Guest Nathaniel Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Beautiful rooms Nathaniel, my favorite is the dining room with Christmas tree. Thanks Melva! I got that xmas tree at TJ Maxx for like 7 bux! IT looks really real though and smells like a real tree too!!! I like that room too.. the colors are a little crazy though in that room. I went with blue, red, yellow, and green to be christmasy and stuff... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nathaniel Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Hi Everyone! I got some new treasures in the mail the other day! I got a nice Bespaq Secretary with a Mirror, a beautiful Mohagony arm chair with a really nice fabric, and a beautiful white resin Fireplace that is 9.5 inches tall and will only fit in one of my houses, my Newport (or American Victorian Mansion by Batrie). I purchased these pieces from a WONDERFUL ebay seller - his name is Jim Coates and he sells some REALLY nice Bespaq pieces and other stuff! Check out pics in my gallery! And leave Comments! Thanks! -Nathaniel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Gosh, Nat - you have great taste! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avidcrazyquilter Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I was looking through everyone's great new finds and it reminded me that I have a new find. It is a Baroque fireplace that I fell in love with and had to have. I was thinking of gold leafing it. I have some gold leaf that I have held onto for years for just the right project. I was looking online at pictures of similar RL items and some have only gold leafed the accents, am not sure how I would do that on this, or if it would be better to just gold leaf the whole thing. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for something that might look good? Would love to hear your ideas. Julie C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 That is a totally awesome piece, but I would just paint it faux marble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corwin Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I was looking through everyone's great new finds and it reminded me that I have a new find. It is a Baroque fireplace that I fell in love with and had to have. I was thinking of gold leafing it. I have some gold leaf that I have held onto for years for just the right project. I was looking online at pictures of similar RL items and some have only gold leafed the accents, am not sure how I would do that on this, or if it would be better to just gold leaf the whole thing. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for something that might look good? Would love to hear your ideas. Julie C. I am with holly, i would marble it but I would also gold leaf the accents with my trusty gold leafing pen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherry Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 That is just gorgeous, but the whole thing in gold might be a bit overwhelming! I'm with Holly on this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 If you MUST gold leaf the accents, you can lay you leaf on the high places and just rub your tool over those, and then gently remove the rest with a brush, if you really want Roccoco; but for Baroque I still think marble, maybe a pretty Tuscan variety with tiny hints of pink & gray veining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 The gold highlights would make it Roccoco rather than Baroque, and gilding the whole thing puts it into the realm of King Midas' fantasy. A lovely marble with hints of pinkish (raw sienna) and grayish (black) veining would look properly opulent in a Baroque sort of way. That said, it's your fireplace & chimneybreast, and your dollhouse, and whatever fits with the look you & the house wants is the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Not much to add to what Holly suggested! I would urge you not to cover the whole thing in gold leaf - but the fireplace is in your mini world, not mine. It's a stunning piece - I understand how you fell in love with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avidcrazyquilter Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Ahhh! I didn't even think of marble! I knew there was a better idea! Thanks! Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nathaniel Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I was looking through everyone's great new finds and it reminded me that I have a new find. It is a Baroque fireplace that I fell in love with and had to have. I was thinking of gold leafing it. I have some gold leaf that I have held onto for years for just the right project. I was looking online at pictures of similar RL items and some have only gold leafed the accents, am not sure how I would do that on this, or if it would be better to just gold leaf the whole thing. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for something that might look good? Would love to hear your ideas. Julie C. I would just gold leaf the accents, as little as possible. I think with gold leafing less is more.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I agree, less is definitely more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Hey Nathaniel, watch for Jim Coates sales and watch for his damaged items. You can get some deals. I've bought from him many times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nathaniel Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 Hey Nathaniel, watch for Jim Coates sales and watch for his damaged items. You can get some deals. I've bought from him many times. Thanks for the tip Greg! :lol: Actually, I have bought sale items and damaged items from him before. They are usually easy fixes though so it is great and not even noticeable! Certainly makes Bespaq more affordable! I will definitely continue to buy from him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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pjnick54 Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 I found these at an Antique Mall a couple weeks ago. I have no idea what I'm going to use them for yet, but I just had to get them. They're almost 6" tall with the pedestal and say made in Italy on the bottom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Lovely, Pamela! (I think I have the one on the left.) They would look spectacular in a garden, conservatory, or large front hall. What a find! The pair together will definitely make a statement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Wouldn't those look outstanding in a foyer with a wall fountain? Or a conservatory full of plants & wicker! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjnick54 Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Sounds lovely but I have to make sure I can use them in a setting that I'm talented enough to create.... I can see things in my head but making/building them may be another story. I love the foyer and wall fountain idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nathaniel Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 I've posted Spring Dedham, MA dollhouse show treasures!!! Check em out and leave comments!!! -Nathaniel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I'm so excited! I found something that just tickles me to death. Of course, most minis do that to me, but this one combined so many of the things I love best.....books, herbal lore, a wicked sense of humor......... It's coming from the UK so it won't be here for awhile. That might be a good thing since Percutio, Maharet and Sarah Ann are all arguing about who gets it. By the time it gets here hopefully they'll have reached a decision. Isn't it just cool!! The artisan is BlueKittyMiniatures on Etsy. Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherry Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I saw that on Etsy, and it's just too cute! Congrats on a great find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Oh, that is SO cute! Watch out Jadis doesn't snatch it for herself! Remember she's a sneaky jade! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Oh, that is SO cute! Watch out Jadis doesn't snatch it for herself! Remember she's a sneaky jade! <grinning> Jadis got the venus flytrap and the goldfish-eating cat so I told her she'd have to share this one with the others. She didn't seem happy about that so I'll have to keep an eye on her. LOL! The little book might just have to make the rounds of all the magick folk. It's too cute not to share. I think I'll name him Phil O'Dendron. Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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