We have Bespaq Furniture in stock, and receive new arrivals on a regular basis. Bespaq is well known for exquisite detail and craftsmanship that provides years of long lasting beauty.
We maintain a large selection of Wallpaper to compliment any room. Also, we stock "hard to find items" that have been discontinued, but are still considered "timeless classics."
Beautifully Etched Glass Entry Doors, along with Traditional Styles complete with Hardware,Hinges, Door Knobs & even Brass Kick Plates.
Our finishing & trim pieces will give your "dreamhome" that professional look and feel. The staircases, wood flooring, windows, lattice panels, and doors are all constructed from fine quality materials.
Dollhouse kits start at $40.00, and we carry a large selection of custom paint colors, tools, supplies, and finishing materials you need.
In addition to Tacky Glue, you will find a complete selection of adhesives like All-Purpose Wood Glue, Fimo, & Quick Grab, just to name a few.
X-Acto Tools, Mini Tool Sets, Drills, Punches, Saw Blades & more.
Cir-Kit, the leader in Electrical Components for miniatures is the only name we trust and so should you.
The revolutionary Cir-Kit Electrical Tape is easy to apply, yet very durable. We also stock Transformers, Junction Splices, and a wide selection of Lighting Fixtures.
Barbie Dollhouses and Accessories
Putting A Price On That Collectible
by Sandy Knoll
How do you really know that that great item you just found at the neighborhood garage sale is the real deal? In other words, is it really a collectible item or someone else's discarded piece of junk?
What's its condition? Does it look new or used? Clean or dirty? Scratched, torn soiled, or nice, new and pristine? Did your new doll, train or other unique item come with the box or without?
Here's an idea for establishing its heritage: look carefully for any brand names, place of manufacture, trade or any other type of mark. How about when it was made. Some treasures will have a date or at least a year stamped on them. This can help you verify it's true background.
If the item is a doll, is it still in its original box, or does it even have the box at all? When inspecting your doll, look for the above mentioned identifying marks.
Use catalogues, hobby magazines and online groups to help you know the value of your collectible. Online auctions can be a great source to see what similar or the same items are selling for. This is a great indicator of the approximate value of your item. Just remember, you can probably get more for your item if you sell it locally where the prospective buyer can see, feel and touch the collectible.
Finally, be sure to visit the local antique shops and see what they will give you for it. Some areas even have hobby clubs and organizations where you are sure to find help with your item's value.
Sandy Knoll, author and webmistress, operates http://www.famouscollectible.com, a terrific resource for collectibles. She is a garage sale junkie who swears by the collectible items she has found there.
The Itsy Bitsy Dollhouse Luz J. Castenada, Proprietor 779 Hickory Avenue Harahan, LA 70123
