The Timekeepers Shop: Bringing the Facade to Life on Hello Min Hemm?

 Hello everyone,

How are you all? I hope you had a great weekend. At the moment I am really excited preparing for my next dolls house fair in Schiedam. So you can imagine trying my best to fit in all the schedules. 

If you have been following the progress of the Timekeepers Shop, you know how much heart and soul I have been pouring into this little miniature project. Today, I am absolutely thrilled to share a very special update with you. It is an update that took place entirely outside my usual studio!

As you all know, recently, I had the wonderful opportunity to pack up my brushes and tools and head over to the studios of NET TV. I was invited as a guest on Hello Minn Hemm? and I spent a fantastic segment working on the shop live on air with the brilliant presenter, Malcolm Pisani. 

It is always a unique experience taking the quiet, meticulous work of miniatures into a bustling television studio. Malcolm's enthusiasm made the whole process an absolute joy.

During the episode, my main goal was to finally complete the front exterior of the shop. The facade is the very first thing that welcomes you into a miniature scene. It has to tell a story before you even peek inside.

I started by painting the front door. Getting the tone exactly right was crucial. It needed to look like a door that has welcomed countless customers over decades. Once the base coat was down, it was time for my favourite part of any build, the weathering!

Using a combination of washes and dry brushing techniques, I aged the entire front of the building. I worked carefully to build up layers of grime and shadow in the crevices. This softened the fresh paint to give it that authentic, weathered patina. There is something incredibly satisfying about transforming pristine materials into architectural elements that look like they have stood against the weather for a century.

To finish off the exterior, I turned my attention to the front display window. A shop like this needs a window that immediately captures the imagination. I decorated the display with a cascade of tiny, intricate clock gears. Placing each individual cog and wheel took a steady hand. Layering those metallic textures against the weathered storefront created the perfect contrast. It hints beautifully at the mechanical magic waiting inside.

I have to say, I totally love how it turned out. Seeing the completed facade come together under the studio lights was a proud moment. It has given me even more momentum to dive into the interior details.

If you missed the broadcast, do not worry! I have attached the full video of the episode below so you can watch the entire process unfold from start to finish.

Thank you so much for joining me on this journey. Tomorrow I will be having the last episode for this season where I will be finishing the interior of the shop and then I can be calling it a wrap.

This is all for today. Make sure to stayed tuned for the last episode of the Timekeeper's Shop and latest news.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx