And not something that falls apart |
If you really want to learn something Don't believe the advertising. They'll tell you it's 'simple and easy' Hearing that should make you queasy. I decided, on my niece's birthday A home-made gift (much less to pay!) So I bought a doll-house kit The commercials said 'Buy it, buy it'. Now I'm physically and mentally Exhausted! And finally Ready to get some expert advice Even if it's at a price. The expert comes in, at $$ per hour And proceeds to make doll house and tower. First, you get the foundation in By jabbing cardboard with a pin. Once the cardboard is strong and all You make each wall so tall. You take your pick of thin and thick Rod, straw and ice-cream stick. You glue them vertically, an inch apart Then on the roof you can start. That involves squared bits of paper To the top they have to taper. Tie them, glue them, pin and bind them But make sure you do not grind them! Now your house is almost done What's left involves colours and fun. You paint it any colour you choose A rainbow, if that strikes your muse. Then you add the accessories A garden, with flowers and berries. Your niece will surely get a thrill! But you need to chill The expert gives you his bill (well, it's not quite half-a-mill) Next time, buy the thing off the shelf When you try do it yourself It's clumsy and not a keeper And the ready-made is much cheaper! |