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In this tutorial, I'll be demonstrating some weathering techniques to achieve a realistic rust effect using layered mediums - sand texture gel, acrylic paints and Humbrol weathering powders. Of course,...
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Let's create a scene inside a bauble in OO gauge! It's the last week before Christmas and the tree is up looking all twinkly. While pondering for my next diorama...
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Let's create a Santa's grotto scene in OO gauge!It's two weeks until Christmas, so in true festive fashion, I set on the adventure of creating a little Christmas Santa's grotto...
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Let's create a winter coffee hut scene in OO gauge!First things first, I simply must disclose that I am a beginner and by no means an expert at model making...
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Hedges are a common feature of the world around us and have been used to define boundaries around field and plots of land for centuries. Whether you're modelling an urban...
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Down here in the Southwest there are so many markets to choose from and I personally always look forward to going to my local market on the first Saturday of...
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Vegetation is everywhere, from roadside verges to manicured (or not ) gardens, to platform flower beds.But how can we make the perfect little plot of flowers or grasses, as central...
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Quite a few modellers started their hobby with a Hornby train set. Often, these were squeezed onto a single piece of board, often 6ft x 4ft, as that was the...
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Static grass is your secret weapon when it comes to creating Realistically Better scenery for your model railway landscape. It's a material that mimics the look and feel of real...
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In the UK, villages, towns, and cities often have marketplaces or market squares. These places can range in size, from small pedestrian areas to larger market squares, often with purpose-built...
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Backscenes can make or break a layout. Fortunately, there is an abundance of pre-printed backscenes to choose from. Whether you prefer rural and countryside settings, modern industrial areas, coastal regions,...
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Railway Linesides are havens for wildlife and vegetation, with embankments and cuttings providing the perfect habitat for rabbits, badgers and foxes. From grass to overgrown vegetation, trees to bushes, these...
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Dry brushing is a widely used method for adding weathering effects to models, such as buildings, locomotives, and rolling stock. It's an easy method to learn and provides a range...
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IntroductionWe've all wandered down idyllic streets, full of picturesque buildings with loads of character. But how can you create such a scene on your own layout or diorama? With our...
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A trip to the seaside is always a great day out. Exploring the coastline, estuaries, stunning coastal views, as well as the many coastal harbours, provides endless enjoyment & pleasure....
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Our laser-cut bowstring bridge kits make fantastic centrepieces for your layout, adding real impact and creating dynamic, detailed scenes. They're available in single and double-track configurations and can also be...
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