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Props Steampunk roombox for realpuki

May 24, 2016

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    1. Hello!
      While I wait for the arrival of my realpuki papilio I've decided to prepare a Roombox steampunk style for him. First, I've been calculated measures and I opted for a 3 pieces room: base (35 x 35 cm) and two walls (30 x 30). These pieces have commissioned a carpenter. The remaining materials will be things that I have at home, extept paint.

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      First presentation of the basic elements, supported with erasers and little things, hehehe.

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      I've started the ground: medical sticks that have cut the tips and then I sanded.

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      For the wall, initially I wanted to use only paper (scrapbooking, Gorjuss of DoCrafts). In this photocan appreciate the first presentation of how it would be seen ... not like it and decided to prepare a brick wall that will go under the decorated paper, as if it were old and broken.

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      For brick wall I used foam board. I penciled in the form of bricks and, with a scalpel, I've been tearing the parties that would be like cement, making sure it is quite textured.

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      With modeling tools I've spotted a little more textures and have given white glue to prevent react with acrylic paint.

      And that's all for now :) I hope you enjoy :)
       
      #1 Mardala, May 24, 2016
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    2. This is very cute. Awesome idea for the ground panels. :D
      Curious to see what it will look like when finished. Keep us updated.
       
      #2 Amadiel, May 24, 2016
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    3. Really neat concept. Can't wait to see more
       
      #3 MoomaBJD, May 24, 2016
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    4. Neat! Love steampunk, can't wait to see the final reveal!
       
      #4 ronaldtin, May 24, 2016
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    5. So excited to see how this turns out.
       
      #5 jabberwocky92, May 25, 2016
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    6. Thanks for your answers! At the moment I've only made something in the computer: I share a couple of pictures with color proofs, yet to decide what will be at the end ... ;) I accept suggestions ;)

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      #6 Mardala, May 25, 2016
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    7. I personally love the colors of the third option!
       
      #7 Plucifer, May 25, 2016
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    8. I like the second and third colors the best, I think. :)

      This is a wonderful project! :)
       
      #8 sprinkles, May 25, 2016
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    9. I would go with the third one as the lighter background will be easier to photograph and not lose props or the doll in from people focussing on the darker colours.
       
      #9 jabberwocky92, May 26, 2016
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    10. I can't wait to see this finished, it is such a great idea!
       
      #10 CBeck1, May 27, 2016
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    11. Plucifer, Sprinkles, CBeck1: so many thanks for your answers :) I'm very happy to see people help me to choose and decide :)
      @jabberwocky92: thanks so much for your answer. I didn't though about photos... and your comment has very helpful :)

      This weekend was quite productive. As you can see (and sorry for the photos, I know you are very bad, but I can only do with the phone, for the moment) the project progresses ...

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      The pipeline, only primer and a first layer of paint ... at this point I freaked out ... but finally with 5 layers, has been all covered part, as you can see in the picture below.

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      The wall is also painted in the absence of a dry brush to give a little light ... In this photo you see how it is becoming. But there is still much work!

      That's all for now. See you soon and thanks for seeing!
       
      #11 Mardala, May 30, 2016
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    12. Love steampunk :D cant wait to see what you are crafting next time :lol: good luck! :thumbup
       
      #12 Margo, Jun 3, 2016
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    13. OMG this is such a good idea. that pipe looks perfect!!!
       
      #13 thebeastnamedzafarri, Jun 3, 2016
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    14. Oh this is beautiful! I love steampunck style! Good job! :)
       
      #14 Dalhia, Jun 4, 2016
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    15. I love how this is coming along. The brick wall looks great, especially with the red pipe, and I love the idea of having some wallpaper over the bricks, too. There will be plenty of visual interest when you have finished. I can't wait to see more.:thumbup
       
      #15 vermont chick, Jun 5, 2016
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    16. Thanks for your support! It really helps me to continue the work :)
      I've been a few days away and I have not made much progress but something I could do: you're all stuck and varnished. What's next? Distressing old door, piping, wall paper ... painting kitchen and something more... I leave some photos :)

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      #16 Mardala, Jun 13, 2016
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    17. This looks so cool! I look forward to seeing your process!
       
      #17 dragolivia, Jun 13, 2016
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    18. This looks totally amazing so far. I'd like to make some props for my Realpuki and a room set but I'm still at the idea stage! Did you use the tongue sticks fir your shelves too? Apologies if you've already stated what you've used.
       
      #18 smudge, Jun 18, 2016
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    19. @ smudge: hello!I hope you will be encouraged to make your project: it is challenging and worthwhile. For shelves I used 2mm modeling wood (often used for ship models and dollhouses), glued with liquid silicone :) If you have any question, do not hesitate to ask ;)
       
      #19 Mardala, Jun 20, 2016
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    20. This is such a cool project - I'll enjoy following your progress with it.

      Teddy
       
      #20 Teddy, Jun 20, 2016
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    21. Thanks Teddy :)
       
      #21 Mardala, Jun 20, 2016
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    22. Love the steampunk vibe and your detailed sketches. It's very inspiring to see the mixture of materials you used to create a one of a kind piece for your dolls. They are lucky! :)
       
      #22 fourmist, Jun 21, 2016
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    23. Great looking project, getting some great effects going.
       
      #23 Dina, Jun 22, 2016
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    24. Thank you - I would never have thought to try silicone glue. I was thinking I'd have to use wood glue.
       
      #24 smudge, Jun 22, 2016
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    25. Wow!!! Very interesting project! Mardala, you're real master! ;)
       
      #25 Mizerikord, Jun 23, 2016
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    26. You are doing a great job! I love this soo cool!
       
      #26 Evoi, Jul 10, 2016
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    27. Oh it's looking gorgeous this far! I love the pipe and the walls, this little room is going to be amazing when you're finished!
       
      #27 Charadas, Jul 10, 2016
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    28. Ooooooh its so cute! That's such a neat way to make brick paneling. Is he going to get a little bed? or is this more of a "living room"?

      I cant wait to see more, and I bet your dolly will be super excited too!
       
      #28 Ellidyr, Jul 25, 2016
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    29. @ Ellidyr. I wan't to do a bed (maybe just a japanese bed) on the second floor. I need more time to do the details ;)
       
      #29 Mardala, Jul 27, 2016
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    30. Very cool project. I like it!
       
      #30 SteamWitch, Aug 2, 2016
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    31. #31 thessalyrose, Aug 2, 2016
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    32. @thessalyrose. I didn't knew about that tutorial but it's very interesting :) I've been into warhammer and 28-32mm miniatures hobby and there I painted dioramas :) If you search warhammer tutorials sure you'll find lot's of interesting things to use for your dioramas ;)
       
      #32 Mardala, Aug 3, 2016
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    33. I could already tell you've made plenty of dioramas before! I haven't made one yet, because I collect larger dolls, but I like to make props and I love watching people like you build tiny stuff.
       
      #33 thessalyrose, Aug 3, 2016
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    34. Gorgeous, so much work but it is really paying off.
       
      #34 deirdrecat, Aug 8, 2016
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    35. Hi people!
      I take my time to do it but... the kitchen is finally done! Now, I just have to decorate the upper floor and everything will be done ;) I hope you enjoy :)

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      #35 Mardala, Oct 31, 2016
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    36. Oh it's just adorable!!!

      Teddy
       
      #36 Teddy, Oct 31, 2016
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    37. Wow, looking great.:thumbup
       
      #37 SteamWitch, Oct 31, 2016
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    38. I love your use of the glass tiles and the torn wallpaper! So much fun to look at!
       
      #38 thessalyrose, Oct 31, 2016
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    39. This is fantastic!
       
      #39 skyealloway, Oct 31, 2016
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    40. I love this @Mardala! Everything looks great, and your puki likes perfectly at home and sized well for the space! Are you planning some other steampunk elements, like a basket on a pulley system from the upstairs, or some gears or a clock? ;) I just want to see you do more and more because you are so good at this! My tinies wish they lived there!!
       
      #40 whisperwolf, Nov 1, 2016
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    41. Thanks everyone for your comments :)
      @whisperwolf: Yes, I hope do more steampunk accesories. But I need much more time. It's for that I use my re-ments to show you how it can be, once it's completed :) I wish I could have more hours at day!!! ;)
       
      #41 Mardala, Nov 9, 2016
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    42. Don't we all - So many hobbies, so little time!

      Teddy
       
      #42 Teddy, Nov 9, 2016
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    43. This looks totally amazing so far.
       
      #43 lorean, Jan 20, 2017
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    44. hahah your doll looks ecstatic! this so unique, i really, really love this concept! well done!
       
      #44 singkititay, Mar 14, 2017
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    45. This project is amazing!
       
      #45 Reslie, Apr 26, 2018
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    46. I love everything about this project. It’s perfect. Thank you for sharing how you did everything. The bricks look realistic because of the way you painted them. They have that lovely almost soft look old bricks get. The pipe turned out wonderful too. Your little realpuki is lucky to have such a space.
       
      #46 ElaineU, Apr 26, 2018
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    47. I love the layout of this little house! It’s so cute! All the little details and stuff are awesome.
       
      #47 puddlesofwater, Apr 29, 2018
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    48. Now the project is on sale. I finally didn't use and my space it's limited at home :(
       
      #48 Mardala, Apr 30, 2018
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    49. I love this room box. I absolutely love the tiles over the stove. Your doll looks quite pleased.
       
      #49 Owl Queen, May 1, 2020
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    50. I just had to comment on this lovely project. It was interesting to see the idea and the final form of the he roombox.

      This gave me a little motivation to continue to make my own roombox.
       
      #50 SpaceGirl, Aug 8, 2024
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