Off The Rails: The Sally’s Shows continue, Episode 46

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 46

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Gerry shares more super helpful suggestions for stuff you can buy from Sally’s Beauty Supply (and other similar shops). Sounds silly? Not so much! Especially when you see how Gerry’s stockpile has some surprising applications in model railroading! […]

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Off The Rails: The Sally’s Shows continue, Episode 46

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 46

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Gerry shares more super helpful suggestions for stuff you can buy from Sally’s Beauty Supply (and other similar shops). Sounds silly? Not so much! Especially when you see how Gerry’s stockpile has some surprising applications in model railroading! […]

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Off The Rails: Soldering on, Episode 45

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 45

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode Gerry soldiers on about soldering applications in model railroading. Specifically, he shares additional insights regarding flux, tools, and techniques that can help you avert headaches and hassle. […]

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Off The Rails: Soldering on, Episode 45

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 45

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode Gerry soldiers on about soldering applications in model railroading. Specifically, he shares additional insights regarding flux, tools, and techniques that can help you avert headaches and hassle. […]

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Expert Scratchbuilding Tips with Renee Grosser: Part 4, Structure finishing tips

Model farmhouse.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page To complete her O scale scratchbuilding series, modeler Renee Grosser shares her technique for adding realistic roof shingles, chimney fixtures, and window/door details to the rustic farmhouse. […]

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Plans for a rural rail-served dairy

DairyplansDec19

Frequent Model Railroader contributor Brooks Stover built this small rail-served dairy for his S scale Buffalo Creek & Gauley model railroad. It’s based on a compact trackside industry found on the prototype. Learn more about the project in the December 2019 Model Railroader. You can also download a PDF of drawings of the structure, including […]

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How-to Library: Designing and Printing Decals

Several graphics being designed on a computer screen.

Model Railroader magazine’s Steve Otte shares a decal printing technique he used to complete his structure for MRVP’s State Line Kitbash Challenge. Follow along as he demonstrates the steps that take you from computer design to color-printed, waterslide decal sheets! […]

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How-to Library: Designing and Printing Decals

Several graphics being designed on a computer screen.

Model Railroader magazine’s Steve Otte shares a decal printing technique he used to complete his structure for MRVP’s State Line Kitbash Challenge. Follow along as he demonstrates the steps that take you from computer design to color-printed, waterslide decal sheets! […]

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How-to Library: Designing and Printing Decals

Several graphics being designed on a computer screen.

Model Railroader magazine’s Steve Otte shares a decal printing technique he used to complete his structure for MRVP’s State Line Kitbash Challenge. Follow along as he demonstrates the steps that take you from computer design to color-printed, waterslide decal sheets! […]

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Expert Scratchbuilding Tips with Renee Grosser: Part 1, Sub-wall construction

Renee's model farmhouse.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Award-winning modeler Renee Grosser launches an MRVP exclusive mini-series highlighting her top-notch modeling skills and tips. Follow along as she shares her process for using styrene to scratchbuild a farmhouse from little more than a few snapshots! […]

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