Never2manyShoes

I need another project like a hole in the head but I couldn't resist this sad looking Pierce at the Goodwill for $20.  Looks like someone gave up on it as none of the trim pieces are on.  It's in rough shape but I think I can make something of it.  It's been put together with hot glue so I shouldn't have too much trouble taking it apart.  I'd like to make a different stairwell hole on the second floor to accommodate a Houseworks curved staircase I've had in my stash for decades.  I've never restored a house before so any comments of suggestions are welcome!  I'm thinking a stone exterior (egg cartons) with a slate roof.  Would love suggestions on how to make the shingles.

Update: taking a break from the Dian build to finish a RGT front opening Farmhouse that is going to be donated to a silent auction in December.  The Diana project has been fun & I'll start back up on it after the New Year.  Posting pictures of the progress.
 
Starting a new project.  1" scale Diana from Greenleaf.  This is the first time I've worked with laser cuts.  Well worth the extra cost.  I wish Greenleaf would make a laser cut Beacon Hill - I'd be all over that!
This one will be a "stone' lake house cottage.  Three slightly different colors of egg cartons were used with a dry brush of color over the paper.  Base of house painted a dark grey/green to simulate grout between stones.  The whole thing was finished with 2 coats of matte Mod Podge.

This is my first attempt at building a miniature house.

This is my second build. I'm going for a shabby chic beach house vibe.