Now that we’ve taxed our brains learning the basics of scale and the importance of measuring extra carefully...let’s pivot. Whimsical mini scenes can be created by forgoing all the restrictions of scale, opening up your imagination and letting the creativity flow. Designing with oversize prints, a variety of doll sizes and incorporating real life items like spools, buttons and clocks into your mini world can create the most charming and eye catching tiny scenes and the best part is, the possibilities are unlimited!
Find a piece of scrapbook paper you love but the blooms are huge...no worries! The contrast between the wallpaper and 1:12 scale chair is the only statement piece you'll need. Same with fabric, don’t just reach for tiny patterns, be bold and choose a pattern because you can't take your eyes off it. This goes for textures too...faux fur may appear way off scale paired with your tiny table but the contrast makes it more visually striking and the variation in scales can help convey a sense of proportion and depth.
The contrast in size between the floral wallpaper and the 1:12 scale stool creates a more dramatic space
The items that house your mini creation can be of various sizes and proportions too. Some of the most charming houses aren't actually houses at all, but cabinets, bookshelves and suitcases that creators have turned into miniature displays.
Contrasting sizes of dolls and accessories can create a more enchanting miniature scene with one of a kind, unique personality. As does combining dolls, animals and figures in a variety of scales. There are are no rules to keep you from blending a 1:144 scale animal with a much larger 1:12 scale doll to create a charming, storybook setting.
Combining small dolls with oversize furniture and accessories creates a charming mini world
Oversize print wallpaper and a table made from a vintage spool aren't following any particular mini scale but still fit well together
Using your imagination and forgoing the strict rules of scale can feel liberating! The juxtaposition of items in various scales allows for creative expression and one of a kind miniature design bringing your tiny universe to life in delightful and imaginative ways. And the possibilities are truly endless!
Quick Take
- There's only one rule when combining items in a variety of scales...be creative and have fun!
