ASIAN ZEN INSPIRED WOOD DECOR | DOLLAR TREE JENGA TOWER BLOCKS & POPSICLE STICKS | JAPANDI CRAFTS

[@Spoillygirl]

They are simple yet elegant. I really loved the Shoji screen vase. Thank you for sharing.👸🏽👏🏾💜💜👏🏾👸🏽

[@KimoCraft]

You’re welcome Spoilly Girl! I love hearing that and thank you for visiting! ❤️👋

[@Jetersblessings]

I'm Vietnamese and so when I moved out of my mom's house I tell you my apartment was decorated in Asian Decor but that was a long time ago. I love these pieces and using the soy sauce as stain was genius . Needless to say I have bottles of soy sauce I can use. TFS Kimo and have a blessed weekend!

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Jetersblessings! I’m so happy these projects but up some happy nostalgia for you. And thank you so much for your kind words, I appreciate that so much❤️👋

[@janiethecraftprincess]

Hi Kimo! You are brilliant to even think of staining the wood with soy sauce!!! It keeps with the theme and stained nicely. I personally would use Beacon Fabri Tac to glue the things together. I love the final results! The style of the riser you made actually reminds me of the end tables back in the 60's. I really love ALL of your projects today...... simplistic and beautiful and creative. You always inspire me 😊💖🤗 Hugs....Janie

[@KimoCraft]

Awww thank you Janie! That is too kind of you. Long ago, I saw someone use soy sauce to stain paper, kind of like a tea stain or coffee stain. I hoped that technique would work for this project as well, and it seemed to work great! And yes, I totally know what you’re talking about with those end tables. We are on the same wavelength! Hope you’re having a good one!❤️👋

[@christinehall238]

Creative Asian DIYs! I’m amazed at the soy sauce wood stain! All your creations are very simple, but interesting!

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Christine Hall! I love simple, easy to make, and impactful. Thank you!❤️👋

[@elainehoward8822]

These wooden crafts are so beautiful, and quite oriental to look at, which I love. So big thank you so much for sharing xxxxxxx

[@KimoCraft]

A huge mahalo to you Elaine Howard! Hope you are well!👋❤️

[@dorisgilman920]

Love them all. Very simple but elegant.

[@KimoCraft]

Awww thank you Doris Gilman! That is too kind of you. Hope you’re having a good one!❤️👋

[@marymikemays896]

Love the simple round riser! The three of them make a nice group.

[@KimoCraft]

Thank you Mary Mike Mays! That’s so sweet of you to say ❤️👋

[@karenwilliams3909]

Blessings again from Brooklyn Ny clove your inspiration and accent continue with your beautiful crafts blessings from the father

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Karen Williams! I appreciate that so much and hope all is well in Brooklyn with you.❤️👋

[@debrasage3006]

I'm not into Asian Decorations, but I must say. This projects have given me something to think about. I just loved them all but the shoji vase was my favorite.. Thank you..

[@KimoCraft]

Thank you Debra Sage! I appreciate it and wish you happy crafting!❤️👋

[@suzzannelemarier3350]

I liked a three love those sticker tacks.

[@KimoCraft]

I totally agree Suzzanne Lemarier! Mahalo for visiting!👋❤️

[@joo2093]

I never would have thought about using soy sauce as a stain! I love all of them!

[@KimoCraft]

Awww thank you Jo O! That is too kind of you. Hope you’re having a good one!❤️👋

[@sholle7]

Hi Kimo!! I love the idea of using soy sauce to stain! I love all of these! My favorite is the double layered stand.

[@kristinewells961]

Love the non-boho snd non-farmhouse DIYs! ❤️

[@KimoCraft]

Wow I’m so overwhelmed with gratitude Kristine Wells. Thank you for visiting! ❤️👋

[@jenniferfriddle7155]

Kimo thanks for sharing your beautiful DIYS with us , I love these ! You are so creative .

[@KimoCraft]

Awww thank you Jennifer Friddle! That is too kind of you. Hope you’re having a good one!❤️👋

[@ellenl5626]

Thank you for introducing me to the Japandi style! I always look forward to learning new things from your videos.

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Ellen L! Thank you and have a great weekend!❤️👋

[@tracywetsch3566]

I Love your channel so much Kimo! I am a farm house style girl but I just Love your projects. You are so creative and talented.

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Tracy Wetsch! I’m blushing🤭Thank you!❤️👋

[@dawnspengler9357]

Great projects! Love the Zen feel! Thanks Kimo

[@KimoCraft]

Dawn Spengler thank you so much! That means a lot to me ❤️👋

[@paulabenfield3891]

Love all 3 diy's, greet ideas, thanks

[@KimoCraft]

Thank you Paula Benfield! That’s so sweet of you to say ❤️👋

[@curtischildress9580]

Aren't you the smart and savvy DIY guy using soy sauce as a wood stain! I love it! I can imagine soaking wood in it for longer periods would create a darker staining. I like the wooden vase and would like to make 2 or 3 for outdoor centerpieces for the picnic table. Very nice work on all the crafts. Thanks for your time and work and crafty ideas!

[@KimoCraft]

Awww thank you Curtis Childress! That is too kind of you. Hope you’re having a good one and happy crafting!❤️👋

[@curtischildress9580]

@@KimoCraft Likewise! You bring fun happy crafting to all of us! Yay!

[@cheryltomlinson6457]

Aloha Kimo! These DIYs came out so beautiful!! Hard to pick a favorite as I love them all!!! ❤️

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Cheryl Tomlinson! I appreciate that so much and hope you are doing well!❤️👋

[@tinawatson1690]

Love them all❤️

[@KimoCraft]

Tina Watson thank you so much! That means a lot to me ❤️👋

[@angelicamaria6715]

I love this projects!🌷🌺🌹💐🌾

[@KimoCraft]

Awww thank you Angelica Maria! That is too kind of you. Hope you’re having a good one!❤️👋

[@vivmatto725]

Aloha kimo ... Wow just love these three diys they are just beautiful ... So inspiring ... Given me some great ideas there thankyou ... Sending much love your way from the UK x

[@marycostigan8535]

I love all 3 projects! They feel very calming to me! Thank you Kimo for sharing and have a great weekend🙋🏻‍♀️ I just made a lantern using house shaped frames ( like the dollar tree frames)

[@KimoCraft]

What a great idea, I bet they look awesome! Thank you so much Mary Costigan! 👋❤️

[@marycostigan8535]

@@KimoCraft thank you I can’t take credit for the idea but i like how it worked out 😄

[@toodymouse]

Love these - so clean and modern! I never would have thought of using soy sauce as a dye.

[@KimoCraft]

Thank you toodymouse aka Beth! That’s so sweet of you to say ❤️👋

[@pegeen6634]

Wow❗️ I like a lot❗️I enjoyed the first two the most. I’m not big on plastic plants, as I do use the sometimes. I do like the ‘tacks’ which does give it a finished look. Way to go‼️😻🤩

[@KimoCraft]

Thank you Margaret Cardera! That’s so sweet of you to say. I like plastic succulents because they look good and I don’t have to water them! Total black thumb here. Aloha to you and appreciate you visiting!❤️👋

[@sageclovers15]

Nice diys. The one with the flower in bowl is my fave. Very relaxing.

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Mary Christo! Thank you!❤️👋

[@lizsanabria5541]

Wow can’t believe I missed this one really beautiful work great ideas something different and beautiful

[@KimoCraft]

Awww thank you liz sanabria! That is too kind of you. Hope you’re having a good one!❤️👋

[@nancyferreira1745]

Hiii...love the idea of staining with soya sauce!!! Thank you for sharing

[@KimoCraft]

You’re welcome Nancy Ferreira! I love hearing that and thank you for visiting! ❤️👋

[@connievanlandingham7048]

Soy sauce as a stain, brilliant, my wise friend!!! Love me some Asian decor, many buddahs, inside & out, Japanese decor plates!! ♥ Really love your risers! Hope to find the tack stickers at my DT soon! Great job! TFS !

[@KimoCraft]

Wow I’m so overwhelmed with gratitude Connie Vanlandingham. I love that Decour as well, and it reminds me of my upbringing in Hawaii. Simple, clean lines, a calming vibe, love it!Thank you for visiting! ❤️👋

[@christinahutchison3967]

They are all so Unique it’s hard to choose just one.

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Christina Hutchison! I appreciate that so much❤️👋

[@nickyhorne1114]

Hi Kimo I cannot decide witch one I like best. All 3 of them are beautiful. I love the idea of using soy sauce for a stain. Great idea.

[@KimoCraft]

Awww thank you Nicky Horne! That is too kind of you. Hope you’re having a good one!❤️👋

[@judyharrell4107]

I never thought of using soy sauce to stain with. My favorite would be the case! Aloha!!

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Judy Harrell! Aloha & Thank you!❤️👋

[@cynthiawall7073]

I loved them all. I'm working on a cabinet made from cardboard. It will be an organiser for my Grandsons legos.

[@marychampion8716]

I love the Japanese flair on all ur projects, & soy sauce, that's great! It's always difficult to choose which one I like the best. Sohgi screen, I'll bet cherry blossom florals would look good as well.

[@KimoCraft]

What a great idea and I bet you’re right about the cherry blossoms! Thank you so much Mary Champion! 👋❤️

[@harrietjohnson9315]

Hey Kimo, I love all your projects. They're all so cute!!! I'm gonna try the second one. Can't pick a fav. Thanks for sharing Enjoy rest of your day

[@KimoCraft]

Mahalo Harriet Johnson! That is so great to hear. Hope you are well!👋❤️

[@harrietjohnson9315]

@@KimoCraft hi, yes I'm doing good. Thank you

[@jeanmeierbachtol6154]

As usual they are all so creative love the soy sauce stain. You’ve given me a few ideas to put my twist on them. I love making things with wood. Small or large

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Jean Meierbachtol! I also love working with the word, and hope to include more projects in the future. Thank you!❤️👋

[@honeybee1969tc]

Love your tier mini riser

[@KimoCraft]

Mahalo T a m m y Lynette C h a p p e l l! I’m so glad you liked it! Thanks so much for your support ❤️👋

[@sherrysmith2887]

I like them all they are so gorgeous thank you kimo

[@KimoCraft]

Mahalo Sherry Smith! That is so great to hear. Hope you are well!👋❤️

[@debbiecyr9321]

You bring different style different techniques to the crafting world thank you I came across you a couple of days ago and I haven’t stopped watching

[@judycrosley6442]

Great designs!! My favorite was the first one! Thank you for sharing!

[@KimoCraft]

You’re welcome Judy Crosley! I love hearing that and thank you for visiting! ❤️👋

[@yvettesobaszek8100]

Kimo! You are a very resourceful and clever man, love them all. 🤙🏻

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Yvette Sobaszek! I appreciate that so much❤️👋

[@terryshryack5753]

Wow. I needed your video ideas years ago.

[@yvonne-silverfox7312]

I lov them all the first two were very ingenious and different #3 was really nice

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Yvonne Williams! Glad you liked them! So happy you visited! ❤️👋

[@wendychatman8430]

Aloha, I 💜 all of them

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Wendy Chatman! I appreciate that so much❤️👋

[@DesignbyD9]

Hey Kimo! It was so much fun collaborating with you. Using soy sauce as stain is so creative!! I love all of your Asian style decor pieces. They are indeed zen and have that clean and minimal style of yours that I love so much. Thanks again!💕💕

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Deneen! So happy you visited! And it’s a pleasure to work with you, I can’t wait to see your video! Hope you’re having a good one❤️👋

[@mexwaii]

Aloha. Love your ideas. Mahalo fo d inspirations.

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha mexwaii! That is too kind of you. So happy you visited! ❤️👋

[@drawandlearnarts7557]

ماشاءالله 👍👍👍بالتوفيق ان شاء لله تعالى تدوم الصداقه 👍👍👍☺️☺️🤝👉

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo ارسم وتعلم فنون Draw and learn arts! I appreciate that so much❤️👋

[@carolreardon2138]

Kimo you beautiful work.😃

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Carol Reardon! Thank you!❤️👋

[@Weezer_Norcal]

Kimo! These all came out absolutely beautiful! ❤ I love that you share your heritage with us. ❤ Ps The soy sauce stain.. GENIUS!

[@KimoCraft]

Mahalo Mandie! That is so great to hear. Hope you and the fam are well!👋❤️

[@Weezer_Norcal]

@@KimoCraft trying to be. Lol Hope you all are well. Give my love to the handsome men in your life! (Stan & Kubo lol)

[@bobbieflores1057]

Lol can i say all are a favorite, love them both risers and the frame for the greenery fantastic work & to use soy sauce as a stain, would have never thought of that really off the walk & love that about you & it's a beautiful stain,? Do you miss Hawaii? Tfs. Big Thumbs Up 👍🥰🙏

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Bobbie Flores! Yes, I miss Hawaii from time to time, but also really love living here in Salt Lake City. I feel very lucky to have experienced living in both places. Thank you!❤️👋

[@diannereevesedge830]

Will have to try soy sauce. Youre amazing love watching...... I'm Cherokee and Irish

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Dianne Reeves Edge! What a great combo! I love different cultures, customs, and art! And your ethnic mix sounds fascinating❤️👋

[@diannereevesedge830]

@@KimoCraft lol mix for sure

[@Mama_pajama]

So happy I found your channel! I am really liking the Japandi aesthetic and really enjoyed your video. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@mariapollard269]

Hey hey Kimmo that is it so beautiful im a big sucker for things like that so 😥 sad my 💵 🌳 doesn't have it but they're stunning love it thank for sharing lovey day and remember ... Be safe ❤ 💋 lot of hugs blessing lot of it

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Maria Pollard! Ugh! Dollar Tree! Sometimes you can find stuff, sometimes you can’t and it’s so elusive. We are still staying safe, and I wish you a wonderful weekend❤️👋

[@elainevaldez44]

Great ideas ♥️ I loved the last DIY

[@KimoCraft]

Thank you Elaine Valdez! I appreciate it and wish you happy crafting!❤️👋

[@SamanthaG1989_]

I like craft #2 but they all where top knotched 💜💜💜💜

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Samantha X! It was kind of fun doing these projects today! Thank you so much for your kind words, as always! ❤️👋

[@SamanthaG1989_]

@@KimoCraft Aloha Kimo your so welcome 💜💜💜💜

[@Patti-1962]

I liked all of these projects, but the first project was my favorite. I could imaging making these in different heights. I just appreciate your style. As I appreciate the farmhouse style, my style is more classic... and it can be hard to find channels like yours. I will definitely go over and watch Deneen's video. BTW, the soy sauce stain was so smart. Did your projects smell like an Asian meal?😂❤️

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Patti 1962! Yes, I was craving sushi the entire time!🤣 I really appreciate your kind comments, and sometimes I don’t know quite how to describe my own style. It’s a little modern, it’s a little minimalist, it’s a little colorful… Oh well! I’m glad that you enjoyed them. So happy you visited! ❤️👋

[@kmom1441]

How clever to use soy sauce to stain the wood! My favorite is the last, the Shoji Vase cover, but as soon as I saw the second project I was thinking it would make a great end table for my Granddaughter when she is old enough to play with Barbie dolls and put it on my project list:)

[@KimoCraft]

What a great idea! Because it kind of does look like it could be a table, right?Thank you so much KMOM14! 👋❤️

[@patriciafavors606]

I love your projects. Great gift for a masculine look. First time here. Will be following you.

[@devonbradley4372]

Thank you for this video. I really liked the stand that you made. Personally, I think I would rather stain the wood in a coffee or tea solution - only because the soy sauce may attract creepy crawlies. Great idea, though! Enjoyed your work.

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Devon Elizabeth Bradley! I think staining in coffee or tea is the best idea. So far, no creepy Crawlies🪳but I’ll let you know if that changes🤣 See ya later!❤️👋

[@lonibilyeu6340]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sommermeadows6885]

I love that you live in SLC! 💕 I live in SLC as well and love this city and state.

[@KimoCraft]

I totally agree Sommer Meadows! I’ve been in SLC for over 20 years now. Mahalo for visiting!👋❤️

[@kathiwalker8714]

Absolutely Beautiful Asian decor. What a great idea using soy sauce, it really gave a beautiful shade of stain. Will you be doing any fall diy’s? that is what I am starting to do now. I am not to big on decorating for Halloween but fall is such a Beautiful time of year and the colors are gorgeous. Thank you for sharing your Talent, the DIY’s came out So nice 😊

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Kathi Walker! I might be doing some fall DIY‘s, and I’m definitely a Halloween kind of guy. I haven’t thought too much about it, but I guess that time of year is approaching! So happy you visited! ❤️👋

[@Red_Queens_Jubilee_Club]

Kimo! You know why you have the packets of soy sauce leftover? It’s because if it isn’t Aloha Shoyu it just isn’t good. It looks like it makes a good dye though. Your projects have a nice, clean style. The greenery in the Shoji screen planter does look like Bonsai. I don’t have a favorite, as you know. These are all so Zen I’m relaxed and ready for a 😴. 🤙🏻

[@KimoCraft]

Mary, wake up!🤣 True, no Aloha ShoyuIn those little packets, so stain it is! And yes, I kind of thought it looks like bonsai as well, especially with the asymmetric kind of hangover to one side. Always great to see you, hope you are well!❤️👋

[@craftycloset]

Unbelievable frnd and stay connected 😮😲💫🥰🙃😊🔥🔥🔥🔥👌👌👌👌💞💞

[@KimoCraft]

crafty closet thank you so much! That means a lot to me ❤️👋

[@Jeff_Eats_Local]

You made some wood sushi! Where was the Wasabi???? Soy sauce stain is a first for me but clever use of using what you have!

[@KimoCraft]

🤣Aloha and mahalo Jeff! Now you’re making me hungry❤️👋

[@joanfriant211]

I cringed as a guy dumped slats from an Ikea bed, I saw table! Those risers are very different, very nice!

[@KimoCraft]

I totally agree Joan Friant! What was he thinking??🤣Mahalo for visiting!👋❤️

[@lauradimitriadis4371]

I liked all of these I never would have thought to use soy sauce to stain wood. I wonder if Kubo will be trying to eat it. My community has an annual craft fair so I'm working on so.e wreaths for Autumn and Christmas, some signs and some small furniture refinishing

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha and mahalo Laura Dimitriadis! So far, Kubo hasn’t eaten anything🤣 I appreciate your kind comments and wish you a great weekend!❤️👋

[@karenwilliams3909]

Blessings from Brooklyn Ny just loving it was very easy any kid can do this craft I have no favorite love them all but can't find the tracks stickers at my dollar store

[@KimoCraft]

Darn it on those stickers! Awww that means a lot to me Karen Williams! Thank you!❤️👋

[@NanasWorld2007]

Does it have the aroma from the soy sauce ? I love the case at the end,, and the incense burner table is my favorite

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Joyce T. Neel! I just sniffed the projects, and there is a very faint odor, but nothing noticeable. And that incense burner was such a score! So happy you visited! ❤️👋

[@DecFirefly1210]

Awesome Kimo... so funny you mentioned your ethnicity. At the beginning of the video I was wondering about it bcs of your tan.

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Christi Adams! I wish I had a tan!🤣So happy you visited! ❤️👋

[@effiesmith7928]

Hi friend come make a sure you are still my friend.

[@cmmartinez330]

I never would have thought to use soy sauce, does it give off a smell tho?

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Carmen Martinez-Mercado! Actually, there was a faint odor for a little while, but now it’s basically gone. So happy you visited! ❤️👋

[@simoneshlomi3869]

Funny that you used soy sauce. I once used red wine . We make our own wine so it is always in abundance! Everything turned out great as usual. Once again I will thank you for not doing pumpkin diys!😂

[@KimoCraft]

Awww that means a lot to me Simone Shlomi! You make your own wine!? That’s pretty amazing. And you are welcome for now, but I plan to do some Halloween crafts that might scare your socks off eventually!🤣❤️👋

[@simoneshlomi3869]

@@KimoCraftWe don’t celebrate Halloween but I will be watching anyway. Yes, the wine making is a cool family project.

[@maureenmanning3576]

Is there any smell left from the soy sauce?

[@KimoCraft]

Aloha Maureen Manning! Now that everything has completely dried, there really isn’t a smell. If I get up really really close and put my nose on it I can smell something, but it’s pretty faint. Hope you are well!! ❤️👋

[@tracyclyde]

Should have kept the canvas, could have used it for another DIY

[@kehauscottage]

Girl, not da shoyu packets :)

[@KimoCraft]

🤣 maybe chili pepper water next time? ❤️👋