Build a three story dream dollhouse perfect for 12" dolls with these free easy step by step do it yourself dollhouse plans! Inspired by the KidKraft So Chic dollhouse, this do it yourself version is made of soy based plywood and finished with non toxic linseed oil.

Preparation
1 - sheet 3/4" PureBond Plywood
7 - 2x2 @ 8 feet long
1/4" plywood scraps for roof
2 - 1x2 @ 8 feet long for stairs
4 - 2" caster wheels and screws for 3/4" stock
use either 3" screws or 2 1/2" pocket hole screws, depending on your joinery technique
7 - 2x2 @ 32"
6 - 2x2 @ 24"
4 - 2x2 @ (Both ends cut at 30 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel, long point measurement)
4 - 2x2 @ 37 5/8" (One end cut at 30 degrees off square, long point measurement)
Plywood cut to diagram
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
Step 1
Have your home improvement center rip your plywood into a strip 24" wide and a strip 13 1/2" wide as shown in diagram. Then all you have to do is make the crosscuts.
NOTE: I really considered using 1/4" plywood for the floors, but wanted to create a dollhouse that would last and last - and could even be used as a bookshelf later on. The 1/4" plywood is just too flimsy for that. Then I considered 1/2", but the price difference between 1/2" and 3/4" is only a few bucks, and 3/4" is just so much easier to work with because you have a wider area to work with. Of course you can modify this plan - if you made this dollhouse with 1/4" plywood, it would be CHEAP to make ... like $30 cheap.
Step 2
Build the ends as shown above. You can use a countersink bit and 3" screws or the Kreg Jig and 1 1/2" pocket holes and 2 1/2 pocket hole screws. For the angled joints, just clamp, glue and predrill holes with a countersink bit. I only used one screw (and alot of glue) for each joint to avoid splitting the wood.
Step 3
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Step 6
Step 7
Step 11
Step 12
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
Sherry (not verified)
Sun, 12/25/2011 - 04:53
Barbie doll house
My husband built our little Anna the hugest doll house ever. She loves it!
Guest (not verified)
Fri, 12/30/2011 - 21:11
dollhouse you can sit in?
I love these plans and hope to be able to make one for my kids, but when I saw the picture of the Voila house, it reminded me of one I used to see in the backs of comic books (I grew up in the 70s but also had some of my mom's older comics so I don't know exactly which ones they were in). It was a fairly large dollhouse also, but it was two sides that met in the middle, and there was a space open in the middle that a child could sit in and close the house around herself (or himself, I guess). I always thought it would be wonderful to get in it and shut myself away from my brother. ;-) Now I just wonder if anyone else has ever seen this dollhouse or know of plans for one like it? I've thought about sketching out plans for it myself, but have never gotten around to it. For now I'd be happy knowing I wasn't imagining things back then. Thanks!
Justyna (not verified)
Tue, 01/03/2012 - 15:42
Link to the plans
I was wondering if you could provide the link to accessing the plans for all the components for this dollhouse? thank you sooo much!
Guest (not verified)
Tue, 01/24/2012 - 05:29
I spent $40 on plywood (but
I spent $40 on plywood (but only needed half, so used the other half for something else). Probably $10 on 2x2. About $20 on paint and craft paper. And another $10 on wood to make furniture. Not too bad!!!!!
But I thought I just read That boiled linseed oil is dangerous for kids, and you should only use raw linseed oil. Boiled has petroleum products in it.
claydowling
Tue, 01/24/2012 - 06:18
Finish safety
Boiled linseed oil is indeed very dangerous for kids, so don't put it in their sippy cup. And that's the quantities you'd have to consume to make it dangerous. I'm not aware of petroleum products in BLO, but it does contain metal salts, and metal salts are unhealthy to have build up in your blood (think lead poisoning).
Once the finish is dry to the touch, the metals are trapped in the oil, and can't get free. Usually 24 to 48 hours is sufficient. Once the metals can't get out, it's about as dangerous as metal eating utensils.
The bigger risk is fire. The rag used to apply BLO generates heat during the cure process, and if the heat can't escape you'll get a fire. Spread the rags out to dry a single layer deep, and don't chuck them in the trash until they've had a day or so.
Just for future reference, none of the finishes available at a woodworking store or home center are dangerous for kids once they're cured. All of them are bad for adults when consumed in their uncured form. Some of them, such as shellac, are common food ingredients. If you ever see shiny candy or pills, that's a layer of dewaxed shellac making it shiny.
Guest (not verified)
Sat, 04/14/2012 - 23:15
foldable doll house
I live in Singapore where the apartments are rather small I love this doll house but due to the large size wish it was foldable into one box which can fit under the bed so that my girls can play when they want and put it away when not in use. Hope some one comes with a plan to use for me. Thanks
mzprfkt (not verified)
Tue, 10/16/2012 - 05:41
Amazing
You are so amazing. You make these projects simple enough for anyone. I cannoe=t wait to start this dollhouse for my granddaughter. Thank you so much for all you do!
Annetta Boyd (not verified)
Tue, 10/16/2012 - 22:49
Dream dollhouse
Thank you so much Ana! this is my first project and I so hope it comes out ok... my 4 year old is going to have an amazing Christmas! :)
Indiana Novice (not verified)
Thu, 10/25/2012 - 18:57
30 degree off square angle question
High, in the directions it says to cut one end of the 37 5/8 inch 2x2's 30 degrees off square. It also says to cut the 15 5/8 inch 2x2's at 30 degrees off square. My miter chop saw has the marking at 22.5 for that cut. However, when I line the long boards up with the shorter ones, they don't meet to make straight walls for the house. What am i missing here? I know i'm a novice and terrible with angle math, so I'm thankful for any "Angles for Dummies" advice. please help.
ashleyam (not verified)
Fri, 10/26/2012 - 13:16
angled cuts not working?
When you cut the roof frame 2x2's and long wall pieces ALL 30 degrees off square, it is NOT working for me. Can someone explain these angles cuts in layman terms? Any help is greatly appreciated!