Grandfather's Antique Store DIY Book Nook Kit 9 in by Wizardi F07M5-36-DC01

A warm-lit antique shop rises through a tall book nook: downstairs a cluttered counter is piled with curios, an old typewriter, teacups and a gramophone horn beneath a cabinet of glassware, and a narrow staircase climbs to a mezzanine gallery hung with gilt-framed portraits, clock faces and stacked books, while a girl in a red hood holding a map explores below and a Probe the Unknown note hints at a mystery.

A little crafter's folklore: antique dealers say every old object remembers the hands that held it, and miniaturists like to hide one tiny curio somewhere for a friend to find.

Why this kit: if you love vintage curiosities and cosy mysteries, this nook is layered with tiny antiques on two levels and glows like a shop at closing time.

In the box: laser-cut wooden sheets for the book nook case and the multi-level scene, printed figures, signs and side-panel artwork, tiny props, an LED light with a touch switch and battery box, and an illustrated instruction manual. Not included: batteries, glue and small tools such as tweezers.

Part of the Wizardi storybook book nook series in the same tall upright case, made to stand between your books like a lit volume of its own, so shops, homes and fantasy rooms line up on one shelf. Build tip: build the scene floor by floor from the bottom up, route the light wire as you go and test the touch switch before closing the side panels, then add the roof details last. Pair it with the Azure Phoenix Lodge and Mole's Apartment book nooks.

Size: 11 x 18 x 23 cm (4.3 x 7.1 x 9.1 in). A statement bookshelf insert that glows between your books at night, and a memorable gift for readers. Recommended for ages 14 and up.