The Gloucester Dollhouse Day 11

It's time to install the first floor staircase before proceeding with the other rooms. Assembly requires careful attention, as the instructions and drawings can be misleading. The staircase should be placed on the left side of the dollhouse where the larger rooms are located. Dry fitting the staircase is recommended to ensure correct assembly. 

The construction process is somewhat counterintuitive, so it's helpful to keep the staircase upright in its final position while assembling. Using clamps and masking tape to secure it to a table can provide stability and clarity during assembly. The risers and steps are equal in width, with no overhang. Glue both to the back edges of the staircase sides, not between them, to ensure proper fit in the dollhouse. 

Begin assembly from the bottom up, maintaining consistent width between the sides. If needed, use a glue stick at the top to keep the sides parallel. After the staircase dries, paint it entirely in one color before adding "carpet." Cut fabric to the staircase width, glue it on, and trim excess. Decorative beads can be added to step corners, with golden straight pins inserted between them for a rod effect. 

The staircase should fit easily into place. The wooden handrail from the kit will be replaced with ribbon ones after completing the room above.