Dolls House & Miniature Scene

Throughout our Dolls House & Miniature Scene content we bring you step-by-step projects created by a team of highly talented contributors demonstrating a vast array of techniques to bring you a wide range of projects to develop your skills and make every miniature creation the best it can be. We also bring you regular interviews with key artisans, all the top news and gossip and new product launches. Not forgetting great techniques, ‘how to’s’, top trends and fantastic competitions for you to expand your miniature collection!

Welcome to the July edition!

Caught on camera • Here at DHMS, the team have been amazed and inspired by these mini makes as seen on Instagram - here is an American-themed selection of our finds this month…

More than a magazine!

American flag pie • Make sure your 4th of July celebrations are a piece of pie this year.

Making an entrance • Unlock your imagination as Amy Yates opens the doors to her stunning show home.

Instagram identities: @sue_carson_1st • Sue Carson caught the mini bug from her mother, as she explained to Moi Ali.

Kensington Dollshouse Festival • The dust has settled on another great show at Kensington Town Hall. This is the 38th year of this very special event and even train strikes could not stop dolls house enthusiasts travelling from all over the UK and the world to view the incredible miniatures on show. As event organiser and curator Charlotte Stokoe recalls…

RETRO-FIT REALISM: THE LAST PART IN THE SERIES! • Commercial premises

Natural talent • With a special delivery by first class beak, Alison Ratty introduces us to the fascinating world of‘Aunty Nature’.

Join our community • The ultimate guide to all things miniature, Dolls House & Miniature Scene offers incredible step-by-step projects, inspiring features and interviews with skilled miniaturists. Join our community to discover even more inspiration and top tips from experts in the industry. We can’t for you to join us!

The miniature chocolatier • Mark World Chocolate Day on 7th July in small scale with a selection of ultra-realistic treats.

Special staycation • In this two-parter, Moi Ali picks some of the UK’s miniature highlights to enjoy if you’re staycationing in the UK this summer, starting with Scotland and the north of England.

At Home with THE BROADWOODS London calling… • 2023 marks Petite Properties’ 20th year in the world of miniatures and reaching this nostalgic milestone has put the PP team in a very retrospective mood. So this month, they share their memories of the ever popular Kensington Dolls House Festival and celebrate their favourite smaller scale miniatures from this year’s summer show!

DISCOVER WHAT ELSE YOU CAN DO

Tropical Plants • Tropical plants are everywhere right now, a popular trend in home decor and great for having around for health and wellbeing benfits. Making these tropical plants demonstrates the beauty of nature whilst also brightening your miniature scene whether indoors or out! We're showing you no less than nine different varieties to make using simple craft materials!

Recycled rustic charm • Grab a chair as Kim Finch guides you through the steps to achieve this stone wall in a quick and easy manner. Let’s talk about egg cartons – with a few cartons and a touch of paint, you can transform this everyday item into a showstopping stone wall!

Classic pedal car • What fun on a lovely summer day to take a spin in this classic mid-century pedal car! Its over-sized wheels make it particularly stable and substantial-looking, providing a safe ride for even the smallest ones in your dolls house.

Ruth’s MINI TIPS • Ruth Flewelling Lesbirel continues her top tips and advice for what has worked (and not worked!) throughout her years of experience....