Category: Crafting
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Staining the table
Another update on the gaming table – most of the panels at this point have received their stain layer. This is using Minwax oil-based wood stain, in Dark Walnut coloring – which is the same one used for TV cabinet. For the most part, the stain has gone on very easily – simply wipe it…
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Gaming table progress
On Thursday, I shared the progress of the gaming table top section, and that the various pieces were now cut, assembled, and otherwise drying. Following our gaming sessions this weekend, I now had time to validate that they actually fit (they do), and accomplish the original goal. Most importantly, that the various pieces slot together…
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Gaming table, phase 2
Finally starting on the next stage of the grand gaming table. As published previously, my intent has been to create a large gaming surface, for our oversize group. We have the table itself, which itself is rather massive, but still a bit cramped for the players. The first step was to create a virtual table…
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Props – the golden scarab
The final book of our Carrion Crown prop collection is a bit of a mystery to the group. It is presented as a locked tome, bound in leather, and in good condition – unlike most of the rest of the items. On the cover, is a single golden scarab, but no other notes or indicators.…
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Cthulhu
Extending my ongoing Horror theme, I was doing some model searches recently, and came upon a newly posted Patreon filled with the Cthulhu mythos. Of course, everyone needs a model of the great Cthulhu itself, so I quickly subscribed and collected the models. Now that I have finished the tiles for my Catan board, I…
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Hexton Hills
As mentioned, one of my next big projects is a Golarian world map, designed and printed in Hexton Hills 3d terrain tiles. First stage is a proof of concept Settlers of Catan board, before I dive into the much larger project of a full regional or world map. One of the excuses I have had…
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The next project
With the ship of the line project nearing completion, I am turning my attention to the next big assembly, utilizing my collection of Hexton Hills terrain tiles. These are 3d printed designs for terrain, intended for use in a large scale campaign map. It is a kickstarter I participated in some time ago, but have…
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Launch date approaching
For several months now, I have been working on a 3d printed model of a classic sailing ship, opting for a overly large and complex model. Three masts, six sails, four decks, and a fully usable miniature scale design. Parts have been printed as a combination of resin for detail, or FDM for large basic…