Casting our Alligator's Foot Part 2! (The Final Product)
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- In today's video we explain why we made a cast of our alligator's foot by showing the final product! They turned out AWESOME! I just love glow-in-the-dark stuff :D
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Resin in general is expensive, buuuut there's a type of resin called Art Resin that Peter Brown uses on his TH-cam channel. He says that its alot more affordable, less smelly, and pretty clear .
Yessss, he's so good at that
I was going to suggest the same thing XD
But is it safe for animals?
Sorry I am not an expert on resin.
@@NotMonkeyingAround you wouldn't use the resin on the animal! The resin gets put inside of the silicone cast they made. No contact with the animal at all
A cast of Rex's foot would be something to bring to programs, too. You can let people pass it around to see the feet up close. Also, you can cast a bunch and make small shelves or hooks. Air plants on alligator feet hooks would be awesome.
You can have her feet cast in brass and use them as door handles for your new facility!
If not door handle, have them as displays so people can “shake hands” with Rex 😊
that would be cute
That’s such an awesome idea.
BEST IDEA.
Like so Snake Discovery can see!
THIS IS SOOO COOL
Thanks for the shout out, you guys! Fantastic job with the molding and casting. =D
:0 hi
That was a cool move if you make another video made me go do something
Hello
Hi ...
Sooo... anyone else think Arts and Crafts with Emily should be a series? She could teach us how to make reptile-related crafts!
Morgan Gobin I suggest arts and crafts with Ed
Ed and Em
YeS
Yes that would be great!
*GASP* YES, yes to this completely omg!!!
She sat still!
*Everyone at home: Yay!*
For about two minutes...
*Everyone: Oh*
I think being able to buy Rex’s foot, or any other critter would be really cool for the zoo. Especially for lil kids who can “take part of the zoo” home with them, could even include a info page about the animal with the body part. And you could charge a lil extra since we know you’re putting the money towards the animals and we all love seeing them happy.
Even tho this was a year ago first lol
Emily: Educates over a million people about reptiles
Also Emily: Lets do blue blue
:)
4:10 I’m getting flashbacks to that trend where people put rubber bands on a watermelon to make it explode. Anyone remember that?
Fizzy Potato I've always wanted to do that, and eat the Mellon afterword of course.
@@thedragonknightlord2732 Just put it in a clean container so you catch most! Other than that it's super fun to do lol
mr beast?
Omg same!
I actually did that this year with some of my students at an elementary school. Except we used a pumpkin because it was Halloween. It was super fun! Beware of the occasional snap from breaking bands though Haha that hurts and leaves welts.
I really love how both you AND Ed are so excited about these projects.
I thought you would put it as a touching feature in the zoo. Like how a alligator foot feels like next to rex’s new home. Or sell in zoo store.
It would probably be ripped up I would put it in a glass box.
Both are great ideas!
alexlikesallthegamez then it wouldn’t be interactive having kids feel the scale pattern. Snake Discovery can replace it time to time. It won’t break easy resin is pretty hard material after all.
Colorless Canvas I would buy one. Emily and Ed should figure out their cost, do a mark up, add taxes if needed, then sell them. I would love to have Rex’s foot on my shelf of cool bric a brac. 🤣
Maybe a healthy alligator vs Rexy to show the size and health difference
The cast was so detailed, it looked 3D printed!! Exquisite detail!
I just love the fact that they just put a living real alligator into goo for 8 minutes and it was chill.
well rex is a good girl... sometimes lol
Ellie Douglas LMAO. Glad you added that sometimes though I think Rex’ patience is rare for an alligator.
Rex spent 30 odd years living in a box where she couldn't even turn around. It then took Emily 6 months to rescue her. So, I'd say shes pretty used to being 'chill', but it's actually sad.
Angel Yes it is sad. I’m glad she is with Emily and Ed now living the best life ever. I can’t imagine how her previous owner who Emily said did care about Rex could be so simply minded to think a small box, no water to swim in, and only fed once every two weeks for 27 freaken years met even the most basic needs of an alligator. It does help to see her life now.
Ya imagine someone came over and just put your foot in some goo. You’d probably be freaked out but I don’t know about you but I would
"it's this really cool fish, actually, and it's been died" Emily 2020
Lana Perrell dyed
Fish???
@@mariliaishida1680 n Lana is right it’s died
@@chasegalloway9919
No.
It is dyed.
It's diaphonised.
Chemicals are used to make the soft tissues clear, and color the skeleton.
@@-Ghostess ye ur right I’m just stupid
Hey, great project! Fyi, resin can actually be really dangerous. I would recommend using gloves and having a lot of ventilation. The fumes don't always have a strong smell but can still be harmful. If you plan to use resin a lot, you might want to invest in a respirator suitable for fumes. Also, try out using glitters and mica powders and stuff! You can also embed things like dried flowers and leaves. Or maybe Rex teeth!
Tremolo just hope she sees this
Yeah proper safety measures are really important, this stuff can be fairly damaging over time
Gloves and proper eye protection at the very, very least with open windows. For the mica powders you can start off by using inexpensive eyeshadows. It’s a cost effective way to get your foot wet in a craft like this without breaking the bank.
@@juliereis146 mica powder can be really cheap from Amazon
Yea, was thinking that. I'm a soldering technician and we use a black epoxy on some of our microchips in the main boards we make and we have to wear gloves while we use it and we are warned to immediately go wash it off if we get any on ourselves.
I wonder if curing them in a pressure pot would take care of the air bubbles. Just thinking of what Rybonator does with his D&D dice.
You and wonder in similar chunks of the internet Alicia
Celtic Wolf4 What are you even trying to say? “You and wonder in similar chunks of the internet.” That legitimately makes no sense.
I was just saying that we watch at least 2 of the same youtubers.
Yeah Evan and Kaitlyn on TH-cam there channel do that and they says it takes care of all of their bubbles they do a lot of resin on their channel
@@aliciatilley7524 They meant "you and I wander in similar chunks of the Internet, Alicia." That's what my brain saw, at least!
I say find someone to help you 3D print them. Could scan the original cast and have more control over colors, too.
May Jean depending on the printer, color, etc. it may be cheaper
@@dakotajordyn5541 exactly. And maybe even make little keychains or something since they could change the size, too.
Imagine little Rex Earrings, Paperweights, Nightlights etc!! 😍😍👌👌🐊🐊
@@argentavis_flight mister massive legend says keychains are bad
bullshit*
The glow in the dark one would make awesome halloween decorations!
Had an anxiety attack in class so I’m down watching this in the main office. Thanks for being super duper calming to watch :))
Babey Praying for your anxiety to ease. My daughter has anxiety attacks and has found going for a walk with someone that understands helps more than other things she has tried. She also attends a group meeting with others suffering from Anxiety. Talking it out with others going through it, really helps. They share what helps and how to avoid triggers. People who don’t go through this have no idea how awful and scary an anxiety attack can be. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dee Marie Dubois you’re so overwhelmingly sweet :)) it’s nice to see that people care
Try heroin... You won't feel anything.
Scott Fisher Are you serious????
Scott Fisher that’s a no from me chief
I love seeing you and Ed playing with the colors and glow-in-the-dark powders!
I’m only five minutes in, but seeing the color resin and the solid mold is giving me flashbacks to Dollightful’s channel
Edit: It went fine, very very happy
I love Dollightful! She doesn't use resin too often though
Eyy! I found dollightful fans!
wwwoooowww another Dollightful fan (I can see how you would think that)
I watch her too!
And young
Oh my god, same. Seeing Emily pull out the colored resin triggered PTSD flashbacks from the Xerneas video
Ed usually you use a pressure pot with resin to kind of squash the bubbles. Usually the resin won't have a long enough open-time to really de-gas with a vacuum. With the pressure pot the bubbles get squashed as soon as you apply pressure.
when they pulled the green one out, I was like "awww wouldn't it be cool if it were glow in the dark? It seems like Ed is the kind of guy that would surprise her with that." and then...
;T
Rex is a doge and I love her so much, thank you for helping her have a better life, I honestly can't thank you enough!
Pounding the mold on the table after small pours would also help get the resin into the crevices and release some air bubbles too.
“We can make glow in the dark feet??!”
Rex is such a good sport!
Here's some other uses I can think of for the final cast:
-hat/bag hanger
-ring holder
- glue it to a stick for a back scratcher
Having it as a ring holder would be so hardcore!!
You should definitely use these in your programs!
The most anticipated sequel of 2020!
Ok. Some helpful pointers that others may already have made: 1. Fumes are a thing. Be safe. Look at maybe a respirator or something. 2. C clamps will work easier than a bunch of rubber bands to hold the mold together. 3. Use the formula you can find online to add the right about of glow in the dark powder and stir in slowly. This can help with using to much which can cause the uneven dispersal of powder. And 4. If you do end up make more casts and expand this cool project think about getting one of those pressure pots (or vacuum- might have to research which would work better for your needs). These are just ideas to help you make this a bit easier. No worries and love the foot!!! 🐍🦎🐊 Also look at Peter Brown and other resin channels for tips, tricks, and other inspirations. Keep up the awesome work!
Ooh! You can drill a little hole at the base of these and insert a LED light, and it'll be a cool night lamp!!
Okay, those glow in the dark ones are so cool lol. A little glow in the dark Rex foot would be such a cool idea to somehow make into like a nightlight or something like that lol. Such an awesome little gift idea, guys! 🐊💚🐊💚
I hope they sell these in her gift shop😁
I was thinking same thing
@@Crimson-1997 I know get her footprint in your favorite color and a card with her background story
Ashley Clutinger I said the same thing on another comment. Figure out their costs, do their labor mark up, add taxes if needed, then sale them. I want one in green hopefully the glow in the dark.
@@deemariedubois4916 me too my daughter wants it pink. It would be awesome
Yep, or sort of do a "fundraising" effort and produce them to help with starting up the Zoo. Could even make a Snake Discovery supporter package and have a wall with all the member names, etc. I think Emily and Ed have made such a positive impact in the reptile keeping community there would be no shortage of people willing to help and support them in the effort... and get cool swag too? Bonus!
Bill Doran is amazing, I've been subscribed to him for years. Seriously, if you are interested in prop making AT ALL you have to watch his videos. They're not only extremely helpful, but they're entertaining and he's clearly very passionate about what he does.
“Just pretend Rex’s foot is right here.”
“Want to go get here?”
“No we’re not getting her for this.”
My brain cells talking to each other
Mystic Sinner oh my gosh my brain does that too. Always having a mental conversation with itself. Brainconvo.
Emily, I have an AMAZING IDEA!!
You can put the cast in your new facility!
I bet that would be _quite_ a sight!
"It's not as straight as I wanted."
My parents @ me aylmao
But I'm sure you are perfect just as you are!
Melissa Flatwear & Fire im pretty sure that they meant their sexuality
@@cassiesnuts😊 I knew what they meant.
Omg ..Same 🤣
???????
My best friend just left for college and watching your videos is the only thing I can do to distract myself right now. Thank you so much
I'm loving how much more confident Ed seems to be getting on camera ^-^ Also please use a ventilation mask when mixing and pouring resin, the fumes are dangerous! x
Imagine fighting with these:
“It’s over Emily, I have the high ground!”
GregoryMany "You underestimate my gator!"
What'd you do this weekend?
Oh, not much, just made a glowing replica of my alligators foot...
Emily: this video is taking a long time to film 😐
Ed: yah
Me: ( checks the time) it had only been nine minutes 😂😂
Great editing btw 😁😁❤️
It took fricking 24 hrs to do this
Imagine your friend comes over and just sees you holding your alligators foot in a cast liquid thing 🤣
I love their relationship it's so adorable! ♥️
I can't wait till I can go to your facility when it's finished
Would love to visit them as well one day 💟
Alfie Strong I live in Georgia but my husband and I love a road trip. We will definitely be driving north to see Ed and Emily’s place when up and running.
Gosh I thought she was dead when I saw the title for some reason.
*The panic.*
Rex's foot looks like a dinosaur foot, Well I'm not surprised! Love reptiles.
Her foot*
@@strawberrycoolatta I just edited it.
Can we all just appreciate how beautiful recess scails are
You should sell some of these at the reptile zoo gift shop
Dont say that she loves her pets
Aaron Edie ???
Emily and Ed remember the House you bought? You can sell Rex Feet Merchandise there! I bet everyone would love them
Instead of gifts, sell them as merch! My daughter would love a rex foot night light.
😆😅😂🤣
Mine too!
I might be wrong, but I don’t suggest using a vacuum. Use a pressure pot. Vacuums cause the resin to over flow. Pressure pots minimize the bubbles through pressure. Vacuums suck up the bubbles and makes the resin flow out. But this is incredible. The detail in that foot is absolutely beautiful.
Do a update on the building site/renovation please
I WAS COMPLETELY MIND BLOWN 🤯 WHEN I SAW REX’S FOOT
Hey Emily hey Edd you are an awsome channel and even though I'm not allowed yo have a snake or a lizard you make me feel like I do keep doing what you do best
Same.
Oh please please ! I am happy to be recruited in helping make these for you guys lol this is so cool. Rex is too big of a legend. How cool
Ayy, was wondering when this series would finish up
I wanna know too
Yeah, rather than patreon gifts, I figured you were making them to put in a gift shop at your new zoo and education center. Actually, making Rex foot LED lamps would be kinda nifty. I'm sure kids would love them.
The wording sounds like a move “THE FINAL PRODUCT” lol
You can use power tools or um, personal massagers pressed up against the mold to encourage the mold to fill all the way and the air bubbles to rise out.
Sell them in the new store along with jewelry and stuff. Have a reptile appreciation department.
The cast came out really good! You guys did a great job! Also, Bill Doran is awesome, I love his informative videos!
You should talk to nerdie crafter. The master of resin making crafts😁
Long live the salt
You guys are having way too much fun with this. It wasn't entirely fun for Rex, but I like the idea of using molded Rex-feet as door pulls.
They are sooo cool! Especially the glow in the dark one. I really want one! Its soo coool! I am a patreon but not top tier so probably will never be able to own one but i would really love that. (I also really want a rex tooth necklace!
Oh btw! You should use/build a pressure pot to cure the resin in and then your resin will be completely airbubble free! Dont use a vacuum chamber, the resin will explode everywhere. Look on rybonator's channel for tips on what to use and how to build one!
TH-camr's like Peter Brown who cast stuff in resin often put the filled mold into either a vacuum chamber or a pressure chamber to eliminate bubbles. And I'm pretty sure they buy resin in bulk somehow.
Best tips for resin castings I can give (if you plan to make more for yourself) is to get a vacuum chamber to remove the air bubbles from the resin before you pour, then maybe some kind of miniature vibration plate for while you pour to encourage the resin into all the little crevices
Pressure pot works just as well while being easier to work with and cheaper
you could totally make a business card holder out of that for your convention tables and front desk at your building.
Oof, yall should have used gloves. I mess with resin alot n i still end up with chemical burns on my fingers.
Yeah my dad and my mom made this boat and my dad still has some of the side effects
They should also be using respirators and do it in a ventilated area. This could be harmful to their animals if they don't do it in a ventilated area
these would make a cool lamp/nightlight tbh, i'd buy it!!! no need to fear the dark when you have rex's glowing foot protecting you
If you can make a clear mold, you can use uv gel instead of resin and it'll be an easier and cheaper process once you have all of the tools
Maybe an idea: put them in your merch and sell them or something, because I don’t have the money to be a patron for you guys, but I would definitely love to buy one of those off of you guys
I’m so early Rex is still being called a male...
Anny Lynn no she isn’t getting called a male
XD
@@levicoombe2044 you hear that? That's the sound of the joke flying over your head.
.w.
@@levicoombe2044 r/woooosh
Whenever the pandemic disappears, you should bring a resin cast to the programs with you! I bet kids would love getting to hold an alligator foot
Literally just watching story time with Rex when this popped up.
:p so
I had a skool presentation that we got to pick a animal to talk about, I chose western Hognose snake. That happen about a week ago. I now have the nick name of “the animal obsessed person” and “ this dude is crazy about snakes” all thanks to you lmao
You need one for the zoo and do a "shake paw with Rex" station
I had the same resin and mine never quite hardened. I' glad you guys had better luck with it! So cool!
Rex is amazing, we should protect her with our lives 🙃
*her
I dropped my taco I just realised my mistake 😂 It’s the name 😂
True, there weren't many reptiles but its awesome to do crafts like this that are reptile related. Gives ya more stuff for the future. I know I would love to see other stuff like this :D
When I saw the thumbnail I thought she cut of Rex’s foot! XD
( I hadn’t seen part 1 )
My 7 year old dragon loving (as well as crocs, alligators, and snakes) daughter keeps pointing at the screen and excitedly yelling, "where can I get that?!" So safe to say she is impressed.
That’s soo cool! I love your channel and I always look forward to seeing new uploads!
So one thing with resin... Don't use a vacuum! Pressure pots work a lot better. The vacuum basically pulls out the bubbles AND the resin, making a big mess. The pressure pots makes the air bubbles so tiny that they're practically invisible, and it doesn't make a mess.
This reminds me of trying to get a cute footprint from my babies. It took forever and was an absolutely miserable experience
Sounds like it would have been funny to watch lol
Still thats an awesome decoration for your home! Or your future zoo! Very cool idea!
Ooooohhhhh my stars.... I’d love a pink glow in the dark one lmao... Ya need to start selling them!! lol xxx
This kind of thing would be a great tool at the zoo for the school groups. You could also do casts of different snake eggs (from the slugs)! Resin is a great tool that way. I'm sure you could think of a bunch of things to cast or preserve in resin once you get more used to using it.
Yeah...when I buy resin, it can cost, wha...(tries to remember what it was last time I went)...$20? I try to go for big boxes so I don't have to go as often. I need to find a more cost-effective way to do that. BTW, what kind of silicon/silicone did you use for this and where'd you get it? I'd love to try to do this myself! (Not necessarily the Step 1 you did with Rex, but the "make a mold and fill it" thing.)
I know it is an older video but having rexes claw as a 3d scan or something to 3d print it would also be a cool idea, either as merch or gifts for backers. 3D Printing is also pretty cheap in bulk.
Use them as an interactive bit at your zoo place so kids can see how an actual foot would be like.
I recommend mixing the color in after you've mixed the resin and hardener. Mixing it in beforehand can effect how the resin cures. Mixing slower and dunking your resin into a warm bath before pouring can reduce bubbles (warmth makes it less viscous).
Thats so fascinating! I love how you can see all the tiiiny details in Rex's foot, and the glow in the dark on is so cool!
I love glow in the dark things they look magical
imagine making a little incision through the feet where the long blue resin thing was and putting a battery led light omg that would be so cool i just remember being fascinated by these stuff omg at the end she did it
If you have a back massager or Something that vibrates, you can hold that against the wooden slats as the resin is hardening/setting and that will encourage any air bubble to the surface and out of the final product. What a cool project:)
Also, if you ever decide to do a 24/7 Rex cam that people can subscribe to, I would totally pay $5 -10 per month for that
*instantly becomes patreon backer*
I WANT
yeah the light was an idea that I thought for the casts too as they so pretty especially since they're not opaque (see-through)
Tip from someone who uses resin a lot. Stir very slowly next time and when the resin and harder are mixed, set the container in a water bath of very hot water for about 5-10 minutes. That gets rid of every single bubble. Just make sure water doesn't get into the cup