Monday, November 12, 2012

Marie Antoinette Cottage Dollhouse

Antonia contacted me about making her a Marie Antoinette inspired little dollhouse.
I immediately thought of le Hameau de la Reine at Versailles.  The little cottages are so cute!
 So I took a little from each lovely little house and made my own version.
 The windows are my favorite!
 I found these sheets of coconut basket liners at Lowe's. They are so big that I could make the entire roof with one piece. This is by far my best thatched roof yet.
 As always the battery and switch are in the chimney.
I tried putting in curtains. But I just love the simplicity of the interior so much.  I think I'll let Antonia decide for herself.
 This ceiling is perfect for this house. It's all Popsicle sticks.
The painted paneling is framed with Popsicle sticks. I painted roses on bookbinding and then glued that on the frames.

 This is a painting of the moulin/watermill cottage at the Hameau/Hamlet.
  I painted another rug an book binding fabric.

 I made an antique Trumeau mirror.
Thanks so much for coming over!
 

41 comments:

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    1. i love the roof I'm a roofers wife! but I really am impressed with the art work of the painting and that beautiful rug ! how clever and talented you are ! thank you for shareing your art..............Melissa

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  2. Wow Caroline, what a entchanting little house with sooo many lovely details !!
    I love the mirror and the carpet, you did a wonderful job :)
    I also used the coconut basket on my honeysuckle cottage, it is real fun and easy to use, is'n it.

    Hugs Mieke xxx

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  3. Every time I see one of your beautiful little cottages I think W0W! This one is a big big WOW!
    The thatched roof is stunning!
    Hugs, Drora

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  4. OMG WOW!!!! This is so gorgeous!!! I love the beautiful windows and the roof is wonderful!!! You're amazing Caroline and Antonia must be so happy!!
    Hugs ♥ Vicky ♥

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  5. I also say a big WOW its gorgeous. I love the roof and the rug is beautiful. The windows are wonderful and the painted panels wow :)
    Hugs Maria

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  6. Precioso.....es como de cuento de hadas. Me gusta sobre todo las plantas de la fachada. Felicidades. Besos
    Auxi

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  7. Aivan ihana!!!
    Katto on minun suosikkini :)

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  8. It's an absolute delight. And thanks for the tip off on the coconut basket lining for thatching, it looks great.

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  9. Prciosaaaa!!!!
    Me encantan esas plantas que hay en la fachada.
    Se ve todo tan real, fantastico.
    besitos ascension

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  10. I enjoy looking your pictures! So cute house again!

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  11. It's wonderful! I love the door! xo Jennifer

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  12. It's a little fairy tale house! Love the thatched roof.

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  13. Love this!! The roof is amazing and the framework you did for the pictures are awesome. I am always so inspired after seeing one of your creations.

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  14. Oh it's just breathtaking! I love everything about it - the roof, the little brick chimney, the ceiling, the paintings! Your talent and skill is inspiring!

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  15. Fantastic!

    It has been wonderful watching your work grow over time.

    You have done such an incredible job.

    I won't say that this is your best, for the best is yet to come. :)

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  16. Has realizado otra preciosa Casa!
    Adoro esa ventanas
    Un abrazo

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  17. Every time I see a house from you, I think, this is the most beautiful I have ever seen. It's so adorable nice. The roof is brilliant. It is so finely decorated outdoors. I do love your pictures and your carpets. I'm also pretty crazy about the large glazing bar window.
    Hugs
    Wyrna

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  18. Preciosa, y es que me gustan todas tus casas sin excepción. Besos.

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  19. Que maravilla, es preciosa de verdad!!!
    Besitos

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  20. I always love your houses but this one of my favourites. Everything is so gorgeous and I love your roof. The painting of the moulin cottage is fantastic.
    Geneviève

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  21. Fabulous!
    I like the carpet and the painted panel.
    Bye Faby

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  22. Je kan zien dat het met liefde gemaakt is echt snoezig dank je wel voor het delen met ons lieve groetjes Danielle

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  23. Another beauty, Caroline! Such an enchanting little home away from home! I love those big windows. They contribute an old fashioned ambiance. This is the most realistic thatched roof I have ever seen. The colour is just right and complements the exterior perfectly. The colour is also a very good backdrop to the chimney. The climbing roses add a touch of whimsy to the exterior. The rug, paintings, and mirror make it a special little abode for a special lady. I think Marie-Antoinette would have been fascinated and I'm wondering how she would have furnished it. Awww, we shall never know but we can have fun thinking about it.

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  24. Yet another house i have to add to my I Love list. The roof turned out awesome, great job.

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  25. Again, my favorite "French house"! He's so cute and cozy. The roof of one piece is very fluffy and neat. Thank you, Caroline!

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  26. Preciosa,preciosa!!!! me encantan las ventanas y ese tejado es genial,otra maravilla conseguida!!!
    Besos.

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  27. Вы делаете просто божественные работы!!!!я люблю смотреть на ваши дома))))) они выглядят как настоящие))))

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  28. Oh my Caroline, absolutely gorgeous, so many wonderful little touches. I love the roof, you did an amazing job on this wonderful cottage. Hugs ... Carole xox

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  29. I am *swooning* !!!
    Your petite house perfectly captures the feel of that little hamlet! I know, because I have been there, and oooohed and ahhhhed over it all. You little doll house is the perfect rendition of it! Gorgeous! Every single bit of it! I am sure Antonia is totally over the moon about it.
    Hugs,
    Terri
    p.s. Yes, that thatched roof looks fab, great find at Lowes!

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  30. Absolutely beautiful. One of the best I´ve seen. From Portugal.

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  31. Such a beautiful piece! Where did the windows come from or were they made by hand?

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  32. Hi Becky! The windows are made by hand. The dividers are Popsicle sticks cut in thin strips.
    hugs♥

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  33. I just wandered in from Pinterest. Lovely work. I'm looking forward to exploring your blog!

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  34. Your work is absolutely amazing! Beautiful cottage.

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  35. Absolutely gorgeous . How did you make the vines, please!

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