STYROFOAM USE

Michael's or a similar art supply store will have the white stuff, I don't think it is styrofoam, like the kids use to make their solar systems projects for school. If they don't have a squre one cut the round one in half. It just won't do havingthe ddarn thing rolling all over the place.

Sure, just about any styrofoam will work - I myself prefer to use the styrofoam that is used for insulation on houses and buildings. You can find it in any lumber yard or home store (eg Lowe's or Home Depot) and in thickness from 1/2 to 4 inches. However, you most likely can get what you need for free - just keep your eye out for someone who is building or remodeling and when you see they are installing the foam insulation, ask the foreman if you might have some of the scraps - I've never had one of them refuse my request and the smaller hunks you get are much more managable.

chicoman;

Throw out the green stuff! Well actually hang on to it for ground work but keep it well clear of fresh paint.

I use a piece of board that has been drilled in various places to accept different size of holders. Whether it is a piece of wood dowel, toothpick or a very fine sewing needle. This way I can re-use my holders and I don't have to look for new ones with each project. My parts holders are always in their respective holes waiting for new parts to be tacked on and painting to begin.

Try it out, it works quite well.

Cheers;

Gregory

A piece of drywall would work too, and cheap remnants can be had at the Home Despot.