Beginners'
Guide to the Dolls' House Hobby
Revised and Expanded Edition
by
Jean Nisbett
Softcover
185 x 250mm
160pp
Published by Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd, East Sussex UK
R.R.P.$24.90
ISBN 1-86108-486-2
Extract from back cover of book:
This revised and expanded edition of Jean Nisbett's classic book is a practical and accessible introduction to the world of dolls' houses. An indispensable guide to the basics of this fascinating hobby, the easy-to-follow text and helpful hints show you how to prevent costly mistakes while the lavish illustrations are inspirational.
Includes:
- Basic tools required
- Materials and techniques
- Choosing your
dolls' house
- Planning the decoration and furnishings
- Ideas for gardens
and for miniature shops
- Dolls' houses for children
- Step-by-step guide
to decorating a house
- Making simple pieces of furniture
- Dealing with
kits
- Creating a miniature garden
Praise
for the original edition: "The perfect guide to select your first project." Dollmaking
"Discover the enchanting world of dolls' houses. Jean Nisbett guides you through
the process of creating your first home in miniature, taking all the angst out
of home-buying and decorating for the newcomer to the dolls' house hobby." Christiane
Berridge, Editor, The Dolls' House Magazine
About the Author: Jean Nisbett is the leading writer in her field, with twenty years of experience of writing for magazines, as well as eight previous books for GMC. Her articles have appeared regularly in specialist miniatures and dolls' house magazines since 1985, as well as in home decoration magazines. She has restored, decorated and furnished many dolls' houses in her time, some of which have been shown on Channel 4, BBC TV and TFI France.
Photos: Colour
Units of Measurement: Imperial & Metric
Contents
Introduction
Planning
Choosing your dolls' house
Period properties
Planning the interior
Shops
Houses
for children
Practical
Matters
Equipment and materials
Exterior finishes
Interior features
Interior
decoration
Soft furnishings
Furniture
Decorative detail
Practical
gardening
Renovation
Further
reading
Acknowledgements
Index
About the author