Sorting through tile stock, test pieces and seconds. The beginnings of planning some mosaic pieces and likely workshops next year. Would this be of interest to you?
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October 30, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Sorting through tile stock, test pieces and seconds. The beginnings of planning some mosaic pieces and likely workshops next year. Would this be of interest to you?
#whatsontheworkbench
#studiodays
#whatsontheworkbench
#studiodays
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 3417: fitted the glazing back in and added Handrails, pipework, jumper cables, airpipes, plus the double arrows & Gordon Pettitt nameplates. Now she just needs a good run. Please help the real 3417: donate thru their website: www.setg.org.uk
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#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
December 16, 2024 at 11:40 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 3417: fitted the glazing back in and added Handrails, pipework, jumper cables, airpipes, plus the double arrows & Gordon Pettitt nameplates. Now she just needs a good run. Please help the real 3417: donate thru their website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
Little close up of my painting playtime from yesterday. You can see the background layers inspired this tangled vine design. There are no rules. Watercolours, Sharpies felt tips and gold Pokka pen to create this. 💚 #100daysofpractice
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#artpractice
March 5, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Little close up of my painting playtime from yesterday. You can see the background layers inspired this tangled vine design. There are no rules. Watercolours, Sharpies felt tips and gold Pokka pen to create this. 💚 #100daysofpractice
#artist
#whatsontheworkbench
#paintingplaytime
#artpractice
#artist
#whatsontheworkbench
#paintingplaytime
#artpractice
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 3417 MBSO S62236 now painted, transfers, window frames fitted & coach varnished. Next fit the windows, chassis & nameplates on courtesy of Shawplan. 1 down, 3 to go...
Remember you can donate to the real 3417 thru their website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
Remember you can donate to the real 3417 thru their website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
December 5, 2024 at 10:23 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 3417 MBSO S62236 now painted, transfers, window frames fitted & coach varnished. Next fit the windows, chassis & nameplates on courtesy of Shawplan. 1 down, 3 to go...
Remember you can donate to the real 3417 thru their website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
Remember you can donate to the real 3417 thru their website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - working on bits & pieces. VEP 3002 is being prepped for it's rebuild, 458417 is having its lighting installed before it goes to Gordon's Lane, and 3417 is getting it's interiors done. Have a great weekend, all 👋🏽😅
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#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
February 7, 2025 at 6:10 PM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - working on bits & pieces. VEP 3002 is being prepped for it's rebuild, 458417 is having its lighting installed before it goes to Gordon's Lane, and 3417 is getting it's interiors done. Have a great weekend, all 👋🏽😅
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 4CEP 1529 renumbered with "1066 Electrics" logos all from railtec transfers. I've also fitted protectors to the inside of the corridor connections and given it some mild weathering.Next up are the roof and chassis.
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#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
March 24, 2025 at 8:56 AM
WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 4CEP 1529 renumbered with "1066 Electrics" logos all from railtec transfers. I've also fitted protectors to the inside of the corridor connections and given it some mild weathering.Next up are the roof and chassis.
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#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - mixed bag of jobs with the completion repaints of the 73s, with 73114 Large Logo and 73125 Stewarts Lane IC Executive done. Also made a start on the 2x blue grey VEPs. Both stripped & replacement cabs built ready to fit + repaint roof & vents
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#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
February 10, 2025 at 10:19 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - mixed bag of jobs with the completion repaints of the 73s, with 73114 Large Logo and 73125 Stewarts Lane IC Executive done. Also made a start on the 2x blue grey VEPs. Both stripped & replacement cabs built ready to fit + repaint roof & vents
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - So both the @Gaugemaster and @kernowmodelrail models are near finished. I'm taking a 9day hols but you can see the real 3417 at Swanage this weekend. Please help support the restoration of 3417 - link: setg.org.uk/donate/
#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
May 5, 2025 at 8:09 PM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - So both the @Gaugemaster and @kernowmodelrail models are near finished. I'm taking a 9day hols but you can see the real 3417 at Swanage this weekend. Please help support the restoration of 3417 - link: setg.org.uk/donate/
#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - paintshop week for 3417, 73130, 73212, 73125, 73114, and 901001. Having got over a cold this week,work commences and I hope to have the lot done by the end of next week. Given there are no NSE stripes, I'm hopeful this'll go fairly smoothly 😂 #VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
November 18, 2024 at 2:02 PM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - paintshop week for 3417, 73130, 73212, 73125, 73114, and 901001. Having got over a cold this week,work commences and I hope to have the lot done by the end of next week. Given there are no NSE stripes, I'm hopeful this'll go fairly smoothly 😂 #VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - I am surprised that neither the BR or SR Bulleid 4EPBs are available in RTR form, especially given their widespread use across the Southern Region. That said, I did cheat a little on my builds. Who said cheats never prosper 😂
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#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
March 31, 2025 at 11:53 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - I am surprised that neither the BR or SR Bulleid 4EPBs are available in RTR form, especially given their widespread use across the Southern Region. That said, I did cheat a little on my builds. Who said cheats never prosper 😂
#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
#VariousMultipleUnits #bsmrguk
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 4VEP 3417 coach S76263 & S70797 have completed paint shop, had decals & window frames added on, & are ready for glazing. Thanks to Railtec Transfers & NSE Latchmere for the decals.
You can donate to the real 3417 thru website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
You can donate to the real 3417 thru website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
December 9, 2024 at 10:27 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 4VEP 3417 coach S76263 & S70797 have completed paint shop, had decals & window frames added on, & are ready for glazing. Thanks to Railtec Transfers & NSE Latchmere for the decals.
You can donate to the real 3417 thru website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
You can donate to the real 3417 thru website: www.setg.org.uk
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 901001 now out of paintshop with the Shawplan etched window frames fitted and the blanked out ones cleaned up. All three coaches are ready to add the decals, vents and lining now with varnishing and glazing to follow.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
December 18, 2024 at 11:43 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 901001 now out of paintshop with the Shawplan etched window frames fitted and the blanked out ones cleaned up. All three coaches are ready to add the decals, vents and lining now with varnishing and glazing to follow.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - I am made up with the new Accurascale Mk2C TSO(T). The detailing, paintjob and interiors are best in class. Only gripe is the shiny black roofs, I've repainted with Humbrol Matt Dark Grey No. 67 +matt varnish. It's now ripe for some weathering.
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#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
January 15, 2025 at 9:29 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - I am made up with the new Accurascale Mk2C TSO(T). The detailing, paintjob and interiors are best in class. Only gripe is the shiny black roofs, I've repainted with Humbrol Matt Dark Grey No. 67 +matt varnish. It's now ripe for some weathering.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - What are your plans for 2025? Mine so far:
1. 930082 3CEP Route Learner x2 for Folly Lane
2. A number of commision GLVs, 4CIGs, and 3417s
3. And to finish a lot of what has been started
Ambitious huh! Well, that's the plan, so watch this space.
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1. 930082 3CEP Route Learner x2 for Folly Lane
2. A number of commision GLVs, 4CIGs, and 3417s
3. And to finish a lot of what has been started
Ambitious huh! Well, that's the plan, so watch this space.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
January 4, 2025 at 10:51 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - What are your plans for 2025? Mine so far:
1. 930082 3CEP Route Learner x2 for Folly Lane
2. A number of commision GLVs, 4CIGs, and 3417s
3. And to finish a lot of what has been started
Ambitious huh! Well, that's the plan, so watch this space.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
1. 930082 3CEP Route Learner x2 for Folly Lane
2. A number of commision GLVs, 4CIGs, and 3417s
3. And to finish a lot of what has been started
Ambitious huh! Well, that's the plan, so watch this space.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - fitting the custom lighting kit from Track3D this week. It's def' good practise for my soldering skills. The kit is very easy to install, and a huge thanks to Chandler for pulling it together. Will hand this unit over to Gordon's Lane very soon.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
October 24, 2024 at 8:32 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - fitting the custom lighting kit from Track3D this week. It's def' good practise for my soldering skills. The kit is very easy to install, and a huge thanks to Chandler for pulling it together. Will hand this unit over to Gordon's Lane very soon.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - so here's a little workbench round up of the various projects I'm currently pushing through the paintshop.
Class 901 is getting its etched windows, the 73s are ready for their stripes, and lower greys and 3417 is ripe for lining and transfers. #VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
Class 901 is getting its etched windows, the 73s are ready for their stripes, and lower greys and 3417 is ripe for lining and transfers. #VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
December 2, 2024 at 10:16 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - so here's a little workbench round up of the various projects I'm currently pushing through the paintshop.
Class 901 is getting its etched windows, the 73s are ready for their stripes, and lower greys and 3417 is ripe for lining and transfers. #VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
Class 901 is getting its etched windows, the 73s are ready for their stripes, and lower greys and 3417 is ripe for lining and transfers. #VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - if you have a model of Zebedee 83301 and an Inter-City Mainline liveried Class 73, then the @westhillwagonworks 83301 conversion pack is a must have. It enables you to complete your model with the correct bogies the loco was testing.
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#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
October 31, 2024 at 11:58 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - if you have a model of Zebedee 83301 and an Inter-City Mainline liveried Class 73, then the @westhillwagonworks 83301 conversion pack is a must have. It enables you to complete your model with the correct bogies the loco was testing.
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench it's been on my list since before lockdown! Using the original Blue 4VEP as the base, I've swapped the MBSO bodyshell, deglazed, stripped, & removed original roof vents off all 4. You can donate to the real 3417 thru their website: www.setg.org.uk #BSMRGUK #VariousMultipleUnits
November 4, 2024 at 11:07 PM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench it's been on my list since before lockdown! Using the original Blue 4VEP as the base, I've swapped the MBSO bodyshell, deglazed, stripped, & removed original roof vents off all 4. You can donate to the real 3417 thru their website: www.setg.org.uk #BSMRGUK #VariousMultipleUnits
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 2x Blue Grey VEPs getting cab front rebuilds and roof corrections. All 4x DTCs have had replacement cabs and rebuilt corridor connections. All the undersized roof vents have been replaced, & all the numbering has been removed, ready to detail
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
February 17, 2025 at 10:38 AM
#WhatsOnTheWorkbench - 2x Blue Grey VEPs getting cab front rebuilds and roof corrections. All 4x DTCs have had replacement cabs and rebuilt corridor connections. All the undersized roof vents have been replaced, & all the numbering has been removed, ready to detail
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK
#VariousMultipleUnits #BSMRGUK