*DIY Gingerbread Dollhouse Renovation* | Part 2: Exterior Makeover

After giving the exterior of my secondhand dollhouse a makeover for the last couple of weeks, I’m so relieved I’ve got until Christmas to finish this renovation for my kids because I have become obsessed with all the tiny details! I’ve unclocked a passion for a miniature world filled with cork, bricks, shingles, paint and icing, and I’m so excited to share this entire process and experience with you. And while I haven’t decided if I will make a new facade, I couldn’t resist adding icing to the shingles. Kids of the 80s and 90s will know exactly what I used and it looks so delicious! You'll find links to all the tools, materials and paint I used below. I’d love to hear what you think ❤️

Stay tuned for Part 2 where I tackle the floors, walls and ceilings. If you’ve missed Part 1, feel free to watch that now so you can find out my plans for my Gingerbread Dollhouse Renovation. And if you’re feeling inspired, get yourself a dollhouse and let’s do this renovation together! Ok, let’s get making!

This Gingerbread Dollhouse Renovation Series is in collaboration with RYOBI Australia over on Instagram and TikTok, and I decided to share the process over here too. https://www.ryobi.com.au/

〰️Ryobi Power Tools I Used〰️
Ryobi Blower https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-one...
Ryobi Palm Sander: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-18v...
Ryobi Glue Gun https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-18v...
Ryobi Rotary Station https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-18v...

〰️Other Tools I Used〰️
Disinfectant wipes https://amzn.to/4fJtBbV
Scissors https://amzn.to/3M2qazs
Ruler https://amzn.to/4doiaVy
Pen
Clamps https://amzn.to/4fUu7Em
Craft Knife https://amzn.to/4fLyxNs
Palette knife https://amzn.to/3YINdqQ
Paint brush https://amzn.to/4fUufDQ

〰️Materials I Used〰️
Thin cork sheets: Choice Discount
Wood Glue https://amzn.to/3YIG7Cr
Painter’s tape https://amzn.to/46JIQhc
Multi-purpose joint compound (plaster) https://amzn.to/3WMULGs
Gingerbread Paint: 1 Part British Paints Exotic Terracotta with 2 parts British Paints Field Notes
Puff paint https://www.spotlightstores.com/art-c...

〰️How To〰️
0:00 - Intro
2:15 - Gathering tools and materials
2:28 - Cleaning and prepping the dollhouse
3:06 - Cutting and applying cork to the sides
4:32 - Making and applying miniature bricks on the chimney
5:32 - Making and applying miniature shingles on the roof
8:39 - Quick overview and next steps
10:25 - Prepping for painting
10:51 - Painting the dollhouse
12:55 - Icing the shingles
14:39 - Finished exterior
15:21 - Next steps

〰️About me〰️
My name is Jaharn and I'm always making and upcycling. I have a website called Smor Home where I share lots of sustainable upcycling, DIY and sewing tutorials.

Instagram: http://www.instragram.com/jaharnquinn
TikTik:   / jaharnquinn  
Website: http://www.smorhome.com
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com.au/jaharnqu...
YouTube:    / @jaharnquinn  

〰️What’s happening here on YouTube?〰️
For the next six months, I'll be documenting and sharing my Gingerbread Dollhouse Renovation! I plan to be as sustainable as possible by using as many secondhand and thrifted materials as possible. Stay tuned for the next episode, when I'll work on the floors, walls and ceilings and share the entire process here next month. And remember to subscribe to you never miss an episode! I'll be sharing lots of other fun and creative upcycling and DIY tutorials in between.

〰️Other bits n pieces〰️
Music is always from Motion Array
What's your name? Jaharn
Where do you live? Noosa, Australia
How did you learn to upcycle? I've been making and upcycling since high school - that's over 20 years ago! I have learned a lot of skills along the way, which I am excited to be sharing with you here.
Do you have other tutorials and projects? Yes, lots and lots! I share a new DIY and upcycling project almost every week here on YouTube, on Instagram and my website. You can find them all here https://www.smorhome.com and http://www.instragram.com/jaharnquinn
Please note: Some materials and tools include affiliate links. Every little bit helps so thank you for supporting me :)