot of positive feedback. I was absolutely thrilled
when it was announced that No. 43 Green Dolphin Street had been
voted Best in Show!
A very happy ending indeed.
You can see more of Elizabeths work in progress at
studioeminiatures.blogspot.co.uk
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43 GREEN DOLPHIN STREET

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4. FLOWERS 1:12 SCALE

Fresh owers brighten a replace in the
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5. JESSICA CUSHION
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6. FOLDING SCREEN
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In an atmospheric interior, such as the one Elizabeth has created for 43 Green
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Paper lilies
BY LYDIA CROOK
Create these white, long stemmed beauties to add a touch

of elegance to your dolls house.
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his bouquet of paper lilies would work

well in any room in your dolls house.
The lilies are very quick and easy to
make, requiring only little bits of paper and
wire. The lilies are 1:12 in scale.
MATERIALS
Thin white or o-white card (A4)

Watercolour paints in yellow and green
0.8mm (20 gauge) stub orist wire
Scalpel
Ruler
Cutting mat
Sticky tape
Eraser
UHU glue
Paper clip
1. Cut the stub wire into ve lengths of

5060mm. Photocopy or scan and print out
the lily templates (see diagram below) and
roughly stick them down on the thin white
card with sticky tape.
2. Carefully cut out each part of the lily
with a scalpel, then paint the leaves green
and stamen tops yellow on both sides with
watercolour paint. Leave to dry completely.
3. Place one of the stub wire pieces into
the eraser.
PHOTOGRAPHS: LOUISE CLARKSON, LYDIA CROOK
4. Using an opened out paperclip, add a

bit of UHU glue to the bottom of a painted
stamen and stick it onto the top of the wire.
Leave to dry. Repeat this step with the other
pieces of wire and stamens.
5. Carefully curl the rest of the stamen

around the wire and secure in place with
some more UHU glue. Leave to dry. Repeat
this step with the other pieces of wire and
stamens as before.
6. Add a bit of UHU glue to the base of a lily
petal piece and stick it onto the top of the
wire, covering the stamen a little. Carefully
bend the base of the petals around the
stamen/wire and secure in place with some
more UHU glue. Leave to dry. Repeat with
the other petals and stamen wires.
7. Fold a leaf shape in half, add a bit of UHU
glue to the bottom fold and stick it onto the
wire 510mm below the lily petals. Pinch to
secure in place and leave to dry. Repeat with
the other leaves. Finally, carefully curl each
lily petal outwards and then bend the leaves
away from the wire a little. Pop all the owers
in a vase and admire your lily bouquet.
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TIPS
Unfolding a paper clip and using it to
apply the UHU glue stops you getting
into a sticky mess!
EXTRA PROJECTS
Once you are condent making lilies,
why not try and create dierent owers?
RESOURCES
All materials can easily be brought
from most craft shops.
TEMPLATE
Printed at 100%
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Southern hospitality
PHOTOGRAPHS: KIM MCKISSON
BY SHARON DODDROE
This room box in the KSB Miniatures

Collection pays tribute to the Kentucky
Derby, one of the most famous horse
races in the world, held in collector Kaye
Brownings home state.
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he KSB Miniatures Collection in the United States is well known for

displaying the work of some of the finest miniatures artisans in the
world. The collection fills 3,300 square feet of the Kentucky Gateway
Museum Center in Maysville, Kentucky, and is a must-see destination
for miniaturists. And while its reputation precedes it, the collections founder and
curator, Kathleen Savage Browning, or Kaye as most people know her, can often be
found giving impromptu personal tours to visitors. Shes a perfect ambassador of
that warm and welcoming southern hospitality youve heard of in the States, and an
even bigger envoy of promoting miniatures as an art form.
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Linda Young made the miniature Garland of

Roses, using 564 hand made red blooms.
Her namesake collection features

miniature working instruments and
tools, replicas of priceless museum
works and furnishings created using
the same materials and techniques that
artisans used centuries ago to create the
full-sized items. The list of contributing
artisans reads like a Whos Who of the
miniatures world, with works by John
Hodgson, Geoffrey Wonnacott, Barry
Hipwell, David Hurley, Ernie Levy and Bill
Robertson. Many items are displayed in
equally impressive houses and historically
accurate room boxes by Kevin Mulvany
and Susie Rogers, Eugene and Henry
Kupjack, Ray Whitledge and Harry Smith.
Every location and time period imaginable
is represented in the collection, but one of
the most popular exhibits pays tribute to
Kayes home states heritage and affection
for horse racing.
FAST HORSES, FROSTY DRINKS

AND FANCY HATS
The UKs Epsom and Royal Ascot derbies
are undoubtedly famous when it comes to
Thoroughbred racing, but in America its
all about the Kentucky Derby. Even nonequestrians take part in the festivities the
name of which is pronounced durby, like
the bourbon they use in their signature
mint juleps, as opposed to darby, as the
Brits say. Yes, horses and horse racing are
a big deal in Kentucky. The Queen herself
has toured the horse farms of the Bluegrass
State and has even kept some horses from
her own stable there. She dressed in lime
green with a matching hat with pink bow
for the Kentucky Derby in 2007, so its safe
to say shes a fan as well.
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Since The Run for the Roses, as the

derby is known, is a verifiable Kentucky
treasure it was only suitable that it be
commemorated in a room box, complete
with a 1:12 scale 18K gold replicas of the
Kentucky Derby trophy, the tiny sterling
silver mint julep cups traditionally used
for the official Derby drink, and a scale
reproduction of the spectacular garland of
roses which drapes the winning horse.
Reminiscent of the 1970s, the room
box conjures up memories of a decade
when horse racing was a frequent news
headline. Secretariat, in 1973, not only won
the Kentucky Derby that year, he broke a
record on the track and became the first
Triple Crown winner the US had seen in
25 years. The Thoroughbred stallion had
a following known previously only by
movie stars, and his owner, Penny Tweedy,
became a celebrity in her own right that
year. She became even better known in
2010 when the movie Secretariat hit the
big screen.
Looking into the Kentucky Horse Farm
Library room box, you can almost imagine
how Ms Tweedy, or any owner of a Derbywinning horse, would be feeling after the
race. A glass of champagne sits on the
side table; an elegant ladys hat rests on a
chair as if being tossed there in a moment
of exhilaration; and the Kentucky Derby
trophy sits proudly on the sofa table.
Nearby, delicate silver mint julep cups
await pricey bourbon in preparation of the
Derbys official drink.
This striking room box has seen its
own share of fame. It was displayed at the
World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky
Horse Park in 2010, which 500,000 people
attended, and it continues to be featured

in newspapers and on television at Derby
time. It didnt always, however, have its
roots in racing.
The piece was originally created
by Ray Whitledge as A Gentlemans
Study, explains Kaye. Ray made several
furnishings including the sofa, striped
chair, draperies and books. I added a
few items to give it more of a Kentucky
horse farm feel. When Kentucky tourism
officials asked me to display it during the
World Equestrian Games, I then decided
to make it more specific to the Derby and
commissioned Pete Acquisto to create
the trophy and mint julep cups and Linda
Young to make the garland of roses.
Both artisans did substantial research for
their items. Linda consulted with the actual
makers of the rose blanket and discovered
that a precise number and colour of
roses were used. My biggest challenge in
designing this garland was to be able to
make a rose the perfect size so that when
564 roses were adhered to the fabric, along
with the outline of greenery, the finished
product would measure a little less than 2
inches wide and 11 inches long, says Linda.
Pete, an Arizona miniaturist known for
his silver and gold work, had never made a
trophy in his 40-plus years in the business.
Pete Acquisto
produced the mint
julep cups and trophy,
as essential a part
of the Derby as the
garland and the
ladies fancy hats.
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A LONDON GEM IN
KENTUCKY
To date it is still the only trophy he has ever
made. After doing research and analysing
photographs from the Kentucky Derby
Museums website, he scaled the design to
1:12 scale.
His repertoire of tools included a lathe, a
milling machine, a flex shaft machine, and a
Little Torch, but he also meticulously hand
carved several aspects of the trophy, which
he created using sterling silver and 18K
gold gilt. Soldering the reins on the horse
and rider was extremely difficult, admits
Pete. The trophy took me three months to
make and was one of the most challenging
pieces I have ever done.
The mint julep cups were also time
consuming, due to the fine banding
around each cup. but Pete, who works to
thousands-of-an-inch preciseness, perfectly
reproduced the pieces to scale. Kaye,
whose exacting taste is second only to her

southern charm, would not have had it any
other way. When I work with artisans who
are passionate about re-creating an item
as it was initially constructed, I know I am
witnessing a true art form, says Kaye.
To see more items from the KSB
Miniatures Collection visit facebook.com/
KathleenSavageBrowningMiniatures where
artisans works are featured each week.
RESOURCES
KSB Miniatures Collection,
Kentucky Gateway Museum Center,
215 Sutton Street,
Maysville, KY 41056
USA
ksbminiaturescollection.com
The KSB Miniatures Collection

features thousands of fine art
miniatures, room boxes and vignettes
but its premier exhibit is Spencer
House by acclaimed UK miniaturists
Mulvany and Rogers. Their 1:12-scale
reproduction of the ancestral London
home of Lady Diana, Princess of
Wales, replicates eight of the nine
state rooms open to the public. It
features hand-carved gold-gilded
ceilings, carpets created on full-size
looms, miniature oil paintings, and
replicas of many of the estates art
objects in real gold, sterling silver and
porcelain. A video on the making of
the art piece runs during museum
hours and can also be seen at
ksbminiaturescollection.com.
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PROJECT
Little sticks
of seaside rock
BY LYNN ALLINGHAM
Make sticks of rock to fill paper bags and jars

overflowing with rock slices.
hy not create a scene that is
the stuff of childhood dreams?
When I think of Victorian sweet
shops, I picture paper bags stuffed to the
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brim with sweets. Make 1:12 scale fruity

clay canes with images running through
them to depict sticks of rock that are easily
adaptable to fit any era.
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PROJECT
Southern fried chicken

BY KELLY MURDIE
Get in the kitchen and rustle up this all-American

favourite from the Deep South!
n this project I show you how to make this
1:12 scale feast of Southern fried chicken,
sweetcorn fritters, sweet potato wedges,
coleslaw and barbecue sauce, with Key Lime
pie for dessert.
1:12 scale bowl (20mm in diameter)

1:12 scale gingham fabric
1:12 scale tart mould (25mm in diameter)
1:12 scale round plate (32mm in diameter)
Scissors
MATERIALS
FIMO MIXING GUIDE:
Polymer clay in: translucent white, white,

tangerine, true red, plum, sun yellow,
lemon yellow, champagne, caramel, apple
green, ochre, black, flesh light, cognac
Liquid Fimo
Dried semolina
Soft pastels ochre, terracotta, burnt
sienna, dark brown
A selection of ball end tools/nail art
dotting tools
Long thin needle tool (or pin)
Craft knife/razor blade
Circular sugarcraft cutter (or similar)
Roller
Glass/tile work surface
Fimo clear gloss varnish
Fine artists paintbrush
1:12 scale oval plate (35mm in length x
20mm in width)
Sweetcorn mix Sun yellow : lemon yellow :

translucent white (1 : 1 : 1)
Fritter mix Translucent white: sun yellow
(3 : 1)
Red cabbage mix (1) True red : plum :
translucent white : black (3 : 2 : 1 + tiny
amount)
(2) Translucent white : white: sun yellow
(3 : 1 + tiny amount)
White cabbage mix (1) Translucent white :
white: apple green, ochre and sun yellow
(3 : 1 + tiny amounts)
(2) Translucent white : white: sun yellow
(3 : 1 + tiny amount)
Carrot mix Translucent white : tangerine
(3 : 1)
Green cabbage mix Translucent white :
white : apple green and ochre
(3 : 1 + tiny amounts)
Onion mix Translucent white : white :

Champagne (4 : 2 : 1)
Cream coleslaw mix White + tiny amount
of sun yellow
Sweet potato mix Translucent white :
tangerine : cognac (4 : 2 : 1)
Foundation brown mix Translucent white:
caramel : ochre (4 : 2 : 1)
Chicken mix Translucent white: flesh light :
white (3 : 2 : 1)
Lime cane mix Lime segments - translucent
white : apple green : ochre (4: 1 : 1)
Lime pith translucent white : white : apple
green (2 : 1 + tiny amount)
Lime peel apple green : translucent white :
black (6 : 2 : 1)
Key lime pie filling mix Translucent white :
white : apple green and ochre (3 : 1
+ tiny amounts)
Cream mix White : translucent white:
Champagne (1 : 1 + tiny amount)
SWEETCORN FRITTERS
1. Roll out a thin cable of the Sweetcorn mix,
cutting small pieces with the craft blade
and rolling gently between your thumb and
index finger to give a rounded sweetcorn
kernel shape. Make approximately 10-20 of
these and bake in the oven for 5 minutes.
2. Add semolina to the Fritter mix until it is

slightly crumbly. Mix the baked sweetcorn
pieces in with the Fritter mix and separate
into four small balls approximately 4mm in
diameter. Roll the balls flat until 1.5mm thick
and texturise using the ball end tool and
needle tool.
3. Dust the fritters with the Ochre, Terracotta

and Burnt Sienna pastels. Take your oval plate
and smear with a tiny dot of Liquid Fimo on
the left side. Lay one of the fritters on top, add
another dot of Liquid Fimo and lay another
fritter over the top until all four fritters are
stacked. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
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COLESLAW
1. Begin by mixing the Red Cabbage and
White Cabbage clay mixes. First lay two lots
of the cream mix (2) on your work surface
and lay the White Cabbage mix (1) and Red
Cabbage mix (1) directly on top and roll until
very thin. Gather up the clay in a concertina
formation using a combination of your
needle tool and craft blade. Bake for 5-10
minutes. Slice thinly using your craft blade
while the clay is still warm from the oven.
2. Mix the Carrot, Green Cabbage and

Onion clay mixes and roll out until thin. Bake
for 5 minutes and slice thinly into fine batons
while still warm.
3a
3b
Add Terracotta, Burnt Sienna and Dark

Brown pastels to Liquid Fimo and mix well.
Dot some of the barbecue sauce on the
plate and bake for 5 minutes.
3. Take a small amount of Cream Coleslaw

mix and combine with Liquid Fimo until it
reaches the consistency of mayonnaise. Add
the coleslaw ingredients and mix well (3a).
Transfer a small amount of the coleslaw mix
to the plate (3b) and bake for 5 minutes.
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SWEET POTATO WEDGES

1. Condition the Sweet Potato clay mix and
roll into potato shapes approximately 10mm
in length. Freeze for about 5 minutes and
slice each potato in half, then into wedges.
Bake in the oven for approximately 5 minutes.
2. Mix a small amount of Liquid Fimo with dark
brown pastel until tacky. Take each potato
wedge and paint with the brown mixture
along one of the edges. Bake for 3 minutes.
Wait until cooled and repeat this process until
all of the edges are painted on each wedge
(making sure that you bake to seal each edge
you paint). Add a small amount of Liquid Fimo
to the plate and lay some of the wedges on
top. Bake for 5 minutes.
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SOUTHERN FRIED
D CHICKEN
1. Condition the Foundation Brown mix with
semolina until slightly crumbly in texture.
Next tear off small random pieces of clay to
make cooked chicken pieces.
2. Take the china bowl and cut a square
section of the gingham fabric large enough
to line the inside. Coat the inside of the
bowl with a thin layer of Liquid Fimo and
lay the fabric on top. Coat with another
thin layer of Liquid Fimo and add the fried
chicken pieces. Texturise the surface of the
chicken pieces with the needle tool further
if you wish and bake for 10 minutes.
3. Take some of the Chicken mix and
roll into an egg shape approximately
6mm in length. Wrap in a thin layer of the
Foundation Brown mix until none of the

Chicken mix clay is showing. Freeze for at
least 5 minutes.
4. Cut the fried chicken piece in half and
texturise using the needle tool to make the
batter crispy/crumbly and the craft blade
to make small incisions in the chicken to
replicate the meat texture.
5. Add a small amount of Liquid Fimo to the
top of the fried chicken in the bowl and to
the plate and attach the two chicken halves.
Bake in the oven for 10 minutes. Once
cooled, apply clear varnish to the chicken
flesh, coleslaw, barbecue sauce and over
random sections of the wedges, fritters and
fried chicken batter.
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KEY LIME PIE

1. Construct the lime cane (as pictured).
Begin by mixing together the different
elements of the lime cane, as listed in the
Fimo mixing guide. Using a round cutter, cut
out a thick circle of the lime segment clay.
Next, roll out a long thin strip of the pith
clay (the same width as the height of your
lime segment circle), take the craft blade
and slice through the lime segment circle
from 12 to 6 oclock then sandwich the two
halves with a strip of the pith clay. Next, slice
from 9 to 3 oclock, sandwich with another
strip of the pith clay. Repeat this process by
slicing from 7 to 1 oclock and 5 to 11 oclock,
adding strips of the pith clay as you do so.
Wrap a layer of the pith clay around the
outside of the cane and finish with a layer of

the lime peel mix.
2. Roll out a thin disc of the Foundation
Brown mix, lay over the tart mould and press
in place using the ball end tool. Trim the
excess clay around the top using the craft
blade. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
3. Smear a thin layer of Liquid Fimo on the
inside of the pastry case and add a disc
of the Key Lime mix large enough to fill it.
Smooth the disc of clay up to the edges of
the pastry case. Using the ball end tool draw
circular patterns in the surface starting from
the centre and working outwards.
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4. Coat the top of the pie with a thin layer

of Liquid Fimo and smooth the surface with
your index finger, making a circular motion.
Freeze for 5-10 minutes. Cut a slice from the
pie and bake for 10 minutes.
5. Add a small dollop of the Cream mix to the
centre of the pie using a tiny dab of Liquid
Fimo. Reduce the lime cane by rolling until it is
approximately 5- 6mm in diameter and freeze
for 10 minutes. Cut a thin slice from the cane
using the craft blade and cut in half. Texturise
with the needle tool and attach to the dollop
of cream. Take your plate and coat with a thin
layer of Liquid Fimo, attach the pie (but not
the slice) and bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
RESOURCES
EXTRA PROJECTS
Polymer clay (Fimo) can be purchased at all good craft retailers.

Ball end/nail art dotting tools are sold on Ebay.
Ceramic plates/bowls and gingham fabric are available from Tumdee Miniatures.
This meal set would look ideal in

American themed doll houses, cafs,
coffee houses and roadside diners.
DESIGNER TIPS
Be sure to line up your lime cane precisely otherwise the cane will distort and all
your hard work will be ruined.
Take your time with texturising the Southern fried chicken pieces the results will
be worth it!
Dont skip the freezing stages! It really does help to stop the clay from distorting
when slicing.
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INSPIRATION
INSPIRATION
Can anyone resist a plate of pancakes

fresh from the hob? Served with banana
and syrup, are they better for breakfast or
dessert? Who knows theyre irresistible!
RESOURCES
Find more delicious treats like these pancakes in the
Artistique dolls house miniatures shop on Etsy.
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REGULAR
Web reviews
We scour the web to bring you our favourite
mini-inspired sites, blogs and shops.
FOURLITTLEWALLS.COM
Kats focus is on exceptional quality, but we cant ignore her
sense of style. With its scheme of cool neutrals and sweet pastel
shades, her on-trend miniatures store showcases collections
youd covet in a full-sized home.
Youll nd everything from house kits to the tiniest nishing
touches individual leaves for the garden, anyone? With such
attention to detail, the store leans towards adult collectors, but
theres a child friendly section to keep little ones involved.
Self-build kits, along with tutorials on the blog, add an interactive
element that really gives control to mini designers.
Kats blog of the same name is also well worth a look. Featuring
DIY projects and dolls house tours, its an extension of her
creativity thats just as chic as the store.
THEDAILYMINI.COM
Nothing short of a miniature hub, this is an essential visit for
dolls house lovers and designers everywhere. The site gives
a daily dose of the most awe-inspiring creations, as well as
interviews with favourite contributors.
Daily Minis knack for picking the most unusual miniatures is
what makes it loved by so many. From penny-sized saws to a
Gameboy tinier than a ngernail, its sure to pique your interest
day after day.
Besides being a source of inspiration, this blogs following of
like-minded miniature artists make it an ideal means to submit
your own work. Far from the popular food and furniture that we
love but have denitely seen before, this is an incredible point
of reference for creators and readers alike.
KITTYANDKATMINIATURES.BLOGSPOT.CO.UK
Over the past year, Kat has shared the progress of her
daughters dolls house, as she collects and creates all sorts of
charming additions.
Her collection combines bought and handmade items,
and she posts about each and every one, whether its a trip
to a vintage fair or a tutorial for her very own tiny kitchen
appliances. More often than not, theres another project
on the go, the most impressive being an awesome super
fantastic playhouse, showing her wonderful air for design.
As well as her admirable talent for making and sourcing
furniture, Kats friendly writing style really warms us to her
after a few posts youll feel like youve been chatting about
miniatures with her in person.
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Book reviews
We review three books to spark your creativity.

STENCILING BASICS: EASY TECHNIQUES FOR HOME DCOR & GIFTS!
Leisure Arts
5.99
ISBN 9781464741166
The techniques in this booklet can easily be applied to decorating small items. This
beginners guide includes detailed instructions on everything from surface preparation
to technique. Hints and tips include selecting a basic tool kit, how to load a stencil brush
with paint and clean it afterwards, and even how to cover slight mistakes which could well
come in handy! When youre ready, try your hand at nine creative projects; from sprucing
up an old wooden chest to creating a personalised plaque or a vibrant jute rug, these easy
ideas and instructions will have you mastering the art of stencilling in no time.
UPHOLSTERY: A COMPLETE COURSE

David James
GMC Publications
19.99
ISBN 9781784941253
With the popular upcycling trend at an all time high, this is a revised edition of Upholstery:
A complete course, which was rst published more than 25 years ago. With its updated
knowledge, this book is still perfect for those looking to learn more about the subject
of upholstery. This encyclopaedic guide covers (pun intended) all aspects of the craft,
from its history and development, all the way through to the modern tools, materials and
techniques required to become a true restorer. With over 300 pages this is a complete
overview of the upholstery trade with beautifully clear illustrations youll soon be putting
your new-found knowledge to the test, with DIY projects including a Victorian dining chair
and a piped scatter cushion. Whether youre a novice looking for a new skill or an old hand
refreshing your knowledge, this guide is suitable for people of all levels and abilities.
MAKING MINIATURE FOOD: 12 SMALL-SCALE PROJECTS TO MAKE

Angie Scarr
GMC Publications
5.99
ISBN 9781784941703
Who can resist tiny food? But if you think making it is best left to the experts, this booklet
will persuade you to think again. Its clear photographs take you step-by-step through
making realistic bananas, bacon and beetroot in fact theres a whole supermarket full
of food here, not just things that begin with b! It nishes with a useful section explaining
exactly what polymer clay is and how best to work with it. Best avoid wearing clothes that
shed bres, for example, as they can transfer to the clay. It includes clear proportional mixes
for each project plus how to store work in progress, plus trouble-shooting tips. This is not a
long book but its approach is straightforward and it will make a useful guide.
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American quilt
BY SUE JOHNSON
Make a simple patchwork quilt in a traditional

log cabin design for a dolls house bed.
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his is an easy approach

to miniature quilt making,
which creates fairly quick
results. I have used a traditional
log cabin design using several
fabrics with a red, cream and
blue theme, but of course you
can use co-ordinating fabrics to
suit any colour scheme in your
dolls house setting.
MATERIALS
Assorted cotton fabrics in
your chosen colour theme
Matching cotton threads plus
tacking thread
11.5cm x 12.5cm piece of thin
wadding
11.5cm x 12.5cm backing
cotton
Good quality (170gsm)
gloss-coated craft paper
Metal ruler and craft knife
Sharp scissors
Quilting needle and
quilting pins
Fabric glue
Small cutting mat and rotary
cutter (optional)
PHOTOGRAPHS: LOUISE CLARKSON, LYDIA CROOK
Once you have assembled the

materials, measure your bed.
The quilt measures 11.5cm x
12.5cm. It will drape over the
sides of a single bed or t the
top of a double bed. Simply
add or remove rows and the
number of squares accordingly
to increase or decrease the size
of your quilt.
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QUILT GUIDE
1. Cut several 1cm wide strips

of paper using a metal ruler
and craft knife on a cutting
board. The gloss-coated paper
used here will not disintegrate,
while allowing the fabric to
be wrapped around it without
bending. For the centre of the
quilt, you will need a paper
template measuring 1.5cm x
2.5cm (right). Thread a needle
with some tacking thread.
11.5cm
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E
C
A
D
D
B
2. Decide which fabric you

would like for the centre of the
quilt and cut a piece 2.5cm x
3.5cm. Place your card rectangle
template in the centre. Using
images AC as a guide, secure
the rst side by applying two very
tiny dots of glue to the left hand
side corners then glue these
corners down. Turn under the
second long side and bring your
needle up through the centre of it
and tack. Turn under and tack the
rst short side, the second long
side then the second short side.
3. Cut two card pieces 1.5cm
long from your 1cm strips and
two pieces 4.5cm long (A and B
on the chart and diagram). Wrap
them with fabric and tack to
secure in the same way as you did
for the central piece, making sure
the fabric is fairly taut. Pin the ve
completed patches to a padded
board. I use the lid of my sewing
basket for this and nd it perfect.
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F
A
C
E
G
Strip
Card Template
Size Fabric Strip Size
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
1.5 x 1cm
4.5 x 1cm
3.5 x 1cm
6.5 x 1cm
5.5 x 1cm
8.5 x 1cm
7.5 x 1cm
10.5 x 1cm
2.5 x 2cm
5.5 x 2cm
4.5 x 2cm
7.5 x 2cm
6.5 x 2cm
9.5 x 2cm
8.5 x 2cm
11.5 x 2cm
4. Using the chart and diagram,

continue to cut and wrap the
required strips CH, two of
each, for your quilt. You can
either prepare all the pieces you
need or sew as you go. I prefer
the latter for this design.

Begin sewing the two A
patches into place using a
very small overlap stitch on
the wrong side. Then add
the two B strips.
A
4
3
4
12.5cm
1.5 x B
2.5
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5. Continue adding your log

patches in this way the two
short strips followed by the
two longer strips until you
have completed sewing all the
patches AH into place. There
are 16 strips plus the centre
rectangle altogether. Dont pull
the stitches too taut or it will
distort the shape of the quilt.
6. To make the border, cut two
strips of your paper 12.5cm x
1cm for the border sides and
two strips 9.5cm x 1cm for the
border top and bottom. Cut two
fabric strips 13.5cm x 3.5cm and
two measuring 10.5cm x 3.5cm
accordingly. Fold the rst fabric
strip in half lengthways and
place the paper strip centrally
against the fold. Check the strips
are long enough, as the size of
your quilt may have changed
very slightly.
7. Turn in the two side edges
of the fabric strip and the
lower hem and tack into place
maintaining the upper fold by
pressing with your ngertips.
You shouldnt use an iron
because you dont want the
nished item to have a denite
crease at the side edges.
Prepare all four fabric strips in
the same way.
8. Begin sewing the tacked card
edge of the smaller strips to
the top and bottom of the quilt
in the same way you stitched
the logs together with a small
overlap stitch. Keep the edges
straight and even, making sure
the border strips begin and end
exactly in line with the log strips.
9. Now add the two longer
side strips, stitching right to
the edges of the fabric strips.
Remove all the tacking stitches
and card templates at this stage.
Press both sides of the quilt
lightly, taking care not to iron out
the folds in the border strips and
maintaining the shape then lay to
one side.
10. Place the piece of backing
and the thin wadding together
(you can separate the
lightweight wadding to make
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an even thinner layer). Press

these quite rmly with a steam
iron if possible. This will almost
mould them together, making it
easier to line the quilt as they will
not move. Turn under, tack and
press a 5mm hem around the
edge of the borders.
11. Place the wadding and
backing in the centre of
the wrong side of the quilt,
wadding-side down. Turn over
the two side border strips along
the fold you made when tacking
the card in place and pin to
secure. With a small overlap
stitch, sew these two sides into
position.
12. Now turn over the top and
bottom border strips, taking
care with the corners to ensure
a neat and square nish. Pin and
sew the nal two border edges
into position then neaten the
corners with the correct colour
thread. Remove the tacking
stitches from the border hems
and press the completed quilt.
TIPS
9
4
10
11
Keep all pieces neat

and straight throughout
all stages to ensure a
perfect nish.
Make sure the paper
strip templates are
perfectly even as this will
determine the completed
quilt shape.
RESOURCES
Simple basic fabrics and
threads are available from
most local craft stores.
EXTRA PROJECTS
You can make a smaller
pillow sham to match your
quilt using the borders
as an Oxford-style edge.
Use a couple of the
fabrics used in the quilt to
make coordinating plain
cushions and curtains.
PHOTOGRAPHS: LOUISE CLARKSON,
SUE JOHNSON
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Miniature art of the
SOUTH WEST
Natalie Clegg shares her fascinating collection with us and

explains what all the pieces mean and how they are displayed.
have always been fascinated with all

things Wild West, no doubt a byproduct of watching too many cowboy
movies in my childhood alongside a
voracious appetite for western novels.
While I would love to have lots of real size

South Western art in my home, I have
instead managed to collect a lovely range
of beautifully detailed copies in miniature.
The kachinas on the back

row are made by Ron
Hinshaw, while the three at
the front are from unknown
makers the tiniest one
stands on one foot as if
dancing. Kachinas have
names such as (from left to
right back), Canyon Wren,
Wolf, Ram and Hemis. They
are pictured standing on
a full size piece of saguaro
cactus skeleton found in
the Arizona desert.
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miniatures sold
through third
parties, the
makers are unknown.
Most of my South West
collection is displayed in a
Sante Fe adobe style room box
which I have made for the purpose
and which I have named Ponderosa after
the Nevada ranch in the TV series
Bonanza in honour of the cowboy.
I have tried to include many of the
authentic architectural details into the
setting including the corner fireplace
(kiva), the rain gutters and the dirt-covered
roof. The doors and windows are robust and
crudely hand carved to reflect the adze
method of making them, and the roof
supports (vigas) are weathered to reflect the
harsh climate. The thick walls convey the
adobe, which is traditionally made from clay
bricks and then plastered over. I have
chosen to paint the inside of the room in
off-white to reflect the collection. The floor
tiles are characteristic and have been waxed
several times. The tinwork chandelier is a
copy of a Mexican one. The characteristic
strings of chillies hanging at the front are
made from Fimo and raffia.
When I come across something different
or very special, I will add to my collection
I dont think I am ever really finished
with my settings as I often rework them
and change things around if I find new or
better things. Curating this collection has
been very satisfying and has also given me
a chance to learn a lot about other cultures.
KACHINA DOLLS
Kachinas represent identities of the spirit
world masked dancers perform ritualistic
homage at Hopi and Zuni tribal gatherings
to honour their spirits. The vibrant and
colourful dolls are used as aids to teach
children about the history and origins of
these beliefs. Definitely my favourite, these
colourful kachina dolls stand about 30mm
high, and collectively they make a real
statement. I love the amazing detail the
makers have managed to achieve in items
that are so tiny.
BASKETS
Coiled baskets were mainly made by the
Apache who were a fiercely warring tribe,
also renowned for their skill as a result
many other tribes stopped making basket
ware, and began trading their pottery
and other goods with the Apache for
their baskets.
PHOTOGRAPHS NATALIE CLEGG
South West style refers to items and

architecture from the US states of
New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Nevada,
the southern parts of Colorado and
California; it also includes a Mexican and
thereby a Spanish influence. This area
encompasses a formidable desert landscape
of raw earth, wide skies, mesas and
canyons. Stark and earthy, many of the
artworks express this environment and
reflect the spiritual connection that the
makers have with their surroundings.
The origin of much of the artwork goes
back many thousands of years to the
Anasazi who lived in cliff dwellings long
before the modern tribes we know today
the fierce and warlike Apache and
Comanche tribes were nomadic, but there
were also farming tribes such as the Zuni,
Hopi and Navajo (to name just a few they
are generally referred to as the Pueblo
peoples), all of whom have left us a legacy of
beautiful artwork that is attractive, unusual
and perfectly unique. Many makers still
produce exciting artwork today that,
although steeped in its traditions, continues
to reflect the changing modern world.
While having their origins in function,
these beautifully decorated items have
attracted far-sighted collectors since the
late 1880s and their requests began to
popularise and drive a recognisable, evolved
and dynamic style. It has taken me many
years to collect these items and I have
grouped them into broad sections as these
photos show. I know who some of the
makers are, but often, as with so many
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OPPOSITE TOP
FAR LEFT: The
smallest kachina
in my collection
OPPOSITE
TOP LEFT:
Close up of
a kachina
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RUGS
The miniature examples I have here are
very finely woven in wool, some from
Indian Trading Posts and others from fine
miniature artists in the US. Weaving as a skill
was passed down from the ancient Pueblo
people and the Navajo was the tribe who
really made it their own, working on rustic
looms. Demand from tourists led the
Navajo to produce rugs for that
market sometimes in very
bright but also in more muted
colours (see centre rug in the
picture above).
FEATURE
ABOVE: Rugs, from left : Crystal Geometric (Eye Dazzler) by Susie Bia,
Chimayo Style by Laura (Minneapolis) and Navajo Chiefs Blanket
by Sarah Foster.
BELOW: The three pots at the back by Rainbow Hand, which depict
animals or their paws and various symbols and colours, have various
holy or power signicances; the pots in the centre are from various
makers and the black pot to the right has a tiny raised lizard; the plates
at the front are in the soft earthenware Pueblo style.
POTTERY
OPPOSITE:
Can you spot the
face in the Round
Faced Kachina
basket in the
centre? And the
Double Rattlesnake
at the bottom of
the photo? The
design on the right
is known as the
Desert Flower. All
of these were made
by Ki De Miniatures.
The horsehair
basket (front left)
is made in the style
of the Tohono
Oodham (Papago)
tribe who also live
in Arizona.
The Pueblo people were

great influencers of the
different bowls, which
mostly had a utilitarian
purpose, and the
decoration varies greatly
depending on the tribal
styles. I adore miniature
porcelain of all kinds, and
these are no exception. All
the porcelain is marked but
I dont know who all the
makers are. Traditional
Pueblo potters harvest their
own clay, taking only what
they need from the earth,
and washing it several times
to clear the impurities
before adding other
ingredients to make the clay.
Rough kilns are used to bake
these very ornamental pieces
that are still much in demand.
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Really get to know
whatever you are
collecting if possible
visit museums to see real
examples, so you get an
idea of scale and what is
typical of the type.
Collect only pieces you
love; take your time and
find the best examples
you can afford.
See what you can make,
research and have a go.
Try to keep a record of
the makers of the pieces
you own. My collection
has taken me over 25
years to accumulate and
little is known about
some of the makers.
Design a setting so that
the pieces are displayed
to their best advantage.
Fitting pieces into an
existing setting can
be very difficult and
disappointing when the
full effect is not achieved.
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FEATURE
ABOVE LEFT: Close up of a clay

pot with cut out and painted
decoration.
ABOVE MIDDLE: Cow skull of
a long horn steer.
ABOVE: A tiny tipi.
LEFT: Apache hand-drum made
from skin and beautifully painted.
BELOW: Carved coyotes howling
at the moon.
CONTACT DETAILS
natalieclegg.co.uk
Read more about how
Natalie has chosen to
display her collection on her
blog scarlettfrog.com
Let us not forget the Cowboy

here is a holstered Colt 45, a
saddle, a rope, a canteen and of
course a pair of boots and a hat.
(Makers unknown.)
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PLACE ITEMS IN A SETTING An adobe style rustic ladder holds a typical Mexican ristra of
chillies. On the oor is a painted drum and a tall Apache violin. The painting is a copy that
Natalie painted from a magazine picture. The silverware on the Mexicana style table is typical
of the area with tiny pieces of turquoise embedded in it and hand etched markings (all marked
EFW). A tiny Apache style beaded basket sits in front of the two modern copper statues.
The painted skull is backed with leather and embellished with tiny glass beads.
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INSPIRATION
INSPIRATION
Enjoy high summer and living outdoors take a seat on the
decking under an awning to keep off the heat of the sun.
RESOURCES
Marion Russek created this clever
contemporary house you can see more
of it in the September issue of
The Dolls House magazine.
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PHOTOGRAPHS: PAMELA SMYTH
Maker profile
Pamela Smyth
e talk to passionate miniature

maker Pamela, who is based
in Texas, USA.
When did your interest in

miniatures first start?
As a child I loved making decorative
items for my Barbie doll settings and was
fascinated by the tiny fashion accessories
that you could buy. I also used to challenge
myself as to how small I could print with
pen or pencil on paper. But designing
and making miniatures emerged as a true
artistic passion only in the past few years,
initially through my use of polymer clay,
and its just evolved from there. I think
the passion I have for this art form springs
from my appreciation and love of the little
things (and creatures) in life. And for me,
a little world of miniatures seems so sweet

and innocent juxtaposed with a great big,
sometimes maddening and complex society.
What is your favourite material for
making things?
I have worked in various mediums over
the years, such as earthen clay for full-size
vessels and polymer clay for jewellery.
I transitioned the use of polymer into
miniatures, and have broadened the
inclusion of other favourite materials such
as wood, paints and glazes, cardstock
papers and organic elements when possible
into my work.
Which techniques are your favourites?
In my work, I employ all sorts of techniques
and as I evolve and hone my miniature
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skills I love to learn new things. Polymer

clay is so great to work with because of its
versatility and durability; papers are fun
to use in making tiny prints, signboards
and books/journals, and Im learning
more about woodworking. And one of my
favourite techniques is distress-painting
furniture pieces, painting multiple layers
of acrylic paint and then methodically
removing it in such a way as to expose
parts of each of the layers underneath.
How would you describe the style of
your pieces?
I have a rather eclectic sort of personality
and I believe that comes through in my
miniature work because Im kind of all
over the board from cuisine and pottery
to furniture and books to all sorts of
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decorative objects, and Im soon expanding

my line to include mini-themed jewellery
and gift cards. I do think as Im moving
along with my work perhaps there might be
a recognisable signature look about it and
I suppose the best word to describe that
look or style would be eclectic.
Where do you find inspiration for
your designs?
Inspiration is everywhere and my creative
wheels are always turning. It might be an
everyday scene that makes me wonder
what a certain object would look like
in miniature or a speck of colour in a
decorative item shown in a magazine
that I think would look great as the
primary colour for a mini-cupboard. Im
greatly inspired by other artists of various
mediums, by nature, television and films,
and just out of the blue design ideas.
Is there a particular historical
period that you like best?
I appreciate all periods and styles, and
while I dont have one particular favourite
overall, I do love cottage style, Tudor
homes and Brownstone design. And Ive
never been to the United Kingdom, but I
am fascinated by photos of its quaint and
picturesque villages throughout, so Id love
to create some structures and interiors
based on those styles and architecture.
Whats your favourite thing that
youve ever made?
You know, I feel a part of me goes into
every single mini that I make, even the
tiniest, singular pieces, so theyre all my
favourites, really. But I especially favour

the firsts the first tiny book I made, the
first truly realistic batch of chocolate chip
cookies, the first roombox, and so forth.
If I could have one thing from my real
life in miniature it would be
This is an interesting question and one
thing that comes to mind is my real-life
collection of ukuleles. I consider them
to be so happy-sounding and calming
and it seems especially appropriate that
if a miniaturist is going to play a musical
instrument it should be a little ukulele.
I currently have ten ukes and theyre so
beautiful and hung in my living room as
wall art (when theyre not being played) and
I think it would be marvellous to have the
entire collection in miniature! I would also
love to recreate some of the decades-old
dilapidated and decaying buildings, such as
general stores and cafes, found throughout
my home state of Texas, so they could be
preserved forever in miniature form.
CONTACT DETAILS
Pamela Smyth
1 Oak Arts Miniatures
instagram.com/1oakarts/
1oakarts.wix.com/1oakarts
1oakarts@att.net
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PHOTOGRAPHS: LOUISE CLARKSON
Varsity jacket
BY FRANCES POWELL
Make a traditional college jacket for a male doll. A letter is

traditionally placed on the left hand side of the front.
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MATERIALS
1 pair size 19 (1mm/US size 5/0) knitting
needles
35m 1-ply yarn in white
15m 1-ply yarn in blue
5m 1-ply yarn in red
4 miniature buttons or beads
2 small stitch holders or safety pins
APPROXIMATE FINISHED SIZE

Suits a doll 15cm tall: 6cm from the neck to
the hem; 4cm across the chest and a 7cm
sleeve length from the neck to the wrist.
GAUGE/TENSION
This is not important as dolls vary in size.
ABILITY LEVEL
This is not suitable as a rst project in
miniature knitting.
ABBREVIATIONS
st stitch
k knit
p purl
sst stocking (stockinette) stitch (1 row knit,
1 row purl)
k2tog knit next 2 sts together to form
one stitch
p2tog purl next 2 sts together to form
one stitch
inc increase by working into same stitch
twice to make two stitches
( ) repeat instructions between brackets
as detailed in text
yrn take yarn round needle to make a stitch
R use red yarn to work stitches, for
example, k5R knit next 5 stitches using
red yarn, carry white yarn across behind
these stitches
W use white yarn to work stitches, for
example, k5W knit next 5 stitches using
white yarn, carry red yarn across behind
these stitches
PATTERN NOTES
1. Instructions are given in the pattern to
show colour placements for the white, blue
and red jacket. Specic colour instructions
are not given for the red and white jacket, as
the same pattern has been used and colour
changes can be worked out by looking at
the photo. This second jacket illustrates how
a dierent colour choice can completely
change the look and make the pattern more
versatile. If you elect to experiment with
colours you may nd you require more yarn
than that stated in the pattern, for example:
the red and white jacket would require 25m
in each colour of 1-ply yarn.
2. Traditionally, a two-colour Varsity Jacket
has sleeves that are paler than the body.
3. The letter I has not been included in the
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PROJECT
CT
charts, as this is simply a column 2 stitches

tittches
wide by 9 rows high, with additional
al stitches
s
at the top and bottom if required, to give
g top
and foot bars to the letter.
JACKET
Back (make 1)
Using blue, cast on 34 sts.
Rib rows 13: (K1, p1) to end.
Cut blue, join in white, continue in white.
hite.
Change to sst:
Rows 134: Sst.
Row 35: Cast o 2 sts, k to end. (32 sts).
Row 36: Cast o 2 sts, p to end. (30 sts).
Row 37: Knit.
Row 38: Purl.
Row 39: K2tog, k26, k2tog. (28 sts).
Row 40: Purl.
Row 41: Knit.
Row 42: Purl.
Row 44: Purl.
Row 46: Purl.
Row 48: Purl.
Row 50: Purl.
Row 51: k2tog, k16, k2tog. (18 sts)
Row 52: Purl.
Row 53: K2tog, k14, k2tog. (16sts).
Row 54: Purl.
Row 56: Purl.
Row 58: Purl.
Row 60: Purl.
Cast o.
Plain Sleeve (make 1)

*Using blue, cast on 24 sts.
Rib rows 13: (K1, p1) to end.
Change to sst:
Rows 14: Sst.
Row 5: Inc in 1st st, k22, inc in last st. (26 sts).
Row 6: Purl.
Rows 710: Sst.
Row 11: Inc in 1st st, k24, inc in last st.
(28 sts).
Row 12: Purl.
Rows 1316: Sst.
(30 sts).
Row 18: Purl.
Rows 1922: Sst.
(32 sts).
Row 24: Purl.
Rows 2528: Sst.
Row 29: Inc in 1st st, k 30, inc in last st.
(34 sts).
Row 30: Purl.

Rows 3134: Sst.
Row 35: Cast o 2 sts, k to end. (32 sts).
Row 36: Cast o 2 sts, p to end. (30 sts)**.
Row 38: Purl.
Row 40: Purl.
Row 41: Ktog, k22, k2tog. (24 sts).
Row 42: Purl.
Row 44: Purl.
Row 46: Purl.
Row 47: k2tog, k16, k2tog. (18 sts).
Row 48: Purl.
Row 49: k2tog, k14, k2tog. (16 sts).
Row 50: Purl.
Row 52: Purl.
Row 54: Purl.
Row 56: Purl.
Row 58: P2tog, p4, p2tog. (6 sts).
Cast o.
Sleeve with stripe (make 1)

Work as for plain sleeve from * to **
Join in red, DO NOT cut white (carry
colour not in use up side of work)
Row 37: Using red, k2tog, k26, k2tog.
(28 sts).
Row 38: Using red, purl.
Row 39: Using white, k2tog, k24, k2tog.
(26 sts).
Row 40: Using white, purl.
Row 41: Using red, k2tog, k22, k2tog.
(24 sts).
Row 42: Using red, purl.
Cut red, DO NOT cut white, continue in
white:
Row 44: Purl.
Row 46: Purl.
Row 48: Purl.
Row 50: Purl.
Row 52: Purl.
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Row 54: Purl.
Row 56: Purl.
Row 58: P2tog, p4, p2tog. (6 sts).
Cast o.
Left Front (make 1)
Using blue cast on 20 sts.
Rib row 1: (K1, p1) to end.
Rib row 2: (K1, p1) eight times, k1,
p2tog, yrn, p1.
Rib row 3: (K1, p1) to end.
Change to sst:
Row 1: K17, slip next 3 sts onto a stitch
holder for button band. (17 sts).
Row 2: Purl.
Rows 34: Sst.
Make pocket back:
Row 5: K5, turn and work on these
5 sts only.
Row 6: Cast on 6 sts, purl to end. (11 sts).
Rows 710: Sst.
Row 11: Knit.
Cut yarn. Leave these 11 stitches on the
working needle and rejoin yarn to 12 stitches
on the other needle to make pocket front:
Row 5: Knit (12 sts).
Row 6: P10, p2tog. (11 sts).
Row 7: K2tog, k9. (10 sts).
Row 8: P8, p2tog. (9 sts).
Row 12: Purl across ALL stitches on needle
(17 sts).
Rows 1334: Sst.
NOTE: To work a letter D, follow
instructions as written below. For other
letters (aside from I, as explained above),
use the letter placement chart and the
letter substitutions chart.
Row 35: Cast o 2 sts, k4, join in red,
DO NOT cut white, k5R, k5W. (15 sts).
Row 36: P2tog p3W, p6R, p4W. (14 sts).
Row 37: K3W, k3R, k2W, k2R, k4W.
Row 38: P4W, p2R, p3W, p2R, p3W.
Row 39: Using W, k2tog, k1W, k2R, k3W,
k2R, k4W. (13 sts).
Row 40: Using W, p2tog, p2W, p2R, p3W,
p2R, p2W. (12 sts).
Row 41: K2W, k3R, k2W, k2R, k3W.
Row 42: P3W, p6R, p3W.
Row 43: Using W, k2tog, k2W, k5R, k3W.
(11 sts).
Cut red, DO NOT cut white,
continue in white:
Row 44: P2tog, p9. (10 sts).
Row 46: Purl.
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Row 48: P2tog, p6 (7 sts).

Row 50: Purl.
Row 52: Purl.
Row 54: Purl.
Row 56: Purl.
Row 58: P2tog and nish o.
Right Front (make 1)
Using blue, cast on 20 sts.
Rows 13: (K1, p1) to end.
Slip rst 3 sts onto a stitch holder for button
band. NOTE: If working body in ONE
colour, k1, p1, k1, then slip these 3 sts onto
a stitch holder. (17 sts).
Cut blue, leaving a 20cm tail of yarn, join
in white, continue in white.
Change to sst:
Row 1: Knit to end. (17 sts).
Row 2: Purl.
Rows 34: Sst.
Row 5: Knit.
Make pocket back
Row 6: P5, turn and work on these
stitches only.
Row 7: Cast on 6 sts, k to end. (11 sts).

Row 8: Purl.
Rows 912: Sst.
Cut yarn. Leave these 11 stitches on the
working needle and rejoin yarn to 12 stitches
on the other needle to make pocket front:
Row 6: Purl to end. (12 sts).
Row 7: K10, k2tog. (11 sts).
Row 8: P2tog, p9. (10 sts).
Row 9: K8, k2tog. (9 sts).
Row 13: Knit across ALL stitches on needle.
(17 sts).
Row 14: Purl.
Rows 1534: Sst.
Row 35: Knit.
Row 36: Cast o 2 sts p12, p2tog. (14 sts).
Row 37: Knit.
Row 38: Purl.
Row 39: K12, k2tog. (13 sts).
Row 40: P11, p2tog (12 sts).
Row 41: Knit.
Row 42: Purl.
Row 43: K10, k2tog. (11 sts).
Row 44: p9, p2tog. (10 sts).
Row 46: Purl.
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Row 50: Purl.
Row 52: Purl.
Row 54: Purl.
Row 56: Purl.
Row 58: P2tog and nish o.
Pocket Tops (make 2 alike)

With right side facing and using blue, pick
up and knit 6 sts along the pocket slope
on the pocket top.
Row 1: (K1, p1) to end.
Cast o in pattern.
TO MAKE UP JACKET
Press or block if required. Join raglan
shoulder seams, then sew up sleeve and
side seams, taking care to match any colour
changes. Sew pocket backs into place
behind pockets, making sure stitches do
not show on right side of work. Sew pocket
tops into place. Sew in all loose ends.
BUTTONHOLE BAND
Transfer stitches from stitch holder to
needle, with right side of work facing,
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PROJECT
rejoin blue yarn to stitches.

Row 1: P1, k1, p1.
Row 2: K1, p1, k1.
Rows 38: Rep rows 1 and 2, three times.
Row 9: P2tog, yrn, p1 [buttonhole made].
Row 10: K1, p1, k1.
Row 11: P1, k1, p1.
Row 12: K1, p1, k1.
Rows 1318: Rep rows 11 and 12 three times.
Row 20: K1, p1, k1.
Row 21: P1, k1, p1.
Row 22: K1, p1, k1.
Rows 2328: Rep rows 21 and 22
three times.
Row 30: K1, p1, k1.
Row 31: P1, k1, p1.
Row 32: K1, p1, k1.
Rep rows 31 and 32 until band is long
enough to reach centre of back neck
when very slightly stretched.
Cast o.
BUTTON BAND
RESOURCES
Slip stitches from stitch holder onto a needle

and then using the long tail of blue yarn
work, k 1, p 1, k 1, this brings the tail of yarn
to the inside of the button band and will
be easier to sew in, when sewing up the
jacket. Ignore this tail of yarn until it is time to
For instantly downloadable pdf

patterns:
buttercupminiatures.co.uk
store.buttercupminiatures.co.uk/
newsblog
assemble the jacket. With the WRONG side

of work facing, join in remainder of the ball
of blue yarn.
Row 1: P1, k1, p1.
Row 2: K1, p1, k1.
Rep rows 1 and 2 until button band reaches
centre of back neck, when slightly stretched.
Cast o.
Sew button band and buttonhole band
carefully to cardigan, joining seam at back
neck, then sew on buttons to match position
of buttonholes. Sew in all loose ends.
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Knitted Varsity jackets

If you like the sporty US look of these jackets but dont think you
can manage the tiny stitches, clever maker Frances Powell of
Buttercup Miniatures has kindly oered these two to be given
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Making Miniature Food

We have ve copies of this useful instruction book to give away.
Learn how to make rhubarb, cauliower and perfect buns
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Bowl of fruit
Learn everything you need to know about upholstery from the bare
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Natalie and Julie Miles of Miles by Design have

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PHOTOGRAPHS AT HOME WITH MRS HOGARTH LIMITED
Wall panels covered

in Louis (Blue) silk, in an
18th-century room setting.
10 Questions:
Nicola Carr
Nicola specialises in 18th-century quality interior
decorations for At Home with Mrs Hogarth and creates
beautiful silks, trims and wallpapers. By Lesley Rands
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Original 18th-century silks

are carefully selected before
being photographed.
The colours are

carefully balanced
to reect the
original silk.
The digitised images are enlarged and

any aws are repaired pixel by pixel.
How did you become interested in model-making

and dolls houses?
I have always had a fascination with miniatures and dolls houses,
but it was when visiting the Kensington Dollshouse Festival, where
I bought some miniatures and briefly flirted with being a collector,
that I became distracted by the idea of creating and selling items.
Gatsby-inspired
Gatsby
y inspi
p red
apper gown in silkk
with accessoriess
What dolls house items do you specialise in?

I create beautiful silks and hand-printed wallpapers in 1:12 scale.
I am an 18th-century enthusiast, so the designs all have their
origins in the 18th century, though fashion being what it is, many
of the designs enjoyed a resurgence in the 19th century too. The
majority of the historic designs I reproduce are licensed but I am
also a collector of antique silks, so some of these are starting to
appear in my collection.
Miniature silks are sold in a range

of sizes and nishes Crpe de
Chine and Habotai.
What is the main inspiration of your work?

I have many inspirations, one of them being the Spitalfields area of
London in particular the late 17th century and early 18th century
architecture and the silk weaving that took place there.
How do you go about replicating full size items
for the dolls house?
Once the historic design has been chosen it is photographed and
transferred to the computer to resize and replicate it across a large
continuous area. I try to maintain the original colours as much as
possible, although some slight adjustment is sometimes needed to
suit the small scale. The finished silk designs are printed by one of
the most advanced fabric facilities in the country, but I tackle the
wallpaper printing by hand myself.
Have you had any specialist training in model-making
techniques?
I have only ever attended one specialist miniatures course, so my
skills have been acquired in a variety of ways, over the years.
The skill that is most particularly required and which cant be
gained from standard educational resources is the ability to
understand the historic designs that I am working with. The more
I work with these old designs the more I learn. Due to the age of
the source material there may be missing information and only
Cecilia silk fabric

is a good match
for Farrow & Balls
Dix Blue paint.
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experience enables me to fill in the gaps so that the design feels

balanced and complete.
Do you have a dedicated studio or workshop?
Yes, I have one filled with beautiful antique silks, finished
miniatures and the means to create them. I have some very
simple facilities for printing in my own studio, but the time
I spend there is primarily spent experimenting with new
techniques and materials.
What items do you have on your wish list?
I am always looking to buy new historic textiles to reproduce.
There isnt much opportunity to build a wish list in its truest
sense, though, as when suitable textiles become available, they
are always snatched up very quickly because of their rarity.
What has been your biggest achievement so far in your
business and what are your aspirations for the future?
My biggest achievement so far is concluding a licensing agreement
with the Warner Textile Archive. The Archive holds Englands
second largest collection of flat textiles and narrates the rich
history of a great British industry. It is an amazing collection and
it has been a joy and a privilege to be able to select textiles to
reproduce in 1:12 scale.
What is the best advice you can give to a new
collector or crafter?
I think a new collector should make a very careful assessment
about how much they are willing to pay before they start spending.
I became more and more determined to select the highest quality
items. Initially I wasted money on items that I later considered to
be of inferior quality.
Fontainebleau
(Crimson) wallpaper
has a dramatic feel.
Where can customers see and buy your work?

I have a website where all my products can be bought. My social
media of choice is Twitter, where I share lots of beautiful pictures
and links on a range of 18th-century subjects. I also have a
newsletter, which I send every few weeks where its recipients
are the first to learn about new products and ranges. You can
subscribe to this is via my website or at eepurl.com/bEE10L
Violet pigment is
mixed into a softer
shade to create
Fontainebleau
(Lilac) hand-printed
wallpaper.
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Forthcoming shows:
Kensington Dollshouse Festival,
dollshousefestival.com
Miniatura, miniatura.co.uk
CONTACT
athomewithmrshogarth.com
nicola@athomewithmrshogarth.com
@homewithmrshgth
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Stars & Stripes

BY SARA SCALES
Celebrate the great symbol of the United States of America

with a patriotic stitched wall hanging.
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MATERIALS
THREAD COLOURS
32 count murano fabric in cream

Embroidery hoop
Embroidery needle
Sewing needle
Double-sided tape
Scissors
Anchor or equivalent 6-strand embroidery
thread
Sewing cotton
Felt
Glue if required
Colour
Blue
Red
White
This wall hanging is made for a 1:12 scale

home. It is created using a tapestry stitch
with 2 strands of embroidery thread on
32 count aida (cream murano has been
used so the white thread is visible).
The design itself is not dicult, but it is time
consuming due to the repetition of the
pattern, so give your eyes a rest from time
to time. You will also need good light to
complete it.
MAKING UP THE
WALL HANGING
Number
133
47
1
1. After completing your work, trim

the aida, leaving a 1cm edge that has
not been stitched on all the way
around the design.
STITCHING THE DESIGN

The half cross-stitch technique is to bring the
needle up through the fabric (1), the needle
down through the fabric (2), and repeat (see
diagram), without crossing over. You should
make sure that all your stitches run in the
same direction.
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2. Fold in each corner close to your

work (carefully iron if required to hold
in place or use a small amount of the
double-sided tape).
3. Add more tape along the side edges
then fold in the sides to create a mitred
corner (see diagram below). The tape is
only to hold the fabric into place.
4. Using sewing thread, stitch the
folded edges A and B together.
Half ccross stitch
5. Cut a rectangle of felt to t the

nished size and glue or double-sided
tape it to the back of the rug. Stitch a
loop of embroidery thread to hang it on
the wall or simply use sticky tack.
RESOURCES
Thread and needles:
hobbycraft.co.uk
Murano fabric:
stitchcreate.co.uk
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Cheerleader
BY JANET HARMSWORTH
Make a patriotic red, white and blue costume to boost the

performance of a favourite team.
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his 1:12 scale pattern is for a two-piece

cheerleaders outt: a T-shirt and skirt
plus a pair of u y pompoms.
MATERIALS
7.5cm x 15cm blue stretch cotton
T-shirt fabric
6.5cm x 6.5cm white stretch cotton
T-shirt fabric
25cm x 2mm-wide red silk ribbon
15cm red bunka
Metallic knitting yarn each pompom
requires about 3m, but this will depend
on the thickness of the yarn
Fray Stay
SKIRT
1. The template shows the pattern pieces for
the project. Cut out the pattern piece for the
skirt from your fabric (see diagram below).
2. Treat all the raw edges with Fray Stay.
Trim the hem with the thin ribbon, taking
care when trimming the side splits of the
skirt. Trim around the waist with the ribbon.
Fold the skirt in half and stitch the back
seam. Press the seam open.
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PROJECT
T-SHIRT
3. Cut out the two lower pieces of the
T-shirt in the rst colour, then cut the
centrepiece in the second colour. Use
Fray Stay on all the raw edges.
4. Join the T-shirt pieces together with a
small overlap and glue together.
8. Use the point of a small pair of sharp

scissors to get between the two pieces of
card. Cut all the way around the outer edge
of your pompom, cutting through all layers.
Tease the cardboard slightly apart and tie
a piece of matching yarn or thread tightly
around the pompom. Pull the cardboard o
and u up the pompom.
5. Trim the joins with the thin red silk ribbon.

Trim around the armholes and neck with
pulled (unravelled) bunka.
TIPS
Give the pompom a light coat
of hairspray to help control the
bre shedding.
6. Fold the T-shirt in half. With right-sides

together, stitch the side seam and press the
seam open. Turn the T-shirt the right-side out
and press lightly.
This is a 1:12 scale project, but could be

made in other scales by just increasing
or decreasing the pattern size.
POMPOMS
RESOURCES
7. Cut four pompom shapes from card

(you could use a cereal packet). Place two
of the pompom shapes together and wind
your thread around the card as evenly as
possible. Continue winding until the centre
hole is lled (it may help to thread the yarn
onto a darning needle towards the end).
Cotton fabric, knitting yarn and Fray

Stay from haberdashery suppliers.
Dressed dolls, dolls kits and dress/
clothing patterns:
minimannequins.net
T Shirt
3
4
Skirt
Pompom
PHOTOGRAPHS: JANET HARMSWORTH, LOUISE CLARKSON
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FAIRS
FAIRS 2016
The fair at Cheltenham on October 16th has changed to October 30th,
as the hotel needs the room for a whole weekend booking on 16th.
July 23rd
August 6th
August 21st
September 18th
October 9th
October 23rd
October 30th
Highcliffe Nursing Home, 5 Stuart Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 S15
Queen Charlotte Care Home, Chickerell Road, Weymouth DT3 4DQ
EXETER, Conference Centre, Westpoint, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, Devon EX5 1DJ
MAIDSTONE, The Hilton Hotel, Bearsted Rd, Weavering, Maidstone ME14 5AA
LYNDHURST Community Centre, Main Car Park, Lyndhurst SO43 7NY
WESTON-SUPER-MARE, Royal Hotel, Knightstone Rd, Weston-s-Mare BS23 2AH
CHELTENHAM, The Jurys Inn, Gloucester Rd, Cheltenham GL51 0TS
Cobham Antique Dollshouse and Dolls Fair

Cobham Village Hall, Lushington Drive, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 2LU
October 2nd
WENDYS WORLD 01895 834348

wendyhobday@wendysworld.co.uk
www.wendysworldfairs.co.uk
Quality shows since 1982
In the Spot Light
STAFFORD
Artisan 1/12 Designs

There are so many amazing pieces such as False Doors
that are just opening, False Double Doors, Regency Windows
with matching Sashes and casements. Regency Fire Place
designs, Edwardian Windows, Fire Basket designs, all with
glowing embers, plus lots of architectural items.
Sunday September 4th 2016

Members Pavilion
County Showground
Weston Road, Stafford ST18 0BD
(A518 - Stafford -Uttoxeter Road)
10.30 4.00
ADMISSION
All Adults 3.50 Children 5-16 50p
New items from Houseworks
Quality exhibitors Free Prize Draws Refreshments

Signposted Ample free parking
All these items are featured on our web site
TEL 01274 616539
www.doreenjeffriesdollshousefairs.co.uk
This is the New Generation LED lamps. The new LED range has a much brighter and warmer light.
These are now fitted with a larger Lithium battery which is fitted in the lamp its self.
Trade
Supplier
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REGULAR
EVENTS DIARY
Dolls house and craft fairs to
visit throughout the summer.
JULY
17th Dollys Daydreams
Cameo Hotel, Old London Road,
Copdock, near Ipswich, IP8 3JD (o A12)
10.30am 4pm
dollysdaydreams.com
01945 870160/07860 517048
26th-27th Chicago Miniatures Show

Holiday Inn Rolling Meadows/Schaumburg,
3405 Algonquin Road,
Rolling Meadows, IL60008, USA
Friday 7pm 9:30pm, Saturday 10am 4pm
bishopshow.com
+001 (561) 434 6622
SEPTEMBER
AUGUST
Felixstowe Leisure Centre,
The Sea Front, Felixstowe
10.30am 4pm
dollysdaydreams.com
01945 870160/07860 517048
13th 14th West Glamorgan Dolls

House Club
Margam Country Park, Port Talbot,
SA13 2TJ
10am 4pm
margamcountrypark.co.uk
21st Wendys World

The Conference Centre, West Point,
Clyst St Mary, Exeter, EX5 1DJ
10am 4pm
wendysworldfairs.co.uk
01895 834348
21st NSC Miniatures

Lostwithiel Community Centre,
Lostwithiel, PL22 0HA
10am 3pm
nscminiatures.vpweb.co.uk
01208 892831
26th-29th Chilterns Craft & Design Show

Stonor Park, near Henley-on-Thames,
RG9 6HF
10am 5pm
ichf.co.uk
01425 272711
4th Doreen Jeries Fairs

Members Pavilion, County Showground,
Weston Road, Staord, ST18 0BD
10.30am 4pm
doreenjeriesdollshousefairs.co.uk
01274 616 539
27th MGM Fairs

The Digby Hall, Hound Street,
Sherbourne, DT9 3AA
10.30am 3pm
mgmfairs.co.uk
01225 466533

The Rivenhall Hotel, Rivenhall End, near
Witham, CM8 3HB (on A12 westbound)
10.30am 4pm
dollysdaydreams.com
01945 870160/07860 517048
27th-28th Rainham & District

Dollshouse & Miniaturist Group
St Margarets C of E Junior School,
Orchard Street, Rainham, ME8 9AE
10am 4pm Sat, 10am 3pm Sun
rainhamdhg.co.uk
01634 312038
25th Dolls House & Miniatures Fair

The Inn on the Lake Hotel, Watling Street,
Gravesend, DA12 3HB
10am 3pm
peapa001@medwaymail.org
01634 370420/07867528853

Thame Leisure Centre, Oxford Road,
Thame, OX9 2BB
10.30am 4pm
dollysdaydreams.com
01945 870160/07860 517048
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Find out whats what
in the miniature world.
TIME TO CELEBRATE
Cobholm Miniatures of Great Yarmouth is celebrating five years of business in its

current location. This miniatures shop is set within The Rows, a part of the seaside
town that includes 60 shops and is set not far from the town square and quay. Not
only does the shop offer a wide range of miniature items, 80% of which are made
by the owners themselves, they also offer a full dolls house construction and
restoration service. In stock youll find building materials, books and magazines,
furniture for outdoors and in plus a bespoke service for something specific. In an
age when so many local dolls house shops are closing, its vital to support those that
remain and thrive, so why not pop in to Cobholm Miniatures if youre in East Anglia?
To celebrate its anniversary the owners are launching a loyalty card scheme for both
old and new customers, so itll be worth a trip! cobholmminiatures.com
PHOTOGRAPHS: DAVID HODGKINSON
MAKING UP STORIES
Visitors to Tunbridge Wells this summer can
see a fascinating installation in the towns
Museum and Art Gallery, until 3 September.
Called Tall Tales, Tiny Tavern, its an
escapade through the towns history created
by artist Alec Stevens and writer Jo Kimber,
inspired by the Museums collection of dolls
house furniture, some of which is included
in the work. Were hoping to bring you more
about it in next months issue but until then,
if youre in Kent, head to Tunbridge Wells to
take a look for yourself. alecstevens.co.uk,
tunbridgewellsmuseum.org.
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FEATURE
Natalia Franks
Tree of Life
carpet
Conchi Pachero
The Kensington
Dollshouse Festival
My first visit to the show was even better than
Id hoped it would be. By Sarah Farley
aving read organiser Charlotte

Stokoes preview earlier this year,
I had the impression that the
Kensington show was the one to see, the
miniatures show not to miss. But being
told that doesnt really convey its scale
the Festival takes place over three floors
and its absolutely packed with fantastic
makers of miniatures. Stalls run by makers
with smiling faces are tucked into lobbies,
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passageways and even half way up some

stairs, and all are so crammed with amazing
miniature items it was impossible to know
what to look at first.
With the floorplan in the show guide as
my trusty reference, I decided to work my
way upstairs then down to the lower foyer.
The main hall has a stage at the far end
from the entrance so it was with Mulvany
& Rogers extraordinary scale model of
Ham House overlooking the scene that I

began to work my way around the stands.
The first thing that struck me was how
many international miniature artists had
made their way to London. It was really
interesting to hear different languages
being spoken a lot of visitors were from
outside the UK too and even better to
realise that these people saw London as a
good place to come to promote their work.
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FEATURE
Mulvany & Rogers
Patrizia Santi
Delph
Miniatures
Gatsby-inspired
apper gown in silk
with accessories
Georgina Ritson
Its clear too that the quality bar is
set high for the exhibition, making it an
occasion where superlatives soon become
worn out as the visitor comes upon ever
more incredible work. For me highlights
ranged from the exquisite needlework of
Nicola Maskell, the incredible hats at Les
Petits Chapeaux de Coralie, and the perfect
tiny shoes of Minis2You, to extraordinary
inlaid marquetry by David Iriate and
exquisite bedlinen and furniture from
Montheron. I gasped too at the Vitreus
Ignis stand of tiny glass figurines and
animals, and fell in love with the almost
austere beauty of Elisabeth Causerets hand
thrown ceramics.
How anyone can judge any of the work
at the show to be more perfect than the
rest seems like an impossible task to me.
Mulvany & Rogers

For the second year, however, miniatures
makers pitted their best work against that
of others in the Perfection In Miniature
Awards, entries to which were on display in
the entrance hall. I loved Delph Miniatures
working overhead projector, Conchi
Pacheros little embroidered coif and Penny
Thomsons egg-shaped tree house but I
can see why Natalia Franks extraordinary
needlepoint Tree of Life carpet won first
prize. Its absurdly tiny stitches, in the
words of one judge, made painstakingly
one by one to create an exquisite whole,
stand for the amazing patience and skill
thats demonstrated everywhere you look
at the Kensington Dollshouse Festival. If
you missed this one I recommend marking
December 3 in your diary for the next one.
dollshousefestival.com
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INSPIRATION
Mid-century modern style is the epitome of elegance,

with long, lean shapes and understated colour.
The quality of the materials is allowed to shine, with
highly-polished wood being an important feature.
RESOURCES
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You can see more of his work at roomboxes.com
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PROJECT
New York
diner specials
BY LYNN ALLINGHAM
Create enormous stuffed bagels with a side

of buttery sweetcorn, New York style!
M
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ake a 1:12 scale scene based

around the classic American diner.
Follow these instructions to create
all the ingredients needed to produce

stuffed New York bagels, complete with
corn on the cob on the side.
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PROJECT
MATERIALS
Polymer clay (Fimo) in: sahara, yellow,
pink, flesh, white, translucent white
and light green
Soft pastels in: dark brown, light brown,
light orange, burnt orange, dark green,
black and light green
Orange deco gloss
2 x 1:12 white plastic trays
1:12 white ceramic plate
1:12 knife and fork cutlery set
Small piece of red gingham material
Bare craft blade
Pokey tool
Small soft paintbrush
Cotton buds
Glue
Scissors
1. Bagel buns: Mix together the sahara and
a little yellow clay to create a beige dough
colour. Roll out into two cylinders 6mm x
6cm in size. Use a sharp blade to cut
lengthways down both the cylinders. Bend
each half into a circle and gently shape
them. Each of the four bagel halves should
be domed on top and flat on the underside.
2. Take a pokey tool and texture the rim and
underside of each bagel half to resemble
cut baked bread. Take two of the bagel
halves and colour them on top (the domed
surface) with soft pastels in browns and
oranges to create a toasted look. Take the
two remaining halves and lightly colour the
outer rim of the flat surface. These will be
the bases of the bagels. Place to one side.
3. Honey-roasted ham: Take the pink and

flesh coloured clays and mix together to
create a soft pink. Take a little white clay and
marble it into the pink clay to resemble
ribbons of fat running through the ham.
Shape into a pebble 2cm x 3cm. Apply
brown and orange pastels to the surface to
resemble a honey-roasted coating. Use a
bare blade to cut 0.5mm slices. Make eight
slices and ruffle each slice. Place to one side.
4. Pickles: Take translucent white clay and
roll and shape to resemble two separate
pickles, measuring roughly 1.5cm x 0.5cm.
5. Take the two pickles made in the previous
step and using a cotton bud, colour them
entirely with dark green pastel. Take a sharp
blade and cut each pickle lengthways into

0.5mm slices. Lightly colour the surface of
each slice with light green pastel. Take a
pokey tool and make small indentations
down the centre of each slice to resemble
seeds. Place to one side.
6. Lettuce: Take light green clay and sahara
clay and mix to make a soft green clay.
Flatten out the clay using your fingers to get
it as thin as possible. Cut the clay into
ribbons and ruffle them. Make 68 pieces
of lettuce. Place to one side.
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8. Take all the pieces you have made and

assemble the bagels. Start with the two
bagel halves that are flat-side up. Layer in
cheese, lettuce, cheese, ham and pickles,
then place the remaining bagel half on top.
Take your time layering to ensure you
achieve the finished look you desire.
PROJECT
amount of light green pastel to the flat

ends of the cobs for a realistic effect.
Bake all the pieces assembled according
to the manufacturers instructions.
12. Take two 1:12 scale trays and line with a
little square of gingham fabric. Glue a bagel
and corn onto each tray. Glue one piece of
corn onto a 1:12 scale ceramic plate and
add cutlery as desired. Use a soft brush to
apply orange deco gloss to the corn to
resemble melted butter and to the bagel
to resemble mustard.
TIPS
9. Corn on the cob: Take yellow clay and

mix with a little sahara clay to create a
softened yellow clay. Shape the clay into two
cobs roughly 2.5cm x 1cm. Shape one end
of the cob to be slightly pointed then cut the
two cobs in half. Take all four cobs of corn
and gently soften the edges on each.
When creating the grid-like indentations

in the clay for the corn rows, take your
time; the shape and pattern will easily
become distorted if rushed.
When using soft pastels to make a piece
resemble a roasted or grilled surface, it is
useful to refer to photographs to obtain
good results.
10. Use a pokey tool to create grid-like

indentations over the surface of the cobs to
resemble rows of corn. Lightly texture the
ends of each cob by scratching the clay
using a pokey tool; this will give the finished
piece a more realistic appearance.
RESOURCES
Polymer clay (Fimo), materials and tools
are all available from any good arts and
craft shops or online: fredaldous.co.uk
11. To create a chargrilled look on the corn,

use a small soft brush to apply pastel
colour. Use browns and oranges and a
little black for char lines. Apply a small
Orange deco gloss:

atinyobsession.etsy.com
1:12 scale white

plastic trays, white
ceramic plate and
knife and fork cutlery set:
dollshouse.com
EXTRA PROJECTS
This project is designed to reflect a scene
set anytime from the middle of the last
century to the modern day. Why not try
making a couple of chocolate milkshakes
to go with the meal to really set the scene?
The layering technique used in this project
could be used to create large sandwiches
for an older historical period, such as a
Victorian era picnic or outdoor party.
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PHOTOGRAPHS: LOUISE CLARKSON, LYNN ALLINGHAM
7. Cheese slices: Take the yellow clay and

roll out to 0.5mm thick. Take a sharp blade
and cut it into squares roughly 1.5cm x
1.5cm; make four in total. Use your fingers to
lightly soften and pull the corners of each
square; this will get rid of the sharp edges so
that the cheese looks melted.
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INSPIRATION
Its fascinating to watch the development of furniture
shapes through the ages it seems the 19th-century love of
buttoned upholstery was a longstanding affair
RESOURCES
This page is part of an illustrated history of furniture in Upholstery, A Complete Course by David James.
Read our review on page 26 and turn to page 45 for your chance to win one of ve copies.
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TECHNIQUE
Kit review
1:12 scale drop leaf table

For this months issue, a simple yet effective table kit has been
provided by the very talented Jane Harrop. By Clair Wolf
THE PRODUCT
This 1:12 scale utility-style drop leaf table kit is
a well thought out wooden kit. It has been
beautifully designed, comprises well-made
components and includes comprehensive
instructions.
WHAT DOES IT DO?

The kit allows the user to create a fabulous
1:12 scale drop leaf table, which when
complete actually has fully functioning
moving parts, allowing the table to be used
within the dolls house.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
The kit arrived neatly packed and includes
all of the pre-cut wooden parts to complete
the project, plus a piece of sandpaper,
full instructions, a parts identication sheet,
pin nails and masking tape.
WHAT ELSE WILL YOU NEED?

You will need suitable glue, snips and shoe
polish. I did not have any shoe polish, so
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made a substitute from coconut oil and acrylic

paint, which worked perfectly. A drying jig
would be handy, but I used coasters to create
a right angle, and this worked perfectly.
HOW GOOD ARE THE

INSTRUCTIONS?
The instructions are both written and pictorial,
and are easy to follow and understand. They
have to be among the best instructions I have
used in a kit.
HOW EASY IS IT TO USE?

The kit was easy to put together as well as
being very enjoyable. The step-by-step
instructions made complete sense and did
not leave me questioning the order, as I have
with some kits in the past.
OVERALL SCORE
perfectly designed, and once assembled,

works as the table of my childhood did. Its a
wonderful trip down memory lane.
If I had to really nit-pick and nd a fault,
I would have liked a slightly larger piece of
sandpaper, as you do need to use it quite a
bit. Normally I would have access to my stash
of sandpaper, but due to a house move
I could not lay my hand on any.
SCORE

COST
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RESOURCES
E: janeharrop@tesco.net
W: janeharrop.co.uk
T: 01625 873117
I loved making this kit and I am incredibly

pleased with the end results. It brought back
memories of a table at my grandparents
house when I was a child. It has been
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5. Sanding
6. Gluing
7. Adding the veneer
8. Weighing down
9. Applying colour
10. In the drying jig
11. Constructing the frame
12. Cutting the pins
13. Gluing the hinges
14. Trimming the sides
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Paint expert Emma Burt

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