Dollhouse Decorating Ideas – Victorian Dollhouse Accessories and Furniture

Susan's Note:
Idy Keeler gives a good basic list of the types of accessories and pieces of furniture to use in a Victorian dollhouse. I especially like the open paragraphs where Idy describes how the Victorians got to be so … should I say eclectic with their decorating, inside their home and out. The picture used is of a dollhouse purchased by Malcolm Forbes in the late 1980's
as a Christmas present for his granddaughters.

Here is Idy's article:


VICTORIAN DOLLHOUSE ACCESSORIES AND FURNITURE
By Idy Keeler

The Victorian Era (1837 to 1901) was known for its flamboyant, romantic, and excessive decorating style.  It represented the wealth and opulence during the reign of Queen Victoria.  A Victorian Home was meant to showcase the social standing of the owner . Ornate and excessive touches on everything from furniture to greeting cards marked this period.

Dollhouse Decorating Ideas – Rocking Chair Tutorial

A SugarCharmShop tutorial makes it look easy … if you have the right tools. But buying them could lead to being a victim of the phrase “cheap is dear.”

 Click on the Greenleaf logo for a forum string that warns against underpowered lathes. Also, using a dremel is brought up. To give you an idea of cost, Amazon lists a Proxxon lathe for a high cost of #228.00. A chisel set goes for $75.00. So, do your research.

About the terrific video: Maybe it's a generational thing, but “power tools” and “woodworking” evoke a manly image to me. Not so! While you're watching the chips fly, check out the young lady's gorgeous nails!

Enjoy.