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Miniatures Adventure => VSF Adventures => Topic started by: Rich H on December 18, 2015, 10:42:33 PM

Title: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 18, 2015, 10:42:33 PM: Hey all,

Thanks to the awesome efforts on this board I've started work on my own VSF terrain.

The first project is a 3x3 board for IHMN and the first part of that will be Back to Back houses around a courtyard.
Using Thunderchicken's fine tutorials I've purchased a few materials and started work:

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151218_223246_zpsbdzudvkb.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151218_223246_zpsbdzudvkb.jpg.html)

I need to laser cut some windows and doors and mount it all to foamcard and stick it to a baseboard and make some cobbles and... well you know how it goes...
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: The_Beast on December 20, 2015, 01:50:32 PM: Looks good so far; TC has inspired you well. Wait...

Full stop.

Are you saying you do your own laser cutting? Are you a colonial?

Doug
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 20, 2015, 05:35:22 PM: Yep I've a small laser cutter its very handy...(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151220_173152_zpsgmbwrc8m.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151220_173152_zpsgmbwrc8m.jpg.html)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151220_173205_zpsllayfk1u.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151220_173205_zpsllayfk1u.jpg.html)

Lintels and doorsteps to go then onto the roof.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 20, 2015, 05:47:30 PM: Oh and North West Blighty based. ;)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Craig on December 20, 2015, 06:07:49 PM: It's looking very good :)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: The_Beast on December 20, 2015, 06:51:31 PM: Quote from: Rich H on December 20, 2015, 05:47:30 PM
Oh and North West Blighty based. ;)

The shipping, the shipping... :'(

REALLY coming along, though! :D

Doug
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Thargor on December 20, 2015, 11:15:49 PM: Looking great. I don't s'pose you'd produce a few sets of windows and doors for sale on here would you?
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 20, 2015, 11:36:12 PM: I suppose I could... I'll need more 1mm MDF.
I can do anything you want within reason. But I'm a hobbyist not a manufacturer ;)

For an example of what I can do see my tanks:
http://www.warlordgames.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=51&t=10505

TheT-50 is my favourite so far:
http://www.warlordgames.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=51&t=17105&start=10

The problem I always have is pricing. Materials cost buttons but it's time that's the problem.

Rich
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Thunderchicken on December 21, 2015, 01:50:56 PM: Looking good Rich! :-*
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 21, 2015, 06:15:12 PM: Thanks
Feels like I've tiled a real roof! :o

Chimineys in work. Lintels made just need paint.

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151221_161901_zpspmv8tycv.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151221_161901_zpspmv8tycv.jpg.html)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151221_161913_zpstt2ooxkb.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151221_161913_zpstt2ooxkb.jpg.html)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 21, 2015, 11:00:16 PM: (http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151221_225456_zpsqksotswk.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151221_225456_zpsqksotswk.jpg.html)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151221_225534_zps5b7e9itc.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151221_225534_zps5b7e9itc.jpg.html)

Just windowsills and lintels to go then work out an interior... and then details...
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Teld on December 22, 2015, 08:47:55 PM: Very nice work Rich H they really look the part.
I have been looking for MDF back to backs myself for a few months now, given the popularity of Victorian scifi/ steampunk ect, I am really surprised that none of the well known laser cut mdf building company's make any. looks like I will have to follow your lead Rich and make my own.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 22, 2015, 09:03:11 PM: I can laser the foamcard easily but it's the detailing that takes the time.

I managed some greenstuff 'lead flashing' around the chimneys but I'm now away until christmas eve.

Hope is to finish these off and start on the next bits. I was going to make the courtyard for the back to backs but i think i want to try something more interesting.

A row of shops or a factory perhaps? I've got a load of south eastern embossed plasticard on the way so we'll see what santa brings...
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 23, 2015, 04:07:34 PM: Been pondering my next building.

The plans are:
Tiled pub
Row of shops
Engine house and corrugated iron factory.

I'm also planning a raised railway along one table edge.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: d phipps on December 25, 2015, 02:32:35 PM: Great looking project!
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 25, 2015, 03:43:38 PM: Thanks.
Nearly there.

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151225_153835_zpsvpihxg4q.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151225_153835_zpsvpihxg4q.jpg.html)(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151225_153859_zpsli67aeat.jpg)[/URL[URL=http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151225_153852_zpslrzygmot.jpg.html](http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151225_153852_zpslrzygmot.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151225_153859_zpsli67aeat.jpg.html)

Lintels and flashing done just a bit of paint and pavements to go.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 27, 2015, 11:39:29 PM: Bit more work done:
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151227_172024_zpscfqgpg5p.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151227_172024_zpscfqgpg5p.jpg.html)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151227_172033_zpsbf5ukirr.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151227_172033_zpsbf5ukirr.jpg.html)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Mason on December 27, 2015, 11:54:15 PM: :o :o

Bloody 'ell!

That is coming along really well.
:-* :-*

Like VSF meets Coronation Street.
In the best possible sense, of course.
;)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 27, 2015, 11:56:30 PM: Don't watch corrie - do they have outdoor loos too?

They have seats...
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 28, 2015, 04:15:42 PM: OK: slates all done, walls all painted (Initial anyway)

Outstanding is currently:
Wall cap stones
Chimney
Windows for the wash house
Doors for the wash house and toilets
Lintels for 8 windows and 3 doors
Back gate archway
Main gate and back gate.
Cobbles... lots of cobbles (Or flagstones)
Bit of paint...
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Andym on December 28, 2015, 04:21:46 PM: That's looking REALLY good! :o
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 28, 2015, 06:14:33 PM: Cheers! Nearly there. Windows and door are in the wash house and the wall caps are on too.

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151228_162557_zps46i4coho.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151228_162557_zps46i4coho.jpg.html)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151228_162549_zpswksbjhl9.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151228_162549_zpswksbjhl9.jpg.html)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151228_162615_zpsspiqx7bf.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151228_162615_zpsspiqx7bf.jpg.html)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151228_162606_zpsuu7yuoai.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151228_162606_zpsuu7yuoai.jpg.html)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Thunderchicken on December 28, 2015, 07:18:02 PM: Excellent work! :-*
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 28, 2015, 08:54:48 PM: Accidentally started on a coal yard in the mean time...
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: The_Beast on December 28, 2015, 09:04:11 PM: If I say Oh, Crikey one more time, I'll have to be called 'Penfold'.

Okay, call me Penfold!

Doug
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 28, 2015, 09:44:34 PM: Still need to do the lintels, window ledges and door steps.

I've also got to do the gates but I want to work out the cobbles first.

The coal yard will get an office and weighbridge.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: The_Beast on December 28, 2015, 10:14:02 PM: Quote from: Rich H on December 28, 2015, 09:44:34 PM
I've also got to do the gates but I want to work out the cobbles first.

Plenty of suggestions available to a search here. As I recall, top contenders are Lemax Xmas matts, embossed wallpaper, faux leather faux basketball material, and split peas. As for the last... :o ::)

Actually, sounds TERRIBLE fiddly, but the person that used 'em claimed something like 'tip the surface, tap lightly, and they sort themselves out, mostly...' :o ::)

Doug
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 28, 2015, 10:24:46 PM: Yes been looking for easy cobbles or pavers but it looks like there is no easy way.

Basketball leather stuff looks great but I can't find it in the UK for a sensible price :(
Split peas or lentils are a bit big. Couldn't find any suitable wall paper either.

Will check out lemax Thanks
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: The_Beast on December 28, 2015, 11:02:05 PM: Lemax stuff I've found comes in two patterns, random pavers and brick. May be too big in either case, and not terribly 'cobble.'

Thing with round veggies, you coat them so they fill a bit, and they don't look huge.

Natch, nothing I've ever actually tried.

Doug

Edit: The thing about Xmas decorations (like Lemax) they've already been on sale (in the US), even cheaper after the holiday, and dead easy to lay out and cut vinyl mats. ;->=

Edit, part deux: AND if you try the search here, be sure to check both VSF and Gothic Horror.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Poiter50 on December 29, 2015, 12:43:09 AM: You can use Sago for cobbles as well, it is usually smaller.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 30, 2015, 02:40:41 PM: Gave up on cobbles. Flagstones are much easier!

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f127/richardhumble/Mobile%20Uploads/20151230_143209_zpswll245z5.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/richardhumble/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151230_143209_zpswll245z5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Shaved Dwarf on December 30, 2015, 05:53:01 PM: Fair enough! :'( ;)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Stroezie on December 30, 2015, 06:00:44 PM: Hehe with those flagstones it is starting to look more and more like my old elementary school yard. :D
You have some really evocative builds, keep em coming.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 30, 2015, 10:08:15 PM: Cheers guys!

I'm planning the next build now... Not quite sure which way to go.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Thunderchicken on December 30, 2015, 11:17:47 PM: Those flagstones work just fine. :)
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 31, 2015, 01:56:48 AM: Cheers!

My next project will be this winding engine house but it'll be converted into a generator house.
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6201/6056564395_6bfabc27dc.jpg)

The huge chimney is pretty impractical so it'll be reduced to about 200mm or so. Well it might be...
I'll place it in a yard full of dangerous power distribution stuff.

I really need some more scatter terrain to fill up the open spaces, my current terrain is very 'closed' with limited access, will make clearing each block very tricky! I've got some cable reels but I really need to build/buy some crates or similar.

Oh and some roads would be nice, if I could find the colour printer power lead I've got some nice PDFs that would work reasonably.

I'm also looking for cheapo hornby railway stuff, I fancy an industrial light railway between factories.
I'll just use OO/HO and call it narrow gauge.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Andym on December 31, 2015, 08:35:43 AM: Looks good! Cereal box card for the flagstones?
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Rich H on December 31, 2015, 09:15:55 AM: Yep ;) And the slates.
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: OSHIROmodels on January 02, 2016, 01:20:33 PM: I like these as well :)

cheers

James
Title: Re: So the VSF adventure begins - Back to Backs.
Post by: Alfrik on January 05, 2016, 05:04:06 PM: Looking forward to the start of the generator planet :)