Katharina Buczek
“I am going to a local thrift store and looking for a dollhouse now,” said a third.
So, if you are totally into the haunted mansion and dollhouse vibes, too, there are a bunch of ways to get started.
Creating Your Disturbing Dollhouse
The obvious first step for this project is to acquire a dollhouse. If you do not currently have one from childhood, you can check out local thrift stores, antique stores, and garage sales.
And once you have the house, the fun can really begin. Most dollhouses come in light and bright colors. So, you can start by deciding on a theme and painting the exterior accordingly.
Spray paint would be ideal since it can seamlessly cover those cracks and hard-to-reach places. And you can choose from all kinds of color combinations.
For example, a black base is perfect if you want to add red blood splatter later. Or you could also use a deep purple, orange, or any color you like.
Then, after you are done painting the outside, you can focus on making the inside as terrifying as possible.
A good starting place is the walls of your dollhouse– since they are probably still a light color or more “happy” design. If you want to go for something a bit darker, you can totally buy some wrapping paper or use designed cardstock. Then, simply hot glue your paper of choice to the walls.
And if you don’t have access to those materials, don’t fret. You can even print out wallpaper designs from Etsy and use those, too.
Next, you can inspect your doll house’s floors. If they are looking a bit too bright or pristine, you can spray a bit of black or dark brown paint and smudge it with a rag. This will make the floors appear run down and a bit warped.
