April 2, 2012

All things miniature...

While I'm recovering from foot surgery with my foot propped up on a pillow and ice, Emma has been happily entertaining her little sister with dollhouse play.


Organized bathrooms are very important in dollhouse play.

The love of miniatures runs in my family. My mother recently completed a special mini book project that is "1/144" scale. Note the Canadian penny to help size this special creation.



My eyes hurt staring at this amazing creation.
It's really teeny tiny!!


Happy playing!
Happy soon-to-be Easter!
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19 comments:

  1. KJ@letsgoflyakiteApril 2, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    Lovely photos Kim! The dollhouses are full of such wonderful treasures and the Bunnytails minibook your mother created is absolutely incrediable - love all the details, like the silhouettes and the illustrated carrots. Your post is very timely for Canadians as well - last week the Canadian penny was a front page story - the government announced in the federal budget that the penny will no longer be produced and prices will be round up to the nearest nickel. People will be looking for uses for their pennies, your mum's use as a scale is perfect.

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  2. Thoroughly Modern MeApril 2, 2012 at 7:07 AM

    Yes, I can see you get your talent from your mother. She must have an awesome magnifying glass and tons of creativity. Glad to hear your surgery went well. The cat looks to be taking very good care of you.

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  3. LeeApril 2, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    So glad your girls are enjoying their dollhouses. You are never too old to have fun with minis!
    Your mother puts me to shame...I still need to finish the inside of my Bunny Tales Secret Book!
    Hope you are continuing to feel better! Hugs!

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  4. My Vintage MendingApril 2, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Are you going nuts yet? Pretty soon you will be churning out miniature matchbox books. I love the little towels so neatly stacked in the bathroom. You mom did a beautiful job. The carrot bed frames are stunning...smiles...Renee

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  5. ★Carol★April 2, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    The apple definitely doesn't fall far from the tree.....I see now where you get your artistic talent! Love that wee little book, and everything else. Glad to hear your surgery went well. You'll be up and about in no time!

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  6. craftylesApril 2, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    Glad your girls are keeping busy while you recoup. The miniature dollhouse your Mom made is truly amazing! I've never seen a dollhouse that small. Take care!

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  7. ~Lavender Dreamer~April 2, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    What fun. I love their bare feet while they play...I still love to go around in my 'bare feet'! The little Bunny book project is adorable and something I would love to make...one of these days. Take care of yourself this week...REST!

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  8. vivianApril 2, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    I love tiny things too.. How on earth did you mother make that teenyweeny little house??? its adorable!
    have a great day Kim... keep that foot up!
    (I forgot I had today off! lol.. I took it off to babysit a couple weeks ago.. I hope my boss remembers.. Im not calling to remind her! heehee)
    xoxo
    vivian

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  9. Michelle @ Dream Home DIYApril 2, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    Sucha sweet sister to entertain her little sis :) Dollhouses are always so much fun. And that teeny tiny little book....wow!! Hope you're receovering well :)

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  10. Cheryl G.April 2, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    LOVE the doll houses!
    Those tiny books are incredible!

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  11. DearHelenHartmanApril 2, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    So sweet! The mini within a mini makes my eyes water trying to imagine peering at every teeny detail.
    Take care of that foot (not that you weren't going to anyway, but just in case, I thought I should tell you because, well, I can't help telling people what to do)

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  12. NanaDianaApril 2, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    What fun! We have a doll house that I hope to refurbish sometime in the future. I love yours..how cute is that to entertain them while you sip wine from the director's chair?;>) xo Diana

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  13. vintage greyApril 2, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    I love the dollhouse!! I wish I would of had one growing up. I guess I might just have to invest in one now! :) xo Heather

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  14. GardenOfDaisiesApril 2, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    Kim, the miniatures that your mom made are amazing! So sweet that your two girls play with the doll houses together. :-)

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  15. Joanna BApril 2, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    Emma is such a sweet big sister...love the Bunnytails mini book, what a little treasure!

    Hope you are feeling ok!

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  16. UnknownApril 2, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    Kim, your excellent detail & creativity. Brings back many childhood memories.

    TY for your sweet visit.

    Have a beautiful & blessed Easter ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  17. HeatherApril 2, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    Wow, I can't believe how small that book is! That and the dollhouses are so very cute! I especially love that tiny clawfoot tub!

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  18. aprilmecheelesdulllifeApril 2, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    That is so small!! That is some talent there!! lol Nice of the older to keep the younger busy!!! Dollhouse play is always fun! Can't wait till my granddaughter is old enough for a dollhouse!!

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  19. Corey April 3, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    I hope that Avery likes to play dollhouses with me when she's older! And WOW, to that book your mom made! Amazing!!

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