This inexpensive teapot kit by Mustard Seed Miniatures contains a 1:12 scale resin teapot, instructions for finishing, and a decal to create the effect of a detailed ceramic finish.
Resin miniatures must be undercoated or paint will not adhere readily. The final result will depend on the detail of the original casting, so check for crisp accurate mold lines. The kit in this photo comes from an offset mold and requires a lot of sanding to finish.Price $5 online or from various miniature shows.'Chintz' Tea Pot Kit by Mustard Seed Miniatures
From Lesley Shepherd, About.com
A number of inexpensive resin miniatures are available as kits for finishing later. The final results will depend on the kit detail and the finisher's skills.
Mustard Seed Miniatures 'Chintz' 1:12 scale resin teapot kit
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