[Photo Set] Building a Komeda's Coffee Shop

Hello!
This time, I will be writing about how I built an assembly-style Komeda's Coffee shop using Seria's dollhouse base.

By the way, this is a photo set that uses furniture and accessories from the Komeda's Coffee shop collection previously released by Re-Ment.
*I am using both the first and second series.

◾️Base (Walls/Floor)

The boards used are three pieces: the floor and the left and right walls.

I only applied the steel sheet where necessary to save on material, so it looks a bit awkward... lol

The reason why I apply steel sheets to the boards is explained in the table of contents under "You can change the decorations" in the article below.

◾️Flooring/Wallpaper

I prepared a total of 7 sheets for the wallpaper and flooring.

・Flooring

・Exterior wallpaper

For the exterior wall, I used the brick wall currently sold at Seria for the brick sections, and brown masking tape for the pillar-like sections.

For the Komeda logo section (the green band), I created a replica based on the actual Komeda shops, printed it out, and pasted it on.

・Interior wallpaper

For the interior walls, I used wood grain patterns printed from free stock materials.

I attached it to thick paper using double-sided tape, and for the seams, I used 0.5mm thick cardboard cut into strips about 3mm wide.

By the way, I used this paper craft printing paper for the floors and walls.
It has a moderate thickness, making it easy to use for wallpaper.
Also, the back side of the printed surface is a white that isn't too bright, which looks great for wallpaper!

・Others

I will also use a brick wall.

By adding this to the interior wallpaper mentioned earlier, I will use it as a different wall.

I want to be able to use both the white wall and the brick wall, so I am not gluing the brick wall down.

◾️Inset frame

As appeared in the photos earlier, the windows and such are made using the familiar inset frames.
* Regarding the inset frames, this is explained in Western Confectionery Shop Base & Furniture Edition.

By the way, I took some quick photos of how to make the inset frames!

First, make something like this to match the frame opening cut into the board.
(Using 0.5mm thick cardboard)

Matching what I made earlier, I create something like this.

When you glue the two together with bond, it looks like this.

With this, the inset frame is complete!

Inset frames can be finished by applying your favorite colored paper or painting them.

The contents of the inset frame can be freely made with your preferred design.

Once glued to the inset frame, the window is complete!

I also made a door using an inset frame in the same way, but I will post photos later.

◾️ Re-Ment Partition Wall

The Re-Ment Komeda product includes a partition wall, but the base at the bottom was in the way, so I cut it off.

After cutting, the paint peeled off, so I applied black masking tape.

Also, since it becomes easy to tip over without a base, I drilled holes with a pin vise and inserted several magnets.

◾️Photo Set (Setup) Examples

Using the three boards introduced earlier, seven wallpapers, and the brick wall, I made it so they can be used as four types of photo sets.
*All wall accessories have magnets attached to the back.

・Store Interior A

First, this is Store Interior A, which uses the interior wallpaper and the interior wallpaper (with window frame).

I have arranged the furniture and other items with the image of the right side of the shop.

The window is the insert-frame window I introduced earlier.

I recreated the stained glass lighting because the Komeda lighting I saw online was cute♫

I wanted to express a textured glass look, so I applied a textured privacy film for windows on the back.

The way to light it up and hang it is the same mechanism as the lighting that appeared in Western Confectionery Shop Accessories Part 1.

The picture frames decorating the wall are made of cardboard.

The Re-Ment lineup includes menus and such, but since there was no menu stand, I made one myself.

For the roller blinds, I wrapped and glued orange colored paper around 2mm and 1mm wide plastic rods.

・Store Interior B

For Store Interior B, I also used the interior wallpaper and the interior wallpaper (with window frames), but this time I covered the right wall with a brick wall, creating a different layout than before.

The image is of the left side of the shop.

The picture frames attached to the left wall were also made using the same production method as in Store Interior A.

For both Store Interior A and Store Interior B, I have placed numbers on the tables.

・Store Entrance (Inside)

This is a store entrance (inside) set using the interior wallpaper and interior wallpaper (with door frame).
I covered the right wall with brick wallpaper.

Also, to change the image slightly from the previous interior, I added a restroom door.

It is made of cardboard, and I attached a magnetic sheet to the back.

The method for making the doorknob is written inWestern Confectionery Shop Base & Furniture Edition.

I also made a waiting list stand.

The cash register counter was made with 1mm thick cardboard, and finished by pasting on colored paper and paper printed with a wood grain pattern.

The entrance door is made with a frame that fits together with the window.
It does not move and is strictly for decoration.

I forgot to take a picture, but I also made an emergency exit sign above the door.
(Although I say I made it, I just printed a free stock image and pasted it onto cardboard... lol)

・Store entrance (outside)

This is a store entrance (outside) set using the exterior wall and exterior wall (with door frame).

Since it is the image of the outside of the store, the wallpaper and floor have a completely different impression.

The entrance mat is a simple item printed on plain paper, but I feel like just having something like this increases the resolution.

The entrance door uses the same inset frame as the store entrance, but I changed the color of the frame slightly.

Above the Komeda sign, I installed a slightly modified dollhouse light sold at Seria.

◾️ Regarding preventing light leakage from cut-out window and door frames

If you use thick paper for wallpaper and don't shine light directly from behind, it won't be that noticeable, but if you are concerned about light leakage, you can solve it by placing a magnetic sheet on the back as shown below.
(Assuming a steel sheet is attached to the board)

For details, please see [Photo Set] Making a Sylvanian Heights with a Seria Dollhouse Base [100 Yen Shop].

◾️ List of items made

This time, I used several Re-Ment products and other ready-made items, so there wasn't much to make, which was easy!

By the way, the potted plant on the far left was made years ago for the Trooper family.

Also, materials for magazines and newspapers are distributed in the two articles below.

・Addendum regarding the menu booklet

Since the menu booklet included with the Re-Ment set doesn't open, I tried making my own opening menu booklet.

I will use these two paper accessories that came with the Re-Ment set for the menu spread.

◆How to make◆

Cut cardboard about 0.2mm thick into 5.3cm x 3.65cm pieces.

Apply black masking tape to the cardboard from earlier.

Draw a line about 2.6 cm from both the left and right sides.

Trace the lines you drew with a stylus or similar tool.

Using the same cardboard, prepare three pieces cut to 3.5 cm x 2.5 cm.

Combine the two paper accessories included with the Re-Ment set and the three pieces of cardboard from earlier, then apply glue to the spine.
*When stacking, make sure the two Re-Ment paper accessories are stacked so they form a spread.

Once the glue is dry, glue it to the center of the cardboard covered with black masking tape.

Adhere the first and last pages using double-sided tape or glue.

And it's finished!

It ends up a little larger than the Re-Ment booklet, but I've made an open menu booklet!

By the way, it might also be a good idea to place other paper accessories on the cash register counter like this.

◾️About Storage

Since this is also an assembly-type set, everything including the Re-Ment furniture and accessories can be stored in a document case.

Also, as usual, the boards are stored separately in a case like this.

◾️Trying out a photoshoot

I immediately tried taking photos with Sylvanian Families!
※Please note that I didn't pay attention to the background this time, so it might look plain white. lol

After waiting for a while, it seems everyone was able to get a seat.

And so, I took some photos like this!
I love Komeda myself and often go there with my husband, so I'm very happy that I was able to make a photo set this time.

I made it so I can take various photos, so I think I'll enjoy the Komeda vibe even when I'm at home from now on! Of course, I'll still go to the shop too!! Haha

◾️ Regarding the use of the boards (panels) I have made so far

Starting with a video rental shop, I have made several assembly-type photo sets using dollhouse bases.

Since I have accumulated boards with window frames and door frames cut out, I think it would be nice to try making a shop using the existing boards next time.

* For a detailed explanation of the panel (board) list, please see the article [Photo Set] Making a Sylvanian Housing Complex with Seria Dollhouse Bases [100 Yen Shop].

I haven't decided what to make next yet, but I have compiled my creations using dollhouse bases in the magazine below, so I would be happy if you could come and take a look again ♫

Thank you for reading until the end!