Design and Build Miniature Interiors

A course by Jessica Dance , Artist, Designer, and Life Coach

Artist, Designer, and Life Coach. London, United Kingdom.
Joined September 2020

Create your own miniature world by learning how to make beautiful handcrafted models of home interiors

99% positive reviews (106)
4,500 students
Audio: English
English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Create your own miniature world by learning how to make beautiful handcrafted models of home interiors

The art of craftsmanship is a world of its own. When designer Jessica Dance searched for a way to make her sketches and 3D renderings more tangible, she began to create handcrafted models. With commissioned work from the likes of Vogue X Barbie under her belt, Jessica is here to teach you how to create unique miniature interior furnishings.

Learn how to make a realistic miniature model of a room that is fully decorated and filled with detail. See how to scale, design, and build your own miniature world by learning model-making techniques. Your only limitation is your own imagination!

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What will you learn in this online course?

22 lessons & 20 downloads

What Will We Do in This Course?
2 minutes, 28 seconds
Materials and Tools
4 minutes, 41 seconds
Inspiration Boards
4 minutes, 51 seconds
Scale Explained
3 minutes, 47 seconds
Plans Explained
4 minutes, 38 seconds
Measuring and Cutting Out
11 minutes, 11 seconds
  • 99% positive reviews (106)
  • 4,500 students
  • 22 lessons (3h 18m)
  • 20 additional resources (8 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Create a miniature room equipped with soft furnishings and accessories.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

This course is ideal for interior designers, architects, model makers, set designers, design enthusiasts, hobbyists, and doll house enthusiasts.

Requirements and materials

No previous knowledge is required.

For this course, you will need a variety of materials and tools, which vary depending on the item. In the second unit, Jessica goes into detail on the items needed.


Reviews

4,500 Students
106 Reviews
99% Positive ratings
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Jessica Dance

A course by Jessica Dance

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Artist, Designer, and Life Coach

Jessica Dance is a UK-based artist and designer specialized in creating tactile, handcrafted models. After completing a degree in Fashion Studies at Bournemouth Arts Institute, she went on to make luxury handmade jewelry and props for fashion shoots. She eventually gravitated towards interior design, which led her to making miniature interiors.

Throughout her career, Jessica has worked with industry giants such as British Vogue, Christian Louboutin, BBC, Mulberry, Volkswagen, ITV and The Washington Post. Her work was featured in Vogue X Barbie when she built the iconic Barbie Dream House. She’s also been featured in Stylist, GQ, Creative Review, and Harpers Bazaar. Jessica also runs a coaching business to empower other entrepreneurs to follow their goals.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
    • What Will We Do in This Course?
  • U2

    Preparation

    • Materials and Tools
    • Inspiration Boards
    • Scale Explained
    • Plans Explained
  • U3

    Building the Walls, Windows and Floor

    • Measuring and Cutting Out
    • Windows
    • Panelled Wall
    • Making the Floor
    • Assembly of Your Model
  • U4

    Furniture and Accessories

    • Mid-Century Lounge Chair
    • Seat Pads for the Lounge Chair 1
    • Seat Pads for the Lounge Chair 2
    • Corona Chair 1
    • Corona Chair 2
    • Coffee Table
  • U5

    Accessories and Applications

    • Starburst Clock
    • Books
    • Assembly and Other Room Ideas
    • Final Tips
  • FP

    Final project

    • Design and Build Miniature Interiors

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Design and Build Miniature Interiors. Craft course by Jessica Dance

Design and Build Miniature Interiors

A course by Jessica Dance
Artist, Designer, and Life Coach. London, United Kingdom.
Joined September 2020
  • 99% positive reviews (106)
  • 4,500 students