Two Story 18" or American Girl Dollhouse

Build your own two story dollhouse for 18" or American Girl dolls. This is a more compact size that is easier to reach inside rooms. Related: Three story American Girl Dollhouse.

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Step by step

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Step 1

Mark all three of the longer pieces of plywood as shown in diagram and cut with circular saw.

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Step 2

Cut out windows in panels by first drilling a hole in the center of the cutout with a large drill bit. Then use the jigsaw to finish cutting out. Window cutouts can be customized, dimensions shown are same as shown in illustrations.

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Drill three ¾” pocket holes on each end of the floor pieces.

Attach with 1-¼” pocket hole screws to the walls as shown.

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Step 4

Drill ¾” pocket holes on ends of bay supports. Attach to the bottom and back. Also use 1-¼’ nails to fasten the bottom floor to the top edge of the 1x2.

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Apply glue to the back edges of the dollhouse.

Attach back panel with ¾” brad nails and wood glue.

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Step 6

Attach the roof pieces together first with ¾” pocket holes and 1-¼” pocket hole screws. The center roof piece is centered on the longer roof piece. Then attach completed roof pieces to top of dollhouse with 1-¼” brad nails and wood glue.

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Step 7

Attach remaining roof pieces to back with glue and 1-¼” brad nails. Start at the top and work downward.

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Attach window pieces together first with 1-¼” brad nails and glue.

Then slide in window openings and attach with glue and a couple of brad nails.

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Finishing

Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.