Philipines Normal House

this is my memory when i was a kid , memory that brings me joy

🏠 STEP 1: PLAN YOUR DESIGN

1. Decide on a scale: Common scales are 1:12 or 1:24 (1 inch = 1 foot or ½ foot).
2. Sketch your house: Draw the exterior and rooms.
3. List the parts: Walls, floors, roof, windows, doors, furniture, etc.

✂️ STEP 2: GATHER MATERIALS

You can use basic craft supplies:

1. Cardboard or foam board (for walls/floors)
2. Popsicle sticks / balsa wood (for structure and furniture)
3. Glue gun or craft glue
4. Scissors/craft knife
5. Ruler, pencil
6. Paint, brushes
7. Decor paper, fabric scraps (for wallpaper, curtains)

🧱 STEP 3: BUILD THE STRUCTURE

A. Cut the base and walls:

1. Use foam board or cardboard.
2. Cut out 4 walls and a base according to your sketch.

B. Cut out windows and doors:

1. Use a craft knife carefully.

C. Assemble the structure:

1. Glue the walls to the base.
2. Let dry, then glue on the roof.

🎨 STEP 4: DECORATE THE INTERIOR

Before gluing the roof:

1. Add wallpaper or paint the walls.
2. Lay flooring using printed paper or craft sticks.

Add interior elements:

1. Furniture (DIY or buy)
2. Rugs, curtains, shelves
3. Tiny accessories (books, plants, lights)

🪟 STEP 5: ADD WINDOWS & ROOF

Windows:

1. Use plastic sheet for glass.
2. Frame with popsicle sticks or thin cardboard.

Roof:

1. Use cardboard, wood, or thick paper.
2. Paint and glue in place.

Optional: Add shingles using small cut paper or wood.

🌳 STEP 6: EXTERIOR DESIGN

1. Paint the outside walls.
2. Add pathways (sandpaper or gravel)
3. Make grass using green felt or static grass
4. Add mini trees, fences, or benches