What methods do you employ when making thatched roofs in 10mm scale?

If at all possible, please provide an example of your work.

Thanks!

 

I could have sworn one of 'the gang' has posted something relevant to this, M'Lud
Damned if I can find it though. 
Sure someone will be along soon to point you in the right direction. 
Cheers - Phil.

I have in the past used modelling putty and etched the thatch into it when wet with a pin. It takes a bit of time, but it paints up well and I think gives a better look than teddy bear fur.
It will take me a while to find the model as all is still chaos after moving house.

Cheers
Ian

I haven't done but Teddy bear fur glued on then combed through with PVA seems popular

I use craft felt bought from Poundland's craft section. Glue it down onto the roof with a slight overhang on all sides to allow for shrinkage then cover the felt with watered down filler -also from Poundland- and, using an old comb, scrape downwards from the apex. Leave to dry -usually overnight- and paint.

Examples:



and

I'd say it worked. Perhaps a hint of yellow dry-brushing?

They look good

Quote from: Subedai on 23 November 2015, 11:48:49 AM
I use craft felt bought from Poundland's craft section. Glue it down onto the roof with a slight overhang on all sides to allow for shrinkage then cover the felt with watered down filler -also from Poundland- and, using an old comb, scrape downwards from the apex. Leave to dry -usually overnight- and paint.

Examples:



and

Excellent work, I particularly like the second example!

I like that effect, how did you go about it WeeWars?

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