The 1940's Kitchen
As my miniature collection has grown, I’ve come to realize that dollhouse kitchen items are my ultimate weakness—I simply can’t resist them! Since I’ve run out of space for more full-sized dollhouses, I knew this roombox by Clement Darby was the perfect solution. I was lucky enough to purchase it from a fellow miniatures enthusiast who was relocating and couldn’t take it with her. Her collection was absolutely breathtaking—seriously, heart-palpitations-inducing—but that’s a story for another day.
The roombox itself needed a little TLC. The original paper flooring was scratched and torn, and the wallpaper had seen better days—not to mention it didn’t match my beloved kitchenware. So, I gave the entire kitchen space a full renovation.
I installed vintage black-and-white floor tiles from Miniature Manors and paired it with a piece of vintage wallpaper I’d been saving, featuring a tiny, delicate print I adore. Unfortunately, I didn’t have enough to cover the room, and after an unsuccessful search for matching sheets, I decided to scan and print additional pieces myself. It worked out beautifully, and I couldn’t be happier with how it all came together.
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The kitchen area is full of pieces from some of my favorite artists! Mary Carson of Hammer-N-Smith made the oven/stove, the sink with cabinet, and the enamel pots and pans. The refrigerator was already painted cream by a prior owner and I custom-made the GE emblem to match the stove. The table and chair set was made by Adrianne and Dan Hagey of Mt. Fanny Cottage Concepts.
I adorned the Mary Carson stove with a few Stokesay Ware spice jars, baked goods, and a painted metal bread box (artist unknown) that I purchased from a UK seller.
I just love this hoosier cabinet made by Carol Martin of Martin Miniatures. It's the perfect place to display some Fiestaware made by Diane Foster and Herb and Jennifer Bennett.
Eat the cake! More Fiestaware can be found on the table made by the Hagys of Mt. Fanny Cottage Concepts.
I love how the roombox's artist, Cement Darby, included both an entryway and a pantry. It gives it such a realistic feel. Shown in this space is a painted cat fireboard by George Schlosser, a Currier and Ives painting by E. W. Allen, and a painted oil lamp by Victoria Fasken. Some of my favorite pieces!
A first peek inside the pantry includes shelves filled with artisan-made canning jars, a basket of potatoes, more Stokesay ware canisters, some biscuit tins, and a laundry basket with an artist made dust pan and broom.