Using Sketchup’s 3D Text feature, and my Printrbot Play 3D printer, it took me about an hour to design, print and apply these dimensional letters.  

A bunch of details to complete but putting this project structure aside for now. Finished the ivy on the west wall, temporary banner across the front (the dymo label tape doesn't want to stick to the painted wall). Reflections in the windows behind the glazing is from pictures of the actual location taken a few years ago. Doing a section of landscape foam to support the building. Slow process to building the Napanee scene the way I want it.

Recently acquired a Detail Associates "Branch Line Roundhouse" Kit # 700, that I was assured was complete.

Seems to be missing the instruction sheet and parts inventory. Looking for a copy, if you can help let me know

Ballasting the tracks can bring that all important finished look to any model railroad. Many readers on this site already have their own technique for this, but not everyone is an expert. So for everyone else, who is just learning, here is how I have refined this simple but daunting (if you've not done it before) landscape skill.