Thank u everybody for ur kind comments...!!:bowdown i used mseal for the 3d effect-house profile, rocks,etc...shadow-effect can be obtained by using diluted paint... As for not painting the name on the nameplate yet,Rsk, it is becos I want it to be a surprise gift and I was trying to find out :idontgetit:from my other friends, what exactly my "that" friend would like on the nameplate-her husband's name or surname....that's why, no name ...!! :coffee