Tiny Free Library Part 2

I based the size of the door on the size of the tiny hinges I had, and the microscope slides I used for glass window panes.

I cut out the panes and then held the glass in place with overlapping boards on front and back.

The overall shape was just a full sheet of balsawood with the top corners cut off.

Next I built a frame from little square dowels and glued the sides of the house onto it.

I added the shelf and floor to the structure (would have been easier if I'd waited to put the walls on).

I added the door hardware, and cut the pieces for the roof.

I used a nail dremel to create wood texture in my wood (silly), then cut it into individual shingles to cover the roof.

I watched lots of actual shingling videos to try to get this part right, but ended up using wood glue instead of tiny nails.

Once the roof plates were mostly shingled, I added them to the structure before doing the final layers of shingles.

At this point I decided to add a "Free" box to the bottom shelf, since this is another common feature on our street.

I stained the roof, painted the sides, and sealed the inside with mod podge to weatherproof it a bit.

I used acrylic paint pens to add some ornamental details to the front.

I added a tiny sign to the top, and protected the hardware and glass. Ready for several layers of clear coat to seal it all!

As waterproof as I can make it. Not sure what to do about the cracks around the doorframe.

I filled the base with little tiles I had lying around for added weight and stability.

I installed it using STRONG adhesive to a mossy ledge out near the sidewalk.

I stocked it with tiny books, and filled the "free" box with cool rocks, and the color pencil earrings I didn't want.

I can't wait for neighbors to discover it as they walk by!