Hillside House part #1

[@deenafrayo]

I’ve done this kind of look with stucco and stone using the method you used and I absolutely love the outcome. I really love the colors you’ve used for the stones and I’m looking forward to see what color you choose for the stucco. So happy to see this series start.

[@RichMiniatures]

@deenafrayo yes, isn't it so much fun using the foamboard! I'm really loving how it's transforming Deena 😊 I'm going to mix a few colours to get the stucco colour that the client has asked for, so I'll be able to do some subtle shading so it's not one solid color

[@CherylScott-xi2mn]

Wow. that is a lot of work. Can't wait to follow along.

[@RichMiniatures]

@CherylScott-xi2mn yes it's going to be a big job, but hopefully the end result will be worth the effort

[@rachaelkasper5445]

Delightful! You explain techniques and give helpful tips in such understandable ways. You're the Bob Ross of miniatures. "Happy Little Miniatures" LOL This is going to be so beautiful. I'm looking forward to seeing more!

[@RichMiniatures]

@@rachaelkasper5445 hehehe it's amazing how many folk have likened me to the brilliant Bob Ross (bless his wee soul) 😊

[@debrafoster4374]

This is such an exciting build! I am eagerly anticipating episode 2. Love and hugs to you all! 💜💙🤎💛

[@RichMiniatures]

@debrafoster4374 hello my lovely 👋 always nice to know you've been watching...and enjoying 😊❤️

[@marygatdula2744]

I love the look of brick exposed under failing stucco. It's definitely one of my favorites. I'm looking forward to watching the process. It looks great so far.

[@RichMiniatures]

@marygatdula2744 thank you Mary 🙏 I was pleased to get this commission because it gave me a chance to suggest the look of it. And so far I'm really enjoying the journey! 😊🙏

[@carolwhittlesea7683]

You have done beautiful work Richard

[@RichMiniatures]

@carolwhittlesea7683 thank you very much Carol 🙏

[@craftyhobbit7623]

It will look great once it is finished. I always like the different realistic effects you can get using different techniques. This one is going to be an interesting process.

[@RichMiniatures]

@craftyhobbit7623 well fingers crossed because it's a new technique for me, so I'm excited to see the results too!

[@RobynWright-f1g]

Hi Richard, This dollhouse sounds very intriguing to me. I love the stonework and I picked up a good tip which I wouldn’t have thought of when doing stucco work. Keep the brush strokes in scale. Can’t wait for the next video. Love to all. Cheers Robyn ❤😊

[@RichMiniatures]

@RobynWright-f1g Hi Robyn, I'm glad you're enjoying watching this next project 😊 I'm really enjoying the journey so far 😊💕

[@UlsterCountyNY]

Love the solutions you come up with your mini builds and always wonder how you get everything done with your commissions, shop, pottery, etc. The "stonework" looks amazing! I'll be waiting for the next installment!

[@RichMiniatures]

@UlsterCountyNY well I love setting goals to try new things, so it builds your "vocabulary knowhow". And the secret of getting so much accomplished is to work more or less seven days a week....oh, and to be partnered with a loving human being that just happens to have OCD, so that I hardly ever have to stop to do any cleaning in the house! 😂

[@juliederry3719]

Rich you explain how you do things that many of us can understand, l’m loving the look on the wall so far, this is going to be an exciting commission to watch, tfs x Julie

[@RichMiniatures]

@juliederry3719 thank you for saying that Julie 🙏 sometimes I get so passionate and just ramble on 😂 xx

[@karen4you]

Nigel was sweet watching the world through the window. The build is so lovely. The wall detail has me transfixed.

[@RichMiniatures]

@@karen4you Nigel is such a sweetie 😺 not a vicious bone in his body 😊

[@JohnBurke67]

At first we where quite quizzical about the foam board but man!! What a great job you’re doing and the detailing. Lesley said your brickwork 🧱 colour was the same as Nigel 🐱 beautiful colour. Your going above and beyond with this one Rich quiet excited to see each development 👍

[@RichMiniatures]

@JohnBurke67 well I end up making a lot more work for myself, because when designing a commission for a client, they just listen to your ideas and go from there. So I could easily have suggested brick and stone effect paper to stick on, but I wouldn't have been happy with the "quick fix" when I already started thinking up more detailed work 😊

[@connieminton8342]

Thanks for another inspirational video! I’m already thinking how I can add this technique to my house. Looking forward to watching more in this series. Great work Richard as always.

[@RichMiniatures]

@connieminton8342 yes it's great fun to do, and it gives the wood a completely original look

[@Mary-mv2kn]

Hey Richard I have been catching up with videos. As you already know baby arrived. Percy Joseph Miller October 8th 2024 7lbs 12oz 21 inches Mom and baby are doing very good. And this little bouncing bundle of joy has his Mimi wrapped around his finger already. Thanks for all of your well wishes. Ps Richard I love watching your thought process when you are working on a project. And I already know that this house will be just as amazing as anything else you have worked on. ❤❤❤

[@RichMiniatures]

@Mary-mv2kn yes it's excitement all around! I'm glad all is well. And I'm really enjoying the journey on this house. I love trying new ways to add things that I haven't done before. I enjoy giving myself new goals!

[@RedwoodsAndRain]

Hi Rich, I so appreciate you showing your problem solving as well as your tried and true techniques. So interesting and helpful! I’m currently working on a conservatory and I think I’ll try the plaster/stone look below the windows. Thank you! Sally in Northern California 😁

[@RichMiniatures]

@RedwoodsAndRain hi there, you're very welcome, as I love to pass on as many ideas as possible 🙏 I should be finished part two soon, so you'll be able to see the finished plasterwork 😊

[@maroulio2067]

Rich, I am so happy that this is the project, as I am planning to make a model of my grandparents home in an Aegean (Greece) village that is now much over 350 years old. So the walls are similar. But I also see the wonderful possibility of using the foam board for other houses I would like to work on. I am the type of miniature enthusiast that buys or makes all the furnishings, etc. before having the buildings. (I know...makes for boxes of items with no place to go.) Your renovation of the front is excellent!

[@RichMiniatures]

@maroulio2067 oh I know just what you mean about buying/making items for a house that hadn't been done yet! I have so many items now for the huge Georgie's Palace now, and the house is basically just a storage unit for it all until I make time to begin work on it!

[@maroulio2067]

@@RichMiniatures Oh thank you Rich! That will encourage my husband!

[@RichMiniatures]

@maroulio2067 hehehe well sometimes you have to buy the things you like, and then think about the house to put them in! 😀

[@monicaericsson473]

Very exciting and I have already learnt a lot of handy things. Looking forward to follow this project 😀

[@RichMiniatures]

@monicaericsson473 ot really fills me with joy when I hear someone tell me that they have found my video interesting to watch! Thank you Monica 🙏

[@lanaheasman1623]

Oh wow, Richard I’m so excited about this house! I was glued to my TV watching everything with so much interest. I’ve already learned a lot! Your crumbling stonework & stucco looks amazing & I can’t wait for another progress video. My new kit has arrived from the UK ( in 4 days!!!!😮) & I need all the help & advice I can get!!! Thank you for providing such interesting content for us! 💟 Nigel looks like your colour palette! 😹

[@RichMiniatures]

@lanaheasman1623 and I am all excited for YOU Lana! It's so exciting when a new dollhouse item arrives at your door. And so quickly delivered! Very impressive 😊🙏

[@jkbeattyable]

Love, love, love the finish! Thank you for sharing ❤

[@RichMiniatures]

@jkbeattyable oh thank you so much 🙏 I'm really enjoying the journey so that's half the fun! 😊

[@irismoles9369]

Loved watching this your very talented

[@RichMiniatures]

@irismoles9369 very kind Iris, thank you 🙏

[@stephaniet.1964]

I love the technique you used for the house! I want to try that. Great video Rich!❤

[@RichMiniatures]

@stephaniet.1964 it really us as easy as it looks! You should have a go 😊

[@jenpink4298]

I love the details of the walk! And I’m so glad that you were able to work out those issues with the structure. I would not have noticed those right away, but they definitely would have bothered me at some point😂

[@RichMiniatures]

@jenpink4298 yes I really enjoy working out how to solve problems when working on dollhouses 😊

[@wcs1mary]

I recently found you and I absolutely love everything you do! I have been binge watching all of them 😂 In case you are curious - I am in Maryland USA

[@RichMiniatures]

@wcs1mary that's so kind of you to let me know 😊 and welcome to our "miniature family" 🙏 I usually try to give as much knowledge as possible in my videos so it hopefully helps folk to broaden their knowledge also! And thank you so much for watching from Maryland! I'm not sure if I have any other "family" from that area 🙏😊

[@kathleenmartingale9718]

Great idea! I was wondering where you were going with the foam board cover. Looks fantastic!

[@RichMiniatures]

@@kathleenmartingale9718 I'm really enjoying the journey!

[@carmencreamer3769]

I’m curious about how well this sticks. I followed someone else’s advice and added Mod Podge and paint to my mixture. I applied mine to chipboard…so far, so good…but I left mine rough, no sanding and I added white paint, as I wanted a white surface.

[@RichMiniatures]

@carmencreamer3769 well at the moment it is working well, but when I've covered the whole building, my plan is to put another layer of modpodge on to seal the whole thing

[@em6577]

It's going to look amazing! Do you sell patience in your shop? I could watch you all day. Mwwwa❤

[@RichMiniatures]

@em6577 hehe now wouldn't that be a big seller! But if I could sell patience I'd send you bucket loads for free my lovely 😀 mmwwaaa ❤️