Jane S Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 (edited) Switching gears a bit. I started work on the tree house concept I have been thinking of when I try to fall asleep.. and then the images run amok in my mind, so I just sketch on a scrap of paper next to the bed and try to fall back to sleep I used a old cedar tree root I found on the side of the road when walking. Cleaned and baked, added braches and platforms and started to cover the seals. The idea here will be: A main platform for the home A lookout platform A art/pottery/ errr.. I dunno yet platform =) I will connect the platforms via stairwells maybe try twisting some willow branches into staircase rails. Maybe some railings... Anyone have other ideas for me? Edited August 7, 2012 by Jane S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 Im seeing a little tree swing hanging off of one of the branches:-) Looking fw to seeing your progress, really cute idea. I also have my best ideas during those sleepless moments! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 You could pitch a canopy or put a yurt-type structure on the large platform. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane S Posted August 7, 2012 Author Share Posted August 7, 2012 I love both these ideas! @WyckedWood I can see the swing.. a vine covered flower swing maybe? part of the vine .. @havanaholly I have balsa wood I was going to create a funky house structure but I also wanted you to be able to peer-into this structure.. the yurt tent idea would be perfect.. maybe using a scrolled lattice siding or twig braided loops EG: Thank you both for the great ideas. Any others?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 The art area made me think of basket weaving rather than pottery. I see feathers incorporated in some way but no specific use in mind. Also just a few clear crystals. Not Tinker Bell or Lady Gaga brilliant, more like dewdrop sparkles. What fun you'll have with this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 Yes to the open idea for the yurt/ canopy! and incorporate Kathie's feathers and crystals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caseymini Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 This is all the inspiration you will need! https://www.google.c...iw=1008&bih=567 These are the images of Takanori Aiba's miniature tree houses. I want to be just like him when I grow up! He is amazing! I am adding to this because I just found Aiba's website! His story is inspiring. http://www.bonsaiemp...onsai-treehouse Even more photos here! http://www.tokyogoodidea.com/ Read the next one to see closeups!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caseymini Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 By the way, here's a cool trick I learned, to view the photos greatly magnified. Go to Aiba's website and pick out a photo that you want to see close up. Then hold down the control button on your keyboard and poke the + = key. The more you poke at it, the larger the photo appears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 Oh, YES! THOSE treehouses! :jawdrop: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane S Posted August 8, 2012 Author Share Posted August 8, 2012 WOW .. those Bonsai Treehouses are amazing.. well I figure Im 35 now and If I keep practicing his amazing work..when I am 106 I might be able to get the stairs done the same guess I would have to get a bonsai first... @KathieB.. baskets I can do !! I have lots of feathers and crystals / stones in my crafft bins O' plenty great idea!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caseymini Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 I forgot to say,in order for the magnifying trick to work, do it to the whole page. Don't click to bring up the single photo separately. I love doing this to all kinds of minis to see the details. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caseymini Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 Oops! A friend wrote to me asking how to get back to regular size from th large. I should have added that,fo those that don't know. Just go down to thr right end of your bottom bar. You will see a per cent# there, like 275%. If you poke that your screen will go back to the normal 100%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minime Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 Oops! A friend wrote to me asking how to get back to regular size from th large. I should have added that,fo those that don't know. Just go down to thr right end of your bottom bar. You will see a per cent# there, like 275%. If you poke that your screen will go back to the normal 100%. or hold down the control button on your keyboard and poke the - _ key Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane S Posted August 9, 2012 Author Share Posted August 9, 2012 (edited) I worked a bit on the base today, a small muddy puddle and some moss/rocks. I have a few willow trees ready for the stair railing, I have to make a few...dozen steps... rope to braid yada yada.. I am still trying to make the curved lattice but a few attepts with flex glue turned out bad, maybe puff paint on wax paper?.. going to add some mushrooms I made a few days ago...sl...eepy I might take a day off...I burnt my fingers more than once today..I'd likke to have some tips left to dial the phone Edited August 9, 2012 by Jane S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caseymini Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 Looking good, Jane. Love it so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdlnpeabody Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 That terrain is just stunning. I really like the mini ferns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane S Posted August 10, 2012 Author Share Posted August 10, 2012 @Caseymini and pdlnpeabody Thank ya kindly folks So much for a day off..the addiction got to me so instead of resting my fingers..I went out and bought some flowers and made the little swing WyckedWood suggested. Thank you hon fits perfectly in that grassy spot :kissing: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane S Posted August 11, 2012 Author Share Posted August 11, 2012 I tried making a home today, things never turn out like Ive sketched on paper, and I messed up at the point where I should have stopped. Well here is try one(1), but this one is for the shelf... going to try again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Hey, it's a thought! Definitely remember where on the shelf you put it, it looks like it would work in a project somewhere, some day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennybee Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Your swing turned out great Jane. Can't wait to see what else you add to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marilyn4882 Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 Your project is looking fantastic! What fun! Looking at the house, which is really adorable by the way, I'm thinking you should save it for another project and go with something more organic for this project that would look more like it sprung from the tree itself, or was at least made using branches from the tree. Maybe a twig framework with wattle and vines for the walls to keep it more in tune with it's environment? That may not be the vision you have at all but I'm sure, no matter waht your choice it will look just as fabulous as what you have done so far. Looking forward to seeing the end result. - Marilyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane S Posted August 12, 2012 Author Share Posted August 12, 2012 (edited) Thank you very kindly jennybee and marilyn4882 . Just like havanaholly and marilyn4882 said , the tent idea can be fixed or added elsewhere.. of course my daughter keeps eyeing it for a fairy planter so...we will see if it dissapears from the shelf . lol I did try to make another go at the tent idea but...ehh I am a bit stuck in my ways ..So i went back to the balsa wood, and as you said marilyn4882 keeping the organic look made more sense for this project. HI HO HI HI OFF TO ADD MOSS TO EVERYTHING I GO... _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ August 12th: I tried a few different homes for this tree top and I failed miserably at trying styles, So I went back to what I know ..wood. House is made from balsa wood and coffee paint ..(yes paint with coffee in it) Grass thatch look and some deep lines to make a bit of a carved in look. Edited August 12, 2012 by Jane S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 Well of course a birdhouse look, and the fairies can roost on a perch outside the door for visitors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Love the little wooden house. It fits in perfectly. :thumb: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane S Posted August 14, 2012 Author Share Posted August 14, 2012 (edited) Ive stared working on the crafters platform thanks to KathieB for the suggestion.!! More work to be done, I am trying to hide my glue and mistakes with mossing as I go...er...hi..ho.. :Jumpy: ____________________________________________________________________________ August 14th: Created a crafters platform as suggested by KathieB Couple of baskets , a hammer and knife paintbrushes acorn teapot and bowls, will add some other items. Edited August 14, 2012 by Jane S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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