WyckedWood Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 I’m on the look-out for bakery counters for the Mistledough Cafe. I’m looking at some that are mostly acrylic on eBay by Global miniatures out of Thailand. Wondering if anyone’s had experience with those? They look so delicate, I’m afraid they’d arrive broken in pieces. Aside from that does anyone have a shop counter they would recommend of nice quality? I’d like it mostly see through but a little wood trim so it doesn’t look too modern. Thanks for any info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestPaces Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 This one is nice... https://www.etsy.com/listing/201629860/shop-store-counter-unite-for-112?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_b-dolls_and_miniatures-scale_dollhouse_miniature-scale_one_inch&utm_custom1=b3208cf1-60d7-455f-9740-c4b8bea74581&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3v3YBRCOARIsAPkLbK7utndCACmIz_mc7KPMcrwHn1TYTPilYfwecLMJ9aXzhDEcVPBMiDkaAuHoEALw_wcB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestPaces Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 ...or, you could build your own Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 12, 2018 Author Share Posted June 12, 2018 I do like that one, thanks. Makes me nervous that it says it’s built after purchase though. Yeah, I have this book sitting here right next to me about making shopkeeper counters and etc. and was thinking if my life depended on it I could never follow these instructions or doubtful even find the supplies to get started. Too much math and measuring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Kaarin, if that's the book I have, it's not that bad and the items turn out pretty good. I used it a lot for the general store fixtures, and I will use it again for Brimble's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 It’s the Dolls House Shopkeeper. The first counter I looked at in the book said you’d need a circular saw, just looks complicated. I’m sure it would cost as much to buy the supplies as to buy a finished cabinet with less tears and blood. Prices on eBay are all over the map though. Really one of those times you need to take your project into an actual dollhouse shop and try out 5 or 6 counters to find the right one. Unfortunately there isn’t a shop anywhere near me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-life madness Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 58 minutes ago, WyckedWood said: I do like that one, thanks. Makes me nervous that it says it’s built after purchase though. Yeah, I have this book sitting here right next to me about making shopkeeper counters and etc. and was thinking if my life depended on it I could never follow these instructions or doubtful even find the supplies to get started. Too much math and measuring Not true! Thin pieces of plexiglass cut easily on your saw. I know you could do it, you are a smart cookie! It is only if you want to do it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-life madness Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Make a card stock mock-up, it will help you visualize better. Then you can compare it to pre built things. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 It would be nice to customize the size. I had a quesy feeling you would all try to talk me in to making my own lol 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestPaces Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 It always seems more complicated than it is Karin. We've seen your creative talents with the dolls etc. You really should give it a try. As Carrie says, make a mock up of card stock or foam board to 'see' what you're up against and get the 'feel' of how you'll put it together. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 Thank you, I’ll think about it ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Karin, I use basswood and I can cut up to 1/4" thickness with my utility knife and a cork-backed steel straight edge. That's the book I have and here are some of the things I made: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 Those units look great Holly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 They are fun to do! I tend to sketch what I want onto grid paper and use that for a pattern to cut my pieces, and go from there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 Wondering what type of glue would be best for the acetate. The book says plastic weld adhesive..any idea of a brand name or alternative? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 White glue works for gluing acetate dollhouse windows into wood frames. If it's a matter of gluing acetate to acetate, the thistothat.com website recommendation for gluing plastic to plastic is here. They don't have a specific mention of acetate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 Thanks Kathie. Might be able to find something in the model section at hobby lobby. I’ve never cut thin plastic that the edges didn’t shatter and crack a little. Not sure how they avoid that either. I ended up purchasing a counter but it’s smaller than what I wanted so I’m thinking I could add a low counter to it. Then I also need a few others that would need to be very specific sizes, after window shopping for counters, I’m realizing the sizes I need will have to be handmade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sable Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 I have one you can have for postage. It is white with plexiglass or maybe glass, not sure. I won’t be home until Friday so I can’t send a photo. I’ll see if I can find one online. It’s a bit long so make sure it’s not to large for your purpose 6.7”. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sable Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Found an example of mine: https://www.ebay.com/p/1-12-Dollhouse-Miniature-Furniture-Wooden-Display-Cabinet-Show-Case-Shop-Counter/1264807188 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 Thanks Sable I had that one on my watch list but decided it was too long. Thank you for the generous offer tho, I do appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalesq Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 I just spotted this on ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/Miniature-dollhouse-furniture-2-pieces/142219191938?hash=item211ceca682:g:5wQAAOSwUsJYWc87 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shareb Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 I buy a fair bit from Aliexpress now and I'm generally pleased with what turns up! It is mostly from China so does take time to arrive - plus sometimes communication isn't wonderful. However 95% of what I have bought from Aliexpress I have been happy with. Mostly free shipping too! https://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?catId=0&initiative_id=SB_20180613140753&SearchText=dollhouse+display https://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?catId=0&initiative_id=SB_20180613140927&SearchText=dollhouse+shop+display Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 14, 2018 Author Share Posted June 14, 2018 6 hours ago, Dalesq said: I just spotted this on ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/Miniature-dollhouse-furniture-2-pieces/142219191938?hash=item211ceca682:g:5wQAAOSwUsJYWc87 Cool thanks for the link. The one I bought is similar in style and shape but it’s white. I’ll watch this one in case the other doesn’t work out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyckedWood Posted June 14, 2018 Author Share Posted June 14, 2018 6 hours ago, Shareb said: I buy a fair bit from Aliexpress now and I'm generally pleased with what turns up! It is mostly from China so does take time to arrive - plus sometimes communication isn't wonderful. However 95% of what I have bought from Aliexpress I have been happy with. Mostly free shipping too! https://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?catId=0&initiative_id=SB_20180613140753&SearchText=dollhouse+display https://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?catId=0&initiative_id=SB_20180613140927&SearchText=dollhouse+shop+display Thanks for the tip, I love the stall with shelves item they have listed and the etageres. Looks like a good source for future reference! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thriftymini Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Saw this counter on sale at MiniLand.ca (online store in Victoria, BC). https://www.miniland.ca/Shop-store-Counter-unite-for-112-dollhouse-miniature-DISPLAY-CABINET-wood-WN_p_491.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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