Make. Paint. Build: Tips and tutorials for model trains, scale modellers and miniature war games.
Model Making
Tips and techniques to make and paint better scale models and plastic kits for model railways, military plastic kits, miniatures and wargaming
7 Step Guide To Making Tarpaulin covers
You can buy ready made tarpaulin wagons but you can also make your own. MRE goes undercover to find out how. [...]
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. [...]
Making OO scale model plants and pots
How to make outdoor ornamental plants and pots for stations, gardens and building fronts. [...]
How to make model roses
For a small Valentine's Day diorama on one of my layouts, I wanted an OO scale figure holding some red roses. Here's how I made them.
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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 [...]
Model Snowmen: how to make an oo gauge Snowman
Want a snowman for your Christmas train set or Winter diorama? Don't have a meltdown making them. Chill out and and follow this simple guide to making your own [...]
How to prevent Humbrol & Revell enamel paint tinlets from drying out
Follow these simple steps and your Humbrol and Revell tinlets will last for years. [...]
The best glue for metal miniatures
While plastic minis are now the most common, historically, miniatures were made of metal and many still are. For such figures, normal glues won't work. Here's [...]
Make a DIY model painting turntable
How to make a turntable for model and miniature painting. [...]
Don’t let model making put you in hospital
It won't do for me. Now.
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Wet pallets: a must have painting accessory
If you haven't aren't using a wet pallet you're missing out. [...]
Handy station building resource
A goldmine for station modellers. [...]
Can I mix Humbrol, Tamiya and Revel enamel paints?
Can I mix different makes of enamel paint? [...]
Vintage Signs For Your Layout
Looking for vintage advertising artwork for shop signs and posters on your layout or diorama? This is a fantastic resource.
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How to make a glue dispenser
Improve the accuracy of glue placement on your models with this DIY precision glue dispenser. [...]
How to make your own common modelling materials
Locked down due to Coronavirus? Can't get out to get model making supplies? Here's how you can make your own. [...]
Making an entrance
Progress update on my temporary mini diorama / model railway layout and how I'm making the timber mine entrance. [...]
15 recycling ideas for model making
15 of things from around your house you can recycle and use for model making, wargaming and model railways to save money and environment. [...]
Make a realistic thatched roof
Living in Surrey, I see a lot of thatched roofs. There's no denying their beauty. But recreating them in miniature for a model railway or diorama is [...]
