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by Peter Butler » Sun Jan 28, 2018 9:46 pm
Sleep.... now there's a thought!.... I do tend to be fairly nocturnal, late nights and late mornings. I am allowed to conduct my life this way without any domestic issues. Late nights give me opportunities to work without interruption and late mornings time with my dogs.
I do work quickly I think because I am not hindered by drawings or plans. All of my schemes are worked out in advance and any obstacles are therefore already sorted. My 'sleep' is often just drowsing, although never during the day, which gives me thinking and planning time ready for the next step. I am usually several steps ahead and this could include more than one project.
I use a material which is easy to work, fast to construct and easy to alter if necessary. Accessories; windows, embossed plastic etc. are readily available and can be used in infinite varieties so each structure looks individual, despite including many similarities to its neighbour.
I have very supportive friends who are willing and able to 3D print odd items which might not be otherwise available, eg. chimney pots, name/date inserts. These bring the finishing touches to my models and without them I would not achieve the result I desire.
No magic involved, lots of observation and basic structural common sense. I am now planning the installation of my buildings on site.... several problems here with drainage, levels, road/pavement access, visual balance and simple... 'would they really put that there?' questions.
Not just a garden railway, more a community in miniature....... with the occasional train!
The best things in life are free.... so why am I doing this?