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| Hall’s Shoes, Aledo |
The Hall Building in Aledo is a fine example of a nineteenth century Italianate Style commercial building. The building had its storefronts updated in the first half of the twentieth century with a deep “arcaded storefront” and etched glass transoms. Then in 1960’s the transoms were again “modernized” with the rustic western style siding, lighting and sign there now. This property is unusual because the original Hall family still owns the building and has continuously operated a business in it. The Will and Hall sign is still evident in the cornice of the building. The Build Your Own Main Street model illustrates the history of the Hall’s business with the original 19th century upper floors, the 1920’s arcaded storefront with “Hall’s” etched onto the glass transom, and the post World War Two storefront on the right.
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Tips for construction of cardstock
models:
1) Print the model pages out in color onto cardstock. Each building involves
3 to 5 sheets. Warning: Normal weight paper will be too flimsy.
2) Use sharp scissors or an slim, handled craft knife-blade when cutting.
A metal straight-edge will assist when you cut.
3) Although standard white “school” glues will work, some
similar “craft” opaque white glues dry more quickly and with
less warping. Clear plastic-model glues don’t work well.
4) When gluing, lightly glue the tabs only, not the receiving surface.
Be careful not to use too much glue or the paper may warp or pucker.
5) Let the model dry after each gluing each piece before attempting the
next.
6) To make the crispest edges, lightly score along the inside of fold
lines before folding.
7) Glue the roof on last.
8) Enjoy Building Your Own Main Street historic building and check back
again for additional buildings.
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