Grandma's attic - faux slats and rafters, part 2

by brae  

I continued working on the faux slats and rafters for the attic.  Now, the front gable portion is small to work in, but it is manageable.  Even so, I was not able to get in there to measure.  I used the original gable template from the side gable and used that as an approximation.  It worked very well.

Since I used the roof templates to make other templates after the shingling was done, I had to start over with those.  I made the front gable templates by placing the paper on the outside of the roof to get the basic shape and size.  (Note to April: make at least two templates of these roof pieces and keep them until you're finished!  :D)

I then cut them down to fit.

I added the wood, painted and measured the rafters.  Here are the forward and right side pieces in place.

I didn't remember to mark the rafters on the right side gable, but I did remember on the left side.  It shouldn't be much of a problem figuring it out from there.

For the inside peak, I used a triangular piece of wood from my stash.  This isn't listed in the Heritage parts, so I am guessing it came from the old lost Dura-Craft kit.  The piece I had is long enough to use both here in the gable and for the main span across when I get to that part.

I painted it to match and then glued it in place.   I installed the hanging light and pulled the wire through.  I aged the ceiling plate and socket with acrylic paint since it wouldn't be handled at all.

I love this light!!!!  :D

One tip for these.  The ceiling plate is hollow, so I added a small Woodsies circle to steady the whole thing.  The Woodsies circle is glued to the plate and the ceiling board.

I finished up the rest of the front roof walls and installed the wall light.  The left side gable and its floor support will be installed after I get the attic chimney completed.

I love this light, too!!!!  :D

I think this rustic background will be perfect for the antiques and treasures stored here.

Next up...attic floor...

8 comments

Comment from: Lyssa [Visitor]
LOVE IT! That light is seriously like the most perfect thing you ever could have purchased. :) LOVE IT.
01/05/13 @ 22:21
Comment from: Greg [Visitor]
Looking great! I really like how the lights look and may have to try them on a future build.
01/05/13 @ 22:40
Comment from: Mins [Visitor]  
The walls, lights and beam looks so good Brae! I can't wait to see the floor installed now :D Hugs, Mins xx
01/06/13 @ 00:58
Comment from: cunha-casadebonecasminhas.blogspot.pt [Visitor]
Hello good morning, it's wonderful, the lights match perfect and the walls are amazing, congratulations.
01/06/13 @ 04:23
Comment from: Kathi [Visitor]
Everything you do is perfection! I love these lights!
01/06/13 @ 04:50
Comment from: April [Visitor]
Noted! Also, now I can just search my name for an easy find if I forget and need to come back to it :D Cute kitteh cushion :)
01/06/13 @ 07:14
Comment from: Blondietales [Visitor]
I love that light! I wish I had the patience to electrify!!
01/06/13 @ 08:51
Comment from: brae [Member]
Thanks so much! :D The kitty is a resin figurine from my childhood...a fitting element for an attic. :yes:
01/06/13 @ 10:49


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