Combining 3 kits to make Wiley & Son Paper Mill

In this episode we combine three kits from Carolina Craftsman Kits to make one large Paper Mill. This is the fourth and final video in the series. We also build a diorama for the model to be displayed on. I show you how to make concrete using joint compound and how to use real dirt. I also discuss painting and weathering track. Join me for the exciting conclusion to the four part video series.
Hope you enjoy the video and happy modeling everyone!!!
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[@craft-o-matic2377]

I just realized your model probably didn't make it to many shows because of you-know-what. Is it making the rounds this year? Tremendous work Jason! Once again, absolutely masterful! Thank you! Lisa

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thanks Lisa. Not sure about shows this year. It’s a possibility.

[@cherolynwolf5913]

I made my brother a diorama and I do understand what goes into this stuff and my diorama is nothing in the same class as yours! It amazes me what it is you accomplish.

[@jvanamb]

Jason; You and Jeff Grove did a masterful job with the KIT-SMASH series. I have done hyper Kitbashing in the past. However, the two of you have taken the art form over the deep end. And jumped in head first. Into a different realm. Congratulations. When you mentioned the Springfield train show I was not certain if you meant the Amherst Railway Society Annual Train Show, at the BIG E exposition site, or not. But I and my club will be there with our demo OPS Session. Hope to meet Mr. Grove there. One thing I may bring up is ONCE a year the two of you get together and look back at previous Carolina Craftsman Kits and Kit-Smash a couple together, as you did here. Then rebrand the Smash-Kits as the Jenson/Grove Signature Series. For those with apprentice or intermediate modeling skills, this could result in them improving their technique, visualizing their building style more inclusively, and increase their desire to expand their artistry. All good. SEE YA' DOWN THE LINE' Jim

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so very much!!! I really appreciate it!!! And that is a great idea and would be a lot of fun! Thanks for watching!!!

[@ronscannell6942]

Im watching this for the 3rd time, its another great build

[@spence812]

Another excellent tutorial and kit from you Jason. The only two problems I see with these kits are the cost, including international postal charges and the availability in the UK. The majority of our kits are thin flimsy card kits, pre printed etc. I think it is a lot more difficult to weather these kits due to warping and stretching of the thin card.Anyway, I loved the tutorial and feel my skills are slowly improving thanks to your knowledge and techniques. Thank you for all the video's you do to help everyone.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Spence!!! And thank you so much for watching! Happy modeling!!!

[@normg2242]

I would LOVE to do paintings of your models...!

[@zonegamma8197]

I appreciated that you explained how a kit is made

[@jacoolckers6465]

You models are so awesome that I just want to move in.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!!!

[@johnschutt9187]

Excellent, excellent work! Thank you!

[@timndel]

Your attention to detail and eye for weathering are incomparable. Really digging everything you do.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Tim, I really appreciate it!!!

[@myksweet]

You’re awesome.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you!!!

[@garychestnut6380]

Thanks for the videos Jason. getting back into hobby after twenty years. I will be modeling in N Scale I have learn so much from form your videos.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Gary, I really appreciate it!!! Happy modeling!!!

[@bryantadams4416]

By far the most technique shown off in the many vids Ive watched. Skills are on point Jason. Getting back into the hobby thanks to these incredible models and your inspiration! Thanks!!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it Bryant!!!

[@CassidysWorkshop]

It's always fascinating to watch your build videos, Jason. And this one is especially interesting because of the way the separate kits came together. I'm glad to hear your description of what the laser-cut model producers have to go through to bring a structure from the imagination to the box. I am friends with a few and know they do it out of their love of the hobby as well as a way of expressing their own creativity. I'm very much looking forward to seeing this with Jeff at a future show.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Greg!!! I really appreciate it!!!

[@robertklafehn7256]

I just saw this diorama at the Carolina Craftsman booth at the Springfield Train show. It looks great on the video but is even better in person! You do fantastic work! Thanks for taking the time to share your skills with us.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!!!

[@Bruno.Trains]

Very interesting ☺😊😘 !!!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much!!!

[@normanrowe2831]

Hi Jason, a great collaboration, a great product, a great 4 part series. Here’s to many more. But.....hopefully not until we get some more progress on your layout. Please. See ya next time.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Norman!!! I'll have some update videos coming next!!!

[@zonegamma8197]

Very nice industry, very inspiring

[@kittonsmitton]

What a labour of love, thank you Jason you are an inspiration to those of us who love this level of detail and realism and your talent and skill level are a pleasure to watch. Thank you for sharing.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so very much, I really appreciate it!!!!

[@kittonsmitton]

@@JasonJensenTrains You're welcome.

[@kenamosjr.bo_51]

As usual you have knocked it out of the park, your modeling skills are top notch. Thank you for sharing with us regulars your professional skills. I look forward to all your videos, since using your techniques my modeling has improved greatly, Thank you.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Ken!!! I really appreciate it!!!

[@alexwake850]

Fantastic Jason, enjoyed that, very therapeutic watching you put the three separate models together, inspirational, thanks for sharing.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Alex, I really appreciate it!!!

[@trondatleolsen245]

World class modelling! As I have said many times before; thank you so much for sharing it with us! Keep up the good work!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Trond, I always appreciate hearing from you!!!

[@jimsmoter4510]

You did a great job . The concrete looked so realistic.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you Jim!!!

[@wilzdart]

the build looks fantastic. I found your channel looking for something and glad I did. I always before used styrene for scratch building but I have not started building wood kits...N scale but still the same technics only smaller. Enjoy your channel

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Will, I really appreciate it!!! I agree all the techniques can be used on N scale. Happy modeling!!!

[@wilzdart]

@@JasonJensenTrains I have been watching a lot of your builds, I don't remember you prime ring the structure. Am I missing something, I started building and used pan pastels to "Paint" the walls. I see you like craft paints. I have never used them.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

I dont put a primer on wood walls. I love craft paints.

[@calvinsaxton9925]

thanks Jason and thanks for introducing me to Carolina Craftsman kits. great job !

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Your welcome! Happy modeling Calvin!!!

[@gjr427]

Well Jason it took me awhile to get around to watching the video like I said I would, and man was it ever worth the watch, As always it was outstanding and educational, especially the remarks about designing and creating a new kit. Maybe folks will also understand the cost of the kit. As always great job and thanks for sharing.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so very much Jerry, I always appreciate hearing from you!!!

[@OtterCreek]

What an amazing end result!

[@cprtrain]

Outstanding. Thanks for posting.

[@davidmuse7004]

Grreat planning and attention to the small thing when do this. Always enjoy watching Jasen Muse

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much David!!! I always appreciate hearing from you!!!

[@martincsanadi747]

Jason, this is a amazing Masterpiece that you Build!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Martin!!! I always appreciate hearing from you!!!

[@Rhinexing]

Outstanding kit & your build/presentation was thorough & enjoyable as usual! Now, if it only came in N-Scale... 🤣

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so very much!!! I really appreciate it!!!

[@garychestnut6380]

I agree with you love to see these kits in N scale

[@ricter591]

Thanks for sharing Jason loved the series.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Rick!!!

[@harperlarry49]

Simply amazing. There is always something new to learn watching you at work. Thank you for sharing this.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Larry!!! I love sharing my passion for this hobby with others!!!

[@davidquerry8869]

Really great looking kits. Fantastic job.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much!!!

[@Longshadowsmodeltrees]

Outstanding job Jason. Bob

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Bob!!!

[@Grainexpress]

A great way yo begin my day Jason! Thank you & just a superb job with this project! Learning so much watching your videos. Thanks!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!!! And Thanks for watching!!!

[@yrunaked4]

Jason, such an amazing look into what it takes to bring a model like this to life, its a side of modeling that most of us will never know. This kit is amazing the way it can be a stand alone model, or combined into a lager complex. Looking at each kit as a separate building may make it less intimidating for some modelers who would maybe pass on the bigger combined kit. This is a winning combination no matter which way you look at it, very well done. I went to look at the structure on CCK website and ended up getting the only Harbor Inn kit he had instead. Had it not been for your efforts, I probably would have missed out on that opportunity. I know you put so much work into your videos but I would like you to know that it makes a difference in my life in many ways. You inspire and help to create ideas in my own efforts. I can only imagine that you do as much for others as well. Cheers, Rob

[@JasonJensenTrains]

WOW, Thank you so very much Rob, I truly appreciate it!!! I absolutely love sharing my passion for this hobby with others. So glad to hear you found CCK. Happy modeling Rob!!!

[@keithdenner9441]

All I can say is incredible!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much!!!

[@pathfinderrailroad5721]

turned out Great ! nice job . . . I hope you bring it to some shows in the Baltimore area ! thanks for sharing your video., Brian

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Brian, I really appreciate it!!!

[@MrBsHiawathalandRails]

Just in Awe! Always! Mr. B.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Mr. B !!! I really appreciate it!!!

[@paultijink4235]

Jason, this is awesome modelling, really beautiful end result.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Paul!!!

[@LaytonJunction]

hey Jason. loved the video you have amazing skills mate, what this hobby is all about fantastic modelers like you. kind regards Al.😊😊😊👍👍👍

[@JasonJensenTrains]

WOW,Thank you so very much Al!!! Happy modeling!!!

[@tracksidecustommodeling7394]

Outstanding!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much!!!

[@KerleyExpress]

Great build love it

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Dwight!!!

[@ChrisK-LTC]

Looks amazing. That diorama could be super detailed to the extreme.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much!!!

[@markrhine5116]

your work is awesome . like it like it a lot...

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much!!!

[@aussiefrenchman-hobbytable9960]

Hi Jason well done mate! That is one very large diarama, went to that site of yours, need to win lotto so I can buy all those great looking kits,so much choice, looking forward to seeing more of your layout soon,thanks for sharing 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍ps you guys need to do a n scale series PLEASE

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Marc, I always appreciate hearing from you!!! So sorry about having no N scale. I've never worked in N scale. Thanks for watching and happy modeling !!!

[@petec4302]

Hi Jason, I have watched all your videos and have learned so much from you, fantastic work! Your artist background REALLY shows in your finished work. Even my wife knows your name now, lol, and we both look forward to your next posts. I do have a suggestion for you, I like using artists colored pencils for coloring the edges of paper signs. I got tired of having to reprint signs from the markers bleeding into the sign area. Black and burnt umber work great.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much Pete, I really appreciate it!!! And Thanks for the tip!

[@bruceglazier4028]

How about some rolls of paper? Beautiful build. Here's a tip: I keep a leather strop on my bench. I use it to keep my knife blade sharp. 15 swipes on my blade gives me a super sharp knife blade. I haven't replaced my blade in several months. I realize blades are cheap but 15 swipes takes no time at all.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

The paper rolls would look great!!! And Thanks for the tip on sharpening blades. Another way to dave money. Thanks for watching!!!

[@TristanBray]

Jason your modelling skills are incredible. Very impressed. But when are we going to see a train running on Jason Jensen Trains? :)

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much!!! Trains are coming very soon! I promise!

[@FougarouBe]

Really great ! :)

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much!!!

[@windstormer7711]

An amazing masterpiece Jason ! Nice work ! 😍👍

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!!!

[@karlmuller1854]

Hi Jason, to this project I must say, that I watched in awe the making of it.Fantastic job. We are talking about building old houses which have been around for a long time, have rusted metals and are in old and used condition. My self i build this week a couple of small railroad builds who were standing on the Pensy years. What didn`t fit in terms of alltogether look were the acetats for the windows. That stuff looks like there was a window cleaning grew running around every day to clean the windows. As you were showing the complete kit from all sides I noticed the extreme reflections in those window paines. I sit here in Germany and build also Faller and Vollmer plastic kits with extruded clear plastic as windows, they don`t reflect as much as the acetate does. I think I`m gonna try to tune those acetates down with the airbrush. See what happens. What do you think.? Thanks for your good work and explanation to everything.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Thank you so very much, I really appreciate it!!! I have frosted the acetate windows by using super SUPER fine sand paper on the back of them. I go in a circular motion (going over it many times). Or try covering the inside of the acetate with white Elmer's glue (it dries looking foggy). Thanks for watching and happy modeling!!!

[@karlmuller1854]

@Frank Stein Thanks to Frank and David Berkheimer for your ideas to tone down the glare on acetate windows

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

This is the first time I've seen TRACK in any of your Videos!! 😜 Seriously, that came out GREAT! Smart use of a background Building in a full relief Structure. Very clever!! I'm a little concerned about one thing... The Road and Sidewalks placed on Styrofoam that wasn't sanded or grooved. Being a Diorama that will travel, I'd be worried about the ground cover chipping off.

[@OtterCreek]

I love the signs. Do you have a specialized printer? I have told myself that I need to invest in a much better printer. Mine runs out of ink after the 4th thing you print... it's so frustrating.

[@JasonJensenTrains]

I have a laser printer. I use to use a print shop by my house all the time. It's not that expensive using your local print shop.

[@OtterCreek]

@@JasonJensenTrains Unfortunately I have no local print shop. I live in an extremely small town in NW Ok. I deal with almost everything by online ordering. Thus my frustration with the printer ink. I'm always waiting for the mail!!

[@kenkarns2272]

Jason, question...where do you do your spray painting and do you use any vapor/particulate collection system? Keep up the wonderful videos!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

I spray paint outside unless it's something real small. Then I use a large cardboard box to spray in.

[@kenkarns6155]

@@JasonJensenTrains I currently do the same thing except when it's really cold or damp outside. I was looking at one of those small "spray booths" and haven't talked with anyone who has used one to get any feed-back. Thanks for the prompt reply.

[@karlmuller1854]

Hi Jason, would you let me know if I can airbrush those Americana acrylics and if with what dilution.Thanks

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Yes you can. I dilute mine with water. When you are done make sure to run lots of water throught the airbrush and clean it well. If acrylic paints dry in the airbrush it will become rock hard. Very difficult to remove dried paint from an airbrush.

[@Grainexpress]

Question Jason, what kind of brush do you use on you pastel chalks? Stiff brush or just cut down a paint brush. Thanks!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

I use small paint brushes. You dont want them to stiff. I buy brushes at Michael's craft store.

[@richards8291]

Including water tank?

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Yes, the water tank is included in the kit.

[@richardking2762]

Why do the model owners of model properties care so little about their investments that they never paint them or clean up the garbage around the outside?

[@JasonJensenTrains]

LOL!!!