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Windows, or why it takes me so long to finish a build!


rbytsdy

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After cutting down the dormer a bit, finalizing the window placement, and cutting out the windows and doors:

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Trying to figure out where the upstairs divider should be:

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I think it will be this one, because it makes sense for me for the (smaller) powder room to be over the kitchen.

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I seem to take a long time with windows in general. I don't know what it is, but I find myself fussing over window trim and detail more, it seems, than any other feature. These windows are no exception; it has taken alot of work to get this far! :prop: Since all the window holes are custom sizes, they require custom windows. I turned to my favorite tutorial queen at http://1inchminisbykris.blogspot.com/2014/07/making-1-inch-scale-window-from-mat.html to make windows (and doors, too) from matboard.

Also, I have gotten a self-healing cutting mat, which is making a world of difference; should've done it years ago! :bear:

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You can also see to where I have added some height to the house.

My order from Ernie's April Fools 40%-off sale, the Chrysnbon bathroom kit and the "jadeite" chicken and rooster set:

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And now finally I have finished assembling all the window jambs and sashes; they're ready to paint and glue together. I'll add hardware too (though they're non-opening)-- handles and window locks. They're not glued into the walls yet, just dry-fit; after the wallpaper is installed, I'll install the window units.

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It was difficult to keep everything square, particularly the sashes. I used a very stiff transparent plastic sheet that had been a cover for a card box, I think.

The door frames are ready for the doors, but I think I'll work on the porch lattice now, since its construction drives the rest of the porch.

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Wow! You been very busy since your last post. I love dormers. I'd add them to every house everywhere if I could. Well, that's a bit of an exaggeration. But anyways, I love how it's coming out. Your Windows are looking great too.

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