Wild phlox is blooming everywhere on the property. I took this while I was mowing yesterday. We mowed the lilac side of the front lawn and the corral. After that, I suggested we mow the back 40 as well because we are due for 3 days of rain starting today. So we did. And now we are very, very tired.
But, we are appreciating the sight of a completely mown property.
Also seen on the climbing hydrangea the other day:
This guy. It’s an eastern tent caterpillar, which will turn into a moth. In the meantime, I’m sure he’s chomping on the hydrangea.
I was missing the original directions, so reassembling the modern dollhouse took a bit more time than I expected. But I did it and I remember just how much I like this dollhouse. It’s name is the Mi Pad by MIAIM miniatures.
It was designed by Elaine Shaw, who lives in London. Initially, she designed it for her daughter. It’s definitely a niche dollhouse and I don’t see it very often. Each floor is a dollhouse in itself (like a roombox) and it’s made to stack. I purchased two floors, but there were 5 different floor designs available and I’ve seen a few miniaturists who have all five floors. I purchased the top floor first, then I added the lower floor. I love the clean lines; they’re quite a contrast from the rest of my dollhouses. I don’t know if Elaine is selling it anymore, I know she was having some trouble with suppliers at one point.
The ‘glass’ walls/windows are acrylic.
I may keep it this way, only adding a piece or two. I like the spareness of the rooms. Don looked at the photo and said “You should keep it this way.”
It’s sitting on the sewing table, which means that my little cubicle in the office/studio is now completely enclosed. Yikes. Oh, how I wish I had more space! I used to display it in the bedroom, but I sense that Don, though completely supportive, would like one dollhouse-free space.
Okay. Time for more coffee!
Stay safe.
Happy Wednesday.
I really like the modern dollhouse. So unusual when you consider most dollhouses have a vintage feel.
I agree with Don but I think I would be tempted to place a piece of modern art on one of the walls.
I’ve been to the theatre twice in the last fortnight. These productions were booked ages ago.
First was ‘Abigail’s Party ‘ set in the 1970s and at my favourite theatre, The Royal Exchange in Manchester. It’s such a different venue, set in the round and inside a capsule within what was once listed as the largest room in the world.
As a complete contrast, I also saw ‘Mary Poppins’ . I went with my cousins,one of whom is having a difficult time lately and we thought it might help to cheer her up. We all loved it.
Hope you’re feeling more rested and allergy free working on your hobbies.
Happy Wednesday
I’ve already thought of a piece of modern art. Not sure what yet, but I’m pondering.
Thanks so much, Dee Dee.
Stay safe.
all looking good. :)
glad you have other interests to enjoy when the rain days arrive. we received nearly four inches of rain in the last 48 hours (a rarity here for sure) and i loved every bit of it!
stay safe.
kathy
We’re on day 2 of rain, another day tomorrow. Like clockwork, we get three days of rain every week. Sigh.
Stay safe, Kathy.
Hi Claudia! That Modern house is very fifties Modern! (Like the Philip Johnson Glass House in Connecticut) You have to wonder how one could live with so much “exposure”…!
But the clean lines are very pure. I would want a gorgeous carpet at least…. and a gorgeous… well, I am sure you will know what to give it if anything at all! A light for nighttime viewing? And I understand the small house full of houses dilemma… sometimes I think I must be nuts to have so many and still want more… (I wish I had room for landscaping….!) and I know for a fact that no matter how big my house could be… I would end up feeling like there wasn’t enough space! And I have plenty to work on now! I really sympathize! And I’m really glad you are doing some minis again!
I don’t always light my houses. It would have to be the right kind of light. I had a great carpet in there when I had in on display a few years back, but I ended up using it in another house.
Stay safe, Betsy.
I like the idea of a stackable room box. It allows one to get started, then add on if they like it.
The only thing I would add is a painting. Some lovely modern art piece!
Yeah, I’ve already thought of that. We’ll see what I discover.
Thanks, Jeanie.
Stay safe.