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Butler's Tray and Luggage Rack in Two Scales
Jane Harrop
Wooden luggage racks are used to raise suitcases off the floor to ease the chore of bending up and down when packing and unpacking. They were designed to collapse flat for easy storage and although they are generally only found in guest rooms, they are also used as a stand for a butler's tray . . . continue reading
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CARDIGAN FOR A BABY
Roz Walters
This month I have designed a very easy to knit little cardigan for a baby using one strand of embroidery thread. The same cardigan can be knitted for an older child by using Venne Colcoton 34/2 and larger knitting needles - normally size 20 . . . continue reading
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Food Safe in Two Scales
Jane Harrop
Before the invention of domestic artificial refrigeration, day-to-day perishables would have been stored in a food safe. Ventilation grilles allowed the air to circulate around the food, as well as protecting it from insects and rodents . . . continue reading
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Canadian Snow Scene
Jane Steward Adams
You will need a rectangular dollshouse frame for this project which is approximately 3 x 2 inches, with a rebate, which would look lovely over a more modern fireplace. You could always use a more ornate frame if your house will take it . . . continue reading
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Cookies and Cream Pie
Mandy Wright
A very tempting dessert -- American style chocolate cream filled cookies form the base and sides, with a delicious chocolate mousse filling and whipped cream decoration . . . continue reading
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October Prize Draw
This month we have on offer a chance to win a beautiful hand painted still life "Angelique Tulips" in 1/12th scale, signed and dated by the artist, Linda McBreen . . . continue reading
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Kit Review - Craft Pack Company
Mandy Wright
Once again I have been given the opportunity to review three new kits from The Craft Pack Company - "Bath Time Bliss", "Arabian Nights" and "Arabian Nights Nightdress Kit" . . . continue reading
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Shopping Bag and Hat
Roz Walters
By special request I have designed a shopping bag this month using 20's crochet cotton or linen. I used the latter. I've also included a matching hat . . . continue reading
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Chequerboard Lace Afghan
Roz Walters
With winter on the horizon I have designed something to keep your little people warm. The size can be adjusted by working more of fewer pattern repeats . . . continue reading
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TJ Miniatures
Mandy Wright
I recently spoke to Tracey of TJ Miniatures about her wonderful miniature needle felted anilmals. This is what she told me: I have always enjoyed making things, have tried many crafts . . . continue reading
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Gelatine Desserts
Mandy Wright
Moulded gelatine desserts have been very popular since Georgian times, and were adored by the Victorians. This easy tutorial will have you creating miniature jellies and blancmanges in no time at all . . . continue reading
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Rainbow Table Cloth
Roz Walters
Something a little different this month, a cloth worked in a variety of rainbow colours. Handy for using up all those bits and bobs as each row takes up very little thread. I have used one strand of six strand embroidery thread . . . continue reading
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September Prize Draw - CLOSED
We have a fantastic opportunity this month to win a high quality, artisan crafted, wooden Tudor style bed in 1/24th scale. This beautifully detailed wooden bed has been hand crafted in true 1/24th scale by Leslie Silversmith, and is dressed in green bedding with gold trim . . . continue reading
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CHILD'S LACE DRESS - 4 inch doll
Roz Walters
This month I have designed a dress for a little girl in a very easy lace pattern using Venne Colcoton 34/2. With Christmas not too far away it would make an ideal party dress. 80's crochet cotton would be a suitable alternative . . . continue reading
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Shabby Chic Bathroom Crate
Mandy Wright
This pretty little crate looks adorable in any bathroom, especially if decorated and filled with products in colours to compliment your bathroom colour scheme. For an alternative use, why not leave the crate undecorated, or use a wood stain, then fill with fruits or vegetables . . . continue reading
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Suitcase With Wheels
Kathy Brindle
Cut 3 pieces of card board 6cmx 4 cm put aside the 3rd piece of card. Cut two lengths of cardboard 0.5cm x30cmCut these strips in to 4 to fit round the sides of 2 of the cardboard pieces. These will be the sides of your case . . . continue reading
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Tuscan Villa
Jane Stewart Adams
You will need a larger dollshouse frame for this project which is approximately 3 x 2 1/2 inches, with a rebate, which is suitable for a grander 1:12 Dollshouse, and would look wonderful at the top of a grand staircase or over a fireplace . . . continue reading
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