Layout pics

[Custom Mike]

This just goes to show that where there is a will, there is a way.  And believe it or not it is not the size but how-------Well large layouts are cool but if you are busy and don't want to devote the funds, smaller layouts can be  a blast.  Enjoy.

[TrampTrader]

Really great layout work. Thanks for sharing your photos with us.

[Margaritaman]

Check here for updates.  I just created a 155 tree forest.
San Dimas Southern RR

[trainmanchris]

hey thats me ! i don't have ANY room but i make do !

[Jhanecker2]

Nice work and well thought out selection of pictures. John II

[Santa Fe buff]

Awesome layout, but you need some more ground cover, and some more finishing touches. You can use real dirt, just filter it first for some 'HO' 'rocks' for your railroad beding.

[Margaritaman]

Awesome layout, but you need some more ground cover, and some more finishing touches. You can use real dirt, just filter it first for some 'HO' 'rocks' for your railroad beding.

I think you may be looking at the dark brown area(s) in the distance.  That is just a brown latex base color and unfinished.  I actually use dirt sifted through window screen for my ballast. 

[tlnibert]

I'm looking for a plan to fit a 5 by 12 area, any suggestions?
tom

[SteamGene]

The Atlas plan book is a great way to start.  Is this a 5x12 around the room, or a 5x12 table?
Gene

[Margaritaman]

I'm looking for a plan to fit a 5 by 12 area, any suggestions?
tom

A lot of free time on airlplanes to doodle! 
Seriously, I fly alot and have quiet time in hotels too. 
As a child (I'm 43) I memorized Kalmbach's 101 Trackplans, so as mentioned by Gene, those books are a great place to start.  Every model railroader should own a pad of quad ruled paper, mechanical pencils, compass, and a very large eraser, if not get over to the store.

[tlnibert]

I plan on a straight table 5 by 12, I could add more later. I have a large G Scale in the back yard.
tom