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A miniature sewing room with a small black sewing machine on a wooden desk, a pink stool, an ironing board, and a bed. The slanted wall has blue floral wallpaper.
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DIY Dollhouse Wallpaper

Dreaming of perfect dollhouse wallpaper without the boutique price tag? Discover the easy, budget-friendly way to wallpaper at a miniature scale.

Equipment

  • Scissors or craft knife
  • Cutting mat
  • Ruler
  • Pencil

Materials

  • Scrapbook paper, wrapping paper, origami paper, or printed wallpaper design
  • Plain white paper (for template)
  • Double-sided tape
  • Regular tape
  • Optional: PVA glue or Mod Podge

Instructions

  • Make a wall template.

    Tape together pieces of plain paper until the sheet covers your dollhouse wall. Press the paper into corners, around windows, and along edges to create crease lines. Cut along the creases to form a template.

  • Attach wallpaper to the template.

    Place your chosen wallpaper over the template and secure it with double-sided tape. Make sure the pattern is facing the correct direction.

  • Trim the edges.

    Cut around the template to remove excess paper and trim openings for windows or doors.

  • Do a dry fit.

    Hold the wallpaper panel against the dollhouse wall to check the size and pattern placement before sticking it down.

  • Install the wallpaper.

    Apply double-sided tape around the edges and across the middle. Carefully press the wallpaper onto the wall and smooth it into place.

  • Finish the edges.

    Trim any overhanging edges with a craft knife. Press down corners or add a small dab of glue if needed.

Notes

  • Scrapbook paper is one of the easiest materials for dollhouse wallpaper because it comes in many small-scale patterns.
  • Printable wallpaper designs allow you to create completely custom dollhouse rooms.
  • Use smaller patterns for the most realistic miniature look.
  • Double-sided tape works well because it keeps the paper flat and allows easy removal later.