GCRR Tips P1

This is a plastic bird feeder commonly sold at Lowes, etc. It has had the base removed, and the molded on details such as the broom and flower pot painted. After removing the base, 2 sides will have a gap on the bottom, which I filled with a brick-type piece of plastic left over from previous projects. I then cut out the window panes in the front door and side window. there is another door and window that I didn't do. I also painted the chimney. (The M&M figures are present for Easter only). This bird feeder, and at least 2 more, including a log cabin and schoolhouse, cost about $15.00.

CABOOSE AWNING This is an awning for a B&O wood caboose which I made. I print it on a cardstock. If you fold on each of the lines and glue (I use cyanoacrylate- AKA Zap-a_gap) the one flap under 'A', you should have the basic awning. I don't know what size it will turn out if you copy and paste, but you should be able to scale it to your need.

Once you get the flaps glued in place and everything adjusted to shape, I coat the entire awning with a thin coat of cyanoacrylate glue to make it ridgid. Once dry, paint.

CHEAP FLAT BUILDINGS I found a pair of toy flat front buildings at a yard sale for a dollar and converted one to a station (Top). Bottom is the other as originally bought.