tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post4440538287734964037..comments2023-06-03T09:52:50.958-04:00Comments on Iris March Creations: Montclair--Living Room, Foyer, and Dining RoomIris Marchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00365219260043609509noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post-79524261646295724932013-06-27T12:48:59.280-04:002013-06-27T12:48:59.280-04:00I am glad you like the staircase. There were times...I am glad you like the staircase. There were times when I was trying to shoe-horn it into an 8-in. wide room, that it looked weird, if not ugly!<br /><br />I really can't understand UM--they have beautiful designs--I am sure there must be a way to better manufacture them.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by and all the nice comments.Iris Marchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00365219260043609509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post-27895314118980988242013-06-26T07:45:13.996-04:002013-06-26T07:45:13.996-04:00Hello Iris,
I was sure I commented on this post! S...Hello Iris,<br />I was sure I commented on this post! Sorry...senility is setting in! The Montclair is looking wonderful. the staircase is a real triumph and looks perfect...well worth all the trouble. The rooms are very grand indeed. I love all the detail you add. I understand what you mean about knowing who lives in the house. When you have characters in mind it really helps guide you to create rooms that look lived in, not just a collection of mini artwork. I do purchase UM sometimes, but I try to stay away from them as much as possible...I resent having to do so much prep work on purchased pieces before I can install them.<br />I cannot wait to see more of your amazing work. it is always a pleasure to visit your blog.<br />big hug,<br />GiacGiachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04823654482564548862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post-56619411534017660322013-06-20T19:52:05.761-04:002013-06-20T19:52:05.761-04:00Definitely a pub needs a publican and wife who mak...Definitely a pub needs a publican and wife who makes all that wonderful food! I am glad you added them. <br /><br />This house is interesting to do--sort of making things up, and changing things, as I go along. Speaking of pubs, I just bought a wonderful Bespaq bar with bar stools for a game room I will have in the large room in the attic.Iris Marchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00365219260043609509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post-11239218923253160242013-06-20T19:45:53.352-04:002013-06-20T19:45:53.352-04:00Rain, rain, rain!!! The garden is one muddy mess!
...Rain, rain, rain!!! The garden is one muddy mess!<br /><br />Your next house should have a curved staircase--just allow more than 8"--boy I struggled with that! I am glad I did it, I do like it and so do others--makes it worth the while.<br /><br />I love the living room wallpaper but I do think I would not like it as well without the wainscot which even makes it look more effective.<br /><br />Rain, rain, go away--little Iris wants to play! We also have some very cold evenings.Iris Marchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00365219260043609509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post-90554959389844573202013-06-20T19:37:51.426-04:002013-06-20T19:37:51.426-04:00It is spooky how we daydream similar--I know we ar...It is spooky how we daydream similar--I know we are not related--but maybe in a past life or a future one? I too, just yesterday decided on an "older refined couple" and quickly ordered 2 dolls from Ellen Scofield. I love her little people. And yes, no little children!<br /><br />Plywood:Mid West product<br />I bought 1/16 & 1/32” thick, 12” x 24” Birch plywood sheets. I used one sheet to make the curved staircase wall in the foyer at Sunnybrook and the other in the Montclair. I don’t remember which one I used where, but had no problems- it was not cheap (what is in this hobby?) but it is great plywood.<br />It is sometimes called something like “model airplane plywood”.<br /><br />I bought mine in an art store called “Freidman’s” in Port Chester, New York many years ago, but the plywood is still produced by Mid West (http://www.midwestproducts.com/) and may be made by other companies, also. I would think that it could be found locally in an art, hobby, or craft shop.<br />Have a nice day Story-teller from this Story-teller!Iris Marchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00365219260043609509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post-69596214953652632992013-06-20T15:49:56.806-04:002013-06-20T15:49:56.806-04:00Hi Iris, I guess this is what might be termed a sh...Hi Iris, I guess this is what might be termed a show-home, like they have on new housing estates to lure people into buying the houses, it's a bit of a blank canvas at the moment, but that in itself is fun, it will evolve and fill up over time. <br /><br />I didn't think I would ever have actual dolls in my houses, but the pub seemed to empty without them, it took my a great deal of time to find the landlord a wife that was 'right' though, so I think I can identify with what you say when you haven't found suitable occupants for the house yet!!<br /><br />I don't think we have those mouldings in the UK, they look good in your photos though. <br /><br />hugs<br />AndyAndyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post-127306286241182512013-06-20T15:29:34.073-04:002013-06-20T15:29:34.073-04:00Hi Iris,
Great progress! I feel your pain regard...Hi Iris,<br /><br />Great progress! I feel your pain regarding UM molding. It is SO frustrating when the thicknesses don't match up. I'm still enthralled with that curved wall in the foyer. I remember wanting a curved stair in my house, but was too afraid to try --maybe next time? The wainscot really helps to 'tone down' the wallpaper --good call. I'm also loving your furniture choices. You're a fast worker! (Your weather must be keeping you indoors, too, huh)? <br /><br />XOXO,<br />JohnJohnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10792529272804861727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3055492903086259760.post-87953222688552829762013-06-19T19:32:42.499-04:002013-06-19T19:32:42.499-04:00Hi Iris! You have been making a lot of progress on...Hi Iris! You have been making a lot of progress on this house for someone who has no idea of the taste of the people who will live there! I guess it is like a "Spec" house.... except that the decor seems much more elegant than that! I will have to copy your use of model airplane plywood for the curved wall in the stairwell.... I have been building the same sort of wall for my cupboard house.... and I am painting murals in the hallway which is what slowed me down... I couldn't find a surface I liked painting on for the curved wall! Where do you find the plywood? What is it's precise thickness....in case I have to order it and they want the dimensions...?! So far your house is looking Very elegant and refined...."elder statesman" sort of decor! Not a place where I imagine small children .... unless they are visiting Grandchildren...! LOL!!! (Just from one Story-teller to another!)Daydreamerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06170115485686244907noreply@blogger.com