Tree Dollhouse DIY Introduction & Supplies

[@LearnandPlayEveryday]

The fact that you share all of this actually making me cry. It fills my heart with appreciation for people like you. You are truly amazing and generous for doing this. Thank you for all that you do 😘

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

my goodness, what a beautiful thing to say. Thank you very much, I appreciate that more than I can tell you. You're welcome and many thanks to you!

[@noturcinderella]

"99% of you arent going to be building a tree into your wall." Oops. Guess Im that odd 1% lol coz thats exactly why Im here.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

lol We'll be odd together :)

[@Ktamsor2]

😂 me too!❤

[@vivianking8143]

HI Sharon, I have been watching your channel for a few yrs now, and 3 days ago began my first 'tree' from a juice carton. As I love everything Beatrix Potter, my tree is Peter Rabbits home with his mama and siblings. I have the tree completed to the stage of adding accessories outside and around the ground area. As the carton is small I have only put a thin layer of wall paper inside and made a door to be slightly open. I made mama rabbit, Peter and his siblings out of clay and will paint them when dried. I am 66 and for years have been working on making doll miniatures for my doll houses and cloth dolls which I enjoy, this new adventure is just as rewarding, and I look forward to making a larger tree soon. Thank you so much for the extensive effort you put forth in sharing all you do. So true that we each are different and will come up with ideas as we work on the trees, it is amazing how many ideas the brain can think of. ") yet your videos lend a great deal to that, your work is wonderful and inspiring. Blessings. In Joy

[@recoveringsoul755]

Oh I love Peter Rabbit, and her tree made me think of the rabbit family living under the root system. But what about the above ground parts of the tree? I might make a Winnie the Pooh theme, owl's house, the other rabbits house where pooh gets stuck in the window, Eeyore's home, so much fun just to think about. Seems you kind of need to be living in a place where you plan to never move from.

[@savvycrafter8518]

I have a 5 foot by 4 1/2 foot fairy garden in my bedroom with working outdoor size water fountain .. and 85 fairies hidden throughout.

[@russellewis3331]

You must be an angel or a goddess!!

[@savvycrafter8518]

Russel Lewis naaa just like a peaceful place in my bedroom, if you click on my icon you can see the video tour of it on my channel

[@Crazycats45]

The SAVVY CRAFTER where....

[@savvycrafter8518]

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[@michelleferrara]

Hello from Michigan! I am so happy I came across your videos! I really appreciate all of your hard work and advise! I am excited to begin my gnome home journey!

[@shelaclayton6032]

I just found your pages. I am so excited to follow you and to learn some of your techniques. Thank you for being so generous with your ideas.

[@LaughingInTiny]

I don't think gnomes are too concerned with straight lines... that's dwarves ;)

[@ladylee8364]

Hello from Kelowna BC cananda i purchased a book case from the thrift store and now ive decided to make it into a tree house and now that ive found your channel im having so much fun watching your videos and i feel confident enough to get going so Thank you so much for your wonderful videos

[@marialiglesias1699]

As I am watching and listening to your video.. I smile. I simply love you Sharon. I love the way you inspire and the way you put your ideas forward ..no "airs"..I cannot say perfectly what is in my heart as I listen to the way you explain your projects.God bless you always.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

wow, straight to my heart and there that will stay forever. That really means a lot. Thank you!!

[@kristensaylor6889]

Are these pet safe? Could I use this technique to make a really cool cat castle for my cats? One is a chewer so I have to be very careful

[@LockerNockers]

With a cat that "chews", I'd suggest using cat-safe materials such as Elmer's glue and using food coloring instead of paint.

[@dreamedbyarlene1]

Oh my gosh, Sharon!!! My husband thought I was having a coniption fit when I saw the alerts roll in! I was JUST asking him about wood for a new base for the new house I am starting! I finished the mouse house and gave it to my grandson this year, and so now I am free to start Jerome's Home! ( I have hopes that Jermone and Gnomey will one day be pen pals. :)

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

aww, you just made my whole day!! I'm so happy to read this, thank you!!

[@rodadams8422]

This is incredible thank you for sharing, I'm watching all your videos they are so relaxing thank you 🌻🌷👍

[@nydiaevelyngomezperez7156]

love your videos, just started to make a gnome home out of a coffee can similar to the one that you made in 2014. I would like to make a fireplace, do you have a tutorial on making one like the one you made for that one. I just love the way you build them up. Thank you so much for your inspiration.

[@wishcloudstudios]

The fairy lights would look great in the branches amongst the leaves if you end up going that direction.

[@maryvariola]

I want to thank u for all the tips. U have helped me with a lot. I've been trying to build fairy houses and trees.

[@dillpickledoe]

I love the references to preferred mediums and personal preferences. You make great points and your content is really approachable. Great stuff.

[@MrsShocoTaco]

I , too, am not a perfectionist. I came to the conclusion years ago that symmetry has to be the work of demons.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

lol YES!!

[@sabinamedina9506]

Love your creations you’re SO talented. I love fairies and everything related to their world.

[@oliviaaa111]

How does this material hold up outdoors? I am purchasing items for my stump gardens in the yard but am also going to use your tutorials to transform a wooden doll house for my covered porch. I live in South Florida so very humid.

[@ABIXWEEZY]

Most likely not well since it's basically paper after a few day of rain it'll probably start to fall apart

[@recoveringsoul755]

If you use building materials made for outside, it should be OK once it's dried.

[@crafty_j957]

Just discovered your channel late last night (well really early morning, since it was 1am) while crafting a "stone" floor out of egg cartons for the miniature dollhouse kit I'm working on. Yay a fellow Canadian 😊 Anyway, I've been binge watching your videos and I don't usually hit the like button but I have been for every one I've watched. Thank you sooooo much for taking the time to record and post. I agree, my creativity skyrockets after my toddler and husband are fast asleep and I'm locked away in my craft room usually until 1am-3am with one of my cats fast asleep on the daybed, I'm really tired when I get up but it's so worth it; the uninterrupted hours I get are priceless.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

it's so true! Those uninterrupted hours ARE priceless! Thank you so much for hitting the like button, I sure appreciate that. I've been enjoying this project so much, I'm super happy to know others are too. Happy late night crafting!

[@sirenxo]

I came across you after finding your homemade clay video. How do you not have more followers?? You're so sweet and your videos are incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for everything you're sharing with us. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos and starting a project soon. 💟❤ Much love.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you so much! I appreciate everything you said

[@Senneen]

love your vids, i always wanted a treehouse for mi troll doll, thenks for show me how make one,

[@X45896]

I still rewatch this for new ideas. :)

[@judymathena2981]

I am so glad I found your channel........I am going to make a winter wonderland for Christmas, my whole theme is going to be like frozen, woodys and I'm sure your videos are going to help me alot. TFS I want to make a Easter Village for Easter, and the Tomb where Jesus rose from. I'm going to do the mayjor project for Christmas. If you have any ideas that will help me with crystal ideas, I'd love your imput. I never measure or anything, totally my own, no measurements help give your piece chacter.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you for the kind words, I truly appreciate it. As far as ideas, I would just google images of the subject and then go from there. Once you get started ideas will come to you. I'm not a planner.. I wish I could plan something out then go from the plan but that never works for me so I found if I just start then the ideas start flowing. I wish you all the best in your project, keep me posted!

[@ladiewithstyle]

I missed your fb info.... 4 years ago I promised to build a fary treehouse for a good friend. stumbled on your videos a couple of days ago and took it as a sign...lol. But True! so, now the bottom front half is together. Looks like it will end up being a fairy comdo.....5 rooms, so far

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

that's so awesome! I'm glad you have begun your project, it sounds fantastic! I have had the same page for 8 years but wanted to change the name this year. Facebook wouldn't let me change the name so I started all over with a new page called, "Where the Gnomes Live". Now all my media sites match in name :)

[@mike1968442]

Sharon My husband and I have downsided and moved to Az. Our previous home has real wood beams throughout. They are georgous! However, I want that look in this smaller, non exective style home. I plan on using the paper towel method glued on insulation foam. I will have to forward pics when they are done and installed. Thanks for sharing!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

I'm looking forward to seeing your photos! Best of luck and have fun :))

[@dustiscraftworld9531]

You are truly an inspiration to me. I absolutely love your work and you inspired me to make a tree house for my cat. It turned out beautiful so thank you so very much. Your work is truly amazing. Thanks for inspiring me. I'm not sure if I can post pictures here in the comments but I would love for you to see it. You are truly a inspiration ❤

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you very much, that really means a lot... you can't post pics on youtube but if you have facebook you can post on my page facebook.com/wherethegnomeslive/

[@jodihari5141]

I enjoy your skills and your videos are relaxing. I' ve been doing minis since 1976 and used some of your techniques with my last project which was themed cottage at the end of the dark forrest. I added several water effects which would be an awesome addition your properties. Thank you kindly. !!!!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

your project sounds awesome! I haven't done any water effects yet myself but hope to one day. I want to add it somewhere between this new tree and my old gnome home.. the Gnomes have told me they need a spot for fishing.. Thanks so much :)

[@carolchampon7743]

Hi. I am a new subscriber. Love your work. Do you weatherproof your finished artwork? Carol

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you! No, I haven't made anything that needed to be weatherproof but you can seal them to go outdoors. I do not know the best product to use but I'm sure a professional at your local hardware store would know.

[@ruthgreen7424]

I want to make a fairy house outside and put onto a treeany suggestions please of what I can make it of for the weather

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

you would have to seal it completely with an exterior sealer or boat varnish

[@lesliejohnson8738]

This is the best craft project ever. Would love to see it again.

[@blackfoxphotography7672]

why the clickbait picture tho?? yours looks NOTHING like the thumbnail of the video.....

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

What? lol that’s exactly what it looked like. What clickbait? The side by side thumbnail is the before and after painting.

[@Beautifully-chatoic]

Awesome. You can go to a fabric store and ask for all their sample fabric from the upholstery section that they are discontinuing. I keep my name on the list so they will call me when they have them. Lol. Great for all sorts of crafts & free. Gorgeous fabric too.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

that's a great idea and tip, thanks so much!

[@tonyasamuels3411]

This comes right on time😁 I’m so excited I am currently crocheting little bears to go into the dollhouse I’m making so this is perfect!!! I’m so doing my happy dance right now!!!👏🏾🙌🏾☺️

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

oh wow, that's so exciting to hear! Thank you!!

[@agds91078]

Hello from Kentucky ❤ Can you do us a full video walkthrough of your tree houses for 2023 🥰

[@mastersadvocate]

I don't know how to work with wood, either, Sharon. You are so imaginative, and I don't know about the rest but I love what you do! Wonky is good! If you look in nature, you don't see straight lines, you see curves, bulges, crooked lines, and it's all beautiful! So, I WILL watch you, and try to learn how to make things. You are totally awesome! Stay safe! ~Janet in Canada

[@littleredwagonstudio]

I am OVERJOYED that this is happening!!! I too am going to start a fairy wonderland this year and I am tickled to watch your progress as inspiration ....YAY!!! xoxo stephie I LOVE imperfections also!!! WONKY is my middle name...lol

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

if wonky is your middle name then we must be related, lol! Thank you so much, your comment made my day :)

[@allisallaboutthedog6103]

is the tacky glue just white school glue?

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

Alli's All About the Dog yes it is

[@savvycrafter8518]

Can use gallery glass paints and color the lights. Makes it stained glass look. Or sharpie highlighters and paint the light tops.

[@susanstenning9776]

Thank you for your inspiration. I am making my own version of a tree doll house using your method of construction. Thanks again you are amazing xx

[@cholenna]

I used the dry wall stuff in my tree house and I just love using it. Thank you for sharing all your ideas with us. I so enjoy watching your videos.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

it's wonderful! I don't know why I never used it before.. *off to buy more* lol

[@cholenna]

LOL. I used it because I didn't any paper clay....but I like it much better and if you put matt mod podge over it ,it won't crack.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

that's hilarious! And I used mine because I *didn't want to make any* clay, haha I think us crafters have a common thread running through our veins

[@cholenna]

Yes, I believe we do, One has to think outside the box (lol) at times. That is how we can make something wonderful out of almost nothing at all.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

YES!

[@lottiebell1398]

i love this

[@Maccagirl100]

Thank you for sharing your talent and instructions! I really want to do this for my granddaughters! You have amazing ideas and are very gifted!!

[@savvycrafter8518]

I have them in my garden, they are actually brighter if you get the ones from michaels

[@normanshadow1]

I discovered if you want to make a single lamp, you can use the dollar store string lights, but cut the string as short as you like and leave only a bulb or two

[@guinevere391]

Olá do Brazil 🇧🇷 América do Sul 🌹 gostando dos seus vídeos.obrigada!!

[@ladiewithstyle]

Still working on the skeloton of my stucture. But added some branches today. saving the pics to share...lol.

[@LockerNockers]

You got me back into creative mode. Thank you so much for all this inspiration!!

[@barbwood1125]

You are so talented, and cool! Thank you for sharing, I am so happy I found your page!

[@МайяСанду-х8л]

Amazing and very beautiful. It did very well from the moment 6.06 - 6.10))) You have a terrific laugh. You are smart.

[@jenniferchristenson4200]

How do I post photos on the Facebook page? I follow "where the gnomes live" but it doesn't have an option to post

[@jennyzane2164]

I absolutely love your creations! Cant wait for these!!!

[@rosacastro505]

you rock...I work the same way, so I completely understand your style.

[@rdenee]

So excited to see these videos. Looking forward to seeing what you create.

[@mendagy]

Thank you so much for all your advice, patience & commitment!! Just found your channel and subscribed! I have loved (LOVED!) & been fascinated by dollhouses ever since I was about 5 yrs old when my parents took me to a museum. They had a traveling exhibit of incredibly detailed, grandiose & very expensive dollhouses from around the world. I could have stayed there, absorbed into those tiny rooms & lives forever!! Yep, I was hooked!! Currently I am working on a Harry Potter themed castle for my grown daughter using (mostly) recycled supplies. It is very messy, fairly difficult & lotsl of FUN!! It also helps me keep my mind off my severe chronic pain issues (thank God). I am so looking forward to catching up on all your old videos & learning as I go! Thank you for sharing with everyone across the world. I am in West Texas, by the way! Take care!! 😊

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

ohhh I'm one of the biggest Harry Potter fans I know, lol Your project sounds exciting. Too bad we weren't closer, I'm in Canada. Sorry you suffer with chronic pain. Crafting is a great way to keep the mind off of things, I know. Thanks for the kind words, your comment is much appreciated. Happy crafting!

[@heriberthuber54]

Thanks for sharing this journey with us :-)

[@cindalue8206]

Thank you so much for the idea I am just starting my first fairy dollhouse thanks to you for sharing

[@BubsyMupsy]

Ooooh... I wish we could see that castle you talked about.... 🙁

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

I can't remember now what I was talking of in this video but it must be the dresser I turned into a dollhouse then turned it into a castle.. It's nothing super fancy as far as construction goes as I was working with a dresser so it was hard for me to build with it but you can see it here. Post from 2011 www.sharonojala.com/2011/07/dresser-turned-into-dollhouse-castle.html

[@BubsyMupsy]

@@WhereTheGnomesLive thank you ❤️

[@fairydhust]

Yah!!!!!!! Your Craftroom is Awesome!!! So nice seeing you, and you look amazing, I hope your feeling well xo

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

I'm feeling good, thanks! Thanks for the kind words :)

[@debwaterson799]

You're so talented Sharon and the joy you've given to so many people is unbelievable ..... listening to the end of your video made me a little sad because you're being too humble, you are sooo great at all this, so creative, so inspiring .... you're number one in my wonderland xxx downunder ps... I'm still stalking you :)

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

aww thank you so much! I appreciate everything you said and I love that you're stalking me, lol :)

[@jenniferchristenson4200]

You are so amazing!!!! I started my tree with spiral steps yesterday! Thank you so much!!!!! I can't wait to send you a pic!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

Can't wait to see! And thank you for the kind words :)

[@carolbarnsley8809]

Happy New Year.... Eeeek I'm so excited for these videos, they truly inspire me. Thank you for sharing

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you so much, Happy New Year!

[@danielpadilla1033]

Beautiful jock,congratulations 😘.

[@danielasouckova638]

I just found your channel... and I am totally amazed! I love you! You are sooo creative, thank you for your time, I am blessed to watch. Wish you a lot of inspiration and I jump onto my own project.. this is just... irresistible.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

ohhh straight to my heart, thank you!!

[@jodihari5141]

A place to fish is super cute. I dried gourds, then cut them in half, cleaned them, then clear coated. Finally created multi tiered waterfalls dropping from one to the next on the side of the cottage to the bottom of a small pool of water. I used gourds of course because the house is fantasy made with natural resources.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

sounds super awesome! Love the idea of using gourds :)

[@MisterFolgers7]

You are INCREDIBLY talented!! Thank you for sharing all your tips and tricks!!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you very much, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@314oclock7]

I'm so glad I found your channel, you're very talented and I love your projects!! So cool!!!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

I'm so glad! Thank you so much for the lovely comments, you made me smile :)

[@giraffewarriorpeaches7634]

I just finished watching your dollhouse making videos and i loved watching you experiment with things not knowing if it was going to work or not, that's one of my favorite parts of crafting, i can't wait to try this and i would love to see another tree house tutorial in the future :D

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you so much! That was awesome to hear. I thought it was good to keep that undecided stuff in there to show not all things just come together like magic, lol It's all trial and error and mistakes are the best teachers we have. Have fun when you do try it and keep me posted!

[@yamlwoz]

It's so wonderful to see the actual You Sharon. Had only ever seen your hands before LOL We've just started to make our mouse house today. So excited!!! x

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

yay!!! So excited for you, please keep me posted!

[@graciela7015]

solo entendí, que se usa cartón, que aparentemente lleva luz, que podría ser una linternita fija o el cable luz que se usa con bateria también.. Los subtitulos solo son en ingles.No hay un acercamiento del trabajo, lo que hace que no se aprecie. Gracias de todas maneras.Saludos desde Argentina.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

you have to use the auto translate. If you are using a computer, click the CC button then click the gear icon beside the CC, then choose auto translate, then scroll through to find your language.

[@bethrobinson195]

Velcro lights brilliant!!!

[@jojosmumdorothy2829]

Omg I just found this video I looked to the left I thought there was a huge snake there . Lol

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

lol oh nooo! Jump scare :)

[@allisallaboutthedog6103]

Hi love the videos im bunge watching today. Started a character last night trying to figure out a good size. Anyway when showing my hubby he said wow. I wonder if you could build that to be a cat condo type of structure for our cats. So it got me thinking maybe it actually could hold the weight of a cat if carefully planned out. So let me knownwhat you think about the over all strength. Obviously it wont need windows and door and furnishings butmaybe just platforms

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

My cats jump in my tree all the time, lol it holds them just fine. This tree has stacked boxes and it's really solid but for any areas or platforms you think need extra strength you could always add another layer of cardboard in between the boxes, use tacky glue and masking tape to attach the layers. Once you add your layer of carpet, or whatever you'll use to make it comfy and look nice, it'll be super strong for the cats. They will love it, have fun!!

[@robynconcannon7134]

Wouldn't a cat terrorise the faeries?

[@recoveringsoul755]

I think it would be funny to let hamsters run through the treehouse and go exploring, and film it. I have a small 4 room dollhouse and my cat tried to sleep in there. Depends on cat's weight too

[@kukla608]

You are wonderful to do this I have made one but there where lots of question I had that I feel you will answer now.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

feel free to ask anything, if I know how to do it I can show it on video. Thanks for the kind words :)

[@bournonville13]

Really beutiful things you make.. Can i ask what are these used for when they are done🤔

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thanks! I'm planning on writing a book in the future. The houses I build will be used for the photos inside that book.

[@kevinmurray7029]

Thank-you so much this is exactly what Ive wanted to see. So looking forward to watching everything step by Step

[@kevinmurray7029]

I've already made a mushroom house and almost completed a tree house. Sometimes i was finding it hard to figure out how to do certain things and also wanted to make the creatures but wasn't sure how to do those either. So I'm very excited !!!!! My Name is Karin by the way I'm using my husbands account.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

yay! I'm so happy to hear that, Karin! Happy building!!

[@ladiewithstyle]

was wondering what the price is of the p recycled paper insulation???

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

there's other clay recipes that use shredded cardboard, lots of recipes on youtube. The paper insulation I buy is about 14 bucks, that's Canadian, for a bag that has lasted me over 2 years. I've made endless clay batches from it

[@pauline6521]

Thank you so much for doing these videos ☺️☺️

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

You are so welcome!

[@lilbitsofyarn]

This is amazing. Thank you so much for doing this.

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you and you're welcome, it's been a blast so far :)

[@OldHag73]

AWESOME!!!!

[@seasonofourlife5947]

Your such a inspiration. An ur a mom. Thanks for inspiring me!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you for the wonderful comment :)

[@retolop]

Wonderful . Best regards from Iraq - Baghdad

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you!

[@aswee01]

Thank you for your hard work and consideration

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

you're so welcome!

[@yelena86]

👍✌️🙏❤️

[@bookmouse2719]

❤

[@manymusings]

I want to see the castle made from a dresser!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

I have a blog post on when I first made it, back in 2011. The pictures of the addition to the castle are on fb. Here's what I started with, the link to the upgrade into a castle is at the bottom www.sharonojala.com/2011/07/dresser-turned-dollhouse-recycle.html

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

it's nothing fancy, it was just large, lol Today I would do so much more with that dresser. I learned a lot while building this one though

[@manymusings]

I'll go look for it. I have a couple dressers to play with.

[@rebeccastockwell2608]

You are such a tremendous artist!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

thank you very much!

[@rebeccastockwell2608]

You're most welcome.

[@omagodoalongamentowedermon3042]

??????????????????👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

indeed!

[@lilityoused2349]

Stop hating She is amazing and so creative !! And she is MUCH better than you!

[@WhereTheGnomesLive]

@@lilityoused2349 no worries, those are trolling comments left by very bored people with lots of time on their hands, lol Best left ignored :)

[@lilityoused2349]

@@WhereTheGnomesLive Yea, lol :)