Both turned out fantastic! I love how you show us that amazing minis can be made from humble materials. Anyone can make minis, regardless of their budget. This is a wonderful realization. Last night I sat down with my jewelry supplies, some fake foliage, and other cheapie stuff and started creating and I was able to make lots of cute things that to my delight did NOT look like worthless junk at all! Yet the supplies cost very little. I had so much fun doing it. This is DEFINITELY the hobby for me, and I appreciate you for all you've taught me but also for the confidence boost. ❤ Thank you!
That is so awesome!!! I'm so glad you just went for it and started making things. It is so therapeutic to get lost in something and let time get away from you. You really can make miniatures with extremely humble supplies! You can make minis out of anything.
Fabulous as always. Every single time I watch one of your videos I have the same thought - I WISH you would write a book with step by step tutorials showing all these wonderful paint and effects ideas, colours etc - PLEASE??! I bet I'm not the only one who would buy it so that I could learn to paint.
Thank you for showing this little experiment.🥰 I think that each of these models has its use. For instance, if you're making a diorama of a "new" garden then the more expensive fountain would work best. However, if the objective is to have an abandoned garden, then the cheaper one would work better... because it's details make it look old and worn. 😊
I just saw a miniaturist from Japan make running water by dripping UV resin onto fishing line, then trimming it to size. I plan to play with that technique. Give it a shot, if you have the materials.
I just bought that cheap one from Temu and was planning to do the exact same thing! Awesome video I especially love how you show the different ways to achieve the effects thank you very much👏🏻👍🏻😃
Different and less expensive too! I used to feel making miniatures was for people in higher income brackets, but when you see someone take a cheap and a not cheap version of a thing and using different materials in different price ranges achieve magic in both, you suddenly realize that it doesn't have to cost a lot, and the chains fall away! I've been wanting to do a fountain. I will definitely try it now. I'm so excited after seeing this!
I love your styles and techniques so much. It's a bit of a coincidence you posted a video on fountains. I recently found a small basalt rock that looks like one of those columnar pillar basalt fountains and thought, "Shyra could turn this into something cool foe a garden mini." So, I giggled to myself when you posted this.
I'm very happy to have discovered your channel. In addition to the simple enjoyment of watching the process, I have also picked up a couple of tricks from you. Though I have a long history as a war gamer and DnD aficionado, those interests have a lot in common with dollhouse crafting. Peace.
These both turned out great but I have to say that having the right materials does make all the difference. I spotted that fountain on Temu, but decided to pass on it so it was good to hear that the detail was a little lacking. I am a big fan of UV resin too, it's soo easy to use and take things to that next level.
I think the trash plastic was a great substitute for resin. The flocking is the best hobby material of the three I used. It really makes a big difference. I love flocking.
Thank you so much! Make sure you check out Little Gretchen's Workshop. She is so good at doing that. She uses everyday items to make most of her minis.
So cool! And you make it look effortless 🤩 i always look forward to your tutorials because i know that the piece you're creating or improving is going to be completed in a way that takes away the apprehension and the "what if i mess it up" mental block that many of us have. Your tutorials are always helpful in my mini making and so many of the tips and tricks you've shared have been my "Ahhh ha" moment! Thank you for another knowledgeable and well put together tutorial!!
Wow! What a thoughtful comment! I really appreciate that. For me, Little Gretchen's Workshop makes me feel the way you described. I love how she just goes for it and fixes any mistakes that arise.
@@queencityminis I completely agree! Little Gretchens workshop is awesome and her laze' fare attitude about the whole mini process is freeing! So what if I mess it up, maybe that's just my disappointment that something didn't go the way I had planned it, but it actually turned out much better. And at the end of the day as long as I like what I did and it makes me happy, it doesn't matter if someone else thinks it's terrible. That's an opinion and there are sometimes less than nice intentions behind their opinion. There seems to be a very close-knit mini community with a handful of RUclips mini creators at the center, and I truly believe that the genuine nature and intent of said group is the draw. People want to be a part and connected to others who encourage, guide, and have a desire to help others discover the joy that the miniature world brings. Whether that joy comes from creating or watching and cheering someone on, it doesn't matter because what is important is the happiness that comes from just being part of and interacting with minis and those who love them! Keep on creating! 😉❤️
I agree! I wish I could find the video, but there's a miniaturist who lives in poverty who makes the most incredible 1:48 dioramas. He uses trash, paper, cardboard, found objects etc. This hobby is accessible to anyone.
Both of those fountains turned out great actually. It is nice to know I am not the only one who used what I have to make stuff. You have a great mini day Happy Holidays to you and yours
Really enjoyed this comparison! I don't think I would have half the mini making techniques I use as a newby if not for your channel. Think I'll add a stream of water to my sink! Thank you! 😍✨
They both turned out fabulous. I love the fact that you really don’t have to spend a lot of money to get a really great miniature piece. Thank you for sharing this aspect of your affordable and more expensive options.
Thank you for this great tutorial! I will be using it when my TEMU fountain arrives. I’m going to be adding this fountain to my new haunted house project for halloween this year. Have an awesome day 💐
Those came out Amazing..wish ik about the tp trick when I was filling the basin..the fibers I used turned yellow....but that hot glue trick might come in handy when I create a leak😊Thanks for sharing all the great tips 🥰
Oh damn! Are you making another basin? Apparently the toilet paper trick id popular among model railroad builders and people who make waterfalls etc I love the idea of a leak! Your dollhouse is my favorite dollhouse ever. It is so perfect. It's totally my style.
Merci beaucoup pour votre tutoriel ❤ J'ai acheté la fontaine sur temu le mois dernier, je l'ai repeinte aussi, je la croyais réussie, mais ça, c'était avant de voir les vôtres !!!😂 Allez, lundi, je recommence ma fontaine avec vos idées 😊. Encore merci, continuez vos vidéos, on adore !! Bisous de France 🗼
I really enjoyed the side by side comparison with purchased materials vs what you might have at home. They both look great, and it is awesome to see the options!
Love this as I just happen to have two of these, I have no idea if theyre cheap or expensive as I got them in an eBay bundle. I will be making them pretty as per your instructions because I want to use them in a diorama with horses so have an ornamental trough too so am thinking of putting one over the trough. The chances of 'weird camouflage' are high with my eyesight!🤪
Lovely. My Mom used to call these lavabos. Have u ever tried egg whites whipped w/ 2 step resin/hardner to create tiny real bubbles? Great for water features & rivers.
@@queencityminisU gotta try it. I like using it in river scenes along the banks & around rocks/logs where bubbles would naturally form. (Lovin ur channel , I'm hooked).
Do you have a certain kind of brushes you like or do you use any that you have? I just invested in a miniature paintbrush set, in a fancy zipper case and everything, but not sure if I’m being unnecessarily extra
Excellent tutorial! Thanks for sharing your gifts.
Thanks for watching!
Both turned out fantastic! I love how you show us that amazing minis can be made from humble materials. Anyone can make minis, regardless of their budget. This is a wonderful realization. Last night I sat down with my jewelry supplies, some fake foliage, and other cheapie stuff and started creating and I was able to make lots of cute things that to my delight did NOT look like worthless junk at all! Yet the supplies cost very little. I had so much fun doing it. This is DEFINITELY the hobby for me, and I appreciate you for all you've taught me but also for the confidence boost. ❤ Thank you!
That is so awesome!!! I'm so glad you just went for it and started making things. It is so therapeutic to get lost in something and let time get away from you. You really can make miniatures with extremely humble supplies! You can make minis out of anything.
What a cool comparison! They both really look great!
Thank you :)
Beautiful
Thank you 😊
Very very cool. They look so realistic.
Thank you very much!
Great video! I love how you show two different ways to make it. Please do more videos like this. 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸
Thank you! Will do!
CUTE! Both turned out so good! Love how they both turned out!
Me too! Thank you
Very cool! Thank you for showing both ways.
No problem 👍
Your voice is so soothing!
Thank you 😊
Love both of them. Thanks for sharing both techniques ❤
Thanks for watching!
I really appreciate the experimental aspects of your videos. Thank you for the honest advice
My pleasure! Thank you
This is nice to compare such techniques, thank you 🎉
You're welcome 😁
Fabulous as always. Every single time I watch one of your videos I have the same thought - I WISH you would write a book with step by step tutorials showing all these wonderful paint and effects ideas, colours etc - PLEASE??! I bet I'm not the only one who would buy it so that I could learn to paint.
Maybe one day! That sounds like a ton of work. Thank you!
Beautiful.
Thank you!
@@queencityminis Yw.
Once again you made it look so easy!
Thank you :) I appreciate it
These are sooo cute! They both came out so well...per usual I will patiently wait to see what you make them a part of!🤣🤗
Maybe someday! I hadn't thought to do that. I've never done an outdoor space in miniature.
Both looked fantastic! You have such talent and eye for detail. Could watch you work all day x
Thanks so much 😊
Thank you for showing this little experiment.🥰 I think that each of these models has its use. For instance, if you're making a diorama of a "new" garden then the more expensive fountain would work best. However, if the objective is to have an abandoned garden, then the cheaper one would work better... because it's details make it look old and worn. 😊
That's very true! It looks like the details of the face have worn away over time from wind and rain.
You are my hero! I needed water both in a birdbath and a fountain and now I know how to do it. Thak you for this fabulous video.
I just saw a miniaturist from Japan make running water by dripping UV resin onto fishing line, then trimming it to size. I plan to play with that technique. Give it a shot, if you have the materials.
Wowsers! They both turned out great! ❤
Thanks!
Those both turned out great!
I appreciate it 😊
Really loved this if you wanted your herbs greener you could add green food coloring it will give you that flock green . Just a suggestion 💕💕💕
Thanks for the tip! I added acrylic paint and it looked insane, so I scrapped that idea. I kinda wish I had shown that in the video.
I have several of these from Temu so this is super helpful!
I'm so glad!
I have it too . Thank for this tutorials .now I can made it useful .
They both look great. Thanks for showing us the comparison in products used. I love the hot glue "water" trick.
You are so welcome! Hot glue is so versatile.
What can I say but you are awesome!!!!❤❤❤❤
I appreciate that 🙏
I just bought that cheap one from Temu and was planning to do the exact same thing! Awesome video I especially love how you show the different ways to achieve the effects thank you very much👏🏻👍🏻😃
Different and less expensive too! I used to feel making miniatures was for people in higher income brackets, but when you see someone take a cheap and a not cheap version of a thing and using different materials in different price ranges achieve magic in both, you suddenly realize that it doesn't have to cost a lot, and the chains fall away! I've been wanting to do a fountain. I will definitely try it now. I'm so excited after seeing this!
Me too! I actually got it from Temu after watching QCM‘s haul where it was featured 😂
Glad it was helpful! I was thinking of doing a faux marble look at one point, but I like how the stone turned out.
I love your styles and techniques so much. It's a bit of a coincidence you posted a video on fountains. I recently found a small basalt rock that looks like one of those columnar pillar basalt fountains and thought, "Shyra could turn this into something cool foe a garden mini."
So, I giggled to myself when you posted this.
That sounds so cool! I hope you kept that rock. You could turn it into something. Grab your hot glue and flocking.
Wonderful artisan. Thank you. Reminds me of LOTR. It’s time. Lol
Now I can't unsee it 😆
Genius. More of these side by side tutorials, please.🙌🏽🙌🏽❤
Cool! I'll do that. Thank you
I'm very happy to have discovered your channel. In addition to the simple enjoyment of watching the process, I have also picked up a couple of tricks from you. Though I have a long history as a war gamer and DnD aficionado, those interests have a lot in common with dollhouse crafting. Peace.
That's awesome! I watch people make tabletop gaming miniatures, even though I've never played.
So good! Thank you 🤍
My pleasure 😊
Love them both!
I'm happy with how they both turned out, although I did add flocking to the Temu fountain. I just had to lol
@@queencityminis Younwouldnt have been satisfied if you didn’t so I’m glad you did!
These both turned out great but I have to say that having the right materials does make all the difference. I spotted that fountain on Temu, but decided to pass on it so it was good to hear that the detail was a little lacking. I am a big fan of UV resin too, it's soo easy to use and take things to that next level.
I think the trash plastic was a great substitute for resin. The flocking is the best hobby material of the three I used. It really makes a big difference. I love flocking.
I love that you showed both versions
Thank you 😊
You are amazing! Both of these fountains look great! You always have such good ideas, thank you so much for sharing them!
You are so welcome!
Both look great. 💖
Thank you! 😊
Love how you showed the contrast between the two fountains! And they're both good options, even the budget one!
I agree! The flocking makes a huge difference though. It's worth the investment, if you make minis or models.
Both of them turned out very nice!
Thank you :)
I love how these turned out. You have such amazong skill with minatures.
Thank you :)
After the improvements, they are equally nice. I'll order the Temu fountain since the scale is most fitting. Thanks for sharing.👍
You're welcome 😁 I do think the end result is very similar, even though I like the face of the larger fountain.
As I was watching this I realized that my jaw had dropped... I love your tutorials, you make everything so approachable! Thank you.
You are so welcome! Thank you!
OMG you are amazing great video 👌 thank you for sharing 🏠
You are so welcome!
I’m so happy that I found your channel, your minis always inspire me, especially all the details that can change a regular mini to an amazing one!
Thank you so much! Make sure you check out Little Gretchen's Workshop. She is so good at doing that. She uses everyday items to make most of her minis.
So cool! And you make it look effortless 🤩 i always look forward to your tutorials because i know that the piece you're creating or improving is going to be completed in a way that takes away the apprehension and the "what if i mess it up" mental block that many of us have. Your tutorials are always helpful in my mini making and so many of the tips and tricks you've shared have been my "Ahhh ha" moment! Thank you for another knowledgeable and well put together tutorial!!
Wow! What a thoughtful comment! I really appreciate that.
For me, Little Gretchen's Workshop makes me feel the way you described. I love how she just goes for it and fixes any mistakes that arise.
@@queencityminis I completely agree! Little Gretchens workshop is awesome and her laze' fare attitude about the whole mini process is freeing! So what if I mess it up, maybe that's just my disappointment that something didn't go the way I had planned it, but it actually turned out much better. And at the end of the day as long as I like what I did and it makes me happy, it doesn't matter if someone else thinks it's terrible. That's an opinion and there are sometimes less than nice intentions behind their opinion. There seems to be a very close-knit mini community with a handful of RUclips mini creators at the center, and I truly believe that the genuine nature and intent of said group is the draw. People want to be a part and connected to others who encourage, guide, and have a desire to help others discover the joy that the miniature world brings. Whether that joy comes from creating or watching and cheering someone on, it doesn't matter because what is important is the happiness that comes from just being part of and interacting with minis and those who love them! Keep on creating! 😉❤️
Good to see miniatures can be done on a tight budget and still look great.
I agree! I wish I could find the video, but there's a miniaturist who lives in poverty who makes the most incredible 1:48 dioramas. He uses trash, paper, cardboard, found objects etc. This hobby is accessible to anyone.
These turned out fantastic! You always manage to add small details that make such a big difference. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much! 😊
Both of those fountains turned out great actually. It is nice to know I am not the only one who used what I have to make stuff. You have a great mini day Happy Holidays to you and yours
I think it's best to use what you have, otherwise you end up accumulating a lot of stuff!
Great information
Glad it was helpful!
This is such a fantastic idea for a video. So satisfying to watch and of course I love your results ❤
Thank you so much!!
Really enjoyed this comparison! I don't think I would have half the mini making techniques I use as a newby if not for your channel. Think I'll add a stream of water to my sink! Thank you! 😍✨
You're so welcome! Have fun 😁
They both turned out fabulous. I love the fact that you really don’t have to spend a lot of money to get a really great miniature piece. Thank you for sharing this aspect of your affordable and more expensive options.
Thanks so much! 😊 Paint does wonders, and paint is cheap. Hot glue is a crafter's bestie.
@@queencityminis thanks for the tips.
Thank you for this great tutorial! I will be using it when my TEMU fountain arrives. I’m going to be adding this fountain to my new haunted house project for halloween this year. Have an awesome day 💐
You could have a bobbing eyeball in your fountain, maybe 2.
That sounds awesome! Maybe you can put spiderwebs on it.
Both awesome ideas!!
Both are wonderful! You are so talented and also facilitate your demonstrations so well! You make everything seem “doable!” Thanks much, Kathleen
Thank you so much!
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Thank you 😊
Those came out Amazing..wish ik about the tp trick when I was filling the basin..the fibers I used turned yellow....but that hot glue trick might come in handy when I create a leak😊Thanks for sharing all the great tips 🥰
Oh damn! Are you making another basin?
Apparently the toilet paper trick id popular among model railroad builders and people who make waterfalls etc
I love the idea of a leak! Your dollhouse is my favorite dollhouse ever. It is so perfect. It's totally my style.
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Merci beaucoup pour votre tutoriel ❤ J'ai acheté la fontaine sur temu le mois dernier, je l'ai repeinte aussi, je la croyais réussie, mais ça, c'était avant de voir les vôtres !!!😂 Allez, lundi, je recommence ma fontaine avec vos idées 😊.
Encore merci, continuez vos vidéos, on adore !!
Bisous de France 🗼
That's so great to hear! I hope you have a lot of fun. If you make a mistake, just paint over it and keep going.
I really enjoyed the side by side comparison with purchased materials vs what you might have at home. They both look great, and it is awesome to see the options!
I'm glad you enjoyed it :)
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Thank you :)
Love this as I just happen to have two of these, I have no idea if theyre cheap or expensive as I got them in an eBay bundle. I will be making them pretty as per your instructions because I want to use them in a diorama with horses so have an ornamental trough too so am thinking of putting one over the trough. The chances of 'weird camouflage' are high with my eyesight!🤪
That sounds like a great project! Have fun 😊
Lovely. My Mom used to call these lavabos. Have u ever tried egg whites whipped w/ 2 step resin/hardner to create tiny real bubbles? Great for water features & rivers.
Wow! That's very interesting. I've never heard of mixing egg whites and resin.
@@queencityminisU gotta try it. I like using it in river scenes along the banks & around rocks/logs where bubbles would naturally form. (Lovin ur channel , I'm hooked).
Do you have a certain kind of brushes you like or do you use any that you have? I just invested in a miniature paintbrush set, in a fancy zipper case and everything, but not sure if I’m being unnecessarily extra
I use a lot of cheap brushes, but I can tell the difference between my super cheap ones and mid-grade ones.
Any recs on what brand to get of the flocking? I can’t seem to figure out. Many seem to be for nail art..
I got mine at a hobby store. The brand is Woodland Scenics, but you can find others. Online, search for "flocking for miniatures."
What are the exact colors used here?
I'm not sure about the green since I believe I mixed a few different tones. The beige color is unbleached titanium.