Living Large In a Small Mansion

The title of today's blog is two-fold. 1) It addresses how I feel about living in this earthly body. My spirit is large; but is being contained in a mini mansion. That is, until I'm free to soar like I was meant to do! And, 2) Sometimes we would like things in "real life" that we simply cannot afford. So, my motto is: "If you can't have it in real life, why not have it in miniature?!" Thus, the title of this blog: "Living Large in a Small Mansion!"

I probably mentioned it somewhere on this blog before, but just in case I haven't, here it is again: My Thornhill will be a modern miniature mansion. The dollhouse world seems to focus on the Victorian era, but I think with us being well into the 21st Century, dollhouses should progress there as well. And, as luck would have it, I've spent some time perusing the internet for other modernly furnished mini homes and have found some amazing sites.

One of my favorite sites is Modern Mini Houses. This site not only has phenomenal pictures of modern mini settings, but also has a directory for quite a few of the best modern mini designers.

I've obtained a few modern mini pieces, but have decided to venture into the world of attempting to make my own. (Oh, don't get me wrong, I will more than likely purchase more than I make!) But, I truly must thank God because I believe He has blessed me and my family when it comes to working with our hands. Most hobbies we learn, we manage to perfect. My mother is the best seamstress south of the Mason-Dixon Line. She can make anything without a pattern! I can sew...but not to that extent! (You'd better give me a pattern if you want it to come out right!) Never-the-less, I would be remiss if I didn't put my trust and faith in God and His capabilities of working through my very hands to fulfill the goal of making some of my own modern minis!

1 Corinthians 12:4 declares, "There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them."

I have yet to discover my spiritual gift, but I do know that my dollhouses are meant to soothe the soul and to edify His kingdom (hence, the donations of these mini homes to bring healing and smiles to children who are less fortunate and/or battling terminal illnesses).

Gabriel believes my dollhouses are my gift, but I am not so sure. I feel there's something more God wants me to do. But, in the mean time, I will continue to work on them and do what I believe to be for the betterment of His kingdom. (This will also keep Gabriel happy!)

I found a white sectional at a thrift store near my house. I thought it would make the perfect "modern" piece for the living room. I will attempt to reupholster the sectional in colors that are more complimentary to my setting! I think it has great potential. Stay tuned as to how I do with this project!

God bless!