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If you’re a dollhouse miniature enthusiast, you will appreciate knowing there are many more out there just like you! Clubs and organizations around the country attract individuals who enjoy the hobby of dollhouse miniatures.

Some unfamiliar with this hobby would believe that building and decorating a dollhouse is a one-time project, but those involved in miniatures know this is not true. It’s an addiction!

The motives behind miniaturists often vary. For some, it really is a one-time project, for others, it is the challenge of constructing a dream house on a miniature scale. I have even seen miniaturists build dollhouses to reconstruct a miniature version of a childhood home or grandmother’s house.

If you are new to this hobby, consider joining a dollhouse miniature club. There are many local dollhouse clubs around the United States (and even around the world).

In addition to dollhouse clubs, there are many other great resources out there. The internet hosts many on-line groups where you can chat with other miniaturists about your dollhouse project. It’s a great way to bounce ideas of others from the comfort of your own home. Both Google and Yahoo host some great groups you can join. Some groups are private, which means you have to request an invite to join, while other groups are public and you can join without request.

Dollhouse miniature shows are another great venue to see the vast array of collectibles available. There are several held around the country. This is a great place to see hand-crafted miniatures from local and national miniature artisans.

Finding others who share the same passion for the miniature dollhouse hobby makes the addiction to dollhouse miniature collecting….well, just that much more addicting.

About us:

Zoolabees Dollhouse Miniatures is a premier on-line retailer of 1:12 scale dollhouse miniatures. We specialize in miniature dollhouse furniture, miniature dollhouse accessories, lamps and lighting, building components, dollhouses and dolls. Zoolabees is also an authorized dealer of Hansson Miniatures.

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You’ve assembled your dollhouse kit or you’ve finished building your custom-built dream dollhouse. You’ve painted, wallpapered, installed your flooring and now you’re ready for the joy of furnishing and decorating your miniature dollhouse kitchen.

Prior to purchasing any dollhouse miniature furniture or dollhouse miniature accessories, plan in your mind (and on paper) exactly what you want to have in your dollhouse kitchen. Begin by measuring your room and noting where any windows or door entrances are located, so that you can configure your pieces around these obstacles.

Your first decision will be cabinetry and major kitchen appliances. What color of appliance do you want in your miniature kitchen? Many miniaturists opt for traditional a white dollhouse kitchen set. It’s clean, bright and white. Many miniature kitchen sets are also available in oak. White and oak are the most popular woods for miniature kitchen cabinet and appliance configurations, but you can find other colors if you really look. If you are a carpenter-at-heart, consider also making your own cabinetry and appliances. Dollhouse kitchen sets typically include cupboards and cabinetry, a sink, an oven/stovetop combination and sometimes a coordinating table and chairs. Each piece is separate and you can configure your kitchen design any way you prefer.

If you opt to build your own cabinetry, you can purchase miniature building components such as cabinet knobs and sink faucet hardware to complete your pieces. You will also want to consider lighting accents for your dollhouse kitchen. There are many choices out there. If you decided to electrify your dollhouse when you first built it, you will want to seek out lights that are working fixtures.

If you haven’t yet selected a kitchen dining table (and you have the room), now is the time to do this. You can purchase a coordinating table to match your kitchen cabinetry or you can purchase something that will stand out in your miniature kitchen. In a traditional dollhouse, typically more traditional mahogany and walnut sets are reserved for the dining room. Usually, you will want to keep the style of your table and chairs in your kitchen more casual.

Now it’s time to think windows. What style of curtains do you want in your dollhouse? You can opt for café curtains, lace sheers or tie-backs in a variety of patterns or styles.

Lastly, now it’s time to accessorize! In my opinion, this is the most fun part of decorating your dollhouse kitchen. What do you put in your kitchen? The options are literally endless. Here is just a sampling of the miniature kitchen accessories available: kitchen utensils, flatware, knife sets, plates, teacups, toasters, pots and pans, canisters, muffins pans, juicers, microwaves, meat grinders, mixing bowls and whisks. This is just a small sample of what’s available. Also, don’t forget to stock your pantry and miniature refrigerator with miniature dollhouse food including fruits and vegetables, canned goods, cereal boxes, snack packs, bottled sodas, ice cream boxes and milk!

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Zoolabees Dollhouse Miniatures carries a variety of dollhouse miniature supplies including dollhouse furniture, miniature dollhouse accessories, dollhouse lighting, dollhouse building supplies, dollhouses and dolls. We specialize in 1:12 scale miniature products. We are also an authorized dealer of Hansson Miniatures.

The zoolabees.com website officially opened for business on September 7, 2007. We have been rapidly adding new products to the site each day since our launch. We encourage you to bookmark our site and visit often as our product selection will continue to expand rapidly throughout the next couple of months and beyond!

Our goal is to become your #1 one-stop-shop for all of your dollhouse miniature needs. If you are looking for something specific and don’t see it on our website, we encourage you to contact us at customerservice@zoolabees.com as we are able to special order many items.

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