http://www.zoolabees.com/blog Zoolabees Dollhouse Miniatures - Zoolabees Dollhouse Miniatures specializes in a broad selection of 1:12 and 1:24 scale dollhouse miniatures including dollhouse miniature furniture, dollhouse miniature accessories, dollhouse miniature lighting, dollhouse building components, dollhouses, room boxes and of course, dolls! Thu, 27 Dec 2007 05:42:12 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en When most people think of dollhouse miniatures, forensics or crime scene investigations are usually the last thing to come to mind. An interesting and fascinating use of dollhouse miniatures is the creation of dioramas or mini-vignettes representing the details found at a real scene of a crime. The crafter of these ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/history/dollhouse-miniatures-a-tool-in-crime-scene-investigations.php When deciding which dollhouse miniatures to stock our virtual shelves with at Zoolabees Dollhouse Miniatures, first and foremost is quality. Our favorite manufacturer of miniature dollhouse furniture is Hansson Miniatures located in Santa Clara, CA. Hansson manufacturers a line of exquisite, top quality 1:12 and 1:24 scale dollhouse furniture pieces for ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/dollhouse-decorating/heirloom-quality-miniature-dollhouse-furniture.php A recent article published in Dollhouse Miniatures Magazine asks its readers to provide their most indispensable tools when building dollhouses and other dollhouse miniature projects. Here's a list of the most important tools to top their list: One-Inch-Scale Ruler: A standard architect's ruler is a must-have when working with dollhouse miniatures. ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/construction/tools-for-building-a-dollhouse-your-most-indispensable-tools.php For dollhouse novices and experts alike, choosing the architectural style of your dollhouse is an important first step in planning your dollhouse miniature project. Here is an overview of some of the popular styles available on the market today as well as the history of where these popular styles originated. ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/resources/dollhouse-architectural-styles.php We are proud to announce that Zoolabees Dollhouse Miniatures is now carrying dollhouse kits manufactured by Vermont-based Real Good Toys. Just in time for the 2007 holiday season, we are offering a variety of dollhouse kits including kits from Real Good Toys’ historical collection, Batrie collection, Simplicity collection, Sophistikits, Lilliput kits ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/zoolabees/real-good-toys-dollhouse-kits-now-available-at-zoolabees.php If you’re new to collecting dollhouse miniatures, then you’ve already discovered the vast selection of miniatures available! It can be almost overwhelming the first time you visit a dollhouse miniature shop or dollhouse miniature on-line retailer. If you’ve decided to enter the wonderful world of miniature collecting, then this article will ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/planning/a-beginners-guide-to-collecting-dollhouse-miniatures.php 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, ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/resources/finding-dollhouse-miniature-clubs-and-other-miniature-resources.php 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 ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/dollhouse-decorating/designing-your-dream-dollhouse-kitchen.php As a special thank you to our loyal customers and website visitors, we are offering a special discount coupon code good for 20% OFF any of our dollhouse miniatures. The coupon code is BLG100. This coupon code is good for 20% off your next purchase through our website at www.zoolabees.com. This ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/zoolabees/discount-coupon-code-for-dollhouse-miniatures-website.php You’re building your first dollhouse – either from scratch or using a dollhouse kit. You want to be sure you have a basic understanding of the project as well as all of the right tools before your miniature dollhouse building begins. Keep in mind that building a dollhouse from a kit ... http://www.zoolabees.com/blog/construction/an-overview-of-building-a-dollhouse-kit.php