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Thursday, March 26, 2015

Updating For April


For some reason, this time of year seems to be put into high gear for me, so it has been difficult to sustain a constant flow of remakes. My greatest apologies.


January - February 2015: Behind the Scenes: THE BUILDING OF PHASE 2 (IN PROGRESS)

By April 24: Episode 23: "Edward's Exploit"

April 7: "Duck's Day at the Seaside" Channel Art

Late 2015: Double Remake Challenge with Ffarquhar Studios (More details later)

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

A Death In My Family Will Cause Delay...

Last week a close relative passed into his Heavenly home, so I have been delayed from the tentative schedule due to arrangements and many family gatherings. I hope to get back on track soon. The schedule is outlined below:


January 10 - 31: Episode 21: "The Diseasel"

January - February 2015: Winter Channel Art

January - February 2015: Behind the Scenes: THE BUILDING OF PHASE 2 (IN PROGRESS)

February 8 - 16 2015: Valentine's Channel Art

February 16, 2015: Edward's Day on the Branch Channel Art

By February 16: Episode 22: "Wrong Road"

By April 17: Episode 23: "Edward's Exploit"

April 7: "Duck's Day at the Seaside" Channel Art

Late 2015: Double Remake Challenge with Ffarquhar Studios (More details later)

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Check out new channel art!

Greetings!

Edward spent a day at Farmer McColl's Farm, and wanted me to share his adventures with you. 


Check it out at Mr. Larrison's YouTube Page

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The blog art has been changed, too!!!

Saturday, February 14, 2015

LAYOUT PHASE 2 -- PART 4: "Lighting"



I needed more lighting for the rear of the layout, where the beach is, so I bought two reflector lamps.
Heat Lamp Shade


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Yes, Part 4 was short, but the next post will be the grand reveal!



LAYOUT PHASE 2 -- PART 3: "Scenics"

After I laid down the track bed to get an idea of where everything would need to be, I took it off to put down some beautiful scenics.




1. Dish rags and dish towels make a great grass/foliage substitute.



2. I used old packing paper to make a base for the sandy beach.



3. Using cardboard, I made a lip so the sand won't go all over the floor.


4. The sand looked great.
(My supply of sand was running out quickly! I had underestimated how much I would need!)


5. I added Spanish Moss and Preserved Green Moss to many locations.




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You will probably start seeing this layout appear in remakes, but don't expect the final "Behind the Scenes" post until spring. (I can't finish it because my supply of rocks from my gravel driveway is currently locked in under snow and ice.)