Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Shabby Streamside Studio Dollhouse 3

I have started the exterior finish of the house.
I'm using concrete on the exterior. This makes the dollhouses very strong and shipping worthy. If I weren't shipping I would skip this step.
While the concrete is still wet I apply the wainscoting. This is a cardboard box that I stripped the top layer off of to reveal the ridges. Now I have a super strong bond between the house wood, concrete and wainscoting.
I also added the porch floor and the little front door step.
I painted the roof green so that when I add the shingles no unfinished wood will show through.
Starting to look like something you've seen before? LOL!

http://wildfireapp.com/website/6/contests/142129/voteable_entries/32610654
You can still vote for my sisters' beach picture. Voting is open until the 21st. Then I'll stop pestering you I promise!  : D
http://wildfireapp.com/website/6/contests/142129/voteable_entries/32610654
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8 comments:

  1. My Shabby Streamside StudioOctober 19, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Another one?! You rock!
    I'm flattered.
    xo
    Sandy

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  2. TerriOctober 19, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    This one too is so interesting! I love how you use the cardboard! You always amaze me and inspire me!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  3. КатеринаКвашонкинаOctober 20, 2011 at 1:03 AM

    I repeat words from Terri : You always amaze me and inspire me! With the support of your perfect examples, I started a new construction project! No more ready-made boxes, collecting the wall by myself! I'm afraid, but look at your work and do it. My motto now: Remember Caroline, and just do it!

    Hugs, Katy

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  4. MarisaOctober 20, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    I love your dollhouses and I really love coming to your blog you are sooo creative.




    Love
    Marisa :)

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  5. shopsfor5October 20, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    I agree with Terri...I love how you use the cardboard. That look is amazing!

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  6. PlushpussycatOctober 20, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    I LOVE your shabbby streamside studios, Caroline! This is looking so lovely!

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  7. AscensionOctober 20, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Te esta quedando fantastica!!!
    Espero que ganen!!!
    besitos ascension

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  8. *Mieke*Petitevictorianrose*and*PastTimeChildhoodOctober 20, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    What a stunning idea Caroline, using the cardboard.
    It looks great ( like all your houses), and what a good idea to paint the roof before adding the shingles.
    And YES you ''pestering woman'' :).
    I did the voting again today, so I think your sister is going to win !!

    Hugs Mieke xxx

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