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In print: The second Ribbons…

Like buses, you wait for a new James Hilton print project and then two arrive together! Introducing the second Ribbons… Ribbons is a compendium of creative railway modelling. Articles from across the hobby from names you will be familiar with alongside modellers like yourself, each sharing their thoughts and reflections on their approach, their feeling behind this wonderful hobby. I was asked what the difference between this and Companion was - and they do overlap - but whereas that is a coffee table style book filled with inspiring photos, I think Ribbons is closer to a magazine, or poetry pamphlet perhaps, a collection of inspiring writing - beautifully illustrated by the models or prototype that inspired… If you didn’t pre-order a copy we have a reasonable number left now for purchase - £10 including UK delivery from Light Railway Stores . Enjoy your Sunday and until next time, more soon… Support my work I love writing and creating material for the blog. If you enjoy what you read a...

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