Create Dollhouses & Miniatures

Unlock your inner maker and learn how to create beautiful dollhouses. Slow down, get creative, and craft something truly magical—one tiny piece at a time. Whether you’re experienced or new to craft, refine your skills with DIY sensation Geneva Vanderzeil.

Buy Course AUD $49 / One Time

Beginner Friendly

Step-by-step lessons with clear instructions, designed for first-timers and creative dabblers alike.

Student Community

Be part of our community where you can ask questions, share progress, and get feedback from the DIY School team and other students.

Course Materials

Downloadable templates, supply lists, and printable resources — everything you need to start right away.

Flexible Learning

Start anytime, go at your own pace, and revisit lessons whenever you need. You’ll have lifetime access.

The Skills to Get Started

Learn everything you need — from prepping an old dollhouse to styling every tiny room. Even if you've never crafted before, this course will give you the confidence, techniques, and creative spark to transform any dollhouse into a miniature masterpiece.

  • Planning your renovation and choosing a style
  • Wallpapering
  • Making miniatures and furniture pieces
  • Creating rugs, artworks, cushions, and curtains
  • Selecting materials, glues, and tools that actually work
  • Bonus furniture templates, printable wallpapers, and shopping lists
  • Prepping and painting existing surfaces
  • Laying miniature flooring — tiles, timber and more
  • Styling tiny beds, sofas, kitchens and living spaces
  • Understanding scale and how to work with it
  • Sourcing second-hand dollhouses and giving them new life

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Explore Your Lessons

Welcome
Buying a Dollhouse
Tools & Materials
My Dollhouses
Designing Your Dollhouse
Dollhouse Shopping Guide
Scalloped Shingle Roof
Straight Shingled Roof
Brick Walls
Timber Siding
Painting
Window Trim
Making Floor Templates
Brick
Timber
Paper Tiles
Wood Tiles
Wood Herringbone
Stone
A Guide to Wallpaper
Board & Batten
Stone Effect
Kitchen Backsplash
Designing & Making Furniture
Two Easy Dining Tables
Upholstered Bed
Cantilever Chair
Kitchen
Tub Chair
Workbench
Sofa
Built In Shelving
Fireplace
Rangehood
Wall Shelves
Potted Plants
Books
Round Rug
Printed Patterned Rug
Jute Rug
Picture Frames
Bottle Top Pies
Vases
Trash Decor
Exterior Vines
Finishing Trim
Cleaning & Maintaining
My Christmas Dollhouse
Dollhouse Planner
Shopping Guide
Christmas Tree
Christmas Wreath
Paper Chain Garland
Gingerbread House
Making The Tree
The Finished Dollhouse

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Get instant access to 50+ step-by-step video lessons, downloadable materials, and a supportive maker community. Start your miniature masterpiece today!

This Course
$49 (AUD)
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Everything you need to start making beautiful dollhouses & miniatures — build confidence, skills, and a creative spark. Lifetime access. No ongoing fees.
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We know you'll find your new creative obsession - but if the course isn’t right for you, we’ll give you a full refund within 15 days — no questions asked.

Simple Techniques. Amazing Results.

Cladding

Cladding

Brick

Brick

Tiles

Tiles

Board & Batten

Board & Batten

Wallpaper

Wallpaper

Furniture

Furniture

Decorations

Decorations

Christmas

Christmas

Meet Your Instructor

Geneva Vanderzeil

Geneva Vanderzeil is one of the most influential voices in DIY, creativity, and upcycling — with over a decade of inspiring millions to make beautiful things with their own hands. Through her bestselling books, viral videos, and popular website Collective Gen, Geneva has built a global community around the belief that anyone can create — they just need the right guidance and a little inspiration.

Her work has been featured by The New York Times, The Guardian, Martha Stewart, Buzzfeed, and more. With over 2 million followers across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, Geneva’s creative projects have reached makers in every corner of the world.

Now, through The DIY School, she’s bringing her most-loved skills into structured, accessible online courses — starting with furniture upcycling, embroidery, dollhouses, mosaics, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I need any experience to join?

    Not at all! This course is perfect for complete beginners. Whether you’re crafty or not, we’ll walk you through every step—from building a tool kist and materials list to decorating it with handmade miniatures.

  • What materials will I need?

    The course inclueds a full supply list when you join. Most materials are easy to find at your local hardware or craft store, and we also include budget-friendly alternatives and ways to reuse things you might already have at home.

  • How long does the course take to complete?

    It’s entirely self-paced. Some people complete their dollhouse in a weekend, others chip away at it over a few months. You can revisit lessons anytime and work at the speed that suits you — you have lifetime access.

  • Is it suitable for kids?

    Yes—with a little help! Kids can enjoy the course with adult supervision, especially when it comes to cutting and using tools. It’s a wonderful project to do together.

  • Can I purchase a course as a gift for someone else?

    Yes! You can easily buy any course or bundle as a gift. During checkout, just select the option to purchase as a gift, enter the recipient’s name and email, and add a personal message if you like. They’ll receive an email with instructions to redeem their gift and start the course whenever they’re ready. It’s a thoughtful and easy present for birthdays, holidays, or just because.

  • Does the course have subtitles?

    Yes! All videos include subtitles in English, Spanish, and French, so you can follow along in your preferred language.

  • What if I decide the course isn’t right for me?

    No problem — we offer a 15-day money-back guarantee. If you’re not happy with the course, we’ll refund you in full. No questions asked.

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