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My name is Mat, and I am actually a graphic designer by trade. I took this opportunity to learn 3D design and made a website for miniature construction equipment with the mini cinder blocks at the forefront. After experimenting and developing different designs, I settled on the main product in 1:12 scale and began building the mini empire, block by block!
Mini Materials
3d ago
Creating a miniature trash can with a functional lid and DIY trash bags is a delightful project that adds authenticity to any miniaturist's collection. Here's a step-by-step guide to crafting your own mini trash setup:
Materials Needed:
-Our 1:12 Scale Miniature Metal Trash Can
-A Black Trash Bag
-Miniature trash: tiny bits of sand, crumpled paper, or cotton
-Flat iron
-Ruler
-X-Acto blade
-Tweezers
-Small funnel
Steps to Create the Mini Trash Bags:
Cut a Strip:
Cut a long strip across the bottom of your trash bag, aligning your ruler about an inch from the bottom seam ..read more
Mini Materials
2M ago
A quick build video showing a "cut away" shed. Showcases a stick build shed built from 2x4's, plywood, t-11 siding and our metal roofing.
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Mini Materials
8M ago
Today we are making a little basketball.
To make this you will need:
1" Wooden ball
Color of your choice (I used orange and a little brown)
Black marker
Paint the ball.
Draw a line around the "equator" of the ball.
Draw a line around the ball perpendicular to the first line.
Draw four partial lines spaced evenly between the two lines.
Draw a curve connecting the two partial lines.
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Mini Materials
9M ago
In this build we put together a bathroom. Enjoy!
We used:
MEDIUM ROOM BOX WOOD
1:12 SCALE MINI BATHROOM TOILET
1:12 SCALE MINI CLAWFOOT TUB
1:12 SCALE FULL LENGTH MIRROR
LIGHT BLUE SQUARE TILE MINIATURE FLOORING SHEET
1:12 SCALE METAL RADIATOR
1:12 SCALE BRASS COAT HOOKS (4 PACK)
1:12 SCALE MINI BATHROOM SINK
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Mini Materials
10M ago
Check out the step by step instructions for the MOD 1 or watch the build video below.
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Mini Materials
10M ago
Wow! Get ready for some fun, because MOD1 is a whole lot of it! It is a show stopper. It is easy to assemble, and can be put together in just an hour or two excluding drying time. It features an open floor plan with lots of windows to let the light in and let everyone see your beautiful home. A full three stories of modern with clean lines, a floating staircase and a loft with a loft staircase. We added more glass with French doors and a glass side door. Happy building!
Get the kit!
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Mini Materials
1y ago
Let's build our Mini Pizza Oven Kit. We hope you're ready for this delicious project! Be sure to scroll all the way down for the build video.
Each kit includes:
100 Red Bricks
4 Half Bricks
46 Full Cinderblocks
1 Cement Counter top
1 Jar of Mortar
1 Black Plastic Frame
Start by mortaring the plastic frame. A thin layer on the top, bottom, and back sides is all you need.
Next, place your frame onto the slab. We like to place it a little closer to the back, but make sure you leave the distance of a brick on all sides.
Now you are ready to start laying down the red bricks. Using a litt ..read more
Mini Materials
1y ago
BILLBOARD BENCH BUILD
Materials (Included in Classic bench kit)
3 Quantity 2x4x8's
2 Cement Bases
Backer Frame
Blank White Billboard
Glue
Step 1: Glue the white Billboard to rectangular frame. This is the best time to apply an ad. You can print on one of our free downloads below or create your own. We recommend applying with a glue stick or Mod Podge.
Step 2: Glue the Billboard to the cement back.
3. Glue on the seat rails. 4. Complete!
FREE DOWNLOADS
Thanks for reading this far. As a bonus we have four free bench downloads for you! You can print these off and apply t ..read more
Mini Materials
1y ago
Today we are building the Classic Park Bench. Materials (Included in Classic bench kit)
6 Quantity 2x4x8's
2 Cement Bases
Glue
Step 1: Mark your wood. We did one inch off each side. You can also cut these down to make smaller bench. If you are planning to paint or stain we recommend doing that now.
STEP 2: Glue Top Rails and Let Dry. We left the marks on top for instruction, but we recommend gluing them mark side down.
STEP 3: Flip and Glue Seat Rails
STEP 4: ENJOY ..read more
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1y ago
Building a deck is easy with the right materials. We built this in just 20 minutes with minimal cutting. Check out the build video below: Supplies:
6x6x12 - 1 Pack
2x8x8 - 1 pack
2x6x12 - 2 packs
Deck Blocks (4 packs) - 2 pack
Nails or glue
We know the video was quick so here is a step by step break down.
Using two 6x6x12's and two 2x6x12's make a square and nail together. Add one more 6x6 in the center.
Nail down 2x6x12 decking. Use a playing card to help make the spacing consistent.
Connect posts to 2x6 support beams.
Cover sides with 2x8 boards to trim edges. Cut to fit.
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