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Cleaning House - Caring For Your Dollhouse
We all have things in our lives that hold some sort of sentimental or monetary value. For some, it is a prized collection of coins or rare books. For others it is an irreplaceable antique or piece of jewelry. It is these things that always require special care and preservation,... Read
By: Veronica Scott | 13/12/2007 | Art and Entertainment
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Personal Style – Dollhouse Decor
The home is supposed to be a representation of one’s taste and style. You take pride in what you buy for your home, making sure the furniture, curtains and decorations are exactly what you want. This is especially true when it comes time to decorate for a holiday. But for individuals who enjoy building and collecting dollhouses or miniatures, adding flare opens up a whole new library of ideas. And it makes perfect sense too. If you are going to put as much pride in a large-scale version of your home, why not do the same for the smaller replica? No one ever claimed dollhouses had to fit a specific mold, right? Read
By: Veronica Scott | 13/12/2007 | Hobbies
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Bargain Hunting – Discount Dollhouses
Doesn’t it feel good when you stumble upon a really great sale? And doesn’t it feel good to stumble upon a great sale when the item you are looking for is hard to come by? As with any kind of shopping excursion, avid dollhouse collectors are always looking for the best possible price when purchasing materials and accessories for their dollhouses. But for those of you who may be new to the dollhouse market, finding a good deal does not have to be a figment of your imagination. Read
By: Veronica Scott | 11/12/2007 | Hobbies
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Discovering your Collection
You would be hard-pressed to find someone who did not like to collect something of personal value and interest. Some individuals purposely set out to collect something, whether it is as expensive and rare as an antique car or easy to find as a tossed penny. The purpose of a collection is to look for certain items that hold some value to you, whether the value is personal or monetary. And collections usually resemble a great affinity for an object, such as fine paintings or sculptures. Read
By: Veronica Scott | 10/12/2007 | Hobbies
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Childs Play – Child Play Therapy
Living with emotional stress and anxieties is not uncommon for adults. But what if the person suffering from some sort of fear or apprehension is a child? Too often, children are experiencing a negative reaction to events taking place in their environment. Parents become separated or divorced, a child may experience some sort of traumatic abuse or perhaps a child lives in a place that exhibits excessive amounts of violence. Read
By: Veronica Scott | 08/12/2007 | Mental Health
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Cleaning House – Caring for your Dollhouse
We all have things in our lives that hold some sort of sentimental or monetary value. For some, it is a prized collection of coins or rare books. For others it is an irreplaceable antique or piece of jewelry. It is these things that always require special care and preservation, whether it is a yearly polishing or a consistent cleaning. The same practice holds true for avid dollhouse collectors. Dollhouses are basically miniature replicas of a large-scale home, equipped with wood furnishings, electrical lights and even miniature pieces of china and crystal. Dollhouses, and their accessories, require the same kind of loving care that a regular home needs. Read
By: Veronica Scott | 06/12/2007 | Hobbies
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Dollhouse Building Supplies
Building a dollhouse is fun, but it can also be hard work, especially if you don’t have all of the required supplies for putting the dollhouse together. With careful planning and a detailed list, however, you can put those concerns aside and get on with building the dollhouse of your dreams. There are a few critical supplies when it comes to building a dollhouse that can make the process of construction a lot smoother and a lot less complex. Read
By: Veronica Scott | 04/12/2007 | Hobbies
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Corporate Fundraising Tips
Raising funds within a corporate setting takes creativity and good time management skills. With a little bit of planning and teamwork, however, your office can raise a large amount of money for purposes such as charitable donations or community resources. Regardless of the purpose behind the fundraising, there are a number of common principles that can be employed in order to maximize results and get the most out of the fundraising experience. Read
By: Veronica Scott | 02/12/2007 | Fundraising
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Collecting Dollhouses
It seems that people collect just about anything these days, from stamps to bottle caps to coins. Collecting is becoming a very popular hobby among people of all ages and from all cultures. Collecting is a wonderful hobby because it is timeless and represents various experiences for the collector. Most collectors remember where they were and how they felt when they found a rare piece for their collection, leading to many incredible moments and memories. Read
By: Veronica Scott | 01/12/2007 | Hobbies
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Collectibles for Kids: the Hidden Value
One of the joys of childhood is collecting things. Maybe you remember having a collection or two when you were young. A rock collection may have started with one or two pretty pieces of stone, or a shell collection may have begun with the annual family trip to the beach. You may have liked dogs or cats and collected pictures and books. Read
By: Veronica Scott | 30/11/2007 | Hobbies