Patience, passion, a keen eye for detail? Oh yes, a few good tools help. Here is a basic list of tools that will help you construct and furnish your dollhouse.
General
- Pencil
- Masking tape
- Needlenose pliers
- Screwdriver set
- Tweezers
- Magnifier
- Dremel (a convertible electric tool that is used for drilling, routing and other tasks)
Measuring Tools and Accessories
- Rulers
- Protractor
- Mini square and triangle
Cutting Tools
- Utility knife
- X-Acto knife with blades of varying sizes
- Craft mat
- Small hobby saw
Building
- Small brass head hammer
- Small nails for constructing the shell of the house
Adhesives and Accessories
- Wood glue
- Tacky glue
- Foam brushes
- Hot glue gun (This is an issue of controversy. Some dollhouse builders swear by it, while others warn against it and recommend Quick Grab glue.)
- Wood fill
- Plastic clamps
Painting and Accessories
- Sanding block and emery boards
- Tack cloth for removing dust from sanded surfaces
- Painter’s or masking tape
- Craft set of small brushes (The set should include brushes large enough for large exterior/interior surfaces and small enough for trim and fine detail pieces.)
- Foam brushes (Some collectors prefer foam brushes for painting and staining.)
- Thin cloth rags