Crafts & Hobbies - Models

As America's expeditionary force-in-readiness, the US Marine Corps operates an eclectic mix of fixed-wing, rotary-wing, tiltrotor and unmanned aircraft to support the marine rifleman on the ground. The first two decades of the 21st century have seen an almost complete transformation of the marine...

Take your LEGO(R) brick builds to the next level, with the Technik Machines, Build Learn Series of books.In each series, you will find fascinating machines to build while learning the design concept involved that turned those machines into reality.Each page is a step by...

The extensiveness of war operations in Europe in 1914. caused that several theatres of war activities were created at that time. For obvious reasons, the western theatre of war remains the best known, thoroughly analyzed and described. The view on the unique contribution of...

Fold and fly amazing paper airplanes in minutes! Everything you need is in this kit! Kids--and parents--will love how easy these planes are to fold and fly! Each plane requires a maximum of a dozen steps and only a few minutes to fold--with lines...

The big book of Epic Dungeons for all you RPG campaigns The Tremendous Tome of Epic Dungeons is a high-quality, 160-page hardback book, clad in red faux-leather, embossed, with gold foil, and filled with more inspirational 3-D dungeon builds than an adventurer could safely...

USS Astoria was a cruiser of the New Orleans-class, built at the Puget Sound Navy Yard, Bremerton, Washington.Her keel was laid down on September 1, 1930. She was launched on December 16, 1933, and commissioned in the US Navy on April 28, 1934.Author: Witold...

Developed from a 1938 design by Messerschmitt the Me 262 Schwalbe (Swallow) was the world's first operational turbojet aircraft. First seeing combat in July 1944, it proved to be particularly effective against the large Allied bomber formations that were operating over Germany late in...

There are many "how-to" books in today's world of scale modeling, but none has covered the "why's", as well as, the "how-to's"... the artistic approach... until now. In TANKART, a painting and weathering guide book series, the focus is on taking real-life observations of...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to building old-fashioned model ships and boats. Written in clear, simple language and full of helpful illustrations and detailed diagrams, this book is ideal for the novice model builder, and will be of considerable utility to those...

This illustrated guidebook shows in superb detail how to construct a model toy yacht, and successfully sail it in shallow waters.With ample detail inclusive of materials guidance, measurements, and planning from conception to sailing, this guide excels as an introduction to building model boats....

The mid-1930s saw the ever increasing numbers of fast monoplane fighters entering service with many of the world's air forces. This was not the case in naval aviation, where biplane designs still reigned supreme. One exception to the rule was the French Navy with...

This book is the first comprehensive listing of these ships in English and covers the development of all the naval vessels owned or deployed by Spain during the period of the Bourbon monarchy from 1700 to 1860 (including the period of French control during...

Among the world's military air arms, United States Marine Corps Aviation occupies a unique tactical niche. As the air component of a combined-arms expeditionary force, it exists primarily to support Marine combat forces on the ground in their amphibious assault mission. From the "Banana...

This vintage book is a complete guide to build, rig, and sail self-acting model yachts. With simple, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of handy tips, this profusely illustrated handbook constitutes a must-have for the novice model yachtsman and would make for a fantastic addition...

Are you tired of spending countless hours cutting fabric shapes for your patchwork projects? Do you struggle to achieve crisp, professional-looking designs? If so, it's time to revolutionize your crafting with a Cricut machine!Say goodbye to tedious manual cutting and hello to precise, flawless...

Want to create your Fashion Styles efficiently but worry about drawing models?This Fashion Sketchbook with drawn lightly figure templates allows you to sketch your fashion designs right away without worrying about drawing models.430 female figure model (10 Poses) template pages included.Once you draw on...

Getting Started in Scale Modeling introduces intermediate-level beginners to the foundations to be successful in the hobby. From the experts at AK Interactive, this comprehensive guide explains each concept, tool and technique in visually-rich page layouts, making it easy for a new modeler to...

The National Maritime Museum in Greenwich houses the largest collection of scale ship models in the world, many of which are official, contemporary artifacts made by the craftsmen of the navy or the shipbuilders themselves and ranging from the mid-seventeenth century to the present...

Get the most out of your figure modeling with this all-new project book from award winning modeler and long-time Finescale Modeler contributor, Joe Hudson. Modeling Military Figures explores building and painting World War II figures in various scales with step-by-step instructions for over 15...

Find 40 buildable projects to make from classic LEGO pieces. Create a cute cat, wild swan, big polar bear, friendly monkey, and more. Each design uses fewer than 100 bricks, so you don t need a lot of bricks to get started. Includes loads...

If you are a Cricut Maker, Silhouette Cameo or Brother ScanNCut user and you also love miniatures or like making 3 dimensional scenes, cards, decorations or papercraft, you're going to love this book.It's full of ideas for the tiniest and cutest paper flowers you've...

LEGO(R) builders, rejoice! 40 original, ingenious, and unique car and truck projects to make from classic brick pieces.The celebrated author of Brick City, Brick Wonders, Brick Flicks, Brick History, and Brick Vehicles is back with this new title that offers 40 original, ingenious, and...

Are you tired of spending countless hours cutting fabric shapes for your patchwork projects? Do you struggle to achieve crisp, professional-looking designs? If so, it's time to revolutionize your crafting with a Cricut machine!Say goodbye to tedious manual cutting and hello to precise, flawless...

Technical/historical background illustrated with b/w photos and a selection of detailed walk around full color photographs highlighting technical details of Germany's most popular World War I trainer and observation airplane. Contains: 176 full color inside and out color photos of the only two existing...

This special re-print edition of Charles Miller's booklet "Practical Kites and Model Airplanes" is a guide to making and flying kites and model airplanes. Written in 1903, this classic text provides insight into the basics of kite and model airplane design and construction, as...

In this issue we have a very spooky '32 sedan by John Teresi, a large scale '32 roadster and Honda GP car by Ken Leslie, Nathan "Skip" Perrine shows us a cool gas station. Our ProMod chassis project continues, and we build a pair...

In this issue; our Pro Street '55 Chevy gets a new interior, Roy does a re-do on a '50 Olds, we check out Tamiya's new Mustang GT4 kit, more cool stuff off the web, 1/8th Scale Donovan 417 motor (part two), and we detail...

Modeler's logbook for keeping a diary of your modeling creations. Keep track of the model's name, producer, sculptor, and all the various paints and primers you used. There's also space to include a photo of each model you complete.Author: Crystal RaenISBN-10: 1720528993ISBN-13: 9781720528999Publisher: Createspace...

We have three really great build's in this issue Norman Sterner shows us how he scratchbuilt his amazing, big scale, Supermodified Three modelers join forces to build a replica of Bill Burnham's famous, "Old Blue" '29 roadster. Then John Teresi returns with a step...

Just a bunch of model car pictures Grand National Roadster Show Model Car Contest, Goodguys in Pleasanton, and the Citrus Nationals from SoCal Plus great feature carsAuthor: Roy R. SorensonISBN-10: 1481901745ISBN-13: 9781481901741Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/21/2013Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w...

Special anniversary issue In this issue we build three of the hottest new kits; Revell's '48 Ford Custom, Polar Lights Batmobile, and Revell's 1/12th Mustang GT500 In the Builder's Gallery we have Jerry Shoeger with a nice assortment of his cars, and a special...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to building, rigging, and cruising model sailing yachts. Written in clear, simple language and full of helpful illustrations and detailed diagrams, this book is ideal for the novice model builder, and will be of considerable utility to...

This book primarily covers hobby-grade on/off road RTR electric R/C cars. Information presented is intended for beginners and intermediate users who want to upgrade their R/C cars cost effectively for the purposes of enjoyment and elementary-level racing.Author: Rcpress AirsoftpressISBN-10: 1442108622ISBN-13: 9781442108622Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing...

When the Leopard 2, a third-generation main battle tank, first entered service with the Bundeswehr in 1979, at the height of the Cold War, it was indisputably the most advanced and potent tank in the world. During the last four decades it has undergone...

Assemble 20 detailed Game of Thrones paper models, including the Iron Throne, three dragons, and the Wall with a moving elevator! Build the world of Game of Thrones--castles, dragons, weapons, and more--with this paper model kit that is two books in one. The keepsake...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Thanks to the convenience, low cost, and ease of processing of plastic, plastic jewelry is becoming more and more popular. In particular, Resin is very popular in the handmade field. With this book, you can completely create your Resin jewelry. You can freely create...

'Farmyard Fun ' is the latest title in the Cute & Easy Cake Toppers Collection from The Cake & Bake Academy Each book in the series focuses on a specific theme, and this book contains a gorgeous selection of beautiful cake toppers perfect for...

1st Annual "Reader's Gallery" issue Over 20 pages of some of the coolest models on the planet Special how-to on the proper way to plumb brakes More cool products off the web, plus more web tipsAuthor: Roy R. SorensonISBN-10: 1728763002ISBN-13: 9781728763002Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

This book contains detailed instructions on building the F-35B Lightning II 1/48 scale model aircraft from Kitty Hawk. This book covers VERSION 2.0 of the model. If the box on your model kit does not say Version 2.0 then you need my other book...

This book is a collection of articles detailing some of the techniques and methods used in building plastic model airplanes, including several that describe using your personal computer in model making. Heavily illustrated with color photographs, these techniques are described in detail so an...

If you are a new modeler who jumps right into the build without any prep work or if you are an experienced modeler who hates prep work and keeping track of the pieces and progress, this book can be a big help. See a...

Professional illustrator Richard D. "Don" James has a way for children to enjoy the outdoors and the adventure of flight - tissue paper, Kraft paper, even newspaper blimps inflated with hot air from a firebox that he teaches you to make. For the more...

My book (Build a Blue Angle close formation RC model airplane), was composed and illustrated for the young at heart that would like to fly a 22 inch wing span RC airplane at a park near their home. The book features building plans, building...

This book is the fifth volume of the "New Model Maker" series, covering every phase of designing and constructing working model railways. With simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations, this handbook is highly recommended for those with an interest in building model railways from...

A step-by-step guide for building a car wash pylon sign scale model from scratch including blueprints in the most common scales such as 1/5, 1/6, 1/8, 1/10, 1/12, 1/16, 1/18, 1/25, 1/32, 1/43, 1/64 and 1/87. This book also includes access to a special...

This book contains A3 size scale plans in 1/32, 1/48, 1/72 scale of the Polish PZL P.24 A/C aircraft.ISBN-10: 8367227301ISBN-13: 9788367227308Publisher: MMPLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/14/2023Pages: 24Format: Paperback

This book guides you step by step, from the shopping list to the assembly blue prints, while you build your own scale barn out of wood. The book includes blueprints from scale 1/25 up to 1/87. After buying this book, you will get access...

This vintage book is a comprehensive manual on the building of model clipper ships, with information on constructing everything from the simplest waterline types to fine scale models fit for exhibition. With complete, easy-to-digest instructions and detailed illustrations, this volume is ideal for novice...

This vintage book is a complete guide to building model ships, with information on required tools and equipment, complete directions for design and assembly, instructions for installing engines, and much more. Profusely illustrated and highly accessible, this volume is ideal for those with little...