What else is there to know about scale model making in Singapore, aside from having a well-prepared model-making working station? There is still more to scale model making that enthusiasts such as yourself should know. Let us identify them one-by-one.
Tools and Materials
Blades
Hobby Knife. Is for more detailed-cut like curb or edges, and for some reason, this suitable tool to cut thinner material.
Box-cutter. Is essential for thick boards or other materials, especially whenever you do a straight cut because this tool has more stability than the hobby knife, which means you can add more pressure to whatever material you are cutting.
Ruler
Metal. As much as possible, remember not to use plastic rulers, because they are breakable and you might accidentally slice your finger. So use a metal ruler instead, as they have more durable than the plastic ones.
Cutting Mat. Most 3D model maker in Singapore use a “self-healing” cutting mat, because no matter how many times you cut it. It will heal itself, and you no longer need to worry about messing your well-prepared mode-making working station when cutting a material all over itself.
Pro Tips
For a thick board: Start cutting with light pressure and cut many times, increasing the pressure as you go deeper. (ensure blades are perpendicular to the material, so it’s easier to glue the final cuts together)
Always replace the blades as often as possible. Especially when the blade starts to get dull.
Scale Model Making Hacks
Stabbing Window Technique. The first hack you would need to learn is the stabbing technique, because this is most suitable for anyone who doesn’t have a long patience and intermediate control. After all, this hack can help you cut out windows perfectly or any hard part of scale model making.
To do this hack, you have to buy a 7pcs Hobby knife set, and use the chisel-shape knife. Here’s what you have to do:
Stab the corners of the window using his chisel-shape knife.
Ensure the blade went through the material.
Then, begin cutting the outline of the window, so you’ll not overshoot the edges of the windows.
The Jig Hack. As for this technique, the most 3D model maker uses this whenever a repetitive shape-object needed to complete the scale model, and ensure the making process becomes easier. Here’s how to do it:
Create an object that you will array
Place it on top of the cutting mat
Then, outline it using a scrap material
Ensure you leave a space to where you’ll be cutting it from
Once that’s done, your jig is ready to use
Just align your material into the jig,
And continue cutting, until you’ve reached the number of parts you need
The Corner Holder Hack. This is for all architectural model maker enthusiasts in Singapore who’s having a hard time glueing the things and keeping the walls upright. Here are things what you should do.
