Incorporating Kensington Dollshouse Festival & City of London Dollshouse Festival as well as online miniature shows, events & news.

Home
About Us
News
The List
Events
Competitions
Shows

Home
About Us
News
The List
Events
Competitions
Shows

KDF Summer – Floorplans

Download the Kensington Dollshouse Festival Summer Show Floor Plans (changes may still occur):

Lower Foyer Floorplan

Ground Floor Floorplan

1st Floor Floorplan

London Dollshouse Showcase

Established in 1985, the London Dollshouse Festivals have been searching the globe for the best craftsmen who can perfectly replicate every day life in miniature. We have artists from all corners of the world attending our London shows. These craftsmen specialise in all aspects of miniatures from a grand, fully decorated mansion to a humble clothes peg & everything in between.

Instagram

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Show catalogue.

We know that the showcase is approaching when we post out our limited edition show catalogue to our 500 most regular customers on our mailing list.

Catalogues will be arriving in the next week or so & features this great photo by @fatimadona_miniatures, who is one of the international miniaturists taking part in the showcase.

The showcase is accessible to everyone via our website from 11.00 BST on Friday 2nd September until 17.00 BST on Thursday 8th September. You do not need to register & there is no charge to browse the showcase & see/buy all the amazing miniatures featured.

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
Sept 2nd - 8th 2022
Access via our website.

#onlineshowcase #dollshouses #miniatures #aquariums

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Show catalogue. We know that the showcase is approaching when we post out our limited edition show catalogue to our 500 most regular customers on our mailing list. Catalogues will be arriving in the next week or so & features this great photo by @fatimadona_miniatures, who is one of the international miniaturists taking part in the showcase. The showcase is accessible to everyone via our website from 11.00 BST on Friday 2nd September until 17.00 BST on Thursday 8th September. You do not need to register & there is no charge to browse the showcase & see/buy all the amazing miniatures featured. LDF Autumn Online Showcase Sept 2nd - 8th 2022 Access via our website. #onlineshowcase #dollshouses #miniatures #aquariums

2 days ago

View on Instagram |

1/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Marie-France Beglan

We know how sought-after @mariefrancebeglan dolls are. The rush at our live shows to be first in line at their table is signal enough that her dolls are something to admire, but it does make them difficult to actually buy one for yourself. Marie-France only makes a limited number of dolls each year, so if you are lucky enough to own one, you can feel pretty pleased with yourself.

Marie-France will have a very limited number of dolls available for the Autumn Online Showcase (Sept 2nd-8th), but if you are not quick enough to secure one of these, you can always but one of her gorgeous hats or umbrellas or other accessories that she creates.

Most of her items are one offs and always something to treasure.

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
Sept 2th - 8th
Opens 11.00 BST on Sept 2nd
Access is FREE via our website.

#dolls #miniaturehats #handmade #vintagestyle #dollshouses

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Marie-France Beglan We know how sought-after @mariefrancebeglan dolls are. The rush at our live shows to be first in line at their table is signal enough that her dolls are something to admire, but it does make them difficult to actually buy one for yourself. Marie-France only makes a limited number of dolls each year, so if you are lucky enough to own one, you can feel pretty pleased with yourself. Marie-France will have a very limited number of dolls available for the Autumn Online Showcase (Sept 2nd-8th), but if you are not quick enough to secure one of these, you can always but one of her gorgeous hats or umbrellas or other accessories that she creates. Most of her items are one offs and always something to treasure. LDF Autumn Online Showcase Sept 2th - 8th Opens 11.00 BST on Sept 2nd Access is FREE via our website. #dolls #miniaturehats #handmade #vintagestyle #dollshouses

4 days ago

View on Instagram |

2/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Artlittle

What’s that you say?…. a beaten up old folding iron bedstead?… do I need one for my dolls house? … Of course I do! These are the things that make your dolls house special. When Almudena sent me her new photos for the online showcase, this fold-up bed jumped out at me. There is something about miniatures that actually work the way they should in real life that always appeals. But all of Artlittle’s metal beds are appealing & it is only possible to see her new items via our showcase, starting on September 2nd at 11am BST.

Artlittle will be exhibiting & selling her work alongside over 70 other incredible miniaturists all creating must have items for your dolls house model or collection.

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
Sept 2nd - 8th 2022
Opens 11.00 BST on 2nd Sept

FREE access via our website.

#ironbeds #shabbychic #dollshouse #dollhouse #miniatures #vintage

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Artlittle What’s that you say?…. a beaten up old folding iron bedstead?… do I need one for my dolls house? … Of course I do! These are the things that make your dolls house special. When Almudena sent me her new photos for the online showcase, this fold-up bed jumped out at me. There is something about miniatures that actually work the way they should in real life that always appeals. But all of Artlittle’s metal beds are appealing & it is only possible to see her new items via our showcase, starting on September 2nd at 11am BST. Artlittle will be exhibiting & selling her work alongside over 70 other incredible miniaturists all creating must have items for your dolls house model or collection. LDF Autumn Online Showcase Sept 2nd - 8th 2022 Opens 11.00 BST on 2nd Sept FREE access via our website. #ironbeds #shabbychic #dollshouse #dollhouse #miniatures #vintage

1 week ago

View on Instagram |

3/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: On your marks…

There is little over 3 weeks until the LDF Autumn Online Showcase hits your computer/iphone/ipad screens. We are busy working away to add all the content to the showcase & make sure it will be easy to use & navigate.

We will post more instructions nearer the time, but just be aware that you DO NOT need to pay a fee to shop on the showcase. you DO NOT need to register with us. The showcase will be accessible to everyone directly from our website from 11.00 BST on Friday 2nd September.

Most of the craftsmen taking part will have new & exciting work to sell. All sales are handled directly with the maker, either through their online store or website, or via email or even the telephone! We do not exclude anyone.

@gabrielleelizabethcoles or Arch House Miniatures will be taking part again this year. This was her page from our February Showcase. She will have lots of new work to see, which will not be available to purchase until the showcase opens. Gabrielle now makes miniatures full time & you can read more about her & all the other craftsmen taking part on their showcase page.

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
Sept 2 - 8 (from 11.00 on Fri 2nd Sept BST)
Access via our website.

#handmade #craftsmen #dollshouse #dollhouse #miniatures

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: On your marks… There is little over 3 weeks until the LDF Autumn Online Showcase hits your computer/iphone/ipad screens. We are busy working away to add all the content to the showcase & make sure it will be easy to use & navigate. We will post more instructions nearer the time, but just be aware that you DO NOT need to pay a fee to shop on the showcase. you DO NOT need to register with us. The showcase will be accessible to everyone directly from our website from 11.00 BST on Friday 2nd September. Most of the craftsmen taking part will have new & exciting work to sell. All sales are handled directly with the maker, either through their online store or website, or via email or even the telephone! We do not exclude anyone. @gabrielleelizabethcoles or Arch House Miniatures will be taking part again this year. This was her page from our February Showcase. She will have lots of new work to see, which will not be available to purchase until the showcase opens. Gabrielle now makes miniatures full time & you can read more about her & all the other craftsmen taking part on their showcase page. LDF Autumn Online Showcase Sept 2 - 8 (from 11.00 on Fri 2nd Sept BST) Access via our website. #handmade #craftsmen #dollshouse #dollhouse #miniatures

1 week ago

View on Instagram |

4/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Delph Miniatures

Why not enter the modern world of @delphminiatures. Most of our makers delight in replicating beautiful antique furniture, historic silverware & fancy cakes, but not Kathy & Margaret. Their mission is to replicate out everyday world in miniature. No matter where they are, a doctors surgery, a hairdressers, a stationery shop, their eyes are seeing the world in 1:12 scale. Covid survival kits, operating theatres, dental surgeries, mobility scooter, nothing goes unnoticed.

Sadly, Kathy & Margaret are unable to attend our shows in Kensington, but they will be taking part in our Online Showcase running from 2nd-8th September. A great chance to see any new items they have been working on.

The showcase opens at 11.00 BST (British Summertime) - This is important for anyone wanting to view the showcase outside the UK.

More information on our website. (link in Bio)

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
2-8 September
11.00 BST

Access is FREE & you do not need to register.

#modernlife
#hospitals
#dollshouses
#miniatures

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Delph Miniatures

Why not enter the modern world of @delphminiatures. Most of our makers delight in replicating beautiful antique furniture, historic silverware & fancy cakes, but not Kathy & Margaret. Their mission is to replicate out everyday world in miniature. No matter where they are, a doctors surgery, a hairdressers, a stationery shop, their eyes are seeing the world in 1:12 scale. Covid survival kits, operating theatres, dental surgeries, mobility scooter, nothing goes unnoticed.

Sadly, Kathy & Margaret are unable to attend our shows in Kensington, but they will be taking part in our Online Showcase running from 2nd-8th September. A great chance to see any new items they have been working on.

The showcase opens at 11.00 BST (British Summertime) - This is important for anyone wanting to view the showcase outside the UK.

More information on our website. (link in Bio)

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
2-8 September
11.00 BST

Access is FREE & you do not need to register.

#modernlife
#hospitals
#dollshouses
#miniatures

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Delph Miniatures

Why not enter the modern world of @delphminiatures. Most of our makers delight in replicating beautiful antique furniture, historic silverware & fancy cakes, but not Kathy & Margaret. Their mission is to replicate out everyday world in miniature. No matter where they are, a doctors surgery, a hairdressers, a stationery shop, their eyes are seeing the world in 1:12 scale. Covid survival kits, operating theatres, dental surgeries, mobility scooter, nothing goes unnoticed.

Sadly, Kathy & Margaret are unable to attend our shows in Kensington, but they will be taking part in our Online Showcase running from 2nd-8th September. A great chance to see any new items they have been working on.

The showcase opens at 11.00 BST (British Summertime) - This is important for anyone wanting to view the showcase outside the UK.

More information on our website. (link in Bio)

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
2-8 September
11.00 BST

Access is FREE & you do not need to register.

#modernlife
#hospitals
#dollshouses
#miniatures

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Delph Miniatures

Why not enter the modern world of @delphminiatures. Most of our makers delight in replicating beautiful antique furniture, historic silverware & fancy cakes, but not Kathy & Margaret. Their mission is to replicate out everyday world in miniature. No matter where they are, a doctors surgery, a hairdressers, a stationery shop, their eyes are seeing the world in 1:12 scale. Covid survival kits, operating theatres, dental surgeries, mobility scooter, nothing goes unnoticed.

Sadly, Kathy & Margaret are unable to attend our shows in Kensington, but they will be taking part in our Online Showcase running from 2nd-8th September. A great chance to see any new items they have been working on.

The showcase opens at 11.00 BST (British Summertime) - This is important for anyone wanting to view the showcase outside the UK.

More information on our website. (link in Bio)

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
2-8 September
11.00 BST

Access is FREE & you do not need to register.

#modernlife
#hospitals
#dollshouses
#miniatures

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Delph Miniatures

Why not enter the modern world of @delphminiatures. Most of our makers delight in replicating beautiful antique furniture, historic silverware & fancy cakes, but not Kathy & Margaret. Their mission is to replicate out everyday world in miniature. No matter where they are, a doctors surgery, a hairdressers, a stationery shop, their eyes are seeing the world in 1:12 scale. Covid survival kits, operating theatres, dental surgeries, mobility scooter, nothing goes unnoticed.

Sadly, Kathy & Margaret are unable to attend our shows in Kensington, but they will be taking part in our Online Showcase running from 2nd-8th September. A great chance to see any new items they have been working on.

The showcase opens at 11.00 BST (British Summertime) - This is important for anyone wanting to view the showcase outside the UK.

More information on our website. (link in Bio)

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
2-8 September
11.00 BST

Access is FREE & you do not need to register.

#modernlife
#hospitals
#dollshouses
#miniatures

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Delph Miniatures Why not enter the modern world of @delphminiatures. Most of our makers delight in replicating beautiful antique furniture, historic silverware & fancy cakes, but not Kathy & Margaret. Their mission is to replicate out everyday world in miniature. No matter where they are, a doctors surgery, a hairdressers, a stationery shop, their eyes are seeing the world in 1:12 scale. Covid survival kits, operating theatres, dental surgeries, mobility scooter, nothing goes unnoticed. Sadly, Kathy & Margaret are unable to attend our shows in Kensington, but they will be taking part in our Online Showcase running from 2nd-8th September. A great chance to see any new items they have been working on. The showcase opens at 11.00 BST (British Summertime) - This is important for anyone wanting to view the showcase outside the UK. More information on our website. (link in Bio) LDF Autumn Online Showcase 2-8 September 11.00 BST Access is FREE & you do not need to register. #modernlife #hospitals #dollshouses #miniatures

2 weeks ago

View on Instagram |

5/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Shoebutton Bears

Who can resist a tiny quirky character that can fit in the palm of your hand? We have a few craftsmen taking part in the showcase in September who make minuscule animals for a dolls house nursery, or, like me, just start a collection of your favourites. Sue Wilkes of Shoebutton Bears is one of these miniaturists creating minuscule critters. All Sue’s animals are made out of pipe cleaners, which is hard to believe as her characters are so detailed; along way from those pipe cleaner dolls we made as a child.
Sue has been a regular at our Live shows in Kensington, but at the moment she is unable to travel to London for the festivals, so we are pleased to have her be part of our online fair. Sue does not have a website or online shop. In the past, the only way to have seen her work would have been at one of the shows she attended. This is what makes our showcase so special. Sue is able to show her latest work without the stress of building a website (which is not as easy as they make it sound on those TV ads). You can place orders by either emailing her or, better still you could give her a call.

I know we are all used to shopping at a click of a button, but sometimes it is nice to use old tech to place an order!

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
September 2nd - 8th
Opens at 11am GMT on September 2nd

Access via our website, no registration or fee required.

#animalcritters #tinycreatures #miniatures #dollshouses

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Shoebutton Bears

Who can resist a tiny quirky character that can fit in the palm of your hand? We have a few craftsmen taking part in the showcase in September who make minuscule animals for a dolls house nursery, or, like me, just start a collection of your favourites. Sue Wilkes of Shoebutton Bears is one of these miniaturists creating minuscule critters. All Sue’s animals are made out of pipe cleaners, which is hard to believe as her characters are so detailed; along way from those pipe cleaner dolls we made as a child.
Sue has been a regular at our Live shows in Kensington, but at the moment she is unable to travel to London for the festivals, so we are pleased to have her be part of our online fair. Sue does not have a website or online shop. In the past, the only way to have seen her work would have been at one of the shows she attended. This is what makes our showcase so special. Sue is able to show her latest work without the stress of building a website (which is not as easy as they make it sound on those TV ads). You can place orders by either emailing her or, better still you could give her a call.

I know we are all used to shopping at a click of a button, but sometimes it is nice to use old tech to place an order!

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
September 2nd - 8th
Opens at 11am GMT on September 2nd

Access via our website, no registration or fee required.

#animalcritters #tinycreatures #miniatures #dollshouses

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Shoebutton Bears

Who can resist a tiny quirky character that can fit in the palm of your hand? We have a few craftsmen taking part in the showcase in September who make minuscule animals for a dolls house nursery, or, like me, just start a collection of your favourites. Sue Wilkes of Shoebutton Bears is one of these miniaturists creating minuscule critters. All Sue’s animals are made out of pipe cleaners, which is hard to believe as her characters are so detailed; along way from those pipe cleaner dolls we made as a child.
Sue has been a regular at our Live shows in Kensington, but at the moment she is unable to travel to London for the festivals, so we are pleased to have her be part of our online fair. Sue does not have a website or online shop. In the past, the only way to have seen her work would have been at one of the shows she attended. This is what makes our showcase so special. Sue is able to show her latest work without the stress of building a website (which is not as easy as they make it sound on those TV ads). You can place orders by either emailing her or, better still you could give her a call.

I know we are all used to shopping at a click of a button, but sometimes it is nice to use old tech to place an order!

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
September 2nd - 8th
Opens at 11am GMT on September 2nd

Access via our website, no registration or fee required.

#animalcritters #tinycreatures #miniatures #dollshouses

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Shoebutton Bears Who can resist a tiny quirky character that can fit in the palm of your hand? We have a few craftsmen taking part in the showcase in September who make minuscule animals for a dolls house nursery, or, like me, just start a collection of your favourites. Sue Wilkes of Shoebutton Bears is one of these miniaturists creating minuscule critters. All Sue’s animals are made out of pipe cleaners, which is hard to believe as her characters are so detailed; along way from those pipe cleaner dolls we made as a child. Sue has been a regular at our Live shows in Kensington, but at the moment she is unable to travel to London for the festivals, so we are pleased to have her be part of our online fair. Sue does not have a website or online shop. In the past, the only way to have seen her work would have been at one of the shows she attended. This is what makes our showcase so special. Sue is able to show her latest work without the stress of building a website (which is not as easy as they make it sound on those TV ads). You can place orders by either emailing her or, better still you could give her a call. I know we are all used to shopping at a click of a button, but sometimes it is nice to use old tech to place an order! LDF Autumn Online Showcase September 2nd - 8th Opens at 11am GMT on September 2nd Access via our website, no registration or fee required. #animalcritters #tinycreatures #miniatures #dollshouses

2 weeks ago

View on Instagram |

6/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tiny Doll House NYC

As if we need an excuse to travel over to New York City ever, surely visiting one of the best Dollshouse Shops @tinydollhousenyc in all the world is a good reason? Leslie & Tim are always hard at work, discovering the best new makers from all over the globe to fill up their jewel box of a shop on East 78th Street. Leslie opened the shop over 30 years ago & I have been lucky enough to visit a couple of times in recent years. It is quite overwhelming to enter somewhere with so much to see! The quality of work available is top & you will find work by current makers as well as some vintage pieces from craftsmen no longer making.

Pre covid, we were also lucky enough to have Leslie & Tim exhibit at our Kensington Shows & the plan is for them to return in 2023, but in the meantime, they have been taking part in our online showcases, sharing beautiful room sets like these with us to inspire us & make us green with envy!

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
September 2nd - 8th

Access via our website.
No fee or registration necessary.

#dollshouse #dollhouse #miniatures #nyc #specialistshops #toytheatre

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tiny Doll House NYC

As if we need an excuse to travel over to New York City ever, surely visiting one of the best Dollshouse Shops @tinydollhousenyc in all the world is a good reason? Leslie & Tim are always hard at work, discovering the best new makers from all over the globe to fill up their jewel box of a shop on East 78th Street. Leslie opened the shop over 30 years ago & I have been lucky enough to visit a couple of times in recent years. It is quite overwhelming to enter somewhere with so much to see! The quality of work available is top & you will find work by current makers as well as some vintage pieces from craftsmen no longer making.

Pre covid, we were also lucky enough to have Leslie & Tim exhibit at our Kensington Shows & the plan is for them to return in 2023, but in the meantime, they have been taking part in our online showcases, sharing beautiful room sets like these with us to inspire us & make us green with envy!

LDF Autumn Online Showcase
September 2nd - 8th

Access via our website.
No fee or registration necessary.

#dollshouse #dollhouse #miniatures #nyc #specialistshops #toytheatre

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tiny Doll House NYC As if we need an excuse to travel over to New York City ever, surely visiting one of the best Dollshouse Shops @tinydollhousenyc in all the world is a good reason? Leslie & Tim are always hard at work, discovering the best new makers from all over the globe to fill up their jewel box of a shop on East 78th Street. Leslie opened the shop over 30 years ago & I have been lucky enough to visit a couple of times in recent years. It is quite overwhelming to enter somewhere with so much to see! The quality of work available is top & you will find work by current makers as well as some vintage pieces from craftsmen no longer making. Pre covid, we were also lucky enough to have Leslie & Tim exhibit at our Kensington Shows & the plan is for them to return in 2023, but in the meantime, they have been taking part in our online showcases, sharing beautiful room sets like these with us to inspire us & make us green with envy! LDF Autumn Online Showcase September 2nd - 8th Access via our website. No fee or registration necessary. #dollshouse #dollhouse #miniatures #nyc #specialistshops #toytheatre

3 weeks ago

View on Instagram |

7/14

PERFECT MINIATURES: Closing its doors after 50 years.

Peter Hunt is closing down his dolls house building business in August. Peter has been making beautiful, elegant dolls houses for 50 years from his workshop in Sudbury. When I ran the Dolls House shop in Covent Garden, he was our main supplier of dolls houses as they were such beautiful proportions & the detailing was perfect. We had 2 room cottages to 10 room mansions & they were loved by our customers.

Although Peter has sold most of his remaining houses & furniture, he does have a couple of houses left along with some useful equipment & materials that he is willing to let go at very reasonable prices (to be discussed!) EVERYTHING MUST GO!

Cut MDF & plywood dolls house panels
Injection mould for windows (+ a stock of the plastic windows)
Various saws, routers, power drills etc
A wall mounted dust extractor
etc etc

To see a full list of what he has available, please visit our facebook page ‘London Dollshouse Festivals’

It seems a shame not to find a grateful home for these useful tools so if you have any ideas about who would be interested, please contact me directly & I will put you in touch with Peter.

#powertools #carpentryequipment #carpentrytools #everythingmustgo

kensingtondollshouse

•

PERFECT MINIATURES: Closing its doors after 50 years. Peter Hunt is closing down his dolls house building business in August. Peter has been making beautiful, elegant dolls houses for 50 years from his workshop in Sudbury. When I ran the Dolls House shop in Covent Garden, he was our main supplier of dolls houses as they were such beautiful proportions & the detailing was perfect. We had 2 room cottages to 10 room mansions & they were loved by our customers. Although Peter has sold most of his remaining houses & furniture, he does have a couple of houses left along with some useful equipment & materials that he is willing to let go at very reasonable prices (to be discussed!) EVERYTHING MUST GO! Cut MDF & plywood dolls house panels Injection mould for windows (+ a stock of the plastic windows) Various saws, routers, power drills etc A wall mounted dust extractor etc etc To see a full list of what he has available, please visit our facebook page ‘London Dollshouse Festivals’ It seems a shame not to find a grateful home for these useful tools so if you have any ideas about who would be interested, please contact me directly & I will put you in touch with Peter. #powertools #carpentryequipment #carpentrytools #everythingmustgo

4 weeks ago

View on Instagram |

8/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Petite Fleur

We are pleased to announce that Gill Rawlings (Petite Fleur), will be once again taking part in our Online Showcase in September. Gill was due to retire from our shows before Covid hit, but never got to attend her final show in Kensington. This is why we love our online showcases, it means that makers who can no longer attend our shows can still be part of the LDF world! Although Gill no longer attends our live events, she is still busy making her exceptional flowers from metal & hand painting them.

Her work is breath-taking & she has shown that she is the top of her game with her incredible entries in our Perfection in Miniature awards over the years (see photos 2 & 3).

The Autumn Showcase will be taking place from September 2nd - 8th. Access is free via our website after 11am GMT on Friday 2nd Sept.

#miniatureflowers #miniatures #dollshouses #kdfonline

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Petite Fleur

We are pleased to announce that Gill Rawlings (Petite Fleur), will be once again taking part in our Online Showcase in September. Gill was due to retire from our shows before Covid hit, but never got to attend her final show in Kensington. This is why we love our online showcases, it means that makers who can no longer attend our shows can still be part of the LDF world! Although Gill no longer attends our live events, she is still busy making her exceptional flowers from metal & hand painting them.

Her work is breath-taking & she has shown that she is the top of her game with her incredible entries in our Perfection in Miniature awards over the years (see photos 2 & 3).

The Autumn Showcase will be taking place from September 2nd - 8th. Access is free via our website after 11am GMT on Friday 2nd Sept.

#miniatureflowers #miniatures #dollshouses #kdfonline

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Petite Fleur

We are pleased to announce that Gill Rawlings (Petite Fleur), will be once again taking part in our Online Showcase in September. Gill was due to retire from our shows before Covid hit, but never got to attend her final show in Kensington. This is why we love our online showcases, it means that makers who can no longer attend our shows can still be part of the LDF world! Although Gill no longer attends our live events, she is still busy making her exceptional flowers from metal & hand painting them.

Her work is breath-taking & she has shown that she is the top of her game with her incredible entries in our Perfection in Miniature awards over the years (see photos 2 & 3).

The Autumn Showcase will be taking place from September 2nd - 8th. Access is free via our website after 11am GMT on Friday 2nd Sept.

#miniatureflowers #miniatures #dollshouses #kdfonline

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Petite Fleur We are pleased to announce that Gill Rawlings (Petite Fleur), will be once again taking part in our Online Showcase in September. Gill was due to retire from our shows before Covid hit, but never got to attend her final show in Kensington. This is why we love our online showcases, it means that makers who can no longer attend our shows can still be part of the LDF world! Although Gill no longer attends our live events, she is still busy making her exceptional flowers from metal & hand painting them. Her work is breath-taking & she has shown that she is the top of her game with her incredible entries in our Perfection in Miniature awards over the years (see photos 2 & 3). The Autumn Showcase will be taking place from September 2nd - 8th. Access is free via our website after 11am GMT on Friday 2nd Sept. #miniatureflowers #miniatures #dollshouses #kdfonline

1 month ago

View on Instagram |

9/14

TV SHOW ALERT!! Best in Miniature

If you enjoyed #thegreatbigtinydesignchallenge on channel 4 earlier this year, you will LOVE #bestinminiture, a TV Competition show made in Canada & featuring KDF Friend & supporter Emma Waddell as one of the judges.

The concept is different with each contestant working on their own house. It is fascinating to see how their personalities are represented so clearly in the houses they create! ! It is a great watch & it begins on 18th July on Really TV (Freeview) in the UK & Ireland. 9-10pm.

There is one UK contestant so we are rooting for him, but I follow most of the contestants on instagram & they are all fabulous & Emma is a star.

Here is the link to the trailer on Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd7_STihkZ4

#dollshouses #tvshow #competition #miniatures

kensingtondollshouse

•

TV SHOW ALERT!! Best in Miniature If you enjoyed #thegreatbigtinydesignchallenge on channel 4 earlier this year, you will LOVE #bestinminiture, a TV Competition show made in Canada & featuring KDF Friend & supporter Emma Waddell as one of the judges. The concept is different with each contestant working on their own house. It is fascinating to see how their personalities are represented so clearly in the houses they create! ! It is a great watch & it begins on 18th July on Really TV (Freeview) in the UK & Ireland. 9-10pm. There is one UK contestant so we are rooting for him, but I follow most of the contestants on instagram & they are all fabulous & Emma is a star. Here is the link to the trailer on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd7_STihkZ4 #dollshouses #tvshow #competition #miniatures

1 month ago

View on Instagram |

10/14

LDF OFFICE CLOSING FOR SUMMER BREAK.

LDF HQ will be closed until September for our Summer Break, but we will be working right on through. You can email us for a quick response, but any calls to our office telephone line or post sent to our office will be replied to when we return in September.

While away from the office, we will be working hard on the LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE, taking place between September 2nd - 8th. A great chance to see & purchase work by some of the world’s best miniaturists. Access to the showcase will be via our website.

@carolcook_miniaturist will be taking part, sharing her new work with us. To see who is booked up so far, visit THE LIST on our website & select ONLINE SHOWCASE in the Exhibiting in.. filed of the search facility.

#dollshouses #miniatures #miniaturefood

LDF OFFICE CLOSING FOR SUMMER BREAK.

LDF HQ will be closed until September for our Summer Break, but we will be working right on through. You can email us for a quick response, but any calls to our office telephone line or post sent to our office will be replied to when we return in September.

While away from the office, we will be working hard on the LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE, taking place between September 2nd - 8th. A great chance to see & purchase work by some of the world’s best miniaturists. Access to the showcase will be via our website.

@carolcook_miniaturist will be taking part, sharing her new work with us. To see who is booked up so far, visit THE LIST on our website & select ONLINE SHOWCASE in the Exhibiting in.. filed of the search facility.

#dollshouses #miniatures #miniaturefood

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF OFFICE CLOSING FOR SUMMER BREAK. LDF HQ will be closed until September for our Summer Break, but we will be working right on through. You can email us for a quick response, but any calls to our office telephone line or post sent to our office will be replied to when we return in September. While away from the office, we will be working hard on the LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE, taking place between September 2nd - 8th. A great chance to see & purchase work by some of the world’s best miniaturists. Access to the showcase will be via our website. @carolcook_miniaturist will be taking part, sharing her new work with us. To see who is booked up so far, visit THE LIST on our website & select ONLINE SHOWCASE in the Exhibiting in.. filed of the search facility. #dollshouses #miniatures #miniaturefood

1 month ago

View on Instagram |

11/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Emily Chan

Way back in 2020 when we had our 1st online showcase, I was excited to be able to include makers who I admired but would not be able to travel to London for our live shows. One such craftsman was doll maker @emilychan1225, who creates the most gorgeous 1:12 dolls of mainly children & babies.

There are many skills needed to make a miniature doll. You have to be able to understand biomechanics to assemble the body of your doll so that it looks natural & real, you have to be an artist when painting the face & creating a character, become a hairdresser when manipulating the fine fibres used to fashion the doll’s hairstyle & of course become a dressmaker/fashion designer/costumier to finish off the doll with a suitable outfit.

A good doll maker must have all these skills & more, they probably are the most diverse of all miniaturists & often, when you see a doll, you will know straight away exactly who has made it but the character & style of the doll.

Emily’s dolls all have the most beautifully painted faces, each with a glint in their eye, as well as being impeccably well turned out!

You can see & purchase Emily’s newest dolls from the Showcase
September 2-8th 2022

Access via our website is FREE with no need to pre register from 11am GMT on September 2nd.

#dolls #handmadedolls #dollmaker #miniaturedolls

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Emily Chan

Way back in 2020 when we had our 1st online showcase, I was excited to be able to include makers who I admired but would not be able to travel to London for our live shows. One such craftsman was doll maker @emilychan1225, who creates the most gorgeous 1:12 dolls of mainly children & babies.

There are many skills needed to make a miniature doll. You have to be able to understand biomechanics to assemble the body of your doll so that it looks natural & real, you have to be an artist when painting the face & creating a character, become a hairdresser when manipulating the fine fibres used to fashion the doll’s hairstyle & of course become a dressmaker/fashion designer/costumier to finish off the doll with a suitable outfit.

A good doll maker must have all these skills & more, they probably are the most diverse of all miniaturists & often, when you see a doll, you will know straight away exactly who has made it but the character & style of the doll.

Emily’s dolls all have the most beautifully painted faces, each with a glint in their eye, as well as being impeccably well turned out!

You can see & purchase Emily’s newest dolls from the Showcase
September 2-8th 2022

Access via our website is FREE with no need to pre register from 11am GMT on September 2nd.

#dolls #handmadedolls #dollmaker #miniaturedolls

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Emily Chan

Way back in 2020 when we had our 1st online showcase, I was excited to be able to include makers who I admired but would not be able to travel to London for our live shows. One such craftsman was doll maker @emilychan1225, who creates the most gorgeous 1:12 dolls of mainly children & babies.

There are many skills needed to make a miniature doll. You have to be able to understand biomechanics to assemble the body of your doll so that it looks natural & real, you have to be an artist when painting the face & creating a character, become a hairdresser when manipulating the fine fibres used to fashion the doll’s hairstyle & of course become a dressmaker/fashion designer/costumier to finish off the doll with a suitable outfit.

A good doll maker must have all these skills & more, they probably are the most diverse of all miniaturists & often, when you see a doll, you will know straight away exactly who has made it but the character & style of the doll.

Emily’s dolls all have the most beautifully painted faces, each with a glint in their eye, as well as being impeccably well turned out!

You can see & purchase Emily’s newest dolls from the Showcase
September 2-8th 2022

Access via our website is FREE with no need to pre register from 11am GMT on September 2nd.

#dolls #handmadedolls #dollmaker #miniaturedolls

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Emily Chan

Way back in 2020 when we had our 1st online showcase, I was excited to be able to include makers who I admired but would not be able to travel to London for our live shows. One such craftsman was doll maker @emilychan1225, who creates the most gorgeous 1:12 dolls of mainly children & babies.

There are many skills needed to make a miniature doll. You have to be able to understand biomechanics to assemble the body of your doll so that it looks natural & real, you have to be an artist when painting the face & creating a character, become a hairdresser when manipulating the fine fibres used to fashion the doll’s hairstyle & of course become a dressmaker/fashion designer/costumier to finish off the doll with a suitable outfit.

A good doll maker must have all these skills & more, they probably are the most diverse of all miniaturists & often, when you see a doll, you will know straight away exactly who has made it but the character & style of the doll.

Emily’s dolls all have the most beautifully painted faces, each with a glint in their eye, as well as being impeccably well turned out!

You can see & purchase Emily’s newest dolls from the Showcase
September 2-8th 2022

Access via our website is FREE with no need to pre register from 11am GMT on September 2nd.

#dolls #handmadedolls #dollmaker #miniaturedolls

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Emily Chan Way back in 2020 when we had our 1st online showcase, I was excited to be able to include makers who I admired but would not be able to travel to London for our live shows. One such craftsman was doll maker @emilychan1225, who creates the most gorgeous 1:12 dolls of mainly children & babies. There are many skills needed to make a miniature doll. You have to be able to understand biomechanics to assemble the body of your doll so that it looks natural & real, you have to be an artist when painting the face & creating a character, become a hairdresser when manipulating the fine fibres used to fashion the doll’s hairstyle & of course become a dressmaker/fashion designer/costumier to finish off the doll with a suitable outfit. A good doll maker must have all these skills & more, they probably are the most diverse of all miniaturists & often, when you see a doll, you will know straight away exactly who has made it but the character & style of the doll. Emily’s dolls all have the most beautifully painted faces, each with a glint in their eye, as well as being impeccably well turned out! You can see & purchase Emily’s newest dolls from the Showcase September 2-8th 2022 Access via our website is FREE with no need to pre register from 11am GMT on September 2nd. #dolls #handmadedolls #dollmaker #miniaturedolls

1 month ago

View on Instagram |

12/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tarbena Miniatures

Our exhibitor list for our next Online Showcase (September 2nd - 8th) has just been updated. You can see who is booked in so far on our website.

We have a great variety of craftsmen taking part, some old, some new, all specialising in their area of miniaturism. This is what we love about our shows, there is so much variety!

Barbara & Alan Barnes aka Tarbena Miniatures, are regulars at our shows & have been exhibiting since 1995. Their miniature versions of fine English furniture pieces decorate some of the great dolls houses around the world. What makes their work so special is the antiqued finish they give to their pieces, so they look worn & old. (Alan was a french polisher in his life before miniatures).

While writing this I scoured my laptop to find the old films we made back in 2008, where we visited the workshops of some of our exhibitors, including Tarbena. My filing system is not great but I did manage to find them & have put the short masterclass by Alan & Barbara on our NEWS page. It is a great insight in to the amount of work that goes in to each piece they make.

#dollshouses #dollhouse #miniatures #antiqueenglishfurniture #craftsman

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tarbena Miniatures

Our exhibitor list for our next Online Showcase (September 2nd - 8th) has just been updated. You can see who is booked in so far on our website.

We have a great variety of craftsmen taking part, some old, some new, all specialising in their area of miniaturism. This is what we love about our shows, there is so much variety!

Barbara & Alan Barnes aka Tarbena Miniatures, are regulars at our shows & have been exhibiting since 1995. Their miniature versions of fine English furniture pieces decorate some of the great dolls houses around the world. What makes their work so special is the antiqued finish they give to their pieces, so they look worn & old. (Alan was a french polisher in his life before miniatures).

While writing this I scoured my laptop to find the old films we made back in 2008, where we visited the workshops of some of our exhibitors, including Tarbena. My filing system is not great but I did manage to find them & have put the short masterclass by Alan & Barbara on our NEWS page. It is a great insight in to the amount of work that goes in to each piece they make.

#dollshouses #dollhouse #miniatures #antiqueenglishfurniture #craftsman

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tarbena Miniatures

Our exhibitor list for our next Online Showcase (September 2nd - 8th) has just been updated. You can see who is booked in so far on our website.

We have a great variety of craftsmen taking part, some old, some new, all specialising in their area of miniaturism. This is what we love about our shows, there is so much variety!

Barbara & Alan Barnes aka Tarbena Miniatures, are regulars at our shows & have been exhibiting since 1995. Their miniature versions of fine English furniture pieces decorate some of the great dolls houses around the world. What makes their work so special is the antiqued finish they give to their pieces, so they look worn & old. (Alan was a french polisher in his life before miniatures).

While writing this I scoured my laptop to find the old films we made back in 2008, where we visited the workshops of some of our exhibitors, including Tarbena. My filing system is not great but I did manage to find them & have put the short masterclass by Alan & Barbara on our NEWS page. It is a great insight in to the amount of work that goes in to each piece they make.

#dollshouses #dollhouse #miniatures #antiqueenglishfurniture #craftsman

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tarbena Miniatures

Our exhibitor list for our next Online Showcase (September 2nd - 8th) has just been updated. You can see who is booked in so far on our website.

We have a great variety of craftsmen taking part, some old, some new, all specialising in their area of miniaturism. This is what we love about our shows, there is so much variety!

Barbara & Alan Barnes aka Tarbena Miniatures, are regulars at our shows & have been exhibiting since 1995. Their miniature versions of fine English furniture pieces decorate some of the great dolls houses around the world. What makes their work so special is the antiqued finish they give to their pieces, so they look worn & old. (Alan was a french polisher in his life before miniatures).

While writing this I scoured my laptop to find the old films we made back in 2008, where we visited the workshops of some of our exhibitors, including Tarbena. My filing system is not great but I did manage to find them & have put the short masterclass by Alan & Barbara on our NEWS page. It is a great insight in to the amount of work that goes in to each piece they make.

#dollshouses #dollhouse #miniatures #antiqueenglishfurniture #craftsman

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tarbena Miniatures

Our exhibitor list for our next Online Showcase (September 2nd - 8th) has just been updated. You can see who is booked in so far on our website.

We have a great variety of craftsmen taking part, some old, some new, all specialising in their area of miniaturism. This is what we love about our shows, there is so much variety!

Barbara & Alan Barnes aka Tarbena Miniatures, are regulars at our shows & have been exhibiting since 1995. Their miniature versions of fine English furniture pieces decorate some of the great dolls houses around the world. What makes their work so special is the antiqued finish they give to their pieces, so they look worn & old. (Alan was a french polisher in his life before miniatures).

While writing this I scoured my laptop to find the old films we made back in 2008, where we visited the workshops of some of our exhibitors, including Tarbena. My filing system is not great but I did manage to find them & have put the short masterclass by Alan & Barbara on our NEWS page. It is a great insight in to the amount of work that goes in to each piece they make.

#dollshouses #dollhouse #miniatures #antiqueenglishfurniture #craftsman

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Tarbena Miniatures Our exhibitor list for our next Online Showcase (September 2nd - 8th) has just been updated. You can see who is booked in so far on our website. We have a great variety of craftsmen taking part, some old, some new, all specialising in their area of miniaturism. This is what we love about our shows, there is so much variety! Barbara & Alan Barnes aka Tarbena Miniatures, are regulars at our shows & have been exhibiting since 1995. Their miniature versions of fine English furniture pieces decorate some of the great dolls houses around the world. What makes their work so special is the antiqued finish they give to their pieces, so they look worn & old. (Alan was a french polisher in his life before miniatures). While writing this I scoured my laptop to find the old films we made back in 2008, where we visited the workshops of some of our exhibitors, including Tarbena. My filing system is not great but I did manage to find them & have put the short masterclass by Alan & Barbara on our NEWS page. It is a great insight in to the amount of work that goes in to each piece they make. #dollshouses #dollhouse #miniatures #antiqueenglishfurniture #craftsman

2 months ago

View on Instagram |

13/14

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Island Miniatures

One of the best things about our online shows is that we can include craftsmen that are unable to attend our London Shows in person. One of these artists is Pam Jones (Island Miniatures), who has recently returned to the UK from South Africa.

Pam has been making miniatures from Epoxy clay for over thirty years and originally traded under the name “Minia Africa” whilst living in Cape Town, South Africa.

She moved to the Isle of Wight in 2019 and now trades as “Island Miniatures” continuing to create the tiny detailed “one-of-a-kind” miniature pottery and figurines that she is renowned for. Each miniature creation is hand sculpted and painted. From replica historic sculptures to more modern imaginative pieces.

Pam does intent to attend one of our London shows soon, but in the meantime, we are just pleased that we can see her work in our Online Showcase.

LDF Autumn Online Showcase.
September 2-8 2022
Access is FREE via our website.

#miniaturepottery #miniaturechina #chinafigurines #dollshouses #miniatures

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Island Miniatures

One of the best things about our online shows is that we can include craftsmen that are unable to attend our London Shows in person. One of these artists is Pam Jones (Island Miniatures), who has recently returned to the UK from South Africa.

Pam has been making miniatures from Epoxy clay for over thirty years and originally traded under the name “Minia Africa” whilst living in Cape Town, South Africa.

She moved to the Isle of Wight in 2019 and now trades as “Island Miniatures” continuing to create the tiny detailed “one-of-a-kind” miniature pottery and figurines that she is renowned for. Each miniature creation is hand sculpted and painted. From replica historic sculptures to more modern imaginative pieces.

Pam does intent to attend one of our London shows soon, but in the meantime, we are just pleased that we can see her work in our Online Showcase.

LDF Autumn Online Showcase.
September 2-8 2022
Access is FREE via our website.

#miniaturepottery #miniaturechina #chinafigurines #dollshouses #miniatures

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Island Miniatures

One of the best things about our online shows is that we can include craftsmen that are unable to attend our London Shows in person. One of these artists is Pam Jones (Island Miniatures), who has recently returned to the UK from South Africa.

Pam has been making miniatures from Epoxy clay for over thirty years and originally traded under the name “Minia Africa” whilst living in Cape Town, South Africa.

She moved to the Isle of Wight in 2019 and now trades as “Island Miniatures” continuing to create the tiny detailed “one-of-a-kind” miniature pottery and figurines that she is renowned for. Each miniature creation is hand sculpted and painted. From replica historic sculptures to more modern imaginative pieces.

Pam does intent to attend one of our London shows soon, but in the meantime, we are just pleased that we can see her work in our Online Showcase.

LDF Autumn Online Showcase.
September 2-8 2022
Access is FREE via our website.

#miniaturepottery #miniaturechina #chinafigurines #dollshouses #miniatures

kensingtondollshouse

•

LDF AUTUMN ONLINE SHOWCASE: Island Miniatures One of the best things about our online shows is that we can include craftsmen that are unable to attend our London Shows in person. One of these artists is Pam Jones (Island Miniatures), who has recently returned to the UK from South Africa. Pam has been making miniatures from Epoxy clay for over thirty years and originally traded under the name “Minia Africa” whilst living in Cape Town, South Africa. She moved to the Isle of Wight in 2019 and now trades as “Island Miniatures” continuing to create the tiny detailed “one-of-a-kind” miniature pottery and figurines that she is renowned for. Each miniature creation is hand sculpted and painted. From replica historic sculptures to more modern imaginative pieces. Pam does intent to attend one of our London shows soon, but in the meantime, we are just pleased that we can see her work in our Online Showcase. LDF Autumn Online Showcase. September 2-8 2022 Access is FREE via our website. #miniaturepottery #miniaturechina #chinafigurines #dollshouses #miniatures

2 months ago

View on Instagram |

14/14

Follow us

Kensington Dollshouse Festival - 2022 ©