Just about every time I make a video, I think "Mannn, I SHOULD have mentioned this also." One of those things is: OF COURSE you can use something like a massager or sander with sandpaper removed to vibrate bubbles out of the mold. When making the Free-Range Chicken, we used a dual-head back massager and it worked very well. It may be ideal to fill the mold PARTIALLY, hit it with the vibration while you tilt it at different angles to allow any trapped bubbles to escape, then fill it the rest of the way and hit it with vibration some more. Happy casting to you! Steady Craftin videos are made with the help of DIRECT SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/steadycraftin (You'll also get access to the printable 3D scans of my original sculpted figures, MP3s, exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, shop discounts, and more.) My family and I are so grateful that I get to do this.
@@flapjack6495 I imagine it would, in some way. But might not be the most efficient. Also remember you can rotate the mold mold around and tap-tap-tap the bottom and sides with your hand.
I was just thinking, "I wonder why I haven't seen any crafsman video on my feed lately, am I subscribed?" and I was subscribed, they just never appeared. So this makes me think it has something to do with the youtube algorythm. The quality of your videos is outstanding, and I say this with love. I have heard of youtubers changing their thumbnail design to appeal to the algorythm. I hope this helps Crafsman, we want to see you thrive!!
I was one of those folks who emailed you regarding bubbles and you very kindly replied with a detailed and thoughtful email with tons of ideas. THANK YOU CRAFSMAN... you da best!
I'm sorry Crafsman, but your channel is the highest quality channel on UA-cam. Every aspect is the perfect balance of well thought out creativity and random humor.
CrafsMan, while you searched for cups at the end, your singing made me very happy, because I realized that YOU MUST BE HAPPY to be singing, while you fiddle around getting things done. That’s really nice.
Awwww YEAH, Uncle Jessy! :D I'm excited for you, sir! Holler at me if I can be of assistance. But I don't think you'll have any problems. Mold-making ain't no hill for a stepper like Uncle Jessy! ;)
Your tone Your style Your teaching style Your musical talents Your crafts Your anecdotes Your videos on random things as well All of these are truly a blessing Crafsman. Thanks for taking the time in this short life to entertain and teach us. Can't wait for you to break a million subscribers. It's gonna happen my dude.
“Crafsman, you’re so ridiculous”. - correction: Crafsman you’re perfectly ridiculous, or more correctly ridiculously perfect! Thank you for sharing your wonderful self with us.
@craftycrumbs - I was going to mention that many terrain crafters use this heat and layer technique to remove bubbles in their, clear-resin, streams, rivers, and bodies-of-water. Great to see this comment!
Crafsman, the quality in the video is you, and Crafsfamily. If people need music in the videos for them to be better, then they need to turn on their radio in the background.
I don't use resin. But, I use chocolate these tips help me too using food safe things and either way I'm watching this video! 😊 Thank you! 🤗 Love your videos!!! 😎
@@andy-in-indy similar to this when working with molds you get bubbles in the chocolate. The holes where bubbles were mess up the final result. Those are great ideas I do know people use powdered sugar, cocoa powder and corn starch at times.
You’re blowing my mind with the music! Oh yeah, got my T-shirt yesterday and I’m wearing it to do all my crafting in hopes of channeling your creativity.
Glad you like that! Thank you for letting me know. :D It was something I had no idea about until a few videos back. I know how much I would enjoy that on other videos, so I like to add it to my ones. :D
I saw your astronaut chicken sculpt video and I felt so relaxed and inspired about my craft. Sincerely I thought that you should get an academy award for your videos, your work and your tutorials! Best wishes...
Crafsman, I don't use resin yet but I have to tell you, I find your videos so interesting and the wonderful gentle way you speak just makes me feel relaxed and happy in your company, that I watched this video anyway. You are an interesting man with a gorgeous voice and when you say, 'come on now,' I find myself smiling happily. God bless you Crafsman. You are one of a kind!
Was just chillin in bed, YTin some cement crafts, just asked for some for my Bday. Hubby was tryin to sleep. 5 seconds into finding you, i started laughin. He started laughin.... You kept us up all night! Lol YOU ARE HILARIOUS! 😂😂😂😂
I only found this channel recently but it's by far my new favourite on UA-cam 😌 thanks for the bubble advise craftsman! My future resin dice projects thank you 😊
Love ya CrafsMan. Ya know I watch your videos because you are a beautiful human being. Haven't done much craftin the past couple years but just enjoy your entire presentation. Keep up your excellent self!
i just wanna say i used to only do pen and paper sort of arts, and a bit of sculpting and minis, but after the wonderful experience this channel (and others that came into my recommended after :) ) has brought me, i've started to study making all sorts of knick knacks and pattywacks, so thank you, crafsman.
I was trying to get to sleep an hour ago and I always look up your videos and put it on the playlist so they automatically play through. Sometimes that’s the only thing that can get me to sleep after a really crappy day. Or crappy year. So extremely stoked to see a new video posted! I hope you’re doing well!
Super useful!!! That's ALWAYS my problem. I have such a small craft area a pressure pot would take up half of it.......and I'm kind of scared of them. LOL. But I keep getting bubbles in my molds and it drives me batty. This was such a great video with so many different solutions!
Is no one going to talk about that "konnichiwa"?!?!😂You sure know how to keep it fresh Crafsman! You got me in a great mood already only 6 seconds into your video! (also I like the new sky background it really brightens the video up.)
Brilliant, as usual - and anything that involves robots gets an automatic thumbs up from me! :) Here's another tip for reducing boobles - and helping your casting material flow into tiny nooks and crevices: heat your mold first! Use a hairdryer or hot air gun (set on low, or held a long way back!) or, even better, leave your mold to soak in hot water for ten minutes. Let it dry off (and it'll dry quite quickly cos it's already warm) and then pour your goo into it: the heat will reduce the viscosity of the goo and make it easier for the boobles to rise to the surface. It works particularly well if you're casting in a material that hardens when it cools - like chocolate or sugary candy stuff. The warm mold keeps it warm for longer and lets it flow into every little detail.
A lot of people spray mold release thinking that that will help make the bubbles Escape but it doesn't talcum powder or baby powder helps release bubbles trapped in tight areas or crevices. The only downfall about using the baby powder your molds will dry out quicker from the baby powder. So after so many pulls of a particular mold I will spray them down with mold release so that way the mold can get lubricated and I could get more extended life out of the mold. I notice you use Specialty Resin resins I have been using them for years that's what I cast my models with.
Bingo! Your videos are what I've been looking for - several ways to do molding with inexpensive products & a variety of projects - and with a casual easygoing host.
The knowledge and information that you bring forth is amazing.....truly! But you lighting, your lighting skills......I am a believer in the moods that you create. So, so good. Warmth. We have seen vids where you have discussed the lights and filters that you use that help in creating the atmosphere that you wish to share, but still.....beyond comparison! From the smallest, general thing, right down to a focused topic/feature, it's the attention to every detail.
I've been a fan for years now and I'm still so filled with joy getting to listen and watch every new video. Funny, sweet, so informative, knowledgeable and motivating!!! I grew up watching Bob Ross (like many of your viewers judging by your comments 🤣) and I loved him, and your videos manage to make me feel just as good if not better. You make the world feel so big and full. Keep on crafting 🥰🥰🥰🥰!!
I don't know how you can add quality on already perfect videos. Also, you do not get enough creds for the music production you do for your videos. It always feels 100% appropiate for what the video is about. Thank you for being you Crafsman. Sending lots of love from Norway ❤
“I do not want to fool with a pressure pot. That makes me nervous.” I knew this was the video for me but that moment sold it 😂 I still clench a little using my instant pot, much less a whole extra set up.
I'm loving the format, and your sense of humor. It feels good knowing you, and your whole community of crafters, like myself, are still smiling and making dreams real. Thanks my man.
Crafsman! Another great tool to prevent any kind of bubbles in your casts is a silicon brush you normaly use for cooking and baking. veery cheap and even if there is still some resin on the brush you can easily remove it since it is silicon :D Try it :)
Love it, especially the powder trick. I want the pressure pot, but it would make my wife unhappy on several levels. Good to hear about practical alternatives.
One trick I've tried which works some is to heat the resin to make it flow better. It also makes the resin set faster, but for clear epoxies that can be a benefit.
Honestly I prefer him on UA-cam Just because he has more creative freedom and is in Dogtown by corporate mandates which I feel would just break his spirit
I do a combination of some or all of these depending on the detail and time of year. I've also learned it's a good idea to mindful of the temperature range your resin requires. In fall and winter I integrate a Rubbermade tub into the mix. I fill that bad boy up with hot water and then I just toss my jugs of resin in there to warm up. Once the water has cooled to close to ambient temperature I just toss the tub of water in my garden and get to mixing my warmed up resin.
Just about every time I make a video, I think "Mannn, I SHOULD have mentioned this also." One of those things is:
OF COURSE you can use something like a massager or sander with sandpaper removed to vibrate bubbles out of the mold.
When making the Free-Range Chicken, we used a dual-head back massager and it worked very well. It may be ideal to fill the mold PARTIALLY, hit it with the vibration while you tilt it at different angles to allow any trapped bubbles to escape, then fill it the rest of the way and hit it with vibration some more.
Happy casting to you!
Steady Craftin videos are made with the help of DIRECT SUPPORT:
www.patreon.com/steadycraftin
(You'll also get access to the printable 3D scans of my original sculpted figures, MP3s, exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, shop discounts, and more.)
My family and I are so grateful that I get to do this.
do you think if i set the mold on a washing machine that would help?
@@flapjack6495 I imagine it would, in some way. But might not be the most efficient. Also remember you can rotate the mold mold around and tap-tap-tap the bottom and sides with your hand.
@@TheCrafsMan yeah true, I love the videos by the way super helpful and informative!
CrafsMan, if you had your own Saturday morning cartoon what would it be like?
People talk about your crafs and your relaxation but your comedic timing is amazing too
And hes so handsome.
Bob Ross of crafts. Lol little letters here and a few bubbles lol .
The CrafsMan is a multi-talented CrafsMan.
Couldn’t agree more!
Absolutely. Man of many talents, the CrafsMan
I was just thinking, "I wonder why I haven't seen any crafsman video on my feed lately, am I subscribed?" and I was subscribed, they just never appeared. So this makes me think it has something to do with the youtube algorythm. The quality of your videos is outstanding, and I say this with love. I have heard of youtubers changing their thumbnail design to appeal to the algorythm. I hope this helps Crafsman, we want to see you thrive!!
Don't let the algorithm discombogulate you, Crafsman. Your videos have quality ALL up in them. Coolnicity lookin'.
I was one of those folks who emailed you regarding bubbles and you very kindly replied with a detailed and thoughtful email with tons of ideas. THANK YOU CRAFSMAN... you da best!
Glad to help, my friend! Thank you for taking time to encourage today!
I'm sorry Crafsman, but your channel is the highest quality channel on UA-cam. Every aspect is the perfect balance of well thought out creativity and random humor.
Every video teaches me a shortcut to avoid errors in my craft. Thank you for these productions
Hes just such a beacon of positivity, I love it so much
CrafsMan, while you searched for cups at the end, your singing made me very happy, because I realized that YOU MUST BE HAPPY to be singing, while you fiddle around getting things done. That’s really nice.
Attempting my first molds soon! Can’t wait.
Awwww YEAH, Uncle Jessy! :D I'm excited for you, sir! Holler at me if I can be of assistance.
But I don't think you'll have any problems. Mold-making ain't no hill for a stepper like Uncle Jessy! ;)
It's addictive!
Me too! I'm attempting a silicone cast next weekend, so I've been cramming all CrafsMan's casting videos. I'll be using all the tricks in this video.
He's a musician 😲. This man must have buckets of talent in his workshop next to the resin or something
I'm a simple old woman. I see Crafsman notification, I click, like , subscribe.
He is one of UA-cam's gifts :)
Clickspring any?
"Thats not really a stylistic thing" You had me fooled Crafsman 😀
Your tone
Your style
Your teaching style
Your musical talents
Your crafts
Your anecdotes
Your videos on random things as well
All of these are truly a blessing Crafsman. Thanks for taking the time in this short life to entertain and teach us. Can't wait for you to break a million subscribers. It's gonna happen my dude.
“Crafsman, you’re so ridiculous”. - correction: Crafsman you’re perfectly ridiculous, or more correctly ridiculously perfect! Thank you for sharing your wonderful self with us.
Get A Room
Correction: Crafsman, you're perfectly ridiculous… ***you're*** 😊
Thank you for the bird sounds in the background. Its been snowy and silent where I live for about a month, and it did me well to hear.
Heat guns are also great too! But they tend to cure the top layer faster than the rest. So best when pouring in layers; pour, heat gun, then repeat.
@craftycrumbs - I was going to mention that many terrain crafters use this heat and layer technique to remove bubbles in their, clear-resin, streams, rivers, and bodies-of-water. Great to see this comment!
Snap! Good one! I've only ever done this with clear epoxy (and it worked NICELY). Thanks for adding!
Crafsman, the quality in the video is you, and Crafsfamily. If people need music in the videos for them to be better, then they need to turn on their radio in the background.
First time watching one of your videos. I have to say that you are kind of a "Fred Rogers" of crafting. Very Cool!
I don't use resin. But, I use chocolate these tips help me too using food safe things and either way I'm watching this video! 😊 Thank you! 🤗 Love your videos!!! 😎
Nice, you use a reuseable material so if it doesn't come out right the first time you can just melt and re-pour.
Can you use powdered sugar or cocoa mix instead of baby powder? I have only done chocolates once and don't know what issues someone runs into.
@@igknightlord63 yup very true! Which on a time crunch gets annoying BUT definitely better than having to throw it out and start again. 🙌🏼
@@andy-in-indy similar to this when working with molds you get bubbles in the chocolate. The holes where bubbles were mess up the final result. Those are great ideas I do know people use powdered sugar, cocoa powder and corn starch at times.
@@andy-in-indy probably, just make sure what you use doesn't disolve into ot change the texture of the mold or materials
You’re blowing my mind with the music! Oh yeah, got my T-shirt yesterday and I’m wearing it to do all my crafting in hopes of channeling your creativity.
Where do I get a Crafsman t shirt?
@@2degucitas look in the description box below the video, and you’ll find a link to Crafsman’s Etsy store.
You Have Jungle Fever
I don't even work with resin but my anxiety has been really bad and his voice is so calming and his humor is amazing, this is lovely I love him
you’s a fountain of endless knowledge crafsman
Craftsman's voice is the definition of chill!
How am I just discovering you? Your channel is absolute gold!
It's a shame that your views aren't higher. Your channel is always quality content. Stay warm!
Oh I LOVE the chapters, can pull out the technique I want to review, thank you so much Crafsman!
Glad you like that! Thank you for letting me know. :D It was something I had no idea about until a few videos back.
I know how much I would enjoy that on other videos, so I like to add it to my ones. :D
I saw your astronaut chicken sculpt video and I felt so relaxed and inspired about my craft.
Sincerely I thought that you should get an academy award for your videos, your work and your tutorials!
Best wishes...
My word! He can play too! Is there anything you can't do?
We love you too!😊❤
Crafsman, I don't use resin yet but I have to tell you, I find your videos so interesting and the wonderful gentle way you speak just makes me feel relaxed and happy in your company, that I watched this video anyway. You are an interesting man with a gorgeous voice and when you say, 'come on now,' I find myself smiling happily. God bless you Crafsman. You are one of a kind!
Was just chillin in bed, YTin some cement crafts, just asked for some for my Bday. Hubby was tryin to sleep. 5 seconds into finding you, i started laughin. He started laughin.... You kept us up all night! Lol YOU ARE HILARIOUS! 😂😂😂😂
They always ask “How to remove the bubbles”
But never “How are the bubbles”
My bubbles are excellent. Thanks for asking!
@@fredygump5578 Glad to hear!
The opening of this video was so cute and now i have KNOWLEDGE. i am forever grateful for crafsman
I swear some streaming service needs to pickup TheCrafsMan Show. Kudos! Always informative, funny and relaxing.
Sunday mornin Crafsman. Best thing since Saturday morning cartoons
I only found this channel recently but it's by far my new favourite on UA-cam 😌 thanks for the bubble advise craftsman! My future resin dice projects thank you 😊
Thank you so much for watching! I hope you continue to enjoy the videos, and wish you success with the dice projects! :D
@@TheCrafsMan thanks crafsman! :D
On the pre-shake I was expecting him to say, "shake it like a Polaroid picture." LOL
The quality of this is outstanding. Your evolution is impressive.
Crafsman is consistently the best part of my Sunday.
The timing of this upload is crazy, I just started working with resins and have been trying to figure this out.
No idea how you can ramble on about breaking the speed limit without breaking into furious giggling.
Thanks for the vibes and the inspiration Crafsman
We can always count on you Craftsman to tell it to us straight up, thank you from Helena Montana ♥️
The brass tube thru the mold is a game changer! 🙌 No more glue globs! 😎 Thank you!!
This is hands down the best makin stuff channel.
This is EXACTLY the video I needed. Thank you, Crafsman!
CrafsMan reading minds right thur
Love ya CrafsMan. Ya know I watch your videos because you are a beautiful human being. Haven't done much craftin the past couple years but just enjoy your entire presentation. Keep up your excellent self!
Every day is a great day when you're steady craftin'
i just wanna say i used to only do pen and paper sort of arts, and a bit of sculpting and minis, but after the wonderful experience this channel (and others that came into my recommended after :) ) has brought me, i've started to study making all sorts of knick knacks and pattywacks, so thank you, crafsman.
Any day is made more beautiful by a Crafsman video.
Another great video, all those folks not watching don’t know what they’re missing
with the amount of interaction your channel gets it's gonna be growing even faster in no time.
Hey Crafsman. That distant train sound in the background at around 2:46 is lovely
I was trying to get to sleep an hour ago and I always look up your videos and put it on the playlist so they automatically play through. Sometimes that’s the only thing that can get me to sleep after a really crappy day. Or crappy year.
So extremely stoked to see a new video posted! I hope you’re doing well!
You’re like the bob ross of this I swear haha. Your voice just keeps me calm and I enjoy the content so much!!!!
All of your videos are quality, Crafsman. I watch every single one.
Amen to that!!!
The toothpick method (or bamboo skewer method for me) has been my go to lately. I have found a great deal of success with it!
My wife just got started with resin casting and has been having a little bit of trouble with bubbles. I'm gonna make sure to pass this on to her.
Super useful!!! That's ALWAYS my problem. I have such a small craft area a pressure pot would take up half of it.......and I'm kind of scared of them. LOL. But I keep getting bubbles in my molds and it drives me batty. This was such a great video with so many different solutions!
Is no one going to talk about that "konnichiwa"?!?!😂You sure know how to keep it fresh Crafsman! You got me in a great mood already only 6 seconds into your video! (also I like the new sky background it really brightens the video up.)
crafsman ur videos are always (QUALITY)
This channel is just filled with so much love, nice feels and curiosity to find new knowledge to share
Crafsman, I literally watch your videos multiple times, so I am definitely doing my part to bring your view count up! Haha
Brilliant, as usual - and anything that involves robots gets an automatic thumbs up from me! :)
Here's another tip for reducing boobles - and helping your casting material flow into tiny nooks and crevices: heat your mold first!
Use a hairdryer or hot air gun (set on low, or held a long way back!) or, even better, leave your mold to soak in hot water for ten minutes.
Let it dry off (and it'll dry quite quickly cos it's already warm) and then pour your goo into it: the heat will reduce the viscosity of the goo and make it easier for the boobles to rise to the surface.
It works particularly well if you're casting in a material that hardens when it cools - like chocolate or sugary candy stuff. The warm mold keeps it warm for longer and lets it flow into every little detail.
A lot of people spray mold release thinking that that will help make the bubbles Escape but it doesn't talcum powder or baby powder helps release bubbles trapped in tight areas or crevices. The only downfall about using the baby powder your molds will dry out quicker from the baby powder. So after so many pulls of a particular mold I will spray them down with mold release so that way the mold can get lubricated and I could get more extended life out of the mold. I notice you use Specialty Resin resins I have been using them for years that's what I cast my models with.
"Crafsman, Crafsman, I get bubbles..." I giggled.
that's nice dear
We dont mind the heater. Take care of yourself. As long as you're comfortable, we're comfortable. 😌
Shop Log segment was pretty cool with your theme song! Crafsman is a musician, too!
Great video CrafsMan, you always lift me up brother.
Bingo! Your videos are what I've been looking for - several ways to do molding with inexpensive products & a variety of projects - and with a casual easygoing host.
thanks crafsman, I learn a lot today, you are one of my inspiration, thanks why I'm making toys
Gemar, this does my heart so much good. Thank you, for real. Wishing you the best with toy-making!
The knowledge and information that you bring forth is amazing.....truly! But you lighting, your lighting skills......I am a believer in the moods that you create. So, so good. Warmth.
We have seen vids where you have discussed the lights and filters that you use that help in creating the atmosphere that you wish to share, but still.....beyond comparison! From the smallest, general thing, right down to a focused topic/feature, it's the attention to every detail.
Crafsman is the only person on earth who will be kind to plastic letters.
God Bless you! We love you! I've never done resin I'm actually kind of scared of it but I love watching your videos!!
Crafsman you are always a treasure~ i just wanted to make sure you knew
So very kind of you! Thank you!
Tbh I don't craft much but just really enjoy watching and listening to you crafsman, so relaxing.
I've been a fan for years now and I'm still so filled with joy getting to listen and watch every new video. Funny, sweet, so informative, knowledgeable and motivating!!! I grew up watching Bob Ross (like many of your viewers judging by your comments 🤣) and I loved him, and your videos manage to make me feel just as good if not better. You make the world feel so big and full. Keep on crafting 🥰🥰🥰🥰!!
Thanks Crafsman, I always enjoy your videos and appreciate the care you have for your work and your audience. Love you too.
Ordered my stickers! Thanks Crafsman!
Thank you for your support, so much!
Crafsman, you have a steady day now. I love you.
I don't know how you can add quality on already perfect videos. Also, you do not get enough creds for the music production you do for your videos. It always feels 100% appropiate for what the video is about. Thank you for being you Crafsman. Sending lots of love from Norway ❤
Your clips always make me happy when i feel down. Keep up the awesome work u do CrafsMan!
When using the syringe, you can create a vacuum by blocking the nozzle and pulling the plunger. This will force bubbles out of the silicone too.
We Love Crafsman ❤️
I love how informative it is.
The views aren't your fault, it's our fault. We have to like and comment. Get the algorithm going
Thanks CrafsMan for sharing another great video.
Thank you muchly for sharing your wisdom and humor Crafsman. Stay safe and keep on crafin!
“I do not want to fool with a pressure pot. That makes me nervous.” I knew this was the video for me but that moment sold it 😂 I still clench a little using my instant pot, much less a whole extra set up.
We love you too Craffsman!
Great stuff! Another handy tip is to heat your molds.
Love you Mr Crafsman.
Thank you for the brass tubing tip! I was just using my knife last night to waller out a hole, this looks much easier! Thank you!
I'm loving the format, and your sense of humor. It feels good knowing you, and your whole community of crafters, like myself, are still smiling and making dreams real. Thanks my man.
Thank you Craftsman! For the mold vents (The brass tube trick).
I appreciate it a lot.
Crafsman you inspire me to make stuff, thank you for that.
Crafsman! Another great tool to prevent any kind of bubbles in your casts is a silicon brush you normaly use for cooking and baking. veery cheap and even if there is still some resin on the brush you can easily remove it since it is silicon :D Try it :)
Love it, especially the powder trick. I want the pressure pot, but it would make my wife unhappy on several levels. Good to hear about practical alternatives.
One trick I've tried which works some is to heat the resin to make it flow better. It also makes the resin set faster, but for clear epoxies that can be a benefit.
This guy is a genius, give him his own TV station!
Tv show would be great 👍🏼
I would love it if Weird Al made UHF 2 featuring CrafsMan.
I wouldn't miss a episode
Honestly I prefer him on UA-cam Just because he has more creative freedom and is in Dogtown by corporate mandates which I feel would just break his spirit
@@lawrencevaughn9149 that is a great reason for not going on Tv thanks your so right we don’t want to change him we just luv him for who he is ❤️
The qualité you are injecting is coming through loud and clear. 🙌
I do a combination of some or all of these depending on the detail and time of year. I've also learned it's a good idea to mindful of the temperature range your resin requires. In fall and winter I integrate a Rubbermade tub into the mix. I fill that bad boy up with hot water and then I just toss my jugs of resin in there to warm up. Once the water has cooled to close to ambient temperature I just toss the tub of water in my garden and get to mixing my warmed up resin.
I dont make toys or anything like that but I love this channel! The creativity and editing is amazing. It's just over all enjoyable