havanaholly Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 ...Maybe I will one day attempt half scale as it seems to be enjoyed by so many.Any time y'all are down here in Baldwin County & we're home you are certainly welcome to come see my 1:24 endeavors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalesq Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I agree with the others who have said that bashing (also known as "kitbashing") is less intimidating in half scale. To me, everything just seems more manageable. I bashed two Rosedales together to make a bigger house... it was a challenge, but totally doable, and I was so proud of myself when it came out basically how I had imagined it. I agree. I'm not sure what it is about the one inch scale, but I am more intimidated and less likely to try something. Maybe it is what you said, that it's more manageable in half inch to make changes. And I feel like if I completely mess it up, it's okay to start over because the kits aren't as expensive as the full scale ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheckMouse Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 I haven't tried the 1/2" scale yet - but I jumped right on down the scale to the 1:144's ! And I LOVE it! I'm honing my skills on that scale and working towards making my own buildings without buying a kit. And, yes, I do use a magnifier. I bought one at a county fair a couple years ago and really like it - comfortable to wear, easy to use, and I can look up over the top of it so I can see the TV. Another thing I like about this scale is that I can put them all in the larger 1:12 scale houses - they don't take up extra space. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalesq Posted October 13, 2012 Share Posted October 13, 2012 I haven't tried the 1/2" scale yet - but I jumped right on down the scale to the 1:144's ! And I LOVE it! I'm honing my skills on that scale and working towards making my own buildings without buying a kit. And, yes, I do use a magnifier. I bought one at a county fair a couple years ago and really like it - comfortable to wear, easy to use, and I can look up over the top of it so I can see the TV. Another thing I like about this scale is that I can put them all in the larger 1:12 scale houses - they don't take up extra space. I've got visor magnifiers like yours, mine are black and have a little extra pull down lens which lets me see REALLY close up. Got them at Harbor Tool and Freight for $5! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SallyG Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 I love half scale because of the smaller size...it allows me to work on a house, and then move it easily into my extra bedroom with the door closed until I get back to working on it. I have a very "helpful" kitty who would be glad to do some "work" on the house if it was left in the main part of the house! I do have a lighted standing magnifying glass, and I also purchased a visor that has four different magnifications. I find them excellent when working in half scale! To be honest, I do watchmaking as a hobby also..vintage ladies watches...and find half inch scale gigantic compared to working with fine ladies watches!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kabrina Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 I love the smaller scales because everything is so much more tiny. I have a Sea-Side villa in storage until I get a new place but I am able to plan and start work on my 1/2 scale Colonial. I have only ever made a half scale puzzle house. I bashed the heck out of it so it doesn't even look like the puzzle anymore. I had a blast doing it but I am a bit nervous about trying to furnish and accessorize in this scale even though I've not had that feeling with my 1:48 Pickett hill. There is so much more available in that scale then in half scale though. I have some major ideas bursting out for the Colonial that once I have my supplies it should come together very quickly. I hope you give it a shot. It is fun and your tweezers will become your best friend LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Grey Posted November 2, 2012 Author Share Posted November 2, 2012 Any time y'all are down here in Baldwin County & we're home you are certainly welcome to come see my 1:24 endeavors. Thanks, Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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