New member just starting back

[Tworrs]

Hi Steve and welcome

[Dave Ward]

Welcome, Steve you'll find plenty of encouragement here..........................
As a first project- it must be something that interests you - don't shoot too high, some of the latest models are difficult for expert modellers! - think of where you are going to build it, no use making a 1/200 Titanic on a tea tray & where you can display it when finished. - Don't be in a rush to buy fancy tools!, you don't need an airbrush ( yet ) - good knife, sanding sticks, sprue cutters , tweezers & a few brushes, add cement, and paint to suit the model you're making - the basics! As you go on you'll add things as needed ( filler, clamps etc ) - before buying, do research, know what you are letting yourself in for - Shop around, the differences in prices can be substantial ( don't forget the 5% discount in the SMS Shop! ). - Don't be afraid to ask questions, the forum members have hundreds of years of experience combined.
MOST importantly. enjoy your modelmaking, it's your model, no pressures, no deadlines, no stress....................
Dave

[papa 695]

Hi Steve, and welcome to the forum.

[stillp]

Welcome Steve.
Pete

[Dave Ward]

oops double post

[BigGrandad]

Hi Steve
Welcome to SMF. Full of friendly fruitcakes, all the help, advice and (importantly) encouragement you could possibly need.
I am a relative ’newbie’ to the forum and this is the first time I have had the nerve to offer help/opinions but as a starter project take look at the Meng ‘Toon’ armour/ship kits. They are cheap, simple to build, and idiot proof, a joy to paint, you can ‘play around’ with them and you don’t have to worry about accuracy or “rivet counting”.
I tried my hand with these and really enjoyed the time spent. Whatever genre you choose, the chaps on this forum will give you nothing but help and encouragement.
cheers
Graham

[Mini Me]

Howdy from rural Montana, Hope you make a choice and start a build thread soon.....just make sure you're having fun!:smiling:

[Del640]

Welcome aboard

Del