Sunday, July 2, 2017

Windows, Windows, Windows

Guess what the theme of today's post is? 

Doors.

Ha! No, you're right, it's windows.  Although there is a door in here too.

Most of the weekend was dedicated to fixing up the windows so they looked more craftsman in style.  My dremel got a workout because the smaller windows didn't come apart the way the larger ones did. 

And I stained them all a nice cherry once the glue dried and tested them out.





Forgive the bad light on this last one.  I'm thinking of doing another layer of the stain before adding the poly to seal it, just to get the color a little darker.

I added some mullions to the smaller windows.  I think it's just enough to make them fit into the house without getting too fussy.


I also got the window trim cut and painted for the exterior but I haven't wanted to put it up yet until I'm ready to glue the windows in.  Too easy for the trim to get knocked off the house when I'm moving the walls around.

I did adjust the trim around the front door and painted it.  I think it looks a bit better. It'll mirror the trim on the big window.


I like that a bit better.

So now I'm looking around for door handles.  I really want to find (or make if need be) something like this.


Or like this.


That wall lamp is something I'd like to find or recreate for the house as well.  It's the style I want.

The trim for the rest of the house is in progress.  I ran out of the right width of wood so I've ordered more.

I also went shopping for fabric for my chairs, bench cushion and bed.  I forgot to take pictures though so I'll try to do that after I get my stain and sealant done.  That way you can all see what I'm thinking of and let me know how you like it.

Hope all my fellow Americans have a Happy Fourth of July.  And for my lovely readers in other countries, enjoy the rest of your weekend. 

19 comments:

  1. The windows are perfectly unfussy and in keeping with the style. The handle sould be doable as long as you don't want the latch to work O-o or do you? Styrene strip bends pretty well with a tiny amount of heat. Hm, the lamp. Sure I've seen one of these somewhere *scratches head and searches bookmarks*
    Happy 4th :0)

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    1. Thanks! I'm pretty pleased with how it turned out.

      The handle I was thinking I could maybe do out of wood if I soaked it in water and bent it gradually. Or some cardboard and then stiffened it with glue and painted over it.

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  2. It's really looking great Sheila, and I think frame around the large window will make a big difference. What colours for the interior?

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    1. Thanks! I'm thinking of matching some fabrics to the fireplace tiles and for the walls I'd like to do something in a dark cream or very light taupe. A nice neutral so the colors of the tile will pop.

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  3. I think that the black hardware will be the right strength with the lighter backdrop of the front door ( you could maybe try layers of thin quilling paper if the wood doesn't work) and l like the way your windows are looking too! You are really nailing the Crafts style down. :))

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    1. Thanks! I think cardboard might work for the door handle if I can't find anything in that style.

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  4. The closest I've seen to that handle, ready-made, is this.
    http://www.miniaturemarketplace.com/Door-Handle-Knocker-Black-1Pk-P51061C2758.aspx

    It shouldn't be too hard to make, though, to get one spot on to what you want.

    I love the windows. The mullions and new trim are perfect.

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    1. Yeah I've seen that one too and it's not bad, just really traditional looking and not quite as Craftsman as I want.

      I've got some thin very bendable cardboard, I'm thinking it should work.

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  5. hi sheila, looking good. but: do you really want to make such a wide frame on top of the windows? or is this just a prototype? to me this looks a bit too sturdy... I would prefer a finer frame and all.

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    1. Hi! Actually the slightly bulkier and wider top frame is typical of the style. This is a simple version, no molding or anything. Any other house it wouldn't work.

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  6. Estás haciendo un trabajo fantástico,felicidades.Buena semana:-)

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  7. Have you seen this light? http://www.justminiaturescale.com/Craftsman-Outdoor-Coach-Lamp-Black-P25987.aspx

    The revised windows look spot-on! :D

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    1. Thanks! I have seen that light. I like it and if I can't make something then I'll probably end up ordering it!

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  8. I think you really nailed the windows! Those small ones that were meant to go above the roof, the ones that hinge upwards? I always thought they looked a little off, but the way you've added to them makes such a difference. They look realistic now. (Maybe I won't throw mine away in a box just yet...) My first thought with the door handle was 3D printing... ;) let me know if you're interested in going down that route. I can totally help you out :)

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    1. I'm so excited about those windows and the trim, you wouldn't believe it.

      The horizontal hinged windows aren't bad at all really, a row of four of them would be gorgeous. With just two, they do look a little odd until they've beefed up a bit. The vertical hinge ones next to the fireplace are the same window, just turned on their side.

      3D printing scares me a bit, I want to play around with cardboard and see if I can get something made that way.

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    2. NOOO WAYYY those side windows are the top hinged ones?!!!?! WHAT? That's incredible. You made them look sooo good! I had honestly thought they were a lost cause.
      And I'm sure you'll make something amazing out of cardboard! But really don't be too scared of 3D printing, the site I use is like stacking legos or blocks together. No techie knowledge required ;) Just let me know if you ever change your mind! Have a great week!

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    3. Totally serious. I bought them off Miniatures.com. They're the same type windows that came with the 2015 Creatin' Contest. The only issue I have with them is they don't have a way to remove the glass unless you take the entire window apart. And then you have to glue it back together. Not great.

      I'd love to look at the site, just to see what you're talking about, and maybe get to know it a bit. Our library has a 3D printer as well but all the programs for designing stuff is so intimidating.

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