Category Archives: life

F***ed Up Friday, not Feel Good Friday!

Posted on November 3, 2023 by bawdsey

Well it’s one of those Fridays. A quick bit of modelling before heading out of the corral, what could possibly go wrong? Well, the above basically, that’s what could go wrong, and has. Having completed the painting and decal application … Continue reading →

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The Art of Railway Modelling, James Hilton (Book Review)

Posted on November 1, 2023 by bawdsey

The Art of Railway Modelling £18.50 Wild Swan Books Ltd ISBN 9 781912 038558 The Art of Railway Modelling” by James Hilton is a very different look at the captivating world of railway modelling. James, an experienced modeller himself, shares … Continue reading →

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The Vicarious Modeller

Posted on October 27, 2023 by bawdsey

I had one of those messages from a good friend recently. You know one of those that makes you think, sending you off on a path you’ve never previously considered, they said ; another one of those projects I can’t … Continue reading →

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Motivation Monday

Posted on August 7, 2023 by bawdsey

Sometimes just flicking through the pictures taken during projects is a useful little reminder of how things have gone, and a prompt for going. The image above is of Shelfie4 in March 23. It’s a key picture, almost a milestone … Continue reading →

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First Look Rapido’s 16in Hunslet

Posted on January 27, 2023 by bawdsey

It’s probably giving the game away but I’m already thinking do I need a second one? So first impression in ten minutes is this is a very creditable first locomotive release as their own Rapido Trains Uk, rather than as … Continue reading →

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2023 First one in

Posted on January 1, 2023 by bawdsey

Well 2023 is underway. It’ll be a big change and possibly challenge too. Both of us made redundant in December there’s a new life balance to work out, depending on whether anything turns up employment wise. One thing is certain, … Continue reading →

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Warley 2022, the rest

Posted on December 4, 2022 by bawdsey

Hornby TT I took the opportunity to look at the TT display on Hornby’s stand, and overall was impressed by the stock in particular. Having ordered an 08 I was pleasantly surprised to see the blue version on the stand. … Continue reading →

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Warley Cavalex class 56

Posted on November 26, 2022 by bawdsey

Here at Warley for the first time in two years. A good vibe around the place and well attended. Getting into BR blue the EP from Cavalex is really looking good. Easy chip access, and exquisite detailing being of note, … Continue reading →

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Motivation Monday, Iain Rice, Influencer

Posted on October 10, 2022 by bawdsey

This weekend the hobby lost one of its greatest influencers, Iain Rice. So why might that be a motivation? Well Iain was a prolific writer and modeller across the hobby, not only here in the UK but its fair to … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday IL76

Posted on July 27, 2022 by bawdsey
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