The original name of this dollhouse is 'Provence Lavender,' but it may be listed differently online. This will be my first DIY dollhouse, so I'm unsure what to expect. Let's see how it goes.
Opening the kit gives you a sense of what you're in for. There are many bags filled with various parts, but I checked, and the kit is complete. Since these kits come from China, if you find any missing pieces, it's often quicker to replace them yourself than to deal with the vendor. Most items can be found in the sewing, jewelry, or floral sections of craft stores and Walmart. Hardware and dollar stores also carry many of these supplies. You don’t need to find the exact items; similar alternatives will work just as well.
Like all kits of this type, there’s a mix of paper, beads, wire, fabric trim, fabric swatches, and floral bits. At this stage, it’s hard to tell what everything is. It’s best to organize the accessories in a compartmentalized tray while keeping the wooden furniture and dollhouse parts in their original bags to avoid confusion.
The main structural components of the dollhouse — walls, floors, and roof panels — are made of sturdy 3/4" MDF (medium density fiberboard), ensuring good quality. All exterior sides are pre-painted and scored to resemble siding. The window frames, trim, staircase parts, balcony railings, and furniture pieces are made of wood and already finished, requiring only assembly.
The instructions are primarily in Chinese with some broken English, making them difficult to follow. Instead of relying on them, use the detailed full-color photos as your guide.
