THE UPPER HALL

I expected that a half scale staircase would be cheaper than a one inch scale equivalent but surprisingly it is maybe twice as expensive and not necessarily in a style that you desire. Nevertheless since I had taken a decision to cut a staircase opening in the ceiling of the second floor to provide a realistic access to the attic; I had to follow through with providing a staircase.

Dollhouse crafting as far as I am aware is not a popular activity in Jamaica and I know of no other dollhouse aficionado here, so that dollhouse items are not readily available.  I am not clever enough to produce my own items and so it was with great trepidation I decided to make a staircase but with as little hassle as possible. It had to of course be constructed with imported components; here is how I achieved that feat.

I purchase the MDF basic assembled staircase (without banisters) from Maple Street Miniatures (UK) at a modest cost of￡6.95 per pair. There were spindles railings and posts available but none of them were wowing me. At Heritage Laserworks (Australia) I found some flat shaped spindles that come in a kit for you to assemble. Lots of choices and styles and also modestly priced at US$6.00 per set. The staircase turned out pretty well if I do say so myself and was the Victorian theme that I wanted. In addition I got matching balusters and railings for the landing.

I will be going on my long awaited vacation and will be visiting The UK and other European countries, so I will be on holiday from my project as well.