--- product_id: 81785321 title: "The World of Miniatures: From Simple Cabins to Ornate Palaces" price: "¥13170" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/81785321-the-world-of-miniatures-from-simple-cabins-to-ornate-palaces store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # The World of Miniatures: From Simple Cabins to Ornate Palaces **Price:** ¥13170 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The World of Miniatures: From Simple Cabins to Ornate Palaces - **How much does it cost?** ¥13170 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/81785321-the-world-of-miniatures-from-simple-cabins-to-ornate-palaces) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description If you think of dolls houses as usually being period houses, it's time to think again! In this amazing compendium of miniature buildings, author Sarah Walkley looks at the many other styles of construction created by miniatures enthusiasts including cozy cottages modern loft apartments churches garden sheds l ighthouses windmills Each of the 12 chapters will be accompanied by tips on the key techniques needed to recreate a particular style of property. This will include, for example, how to lay wooden floors or work with molding to create a grand country estate, or how to install lighting in a lighthouse. It aims to provide inspiration to those that are new to the hobby, or want to take their model-making a stage further, as well as being a delightful read for those who are simply fascinated by all things miniature. Review: Awesome Book - Doll house Building, what an interesting book. It shows you how, what you need, the materials to use, it filled with great ideas. My older kids have been reading it, too. They are interested. What a great hobby. It's a beautiful book, filled with so much knowledge on woodworking, with great pictures. Easy to read and understand. My kids are excited about learning these things. And quite frankly, so am I. Review: Beautiful + Informative - I was so excited to get this book, I can already tell it’s going to be very helpful and informative. As someone who’s new to miniatures, I need some guidance and this book has so much information as well as beautiful photos. So even if I chose to never use it, it would still make a awesome coffee table book. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #429,867 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #97 in Miniatures | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 237 Reviews | ## Images ![The World of Miniatures: From Simple Cabins to Ornate Palaces - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81b6fs06bBL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome Book *by A***E on June 2, 2025* Doll house Building, what an interesting book. It shows you how, what you need, the materials to use, it filled with great ideas. My older kids have been reading it, too. They are interested. What a great hobby. It's a beautiful book, filled with so much knowledge on woodworking, with great pictures. Easy to read and understand. My kids are excited about learning these things. And quite frankly, so am I. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful + Informative *by T***N on February 17, 2021* I was so excited to get this book, I can already tell it’s going to be very helpful and informative. As someone who’s new to miniatures, I need some guidance and this book has so much information as well as beautiful photos. So even if I chose to never use it, it would still make a awesome coffee table book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very nice printed book *by S***E on January 25, 2024* There's something nice with having an actual book to read on the couch, away from your digital screens. If you like miniature stuff then you might like this book. It surely gives inspiration to making things of your own. ## Frequently Bought Together - The World of Miniatures: From Simple Cabins to Ornate Palaces - 50 Makes for Modern Miniatures: Decorate and furnish your DIY Doll House - Making Dolls' House Furniture in 1/12th Scale --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/81785321-the-world-of-miniatures-from-simple-cabins-to-ornate-palaces](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/81785321-the-world-of-miniatures-from-simple-cabins-to-ornate-palaces) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-11-04*