Next, we installed the windows by doing a VERY light sanding of the window hole - and once in place, brushing glue around the outside edge.
Note: most of the acetate fell off during this step. I intend to revisit the windows later and install the acetate in the model. I know this will be difficult; however we are going to try it and see how it works. This will be updated to better describe the best procedure.

After installing the windows and doors frames, I decided I was going to make a few upgrades to the inside of the structure. Namely, adding a hardwood floor and a loft, to fit with the stairs going to the second floor. I decided to make it a loft, because there is a hoist and door providing access to the loading area below. I have seen prototypes in the past that allowed the hoist to drop materials on the main floor, as well as the loft. After installing the main floor and loft floor joists, we did a medium weathering on these sections. Make sure to weather the bottom side of the loft joists, as these will be unreachable after adding floor boards.

Working on the loading dock has taught me a bit on how stain works with small parts. I stained it first and this warped the wood. Everything worked out, but I see I have some repairs to do later, when all this is cured.
Use just a wee bit of glue - dabbing it to make sure it is not bubbled. This will ensure that this step is done cleanly and will not show through in the final staining.

Since we are getting close to having something to look at, I started the base of the diorama (that is one weird name I have yet to get used to saying). Anyway, I started by using scrap pieces of Styrofoam insulation and glued them together. I figured there is no need to buy a piece if I have enough scrap around.

Drawing a rough sketch of the layout, we start to plan scenery and placements. I want to use this base to showcase a few items, so it is pretty big. Remember to make it a suitable size to fit through a door (very important to consider this early in the build). I know I am not the only one to forget this at least once.

In this third part of the Farmer's Market build, we build a removable roof, finish off the second floor, and further prepare the Diorama. These builds are a source of peace for me. I find that the relaxation I receive during modeling is unmatchable.

First job to tackle is to add a thin layer of cereal board to the back of the roof. This adds strength for handling the roof. We also cut holes in the front roof panel to allow the LED's to shine through the windows. Last, we added some backing to the roof panels (this can be scrap pieces of wood). The backing is necessary to avoid the warpage from the roofing glue.

We started the cedar shakes. Wow, what a sweet process. Just when you think "dang I screwed the paint up", you start to see the beauty of these put together. We held off on the third coat of Black suggested in the instructions, opting to wait till the shakes were laid, so we could better re-create the water stains described.

This kit is a great little build. All the steps to the finished product don't hold back. Each step uses the best materials for the job. I am specifically talking about the shakes, tin (after etching), and finally down to the fence jig burned into the back of the cigar box the model arrived in. This is a truly great build and I have to thank Joe again next time we talk.