The Pumpkin Cottage at The Victorian Miniature Parlour

 Hello everyone,

I hope you are all well. After sharing yesterday’s post about The Tiny Folly, today I am excited to introduce you to the final piece that has been added to The Victorian Miniature Parlour.

This special little house is called The Pumpkin Cottage, and it holds a very dear place in my heart. It is built in a charming Tudor style, with its rustic beams, textured walls, and quaint roofline. But what makes it even more enchanting is the little touch of magic in its design. The moment you see it, you feel as though it has stepped straight out of a fairy-tale. The kind of place where one might imagine meeting a wise old storyteller, or perhaps where Posy the Tiny Teddy Bear could pop in for an adventure!

Another detail that makes The Pumpkin Cottage so unique is the addition of an interior staircase;  something quite rare in 1:144 scale houses. This feature adds both realism and charm, making it feel like a true lived-in home despite its small size.

The cottage opens from the back, revealing its interior, and I have carefully decorated it with tiny furniture, accessories, and decorative touches. From little chairs to miniature tables, each piece has been chosen to create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Though the rooms are small, they have their own character, and the staircase gives the illusion of a home full of stories and secrets.

I am so pleased with how this project has turned out, and I feel it makes a fitting final addition to The Victorian Miniature Parlour. To display it properly, I am considering placing it on a lazy Susan so that visitors can admire it from every angle; both the intricate Tudor exterior and the magical interior details.

Here are a few pictures and a short video of how it looks. I hope you enjoy seeing it as much as I enjoyed creating it.

This weekend, I will be away in Arnhem for the Dolls House Nederland Show, and I am truly looking forward to it. With 53 international exhibitors, it promises to be a wonderful weekend full of inspiration, creativity, and friendships. I cannot wait to share my miniatures and meet so many of you who are just as passionate about this hobby as I am.

That’s all for today, my friends. Stay tuned for more updates from Arnhem and beyond, and thank you, as always, for joining me on this miniature journey.

Take care and see you soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

The Tiny Folly at The Victorian Miniature Parlour.

Hello everyone,

I hope you are all well. I must start by apologising for not posting earlier. It has been quite a hectic few weeks! With the kids back at school and all the final preparations for the upcoming Dolls House Nederland Show in Arnhem next weekend, things have been really busy here at My Miniature World.

Nevertheless, I always try to find a little time to work on my ongoing project, The Victorian Miniature Parlour. It is almost complete but by now you know me, I can never resist adding just one more detail or miniature! Although this project is quite small, it has taken me much longer than expected, especially with all the delicate 1:144 scale miniatures that I wanted to include. Every tiny piece requires patience, but in the end, it’s these details that bring the scene to life.

One of my favourite recent additions is The Folly by Petite Properties, which I’ve affectionately named The Tiny Folly. I fell in love with its unusual shape and the matching little table. The kit also came with a staircase and even a sweet little under-stairs cupboard. Though the rooms are small, they were still large enough to decorate with floor paper, picture frames, carpets, and a few carefully chosen furniture pieces.

The lower room feels quite grand with a piano taking centre stage, creating the impression of a miniature music salon. The upper room is much cosier, with an armchair and a tiny desk! the perfect corner for reading or writing in peace.

Here are a few pictures and a short video of how it looks now in The Dollshouse Shop. I’m sure Julia is enjoying it as much as I do!

That’s all for today. I hope you liked this little peek into The Tiny Folly. Stay tuned for more updates and latest news  as I get closer to the Arnhem show, and of course for the finishing touches to The Victorian Miniature Parlour. Exciting times are just around the corner!

Take care and see you soon,

Rebecca xxx

Caroline’s Home – A Vintage Treasure in My Collection

 Hello Everyone,

How are you? I hope that your week is  good. As my glorious Summer is coming to an end, I am extremely busy preparing for the kids to go back to school, while preparing for the Dolls House Nederland Show in Arnhem. But it's not all doom and gloom. 

Every now and then, a very special dolls’ house finds its way into my collection; even when I’m not looking for one! Recently, I was lucky enough to acquire a Caroline’s Home dolls’ house from a lovely Maltese couple, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. 

Caroline’s Home was first introduced in 1975 by the British company A. Barton & Co. Known for their dolls’ house furniture, Barton created this charming line in 1:16 scale, which made it slightly smaller than the standard 1:12 collectors’ houses. Later, in the 1985, the Swedish company Lundby continued the production under their name, introducing even more accessories and the famous low-voltage lighting system.

What set Caroline’s Home apart at the time were its thoughtful details: working shutters, printed wallpapers, opening windows, and the possibility of adding electric lighting. These touches made it stand out as both a toy and a collector’s piece.

Older dolls’ houses carry with them a character and history that newer models simply cannot replicate. Their little marks, faded wallpapers, and quirky imperfections are part of their story. For me, renovation is not the game; preservation is. To over-restore would be to erase the very history that makes them so special. 

This particular house hardly needs any work at all. It just needs a touch of care on the windows and then it will be left as it is, a slice of the past perfectly preserved.

To make this house feel alive again, I’ve added some beautiful vintage furniture pieces that suit its period and scale. The 1:16 size has its own charm, and it’s been such a joy to dress the rooms with items that complement its history. Each little chair, table, or lamp adds to the atmosphere, making Caroline’s Home feel warm and inviting once more. I still need to add more furniture and definitely I need to fix the lighting system.

One of the most talked-about features of Caroline’s Home is its nursery wallpaper. Collectors will often smile when they remember the bold prints . In some houses, the nursery was decorated with oversized motifs of animals such as giant chickens and horses!  These quirky designs gave the dolls’ house an unforgettable personality and made it stand out from other models of the time.

Other charming details include:

• Back wall windows, unusual for many dollhouses.

• A distinctive copper strip lighting system (in the Lundby era) which allowed tiny plug-in lamps.

• A scale of 1:16, which meant specially made furniture which is smaller than standard 1:12, but full of character.

Caroline’s Home is more than just a dolls’ house ,  it’s a piece of toy history. From its origins in the Barton workshop in the UK to the hands of collectors like me today, it carries with it decades of stories, play, and memories.

Sometimes, the best treasures are the ones you don’t go looking for… they simply find you. 

I will be sharing more on Caroline's Home once I furnish it and add more details to it. This is all for today, Make sure to keep tuned for the next updates on the ongoing projects and the latest news.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

7 Years of My Miniature World and Exciting News Ahead

 Hello everyone,

I hope that you are all well and that you are enjoying your weekend. I am so sorry that it has been a while since my last post.

Even though I am still working on my ongoing project The Victorian Miniature Parlour, at the moment I am focusing more on my upcoming event; the Dolls House Nederland Show at the Papendal Hotel, which will be held between the 4th and 5th of October 2025.

It is always such an exciting event as it brings together 53 international participants, all passionate about dolls’ houses, miniatures, and creativity. I am thrilled to be taking part once again and sharing my own work with so many talented artisans and collectors. For me, it is always a wonderful opportunity to showcase what I’ve been working on and to meet so many of you in person who share the same love for this hobby.

This year’s event feels extra meaningful, as it will also mark the first anniversary of my book Designing and Decorating a Period Dolls House. I will be taking part once again with my miniatures, and this time I will be offering a selection of hand-painted miniatures together with my brand-new collection of miniature ceramics.

Below you will find some new miniatures that I have been working on that I'll be taking with me to the Dolls House Netherland Show. 

Today is also a very special day for me, as it marks the 7th Anniversary since the official opening of My Miniature World. Looking back, it fills me with pride and joy to see how far this little dream has come; from the very first dolls’ houses to a museum collection, projects, and even a published book. Most of all, I am grateful to all of you, my loyal followers and friends, who have shared this journey with me throughout the years. Your encouragement and support mean the world. 

I am also very proud to announce that Posy the Tiny Teddy Bear has made a sweet comeback with her charming stories and adventures. Over the past months, Posy has inspired me to create a new collection of miniature books;  Posy Bear’s Tales by Rebecca Micallef. The first three titles are:

• Posy and the Runaway Hat

• Posy’s Great Tea Party

• Posy’s Rainy Day Attic

These little books hold a very special place in my heart, and I can’t wait to share them with you. These will be available soon from My Miniature World's Official Website

Over the coming weeks, I will be sharing more sneak peeks of new miniatures accessories, updates on The Victorian Miniature Parlour, and of course more of Posy’s adorable adventures.

That’s all for today. make sure to keep tuned for the latest news and many more!

Take care and See you soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

Bay Tree Manor – A New Addition to the Workshop

 Hello Everyone,

I hope you’re all doing well. First, I must apologise for not posting sooner. The past weeks have been filled with work travels that kept me away from My Miniature World and working on miniatures. But I’m finally back at my workbench, and I’m very excited to share my latest project with you.

This time, it’s all about a charming new miniature house: Bay Tree Manor. I recently ordered two beautiful 1:144 scale kits from Petite Properties; the Bay Tree Manor and the Pumpkin Cottage. 

So far, I’ve completed Bay Tree Manor, and it now has pride of place in the workshop of The Victorian Miniature Parlour.

The build was an absolute joy, from painting its delicate details to adding its tiny charm. 

To make the scene even more special, I placed three adorable miniature dolls by Italian artist Claudia A. Taigete alongside it. They fit perfectly and bring the whole display to life.

I’m sharing photos and a video so you can see how Bay Tree Manor came together, along with a look at the completed workshop room.

At the same time, I’m busy preparing exciting new miniatures for the Dolls House Nederland Show in Arnhem, taking place on the 4th and 5th of October 2025. This show will be particularly special as it will mark the first anniversary of the launch of my book Designing and Decorating a Period Dolls House. I can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with fellow miniaturists and friends.

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

Take care, and see you soon!

Rebecca xxx

The Sewing Cabinet: A Stitch in Time for the Workshop

 Hello everyone!

How are you all? I hope you're doing well. I’m so excited to share the latest update on The Victorian Miniature Parlour! Things are really coming together, and the workshop is now nearly complete.

This week, I finished a lovely new piece of furniture: the sewing cabinet. I painted it in soft ivory and old rose pink to give it that delicate Victorian charm. It’s now fully stocked with miniature fabrics, lace trims, ribbons, and all sorts of tiny craft supplies, just what a mini seamstress would need! I also added a few miniature Victorian magazines for inspiration.

One of the highlights is a miniature swan-neck sewing machine, which came as a kit by Alison Davies. I carefully painted it to match the theme, and it sits perfectly on the cabinet, adding so much character to the scene.

As part of the workshop's decor, I also created a sweet 1:48 scale display featuring a little girl's bed, built using a kit from Melissa’s MiniWereld. To complete the scene, I included two tiny dolls made by the talented Claudia A. Taigete, they bring such charm and warmth to the space.

I’ve also made a short video showing how I decorated the sewing cabinet, along with some close-up photos of the finished piece!

To top it all off, I’m sharing a few photos of the complete sewing cabinet and the workshop so far, now filled with picture frames and other decorative details. There are still a few small touches to be added, but I’m incredibly happy with how it’s all coming together.

Thank you so much for following along. I truly hope you like how the project is progressing. Be sure to stay tuned for the next update, and don’t forget to pop over to www.myminiatureworld.co for more news, products, and to subscribe to the newsletter!

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx