Abuela Susana’s Tropical Farmhouse Kitchen

"Abuela Susana’s kitchen is the heart of the home, where the smell of sofrito simmering on the stove is a permanent fixture. It is a place of storytelling, where grandchildren learn to peel plantains while listening to tales of the island, keeping heritage alive through every shared meal."

The room is 12 inches wide by 10 inches deep. A central wooden table sits in the middle for prep work. The back wall features a stove and open shelving (1:12 scale: 8.5 feet tall ceilings, so 8.5 inches wall height). The side wall has a window with wooden shutters overlooking a metaphorical garden.

• Basswood sheets (various thicknesses)
• Polymer clay for tiles
• Acrylic paints
• Balsa wood strips for shelving
• Fine-grit sandpaper
• Wood glue
• Matte clear coat sealer

• 1:12 scale gas range - Miniature Kitchen Store - $25 - BUY - ESSENTIAL
• Tiny clay pots - Etsy - $12 - BUY - ESSENTIAL
• Basswood sheets - Hobby Lobby - $15 - BUY - ESSENTIAL
• Acrylic paints - Amazon - $10 - BUY - ESSENTIAL
• 1:12 scale miniature coffee beans - Handmade - $0 - MAKE - OPTIONAL

1. 1Construct the shell of the room using basswood.
2. 2Install flooring using thin wood veneer or printed tile paper.
3. 3Build the base cabinets and countertops.
4. 4Create open shelving and attach to the walls.
5. 5Paint all architectural elements and fixtures.
6. 6Add small details, kitchenware, and food accessories.

• 🌿A small pile of plantains in a wire basket
• ☕An embroidered tea towel draped over the oven handle
• ☕A faint 'grease' stain near the stove area
• ☕A small ceramic mug left on the counter
• 🪵Worn edges on the wooden dining table