Model House/Memory Box (lots of pics)

Late last summer I was in a deep creative rut and was simply sharing photos of older projects. Someone who saw them sent me a couple screenshots asking if I could reproduce this home so she could give it to her daughter. I saw the pics and thought, cool house but I seriously doubt I could actually make something like that. But I did what any good artist would do - I lied and said “YES, I’LL DO IT”. LOL, kidding. I’m sure I actually said some more like “I’ll try”. But try I did.

It is made up of nearly 300 individual pieces (not including all the “shingles” and templates) of .125” and .06” MDF, .06” acrylic, 24 pt. Card-stock, and craft book paper - all drawn in Illustrator, cut on the forge, and painted by hand. It is 1:87 scale.

My absolute favorite thing about this one is that it’s not “just a model”. It’s actually a keepsake box. Because it is intended to be a gift, I made removable acrylic boxes inside to hold little “treasures”. :slight_smile:

It was an honor and a challenge to create it. I was grateful for the opportunity and it really got me motivated again. Thanks!

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That is fantastic, All the detail is great.

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I’m gobsmacked!this is absolutely gorgeous! And it looks like it could double as doll house. Wow! Just wow!

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Over the top success!! I am glad you broke out of your creative rut.

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Just WOW…

I am lost for words.

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This doesn’t even show his creative talent as well as in person. My daughter and her husband were amazed by this. He did a FANTASTIC job!! i was amazed at the likeness of their house. Thanks again @timmystreehouse !!

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Incredible re-creation! :grinning:

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Wow, what a labor of love! The details and paint work are just amazing!

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You are a wizard

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You are getting so dialed in with these buildings. Nice.

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Wow…now that’s a house. I would be happy to live in just the garage. You did a fantastic job.

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Incredible home, even more incredible model!

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Awesome that you chose HO scale for this too!

What a great keepsake.

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Wow - you have done an amazing job with this - it’s mind blowing. Even just as a model without the box part but that just makes it all that much more special for the recipient.

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Fantastic! I’m sure that was a rewarding effort.

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Wow, that’s amazing!

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You do such great outstanding detailed work! I wouldn’t worry about being in a rut. No evidence of that.

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Absolutely incredible!! Thanks for sharing the step-by-step photos ~ love seeing the process.

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I am beyond stunned in your ability and craftsmanship. You are the ultimate professional Glowforger and designer. They must have been thrilled beyond measure. I am in total awe.

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