For modeling steel cable, don't use sewing thread—it has stray fibers that look ratty, especially after painting. Instead, use beading thread. This material is thermally bonded, so there's no fraying. Example product: Beadalon WildFire .006 inch (0.5mm) thick, in black, light grey and other colors. Available at Michael's and most craft stores.

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A few days ago I received the set that I REALLY wanted in the first place - the 81862 30th Anniversary set from 2002.

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The more I research the buildings involved in baseball, the industry, the more I realize two things.

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