Trash to Treasure: Miniature Diy Lamps

diy miniature lamps using lids and game pieces

I keep a collection of toothpaste caps and cosmetic lids for making my mini lamps.  Also, a while back I purchased a bag full of random game pieces for $2 at a 2nd hand shop that are great for mini lamps as well.

diy miniature lamps

I added little beads on top of the lids.

diy miniature modern lamp

diy miniature lamp

I'm pretty happy with the results.

I've also considered, but haven't tried yet, putting washi tape on the lids?  Or maybe modge podge some napkins or small print material on the lids for patterned lamp shades?  What do you think?

My Mini Dollar Tree Finds

Dollar Tree Miniature Makings

Do you see what I did there?  Mini finds/many finds?  Haha, I think I'm punny.

Anyhow, it seems I find something every time I'm in the Dollar Tree but with my most recent visit, I feel like I found more than usual.

My favorite find would be the pill boxes.  I think I can cut the lids off and use them as mini wall shelving.  Maybe cut one off, paint and use as a jewelry box?

 I also picked up some mini clear containers.  The ideas for those are almost endless.  I'm thinking I will try a mini terrarium first however.

And of course I picked up a pack of the mini Christmas drums.  And I'll probably be going back for the mini Christmas presents.

As for the cabinet liner, I'm thinking flooring.

The rolls of material will be great for pillows, bedding, furniture covering, curtains, etc.

And I always pick up the Eyeglass Cleaning Cloths when I see them in new colors because they are the perfect size and material type for miniature bedding and such.

What are some of your favorite miniature finds from the Dollar Tree?

Trash To Treasure: DIY Miniature Books

I cut up the edge of an old magazine.

diy miniature books

Then I covered them with scraps of paper, some scrapbook paper and some from the inside of envelopes.

miniature books on shelf

I love how they came out and plan on making a bunch more.

Miniature Well Traveled Room Scene

miniature room

Playing with the minis again.  This time I created what I'm calling the "Well Traveled Room".

miniature bird cage

I'm calling it that because I have a lot of items that display different parts of the world, like this little Eiffel Tower statue and my oriental vase.

miniature figurines

I got to use a few of my tiny figurines.

charms for miniatures

My favorites are the tiny charms I have on the desk.  They include a canoe, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Roman Amphitheater. They are so tiny that they can sit on my finger nail.

miniature office

Miniature Oriental Screen Scene

This is a short but sweet post.

Oriental screen scene

I've been playing with the minis again.

miniature scene

I have had this beautiful oriental screen for some time.  I just love it.  So for this scene, I tried to pair it with similar art and colors.

Trash To Treasure: Modern Dollhouse Build

I built a dollhouse in like, 30 minutes.  I know, it doesn't have a lot of wall space, that is why I'm calling it modern.

It was mostly free though.  I used scrap wood from a broken desk and wood blocks that I bought at a yard sale last year.  A little bit of wood glue and Voila!

Now, here is where all you come in.  What color do I paint it?  I was thinking white?  Or...

Miniature Living Room Scene

miniature living room

Been playing with the minis again.  When I do a serious project I'll be sure to let you know haha.  This time, in my temporary display room, I made a living room space.  The T.V. stand was an incense container.

miniature decor

I have mini landmark toys that I used to homeschool my girls that I decided to try out with my dollhouse minis.  I think the Eiffel Tower suits this room fine.

diy miniature couch

I made the couch but am not very happy with it.  I think it's too big and the quick cushion I made for it doesn't fit very well.

dollhouse living room

All and all, I'm still happy with the results.  I do however, need to replace the picture on my magnet television.