Hi guys....

Paul, thank you for your thoughtful reply to my question. I thought there might be some German heritage in your background,
especially given your wonderful trains. What a shame you have no pictures... if my math is right, your grandfather was still
putzing the 60's, which doesn't seem ...

Paul, your description has me curious. Do you know anything about his source of inspiration?
Any chance of unearthing old photos?

Pat

Thanks, guys, for your nice comments. I found another shot or two taken by a friend with her cell phone camera

Hi new Paul

All I can say about your post is that you have ignited a train lust I didn’t know was there
And suspect may be impossible to satisfy !!
Wow!

Okpat

Hi guys.... good to see the site may have recovered. Thanks to Paul for your untiring efforts!

This year's putz is essentially a re-arrangement, but it became a favorite quickly. Here are some
test photos.

And some close ups for your viewing pleasure!

Hi guys ... there were a few hiccups getting the Christmas decorations up because Santa's Helper pickleballed himself flat on his back from Thanksgiving to the 25th... YIKES! So my posting is a wee bit late. This year's additions include more hedges, a frozen water fountain, and
two cute gals with ...

Howard

I am loving this project.. adorable design and your resourcefulness is beyond compare.
Was that a yard stick you cut up? Nothing is safe, I see! If I can get Spouse to do
the cutting work, I will make this soon.

Thanks as always for your inspirations and instructions.

Best,

Pat

Some detailed shots, as promised! Enjoy!

Hi guys,

Barb here. Having spent several hours gazing at OKPat’s incredible putz display and having witnessed the amazement on our 10-year-old great-niece’s face as she took in the scene for the first time, I could not resist asking Pat to retake the photos of her display, as the original ones ...