Welcome to Shire Meadow Studio 🌿✨
I'm Shirley — maker of miniatures, wrangler of Mod Podge, and lover of all things tiny and magical.
Here in my little corner of the internet, I bring you DIY dioramas, scenic set builds, and creative craft projects inspired by fairy tales, film scenes, and a sprinkle of cottagecore chaos.
Whether I’m laser-cutting a tiny teapot or turning old junk into a fantasy backdrop, you’ll find plenty of inspiration, how-tos, and behind-the-scenes mischief.
The name Shire Meadow comes from the Old English roots of my own name — "Shire" (bright) and "Ley" (meadow) — and this channel is my own bright little meadow of creativity.
So if you love handmade magic, a bit of whimsy, and a good rummage through the craft stash, you’re in the right place.
Pull up a toadstool and stay awhile! 🧵🍄✨
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I made a memory shadow box in the shape of our old dog Willoughby 🌿
Built from layered paper trees and leaves, his silhouette only appears when the light hits from behind and you stand in just the right place.
A quiet tribute to a rescue dog who grew up with our children, watched over us all, and loved nothing more than trees, light, and the freedom of the beach 💙🐾
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This year’s birthday gift to myself 🌿
Tiny decorated perfume bottles, each with its own story — hobbits, ancient legends, forest paths, trees, and a little golden glamour.
I blended natural oil perfumes to match each bottle, turning a handful of thrifted glass into something both useful and meaningful.
Slow crafting, saved supplies, and a quiet wander through the meadow 💚
Full video now live on YouTube.
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Leftover candle wax + book moulds + a little Hobbit inspiration 🌿
I turned forgotten candle jars into cosy book candles using scraps I already had — a quick, simple make to start the New Year, with just a hint of Shire magic.
Full make over on the channel ✨📚🕯️
Happy New Year and all the very best for 2026
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The final three buildings of our handmade advent village ✨
For these, I revisited an old book nook I built years ago and gave it a second life as larger shops to hold the final Christmas gifts. Built from repurposed packaging, paper clay and hoarded craft supplies, they now sit glowing softly in our hallway — ready for the last doors to open.
Thank you so much for all the support this year, and wishing you a very happy Christmas 🤍🎄
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Two more buildings join the advent village 🌿
This time, a Hobbit house and an Elven tower — both built from scraps, cereal boxes, hoarded bits and a little Tolkien-inspired magic.
Removable snow, glowing windows, and one very involved cat supervisor 🐾
Just one more set of builds to go…
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Three wobbly wizard towers have joined the advent village ✨
Built from saved scraps, forgotten 3D prints, cardboard tubes, and a few very persuasive spare roofs — all finished with removable snow so they can live on long after Christmas.
Each one glows softly inside, hiding a tiny gift and a bit of festive magic 🕯️
That’s three more buildings complete… and many still to go.
New video is up now 🤍
Please can you re-write my following YouTube script on a Shire Meadow Studio style 😊
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Nine more little buildings have joined the advent village 🤍
Houses, cottages… and yes, even a couple of sheds.
Each one is built from hoarded boxes, rescued materials, and those “I’ll use that someday” craft supplies we all seem to collect.
There’s also removable snow, so these tiny buildings can live on as future backdrops long after Christmas.
As always, thank you for watching and for sharing this cosy creative journey with me — it truly means the world.
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Today on the workbench… five miniature churches and chapels for my Advent Calendar village!
All made from saved scraps, old 3D prints and leftover bits from past projects — even a couple of abandoned LEGO roofs got recruited. The snow may look real, but it’s actually PVA glue and baking powder having a very dramatic moment together.
Can’t wait for you to see how Willow’s advent village is coming together — this little winter world is growing fast! ❄️⛪✨
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✨ NEW VIDEO! ✨
I’ve just posted a magical festive DIY — a Harry Potter light-up Christmas tree collar to hide the tree base, complete with snowy scenes of Hogwarts, Diagon Alley, and Hogsmeade (including one inspired by Hogwarts Legacy!).
The panels glow from within using tiny LEDs and printed transparency windows, all wrapped around a curved wood-effect frame. It turned out so cosy and enchanting, and I can’t wait for you to see it! 🕯️❄️
Pop over for a watch if you fancy some winter crafting magic.
Let me know which panel you’d want under your tree! 🎄✨
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✨ New Build! Snow White’s Cottage ✨
I’ve finally finished my scratch-built miniature Snow White Cottage, complete with tiny lanterns, fireflies, roses, moss… and even a handmade thatched roof!
This one has been on my list for a long time, so I’m really excited to share it with you.
I made the whole cottage in my usual small scale using foam board, foam clay, resin, texture pastes and lots of tiny details. It was such a lovely project to work on — and it feels extra special because it marks a huge milestone…
🌟 We’re almost at 10,000 subscribers! 🌟
Thank you so much for all your support, your comments, and for joining me on these tiny crafting adventures. I truly appreciate every single one of you.
The full video is now live — hope you enjoy the cottage as much as I loved building it!
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