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Inspiration, tips and techniques for building, decorating, lighting and caring for your dolls house and miniatures — from beginner basics to collector know-how.
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4 Guides
History of Dolls Houses
From 16th-century cabinets of curiosity to modern miniatures — how dolls houses evolved.
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Scales & Measurement
Understanding 1:12, 1:24, 1:48 and other miniature scales so everything fits together perfectly.
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Essential Tools
A comprehensive checklist of the tools every dolls house enthusiast should keep close to hand.
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Choosing a Dolls House
A helping hand in the search for your dream dolls house — sizes, materials, styles and more.
Coming SoonLighting & Wiring
4 Guides
Wired Lights
Learn how to safely wire a dolls house, where to start, and how to plan your lighting circuit.
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Battery Lights
How to attach, remove and position these versatile lights without any wiring.
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Not sure where to start? Our recommendations on which products best suit different rooms.
Coming SoonLighting a Room
Make the most of your dolls house lighting with layered, atmospheric techniques.
Coming SoonBuilding & Decorating
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Building & Decorating
Learn the basics of decorating and assembling a dolls house from the ground up.
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Wallpapering
How to cut, stick and perfectly finish wallpaper inside a dolls house without bubbles or tears.
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Dolls House Bedding
A guide to the styles, materials and uses of miniature bedding for every period and theme.
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Mini Mundus Kits
Step-by-step assembly and decorating tips to get the best from these classic miniature kits.
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10 DIY Projects
Ten easy and inventive DIY miniature projects perfect for beginners and weekend makers.
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Displaying Dolls Houses
Five expert tips for displaying your collection and bringing out the best in every room.
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Snow & Water Effects
Create fluffy snow scenes and convincing rolling water effects for seasonal dolls house displays.
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Glues & Tools Guide
Answering the eternal questions: which glue goes where, and which tool does what.
Coming SoonCleaning & Maintenance
4 Guides
Cleaning a Dolls House
How to safely clean your dolls house and the delicate miniatures inside it.
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Clock Batteries
Step-by-step instructions for changing the battery in a miniature working clock.
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Replacing Batteries
How to safely remove and replace batteries in your miniatures without causing damage.
Coming SoonDIY Hacks & Tricks
Top tips and clever shortcuts for keeping your dolls house looking its absolute best.
Coming SoonOther Reading
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Brand Profiles
A closer look at the makers and manufacturers behind the miniatures we stock.
These guides were written by Minimum World and our dolls house experts. Information may change from time to time. Reproduction without prior consent is not authorised.