I HAND PAINTED A Whole DECK OF CARDS

[@BillMakingStuff]

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[@JamesBeven-n6u]

Not sure this is what you asked but i would pay £8 without thinking about it too much for a copy pack (delivered :) they are beautiful

[@charlottethehousegoat5960]

These are really lovely! Great idea 💡 I'm really inspired to get back into painting by doing some really little artworks. Bloody well done!

[@foxygingerkitten235]

I would ABSOLUTELY buy a printed deck of these! No way im going to be able to afford the originals but the prints would definitely be in my collection. Those cards are perfection i love them so nuch!

[@danahlongley]

Print 'n play version? Happy to pay for a digital file to print and cut crudely on my own printer!

[@bullpupluver]

I too am excessively poor to afford originals

[@Rohan-q1x2t]

Samme

[@Jeff_Auger]

Agreed!

[@Bogart745]

Yes! Please get these scanned to print

[@ThatDigitalGuy-g7i]

0:23 I feel like one of these days they’re gonna have a talk like this then suddenly he’ll be a real cat

[@thangalang]

I would absolutely love to buy a full deck. I've bought the two rule books and absolutely love them!

[@Cazzerk]

As a card collector, cardist and semi professional magician I have to say these are awesome mate. I wish I had the artistic talent to create my own deck.

[@tosteson1]

You do. If you have learned to do card tricks, you obviously have determination. That's all it takes. You have what you need. Start with Proko's oldest videos. That's where I started.

[@Pork-Pie-Pete81]

Yes, we want prints. Yes, we want to buy originals, and yes, we love the art. Very inspirational Bill, the vid was well worth the wait. Thanks.

[@Arthurmahboah-i2n]

This video is my introduction to bill making stuff, I love his style. Thank you for brightening my day bill.

[@lizlovin4504]

Now you’re in the fan club! We love Bill!

[@BJReolon]

Good stuff

[@euansmith3699]

I heard it, and knew no more. Heard it as I sat petrified in that unknown cemetery in the hollow, amidst the crumbling stones and the falling tombs, the rank vegetation and the miasmal vapours. Heard it well up from the innermost depths of that damnable open sepulchre as I watched amorphous, necrophagous shadows dance beneath an accursed waning moon. And this is what it said, “YOU FOOL, CAT IS DEAD!”

[@moda78z]

😮😩🤣👏

[@craigfurness5278]

The statement of Randolph Cat-ter?

[@euansmith3699]

@@craigfurness5278 😆

[@BetaRayBill32]

I find it funny that after doing all the art for Skirm Bill decides to do more art. Skirm looks great by the way, I'm eager to get a game in.

[@MMadjansen]

Bill, you're so absurdly creative and productive, and this combined mammoth task and channel retrospective video really drove that home. I hope you understand how many wanna be creators you inspire.

[@Slavador2393]

Excellent project, I really like your idea. I'm thinking I might go for broke, and do a deck myself. 😅 Yeah, I'd buy a deck of scanned prints from you👍

[@MrScotchcarb]

My copy of Skirm arrived literally the day before this uploaded. I choose to believe Bill wasn't able to upload for so long because he was busy hand delivering my copy to Australia.

[@kevinknight287]

Dude! This is super impressive. As a fellow artist and a father I know how hard it is to find the time to complete projects. You should be super proud!

[@lindsayparker7722]

I get "Tank!" stuck in my head every time Bill says "cowboy bead bot"

[@benchfactor]

I'm glad that wasn't just me!

[@metalmikey1990]

these are awesome you gave me teh inspiration to kick my own arse about finishing an old project of mine, i just lost confidence. Seeing how these turned out has defiantly inspired me, keep up the fantastic work

[@iain.sm.c]

I've tried doing a set of tarot in the past, and other friends have also tried doing playing cards. We all gave up half way through lmao. These are fantastic, Bill. Can't wait to see what you end up making this year.

[@cursoryintegration8512]

Honestly this is one of those videos that's destined to punch way above whatever amount of views or likes it gets, it's an amazing work of dedication and it all looks great. Big respect!

[@pigpuddle1]

It's the circle of life! From sketches to builds to paintings. Fantastic.

[@cindytutwiler7896]

Thanks!

[@BillMakingStuff]

Welcome!

[@samuelkohn7282]

I wasn't convinced by the blue backlight highlights until you added the black outline and then wow it looked fantastic, really tied it all together ! Great job they look very cool, it's very inspiring

[@SweenyMarc]

Really fun project! I especially enjoyed the run through at the end, nice to see a lot of old builds again. Before you sell them off, would you consider doing HD scans so you can get more decks printed up - there are a few card making websites out there you can upload art to and they make the deck for you. I imagine there'd be some interest in having a copy of the deck as playable cards.

[@euansmith3699]

Bill, "It's nor really a big commitment, doing a playing card." 51 cards remain to be illustrated. This is a great retrospective project.

[@AdamCrute-y5n]

Awesome work!! the idea of making a custom deck of cards has been in the back of my mind for a while,it was nice to see it in one of your videos.Speaking of your videos,I have been binging your channel for like two months now.The last video I watched before finding this one, 40 sec. after you posted this vid,was your trip to the U.S.Keep up the good work!!!!!

[@MColvello]

This video was awesome, I loved every card and The Mayor is my favorite! Thanks for all the effort you puy into it, Bill! This has been my favorite channel since I found it

[@davemckinney6555]

This is pretty impressive for someone as self-depreciating as you are, Bill. Fair amount of commitment to complete the entire deck. Good show, Bill!!

[@ErikDavisHeim]

Very cool project, a deck of cards is a great idea for getting a bunch of drawing practice done in manageable chunks. I enjoyed the retrospective showing the cards next to the builds- good choices for the two jokers at the end

[@jjmetrejhon1743]

What an undertaking! Fantastic results, honestly. And I'd love a printed deck - I collect decks of cards and I can't afford all the originals, but a deck of my very own BMS playing cards would be amazing. Happy new year to you, mr making stuff! Thank you for another brilliant video.

[@awkwardshrimp]

We missed you in the States, especially in Los Angeles where I live. 2025 has been rough without you. Welcome back!

[@mordecaitoth6703]

Tremendous work! I would very much like to buy a full deck of these playing cards. Thanks for sharing!

[@marcbohlen7105]

I liked the idea of seeing you paint asset of cards, but seeing the whole set and being reminded of the sheer lot of awesome builds you did the last years was just a blast.

[@fireflydice]

Bill, I recently started my trash crafting jurney and I believe that people really do not grasp how hard it can be do build amazing stuff out of unrelated items. I have a new higher respect for what you do and how well you do it. Thanks for the inspiration. :)

[@lotny5492]

I really like this project and how it ties in to all the previous projects you've worked on. I also appreciate you showing the cards along with what inspired it.

[@tonyrenouf7898]

...bioluminescence...that's where the glow in monsters eyes comes from Bill...(rolls glowing eyes)...love your work man...

[@MannyCruz-q5r]

Yooooo! Wow Bill. Well worth the wait. First off, solid idea with the playing cards. I can't believe that's not a "thing". Absolutely interested in the cards. You weren't kidding about seeing some characters that we might not have seen before. Going to look up some episodes from the past to see what I've missed. Remember it's "Bill Making Stuff" and not Bill only makes bots. The art thing is a great direction, and you really should share more of your artwork. Don't be so apologetic about the art you make with markers and paper. Keep up that momentum, it really suits you. Probably one of my top 5 favorite episodes so far. Thanks Bill, and please keep making stuff.

[@cakemanLHK]

All those cards are really amazing, Bill! I found this video really inspiring! Now I'm gravin' for some cards to draw silhouettes on. And it's good to see you again in the new year :)

[@shortguy42]

Starting 2025 with an absolute banger!! Nice video Bill. :)

[@DarthCool99]

Love the deck Bill, it was great to watch this because I made my own tarot deck a couple years back. Your process here was very similar to mine, but I wanted to mention that one thing I liked a lot, that cut way down on the cards bending because of a heavy paint layer, was priming with my airbrush. My first few cards were all painted with acrylics right onto the card, and I found it took forever to dry, and it'd kind of bend the cards. The airbrush didn't do this, and it made a sort of protective barrier between the paint and the cards, which kept them from absorbing that paint moisture and getting freaky. It also helped colour coverage and getting nice gradients on the backgrounds. Cheers!

[@jakelevinson7802]

I’m glad Bill has patrons who really support him I should definitely join Patreon. I really like this guy’s work and have for a very long time.

[@mikibabic8187]

So many people have said it already but let me say it as well I would love to buy a printed deck like this or something similar. Cards are gorgeous and you are a genius Bill. And cat's also great, I don't want him to feel left out.

[@TheStrangeMood]

Love your art style! Also, Skirm is really excellent Bill. I’ve had a lot of fun playing it!

[@stephaniefunnell3873]

Hurray! You're back. Happy New Year and thank you for a wondrous video. Your explanation of light sources and shading is revelatory. I love your art videos but am definitely looking forward to a robot build. 🥰

[@Gentleman_Jester]

Awesome idea and a great way to showcase all your amazing builds.

[@codypries1221]

The first video I ever saw of yours bill was the pod racer and I’ve Been watching ever since, I even started crafting here and there and because of the algorithms started painting war hammer miniatures and even Gundams, I consider my self a craft man now model and artist, and it all started after that first few videos, this card collection is a literal iconography of all your best work, your a legend bill, never quit

[@TheEwalk77]

I'd like this video twice if I could. That was some undertaking for one video. When Bill goes missing something big is always on the way. 👏👏👏

[@chester1882]

7:29 - 7:54, this is the coolest stop mo you've done so far. The sound effect really elevates the cool factor here/

[@GreyPeregrine85]

Such a creative idea and lovely looking back at all the previous projects. Your world building is truly inspiring. Can’t wait for what’s next!

[@chempionofchaos4875]

You did a fantastic job, Bill! It's looking fantastic!!!

[@xmobile.]

36:19 was waiting to see this one. OFFFFFF WITH THEIR HEADS! ♠️♥️♣️♦️. I lovvvvvve playing cards and the symbols (the thought of how ancient they are and how many humans in all walks of life, for all of time, have recognized them), so this was really exciting to see. You did a fantastic job. It was my realization yesterday, on my 45 minute walk home from work (literally up hills and through snow & ice) that as conservative as i am on spending, and as much effort i can possibly exert, i cannot actually afford to live 😳 so as much as i would love to own some cards while also being supportive, i just cannot. I'm fine by the way, just ready to see some heads roll because I'm not the only one in this boat.

[@LeoBashThings]

Happy New Year, Bill! Great video once again!!! Love it!

[@mrlion1102]

Really don't know how to express it more than, Amazing. I know it takes too much time and wasn't possible, but it would have been lovely to get a short episode of each card being painted, with just some music and perhaps some small talk. It is soothing and relaxing to watch. As a bunch other has comment, would love to be able to buy a complete deck as a copy. They all look amazing.

[@mrnottomorrow]

as someone who had the incredible idea to customise a tarot deck for my girlfriends birthday in a month (i severely underestimated the amount of work it takes and i don't think i'll ever finish on time) it is so ironic to get this recommended hahahah good video tho!! absolutely love your creativity

[@ryanmccoy9177]

These are f*cking phenomenal! Your illustration style is so eye catching and bold and beautiful and it fits so well on the small canvas of the cards :D

[@themixedbrickuniverse8085]

Love these so much, great job.

[@guleri]

Grat looking deck of cards Bill, you are a true artist.

[@martinabarnett9590]

Love them! A very cool ‘retrospective’ indeed ! Nicely done 😃👍🏻

[@toddguenther1568]

Greetings from the Derby City! I shared this episode with a friend who works at the United States Playing Card Company in Erlanger, Kentucky - encouraging them to watch this episode. Maybe something good will benefit your shop. This was a REALLY fun episode! Happy New Year to you and your family Bill. Keep up the good work.

[@BillMakingStuff]

Thanks for sharing!

[@LtPuffin]

I love my copy of Bangarang. I haven't played it yet, but the art and world make the book fun to flip through and look at. Will be picking up Skirm!

[@Guild0fGamers]

I just stumbled into this channel and it’s absolutely inspiring. You seem to represent like 80% of my hobby interests. And yes, I would absolutely be a paying customer for a deck of cards like that. It looks amazing. If these become available in some way I’d for sure buy them.

[@stephenclarke2625]

Hi Bill and Cat.They are amazing. Your results are awesome. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@brianlukethomas]

I'm so impressed with how much creative work that you do!! The cards are amazing and yes I would buy a printed deck of these!

[@paulemmett6774]

The cards are incredible. Absolutely all of them! Having said that, the Wandering Hermit joker is peak Gutterlands!

[@nioisumire5876]

They are so great. Totally would buy a deck of these for myself. Thanks for the video Bill.

[@McCannoid]

Love this, great job.

[@malignant_rumor]

this kinda inspires me to try and make my own cards for some minis I've painted up. It looks like a fun project to do when you want to get creative, but don't want to commit to the full setting up of a painting space

[@slimehousetv]

Incredible achievement!

[@joshuaedley5191]

as an artist myself i was thinking that abit haha, in all seriousness they looks really cool I will need to make time to watch some other build ive not watched yet. keep it up!

[@m3rcurus]

I remember the scrap beast! You drew it for a shirt too, and I bought it and I love it.

[@whoami133]

happy new year!

[@gabrielhenning1620]

Hey Bill, this is such a brilliant idea! I've been doing a 100 character challenge (just sketching little drawings of characters in pencil and adding them to a roster), and I agree its definitely kept me sane through the school and holiday times haha, but I have to give making a card deck with my own creatures a go now!! Yours turned out absolutely stunning and yeah if you get it scanned and printed, I would definitely buy a pack off you! I've been subscribed for 3 years, pretty close to the beginning, so its really cool to see so many old builds again :)

[@piafinch7537]

I really enjoy your drawing techniques Bill. Well done mate 👍

[@DaleTrevors]

Bill looking fresh, rejuvenated and beaming with positive energy in the intro - made me smile.

[@kellswitch]

Welcome back and Happy New Year. These are AMAZING! It would be great if these could be printed up as an actual usable deck of cards...and now I want to see what a tarot or oracle deck based on Respite would be like. And you had asked about interest in you redoing the Scrapbeast, I would love to see a video of that, to see how your skills and processes have evolved.

[@gorkuhmork]

You could use these for the game as stat cards

[@cerisekappes580]

Really cool artistry 😊😊😊

[@mrjsgart]

First time I think I've commented on your channel. I enjoyed the video, it was inspirational. I like watching things I feel like I could make

[@juliebradley]

These are incredible!

[@evilsdexter5261]

the cars look soo good, seriously, 1. I want to buy a set and secondly you've inspired me to make a set of my own!

[@jimi1701a]

These are fantastic! Great work man well done.

[@airbagsnake]

I did truly enjoy it 😊

[@alexkwatson]

I love these cards so much, I would also definitely buy a printed version. Keep up the good work, your channel is so inspiring

[@lordllama7815]

Hey Bill!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Though hmm... that toothbrush idea is actually something I want to try 🤔. Good for blood spatter, I think 😋

[@nadirkadri9263]

amazing work Bill ! thanks

[@pinguinposted990]

Whoo! Another channel that isn't translated anymore! YT starts to be fun again. :D Love it!

[@griffith4443]

I love these. I also have a weird thing for cards, so I have a few spare decks lying around. I might have to have a go too🤔😁

[@chaoshead87]

Fantastic art sir. Thanks for sharing.

[@Ernzt8]

Happy New Year Bill McStuff! Allthough it's almost June. I did enjoy this video very much though. Great cards!

[@CoboltRaner]

Thank you Bill for reminding me to get back to work on my custom cards project and that I wanted to try out acrylic pens ❤ If you want to make a new scrap-beast go for it. I don't mind 👾 (Only if you want)

[@tayb4812]

I had a bit of fun with my 2 year old daughter drawing MTG tokens. I had a large peice of white card stock from some fancy packaging, and I cut it up into a handful of cards, I drew the creatures in permo marker and gave them to my toddler to colour for me. They ended up being a chaotic colourful mess and the pictures got more and more wacky with her suggestions. But they make a great accessory for my commander decks that I can cherish.

[@jakelevinson7802]

This video deserves to do really well. I know there’s a chance it won’t do great in the algorithm which sucks because clearly this was so much effort put into something so amazing

[@harlandmountain7998]

Amazing work as always. Such lovely artwork and a novel concept. You can probably get these printed as actual playing cards somewhere. Dunno if you can have them sold from the producer or if you'll have to order and then resell them though.

[@RotnDot]

Exceptional work!

[@lindsaydickson47]

I like these longer videos…thanks!!!

[@LeeOfBent]

This is so awesome! Love the deck.

[@aaronglaab6304]

Oooh please!! Scrap Beast V2! Next video. And a bonus beadbot. Dont forget your roots. Thats why we love you

[@aherbez]

love this! Please, please, *please* get these made up as purchaseable decks. I would love to buy a set.

[@vdgjolly]

Very impressive!

[@zombiedad]

Nice work. They look great. Nice retrospective

[@WylochsArmory]

Wonderfully offbeat and well presented and well done idea.

[@BillMakingStuff]

Many thanks!

[@ErrantVanguard]

Love the project. may consider something similar sometime. Also, end of the video before showing the results, as I kept this running as background sound to check in on for something I was doing, my suprise as I look up and catch Weird Science on your TV in the back. Good taste

[@grothart2303]

cant wait to get skirm, ordered it as soon as it was available. I wanna get my friends into the game.