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A complete book on miniatures - quality product
The book is full of all sorts of ideas, though it was small on "found" objects for furniture making.As I am new to miniatures, this book had all sorts of ideas for the novice to the master craftsman.Of course the book hawks back to the 70's and the color of pictures reflect this...the ideas were still innovative and creative.Great detail to every aspect of the dollhouse, including lighting, room arrangements and period pieces.I look forward to making the beautiful furniture featured in this "old school" book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Crafts / Hobbies    2. Dollhouses    3. House Plants & Indoor    4. Miniature rooms    5. Miniatures    6. Models and model making    7. Handicrafts    8. Non-Classifiable   

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Subjects:  1. Antiques / Collectibles    2. Applique    3. Appliquâe    4. Crafts & Hobbies    5. Hobbies/Crafts    6. Miniature quilts    7. Miniatures    8. Patchwork    9. Patterns    10. Quilts & Quilting    11. Quiltmaking   

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Every You Need to Know About Dressing Dollhouse Dolls is in This Book
This is a great book with tips, hints, patterns, easy-to-follow instructions, and lots of great photographs.Anyone from beginner to advanced can learn from and use this book.

A beautiful book!
Making and Dressing Dolls' House Dolls in 1/12 Scale by Sue Atkinson is an absolute beauty of a book! I truly go with the advice of another reviewer, the book is marvelous just for the photos alone! The dolls and dresses are a feast for the eyes. I have never had the honor of viewing such a pleasurable book.

Beautiful!!
I love this book! The patterns and instructions are detailed and clear. Beautiful photographs. ... Read more

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Excellent resource
I highly recommend "Dollhouse Decor: Creating Soft Furnishings in 1/12 Scale" to anyone interested in furnishing dollhouses or just at looking at pictures of how others have furnished theirs. The Forder's book is arranged by periods of style, and goes into a bit of detail about what makes each period's style unique. The projects are designed for all skill levels, from those who work best with a bit of glue and a pair of scissors, to those who enjoy doing their own weaving.Each project is preceded by a symbol to let the reader know the level of skill required.Yet regardless of the level, all the projects are well explained. Read more

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Another Addition to Your Miniature Library
Yet another excellent volume to add to your Miniature Library. This book also by Kath Dalmeny, is perfect for those wanting to make their own accessories instead of the commercial items available. Lots of very useful templates to take the guesswork out of those boxes, crates, labels etc. Ideal for those who like constructing things!

Amazing Projects
This book is packed with the most amazing craft projects, Kath Dalmeny's attention to detail simply breathtaking. I have her next book and if you want to make your own dolls house furniture, rather than buy it in a store these are the books for you. Leave it in the store.
This book has nice pages for starting fires with.Read more

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Lionel Train Operating Accessories
This is a great book if you are interested in Lionel train operating accessories. It describes most of the popular accessories and how to repair and service them. Great color pictures and even a price guide for each accessory. I have read this book from cover to cover and still refer to it quite often.
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Very Useful to the Bear Crafter
I gave up on the price of this book coming down and made the plunge and purchased a copy.As a bear desingner and crafter for over twenty five years I can say for sure that this book has priceless ideas and creative bear projects for anyone who would like to create with a pattern or to use a pattern as a jumping off point for your own creativity.I can recommend this book without hesitation and will use it from time to time for inspiration or for a pattern from the experts.

An excellent book
I have to disagree with the previous reviewer, and ask whether or not that reviewer actually tried making the pattern.I have made three of these splendid bears, and they came out beautifully.This is a wonderful selection of different, appealing bear styles, you are sure to find many that you love and wish to make.The instructions are easy to follow.The ideas you get from this book will serve as a springboard to designing your own if you wish.An excellent book for anyone interested in making miniature bears!!

Don't bother
The patterns included with this book are completely useless. They look as though they were drawn by hand with no regard as to whether the pieces would actually fit together. Making a bear with these pattern pieces would be impossible. ... Read more

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Great Book!
This book is wonderful to look at and very helpful.Especially if you want a period look or a very english look to your dollhouse, which is just what I was looking for.Great value for the money.I find myself lookingthrough it all the time.

Great starter guide to the world of dollhouses!
I am building a dollhouse for my daughter and this book was invaluable.I wasn't sure abouta few things, like painting the house.She told the reader what is best to do at what time.She also gave some great ideasto make cheap furniture, etc.It is definitely worth it to buy this bookbecause it gives you a good overview of this fascinating hobby! ... Read more

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LONG OVERDUE!
This book caters for those mini-fans who enjoy authentic finishes and offers many easy to cut plans for counters, sneeze-tops, display units etc. It is categorised into many inspiring sections such as the basics to start with (tools, materials, techniques, lighting and resources) and then proceeds to 5 superb projects - An Edwardian toy shop, Victorian Ironmongers, Art Deco tea room, Victorian bookseller and 1930 Grocer. Do not think that this is only for this time period - there is so much inspiration! Many woodwork items can be used in a modern bookshop/grocer for example. Plans are included for each "shop" with background info to ensure authenticity. How to cut the pieces, assemble them and finish the shop are all included. Load. Its one of my favourite books & well worth the cost.

LONG OVERDUE!
This book caters for those mini-fans who enjoy authentic finishes and offers many easy to cut plans for counters, sneeze-tops, display units etc. It is categorised into many inspiring sections such as the basics to start with (tools, materials, techniques, lighting and resources) and then proceeds to 5 superb projects - An Edwardian toy shop, Victorian Ironmongers, Art Deco tea room, Victorian bookseller and 1930 Grocer. Do not think that this is only for this time period - there is so much inspiration! Many woodwork items can be used in a modern bookshop/grocer for example. Plans are included for each "shop" with background info to ensure authenticity. How to cut the pieces, assemble them and finish the shop are all included. Load. Its one of my favourite books & well worth the cost. ... Read more

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A Wee Garden for the Dollhouse
"Choose from a variety of realistic miniature plants that range from quick and simple models to meticulously detailed reproductions. Full plans and instructions are provided for eight projects: Trellis Arch, Walled Garden, Patio Garden Pond and Rockery, Cottage Garden, Greenhouse Garden, Kitchen Garden, and Window Boxes."(description from Alibris)
Making iniature Gardens
Excellent book;great pictures and diagrams. I would highly reccommend to anyone

A must have addition for any miniature lover!
A fantastic, helpful and well done book! Each item is carefully described and the directions are easy to follow. You won't believe how easy and inexpensive it is to make these gorgeous little creations.Inspiring! I have made several of the items portrayed in the book and I am amazed at how well they came out the very first time! I'm sure you will treasure this jewel as much as I do! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Crafts & Hobbies    2. Crafts / Hobbies    3. Dollhouses    4. Gardens, Miniature    5. Hobbies/Crafts    6. Miniature craft    7. Miniature plants    8. Miniatures    9. Toymaking - Dollhouses    10. BG-COOKBKS - BG - COOKBOOKS    11. Crafts & Hobbies / Miniatures    12. Gardening: plants    13. Toys, teddy bears & dolls   

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The art of making extraordinary reading material
I loved this book! This is the latest in my collection books by Timothy Alberts.From beginning to end the author captivates you with attention to detail.Although this book does not delve deeply into the more intricate aspects of how to make the designs shown, most are not for the beginner anyway.The designs featured in this book are some of the finest that I have seen.I would recommend this book to anyone interested in millinery, and eagerly await future works.

Lack of Information
I was unhappy to see that this book did not contain explicit hat making instructions.The best example was chapter 5 on straw hats.In the instructions you are told to sew the straw braid together either by hand or machine but did not tell you if you should butt the straw braid together or over lap the braid.No help was given for hand sewing the braid either... what stitch to use?Nothing was mentioned about machine settings either.For example, if you use a straight stitch how long should the stitch be?If you use a machine zigzag stitch what is the best length and width. I was also surprised at the how to pictures in the book.I expected better close-ups.This was my first book about millinery so my expectations may be too high but I still feel the book left out a lot of very important information. ... Read more

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Has some wonderful ideas
This book is chock full of great ideas and includes some more modern furniture..something that many miniature books are lacking. The directions are a bit difficult to follow and have to be read very carefully.Measurements are sometimes not correctly stated. If your unsure..make apaper pattern first. Final results will be much better.

Everything you need to know to decorate your dollhouse!
Among "How-To" books, this is a standout.Includes specifics on how to build everything from victorian parlor furniture to a palm-shaded island porch.Instructions are clear, patterns are already in 12-inch scale.Beautifully illustrated.A must for any miniaturist! ... Read more

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Food Displays
My son requested tis book as he worked with miniatures before and wanted more.It looks wonderful and I'm glad I found it for him.It is to be a Christmas present and I'm sure he will love it.

An Addition to Your Miniature Library
This is an excellent resource book for miniaturists. Contains some different and fresh ideas other books of a similar nature do not have. My only criticism is that the step-by-step photos could be larger. Otherwise, a very good, thought-provoking publication.

Food Displays: Step-by-Step Instructions for over 40 Projects
I found this book very informitive and well laid out. ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Arts And Crafts    2. Christmas decorations    3. Crafts & Hobbies    4. Crafts / Hobbies    5. Handicraft    6. Hobbies/Crafts    7. Miniature craft    8. Miniatures    9. Seasonal    10. COMPUTERS - HOLIDAY CRAFTS TRDHC    11. Crafts & Hobbies / Miniatures   

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Deceptive Title
The book has some very good advice and tips regarding dollhouses.However, contrary to its title, this advice pertains almost exclusively to building a new dollhouse, not with remodeling or expanding an existing one.If it had been called "Choosing and Building a Dollhouse," I would have given it a higher rating, but I was extremely disappointed to find that it could shed no light on my own issues of remodeling an existing dollhouse. ... Read more

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