jbshan Posted October 26, 2015 #31 Posted October 26, 2015 Thread for sewing comes in basically standard sizes for the purpose; button and carpet, embroidery, normal sewing. Commercial sewing probably has more sizes, for bluejeans, tarps and other canvas-like materials. You'll have to test some out for your purpose and scale. Some of the really small linen stock is for sutures, so no strands, just a single twist. It goes in and comes out easier that way. mtaylor and Canute 2 Joel Sanborn http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/9953-lexington-by-jbshan-dlumberyard-164-from-the-seaways-practicum-by-clay-feldman/
mischief Posted November 18, 2015 #32 Posted November 18, 2015 (edited) BEST explanations for not using the evil CA ever. Edited November 18, 2015 by mischief Canute and mtaylor 2
flying_dutchman2 Posted November 18, 2015 #33 Posted November 18, 2015 For rigging I use clear nail polish. I have a model I built in 1987 and the rat lines are still secure. CA when I have to glue something quick or I cannot clamp it. I use a drop of CA here and there and the rest of the area I use the white glue. Marc Canute, mtaylor, reklein and 1 other 4 Current Built: Zeehaen 1639, Dutch Fluit from Dutch explorer Abel J. Tasman Unofficial motto of the VOC: "God is good, but trade is better"
miloman Posted February 7, 2016 #34 Posted February 7, 2016 Has anyone used Aleens Fast Grab glue with good results.....Milo mtaylor 1
Dwaing Posted February 7, 2016 #35 Posted February 7, 2016 MilomanI use Alene's sticky with good results. mtaylor 1
Ulises Victoria Posted February 8, 2016 #36 Posted February 8, 2016 (edited) Did anybody used Elmer's Clear transparent school glue for rigging? Zoltan Haven't used that kind of glue because I think it will not dry flat and would leave a shiny spot. I may be wrong, though. As always "Experiment" Anyway, I am very happy with the results I get from diluted white glue and/or Testor's FLAT varnish. Edited February 8, 2016 by Ulises Victoria mtaylor and Martin W 2 There aren't but two options: do it FAST, or do it RIGHT. Current Project Build Log: Soleil Royal in 1/72. Kit by Artesania Latina. Last finished projects: Royal Ship Vasa 1628; French Vessel Royal Louis 1780. 1/90 Scale by Mamoli. 120 Cannons Future projects already in my stash: Panart: San Felipe 1/75; OcCre: Santísima Trinidad 1/90; Wish List: 1/64 Amati Victory, HMS Enterprise in 1/48 by CAF models. So much to build, so little time!
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