Realistic & Durable Rustic Wood Grain Effects for 1:12 Scale Models

Well, hello there! It feels fantastic to be creating content again, my friends. My apologies for the long silence; I’ve missed our community more than I can say. Thank you to everyone who sent messages of friendship during this time. You are deeply appreciated. I look forward to catching up with you all over the coming weeks and months! Today’s offering is a short and sweet technique that can lend that extra aura of authenticity to your 1:12 scale work. I’m going to be using it in any upcoming projects that require a rustic, weathered wood texture. It couldn’t be easier - so, grab a cup of your favorite beverage and join me for a quick demonstration! ➡Purchase SVG Bundles at the Thicketworks Studio Shop: ➡Join the Thicketworks Notification Squad: ➡Sign up for Thicketworks Online Creative Courses: 🚩 Supplies! FTC disclosure: This post and my videos contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission for purchases made through my links. Thank you to everyone who chooses to support Thicketworks in this way! Thicketworks, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to . As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Tools used: Ceramic Tile to work on Palette Knife Heat Tool Teflon Non-Stick Sheet 1-2-3 Blocks 4“ Precision Square 12“ Metal Ruler Needle Files Brass Brush/File Card An old gift card A Mop Brush A Flat Brush A shop rag Materials used: 22PT Chipboard Starbond Super Fast Thin Super Glue Joint Compound/Polyfilla DIY Coffee Stain Add small amounts of boiling water to instant coffee crystals until you like the result. Seal in container to prevent evaporation. Can be kept in small spray bottles for convenience. DIY Dark Wash Add small amounts of isopropyl alcohol to Black India Ink until a transparent wash is achieved. Seal in container to prevent evaporation. Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Ink (to tint surface)