About the Mouse Mansion

The Mouse Mansion is a world of its own, with over a hundred tiny rooms full of houses, shops, streets and outdoor spaces, all mouse-sized. Each room has its own resident, complete with a unique story, personality and family ties. This world is explored by two curious mice: Sam and Julia. The everyday adventures they experience in the Mouse Mansion teach young readers valuable life lessons. The Mouse Mansion is a safe haven, an inclusive world, and a story about friendship and community.

Two other titles of the book series are translated to English: At the theater and The Big Book of Look and Find. With each book, you’ll discover a new part of the Mouse Mansion.

About Karina Schaapman

The Mouse Mansion was handcrafted by artist Karina Schaapman (born in 1960). She wanted to create a children’s book – not with drawings, but with photos of scenes from her self-built Mouse Mansion. The story of Sam and Julia was already in her mind. What started with a few pieces of cardboard and some glue grew into a full miniature world with over a hundred little rooms. A world where, as Karina says, she would want every child to grow up.

The original Mouse Mansion is three metres tall and two metres wide. You can admire it in real life at the Mouse Mansion shop and museum on Muntplein in Amsterdam.

Bring the Stories to Life

With this bundle you can re-enact the adventures of Sam, Julia and the other residents with the cuddly toy mice. These soft little characters truly bring the Mouse Mansion to life! They’re practically indestructible and suitable for all ages.

Build your own Mouse Mansion playhouse

Let the real Mouse Mansion inspire you to create your very own miniature world! Our DIY room craft kits are the perfect place to start. There are eight different rooms to choose from and each includes a cardboard room, furniture kit, and die-cut sheets to make paper accessories. Need a little help? You'll find step-by-step tutorials and crafting tips on our product pages. Or check out our YouTube channel for extra inspiration.