The holiday season can be a bit of a whirlwind, but we wanted to take a moment share a sweet little festive digital download…
Read MoreThere’s just something undeniable about this season—maybe it’s the soft, warm lighting. It could be the smells of cedar and cinnamon. Or the persistent optimism of holiday music…
Read MoreGrocery shopping is both our favorite and least favorite activity. During the school year, Robb and I treat it as a date. I mean, it’s one time a week that we actually get to spend some money…
Read MorePerfectly draped curtains can do so much to finish off a miniature scene. And the right little bit of ripple can be tricky to get right in miniature.
Read MoreOnce upon a time, Robb built a cabin bed for our little one. Eventually, we modified it into a triple bunk bed for all three kiddos. It probably worked it’s way into several of their core memories.
Read MoreMail is kind of a mixed bag. On the one hand, there’s the whole mystery of what might appear in your mailbox each day. On the flip of that, bills…
Read MoreTHE FIRST dollhouse Jessica (Craik) Coffee made wasn’t exactly worthy of the pages of American Miniaturist magazine. But, then again, Jessica was 7 years old at the time, and her construction materials were limited to a large cardboard box and pages from the Sears catalog.
Read MoreI was recently pestering a very well-read friend for book recommendations and boy, did she deliver the goods.
Read MoreFabric laundry totes are kind of a big deal in our home. They are perfect for the kids to carry around and they look cute. We’ve made them in miniature as they add that perfect touch of realism to tiny scenes.
Read MoreInspired by our three kids, we made this bedroom with a cabin bed, wooden train tracks and plenty of book storage. Is there actual room anywhere this cute? Not yet. It’s currently more of a blank canvas.
Read MoreWhat is it about the holidays anyway? I guess the winter months are just darker in the northern hemisphere. Days get shorter, the fog rolls in, the end of your nose is always cold.
Read MoreWhile this 1:12 scale home has just two rooms, it still manages to ooze character from its wood beam detailing down to the sweet awning above the double door.
Read MoreInterior design, obscure history and everything home decor meet up in The Elements of a Home. Confession time—I love some good obscure facts.
Read MoreIs anything more classic than a marbled cover composition notebook? We were giddy to see them on our 5th grader’s school supply list and couldn’t resist making some in 1:12. 📓📓
Read MoreWe’re so excited to show off this little cutie that we designed and are producing in our home. More than a room box, yet small enough to find a place in any room, the Mini Modern Farmhouse is available in three options.
Read MoreThey highs, the lows, the epic journey—fasten your seatbelts—it’s Mod Podge time! If you’ve never used Mod Podge before, it’s a bit of a revelation.
Read MoreIf you’ve been looking for an alternative to basic mini wood siding, there is good news. And yes, we’re talking about board and batten. Historically, board and batten exterior siding goes way back—think right after log cabins.
Read MoreA miniature scene as editorial illustration.
If we had to imagine our ideal project, it would likely go exactly like this one. The key ingredient is partnering with great people, and we got to work with the pros over at The Washington Post.
Read MoreI judged a book by its cover. I was not disappointed. I’ve read it twice now, so it was time to share—The Miniaturist. Don’t get me wrong, this is not a book about miniatures.
Read MoreSo, you’ve got your miniature house built, the walls are painted and the flooring is down. What’s next? Well, probably furniture. But after that, it’s time to decorate the walls! Nothing adds realism quite like tiny little framed artwork.
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