As someone who usually does only straight builds.... This actually gave me a really good starting point for adding a little life into my models. Thanks for all the advice!
@@kurisu3000 BASED. I guarantee her husband got her "into" Gunpla and thought to himself, "Hey, my wife is cute/hot, we can make TH-cam videos and Patreon shekels from lonely Gunpla nerds." Maybe even some free kits from online vendors too.
All Americans pronounce O as A anyway! The bizzare thing is though that Americans pronounce Gundam as Gundum and the funny thing is I've heard Americans say 'Gaddamn Gundum' instead of 'Goddamn Gundam'!
Thankyou. Good vid. I've been building tamina 1/24 auto kits since I was 15 yrs old. ( now 40 ish) I totally agree on the grey on white panel lines. Although I am very new to gundam I have noticed the lack of Photo etched detail up parts.
Today I successfully did my build of the RX-78-2 Gundam Revive, and I couldn't be more happy. Thank you for your tutorials. The Information you have presented on your channel helped immensely. Keep up the great work! And have a fantastic week and weekend! 🙂
Good video. Definitely agree with you on using grey panel-lining on white/lighter plastic; it looks a lot better than black. As for your list, I assume you excluded this because it's so obvious, but a hobby knife is probably the most important tool.
Thank you for the suggestions. I started last year building my first 2 gundam and still working on them. Did not know about the metallic markers. Have a great day!
I saw that someone else commented on acrylics. I use testors acryl paint (usually Browns, gray, or type of black), dawn dish detergent and water. After it dries I use a damp on one side dry on the other to clean up any excess. Then clear coat the model then. If it does not have a gloss surface I make one first then apply the details. Seal again with gloss clear apply waterslide decals. If you are using stickers you won’t need to do this. Then add a flat coat of clear. The apply stickers. This weather process works great and the results pop especially on faces and small details. Love the show and look forward to see what else you build!
You know a good pair of sanding sticks and a hobby knife can save you a lot of hassle to. Really wish I did more research when I first started modeling.
The Tamiya Panel Line Accent Color also works in addition or instead of the Gundam Marker versions. The Gundam Markers are great, but they're very expensive for how little paint you get. They're lacquer based paints unless I'm mistaken. It's good to squeeze some of the paint from the marker on a tray, and then using a tooth pick to detail up some things. I've never tried the Tamiya Weather Master but I hear they're pretty good. I would probably get a top coat from Tamiya or Mr. Hobby. As with any sort of spray, you need to shake it very well, then spray quick bursts, let it dry, and then spray another round. The idea is multiple thin layers with plenty of time to dry. I hear the GodHand nippers/side cutters are great. I tend to stick with the Tamiya Sharp Pointed one and also the Tamiya Sharp Pointed Slim Jaw ones. It's also a good idea to get a cutting mat and also a hobby knife.
The Tamiya weathering kits are hilarious. You can just get extensive sets of colors at any Dollar store. Micron Pigma markers are also far cheaper than Gundam markers.
Marvelous choice of camera angle. Really allows the audience to see the important stuff. But also the TH-cam algorithm strikes gold yet again. This time it's a Latina bonita who builds fundamental kits and really knows what she's talking about ❤️
Thank you for the tutorial. After recently acquiring the original MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM series and trilogy series I want to get a Perfect Grade RX-78-2 Gundam and Char's Red Commander Class Zaku II as soon as possible. This tutorial helped me in knowing what tools to get before purchasing the kits. You earned yourself a new subscriber. Keep up the great work. 😎👍🏾
I also initially bought those red nippers because they were cheap - but then bought a pair of God Hand Nippers & thoroughly recommend the GH Nips as money WELL SPENT ... they cut like a hot knife through already melted butter ! Now I only use the red nippers to cut parts WELL back from the gate, then use the GH Nippers for final cuts close to the finished surface. I JUST found your brilliant channel, massive applause & you just gained an Aussie fan ! I do think Meli that if they held a 'Miss Gundam' contest you'd surely be adding trophies to your ikea cabinets ! Really liked your Japanese tour videos, good fun & they're helping me organise my own Nippon trip this year - along with tips from videos by the inimitable Mr ZakuAurelius ! =o)
Here’s an idea I got from someone so they would take pieces from the runners put it in nail polish remover and then wait for it to be melted all the way then we take a paintbrush and he would paint it on the same lines making it like a clue and then he would just cut off the excess angle looks so clean
Hey Meli :) Love your gunpla videos, i made a couple of effect parts with your glue gun tutorial :D Have fun in Japan, looking forward to your videos! You should do a vlog in japan ^^
I'm going to start building my first gunpla this week. I always wanted to since I was a kid, but didnt know where to start. It just so happenes your video came up and was very helpful. Someone in the comments said your into motorcycles and your a total babe as well. You've got yourself a new subscriber 👍
You can use a plastic eraser to clean up after panel-lining. When I mess up with my gundam markers I either wipe off with a tissue or I scrape off with a flat file. It also depends on whether or not filing the paint off would leave marks on the plastic. Sometimes I just paint over the mistake. I have painted entire models with my gundam markers. If you do this, be aware that you will need to wait to let the paint dry and then do additional coats to make the brush marks even. Also, due to the tips' size and shape they cannot get into tighter places, but you could push out some paint and use a paint brush to do those parts. I also recommend a pair of reverse tweezers or similar to hold parts while you paint. I often do what painting I can when the part is still on the runner, then cut it off and paint over the nub mark.
I use the GM08 (yellow), GM09 (bright green), and GM14 (pink) Gundam markers a lot for painting eyes, usually over an eyepiece that's also had a coat of black primer applied to it. It looks so much better than using a sticker. I also prefer Tamiya rattle cans for my clear coats, especially the TS-80 Flat coat. It also works really great on bare white and grey pieces without fully painting them so I can sand over painted panel lines and other details to get them looking really sharp! The flat coat completely fills in any marks made from fine sandpaper.
All you really need for a first beginner build is nippers. The rest comes over time as you develop more. Alot of kits look great when put together with out anything. Of all the stuff here, I'm stunned she didn't mention a craft knife or tweezers.
I am a simple guy. You were given those blessings. I watch your video, I look at them, and it makes me ready to face the day. Thank you so much for just simply existing in this world.
You have my complete respect for being part of this community, I'd love to learn how can I be more resourceful, I broke piece that allowed the wings of my gundam strike freedom, and the wings will never spread, not to mention rotate upwards without one set falling off, again, banzaaaaaaaaaai
that is literally the 4 things that pros don't use Gundam marker -> Enamel Paint Tamiya weathering set -> cheap pastel, real dirt Krylon coat - > Tamiya, Mr color Godhand Nippers -> cheap nippers and file
Thanks for the videos and ideas it help a lot especially to us beginners... I love this video it gave me a nice preview on what i need in building... More power to your page. Always take care
Nice video love me some Tamiya Weathering kits. Its amazing how a little shadowing and panel lining can make a robot come to life. Sometimes on top of that Less is Best. Merry Christmas!
@@IceyDivine I was in my 30s when I first started making Gundam (although I was making model kits from about age 10), so I do not think 19 is too old, and some of the kits are advertised towards people much younger than you so it should not be too young ether. Stray Dogz Congratsulations, if you are not used to model making opening one of these up can seem overwhelming but they are pretty simple. just arrange the runners in alpherbetical order and follow the instructions. I am not sure what you started with but unless you have some model making experiance HG, SD or maybe MG are probably the best places to start, the PG kits are a lot more complex (and expensive), While RGs (which I have made most of) are cheep they tend to have tiny parts and often 600+ pieces making for a more chalenging (and at least for me enjoyable) experiance than the HG or MG kits.
I suggest you guys start off with the HG first, but if you really want something that is stable, don't pop off often. Go for the SD model kits. My first model kit was the SD Cross Bone X-1 and I still love it til this day. I even modded it with a new paint job.
thank you!! Im terrible at making videos but im going to japan in the next month and plan on vloging all my gundam/ gunpla activities. so stay tuned! :P
Gunpla meli I’m not even into gundams but I do build other models so you’ve got a new subscriber here. Can’t wait for more content!! You are too beautiful not to be famous!!!
Focus guys, focus!
I'm fOcUs
It is so hard to focus man
Im not focused on gunpla anymore!
I am focused...on...two...something else
My 👀 keep going up and down LOL
Imagine asking your girlfriend “what are you doing today ?”
She says. “ making a gundam. What are you doing today ?”
You “watching”
thunderfeet it be like that sometimes
that my friends is how twitch got started, but with your girlfriend living 2 hours away ='(
😌👌 perfect-o live-o
lol great day to spend the day
Your warped cutting mat really bugs me.....
it irks me too!
lmao
Does anybody believe that she really assembles kits?
@@martigo7152 uhh.. what..?
Do not leave cutting mats in sun shine
As someone who usually does only straight builds.... This actually gave me a really good starting point for adding a little life into my models. Thanks for all the advice!
Nice to see more female Gunpla builders
Showing their boobs
The future is female
@@kaylemgodinez Simp
OBI WAN shut up
@@kurisu3000 BASED. I guarantee her husband got her "into" Gunpla and thought to himself, "Hey, my wife is cute/hot, we can make TH-cam videos and Patreon shekels from lonely Gunpla nerds." Maybe even some free kits from online vendors too.
When you said "top coat" it sounded like "taco". But, I guess tacos are pretty important in any situation.
I'm not alone then? I swear I heard she saying that 🤣
All Americans pronounce O as A anyway! The bizzare thing is though that Americans pronounce Gundam as Gundum and the funny thing is I've heard Americans say 'Gaddamn Gundum' instead of 'Goddamn Gundam'!
She was speaking? 🤔
Off I go to Taco Bell... thanks =]
I just started watching this video and I can already think of 2 things I need.
Taking this up as hobby, I love tedious and attention to detail work. Thanks for the tips.
Thankyou. Good vid. I've been building tamina 1/24 auto kits since I was 15 yrs old. ( now 40 ish) I totally agree on the grey on white panel lines.
Although I am very new to gundam I have noticed the lack of Photo etched detail up parts.
they are out there but can be well expensive
Today I successfully did my build of the RX-78-2 Gundam Revive, and I couldn't be more happy. Thank you for your tutorials. The Information you have presented on your channel helped immensely. Keep up the great work! And have a fantastic week and weekend! 🙂
This is like a high quality lecture from Meli.
I just got my first Gundam ever!
PG OO RAISER! I’ve never built one before and I’m probably in or my head so thanks for your video!
Mario Gallego oh my lord are you in for a rude awakening
James Hillard actually I’m almost finished with it..
Your first gundam kit is a PG. Oh how you’re in for a bad time. Good luck
welcome to the hobby!
Did it go well?
Good video.
Definitely agree with you on using grey panel-lining on white/lighter plastic; it looks a lot better than black. As for your list, I assume you excluded this because it's so obvious, but a hobby knife is probably the most important tool.
Thank you for the suggestions. I started last year building my first 2 gundam and still working on them. Did not know about the metallic markers. Have a great day!
My list:
Nippers
Modeling knife
Panel lining markers
Files
Modeling cement
Same here
matzer1110 you should also get a panel line scribed and dymo tape
@@Z3_R_0 yep i use them aswell i just fin a pg kit and loving it red frame astray
matzer1110 nice I’m getting a rg quanta or strike freedom and combine it with a 00 raiser rg
@@Z3_R_0 wow now that sounds awsome what ide like to see is a pg sword impulse gundam
Just recently got back into the hobby after several years since my last kit. So glad i found this video. Thank you so much😄
I remember when I started building Gundam kits I was using the black marker and hated it...then I found the gray. Perfect.
I saw that someone else commented on acrylics. I use testors acryl paint (usually Browns, gray, or type of black), dawn dish detergent and water. After it dries I use a damp on one side dry on the other to clean up any excess. Then clear coat the model then. If it does not have a gloss surface I make one first then apply the details. Seal again with gloss clear apply waterslide decals. If you are using stickers you won’t need to do this. Then add a flat coat of clear. The apply stickers. This weather process works great and the results pop especially on faces and small details. Love the show and look forward to see what else you build!
I did fail to mention just use a brush to get the weather mix into the seams.
Yeah im just here for the tits
It is a great refresh feeling to see more female Gunpla builders joining, what or which series bought you into the Gundam scene?
Wasn't the video i needed, but i still watched it.
You know a good pair of sanding sticks and a hobby knife can save you a lot of hassle to. Really wish I did more research when I first started modeling.
Jorge Pantoja same the first time i built a gunpla i used scissors to cut out the parts
Cheap emery boards or nail files from pharmacies or cosmetics stores are just as good!
The Tamiya Panel Line Accent Color also works in addition or instead of the Gundam Marker versions.
The Gundam Markers are great, but they're very expensive for how little paint you get.
They're lacquer based paints unless I'm mistaken.
It's good to squeeze some of the paint from the marker on a tray, and then using a tooth pick to detail up some things.
I've never tried the Tamiya Weather Master but I hear they're pretty good.
I would probably get a top coat from Tamiya or Mr. Hobby.
As with any sort of spray, you need to shake it very well, then spray quick bursts, let it dry, and then spray another round.
The idea is multiple thin layers with plenty of time to dry.
I hear the GodHand nippers/side cutters are great.
I tend to stick with the Tamiya Sharp Pointed one and also the Tamiya Sharp Pointed Slim Jaw ones.
It's also a good idea to get a cutting mat and also a hobby knife.
The Tamiya weathering kits are hilarious. You can just get extensive sets of colors at any Dollar store.
Micron Pigma markers are also far cheaper than Gundam markers.
I used a micron on my first gunpla and the paint was just like running away. Even if I washed the pieces.
Marvelous choice of camera angle. Really allows the audience to see the important stuff. But also the TH-cam algorithm strikes gold yet again. This time it's a Latina bonita who builds fundamental kits and really knows what she's talking about ❤️
GunDamn!!!! You got my attention now. I also think u got a nice set of nippers.
Thanks for the gunpla building tips
Can I add a tip to the gundam marker suggestion. Black for the face makes it pop and look menacing.
Thanks dude
Thank you for the tutorial. After recently acquiring the original MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM series and trilogy series I want to get a Perfect Grade RX-78-2 Gundam and Char's Red Commander Class Zaku II as soon as possible. This tutorial helped me in knowing what tools to get before purchasing the kits.
You earned yourself a new subscriber. Keep up the great work. 😎👍🏾
getting a boom for the yeti well reduce a lot of desk noises.
Dam those gunplas are big
Came for the gunpla , stayed for the ti...ps
Yep she got nice ti.....ps for gunplas.
What you did there, see it I did!!! LOL
Smoking hot ti....ps
I couldn't help tittering at that!
Your tips work well for any model kit. Thank you for the video, very informative and well narrarated.
I never dreamed of being a cutting mat until now....
WTF
i Definitely feel You man
😆
Wow thats alot of help. And thats two big gundams.
Wish there was more females in these sort of hobbies. Great video!
I want to get into this hobby and this was super helpful
Gents, eyes on the gunpla items...willyah??
Its gundam
@@steve00alt70 tanga.
gundam.wikia.com/wiki/Gunpla
Been too busy looking at the electrical socket
What gundam?
Would it still be white knighting? Or white gundaming?
I like you videos. Your collection is awesome, and I really like the glasses, and have trouble concentrating on the gunpla with out them.
uh I would recommend a hobby knife and some sanding blocks over the secondary markers or weathering kits.
Gonna build my first rg Gundam next week. Thanks for the info.
I’m glad we have female gunpla artists
:)
Anything to get more people modeling are great suggestions!
Bruh so many simps 😂 these dudes never even seen a girl up close
Great tips btw. I legit just found one at hobby lobby, and I'm hooked
I also initially bought those red nippers because they were cheap - but then bought a pair of God Hand Nippers & thoroughly recommend the GH Nips as money WELL SPENT ... they cut like a hot knife through already melted butter ! Now I only use the red nippers to cut parts WELL back from the gate, then use the GH Nippers for final cuts close to the finished surface. I JUST found your brilliant channel, massive applause & you just gained an Aussie fan ! I do think Meli that if they held a 'Miss Gundam' contest you'd surely be adding trophies to your ikea cabinets ! Really liked your Japanese tour videos, good fun & they're helping me organise my own Nippon trip this year - along with tips from videos by the inimitable Mr ZakuAurelius ! =o)
Top 6 things to build confidence to ask her out 👌👌👌
Here’s an idea I got from someone so they would take pieces from the runners put it in nail polish remover and then wait for it to be melted all the way then we take a paintbrush and he would paint it on the same lines making it like a clue and then he would just cut off the excess angle looks so clean
You can say what you want about me but I swear I came for the Gundam!
When I was buying kits in 2001, I WISH I knew half this stuff! I also wish we had Gundam markers more readily available.
Hey Meli :) Love your gunpla videos, i made a couple of effect parts with your glue gun tutorial :D Have fun in Japan, looking forward to your videos! You should do a vlog in japan ^^
I'm going to start building my first gunpla this week. I always wanted to since I was a kid, but didnt know where to start. It just so happenes your video came up and was very helpful. Someone in the comments said your into motorcycles and your a total babe as well. You've got yourself a new subscriber 👍
A girl that watches gundam and builds kits? My dream girl
Confederate Texas same :(
You'll never get her, nerd
Sean Gunter noooooooooooo
This I agree Dude. Cheers on that !!
@@seang.6245 already Did.you all need to realise she's my girlfriend.
You can use a plastic eraser to clean up after panel-lining.
When I mess up with my gundam markers I either wipe off with a tissue or I scrape off with a flat file. It also depends on whether or not filing the paint off would leave marks on the plastic. Sometimes I just paint over the mistake. I have painted entire models with my gundam markers. If you do this, be aware that you will need to wait to let the paint dry and then do additional coats to make the brush marks even. Also, due to the tips' size and shape they cannot get into tighter places, but you could push out some paint and use a paint brush to do those parts. I also recommend a pair of reverse tweezers or similar to hold parts while you paint. I often do what painting I can when the part is still on the runner, then cut it off and paint over the nub mark.
Omg!! Gorgeous even if no glasses..
I love u
Gundam 😅😅
1080p60 thanks for this quality I can clearly see those GUN-DAMs
😂 everybody in here wants to marry you lmao
eyeball that ring finger son
Bruh you know she got wife’d up like immediately lol
Gorgeous and plays with toys!
Not me..
Damn right!!!
Gray on white thanks for the tip mate
A girl into Gundams. I'm in love.
I use the GM08 (yellow), GM09 (bright green), and GM14 (pink) Gundam markers a lot for painting eyes, usually over an eyepiece that's also had a coat of black primer applied to it. It looks so much better than using a sticker. I also prefer Tamiya rattle cans for my clear coats, especially the TS-80 Flat coat. It also works really great on bare white and grey pieces without fully painting them so I can sand over painted panel lines and other details to get them looking really sharp! The flat coat completely fills in any marks made from fine sandpaper.
It's more like GOD DAMN!
Just starting out myself and this is great video i think gunpla is going to be a major hobby of mine soon i like it a lot
Can't believe I have to watch this again, like, 4 times... ;")
From the get go I see two things I need!
for some reason im only focusing on the center....
jjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjj That warped cutting mat is annoying I know. So frustrating to stare at.
Okay,your not focusing on the cutting mat are you your focusing on ....damn with you people
Im focused on 2 big kits she's got. Looks like real grades?!
The best gunpla channel...
I don't even care for gundam, but now I do.
All you really need for a first beginner build is nippers. The rest comes over time as you develop more.
Alot of kits look great when put together with out anything.
Of all the stuff here, I'm stunned she didn't mention a craft knife or tweezers.
This! I agree. A beginner only really needs a set of nippers, x-acto knife, and a file/ sand paper.
And no. 7 a great rack to display.....your gundams👍
Gorgeous Gundam Girl - great tips on building gundam models!
im just ordinary man like every body
i only see GUNDEYM
Beautiful pair of Gundams
This makes me miss my Master Grade Shining Gundam. I put so much effort into detailing it but it was destroyed after moving 3 times. :(
What... How come?
R.I.P. Dude
Oof
NOOOOOOO I FEEL BAD
Good info. Im always looking for ways to streamline painting. Didnt even know about those pens.
Yeah i love stare at that things.. I'm gonna subscribe for more content like this 😉
Awesome!!! Thanks!!! Definitely going to check your other vids for more tips.
I am a simple guy. You were given those blessings. I watch your video, I look at them, and it makes me ready to face the day. Thank you so much for just simply existing in this world.
You have my complete respect for being part of this community, I'd love to learn how can I be more resourceful, I broke piece that allowed the wings of my gundam strike freedom, and the wings will never spread, not to mention rotate upwards without one set falling off, again, banzaaaaaaaaaai
Good informative video. You sound kind of nervous, or anxious running through this.
I need to grab those weathering sets.
She really does have the best tips.
that is literally the 4 things that pros don't use
Gundam marker -> Enamel Paint
Tamiya weathering set -> cheap pastel, real dirt
Krylon coat - > Tamiya, Mr color
Godhand Nippers -> cheap nippers and file
Never said this video was for pros
I can only think of the two things I need and I can't stop looking at them.
She's so gorgeous without glasses and with makeup
Thanks for the videos and ideas it help a lot especially to us beginners... I love this video it gave me a nice preview on what i need in building... More power to your page. Always take care
Gundams and fine women...Thank you God!
This is actually quite useful to use on T'au battle armors.
Just finished my first gunpla, and it feels really fragile....
Thanks for getting me abreast to the situation 😁
You rock Girl
Great list!
I think a little bottle of lacquer and/or enamel would be essential for cleaning panel lines.
Is it wrong to say she looks more amazing with glasses? 😋 maybe thats just me.
Hey Meli, your GundAms are gOddamn great!
I click this video just to see the comments
S a m e
Nice video love me some Tamiya Weathering kits. Its amazing how a little shadowing and panel lining can make a robot come to life. Sometimes on top of that Less is Best. Merry Christmas!
Is it ok to start getting into this at age 19 lol...
Saaammmeeee..... I'm 19 and just got first kit and I'm scared to even start building. It feels a little bit overwhelming.
Stray Dogz I actually finished my first kit a few days ago! You should try it c: it’s really fun and time consuming if you really enjoy it :D
@@IceyDivine I was in my 30s when I first started making Gundam (although I was making model kits from about age 10), so I do not think 19 is too old, and some of the kits are advertised towards people much younger than you so it should not be too young ether.
Stray Dogz
Congratsulations, if you are not used to model making opening one of these up can seem overwhelming but they are pretty simple. just arrange the runners in alpherbetical order and follow the instructions.
I am not sure what you started with but unless you have some model making experiance HG, SD or maybe MG are probably the best places to start, the PG kits are a lot more complex (and expensive), While RGs (which I have made most of) are cheep they tend to have tiny parts and often 600+ pieces making for a more chalenging (and at least for me enjoyable) experiance than the HG or MG kits.
I suggest you guys start off with the HG first, but if you really want something that is stable, don't pop off often. Go for the SD model kits. My first model kit was the SD Cross Bone X-1 and I still love it til this day. I even modded it with a new paint job.
You always shine for everyone😊😊😊😊
You are one of the most beautiful humans I’ve ever seen in my life. I wish you would post new videos. The advice is great too!
thank you!! Im terrible at making videos but im going to japan in the next month and plan on vloging all my gundam/ gunpla activities. so stay tuned! :P
Gunpla meli I’m not even into gundams but I do build other models so you’ve got a new subscriber here. Can’t wait for more content!! You are too beautiful not to be famous!!!
@@Gunplameli seeing the life size Gundams?
I'm convinced to whatever she recommends. I'm simple. I listen
*sees comments section*
Me: *visible concern*
Facts 💯
I'm new to building kits - thanks for the tips!
congrats to your parents for building you perfect
Jesus h Christ woman goddam i just subscribed
Thank god someone would make a tutorial like this