Quick Tip: Buttons Make Perfect Miniatures

When I spotted these scissor and wood buttons at Hancock Fabrics recently, I knew that they would be good for barbie doll scale.  The wood buttons were picked up to be used as bowls.

 

 

The fabric shops are a great place to look, since they have such a huge selection to choose from!

 

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Give those shoes a New Look?!!

How cool is this!  I just came across these photos and wanted to spread the word.  It's a quick and easy way to restyle your doll shoes using the Salon Effects nail polish strips.  The photos are from Alington on flickr.  A thank you to her for sharing this idea!

I have a few pairs of shoes that can really use some revamping.  This is something I will be trying this weekend :)

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Great For Floor Dioramas

I have made a lot of dioramas in the past using these products at one point or another :)

 

The vinyl tiles from Home Depot or Lowes.  They come 12x12 inches, different styles and they're fairly cheap.  It's my top favorite.  The carpet is another good one.  You have color variety and you can get small cuts, also from the hardware stores.

 

 

The fabric is a new technique for me.  I applied it to a diorama I'm working on and I'm really liking the outcome.  So, I thought it was worth a mention.

 

The shelf/drawer liners are a great floor option.  Love the thinness and how easy they are to apply.

 

 

Scrapbook paper is perfect because it's limitless.  There are so many options and they're great for walls too!

 

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