school house to doll house

October 28th, 2008 in member junk

AtticusFinch, member

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I found this in my alley. I drove by it for 3 days...before I finally picked it up.

And this is what the school has has become. Ruthies doll house. It has paper on the walls, and scrapbook art too. I found a locker mirror that is mounted on the wall on the lower level. Im still working on the pink front door.

And this is the back of the beach cottage...french doors and all. I think I need one more picture frame for a window under the star. A beach cottage has to have a view.

I found this in my alley. I drove by it for 3 days...before I finally picked it up.

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Shutters and windows were made from popsicle sticks and picture frames from the $1 store. Rugs are made from left over scraps of fabric. Detail over the french door is a drawer pull plate.

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Comments (8)

csudderth writes: This piece was just waiting there for you calling your name. Great redo. Some little girl is going to love this.
Christy Posted: 9:34 pm on October 28th

Chovey writes: What a great little house! Good job! Welcome aboard with the rest of us junk market junkies!
cynthai Posted: 7:20 pm on October 28th

KimberlyMelamed writes: Welcome to the site and bravo on the remodel of the Beach Cottage. Just adorable. Can't believe it lasted 3 days on in the alley...meant to be. Thanks for sharing the pics with us!

Kimberly Posted: 4:13 pm on October 28th

shabbychick writes: I love, love it! (What an awesome alley find - and so great that it sat and patiently waited for you too!) :) That's funny, I've done "drive-bys" before and should have stopped the first time. ha ha

The casters were a nice addition - it looks like it could be kinda heavy to pick up. And, so cool that it's a beach cottage - I'm tempted to move in!!!

What a lucky little girl! Thanks for sharing your "Home Makeover"!

Kathy

P.S. Last but not least - Welcome to the JunkMarket! Posted: 2:05 pm on October 28th

AtticusFinch writes: Thanks for your comments. Yes I made it for my friend's 1-yr. old daughter. Casters have come in handy as she loves pushing it around. Posted: 1:27 pm on October 28th

suewhitney writes: Beautifully, done! Thanks for sharing.

Take care,
Sue Posted: 12:53 pm on October 28th

MimiToria writes: What a smart remake you have. Is there a little one to use it? It's great how you gave it the little casters so that it can be rolled around. Very great save!
Welcome to the site!
Gretchen Posted: 12:27 pm on October 28th