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Fake Fabric Lacing
Here’s an easy way to simulate lacing on early fabric-covered airplanes. After priming (but before painting), glue dressmaker’s zig-zag rickrack in place. Rickrack is available in different textures and colors at fabric stores (photo courtesy of Weallsew.com). Once it’s in place, the effect is startling. Adapted from 400 Great R/C Modeling Tips by Jim Newman, Volume II, an Air Age Media publication.
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