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HO Layout tour of the Chicago Science and Industry Museum model rail travel from Chicago to Seattle
Welcome back everyone! In this video we visit the Chicago Science and Industry HO scale model railroad. This 3,500 square foot layout is super realistic and kid friendly.
The Modeling a railway set in the 1930s off the coast of Italy in a fictional village called Amalfitano. The people and the railway have their stories. Along the way I will share these stories, how to’s and updates on the little Gn15 scale railway
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How Not to Pour Water Scenes on a Model Railroad
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Welcome back everyone! In part 2 this video I take on the pouring of 2 part resin to create the canal for my Gn15 model railway. Here are a list of products I used and the Amazon Affiliate links: * Woodland Scenics Resin Tint a.co/d/5SgwnnV * Two part Clear Resin a.co/d/d5oTbz4 * JB Weld Epoxy a.co/d/2CQL4bb * Mod Podge a.co/d/g9hOPVA The Modeling a railway set in the 1930s off the coast of Ita...
Modeling a Rural Scene and a River on a Model Railway
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In this video we embark on the modeling of a rural scene with a river, handlay a curved turnout and eventually grape vines to simulate a vineyard. Welcome back everyone! In this video I take on the construction of three foreground buildings for my Gn15 model railway. Here are a list of products I use: Diorama Presepe: www.dioramapresepe.com/en/ Plaster cloth: a.co/d/3vFxyAw * Woodland Scenics J...
We visit an amazing HO scale model railway in Japan
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One of the largest model railroad layouts in Japan with special effects as good as the effects I. Hamburg. The layout contains cool background ideas for every model railroader.
TravelinginMiniature goes to Japan - A quick ride on the Shinkansen
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We are off to Japan. Ride with us on the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto. I am working on a video on scenery work I am doing to the model railway. Another two or three part video. The Modeling a railway set in the 1930s off the coast of Italy in a fictional village called Amalfitano. The people and the railway have their stories. Along the way I will share these stories, how to’s and updates on ...
1/24 scale Gn15 Model Railway Scenes
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While working on my next video, here are a few pictures of scenes around the layout. Best watched with your favorite beverage of choice. Ciao! Here are a list of products I used and the Amazon Affiliate links: * Hobby Saw Blade: amzn.to/3UpCiQK * Rubber Cement, Repositionable, 4 oz: amzn.to/3u7DMEx * Gorilla Dual Temp Full-Size Hot Glue Gun, Orange: amzn.to/3vVBPLH * Diorama Presepe scenic supp...
Part 2: Completing the Gn15 Canal Buildings
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Welcome back everyone! In this video I complete the canal building project for my Gn15 model railway. Here are a list of products I used and the Amazon Affiliate links: * Hobby Saw Blade: amzn.to/3UpCiQK * Rubber Cement, Repositionable, 4 oz: amzn.to/3u7DMEx * Gorilla Dual Temp Full-Size Hot Glue Gun, Orange: amzn.to/3vVBPLH * Diorama Presepe scenic supplier from Italy (not an affiliated link) ...
Building a cafe and newsstand in 1/24 scale for my Gn15 model railway
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Welcome back everyone! In this video I take on the construction of cafe/newsstand for my Gn15 model railway. Here are a list of products I used and the Amazon Affiliate links: * Hobby Saw Blade: amzn.to/3UpCiQK * Rubber Cement, Repositionable, 4 oz: amzn.to/3u7DMEx * Gorilla Dual Temp Full-Size Hot Glue Gun, Orange: amzn.to/3vVBPLH Amazon Associate Links: if you decide to buy one of these linke...
Building a 1/24 scale Gn15 Waterfront Scene
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Welcome back everyone! In this video I take on the construction of three foreground buildings for my Gn15 model railway. Here are a list of products I used and the Amazon Affiliate links: * Woodland Scenics Just Plug Port Sharing module: amzn.to/3HFyanQ * WOODLAND SCENICS JP5740 Just Plug Warm White Stick-On LED Light: amzn.to/42jU1Lj * Hobby Saw Blade: amzn.to/3UpCiQK * Rubber Cement, Repositi...
Third Anniversary of Gn15 1/24 Scale Model Railway - Layout Tour
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Third Anniversary of Gn15 1/24 Scale Model Railway - Layout Tour
Part 3: Adding power poles and power lines using EZ Lines to finish the Carpenter shop build
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Part 3: Adding power poles and power lines using EZ Lines to finish the Carpenter shop build
Part 2 Model Building Progress Despite Distractions on my Gn15 Model Railway
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Part 2 Model Building Progress Despite Distractions on my Gn15 Model Railway
A Big Thanks to all Our Subscribers
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A Big Thanks to all Our Subscribers
Part 1: Building Geppetto’s Carpenter Workshop
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Part 1: Building Geppetto’s Carpenter Workshop
Improving Model Railroad Modeling with Mock-ups
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Improving Model Railroad Modeling with Mock-ups
A Brief stroll through Amalfitano- a model railway in Gn15
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A Brief stroll through Amalfitano- a model railway in Gn15
Making Cobblestones on the Railway
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Making Cobblestones on the Railway
Finished the 1/24 scale model building and exciting YouTube News!
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Finished the 1/24 scale model building and exciting UA-cam News!
Lighting Model Railway Buildings Using Woodland Scenics Just Plug Light System
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Lighting Model Railway Buildings Using Woodland Scenics Just Plug Light System
Making a Model Clay Roof from Foam
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Making a Model Clay Roof from Foam
Let’s make a building with 3D parts!
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Let’s make a building with 3D parts!
Increasing Layout Size Using Forced Perspective in Model Railways
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Increasing Layout Size Using Forced Perspective in Model Railways
Step by Step Guide to Making Your Own Sculpey Figures
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Step by Step Guide to Making Your Own Sculpey Figures
Happy Holidays from Amalfitano (model railway in Gn15)!
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Happy Holidays from Amalfitano (model railway in Gn15)!
Quick One Evening Model Railway Projects: Making Chimneys and Roof tiles
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Quick One Evening Model Railway Projects: Making Chimneys and Roof tiles
Layout update fall 2022, electronics, scenery, and future plans
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Layout update fall 2022, electronics, scenery, and future plans
Building Bridges from Foam for Model Railroads and Dioramas
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Building Bridges from Foam for Model Railroads and Dioramas
Let’s Build a Model Railway Building with 3D Printed Parts
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Let’s Build a Model Railway Building with 3D Printed Parts
Diorama Precepe - a review: Next Level Model Railway Scenery Supplies!
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Diorama Precepe - a review: Next Level Model Railway Scenery Supplies!
Add a Realistic Stone Wall to Your Model Railroad or D&D Table
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Add a Realistic Stone Wall to Your Model Railroad or D&D Table

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  • @davestrains6816
    @davestrains6816 10 днів тому

    Outstanding, thanks for sharing. Dave

  • @SouthDown
    @SouthDown 12 днів тому

    Fantastic narrating voice.

  • @SouthDown
    @SouthDown 12 днів тому

    Un gioiellino di creazione. Complimenti.

  • @GG1man
    @GG1man 12 днів тому

    Fantastic !

  • @antoniocarlotto3311
    @antoniocarlotto3311 29 днів тому

    La prima fila e stata applicata a rpovescio ciao

  • @aaronl_trains_and_planes
    @aaronl_trains_and_planes 29 днів тому

    I've been to Chicago several times, but always on business. Next time I'm carving out some time to visit this.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 27 днів тому

      You should go. I think the trains run too fast but it is a good source of ideas. Go when is best for you in terms of crowds. I prefer when it’s quieter. Quieter Times. Although the Museum regularly has a lot of sounds, the following times tend to be less busy and generally quieter: February, May, September, and October. Spring Break (March/April), summer (June/July), and the holidays (November/December) are the busiest at Griffin MSI.

  • @coolbreeze253
    @coolbreeze253 Місяць тому

    The train speeds are not to scale though...way too fast.

  • @michaelcerkez3895
    @michaelcerkez3895 Місяць тому

    Very elaborate but I'm a country boy and would rather be in a small fishing village.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      I am like minded I prefer an up close and personal experience of a small Italian fishing village with a cafe and quirky characters.

  • @stephensenior3589
    @stephensenior3589 Місяць тому

    Impressive layout I shall visit it when we come over to see a friend of ours. To be honest I do prefer to your little village it is very much alive.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      It can get crowded trying going at a less popular time so you can enjoy it without getting all the crowd noise.

  • @FBMRR
    @FBMRR Місяць тому

    Looks great despite the set back. Great job.

  • @stephensenior3589
    @stephensenior3589 Місяць тому

    I'm glad you showed how important it is to seal every escape route for resin ,I've seen a lot of disasters with a resin pour over the years both by diyers and pros. I do enjoy the journey through the development of your village. The canal looks really good. looking forward to the next installment 🙂

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      Thank you. This was my third pour. This one and the first one resulted in leaks. It’s a struggle but the end result is worth it.

  • @luvindemtrains
    @luvindemtrains Місяць тому

    Nice comeback with very good results. I experienced this myself after making the plunge(pun intended). It was frustrating to say the least but I believe I recovered nicely because I had prepared for the worst. Unfortunately, I lost enough epoxy that I have to go back and add more. Thanks for sharing and I will watch out for your tree and vine video.

  • @prc789
    @prc789 Місяць тому

    Resin has always scared me. I've watched too many videos where most of it has ended on the floor, or where the foam has melted due to thermal reactions and even where it hasn't set properly and remained tacky. This is why I use many coats of high gloss varnish on a painted base, with gloss Mod Podge or Heavy Gloss acrylic gel for the waves. All my boats and ships are made water line. Just making a 1/35 scale German river barge for my new layout ( based on the 1/160th Artitec Model). once completed I will start on the water for my layout

  • @PaulFotschky
    @PaulFotschky Місяць тому

    Good recovery!

  • @davestrains6816
    @davestrains6816 Місяць тому

    Timely video for me as in a few weeks I will be finishing my water scene. My only attempt years ago leaked and made a horrible mess. I wonder if you had used the JB weld first while attaching the Masonite if that would have stopped the leaking? Thanks for sharing. Dave

  • @Marly51
    @Marly51 Місяць тому

    I love all the little scenarios on your diorama! Some years ago I tried a model product where you had to heat up some beads and pour... it just didn't work for me and I couldn't get rid of all the bubbles before it set! I resorted to my old method of building up layers of PVA, because it was N-scale and didn't require much depth of 'water' at the lakeside edge. I would still like to experiment, maybe produce a small diorama sometime, with a greater depth of 'water', and follow your techniques. 😊❤️

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      I was lucky enough to give those beads away to a friend a looooong time ago.

  • @greatnorthernrailwaytother4711
    @greatnorthernrailwaytother4711 Місяць тому

    Looks very convincing. Well done. Peter.

  • @MU-2
    @MU-2 Місяць тому

    A great rescue from the dreaded leaks. Nerve-racking moments to be sure, but all worked out beautifully, so no need to “cry me a river.” Looking forward to the tree construction.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      My harbor scene early in the construction was even worse so I was little better prepared but I should have leaked proof the river scene before the vegetation, instead of caulking gingerly in and around the tall grasses.

  • @rossramsdell7584
    @rossramsdell7584 Місяць тому

    I'm amazed at the beauty of your layout and enjoy watching the videos of how you create it. thank you

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      Thank you for your kind words. I fret over the design all the time. I consider the layout my way of traveling to Italy so I always ask myself what do I want to visit?

  • @MU-2
    @MU-2 Місяць тому

    Right now I could use a break at David’s. Thanks for providing.

  • @michaelcerkez3895
    @michaelcerkez3895 Місяць тому

    I don't know how this one slipped past me. Well, I guess I just took a journey into the past; if that's possible. Grazia.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      Thanks for the compliment. Its fun building these structures. After the rural scene project I will return to buildings for the corner area.

  • @michaelcerkez3895
    @michaelcerkez3895 Місяць тому

    Ah, my Friday afternoon sojourn. Grazie.

  • @romancharak3675
    @romancharak3675 Місяць тому

    A very nice and graceful curve on your handmade turnout.

  • @sheep1ewe
    @sheep1ewe 2 місяці тому

    Awesome! Always looking forward to Your videos!!

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      Thank you. Pouring a resin river soon but first making a figure to put in a boat.

    • @sheep1ewe
      @sheep1ewe 2 місяці тому

      @@TravelinginMiniature Making those little figures sounds super fun! :-)

  • @lgblover
    @lgblover 2 місяці тому

    meraviglioso

  • @danielcooper5865
    @danielcooper5865 2 місяці тому

    Delightful to see your excellent progress. I've been keeping an eye on your shorts and instagram so it was great to see the new scene come together. Looking forward to seeing how you go with the epoxy. I want to do a river edge too and epoxy scares me to death as I have had pin hole disasters in the past. I have to single out your locomotive driver figure as one of your best so far, he's ace. Keep having fun and know your little layout brings joy and inspiration to others.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      Gosh thanks for the compliment. My first water scene (the dock area) was a disaster it leaked everywhere. I had no one near me to help so I lost half the resin. So my next pour was the seaside (the part with the fish) I caulked every inch of it and was rewarded with no leaks.

  • @michaelcerkez3895
    @michaelcerkez3895 2 місяці тому

    Well it's Saturday afternoon and time for a sojourn to relax with my little friends. Thank you my friend.

  • @tfl-larsm24
    @tfl-larsm24 2 місяці тому

    Love it, great inspiration for any narrow gauger ....

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      Thanks, I am trying to create a miniature world that I would love to stroll through, maybe have an afternoon coffee at the cafe while the trains trundle by.

  • @prc789
    @prc789 2 місяці тому

    It's always a pleasure to watch one of your video's. Because of these videos, I'm now building a 2' Narrow gauge railway set in 1930's Germany in 1/35 scale as I like the Miniart figures and models. It's a nice change as I usually model in N scale (1/148). Keep up the good work as it encourages me in my endeavours.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      That sounds so cool! I hope you share your work on UA-cam or Instagram so we all can get inspired and share info on period details. For example my newspapers are miniature Italian newspapers set in 1930s Italy.

  • @TheJpec361
    @TheJpec361 2 місяці тому

    Love this... you've done a masterful job with the scenery. It is well-defined and delicate. That's hard to reproduce in smaller scales.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      Thanks for your comments. I used to model in N, HO and On30 for years. While I still love HO and N (i have to fight the urge to go back to it) this Gn15 is an opportunity for me to do something unique and immersive. These buildings really tower over me and I am 5'10"

  • @rossramsdell7584
    @rossramsdell7584 2 місяці тому

    thank you, I am grateful for all of your videos and look forward to seeing the new additions to your village. I find your rendition of Amalfitano, Italy humorous and insightful.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature Місяць тому

      Thank you for your kind words. I am glad you enjoy it. Creating this little fishing village (and future vineyard) is an enjoyable creative outlet for me. The UA-cam channel is my way of sticking to it because I love modeling in many scales and I have to guard against distractions that will lead to abandonment and get nothing far enough along.

  • @stephensenior3589
    @stephensenior3589 2 місяці тому

    Love seening this village railway evolve 🙂

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      It is fun, I should have planned it a little more. The river is a little too narrow.

  • @greatnorthernrailwaytother4711
    @greatnorthernrailwaytother4711 2 місяці тому

    Always enjoy your videos. Thanks Peter from downunder.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      Thanks my decal agent is from Australia teditor@bigpond.com! I am glad you like the videos.

  • @davestrains6816
    @davestrains6816 2 місяці тому

    Amazing, thanks for sharing. Dave

  • @michaelkellehertrainlord746
    @michaelkellehertrainlord746 2 місяці тому

    👏👍☘

  • @bluebear6570
    @bluebear6570 2 місяці тому

    Whas amazing about it. Take a look at Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg - they are truly amazing.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      The Hamburg model railway is also amazing (especially the Faller car system). This model railway is a great reason to visit Japan. I was particularly impressed with the animated background.

  • @steve87thpsap
    @steve87thpsap 2 місяці тому

    That was fun where was this at?I have been to the Children’s Museum and Rail Museum in Nagoya which have miniature layouts as well just curious for my next trip.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      It’s in Tokyo, it’s called the Small World Museum - smallworlds.jp/en/

  • @MiniaturWunderlandOfficial
    @MiniaturWunderlandOfficial 2 місяці тому

    This looks amazing! 😊

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      As a huge fan of Miniatur Wonderland (seen it twice- last time spent 5 hours there) small world was equally inspiring. I was particularly impressed with the animated backgrounds.

  • @michaelcerkez3895
    @michaelcerkez3895 2 місяці тому

    Very nice. Thanks for posting this. While it's not Amalfitano, it was enjoyable. Ciao.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      It was inspiring for me. A lot of take aways. Curious if I want to do the animated background. Hmmmm.

  • @davestrains6816
    @davestrains6816 2 місяці тому

    Awesome video, thanks for sharing. Dave

  • @bartholomewsorrentino9013
    @bartholomewsorrentino9013 2 місяці тому

    Nice side trip. What cities did you visit?

  • @kevsmodellingminute
    @kevsmodellingminute 3 місяці тому

    Your loco looks very believable. The weathering, and the sound; Everything comes together to make it look heavy! (I'm a watcher)

  • @michaelcerkez3895
    @michaelcerkez3895 3 місяці тому

    I prefer to set-up and run mine. Mind you, it's in a constant state of flux.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 3 місяці тому

      I think we all have model railways in a state of flux. Haha

  • @michaelcerkez3895
    @michaelcerkez3895 3 місяці тому

    As usual, I enjoyed my brief but very enjoyable journey to your village and its surroundings.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 3 місяці тому

      Thanks. Did you bring a bottle of wine and some prosciutto on your trip?

  • @Marly51
    @Marly51 3 місяці тому

    I have always appreciated watching trains in operation by others. I enjoy the modelmaking of the scenery and building structures with a railway feature running through. 😊

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 3 місяці тому

      I think a lot of us spend time just watching trains go back and forth. I do slow my trains down a lot, it makes them more realistic, you can appreciate the sound as the engine struggles to pull the loads notching, and it makes the layout seem bigger.

  • @noyb72
    @noyb72 3 місяці тому

    The only thing I'd do different is use metric machine screws. The hex heads on your bike are almost certainly all metric

  • @danielcooper5865
    @danielcooper5865 3 місяці тому

    Great to see the new track up and running. The sea side location will be a nice counterpoint to your village. As for me I like just running trains. And having fun!

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 3 місяці тому

      I think I enjoy the modeling aspect the most, creating scenes that remind me of Italian village life.

  • @michaelcerkez3895
    @michaelcerkez3895 3 місяці тому

    A nice journey that's very befitting a Friday afternoon. Thank you.

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      Thanks I’m glad you enjoyed it. I wish I could shrink down to 1/24 th scale to visit.

  • @petermaas4455
    @petermaas4455 3 місяці тому

    The idea with the mirror is brilliant

    • @TravelinginMiniature
      @TravelinginMiniature 2 місяці тому

      It always a surprise to folks when I point it out to folks.

  • @davestrains6816
    @davestrains6816 3 місяці тому

    Just stunning. Thanks for sharing. Dave