khildenbrand Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Hi everyone, My interest in dollhouses is brand new, inspired by the artwork of Kathy Osborn, an illustrator who staged and photographed some quiet, dark real-life moments in a dollhouse setting. It opened my eyes to what you can do with miniatures, you can really make it your own. So my partner and I bought an Orchid dollhouse kit. Right now we're a little intimidated by the technical aspect of it (ie are we supposed to paint the pieces first, or as we go step-by-step? Is spraypainting OK?) but I figure we'll take it step by step and see how it goes. This seems like a very supportive and informative community, I can't wait til we actually get going! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badlilkit10 Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 hi and welcome after you have 5 post you can put up pics eveyone here love eye candy. If you have questions just ask and someone will have the answer you are looking for. Good luck with your first build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Day Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Welcome Kat! The Orchid is such a cute house! You can paint before assembly or after. There are pros and cons of both. I'm sure others will be along shortly with great advice, and in the mean time, search through the forums for lots of threads with helpful tips. Have fun!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJEP Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Hi and !! The most important thing to remember is that it is your house and you can build it how you want. I have painted before and I've painted after. I think it somewhat depends on what you want to do and whether you know what you want to do. If I know I'm not going to stain any of the wood I usually at least seal/prime it first. But everyone does it their own way. Enjoy it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 A big warm Greenleaf WELCOME to you, Kat, and to your partner, bless her/ him! We had a competition build of the Orchid kit between the Building Team and the Community you can read to get ideas, and there are probably more posts than either of you will care to try to count on how to go about building these kits. All the instructions are being revised by our own Ben out of the goodness of his heart. You do NOT have to seal all the pieces, unless the threat of warping is a problem where you live (mini years ago we lived in Coshocton, and it was HUMID/ damp there); if you must, I used Deft clear sanding sealer. Denatured alcohol scares the willies out of me since I took my first college chem class almost 50 years ago. Also, PLEASE ignore any references to hot glue (check out my "Laurel rehab" album's first two pictures if y'all are tempted) and go buy a bottle of good carpenter's woodglue & a box of toothpicks to apply it with. Then kick back and prepare to have FUN! Oh, I used aerosol paint on the exterior of my Cambridge (Dura-Craft) dh and you will want to do several light coats, the stuff can form drips that run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4miniloves Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Welcome another Buckeye! I have built the Orchid, it is a great choice to begin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
honeybunny Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Welcome to the forum....glad to have you join us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica_the_haunted Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Hi and to the group! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Welcome to the neighborhood! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Welcome to the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TinyJudi Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Hi and welcome to the community. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gayle Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 Hello and welcome to the forum. We're glad you're here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterfieldzoo Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 Welcome. I hope that your interest will last many years and you have great fun. This is a very informative place to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalygirl Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 Hello and welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kellee Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 Hello & Welcome.! I am a Buckeye as well... in Columbus.! The orchid is an adorable little house. Kellee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueUni47 Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 Hello and welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what2craftnow Posted May 24, 2008 Share Posted May 24, 2008 Hi and to the forum! Always glad to have new faces and ideas... You will enjoy the Orchid, it's a very cute house. I still have not finished mine - but then I'm so easily distracted Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovecats Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 Hello and welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corwin Posted June 2, 2008 Share Posted June 2, 2008 Hello sorry for the belated welcome. Hope you like it here as much as we all do!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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