Make long and low Shelving for doll playsets...

My basic, long narrow bookcase for our doll playsets. It is used to define parameters of a doll
room during play. 

       A long shelf measuring 19'' x 5'' x 2 3/4'' stretches the length of two playsets, a bowling alley and a daycare center. It marks the parameters of the doll play space when either of these two sets is assembled for visitors in our home. It is a practical piece, although not too terribly exciting to look at. The faux wooden paper blends in with other furnishings that I have built for our 18'' doll collections. The white papered interior ''spotlights'' objects selected for play and also makes these items easy to display for photography.

       Cut out the length of a larger cardboard box from one of it's sides, keeping the back and end pieces for a simple bookshelf like the one pictured above. Cut extra lengths of cardboard from that same box to add two shelves. When gluing the shelves into the bookcase, space them out evenly and make sure the lowest shelf is slightly suspended from the floor to give the illusion of table legs. Decoupage all the surfaces using white school glue or Mod Podge. This will help keep the cardboard furniture clean and durable over time.

       Later, I will upload photos of how this piece looks when used in different thematic rooms below.

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