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At one time, the creation of a dollhouse was a mystery known to only a select few highly trained artisans. Dollhouses were commissioned works, available only to the extremely wealthy. Mass-production techniques combined with newer materials and tools, however, made the construction of dollhouses a project that can be performed by anyone with a reasonable level of carpentry talent and experience.

Your first step is to design the dollhouse. Once you have accomplished this step and have a clear idea of exactly what you want the finished product to be, you are ready to begin construction. You have two choices. You can buy a ready-to-assemble dollhouse kit, or you can create the dollhouse completely from raw materials.

A dollhouse kit, by its very nature, will not be as endlessly customizable as a dollhouse built from scratch. However, a wide variety of kits is currently available on the market, enabling you to choose one that closely fits your vision. If you are uncertain about your carpentry skills, you may want to purchase a kit.

If you choose to build the dollhouse from scratch, you will need to decide on the type of material you want to use. Wood is the most traditional. However, some types of wood work better than others. If you want the dollhouse to be reasonably sturdy and able to be handled, plywood is generally a good choice. 3/4” plywood is the most durable choice for the floor and structural components. 3/8” is acceptable for non-structural walls, doors and the roof.

Draw out a pattern on paper. You should have a pattern for every feature of the house including the base. Remember to keep the scale that you selected (most commonly 1:12) in place. Be sure to mark your walls and doors as well.

Cut out the pattern and use the pattern to mark the wood. Although the wood can be cut by hand, a circular saw and perhaps a jigsaw will make your job both easier and less time consuming. Pre-drill holes with an electric drill in the corners of all openings such as windows and doorways.

Once the pieces are cut, you will want to sand all of the edges smooth. A plane may be necessary if the cuts are uneven, otherwise simple sandpaper will suffice. Use a rough grain first and finish sanding with a fine grain.

After all of your pieces are sanded smooth, you are ready to join them together. Use a thin layer of wood glue and a series of common nails. Small screws can also be used for added stability. Be sure to drive all screws flush and countersink all nails. Sand again over the finished nails or screws.

If you want to paint the dollhouse, you have two options. You can paint the pieces individually before assembly, or you can paint the whole dollhouse once it is assembled. There are pros and cons to both methods. The method you select will ultimately be based on your painting skills and the design you envision for the dollhouse.

Building a dollhouse can be as elaborate or as simple a project as you would like. If your carpentry skills are not advanced, a dollhouse kit will allow you to do more elaborate construction. If you are confident in your skills, then designing and building your own dollhouse will allow maximum freedom. The decisions are completely up to you.

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There can be few places in the world as beautiful as Switzerland. Camping is the best way to enjoy this amazing country, allowing you to feel very much at home with the stunning scenery and natural surroundings. My personal suggestion of a campsite in Switzerland would be Camping Manor Farm, a spacious grassy lakeside site just two miles from Interlaken. Surrounded by mountains and with lovely views of the Eiger, you won’t be short of things to do with its own supply of watersports and activities on site, including mini-golf, volleyball and its own restaurant.

It’s also conveniently placed to see some of the sights of the country, but which should you prioritise? Here’s my advice…

Zürcher Spielzeugmuseum

It’s safe to assume that your time in a tent or mobile home in Switzerland will take you to the country’s cultural capital at some point. Here you will find a fascinating range of museums, but perhaps the most memorable is the Zürcher Spielzeugmuseum or Zurich Toy Museum. Here you will find over 1,200 antique toys collected from all over Europe, from the 18th to the 20th century. What is really fascinating here is seeing how the toys follow the trends of their specific periods, with dolls’ clothes mimicking fashions, and toy trains following the technological advancement from steam onwards. Elsewhere, visitors will see all manner of children’s’ entertainments through the ages from books and wooden toys to tin figures and doll houses.

Löwenbräu-Areal

Western Zurich used to be the run-down industrial district, but now it has become one of the trendiest areas of the country. This is in part due to the Löwenbräu-Areal gallery, which houses some amazing contemporary art and is regularly visited by art enthusiasts from all over the world. Based in what was formerly a sprawling brewery, the building is divided into six gallery spaces in spacious white halls. If you have art fans on your Switzerland camping holiday, this is well worth a visit.

Jet d’Eau de Genève

Literally meaning “water jet”, the Jet d’eau is a huge fountain in Geneva and is one of the city’s most famous landmarks (it even appeared in the logo for this years European football championships). The landmark pumps an impressive 132 gallons of water per second to an amazing 140 metres in the air at a speed of 124 miles per hour, meaning that at any given time there are 1849 gallons of water in the air! It’s certainly an amazing sight, but make sure you watch out for changes of wind direction which have been known to leave unsuspecting tourists drenched. You don’t want a soggy, miserable trip back to your Switzerland campsite!

Old City of Bern

Switzerland’s capital is full of cultural highpoints, but no more so than in the medieval old town, which has been marked as a UNESCO world heritage site thanks to its patrician buildings and arcades. The buildings date from the 15th and 16th centuries, and despite being restored in the 18th century have managed to maintain their character and feel, creating some great photo opportunities. The real pleasure here is just strolling through the charming streets absorbing the atmosphere. If you’re staying in a mobile home in Switzerland, this is one of the most memorable days out you can expect to have.

Jungfrau Aletsch Bietschhorn

Saving the best until last though, this is a perfect example of why camping in Switzerland is such an amazing experience: the scenery. The Jungfrau-Aletsch-Bietschhorn is a ‘World Natural Heritage’ according to UNESCO, and has the honour of being the only place in the Alps to get this distinction. The mountain rises to 12,907 feet and covers a length of 23 k. Visiting the range will allow you to see a wonderful combination of ice, rocks and alpine foliage. This is what Switzerland’s campsites are all about.

Although there certainly is a lot going for Switzerland, it’s worth remembering that this is very much a summer camping holiday destination! It can get very, very cold in winter and as such you may struggle to find any Switzerland campsites open. If you’re looking for a summer retreat though, the attractions and scenery make a holiday spent camping in Switzerland a truly superb proposition.

About the Author:

Stephen Lane is the Marketing Director of Canvas Holidays, one of the leading European camping and mobile home holiday companies in the UK. If you want to take a
Switzerland camping
holiday, Canvas have over 40 years experience offer tailor made camping holidays to destinations across 9 European countries.

Article Source: ArticlesBase.com – What to See When Camping in Switzerland

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