i need some help

**silver47** · #1 05-21-2009, 07:45 PM

to everyone
now that PMI is closed or almost closed i would like to find a source for castles and cathedrals, preferably in north america. i have only ever worked from models that come in books. if there is a good english supplyier that would also be helpful. thanks.

gary

**CharlieC** · #2 05-21-2009, 07:49 PM

Paper Model Store seems to have a fair range of architecture models - he operates out of Chicago.

Regards,

Charlie

**willygoat** · #3 05-22-2009, 06:45 AM

If you feel like doing some electronic models, Canon has a nice selection of architecture from around the world

Architecture - Paper Craft - Canon CREATIVE PARK

**silver47** · #4 05-24-2009, 08:14 PM

thanks for your help. now that i have downloaded 1 of the models on fairly heavy letterhead what kind of cardstock should i use thanks gary

**Darwin** · #5 05-24-2009, 09:18 PM

I recommend 110 lb cardstock. You can pick it up at just about any office supply shop (Office Depot, Staples, etc.).

**silver47** · #6 05-25-2009, 07:20 PM

darwin thanks for the assist. i'm in town everyday and actually have a staples.
as i have always worked with the preprinted book form of german and french publishers, what about glue to stick the 2 items together? gary

**SCEtoAUX** · #7 05-26-2009, 05:54 AM

You will get a lot of different recommendations for the type of glue to use.

I use Aleene's Fast Grab Tacky Glue almost all of the time. It is a PVA or white glue. I use a glue stick like Ross or 3M for some laminations. People use various types of UHU glues too. CA glue (aka super glue) is useful for stiffening parts or glueing paper to metal.

**Keds_Girl_Lala** · #8 05-26-2009, 06:30 AM

I make some architecture model myself... For glue, I prefer a clear type solvent glue like Uhu Kleber, Devcon Weldit, or Duco. I use these becuase they stick faster than many white glue ones. And they do not make the paper so soggy. Every white glue I try, including the different Aleene's Glues, they make the paper into mush nearly instantly, and then it takes hours to dry and harden again. I do use them some but not so much overall. Uhu has a big yellow bottle of a clear glue that is not bad. I use that some. And I like Ross Permanant Glue Stick... it is Permanant and does not come apart like many other stick do. Zap-A-Gap I use for some parts and it is Invaluable. On my Messerschmitt I had fear of cutting slots in the nose for the propellers, but with Zap A Gap I can fix each propeller in place perfectly and they do not droop.

If you want architecture models also and do not mind to buy from overseas, the German brands like Wilhelmshavener, Schreibiner (I know I spell that wrong) etc have MANY designs.

**Phil** · #9 05-26-2009, 06:43 AM

You can also try this search for Architectual Paper Model at Amazon.com .

**Sakrison** · #10 05-26-2009, 07:08 PM

Also, take a look at this site: Free Paper Models of Buildings and Structures