The Beacon Hill ~ A Gothic Victorian Dollhouse
The Dream Find
The Beacon Hill has always been my favorite dollhouse—at the very top of my most-wanted list. So when I found one on Craigslist for just $85, I couldn't believe my luck!
The basic structure was already assembled, and the seller included some extras—wallpaper, carpeting, miniature books and magazines, wood glue, electrical supplies, and a box of furnishings. Not everything was usable, but for $85, I wasn't complaining!
The Work Ahead
While the shell is together, there's still plenty of work to bring this Gothic Victorian beauty to life. I'll need to install the stairs, windows, trim, and shingles, finish the exterior, and of course tackle the interior rooms. But that's the fun part—taking this blank canvas and transforming it into the grand Victorian home it was meant to be.
There's something special about finding your dream dollhouse and knowing you get to be the one to complete its story.
Click photos to enlarge
The Beacon Hill has always been my favorite dollhouse—at the very top of my most-wanted list. So when I found one on Craigslist for just $85, I couldn't believe my luck!
The basic structure was already assembled, and the seller included some extras—wallpaper, carpeting, miniature books and magazines, wood glue, electrical supplies, and a box of furnishings. Not everything was usable, but for $85, I wasn't complaining!
The Work Ahead
While the shell is together, there's still plenty of work to bring this Gothic Victorian beauty to life. I'll need to install the stairs, windows, trim, and shingles, finish the exterior, and of course tackle the interior rooms. But that's the fun part—taking this blank canvas and transforming it into the grand Victorian home it was meant to be.
There's something special about finding your dream dollhouse and knowing you get to be the one to complete its story.
Click photos to enlarge
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Beacon Hill Inspiration ~ Here are some of my favorite Beacon Hill dollhouses from talented miniaturists around the web:
Mary's Dollhouse Nook ~ The first Beacon Hill I ever saw, and still one of my all-time favorites. This is the dollhouse that made me fall in love with the Beacon Hill design.
The Beacon Hill by Gina of More Minis ~ Take a tour through each beautifully decorated room and read the stories of the residents who live in this stunning home.
The Beacon Hill by Deb's Minis ~ Styled by the talented Deb Roberts, this is just one example of her exceptional dollhouse designs and attention to detail.
The Beacon Hill by Tracy Topps from Minis on the Edge ~ Tracy Topps is renowned for her fabulous dollhouses, and this Beacon Hill showcase is an absolute must-see.
Mary's Dollhouse Nook ~ The first Beacon Hill I ever saw, and still one of my all-time favorites. This is the dollhouse that made me fall in love with the Beacon Hill design.
The Beacon Hill by Gina of More Minis ~ Take a tour through each beautifully decorated room and read the stories of the residents who live in this stunning home.
The Beacon Hill by Deb's Minis ~ Styled by the talented Deb Roberts, this is just one example of her exceptional dollhouse designs and attention to detail.
The Beacon Hill by Tracy Topps from Minis on the Edge ~ Tracy Topps is renowned for her fabulous dollhouses, and this Beacon Hill showcase is an absolute must-see.
And last but not least ~ A Beacon Hill Dollhouse Video Tour created by Angela of Minis by Angela.
