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The best DIY dollhouses for the creative soul

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DIY dollhouses are not only a great investment for a long-lasting and beautiful toy, but building them and putting all of the parts together is a fun task in and of itself. You can build it with your child and have an afternoon full of fun, laughs, and critical thinking. Putting together something that is as detailed and delicate as a DIY miniature dollhouse kit will also exercise your child’s fine motor skills and problem-solving skills.

When you take a look at some of these dollhouses, you will be in awe with how beautiful they look. These miniature houses come with their own DIY dollhouse furniture to outfit the house. They are usually made to be very realistic miniatures that are true to life and beautiful to look at. Some dollhouses even come with outdoor pieces to simulate a garden and a yard.

CUTEBEE Dollhouse Miniature with Furniture

Best for Expert Crafters

For those with older children who love to work with their hands, the CUTEBEE Dollhouse Miniature with Furniture comes with plenty of complex and beautiful pieces to put together that will challenge even the most experienced crafters. This kit comes with LED lights, plants, ornaments, and a set of instructions that is sure to give them hours of creative problem-solving. They will be rewarded with a gorgeous garden tea house vignette that looks realistic and natural.

Rolife DIY Dollhouse Miniatures

Best for Display

If your child likes to collect beautiful display pieces, or if you want something that will fit into your home’s decor without looking childish, then the Rolife DIY Dollhouse Miniatures is a gorgeous greenhouse that your child can put together. This is a 7.7 by 6.9 by 6.9 piece that is small enough to fit on a shelf or countertop. The intricate details on this house are made of thread, wood, and fabrics to give every piece a realistic feel.

Hands Craft DIY Miniature Dollhouse

Best for Beginners

If your child is interested in miniature dollhouses but doesn’t know where to start, gift them the Hands Craft DIY Miniature Dollhouse kit. This mini room creates a busy study full of books and picture frames that your child will love putting together. It will teach them the basics of putting together miniature displays, so they can work on this and be ready to take on more complex builds in the future.

These miniature DIY dollhouses are made for your older child to puzzle over and build. You can build one together with them and find the fun in putting pieces together. You’ll be rewarded with a beautiful display piece that your family will be proud of and enjoy.

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When it’s full!
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The moo-vies.
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Why was 6 afraid of 7?
Because 7, 8, 9!
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Because of all its problems.
Why did the student eat his homework?
Because the teacher told him it was a piece of cake.
Who did the zombie take to the dance?
His ghoul-friend
How does the ocean say hello?
It waves.
Where do you find a dog with no legs?
Right where you left him!
Why is it so easy to fool Dracula?
He's a sucker.
What did Venus say to Saturn?
Give me a ring sometime.

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