Make. Paint. Build: Hints, tips and advice for model train enthusiasts, model makers and miniaturists
Miniatures
Hints, tips and suggestions for making and painting tabletop war gaming miniatures, figures and vehicles.
How to paint skeletons (and skulls) miniatures in easy 5 steps
Painting miniature bones and skeletons can be a daunting task, but it's actually quite simple with the right techniques and materials.
In this quick [...]
Mastering Desert Sand Bases for Miniatures
Discover the secret to creating awe-inspiring desert bases for your miniatures using this simple yet tried and tested 9-step technique. [...]
An Essential Step for Plastic Miniature & Model Painting?
Are paint problems ruining your miniature masterpieces? The answer could be as simple as a wash! Discover why washing is a must before painting and how to do [...]
What colours (including primer) are best for 28mm skeleton minis?
Here's my recipe for painting 28mm skeleton minis for wargaming and dioramas.
This is the combination I use for my guide on how to paint skeleton [...]
Transform Your Clay Creations: The Advantages of Using Polymer Clay
Are you tired of using air-drying clay that cracks and crumbles? Have you been searching for a more versatile and durable option? Look no further than polymer [...]
What is 1:12 scale
Discover the world of 1:12th scale miniatures! What it is, its uses and popular manufacturers.
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Static grass miniature bases – how to
Creating static grass bases for minis, in my case Space Wolves.
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Making a miniature Christmas Tree
Fancy a decorated Christmas tree for an Xmas themed diorama or dolls house? Here's how I made this one. [...]
Making miniature pumpkins
Possibly one of the cutest miniatures I've made. [...]
How to make model sacks and sandbags
This cheap, quick and simple technique for making sandbags and sacks works for any scale and war game and requires little to now model making skills. [...]
What sponge to use for the best battle damage and weathering results
Want to improve your battle damage look? Sponges are the way to go but the type of sponge you use makes a big difference. [...]
A quick & proven method for making modelling putty / paste
Just a quick and proven tip to making your own modelling putty when you need to fill a hole on a model or miniature and have run out of, or can't get, your [...]
How to painting horses for wargaming
If you have horses on your layout or war game and like me struggle with their colouring, this article on the paints to use for credible equine models will [...]
Making miniature muddy swamp water bases
Here's a quick tutorial and guide to making muddy swamp water-themed miniature bases. [...]
The best glue for metal miniatures
Here's a quick post on how to stick metal miniatures together. [...]
The best model scale to match 28mm war game figures
If you're looking for buildings, vehicles, accessories and scenery to go with 28mm war gaming and table top figures you'll need to the know scale. [...]
How to make a glue dispenser
Improve the accuracy of glue placement on your models with this DIY precision glue dispenser. [...]
What scale is 28mm
What scale are 28mm war game miniatures? [...]
How to apply static grass to miniature bases without an applicator?
How to apply static grass to war game miniature bases when you don't have an electric applicator. [...]
How to create a glowing Blue light effect
Create those cool glowing Blue light effects on your miniatures without an airbrush. [...]
