Noelle's Bedroom - Holly's Christmas Shoppe

Hello Everyone,

I hope you are well and that you having a great week. Now that November is here, Christmas is getting closer. Even though I am preparing for my next book launch I still try my best to fit some time for my own creativity. I am excited to share with you this year's Christmas Project.

Most of you know about Miss Holly and her Victorian styled Christmas Shop and you also know about her short stories. Last year's story was about her niece Noelle and St. Nick. 

Holly's Christmas Shoppe is also where Miss Holly and Noelle live, but as the space is limited unfortunately they share the same bedroom. However this is about to change.

On the upper floor of Holly's Christmas Shoppe where the attic lies, on the front panel there is a small area but when it comes to the house itself there is no access to the room.

I found it very odd that the panel was closed and it seemed such a pity to have so much space wasted. 

So I decided to open the panel to create a bedroom for Noelle. As I am forbidden to use certain cutting power tools, Gilbert had to do the job to cut the rectangle neatly to have access to the attic.

It was perfect! Thank goodness that I had the same wallpaper pattern that was used for the front panel. I cut another wall to split the attic area and have more of a smaller cosy room and painted the roof  and wall.

A short wall was added to make the floor edges neater and I fixed everything to the roof.

I created a small false door that will be added to the side walls as an entrance to the room. 

I have to say I am very happy how it looks already and I can't wait to decorate it. 

I have already added a few nursery toys to the front. 

I think Noelle will love it once her bedroom is ready. Hopefully by Christmas it will be done and ready.

Make sure to keep tuned for the next updates on this project and for the latest news. 

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

No 44 - Mornington House

 Hello Everyone,

How are you? I hope you are all well. It's been a hectic couple of weeks. Wondering if I am being creative? I can assure you that being an artist, my creativity is overflowing and that goes without saying. I have been creating many new miniatures for the upcoming Kensington DollsHouse Festival - Christmas Show in London where I will also launch my new book. There is a lot of work there, and I can't wait to share it with you. 

These occasions are very important to me and promoting my book at this early stage after it  has just been released comes without a second thought. Writing the book and creating the dollhouse in the process took me 18 months to complete so I am very proud of my hard work and that I succeeded in creating this project to inspire and help others. Remaining real and positive (especially when you have a lot to show for) without letting anyone try to bully or put you down comes with the deal. One can only look forward, dust off what is negative and continue moving upwards with a smile. At the end you will always reach your goal.

For obvious reasons, I couldn't share the progress of No 44 - Mornington House here on my blog like what I do normally, as this dollhouse was built specifically for the book. However, I think now it's about time that you get to see it. 

No 44, Mornington House, is a Victorian-styled Town House. It has six rooms which include the Parlour, The Hallway, the Breakfast room, the Kitchen, the Bedroom and Bath room. 

The dollshouse was designed and built by me and the book is a step-by-step guide of the process of this house.

 Here are some photos of the completed rooms of No 44, Mornington House.

The Parlour

I am sure that by now you have seen the parlour several times especially on the cover of the book. 

The Hall

The Breakfast Room

The Kitchen

The Bedroom

The Bathroom

It was not easy keeping this project away from you. Now I am looking forward to continuing where I left off on my Christmas Project. Make sure to keep tuned for the next update and latest news.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

TVM NEWS - The Art of the Small World: 30 Dollhouses from Different Eras.

 Hello Everyone,

Almost a week ago My Miniature World made it on the local Main News. TVM News have made an amazing feature right after the launch of my Book 'Designing and Decorating a Period Doll's House' in Arnhem.

Claire Preca Taroum came a few weeks before to the museum for an interview and there I explained to her what dolls houses mean to me, what inspires me to create them and the work that goes behind. them.

The article The Art of the Small World : 30 Dollhouses from Different Eras is basically the translation in English of the feature that was broadcasted during the news.

If by any chance the link to the article is broken you have read it here.

From here I want to thank Claire for the interview and Ray for the amazing shots and captured video.

This is all for today. Make sure to keep tuned for the next updates and latest new.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

GuideMeMalta.com - Miniature mastery! Maltese artist Rebecca Micallef launches period dolls’ houses book in the Netherlands.

 Hello Everyone,

I hope you are having a great day. Here I am again today with another great article by GuideMeMalta.com. which was posted on their webpage and social media.

The article Miniature Mastery Maltese Artist Rebecca Micallef Launches Period Dolls Houses Book in the Netherlands is about the experience during the first launch of the book Designing and Decorating a Period Dolls' House at the DHN Show in Arnhem and it also explains a bit more about the book.

You can also find the article Here just in case the link is broken. I want to thank Francesca Vella from GuideMeMalta.com for writing such a marvelous piece.

This is all for today. Make sure to keep tuned for the next updates and news.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

Malta Daily - Maltese Miniature Artist Rebecca Micallef Launches Book in Netherlands

 Hello Everyone,

How are you? I hope you had a great weekend. For a change, after being so busy preparing for the DHN Show, I took it easy during the weekend working on a few miniatures of my own. As from this week I will start preparing for the book launch which will be held in Kensington Dolls House Christmas Show in London. I am looking forward to it. 

After coming back from Holland I had a few interviews and articles about the first launch of the book and My Miniature World Collection. Malta Daily was prompt to share the news of the launch with an article called Maltese Miniature Artist Rebecca Micallef Launches Book in Netherlands.

The feature was shared all over social media. I am also sharing a link of the article just in case  the link is broken. Malta Daily - Article

The video clip that was also shared and social media by Malta Daily was viewed over 12K in two days. 

From here I want to thank you all for your constant support and encouragement. 

This is all for today. Keep tuned for the latest updates and latest news.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

 

First Book Launch at The Dolls House Nederland Show

 Hello Everyone, 

How are you? I hope you are all well and having a great week. It has been a week today since my entourage and I travelled to The Netherlands.  I am still recovering from the first launch of my new book, 'Designing and Decorating a Period Dolls' House' at the Dolls House Nederland Show in Arnhem.

What can I say, It was an amazing experience that I will never forget.  Apart from the launch, it was the first time that I actually took part as a participant with my own stand.  I was also happy that my girls travelled with me for the occasion.  We arrived on Friday where we took it easy, and enjoyed the City of Arnhem. In the evening the excitement started to rise especially when we came to set our stand. 

I had made a replica of the sitting room of  No 44 Mornington House which is also featured on the cover of the book. 

The books were all displayed nicely on the table and I also had a few of my own miniatures available for the show.

My girls had matching tops with the logo of My Miniature World. 

My first signed copy of the book was given to the amazing Dutch artist Mr. H. J. Goergen. It was an overwhelming moment and I was so honoured that he wanted a copy of my book. 

Both the dates were packed and it was lovely to make new acquaintances and friends. 

It want to thank Rika and Marcus the organisers of the Dolls House Nederland Show that gave me the opportunity to take part in the show. 

I got to meet some friends, Karen from the UK during this year we got to meet three times in three different countries.

The girls have been fantastic. Very supportive and helped me through it all. 

Sunday was another great day. A dear friend Annigje and ex-President of the Douzelage European Town Twining came all the way from Merssen to visit. 

I got to meet and make friends with Irish artist Thomas Murray who also got a signed copy of my book.

The girls made a short video of our adventure and captured some special moments. 

I also managed to get some goodies for myself during the show. 

Doll made by Spanish artist Victoria Heredia Guerbos

Several 3d print kits from Art of Mini

Trunk kit from Mini Vinage

Bohemian little table kit from Melissa's LaserVille 

The small jewellery cabinet from Heidi Ott Miniatures

Hand-made desk from Dutch artist H. J. Goergen 

It was an amazing experience for both the girls and me. A memory that will be never forgotten. Now I am preparing more miniatures for to the launch that will be held in Kensington Dolls House Christmas Show in London. I am looking forward to it. 

I hope you like my new miniatures and enjoyed my new landmark. Make sure to keep tuned for the next update and latest news. 

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx