Just wanna say you are seriously like a paper mache pumpkin wizard lol I just started my first one with a trash bag and now I’m getting a beach ball because this looks so much easier and nicer! Also your techniques are much less messy so thank you for all the tips I really enjoyed watching the pumpkin come together!
You're very welcome. I hope your project comes out amazingly. The beach ball is worlds easier than the bag. You don't get as much control over the shape but who cares when you don't have to spend anywhere near the effort of prepping the thing and removing it.
You have no idea of how grateful I am. I've seen many other tutorials but I didn't like them. I love the details, thank you for this. I can't wait to try it
Omg! Such a great tutorial. I so appreciate all the detail (and time) that you put into your tutorials. I’ve learned a lot regarding how to achieve the detail needed to make a top notch paper mache pumpkin. Gonna start on a smaller level, maybe a largish balloon? 😊
I'm very glad you found the tutorial useful. :) Starting small is a great way to go. There are small beach balls you can get from many dollar stores (depending on where you live) but a balloon will also work quite well.
Wow! I just found your channel and binge watched this full pumpkin series...then realised you have loads more!!!! I've ordered my beach ball! I'm in the UK so may have to find slightly different materials but this tutorial is so detailed I won't have any problems!! Fab content!
I'm glad you enjoyed the videos. The UK can be a bit more problematic to get stuff I agree. Insulation isn't exactly a Tesco or Sainsbury's item. :) I lived in Essex for a few years.
Found these just in time to get started on ours for Halloween! Just binged all 11 “episodes” 😂 YOU ARE AN ARTIST AND MAKE IT LOOK SO EASY! Can’t wait to try this with my kids and make memories and a keepsake 🖤🧡🤘🏼
I made two pumpkins using this method. I thoroughly enjoyed making them and will display them proudly, at Halloween time! Thanks for the great tutorials!
BAM! Just when I thought I learned all i needed to make the coolest pumpkin, you did a second version!!! i had JUST finished binging ALL of the 1st tutorial videos (14) and I saw you added new ones. I spent ALL night till now 6am my time in Texas to see the changes you made. I am exhausted and my brain is filled with ideas, so it was totally worth every second, even the kitty breaks! Happy Halloween from Texas to wherever you are and thanks again for ALL your hard work.
Thank you for watching. I'm glad you got a lot of good inspiration from the series. I also have a beginners guide for first time pumpkineers which starts on this video: ua-cam.com/video/ffP9XukGaoE/v-deo.html . If you'd like to watch it then nab some sleep first :)
It seemed that you didn't like the the round shape of the beach ball, if you didn't blow the ball so tight and started doing the paper mache on the top .when it is still wet put a couple of hockey pucks stacked on top of each other covered in plastic wrap and placed them in the center for weight .when it dries take the pucks off the center would be down a bit looking more like a real pumpkin Thumbs UP GREAT JOB
Thanks for watching and I hope your project comes out great! :) I'd recommend the 'wytch bottle' project from my playlists if you'd like an idea on another cool thing to do.
Fantastic series! So helpful. Thank you sooooooo much for sharing those. If you have some info on the kind of lights you used and how to install, would appreciate it.
Omg i love this! Ive been trying to learn to make more of my own halloween stuff. I just binged all the episodes. Im so excited. I smash the subscibe button! Thank you for explaning in such detail for begginers like me. This will be such a fun project to do. I have not done paper mache since i was in 2nd grade. Wish me luck lol
It's a very fun project. Right now I am experimenting with toilet paper instead of insulation fluff to make it easier to get materials for a person who is just starting out. I hope your pumpkin turns out great :)
Love these pumpkins so much, even the pumpkins in the background of the other videos throughout as well!!! Also, I recently thought about ways to make little versions of these pumpkins that can become decorative pieces!! One can simply make a grapefruit sized ball out of aluminum foil and go from there!! Thank you for sharing :)
Thank you for your idea. :) aluminum is great for reducing weight on the larger pumpkins as well. I have some small 6" beach balls that I also use for tiny pumpkins.
Amazing! Thank you for showing all the detailed steps and work that goes into these amazing pumkins! I'm going to make my first one this year. Happy Halloween! 🎃🍬
You can. It's all a question of how much waterproofing you feel comfortable with for the amount of weather your pumpkins will need to withstand. I do recommend an outer coat of spar varnish to keep your creations safe from UV sunlight and at least ambient moisture in the air.
Thank you. :) You can use whatever you want. If you make it it's your pumpkin and constrained only by the wonderful wings of your whimsy and imagination. A good wide field spray paint would probably cover the surface a lot faster than the airbrush.
@@Drachenfang So, painting with acrylic colors and varnishing with a satin finish varnish? Or it will be so glossy..?Which combination will give me a realistic result?
@@Fragki I like both a satin and a matte. The satin is probably more realistic as most pumpkins have a slight natural shine if their cuticle hasn't been interfered with. It's down to personal preference really. On the up side if you have a spray satin and a spray matte you can apply a slight coat of each to an area and see which you like more then just paint over the one you like less.
This is so incredible! I can’t wait to make mine! Thanks for the tutorials! If you wanted a less-round version, could you add extra paper mache and clay on the sides? Can’t wait to check out your other videos, but not tonight…I just stayed up until 1am watching all of these. Lol.
I'm happy to have helped inspire a bit. And yes you can add a clay stack on the side or when your beach ball is inflated wrap some masking tape right around a section to modulate the shape however you would like it. :)
Thanks much. To be honest I do not keep mine in the rain and weather at all because I am paranoid about them becoming damaged. The folks I know that do with their own paper mache decorations are Oak Lane Cemetery and Stolloween. The consensus from their videos seems to be that even if they do get a soggy area it can just be dried out and repainted. Personally I believe that if you varnish them right after their final paper clay layer is dry, hit them with drylok, paint them, and then varnish them again then you should be amazingly well sealed against water infiltration. I would just watch out for any parts that come into contact with other surfaces like the base if you are resting them on the ground to be sure that the protection is not scratched off. Joni on the channel 'Ultimate paper mache' is trying out some weatherproof paper clay which incorporates portland cement into the mix. I have not yet tried this but the early tests look promising.
First off you do AMAZING work love the details! Could I ask if you paint the inside of the pumpkin? With paint and waterproofing? Thank you for sharing you are so talented!
Thank you. I do still varnish the outside of the pumpkins but I thought that this was such a simple step that it did not bear repeating. I also released this in November last year and I was in a bit of post Halloween burn out so I wanted to get the video done and out into the web rather than risk it taking another few months.
The lights I use inside the pumpkins are known colloquially by the nickname 'puck lights' because they look like a hockey puck. Finished pumpkins are highly variable in weight based on their size but the one in the video is about 10-12 lbs (I would guess by the heft). Shop around for the puck lights to get the best deal, the link I am sending is for product reference and you might be able to find them cheaper elsewhere: www.amazon.com/Submersible-Waterproof-Underwater-Multi-Color-Founttain/dp/B08S7HC3GX/ref=sr_1_12?crid=36ZZVO21V5O39&keywords=puck+lights+waterproof&qid=1645652800&sprefix=puck+lights+water%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-12
Thanks for sharing I was looking for the same thing. Again a job well done and as a fellow content creator hats off cause this was a lot of work. I wish I had a whole bunch of time to make a family of these. So awesome !!
Of course. You can find them on amazon with the search line 'underwater puck lights.' They come and go with different brands. Never pay too much more than $16 or less for them: www.amazon.com/Idearsen-Waterproof-Changing-Batteries-Operated/dp/B07F32W85T/ref=sxin_14_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc%3Aamzn1.sym.9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc&crid=3O2YX6P4BKQD2&cv_ct_cx=underwater+puck+lights&keywords=underwater+puck+lights&pd_rd_i=B07F32W85T&pd_rd_r=74d9d270-4c7e-4936-a4ea-cd132d3084fe&pd_rd_w=caB5f&pd_rd_wg=xpkgT&pf_rd_p=9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc&pf_rd_r=ED1AHCT0BN0N8MVT8TH4&qid=1659779923&sprefix=underwater+puck+lights%2Caps%2C155&sr=1-1-a73d1c8c-2fd2-4f19-aa41-2df022bcb241-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyMFZVOU9GQ0czSE9RJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzUxNzU5Mko4UERHMFAzUjRGVCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTcxNDk1M1c0SFVNSFJFSEhMTCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3NlYXJjaF90aGVtYXRpYyZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
I was wondering what the papermache layer does for you? Can you put the clay directly on the ball? The reason for the ask is that paper mache invites bugs and rodents. I have lost many an item to them even when sealed and the whole inside of the pumpkin is a tasty treat. I am looking at Joodi's waterproof clay but I am still concerned about the papermache base. P.s. Item were boulders ( in the attic) and 10" round pillars (covered outside)
The mache layer enhances adhesion to the round shape of the ball as naturally the plastic really does not want to stick to the anything that is hydrophilic. It also leaves behind a smooth layer on the inside of the pumpkin. You can skip the mache and go right on to the paper clay if you want though. I just feel it enhances the overall project. Personally I have never had a problem with my pumpkins getting attacked by pests. I had a mold spotting breakout on one of them but that's about it.
I decided to go with white because I knew it would reflect any color of light I decided to put in there. From the V1 I am now using little hockey puck-like led lights which have remotes and multiple color modes
Same overall technique but I cut out a skull face and kept adding layers to accentuate the features. The teeth are separate though and were all individual lumps of paper clay that were stuck on.
A few people have made masks from the design so I know it is possible. I will be making a video on this myself eventually to test it out. As much as I don't like the foam pumpkins I do think that they will make a more comfortable mask due to their reduced weight. If you do a search for 'paper mache pumpkin mask' you should get results from a few folks who have tried it. I'll make an attempt soon enough myself. :)
Hey there! Love this new series… super excited to finish a 30” pumpkin I started last year, but had to put aside. Question for you…. What do you think about making the paper mache paste with the dry lock paint, flour and water? Do you think that would make a more water-resistant paper mache? Or using the dry lock paint for the liquid of the paper clay? I want to do a pumpkin display that can stay out for a couple weeks and even though I am in CA, and we hardly ever get rain, there is some moisture overnight.
If I were to use the idea I would do it with the paper clay. You stand the best chance of it working with that. Mixing the drylok with anything that can be metabolized by a microbe invites them to be able to infiltrate the substance so flour and drylok is risky. Not hugely so mind you but its the kind of thing I wouldn't want to chance. An old haunters trick for waterproofing is to just mix latex paint and drywall joint compound together. They call it monster mud and use it to weatherproof prop fabrics. If you hardly ever get rain I wouldn't sweat the waterproofing too much. A quick coat of urethane and call it a day since drylok is pretty expensive .
Hi! I wanna try this but I'm not sure if it would be too heavy to wear. Do you know aprox how much does yours weight? Also, I'm gonna try it with an air balloon, hope it works.
You can definitely do it with a balloon, just watch out for overnight shrinking due to air loss. Generally around 5-7 lbs depending on how big a pumpkin you make and you can lighten it by using crumpled aluminum foil for internal volume filling
Love the new pumpkins! Also glad we can get rid of the liquid starch (less work when you’re making it yourself). What air paint set up are you using? I’ve never used one before, but this year I’m planning on making a bunch of alien eggs and any way to save time would be appreciated!
Thanks very much and yes please ditch the liquid starch. I did so long ago. It just doesn't seem to help with anything that a little extra pva glue doesn't cover. For just getting into airbrushing I would recommend a compressor with a tank and a very basic cheap airbrush. If you have a large surface area to brush then consider one with an underslung paint container. I have an iwata eclipse brush but really start off cheap so you can get comfortable pulling the thing apart and reassembling it. The key things are a compressor with a tank (just use the highest rated one on amazon with the most reviews), a cleaning kit (I got this one: www.amazon.com/dp/B00UFBJGRM?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details), and I've been using 91% isopropyl alcohol to cut cheap acrylic paint so it will go through the airbrush. It takes about 5 min of mixing it up before it becomes unlumpy and flows again.
I use 'em for everything: www.amazon.com/Submersible-MultiColor-Waterproof-Halloween-Centerpiece/dp/B01N69DNX6/ref=sr_1_5?crid=35FS3GL13LKXD&keywords=waterproof+puck+lights&qid=1662073431&sprefix=waterproof+puck+lights%2Caps%2C88&sr=8-5
I use spar varnish if there is a chance that the project will be outside at all. It works well but you have to make sure you get into all the cracks if you plan to leave your project out in the wind and rain. I can't speak to it working as well as the drylock because I usually use them both if I plan on really weatherproofing a project. You should be fine with spar alone as I used it that way before I got my drylock.
Wow that's alot of work and detail that goes into a paper mache pumpkin...not like the old videos lol...do you mind me asking how long does it take to make one? Love Your work and patience🥰
No prob. The time varies depending on the size of the pumpkin and the level of detail. If I did a tiny basic one I'd be done in two nights worth of work and it would only take that long due to drying time. The one from this video took about six to eight hours of hands on work with drying time spaced between. However, I always work on several pumpkins at a time to maximize my work evenings so while the single one got done in six hours, over about eight hours I completed 3.
I don't use liquid starch anymore in my pumpkins. I never found it helped the mache mix at all and so I don't spend time making it. It was part of the version 1 pumpkin video because the person I was emulating used it but I have since stopped.
Awesome work! Thanks for sharing this series. Once the clear coating is applied, is it safe to be outdoors? I know spar varnish has a bit of an orange/yellow tint to it, but it's great for waterproofing. Does the clear coat protect well from the elements?
I am excessively paranoid about leaving them outside. Theoretically if you varnish them and leave no gaps then water will not penetrate and it's fine. I know that Scott Stoll (one of the folks who inspired me www.stolloween.com) leaves his finished and coated pieces outside. So theoretically... yes, will I ever do it... no. I'll bring my stuff out for Halloween night and leave them all over the place under a roof but I don't fancy long term exposure. I believe oak lane cemetery has done a video on the minimal wear and tear that happens to mache props which get left out. Usually it's just a soggy spot that dries up eventually and needs the odd new coat of paint. In the end, yes the clear coat protects well and I use spar varnish due to the fact that you really need UV protection. Some clear coats don't have it and the sun just strips them over time while spar is more resilient.
@@throughthelookingjar5903 Sourcing supplies can be tough over there. I have had a few folks from the UK who have had trouble. Chat with the folks at: ua-cam.com/channels/h18qVWeyOHH8rmNQGm_C2A.htmlvideos They're in Scotland and I think have their sources more mapped out.
Just wanna say you are seriously like a paper mache pumpkin wizard lol I just started my first one with a trash bag and now I’m getting a beach ball because this looks so much easier and nicer! Also your techniques are much less messy so thank you for all the tips I really enjoyed watching the pumpkin come together!
You're very welcome. I hope your project comes out amazingly. The beach ball is worlds easier than the bag. You don't get as much control over the shape but who cares when you don't have to spend anywhere near the effort of prepping the thing and removing it.
You are the king of pumpkins!!! Simply the best, thank you so much for all your amazing art :)
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Thank you very much. I love making tutorials and giving a little inspiration out when I can :)
Fun videos.
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You have no idea of how grateful I am. I've seen many other tutorials but I didn't like them. I love the details, thank you for this. I can't wait to try it
I'm exceedingly happy that you enjoyed the tutorial. I hope your project comes out great. :)
Omg! Such a great tutorial. I so appreciate all the detail (and time) that you put into your tutorials. I’ve learned a lot regarding how to achieve the detail needed to make a top notch paper mache pumpkin. Gonna start on a smaller level, maybe a largish balloon? 😊
I'm very glad you found the tutorial useful. :) Starting small is a great way to go. There are small beach balls you can get from many dollar stores (depending on where you live) but a balloon will also work quite well.
Wow! I just found your channel and binge watched this full pumpkin series...then realised you have loads more!!!! I've ordered my beach ball! I'm in the UK so may have to find slightly different materials but this tutorial is so detailed I won't have any problems!! Fab content!
I'm glad you enjoyed the videos. The UK can be a bit more problematic to get stuff I agree. Insulation isn't exactly a Tesco or Sainsbury's item. :) I lived in Essex for a few years.
I just did the same thing binged it too!! This was awesome!!
@@lisav.yourmomvillage I'm very glad I could show off a cool project for you :)
I can not agree more.
@@sunnetteparker8292 Thank you :)
That's sweet ...looks so cool
And the technique is very flexible for a wide variety of projects.
Found these just in time to get started on ours for Halloween! Just binged all 11 “episodes” 😂 YOU ARE AN ARTIST AND MAKE IT LOOK SO EASY! Can’t wait to try this with my kids and make memories and a keepsake 🖤🧡🤘🏼
I wish you all the best in your project. Let me know if you have any questions or conundrums along the way :)
I binged watched the whole thing Tday. Next level compared to the first version. Very impressed.
Totally didn't expect the skeleton avalanche effect!! :o
I made two pumpkins using this method. I thoroughly enjoyed making them and will display them proudly, at Halloween time! Thanks for the great tutorials!
Fantastic. I'm so glad you had a good time and I hope you get lots of compliments on Halloween!
BAM! Just when I thought I learned all i needed to make the coolest pumpkin, you did a second version!!! i had JUST finished binging ALL of the 1st tutorial videos (14) and I saw you added new ones. I spent ALL night till now 6am my time in Texas to see the changes you made. I am exhausted and my brain is filled with ideas, so it was totally worth every second, even the kitty breaks! Happy Halloween from Texas to wherever you are and thanks again for ALL your hard work.
Thank you for watching. I'm glad you got a lot of good inspiration from the series. I also have a beginners guide for first time pumpkineers which starts on this video: ua-cam.com/video/ffP9XukGaoE/v-deo.html . If you'd like to watch it then nab some sleep first :)
This pumpkin is amazing!! Love your videos! You're wonderful teacher and such a cool guy!
Now you've got me blushing :)
It seemed that you didn't like the the round shape of the beach ball, if you didn't blow the ball so tight and started doing the paper mache on the top .when it is still wet put a couple of hockey pucks stacked on top of each other covered in plastic wrap and placed them in the center for weight .when it dries take the pucks off the center would be down a bit looking more like a real pumpkin Thumbs UP GREAT JOB
That’s amazing
I'm going to have to try this
You're so amazing ❤ I love how you make your pumpkins, they're so adorable ❤❤❤
I'm glad you're enjoying the videos! :) The pumpkins are a lot of fun and can be made so very many ways. I really enjoy them
Great tutorial on your new process! Pumpkin looks fantastic. Love the kitty break. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you. Every time I saw Samhain come on camera I thought 'I better slow it down...'
Just finished watching this. ready to start my pumpkin. Can’t wait to see what more things you have done!
Thanks for watching and I hope your project comes out great! :) I'd recommend the 'wytch bottle' project from my playlists if you'd like an idea on another cool thing to do.
@@Drachenfang I’m watching that one! Lol
@@xtinefong4542 Awesome. That's one of my favorite projects.
Fantastic series! So helpful. Thank you sooooooo much for sharing those. If you have some info on the kind of lights you used and how to install, would appreciate it.
Omg i love this! Ive been trying to learn to make more of my own halloween stuff. I just binged all the episodes. Im so excited. I smash the subscibe button! Thank you for explaning in such detail for begginers like me. This will be such a fun project to do. I have not done paper mache since i was in 2nd grade. Wish me luck lol
It's a very fun project. Right now I am experimenting with toilet paper instead of insulation fluff to make it easier to get materials for a person who is just starting out. I hope your pumpkin turns out great :)
So amazing. Thank you for such a detailed series 🖤 :::new obsession unlocked:::
You're very welcome :)
Love these pumpkins so much, even the pumpkins in the background of the other videos throughout as well!!!
Also, I recently thought about ways to make little versions of these pumpkins that can become decorative pieces!! One can simply make a grapefruit sized ball out of aluminum foil and go from there!!
Thank you for sharing :)
Thank you for your idea. :) aluminum is great for reducing weight on the larger pumpkins as well. I have some small 6" beach balls that I also use for tiny pumpkins.
This is amazing. Really. Definitely worth all the extra work you put in. I’m very inspired x
Excellent. I'm glad I could help light a spark :)
Amazing! Thank you for showing all the detailed steps and work that goes into these amazing pumkins! I'm going to make my first one this year. Happy Halloween! 🎃🍬
Fantastic! I hope you enjoy the project :)
Super linda felicitaciones me encantó tu trabajo.Simplemente excelente!!!!💗
Muchisimas Gracias :)
I have been watching your older videos first I have a question so you don’t have to use far you can just use the dry lock?
You can. It's all a question of how much waterproofing you feel comfortable with for the amount of weather your pumpkins will need to withstand. I do recommend an outer coat of spar varnish to keep your creations safe from UV sunlight and at least ambient moisture in the air.
it looks so cool! the time and details put into it really paid off pumpkin king
Thanks much. It's a pretty fun and accessible project :)
Omg! This is just inspiring, I am going to make a paper mache pumpkin! I seriously can’t wait to start. 🎃
It's a really fun project. If you start with a smallish one too it will go quickly.
another great job enjoyed it !!!
Thank you :)
Why did you stop adding the liquid starch? Did not adding it make any difference? Love the new pumpkins!
I did not find any appreciable difference with the starch or without so I decided to remove it from the recipe.
Excellent work!Congratulations.May I ask you something.Can we use spray colors?
Thank you. :) You can use whatever you want. If you make it it's your pumpkin and constrained only by the wonderful wings of your whimsy and imagination. A good wide field spray paint would probably cover the surface a lot faster than the airbrush.
@@Drachenfang So, painting with acrylic colors and varnishing with a satin finish varnish? Or it will be so glossy..?Which combination will give me a realistic result?
@@Fragki I like both a satin and a matte. The satin is probably more realistic as most pumpkins have a slight natural shine if their cuticle hasn't been interfered with. It's down to personal preference really. On the up side if you have a spray satin and a spray matte you can apply a slight coat of each to an area and see which you like more then just paint over the one you like less.
Dude! that is badass!
It's perfect
Thank you :)
This is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!
Why thank you. :) It's a fun project
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Stunning! Thank you for the entertaining and informative videos! You're awesome :)
I'm glad you found it fun and helpful :)
This is so incredible! I can’t wait to make mine! Thanks for the tutorials! If you wanted a less-round version, could you add extra paper mache and clay on the sides? Can’t wait to check out your other videos, but not tonight…I just stayed up until 1am watching all of these. Lol.
I'm happy to have helped inspire a bit. And yes you can add a clay stack on the side or when your beach ball is inflated wrap some masking tape right around a section to modulate the shape however you would like it. :)
Great tutorial! Thank you for all the time and effort. How well do these keep in the rain? We get plenty of rain in October 😧
Thanks much. To be honest I do not keep mine in the rain and weather at all because I am paranoid about them becoming damaged. The folks I know that do with their own paper mache decorations are Oak Lane Cemetery and Stolloween. The consensus from their videos seems to be that even if they do get a soggy area it can just be dried out and repainted. Personally I believe that if you varnish them right after their final paper clay layer is dry, hit them with drylok, paint them, and then varnish them again then you should be amazingly well sealed against water infiltration. I would just watch out for any parts that come into contact with other surfaces like the base if you are resting them on the ground to be sure that the protection is not scratched off. Joni on the channel 'Ultimate paper mache' is trying out some weatherproof paper clay which incorporates portland cement into the mix. I have not yet tried this but the early tests look promising.
I wonder how heavy is it at the end? 🤔
That is highly variable depending on the size you make it and how thick you make the walls. The one from the video is about 8-11 lbs roughly.
@@Drachenfang Thank You! :)
First off you do AMAZING work love the details! Could I ask if you paint the inside of the pumpkin? With paint and waterproofing? Thank you for sharing you are so talented!
At the end he says a spray on clear coat. You can probably look for a clear varnish and use that.
love the new version of your pumpkins. Once you're done painting the outside, are you not varnishing it anymore?
Thank you. I do still varnish the outside of the pumpkins but I thought that this was such a simple step that it did not bear repeating. I also released this in November last year and I was in a bit of post Halloween burn out so I wanted to get the video done and out into the web rather than risk it taking another few months.
Bel lavoro!!!!!
Grazie mille :)
What type of lights do you use inside the pumpkins? Also, I'm curious to how much the finished pumpkin weighs. Awesome work! My new favorite channel!
The lights I use inside the pumpkins are known colloquially by the nickname 'puck lights' because they look like a hockey puck. Finished pumpkins are highly variable in weight based on their size but the one in the video is about 10-12 lbs (I would guess by the heft). Shop around for the puck lights to get the best deal, the link I am sending is for product reference and you might be able to find them cheaper elsewhere: www.amazon.com/Submersible-Waterproof-Underwater-Multi-Color-Founttain/dp/B08S7HC3GX/ref=sr_1_12?crid=36ZZVO21V5O39&keywords=puck+lights+waterproof&qid=1645652800&sprefix=puck+lights+water%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-12
Thanks for sharing I was looking for the same thing. Again a job well done and as a fellow content creator hats off cause this was a lot of work. I wish I had a whole bunch of time to make a family of these. So awesome !!
I love it!!! Gonna try! May I ask what kind of light did you use please?
Of course. You can find them on amazon with the search line 'underwater puck lights.' They come and go with different brands. Never pay too much more than $16 or less for them: www.amazon.com/Idearsen-Waterproof-Changing-Batteries-Operated/dp/B07F32W85T/ref=sxin_14_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc%3Aamzn1.sym.9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc&crid=3O2YX6P4BKQD2&cv_ct_cx=underwater+puck+lights&keywords=underwater+puck+lights&pd_rd_i=B07F32W85T&pd_rd_r=74d9d270-4c7e-4936-a4ea-cd132d3084fe&pd_rd_w=caB5f&pd_rd_wg=xpkgT&pf_rd_p=9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc&pf_rd_r=ED1AHCT0BN0N8MVT8TH4&qid=1659779923&sprefix=underwater+puck+lights%2Caps%2C155&sr=1-1-a73d1c8c-2fd2-4f19-aa41-2df022bcb241-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyMFZVOU9GQ0czSE9RJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzUxNzU5Mko4UERHMFAzUjRGVCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTcxNDk1M1c0SFVNSFJFSEhMTCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3NlYXJjaF90aGVtYXRpYyZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
I was wondering what the papermache layer does for you? Can you put the clay directly on the ball? The reason for the ask is that paper mache invites bugs and rodents. I have lost many an item to them even when sealed and the whole inside of the pumpkin is a tasty treat. I am looking at Joodi's waterproof clay but I am still concerned about the papermache base. P.s. Item were boulders ( in the attic) and 10" round pillars (covered outside)
The mache layer enhances adhesion to the round shape of the ball as naturally the plastic really does not want to stick to the anything that is hydrophilic. It also leaves behind a smooth layer on the inside of the pumpkin. You can skip the mache and go right on to the paper clay if you want though. I just feel it enhances the overall project. Personally I have never had a problem with my pumpkins getting attacked by pests. I had a mold spotting breakout on one of them but that's about it.
How do you make the acrylic paint weather resistant - so it lasts years?
I add a coat of spar urethane on top of it.
Did you paint the inside white ? Version 1 I painted the inside yellow and put a tea light artificial candle in there for the evening.
I decided to go with white because I knew it would reflect any color of light I decided to put in there. From the V1 I am now using little hockey puck-like led lights which have remotes and multiple color modes
how did you do the little pumpkin sitting next to the one you just finished?
Same overall technique but I cut out a skull face and kept adding layers to accentuate the features. The teeth are separate though and were all individual lumps of paper clay that were stuck on.
I really enjoyed this series of tutorials. Thank you! Is it possible to use the pumpkin make with this method as a mask? Or is it too heavy ?
A few people have made masks from the design so I know it is possible. I will be making a video on this myself eventually to test it out. As much as I don't like the foam pumpkins I do think that they will make a more comfortable mask due to their reduced weight. If you do a search for 'paper mache pumpkin mask' you should get results from a few folks who have tried it. I'll make an attempt soon enough myself. :)
@@matthewwilson5128 thank you for your reply. Looking forward for a wearable pumpkin mask tutorial from you in the future. All the best!
Hey there! Love this new series… super excited to finish a 30” pumpkin I started last year, but had to put aside.
Question for you…. What do you think about making the paper mache paste with the dry lock paint, flour and water? Do you think that would make a more water-resistant paper mache? Or using the dry lock paint for the liquid of the paper clay? I want to do a pumpkin display that can stay out for a couple weeks and even though I am in CA, and we hardly ever get rain, there is some moisture overnight.
If I were to use the idea I would do it with the paper clay. You stand the best chance of it working with that. Mixing the drylok with anything that can be metabolized by a microbe invites them to be able to infiltrate the substance so flour and drylok is risky. Not hugely so mind you but its the kind of thing I wouldn't want to chance. An old haunters trick for waterproofing is to just mix latex paint and drywall joint compound together. They call it monster mud and use it to weatherproof prop fabrics. If you hardly ever get rain I wouldn't sweat the waterproofing too much. A quick coat of urethane and call it a day since drylok is pretty expensive .
Did you paint white dryloc on the outside too?
Yes. I do the Dryloc everywhere to try to ensure a good seal in case Halloween gets rained out
Hi! I wanna try this but I'm not sure if it would be too heavy to wear. Do you know aprox how much does yours weight? Also, I'm gonna try it with an air balloon, hope it works.
You can definitely do it with a balloon, just watch out for overnight shrinking due to air loss. Generally around 5-7 lbs depending on how big a pumpkin you make and you can lighten it by using crumpled aluminum foil for internal volume filling
@@Drachenfang Thank you so much! You're a genius!
Love the new pumpkins! Also glad we can get rid of the liquid starch (less work when you’re making it yourself).
What air paint set up are you using? I’ve never used one before, but this year I’m planning on making a bunch of alien eggs and any way to save time would be appreciated!
Thanks very much and yes please ditch the liquid starch. I did so long ago. It just doesn't seem to help with anything that a little extra pva glue doesn't cover. For just getting into airbrushing I would recommend a compressor with a tank and a very basic cheap airbrush. If you have a large surface area to brush then consider one with an underslung paint container. I have an iwata eclipse brush but really start off cheap so you can get comfortable pulling the thing apart and reassembling it. The key things are a compressor with a tank (just use the highest rated one on amazon with the most reviews), a cleaning kit (I got this one: www.amazon.com/dp/B00UFBJGRM?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details), and I've been using 91% isopropyl alcohol to cut cheap acrylic paint so it will go through the airbrush. It takes about 5 min of mixing it up before it becomes unlumpy and flows again.
What kind of lighting did you use?
I use 'em for everything: www.amazon.com/Submersible-MultiColor-Waterproof-Halloween-Centerpiece/dp/B01N69DNX6/ref=sr_1_5?crid=35FS3GL13LKXD&keywords=waterproof+puck+lights&qid=1662073431&sprefix=waterproof+puck+lights%2Caps%2C88&sr=8-5
Hi, Do you still use spar varnish? does it work as well as the drylock? we don't have that in Australia
I use spar varnish if there is a chance that the project will be outside at all. It works well but you have to make sure you get into all the cracks if you plan to leave your project out in the wind and rain. I can't speak to it working as well as the drylock because I usually use them both if I plan on really weatherproofing a project. You should be fine with spar alone as I used it that way before I got my drylock.
@@Drachenfang Thanks, its easy to get spar varnish, but not drylock, a double coat will do the trick ;)
How many years do you think this will last?
I still have my first one from 2014; might need a coat of varnish but it's otherwise fine.
Wow that's alot of work and detail that goes into a paper mache pumpkin...not like the old videos lol...do you mind me asking how long does it take to make one? Love Your work and patience🥰
No prob. The time varies depending on the size of the pumpkin and the level of detail. If I did a tiny basic one I'd be done in two nights worth of work and it would only take that long due to drying time. The one from this video took about six to eight hours of hands on work with drying time spaced between. However, I always work on several pumpkins at a time to maximize my work evenings so while the single one got done in six hours, over about eight hours I completed 3.
After watching all the videos still dont know why we made liquid starch or where to use it. Some help please.
I don't use liquid starch anymore in my pumpkins. I never found it helped the mache mix at all and so I don't spend time making it. It was part of the version 1 pumpkin video because the person I was emulating used it but I have since stopped.
@@Drachenfang thank you
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Grazie Signore :)
Awesome work! Thanks for sharing this series.
Once the clear coating is applied, is it safe to be outdoors? I know spar varnish has a bit of an orange/yellow tint to it, but it's great for waterproofing. Does the clear coat protect well from the elements?
I am excessively paranoid about leaving them outside. Theoretically if you varnish them and leave no gaps then water will not penetrate and it's fine. I know that Scott Stoll (one of the folks who inspired me www.stolloween.com) leaves his finished and coated pieces outside. So theoretically... yes, will I ever do it... no. I'll bring my stuff out for Halloween night and leave them all over the place under a roof but I don't fancy long term exposure. I believe oak lane cemetery has done a video on the minimal wear and tear that happens to mache props which get left out. Usually it's just a soggy spot that dries up eventually and needs the odd new coat of paint. In the end, yes the clear coat protects well and I use spar varnish due to the fact that you really need UV protection. Some clear coats don't have it and the sun just strips them over time while spar is more resilient.
And thank you for the compliment :)
Wow this is soooo cool I love it how long from start to finish did this project take?
This one was about six hours of hands on work. The rest is drying time. If you do multiple pumpkins at once though it becomes a lot more efficient.
@@Drachenfang I absolutely love it. It looks amazing, I'm hoping to try it but I'm in Ireland and can't get all the exact supplies you use.
@@throughthelookingjar5903 Sourcing supplies can be tough over there. I have had a few folks from the UK who have had trouble. Chat with the folks at: ua-cam.com/channels/h18qVWeyOHH8rmNQGm_C2A.htmlvideos They're in Scotland and I think have their sources more mapped out.
Uh btw - I know you know this - but the tutorial runs backward - why is this - my maker of my fun crafting times many times over?
It looks amazing ! You sir have pleasantly surprised me. 👍🏼
I'm glad to have helped inspire.
What would the color changing light be called. I want one.