JessB66 Posted December 25, 2018 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Hi there, my name is Jessie and I am currently building a half-scale Buttercup. I wanted to try out a small-scale kit to see if I liked 1:24 scale and if the laser cut kits are a big improvement over the die cut ones. (They are, absolutely, and I don't think I would build a die cut kit again after seeing just how much better laser cut kits are.) My next project is to build a large wall house (10 rooms) in 1:16 scale to house my collection of Calico Critters and their furniture and accessories. The are so cute! I am planning to build out of foamcore, because I live in an apartment. I love to make miniatures and design my own dollhouses. Today I made coach lights and ceiling lights for my Buttercup. I once made a big house with a 2 story front porch out of cardboard and lengths of basswood. In addition to dollhouses, I enjoy playing Sims 4, especially the building and decorating aspects of the game. I just got started in Stardew Valley and I enjoy that, too. I have a dog I love a whole lot named Evie. Evie and I just moved to the San Diego area recently. I would like to meet people here who have interests in common. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted December 25, 2018 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Welcome to the little family, Jessie. I still like to fool with the die-cut kits, but the laser cut ones do spoil you! Many years ago we lived briefly in a small apartment in San Diego, and it is a beautiful city. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JessB66 Posted December 25, 2018 Author Share Posted December 25, 2018 Merry Christmas! My name is Jessie and I am currently building a half-scale Buttercup. I wanted to try out a small-scale kit to see if I liked 1:24 scale and if the laser cut kits are a big improvement over the die cut ones. (They are, absolutely, and I don't think I would build a die cut kit again after seeing just how much better laser cut kits are.) My next project is to build a large wall house (10 rooms) in 1:16 scale to house my collection of Calico Critters and their furniture and accessories. They are so cute! I am planning to build out of foamcore, because I live in an apartment. I love to make miniatures and design my own dollhouses. Yesterday I made coach lights and ceiling lights for my Buttercup. I once made a big house with a 2 story front porch out of cardboard and lengths of basswood. In addition to dollhouses, I enjoy playing Sims 4, especially the building and decorating aspects of the game. I just got started in Stardew Valley and I enjoy that, too. I have a dog I love a whole lot named Evie. Evie and I moved to the San Diego area recently. I would like to meet people here who have interests in common. I am lucky to have a miniature shop locally in San Diego. I am planning a trip early next month for finishing supplies for my Buttercup. I am planning to furnish it with Greenleaf kits. I haven't found figures yet. I saw some pretty dolls on Etsy, but I am not sure I can afford them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted December 25, 2018 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Welcome again, Jessie. Have you thought about making your dolls? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fov Posted December 25, 2018 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Welcome, Jessie! I merged your two threads into one. I'm also a Sims fan... often when I'm painting dollhouse I wish I had access to the eyedropper tool! I think San Diego has a miniature show in February, you might want to check that out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qubanqtee Posted December 26, 2018 Share Posted December 26, 2018 Hi Jessie! Welcome to the Forum. You have a great dollhouse store in San Diego with lots of experience in that shop! I lived in San Diego for 11 years and do love the City. As @fov mentioned there is a Miniatures Show and also an active club in San Diego and the show is indeed in February, its February 2, 3, and 4....with a few classes on the 2nd. It's a small show but nice vendors. Again welcome, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mesp2k Posted December 26, 2018 Share Posted December 26, 2018 Hey Jessie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenannediva Posted December 27, 2018 Share Posted December 27, 2018 Welcome Jessie! Here are links to 3 shows coming up in San Diego and Los Angeles areas in the next 2 months: https://sdminiatureshow.com/dealers/ http://www.miniatureswest.com/ http://www.bishopshow.com/southern-california Enjoy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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