Steady Craftin videos are made with the help of DIRECT SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/steadycraftin (You'll also get access to the printable 3D scans of my original sculpted figures, MP3s, exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, shop discounts, and more.) My family and I are so grateful that I get to do this.
Hey CrafsMan, When I watch your videos, I worry every single time that it might be filled with ads every two minutes, or sponsored by some company. Instead, I just get a lovely video with soothing narration, and for a moment, I can experience your love of crafting vicariously. Never change. You are the best type of creator on the TH-cam platform.
I really am glad to read this. Honestly if you EVER see a mid-video ad, it just means it uploaded and I haven’t gone in and changed that setting yet. TH-cam allows you to toggle monetization, but you can’t default it to NOT show mid-roll ads until after it’s up, from what I can tell. Also... I’m gradually going back through older videos to disable mid-roll ads. That’s something they sorta rolled out by default. I’m okay with just the start/end ones, and never want to disrupt with one smack in the middle. :)
@@TheCrafsMan I just discovered you today. You are amazing. I am absolutely loving spending my day watching you. Learning, and entertainment. Man. You are amazing. Thank you.
I didn't know this type of craft had a name! I love to do this; especially with action figures, and make new creations/characters. People never seem to understand, but this is a lot of fun, and a very unique expression of art. I loved watching this video because it validated my hobby - I now know that it has a name. And I always enjoy your videos and techniques.
@@Bristo_Blear11 the best thing, probably batteries, they have everything from d's to aaa's and even like 5-6 different size watch batteries (button cells) but every once in a while you might find a neat book or something, and they always have some fun toys.. i just found a pair of ren and stimpy figures (he had the ren one in this vid) and they have alot of craft stuff, glue, tape, posterboard and paper. And party supplies. I also get my measuring cups funnels and wire mesh strainers that i use making fireworks. They have alot of stuff. A lot of nail polish (i prefer nail polish to model paints, its cheaper and soooo many colors!)
@@Bristo_Blear11 take a look here on TH-cam..there's a million people doing all kinda videos about dollar tree & crafting for home, organizing, lamps, frames..its crazy..
as a diné/comanche, it made me happy when you reference natives and the buffalo and also in other videos when you say you learned something on the reservation 💓 love your videos ahxé’héé
absolutely love these types of videos, everytime you do something creative like this it really lights a fire under me to just Make stuff and everytime I end up actually doin it, i'm v happy with myself. Thank you so so so much Crafsman for everything you do!!!
Those Final Faction figures are so cool and great for kitbashing. I recently got a whole bunch and have started trying to make my original characters out of them. The peg system for their accessories are all so useful, too. It's been a great experience so far lol
1. I had no idea what kitbashing was when I clicked on this video. 2. This gentleman is a true artist. It was amazing to hear what is typically the inner monologue of an artist as they work through bringing their vision to life. 3. The dollar tree is my fav dollar store and can be addictive. It is well loved by crafters and artists of all kinds.
Freds Dollar Store with Yoda and Obi-Wan was brilliant... that made me laugh out loud. I also liked when Crafsman said he did not really have to "decaffeinate" that man.
Man, I remember the days before the dang commercials would snap me out of the peaceful sleep the Craftsman gave me:( Never heard of kit bashing, but I know y daughter will be PUMPED to try it! Ty
I understand why people enjoy your content music free because of how soothing your voice is but I think I speak for 99% of your dedicated audience when I say that you should make what ever types of videos you want with what ever type of content you want and what ever makes you happy to create, we will all love it none the less because it comes from our host the crafsman ❤️
Yo, this makes me feel so validated: Although I have not gotten around to doing any kitbashing yet, I was recently in the dollar tree and all of a sudden when I saw all these toys I was just struck with the inspiration to buy a hundred of them to cut and paste into custom action figures and Transformers! Of course, my girl thought I went crazy, but even if so, minimally I now have the consolation of knowing I'm not the only homie crazy in this way!
Thanks for uploading a video without music! :) I mean this in the most respectful way possible but sometimes I use your videos to help me sleep. Not because you're boring but because your voice and demeanor is incredibly soothing! :) I love watching your videos to help me relax.
I got to agree with Lewis. I really love the sound and energy of your music, but a voice only episode once in a while is quite relaxing. Very nice video and I love how this little project turned out.
This is such therapy. Learning something new and feeling happy in the process. I have just started a business that is a little unconventional for crafts really but you reminding people to enjoy the craft really made me smile. Thats what its all about at the end of the day.
I loved the format of this video. Love the editing and photography. I love the music Crafman produces. I love that Craftman abides and listens to his friends. "rock a kit-bash like a vandal" indeed. A+++ so fun.
I was surprised just about nobody was mentioning the music! I absolutely love those funky beats that I can only expect from Crafsman. I hope we get those tunes back asap.
This was GREAT Crafsman!! Learned a lot, especially to just keep going and working the parts. That turned out to be very cool. Amazing how just turning the hand slightly gives a whole new attitude to the piece. From being able to hold a weapon, to hello how are you lol.
Love seeing someone whose brain works like mine and clearly enjoys this stuff so much. The final faction line is so good for kitbashing! They have accessory packs with great mechanical bits.
This was a VERY enjoyable video craftsman, I'm sure I'm not alone when I say I'd like to see more like them. THAT is a cool lil character right there. 🦗
Dollar store kit bashing has been my jam for years. Nothing more satisfying to me than taking a bunch of cheap junk and making something rad from it. Final Faction is a new addiction for me too.
Instead of cutting off the Christmas figure head at the neck, maybe one could "whittle" the head into a post or neck. That way the larger head would have a "neck" to rest on.
You've really inspired me. I went out and made me some custom figures with cheap figures and some old broken ones. I've been in a creative block and been depressed lately and it really helped. I love your videos especially the ones with music. Thank you for helping me keep steady crafting.
Wow!!! Craftsman, you always surprise and delight me. Your Star Wars joke with the Jedi ghost of Freds Dollar store was brilliant! The figure you created is so imaginative and fanciful. I would never have thought to make a SyFY big-head grasshopper jet pack man. Thank you for taking your time to share your thoughts and techniques for kit bashing with us. Much love to you and your beautiful family. I look forward to seeing your next video:)
My twin ten-year-olds love your videos and have really enjoyed kitbashing. This weekend, we made some G.H. Joe’s (Grass Hopper Joe’s). Thanks for keeping them steady crafting and having fun during quarantine.
Crafsman, this is one of your best. When you showed the original toys, I didn't think they could look like something cool. But the end result is really great. I love your aesthetic.
Crafsman is and has always been that one cool relative/family friend/neighbor that we all wish we had. "C'mon over here and help me make these here doodads." Something like that. Long time fan, and this is definitely one of my top ten YT channels.
I really enjoyed this one, CrafsMan. I'm gonna be truthful & say that I didn't expect much from the Dollar Tree. Then when I saw what you picked up, I couldn't wrap my head around why you chose the little figures & the giant grasshopper, but the end result is nothing short of amazing. I think you could pick up rocks & sticks in your backyard and make an awesome figure. Thanks a LOT for this video, you've inspired me yet again.
He's adorable, kind of reminds me of the little creatures in Quatermass and The Pit. I wish we had Dollar Trees in the UK so I could make myself one too.
I know this is an older video but I really enjoyed this format. Start to finish with an insight to your thought process. Makes me want to get into kitbashing.
Thank you so much for the continual stream of inspiration! I keep saying to myself that I only do creative things on the computer because it's too expensive to buy real world supplies. But here you go again showing that, nope, you don't need to spend a lot!
Fantastic! I couldn't see it coming together at first but, it was my lack of imagination and not yours. It really looks great! Its quirky and playful! You sir are a genius!
I'm a digital 3D artist but you gave me so much inspiration from your video right here. I love the amount of imagination and confidence that goes in to your work. Very nice end result with this figure. Thank you CraftsMan!
That T rex @3:08 is the funniest looking dinosaur ever. His left foot and goofy arms are just the best ever! I actually found large 8" versions of that dino at flea markets. A grown man sculpted that thing and was approved by a committee before production...
I love that little guy! I think you should name him Skip! You know, a hop and a Skip! LOL! This was such a special treat. Today is my birthday and I saved this video from yesterday, so I could watch it today on my birthday! What a great birthday present from the Crafsman! I love you, Crafsman! Thank you!
Steady Craftin videos are made with the help of DIRECT SUPPORT:
www.patreon.com/steadycraftin
(You'll also get access to the printable 3D scans of my original sculpted figures, MP3s, exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, shop discounts, and more.)
My family and I are so grateful that I get to do this.
Holds up John Cena figure: "I overlooked this one"
You sir are gold.
You cant see him.
A friend of his was able to see it.
@@aaronhazlett that friend? Superman.
Wow! Haha that one totally went over my head lol
Way too funny, kids.
Hey CrafsMan,
When I watch your videos, I worry every single time that it might be filled with ads every two minutes, or sponsored by some company. Instead, I just get a lovely video with soothing narration, and for a moment, I can experience your love of crafting vicariously.
Never change. You are the best type of creator on the TH-cam platform.
Me too Katy Yell.
I really am glad to read this. Honestly if you EVER see a mid-video ad, it just means it uploaded and I haven’t gone in and changed that setting yet. TH-cam allows you to toggle monetization, but you can’t default it to NOT show mid-roll ads until after it’s up, from what I can tell. Also... I’m gradually going back through older videos to disable mid-roll ads. That’s something they sorta rolled out by default. I’m okay with just the start/end ones, and never want to disrupt with one smack in the middle. :)
@@TheCrafsMan thank you.
@@TheCrafsMan doing a video with out music is so relaxing 😌
@@TheCrafsMan I just discovered you today. You are amazing. I am absolutely loving spending my day watching you. Learning, and entertainment. Man. You are amazing. Thank you.
Can’t believe I’ve survived life this long without Crafsman. All this time, I just needed me some Crafsman in my life!
This was so firmly planted in the good aesthetic thank you Crafsman
😳 this is an unexpected but welcome surprise
Hey Brookes! I love seeing a creator I like liking another creator I like :D Crafsman has loads of aesthetic. Buckets of it.
I sincerely appreciate the kind words!
@@StudioHannah Right!
I love your channel Brook!!
10:53 "I did not really have to decaffeinate that man..."
Never change Mr. Crafsman, you are awesome.
I didn't know this type of craft had a name! I love to do this; especially with action figures, and make new creations/characters. People never seem to understand, but this is a lot of fun, and a very unique expression of art. I loved watching this video because it validated my hobby - I now know that it has a name. And I always enjoy your videos and techniques.
It means so much reading this. Wow. Thank you for watching my video, and for this excellent comment.
Lost it at "Didn't have to decaffeinate that man."
Dollar store? NOW THIS IS MY KINDA VID!
What's the best things you could buy there?
Man dollar tree is an awesome store
@@Bristo_Blear11 the best thing, probably batteries, they have everything from d's to aaa's and even like 5-6 different size watch batteries (button cells) but every once in a while you might find a neat book or something, and they always have some fun toys.. i just found a pair of ren and stimpy figures (he had the ren one in this vid) and they have alot of craft stuff, glue, tape, posterboard and paper. And party supplies. I also get my measuring cups funnels and wire mesh strainers that i use making fireworks. They have alot of stuff. A lot of nail polish (i prefer nail polish to model paints, its cheaper and soooo many colors!)
@@Bristo_Blear11 take a look here on TH-cam..there's a million people doing all kinda videos about dollar tree & crafting for home, organizing, lamps, frames..its crazy..
1:12 Fred's Dollar Store is one with the force now.
When you send out $220 dollars worth of coupons it's hard to keep the business alive.
LOL!!!!
Kitbash video needed for Fred's funeral pyre diorama.
as a diné/comanche, it made me happy when you reference natives and the buffalo and also in other videos when you say you learned something on the reservation 💓 love your videos ahxé’héé
CrafsMan, I can understand the shaking. I live with essential tremors, as you said we just gota keep on. Loved this vid.
absolutely love these types of videos, everytime you do something creative like this it really lights a fire under me to just Make stuff and everytime I end up actually doin it, i'm v happy with myself. Thank you so so so much Crafsman for everything you do!!!
Those Final Faction figures are so cool and great for kitbashing. I recently got a whole bunch and have started trying to make my original characters out of them. The peg system for their accessories are all so useful, too. It's been a great experience so far lol
1. I had no idea what kitbashing was when I clicked on this video.
2. This gentleman is a true artist. It was amazing to hear what is typically the inner monologue of an artist as they work through bringing their vision to life.
3. The dollar tree is my fav dollar store and can be addictive. It is well loved by crafters and artists of all kinds.
Dollar Tree will never fill the void that Fred's Dollar Store left in my heart.
I was struggling to sleep, but now I get to learn new stuff and have a peaceful sleep. Thank you crafsman!
Freds Dollar Store with Yoda and Obi-Wan was brilliant... that made me laugh out loud. I also liked when Crafsman said he did not really have to "decaffeinate" that man.
Man, I remember the days before the dang commercials would snap me out of the peaceful sleep the Craftsman gave me:(
Never heard of kit bashing, but I know y daughter will be PUMPED to try it! Ty
You gotta get Brave browser or ublock origins my friend
@@Tine_of_Nice_Dreams yeah.. I dont know much about tech anything.
I understand why people enjoy your content music free because of how soothing your voice is but I think I speak for 99% of your dedicated audience when I say that you should make what ever types of videos you want with what ever type of content you want and what ever makes you happy to create, we will all love it none the less because it comes from our host the crafsman ❤️
Yo, this makes me feel so validated: Although I have not gotten around to doing any kitbashing yet, I was recently in the dollar tree and all of a sudden when I saw all these toys I was just struck with the inspiration to buy a hundred of them to cut and paste into custom action figures and Transformers! Of course, my girl thought I went crazy, but even if so, minimally I now have the consolation of knowing I'm not the only homie crazy in this way!
I am a huge fan of this format!
I appreciate the feedback on that! Thank you!
Your patrons being so respectful in their emails warms my heart.
Thanks for uploading a video without music! :) I mean this in the most respectful way possible but sometimes I use your videos to help me sleep. Not because you're boring but because your voice and demeanor is incredibly soothing! :) I love watching your videos to help me relax.
I got to agree with Lewis. I really love the sound and energy of your music, but a voice only episode once in a while is quite relaxing.
Very nice video and I love how this little project turned out.
Your little Grasshopper Fellow is fantastic! Straight out of an adventure story! Inspired!
This is such therapy. Learning something new and feeling happy in the process. I have just started a business that is a little unconventional for crafts really but you reminding people to enjoy the craft really made me smile. Thats what its all about at the end of the day.
I would love to see more kitbashing videos this was very relaxing
Hail yeah! Yo we found m yo! Iz d Bob Ross of crafts! Or i shud say crafs😃😀
I don’t know how this popped up in my video feed, but I’m glad it did. pretty cool stuff
Oh yeah this guy is addicting. Someone on another board linked his video in a thread a year or so ago and I have been a fan ever since.
I loved the format of this video. Love the editing and photography. I love the music Crafman produces. I love that Craftman abides and listens to his friends. "rock a kit-bash like a vandal" indeed. A+++ so fun.
I was surprised just about nobody was mentioning the music! I absolutely love those funky beats that I can only expect from Crafsman. I hope we get those tunes back asap.
Crafman, I put your videos on 'watch later' then I watch them now. Then I go back to my list and also watch them later
This was GREAT Crafsman!! Learned a lot, especially to just keep going and working the parts. That turned out to be very cool.
Amazing how just turning the hand slightly gives a whole new attitude to the piece. From being able to hold a weapon, to hello how are you lol.
Seeing the whole process of a kitbash is delightful.
Love how your mind works. Thank you for all your videos ❤ you're the Bob Ross of crafting.
That rain is lovely, definitely knocks me out
Your voice is simply the best!!! So smooth. That thick accent is pleasing to the ears. And I love your steady craftin'!
I am so happy that this popped up in my recommended, thank you craft man.
This and the other bounty hunter kitbash are two of my all time fave vids. Chill, creative, finance friendly, and organic. A++++
This creative process could be used with anything. Love it!
The jedi memorial to Fred's was amazing! Literally LOL'd. Crafsman, you are a true inspiration sir, and I thank you.!
Love seeing someone whose brain works like mine and clearly enjoys this stuff so much. The final faction line is so good for kitbashing! They have accessory packs with great mechanical bits.
Love you crafsman, you give me energy to go on. Kia Kaha!
I mean, how can you not upvote a video that so casually inserts the Cena meme
The CrafsMan's videos are so wholesome, comforting, and calming
I Love Mr. Bean. Glad you bought it for your collection. Thumbs Up.
I just realized that I was smiling throughout the entire 20 minutes and 1 second of this video. You are a blessing.
This was a VERY enjoyable video craftsman, I'm sure I'm not alone when I say I'd like to see more like them. THAT is a cool lil character right there. 🦗
Look at that right there! Awesome work
Dollar store kit bashing has been my jam for years. Nothing more satisfying to me than taking a bunch of cheap junk and making something rad from it.
Final Faction is a new addiction for me too.
Instead of cutting off the Christmas figure head at the neck, maybe one could "whittle" the head into a post or neck. That way the larger head would have a "neck" to rest on.
That is one adorable little grasshopper-man, and his lamp headed friend too!
The Final Faction figures are great, and surprisingly good quality for a “cheap” toy. I have the whole set, plus some extras!
The homage to Fred’s really got me 😂 Fred’s is now one with the Force and the Force is with us always
That grasshopper head with the wings still attached could make for a cool cape/cowl. Great video, thanks for the inspiration!
You've really inspired me. I went out and made me some custom figures with cheap figures and some old broken ones. I've been in a creative block and been depressed lately and it really helped. I love your videos especially the ones with music. Thank you for helping me keep steady crafting.
Wow!!! Craftsman, you always surprise and delight me. Your Star Wars joke with the Jedi ghost of Freds Dollar store was brilliant! The figure you created is so imaginative and fanciful. I would never have thought to make a SyFY big-head grasshopper jet pack man. Thank you for taking your time to share your thoughts and techniques for kit bashing with us. Much love to you and your beautiful family. I look forward to seeing your next video:)
My twin ten-year-olds love your videos and have really enjoyed kitbashing. This weekend, we made some G.H. Joe’s (Grass Hopper Joe’s). Thanks for keeping them steady crafting and having fun during quarantine.
The craftsman voice is so relaxing.
big thumbs up to the birds and woodpecker soundtrack
love the idea of your little shop in the woods
That John Cena joke was very clever haha!
A sci-fi flying grasshopper figure! I love it!!
I’m fallin to sleep watching this. Thanks for all the good vibes, Mr. SteadyCraftin
Protect Crafsman at all costs
I love the way you do your music in videos and special practical effects.
these videos are the cure for my anxiety
I ❤ Steady Craftin! I ❤ Crafsman!!!
This looked like a lot of fun!
Love that custom.
I think I'll try my hand at making something from dollar store stuff now.
It’s an inspiration and a joy to watch your mind work and see a new little “life” be born.
Ive kitbashed 28mm models for years, but this looks so much more refreshing and fun!
Please do more of these kitbashing videos. It feels like a fun little hangout session, just some experimenting and fun toymaking! Loved the video!
This is awesome. I love that this is a unique figure. And only cost a few bucks. Great job.
This satisfied my kitbashing hunger, for now. Lol!!!
TH-cam recommendations at it again. Found me some new entertainment I never new I needed.
Love this character. Super impressed how it came out.
Crafsman, this is one of your best. When you showed the original toys, I didn't think they could look like something cool. But the end result is really great. I love your aesthetic.
Crafsman is and has always been that one cool relative/family friend/neighbor that we all wish we had. "C'mon over here and help me make these here doodads." Something like that. Long time fan, and this is definitely one of my top ten YT channels.
Thanks for a peak into your process. So much fun to watch, and a cool little character. 😁
You're a true blessing during this pandemic. You give me so much hope, inspiration, and laughter.
One of the best videos on your channel. Please, do more. Happy 21
I really enjoyed this one, CrafsMan. I'm gonna be truthful & say that I didn't expect much from the Dollar Tree. Then when I saw what you picked up, I couldn't wrap my head around why you chose the little figures & the giant grasshopper, but the end result is nothing short of amazing. I think you could pick up rocks & sticks in your backyard and make an awesome figure. Thanks a LOT for this video, you've inspired me yet again.
I love your kitbashing videos most of all, Crafsman
Wow. Thank you! I have it in mind to do more no-music, straight-ahead videos like this.
I really enjoyed this format. Very soothing. I like the music sometimes too, but it’s nice to take things easy sometimes
I really enjoy your commentary, its both relaxing and it’s making me chuckle quite a bit
He's adorable, kind of reminds me of the little creatures in Quatermass and The Pit. I wish we had Dollar Trees in the UK so I could make myself one too.
I know this is an older video but I really enjoyed this format. Start to finish with an insight to your thought process. Makes me want to get into kitbashing.
Thank you so much for the continual stream of inspiration! I keep saying to myself that I only do creative things on the computer because it's too expensive to buy real world supplies. But here you go again showing that, nope, you don't need to spend a lot!
I love Final Faction! They are surprisingly great toys for the price! Great armor, great heads too!
I just lost it when Fred's appeared with Yoda and Obi-wan. Thanks for the video and the laughs.
This would make a mighty fine series Crafsman… love you and appreciate your videos.
Love ya, Crafsman! I like your grasshopper dude. He’s ready for adventure!
Such a joy to watch you do your “thang”! Stay positive my friend, the world needs you! Thanks!
This is super cool! He turned our great... super seamless!
Fantastic! I couldn't see it coming together at first but, it was my lack of imagination and not yours. It really looks great! Its quirky and playful! You sir are a genius!
You have such an amazing imagination and strong follow through with your ideas.
That’s fun! I love how anyone can do it. Very easy to get what you need for this craft.
You have never made a video I didn't like.
Love your work craftsman, you are the coolest.
Not only is TheCrafsMan entertaining but also an advocate of safety 06:12 15:28 I give it four wings and two antenna up!
I love the music. It adds to the charm
I'm a digital 3D artist but you gave me so much inspiration from your video right here. I love the amount of imagination and confidence that goes in to your work. Very nice end result with this figure. Thank you CraftsMan!
That T rex @3:08 is the funniest looking dinosaur ever. His left foot and goofy arms are just the best ever! I actually found large 8" versions of that dino at flea markets. A grown man sculpted that thing and was approved by a committee before production...
I love that little guy! I think you should name him Skip! You know, a hop and a Skip! LOL! This was such a special treat. Today is my birthday and I saved this video from yesterday, so I could watch it today on my birthday! What a great birthday present from the Crafsman! I love you, Crafsman! Thank you!