The Authentic Tudor And Stuart Dolls House

A reference guide for any miniaturist wanting to create a truly authentic Tudor or Stuart house, this book looks at many regional variations in timber-framed houses, discussing aspects such as decorating and furnishing of the house interior, as well as providing information on food, furniture and sanitation.

As in all scale modelling, authenticity is all-important when constructing a doll's house. Here, the author shares his passion for the Tudor period, showing how to build the house and also construct all the interior fittings.

A presentation of the stages of planning and constructing a Tudor-style dolls' house, bridging the gap between the concept and a professionally constructed model. It covers the architectural background of the period, how to create detailed plans, and the tools, materials and craft techniques required, and describes all practical aspects of making Tudor dolls' houses. It culminates in a detailed, step-by-step project, illustrating techniques applicable to a variety of houses, and is illustrated with colour pictures and line drawings.

Now withe large images for tablets. Generously illustrated explanations and step-by-step demonstrations enable budding oil painters to improve and develop their skills and unique style. The many facets of the landscape, including water, skies, shadows, trees, and buildings are covered, with discussions on capturing even the most subtle variations in light and weather. Work with versatile techniques such as impasto, glazing, loose brushwork, wet-into-wet, and more to achieve stunning effects and different moods. Make the most of photographs and enjoy painting in the open air. An overview of materials and their basic usage will be especially helpful to the true novice.

Illustrates the one-quarter-human-scale dollhouse version of Corgi Cottage, the early-nineteenth-century style home of children's author Tasha Tudor

Brian Long is well known to miniaturists as one of the proprictors of Past and Presents. Book jacket.

The popularity of making and furnishing dolls' houses has never been greater, and the elegant and romantic Georgian and Regency architecture is a favourite among enthusiasts. The author of Making Tudor Dolls' Houses now turns his attention to this period and shows how to make a dolls' house using lightweight materials, with no special skills or tools required.