Sunday, April 19, 2009

Show and Tell Monday ~ 1:12 Dollhouse Sewing Theme Cabinet

This is one of the projects my dear friend Ling sze has given me the opportunity to make it for her. I feel very honored and privileged really. The theme was leaning towards art/craft. Although this is not the first time I built this, I want it to be a little different than the previous. This time, I have lined the cabinet doors with some some pretty paper. It reminds me of some old shabby chic furnitures, which are lined with pretty paper. Next, my idea was to pick the colour choice (I chose earthy beige and greens which fitted the vintage theme). From the fabrics, to the photo, everything is selected very carefully.

Sometimes I think about what kind of visual effects I want to give the recipient when they see this piece. I wanted something very soothing and pleasant to the eye, something they will be very happy to hold in their hands and have so much to see and smile at.

Often when I complete a piece, my family members will critique my work. I actually value their opinions because they are most critical of my work. If something doesn't look real or good enough, they will not mince their words. ;P

I am very happy with this piece, and especially when the lights are turned on.


Lights Off......




Drawer opens......










Lights on............

21 comments:

  1. Wow Pei Li,,, This sewing cabinet is stunning. Its unbelieveale that you can work this small. YOur talent never ceases to amaze me. You are wonderful...
    Have a pretty week, (())gail

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  2. I love your work, the patience needed to do such small intricate work never ceases to amaze me.

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  3. Oh Pei Li -
    Whenever I see your beautiful creations, I imagine what I want my house too look like in real life. This sewing cabinet is absolutely adorable! It would look wonderful in my office :)

    Have a fantastic week!

    Lani

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  4. Pei Li

    Once you get finished all of that beautiful furniture, I'm going to move right in to the tiny little house.

    Your sewing cabinet is awesome.

    Lisa
    www.palepinkandroses.com
    www.palepinkandroses.typepad.com

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  5. Each piece gets more spectacular than the last...your must have the patience of a thousand Jobs...
    Love it!
    Susan
    www.thedutchrose.blogspot.com

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  6. I know I say it over and over but you still amaze me. Your creations are just so beautiful.

    (())

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  7. I like the little lamp and can with strawberries--well, okay, I like the whole thing! Fabulous job. ; )
    ~Michele

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  8. Pei Li,
    That is incredible. You have a very special talent. I can't even imagine how you work on something so small. Just beautiful.
    Marie

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  9. Just adorable! I love everything you do~
    Pink Hugs
    Stephanie

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  10. Hi Pei Li,
    Your little cabinet is so pretty! You are an amazing artist. Thanks for sharing!

    Shannon
    www.shabbyshanscottage.com

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  11. amazing, pei li...just no other words for it!

    carolyn
    www.theoddsparrow.com

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  12. Pei Li, You have really outdone yourself this time. That is amazing!!! You are such a tremendous talent. Have a wonderful week!
    Carrie

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  13. Oh Pei Li! I think this is my most favorite piece of all!!!!!!!! It's gorgeous!!!!! Love the detail, love the light, love everything!
    Your family better think this is good because it's incredible!
    bunny hugs,
    shell

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  14. Pei Li, just beautiful. You have to stop this, you are going to drive me to starting a doll house just so I can have your treasures around me!
    Pat
    Patricia Rose-A Potpourri of Fabric, Fragrance and Findings
    www.patriciarose-apotpourri.com
    www.patriciarose-apotpourriof.blogspot.com

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  15. Every week i am amazed at what you create. I love this weeks show. You are absolutely amazing a true artist. You make me want to get a doll house and fill it up with all your miniture funiture.

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  16. Pei, Every time I visit your blog, I feel like I always say the same thing...WOW! What talent you have!
    Tedi www.PetiteBookstore.com

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  17. Pei Li, It is a beautiful sewing cabinet, love the old shabby chic look. Hugs, Jean

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  18. Thank you Jean!!

    I could not accomplish that without your lovely vintage sewing kit!

    Pei Li

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  19. Oh my gosh Pei Li, this is gorgeous! Wow! I want to be a tiny little person and live in a dollhouse with all of your beautiful creations:)

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  20. Hi Pei Li, I'm not sure how I missed the sewing cabinet, it is amazing, wow!!!
    Glad to hear that the little prize arrived, I hope you will enjoy it!
    Hugs, Helene

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  21. Peili, thanks for taking on the projects. My gerfrd fell absolutely in love with the sewing cabinet and Sharon with the wedding theme too.
    I showed them to everyone in my family and everyone said it's gorgeous. I really like them too! Thank you so much for the earrings too! :) So my style too! Haha.

    love ning

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