Using Vacuum Forming to Make Coaster and More out of Jesmonite

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  • I'm giving away a FormBox Vacuum forming machine! Watch the video for all the details regarding the Giveaway. Winners will be announced here: / teammayku
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    (haven't found a US-based supplier yet, let me know if you do)
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  • @InTheMindOfficial
    @InTheMindOfficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I love his absolute child like joy he has any time he does a project. You can tell he absolutely loves what he does and it's beautiful seeing such a passionate maker. You rock dude, keep on doing awesome work!

  • @dcanom321
    @dcanom321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    The blues on the shallow dishes remind me of The Great Wave.
    Also fingers crossed for a new vacuum forming machine!

  • @CAZZAisCALUM
    @CAZZAisCALUM 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have loved working with jesmonite for about a year now - this vacuum former looks like it would make things so much smoother when it comes to mould making! Thanks for the suggestion 😱☺️

  • @TarnAlcock
    @TarnAlcock 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how you show the points of failure and workarounds in the process! Informative AND entertaining!

  • @davidramirezcorredor5934
    @davidramirezcorredor5934 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m amazed by how many clever tricks this man has for his projects!

  • @christophedecostelabelle8930
    @christophedecostelabelle8930 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just love how this guy always does such professional looking products while still staying super easy to follow. I'd love to get that machine! I'm a mechanical engineering student and already have a 3d printer so this addition to my work space could give me a lot of new opportunities. Thanks for posting such amazing content

  • @Lar411
    @Lar411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's so cool to see you actually listened to what many people commented which was using a steady camera instead of a handheld one :) Thanks for listening!

  • @polysil5999
    @polysil5999 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really well explained, and love your enthusiasm! Jesmonite is fantastic stuff, it's hard not to get obsessed once you've tried it!

  • @paramendium7213
    @paramendium7213 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've always wanted a vacuum forming machine there's so much that can be done with them.

    • @Blackspidy619
      @Blackspidy619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've wanted one from the first time I saw The Mythbusters use one.

  • @GiacoWhatever
    @GiacoWhatever 3 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    Alright, need to try that jesmonite... Thanks

    • @achappel
      @achappel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Dude jeah it's super fun to use, you should defeneatly try it out. I'd like to try making something bigger with it as well :)

    • @FlokrollProjects
      @FlokrollProjects 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It was my idea

    • @eamonlee159
      @eamonlee159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Flokroll Projects ???

    • @FlokrollProjects
      @FlokrollProjects 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@eamonlee159 It is true, i pointed him in the Jesominte direction :D

    • @eccentricnut3566
      @eccentricnut3566 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ummm yeah definitely, how have I not known about this stuff before?

  • @nathanmarch9200
    @nathanmarch9200 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great projects, always loved vacuum forming ever since I tried it in Architecture school. Great for prototyping and that is a great casting material!

  • @AthanCondax
    @AthanCondax 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sanding technique is super cool! Never heard of this stuff but you make me want to go out and buy a tub of it. Great content as always, you continuously inspire me. That vacuum former is sick too.

  • @llamalex3156
    @llamalex3156 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Formbox vacuum...3D printer...a maker could never stop dreaming about the possibilities🥺

  • @salvatorefarrell5412
    @salvatorefarrell5412 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Everytime I get the notification for your videos I get so happy!!! I love you and your content so much. I would love to win the vacuum former because i’m looking to experiment with diy projects like this!

  • @RafiquiLP94
    @RafiquiLP94 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love all your projects. And seeing some vacuumforming and knowing there might be more projects with it in the future makes it even better.

  • @retiredtom1654
    @retiredtom1654 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your video is about the most informative I have watched. You show the products from start to finish and the chemicals needed for the versus looks. Very well done, and I'm about ready to start a new hobby!

  • @ma3574
    @ma3574 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is so cool! Only recently came across this channel and I'm hooked. Forget Netflix, this is so much more fun to watch

  • @balisticjoe
    @balisticjoe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've wanted one of those machines for a long time...

    • @achappel
      @achappel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well, You're in luck! please either dm me on instagram (@a.chappel) so that we can sort out the shipping info. Oh and congrats!!
      (need some sort of confirmation that you've received this within 48hrs)

    • @balisticjoe
      @balisticjoe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@achappel oh wow, that's incredible, thank you so much!

  • @jasonjeffries9871
    @jasonjeffries9871 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    vacuum forming is so great, and having a personal sized option is simply fantastic for prototyping projects. Great video!

  • @mikeprokes1134
    @mikeprokes1134 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very well described process. One of the best "how to" videos I've seen!

  • @G0lia7h_at
    @G0lia7h_at 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Totally stocked about Jesmonite too.
    How does it feel to the touch? Is it like plaster? Or more like plastik? Feeling a bit like stone?
    Would also be super happy about a Vacuum Former

  • @Jobey_99
    @Jobey_99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Jesmonite is a lot cheaper than i imagined for 17 Kg's of the stuff. I think that's about enough for a pretty cheap desktop with really cool patterns

    • @maxrandom3337
      @maxrandom3337 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I Hope I can find it in my country!!

    • @jesmonite
      @jesmonite 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      We hope you enjoy using Jesmonite for your project! Please tag us in your creations on Instagram! #Jesmonite We love to see and share new creations!

    • @danielch6662
      @danielch6662 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We don't know how strong it is. Even if you were to cast it with a metal support embedded inside, we don't know if the edges will crack and chip off with normal use.

    • @Jobey_99
      @Jobey_99 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@danielch6662 I have seen jesmonite used as kitchen counter tops so i would guess that with enough support cracking and chipping wouldn't be an issue. I'm planning on making a desktop in the near future so will find out

    • @agentred8732
      @agentred8732 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Jobey_99 : Did you ever make your desktop? I am considering doing a dining counter... I cannot find any cases of Jesmonite as a countertop material.

  • @cigara87
    @cigara87 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Alexandre, got to say i dont think i am in a position to make full use of a Vacuum Forming machine yet, but just seeing you work with one gives me so many ideas on what i would do with one. I love watching your videos and i just want to say that you have a unique ability to motivate and inspire. Just looking at some of the techniques you use i am truly jealous of your work space and your know-how, and you have a positive attitude mixed with a genuine joy for what you create! Thanks for making these videos for us - please keep going!

  • @Tictacpanter
    @Tictacpanter 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gotta say I love the range of build projects you have. From tool Restos to sound panels.

  • @AnoopKhetani
    @AnoopKhetani 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Imagine drinking a shot everytime Alexander says "Jesmonite".😄

    • @vojtechjanjurecka7285
      @vojtechjanjurecka7285 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are passed out on the floor in a minute😂

    • @shefin9093
      @shefin9093 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try vacuum instead ,😉

  • @ajosuql7468
    @ajosuql7468 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    making a coffee table with that material with the fake marble effect would be really cooooooool :D

    • @notchs0son
      @notchs0son 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      And cheap omg imagine ha omg to make the table again

  • @christianamundsen9396
    @christianamundsen9396 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is the most amazing casting results I have ever seen. Your projects are always awesome.

  • @marcrichmond1709
    @marcrichmond1709 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the capabilities that are possible with tools and materials you are sharing.

  • @briankemp7408
    @briankemp7408 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I want to win one of these machines, i am going to make many projects with it.

  • @pippo8771
    @pippo8771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    just a tiny tip: NEVER SHOW YOUR KEYS ON A VIDEO

    • @jonjohnson102
      @jonjohnson102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You saw the video too huh?

    • @pippo8771
      @pippo8771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@jonjohnson102 what video ?? any lockpicker would say that, it's not that difficult to copy a key, even from a photo

    • @dumchican
      @dumchican 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Khaffit th-cam.com/video/AayXf5aRFTI/w-d-xo.html

    • @dumchican
      @dumchican 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@baddriversofthenorcalarea500 if someone who wants to do harm to you already knows where you live and is nearby, and you've told them you have a youtube channel, they probably aren't against copying your key so they don't have to break a window.

    • @dumchican
      @dumchican 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@baddriversofthenorcalarea500 why would you break a window and let someone know you just stole like half their file cabinet? you can do someone harm in a lot more ways than physically.

  • @alessandrostabile7642
    @alessandrostabile7642 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video, I couldn't understand how this machine works. Truly a great idea with utilities that have no boundaries.

  • @markwatts7634
    @markwatts7634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow that Jesmonite is awesome, so many great ideas for it, the Black with orange pieces is super cool.

  • @rogerthreepwood9232
    @rogerthreepwood9232 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I really want to win this for my girlfriend, she has always wanted one. She lives in Canada, you wouldn't know her, but I swear she's real!

  • @JacquelineUnzueta
    @JacquelineUnzueta 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful creations! I love watching your process in all of your projects.

  • @chriss2050
    @chriss2050 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was surprised how far a small amount of pigment went on the final colors. They look great! Thanks.

  • @LimaZuluTango
    @LimaZuluTango 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks soooo cool! I'd definitely make use of this in my leatherworking shop. Ideas....overflowing!

  • @qwaj6985
    @qwaj6985 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great video! The casting material you are using is a real game changer for brilliant colors and effects. I enjoyed your tips about not sanding PLA. Thanks for doing this. A vacuum former is something I had been looking at getting for a while, but could not justify the cost.
    Thanks!

  • @biggsdarklighter4586
    @biggsdarklighter4586 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We have terrazzo floors and I have always wondered how they were made! So cool!

  • @THusbands
    @THusbands 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really cool designs and patterns! crazy how well that material takes pigment.

  • @wojtekw7530
    @wojtekw7530 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing tutorial and the jasmenite is awesome! Now I see the endless possibilities! Thank You for this inspiration!

  • @hannahleggable
    @hannahleggable 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been playing with jesmonite but currently limited to a few moulds, this machine looks fantastic!! Great video

  • @bienalvarez3730
    @bienalvarez3730 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those pigments look great! That vacuum forming machine is so compact too, looks like one you can bring around. That's really cool.

  • @Pandonaut
    @Pandonaut 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jesmonite is probably the most unique material I've ever heard of and seems alot cooler than resin to cast with!

  • @robsokolowski554
    @robsokolowski554 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool process and material! Love seeing the capability of different equipment.

  • @bensimms7294
    @bensimms7294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been thinking about some jesmonite surfaces for worktops etc... Now I know it's so easy I'll DIY!!

  • @peterelkjr4737
    @peterelkjr4737 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing finish on the Jesmonite. Not a singe trace of air bubbles 👍

  • @knytetech7732
    @knytetech7732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the first time I've seen a machine in a youtube video, where I'm actually planning to buy the machine.
    I've seen a lot of desktop vacuum forming machines, but they've all had some glaring issues, this is the first really well put together design I've seen.

  • @Kimberly-cc3jb
    @Kimberly-cc3jb 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing this. That vacuum former looks very nice and compact.

  • @nunyabusiness9043NunyaBiz
    @nunyabusiness9043NunyaBiz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I definitely enjoyed it. I am going to be casting with resin instead, but I can use some of your color mixing and terrazzo techniques to make some nice soap dishes and rafts for my wife’s soapmaking biz. Great energy and presentation.

  • @catalin-ru
    @catalin-ru 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for introducing this new and awesome material! First time hearing of it and I already have lots of ideas.

  • @MrChillipower
    @MrChillipower 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    As always, nice projects and outstanding video production quality. I didn't know you were doing so much projects with molding..

  • @segoetnico
    @segoetnico 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice colors. Great advice for shapes that can be vacuum formed. Thanks.

  • @DavidRuiz-mu8wn
    @DavidRuiz-mu8wn 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really amazing work, vacuum forming is a true labor of love to me sets my mine at ease thx for sharing your knowledge .

  • @BoundedAnimal
    @BoundedAnimal 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this material! It literally has hundreds of potential uses! I may have to invest.
    Thanks again for the awesome content!

  • @theeesophialei
    @theeesophialei 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Came across this on my recommended list and so glad i clicked on it. Thanks for sharing, Alexandre!

  • @strykervalkyrion
    @strykervalkyrion 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I swear this is the greatest infomercial for a vacuum forming machine ever. I've known about them but never knew how to integrate it into the workshop until watching this. Now I want one

  • @sickpocket
    @sickpocket 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Alexandre - great videos, learned a bunch from your videos! just about to turn 68 and I still am to have a flexiible mind and a huge desire to assimilate new knowledge
    THANKS!

  • @bgthemaker
    @bgthemaker 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a cool material and colers! I love it!
    I had never the chance to try out vacuüm forming, but it is a really interesting technic.

  • @alanzelanski7288
    @alanzelanski7288 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My wife used to work with one like that. Dental work uses them often. Fun.

  • @dicksprivates
    @dicksprivates 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving the vacuum former. Nice projects and explanation of requirements for using vacuum former.

  • @piyush3549
    @piyush3549 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is dope 👍 Surprised how quickly it forms!!!

  • @pjd2207
    @pjd2207 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Alexandre - I love your work and your enthusiasm! Keep up the amazing work.

  • @zerocoolzwolle
    @zerocoolzwolle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really cool designs and also nice material! Thanks for sharing! Definitely will try designing some products to make with Jesmonite!

  • @leafnode
    @leafnode 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks so cool just to play with the form and colors! I had a blast making soaps with my daughter - I can’t even imagine what we could do with being able to make our own molds with such an ease :) Definitely going to try the Jesmonite.

  • @Huntereich
    @Huntereich 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I work for a company that does full scale thermoforming by using the same properties as this product. This is such a cool representation of how the process works.

  • @AndrewMiguelez
    @AndrewMiguelez 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That machine is incredibly compact and effective. I'd love to try it out!

  • @HelloJillybean
    @HelloJillybean 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love all the things you do. The vacuum former looks like a lot of fun. Would like to see what others things can be done with it.

  • @josephanning2509
    @josephanning2509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've always made vacuum form molds from MDF with the air holes having a large countersink on the underside to help with suction

    • @pupeno
      @pupeno 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh... countersinking them sounds like a good idea. Thanks for sharing.

  • @TrondSkar
    @TrondSkar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A very inspirational video! Both on jesmonite and vacuum forming. Would love to have one of these in the workshop 😉

  • @steffenthien6139
    @steffenthien6139 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work, never thought Vacuum Forming is so versatile. I got instant inspiration for many projects and applications :) thanks so much

  • @alecc.5610
    @alecc.5610 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need to try that material! Never heard of it. Maybe I'll build my own vacuum former

  • @ayylmao.mp3
    @ayylmao.mp3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The white and blueish stuff is so pretty, looks like a foaming ocean!

  • @LesTutosdUneMinute
    @LesTutosdUneMinute 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool project as always! Love the energy you're the putting in these videos!

  • @andreykoens
    @andreykoens 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Love how it's instructional yet you make something really 'yours' out of it. Looking up places to buy Jesmonite already lol

  • @hanskristjankivistik6915
    @hanskristjankivistik6915 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The black one with orange bits looks awesome, would try with other materials too 🖤🧡

  • @biglouie69
    @biglouie69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    As always, an awesome video. Excited to try both Jesmonite and the Maykus vacuformer. Keep making casting and vacuforming videos

  • @mikemeyers7499
    @mikemeyers7499 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your channel, like these, never heard of Jesmonite, perhaps here in the states. Am looking into using this. Great show!

  • @patrickwilson2049
    @patrickwilson2049 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    These are killer! Love the low-poly look.

  • @KhaledElkhawaga
    @KhaledElkhawaga 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool material! Looks super easy to use!

  • @granthamilton6339
    @granthamilton6339 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is awesome! Definitely going to have to pick one of these up to assist me in Industrial Design at school!

  • @RobFulcher
    @RobFulcher 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This looks like a fun alternative to smelly epoxy / polyester resins - just wish it were available in the US!
    Thanks for the contest and for giving us a heads- up on Jesmonite!

  • @glacialblueberry
    @glacialblueberry 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could definitely put that machine to good use in my new tiny little workshop! Pretty cool project!

  • @SHSDrafting
    @SHSDrafting 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love one of these for my classroom. So many design possibilities! 🤞🏻

  • @Cobalt_Tree
    @Cobalt_Tree 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s a really cool machine. The trays all came out looking cool

  • @wouteronearth
    @wouteronearth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They look so pretty ❤️ would love to see more vacuum forming videos

  • @appalachianmountaindesigns7713
    @appalachianmountaindesigns7713 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an awesome product. So many possibilities. Thanks for sharing. *Chris*

  • @themakeshop1499
    @themakeshop1499 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is really cool. Glad to hear about the Jesmonite.

  • @preacherpb
    @preacherpb 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always wanted to experiment with vacuum forming... Hope theres more videos on it

  • @Dsgj
    @Dsgj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the first blue/white coaster. reminds me of "the big wave"!

  • @jeremiebilisari2822
    @jeremiebilisari2822 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I look forward to seeing what else can be done with vacuum forming.

  • @12miro12
    @12miro12 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    In love with this new material! Super cool surface!

  • @JTheoryScience
    @JTheoryScience 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    you explain everything very nicely, very good personal and social skills, makes great video content

  • @josilasik
    @josilasik 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never knew what jesmonite was but am interested in working with it in the future. Keep up the good work. Can't wait to see more videos

  • @stigchristianaske7402
    @stigchristianaske7402 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is a really cool process for making short runs and prototypes!

  • @shadaesus
    @shadaesus 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sent me down a rabbit hole of Jesmonite, awesome use for a vacuum former!

  • @gideonvorster376
    @gideonvorster376 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant work Alexandre!! Learning so much from your videos, keep it up!

  • @AlfredoAntonioMartinez
    @AlfredoAntonioMartinez 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow I discover your channel today and I must say that I love it! thanks for sharing your knowledge!

  • @johnnzetrockk9404
    @johnnzetrockk9404 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow, your creativity is immeasurable

  • @iantoevans1159
    @iantoevans1159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The results from the jesmonite look awesome! A vacuum former would be amazing, as I'm in the middle of setting up my own little workshop!

  • @gerominod9562
    @gerominod9562 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are building a strong community of creatives. It is always a pleasure to watch your content