And just like that, all of a sudden I want to make a frostgrave table. 
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@CaptainDangerous - I'm literally watching that video right now but, yeah, I already did that (and don't claim any originality for doing so).
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https://yaktribe.games/community/media/albums/clockworks-frostgrave-adventure.5844/ did this for my nephew a few years backAnd just like that, all of a sudden I want to make a frostgrave table.
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In my mind, yours are the original and best!
(His self indulgent gushing, at the end of the vid, was really grating on me)
Dammit, you made me spend £9 on wooden blocks. FFS.
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For another tenner, you don’t even need to paint them:
Iv yet to buy my blocks, but I wish I’d bought two rolls of this wallpaper, I love it!
p.s. got some wood panel effect wallpaper too... *the captain runs off to find a pic*
Iv yet to buy my blocks, but I wish I’d bought two rolls of this wallpaper, I love it!
p.s. got some wood panel effect wallpaper too... *the captain runs off to find a pic*
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I turned a cardboard box into a wooden one! (The most pathetic form of alchemy!?!)
I intend on combining the two textures, using strips of wood to break up the big sections of masonry, and to hide any crappy cuts! (I anticipate many)
I just need to find some wallpaper with doors and windows now!
I intend on combining the two textures, using strips of wood to break up the big sections of masonry, and to hide any crappy cuts! (I anticipate many)
I just need to find some wallpaper with doors and windows now!
Current plan for them is to just rip off Peachy's set completely as I think that will be most flexible and fits the block theme without much work. Plus it scratches the itch without me having to do any thinking.
Generic simple desert ruins suitable for anything in 28mm ish scale, whether it's Sandgrave, WHFB, 40k, Gorkamorka, Star Wars, a Khemri themed Morheim setting, Ash Wastes Necromunda, or even perhaps Bolt Action in North Africa. They could even work as some kind of ruined fortress in 6mm games like Epic or Battletech. Maybe I can actually get rid of a load of terrain and just condense it down to a few simple sets.
Of course, I'll probably just stuff them in a cupboard for 10 years and forget why I bought them.
Generic simple desert ruins suitable for anything in 28mm ish scale, whether it's Sandgrave, WHFB, 40k, Gorkamorka, Star Wars, a Khemri themed Morheim setting, Ash Wastes Necromunda, or even perhaps Bolt Action in North Africa. They could even work as some kind of ruined fortress in 6mm games like Epic or Battletech. Maybe I can actually get rid of a load of terrain and just condense it down to a few simple sets.
Of course, I'll probably just stuff them in a cupboard for 10 years and forget why I bought them.
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In my mind, yours are the original and best!
One thing I did differently was using No More Nails instead of hot glue. It does take longer to dry, but seems easier and less messy (imho).
If I were doing it again, there are probably a few things I'd do differently though.
I like the way he does them without bases. Depending on the configuration you go for, that seems like a good idea.
Also, I did the texture with sand/filler, similar to what he did. But - inspired by another video I recently saw - I'd be tempted to try paper mache.
That had to be designed by a model maker - I can’t imagine anyone actually having that on their living room wall!!
Maybe a kitchen at a push.
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It’s even textured, so you could even paint it if you so chose!
iv got plans to make steps and all sorts with it! (and then it’s cupboard time!
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iv got plans to make steps and all sorts with it! (and then it’s cupboard time!
)In case you have a $1.25 Store near you. Mail box shape with hinged end. Large one is 190mm long by 120mm high. Smaller one is 120mm by 88mm.
I haven't bought several. I'm not going for a walk to buy a few more...
I haven't bought several. I'm not going for a walk to buy a few more...
Can I suggest the use of Granulated Cork as an alternative to sand for those who want a lighter alternative to it and don’t like sandpapering their finished models when you have to lay them down or they fall over.?
www.corkstore24.co.uk
It’s also available in dust form (yes really) and as large chunks for other modelling projects.
Maybe a bit pricy but I’m unlikely to ever be covering an 8’x4’ table with it and I’ll stick with sand for the tops of bases as that never gets touched so it’s fine.
Granulated cork – High-quality cork granules!
Granulated cork for a practical use! Crushed pieces of cork used for construction, furniture, or terrariums. Handy natural cork in the form of cork granules!
www.corkstore24.co.uk
It’s also available in dust form (yes really) and as large chunks for other modelling projects.
Maybe a bit pricy but I’m unlikely to ever be covering an 8’x4’ table with it and I’ll stick with sand for the tops of bases as that never gets touched so it’s fine.
The price looks pretty good to me, it all seems to be given for multiple units. 10 1kg bags for £9, that's gonna go a long way
Not scratch building but as I can’t think of another place for it, here’s how the new printed MDF looks next to the old cardboard and bulkheads for those of you who like a retro layout:
Need some thick wire for weapon hafts, banner poles etc?
1.5mm twin and earth lighting cable for wiring the lighting circuits in your house. Cheap as chips and has 3 cores of 1.5mm copper wire inside. Or if you want 2mm, go for the thicker stuff used for mains sockets.
A little less stiff than brass but fine for most modelling applications. You can get 5m of the stuff off eBay or at your local DIY store for a few quid. Not sure if this stuff is used worldwide but certainly applies to the UK.
1.5mm twin and earth lighting cable for wiring the lighting circuits in your house. Cheap as chips and has 3 cores of 1.5mm copper wire inside. Or if you want 2mm, go for the thicker stuff used for mains sockets.
A little less stiff than brass but fine for most modelling applications. You can get 5m of the stuff off eBay or at your local DIY store for a few quid. Not sure if this stuff is used worldwide but certainly applies to the UK.
In the US, this is typically called "Romex" - which is a brand-name for sheathed copper wire for running electrical systems into buildings, but is commonly used to describe this type of product from any manufacturer. If you go to a DIY store and ask "where's the Romex?" you'll get what @Tiny is mentioning.
Here is a really nice technique for using tile grout to make concrete texture. The results look awesome, and could probably also be used to create rust textures by adding different amounts or coarseness of sand to the mixture. The Youtuber who made it looks to be a props/ cosplay guy who is expanding his content into wargame terrain. The technique is quite wet, so if you try it on MDF be sure to seal it really well first (I've started using an oil-based primer to seal MDF and it has really helped control the warping).
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