DIY Aged Copper Roof: Cousin Itt's Dollhouse Addition
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- Опубликовано: 5 фев 2025
- This is the first of 5 videos over my Addams family dollhouse during this month. I have been thinking about creating an addition for Cousin Itt for a while and this was the perfect time to make it happen. I hope you enjoy the video and let me know if you try out the copper roof technique!
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I stumbled on this video looking for how people build copper birdhouse roofs. Wow. You are truly talented. Talk about going to down the rabbit hole for me. I watched all 24 minutes and was amazed.
Thank you Charles and welcome to the channel!! I hope you found another video that will help you with your birdhouse too ;)
Love that you are including Cousin It and giving him his own room. I used to love how in the show all these crazy relatives were always showing up and they always had a place. His room will need a bed, suitcase, tons of hats, and of course a ton of grooming supplies!
I loved that bit too Heather!! The crazy relatives are the fun part of any family right? lol! Yes I love the idea of just a entire table full of grooming products!
THIS IS so cool...love the roof...cousin it would be so proud to have this room....if I remember correctly he had lots of hats and don't forget his suitcases....so much fun watching you build...tfs
Great suggestions Gloria! He definitely was a traveler so the suitcases are a must! Thanks for the idea💖
Lmao... The DON'T USE MY FABRIC SCISSORS ON AAAAANYTHING ELSE club. 🤣
Sidebar: I came downstairs once in my youth to find my obnoxious roommate cutting weed up with my EXTREMELY expensive fabric scissors. I was a dressmaker working on high end (often $10k) wedding gowns at the time and he "only knew one place in the house that had scissors that were easy to find"... I didn't even know I could GET mad like that.
Thank you for your fantastic tutorials on all the things I can't find anywhere else 😁 This is brilliant. Wish me luck!
Dear Ara, you're absolutely right about copper and the way it ages. Here in Melbourne, the main city train station has a copper cupola on the roof, well actually it is the roof, and it's completely green because it's been there for over 100 years. That's just what happens to copper when it oxidises over time. Your friend Dark Raven would know the station I'm referring to, she lives in Melbourne too. I love how Cousin It's room looks, it's fabulous 😅
I love this room! Cousin It is a classic kind of guy and this copper roof, lead windows and wallpaper make me think of how this house might have looked originally built.
You did a great job aging the copper. My house was originally built with copper roofing and 100 years later, yeah it's blue and green 😂😂 You can see the copper shine through on the lower awnings that received more care but, the top and overall look is a blue/green with an odd orange tint.
Your dedication to this project is admirable! The whole entire world should know about you and be a witness of what you have been working on for so many years! I’m really in love with this house, im dreaming of making one myself 😭❤️
Thank you, your words are so kind! You definitely should go for it👍 I don't know what it is about dollhouses but watching them come together is so fulfilling!
What a fun addition to the mansion. I'd love to visit cousin It in his room. The copper roof turned out so realistic, the patina is perfect!
Thank you Annejuli!!
Love, love, love your copper. Thanks for showing how to create copper without actually using copper! I used real copper to create roofs for two bay windows many years ago on a kit-bashed storefront. Tricky! Yours look better with the aging than the real thing. You are a very talented young woman. Your artistic vision inspires us all.
Thank you Pamela! I can't imagine trying to work with actual copper but I am sure the shine is gorgeous!!
Oh, now you're talkin'! I love me some grungy verdigris, Ara, and you nailed it 😍 What a brilliant solution for adding the perfect space for Cousin It, without having to attempt to match the existing roofing treatment. I think the final effect is GORGEOUS! And the raised seam technique worked beautifully. Yep. I love it all. 💗🛠⚜
Thank you my friend! I appreciate that so much! I am so glad the seam technique came across however if I do it again and think I will make them a bit shorter lol. It will make the rest of everything else easier! 💖💖
I love how the roof turned out! Over time copper would warp just like the effect the glue gave. 😃 Great video thank you!! 💖💕💖
Oh that's good to know! I didn't see any warped copper in the samples I was looking at. I might throw some vines over any bad parts lol ;)
I LIKE "IT". I think it looks really cool. And looks very authentic to me. Great job and you always make sense.
Thank you Debbie ;) And I am so glad to know I make sense... sometimes I am not so sure lol!
Stunning effects. Fab use of colour. The different/unusual roof/room shapes work so well - esp the steps up to the door in the main house. To my mind it captures the true quirkiness of the Adams family to a T. Brilliantly done as usual :-)
Thank you so much my friend!! I love quirky old houses with hidden secrets so its kind of fun to watch this one turn into that here and there. It's like the Addams house has a mind of its own sometimes!😄
I had to come over and see what gloriousness Heather Tracy (Thicketworks) was raging about -ohMyGoodnessss - floored- just glorious- I subscribed
Thank you for coming over and welcome to the channel!💖
My favorite character is Cousin It! Love ❤ him. Can't wait to see his room finished. Love the roof 😍
For future copper roof making, you can use make up sponges for applying paint also. Great video and what a wonderful job you are doing on the Addams Family House. I’m not sure if I would have the patience to make one but I love watching you. I can’t wait to see the next video and today I’m going to watch the live video after I get back home from getting my hair cut. Have a wonderful weekend everyone.🥰❤️🥰
Great idea with the make up sponges... I think I have some of those actually! I am so glad you are enjoying the videos💖💖
Oh my goodness... I LOVE the roof !!! You are soooo dang talented. Thank you for sharing with us.
Thank you so much Maria! So glad you liked it!
The ridges are great! It looks Great! Fester and It look really good in there.
The results of your method for creating oxidized copper is awesome. To possibly give your houses an even more old lack of maintenance look, maybe you should consider finding a way to simulate bird poo.
Great idea! I have done bird poo in a couple other projects but it would definitely look good here too! Thanks for the reminder! ;)
Excellent work! Love the Patina effect. I think you chose the correct colors to match the verdigris coloring of copper. You never cease to amaze me! Have a better day!
Thank you! One of my favorite things about studying natural decay is all the colors! They are so interesting. I am so glad you enjoyed the process!
This came out amazing. The copper patina looks real. Your ideas are always great. Maybe you can make him a shelf or rack for just hats.
Thank you Denise! Love the hat idea💖
WAY cool! I like it - and now I have to find a place to put a copper roof on my Obsession..............you're killin' me here, you're killin' me! Thanks for the entertainment with my morning coffee...........
Haha! Sorry I keep plaguing you with more ideas💖💖😊
@@BentleyHouseMinis No call to be sorry! I have the will and the space for a thousand ideas and projects! What I don't have is the good health and the funds! But I can dream of using each and every idea that is thrown at me! I only wish I had found you (and another channel) BEFORE I started on my Grand Obsession!!!!!
You are so smart Ara! Your faux techniques are great! Thanks for sharing your great ideas with us.
Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed it!💖
Perfect! I love the patina you created on the roof. I finally watched the old Addams Family movie last night...
Now I appreciate parts of your house even more. You have nailed it!👍👍👍
Thanks Melody!! I need to watch it again too... maybe have it on repeat all month lol ;)
Ive been waiting for Addams family october since last halloween lol 😆😁 this copper roof is amazing deff. My favorite so far
Me too haha! Thank you Aleean 💖💖
I would never do anything like this, but wow, this was a fantastic project. How creative you are!! I'm enjoying all the videos.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I love it ! The finished piece looks like copper. You have the best ideas and they always look amazing.
Aww thank you so much Anna!😊💖
Awesome! I might use this for my Bates motel house! Lovering the new videos and getting back into the Adam's Mansion!
Oh yes! Bates Motel sounds awesome!!!💖💖
🏅💖🏆💖🥇💖 I love the copper effect. I was wondering what you were going to do with the space above the conservatory.
Thank you Michelle!💖💖
Love, love, love all of your faux surface techniques, Ara. Copper, wood (I learned faux stone from another RUclipsr. :)) - - - so exciting!! Getting all kinds of inspiration. XX
Thank you Darnelle! I am so glad you enjoyed the video! I can't imagine trying to do this with real metal so I am always looking for faux techniques ;)
I absolutely love your build,
I also love the music that you choose..........
It's used in the PlayStation 2 game
"Simpson's Hit 'n' run"
Zombie Level 7
😁
Thank you so much! That's some fun trivia!! ;)
Great having a new video from you! Looking forward to all the new Addams Family videos this month! You have done some incredible work here.
Thank you so much!😊
Love it! Your so talented! I agree with the dollar store spackle. I have been using it for years to fill in holes in my house before I paint, but I had never thought to use it this way.
Thank you💖😊 It will be my go-to from now on for working on minis ;)
Absolutely love it! From the patina of the copper roof, to the stairs. Perfect colors and patterns all around. So many special details!!! Great job Ara!!!
Thank you June! I appreciate your kind words. I really loved adding those bright colors😊
I love the roof! I will try this next time I make a room box or wherever my imagination takes me. The copper roof turned out wonderfully! I have used the corrugated part of cardboard on an old shop I made which was much, much smaller, but this idea is the bomb! You nailed it, girl.
BTW, I am watching the original '60's Addams Family right now on Pluto TV. They have a channel dedicated just to the show. Cousin Itt is in this one as well, and Fester had on his moon hat and used his moonbathing reflector, he refused Morticia's offer of moonscreen though....LOL. It gives him heartburn, don't ya know.
So glad you enjoyed it and I hope you do try it out sometime ;) Is Pluto TV free or is it a subscription? I would love to know where I can send people to watch the original Addams! Thank you💖💖
@@BentleyHouseMinis Pluto is free with Roku!
He definitely needs a hat rack. Love the roof process.
For sure! Love that idea💖
Thank you so much for this tutorial! I was just thinking about how do to this technique with silver for a Shabby chic house. You have amazing talent!
You're welcome! I am so glad it will be helpful for you💖💖
Another great technique! Awesome work Ara! Looking forward to the next one ☺️❤️
Thank you Jenny💖💖 So glad you enjoyed it!
Loving that copper effect!! It just makes the entire house with this addition!!!
Thank you so much! I am still getting used to the change (it always takes me a while) but I like it too!
Wow that looks really great! Cant wait to see what else you have in mind for the windows and then his furniture. So excited!
Thank you! I would love to do some stained glass.... but I need to do some research before I commit to that lol ;)
@@BentleyHouseMinis I'm sure whatever you decide will look great!
LOVE this roof! You have such great ideas and even greater talent!
Thank you so much Jayne!
Love the copper roof! 👍🏻
Thank you!
Try thinned roofing tar for the final aging coat next time it gives a very realistic look.. We used to use it on very expensive replica furniture and case goods. Loved the overall look. Thanks for sharing...
Thanks for the tip!
I love your new intro with your hand being thing!! So spoopy 🎃
Haha it was a silly idea that made me laugh so I had to do it😄
It was a brilliant idea then ☺ cause soon as I saw it it made laugh and smile. Totally made my day!
Another stunning addition. Love how you have transformed the original house into a real mansion.
Thank you Sarah! It's been fun to watch it take shape and change.💖💖
Awesome ! I enjoyed the video so much . Thank you for sharing and inspiring me
Thank you Elisabeth! I am so glad you enjoyed it!
Oh my goodness . . . so much fun, Ara! Addams October sounds delightful. Thank YOU! Love how Cousin It's room is coming along. Happy Spooky month to you and yours!
Thank you Linda! So glad you enjoyed this video!💖💖
Very nice build, the roof and the interieur looks awesome..
Thank you so much!
Love it! miss your videos... Ive been so busy but ill catch up!
Thank you Ilene💖
The size my eyes got when you mentioned that you were using fabric scissors on paper...... unreal. I was relieved when you explained that they were former fabric scissors.
Lol! I figured I better clarify because it clearly says "fabric" on the sides. It's a no-no in my house as well ;)
Love the roof 😀
This is terrific, I love your techniques! 💕 I'm really enjoying the Addams Family October series!
Thank you Chrissy! I am so glad you are liking the videos!
You amazing woman, Cousin Itt would be thrilled with his little gentleman's quarters. (That isn't supposed to sound rude btw.)
Thank you so much Joanne💖💖 I understood what you meant ;) I can't wait to fill it up with all his grooming supplies lol!
Gorgeous! Very realistic. Clever. Mia
Thank you so much Mia!
I love it!!!! How exciting to watch you work on this!!!!
Thank you Sarah!
I love your process so much. I have learned so much from you and all of the really cool things that you just do whenever you’re making a project. Just keep on doing what you do best❤️❤️
Thank you so much Zena! I really appreciate that and I love sharing my projects with you all!
Brilliant ---It looks so real.
Thank you💖
I'm lovin' Addams Family October already!
Thank you Rob! Me too!
We are going to see the Adams movie Friday !
How fun! Enjoy!
Great techniques, all very effective.
Thank you Dan!
happy October!! beautiful work as usual
Thank you so much!!
Yes, it is! Makes my day!
That looks fantastic.
Thank you Patricia!
This is incredibly cool, I could see using this effect on other things too, like pots and pans. TFS!
Thank you so much! Oh that is a good idea!
I love this idea and technique. Really amazing❤️
Thank you Diana!
I dont even know what algorithm youtube used to bring this video to me..not many know that this is a fantasy hobby of mine. They are in our heads! Lol
Whatever algorithm it was... I am glad you're here!
Wow.. love this.. it is a perfect addition to the house.
Thank you so much!
It needs a really cool blinged out lamp or chandelier that's got lots of beads and crystals. He's also into cool cars. Maybe make his duvet cover out of a silk handkerchief. Hulu has a new Addams Family movie, and it's fabulous. If you have Roku, there's a free channel called Pluto that has the original Addams Family series. I love it and thought you might too.
Just incredible.
Thank you Jan!
First of all, I just love your name! Now, this is how the conversation went in my head. “Okay Girl, you are not gonna make that roof. You don’t even have a dollhouse to put it on!” My response, “yeah but it’s so cute. My head replied, “Nope, not gonna happen. Come on, a whole dollhouse?” A big sigh as I think, “Okay so I’m not making a dollhouse.” But then my brain kicked in with a picture of my honeymoon escapades from 46 years ago in Nassau Bahama. Picture this... a little shack on the side of the road with the best Bahama Mama drinks in the world! It was literally a big old fruit stand with counters on all 4 sides, 4 bartenders, lots of fruit, rum and fun! It also had a ... wait for it…greenish colored roof that looked just like yours. So guess what I’m gonna be building? An island shack with a glorious copper-covered roof! Thank you my Sista for the wonderful tutorial and the wonderful memories it brought forth. Have a BLESSED weekend!
I love that idea!! Sounds like a beautiful oasis! The fun part about miniatures is the sharing of ideas and that we can inspire creativity in each other💖💖 I hope you will share your creation with me somehow when you get it finished! Blessings back to you as well💖
Fabulous verdigris.
Nicely done
Thank you!
awesome , I want to see the little cosin Itt's brass set bedroom
I will have to figure out how to make that 😄
you can buy dollhouse brass bed in ebay
Love it! Tfs
Lovely. Can you have used patina? I’ve seen it at Hobby Lobby and seems like a easy process. Thank you.
WOW ! WOW ! WOW !
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Love this project. I try to watch all your videos, but the live streams are a bit long for my attention span, so I am happy you make these condenses versions. Are you looking forward to the new movie coming out? I have never heard of the Addams family, until I started watching your videos, and I watched an episode of the cartoon, which I enjoyed can't find it anywhere though.
Thank you! I understand about the live stream... they're not everyones cup of tea ;) Yes I definitely plan to go see the movie and I am very excited! So glad you enjoyed the show! It used to be free on Hulu but isn't anymore 🤔
Thats so dang cool
There's tons of videos about painting copper and getting that patina to look great.......jmo
very close to the technique I use to make an aged copper roof. I do dry brush work and not so much dripping.
I'd love to see your dry brushing technique! Do you share your work anywhere online?
@@BentleyHouseMinis I'm not tech savvy enough to go online. I just lightly dry-brush the patina colors over the copper paint until i get the effect I want. I think it gives a little more realism to the roof.
Amazing
I love the fencing, but veeeery concerned about cardboard (or even thin wood) against my cat's who seem determined to investigate and sleep on roofs
I can see your concern! I only have dogs that stay on the floor so I don't ever think about keeping things safe against animals on the top of my projects. I do think they have plastic fencing out there but I don't have a link at the moment.
I love coussin Itt
i know she said this is the first video of a series, but, is there any other video with the project and this already built part we see at the beginning?
There is a playlist titled "Addams Family" that has all my available videos. It's not everything from the beginning of the project but quite a few. Enjoy!
A collection of hats on the walls, a hair dryer, a little rattle or something like that to just hint at Baby What coming to visit sometimes.
Perfect ideas! I have a Baby What already so he can chill in there with is Dad ;)
Many channels that I have subscribed to have been unsubbed by not me so I guess youtube. Has anyone else have this issue. Was so scared that I wouldnt be able to find all my fav sense searching channels by name is really hard at times here ❤️ windows looks well done
Yes - many channels went unsub all by themselves some months ago, I was asking the same question. I knew I wasn't imagining it.
That's so sad to hear. I don't understand why RUclips does that so often :( It's frustrating to the creators and subscribers!! I am glad you are still here though💖💖
Can u make a old western town jail, saloon back in the 1800's with all the goodies guns, keys, bed, desk that would be awesome
one more thing try a cute birdy same size as pictured prntscr.com/poc4m0
That would be a really fun project!!
@@BentleyHouseMinis I'll be waiting (please) thanks 🧡
A walk-in closet of hats, ties and sunglasses.
Haha that would be great!
Will grandmama get a room?
She will not get a bedroom but she has her kitchen in the basement. I am thinking she can use the bed of nails in the vault when she needs a little rest ;)
Have you seen the Addams Family cartoon movie?
Yes I saw it and I heard they are making a part 2! Yay!
If you put Elmer's glue over something kinda thick and set it on fire till blàck ànd buff off with a soft rag it will look like copper. Think that's how it was done. Experiment first. Been 30 years since i did it.
Wow sounds interesting... yes I would def experiment first and probably outside!
@@BentleyHouseMinis just lightly put flame to the glue till it turns black and wwhen u buff it off it looks like copper. Aileen's was a craft shiw on tv. Saw it there. Maybe we can google it.
I think it be funny if there were a vanity, like 1920s style dressing table with a bunch of hair oils and brushes and stuff,lol, immin the begining of this video so if there is already, apologies.
Love that idea! Thank you💖
What an awesome job. It looks so much like real copper. Well done!
Thank you! I am so glad you like the result!