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Mike,
I like it, when can I move in? Roof is coming along nicely.
Scott
I like it, when can I move in? Roof is coming along nicely.
Scott
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Good to see you home and back in "Auburn"
See you at our crossing.
Dave.Home of the HOn3 North Coast Railroad, along the shores of Lake Ontario.Comment
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Bob, Thank you very much.Originally posted by railman28 View Post
Scenery: After I have landforms in, I paint everything a light brown color; I use a custom-mixed color from a paint store that matches the old Floquil "Earth" as recommended by Frary and Hayden. Once it's dry, I brush on a layer of diluted white glue and spread actual dirt, wetting everything with a spritzer to make sure everything is glued down. I'm modeling autumn with dead weeds, dry grass and leafless trees, so the ground foam and flock I use is Woodland Scenics Burnt Grass, Wild Honey, and Harvest Gold. I have a cheap device and I use electrostatic flock. I nail brads into the surface every few inches to provide a ground as I work on an area, spread diluted glue, and do the flock. Sometimes I first glue fine ground foam in places to vary the look of large open areas.
Is that what you wanted to know?
By the way, I set the house on a partially scenicked area for purposes of the photo.
Mike
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. James BaldwinComment
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Thank you, Scott.Originally posted by CNE1899 View Post
I hope you'll be able to move in soon.
Mike
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. James BaldwinComment
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Thank you, Dave. Yes, It's good to be home. I think being away for several weeks has rejuvenated my modeling energy.Originally posted by David_J_Buchholz View Post
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. James BaldwinComment
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I like your scenery technique, Mike. Especially the layer of dirt under everything. I'm going to try that.
GeorgeThe sky is not my limit, it's my playground.Comment
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Looking good Mike. Get that roof on before the snow really flies. You do get snow in Virgina, right? Good to have you back home safe and sound.
BerndNew York, Vermont & Northern Rwy. - Route of the Black DiamondsComment
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Hi George,Originally posted by George_D View Post
Thank you. I don't necessarily use the dirt under everything. I change up as I go to avoid a uniform appearance.
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. James BaldwinComment
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Bernd,Originally posted by Bernd View Post
Thank you.
Yes, we do get snow. Generally not as much as in the snow belt, but it can be dangerous with hills, narrow roads, and inexperienced drivers. We had a dusting of snow Tuesday night. It's all gone now.
Mike
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. James BaldwinComment
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Mike,
I've been wondering what's happening with your little house conversion. The roofing you did on the one side of it, looks excellent.
It's almost ready for occupancy, just in time for Christmas.
GregComment
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Yes, Thanks Mike. You have captured late Autumn well.Originally posted by Michael_Hohn View Post
BobIt's only make-believeComment
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Thank you, Greg.Originally posted by greg_s View Post
I'm actually hoping it's ready well before Christmas. We'll see.
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. James BaldwinComment
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Thank you for the compliment on the scenery.Originally posted by railman28 View Post
I'm always happy to provide information if it helps.
Mike
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. James BaldwinComment
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I completed my latest project, a small house made from a modified kit for a section house. Here it sits on my layout. I need to work it into the scenery, but this gives an idea on how it will look.
Thank you for following along.
Mike
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. James BaldwinComment
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Very Sharp Mike. I like the Fencing you used in the scene too. Is that Central Valley product?
BobIt's only make-believeComment
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