Thank you so much for the opportunity, seriously! We're very grateful! I didn't want to mention it, because I know how I get sidetracked from one project to the next, but I'd really like to build something like a large Fisher Price style playset using the rotocaster! ;) :D
It’s super cool! Is there a way to program a speed curve for the fast-start slow-finish method mentioned in the video? I’m imagining telling the Rotocast the cure time for each resin, and allowing that to stretch/shrink a standard logarithmic curve.
I love that even though the Crafsman is so proficient in multiple crafts, he will still get so excited by something new and go on a whirlwind of exploration. I remember when injection molding caught his imagination and so now I'm excited to see what rabbit hole of discovery this leads us down 😁👍
Thank you for continuing to push the limits of home-production toymaking... and then sharing the process! Your videos are so informative, while always being entertaining!
He's super conscientious about the machine's performance, which I admire. He legit wants to know that it does what it's supposed to. Really fine machine, and great guy!
This is absolutely INCREDIBLE. I remember hitting the last page of Google search results back in the day trying to figure out how to rotocast vinyl without placing a huge order to a factory- this is groundbreaking! So exciting!
Hearing crafsman get so excited at the successful vinyl pull had me grinning from ear to ear! The joy is infectious!! :DD cant wait to see what you guys do with this awesome new method of making toys!
Okay, this is the best video I found on UA-cam. Thank you very much for giving hope to create something of your own with your own hands, which does not require a whole factory to implement. I have been thinking about creating my own doll heads for a very long time, which could be sewn with artificial hair. Alas, in this industry, only plastic hard heads printed on the printer are still available. Now there is hope for the creation of soft like factory heads. Thank you man! Shoot more videos!
I miss you crafsman!!!! So good to see a vid of yours pop up to me again, you where one big help for me to go thru the pandemic!!!!! Cheers froms Brazil!!!
So happy that my DIY sofubi method worked out so well for you! The flexible silicone looks like it is the way to go for this! I think you forgot to mention my name, but it's all ok!
Jonathan, did I not mention your name?!? :| I have it noted (from when I asked how to credit you) so I thought for sure it went into the voiceover. I hate to have missed it. I'll make it up to you since I'll be working on more soft vinyl content. Holler at me on email when you get a chance - I want to send you some of these vinyl figures.
@@cjcarver6290 That is an interesting and sticky question. The movie "adaptation" of Stephen King's Lawnmower Man, which King later sued to have his name removed from because it was a mixture of King's story and another titled "Cyber God." That name is hilarious due to the connotations the word cyber gained in the early days of the internet. I am referencing the film when Jobe, the titular Lawnmower Man, is in a large Aerotrim, or multi-axis trainer, that pilots, astronauts, and web based deities all use to train. Seeing this awesome Rotocaster immediately brought this insane movie to mind. Hope that explains it!
I need to thank you for making these videos. I have been thinking about making my own toys like this for a while now and really didn't know where to start. even contacting some of the other sculptor/casting UA-camrs seeking advice has left me with an empty inbox. i really appreciate all the work you have put into this.
wow these videos are incredible. Not only are you great at communicating and educating. But the detail and quality of the video production is also top notch. Great work
So exciting to see you working on this stuff! I'm definitely in the market for a benchtop rotocasting machine, and that one definitely fits the bill. And that VINYL - So amazing to see a DIY version!
Hey buddy! Thanks so much, as always! I really appreciate you. And I neglected to show in the video, but the inner and outer rotation speeds can be set independently. :)
Man you can hear the excitement in your voice at the very beginning of this video. I knew it was going to be a good one! Then again, they are always good!
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I love these videos. Such a chill style and awesome to see the rotocast digital 12 in action 😊
Love your channel Crafsman. I'm so happy that you can pursue your passion in this way. Just got my stickers in the mail. Thank you so much. ❤ I am blessed by having you here. Thank you.
You legit do not understand what you’ve done. You broke down the giant iron doors of sofubi and opened the kingdom to EVERYONE. I’ve had this idea in my head for a while now, but couldn’t figure out the heating part. I don’t have the space for a large oven (japan…) so it wasn’t something I could test. But you could, and you did, and it works. I feel validated. I’m figuring out now how to get a small oven shoved in here somewhere… 😅 Wow. You have my eternal thanks for this. 🙇♂️ (you also basically made rotocasting unnecessary)
Hey, thank you SO MUCH for the encouraging words! I really do get a lot of motivation from comments like this. ALSO... before getting an oven, consider taking a look at the chemical/"fryer" type units. This is the next thing I want to try, because it's closer to what's done overseas, and I have a feeling it releases less fumes than oven-curing (although I do have a vent pulling fumes through a carbon filter to outside, as well as a respirator). I'm wishing you success!
Ive seen sand casting...lost wax casting...even a guy who rotocasted plaster to do metal parts... there's always options or a way...not going to lie...im a little jealous of the new rotocaster....lol
I was thinking to make a comment suggesting using metal dust to impregnate the si molds. Then a moment later the magic sock was adding copper. Brilliant. I may never make sufubi but watching your and Craftsfams progression is a wonderful thing. Thanks again for sharing your excitement with us all. I’ve had an exciting idea about tesselating motion sculptures that need molding skills… I’m too shy to ask.
He's mentioned some of the music he likes before, and there were some that leaned alternative like The White Stripes, and I might be mis-remembering, but it was that Depeche Mode was a favorite. As someone who got Violator...(on cassette lol) for a high school graduation gift that resonates.
Thank you. Sometimes, Im not very motivated to work on my own crafts. But your videos always get me pumped up to try out the tips on my own. Thank you so much for being you, Crafsman
Awesome video. Even after finding out the entire Sofubi making process I decided that I'd still want to go the way of the silicone mold. I think I will consider an electro-plating setup for doing chrome and metal on plastics. Video actually helped figure out some things I wasn't sure about. Thank you so much!
Crafsman, that is very very Event Horizon - especially 'cause we don't need eyes where we're going, we can play with them nice soft figures with our fingers!
@thecrafsman , You make the bad days brighter. Thank you for being a springwell of inspiration to creatives, and a positive encouraging role model to other creatives. STEADY CRAFTIN Friend!
Fantastic, entertaining, educational video, as always. You do such wonderful work, Crafsman. How often did you have a failed figure once you got the gang molds running?
Usually it'll be a situation where the whole batch is under-cooked, or either they all worked. I HAVE had a couple times where the end figures in the gang mold cured better than the inside, but like I said, it's usually all or none. It will depend on your mold size/thickness as well as oven capabilities (ie. is it a convection, etc.?). We've also thought about whether or not an "air fryer" would work.
Impressive. PVC is tricky. It is chemically not very stable so it breaks down rapidly at elevated temperatures. Thus the browned castings when you overdo it.
That's crazy how you can find 3d printers that make things from raw material for cheaper than some that just does constant rotations in different directions.
Ooh! I’d never even considered rotocasting could be viable at a hobby/small scale before! I would just sit and watch that thing and be mesmerized by the movement. 🤣 Just like with my 3D printers… 12 years later and I still love watching them print. I wonder if there’s a way to combine rotocast with heating the vinyl suspension stuff. 🤔 Heated spinning vats of liquid may be a little too spooky. Haha
Its been a while. But glad i caught this video today. I am not the one that sent him that. Just a subscriber and enjoy watching Steady Craftin in progress. Like Bob Ross. Aloha.
It is such an honor to see the Rotocast Digital 12 featured on your channel CrafsMan!! Thank you!
Thank you so much for the opportunity, seriously! We're very grateful!
I didn't want to mention it, because I know how I get sidetracked from one project to the next, but I'd really like to build something like a large Fisher Price style playset using the rotocaster! ;) :D
That would be amazing!!@@TheCrafsMan
It’s super cool!
Is there a way to program a speed curve for the fast-start slow-finish method mentioned in the video? I’m imagining telling the Rotocast the cure time for each resin, and allowing that to stretch/shrink a standard logarithmic curve.
Yes! That's totally possible.@@kaitlyn__L
@@kaitlyn__Li don't know if it's baked into the controller but it should be possible to write that
I love that even though the Crafsman is so proficient in multiple crafts, he will still get so excited by something new and go on a whirlwind of exploration. I remember when injection molding caught his imagination and so now I'm excited to see what rabbit hole of discovery this leads us down 😁👍
Thank you for continuing to push the limits of home-production toymaking... and then sharing the process! Your videos are so informative, while always being entertaining!
The Rotocast is really well designed. I’ve known Chad for several years and you can tell he enjoys and takes pride in making quality products.
He's super conscientious about the machine's performance, which I admire. He legit wants to know that it does what it's supposed to. Really fine machine, and great guy!
This is absolutely INCREDIBLE. I remember hitting the last page of Google search results back in the day trying to figure out how to rotocast vinyl without placing a huge order to a factory- this is groundbreaking! So exciting!
Never miss a video from the Crafs Man. You really set the bar for chill wholesome videos
Crafsman is a mixture of Bob Ross, Mr Wizard and the cinematics of Alton Brown. Pretty much perfect for my Gen X sensibilities. Thanks so much.
Hearing crafsman get so excited at the successful vinyl pull had me grinning from ear to ear! The joy is infectious!! :DD cant wait to see what you guys do with this awesome new method of making toys!
Okay, this is the best video I found on UA-cam. Thank you very much for giving hope to create something of your own with your own hands, which does not require a whole factory to implement. I have been thinking about creating my own doll heads for a very long time, which could be sewn with artificial hair. Alas, in this industry, only plastic hard heads printed on the printer are still available. Now there is hope for the creation of soft like factory heads. Thank you man! Shoot more videos!
I love how different, but still distinct your son's sculpting style is! That's really cool
Lol. Loved the Event Horizon remark. 😂
lol me too, and I agree with him, no desire to see it ever again!
I literally recoiled in horror from the screen at the thought of Crafsman watching Event Horizon.
It's amazing that home-made sofubi are a reality! Thank you for this wild and exciting video and all of your work on this!
Hey, thank you for the motivation along the way! I'm still pushing to make it better (I think incorporating metal will maybe help). :)
The joy when you finally got it to work was obvious and delightful to see!
bro my son and i have watched your videos since the beginning it’s great to see you’re still at it great video bro
I miss you crafsman!!!! So good to see a vid of yours pop up to me again, you where one big help for me to go thru the pandemic!!!!! Cheers froms Brazil!!!
So happy that my DIY sofubi method worked out so well for you! The flexible silicone looks like it is the way to go for this! I think you forgot to mention my name, but it's all ok!
Jonathan, did I not mention your name?!? :| I have it noted (from when I asked how to credit you) so I thought for sure it went into the voiceover. I hate to have missed it. I'll make it up to you since I'll be working on more soft vinyl content. Holler at me on email when you get a chance - I want to send you some of these vinyl figures.
You've got the spinny, flippy thing (Rotocaster) so we can finally have a toy become The Lawnmower Man. Hooray!
Lawnmower Man? Stephen King's Lawnmower man?
@@cjcarver6290 That is an interesting and sticky question. The movie "adaptation" of Stephen King's Lawnmower Man, which King later sued to have his name removed from because it was a mixture of King's story and another titled "Cyber God." That name is hilarious due to the connotations the word cyber gained in the early days of the internet. I am referencing the film when Jobe, the titular Lawnmower Man, is in a large Aerotrim, or multi-axis trainer, that pilots, astronauts, and web based deities all use to train. Seeing this awesome Rotocaster immediately brought this insane movie to mind. Hope that explains it!
Haven't heard anyone reference this film in a whiiiiiiiiiiile! :D
These lil critters are adorable! Glad you found a good way to make them in vinyl! 😊
You can tell the crafsman is pumped for this, he’s talking faster. Big ❤crafsman
I need to thank you for making these videos. I have been thinking about making my own toys like this for a while now and really didn't know where to start. even contacting some of the other sculptor/casting UA-camrs seeking advice has left me with an empty inbox. i really appreciate all the work you have put into this.
wow these videos are incredible. Not only are you great at communicating and educating. But the detail and quality of the video production is also top notch. Great work
Your videos are amazing. I Like the entire vibe. Bob Ross-esque.
Two of my favorite channels working together!
So exciting to see you working on this stuff! I'm definitely in the market for a benchtop rotocasting machine, and that one definitely fits the bill. And that VINYL - So amazing to see a DIY version!
Hey buddy! Thanks so much, as always! I really appreciate you.
And I neglected to show in the video, but the inner and outer rotation speeds can be set independently. :)
You have motivated me. I have always wanted to create toys and things like that. Now I know it’s within my grasp. Thank you very much.
Man you can hear the excitement in your voice at the very beginning of this video. I knew it was going to be a good one! Then again, they are always good!
I love these videos. Such a chill style and awesome to see the rotocast digital 12 in action 😊
Your voice is so soothing. And you are funny!
The soft figure saga continues! Can't wait to dive into this one, Crafsman!
Finally, a soft-vinyl-at-home video! There's surprising few resources on it on YT. Glad that you decided to try a hand at it!
So psyched this came up during my lunch break! Always worth the wait, sir! God bless!
I always feel like I’m settling in to watch my favorite TV show when I see a post from TheCrafsMan!
I love how much you get excited about this topic!
It's interesting and I really enjoyed this relaxing, yet teaching episode, Crafsman!
The event horizon comment had me clicking subscribe, that “oh my god” told me all I need to know about this channel, and great video and review.
The smooth easy listening of the craftman. I enjoy your videos, thank you for your work.
Awesome work from you and your whole Craft family!
Love your channel Crafsman. I'm so happy that you can pursue your passion in this way. Just got my stickers in the mail. Thank you so much. ❤
I am blessed by having you here. Thank you.
wonderful to hear your son involved in the process, that shirt figure looks so cool!
You legit do not understand what you’ve done. You broke down the giant iron doors of sofubi and opened the kingdom to EVERYONE. I’ve had this idea in my head for a while now, but couldn’t figure out the heating part. I don’t have the space for a large oven (japan…) so it wasn’t something I could test. But you could, and you did, and it works. I feel validated. I’m figuring out now how to get a small oven shoved in here somewhere… 😅
Wow. You have my eternal thanks for this. 🙇♂️
(you also basically made rotocasting unnecessary)
Hey, thank you SO MUCH for the encouraging words! I really do get a lot of motivation from comments like this.
ALSO... before getting an oven, consider taking a look at the chemical/"fryer" type units. This is the next thing I want to try, because it's closer to what's done overseas, and I have a feeling it releases less fumes than oven-curing (although I do have a vent pulling fumes through a carbon filter to outside, as well as a respirator).
I'm wishing you success!
@@TheCrafsManif you have a kiln, can you use that?
Craft son is a certified craft genius
holy sh*t how timely!! making toys rn, and this upload is what I needed. TQ CrafsMan
Please do more ASMR in the shop! It is some of the most relaxing stuff on the planet!
Ive seen sand casting...lost wax casting...even a guy who rotocasted plaster to do metal parts... there's always options or a way...not going to lie...im a little jealous of the new rotocaster....lol
Amazing dedication to experimentation.
I was thinking to make a comment suggesting using metal dust to impregnate the si molds. Then a moment later the magic sock was adding copper. Brilliant. I may never make sufubi but watching your and Craftsfams progression is a wonderful thing. Thanks again for sharing your excitement with us all.
I’ve had an exciting idea about tesselating motion sculptures that need molding skills… I’m too shy to ask.
impregnate lol
big love to the one and only. big love!
I didn't not expect a reference to The Pixies "Where Is My Mind?" in a Crafsman video!
He's mentioned some of the music he likes before, and there were some that leaned alternative like The White Stripes, and I might be mis-remembering, but it was that Depeche Mode was a favorite. As someone who got Violator...(on cassette lol) for a high school graduation gift that resonates.
I think the fumes finally got to him... heh
Ma, been watching you for ages. Your vids always give me the good vibes. Thanks! ❤
Was that a little bit of Pixies - Where is my mind? Lovely video as usual. You're excitement is infectious.
Amazing. Simply amazing. Thanks for breaking down the soft vinyl wall!
"I have mo desire to ever watch again" 😂 The amount of times I've said that about a "blockbuster" film.
Crafsman you never fail to amaze me. I have loved watching your channel from when it was a lil one to now!
Thank you. Sometimes, Im not very motivated to work on my own crafts. But your videos always get me pumped up to try out the tips on my own. Thank you so much for being you, Crafsman
This is so cool! I love the feel of vinyl toys. It would be so cool to see a full playset in your style.
I love seeing you get so excited for doing something you've always wanted to try! Love the Pixies reference as well.
Also, I don't know why, but super 8 style footage (I wouldn't be surprised if you used a real super 8 camera for that) is so satisfying!
Awesome video. Even after finding out the entire Sofubi making process I decided that I'd still want to go the way of the silicone mold. I think I will consider an electro-plating setup for doing chrome and metal on plastics. Video actually helped figure out some things I wasn't sure about. Thank you so much!
Wow your channel is such a positive vibe while learning something new! This is what our model should be for our school systems CrafsMan
SO EXCITED about this!!! SOFUBI! xoxo
Oh man rotocasting is so friggin cool
AWESOME !! well done! Huge thank you !
Love me some Pixies……and some Crafsman of course. Once again happy to see you get excited about your new toys.
I've been looking for a way to make sofubi in my little worshop for so long... 😮 This method seems great! Thank you so much for your video!
Thank you again for sharing what you learn with us. Bless y'all CrafsFamily.
hands down your production is amazing! Thank you for your work!
I have no idea how i got recommended this video but im fascinated and have to check out all the other ones now
Crafsman you are a genius!! This is mind blowingly cool man
ooh the smoothicity!
I always love seeing these videos. Makes me happy
Crafsman, that is very very Event Horizon - especially 'cause we don't need eyes where we're going, we can play with them nice soft figures with our fingers!
"..a movie that I never want to watch again." Yeah, that one gave me nightmares for years. Lol.
Absolutely mind blowing stuff Crafsman!! Fantastic video!!
What Crafsman!!! The shoutout I wasn't expecting that LOL I just flipped out
This was so dang enjoyable to watch. I saw you mentioned electro plating. Have you seen @Hen3Drik here? Does 3D Electroplating tutorials
Uncle Jessy! :D Thank you so much, sir! And I'm about to check out Hen3Drik's channel! :D Thanks again!
This is a stupendous video! I really love the progress and someday hope to make my own toy line using a lot of the techniques in your videos.
I remember getting a little soft vinyl alien dude at an arcade a long time ago
Me too
@thecrafsman , You make the bad days brighter.
Thank you for being a springwell of inspiration to creatives, and a positive encouraging role model to other creatives.
STEADY CRAFTIN Friend!
I love this! Such great information, thank you!
I look forward to these every time.
Fantastic, entertaining, educational video, as always. You do such wonderful work, Crafsman.
How often did you have a failed figure once you got the gang molds running?
Usually it'll be a situation where the whole batch is under-cooked, or either they all worked. I HAVE had a couple times where the end figures in the gang mold cured better than the inside, but like I said, it's usually all or none.
It will depend on your mold size/thickness as well as oven capabilities (ie. is it a convection, etc.?). We've also thought about whether or not an "air fryer" would work.
Mind. Blown. Thank you Crafsman! I was just experimenting with some plastisol!
It's here!
2:09 HAHAHA I got about two minutes into that film and gave up on it right then 😂
Impressive. PVC is tricky. It is chemically not very stable so it breaks down rapidly at elevated temperatures. Thus the browned castings when you overdo it.
I found your channel today, just loved it. Great job Crafsman
13:00 Mee-Maow! Henlo Kitty! 🐱
Wow, Crafson is really talented!
That's crazy how you can find 3d printers that make things from raw material for cheaper than some that just does constant rotations in different directions.
The craft man
Break it down while u build it up!
You make us all so proud
Awesome!!! Great job! Your vinyl looks rad!
Wow!!!! Glad you kept going! Awesome!!! ❤
I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thank you.
Time 12:31 ,What is the white liquid you pouring to the mold? Where can i get some?
Opening with Event Horizon and closing with the Pixies.
Class.
I love learning about toy making! It's so interesting! :)
Ooh! I’d never even considered rotocasting could be viable at a hobby/small scale before! I would just sit and watch that thing and be mesmerized by the movement. 🤣 Just like with my 3D printers… 12 years later and I still love watching them print.
I wonder if there’s a way to combine rotocast with heating the vinyl suspension stuff. 🤔 Heated spinning vats of liquid may be a little too spooky. Haha
Great work as always.
Very cool! 😲🙌 Thanks for all of your hard work and for sharing ✌️🎶
Its been a while. But glad i caught this video today. I am not the one that sent him that. Just a subscriber and enjoy watching Steady Craftin in progress. Like Bob Ross. Aloha.