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Miniature Musical Instruments: I have 2 addresses for miniature musical instruments. One is for patterns and the other one is the actual hand-crafted instruments. The Ken Manning Collection SUDLERS Even if these are not what you want, they may be able to put you on the right track to find it. Dianne, Tasmania Australia |
Parrot project: When reading your question I remembered a project by Sue Heaser I once stumbled upon at Polymer Clay Central. It's a Victorian birdcage with a parrot, and has some good explanations on how to sculpt the bird from - guess what? - polymer clay :) It doesn't use real feathers, but maybe you could make the body out of an air-drying clay and stick the feathers into it before it dries? Or glue the feathers onto the polymer clay body. Åsa in Fairfax VA |
Easy tool for Klay Guns: You can modify a caulking gun (found in any hardware store) so that the Kemper Klay Gun fits inside. Then, you can use the caulking gun's pressure (many, many times stronger than just using your fingers) to push the polymer clay through. I've done this for several years and it works great. Nan Roche wrote an article in the December 1999 issue of Bead & Button that explains how to modify the caulking gun. (Her version is slightly different from mine, and I think hers is probably better.) The article is clearly written and has pictures, so it would be a lot easier to refer to Nan's article than to decipher anything that I'd try to explain in an email. If you can't find Bead & Button magazine in your local library, you might go to their website and inquire about getting back issues. It's at http://www.beadandbutton.com/ Leina Johansson |
Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls: Carol Spence Sellner makes these and they're good sellers. You can see a picture of them on my web site at http://www.spminiatures.com/sellner.htm Carol |
Bunny Morris Molds: There is a doll supply shop here in the UK who sell Bunny Morris molds: Claire in Morecambe. England |
Baby dolls: Read your question about anatomically correct babies. I just bought one from Darlene's Dolls. The one I bought was a boy but she also has little baby girls. These dolls are porcelain and she will give them any color hair you want. You can see them on her web site at: http://Darlenesdolls.com/ Katy in Concord |
Dolls from Fimo: There are a lot of sources to get information on making miniature dolls from Fimo, here are some online: http://www.englandthings.com/carrington/ James Carrington wrote a very nice book on this subject. http://www.heaser.demon.co.uk/sue/suetemp.htmAnd so did Sue Heaser. http://home.ici.net/~sams/happiness/howtos.htmHere you can learn a lot about size and proportion. http://members.tripod.com/~Astralos/clay-intro.htm Marjon de Haas |
Mohair Wigs: Global Dolls Corporation www.globaldolls.com has a nice range of miniature mohair wigs for mini dolls. The range has suitable styles for both modern and antique dollies. They are currently working on a miniature mohair wig for men dolls. Global Dolls |
Finer Knitting Needles: http://www.lacis.com/catalog/catalog.html has them (she seems to have everything...): From the knitting section of the online catalog, click on 'knitting' in the index and its only a few listings from the top in the catalog frame. "KNITTING NEEDLES, DOUBLE POINTED STEEL: Maura Bass |
Mini Knitting: I just started mini knitting too. I use no.20 needles . I ordered mine through the Dollshouse Draper in the UK. You will also find them at www.dollshouseworld.com it is the site of the magazine so you must go to their Craftclub for the needles. Their p and p can be high though, so watch before you order. I used DMC tatting thread no 80 so far. It comes in lovely colors and it is easy to work with. You can also use one ply wool but this often splits which makes it harder for beginners. DMC flower thread is also nice and I have even used ordinary darning wool. Marianne |
Mini Knitting: I notice a few postings about mini knitting. While my range is mainly for dolls from 5" to 20" I have recently added two patterns for minis - Diana and Joy. I have also just finished a new one for Kelly 4" - a lovely dress with pleated skirt, puffed sleeves and striped bodice. Will be posting photos to my web site www.daydreamswindow.co.nz next week. Have recently knitted my Joy pattern with no. 20 (1mm) knitting needles and DMC flower thread and it fits a 2-1/4" Hilda (or similar) beautifully. Will also be posting a photo of this one on a Janna Joseph Hilda baby. Pam Jackson |
Computer Desk: You asked about a computer desk. I make one that I also sell as a kit. Here is the link: http://www.miniature.net/sdkminiatures/compdesk.htm Susan |
Street Gas Lamps: we make a couple of street gas lamps - one that is a wall fitting, the other is the traditional standard street light - but as we make them our selves we can make them to any height required - you only have to ask - not extra charge for special heights! Check out our web site - http://www.grandadsplayroom.com David & Joyce Betts |
Source for thin leather: Here in Minnesota we have very large fabric outlet store that carries some very amazing things. Every thing is sold at half of the regular price. They do have very thin leather sold by the piece. This is the address for that store: S. R. Harris Ann Fisher in Minnesota |
Leather: Although Tandy no longer has retail stores, they do have a great web site at: Molly |
New Garden Shed Printie: Well, it is almost done. I just have to finish the instructions. I have put a picture of the Garden Shed Printie Project on my site. I also put a message to all of you and I need your help. If you could take a look and read my message and let me know. Just click on the url below. http://printies.homestead.com BarbaraD |
Quilting Book: The complete Miniature Quilt Book is available from http://www.hampsteadhousebooks.com Go to crafts and it's on page 1. Only $7.99 Cdn. Some very simple ones. Also has patterns for beds, baby cots, bedding, and mattresses. Maureen in St. Albert AB Cda |
Shops in Europe: http://www.arnhem-poppenhuisstad.com/Taal/engeland/startapi.htm#API This URL goes to International Information page in English of Arnhem Poppenhuisstad, the Arnhem fair. Click "shops" and you get a map, click on a country and you'll find shops. Have a great trip to Europe! Marcella |
1/4 inch teapots: a very talented maker of all tea pots especially 1/4 inch is Nona Mitchell, Her email is: tpot@centurytel.net http://www.mitchellminiatures.com/ Bonnie in Montana |
IBEC dollhouses: Some SS subscribers will be aware, through their web site, that IBEC is going out of their dollhouse kit production of the Four, Six and Eight Room kits. By agreement with Dave and Sharon at IBEC Wood Products, Upstairs Downstairs Dollhouses and Miniatures www.upstairs-downstairs.com, Victoria, BC will continue to provide the original design of IBEC four , six and eight room cottages formerly produced by IBEC. These dollhouse shells will be provided through Upstairs Downstairs, and eventually we expect to assume production of the shells for the Cobble Hill and James Bay models as well. The Upstairs Downstairs shells being offered will consist of the same high quality components formerly provided by IBEC but the current solid cedar floors and base will be replaced with good two side 1/2 inch cabinet grade birch plywood. The kits or finished shell will also embrace some improved design changes previously discussed with IBEC, to allow for easier assembly. IBEC Wood Products will continue to make the dollhouse components and will be offering an upgraded component finishing package to complement the shell. In the meantime, Upstairs Downstairs will have available also, all of the components previously offered in the original kits. IBEC's decision to stop producing the shells now affords the opportunity for builders to purchase their dollhouse economically over a period of time, and allow them the added flexibility of changing the exterior finish to other than clapboard siding. We hope that this arrangement will provide for a seamless transition to the continued production of the excellent line of IBEC dollhouses. Pat Scott |
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