Trying a new process






 As I rebuild the center section of my layout I'm trying something somewhat different for my scenery base. With large empty spaces and access to free cardboard I went with the old school mesh base. With grandchildren and my own clumsiness I wanted something more forgiving than plaster for cover. I stumbled upon the felt and paint technique.

  I purchased as close to an earth color brown felt as I could and using wood glue, secured it to the cardboard webbing. The glue holds the felt fabric to the shape of the webbing giving great contours. I purchased some cheap flat earth toned house paint and using a brush slowly painted the felt. The felt soaks up the paint so patience is needed. Before the paint dries I sprinkle some ground cover material over it. 

  I like the flexibility of it and it takes static grass easily using the normal static grass method. I hope this method finds a few of you who are looking for different techniques. 

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