How to Make a Tiny Craft Studio in a Book (Box!😆)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 มิ.ย. 2024
- Today I will be combining two of my favourite activities - making DIY miniatures and hand painting boxes! I have had this wooden book box from Daiso for a few years now and I finally decided to paint and make a it into a tiny haven of arts, crafts and more books! This is the first of my miniature projects where the design is not based off a DIY dollhouse kit - most of the items are made using supplies I had at hand (and also washi tape of course 😉). This project took me so long to make but I enjoyed the process so much.
Items used in this project:
*Self healing cutting mat - amzn.to/3j9M1tO
*Craft/modelling knife - amzn.to/3WaHPrS
*Tweezers - amzn.to/3Yxn1gq, amzn.to/3YqWTU9
*Precision scissors - amzn.to/3W9ON0k, amzn.to/3Fl21QU
*Craft awl - amzn.to/3Ps84I3
*Glue applicator - amzn.to/3FoHN95
*Mod Podge (matte) - amzn.to/3VauBKJ
*Arteza acrylic paints (normal colours) - amzn.to/3VSkFGR
*Jo Sonja’s Clear Glaze Medium - amzn.to/3uSuZ5P
*Wood staining gels - amzn.to/3WhdfN8, amzn.to/3FLMafS
*Stirring sticks - amzn.to/3RG2wNi
Note that I have bought and tried all of these items myself. Since I am an amazon associate, I will also earn a small commission if you purchase from the links above. You are more than welcome to purchase elsewhere, especially if you find a cheaper price, or if you prefer to support smaller local companies. I always advocate for supporting what you believe in and always comparing and being careful when purchasing online :)
* For a list of my recommended items and tips for making and customising dollhouse and booknook kits, please visit the link below: docs.google.com/document/d/1y...
* If you’re interested in seeing the behind-the-scenes extras, please have a look at my Patreon! Examples include things such as detailed planning sketches, abandoned or changed ideas, thoughts I had during the making of each project and more!
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Chapters if you want to go to specific sections:
0:00 Intro
0:00:31 Preparation
0:1:31 Painting the outside
0:5:13 Making the Inside
0:17:25 Putting it all together
0:23:28 Final product
*The book cover templates were bought from an Etsy store (owner has some wonderful book templates!). Unfortunately I cannot provide the link as the shop is not selling anymore. I will update this description if the shop reopens.
**The washi tape version of the miniature books is available in this video:
• How to Make Miniature ...
***The mini UV painting of the little duck is here:
• A Tiny Duck on a Tiny ...
If you like the washi tape used in this video, you can purchase various sets from The Washi Tape Shop. If you use the link below to access the Washi Tape Shop site, I will earn a small commission (at no additional cost to you) that will be a big help for my future projects :)
* Link to the Washi Tape Shop: www.thewashitapeshop.com?aff=611
The beautiful background music is composed by the artist TTRM. I have bought all their albums to date! The music is a great inspiration and I find myself wandering off to my own little fantasy worlds 😆. A huge thank you for creating such beautiful music! With their permission I have used some of their music to accompany the making of the little studio.
TTRM channel: / @ttrm
Specific tracks used:
*My Star’s First Guest (Piano version) - • 내 별의 첫 손님 Piano Ver (M...
*The Melody of Night - • 밤의 선율 (The Melody of N...
*My World - • My World ( TTRM / Tita...
*Rainy Day Small Whim - • 마음의 공명 / TTRM Slow Mix...
*A Dream I Miss (Piano version) - • 그리운 꿈 (A Dream I Miss)...
#dollhouse #miniature #DIYminiature
I learn new things from each project and the lessons learnt while making this project:
* Wipe down the surface after using staining gels to avoid uneven areas
* Mod Podge is the best! I prefer matte Mod Podge to glossy in most cases. What are your preferences?
* Use Mod Podge before adding glue to avoid ‘glue stains’ (from when the glue dries)
* The gold on the gold-gilded washi tapes comes off easily, use Mod Podge to add a protective layer XD
So beautiful
Hi, loved the video. The music just right for the mood. I was smiling all the way through. Thanks again xxx
Thank you so much Marilyn for watching this one! I’ve very glad to hear this gave you a smile 🥰
The word ‘exquisite’ was made for work like this ❤️
Thank you for your lovely words! 🥰
That is so cute, it reminds me of the miniature museum I went to 5 years ago.
Thank you! Oooooooh a miniature museum 🤩. I don’t think I’ve ever been to one, you must tell me more about it!
I’m a painter who works on mini canvases, and your videos always put me in such a creative mood! This one in particular made me want to do a little painting of a fairy mushroom scene… Maybe it was the hedgehog at the beginning ww. I didn’t comment at the time, but the Totoro video got me to complete a rose garden painting I’d been working on that I think is my best piece yet :D Thank you! Whenever I’m stuck, I think I’ll come back to your channel
oh my!!! 🥰 I’m actually struggling to find the right words to be able to express what I feel upon hearing this … but I totally understand what you are saying because I have often been in your position 😆 I just never really expected to be on the other end if you know what I mean ahaha. That little burst of inspiration you get … I still can’t really describe it. So it makes me feel so happy to hear that I was able to provide that little bit of creative mood for you to go on to finish your best piece with the rose garden! I can’t wait to hear about your next fairy mushroom painting :) it will be even better!
Soooo cute!! Also your video is giving off both ASMR and therapeutic feels 💕💕
Thank you! 😊 Do you prefer the slow therapeutic or the more fast paced cute videos?
@@azukibeanhobbies hmm I like both!
remember me as your very early subscriber when you get famous, your videos are so calming to me and the things you make are so creative and cute. i will always be a big fan of your channel! keep going! 🥰🥰
I definitely will! Your words mean so much, thank you 🥰 Btw I also love cats and final fantasy 😆 is your favourite final fantasy 7?
@@azukibeanhobbies YES!! oh my gosh!
I only ever finished 7, 8 and 9 but oh my all that nostalgia, the feels, the music!!! ahahaha!
@@azukibeanhobbies FOR REALLL!! i started playing the remake of ff7 and its awesome but you need soooo much time for it, its such a long game
That is so true!! I don’t have much time for any game these days… the last one I almost finished was the FF12 remastered 4-5 years ago … do you recommend the FF7 remake? I only have a switch nowadays so don’t think it’s available there :( … but I ended up buying all the original FF games 😆
Beautiful. :D 💕💕
I’m so glad you like it!! Thank you 🥰
Have a lovely lovely weekend!
@@azukibeanhobbies Yw, I'm having a great weekend actually. :)
weekends are so nice hehe, so glad you’re enjoying yours!
@@azukibeanhobbies Thanks. :)
Yw. :D
This is so cute! Love your channel and the studio ghibli stuff!
Thank you 😊 ! I’m hoping to balance it out with both original + ghibli ideas/elements if I can. What is your favourite Ghibli movie? :)
@@azukibeanhobbies I really like my neighbor totoro but ponyo, kikis delivery service and whisper of the heart are a close second. Studio ghibli movies are too good I can't decide (>×
@@msbeanification Hahaha I totally understand the dilemma! My personal favourite is Howl’s Moving Castle due to the big connection I had with the original book (which I read as a kid), but it is followed so closely by so many others, including Totoro hehe
I just love Totoro’s big belly, soooo cute when Mei falls asleep on it. It looks so soft and comfy to sleep on 😆
@@azukibeanhobbies I know it's so cute! It's amazing how much they understand how kids are and their thought process!
@@msbeanification Exactly! And its so good for adults as well, we understand more complicated stuff but the movies capture that childhood experience so well that it keeps that light hearted childhood experience alive inside us! Honestly at times i feel like a ‘kidult’ if you know what i mean😆
You are amazing!
You are also amazing! 😆
Love it
Thanks so much! 💖
It’s wonderful ❤
Thank you! 💕
Very good nice idea 👍
Thank you! 🥰
So cute. Im your fan. :D
Thank you! How has your day been? 😆
As usual the final product is adorable! Could you explain why you need to add a protective layer after you apply the stain?
Thank you for watching so many of my videos!
Sure thing, the protective clear glaze medium layer acts as a very light protective layer or barrier coat between layers of paint or stain. It also gives the wood a smoother finish compared to if no layer was added. Note however, it doesn’t completely protect the wood - ideally, the final step would be adding varnish or sealer on top of this to completely protect the box from water damage. But at the time of the video, I wasn’t sure whether I wanted to add more stain later on for a deeper colour so I stopped at this step. I can still add more stain or make changes to the painting later with the clear glaze medium layer, but I can’t do this once the varnish/sealer has been applied.
If the box were to be used for storing things, it’s best to add the varnish/sealer. But since this particular one is for decorative purposes, I still haven’t added this yet.
I do have a few videos where I paint boxes that are used for storing things, and you can see in them that I add many layers of glossy varnish after the clear glaze medium to completely seal the box. Hope this helps explain it!
So lovely! Since the box legs are only in the middle, did you have a problem keeping it from falling over, especially when the doors are open? I've watched a few of your videos tonight and really enjoy your work. New sub.
Ah thank you! The bottom of the ‘covers’ on the front and back are the same height as the box legs in the middle. Together they keep the box standing upright when the box is open so no problems at all from falling over :)
Parabéns, belíssimo trabalho 👏👏👏👏
Obrigada! 🥰
Es hermoso tu trabajo y cada detalle que pones en el , me encantaaa 💗
Muchas gracias por tus amables palabras! 🥰
😍😍😍😍😍
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PLEASE tell me the name of the melody playing 🫀
Sure! There’s 5 pieces in total:
*My Star’s First Guest (piano version)
*The Melody of Night
*My World
*Rainy Day Small Whim
*A Dream I Miss (Piano version)
The background music is nice isn’t it? 😊
@@azukibeanhobbies Thanks Dawg... Dope Build Up BTW🔥
Thank you! 😊
@@azukibeanhobbies BGM is nice!!
BGM 너무 좋네요
@@Wind_nature The composer is so talented! All of his/her songs makes me want to paint and make more miniatures 😍
A MI ME GUSTA TU TRABAJO, PERO ES QUE ERES PRKFESIONAL DE HACER MINIATURAS. TIENES HASTA LAMINAS DE ESCALAS........POR FAVOR !!!!!!!!!!!
Gracias por tu comentario. ¡Todavía soy un principiante e intentaré mejorar y aprender más con cada nuevo proyecto!