Not every building goes straight from box to layout some of the best work happens right on the workbench!
What’s currently on your bench or in progress?
Are you trying new weathering, lighting, or detailing techniques?
Any tools or materials you’ve found especially helpful?
Right now, I’ve got a small-town diner kit on the bench that I’m turning into a run-down 1950s greasy spoon—think faded signage, cracked windows, and a flickering neon light. I’m experimenting with weathering powders and trying out the “hairspray chipping” technique for the first time… it’s messy, but the results are pretty convincing!
I also just picked up a new fine-tip LED soldering iron, and it’s been a game-changer for installing tiny lights without frying the wires. For detail parts, I’ve started using stretched sprue to simulate wiring and conduit—it’s cheap and surprisingly realistic!
How about you? What’s taking shape on your workbench lately?
