I always had my doubts about paint pens and pencils. But after using a few AK Interactive Weathering Pencils on a couple projects I bought the entire set. They can be used dry or wet and it is easy to remove mistakes with a damp cotton swap. They have added a new dimension to my developing weathering skills.
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I have used them for roadwheels, chrome shock absorbers on landing gear,and the red edges on landing gear doors.
So much better then Sharpies since they are actual paint.
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I have picked up some oldies but goodies and some newer kits and these are from the point of disaster on the Mig-29 digital paint scheme to present
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Nice haul! Some interesting subjects. I’ve got that Skyraider in the stash as well. I did the navy version years back - very nice kit. I’d like to see that flying wing built up - WIP thread?
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There’s also great build log on blitz bomber somewhere on this site too
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Very nice. The Arado Blitz Bomber will be an interesting build.
Stash includes but is not limited to the YB-35, YB-49, and th B-2…
I think there is a spot they can be displayed on wall if built, they are not a complicated build.
Actually, it would take longer to paint than to build them.
I have a cricut as well, was using it to cut patterns for air etching glass coffee cups, pint beer glasses…all sorts of stuff, never tried it for paint maskes though.
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Got two model kits today…one of them for free! 
Model Empire hobby store in West Allis, WI is closing soon. Their last day is March 28. 
All the members in my local model club had to go over there today and get some of our completed models out of one of their display cases. While there, I found a Churchill tank for $46 which I was able to get 40% off. Not too bad.
The T-14 Armata tank kit was free at my local model club meeting today. Somebody brought in a bunch of kits that they didn’t want and said they were all free. So I grabbed the T-14 Armata.
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Good morning my name is Nomads (Paul) and I’m an addict…
Picked up these at my LHS.
Two international orders have also shipped..
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I have always liked the lines on the Stuka and the yellow nose in particular. I have taken on ships in addition to my usual armour subjects. Currently I have the 1/72 Flower Class Corvette underway which I am modifying to the HMCS Sackville. I also have the Airfix 1/600 HMS Hood underway and have the Ark Royal and Bismarck in my stash to round out a Sink The Bismarck theme. I find ships challenging given the copious masking usually required to finish decks and superstructures, but those challenges provide lots of teachable moments that will hone my overall skills.
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I hear ya! My ship stash in going to be a Midway and a Leyte Gulf, while my Yamato will be a 1941 themed build.
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It’s NOT an addiction…I can quit any time I want…
...... I just don't want to .......
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Stumbled across this thread doing a forum search and reminded myself that I never checked back with you @Toimi_Tom, about the dehydrator. How’s it been working out for you? I wound up buying a slightly larger one than what you got, ostensibly because I could use it to dry out 3D printer filament (hey, if it works for models, too, who’s to complain?).
The forum search was for “Toronto” because we’re headed up there in a couple of weeks and I wanted to see if there were any store recommendations. I caught @Frozin’s post about Avworld and may just have to head back that way for old time’s sake…
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If you are in Toronto and have time for a trek to Mississauga (just west of TO), you might want to check out Sunward Hobbies. They have a pretty good web site and on line store.
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I love my weathering pencils! I also use them for detailing cockpits and wheel wells. They’re very useful!
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Classic kit 
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I love it! I wouldn’t call it a game changer for the hobby by any stretch, but I do use it all the time. Particularly for “baking on” primer coats, mostly on miniatures. I have been hesitant to put things like aircraft wings/fuselages in there for fear of warpage, but I don’t know how realistic that is.
An unexpected use: it’s really awesome at drying models that I’ve washed, like after stripping paint or doing a bunch of sanding. It’ll get a 1/35 Panzer II from dripping wet to bone dry, in every nook AND cranny, in under an hour.
I also use it for drying out bits of bark, grass, dirt, etc. that I gather for using in miniature bases or dioramas. You can crank the temp up a bit to basically sterilize the stuff which brings peace of mind, at least.
My hope that it would speed the “dry time” of oil paints, used for weathering etc., did not pan out. Seems like they just need time.
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I’m passingly familiar with Sunward, I hope to make the trek over there. If nothing else, they’re close to my old stompin’ grounds and I hope to make it over there, so… Maybe the family won’t realize where I’m driving until it’s too late!
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pick up some Krispy Kreme doughnuts as well…
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