diner fan Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 New here but have seen some fantastic talent. Looks like a fun forum. I build diners and drive-ins mostly in 1/2 scale. Hope you like. Diner Fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doogster Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Wow, awesome work, they look great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diner fan Posted March 7, 2006 Author Share Posted March 7, 2006 Wow, awesome work, they look great. Thanks for the kind words. I cruised the diners and drive-ins back in the 50's and 60's and wanted to recreate them in miniature. Thanks again for the compliments. Diner Fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuttiwebgal Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 all I can say is wow! Welcome to the forum!! nutti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Welcome to the forum, Diner Fan. I love the 1:24 scale cars, so your diners & drive-ins are most appealing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 <jaw dropping> Awesome work!! I have a serious craving for a cherry coke and a cheeseburger now. Welcome to the forum! Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Wow, I love your work .... and all the many details! Amazing!!! Welcome to the forum! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jing-jing Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Wow. That. is. amazing. It looks so real I almost didn't believe it was miniature for a few minutes. How did you do the neon? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPCullen Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Welcome to the forum Diner Fan, and thanks for showing your diners! Those are so fantastic I was almost not sure if they were miniature! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyn Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Welcome to the forum and wow I just love your diner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniMadWoman Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Wow, I just can't believe the detail that's gone into your diner!! It's incredible! Now, where's my cheese burger, onion rings and root beer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakyshaky Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 I did not think they were mini at first either! I thought you were posting insperation, and I was right! You do wonderful work. Oh Hi and welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaN Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Diner Fan--the detail in the 1:24th scale is incredible! Do you by any chance do model trains? The work is really incredible. Your work is better than some guilded artisans I have seen at shows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josi Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Truly awesome! I love all the detail and the shiny steel. You certainly have a talent for mini recreations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wenlaine Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Welcome to the forum, diner fan. I must admit that your diner sure brings back many good memories for me. I was a carhop during the mid-sixties and worked in one that looked very similar to your model. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diner fan Posted March 7, 2006 Author Share Posted March 7, 2006 Wow. That. is. amazing. It looks so real I almost didn't believe it was miniature for a few minutes. How did you do the neon? Thanks for the comments. I have strived for the effect of not being able to distinguish my model diners from full size structures. I'm new here and the feedback from the folks helps me know if I've met my goal. The neon lighting effects are achieved using EL lighting (electroluminescent wire). It is a low voltage wire that carries very little current and generates almost no heat. It's easy to find on line with a Google search. It isn’t expensive, comes in several neon colors and is easy to work with. Hope the info helps. Thanks again for the kind words. Diner fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diner fan Posted March 7, 2006 Author Share Posted March 7, 2006 Diner Fan--the detail in the 1:24th scale is incredible! Do you by any chance do model trains? The work is really incredible. Your work is better than some guilded artisans I have seen at shows. Thanks for the kind words. I have not done model trains but have built diner and drive-in dioramas. I have had a lot fun designing different versions to help me relive a fun time to be a teenager. Or at least I think was fun LOL. Also I would like to say, from what I have seen of what others have posted on this forum, I am among a lot of extremely talented folks. Diner Fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovecats Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 You do incredible work! Gorgeous and realistic looking too!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peggi Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 I love all your diners I only have one problem with them. You have all these cars parked outside, but there is not a soul in sight, gave me the feeling of a "Twilight Zone" episode. LOL Seriously, your diners are totally awesome, the detail is incredible even down to the reflection of the juke box in the floor. Peggi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missymew Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 I love all your diners I only have one problem with them. You have all these cars parked outside, but there is not a soul in sight, gave me the feeling of a "Twilight Zone" episode. LOL I love your diners. I'm old enough to remember that era. When I met my husband (in 1970) he was driving a 1956 chevy. Have you thought of adding characters to your scenes? Susanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfire Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 I am speechless. The detail is incredible and all I can say wow. They are so well done and bring back so many many memories. I wish my folks were still alive, Dad would be delighted to see your pictures. My parents owned the real thing when I was growing up and with just a few minor changes, this could be my folk's place. I remember the weekend I worked there, doing everything from making the burgers to manning the soda fountain and handling the cash register. I still make a mean shake. Thanks for recalling some great memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diner fan Posted March 8, 2006 Author Share Posted March 8, 2006 I love your diners. I'm old enough to remember that era. When I met my husband (in 1970) he was driving a 1956 chevy. Have you thought of adding characters to your scenes? SusanneThanks, For those of us old enough to remember, it was great fun. I used to own a 1956 Chevy too. Hope your husband kept his. I'm going to put up a few photos with people inserted into them for the fun of it. Thanks again, Diner fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molmrath Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 Wonderful work. It took me a while to realize they were scale models also. Very realistic and the detail is fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diner fan Posted March 8, 2006 Author Share Posted March 8, 2006 I am speechless. The detail is incredible and all I can say wow. They are so well done and bring back so many many memories. I wish my folks were still alive, Dad would be delighted to see your pictures. My parents owned the real thing when I was growing up and with just a few minor changes, this could be my folk's place. I remember the weekend I worked there, doing everything from making the burgers to manning the soda fountain and handling the cash register. I still make a mean shake. Thanks for recalling some great memories. Thanks for your comments and sharing your memories, It makes me feel good about the project to know these little diners bring people enjoyment. I also know and appreciate the effort of each person who posts photos of their creations here on this forum. Isn't this what it's all about? Sharing our inspiration and creations on a miniature scale. Thanks again, Diner fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missymew Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 I didn't keep my '56 chev. It was a lot of years ago. Seeing your pictures .... WOW!!! Fantastic job. The only thing missing is some great sound classics playing in the background: There's Good Rocking Tonight, Oh Donna, or Turn Me Loose....just to name three. Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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