Dolls house kits are manufactured to the highest standard and are very easy to put together so don’t be put off by the idea of DIY. They also come with a comprehensive set of easy to understand instructions to guide you through the build process.

You’ll need to think about the style of the dolls house too. Almost anything goes these days but the most popular styles still remain Georgian and Victorian. More recently there has been increased interest in modern dolls house styles and there is now a great choice available. It’s very much a matter of personal choice but it might be wise to set a budget for your dolls house too because it’ll be easier for you to make your choice then.

Think about the exterior of the dolls house and where you’ll eventually want to display it in your home. Most of the dolls houses manufactured in the UK open to the front and on some the roofs lift off for easy access. Dolls houses from the USA tend to open from the back which can be restrictive if you want to be opening them regularly depending on where you situate them. The majority of dolls houses on the market can be extended by adding a basement or conservatory or even both, these items can often be bought at the same time as the main house which may attract a saving a saving on the total cost or they can be purchased separately and easily added at a later date.

If you want to try your hand at miniature gardening then place your dolls house on a base board and you’ll be able to create a miniature garden or miniature street scene directly on to it. Some dolls houses come complete with a base board but if yours doesn’t then simply use a piece of MDF to form the base. Make sure you mark out on the base board the area you need to keep clear of any obstructions in order to be able to fully open the dolls house when you’ve finished.