3 in 1! EASY Upcycling everyday items into dollhouse miniature lights

[@lori416]

I have a comment about your hands too: they always make the coolest, cleverest, most awesome minis ever. Love your work.

[@queencityminis]

Wow, thank you! That's so sweet

[@robertapennington6705]

Finally! The stash of function cups have a purpose. You're the best. And I love you don't have the PBS-sewing-show hands. It makes me feel less like an albino sub-dwelling ogre bent over tiny foam bricks at 2am and more like a kindred spirit of the tiny magic world.

[@Suebear6157]

@robertapennington6705 what is a function cup?!

[@robertapennington6705]

@@Suebear6157 haha! suction cup. (autocorrect....)

[@queencityminis]

That's hilarious 😂

[@marygatdula2744]

@robertapennington6705 I thought it was a clever and funny play on words! LOL. It never even occurred to me that it was in error! 🤣

[@judygouchie9701]

I find it amazing every time someone feels it is their right or invitation to comment adversely on something they see that does not meet with their obviously perfect qualities.

[@queencityminis]

That is quite true

[@friendlyneighbor8339]

I love your hands, especially when they end up spotted with glue and paint. They remind me of my hands while making miniatures and add such realism during your videos. The main reason I watch your videos is because I can relate to you and your (not perfectly edited) process, and your clever narration.

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much 😀

[@fionat5698]

Who wouldve thought you could make light shades out of suction cups! Thankyou for teaching me something new! I think your so clever. The ones commenting on your hands have obviously never done an ounce of crafting in their life! ❤

[@queencityminis]

True! My nails are at their worst when I'm remodeling

[@appleoneill5135]

Loving these little lamps, they are perfect. I'm not sure if 'asbestos hands' has a different meaning in the UK, but I've never thought it was an insult. People tend to use that expression when someone can seemingly handle/eat/drink something very hot without burning themselves. I've worked in kitchens where staff have tried to out-brag one another about their asbestos hands! My hands are rougher than a badgers arse and I've seen better nails on an old coffin, but they are such useful tools, haha! x ❤

[@heathermckay5034]

I came to say this - maybe someone meant you could handle hot glue to the fingers like a champ! 🔥💅🏻🔥 But they should have made themselves much clearer!! 😢

[@queencityminis]

That's so interesting!

[@queencityminis]

Badgers arse 😆

[@clutterbot7279]

i'll never get over the nerve of some people - there's nothing wrong with your hands, and honestly their negative comment is really giving classism. people with perfect hands have never worked a day in their life. that aside, i love these lamps! i never knew about the cinnamon trick, and i'm really looking forward to finally transforming my broken suction cups from my kitchen!

[@queencityminis]

So true!

[@LisaSilva-o7f]

I am so sorry that someone made that comment about your nails. You are my favorite KZbinr. You have amazing talent, and I love that you don't do your nails. I am so rough on mine, and I don't get them done because my crafting destroys them quickly. Just keep being you.

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much! I have tough skin, so the comment didn't hurt my feelings. I laughed it off. I do enjoy doing my nails now!

[@christyb2311]

I keep my nails short and unpainted. Crafting destroys my nails. I call them my hard-working hands and i'm proud of it. Not a diva.

[@lindenjenesse5078]

Wow. Someone really said that. Whatever. I like your pretty lilac polish with the little daisy, but, Girl, just do you, because you rock!!

[@queencityminis]

Oh thank you!

[@Incredible43]

This is Awesome! I have a bunch of suction cups in my tool box, they've been there for years, now I know what to do with them 👍🙂 Thank you for the wonderful and creative video. Also, I think your hands look fine, one thing I like is relatable videos, a few crafters I know and me don't do the mani until our projects are finished 🙂💙✌

[@queencityminis]

Glad I could help!

[@claireful]

Wow no one needs to be commenting on your nails. The polish is cute but on;y do it when you feel like it!

[@marygatdula2744]

Exactly!

[@queencityminis]

It actually is fun to paint them so whatevs!

[@DawnDavidson]

@@queencityminisCute color, too! I HATE the feeling of having my nails painted, but if you don’t mind it, then it makes sense to paint your nails, same as your minis. Maybe we will eventually see some of the nail art products actually ON your nails sometime? That would be a hoot! 😂

[@amieridley1150]

Came here to say this too! I genuinely started watching your channel after seeing someone crafting without painted nails as I found it relatable! I sometimes paint mine for fun but it is always chipped within hours because of, you know, doing stuff 😂😂😂

[@dawnjohnson3893]

You have beautiful creative hands ! ❤

[@AwkwardBirb]

I was briefly considering actually measuring some wallpaper for a room box the other day, but then I was like, no. That’s not what Queen City Minis would want for you. So I just glued and trimmed and it turned out perfectly. 😆

[@queencityminis]

Hahaha I love that 🤣

[@justinn77]

Always love your work and videos Shyra 😊😊

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much 😀

[@justinn77]

@@queencityminisYou are most welcome 😊

[@debbielegge3527]

Love your sense of humour!! You are a very talented artist.

[@queencityminis]

Thank you 😊

[@baldnproud]

Thank you for this tutorial. What I appreciate about you is that you keep everything real, if you make a mistake and you don’t like something you show it, because you know in the real world this mistakes when you do projects so I appreciate you showing the true reality of what goes on when we doing our miniature or any type of craft project, because in some videos, they just show the Perfect site. They don’t show the mistakes and how they correct it, I’m not I’m just saying it’s nice to see when you make a mistake and then how to fix it! So thank you so much for your lovely hands and in the real world when your crafting you get stuff like glue or paint on your hands 🙌🏽 , that’s just true reality and the people who have common sense we know this! Maybe that’s why some people make their very videos and they show it like everything is perfect. They never make a mistake. Everything that you make is gonna come out correct first time. Viewers forget that in the real world our hands get dirty while we are doing our projects , your hands are blessed and you got beautiful hands so I’m just wanting you to know this is not fiction, This is fact.! There’s not a bloody thing wrong with your hands. 🙌🏽 😘👩🏾‍🦲🥰

[@queencityminis]

Thank you! Early on, I did try to only show the perfect side but Little Gretchen's Workshop helped me be more real and feel OK with making mistakes and having to pivot.

[@The_Simstress]

Great video & sense of humor. I’m sorry someone was rude enough to comment on your nails. You do amazing work! ❤

[@queencityminis]

Haha thank you! I've gotten a few comments on my dry hands.

[@catserver8577]

It's actually helpful when you show a few of the mess ups and how you go about fixing them. I used to give up when something went wrong, or it didn't look like what I had envisioned, but now I keep trying.

[@queencityminis]

Same here! Little Gretchen's Workshop helped me realize making mistakes isn't a big deal. Just carry on.

[@claireful]

“I like to avoid measuring”

[@carrie4910]

Likewise!

[@AdrienneinCT]

Same!!😊😊

[@queencityminis]

Preach

[@softheloaf7693]

Haters gonna hate! They just mad they can’t make beautiful creations like yours can. I think your nail beds are healthy - certified nail tech

[@queencityminis]

Thank you! You know best

[@kevsmodellingminute]

Brilliant idea. I'd have thought no paint would stick to that rubber, but you jumped right in and made it work!

[@queencityminis]

Thank you! I was surprised by how well the paint stuck.

[@hnek]

utterly delightful! I want my eye to be as good as yours at recognizing the miniature potential in the little bits of crap I have sitting around!

[@airamsipuola5045]

When I'm finally able to get a dedicated crafting/miniaturing room set up, I'm gonna have a box labeled "little bits of crap." :)

[@queencityminis]

Have fun!

[@adhc8560]

These are just darling! Dollar store suction cups! I love how you make cheap ordinary items into works of art. I love miniatures of all kinds, but I doubt I would have your patience and steady hands to do them myself. Love! Showing mistakes, like the nail polish, is a nice touch and very helpful.

[@queencityminis]

Thanks so much! 😊 I appreciate that

[@rachelferet3941]

I'm making an abandoned dollhouse and your videos are super useful. I also DM a dungeons and dragons game, so your 1:48 scale tutorials are great, too! Now all I need is a list of trash I should be hoarding! 😂

[@be_heard247]

Oh my goodness.... i am super intrigued with your idea. Gosh i wish i could see pics! Sounds wonderfully creepy ❤😊

[@rachelferet3941]

@@be_heard247 it's not far enough along and after some of these tutorials, I think I'm going to start over (I was just trying to wing it but wasn't making too much progress and now it just sits, waiting for me to start working on it again). What I'm ultimately going for is something that, if it were real, you'd think, "that's gotta be haunted" but without any obvious signs (so no ghosts or skeletons or anything).

[@be_heard247]

@@rachelferet3941 that's what i imagined:) like a creepy, dirty doll sitting on a rusty bed. and spiderwebs and like dirty walls and cracked ceilings. I just love your idea 💓

[@queencityminis]

I keep so many plastic bits and bobs. Most of my hoard is plastic. I also keep strings from price tags. They come in handy to make cords. Bottle caps are essential as well. Beads, grommets, and nail decorations (like tiny studs, too). These videos may prove helpful for your project! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIW7fYiFnJyna68si=-2P6DHLIpeEEmq_Y kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2LOhHaNmMudf5Ysi=USUGUjQbKzydDgA3 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXnCm4d9nrp2e6Msi=WMEgWH9ewzu5B-T5 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYnLpnWdYpetnZosi=Rl1O3cf1H4bBtm_N kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXWrd42dgNWifKcsi=ZsJWlTWlooH8f2Fh kzbin.info/www/bejne/fV6bp4quhbd6rJIsi=KVJ41Xf0R8MCQX3g kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoSkk5KjgamUaMUsi=lTt-wKD-3iEdX9bu kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2TLZ6mJbtFrpdUsi=3zZP4u_6KhVf8YCg kzbin.info/www/bejne/h523i2OPaZJ3l6ssi=W8iQE321YvSnZYqw kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIjbgq2CZ8iCfMUsi=7j2qZeKu6c7fLi3z kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJqsXnRsiad5pNUsi=26QSmSjMhLNBFgA9 kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5ewkmeJqdJ-qJIsi=lCytbijgR_JU8v-0

[@rachelferet3941]

​@@be_heard247 exactly like that! A real life teeeeeeny tiny spider actually set up house and I refuses to move him. He was just the right size. He's long gone now, but I hope another decides to move in 😂

[@jenpink4298]

These lamps are really really cute! You always come up with such great ideas and you give excellent instructions on how we can try them for ourselves. Thank you so much for all your hard work!

[@queencityminis]

Thanks so much 😊

[@JoF999]

I've been indecisive about purchasing rub and buff but this latest project of yours has convinced me. These light shades are looking amazing!

[@queencityminis]

I'm obsessed with Rub n Buff!

[@73thebutterfly]

Honestly, you have SUCH an amazing imagination. Love your videos. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much!

[@TomJones0065]

You do come up with Amazing Little IDEAS!!

[@queencityminis]

Thank you! 😊

[@CeciliaPMiniatures]

What a great idea, thank you! Miniature lighting has always been a pain in the neck for me, but this method is super effective and looks relatively easy to make, I'll try it for sure as I love industrial style so much!

[@queencityminis]

Thank you

[@TheParkAttendant]

I own a few retro light sockets. Your right, the white bead does make it look retro.

[@queencityminis]

I think I'll add it to the red one. I like it

[@Suebear6157]

I enjoyed watching your video. The things you do with trash blow my mind!👏👏

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much!

[@gilles2914]

Bonjour, depuis que je suis abonné à votre chaine je n'ai jamais posté de commentaires, mais aujourd'hui vous nous prouvez encore que vous avez une imagination que la plupart des humains n'ont pas ! Bravo et merci pour ces partages / Hello, since I subscribed to your channel I have never posted comments, but today you once again prove to us that you have an imagination that most humans do not have! Well done and thank you for sharing these

[@queencityminis]

Thank you for subscribing and commenting! I appreciate it

[@panacheluxury4262]

As many times as I have looked at suction cups I never imagined making any out of such clever light fixtures.

[@queencityminis]

I feel like I see miniatures in everything now!

[@panacheluxury4262]

@@queencityminis. Me too, lol.

[@CajunCraft24]

So clever! Thank you for all the ideas for prepping weird painting surfaces.

[@queencityminis]

You're welcome! It seems you can paint anything.

[@minirose-miniature]

It reminds me of the things I just threw away. Next time, I'll make it your way. Thank you for sharing 🌹

[@queencityminis]

I hardly throw away anything anymore. I have my trash hoard organized in multiple containers.

[@releasingendorphins232]

I love these incredible ideas. Thanks.

[@queencityminis]

Glad you like them!

[@beverlywalker8215]

You clever girl! I never would have tried taming a rubber thing with glue and paint. Great looking lamps, so thanks for sharing! I've been told I have "man hands" (an old Seinfeld episode started the teasing). Paint, ink, glue remnants, and jagged nails reinforce the claim, and nail polish amplifies the un-lady-likeness of my hands, and it doesn't last long, 😆. Love your videos!

[@queencityminis]

Haha thank you! The rubber definitely painted up better than I expected.

[@TammyWorley-p8x]

Always creative, original and frugal--❤ that about all your videos😊 love your nails too!

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much!!

[@judysparks1132]

Love this video ❤ nails look great but who cares what your hands look like when their so very talented. I’m always too busy in watching you work to even notice . Keep being yourself x

[@queencityminis]

😊 thank you

[@baldnproud]

your hands are beautiful, and your nails are divine, and the light fixtures are magnificent! 🥰👩🏾‍🦲😘

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@brianandtamiolson2330]

Omg, I just love your sense of humor

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much!

[@katarinashandmadestudio]

I really could’ve used this tutorial/idea a few weeks ago when I was drawing a blank for lighting in a project I’m working on! I love your lights, your creativity never ceases to amaze me. By the way, you can clean rub n buff off with odorless mineral spirits. It’s usually in the art supply aisle with the oil paints.

[@queencityminis]

Glad I could help, even though it's a bit late 😉

[@valeriebrincheck6034]

The Dirty Down Rust is actually from the movie industry and is an acetone based but water soluble paint. What works best is to put on a coat by dabbing it on where ever you want the rust and let it dry completely. It looks OK with one coat but the magic happens when you take a small brush and put clean water on it then dab over the dried rust. The water reacts with the paint to create a more realistic looking rust texture. I will sometimes add water to the rust paint to dilute it a little and then spatter on as the last layer to really sell it. Oh and ….. I always thought it was better for creators to not worry about their nails. That way you know they are a real crafter because they constantly have ink or paint or whatever from a recent project on their hands. Spend more time doing what you love not worrying about your nails. They are just gonna get messed up anyways.

[@queencityminis]

Wow! Thank you! I'll try that the next time I use Dirty Down Rust. I appreciate the help.

[@releasingendorphins232]

These would be good to use for ladies church hats too...Such a Great Ideas these are...Thanks!❤❤❤

[@queencityminis]

So true! How cute

[@danamontroy8178]

I love your stashes of random bits. I now horde every interesting looking item I come across. Great tutorial and your nails look lovely.🥰

[@queencityminis]

Oh thank you!

[@cecoya]

You do such great work, so creative. I work with my hands and my nails are always a hot mess. I tried nail polish but it only dried them out worse then they started splitting so I gave up. Just oil them everyday it does make a difference. Have a wonderful day

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much! I've never thought of oil.

[@juliederry3719]

These are fantastic, I would never have thought of using suckers for lamps, now I just have to find the ones I have, not sure where they are 🤔, love the ones you have created, tfs x Julie 🇬🇧

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much! I hope you find them

[@7spiritualcompass706]

Awesome! I make "ice cubes" out of those suction cups. Now I'll have another use for them!! Love it! ❤

[@queencityminis]

That's so cool!

[@risacrawford3775]

Love this idea! So much useful information. Thank you as always

[@queencityminis]

My pleasure :)

[@777AmIsis777]

Love how your creative mind works. You have me looking at things around my house that I wouldn't generally have thought of for making miniatures. Another great video. Thank you ☺

[@queencityminis]

I'm so glad! Now nothing seems like trash to me.

[@churchlady31]

I love your work! You are amazing. You are definitely blessed with a creative talent

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much!

[@Kittinthehatlady]

Great idea! I've never thought of using suction cups for lamp shades

[@queencityminis]

You should! So much fun

[@cherylflynn9978]

Currently wrestling an eczema flare....your hands are lovely and I have paid more attention to what the hands are making not the hands themselves lol Carry on creative Queen.😅

[@queencityminis]

Best of luck! I hope your flare is over soon. Thank you 😊

[@graceh8866]

Just brilliant ✨✨✨✨these are amazing thanks for sharing ❤❤❤

[@queencityminis]

Thanks so much 😊

[@tinykeyholeminis]

Oh wow..brilliant😍 two things ..isn't it funny how you see things differently while editing and wish you did this or that ..happens quiet often for me. Second..don't send that viewer to me, jeesh my hands are so torn up..I have true artist hands. I use to wear dressed nails always and did them myself as well. But they would just get ruined. It took time to get use to it, I felt naked at first😂 I loved seeing your nails unpainted, because it made me feel more comfortable and less insecure about mine. 😂 People Are People!! These recycled lights are awesome my friend!!❤🥰

[@queencityminis]

If I have time, I'll add the missing details I notice while editing. I got a ton of nail stickers on Temu, so I'm enjoying doing my nails.

[@marygatdula2744]

Shyra, you did it again! I don't know how you come up with these ideas, but these little lamps are too cute! TFS! P.S. Your hands are fine, with or without polish!

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much!

[@elizabethhammond1348]

To hel* with whomever said that! These are great! Thank you!

[@queencityminis]

Glad you like them!

[@aroha9090]

I used to use mentholated spirits to clean rub & buff from paintbrushes. I wouldn't use my favourite brushes with natural fibers though.

[@queencityminis]

Thanks for sharing! I wouldn't use my fave brushes either.

[@ALC-tx1qq]

Great creations! Suction cups can be great miniature bowls too :)

[@queencityminis]

Great idea!!

[@kellysweeney3842]

These are great! TY so much for another awesome video. I love the "trash to treasure " mindset so much. What could be better than keeping stuff out of landfills AND creating amazing minis at the same time?

[@queencityminis]

So true! I love it

[@berthaday3473]

Excellent ! Been waitin on a utility light tutorial. Cant wait to try Shyras "bad Larrys". TY

[@queencityminis]

Glad to help! Haha

[@elizabethraworth64]

Too cute, so well done. Thank you.

[@queencityminis]

You are so welcome!

[@MyMinimadness]

OKay..I thought I was looking at all things possible for miniatures... suction cups..hummm GREAT lamps!! Have I seen a wedding ring on your hand? Been missing you gal...glad you are back! How is your wonderful big dollhouse coming along?

[@queencityminis]

Thank you! I am wearing a ring, but it's not a wedding band. You won't be seeing my engagement ring anymore. My ex fiance and I broke up in March. I wore it for a while afterward.

[@queencityminis]

I sold the big dollhouse because I was moving. It was too enormous to take with me. It went to a great new home.

[@patchworkpottery]

Love your lanterns and every little thing you do. What does asbestos hands even mean?! I prefer the look of natural nails. Don't let anyone tell you what to do. ❤

[@queencityminis]

I learned it means your hands are heat resistant. Mine definitely are! I'm glad I took it the wrong way bc I've been enjoying doing my nails.

[@denisemcdougal6445]

Such a wonderful idea. I am looking forward to trying this

[@queencityminis]

Have fun!

[@shelleynobleart]

Genius

[@queencityminis]

Thank you 😊

[@amylandry4108]

I ❤your “work” 😊

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much 💓

[@agneschrismer9946]

I love your imaginary mind.(is that even a word?) Great lights.

[@marygatdula2744]

LOL. That should probably be an "imaginative" mind. Otherwise, it would be saying that her mind is imaginary, as in it isn't real. 😂 But we all know what you mean! And I have to agree with you! I call it a "third eye," and I don't have one!

[@agneschrismer9946]

@@marygatdula2744 Thank you, sometimes words pop in my head and I think "what? Is that even real?) I need to pull out good ole fashion dictionary. Shyra has a very real mind and imaginative. Love her videos and personality. Thanks for the correction.

[@marygatdula2744]

@agneschrismer9946 I make up my own words sometimes when I don't know what something is called. And I pretty much consistently mispronounce words! LOL My sisters are always laughing at and teasing me! They actually made up a dictionary of the words I made up with definitions as a joke! Aren't they just hilarious! LOL

[@agneschrismer9946]

@@marygatdula2744 Lol

[@queencityminis]

Thank you!

[@annieo9468]

OH...these are SO goooood !

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much 💡

[@missyb.623]

Great ideas. Thanks ❤

[@queencityminis]

You are so welcome!

[@joycefuller9177]

I guess I am already helping to finance nail polish😉

[@queencityminis]

Yay! Thank you 😊

[@nessiemonstercrafts]

Asbestos hands? Sure because you have nothing else to do with your days than just crafting and doing your nails? I think sometimes people forget that most KZbinrs have real jobs and lives outside of social media, not to mention perhaps different priorities. Pffft! That sort of silly, judgy, nonsense grinds my gears. You're incredibly talented Shyra, and I'm ever grateful that I get to see a glimpse of that talent on your channel. Actually watching you make those light fixtures, I thought they might work in that pub scene you were planning on making a while back, or I could just imagine a couple hanging low over a pool table, or in a workshop, or, or, or.... too many ideas! lol

[@queencityminis]

Thank you so much! This is a very supportive community

[@jojosmumdorothy2829]

🎉what a great idea 🎉😊

[@queencityminis]

Thank you! 😊

[@WillinrowArts]

Sometimes people comment the rudest things. If you like painting your nails keep it up but only if you enjoy it. Long time viewers of my channel have seen my nails go from nothing stress stubs to glittery fancy nails and back and forth 🤷‍♀️💕Lesley

[@queencityminis]

Yes! Thank you! I do like it. It is hard to do nothing while the polish dries though.

[@FranMiniCrafter]

These are great, Shyra. Using the silicone suction cups is very effective, but I know of another method that uses a "trash" item you haven't tried. Too complicated to explain here. You can clean Rub N Buff out of paintbrushes with mineral spirits.

[@queencityminis]

Great tip! Thank you

[@FranMiniCrafter]

@@queencityminis You're welcome! I sent you a message on another platform with details about the other method I mentioned. My comments don't seem to post here when I mention the other platform, but your message there says you are not very active. Hope you can find it!

[@fancifuldevices]

These look so cool. Now I’m idly wondering what would happen if they got smushed. But I make jewelry so of course that’s what I always wonder. Also since I make jewelry I have what I like to call working man’s hands. But you have to say it with a southern accent.

[@queencityminis]

I think I'll bend and flex them to see if the paint fails. Hmm I've got working man's hands, y'all

[@Zenithxblack]

This is why I've been saving little random bits. I'm not very talented or imaginative, though.

[@Zenithxblack]

PS, your nails look really nice. ♡

[@marygatdula2744]

Neither am I, but I'm a pretty good copycat!😁

[@Zenithxblack]

@@marygatdula2744 ♡

[@queencityminis]

I'll be your muse! Copy me

[@kimt4340]

🎉

[@flapjack6495]

Willy Wonka would be jealous of your imagination

[@queencityminis]

Thank you! That's a high compliment.

[@jojosmumdorothy2829]

🎉omg I think I said that but it means your great at holding hot stuff. I didn't mean it In a horrible way I'm so sorry if it upset you 🎉😊

[@queencityminis]

I understand! I thought it was really funny and wanted to tease 😆

[@jojosmumdorothy2829]

@@queencityminis you naughty girl lol 😆 xx

[@carrie4910]

These are great! Pffft you don’t need to paint your nails if you don’t want to! Whoever made that comment is kinda rude.

[@marygatdula2744]

And probably NOT a crafter, unless she/he wears gloves for every project! LOL. If I'm wrong, I wish they would share how they keep their nails and hands from looking like mine! 😂

[@carrie4910]

@@marygatdula2744 exactly!

[@queencityminis]

Haha true

[@queencityminis]

It was definitely rude, but also funny!

[@KCHorner]

First! these are soo cool. And give me so many ideas! So thank you. Second- I'm not even sure what that comment would mean? Some people have way too much time on their hands if going on the internet and making rude comments is part of their day. They need a hobby..like you have. Also most crafters have hands that look exactly like yours because we use our hands for creating.. not for being a poo head 😂

[@queencityminis]

Haha, maybe!

[@MeredithHagan]

Asbestos hands? Wtf? Love your video as always!

[@queencityminis]

Yes! Thank you! That comment made me laugh

[@pattycake8272]

❤❤❤❤

[@kristinewells961]

Those lights are gorgeous! Where do you get the narrow tip for your glue bottle?

[@queencityminis]

I got them on Amazon!

[@lolasworldofminis]

Ella & I really enjoyed this. Your nails look very nice, but you are just as talented with them unpainted. What the heck are asbestos hands anyway?? Some people’s children..

[@queencityminis]

Haha idk what asbestos hands are, but it was an accurate observation.

[@tammiemoney2607]

"Asbestos hands" 😂 I never paint my nails because *healthcare worker* and they would get messed up with super glue/acetone based stain/tape anyway!

[@queencityminis]

Mine met messed up easily during remodels.

[@Ddp84]

These are amazing!😍 And whomever felt the need to make such a horrible comment (nothing at all wrong with your hands or nails) probably hasn't seen the outside world in a long time as they don't leave their troll hole (and they probably have an asbestos face na na nana na!)🙈🤣

[@queencityminis]

Haha she meant my hands are resistant to heat! I didn't know that was a term over the pond

[@izzpop781]

The lamps are fantastic - as always & if I had even half your talent I'd be happy! @jojosmumdorothy2829 I didn't see the original comment so I'm not sure what was said about nails but if it was your comment that inadvertently started the 'how rude' snowball then I'm gathering that you're from the UK. (or maybe are just familiar with the asbestos reference) Coming from the UK, I know exactly how you meant it and can vouch for the fact that this expression is really common and in no way offensive. To anyone who's not aware, asbestos is a material which is heat resistant so can withstand high temperatures without being adversely affected and the 'saying' in question originated about chefs who could seemingly stick their hands in any boiling liquid or heat with little or no effect I've always used "you must have asbestos fingers" but I also say "you must have an asbestos mouth" (particularly to my other half when he eats things straight out of the oven or has an extremely hot & spicy Jalfrezi!) it never occurred to me until reading these comments that it could be taken as derogatory but, obviously it has been. If I come across an expression or word that I'm unfamiliar with, I Google it first, which has proved useful on more than one occasion. I love QCM & this community but feel that the distance across the pond has led to unfair ridicule on this occasion as, honestly, it's not an insult. As I said, I can't comment on the 'nails' part of it (except to say that colour's gorgeous 😍) Ps. I have asbestos fingers and am proud of it cos when I'm dealing with hot glue, it's most definitely an advantage 👍😁

[@queencityminis]

Haha, it wasn't JoJo. That's such interesting insight! Thank you

[@izzpop781]

@@queencityminis 👍🤗 (& good news JoJo) Going to binge watch some of your videos later later....Yesssssssss, that's my evening sorted!

[@be_heard247]

I was gonna comment and say how lovely ur hands look.... but damn... now that i know someone said something rude to you.... i feel bad. Anyway thank you for this video! I was literally just saying today that i need to learn to make pendant lights. I need a much smaller scale tho. Like 1:24. Any suggestions? 😊❤

[@queencityminis]

I just Googled it, and there are mini suction cups! That would work for half scale.

[@be_heard247]

@@queencityminis wow thank you! 😃

[@arnhood]

Some people need to learn that other humans don't exist to fit into their vision of beauty. Comments about others' appearances always tell more about the person making the comment than the person they are bullying.

[@queencityminis]

That is too true!

[@flash2tz]

"Asbestos hands?" Really? I guess that means anyone who actually uses their hands for anything other than picking their nose has those same hands! Full disclosure: I have noticed your hands many times. I find them entertaining. They have a lived in look that i find appealing, maybe because my own look the same, except more scarred (frightened animals lash out sometimes). Be you, Queen. Be you. ❤

[@queencityminis]

They definitely look lived in 😆

[@bonitocraftsarg]

The nail tape is just for masking, that's why it's glue is so weak

[@queencityminis]

That makes sense!

[@CloverWoodss]

I am ready to FIGHT who ever said anything about your hands!!!! Crafters, artists, etc. use our hands to make stuff!!! I’ve never noticed anything about your hands, but as someone else who crafts and does things my hands have cuts, scuffs, stains and inconsistent nail length due to thin ass nails getting damaged, etc. even super glue spots I get here and there. But you can also paint your nails if it makes you happy❤

[@queencityminis]

Hear hear! I agree. My hands look especially crazy when I'm remodeling.

[@guadalupebecerra8831]

👍😯👏👏👏👏👏💓

[@AshleyJohnson-wi3fi]

That was kind of rude about someone about your nails if you choose not to paint your nails that's your business❤❤❤

[@queencityminis]

Haha thank you

[@nancymabry]

Where do you get the little bottle for your white glue, please?

[@queencityminis]

I got them from Temu and Amazon

[@nancymabry]

@@queencityminis thank you!

[@JonathanAliceaZepeda]

I am trying tô do a mini Led sign for a mini bar. But i can not find the way, i hope you can. Im talking about the yellow gloing signs with funny quotes

[@queencityminis]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWe5eKGNgceDh68si=Hg2uYkOrlh_wJLwy Ara from Bentley House Minis makes a sign in this video

[@lauraguglielmazzi3052]

🥰🥰🥰🥰👏👏👏👍👍💯💯💯

[@pennyholmboe]

What is asbestos hands? I liked your hands and nails the way they were. Polish is great but sometimes I think it’s too posh! Just be yourself! Haters gonna hate!

[@queencityminis]

Haha thank you!

[@briannaburke2572]

What even is asbestos hands?

[@queencityminis]

My hands?