Monday, December 30, 2013

Warmth

 

There are a few sources of warmth in this scene. It's a cozy little space, thanks to the CB2 Neville House's proportions. 1:16 or smaller fits best here. I've made use of a Playmobil living room set, which is scaled at 1:18. It is manufactured looking like this:
I had to spray paint something a flat black for a book cover job (yes, I got another one!), so I decided to spray over some of the pieces in this set, specifically, the wood stove, couch, and chair (I left the orange cushions and the cat was black already):





How about the warm glow given off by that fabulous column light by the amazing Pepper of MitchyMoo Miniatures??? She is a genius with minis and a warm person, to boot. Thank you again, Pepper dear!


See the fur teacup on the wall? As an art history major, Meret Oppenheim's creation from 1936 is one of the iconic pieces you learn about in discussion about Surrealism. Fabulous, no?




Of course, a warm pair of boots doesn't hurt!


Happy New Year to all! Stay warm...!


Credits: Couch, chair, wood stove, and cat are all Playmobil; rug is cut felt from Michaels; coffee table is a salt bowl from bodum; light is by Pepper of MitchyMoo Miniatures; wall shelf is Miner. Accessories are Michaels, The Shopping Sherpa, and Manor House Miniatures. 

The time it took me: 47 minutes
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22 comments:

  1. AMCSviatkoDecember 30, 2013 at 3:09 PM

    Great scene: makes me want to curl up with a hot chocolate!

    On the topic of using kids' toys in scenes, have you had a chance to check out the Miworld sets at Walmart? (http://www.miworldtoys.com/) I'm a bit intrigued but aren't prepared to pay inflated eBay prices (plus shipping) only to find they're out of scale...

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    1. callsmallDecember 31, 2013 at 4:49 PM

      So funny that you mention MiWorld! Cindy of Snowfern also emailed me inquiring about them. So I HAD to go to Wal-Mart to check them out. I managed to pick up three sets -- only $10 each. Plan to set them up soon. Haven't even opened the boxes yet, but they look slightly larger than 1:12. More soon...!

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  2. Tiffany GholarDecember 30, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    So adorable and cozy! I had been planning to get some Playmobil pieces to go into my Neville House. It's great seeing them in there. Happy New Year! :)

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    1. callsmallDecember 31, 2013 at 4:50 PM

      Thanks, Tiffany! Playmobil works extremely well -- I'd definitely get some for the Neville!

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  3. Véronique December 30, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    Lovely warm scene indeed. Perfect place to curl up on the sofa with a book. I am particularly interested in the fireplace as I am facing a little fake fire conundrum of my own at the moment.
    Happy creative new year!!
    Veronique

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    1. callsmallDecember 31, 2013 at 4:51 PM

      Hi, Veronique! The fireplace is actually pretty cool and realistic-looking. I also think the black spray paint gave it a bit more of a realistic feel. It takes two AAA batteries and stays lit for one minute before turning off automatically.

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  4. Isabel RuizDecember 30, 2013 at 7:14 PM

    Una buena transformación.
    Feliz 2014!!!

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  5. LilliDecember 31, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    This is a really cozy scene. Happy New Year to you and your familiy!
    Cheers, Lilli

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    1. callsmallDecember 31, 2013 at 4:52 PM

      Thanks so much, Lilli! The best to you and yours as well in 2014 :)

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  6. PepperDecember 31, 2013 at 4:23 AM

    Have a fab 2014! That furry cup gives me the heeby-geebies ha!

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    1. callsmallDecember 31, 2013 at 4:53 PM

      Does it totally creep you out?? I think it has that effect on others, too ;) Happy 2014, sweetie pie!

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  7. carmenDecember 31, 2013 at 6:23 AM

    feliz año nuevo!

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  8. FabiolaDecember 31, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    Happy 2014!
    Faby

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    1. callsmallDecember 31, 2013 at 4:53 PM

      Same to you Faby! Wishing you health and happiness.

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  9. MarisaDecember 31, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    well I think it looks great!

    Happy New Year
    Marisa :)

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    1. callsmallDecember 31, 2013 at 4:54 PM

      Hi, Marisa! Thanks, and hope you have a great new year!

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  10. Mad For ModJanuary 1, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    Wonderful scene in the tiny Neville! I love the changes you made to the Playmobil set. I keep telling myself that I need to raid my son's collection of Playmobil. This may just be the inspiration I need. Happy New Year!

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    1. callsmallJanuary 1, 2014 at 8:17 PM

      Go for it! Soooo many possibilities. Happy New Year!!

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  11. CestinaJanuary 14, 2014 at 6:40 AM

    What an improvement on the woodburner. Sadly Playmobil is sacrosanct in our house - my daughter (mid-40s) makes sure of that. She still has all that she and her brother collected as children, and her niece and nephew are being trained to treat Playmobil in the same way.

    I, on the other hand, could be persuaded to do some strategic altering of spare pieces, now that I have seen your blogpost :-)

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  12. callsmallJanuary 14, 2014 at 4:37 PM

    Thanks, Cestina! Your daughter must have quite an amazing collection! I admit that they are addictive to collect. :)

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