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The Borrowers Roombox- Miniatures Based on The Book Series
I love books. I have decided to commit to making a series of miniatures based on some of my favorite books. Eternal Bookstore was a combo of a fantasy mash up of Harry Potter and Pride and Prejudice. Magic Pharmacist was a little more skewed towards HP. And now I have done a complete deviation from book nooks to a roombox based on the book The Borrowers, by Mary Norton. This was so much fun to make. Please let me know if you are interested in this series and if you have read the books or watched the films based on the #borrowers
I have a pinterest board where I try to link all the supplies I use in my videos:
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#miniatures #diy #crafts
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Channel Update - Borrowers Roombox Preview - Mudlark Advent Calendar
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We finally landed in NY! Brief Channel Update, a preview of my completed Borrowers Roombox (Kitchen and Drawing Room- a full film of that is coming soon) and then my most favorite Christmas Present Ever: A Mudlark Advent Calendar sent to me from the UK from a very generous and sweet person. I cannot tell you what it is like to hold in my hands things that I have watched so many mudlarks find ar...
Dolls + Miniatures Antique Store Walkthrough
zhlédnutí 238Před 9 měsíci
Join me as I quietly highlight some of the dolls and miniatures at my local antique store, as well as some items that I might use to make miniatures. #thrifting #miniatures #dolls Channels mentioned @theminiatureworldofkitcabo1633 and @NorthernMudlarks
Sliding Library Ladder For Eternal Bookstore BookNook/Roombox plus Bonus Sliding Barn Door
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Welcome to my final Eternal Bookstore Book Nook Customization Video. In today's video I share how I made the sliding library ladder which helps to rectify the upstairs and downstairs bookshelves when I turned my Eternal Bookstore Book Nook into a room box. I will show you different options for hardware, as well as how you can use the same hardware to create a sliding barn door for this or anoth...
Temu Miniatures Haul - Historical-ish + Channel Update
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Hey everyone, here is a Temu Dollhouse Miniatures Haul where I try to only buy things that would work in a late Georgian aka Jane Austen era doll house. There is also a channel update at the end of the video. I have a pinterest board where I try to link all the supplies I use in my videos: www.pinterest.com/tarafinlay/art-and-craft-products-i-recommend/ You can help me by following my Instagram...
Eternal Bookstore Book Nook Kit - How I Made it a Dark Academia-Style Library/Greenhouse Roombox
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Recently I discovered Dark Academia and while this is maybe Dark Academia "Light" - I just love the secret library/greenhouse aesthetic happening as I convert this popular book nook kit I purchased on Amazon into a convertible room box. I talk through the videos of the process here, as well as making my own hinges to allow the new wall of windows I added to fold back onto the exterior of Wall "...
Eternal Bookstore BookNook to RoomBox tour no talking
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In today's video I have set up the Eternal Bookstore Book Nook on a bookshelf as a book nook AND as a roombox. Then I show how I fold it back together to be a book nook again. There is no talking in today's video. There IS music but you can always mute it. The tutorial for the roombox conversion will be coming soon. I am still editing it. I have a pinterest board where I try to link all the sup...
Eternal Bookstore Customization: Miniature Crystal Decanters, Jars, Bottles, etc.
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Eternal Bookstore Customization: Miniature Crystal Decanters, Jars, Bottles, etc.
Eternal Bookstore Book Nook Building and Customization - Wall "I"
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Eternal Bookstore Book Nook Building and Customization - Wall "I"
Miniature Butterfly Collection and Magnifying Glass for Book Nook, Room Box, or Doll's House
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Miniature Butterfly Collection and Magnifying Glass for Book Nook, Room Box, or Doll's House
Miniature Plants Tutorial
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Miniature Plants Tutorial
Eternal Bookstore Book Nook Construction and Customization: Part 3
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Eternal Bookstore Book Nook Construction and Customization: Part 3
Eternal Bookstore Customization Part 2 - Custom Wallpapers, Window, Paintings and Moldings
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Eternal Bookstore Customization Part 2 - Custom Wallpapers, Window, Paintings and Moldings
Eternal Bookstore Kit- Building and Customizing
zhlédnutí 11KPřed rokem
Eternal Bookstore Kit- Building and Customizing
Dollhouse Miniatures Haul: Part 3- Misc Minis + Fabric and Trims
zhlédnutí 340Před rokem
Dollhouse Miniatures Haul: Part 3- Misc Minis Fabric and Trims
Make a Tiny 3/4 Inch Doll's Doll - Mini English Wooden Doll Reproduction
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Make a Tiny 3/4 Inch Doll's Doll - Mini English Wooden Doll Reproduction
Dollhouse Miniatures Haul 2 + A Look into My Georgian Roombox
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Dollhouse Miniatures Haul 2 A Look into My Georgian Roombox
Dollhouse Miniatures Haul Suitable for Jane Austen-era Roombox + Channel Update
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Dollhouse Miniatures Haul Suitable for Jane Austen-era Roombox Channel Update
Vlogmas: Speed Clean & Georgian Room Box - Walls, Floors, Windows, Fireplace in 1:12 Scale Miniature
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Vlogmas: Speed Clean & Georgian Room Box - Walls, Floors, Windows, Fireplace in 1:12 Scale Miniature
Vlogmas - Big News in My Life
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Vlogmas - Big News in My Life
Sewing An Antique China Doll's Leg - Craft, not Conservation
zhlédnutí 280Před rokem
Sewing An Antique China Doll's Leg - Craft, not Conservation
Paper Clay Ghost Doll Family
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Paper Clay Ghost Doll Family
Ode to A Lake House
zhlédnutí 148Před rokem
Ode to A Lake House
Home Art Studio Tour
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Home Art Studio Tour
Quick Framed Mosaic Glass/Marble Suncatcher with Resin Talk-through
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Quick Framed Mosaic Glass/Marble Suncatcher with Resin Talk-through
Mystery Box of Vintage Doll Parts - Did I Get Bamboozled?
zhlédnutí 190Před rokem
Mystery Box of Vintage Doll Parts - Did I Get Bamboozled?
Fabric Haul and Victorian Gown For Doll - Sewing as Meditation, Not Perfection
zhlédnutí 214Před rokem
Fabric Haul and Victorian Gown For Doll - Sewing as Meditation, Not Perfection
Updating a Modern Reproduction Doll with a Broken Antique Head Repaired with Epoxy Clay
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Updating a Modern Reproduction Doll with a Broken Antique Head Repaired with Epoxy Clay
Part 2: Carving a Wooden Doll Leg
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Part 2: Carving a Wooden Doll Leg
Carving a Doll Leg from Popscicle Sticks: A Craft in Two Episodes
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Carving a Doll Leg from Popscicle Sticks: A Craft in Two Episodes

Komentáře

  • @caravanlurker
    @caravanlurker Před 22 dny

    These are so magical I’m actually gonna lose it ❤❤❤

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 22 dny

      @@caravanlurker they are so fun!!!! I wish I lived in one.

  • @ggongster
    @ggongster Před měsícem

    This is so much fun!

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před měsícem

      Thanks Gail! We should catch up soon. I have lots of news and think of you often.

  • @erilvs
    @erilvs Před 2 měsíci

    This is so pretty omg, I'm in love 😻

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks! I just unpacked this and my other book nook into my new art studio. I was happy to see them again.

  • @jessiescreations8365
    @jessiescreations8365 Před 2 měsíci

    We love all things crafty you won’t loose us

  • @sonjar1935
    @sonjar1935 Před 2 měsíci

    Wonderful!

  • @emmadorsey4293
    @emmadorsey4293 Před 3 měsíci

    Where do you buy your kits

  • @Schatzie301
    @Schatzie301 Před 4 měsíci

    You have great tips and I love your customization. Thanks for sharing.

  • @RobinCooper-pn9ev
    @RobinCooper-pn9ev Před 5 měsíci

    Just found your channel thanks to a recommendation by Debs of Dollshouse dilemmas.Love to find and see something new in our hobby of miniatures.Will be catching up on your other videos.Best wishes from Yorkshire Dales England.

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 5 měsíci

      She is so amazing. So glad you came by. I am an Anglophile and love a Yorkshire accent! 🥰😍

  • @serenata1736
    @serenata1736 Před 5 měsíci

    Just come to your channel from Debs of Dollshousedilemmas. Always fun to discover other fellow dolls house and miniature channels. You look like you have lovely views from your house. I’ll have to watch some more of your channel. Love The Borrowers house you are making. It looks great 😊

  • @artgoyle
    @artgoyle Před 5 měsíci

    Ooh, I should have painted all the blank wood too, of well they're not that visible (it's another kit)

  • @artgoyle
    @artgoyle Před 5 měsíci

    Just in time (8:07), I almost threw out my scrap molding wood pieces (how did you call them?), now I keep them for my next project, or I can recreate furniture in paper!

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 5 měsíci

      I called them kit scrap, I believe. Glad you found it helpful!

  • @lynnhood3928
    @lynnhood3928 Před 5 měsíci

    "promosm" 🎊

  • @susanamann1806
    @susanamann1806 Před 5 měsíci

    Good luck

  • @susanamann1806
    @susanamann1806 Před 5 měsíci

    Hope things go well for you

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks! We're almost done renovating. I cannot wait to be moved in!

  • @dollshousedilemmas6787
    @dollshousedilemmas6787 Před 5 měsíci

    I subscribed, I love this video I’m sure this addictive hobby will soon take over your new house 😁🤣🤣♥️🧡❤️ great story telling .💕

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 5 měsíci

      Oh wow this made my day!!!!!!! Thanks! I did it before back in the early 2000s, then diverged into 1000 other artistic/crafty hobbies and now I am back with the minis again. I like storytelling too and I am so pleased you think so.

  • @brettster3331
    @brettster3331 Před 5 měsíci

    Hi Tara, you are so talented and creative, I am so enjoying your videos and your creative thoughts go along with mine. I love Stain markers and have a good collection.I do not trust myself to cut out the window and have it look good but I will replace the image. Thang you so much for sharing your creative knowlege.

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 5 měsíci

      Changing the image does wonders, especially if you are going to keep the book nook a book nook rather than converting to a roombox. I am glad you are enjoying the videos! Thanks for the kind words.

  • @RJE95
    @RJE95 Před 5 měsíci

    I've just started my own borrower's miniature project so this was perfect timing. Thank you for the great inspiration!

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 5 měsíci

      Ooo hiw exciting! I would love to see it you post it anywhere!

  • @thedollcupboard
    @thedollcupboard Před 5 měsíci

    Love love love this! A truly beautiful work of love. I don't remember reading the books but I know my daughter did. We watched one of the films. The fireplace is fantastic- so cozy and lovely 😍✨

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks Dot! That means a lot! 🥰

  • @jenpink4298
    @jenpink4298 Před 6 měsíci

    I love this! This has always been one of my favorite books! I read the whole series, but this one has always been my favorite. Ever since I was little I collected tiny little bits and pieces of things so that I can make new things out of them.😂 I hope everything goes well with your house! I’m sure it’s frustrating to feel like you’re kind of in limbo, but it would definitely be worth it when you get to spend time in your beautiful new studio!

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      I still collect bits so I can make new things out of them lol! Yesterday we filled all the holes in the walls and today I think we are caulking then it's just painting and flooring and we can get in! The finish line is in sight and I am wicked excited! 🤩

  • @123fairydust4me
    @123fairydust4me Před 6 měsíci

    I still love the books. And I love dollhouses. Your borrower home is lovely! 😊😊😊

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you! I had a fun time doing it. I also still love the books and read them every few years.

  • @georginagallagher2807
    @georginagallagher2807 Před 6 měsíci

    Just found uou , I love this project. Very talented lady

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you so much! How did you find it?

  • @wendywalker3598
    @wendywalker3598 Před 6 měsíci

    You’ve been missed Tina, glad to see such a wonderful new video. Good luck with the renovation ❤

  • @Marly51
    @Marly51 Před 6 měsíci

    You are a true 'Borrower' Tara! This is a faithful creation in the spirit of the original books. I loved the books and still have my old Penguin paperback from the 1950s! My favourite drama version is the BBC production with Ian Holm as Pod. ❤️

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you. I wanted to be as true to the books as I could. I have to rewatch the earlier dramas to see which I like best.

  • @shkapoo
    @shkapoo Před 6 měsíci

    Lots of great creative ideas there Tara! It would be fun working out how to make this project. I’ve seen a couple of different versions of the movie but not read any of the books so far. Thanks for the video. Pam 👏🏼😊

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      Now that I have access to new antique stores, I am finding things that would have worked even better. I suspect when we get settled, I may replace some items like the letter block with stuff from this store I love.

  • @HM-debtfree
    @HM-debtfree Před 6 měsíci

    I am interested in learning more on the food

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      I am going to do a series on the food once I get settled in my new home. It took longer than expected to actually move and now the house we bought has some unexpected issues we have to rectify.

  • @HM-debtfree
    @HM-debtfree Před 6 měsíci

    I wonder on that table that you showed first, if you could use a metal bottle cap painted to look like wood as a top to get that raised edge

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      You could, but it would be smaller, and you may need to do something to the inside of the cap to even it out.

  • @lanawilson6263
    @lanawilson6263 Před 6 měsíci

    Just brilliant. Can’t believe all the detail. I’m about to use your tutorial to open up the Magic House book nook from this company

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      Oh wow! I hope I can see it when you finish!!! 😍

  • @francinemiranda8409
    @francinemiranda8409 Před 6 měsíci

    This little gal has penache! 😊

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      I just unpacked her after our move and she is enjoying the view from the window and planning her 2024 🎉💪❤️

  • @francinemiranda8409
    @francinemiranda8409 Před 6 měsíci

    Very cute, but I'm on the opposite side of the country from Trader Joe's! I did manage to turn out some decent snake plants by coloring yellow and green paper twist ties. 😊

  • @francinemiranda8409
    @francinemiranda8409 Před 6 měsíci

    Very, very nice! 💞

  • @thedollcupboard
    @thedollcupboard Před 7 měsíci

    Merry Christmas Tara🎄🥰 The items in your advent calendar are amazing! I love the doll head and terra cotta piece as well as all the glass pots and bottles. I can’t wait to hear more about your gorgeous Borrower’s room box. It looks amazing! ❤😊

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      Merry Christmas Dot! You inspired me to make their Christmas tree and wreaths. I hope to film the Borrowers roombox soon. Happy New Year!

  • @shkapoo
    @shkapoo Před 7 měsíci

    I really enjoyed seeing all your lovelies Tara. So many precious pieces! Love your sweet kitty and can’t believe how calm he was during the car ride…something you’d never see my two babies do! Pam x

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      Pam, I thought the same about Fuzz before this happened. Perhaps his age helped mellow him out this time. I don't know. But I am glad! Have a great New Year!!!

    • @shkapoo
      @shkapoo Před 7 měsíci

      @@TaraFinlay You also Tara. Hope it’s a smoother ride for you than 2023. 😊

  • @seashoremudlark3916
    @seashoremudlark3916 Před 7 měsíci

    Merry Christmas

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      Merry Christmas! I tried mudlarking around here today…. film to come soon.

    • @seashoremudlark3916
      @seashoremudlark3916 Před 7 měsíci

      Nice happy hunting

  • @jenpink4298
    @jenpink4298 Před 7 měsíci

    I’m so glad that you made it through the move safe and sound. That Covid delay must have been really frustrating! I look forward to seeing your new room box and your new home. Wishing you a very happy holiday season!

  • @edielynch7819
    @edielynch7819 Před 7 měsíci

    I converted my Magic World booknook to Harry Potter theme. Sorting hat, glasses, flying books, monster book etc. You're doing great!

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks! I would love to see it.

  • @beccabbea2511
    @beccabbea2511 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you for this video, it's great. I have only just found it today after going on a bead hunt in our local charity shops so that I can customise my book nook and for other crafts. I do have quite a good selection of beads and bits and bobs so have plenty to start with. I want to make some lamps and have found that the those battery operated fairy lights with the fine wires and lights size of a small grain of rice fit nicely inside some of the crystal beads. Some chain from an old necklace to thread the wire through (it will need to be cut then it will enable me to hang it from the ceiling), reattach wires and hopefully fingers crossed I will have a` hanging lamp, that lights up. My friendly electrician says I should have no problem providing I get the right wire attached to each other. Now I want candles in candle sticks, flowers in pots, a world globe, glass in the book cases, a crotched cushion and rug, a cat to snooze in front of the fire and..... 😅😂🤣 The problem is once one thing is changed the more I want to change other bits to make them more three dimensional. If you are looking for a way to turn the lights on and off easily some of those fairy lights come with a timer and or a remote control.

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      Awesome! I have a video where I make plants using beads or caps as planters. You can use trash plastic for your glass doors. I think your lighting will work out well. I would love to see it when you are finished.

  • @leannericher
    @leannericher Před 7 měsíci

    This is so cute!! Merry Yule

  • @Craftwalker-kx6tj
    @Craftwalker-kx6tj Před 7 měsíci

    too much vocal fry.

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      Alas, a lifetime of esophagus disease will do that to a voice that used to sing solos in the choir. 😞 Sorry.

  • @weltburgeratir9787
    @weltburgeratir9787 Před 7 měsíci

    You are not right about the doilies ! I create them as fine with Japaneese silk sewing thread and a 0,35 Millimeter hook , the smallest you can get !

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      I am not right? Can you be more specific?

    • @weltburgeratir9787
      @weltburgeratir9787 Před 6 měsíci

      Sorry, I am German and my English is not good . I wanted to say that it is possible to krochet that small !

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 6 měsíci

      @@weltburgeratir9787 I misread "doilies" as "dollies" 😅

  • @itsmeamanda01
    @itsmeamanda01 Před 7 měsíci

    would you consider sharing your sheet of book covers and map and pictures?? I would LOVE the opportunity to swap some out but have no idea how to do it.

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      I would but I am in bed sick with covid while every single thing I own (except my bed) is on a u-haul truck in my driveway waiting for me to get well enough to make a 10 hour drive in said truck with an equally sick husband and an elderly, travel-averse cat....

    • @itsmeamanda01
      @itsmeamanda01 Před 7 měsíci

      @@TaraFinlay oh no! im lucky I havnt had covid yet.. Hope you feel better soon. Take care of yourself before that drive

  • @itsmeamanda01
    @itsmeamanda01 Před 7 měsíci

    love how you changed the paintings. how would I do that without photoshop, im a bit technically challenged hahaha

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      One way is to screenshot the paintings you want to use, crop them on your phone, and then upload them to Google drive, put them into a document and print from your computer.

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 7 měsíci

      You can do all this on the computer too without photoshop using the snipping tool on a PC and then putting them into a word doc or Google doc.

  • @Anatidaephobe
    @Anatidaephobe Před 8 měsíci

    I’m so glad I found your channel!! I just bought this kit and was already planning on modifying the led lighting and customizing it further as a surprise gift. I think your videos will help improve my project immensely! Thanks so much for the guides and creative ideas!

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 8 měsíci

      Aw, yay! I was hoping it would help. Best of luck and don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions.

  • @juliahelland6488
    @juliahelland6488 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks for sharing a slower build. I'm really enjoying this tutorial!💯❣️

  • @craftthatbykat
    @craftthatbykat Před 8 měsíci

    Hope your move went well. I love all things crafty. I subscribed today.

    • @TaraFinlay
      @TaraFinlay Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you! We STILL haven't moved. Hopefully before christmas 🎄

  • @rongrant9420
    @rongrant9420 Před 8 měsíci

    I would have appreciated your narration WITHOUT the music. I have trouble hearing you precisely. I know documentary makers do it too ;-)

  • @user-221Bbakerstreet
    @user-221Bbakerstreet Před 8 měsíci

    😊