Classic Toy Trains December 2009

BUILD A RETRO RAILROAD
By John Grams, Terry Thompson
The track plan for our new 4 X 8-foot project railroad draws inspiration from traditional Lionel displays.

GREAT MEMORIES - GREAT TRAINS
Our readers share their memories of holidays past and present.
Roger Carp

ADD REMOVABLE WINTER SCENERY
There are several ways to add a touch of winter to any layout without making permanent changes - or a mess.
Kent Johnson

SIMPLE SCENERY ON OUR 4 X 8-FOOT RETRO RAILROAD
We install grass mats and a control panel on our basic layout.
John Grams and Terry Thompson

RAILROADING ON THE WATERFRONT
The golden age of steam highlights Gordon Peterson's 6 x 20-foot O gauge Port of New York & New Jersey RR.
Gordon I. Peterson

MODEL A ONE-OF-A-KIND STRUCTURE
Replicate your favorite local landmark using these easy cardstock techniques.
Hal Maury

HOW TO MAKE TOY TRAINS A PART OF YOUR HOLIDAY SEASON
Skip Natoli shows off his latest Christmas layout and shares tips for making this year's layout your best ever.
Skip Nataoli

THE MAN WHO BUILT CHRISTMAS
Meet Clayton Senior, the man whose postwar department store layouts defined the holidays for thousands.
Roger Carp

VISIT A LAYOUT THAT BRINGS TOY TRAIN ACTION TO THE WORKPLACE
Business owner Guy Squillante believes in sharing his O gauge trains with customers and employees.
Greg Condio

HOW TO GET YOUR RAILROAD READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Our quick-start guide to enjoying trouble-free trains on your display.
Kent Johnson

FLYER'S NO. 350 ROYAL BLUE
Detailing Gilbert's streamlined classic.
Roger Carp