My best EPOXY CLAY tips! (It ain't gotta be frustrating.) + SHOP LOG

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  • @TheCrafsMan
    @TheCrafsMan  Рік тому +4

    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.

  • @CharacterDesignForge
    @CharacterDesignForge 2 роки тому +304

    History will mark this video as the point where epoxy sculpt related cases of salmonella dropped off entirely

    • @killerpinkart6173
      @killerpinkart6173 2 роки тому +3

      Wait....what?

    • @StudioHannah
      @StudioHannah 2 роки тому +2

      Hi Brookes! Love your channel :)

    • @CharacterDesignForge
      @CharacterDesignForge 2 роки тому +3

      @@StudioHannah hehe thanks! I hope you saw the recent vid with the Crafsman himself

    • @mzkittyx
      @mzkittyx 2 роки тому +2

      I love the surprises of seeing you cross over with other artists I follow!

    • @TheDreamSyndicateArts
      @TheDreamSyndicateArts 2 роки тому +2

      Somebody needed to raise awareness! 😂

  • @BillMakingStuff
    @BillMakingStuff 2 роки тому +51

    'this when you wanna use it' stage, is the best stage...

    • @FragmentedZombie
      @FragmentedZombie 2 роки тому +1

      My dude I love how you are early 🥰 and I agree with your comment lol

  • @CorneliusCreations
    @CorneliusCreations 2 роки тому +128

    TheCrafsman - The only UA-cam channel that I will quit what I am doing when a new video is uploaded just to watch it.

  • @PoopaPapaPalpatine
    @PoopaPapaPalpatine 2 роки тому +17

    I love Apoxy Sculpt. I don't know how I made anything before I found it.
    Side note, isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) works just as well as the solvent that's sold for Apoxy Sculpt. You get more for your dollar with rubbing alcohol.

  • @Kyurnmakes
    @Kyurnmakes 2 роки тому +70

    What the heck, I thought the Crafsman was right behind me. That was some next level voice throwing.

  • @Cambium29
    @Cambium29 2 роки тому +6

    "Only knead what you need" -- words to live by.

  • @elevenone
    @elevenone 2 роки тому +42

    One of my secret joys is clicking subtitles on these videos and watching the UA-cam robots struggle to interpret CrafsMan's smooth and melodic Louisia-ness

    • @3DCGdesign
      @3DCGdesign 2 роки тому +2

      I do this as well - very funny. (shhhh - But he's from Mississippi.)

  • @suenetteedwards5965
    @suenetteedwards5965 2 роки тому +39

    My husband looks at me sideways whenever I'm watching Craftsman (you'd think after all this time, years even, he'd be used to it) cause I LOL!! Everytime!! I don't comment everytime, BUT I Love Craftsman forever!!

  • @BigBrianStormer
    @BigBrianStormer 2 роки тому +23

    Being a kid from the eighties, I really appreciate your Crafnation Presents sound effect

  • @kelseywatson1974
    @kelseywatson1974 2 роки тому +35

    "Bite size pieces" got Free-range Chicken sweating 😅

  • @MKempICI
    @MKempICI 2 роки тому +17

    I had to go and watch the "Don't Forget to Wear Your Dust Mask" video again, after this. That Scout Trooper in a dust mask gets me every time.

  • @sinisterthoughts2896
    @sinisterthoughts2896 2 роки тому +58

    I'm loving the "crafnation presents" bumper at the beginning you've been using! Takes me back a few decades!

  • @NefariousElasticity
    @NefariousElasticity 2 роки тому +8

    Another awesome tip for Aves and other epoxy-based sculpting clay I picked up a few years back: cling film, celophane wrap, plastic wrap - whatever it's called where you live - makes a FANTASTIC resist for it. You can put some of that stuff on something you want to take an impression of, smash the epoxy clay into it, let it set up, and then clean peel the wrap off the dried epoxy clay. Really handy for doing repairs to existing parts and getting really nice tight fits between multiple parts (like if you're making an articulating toy or something). You get a perfect impression of the master without leaving a bunch of epoxy chunks all over it, and without having your epoxy chunks covered in a release agent (which ime can make it set up weird).

  • @Pellbort
    @Pellbort 2 роки тому +50

    You can tell Crafsman has never used Zbrush. His hair doesn't have big chunks pulled out of it.

  • @Dameinthewild
    @Dameinthewild 2 роки тому +23

    Crafsman! I just got my pin. Really beautiful.

    • @TheCrafsMan
      @TheCrafsMan  2 роки тому +12

      Thank you so much for your support! SO glad you like it! :D

  • @dermmerd2644
    @dermmerd2644 2 роки тому +10

    Your ventriloquist talents are impressive. I literally thought someone else was speaking!

  • @mars_thetrans
    @mars_thetrans 2 роки тому +74

    Hi craft man I love watching you're videos and I made a sculpture of you but it broke. Watching you're videos have helped me cope with a lot so thank you for being you

    • @TheCrafsMan
      @TheCrafsMan  2 роки тому +44

      I sincerely appreciate this kind comment. (Thank you for watching!) Very sorry to hear of the sculpture breaking, though!
      Grateful to know my little videos are of help to someone else. I hope you are doing well!

    • @CausticCatastrophe
      @CausticCatastrophe 2 роки тому +3

      Sorry to hear about that!

    • @sclogse1
      @sclogse1 2 роки тому +4

      Fix it with E.S.

  • @geniarome
    @geniarome 2 роки тому +11

    There was a short time that I suspected you and my doctor were the same person, so I wore my crafnation T-shirt to an appointment. He didn't seem to notice it sooooo.. 😂😂

  • @Lee-Dixon1987
    @Lee-Dixon1987 2 роки тому +7

    I used to use super sculpey, making bowling pin sculptures for my Etsy shop. I had to sculpt whatever elements I needed and then lower the bowling pins into boiling water, 'cause I wasn't about to put a nylon coated pin in our oven. Then after being introduced to apoxie sculpt(via the free range chicken video) I immediately bought some. Best decision ever, no more holding bowling pins over a pasta pot of boiling water for 15-20 minutes every time i sculpt. I have been using it for any/all sculpting I need to do since.

  • @FragmentedZombie
    @FragmentedZombie 2 роки тому +32

    For anyone that might want to use sculpey, you can get bake and bond (I believe it's called clay adhesive now or similar) where you can glue either baked or un-baked parts of sculpey together. Also you can bake it as many times as you want, but I can totally see why it doesn't work for certain projects!

  • @porterweyr
    @porterweyr 2 роки тому +5

    Lovely. Keep up the ventriloquism practice, it gave me a much-needed laugh today!

  • @daftpatience
    @daftpatience 2 роки тому +18

    in my teens apoxie sculpt was an unattainable 'holy grail' of sculpting materials! now that i use it regularly as an adult i feel super lucky!! i feel all the same ways about sculpey, haha.

  • @barbarasmith2693
    @barbarasmith2693 2 роки тому +9

    I have been having a rough day. This right here was just what I needed to make me feel better. Keeping it between the ditches is rough just now, but now I have the memory of the CrafsMan's voice telling me to do just that. It helps. Thank you, CrafsMan. Lots of love to you and yours.💗

  • @BRUXXUS
    @BRUXXUS 2 роки тому +2

    Favorite parts of this video:
    Music!
    Super cool helmet design
    tips & tricks
    🎵dust mask🎵

  • @kurtgronert
    @kurtgronert 3 місяці тому

    Where you been all my life CrafsMan? Best channel EVER!!

  • @Chromaticosomaermati
    @Chromaticosomaermati 2 роки тому +5

    Just wanted to drop even more love for CrafsMan in the comments, he is such a wonderful maker of neat things and cool vibes :)

  • @YanniCooper
    @YanniCooper 2 роки тому +14

    Just so you know, you can mix different 2 part epoxies! I've come to rely on a mix of green stuff and apoxie sculpt. I usually do about 25-30% GS for building the basic shape, and then 50:50 for doing finer detail work. You'll want to mix the Apoxie first then the GS then mix both together.

  • @kpmathis71
    @kpmathis71 2 роки тому +1

    Just wanted to drop a note of thanks - for the great content always, but in particular for the timing of this one. I had spent the day facing literal life & death issues for very close family. Anyway, loads of stress & worry. Got home after they ran us out of the ICU (visiting hours y'all) to find a Crafsman vid-o in my subscription list! There's just something soothing and detoxing/de-stressing about you. Bob Ross of crafting? Yeah. But funnier.
    I needed that. Right then. A video to help pack what little sanity I have left back in my head.
    May God bless you...'cause He did me ...through you!

  • @RGCbaseace
    @RGCbaseace 2 роки тому

    Your craft show only gets better and better

  • @IronTiger
    @IronTiger 2 роки тому +1

    I forgot all about TrueSpace. That was the first 3D software I ever dabbled with, way back in 1998 when I built my first computer. TheCrafsman always stirs up my nostalgia.

  • @Trebelion
    @Trebelion 2 роки тому +3

    Listening to CrafsMan after a hard day working in the workshop is truly the most peaceful and relaxing thing on earth. Thanks for doing what you do, CrafsMan

  • @The3Dsmash
    @The3Dsmash 2 роки тому

    Few UA-cam experiences keep me smiling the whole video. Love ya, Craftsman!

  • @russelltietjen4407
    @russelltietjen4407 2 роки тому +8

    Dang, CrafsMan could get a lil puppet and take up ventriloquism with them skills

  • @wishcloudstudios
    @wishcloudstudios 2 роки тому +6

    Yessss! My favorite sculpting medium. Magic Sculpt is also a comparable product that is a little less expensive.
    I like to use a soft artist paint brush as well silicone tipped tools dipped in water to smooth with. I keep some cut up old tee shirts handy to wipe my hands and tools as needed.

  • @lichtuberstromt
    @lichtuberstromt 2 роки тому +7

    I have a weird dislike of the sound and texture of sandpaper. I've found jewelry files to be amazing tools when it comes to shaping and smoothing epoxy clay. Scotchbrite pads and steel wool are also nice for getting a matte finish. Just wanted to add those thoughts in to anyone looking for additional tools.

  • @chrisnawara1363
    @chrisnawara1363 Рік тому +1

    this is my first crafsman video and now i am a forever fan. Hilarious and so creative

    • @TheCrafsMan
      @TheCrafsMan  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching! This comment is so encouraging, and I hope you continue to enjoy!

  • @jeremybyington
    @jeremybyington 2 роки тому +4

    CrafsMan, you’re ventriloquist act had me laughing so hard I had tears. I think that act is ready for the road...or a UA-cam original series.

  • @Queer_Nerd_For_Human_Justice
    @Queer_Nerd_For_Human_Justice Рік тому +1

    This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels. You really have a strong sense of pure creative happiness.

  • @theathys6349
    @theathys6349 Рік тому

    Hands down the best and most entertaining thing on UA-cam.

  • @chwenhoou
    @chwenhoou 2 роки тому

    I received my SteadyCraftin purchases over the weekend. I love the enamel pins, the caution stickers, and the other add-ons you shipped as well. Thank you so much, CrafsMan. Your work brightens my day.

  • @jeffkoenig7402
    @jeffkoenig7402 2 роки тому +4

    Perfect timing, Crafsman. Ordering my first batch of Apoxie Sculpt today, and this will help a lot for the project I'm getting it for. Even though I've watched a ton of epoxy clay videos to prepare, you still mentioned a couple tips no one else did. Thank you.

  • @chrisk5305
    @chrisk5305 2 роки тому

    You're the only sock I'm listen to. Keep up the good work!!

  • @design321
    @design321 2 роки тому

    Safety solvent! Who knew?! Best tip. I liked that you showed the difference between that and using water. Thank you!

  • @jodober4847
    @jodober4847 11 місяців тому

    “Only knead what you need”, it took me a moment 😊 great tips and you are a hoot 😂

  • @danthemakerman
    @danthemakerman 2 роки тому +1

    Those enamel pins are legit!

  • @RyanEdwardsVA
    @RyanEdwardsVA 2 роки тому

    Every time I watch one of your videos, it just makes me so happy inside. You have such a wonderful way of being you. Thank you, Crafsman.

  • @OlaBirch-Artist
    @OlaBirch-Artist 2 роки тому

    May I say you are the best host ever. I love watching your videos. You are so inspiring. Thanks for what you do. When I grow up, I would like to be like you 😊😊😊😊😊

  • @Lumberjack__Dan
    @Lumberjack__Dan 2 роки тому +1

    It's been a stressful day today and I know tomorrow will be the same. A comfy steady craftin' video will help me relax and get some sleep tonight.
    Thanks, Crafsman :)

  • @harmonygibbs7904
    @harmonygibbs7904 2 роки тому +1

    I cannot tell you how much i appreciate your videos. You teach us so much and your voice is so calming! Thank you.

  • @charlesmcmasters
    @charlesmcmasters 2 роки тому

    thanks for the tips. Its something I want to mess around with but never knew where to start. You're the best Mr Crafsman!

  • @Pridetoons
    @Pridetoons 2 роки тому +6

    That Crafnation intro was amazing!

  • @andrewwilde4496
    @andrewwilde4496 2 роки тому +1

    I love this channel so much, so inspiring, relaxing and genuinely fascinating!!

  • @Ferro3D
    @Ferro3D 2 роки тому

    Again, I love so much that you don't just make crafts for the camera but go out of your way to teach others

  • @manko8852
    @manko8852 2 роки тому +1

    This video has alot of subtleties in it, classic Crafsman humor. Love it.

  • @talonfeather872
    @talonfeather872 2 роки тому

    My soul relaxes listening to crafsman 💙💙

  • @RobertStewart0560
    @RobertStewart0560 2 роки тому

    Your videos not only teach craftin technique, but they are excellent guides for sound design and visuals- all those little things you put together work so well because they are subtle and add just enough spice to the mix. I get inspired every time I watch your show.

  • @sevvvered3294
    @sevvvered3294 2 роки тому +1

    That Crafnation title card is FANTASTIC! So subtle but very charming and fits the theme of the channel so well.

  • @masonjennings3275
    @masonjennings3275 2 роки тому

    "It's going to get to the stage that I like to call 'this when you wanna use it' stage right there" 😂 Made me smile. Thanks CrafsMan

  • @carlycharlesworth1497
    @carlycharlesworth1497 2 роки тому

    Oh my good Lord. I found this video today and I will NEVER go back. You are so FUNNY! I laughed so much at the end with the ventriloquist hand puppet. Too funny! Nice to meet you crafman!

  • @Therealmrmeow
    @Therealmrmeow 2 роки тому +1

    This vid is chock-a-block fulla goodies!
    Crafsman nuggets.

  • @docducttape9270
    @docducttape9270 2 роки тому

    Crafsman, you're too pure for this world. 😆😆

  • @MarketResearchReading114
    @MarketResearchReading114 2 роки тому

    I find you so soothing. Please be well, take care of your health, and enjoy your day.

  • @bigskee4364
    @bigskee4364 2 роки тому

    Craftman, Craftman, love what you do here you been a big influence on depression and self awareness appreciate you so much thanks for everything you do respect ✊

  • @wreckgarr50
    @wreckgarr50 2 роки тому

    A new Crafsman video for my birthday! Thank you!

  • @foghammer9767
    @foghammer9767 2 роки тому

    Crafsman is the best.

  • @hilanddoug
    @hilanddoug 2 роки тому +1

    Ventriloquist act had me rolling! Love you, Crafsman!

  • @OhHeyTrevorFlowers
    @OhHeyTrevorFlowers 2 роки тому

    Crafsman, this video is a delight. Thank you.

  • @onebilliontacos3405
    @onebilliontacos3405 2 роки тому +3

    Wow! The soundtrack in this video is incredible! Well done!

  • @niklasahlstrom
    @niklasahlstrom 2 роки тому

    The production value of your videos is through the roof lately! Crazy good editing!

  • @HelenaMGale
    @HelenaMGale 2 роки тому

    Thank you I've watched other Apoxie videos but yours is the most helpful. 🙂❤️

  • @chipko
    @chipko 2 роки тому

    I've only ever tried sculpey / fimo so i just say I'm have to try since epoxy clay. I'm thoroughly enjoying your videos. Great production value, awesome tips and a warm atmosphere though i wont lie, your voice is so soothing I've fallen asleep watching some of your playlists!

  • @67shelbycobra99
    @67shelbycobra99 2 роки тому

    I love your videos, they always bring a smile to my face. Thank you for sharing!

  • @red_adept
    @red_adept 2 роки тому +3

    Hey Crafman, I know you won't see this, but I want to share anyway since you're the reason I started my own 3d printing service, but if you angle your molds just a bit, like 15 degrees, it makes the part stronger, and there's less failures.
    At 8:59 you can see that the bottom edge of the models are parallel to the make plate. Just give them a bit of a twist so that there aren't any supports on that bottom edge that are making contact with the model at the same time. It helps distribute the suction force from when the make plate rises up from the FEP film.
    Especially at the beginning when where the model transitions from the supports to the actual work piece. The least amount of the surface area in a given slice that has be pulled free of the FEP film the better.

  • @matineyang
    @matineyang 2 роки тому

    So excited to see you working with 3D sculpting. Can’t wait to see what you’ll come up with.

  • @RaqrexArt
    @RaqrexArt 2 роки тому +2

    I have been nervous to try epoxy sculpt for some time now but thanks to your video I think I might actually work up the courage to try it soon! Thank you!

    • @TheCrafsMan
      @TheCrafsMan  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you for watching! I hope you do give it a try! :D

    • @RaqrexArt
      @RaqrexArt 2 роки тому

      @@TheCrafsMan oh wow 🤩 now I have to, huh?! Haha

  • @kathyhinlicky8076
    @kathyhinlicky8076 2 роки тому

    CrafsMan where have you been all my life??? Between your mad skills, pearly voice and positive attitude I will be following you forever! Keep up the great work! Thanks so much and God bless you.

  • @izzyjones7108
    @izzyjones7108 2 роки тому

    FWIW I think your sculpting Is quite adorable, detailed and very cool.

  • @Marcblur
    @Marcblur 20 днів тому

    I love your tutorials, and you have a very kind voice

  • @LoveMakeShareTV
    @LoveMakeShareTV 2 роки тому

    Hey Crafsman, just wanted to thank you for your videos. The whole family has gotten into them and we've all been inspired. Even the baby laughs and claps if she's in the room when you're on-screen. I've really enjoyed going back and looking at your character designs - I'm gearing up to illustrate a kids' book I just finished writing and your process gave me some great ideas. Also: if you're looking for digital sculpting on PC you can get Sculptris, it's like Zbrush's baby brother. It's technically discontinued but it's free, still available and it works!

  • @ZombieChomper
    @ZombieChomper 2 роки тому

    Yay perfect timing! I’m about to try apoxy sculpt for the first time soon! ✨👌💖

  • @ScruffyLookinRGB
    @ScruffyLookinRGB 2 роки тому

    Crafs man i just have to thank you for such awesome an inspirational tips you have raised me to where i am today on my level of molding abilities and i really appreciate it. 😀

  • @NachozMan
    @NachozMan 2 роки тому

    Your editing skills improve along your crafting projects every video and it's so fun to see, I love the aesthetic you go for

  • @JA-gf2ec
    @JA-gf2ec 2 роки тому +1

    Seriously Craftsman your vids fight depression! Thank you

  • @dompie247
    @dompie247 2 роки тому

    I’m glad you tested out nomad sculpt! Loved the video

  • @gwcstudio
    @gwcstudio 2 роки тому

    This has been very helpful for me choosing my methods on a project. Thank you!!
    Also, if I may say, your style of speech and presentation is really funky and adorable. Craftman, you're great!

  • @skizzlep
    @skizzlep 2 роки тому

    Oh the joy 😂. What a delight as always. Man, Crafsman, the production/editing/sound/lighting...man. Such a good video. Funny. Educational. Inspiring. Thank you. Shout out to T-nu!

  • @arianaarmenta1335
    @arianaarmenta1335 2 роки тому

    This is my first of your videos, instant sub! I love informative and entertaining videos! Great job!

  • @sherrimartin1543
    @sherrimartin1543 11 місяців тому

    First time watching your video. I loved it. I like when people make their videos fun to learn. ❤😊

  • @abcgefp
    @abcgefp 2 роки тому

    Love you Crafsman! Keep on steady craftin'! Alright!

  • @andrewaaberg482
    @andrewaaberg482 2 роки тому

    I love your videos lol, they're entertaining AND I usually walk away with a helpful tip or two. Thank you!

  • @eldoradowalker
    @eldoradowalker 2 роки тому +2

    i just saw this while i was in the gym, there’s nothing quite like squatting while also learning about clay sculpting from the Crafsman

  • @coulterjb22
    @coulterjb22 2 роки тому

    Nice Shop Log prop! You can make anything.
    And grats on 450K subs!

  • @rainbowditto9033
    @rainbowditto9033 2 роки тому +1

    Shoot, watched on the big tv with my brother and nearly forgot to comment! I love the background music in this episode, makes me real happy :)

  • @RocketPunchHero1
    @RocketPunchHero1 2 роки тому

    I love you Crafsman. You crack me up.

  • @Ozification
    @Ozification 2 роки тому

    Craftsman your an amazing sculpture! Being fast is not a requirement of being a good sclpture. It comes from the heart.

  • @Cheryl407
    @Cheryl407 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video, you are very cool. I have a little repair project and now I know how I am going to get started.

  • @CajunCraftastrophe
    @CajunCraftastrophe 2 роки тому +20

    Nice video Crafsman. Man, I do love me some Apoxie Sculpt! Wow, I'm excited about your Siraya Tech clear. It would simplify the plastic injection molding so much if you could bypass the metal frame - cheaper, faster, better. Fingers crossed. Excellent work... plus a pretty cool wire song, I'm gonna' put that one on my Spotify playlist.

    • @propertystuff7221
      @propertystuff7221 2 роки тому

      LOL!

    • @element4studios
      @element4studios 2 роки тому

      I mis-read as Siraya as Siracha... I have to rethink my life now. :)

    • @CajunCraftastrophe
      @CajunCraftastrophe 2 роки тому

      @@element4studios Hahaha! : )

    • @Shari_A._
      @Shari_A._ 2 роки тому

      @@CajunCraftastrophe ​ @Michael Lee That's because of the subliminal message Crafsman put in his last video about injection molding.. 😉

  • @timeout8057
    @timeout8057 2 роки тому

    You're the BEST CrafsMan!

  • @dpinkym1
    @dpinkym1 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your video. I use a Apoxie Sculpt for many sculpts and love hearing tips and tricks. Also hearing your voice today helps me with my pain level. Keep on Steady Crafting!

    • @TheCrafsMan
      @TheCrafsMan  2 роки тому +2

      Wow. Thank you for such an encouraging comment. And I'm sorry to hear of your pain! :( I hope that eases way up for you.