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Building Springfield’s Iconic Kwik-E-Mart with a Laser Cutter
Step into the world of Springfield with this detailed tutorial! Watch as I recreate the iconic Kwik-E-Mart from 'The Simpsons' using the precision of an xTool S1 diode laser cutter.
To ensure authenticity, I've added 3D printed details that bring this beloved cartoon location to life.
Whether you’re a fan of 'The Simpsons', a model-making enthusiast, or just love a good DIY project, this video is a must-watch.
Join me on this creative journey and learn how to build your very own piece of Springfield!
The files I used to build this awesome model are available right now to all patreons at the 'Scenery Expert' level. I have a selection of free 3D printer and Laser Cutting files so you to can build this cool scene.
www.patreon.com/luketowan
Links to mentioned videos (Chain link fences)
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For those that venture down here and maybe spotted the easter eggs, this will explain why 😊
www.bouldercreekrailroad.com/about-me
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Build an AWESOME model of The FLANDERS house! Step by step 😉 This time with Lasers
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The Simpsons world is just not complete without Ned Flanders next door! In this tutorial I’ll show you a different method of building Neds house using a CO2 laser cutter. The process is somewhat different than using 3D printing however the results are equally impressive. If you’d like to have a go at building this very cool model of Ned Flanders house you can open and download all the separate ...
Build an AWESOME model of The Simpsons house! Step by step 😉 ANYCUBIC Photon Mono M5s Pro
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I use the new Anycubic Photon Mono M5s Pro to recreate this awesome HO scale diorama of The Simpsons house. All files and templates are available, links listed below. This is a sponsored video showcasing the new printer from Anycubic, the Photon Mono M5s Pro. I've been using this printer for a month now and I gotta say it's become my go to printer. Especially when combined with the high speed r...
Build a Tiny Camera Car for your Model Railroad - Professional Tools for Modellers
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I’ve always wanted to see what my model railroad would look like from the perspective of a tiny HO scale person walking around… And now I can 😄 In this tutorial I use a number of specialized tools to get the final result, however as long as you have some wheels and some materials you could make a basic version of this by hand if desired, you could even just adapt the camera to an existing piece...
Build a Dust-Free Model Railroad Layout
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Dust is a never ending battle for a model railroader, but not anymore! I’ll step you through the numerous techniques I’ve implemented on my model railroad to show you just how I’m stopping dust from ruining the fun I plan to have running this layout. If you want to laser cut the dust filter unit you will find the project files here: www.tinkercad.com/things/4sm4iH7blc7 You can even modify the d...
Building a Model Railroad: Adding Lights, Fascia & Curtains
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The series continues as the model railroad starts to come to life, adding the lights to this HO scale model railroad has made a huge difference! However, it’s really the fascia and curtains that direct your attention to the scenic areas of the layout. A model railroad really stands out when some thought is put into the presentation of the layout as a whole. We spend so much time building, detai...
A Guide to Wiring Your Modular Model Railroad
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Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just starting your journey into the world of model trains, this video will take you through essential techniques and tips to ensure flawless operation on your modular model railroad. There are hundreds of possible ways to wire a model railway layout and this is just one of those ways, however this video will get you started for wiring a layout specificall...
How to Master Track Laying on Modular Model Layouts
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In this comprehensive tutorial, I'll take you through the exciting process of track laying on a modular model railroad. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a beginner looking to enhance your layout, this step-by-step guide is packed with valuable tips and techniques to create seamless connections and smooth operations on your modular model railway. I'll cover essential tools and materials y...
How-To Build a Modular Model Railroad - Benchwork
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The most important aspect of a model railroad, especially a modular model railroad is getting the modules to line up perfectly... and that starts with foolproof benchwork! In this video I'll be stepping you through my method for building awesome modules that fit together perfectly every time. This is a series of videos that will progress right from step one which is planning all the way through...
Smokestack Magic: Building a Model Industrial Chimney with Working Smoke Effects
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If you’ve ever wanted to build a working chimney with real smoke effects then this is the video for you 🔥 This is a complete guide on how to get the same effects, whether it’s a large industrial chimney like this, or a small camp fire the basic design will work for anything. If you want to build this project and follow along you’ll find all the 3D printer files on my website… www.bouldercreekra...
3D print your own working HO scale model trains!
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If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to 3D print a fully functional working model train then this video will answer you question… This is a sponsored video by Anycubic, they have a brand new large format printer called the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s which I used to complete this project. They have given me a link for you to use to take advantage of the early bird offer they have for the ...
Paper Kits Have Never Looked So Good - Realistic Scenery Vol.35
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Taking an already amazing paper building kit and turning it into an Ultra Realistic scene that could be mistaken for an actual location! This is a laser cut paper model from Markenburg, their kits not only look amazing but they are very easy to put together and with a bit of extra detail and weathering they look extremely realistic. If you’d like to check out what their range of kits look like ...
Building the Worlds Smallest Escalator (That WORKS 😮)
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This project has been in development since January 2022, and the original idea stems right back to the underground subway diorama that was built back in November 2019! It only took almost 12 months to finish! I tinkered with this project on and off over that time but really knuckled down for the past 3 months to get it completed. The original TinkerCAD file can be found here for those wanting t...
How to Build an Ultra Realistic Waterfall… Realistic Scenery Vol.34
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Building a waterfall from scratch is actually a lot easier than you might think, with the help of an old pillow you too will have no trouble building a similar waterfall after watching the video. The diorama is 1:87th scale and inspiration was drawn from Multnomah Falls in Oregon USA. The bridge I created to complete this project is available to download free on my website: www.bouldercreekrail...
Build an AWESOME Run Down... Hotel?... That's 6 Feet Wide! - Realistic scenery Vol.33
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Turning a really cool plaster kit into an even cooler diorama that is packed with so much detail it hurts! I’m selling some of the 3D printed details in .STL format on my website for those who are interested in having a go at 3D printing some cool details for their models. www.bouldercreekrailroad.com While there is quite a lot of extra detail that was added to the diorama believe it or not but...
Recreating Iconic Scene from Back To The Future 3 - Realistic Scenery Vol.32
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Recreating Iconic Scene from Back To The Future 3 - Realistic Scenery Vol.32
Awesome City Street with Working Bicycles & Trucks - Realistic Scenery Vol.31
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Awesome City Street with Working Bicycles & Trucks - Realistic Scenery Vol.31
Create an AMAZING Diorama with Moving Cars & Bicycles - Realistic Scenery Vol.30
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Create an AMAZING Diorama with Moving Cars & Bicycles - Realistic Scenery Vol.30
Stonehenge in Miniature (If only it was this easy!) - Realistic Scenery Vol.29
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Stonehenge in Miniature (If only it was this easy!) - Realistic Scenery Vol.29
Build An Awesome Oil Pump… (That Actually Works!) - Realistic Scenery Vol.28
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Build An Awesome Oil Pump… (That Actually Works!) - Realistic Scenery Vol.28
Build an ULTRA Realistic Dam - Realistic Scenery Vol.27
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Build an ULTRA Realistic Dam - Realistic Scenery Vol.27
Build & Animate an Actual Location - Model Railroad Scenery
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Build & Animate an Actual Location - Model Railroad Scenery
An Amazing Waterfall with a Secret - Realistic Scenery Vol.26
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An Amazing Waterfall with a Secret - Realistic Scenery Vol.26
Build an EXTREMELY tiny RC Truck & Obstacle Course - *You Can Drive On!*
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Build an EXTREMELY tiny RC Truck & Obstacle Course - *You Can Drive On!*
Build a Museum Quality Train Station - Realistic Scenery Vol.25
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Build a Museum Quality Train Station - Realistic Scenery Vol.25
Behind the Scenes Studio Tour - Million Subscriber Special
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Behind the Scenes Studio Tour - Million Subscriber Special
An EXTREMELY TINY Car Tutorial You Can Drive! - (87 times smaller than real life)
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An EXTREMELY TINY Car Tutorial You Can Drive! - (87 times smaller than real life)
Build an ULTRA-REALISTIC Bridge - Realistic Scenery Vol.24
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Build an ULTRA-REALISTIC Bridge - Realistic Scenery Vol.24
Building my Dream Treehouse in Miniature - realistic scenery Vol.23
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Building my Dream Treehouse in Miniature - realistic scenery Vol.23
Build an awesome High Rise - Model Scenery Tutorial
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Build an awesome High Rise - Model Scenery Tutorial

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @danielharms2287
    @danielharms2287 2 години тому

    Hi Elle! It’s so neat to read your transitioning story, and to watch your videos! Is your name pronounced “L”…or “Ellie”?

  • @davidstokes8441
    @davidstokes8441 20 годин тому

    Great model work, but how does the contractor get the dumpster out of the enclosure?

  • @garybuettner7920
    @garybuettner7920 22 години тому

    Made two using this method. Worked great.

  • @tonyrobinson362
    @tonyrobinson362 День тому

    Thankyou just tried your method its brill thankyou I'm up and running.

  • @phillipg1588
    @phillipg1588 День тому

    I plan on doing something similar except using push button switches and bi-color (green and red LED's). Green for points in normal position and red when points are reversed.

  • @iristostrams7103
    @iristostrams7103 День тому

    Loved the video! And congrats on the self discovery 💖

  • @MladenMijatov
    @MladenMijatov День тому

    I love this channel but lately instead of building things it's just "I 3D printed this". I understand the fidelity is much higher and quality of the result is better but that's not what put me in awe first time I saw videos here. It's also not the thing I show people. Making a barn with corrugated iron which was made from tin foil and then etched to look aged took skill and knowledge, not extrude this profile click print.

  • @rcdfo
    @rcdfo 2 дні тому

    Is this the result, when you have to make a youtube video, but you don´t know, what to do ?

  • @GabrielThomas-ik9eu
    @GabrielThomas-ik9eu 3 дні тому

    @BoulderCreekRailroad Since your making ho scale models from TV shows. Please do a tutorial on how to make a working 3D printed ho scale Thomas the tank engine using the chassis from the Bachmann Thomas. Thomas & Friends was a TV show filmed with working model trains for the first 12 seasons. There is a 3D printable body shell for Thomas in ho scale available for free that you could use for this project by The_lbsc_thomas.

  • @JavierDiezGarcia
    @JavierDiezGarcia 3 дні тому

    Where can i buy the car?

  • @user-zh3wy3tl7f
    @user-zh3wy3tl7f 3 дні тому

    Wow!!! Amazing work. You are a patient man!!!

  • @spydirsbite
    @spydirsbite 3 дні тому

    It all looks good but I feel like all the channels like this that build dioramas start to become less achievable overtime. In the beginning, everything is as scratch build as you can get, but then becomes all cnc and 3d printing. All of my favorite builders like this one have gone this way and I feel like there's no art in it anymore, just like models to assemble from the store. I know there's hate coming but not everyone has thousands to spend on equipment

  • @Dragonflyte1
    @Dragonflyte1 4 дні тому

    This is absolutely amazing! I expect some of the same design could be used on a ski lift!

  • @happyhour5690
    @happyhour5690 4 дні тому

    Unsubscribing. Was one of the best channels when you handmade almost everything. Now it’s all 3D and laser cut stuff….such a shame.

  • @cygnatii
    @cygnatii 4 дні тому

    Hey Elle! My husband and I are both trans, and we've been watching your videos for years. We are so excited to hear your good news, and can't wait to see the person you become ♥

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 4 дні тому

      That is so cool 🥰 I've been so surprised at how many trans people already follow my channel, it's so exciting meeting you all 😊 I'm so excited for the future and the journey I'm on, a journey you are familiar with 🥰

  • @bullwinkle69
    @bullwinkle69 4 дні тому

    Thanks

  • @paulpaulsen416
    @paulpaulsen416 5 днів тому

    😍👍

  • @miklawson211
    @miklawson211 5 днів тому

    Great series of models. I still watch the Simpsons when i want a bit of a light hearted time break.

  • @andrewsmith2591
    @andrewsmith2591 5 днів тому

    Luke, watching you try to land that bottle upright at the end of the video made me think, How can someone make such beautiful, precise models and yet be so unco at the same time?

  • @papercliponthesun4114
    @papercliponthesun4114 5 днів тому

    What happened to the model railroad you were making?

  • @matt2021_a
    @matt2021_a 5 днів тому

    Congrats Elle, looking forward to more dioramas, love the ones with static grass, which is just a crazy thing i had no idea existed before i stumbled on your videos.

  • @grizzlybirdfpv8549
    @grizzlybirdfpv8549 5 днів тому

    Much love Elle, you are responsible for the mess of crafting supplies on my work bench, and I thank you! So happy for you!!❤❤

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 4 дні тому

      Thank you so much! Sorry about the mess 😅 You should see my workbench... it spreads out all over the garage floor as well 😂

  • @privatesector0422
    @privatesector0422 5 днів тому

    Do not be touching the squishy machine!

  • @JomasterTheSecond
    @JomasterTheSecond 5 днів тому

    FInally, the Cola Caper is real.

  • @hempyweeds5745
    @hempyweeds5745 5 днів тому

    Just missing Barts treehouse in the back

  • @ZantZ
    @ZantZ 5 днів тому

    What the hell happened to this guy?

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 5 днів тому

      There are plenty of other model building channels on UA-cam, you don't have to hang around here 😉

    • @catvoncat
      @catvoncat 5 днів тому

      the sickness got to him.

  • @Scottagram
    @Scottagram 5 днів тому

    I support trainsgender content (sorry 😛) There doesn't seem to be a link in the description for your sponsor's machine, but it does look very compact and I'll be looking it up.

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 5 днів тому

      Thanks 🥰 It wasn't a full sponsorship, they just sent the machine to use. I didn't get a sponsorship link to share. I put the website in the video, it's www.xtool.com It's a large printer, it's got heaps of features. I'll be using it a lot over the next couple of years!

  • @wildbill2703
    @wildbill2703 6 днів тому

    Love the work but miss the bigger projects. Since your on a Simpsons theme" which is awesome" maybe the power plant " it probably has rail road in it lol" or Mr. Burns mansion. Keep it up buddy

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 5 днів тому

      yeah, I'm currently working on the Burns Mansion, just planning but I'm 90% sure I'll build it 😉 It's gonna be a big model!

  • @mosheep
    @mosheep 6 днів тому

    I just noticed the easter eggs 🤯 Happy for you and wish you a great journey, Elle! 💜

  • @Zankoran
    @Zankoran 6 днів тому

    The diorama gives me North Melbourne - Kensington vibes too

  • @twittuks
    @twittuks 6 днів тому

    Congrats, Elle! I'm happy for your self discovery, keep up the amazing work!

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 5 днів тому

      Thank you so much 🥰 I'm looking forward to embarking on this journey and excited for the future 😊

  • @Dalek_Scientist
    @Dalek_Scientist 6 днів тому

    Just came back to your channel after a break, I've been watching since 2015, and im so glad to see the recent changes! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 5 днів тому

      Thanks so much, I'm really grateful for such a supporting community here on UA-cam, thank you again 🥰

  • @Allegheny500
    @Allegheny500 6 днів тому

    I've been contemplating adding Shellbyville to my layout, I assume they have a Kwik E Mart as well.

  • @ScottTaipaleRail
    @ScottTaipaleRail 6 днів тому

    Nice build and I have watched the Simpsons since the came out when I was in kindergarden. BUT when are you going to get back to stand alone dioramas that this channel is known for and get 10 to 30 times the views your Simpsons stuff has? Kinda feeling like this is just an add for a laser cutter.

  • @MCsCreations
    @MCsCreations 6 днів тому

    Pretty amazing work, Luke! Nicely done!!! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

  • @user-je5do6jn2f
    @user-je5do6jn2f 6 днів тому

    Dutch Schaefer: Get me ze Chopper!

  • @user-je5do6jn2f
    @user-je5do6jn2f 6 днів тому

    Machinist's gauge blocks, for when you have to be absolutely perpendicular.

  • @user-je5do6jn2f
    @user-je5do6jn2f 6 днів тому

    T800: Laser cutter, in ze 40 Watt range...

  • @spaceman4920
    @spaceman4920 6 днів тому

    Moes

  • @nevet1212
    @nevet1212 6 днів тому

    Who needs the Kwik-E-Mart... Iiiiiii dooooooooooo!

  • @allistairneil8968
    @allistairneil8968 7 днів тому

    Love how homeboy spray paints his mutt in the beginning..!

  • @ComengProductions
    @ComengProductions 7 днів тому

    This is absolutely awesome! Love the accurate details and extreme effort you went to! Great job mate.

  • @ComengProductions
    @ComengProductions 7 днів тому

    Love the Hitachi! Wonderful video mate, the subway looks great, realistic and super detailed as always!

  • @TheMisterdan01
    @TheMisterdan01 7 днів тому

    Brilliant as always mate! What a lovely model, and a great laser cutter too! Cheers, Dan

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 6 днів тому

      Thanks so much Dan, it would make for a cool model to sneak into a more traditional model railroad 😉 hidden into the scenery for people to discover! Hope your new layout is coming together well 😉

    • @TheMisterdan01
      @TheMisterdan01 6 днів тому

      @@BoulderCreekRailroadIt sure would be! Lol. Yep coming along slowly but surely. I’m hoping to have another update up later today 🤞

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 6 днів тому

      @@TheMisterdan01 I'll watch it, when it comes out 😉

  • @Chefajah
    @Chefajah 7 днів тому

    Can you go back to making everything by hand? 🥺

  • @heller127
    @heller127 7 днів тому

    How many bottle flips did it take for the perfect shot?😂

  • @thejimmycaththeatre4126
    @thejimmycaththeatre4126 7 днів тому

    Amazing!!!! Would love to see buildings from Hill Valley one day!

    • @BoulderCreekRailroad
      @BoulderCreekRailroad 7 днів тому

      yeah Back to the Future is in my top ten best movies! I watch it yearly 😅