Christmas Village Set Up Part 2: Town Square

Hello KZbin Family,
I pray all is well with you. Today's video is part two of my 2021 Christmas village set up. I hope you enjoy and let me know if you have any questions. Take care and God bless you!

[@nicciclark404]

Good Morning Miriam, I just found this video I am not sure when you did it. I just loved watching you hide the electrical cords it made so much sense. I have to say I had a huge smile on my face when you forgot a step and then you couldn't find your fence, that is the kind of thing that happens to me often. It is nice to find other villagers that run into problems even with their best laid plans. Thank you for showing us that you are real. Absolutely loved the video.Thanks Again. Nicci from British Columbia

[@MiriamsManner]

You are so very welcome! I always try to show the good, bad, and ugly so when you see me fix my mistakes, hopefully it will you too. 😁

[@sweetiepacarro4792]

You are awesome! I'm so inspired. Your platforms, hiding of the cords...everything.

[@MiriamsManner]

Aw, thanks so much. I really appreciate that!

[@sweetiepacarro4792]

@@MiriamsManner do you sell any of the tools and the platforms on your Etsy page? I live in Hawaii and we don’t have Michael’s or too many good stores that sell styrofoam that large. I’ve been doing Christmas villages for 30 years and it grows each year. Your platforms inspired me.

[@PeterWhite-jz6np]

Great build, good instructional shooting.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Peter!

[@hilarymac3706]

Oh so many brilliant ideas that I will rob - many thanks

[@MiriamsManner]

😂🤣😂. That’s awesome! I hope you can try them all! 😃

[@michellerobinson1371]

Miriam God bless your wonderful and I enjoy you so much. Your love and smile make my day so happy. Your villages are so beautiful that I wish to be living there.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Michelle, Thank you so much! I so appreciate that. God Bless You! 😃

[@robinwright5607]

This teaching video for hiding the cords was fantastic. A channel in the styrofoam? I see a new Christmas tree in your town square? Beautifully spaced out to show open space. Your are the marvelous queen of Christmas Villages.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much! Yes, my beautifully gifted tree from you had to go front and center I. The village. I absolutely love it and it makes such a statement in the village. Thank you so much! 😃

[@111route]

I agree, Miriam has such great ideas. Love this one.

[@skylord8625]

@@MiriamsManner Where is the Christmas tree from? I just love it.

[@sylvieschneider9754]

Magnifique 🤩 ❣️👋

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks

[@davidheia8244]

I appreciate that you showed how to hide the cords using channels and wreath pins. Great idea!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome and thank you! 😃

[@mdweddingplanner]

Just getting around to seeing, and hitting your delimna with lights. But I have confidence in you. You got this, no apology nevessary.

[@MiriamsManner]

😂😂thanks. I did get it fixed. 😮‍💨😅

[@martharodriguez9036]

I really enjoyed this video! It came out beautifully

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks Martha, I loved that town square.

[@melanieboyer5194]

WOW! To say I'm impressed with your village, starting with your set-up of "props, " etc., (and I JUST stumbled across your videos about an hour ago here in Texas)! You make it look so easy! Even my dad was telling me this year as we were looking at my village at how neat it would be to really make it like a village. So we started a Pinterest board for ideas! I started my village (Department 56 Original Snow Village) back in early 1990's -- and I only have 23 buildings -- mainly due to 1) storage; 2) boring set up...all just basically FLAT; and 3) no really good place to create a REALLY good set-up. HOWEVER, watching your videos (I've only watched two so far), I'm thinking next year could POSSIBLY be the best yet -- FOR MINE anyway. This year was first year in about 2 or 3 that I put the buildings out...but I didn't put any of my accessories out...just ran out of time. I am looking forward to watching the rest of the complete set up...and I'm taking notes!!!! May have questions later.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Melanie, welcome to my channel. I have over 100 Christmas village tutorials and videos. Please let me know if you have any questions as you watch. 😁

[@petelinster7093]

I. LOVE that printed cobblestone ! It's awesome. It's all in the details. I set up my houses first then put in the lights. My board is like swiss cheese. So I can change it around every year. Of Course you can add hole where ever you like and it will not change the integrity of the board. Thanks for sharing. PS I have like all your videos I have watched so far.. They are all outstanding. My tip is to try to hide your spot lights a bit by placing something in front of the visual front of the village. There are stadium spotlights too at E hobby by the way. A lemax product. Thanks againg.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Pete, I’m really happy to hear you are enjoying the videos. It’s such a labor of love but worth every minute. 😁

[@deniseras-arvidson1929]

Super darling! You are so creative.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you very much Denise! 😁

[@614barbara]

Another awesome video!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Barbara! 😃

[@coryb8534]

Miriam, Great video! Thank you so much.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank Cory and you are very welcome! 😃

[@margareteraab3899]

Love, love that town square! I would love to add a fountain to my village too. Great idea. Just so exciting to see it coming together. You're so creative and talented. Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much! 😃. You are very welcome!

[@jethro843]

Great job.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you!

[@lloydg8273]

Hi Miriam, Looks like your uncertainty with your layout has been overcome. What a beautiful town square. It's sure to be one of many points of interest in your village this year. The way you hid your cords my creating tiny trenches was inspiring. So simple yet so effective. This is the first year I'm using a large piece of styrofoam in my village, so I will have to keep that in mind. Generally just lots of snow or even well placed scraps of fabric helped to cover cords in the past. My village is coming together in bits and pieces. Tiny flashes of creative ideas will pop into my mind. Then it's a process of taking said idea and making it a reality. I keep telling myself I'm starting way earlier than I ever have before and yet I still feel so far behind. Slow and steady will win this race, I know. Instead of taking a week long vacation, I'm taking off every Friday in October. Since Saturdays are my only day off, that will give me five 2-day weekends. Yesterday was my since Friday off. While I didn't work on my village, I did get a few other things done. Just having that day off was so nice AND I have another day off today. Oh yes! Thank you again for doing these videos. I know it's so much extra work for you to record and share your entire process, but It's already helped so many, myself included. You're taking one of your God-given gifts of creatitivy and are sharing/blessing others with it. That is a beautiful thing. Certainly not unexpected from such a beautiful soul as yourself. Wishing all the best to you and your family. Looking forward to your next video and live stream.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Lloyd, Yes, my creative block is mostly lifted. I know exactly what I want to do with the first table and I have a good idea what I want to do with the second one. Now, I just have to execute everything. 😃😂. I’m so glad you have 2 days off in a row, that is good for your village but your mind and body as well. I find when I am well rested, all my creative juices start flowing better. Thank you so much for taking the time to write me such beautiful words, they have made my souls happy. I am thankful to share my gift and that it is actually appreciated. You guys are a blessing to me. Please tell Mom I said hello and God bless you both! Talk soon! 😃

[@susanhawkins7970]

The Town Square is beautiful! I am in awe of your creativity! Thanks for sharing your gift with us.💖

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Susan and you are very welcome! 😃

[@Ealasaid11]

You are an absolute treasure for making these videos. I'm finally going to do something with my Dickens Village (other than set the houses on a shelf) this year, and your videos have already been a big help. Thank you!

[@MiriamsManner]

I’m so glad, thanks so much!

[@dilya2usa]

I love all your videos! Last year I learned from your videos how to set up Christmas village. Of course mine very simple, You are so great! ❤️

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much!!

[@richardtovar127]

I love your video's I'm learning so much from you. I'm not to sure about the purple flowers seems to clash, but over all it's awsome!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you.

[@richardtovar127]

I saw part two and it looks great! you know whats your doing!

[@elianelima6113]

Que linda Eu amei ,é um conto de fada parabéns um Feliz Natal do Brasil para você 👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍❤❤❤❤❤💋💋💋💋

[@MiriamsManner]

Muchas gracias!

[@JulieAnn84]

Beautiful! Love that fountain.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much! The fountain is Lemax and is still able to be purchased. 😃

[@carishields7834]

True ( funny) story i’m trying to squeeze in a lot of buildings in my town Square and I am scouring Pinterest and I come across yours pic only I don’t read that it’s yours so I’m like oh dang that’s exactly what I want and it’s got a video awesome I’ll watch it…. I click on it LOL I should have known hahaha no wonder I liked it so much ❤

[@MiriamsManner]

You saw my village on Pinterest? I never put any pictures on Pinterest of my village. Was it under someone else’s name?

[@carishields7834]

@@MiriamsManner yes I’ll e mail you the pic

[@irmapayan9350]

Beautiful

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks you!

[@elisalantigua2574]

Absolutely beautiful!!! I'm so excited to start my first village this year especially for my first and only Grandson. Hope to build lots of wonderful Christmas memories that he'll treasure. Thanks for all your help

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much. That is so precious to start with your grandson. He will absolutely love it! 😃

[@liyahlateo9043]

Thank you for your videos. I am building my first christmas village with your guides and tips. God bless! 😘

[@MiriamsManner]

Aw, how sweet! 😃. God bless you too! 😃

[@monicatholkes2605]

Looks great! Grace under pressure with those dilemmas for sure! Creative thinking!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Monica! 😃

[@mariesmith9507]

You are doing a great job 👏 Miriam.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much!

[@leighedwards7506]

Absolutely beautiful..you are so talented and creative..so happy to be able to watch your entire village come together and alive! Thank you so much for sharing it with us...it's already amazing!!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you Michele, that is so sweet of you. I’m glad you are enjoying the series. 😃

[@nancyruiz5789]

I am so happy I found your Chanel. I started doing my village like 25 years ago. I have different brands, and enjoy setting up the village every year. I have 3 categories in my village, the city!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Nancy, I’m glad you found me too! I LOVE villaging. Wow, 25 years is a long time, I just started 5 years ago but I quickly got hooked. 😂🤣. Will you be submitting. This year for the contest?

[@nancyruiz5789]

Continue oops! The city, the country side and Victorian neighborhood and other houses and accessories. My family and friends are Always looking forward to enjoy the village . I have learned so much from your tips and ideas. I have also a small fisherman village with a lighthouse. I let people find different things in the village as a game. Thank you again for your ideas. Beautiful everything you do😊👌

[@MiriamsManner]

I always love a beautiful countryside in a village. I won’t have much countryside in my village this year so I can enjoy yours if you submit! 😃. Fisherman’s village sounds awesome!! I have done a lake with a few fishers but I haven’t done a warf yet. Maybe that will be something for next year. 😃

[@xxvertcerizexx]

Just found your channel and suscribed for the Christmas village series 😍😍 your work is AMAZING! Could I please know where you got that fountain from?

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you! The fountain is from Lemax and I bought it from www.ehobbytools.com

[@debbikelley2357]

Beautiful as always Miriam. Holidays must be very special at your house. I know I could sit there and just take all that in. It just makes my heart happy. Thank you for being such a great teacher. Bless you and your family

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Debbi! 😀. I like to think Christmas is very special in my house. I plan Christmas activities with the kids almost daily, even if it’s just taking a walk to look at Christmas lights. My children and I truly enjoy the season and everything that comes along with it. God bless you and yours! 😀

[@miawilliams9304]

Awesome!!! I can’t wait next video. You tips and hacks are so helpful. I’m not house now I can’t wait to into it and start on my village.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Mia, thank you very much! I’m so glad to hear the videos are helpful for you. I hope all your creative juices flow when you start. 😃

[@enajyramachnoc2561]

So exciting, I am flabbergasted! I wanna be small so I can roam around the village. I so love every bit and piece of it. Thank you Miss Miriam (already subscribing!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Mary Jane, thank you so very much! That is the best compliment I can get regarding my village. If it looks good enough that you want to be in it! 😁. Thanks so subscribing and welcome to our group. 😉

[@ronnieweaver7231]

Looks beautiful.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much!

[@eduardcama2997]

I hope I could do the same. It's my 1st time setting up my village this year. thanks for all your tips. watching from Philippines.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, thanks for watching all the way from the Philippines. I’m excited for you setting up your first village, it will be so much fun. Enjoy every part of the process. 😃

[@jennifercole4116]

You are the only channel that I have ever subscribed to. I just love your village but now to see you put it together. I have learned so much. I can't wait to do my village but I have 5 cats so I can't leave it up as long as I used to. Thank you for sharing all this information.

[@MiriamsManner]

WOW!! That is quite a compliment. Thank you so much for subscribing and joining our group, I feel so honored. I’m glad the videos have helped you, I love to hear that. I actually will be bringing that topic up on the next live stream. I just received a question yesterday on how to protect the village from cats. I offered up acrylic cover in the front and sides as well as tall Christmas trees on the sides of the village. I’m going to ask our group to see what suggestions they may have. Lots of people in our group have cats so I know they will have creative solutions.

[@brendaclink137]

You are so talented!! Thank you for sharing

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Brenda! 😃

[@a4eyg32]

Amazing 😻 I love this too much lol 😂 thanks for sharing x

[@MiriamsManner]

😂🤣😂. You are awesome!

[@ryankhan8030]

Amazing! Thank you for sharing.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks Ryan and you are very welcome.

[@jimmyrants4342]

I loved your Lemax Christmas tree. I just bought one and have not tested it yet. I can't wait. I hate to be so repetitive, but this was an awesome and helpful video. The way you hide the cords is so intelligent. Ya know one thing I do not like about Lemax? Is how high the light socket thing is on the back of the village houses. I think Dept 56 has them beat there since their's is much lower. Makes it easier to hide the cords. When you added the trees, and decor, the village lit up and came to life. The night version was so cool. Okay, I'll stop here. What a fantastic village you are creating.

[@MiriamsManner]

Aw, thanks so much, I really appreciate that. I do agree with you there. Most of the Dept 56 buildings I have, the light hole is at the bottom of the building which makes it wonderful for non visible cords. The only down side to that is the taller buildings look more dim at the top. You are going to Love your Lemax tree. I feel like the video still didn’t do it justice, it is more beautiful in person. Take care and talk soon! 😃

[@randallzook5570]

beautiful

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you!

[@dianeholz6922]

Love the look of your village and giving me ideas I am working on some trees and I want to go through my floors to see what I can find in there I can use for treason and bushes thanks love it

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome! 😃

[@NoelsTown]

💙 great!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you very much!

[@paulaj6]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much Paula! 😀

[@i.mariajesusrodriguezgonza6060]

Gorgeous! You are so talented! My God continue blessing you! Where is the fountain from???? It is so lovely!!!!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you very much! The fountain is a Lemax fountain and i have attached a link below for you. www.ehobbytools.com/Lemax-Village-Collection-Modular-Plaza-Fountain-64061_p_2072.html

[@mariapianti6911]

Amazing job Miriam! ✌Trying to get in the mood setup mine and watch you setup got little bit in the mood .to do so.❤

[@MiriamsManner]

Hi Maria, that’s awesome. I’m glad you are getting closer to starting. I am releasing step 3 tomorrow so hopefully that will give you more inspiration to start. 😃

[@111route]

oh wow, so excited to see the process. Turned out beautiful.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks Donna, I really appreciate that!

[@nikitavalicia4939]

Hi Miriam! Just checking in! 🤗 I can't believe how fast we are approaching the Holiday season already! I'm always so inspired by your Christmas village videos! My sister and I didn't grow up on creating Christmas villages for Christmas, but now that I have brand new twins (a niece and a nephew) in my family, I want to start this tradition with them! I know that they will love it, because they are already attracted to anything that's colorful or lights up! LOL

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Nikita, It’s good to hear from you. Yes, the season is quickly approaching. That is so sweet to do that for your niece and nephew. I know they are a blessing to your family. 😃

[@sandilangelaan9761]

Beautiful...thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us. Love your videos..Looking forward to putting my first village together.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks Sandi and you are so welcome. I’m so excited for you in your first village. It will be lots of fun.

[@lilliecanterberry4348]

Amazing!! What a great way to hide the cords. I’ve got all my pictures taken for the contest, except for the village Extraordinaire entry!! I’m still making some changes. My village is no where near as advanced as yours but I’ve had so much fun this year having the contest in mind! Thanks for all the tips. I printed off my brick road this year!! Loving it!!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Lillie, That’s fantastic, I can’t wait to see your entires. You have plenty of time to make your changes. I’m glad to hear you have had a great time creating your village this year. I always do as well, it is so much fun.

[@milagrosperez3657]

Precioso

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you!

[@ringnc]

Well I have spent most of the morning down the rabbit hole with your wonderful Christmas village videos and my head is spinning with ideas on upgrades for my display! 2 source questions: which hot knife do you use, and did you try others? Also, where did you find the little spotlights you used around the fountain in the town square? Thank you for the information and better still, the inspiration! Watching & learning in NC 😃

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much! 😀 I use Hot Wire Foam Factory. As a matter of fact, I have a new rep I can give you her info to contact. Her name is Pat and her number is [phone]. The lights I bought from ehobbytools.com. The link is below. www.ehobbytools.com/Lemax-Village-Collection-Round-Spot-Lights-Set-of-2-Battery-Operated-44756_p_1056.html?dfw_tracker=16644-1056

[@MiriamsManner]

Let her know I sent you.

[@ringnc]

@@MiriamsManner I had a great conversation with Pat last night - thanks so much for the referral! Can't wait to get my tools and start the upgrades to my snow village :-D

[@MiriamsManner]

Oh wonderful, I’m so glad to hear that. You will be very happy with all your tools, they are amazing.

[@ringnc]

@@MiriamsManner Placed my order with Pat tonight, and should have everything by end of next week. Clearing & setting up my workspace in preparation ....I'm so excited!

[@jennygeorge6591]

You make it seem so simple!! Lol I noticed you have trees with fuchsia flowers, seems odd with snowy trees? Don't get me wrong, love the splash of color, is this because your in the desert? Thanks and I'm definitely going to join the club. ❤

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Jenny. Yes, our trees, grass, flowers and shrubs stay green or colorful all year round where I am from. 😀

[@brandaostr]

Hi! I can’t stop watching your videos!!! I’m not sure if it’s because your on camera but your house look smaller than mine. Wondering what brand they are?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, and thank you. Most of my village is Lemax but I also have some Dept 56 and O’Wells scattered throughout.

[@mdweddingplanner]

I went out yesterday to a model train trade show to look for a train set. But what got my attention was not a train but Hot Wire Foam Factory vendor. OMG, they had so much stuff for sale at a big discount. And they're (sales rep) is Maryland based too. Didnt buy a train, but did buy HWFF stuff. 🤭😁

[@MiriamsManner]

What!! I would have LOVED to go with you!! I love hot wire foam factory items. You are so lucky, we never have anything like that where I live. Tell the rep to make a trip to Phoenix! 😂🤣

[@mdweddingplanner]

@@MiriamsManner I told her all about you and how you recommended to us to use them. She dod tell me to thank you and you can contact her for discount 🤭

[@mdweddingplanner]

@@MiriamsManner I'll email you the info tomorrow.

[@karencameron6563]

Hi Miriam, I am a year late to the party! I just saw this village video and am very impressed! I am wondering if you remember where you got the fountain from or perhaps know the brand? I can't seem to find anything as nice online and would love to add a working fountain to my village. Can you help? Thanks in advance!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Karen. The fountain is from Lemax and you can find it at www.ehobbytools.com

[@coryb8534]

Hi Miriam! Please help, who makes those U shaped foam wire nails and where did you purchased them? Thank you.

[@MiriamsManner]

They are floral pins and you can get them at hobby lobby, Michaels, or any craft store.

[@harrykrismas]

This is awsome! Where can i get the yellow and pink trees? Thanks for sharing!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Ismael, thank you so much! The purple trees were a floral stem from Amazon and the yellow trees are a floral pick I bought at Michaels a few years ago. I’m not sure if they are still for sale but you can visit your nearest Michaels or hobby lobby and pick out floral stems that you can use as trees. They not only add interest and color to your village, it is often times cheaper because you can get several trees from one floral pick.

[@shelbygolden9952]

I am planning to really expand my Snow Village this year, due in large part to inspiration from you! How did you decide how big your layout would be and where the holes for your cords would go?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Shelby, I design a new village every year so my holes change every year as well. Once I know a general layout for my buildings, I mark the styrofoam so I know where to add new holes if needed.

[@matimurray5078]

Hi Miriam, I am new to your channel; would you please tell me what is the name of the wires you use to hold the cables to the foam board and where can I buy them?. Thank you.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, they are floral pins and you can find them at Walmart, Michaels, hobby lobby. I have attached a link below for you. www.michaels.com/greening-pins-by-ashland/10346023.html?r=g&cm_mmc=PLASearch-_-google-_-MICH_Shopping_US_N_Floral_N_Smart_BOPIS_N-_-&Kenshoo_ida=&kpid=go_cmp-9972406274_adg-99939216959_ad-433378147578_pla-1352489527900_dev-m_ext-_prd-10346023&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_Yf8tbSC9QIV_BTUAR3sLwwLEAQYASABEgKtM_D_BwE

[@samuelcarrillo1364]

I love it.. looks so amazing. Where did you bought those trees or the products u used to make them? They make the scenery come so alive.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much Samuel. The purple trees are from Amazon. The green ones next to the firehouse and police station are greenery stems from hobby lobby. The gold ones were from Michael’s. The evergreens are Lemax and Walmart.

[@samuelcarrillo1364]

@@MiriamsManner thank you

[@melanieboyer5194]

@@MiriamsManner I was wondering if you were using just regular stems. LOVE IT!

[@ediethesalsafreak]

Amazing!!! Approximately how much did this cost in supplies et al? Also, what do you do with them in later year(s)?

[@MiriamsManner]

I couldn’t even begin to put a price tag on all of this. I have never kept track. I know I have several thousand dollars worth of buildings alone. That doesn’t include any accessories.

[@biancabee7900]

For us newbies… I note you hot glue your fences. How do you get these off when you pack up. Are they glued forever, or does the glue come off easily?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, great question! The hot glue is not permanent at all. It remove whatever item I have hit glued from the styrofoam and then begin moving the bead of glue. Most of them, I am able to remove with my finger nail. For the more stubborn things that I have added a lot of glue to, I use a straight razor and it comes right off. 😃

[@maxwellwalcher6420]

Would you do Christmas town from the Nightmare Before Christmas.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Maxwell, I haven’t heard of nightmare before Christmas and I don’t have any scary pieces in my village.

[@maxwellwalcher6420]

@@MiriamsManner how about you make the Houses the Bakery Sandy's workshop will have lights the square will have a 60 feet tree in the center like that lemax one Christmas tree forest will have lights on the trees and the Sign will lit up.

[@a4eyg32]

Where can I get a fountain from please?

[@MiriamsManner]

The fountain is Lemax and you can purchase from ehobbytools.com. I’m not sure if Michaels still has this one or not.

[@leekske1]

Hi Miriame, I am an absolute beginner, working on a chest of drawers due to lack of space, I have a space of 60cm deep by 2.10cm long! Now I want to take it up a notch, be able to create more! Now I wanted to ask you how did you get this platform to be unable to find it anywhere? I'm so happy with your video that it will watch and do as you explain for now. Hoping for a response from you, I send you very nice greetings from Belgium

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Eveline, I’m so happy to hear you are starting your village. I built all of my bases. If you watch the other videos on my channel, I have step by step tutorials on how to build a base. Happy villaging! 😀

[@leekske1]

@@MiriamsManner thanks for your comment ! May I ask how big your rock formation is? Greetings Eveline

[@clairecanady2382]

Where did u get that pretty town square Christmas tree?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Claire, Thank you so much, that was a beautiful gift that I received from a subscriber. I was so excited to receive it, that I wanted it front and center in my village. The tree is called “The Majestic Tree” from Lemax. I know www.ehobbytools.com still sells this.

[@tiffanylairson5302]

Thank you for these videos. Could you tell me where to get the large sheets of styrofoam? Thank you.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, you are very welcome! I get them from Lowe’s. I put a link for you below. You just need to peel off both sides of the protective wrapping. www.lowes.com/pd/Insulfoam-Common-2-in-x-4-ft-x-8-ft-Actual-2-in-x-4-ft-x-8-ft-1-R-7-7-Faced-Polystyrene-Garage-Door-Foam-Board-Insulation/3014190

[@lovealwaysjasmine]

Going to setup my first village this year. Do you reuse the same styrofoam base every year? And since you glue things down how do you remove the styrofoam on the bottom or clean it?

[@MiriamsManner]

Awesome! I do RE-use the same base every year. I use my fingernail or a blade to remove the styrofoam from the bottom of the figurines. I don’t glue down all of them, only the ones that would be hard to reach once the village is set up.

[@lovealwaysjasmine]

@@MiriamsManner yay great thank you for the info! My village is a mix of lemax pieces and hallmark and other stores. So it won’t be as cohesive as yours lol 😂

[@mariajesuscamarenasaborido6146]

Hola me encanta todo lo que haces este año quiero hacer yo una Villa Navideña pero no encuentro las grapas con la que sujetas los claves con que nombre los buscas porque aquí en España son enormes gracias por tus vídeos

[@MiriamsManner]

Hola Maria, Muchas gracias por tu amable palabras. Me Espanol es no muy bueno pero lo entento. 🤣😃. creo que entiendo lo que quieres. He adjuntado el sitio web a continuación. www.amazon.com/Inch-Greening-Pins-350-Arrangements/dp/B075ZYG4RG/ref=asc_df_B075ZYG4RG/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=219682717104&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3747917768973119261&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9030128&hvtargid=pla-370768366949&psc=1

[@armimabul8036]

Hi Miriam. I have been following you since last year! You are such an amazing and very talented woman. Btw, would you share where you got the fountain and the spotlights? I also saw a backdrop from Part 1. Was that something you got from Amazon. Thank you so very much!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Armi, Thanks so much, that is so sweet of you to say. The fountain and spotlights are both from Lemax and you can buy them at www.ehobbytools.com The backdrop is from Amazon and the link to it is in the description box of that video. Let me know if you have any other questions. 😃

[@davemohan3132]

Christmas is coming

[@MiriamsManner]

Yes it is! It’s approaching quickly.

[@RAND-233]

Can you please tell me the drill bit you use to drill the holes for the clip cord lights you use for the buildings please.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, I have attached the link for you. www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-1-1-2-in-Hole-Dozer-Bi-Metal-Hole-Saw-with-3-8-in-Arbor-Pilot-Bit-49-56-9665/202327735

[@RAND-233]

@@MiriamsManner thank you

[@carishields7834]

Any chance you remember about how big the base is and the overall size of the area just a rough …

[@MiriamsManner]

I believe it was about 3’x 2’

[@maytemartinez81]

Hi! What type of staples did you use? That was such a great idea!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much. My hubby actually buys the staples and loads the staple gun for me. I will have to ask him and get back with you. 😃

[@maytemartinez81]

@@MiriamsManner oh, so those staples you used to hold the cord down in place are from a staple gun? I saw you placed them with your hand and didn’t use a gun. Sorry I should have asked more specific. They look like big “U’s”

[@TheRatounet]

How do you call your kooks to fix the cable to the foam

[@MiriamsManner]

Those are floral pins. You can buy them at Walmart or Michaels.

[@nettierose1619]

Hi Miriam, beautiful videos ! Question, does the hot glue provide a semipermanent attachment ? Or, does it destroy what you affix it to? In one video you said your bases would soon be selling on Etsy. I don’t see them there yet. Will they be available soon ?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Nettie, The hot glue is a semi-permanent hold, that’s why I love using it. It doesn’t damage anything, all you have to do is take a blade and carefully peel off the bead of glue. I have two pieces completed to sell, I just haven’t posted them yet. I better get on that! 😀

[@nettierose1619]

@@MiriamsManner Thank you so much. Can you notify me when and where they are posted ? I have been a Christmas Village hobbyist for years. I had a lot of pieces, but lost about half of them to a flood. I have been resurrecting and adding to my village for the last two years. I feel as if your videos are elevating me to an entirely new level. I am excited to see, with about the same amount of effort, i can make it look a lot better. Thank you again, and your children are adorable ! Nettie

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Nettie, Thank you so much, I think they are super cute too! More than that, they are amazing children. I am blessed to be their mom. I just posted one piece today on my Etsy page. I am finishing up another today to get it posted. The third base I have I don’t have a box to ship yet so there is a delay in me posting that one. I can send you pics of them before they post if you send me your email address.

[@Itswenzo]

Hi Miriam! How do you remove the hot glue from your accessories each year? I'm not that familiar with using a hot glue gun and wasn't sure how to properly clean them after use each year. Thanks for your guidance and another great video :)

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Mark, thank you very much. I take a straight razor to the bottom of the piece and just remove the glue with the blade. The whole glue bead or strand comes off easily that way.

[@Itswenzo]

@@MiriamsManner Thank you!! :)

[@minabecton4522]

Where did you get the gates around Town Square

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Mina, I bought them from ehobbytools.com. I attached a link below for them. I bought 4 packs to cover my space. www.ehobbytools.com/Lemax-Village-Collection-Plaza-Fence-Set-of-4-74237_p_2301.html

[@naomicupcakes8102]

Amazing!! Watching your videos brings me so much joy ☺️ Do you have any insight on how to set up in a way that’s safe with cats (if that’s possible)? Usually I keep everything in cabinets at all times, but I want the village to be visible.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you Naomi! The only things I can think of would require work and a little money. You could put up plexi-glass or acrylic on the front and sides. You could also use tall slender pencil trees on the sides of your village as a barrier. I can ask our group on the next live stream. I’m sure others have had to cat proof their villages. If I think of anything else, I will let you know.

[@naomicupcakes8102]

@@MiriamsManner oooh I love the idea of tall trees on the sides. Thank you!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are welcome!

[@judithvankampen9360]

@@naomicupcakes8102 In my village nothing is accesible for my cats (and I've 3 of them). I make sure that everything is covered so they can't reach it to jump on. Trees and not enough landing area make sense.

[@naomicupcakes8102]

@@judithvankampen9360 that does make sense. What do you mean by everything is covered? My thoughts are to generally completely cover the surface of the platform I’m using with decorations, and have different heights and textures going on so that there is not much flat surface for the cats to walk or sit on. My biggest issue that since my apartment is really small, the only space I have is right next to the cat tree, so they’d be able to reach out and knock stuff over if they wanted to.

[@maribelramos8629]

Where did you buy the big piece of styrofoam that covers the entire table?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Maribel, I bought that from Lowe’s. I attached the link below for you. It comes with a protective film on both sides that in peel off. www.lowes.com/pd/Insulfoam-Common-2-in-x-4-ft-x-8-ft-Actual-2-in-x-4-ft-x-8-ft-1-R-7-7-Faced-Polystyrene-Garage-Door-Foam-Board-Insulation/3014190

[@maribelramos8629]

@@MiriamsManner Thank you !! Is the platform with the two set of steps about 2 feet long? Thank you for always being so kind in answering questions.

[@daniel-sv3jm]

Hello, where can i buy the platforms?

[@MiriamsManner]

miriamsmanner.etsy.com/listing/1552398599

[@vietnamrural]

Like 108😍😍😃😃💖💖💖👍👍👍👍

[@MiriamsManner]

What does 108 mean?

[@clairecanady2382]

Miriam- i just found your page and I don't know how I missed it all this time- I love it! I have a process question for you- do you have an email I can send to you or do you just prefer questions here?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Claire, thanks so much! You can email me at [e-mail]. You can also leave questions here, whatever you prefer! 😃

[@daniel-sv3jm]

Any chance I can get a list of house used?

[@MiriamsManner]

Lemax: police dept, Hartford falls town hall, 2021 firehouse, good morning joe coffee and donut, coffee bean grinder, 2004 Diana’s breads and pastries. Dept 56: white swan catering service, the haberdashery, music emporium

[@daniel-sv3jm]

Do you have dimensions for the town center stand that has the town hall, police station and firehouse on it?