QPdoll Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 I got the Orchid kit today on a whim. I've read the instructions. I've looked at many of the Orchid photos in the Community Gallery here. I'm a bit nervous about starting my Orchid project because I really had no idea how complicated building a dollhouse could be! Oh, well, I'll do my best and try to make it be fun! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Welcome to the Neighborhood!! If you follow the instructions, step by step, you'll end up with a dream house just like it is on the box. I personally always add my windows and doors last but do what you feel is best. Do a little bit at a time. It really is not as bad as it looks. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Here is my Orchid Blog. Maybe this can help. http://www.greenleafdollhouses.com/forum/b...at=71&st=10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Hello, welcome and congratulations on your choice of a first dollhouse kit! Come in, sit down and make yourself at home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Hi Suzanne, and welcome! The Orchid is a very pretty dollhouse - good choice! I'm sure you will have fun with it. This forum is a great place to learn all about dollhouses - I guarantee you will have lots of fun here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovecats Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Hello and welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Day Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Welcome Suzanne! The Orchid is a great house! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gayle Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Hello and welcome to the forum. Don't be nervous, just relax and have fun with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TinyJudi Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Welcome to the neighborhood. The Orchid was my first build and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Just remember, it is a hobby and should be relaxing and fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica_the_haunted Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Hi and to the group! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakyshaky Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Congratulations! Just take it one step at a time and remember we are here to help if you need us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 Welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuttiwebgal Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 !!!Welcome to the forum!!! now dont let all those sheets of parts scare you! the Orchid is a great house to start with! read the directions a few times and take the time to make sure you have a place to work(that does not have to cleared away each day) make sure you have the tools needed for a build masking tape (easy peasy clamp system) xacto knife with extra blades sandpaper or sponge glue 2 tips for you NO HOT GLUE DO WINDOWS LAST I dont care what the directions tell you it is a WHOLE lot easier to decorate inside and out without the "glass" I usually put my windows and inside trim on last....window glass on the inside allowing me to decorate the outside first. there are alot more tools and tips out there...just go looking through the site. the Orchid Blog would be a most excellent place to start there are 2 of them with lots of examples for you to take inspiration! I do hope you will come share with us your fun! Happy Building! nutti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricket Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hello Suzanne and Nice to have you with us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJEP Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hi and !! The Orchid is a great first house. Just relax and enjoy it!! There is great advice throughout this forum and people are always willing to answer questions. :worthy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickeyMiniFan Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Welcome to the group! I'm still new & learning a lot myself - working on the Orchid with my DD. (and now I find out about the windows... hmmm) I was a little overwhelmed by the directions but if you follow them slowly, it comes together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bea Killion Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hi Suzanne. Welcome . You will learn something new every day here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hi there Suzanne,have fun with your kit,dont be afraid to "think outside of the box" and add your own special touches,such as real glass windows or paperclay exterior. There are so many possibilities! I really love this forum, and there is another one, google "small stuff digest" that is also wonderful.I think probably most of us here are members there also,everyone in this hobby is a kindred spirit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alisha Lars Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome to the forum! I just made my first dollhouse, also an Orchid! It was so much fun, even though it seemed very daunting at the beginning. I prepped and assembled all my windows first, but didn't add them to the house until everything else was painted, papered, and assembled. The only problem with my Orchid was that it wasn't enough space to use all my ideas, so I had to get another dollhouse! Addicting little buggers. I have a lot of photographs in my gallery, if you'd like to take a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 welcome to the forum, Suzanne. Actually there are two building blogs for the Orchid because it was a fun competition between the Building Team and the Community. Small Stuff Digest has wonderful archives full of how-tos as well as links. Oh, and here's my blog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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