Master bath planning, update

by brae Email

The last time I posted about planning the master bath, I had only some vintage bath fixtures to use.  Now, I have most of what I wanted for the room.

I am using a modern bathtub and commode from a supplier in the UK.  The rya rug was made by Glenda at Peppercorn Minis in New Zealand, and the pitcher on the bureau was made by Sylvia at lotjesdollshouse in The Netherlands.  That's one of those famous Michael's hutches standing in for a cabinet.  I am undecided if I will use this piece or build something else.  I have seen others do amazing things with Michael's hutches but have yet to give it a try myself.


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The vessel sink came from Silly Sisters in The Netherlands (Nileke - a Greenleaf member - had this in her photos from a miniatures show, and I just had to track it down).  The bureau was supposed to be a stand-in for a kit I still need to make as the vanity, but I really like it as is!  Hmm...I might need to think about this a bit more.  :]

For the most part, I am trying to achieve a more realistic look for my minis, but I try to remember this is a hobby and some things can be aesthetic and not as I would have it in real life.

For instance, I do like a big bathtub, but I would be unhappy without a shower.  I don't think putting a curtain around this tub lends itself to the more contemporary look I want.  There is room to add a shower, and I bought a shower base with the intention of putting one in.  But, when I see the first layout with only the bathtub versus this one with the shower...I'm torn.  I am drawn to the layout without the shower.  So, I'll have to think about that some more, too!  :]


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Also, just a quick note of welcome to my new followers (I finally figured out how to add that google connect application!).  Thank you to those who've left comments or sent me personal e-mails of encouragement.  It means the world to me that those who offer such great inspiration find it while reading my blog, too.  :D  Many thanks to all!

And, a special thanks to Eloise who has written a little feature about my blog...you brightened my day!  :D

Categories: Dollhouses, The Newport
Permalink07/01/10 05:04:58 pm,

9 comments

Comment from: Cynthia Epp [Visitor]
Brae,this bathroom will look great (it does already)! I really like the vanity that is there with the bowl sink. I think its perfect. I would also opt for the arrangement without the shower with the tub across the corner - like you I allow myself to sacrifice the practical a bit for the esthetic. We need to be practical too often in real life - this is our chance to do what feels good! :-) I'd also suggest that your mini-occupant will want to cut fibre out of her diet if she's going to complete all that reading material beside the tiolet. Heehee!
Cynthia
07/01/10 @ 20:27
Comment from: brae [Member] Email
Heehee!! I'll have to make some magazines instead. :))

Daisy commented on Greenleaf pretty much the same as what you said. I will likely go with the tub only...it just has such a relaxing spa feel. In Miniland, we can luxuriate in a bath - no rush of a shower needed! I have some ideas rolling around in my brain for how to bump it all up a notch, too!
07/01/10 @ 20:39
Comment from: Ira [Visitor]
The bathroom looks fab, the cabinet from Silly Sisters is beautiful! And I know about trying to do authentic, but have to give it up sometimes so that the mini scene looks better :)

And congratulations on the Greenleaf winning, the first time I saw your house I fell in love with it, amazing work!

Ira
07/02/10 @ 00:28
Comment from: brae [Member] Email
Thanks, Ira! The little porcelain sink is from Silly Sisters, but the cabinet is a Charles Rennie Mackintosh mini from a supplier in the UK. :) It was supposed to go with the Mackintosh dining set I have for a completely different house! Haha...ah, well, the Newport has claimed it for the master bath!
07/02/10 @ 08:27
Comment from: eloise [Visitor]
one thing i really cant get over is how well you choose and place background images in the windows. it adds this unbelievable realism to everything!
07/02/10 @ 08:29
Comment from: brae [Member] Email
:D The one I used for Baslow Ranch was my own photo from Bodie Ghost Town...this fall scene is "clip art" if you can believe it!
07/02/10 @ 08:42
Comment from: Ira [Visitor]
Shoot, read incorrectly! But anyways, the cabinet is fab :) Where did you buy it?
07/02/10 @ 16:31
Comment from: brae [Member] Email
It came from Dolls House Emporium - fab shop!
07/02/10 @ 16:34
Comment from: Margaret [Visitor] Email
Hello Brae, Just found your site and thought I would offer my two bob's worth. I would go with aesthetics too, don't need to be totally practical with minis, after all it is the look of them we love. Your house is wonderful, I haven't yet attempted any wiring so seeing how you have prepared it is really appreciated! Oh, and I think the sink cabinet looks great too.
07/05/10 @ 16:35