Martian Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 On 28/04/2019 at 20:26, longshanks said: Perhaps even more surprised were the 'Emmets' visitors 🙂 A mixed bag today as I play around with various bits 'n pieces. Rudder 'n pintles Net complete with metal and cork floats I wanted to have some fish boxes so . . . Note if making boxes it's a lot easier to make the sides longer and trim afterwards. For gluing I work on a piece of glass and use a square to hold the piece in position until set Now onto veg, ivy(?) Next we need the jury in. I've been looking at moss on the main roof using various textures Pumice powder in three grades 120,240 & 360 Micro balloons & sanded insulation board Ground dry mint & Ground tea leaves Which do you prefer? Remember there is no right or wrong answer but your input would be appreciated. Sorry it's been a bit long winded Thanks for stopping by Kev The one directly below the 120 grit pumice. Martian 👽 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 IMHO Thinking’s micro balloons 🤔 The Gulls would love that for nesting on a sunny afternoon. beefy 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugle07 Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 It's between 120 and the Micro Balloons for me. Geoff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted April 30, 2019 Author Share Posted April 30, 2019 Thanks guys for your thoughts and support. Sorry for the tardy reply, couldn't log into BM after the change Gone with the micro balloons for moss and pumice powder for the lichen Watch this space . . . . Kev 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 1, 2019 Author Share Posted May 1, 2019 OK we have moss and lichen (microballoons / pumice powder) and a @Al Gunthwaite figure for scale. I may well have a go at altering one of these to a fisherman. Time and ability will tell. Unless of course some one out there knows of some 1/72 fishermen ??? Thanks again for your suggestions, I hope you approve Kev 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted May 1, 2019 Share Posted May 1, 2019 Looks great Kev. Very realistic. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted May 1, 2019 Share Posted May 1, 2019 Cracking Job!! Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted May 1, 2019 Share Posted May 1, 2019 This has the Martian seal of approval! Figures? Here: http://www.langley-models.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_OO_Scale_Accessories_F172_to_F219___NEW_Items__18.html They also do a goodly range os seagulls and seabirds. Martian 👽 1 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted May 1, 2019 Share Posted May 1, 2019 You could just add a navy kit bag to the chap and call the dio “ back home on leave “ looks bloody brilliant mate Dan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 1, 2019 Author Share Posted May 1, 2019 28 minutes ago, Martian Hale said: Figures? Here: Are you suggesting the flasher ?? Pardon me if I say the seem to leave a bit to be desired in area of quality 8 minutes ago, Dads203 said: You could just add a navy kit bag to the chap and call the dio “ back home on leave “ Such a clever lad, got me thinking . . . Thanks for the support folks Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted May 1, 2019 Share Posted May 1, 2019 Hello Kev !! That look great ! Congratulations !! One more vote for the sailor coming back home !! Great attention to details on the microballons and purnice powder !! Sincerely. CC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted May 2, 2019 Share Posted May 2, 2019 How about a young lad playing next to the boat and the sailor as his dad just got back on leave. 🤔 Masterful job on this mate. beefy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 2, 2019 Author Share Posted May 2, 2019 10 hours ago, corsaircorp said: One more vote for the sailor coming back home !! Thank you for your salutations and vote 3 hours ago, beefy66 said: How about a young lad playing next to the boat and the sailor as his dad just got back on leave. As long as we don't have to have @Martian Hale 'Flasher' hiding around the corner . . . . I'm really pleased with the way the roof turned out. Let you in on a little secret, it was @Dads203 who first suggested micro balloons and I thought WHAT! Don't tell him he's a genius he'll start charging me for ideas. Kev 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted May 2, 2019 Share Posted May 2, 2019 That moss looks boss. Top encrusting Kev! On 5/1/2019 at 7:10 PM, Martian Hale said: Figures? Here: Ye Gods. That page looks like a dream I once had after too much cheese on toast at bedtime. On 5/1/2019 at 7:41 PM, longshanks said: Are you suggesting the flasher ?? Pardon me if I say the seem to leave a bit to be desired in area of quality Quite possibly that's the reason they start flashing... 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 Time for a bit more window dressing . . After numerous attempts to make circular lobster pots I was forced to admit they were beyond my skills So onto the rectangular type Hope you like them Kev 18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 Those lobster traps look great. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingswear1 Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 (edited) Very clever modelling, well done! Edited May 4, 2019 by Kingswear1 Incorrect title 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 I’m smelling fishy things now beefy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 Brilliant dio! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted May 6, 2019 Share Posted May 6, 2019 Saw this today in the flesh .... The photos on the thread are good but to see it before me was another experience, it is so much better than the amazing photos on this thread. Awesome work Kev 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 6, 2019 Author Share Posted May 6, 2019 Thanks for the support guys. Special thanks to @Dads203 who is always there with advice and suggestions. A true friend. You did say a cheque was OK? 😉 Kev 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 Bottom boards painted and fixed. Thwarts fitted but not fixed. Knees fitted to transom and apron blended in Key elements in position but not fixed, still playing with window dressing . . I hope you like it. Still plenty of touch ups to do plus washes etc but we're getting closer . . . Kev 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Beautifully atmospheric! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgizlu Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Sheer art - and as the for Lobster pots Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Very picturesque, postcard looking. Stuart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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