DIY Sculpting Tools | How to make LOOPS, RIBBONS, RAKES, SILICONE TOOLS and more! SCAPULAS.

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Here are several ideas for how to make your own sculpting tools. (I even included some run-to-the-dollar-store alternatives!)
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@AwkwardBirb Год назад

Just wanted to take a moment and say thank you so much for the captions. I have an auditory processing disorder and being able to read subtitles (that aren’t RU-vid’s auto generated garbage) really helps me understand and retain more of what you teach us. ❤

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

Thank you so much for taking time to let me know this. Currently, I type them (because I don’t know who else can understand me 100%. Lol.), so comments like this go a long way encouraging me.

@Lewiiiiiiiis Год назад

@@TheCrafsMan I'm actually a BBC captioner so I watch almost all of your videos picturing how I'd represent some of your speech hahaha

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

@@Lewiiiiiiiis Got me smiling real big on that one. :D

@Bluebelle51 Год назад

same!

@qwiggles4154 Год назад

I love subtitles and really appreciate when a youtuber actually does their own. Glad to see you thanking the Crafsman

@egodreas Год назад

As a financially challenged teenager who loved sculpting, I could never afford even the cheapest tools. Just getting the clay was hard enough. But I had this moment of inspiration at the dentist office, when I noticed that their dental instruments were basically the same thing. I just asked if they had any discarded tools I could have, and imagine my surprise when they showed me several boxes worth of instruments and told me I was free to grab whatever I wanted! Most of them were of course broken or bent in some way, but usually just at the one end, and even then perfectly useable for sculpting. So I always recommend fellow artists to ask their dentist, and some of them have had the same luck I had.

@wingnutbert9685 Год назад

Good for you! Never hurts to ask! I've been a professional "artist/craftsman" for 30+ yrs. and I'm like a crow. Everything has potential as either a material to use in the art or a thing to be used as a tool to make the art. Some get too caught up in "the correct" tools. Having the eye and the imagination to take random stuff, garbage, sticks, etc and use them is an art form in itself. I even did the same as you about 3 years ago and sure enough, the dentist handed my a bunch of tools they couldn't use anymore. And a good hint from my experience, is to tell people you're an artist, sculptor, craftsperson and you're wondering it they have any old this or that laying around you could have. People get really interested in you being an artist and are usually more into giving you a hand. I'm in my 50's, so in one respect, my age gives me the ease of life experience (and not giving a poop what people think of me) to talk to people. It's much harder, usually, when you're a teen. I never forget that as I was painfully uncomfortable my whole life! BUT, being polite and not bothering people when they are busy with something, and being a teenager can also be an advantage. Older folks like to see well meaning and well mannered young people taking initiative. Best wishes to you! And never think no budget means no way!

@m.maclellan7147 Год назад

Also ask at your Veterinarian office !

@pedieq Год назад

That is a very resourceful way of thinking! It will no doubt influence your future endeavors!

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

That's a really fantastic suggestion! :D And like a dream come true, right? :D And yes, from what I've seen, metal wax/sculpting tools and dental pics are essentially the same thing. Some slightly different ends (dentists really like the angled ones for getting behind teeth). Also... they use electric wax carvers similar (maybe smaller/more compact and slick) to ones used by toy sculptors who work in the wax medium. Speaking of "dentist", one of my last eBay searches was for one of those overhead arms they use. :) Was seriously going to try and utilize that for making videos. LOL. (Way outside my price range.)

@wayneswonderarium Год назад

@@TheCrafsManhave you seen inheritance machining's approach?

@Gamma7DroidSecurity Год назад

Sitting at the Laundromat waiting for my clothes to dry, what better way to pass the time than a new Crafsman video!

@christiaanventer8183 Год назад

The most fun part of making your own tools are, you know you need this tool. You know how you put it together, it's as unique as the part you're sculpting. And when it falls apart you can only blame yourself and make a better one.

@BlizzAz Год назад

Whenever there is a new Crafsman video, it's instantly a better day. While I actually have all of these kinds of tools, I now want to make my own just because I can.

@BillMakingStuff Год назад

Love this Crafsman. I have about 5 of every one of these tools, but now I want to make my own.

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

Thanks so much uncle Bill! It's sorta addicting... that "thrill of the hunt" territory associated with kitbashing, where you know JUST THE RIGHT PIECE is laying around somewhere.

@bibelwalker Год назад

The production of all of this is insane! Every video I watched of yours just oozes creativity and I'm here for it

@piotrvish 8 месяцев назад

Dear Mr the CraftsMan, I hate youtube algortythm for not appreaciating your videos more! Your creations should have at least a billion of views! They are just like a magic balsam to my ears and eyes 🖤

@volttherobot Год назад

We love the "unique-icity" of your custom tools! 🤖👍

@Dr.Dingus07 Год назад

OTO7 is a national treasure and needs his own talk show ASAP! As always, amazing video Crafsman; your production quality is off the charts!

@SVENmachine Год назад

"I use a BLADE" 🤣 I love that SO much.

@Crispy_Bee Год назад

I really, really love your sound-effects and the robot-voices - those things really make your videos unique. Far too many RU-vidrs think they need to scream every few seconds and make some "funny" remarks all the time and that's super annoying. Your videos are informative, creative, entertaining and always so pleasant to watch. Your videos are the antidote to all that crappy content! Keep up the good work!

@meg..meg. 11 месяцев назад

I've been binging Crafsman videos for the past few days - jumping around from original to most recent. The editing has reached fire level. The crafs have consistently been wonderful!

@danballard7405 Год назад

Crafsman you always mention safety on your videos and that’s rad. Because I once was sculpting a rancor and had dropped a razor sharp sculpting tool in my lap. I was sitting in the lotus position. When I got up I kicked that tool with one foot right through my heel and out of the bottom of my foot. I went into the ER and they were all like “ YOU FIRST.” So practice safety because you can’t be safe enough. I appreciate you Crafsman for all you do and your safety standards. Thanks for another great vid.

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

Ohhhhh I just winced so hard. Mercy. Glad you are ok!

@bsjett Год назад

My favorite sculpting tool I made was a ball tool from an old antenna. It had a perfectly sized ball on the end, clipped it off and glued it into a bit of wood that I had pounded into an old metal tool handle with some nice knurling.

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

Mannnnnnnn, that sounds fantastic! :D

@peachesthesordid8619 7 месяцев назад

I found a whole mess of old sewing needles that are perfect for sculpting. Also those dollar store ball styluses are awesome.

@hullinstruments Год назад

The only thing better than DIY videos are DIY tool making videos

@hullinstruments Год назад

No matter what I got into over the years, making the tools for it always got me more excited than the actual art/process I was developing.😂 Spent more time researching and reproducing old lithier and violin makers tools tgan I ever did making instruments. After a while, other professional makers started asking to buy my tools. Turns out I'm more of a machinist tool/die maker at heart😂

@DiyDMMakesThings 4 месяца назад

Crafsman, you are a treasure.

@alisonhenry820 Год назад

I had to stop and comment, omg I burst out laughing when Earl Grey said hello 😂. Ok back to the crafsman gold!!

@BryanDouglas44 Год назад

Teaching folks how to make their own crafting tools is next level kindness.

@wingnutbert9685 Год назад

I needed you today Craftsman. Thanks for the level vibes! If I may add so ideas: -Pen bodies are good handles too for the wire/metal tools. -Chopsticks: Good for handles or craved into tools and usually free! -Some of the big fat knitting needles, both aluminum and plastic make good handles and often have holes in the middle like the dollar store spoons. Get'm at thrift stores. - You can pack a bunch of guitar string pieces into a metal tube and crush the end or epoxy/ crazy glue them in. Makes nice stiff brushes for texturing. - And one of my favourite things you find on the street for free! The brush blades from the street cleaner vehicles! They are thin, flat strips of spring(ish) steel. They fall of as the brush disk sweeps the pavement. usually 8-12" long. Really good for making shaping paddle/sm. spatulas/scapula's(LOL! ;P ) and loop tools.

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

THANK YOU! I'm fixin to cut open one of these knitting needles - I didn't even think to try that! They'd be fantastic handles! And chopsticks... utterly fantastic recommendation!!!!! Thank you for watching!

@mightyfetheredone Год назад

Some of those tools are really expensive, so thanks for giving diy alternatives! Glad to see OTO7 is settling in to their assistant role! 💖🤖

@Boylei Год назад

Inspiring homemade tool ideas! I gotta make myself some of those!

@ConjuredCraft Год назад

No notes, perfect sculpting tool video! I just made a set of needle tools with sewing needles last week and they're perfect for miniature sculpting.

@retrotechjournal Год назад

Woot! This made my day! I love having some Steady Craftin coming in. I loved the Essential/Overboard box, but I'd have to be super careful with something like that in my garage. One flip of the switch and the place would be empty. I love how 0T07 is working out.

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

Hahahahaha! :D I hear you on that! ;) And mannnn, thank you so much for the kind words!

@kaioken654 Год назад

Glad to see ol Earl Grey is doing well, it's been a while since he made a cameo

@TrevorAndersen Год назад

I love that you didn’t even address the biggest hack in the video! Putting the tip of the pin in clay before clipping it off!

@ScottSauer-artist Год назад

There is a great sense of accomplishment in making your own customizalitized tools!

@jcinsd Год назад

The pen and silicone trick was awesome. Already made to fit everyones hands

@skcamerican Год назад

Brilliant! I need to remember that fancy tools don’t make better art. Makin’ the tools you use to make the art is a sweet way to go. Really smart ideas, too.

@DonovanPresents 9 месяцев назад

6:02 When you brought up spatulas from Kinder Eggs, my mind went to the Mexican candy Duvalín where they come with little spatulas as well! Maybe you can use that if you have the treat at your local store Also, repurposing wind chime bars can also help with DIY handles as well when you mention that layer in the video!

@naktaal Год назад

Clicking on one of your videos is NEVER a mistake!

@alinds1 Год назад

Friday just got happier!

@CreakyCrafts-gk8kg 2 месяца назад

I like that the blade slides in on the line on the cutting mat, nice detail.

@housegoth Год назад

That was a slick little trick you used when you clipped off the point of the pin so you didn't loose that sharp little bit of metal.

@tearybiff1839 Год назад

the editing in this video was so fun to watch

@ButItsaGoodDeal Год назад

Puting the tip of the pin in the clay before cutting it, so it doesn't fly away, is a genius move.

@ziomalZparafii Год назад

First time on your channel but I just adore those small additional commentary with all those soothing "yeah, yeah", "man", "uh" etc. I would listen night radio program with you just reading a phone book. Anyway, great content too!

@kellymcneely414 Год назад

I wish that I could achieve Your Level of Cool and of course Steady. thank you for the therapudical therapy

@johnnyctant Год назад

Crafsman out here craffin' tools to crafs more! Crafs on crafs on crafs. P.S. Shoutout to OTO7.

@sinisterthoughts2896 Год назад

Happy to see OTO is helping out.

@mintylikethecandy7881 3 месяца назад

Uncle Arthur come to visit? Dang! just this last week. Good to hear someone who understands. Thanks Crafsman!

@prestonbyrd8443 Год назад

Majoring in art taught me that anything can be a tool in the right situation. And I finally got my hands on my own Pocketnaut. I greatly enjoy it. I look forward to your next release. 😊

@hullinstruments Год назад

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

This is a wonderful comment! Thank you for watching and taking a minute to share! I used to go back and forth over buy-vs-make. and I've come to the conclusion that in the *making*, there's a certain satisfaction and reward associated with it, benefiting our mental state. And there's definitely value in that. :) Thanks again!

@hullinstruments Год назад

@@TheCrafsMansometimes it's about finding satisfaction and happiness in the little things. rock on craftsman! 😃🤘

@gornser Год назад

OTO7 is trying so hard, it's adorable

@jenhofmann Год назад

Friendly voice, cool tips, awesome human. Thanks, Crafsman!

@trailagob Год назад

the fishing tackle is genius, my dude!

@KiloIndiaAlpha Год назад

Scalpula should be in the video description XD Thanks Crafsman!

@slimsuits3231 Год назад

This just made my day soo much better. Thank you Crafsman...your knowledge therapy is unparalleled.

@bubbadoom1837 Год назад

Thank you, sir. Brother Crafman, it's been a very long week, or month. I needed this. I'm not even watching this with the family (I'll make sure we all watch it tomorrow). I'm just going to watch this and hit the sack. I hope y'all are doing well, and that the weather ain't too bad y'alls way.

@darrenmichaels Год назад

Use the tools you have to make the tools you need! Heck yeah, Crafsman.

@NepotismTV Год назад

This was so well edited and clever as always. Never cease to amaze with the ingenuity.

@honey_bee_live Год назад

The way you kept the pin from flying across the room when you cut it was genius!!

@RyanEdwardsVA Год назад

Hot damn I just adore your videos. There's such a warmness, a coziness, a lighthearted humor to them, and something more. To borrow your phraseology, there's a love-nicity herein that I have never experienced with another creator's work. No one can do it like you, Crafsman. You're one of a kind. Keep on steady craftin!

@brownie9948 Год назад

I would definitely buy an OTO7 t-shirt. Jus putting that out there

@TrevorAndersen Год назад

I love the new character.

@elyse527 Год назад

My heart...when I saw the Elixir strings 🤯

@thetrap5941 Год назад

Crafsman day!!!

@cocobutter3175 Год назад

I just absolutely loved this episode, Crafsman. My boyfriend is dying to know if you play guitar, since you have all them guitar wires. That hack seems like something a guitar player would come across.

@Drew-xy7yg Год назад

Oooh crafsman got some upgraded intro segments!! Love how you’ve combined techniques you’ve taught so now we can see them in action. You’re a master teacher as well, thank you!

@xKagryx Год назад

This is exactly what I needed, thank you Crafsman!

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

So glad to hear it! You're very welcome!

@ludwigetc Год назад

This is so helpful!! And the intro, the bloopers at the end, my goodness

@charlinne9876 Год назад

Love making my own tools. Sometimes I prefer making them than using them lol. Great tips!

@funlabsdesignstudio Год назад

❤ how you say cause there's something about professionalism followed by "Look at that there Boy!" 😄 You're Awesome Crafsman ! And Love the New term for Spatula - SCAP-Chula actually sounds pretty coooo! 😎😁

@gorkamorka999 Год назад

13:25 I used to just wrap the handles of my tools in tape to thicken them up. You can also find foam/silicone handles meant to slip onto pencils from kid's school supplies. Really helps to avoid cramps in your hands.

@SheepUndefined Год назад

When I still had my old tablet, I wrapped like, medical bandage around my stylus. Though over time, the adhesive started to seep through the tape. It feels good, but something to keep in mind if you've got sensory stuff issues with stickyness like I do.

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

Yes, excellent ideas! :D The most "ergonomically correct" handle I ever made was from some leftover silicone putty. I mixed up too much so I applied the remaining chunk to an x-acto knife handle - mainly for something to do - and sorta left my fingers formed into it how I would hold it, making a really cozy fit. But I find often times you want just a nice *uniform* thick handle, for tool rotation control. Thank you for watching!

@rainbowditto9033 Год назад

Just finished my second week of uni, and theres no better way to celebrate than a crafsman video :D this was full of such great tips and tricks that ill have to use myself!

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

Hang in there, my friend! :D I commend you on your education, and I'm grateful you still check out my videos! :)

@spotmikestudios1020 Год назад

I just love OTO7! I’m a huge fan of robots!

@ConeNore Год назад

Your videos bring me so much joy Crafsman!!!

@sweterollo8951 11 месяцев назад

Those transitions were awesome

@wonderwend1 Год назад

Some pretty genius ideas there man!

@CajunCraftastrophe Год назад

This video was so much fun, Crafsman. Those custom silicone tools are very clever indeed!!! Kudos. Also, your "magic switch" that changes your tools is GREAT! So creative... I looked for one on Amazon, but couldn't find it! : )

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

My man.

@danthemakerman Год назад

Wow man tons of great tips and tricks on tool making in this one! Thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge.

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

DAN! Thanks so much, my friend! I can only imagine your DIY sculpting tools would look *pro*!

@markdmaker3173 Год назад

As usual, nicely done, my friend

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

:D Thank you, my friend! Always brings a smile when I see your name. Really neat, man... some of y'all have been watching/supporting for a while, and I genuinely appreciate it.

@artistpoet5253 Год назад

I love your videos and these are the best ones. I used to make all my own tools for sculpting and model building except the silicone and blade ones. I did make some shapers out of GreenStuff once but they weren't any better than old paint brush handles cut and sanded into a form I needed. I also hold on to any used up pens not just for scratch building and kit bashing but they make excellent scoring tools when I do my paper crafting. Now having seen how I can make other tools, these old pens will be even more useful. Thank you a lot for all the craftin' love you put into your videos.

@Shiftarus Год назад

Love you Crafsman, your videos are so relaxing and help me get excited about doing my own projects.

@ItsWeenie Год назад

Mr. Crafsman the production value is the sprinkles on top of a already awesome service you provide. Keep up the great work

@VanillaFace413 Год назад

@thecraftsman clicking on one of your videos is never a mistake ❤

@Pridetoons Год назад

I've needed this video so bad.

@alexieldefanel Год назад

I don’t know if anyone else mentioned it yet, for a ribbon tool, you could also use a blackhead/white head removal tool. They often have two different heads that would fit the use of a ribbon tool and I’ve seen them at the Dollar Tree before. Speaking of DT, if you’ve ever picked up their foam sponge brushes, if you have any that are no longer usable, unscrew the foam head and you have a pre-drilled dowel for use. Finally, with Halloween right around the corner, pumpkin carving tools can definitely be helpful too. Just wait for the after-Halloween clearance sales.

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

That's right! :D I show a Dollar Tree one briefly at around 3:00. Excellent tip about the foam brushes too! Thank you!

@ebmage8793 Год назад

Thank you so much for this because I learned scultping in college but my teacher never taught me what the specific tools were even for. I just guessed and made it work. But now I know how to get the effects I want in my crafting :)

@seanlarrimore6914 Год назад

I love that when i first started seeing your videos, you didn't have many subscribers. Look at you now!! You've done a ton of work and it shows!

@justsomeguy9325 Год назад

This may be the earliest I have ever been for the Crafsman. 😂

@VonDarkmane Год назад

I'm keepin on, keeping on. Another great vidddeo brother

@gamedesign1 Год назад

Made a few tools myself too 👍😁 Great video Crafsman 👍

@TheCrafsMan Год назад

NICE! :D Hopefully my "top 5" were somewhat on-point. Which ones did you make? :D

@gamedesign1 Год назад

@@TheCrafsMan yeah definitely :) I made some silicone brushes of different shapes and I made some texturing tools. Made resin tipped texturing tools and some silicone ones too. Really fun and very handy 😁 Keep up the great videos Crafsman 👍👍👍👍

@jpizzaj Год назад

I absolutely love OTO7! 😊

@patmccrutch3927 23 дня назад

This was so awesome! Thank you! A big hello from Trinidad and Tobago

@Magicguy33 Год назад

“Look at dat boy… yah yah yaaaah” 😂 always makin me laugh crafsman

@Rainhet Год назад

your videos are so calming

@RonIsWar219 Год назад

Seeing some of your editing now blows my mind, I’ve been a fan for a few years now and can’t believe how many improvements you’ve made. Seriously inspiring. Thank you for always trying to include everyone regardless of skill or monetary situation.

@pedieq Год назад

Thanks for including a my visitor “ARTHRO”. Hahaha dang you are a hoot!

@Nono-hk3is Год назад

Ok but using a cube of clay to prevent metal slivers from flying across the room when you clip it is the the greatest tip.

@scouthanamura2380 Год назад

this is a great resource for those just starting out sculpting and modeling ❤️❤️ thank you for sharing!!

@valentine_puppy Год назад

I don't care for how many years, I will always have a spot and time to watch and appreciate and even learn and make things from the Crafsman. I really want my own OTO7, We will see when I can order one from Japan. Lol

@mrpandabites Год назад

Such clever making solutions! Thanks as always, Crafsman. 😊

@matambale Год назад

For not too much money, a little pin vise can be perfect for holding those little loop tools. Easy to swap in different loop types.

@KitD2365 Год назад

It was not a huge mistake to watch this video. It wasn't even a little one! I love the idea of taking DIY all the way to the level of tool making. This video is full of practical ideas and great advice and left me smiling. Thanks, Crafsman!

@TheMiniatureManager Год назад

It is always a good day when a new crafsman video goes up! This was a very helpful video. I have always struggled to know what tools to use for sculpting. This will make things much easier.