RMweb Gold SouthernRegionSteam Posted April 9, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 9, 2010 Wow! Stunning modelling. I particularly like the hand scribed cobbles, I can see now why you said in your status a while back that you wanted a break from them! The colouring is spot on, and that close up stands up to scrutiny remarkably well. All the best, Jam Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Loxborough Posted April 9, 2010 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 9, 2010 Just outstanding, no other word for it. Love the door; nice to see someone responding to JSW"s padlock challenge. I'll have to see what I can rustle up... George Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkmouse Posted April 9, 2010 Author Share Posted April 9, 2010 Thanks chaps. Still some more cobbles to do once the other shed is built, so that job's not over yet, but it does give me time to recuperate. I look forward to seeing what you can come up with George! The observant amongst you will have noticed that the small shed has gone walkabout. I just wasn't happy with the felt roof, so it was ripped off, and I'm in the process of replacing it with corrugated asbestos -cut individual sheets from the Wills corrugated glazing pack. I've also been adding some more details to the office, a few more windows, and I'll finally sort out the vent louvres. Pics later. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jim s-w Posted April 10, 2010 Share Posted April 10, 2010 This is looking superb Al Even without a padlock! Cheers Jim Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkmouse Posted April 10, 2010 Author Share Posted April 10, 2010 Ta Jim Well, as promised, a few pics of the shed renovations: Old roof removed, and new windows fitted. Not sure whether to add lead flashing around them, I'd do it if I were fitting them in real life, but the pics I'm working from don't seem to have any fitted. Here's the Yard Gaffer's desk, complete with a few box files and some loose notes he's working on. The lockers for the yard crew, scratchbuilt in the end from plasticard and thick catering foil for the louvred doors, (punched out with the end of a jeweller's screwdriver). I'm looking for a picture of a suitable stove for brewing up on, vital! Construction of the roof vent, more cut veneer with card spacers. This will be dressed up neatly with trim when finished. And finally, the Wills roofing ready for cutting into individual sheets. I've painted it first to get a little variation in sheets when I install it, but it will be weathered further later on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jim s-w Posted April 10, 2010 Share Posted April 10, 2010 I think a new thread - 'how stupid small are your models' might be in order! Cheers Jim Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkmouse Posted April 10, 2010 Author Share Posted April 10, 2010 Seconded! Cracking idea Jim! I was working on site the other day and noticed some old sleepers in their hard landscaping. Each one had a 3" long S shaped plate hammered into the ends, presumably to stop them splitting. Hmmm... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Mikkel Posted April 10, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 10, 2010 This just keeps getting better. Where can I vote? The stonework is really superb, and it all has a very convincing spacious look to it. I wonder what those notes that the Yard Gaffer is "working on" are really about? Wouldn't have anything to do with horse racing, would it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkmouse Posted April 13, 2010 Author Share Posted April 13, 2010 I wonder what those notes that the Yard Gaffer is "working on" are really about? Wouldn't have anything to do with horse racing, would it? Ney lad, it's nowt to do wi' horses. Gaffer's a whippet man... The roofer has been cracking on with the new asbestos... ...but has just stopped for a teabreak on the new stove.... A little touching up of the paint needed later methinks. And just 'cos I like it, a gratuitous shot of the roof trusses. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 13, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 13, 2010 That's looking realy good. I like the height to the walls, and the way you've blended in the old rock with the newer wall at the end. The broad gauge track looks good too Stu Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkmouse Posted April 13, 2010 Author Share Posted April 13, 2010 Thanks Stu, praise indeed from the master of the tiny layout! Right, one side of the roof is done, and I've added some lead flashing to the apex of the clerestory. This is made from aluminium glazing tape, cut into strips, and teased into shape with the end of a cocktail stick. Just have to wait for the glue to dry off and I'll move onto the other side. Might make up some doors while I'm waiting. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ark Royal Posted April 13, 2010 Share Posted April 13, 2010 Thanks Stu, praise indeed from the master of the tiny layout! Right, one side of the roof is done, and I've added some lead flashing to the apex of the clerestory. This is made from aluminium glazing tape, cut into strips, and teased into shape with the end of a cocktail stick. Just have to wait for the glue to dry off and I'll move onto the other side. Might make up some doors while I'm waiting. Al, This is looking fantastic mate B) So much attention to detail in such a confined space. Particularly love the stone walling. Save some creativity for Eridge Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkmouse Posted April 14, 2010 Author Share Posted April 14, 2010 ...Save some creativity for Eridge Don't worry Mark, this is just the warm up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave777 Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 This is excellent stuff, I love the way one looks 'into' the layout, with walls/backscenes on all sides. Seriously raising the bar here, I think I need to up my game hugely to even begin to compete in this competition Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ark Royal Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 Ney lad, it's nowt to do wi' horses. Gaffer's a whippet man... No sign of the whippet But is that evidence that its been there previously,on the floor beside the stove, to the left ....looks suspiciously like a dogs rag toy!!! Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkmouse Posted October 4, 2010 Author Share Posted October 4, 2010 Sorry folks, but due to very little progress in the last six months I'm withdrawing Jerusalem Works from the challenge. The layout will be finished eventually, but due to personal circumstances, not in time for the deadline. Fact is, I do this for fun and I want it to look the best it can when finished, and frankly, artistic inspiration has been at a low ebb recently, and I really don't want to do a half-a***d rush job that I'll regret every time I look at it. However, I will, (eventually) carry on, and any updates will be posted here. Good luck to the remaining competitors! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Taylor Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 Well better to get there and be satisfied with your efforts and enjoy it than rush it, not enjoying the proccess or the result. I hope things sort themselves out, keep us informed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkmouse Posted October 4, 2010 Author Share Posted October 4, 2010 I'm sure they will, and I'm sure I'm not the only one in the country suffering from lack of work and money ATM. Strange how it effects everything though, I've not been able to give Eridge the attention it deserves either, and as for other hobbies, I haven't picked up the guitar in months, I have a big pile of unfinished power amps for yet uncompleted active speakers I'm building, social life has gone downhill, but hey, I'm still alive, fit, and have a roof over my head, (though I do have to go chase up the council about my housing benefit today!). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Mikkel Posted October 4, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 4, 2010 Hi Al, a pity but very understandable. Even in it's current condition I'd say it was a serious contender, but I know what you mean about wanting to finish it off in your own time. Glad to hear you'll keep working on it, and looking forward to follow future progress. I hope you'll feel the energy to pick up the guitar soon, too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ark Royal Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Hi Pinkmouse Such a shame, had hope that the tide may have turned for you by now, missing your help on Eridge. If you read this please contact me Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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