My 2023 Goals and Thoughts on these Comments!😬
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- I can't wait to check back in a year and see how many of these GOALS I actually completed!
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I just wanted to say thank you for all the amazing comments you all have left here!💖💖💖 This video got more comments than I am used too and I am unable to reply to all of them. But reading them as they came in made me smile and gave me so much encouragement! I can't wait to look back on this video at the end of 2023!
Your site is not only loaded with fantastic tips and inspiring projects, but your teaching methods are top notch. You are so generous with your knowledge! I can't think of ANY hobby site that can compare to your excellent channel. And don't let anybody say otherwise!
Can you tell me what museum your Addams Family house is at?
I am watching this February 2024. I can not say how much joy and help your videos give me. I work on my dolls house as therapy and it helps so much to do a tiny bit at a time because that's all I can do. I have only recently found your videos and I am so glad I have. Thank you
@@jackiejenner446Dear Jackie, I totally agree with your comment. I'm going through some bad stuff at the moment and watching Ara's videos really helps me so much. It makes me very sad and angry that anyone would leave hateful comments for her to read when all Ara is doing is helping other people. I'm making a Book Nook at the moment and I probably wouldn't have done it if it wasn't for Ara's help. Take care of yourself sweetie, love from Amanda Jones in Australia
Art is never a waste of time. Never! You are totally correct. Hate Trolls are just miserable people and making hate comments is their moments of joy I guess. But best to ignore them. I love all of your work and you have taught me so much more about miniature making than anyone else. And I love that you use regular affordable materials as folks like me can't afford the pricey minis that are on the market. Thank you soooo much for everything you share! L💜VE you and your videos!!
Thank you my friend💖💖 I agree completely! Art is such a soul fulfilling thing in my life and it saddens me that some people may have never felt that (in art or otherwise). After the Captains Quarters I want to do more with another cardboard project! I am so excited for it because so many people were able to participate and stretch their creativity during the last one!
@@BentleyHouseMinis I can't wait! 💜💜💜
Their hate probably originates in jealousy!
@@dorismccueart This was the first thing that popped into my mind that I was going to say. Jealousy and Envy are such a waste of time. I know it can be hard to have thick skin, but seriously, you cannot make everyone happy. It it shameful that people do not get the concept that when you don't have something nice to say, let's all say it together.... don't say nothing at all. You know your worth in all your projects Ara and that is all that counts in the end. Good Luck in 2023 ~ Peace and God Bless to All ~
People who don't actually do anything and don't realize the side things that come into play. If you ever see a comment by me that looks somewhat like a bad comment it's definitely sarcasm! Sarcasm does not come off in text. I'm amazed at all you do!!!
I am 66 years old as of this typing and I am STILL confounded by human behavior. That ANYONE could find fault to the point of cruel criticism with ANY of your video presentations is dumbfounding. You are talented, you are creative, you are funny, you are genuine, you are warm, you are engaging, you are informative, you are inventive and you are really nice to look at. And that, last one, dear heart, is coming for an old queen with great judgement and zero ulterior motive. Beauty and talent, inside and out. Thank you for what you do. You have inspired me more times than I can account for here. If your 11 years of labor and love on that project were a waste of time, then living and leaning and life itself is too.
Sending love and appreciation,
Scott
Many of them are this new generation of children deom homes terrible parenting. The internet is what raised them and the parents just give give give teaching them zero about hard work and respect.
I have discovered this after raising my children for 13 years hands on verses the 60 hr work week parent. Notice i aaid parent without the s because even that has gone out the window these days so the coming generation will be even worse unleas something likw morals come back.
Agreed! You said what I was thinking. But putting it in a comment, you said it much better, and far fewer words than I ever could. Well done - Very well done! =)
Your great! Your stuff is great! But I’ve got this poster I got from a comic con which says “having fun isn’t a waste of time” as I’m sure there plenty of people that spend allot of time making me included and the results are crap compared to your masterpiece but we all do it because we enjoy it… so I just wanted to mention that as sometimes people loose sight of the process and base everything on the result…but like I’ve said your results of out of this world! But even if they weren’t what’s the problem?
Well, well, well. What do we have here? Chatting up another creative woman behind my back? You never told me about her when we talk about art.
I've entered a whole new world here and I am intrigued. I've already subscribed to Bentley and a few others. We have new things to talk about when I get home. Love you, Scott!
@@JillMcKeeverArtStudio BUSTED!!!! Caught me in 'bed' with ARA!!!!! Ara, Jill, Jill, Ara. You two are the most talented ladies I have cyberly met and I LOVE LOVE LOVE that you can see each other's work. You both inspire me with your craft, your talent and your precious selves. XOXOOXOXOXOX
I found your channel because of that Addams Family video. I kept watching because I was having pregnancy insomnia. Your voice was so soothing and I was enjoying your crafting. I was crafting vicariously through you, lol. In the beginning I didn’t really get the miniature thing. Then I saw your abandoned coffee house story. That made me cry and I really understood how miniatures can be art. Even though I don’t do minis right now, your channel has made me stop questioning whether my own crafting is a waste of time.
Thank you!
Thank you for watching and I am so glad you enjoyed the story of that project. It still has such a special place in my heart! When I was pregnant with my first child I got physically ill at the thought of working on miniatures😳 It's wild during that time! I am so glad you are going to get back to your crafting without worrying its a waste! That makes this whole video worth it💖
That is my favorite video. I really love that Ara shares that part of her process bc I always make up stories about stuff I do too.
Yeah, that video is also how I found this channel. Ara, you are a badass! My theory is most trolls are jealous, bitter, boring people who need to ridicule others to feel good about something they did. I bet it doesn't really work. I bet they hate themselves for it.
There are alot of people that don't understand the whole miniature dollhouse thing about building, decorating, and the whole calming effect that miniature dollhouses bring. Keep it up. Your videos has helped me so much with my own dollhouse. Thank you.
I'm convinced most of the haters are people who throw tantrums if they have to wait more than 30 seconds for their latte at Starbucks.
You don‘t have to defend your creating process to anyone, Ara. You‘ve accomplished and gained far more through your projects and your channel than any detractor ever could. They wasted their time and effort with their unnecessary comments, while you worked on something that‘s now in a freaking museum, being appreciated by others as a work of art. Just keep doing your thing the way you always do. Your fans will always appreciate the journey.
I am 72 years old. I started working with miniatures before my 3rd daughter was born. She is over 40 now. I still love the creative process. Thanks for sharing your incredible talents.
Art is never a waste of time if it’s what you love!
Life is short and hard and then it’s over. Anything you do that brings you joy and hurts no one is NEVER a waste of time!! If you hadn’t made that 11 year video, I might not have found you 😥. I have chronic pain and some days are so hard, your videos always help me escape to a happy head space and I thank you for that 💚
I like to think the haters picture Ara bent over a dollhouse in a dark room for 11 years and didn’t come out until it was finished. 😅 Ignore the haters, Ara!
Edit: I forgot to name my goal for 2023! My goal is to complete my first miniature room. I guess I’ll be back in a year to update everyone on my progress. Wish me luck!
😄😄 I should do one of those "what people think I do" vs. "what I actually do" videos lol!! Thank you Joshua!
I am 60 and I would totally love this doll house. I love the Addam's family, grew up watching it. This is a very therapeutic hobby. I love it when you add other rooms. You totally amaze me. Ignore the negative comments.
Good luck!!
My favorite are the ones saying "Why waste that time when you could just go buy it?"
They'd just be buying one from someone ELSE who had spent all that time making it.
Good luck….. when I was younger I usually finished a project in 1-2 Years. Now, many years later I just putter. 2 houses in the works and 2 room boxes. I keep saying I can’t start anything else until I finish what I started! Lol
You know, in my opinion, videos and pictures don’t do the Adams Family house justice. I live in Tucson, AZ and have had the privilege of seeing this masterpiece in person. It’s MASSIVE and just amazing. That build was a passion not a hobby or waste of time. Haters gonna hate. You are an artist Ara.
I will for ever be grateful for your Cardboard series. It opened up the whole world of making miniatures for me and my daughter and I have made lovely memories together working on her dollhouse together.
Not only does your art bring joy to yourself but you take the time they share it with others- what a blessing!
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I started a hand stitched baby quilt when I was pregnant.... life... growing child... and other stuff.... she finally got a quilt when she was 11. Worth every minute and every penny. Every stitch helped me deal with life. Last January I found your channel because of the words "11years". Love every video and live stream 🥰 My 1st goal is to finish a 2nd room in my cardboard tree house (1 finished in 2022) I don't care if I ever finish the entire project because my 2nd goal is to love every minute I work on it .❤️ Happy New Year.
Ahhh, what a story that blanket carries with it! 11yrs of LIFE going on around it while it's being made with love! Precious ❤️
Sara, that’s why I made my babies afghans lol I saved baby clothes from each kid to someday make “baby quilts” but I knew crocheting was an option I could do before each kid was born. Also, I have made several trees out of cardboard! Good luck with your goals kindred spirit. 🤗
They don't understand that the quality of craftsmanship in that piece is accrued through years and years and years of application of acquired skills. Every minute spent developing skills are not a waste. Your work is awesome and inspiring.
Ok, first off. With everything else you've been doing during those 11 years, the fact that you even FINISHED that project is amazing to me.
My goal: work on miniatures again. I have not done so in many years and it would feel amazing to get back into it.
Your Addams' family house was the first video I watched from your channel and and my mouth was hanging open with amazement for every second. It's so sad that people see art and can only think of time and money. You've become my favorite youtube channel by far!
Mine was the cardboard house series during COVID. Of course, I immediately started watching everything else, lol.
I always did pink and pretty till I saw that amazing house now I can age things I learnt lots from Bentley house minis xxx
Ara, please do not ever allow another human being to destroy your spirit. It shines so brightly, and has provided so much joy to thousands and thousands of LOVING and CARING people. You are a true artist who inspires us all.
It's unbelievable how cruel people can be. I love your miniatures and especially The Addams family house. It inspired me to start my journey in miniatures. You are an inspiration to all of us. My goal is to finish the projects I have waiting. Hugs
One more comment. You are sharing your art with us and teaching us so much. You can't allow such a small amount of people to bring down you. You don't cry them. Delete them.
Don't fill your head with negatives. You're very beautiful and gifted.
“They just keep getting more complicated…” Truer words have never been uttered about children. 😂❤
Hi 😊 I am 67 and both my wife and I love watching your videos, I like to make Star Wars dioramas and enjoy watching your take on making things to go in your doll house projects . ( and the abandoned café) don’t let trolls get you down that’s why they do it. Keep making you bring such pleasure and happiness. 😊
Very well said ! I think that most of the negative comments came form people who don’t watch your channel . Because the ones that do , appreciate the process and the learning experience. I know I come here to see the how and how not’s that you TEACH through your experience. Which you didn’t give yourself credit for here. You are inevitably teaching in these videos and that is very valuable! Thank you for all your hard work and sharing the journey . ❤
I have lots of how-nots that happen so I've got your covered lol!! But yes that is definitely part of the teaching process I believe! Thank you so much Michelle!!💖
I agree. It's not always about the finished project. (even though it is epic!). It's about the journey. And I say if it brings you joy then it's never a waste of time!!! Some people just don't have that.
I don't even do miniatures but love watching your channel and don't consider this time as a waste - who knows when gluing or aging techniques might come handy. My country is in the middle of the war for almost a year and my hobbies are keeping my sane, and it works so for lots of people. It takes time or money or efforts, but it brings joy, beauty, it teaches problem-solving and decision-making, it gives feeling of accomplishment. I feel petty for people who don't do things with their hands - that's how they find time for hate comments.
Good luck for 2023 - may all your plans be finalized! And we'll be happy to follow along)
Who in their right mind could possibly "hate" you?????? You're awesome
Aww thanks my friend! Most of the comments weren't hate towards me personally but more towards my project or how I spend my time🤷♀️ Oh well
Exactly... Im shocked
Nailed it, 100%, Ara. We love you!
I'm in the same boat. I had a baby and she's almost 3 now and while my heart is in painting tabletop gaming miniatures I had to put those aside for now for the very worthy cause of making a well balanced human. I know that one day I will be able to return to it again. I think everyone has the desire to put their hands on something and take a step back and see a job well done wether it's painting, knitting, repairing a car, wood turning, writing or what have you. I'm am very grateful that you allow me to post my coloring books that I'm currently limited to. It's a joy to share accomplishments no matter the subject and I take joy in seeing what everyone else doing. My goal is to set aside at least one date day a month where I can go to a game store and paint uninterrupted to my hearts desire.
I’m 55…my boyfriend rescued a dollhouse from a rainy curb for me a couple weeks ago. I am looking forward to rehabbing it for the rest of my life. He’s building me a new porch for it, my adult daughters are planning and collecting items for their rooms in it, so it’s a family affair now! I’m grateful for this channel and this community.
I am 67 & I completed a fairy garden with furniture made out of twigs & natural moss, stones & any other materials I found while walking my dogs & I am currently making an indoor fairy house. I have always loved miniature things but until I retired I didn't have the time to pursue my hobby but I love making things now & it has enriched my life. Good luck with your dolls house, it will take over your life (in a good way) lol.
Lots of family, life and living goes into 11 years! The end result was worth it! Bravo!
Well said. Art and the joy while making it are not a waste of time. Some people don't know how to look for beauty in small places or things. Joy and beauty can be found every day if you stop and look for it.
Doing something you enjoy is never a waste of time and the Addams family house is in a museum for everyone to enjoy to see.I don't make minis but I enjoy watching how and it gives me ideas what to build. You help inspire people.
Ara--- you, your talent and creativity, your sweet nature, your creative process and every single one of your videos IS one of my happy places!
One goal for 2023 is to get started on building my own tree dollhouse. And another is to get much better at needle felting.
Let me say that I love your channel. It's fun & we get to learn things from you that we otherwise wouldn't know. Don't ever let the haters bring you down. I personally think 11 years is a great # because it shows me that YOU are a wonderful & talented person who does pay attention to the smallest of details & the Addams Family House is perfect to me. My goal is to be patient like you & maybe start on my doll house which is the very one you have behind you. I kind of wish I had made a room to see if I could have the patients to do a whole doll house. Well maybe I will make a room just for the fun of it & see how I like it. You are an inspiration to me. Thank you very much. 💕💕💕💕💕💕
Hi Ara! Every video that you put out is a gift to everyone who is interested in the magical world of miniatures. Over the last two weeks, I have rewatched all your earlier videos, and am still amazed by your talent and persistence. In this age of quick pay offs, you have taught me that beautiful things takes time and patience to create. Super excited for your 2023 goals and can't wait to go on this journey with you. Much love! ! ❤
That's lovely she truly is a remarkable crafter and makes me laugh I have ptsd my crafting is what keeps me going I'm in England... to far to visit the museum but love your adventures and stormy is so comical to respect to all crafters whatever you do xx
Thank you both!! 😊😊
Ahhh, I love your "must finish one before starting another" goal. (I need to do that with my writing projects too bahaha.) Love the year of channel experimentation!
Your discussion of how much time projects take is SO wonderful, I think for any and all creative endeavor!! We definitely need those breaks and sometimes life decides we need a curveball too. Learning, creating, playing is NEVER a waste of time. PREACH.
Thank you Kate!! Don't get me wrong, I have plenty of projects going on at one time, but I put a cap on the number I can have. I find that encourages me so much to get something done so I can start a new idea😄 And it keeps me from getting too overwhelmed!
Yup. Lots of projects in progress here, but I don’t allow myself to start new ones till I finish something. 👍
You are such a lovely person and you can't control what people say, that says more about them than it ever would say about you.
I found your channel when I was suffering bad with my mental health and I made all your cardboard furniture which turned into a small dolls house and saved me from my unwanted bad thoughts, you were definitely a life line for me and you will never truly know how much you helped me get through that time in my life ❤️ I love your channel and look forward to everyone you put up, thank you so much for your content 🤓❤️👍
I'm glad you're better!
That's how I found it ptsd stress then ara come in to my u tube life and I love every minute she shares with us all I've seen some cruel stuff done my trolls on here shocking nick zamamtis son made a plaque for the NHS nurses in England trolls played it up on ebay then didn't by it heartbreaking that someone could stoop so low xx he named and shamed them it'd on his site
That makes me so happy to hear Sally!! I am also so glad you are doing better💖
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Ara, I so enjoy your creativity. I am a "Jill of all trades" and master of none. I dabble in miniatures, work with sculpey, do tin work, paint furniture, embroider, knit, crochet, keep an art journal, sew, collage, etc, etc. Whatever intrigues me at the moment. No prizes, but the process is EVERYTHING! Saves my sanity, gives me a community and saves my sanity. Never let anyone denigrate you for that!
I was given the stuff to build a study/small home library for Christmas. I also had Covid pneumonia over Christmas. Having that miniature room to work on gave me something to do and a good reason to sit up every day during my recovery. It was fun, and I finished it during my recovery period. You taught me how to use the tools and think through the project. And I had something to show for the time I would have otherwise spent doing nothing. Thank you for your videos, teaching, and encouragement.
HI Ara, I first made a dolls house from a monthly kit back in 1998 when I was 46 years old. I had always wanted a doll house as a child and this was the first opportunity I had to own one. I love to make things and thought it would be a doddle . I was wrong. It was so fiddly and nothing seemed to fit, but I persisted and I am now the proud owner of a large Victorian, fully furnished doll house. Like you, life happened along the way. I am now 70 years old and it is my intention this year to add hand made basement rooms to the house. Creativity never dies, it is part of who you are and gives immeasurable pleasure all through your life. I really pity those people who 'don't get it'. Don't be hurt by them, be sad for them. Thank you so much for your wonderful tutorials. I am really enjoying the making of the Beetle Juice house. Anne, Liverpool, England
People who don't have creativity and imagination wouldn't understand the joy of making art. Sure it is time consuming, but if its something that you enjoy doing and want to complete then go for it! Like you said, art CAN be therapeutic for people, you don't even have to be perfect when it comes to art, art can be anything: painting, drawing, sculpting, writing, taking photos, landscaping, interior designing, etc.
So don't listen to them. Your art is amazing and I love miniatures. Good luck in your goals this year Ara.😊🤞
It makes me so mad that people can be so cruel and just plain stupid! It is never a waste of time doing something you love. Ara, you are so talented. I love your videos and look so forward to seeing them!
Thank you for your explanation. I feel terribly guilty and unproductive when I have to take breaks from my doll rooms. My health is sketchy and it's hard to get the energy some days to even get out of bed, let alone work for hours on my art. So, you pointing out that it's a necessary part of the process eases my heart.
Oh a Tardis control room would be very cool!
I would love for you to do a project that we all can do with you. Like video 1 tells us what we are making and what materials we need. Then we have to stay tuned to start the project with you. I think that would be fun.
That is a fun idea! I kind of did that a little bit with the cardboard house series but it was more like a 'use what you have' type of thing. The future definitely holds another cardboard house project like that!
Oooh I would be down for that . I have all the materials already to start on a project but the thing that’s holding me back from starting is the scale part of the project. It’s VERY intimidating.
YAAAASSSS
You are GENIUS
@@constantconnie start with something small in the project maybe? I find it easier to do anything big if I divide it into parts
I just want to say Ara thank you for interacting with your comment section. It was an honor every time you responded to me. Not alot of youtubers do that. Forget the haters. Remember you can't please and respond to everyone.
It's my pleasure honestly! It's getting hard to do so as the channel grows but I will keep going as long as I can and respond to as many as I can!💖
Creativity, and using that creative energy, imagination, visualization, and the entire process is the joy of being a maker. As a maker, one hopes that one's creations and the processes used to achieve these creations will inspire and motivate others to harness there own creativity and talents to create whatever they want to create.
These negative comments you received seem like bots to me Ara.
I would just carry on as usual, and you will continue to bring incredible joy and inspiration to all of us makers in the world!!
Thank you so much Ara!
Lisa
Totally agree with the comments below - and you Ara! Art is never a waste of time. Whether you finish or not, it's something that feeds your soul unlike anything else because its something that comes from inside you. Thank you for making your videos. They're always a treat and give me a boost for the day. My goal this year is to self publish two more books by May. I published my first a week ago and now I want to get another two edited and put up.
Your Addams house and videos are the reason why I used my coffee table to hold my Addams house. I didn’t know that you can just buy one 😂 my goal is to add a top attic which would be a storage,fester and lurch rooms. So Adding the top space I would have a room for each family member. Keep up the good work keep inspiring those who really care about the art of creating miniatures because of you and other mini artists that is why I look at that stuff I’d normally throw away into something I can create with ❤️
You're absolutely right. Like any creative endeavour, time spent not actively working is spent thinking about it, which is also work. Learning a craft is never-ending. I've been working on a single novel for 6 years, but I've started and finished several others in that time, too. The project takes as long as it takes.
My goal for this year includes finishing my 1:20 stable and my witch's cottage, and starting a couple of others.
First of all l think your special, talented, funny, kind and a pretty amazing human and artist. Second of all I was taught that when people say or do hateful things it is because they are pretty miserable in their own lives. You have brought joy and creativity into my life. I stopped doing minis because I felt I had to choose between sewing and minis because of space and health limitations. These last 2 weeks I have been watching almost every miniature video that l could find. Your name was brought up continuously in most of the videos. You’re a miniature icon! So what did I do? Cleaned out my small bedroom of unwanted things and brought my minis back. I didn’t realize how much I missed it! Even if it takes me twice as long to make something I’m back baby. For you to post this amazing video right on the heels of my rediscovery of minis is truly pretty amazing. Just like you. Lean on your community as we lean on you. Your much more than the haters think, but we know different don’t we? Just keep being the Ara that we love. Just do you!!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
I'm going to paraphrase what you said into one line: "The finish line is not the goal - the journey is." My miniature goals for 2023 are to 1) teach a small workshop in my local mini club (let's be honest, probably something I learned from you!) ; 2) do my part to help our first mini club weekend retreat is a success and 3) create a display of my work that I am proud of at our mini show in November.
YOU ARE AN AMAZING ARTIST!!! LOVE WATCHING YOUR PROGRESS!
I love everything you do and what you share. The Addams Family house is a masterpiece, if you had spent 111 years on it, it would still NOT have been a waste of time. You’re an artist, Ara, not a contractor. Take as much as time as you need and please continue to share it with us. Love from Seattle.
Just wanted to say I started watching you in 2020 when I was pregnant with my second baby. I had such a terrible time of things and spent AGES in and out of the hospital on my own (thanks Covid) and you and your channel really were such a comfort during that time. I don't make miniatures but I love watching you create yours. Keep up the great work ❤️
I have to say era that you are the most talented Minis on RUclips that I have found as well as the best teacher. I watch your videos over and over again to do my projects. Don't let the hate comments get to you. Just remember, the way people treat you is not about you, it's about them. Love you girl!
*Ara (sorry. Probably get a comment about that lol)
Thank you so much Stephanie! That means a lot to me💖 And no worries on the name, auto-correct likes to have a field day with my name😄
Oh Ara, all of us that follow you and learn from you and craft with you understand what it takes to finish a project. And the Addams family house wow it's amazing . Those comments are coming from people who haven't got a clue and who don't even know you or your life. It is a wonderful accomplishment 👏. Haters are gonna hate.
Thank you Teresa💖
I started building a house 1½ years ago. But along the way I changed my plans for it so now Im busy adapting it to my new plan. So I might have 1 finished room by summer. This project and diamonpainting is the only thing that quiets my brain completely and my brain goes 1000000 miles an hour in all directions. And its been 2 of very few things that made me survive 2022. 2022 was the year from hell for me (2020 was lovely in comparance). And I would never have started with miniatures if I hadnt found the Addams house video and this channel So Thank you!
Happy New Year! I love your honesty about how long and why it can take so long to complete a major miniature project. I homeschool 3 kids after years of full time retail work. I haven’t been easy on myself about not completing projects quickly. This community has helped. My goal is to to be more relaxed in creating. I already have time blindness, why worry when it’s for fun.
Be kind to yourself. Life always gets in the way but do what I do and set aside 15-20 minutes just for yourself to craft. You can do it!
Can’t wait to see what awesome work you’ll create this year! I’m so sad I won’t be able to see it in person, but your dollhouse and my miniatures will be under the same roof for a couple months 😁
I love your work, @Abandoned Miniatures!
🤩 Are you serious? That's so exciting!!! Will your projects still be there this coming Oct/Nov? If so then I will get to see them in person🎉🎉 That would be awesome! Congrats!
@@BentleyHouseMinis the exhibition is from February to May 😂 I am excited though!
@@AbandonedMiniatures I am sad I will miss it but whenever I hear from you that it is at the museum I will be sure to post on my socials too so people know they can go to see both!
Somewhere I got the impression that Abandoned Miniatures and Bentley House Minis were spouses. And was confused when AM said he bought a house. Since BHM just fixed up that porch and is still in the same room.
Your channel has inspired me thi past year. My main goal is to be creative at least one hour a day! And along with that try my hand at making a miniature! Love you and your work!
Amen, sista!!!! I am so so so sorry that you had to deal with ANY haters on that fantastic project, but you are right - it was most likely not members of this community. Way to turn the negative into positive, my friend!!! My top two mini goals are: 1) create my own youtube channel (which is a bit daunting and that's why it hasn't happened in over a year yet) and 2) work on/complete? my Downton Abbey house. Can't wait to see how far we both get by the end of 2023!!
Some people just have to spread their misery.... everything you do is awesome! I can attest to moving from one project to another , it keeps things fresh! Art is never a waste of time! Aaaaaand ....you are raising a family! Love you and your channel ❤
I've been working 3 yrs on a 1/12th scale Antiques Store. I absolutely LOVE it - and I'm still not finished (I'm starting to think it will never be finished). I have a whole story developed around my proprietor, her business, and her customers. I keep a photo album full of fun photos of the store in action. People around me make me feel silly, for being an adult that loves "playing with" (working on) my dollhouse. My hobby is often dismissed as a pointless waste of time and money. I guess my goal for 2023 (besides repairing the foundation and front porch), would be to enjoy my hobby WITHOUT the embarrassement that comes from letting others make me feel that it's childish and unimportant. Truth is, when people take the time to look it over, THEY start exclaiming over the fun miniatures and playing in it too! There is an inner child in all of us. 🙂
I don’t make miniatures but I’m an artsy person and really love watching people make miniatures and really enjoy the mini community. Your videos are such a highlight in my day ❤ you’re so inspiring. Happy new year, I can’t wait for another year of awesome videos 😁
I am from The Great White North… 🇨🇦
We are driving to Tucson to the mini Time Museum to see your dollhouse. I also sent my niece there to see it!
I’m sorry people can be so mean and have to put awful comments.
Your creations are amazing pieces of art, and YES, art sometimes takes years to complete. Those 11 years were time well spent.
Never stop creating!
It blows my mind that some people may actually NOT like Ara's work and creativity. I love your work, Ara, and I appreciate your enthusiasm and excitement over your projects. I have made so many of your kits, and your tutorials. You explain everything so well, and make it fun. Keep being you! Those haters can just go away.
My grandma bestowed me the dollhouse she cherished and created my whole childhood. Many months it sits untouched, but it’s always there for me when I need it. Art is therapy and I’m thankful for it. I’m also thankful for your channel!
The Addams video is what brought me to your channel, and I am so grateful for that because you always inspire me, and motivate me to keep working at my art and building my channel.
I think the real "waste of time" is trolling the internet judging other people. As Thumper's father told him "if you can't say somethin nice, don't say nothin at all".
I can't wait to see what you do next! ❤
Ara, please don't pay any attention to the haters. Your Addams Family house brought you and so many of us a lot of pleasure.
Thank you Jaime! They don't bother me anymore. And I am happy that I am confident enough now to just look at a comment and know that their opinion doesn't matter😊 It took me a few years to get there!
It is frustrating when people don’t understand that this is a hobby, a form of art. Artist can work on a project for years perfecting it. Also miniaturing is focusing on attention to detail. I love that you addressed these comments and I feel sorry for the people that don’t understand the joy of miniaturing and how fun and difficult it can be. Keep doing what you are doing me and my 11 year old love watching you!! Happy 2023!!!
Hate comments are from jealous people hun your a success and they are NOT .
we love you and your talent 💜 ❤ ♥
I hate to break this to you but a work of love is never finished, you just find a good stopping point.....for now😁 and like 99.5% of the people who watch your videos, Love is the best description! I love every aspect of your Addams house! From the successful projects to the "what was I thinking!" you made us all a part of it and I for one am grateful!
As for my 2023 goals, I broke my shoulder and had screws put in it in November and can't use it for 6 months . My goal is to watch you craft and try and to keep my cheese from slipping off my cracker , then it's back to the skull houses. A sugar skull for my daughter in law! Have a great new year everyone!!
Looking forward to seeing you conquer more of the Fairfield build. Overcoming difficulties is a fantastic learning process. It's a shame it is sometimes mentally and physically taxing or sometimes painful.
The 11 years video is the one that was suggested to me and started me down the trail with you. I'm glad it went viral for you, this channel is such a lovely place to spend a bit of my downtime. I am so glad you are able to see the worth of the journey.
My goal is to create a space that I want to create in and to use it without guilt.
11 years wasn't a waste. U built it with lots of love, talent, tears, ignore them all. U a super star. And what I love is like the bettle juice house I went to watch the movie and. Dam girl u are spot on.
My miniature goals for 2023:
1. Populate the 'rooms' of an old CD rack, mostly as bedrooms.
2. Attend a national or international miniature fair.
3. Create and publish content
4. Teach someone, maybe a group, some form of miniature needlework.
Don't let the negative remarks brainwash you, they are obviously jealous people with limited talent and no goals of their own. Your works and talents are impeccable and I am so glad you share them with us {your art family}. The joy you get from doing art is rendering a self healing and brings joy and satisfaction to our lives that NO one can take away so... keep giving us your brain food Ara! I am 62 and just have been so inspired by you that I am planning my first ever mini this year! Much love to you!
The time I took away from my dollhouse in the past 2 years because I was frustrated with it is one of the reasons I've been able to continue and not give up on it so of course those breaks have to be included. They are part of the process! Without them mh house wouldn't be as far along as it is today.
I came to your channel by chance and saw you were almost finished with The Addams Family House. I loved what you did so much I watched all the videos from start to the last final tour. (I’ve since watched them multiple times). I’m in complete awe of your talent and dedication to the tiniest details. Do not let a few individuals ruin your great accomplishment. The only reason they say hateful words is because they are jealous because they can’t or won’t try to make something joyful in their lives.
I look forward so much to watching your videos, they are the highlight of my weeks at present, I’m pretty much stuck at home caring for a parent and can’t leave them alone, so I crochet and watch you make fun stuff.
Thank you and keep strong. 🥰
Welll....personally I THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for the Addams Family project! It was a life saver for me at a very difficult time of my life and inspired me to start my own miniature journey💕 My goal for this year is to attempt to 1. Finish writing my book (over 20 years spent on it now!) And 2. To try and make a small income from selling my miniatures (which wont be easy in my country) Thank you Ara!!💕💕
That makes me so happy to hear! I wish you all the luck in your goals! And I hope the mini community grows and grows in your country! I feel like I see more people from all over the world commenting every day💖
My goal for 2023 is to continue enjoying my journey while working on my Livingroom kit I purchased form you. It gives me a lot of joy looking at it while imaging what's next. Thank you Ara!
I am a paper crafter, specifically, a card maker. I have nothing to do with miniatures. But I became so fascinated and invested in the that project because I needed a break from card making. I was so happy when you finished it. It was beyond AMAZING! You are so talented and gifted with vision and skill. Your channel is exactly what I need when I need a creative break from what I do. I love all of your projects. Don’t worry about the negativity from those miserable people. You are GENUINELY AMAZING!!!
I THINK YOUR BRILLIANT, IGNORE THESE HORRIBLE COMMENTS, THERES ALOT OF JEALOUSLY OUT THERE AND I THINK YOUR SO INSPIRATIONAL AND TALENTED AND I LOVE WATCHING YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS AND ALL YOUR VIDEOS ESPECIALLY THE BEETLEJUICE HOUSE 😍😍😍😍 THANK YOU XXXX
I was 32 when I got my first dollhouse, 1" scale Victorian about the size of your Adams house. Put it together from scratch, glued nailed, sanded and painted; Cut and glued every shingle; bought all the electrical and after 3 years, I loved it but I was unable to work on it any more. I donated the whole shebang to a senior center and you never saw a happier bunch of seniors! The men were going to do the electrics and make furniture, the ladies were talking about curtains, flowers and mini quilts. Dollhouses can make anyone happy at any age! You are so unique and I enjoyed every minute of watching you create.
What a neat thing to do!
Self expression through art is never a waste of time. I love that you are honest about your journey. As a newbie, I’m relieved to know that life-all the joys & sorrows-are part of your growth as an artist. My goal for this year is to start the remodeling of a dollhouse that was given to me by a wonderful friend, and not put pressure on myself to be perfect because I have much to learn!
Making things is my passion and my therapy. When someone asks what I am making it for I say ME. Making my first cardboard house after seeing yours took over 4 years. I had to step away several times and I don’t even have children in the house anymore! At 68 I am finally doing things that make me eager to get up in the morning! And I always have several things going at once. (I don’t have the patience to just wait until the glue and paint dry.). You are an inspiration and a woman I admire. You can’t please everyone period.
My main goal this year is to not break down like I did last year. Nobody, not even me, blames me for the break down, I had good reasons for it. Watching RUclips, especially it seems, miniaturists like yourself and Darkest Raven have helped more than some others. Oh, I watch them, but you are one of the ones I click first.
My other goal is to get more of my stories typed onto the computer and posted on AO3.
I did buy a miniature kit that I'd like to work on, but I'm more interested right now on getting ready for my trip out of town. It will mean that I will not be in town on the anniversary of my wife's death. I'm pretty sure that is why my sister wanted me to visit just now.
I'd love a craft along! And anything you do always has my interest!
Thank you my friend😊
HAPPY NEW YEAR ARA AND EVERYBODY ELSE 😘
Happy New Year Dorothy!
Happy new year to you too. X
Thanks ladies xxx
Ara, I’m an artist, and I thank you for explaining the process of creation, and the sheer love of the process! Happy 2023! 🤗❤️
So excited so excited so excited! For all of it! More CQ, more BJ House, more Fairfield, MORE KITS TO BUY! Happy dance over here. BTW, on the hater comments-I truly believe that if YOU enjoyed making the Addams House, it was absolutely time well spent.
Hi Ara - 11 year's in the making and it turned out super fantastic for sure. You are such an inspiration and a breath of fresh air. you continue to create incredible mind blowing projects with such PIZZAZZ. Wife - Mother - Fur Baby Mom - business woman - builder - maker - Editor - blogger - Artist - Host -exhibitor - teacher and so much more - I'm exhausted just trying to list them all.
How could it even be possible for an amazing individual like you who inspires millions of people like me to get even (1) hate mail. If it took you 11 year's with all that you have on your plate then we are very lucky to have taken a big part of that journey with you and I have enjoyed the ride. I spent 25 Years working for Disney & Universal Studios - surrounded by very creative people from around the world just like you. You make the magic that makes our heart SMILE. If you ever run out of Pixie dust just let me know - I have plenty (lol).
I did have a chuckle or two because HATER's don't inspire anyone (right!!!!). We value you - we love you and we stand strong with you. We are fans of yours - we are builders - makers - dreamers & doers. Remember it was you that inspired me to build a 1:12 scale haunted Psycho house and your feedback was very valuable. Ara - Thank You Bunch and continue doing what you are doing for as long as you want to do it. We should all follow our passion. You have earned the accolades. I will always be on Team ARA - GO TEAM!!!!!!!! Tune out the Haters and Tune IN Bentley House Minis - I know that I do.
Your Crafter Allie
Rick
I want the kitchen roombox! Can't wait!
I think I finally have a design I like and I can't wait to put all the pieces together! Can't wait to share!
Honey, don't give these HATERS a second thought. Sounds like they are horribly jealous! You are an artist. I, myself, love to miniature. I find it hugely therapeutic. THANK YOU for all the great teachings. I've learned SO much from you! Keep it up & don't stop! To the haters "GO BLOW"!
I needed to hear your positive thoughts. I still haven't started on my castle yet since I'm moving in the next few months to another home. BUT there will be extra boxes with stuff for my castle! Thank you for being an awesome person and giving the rest of us so much joy and keep on building of miniatures. lots of love from a hot and sunny South Africa
Moving is definitely one of these life events that happen and our creativity just has to wait a bit! Thank you Wanda, I hope your move goes smoothly!
100% correct. We all need to have an activity where we can shut the door on the world and all it's troubles, and "loose" ourselves. It is healthy. It is good for our wellbeing. It helps us to function better generally. Those negative comments come from destroyers of other peoples imagination & joy....much better to be a creator of other peoples imagination & joy and that is what you are Ara. Thank you for your wonderful videos. x
Eyes of envy are always dark. You know I have always been envious of your art and talent but never in a bad way, I'm just overjoyed that you share the process with us. Thank you for making me feel like I could have maybe an eighth of your talent by watching your videos and practicing along with you.
hi Ara, first of all and happy new year. I just started following you through your Adam's family home. we all learn. I am 55 and have been making miniatures for 3 years. It makes me so happy, especially when I finish something and put it in my hair salon. Everyone enjoys. Just so I enjoy your videos.
I really appreciate your perspective & totally agree! You have allowed me to realize that it is ok to give myself permission to watch a “live stream” or a 45 min. video from Ara! I am learning & not sitting idle!! Keep up the good work & enjoy every minute please. You are amazing in your creativity, ability to make that creativity work & your eloquence to teach us as well! Thank you. Happy New Year!
I'm looking forward to what you do in 2023! Honestly, I'm all for packaging videos, I love watching those. I actually think your way of working on projects relatively slowly (and having multiple ongoing ones at the same time) is very smart, because you don't rush through them and don't get burned out. It also gives us some variety and even if a subscriber is not interested in one, they always know there will be another project featured soon.
I'm that avid reader 😅 I wholehartedly agree, if a hobby makes you happy, go for it! I also enjoy making (basic) journals and I've kept a book journal with stats for the last 3 years. One of the most relaxing things for me is looking through those and seeing what I read and when, and how I decided to decorate my spreads that month. Heck, every few months I get the urge to do jigsaw puzzles, and I spend entire afternoons completing them. For whatever reason some people have problems understanding that their views on what's worth the work and what isn't aren't the truth.
(Reusing your reading analogy, it remids me of snobbism among readers regarding listening to audiobooks or reading certain genres, or not sticking to only reading High Art™ that stays with you for months.)
Ara, that video was how I found you! And so lucky I am to have done so! You have inspired so much creativity out of me! I am working on my own Greenleaf dollhouse, its a Horror themed Witches dollhouse. And I often do little room kits and miniatures for my 6 yr old now! Thank you. And I admire your levity with haters. OH! And my goal is to complete several mini kits and finally complete my Orchid. I wish I could send you pics!
It’s wonderful to see you progressing and learning and sharing that with us. There will sadly always be the bitter, jealous little few who don’t have successful channels and don’t have a project displayed in a museum and think it’s great to try and bring someone down to their miserable level. You will go from strength to strength and those of us who aren’t snivelling mewling moaners will celebrate you and your achievements. We are learning with you. Thank you for ALL you do 🖤
I agree!!