Phoenix71 Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 Hi everyone. I'm still looking for the Skilcraft Victorian Manor with Coach House, circa 1979. My parents originally purchased this dollhouse for me at Sears in Oregon, but I haven't been able to find any in kit on eBay, Craigslist, Amazon, vintage and antique stores; I just missed one sold off Craigslist in Long Island in November. Here is a picture with some related facts: http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/vintage-skil-craft-victorian-manor-429438549 (You do not need to be a member to view this website). Anyhow...I am happy to pay for the kit and shipping or if you see it in your treasure travels, please PM me. I'm in Seattle, WA...also looking for a miniature group to join in the area if you know of any. So far I have only located groups south of Seattle or in Eastern WA. Too far to drive Here is a picture link or see attached file with some related facts: http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/vintage-skil-craft-victorian-manor-429438549 (You do not need to be a member to view this website). Thank you for reading and happy dollhousing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rackey Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 If I see a house like that, I will surely contact you, as you don't see many dollhouses with a coach house. - Happy hunting, and I hope you are successful in your efforts. I am thinking there has to be one out there somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix71 Posted January 25, 2014 Author Share Posted January 25, 2014 Rackey - Maureen, Thank you! I truly appreciate it. Since Skilcraft has gone out of business, these are definitely few and far between. I have noticed though that the few house I have seen of theirs tend to be a variation of this - so bashing may be in order at some point! I saw one of their houses on eBay for an exorbitant price, vintage or not, that was the same but did NOT include the coach house! Very interesting. If it does not turn up, I have the Greenleaf Willow in the wings, which is fairly close Have a great day! Christie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparklepuppies Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 I'll keep an eye out as well. You may want to send a message to Gonzo. He comes across lots of neat things. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix71 Posted January 29, 2014 Author Share Posted January 29, 2014 Thank you, bluebear. I will take your advice! And thank you for keeping an eye out, I appreciate that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparklepuppies Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 There is currently one on eBay, already built. I've seen this one a few times. It says pickup only, but maybe you can contact them and work something out. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Handmade-Wood-Doll-House-/171231489062?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27de312c26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Ew! I don't know which grosses me out more; the sloppy paint job, the colors, or the lack of finishing before the paint went on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparklepuppies Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Ew! I don't know which grosses me out more; the sloppy paint job, the colors, or the lack of finishing before the paint went on. Yeah, I had those thoughts too... But if she really wants it, she can make it beautiful again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 That is true. I'd definitely remove the windows and hit the whole thing with paint stripper! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparklepuppies Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Yep. Did you notice the shutters were stapled on? Or so it looks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Actually the windows appear to be attached (very poorly) with staples, too. I don't understand why someone would bother to spend the money for a kit like that and then do such terrible, sloppy things to it! I couldn't afford the USD$120 they want for both houses AND all the stuff I'd need to get to undo all that mess and do it over properly. No wonder they're trying to get rid of it! What a shame. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kat57 Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 (edited) I had all the same thoughts y'all had,then felt mean for thinking it,as they may actually think they did a really wonderful job! Somebody with the extra $ seriously needs to rescue the poor things! And,yikes,that $120.00 is just a starting bid! Oh,my.... Edited January 31, 2014 by kat57 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix71 Posted January 31, 2014 Author Share Posted January 31, 2014 Kat57, HavanaHolly, Thank you for seeing what I could not post...I almost cried when I saw it! It would be a challenging rehab but at $120 plus shipping I will wait. I thank you for forwarding it to me though. I saw it a few weeks ago and thought it a terrible joke. I showed it to my husband and he laughed saying that is how he would have done it (and he is NOT kidding)...we just have TOTALLY different ideas about what finish carpentry means...I won't even tell you about the workbench he built in the garage one day out of the most hideous blue spray painted plywood ever. We have a good laugh about it now! Thank you, ladies. Thank you for sharing in the travesty :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix71 Posted January 31, 2014 Author Share Posted January 31, 2014 My apologies, bluebear, you posted the link and I was computer weary and ditzy after a long day. Thank you! No staples for me. Although if I lived closer to pick it up, I would seriously consider it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flammia Posted July 25, 2015 Share Posted July 25, 2015 I found that dollhouse silkcraft Victorian manot with coach you can reach 1-94-477-7732 it is on craigslist... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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