There is a book on Dol-Toi by collector Marion Osborne -- does anyone have this? It sounds like a great resource. I had never seen a Dol-Toi table with this mid century profile, so I would welcome any information about it and any companion pieces. It worked nicely in my Swedish Brio...I went a little wild with the colors, but I think it "flies."
This is the first time I've used this vintage set of Lundby curtains. They really do help enliven the window, and look like real fabric in the picture (actually molded plastic). The other burst of color is a lovely mod plate by PetitPlat -- she has a whole selection in her store. Check them out!
Have a great week, all!
Credits: Table is Dol-Toi; chairs are Reac; shelving units are Miner Industries; light is vintage German, as is the window flower box; plant is TOMY; curtains are Lundby; mirror is by Annina; rug is by The Shopping Sherpa. Accessories are by Petit Plat, vintage German finds, and Re-ment.
The time it took me: 37 minutes
The table looks great in your setting. I love the use of color, too. Stephanie has a great sense of style, I love her work. :)
ReplyDeleteHey, Dale! Thanks! I wanted the scene to "pop"! And I do LOVE my new plate from Stephanie. It's really lovely!
DeleteTotally cool! I love modern (60s-70s) minis!
ReplyDeleteHiya, CC! Watch out, it can become an obsession ;)
DeleteDid you know Marion is part of Dolls Houses Past and Present (http://dollshousespastandpresent.com/), if you'd like to contact her?
ReplyDeleteWhich reminds me, I may have a copy of the book on CD that she sent me to critique over a year ago :-} I'll try and dig it out...
Good idea, TSS! I will try to reach out to her. And if you do dig out her book, I'd really be curious to know if this table is in there!
DeleteGreat table and scene. I saw that table on ebay maybe twice? I knew you were one of the bidders, man. Ha ha! I need to buy some Petite Plat and Snowfern items...Lordy, TSS needs an etsy shop.
ReplyDeleteYo, MC, thanks! Yes, it was on eBay twice on UK eBay. It's totally my style ;) I think TSS was toying with an Etsy shop -- not sure if she is still considering one, which would be awesome!
DeleteI just spent the last three days reading your blog from start to current. I hope you don't mind if I blame you for contracting "dollhouse fever"!
ReplyDeleteTo be fair I already had the bug, and was just cruising innocently along the internet looking for tips and inspiration. :)
I love the beautiful photographs, and all the detail you put into your posts so we know where to go to try and procure a piece that "calls" to us.
It's so great to see someone whose been able to make a hobby/passion self sustaining!
Whoa, Sherri! Thanks so much for sinking a lot of time into reading my blog! I was very touched by your comment -- it's the kind of comment that *really* keeps me going with the blog and this hobby. THANK YOU :)
DeleteHi Chris, meant to comment when you first posted this, but had really bad internet connection at the time - better now (fingers crossed!) I'm so glad you got this, and I can enjoy it from afar :-) It is in Marion's Dol-toi book - it's a Warwick table, and was made from about 1973-1975 (which was when Dol-toi ended). I'll look out for more, just cos I like it (didn't have a particular purpose in mind for it) - I think because it was produced right at the end that it's rarer than the pieces that were produced over a long period. It looks right at home in your Brio - and I love the chairs with the rug! :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Rebecca! Very interesting and informative. I appreciate knowing the name and time frame. I wish I had others too. It's a very cool table. I will keep my eyes open for you (and me!). So good to hear from you. Hope you are well!
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