Another Residential Layout…delivered!

I’m telling you, it’s always a little sad to see a layout leave the shop on delivery day but once I hear from the Traingineers how much of a “WOW” factor is expressed by the owners…it’s all good!

Below is a collage of process shots taken of this 5′ x 10′ Lionel branded layout:

Roger designed this table with a Pre-War style table base that included nifty (my vernacular) display shelves at each end.The table top is pine framing and drop edge topped with 1/2″ maple plywood then covered with 1″ blue foam…the silencer :). We used a combo FasTrack and Ross Track and as you can see… another hand carved, painted, scenically painted, landscaped two tunnel mountain was created.

We’ve really been putting our Laser Cutting machine to work…or I should say, Traingineer Russell is the master with the machine and cut one station and all the Dallas skyline facades which include LED lighting for this layout.

Collage of finished piece in our studio:

Happy Tracks!

Dorcie aka Traindame

P.S. Call me to see how YOU can get on the list to have YOUR train layout designed by the best of the best, Chief Traingineer Roger Farkash and built by the Masterpiece TrainWorx Craftsmen – (877) 881-4997

Traindame meets Warren Buffett

Since 2010, Chief Traingineer, Roger Farkash along with Traingineers George Watson and Mike Ellis have had the opportunity to meet and have pictures taken with the “Oracle of Omaha” Warren Buffett and a dream of mine was to be included in on the fun this year!

Well my friends…dreams do come true!!

I have had the pleasure of corresponding with Mr. Buffett via email since last fall when along with sending him a photo book I’d made of the BNSF layout process, I also invited him to our first TrainWorx Layout Festival (he would’ve been there but was attending his high school reunion). I asked if I could get my photo taken with him at this year’s Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder’s meeting, as well as have him sign my copy of the BNSF photo book… arrangements were made, the time was set and this lady had the rare opportunity and pleasure of meeting and getting pictures with a truly remarkable man on May 3, 2013 in Omaha, Nebraska.

Scratch that off the bucket list 🙂

Mr. Matt Rose, the CEO of BNSF was also there and he chimed right up and said…”Ok now, it’s time for the annual TrainWorx picture” How awesome is that???

Here is the photo he took with my iPhone – left to right; Traingineer George Watson, Mr. Buffett, Traindame, Chief Traingineer, Roger Farkash and Traingineer, Mike Ellis:

Too see more pictures of the BNSF Layout in action at the Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders Meeting click HERE.

Happy Tracks!

Traindame aka Dorcie
TrainWorx
(877) 881-4997

National Parks Railway

Last Sunday, Roger and I attended the monthly North Texas Chapter of the Lone Star Division of the TCA club meeting which was held at fellow member, Don Hughes home, where he opened up the building that houses his awesome train layout, The Hughes National Parks Railway.

All 40+ of the members who were in attendance thoroughly enjoyed the time spent being able see all the different National Parks depicted on the layout, run trains and special surprise bonus was the scenic mountain mini seminar Mindy (Don’s daughter) shared with us! As you will see, this is an awesome layout…a true labor of love that Don and Mindy worked on for over a decade!

Now entering…National Parks Railway – ENJOY!!!

New product in time for Spring York!

I’d like to extend an open invitation to all my blog readers to visit Roger, George, Roy and I at this year’s Spring York – April 18th through the 20th. We will be in the Orange Hall again at booth JJ-11.

Great spot of real estate actually…catty-corner from Lionel’s train layout >>> Designed and Built by TrainWorx <<<
(yes, a shameless plug, I’m allowed :))

We will be showcasing three of our newest products:

Wharton Texas Southern Pacific Station
Tower 55 Kit
Corral/Stock Pen Kit

See pictures, prices and purchase by clicking HERE:

Happy Tracks!

Dorcie aka Traindame
TW TrainWorx
(877) 881-4997

High Plains Santa Fe Railroad Layout

LOCATION… TrainWorx Studio:

LOCATION… Amarillo, Texas

Lionel/LCCA Red Carpet Event!

These pictures sent in from Roger early this morning…

LIVE AT THE LCCA/LIONEL RED CARPET EVENT!

Roger landed in Charlotte, North Carolina and just arrived to his final destination, Concord where he is helping the fine folks of the LCCA as they set up for the; ginormous, exclusive, one of kind, amazing event where train enthusiasts from all over the country will have the incredible opportunity to see up close and personal the brand spanking NEW Lionel trains and NASCAR Die-cast facility!

Now that is truly something to toot your whistle for 🙂

Check out all the Orange and Blue treasure that is being put out for “Show & Buy” at tomorrow’s RED CARPET Event!

Mind you, they’ve just STARTED setting up for crying out loud.

Oh and here is the Lionel/LCCA Modular table set up and on display in the facility:

Roger is going to be one of the speakers tomorrow morning and will be giving a 45 minute seminar on scenic carving…

Shhhh, don’t tell anyone but the attendees at Roger’s seminar are in for a real big ANNOUNCEMENT he’ll be making JUST for serious “scenic train carving wanna be’s!”

Have you noticed, I’m not too good at keeping a “lid” on things…

Read more about the Lionel/LCCA Red Carpet event by clicking link below:

RED CARPET EVENT

Happy Tracks!

Traindame aka Dorcie Farkash
(877) 881-4997

LCCA at the World’s Greatest Hobby

Roger and I traveled to San Francisco this past weekend and assisted our good friends with the Lionel Collectors Club of America in their booth while attending the San Mateo – World’s Greatest Hobby show. We had a great time and like the old saying goes… a picture is worth a thousand words…so a bunch of pictures is worth thousands more – – – > Enjoy!

3333 Pennsy – 2013 Spring York

TrainWorx Classic Landmark Series – The Pennsy Station

TrainWorx Chief Traingineer, gave me the green light to offer up a Spring York Special for the Pennsy Station which will be sold for $300.00 BELOW retail price! BUT… (oh those darn buts) there is a catch.

2013 Spring York event is April 18th thru the 20th and our Traingineers will have 12 and only 12 Stations fully assembled, painted, lit, and boxed ready to come with us to our booth in the Orange Hall – JJ11, making it easy breezy for you York attendees to pick up your Pennsy while at York! Sweet deal right?

Well, make that 10 Stations…seriously – – news is out and these stations are going faster than the Japan Fast Train. So – you’re not going to attend the Spring York Event? Excellent – we’ll ship it to you when we get back from York which will make your Pennsy up and on display in your digs by May 1st – what a fabulous way to start your summer off!!!

Below is a nifty flyer for you:

Now for the cool blue “buy now” button:

Hurry, the remaining 10 Pennsy’s for $3333.00 (shipping included) probably won’t last until March 1st… just saying…

Or, if you prefer, please call and place your order (877) 881-4997.

Happy Tracks!

Traindame aka Dorcie TW TrainWorx

P.S. Talk about perfect timing – enjoy this thread from the OGR Forum pertaining to Pennsy Station #5 and its new and very happy owner 🙂 TESTIMONIAL – CLICK NOW

P.P.S. This blue is for YOU :

Valentines Day Treat for YOU!

Chief Traingineer – Roger Farkash, and Electrical Traingineer – George Watson, just returned from New York City where they took down the Lionel Holiday Layout which has been on display since November in the Grand Central Transit Museum.

What’s really cool about their trip and what I want to pass on to YOU as a Valentine’s Day treat are pictures Roger took first, with visitors before it was taken down, and then minus plexiglass…sans visitors.

So, without further ado… ENJOY and feel free to click on the images to get a closer look!