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Before we start building, and don't we all want to run before we can walk, it is probably best to scroll through the menu to get a brief description of what is on each page. Then go to each page and read through the directions in order to get an understanding of the steps one has to take to build a dollhouse.

You really only need a few tools and a lot of enthusiasm. It's not rocket science.

Page 1 Cutting out the Dollhouse This part is pretty easy. On page page 1 you will find a printable cutting plan. Just save it to your computer and then print it.You can take this plan to Home Depot and have them cut out the main parts of the dollhouse for a small fee.	I sold this dollhouse, but before it went, I just had to play with it for a while. I put some furniture in it and took some photographs. living room and stairs third floor girl's bedroom bathroom master bedroom I almost forgot to make the chimney for this house. In the photo at the top of the page it is still missing, I had that nagging feeling that I had forgotten something.
Home Depot doesn't do any angle cuts. We have to cut that triangular bit for the peak on the gable end walls. On this page I show you how to cut out peak, and an easy way to cut a straight line with a jigsaw.
Page 3 The Floors On this page the floors are given an inexpensive finish. Also the measurements for cutting out where the stairs will have to go.
Page 4 Cutting out the Windows Here you will find diagrams and measurements for where the windows are placed. Also photos and hints on how to cut out the windows and door with a jigsaw
Page 5 Making the Window Panes and Window Frames Whether you are using clear plastic or real glass for the windows, you will find the printable template for adding mullions handy. There are hints here for making the window frames
Page 6 Assembling the Dollhouse This is where it starts to be more fun. On this page you will find out about assembling the dollhouse and putting on the roof beam
Page 7 Finishing the Exterior of the Dollhouse Applying the stucco to the exterior walls and adding the oak trim and the exterior window trim.
Page 8 Finishing the Interior of the Dollhouse Back to Home Depot to get the interior wall cut. You can find the printable plan to take with you on this page. After this we make some ''doors'', and wallpaper. Next, add the window panes and frame the window.
Page 9 Building a Staircase It is up to you whether you build your own staircase or purchase it pre-built. There are links on the left to dollhouse building suppliers. Building a staircase is not as diffucult as it might appear to be. Going this page will show you how it is done
Page 10 The Roof How to finish the roof and attach it to the roof beam. A chimney is added too
Page 11 The Final Assembly The dollhouse is almost finished now. On this page you will find instructions for how to hang the front doors
Page 12 American Style Dollhouse On this page you will find a printable cutting plan for an American style dollhouse. You can take this plan to Home Depot and have them cut out the main parts of the dollhouse for a small fee. There are photos of the American style dollhouse and some directions on this page.
Here is a photo of the English house with the roof held up, exposing 2 large rooms on the third floor.

I make the kitchen cupboards and appliances out of wooden tea boxes that can be found at dollar stores. They come full of various flavours of tea bags.

These little boxes are a good size for kitchen cupboards, and they are very easy to make.
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Let's Build a Kitchen

When I was starting out with my dollhouse, it was pretty empty. I didn't really have any spare money to spend on something as whimsical as a dollhouse, so I had to make a lot of furniture. I thought I would just 'make do' with my home made pieces until that time came that I could afford to get something better. It has been many, many years now, I am still not well off :-), and I am still
'making do' with my home made dollhouse furniture.
I have built quite a few dollhouses for other people, and usually make a lot of the furniture for them too. It's fun and very rewarding.

I have posted a tutorial here on how to make a sofa. Once you have made a simple sofa, you will have learned the way to make any upholstered furniture.The only materials you need are cardboard, glue and fabric.
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Let's Build a Sofa

Build a Dollhouse Home	Build a Dollhouse Menu	Page 1 Cutting out the Dollhouse	Page 2 Cutting the gable end walls	Page 3 The Floors
Page 4 Cutting out the Windows	Page 5 Making the Windows	Page 6 Assembling	Page 7 Finishing the Exterior	Page 8 Finishing the Interior
Page 9 Building a Staircase	Page 10 The Roof	Page 11 The Final Assembly	Page 12 American Style Dollhouse	Page 13 Photos of the Interior

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