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Post by coro69 on Mar 22, 2015 13:02:07 GMT -5
badass wall you did there... painting walls and getting the real touch on it makes so much fun...
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Post by John Everett on Apr 3, 2015 20:07:35 GMT -5
I was probably too soon to glue the house in place. BUt there are elements of the landscaping which require the house be fixed to the base. 
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Post by kaytermarram on Apr 4, 2015 7:37:33 GMT -5
A joy to watch your work!
Frank
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Post by lunaiko on Apr 4, 2015 10:14:56 GMT -5
Very good work. I love it!  |
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Post by deafpanzer on Apr 4, 2015 12:20:20 GMT -5
Pretty realistic look it is starting to look... keep up with the fantastic work!
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Post by wbill76 on Apr 4, 2015 19:20:08 GMT -5
It's always a tough call on when to attach major items in a large project like this one John! Looking good so far.
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Post by k1w1 on Apr 4, 2015 20:21:06 GMT -5
Great work. I am enjoying seeing this come together.
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Post by alam on Apr 6, 2015 22:58:36 GMT -5
Hey Peter, I just joined today per your reference on FB. What a dreamlike forum!
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Post by John Everett on Apr 18, 2015 22:53:48 GMT -5
Thanks for stopping by! Using acrylic caulk from the home center to fill the gaps between the stones.  
Added real stones and airbrushed some Vellejo to match the colors.   |
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Post by kaytermarram on Apr 19, 2015 6:46:41 GMT -5
This acrylic chaulk seems to be THE stuff to use! Really great looking and helluva stuff.
Frank
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Post by Leon on Apr 19, 2015 6:52:42 GMT -5
Stone work is looking really good John! The color match looks great. |
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Post by lunaiko on Apr 19, 2015 14:07:03 GMT -5
Very very good looking, John. It seem to be a real italian village |
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Post by John Everett on May 8, 2015 22:52:15 GMT -5
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Post by kaytermarram on May 9, 2015 7:34:53 GMT -5
This dio is masterclass!
Frank
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Post by Leon on May 9, 2015 8:30:08 GMT -5
Nice start on the windows and doors John! Just keeps getting better with each new addition.  |
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Post by TRM on May 9, 2015 8:58:00 GMT -5
This is coming along beautifully John!! I had to pay a little catchup as I have been off my game a bit....outstanding job on the stonework. Keep up the fight!!
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Post by wing_nut on May 9, 2015 10:31:20 GMT -5
Well... if you don't mind looking at something that looks so real... I guess it's OK.  |
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Post by wbill76 on May 9, 2015 12:53:30 GMT -5
That's some impressive work for sure John, very nice progress on the building and foundation.
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Post by dupes on May 9, 2015 13:31:46 GMT -5
Wow. That caulk worked out REALLY well! When I saw your first pic of it slathered on I was worried that it wouldn't look nearly this good. Is it pretty workable?
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Post by deafpanzer on May 11, 2015 13:16:59 GMT -5
Really dig the red windows and door! That's something my wife always wanted... keep up with the great work!
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Post by John Everett on Jul 16, 2015 0:07:30 GMT -5
Wow. That caulk worked out REALLY well! When I saw your first pic of it slathered on I was worried that it wouldn't look nearly this good. Is it pretty workable? Two months to answer your question,  but yes. The acrylic caulk is easy to work in the first 30 minutes. Being water soluble is the key. You can embed dirt, colors and just about anything else at the early stages and let the whole mess dry once you're happy with it. Summer vacations and family plans have finally settled down and are allowing more time in the basement. With the "Tough Guys" diorama completed, it's time to get back to bashing on the Italian house. Furniture is scratchbuilt, MiniArt and resin. The bed wont be seen in this house, but is something I'm doing for another project.  Rug images stolen from the Internet, printed to common office paper and glued to the floor.   Beginnings of the kitchen sink, counter and various "cooking things".  Finally, finally, finally finished the first panel of the roof. It's been about a year since I placed any tiles. (about 700 tiles here)   I have to try to balance the level of detail given to the interior with how much or how little can actually be seen through the 4 small windows.  More of the craft paint and baking soda mix.  |
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Post by Leon on Jul 16, 2015 4:26:05 GMT -5
Glad to see this back on the bench John! The furniture and roof look awesome. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Jul 16, 2015 13:28:37 GMT -5
The bed looks great! It makes me want to sleep in there for many nights. Looking forward to more!
And I hope we get to meet in Columbus!
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Post by John Everett on Jul 16, 2015 14:13:58 GMT -5
And I hope we get to meet in Columbus! Me too. I only know a few words in ASL. But I'm guessing that lip reading will be an option. I'm also guessing that your wife can act as interpreter. Then again, how well does she tolerate a model show? Most wives run for the rental car as fast a they can during an IPMS event. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Jul 16, 2015 14:59:47 GMT -5
And I hope we get to meet in Columbus! Me too. I only know a few words in ASL. But I'm guessing that lip reading will be an option. I'm also guessing that your wife can act as interpreter. Then again, how well does she tolerate a model show? Most wives run for the rental car as fast a they can during an IPMS event. LOL! My wife doesn't mind coming with me as long as we are having fun. I plan not to shop that much so I think it is going to help this time. Don't worry about knowing some words in ASL. Todd knows many and he can help you... See you in two weeks! |
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Post by John Everett on Jul 17, 2015 0:29:45 GMT -5
A few more hours effort: Graph paper and the first few courses of tile. This side has less surface area than the other so things should move along pretty well.   Kitchen stuff from the bead and jewelry section of the craft shop along with some brass wire and plastic. 
Not planning too much effort here. Much of it will be hidden. And even the visible parts will be badly lit. 
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Post by Wes on Jul 17, 2015 8:54:37 GMT -5
John your work is amazing. This is turning out to be a fantastic build.
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Post by BJ---Rest In Peace on Jul 17, 2015 9:47:49 GMT -5
Very Cool. Can't wait to see more.
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Post by wbill76 on Jul 17, 2015 17:12:07 GMT -5
It's really neat seeing all these 'living' details get added to this scene John. Fabulous work.
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Post by John Everett on Jul 18, 2015 1:33:46 GMT -5
Thanks for taking the time to comment, folks. Typical assortment of "jewelry junk" common to any craft store. The metal parts solder together easily enough with a small spot of flux. The object at top center will be made into the end table seen in just a moment.  Pin made into spoon.  End table! (Top is cut from Formica sample available free from the home improvement center.)  Tiny circle mirror (craft shop) glued to jewelry hoop.  If you can place mirrors like these in locations where the viewer is suddenly confronted with their own eye looking back at them, it adds a surprising effect.  Necklace jewelry parts, sprue clippings and a couple of Lego bricks thrown in for fun.  OK. Even I'm impressed with this picture.  More detail and counter space to go. But it's late here. Thanks for stopping by! |
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but yes. The acrylic caulk is easy to work in the first 30 minutes. Being water soluble is the key. You can embed dirt, colors and just about anything else at the early stages and let the whole mess dry once you're happy with it.
