🛠 Diorama Base Tutorial 🛠

Gothic Funeral Coach Diorama Base
The time has come to begin creating a permanent home for the Victorian Gothic Funeral Project!
Constructing the base is simple - and the materials are pretty basic - many of them can be obtained at The Dollar Tree. I love that.
It was so fun experimenting with UV Resin to create the mud puddles! You've gotta try it.
Cut List - Foamular Panel
19 1/2" x 9 1/2"
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Supplies!
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Foamular Project Panels - 1" x 2' x 2'
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Sturdy Extendable Blade Knife
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Aleene's Tacky Glue
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A rock from your garden
or
A ball of Aluminum Foil
Metal File
Slot Head Screwdriver
Wire Brush
Large Paint Brush
Palette Knife
PVA Glue and H2O in a 1:1 ratio
Bondo Spreader
Joint Compound
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Dried Coffee Grounds
Aquarium Gravel
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DIY Spray Terrain Adhesive:
40% PVA
60% H2O
1 Drop Dishwashing Liquid
Heat Tool
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Non-Sanded Grout: "Earth"
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Wire Strainer
Sharpie
Acrylic Craft Paint: Brown, Black, Grey, Green
Assorted Paint Brushes
Potpourri in Earth Tones (I get mine at The Dollar Tree)
Coffee Grinder (dedicated to crafting)
Aluminum Baking Sheet or similar (I get mine at The Dollar Tree)
Various containers to hold your custom Ground Scatter Blends
Dried Herbs: Cilantro, Parsley, Basil, Italian Blend (I get mine at The Dollar Tree)
Disposable Paint Brushes (I get mine at The Dollar Tree)
Scissors
Cross-Lock Tweezers
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UV Resin
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Toothpick
UV/LED Flashlight
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UV/LED Nail Light
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Sunlight
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[@lobilly]

Unlike other tutorials that use expensive brand name materials, you use economical and readily available materials and achieve even more realistic effect. Ingenious!

[@arsmithx]

This is possibly the most comprehensive combination of techniques and methods I've seen in a diorama tutorial. All in under 12 minutes. Great work!

[@Thicketworks]

That's very kind of you, my friend - thank you. Such fun!

[@elizabethworley7073]

This idea for the moss/greenery are fantastic and much cheaper than the turf available on Amazon. What a great idea!

[@denmikseb]

I just finished a 1/35 scale WW1 Whippet tank and was formulating in my mind the things I would have to purchase to make a diorama for it. Things like spackle, artificial grass, etc. from the hobby shop. Now I will just go to the kitchen and my diorama will not only look good, it will also have a mouth watering aroma!

[@mohsinrasul7140]

You're voice is so soothing Heather. Just like Bob ross. Cheers for the tutotial upload.

[@geraldinegranado3386]

Thank you, setting up my son's train table.. i love what u did here!!!

[@franco3584]

I've been doing Miniature work in the Film Industry for 23 years and I just learned some Wonderful new Techniques . Thank you Heather.

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Franco - it's a pleasure to meet you...your career sounds incredibly fascinating...I'm enthralled by the miniatures used for visual effects, and have much respect for those who create the magic! Your generous comment has left me a bit overwhelmed - thank you so much. Wow. xoxo

[@franco3584]

Thank you Heather. I will look forward to watching all your Video's. Love your work. .

[@kateconrad7463]

Oh my gosh - this is so realistic looking. You share so much with us wannabes that sit back in amazement of your talent. You are so creative and do a wonderful job explaining your processes. Thank you so much 😊

[@Thicketworks]

Kate, I was SHOCKED, I tell you...when I realized how just a few simple (if weird) ingredients can simulate a natural environment. No WAY would I have believed it's this easy....YAY! xoxo

[@williamsaloka9043]

I really like the realism that you get with your materials. I have been a professional Sculptor for over 30 years, and I will be using organics in my work from now on. Looks fantastic!!

[@huwtindall7096]

The technique with the paint brush bristles is outstanding. Never seen that before!!

[@ClaudiaMcNeely]

I was researching how to make the base for a truck diorama and there you are! I learned everything I need to know right here! It looks amazing and you make it look so easy. Amazing work!

[@Thicketworks]

Girl, making diorama bases has to be THE most fun ever. I love the process so much, and I know you will, too. So happy you found the vid useful. xoxo

[@redshoesgirl]

too cool! the mud puddles are just perfect!

[@ladylndr]

I have saved everyone of your videos. Love your use of materials and your voice is so easy to listen to

[@Thicketworks]

I am honored, girl. I am delighted that you enjoy the videos, @carol newton! xoxo

[@crescentmooncottage]

Omg when you started cutting the brushes apart for grass that’s when you truly blew my mind. You’re amazing. It’s obvious you see the world differently. ❤️

[@Thicketworks]

Being on a tight budget will do that to a girl, Donna Marie! 😂 It's pure self defense! You wouldn't BELIEVE the prices they charge for commercial 'terrain' thingies. Dear LORD! xoxo

[@Pxzvamp33]

I am in aww of you, that paint brush grass idea is simply amazing. I love how you find ways to create things out of easily found objects rather than having to buy pricey specialty items. Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing! You truly are an amazing teacher with such a wonderfully sassy voice to boot. Loving all of your videos!

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Andrea! It's lovely to meet you, my friend. Now, DON'T be in awe...I'm just someone who spends way too much time looking into alternative ways to make cool stuff, then I have the luxury of being able to film my experiments and share 'em with my friends. Thank you for being so very kind - I'm glad you're here. xoxo

[@BarbosaUral]

I'm really late with this video response, but I've just discovered it! This is mind numbingly awesome! I've been searching (no clue on the number of videos I've seen do far) for relatively easy and cheap ways to make a desert diorama. And I've just found it! Simply ingenious!

[@Thicketworks]

Yay! I'm so thrilled that you've found some useful ideas here, @Barbosa003 - that makes me super happy. Dioramas are SO much fun! xoxo

[@dominicsinableng349]

I started getting hungry halfway thru the vid haha Amazing use of texture and spices!

[@cosmasindico]

I love how creative and clear your videos are. Your videos are my prozac. Thanks again.

[@Thicketworks]

Ha! Thanks for the giggle, my friend! You'd laugh if you saw me trying to figure out how to narrate the videos - SO many bloopers...so many gobbledigook moments! xoxo

[@belindahowe6287]

Thank you so much...I have watched many of these videos ..so thank you for showing me just how to get started...

[@MargoBeatty]

What a great way to display your beautiful array of fabulous creations. So many great uses for a variety of materials. So clever and resourceful. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Margo! I racked my brains for a way to house all this mini madness - I hope you'll like it once we get it all put together, my friend! xoxo

[@MargoBeatty]

Can’t wait to see, I’m quite sure I will love it!

[@TomRaider410]

Thank you for the mud, seasoning, and grass!

[@Thicketworks]

Ha ha! I love the way that sounds: like I just handed you a pile of goop! 😅 Which is kinda the truth! And, your'e welcome!

[@cindyfinn4845]

Of course I love it miniatures are so mesmerizing to watch and you make it with so much attention to detail

[@Thicketworks]

Hey Cindy!!! This process is a BLAST, girl! Oh, man...I'm itching to make more terrain - the possibilities are driving me CRAZY with desire 😅😘

[@cindyfinn4845]

I loved how you was able to use herbs of all things it is a blast watching what you will come up with and I have watched some of Luke's video's I'm in awe of both of your works of art..xoxo

[@Thicketworks]

Luke is the MASTER, Cindy - and it's partly because of his stress-free teaching style that I even dared attempt this. Now, I'm totally enthralled with the process. Thank you for being so encouraging - it means more to me than you may know, my friend. 💗

[@cindyfinn4845]

Can't wait till next Thur xoxo

[@philRminiatures]

Looks fantastic, the work on the ground is so realistic...most impressive UV's job!

[@Thicketworks]

Well thank you, my friend! I adore dioramas, but have SO much to learn! xoxo

[@philRminiatures]

@@Thicketworks If only I had your talent!

[@elizabethrichards6088]

You are simply amazing! I’d love to have a small fraction of your imagination and talent. Thank you so much for sharing your pieces with us all and your such an amazing teacher 😍

[@Thicketworks]

Elizabeth!! Blushing here - I'm just having so much fun learning and experimenting as we go along - there is always new territory to cover, and it makes me so happy to get to share the journey with my friends - Thank you for being here, girl! xoxo

[@shirleyping7058]

WOW, WOW, WOW!!! You never cease to amaze me, and yes, I did say WOW!! several times. I've completely regressed. all of the verbal progress I've made over the last few weeks. right out the door. This is so completely believable, as a path leading to or from a hidden cemetery, long forgotten by everyone, but the Reaper.... tick tock... :)

[@Thicketworks]

As usual, your Otherworldly Visions have me enthralled, Shirley... ancient pathways, leading to a hidden cemetery....eek! I love it! 💗💀💗

[@anneliesplatel3562]

Oh Heather you must lay awake at night coming up with these amazing ideas. Just wonderful ❤️

[@Thicketworks]

I'm so grateful to be constantly bombarded with ideas, Annelies - it's the greatest joy. I may not be able to make 'em all into reality, but OH the fun I have dreaming about them! xoxo

[@lucreziasimmons149]

I am in love with your creations! So grateful! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! The best tutorials EVER!!!

[@Thicketworks]

Well, my GOODNESS! What a lovely thing to say, Lucrezia (she of the beautiful name!) Thank you, and I am humbled by your generous heart. xoxo

[@lucreziasimmons149]

@@Thicketworks Lucrezia is a rare italian name I am proud of, thank you! I like your tutorials for their incredibile content, the beauty of your project and your voice so calm and clear. It's a zen experience and I learn a lot! Following you I learnt about the Cricut Maker and I will buy one. So grateful!

[@fabricebelsy3870]

Un sujet original, pour un diorama très parfumé.

[@erikasartgarden8952]

Just wow Heather! Wow!

[@Thicketworks]

I was astonished at how well all these simple materials and techniques worked together, Erika! Yay! xoxo

[@khalil-snusii]

Nice and calm .... You also have a great voice

[@maxbrandt6]

Excellent work! This base would also be perfect for a rally car model display I'd like to do.

[@MikeSmith-lc2np]

I'm making the coach right now. I know it won't be anything close or as awesome as what you created. but I'm looking forward to the finished product. you're awesome keep your GENIUS coming.

[@Thicketworks]

Oh, WOW! I'm totally stoked that you're making the coach, Mike! You gotta share it with me when complete - maybe via FB? Or you can always email me pics here: [e-mail] - I am SO excited to see what you do, my friend! Yay! xoxo

[@MikeSmith-lc2np]

We'll see how it turns out haha. I'm building it out of foam poster board and craft sticks a few decrotive pieces. I'm gonna get the coach kit later but right now I'm building everything from scratch. having a stress relief day off work. this is fun. making my own little coffin. I'll email. I'm proud I found your channel. thank you.

[@amitexo]

Heather its quite amazing how your attention to details give such a realistic touch to your works, again well done! I saw that you made a Bug altered box once(on your blog) but only a picture with no video or instructions, It would be great if you made a video of such a project in the near future, i love your antique & gothic altered objects, no one else does it.

[@Thicketworks]

Hello, my friend! Thank you for your kind words, amitexo... I can't believe you found that little bug box on my website 😅 - I had a blast making that - it's from my pre-blogging days. If you would like to see a video, then I'll put it on the list! xoxo🎥

[@amitexo]

Thanks very much indeed, i'm very grateful you're even considering it ^_^ Yes i went through all your projects on Insta and your blog, sometimes i revisit them to try the techniques as well. I am a fan of your work, i'm currently trying your rusty fabric ;)

[@thierrychango7268]

Thanks from France. you're gorgeous darlin' keep on working ! Nice stuff, really !

[@barbjohnson8577]

I give 100% to your imagination!!!! You rock!! Thanks for all you do!

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Barb! This was SO much fun - and surprisingly easy to do, my friend...thank you for your kind words! xoxo

[@wolfpack4694]

I like ur idea of using real rocks or balled up foil for texturing the foamular!

[@laurielarson1196]

Girl, you never cease to amaze me with y'alls exceptional talent!! As i've stated before "bitch'in"! You're an awesome teacher as well darl'in, hugs.💖

[@Thicketworks]

Hey Ms. Laurie! It's my bitchin' friend with the soft, sultry drawl! 😉 Thank you so much for the feedback - figuring out how to explain all this nonsense in a way that makes sense is challenging! It's reassuring to know it doesn't come out as pure gobbledigook! xoxo

[@laurielarson1196]

@@Thicketworks lol! You do a great job mak'in sense of it, let me tell ya darl'in. My friends & kinfolk call me Laurie Sue, and i consider you a friend so there ya go. Loves & hugs.

[@mertsgarage3045]

Wow! Great Job and Details 👏👏👏

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Wow this video just gave me soooo many ideas!!! The potpourri grinding was my fav... definitely keeping that in mind for the future!!

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Ara! Never having attempted terrain before, I was pretty intimidated by the whole idea....but it was SO much fun! Looking around for inexpensive alternatives is a blast - I know you know! xoxo

[@peterevans3247]

Totally amazing and inspirational !!

[@donnawalker3910]

Bravo!! The detail and realism is amazing. And I really appreciate how you use cost effective 'ingredients' to construct your art. Thank you for sharing your talent with us = )

[@Thicketworks]

It was such a pleasant surprise to see how well these super simple ingredients performed, Donna! What a fun experiment! Thank YOU for spending your precious time to watch, my friend. xoxo

[@linkkicksu]

Ohh, very creative with that aluminium. Never seen a technique like that but it really does give a lovely effect.

[@Thicketworks]

The scale modeling community has taught me so much - including the aluminum foil texturing technique. Such great results for such a tiny amount of effort. xoxo

[@demgutts]

Damn, lady, you're great. Picked up a lot of tips

[@demgutts]

And with all that seasoning, I bet it smells great

[@Thicketworks]

That makes me happy, my friend. Thanks for watching. Dioramas are obsessing me 😅

[@TheNetymags]

Using spices!! That is inspired!

[@Thicketworks]

Necessity is the mother of invention, Neta! There is no WAY I can afford those specialty 'terrain products'! Plus, this is way more fun! xoxo

[@anastasiasholeinthehollerc8697]

Im so glad you decided to do these miniatures and share them with us. I told you everyone would love it. Im working on things but very slowly, trying to get well :(

[@Thicketworks]

Sending you waves of healing energy, my friend. I hate it that you've been ill - holding a vision of you filled with vitality and mischief - as you should be! Thank you for your precious encouragement - it means the world to me, Anastasia. xoxo

[@StefaniePettisTheRollingStudio]

You got mad skills my friend!!! Just incredible!!!! I'm beyond jaw dropped!! My jaw flrw out the window on this one!! I scrapping my eyeballs off my phone trying to text!!🤣😂🤣🤣👁👁👁👁🤠⛟💨💨💨💨 Love this ine for sure!

[@Thicketworks]

Girl, you crack me UP! What with all the jaw flinging and eyeball scraping, we outta call in CSI! Big hugs, you fabulous creature! xoxo

[@StefaniePettisTheRollingStudio]

@@Thicketworks 🤣😂🤣💖💖💖

[@karenschachair9312]

Amazing girl. You wow me with all your texture methods. 💕

[@Thicketworks]

Old Mixed Media Junkies have a taste for texture, Karen! Can't help it! Thank you for being so kind, my friend. xoxo

[@hwx3105]

Thank you for showing me that regular craft paint is ok to use! I’m over here buying paint specifically made for dioramas as I keep watching for my son’s project & so now I’m going to return those paints & go buy some cheaper priced paint at Michael’s & just water it down. 🤝

[@Thicketworks]

I'm sure there are many scale modelers who heartily disapprove, my friend, but frankly, I use what I can afford, and what works, and it makes me glad that this has been of use to you! xoxo

[@2009yootoobee]

You are the best... I learned a lot from your video. Thank You.

[@SaphireVariable]

Beautiful creation! I have so many scenes I want to create, but my imagination doesn't seem to understand that I don't have any place to put them if I made them. 🤣🤣 Want to thank you for showing that you don't have to have fancy or really expensive art supplies to make things, and you shouldn't be fearful of using them. In previous creations I've used sand, eggshells, wood smoking chips, and pieces of old carpet. The possibilities are endless! 😊😍

[@Thicketworks]

Oh, I hear you, Dear Heart...so many glorious dreams...so little room! 😭 YES to using ALL THE THINGIES!!!! Anything is fair game...after all, what's the worst that can happen? May your imagination NEVER shrink to the size of your 'reality', my friend. Let's keep dreaming grand dreams, no matter what! 😘😍

[@MariaFrancesca]

I hereby appoint you... the Texture Queen!

[@Thicketworks]

Ha! Can't deny I love Texture with an Unnatural Passion, Fran...😅😘

[@MariaFrancesca]

It shows! You ARE very good at it! :-)

[@reallybigkid7269]

I love it. Thanks Heather.

[@Thicketworks]

Cool - glad you liked it. Still very new to dioramas, but oh, man: so addicting, @ReallyBigKid72 ! 😅

[@monimoni-2024]

Fantastic video 👏👏

[@Thicketworks]

I enjoyed this process so much, Monica....watching herbs become landscape feels magical! Thank you for watching, my friend. xoxo

[@susanjerrell9220]

You must have some building construction in your background. This muddy old road is so realistic. It's all in the details and you bring them for sure.

[@Thicketworks]

It's Susan! Hello, my friend. Well, if you count occasionally running a bulldozer and helping The Darling Man to create a few basic structures, I guess you're right! 😜 Oh, the details just enthrall me...I could lavish time on them endlessly - but the schedule demands otherwise! Thank you for your kindness...xoxo

[@00GHeroes]

Wow you creative AF

[@gkspain1]

Love this, have subscribed, all the best Garry

[@Thicketworks]

Hey, Garry - thank you so much, my friend!

[@dmmomma]

HEATHER!!! EXCELLENT!!!

[@Thicketworks]

Fantastic, @DM_ Momma - diorama stuff just thrills me, girl! xoxo

[@joannecarroll5504]

Fabulous work there, Heather, I'm expecting you to build your own model railway next LOL! The wheel tracks are brilliant, I'm glad your little muddy puddle worked out too, as I did some geek research a while ago & according to science peeps, acrylic paint/ink & polyester resin won't set, they are a match made in hell. Maybe that's why it worked! *insert evil laughter here* ;)

[@Thicketworks]

😂 If I ever DO venture into model railroading, it'll be Luke Towan's fault, Joanne! Meanwhile, I'll settle for the delicious sense of wonder that emerges as these tiny creations demand to be manifested - I'm in LOVE with the challenges and the delights of the miniature world! About the resin: Evil Laughter! (I love that) I had my doubts that the resin would cure properly with the addition of the acrylic - but being the adventurous (or foolish) soul that I am, I had to give it a try. Absolutely no ill effects on the curing process - yay! I think using truly miniscule amounts helped. xoxo

[@mickansj334]

It looks exactly as you see it in reality. So heaven done well. Maybe it will smell good with the herbs you mixed around too :)

[@Thicketworks]

Ha ha! Thank you, MICKAN SJ - once the glue covers everything, the aroma disappears 😉😘

[@shaktisky7225]

Just found you today.. You are awesome and very inspiring.... Thanks.....

[@Thicketworks]

Thanks for finding me, my friend. Your kindness is much appreciated! xoxo

[@Tamina5]

Hello Heather, your Project is so innovative ... wonderful👍😍 greetings Loni 🙋‍♀️💜

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Loni! I'm so glad you like it, my friend! It was incredibly fun to do! xoxo

[@wolframvonbach1685]

I love it! thanks for sharing! :)

[@nancywatkins5836]

Gurllll! You're incredible! Wish it was Thursday EVERY day! TFS! Love this! How do you come up with all of your wonderful ideas? Shear genius!

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Nancy! Many of these ideas come from the Model Railroading community - I just followed what many of those amazing craftsmen do, and put my own odd twist on things...I'm no genius, (although I'm thrilled you would say so - thank you!) but oh MAN am I having fun! xoxo

[@kimburns1336]

Very clever! I can't wait to see it all together. Your house must be an amazing sight on Halloween.

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Kim! Oh, we used to be 'THAT HOUSE' at Halloween! Such fun. xoxo

[@aliloucreations1817]

Heather ! You’ve done it again ! 😍😍 this is fantastic, I love making this sort of thing , I could just watch your videos all day , super talented you are 😘

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Ali! I'm so pleased that you like this kind of thing, too! Pure pleasure to play with this mini series! Thank you for watching, girl! xoxo

[@lmnopopsicle]

This was amazingly helpful.

[@Thicketworks]

Glad you think so! I am still just learning, but the process is totally fascinating, my friend. xoxo

[@sarahgieseke6121]

Heather, you are going to think I am a fanatic fan but this tutorial is amazing. It is filled with so many clever ideas like the spices and mixtures you grind up for the ground litter and using a cheap paint brush's bristles for the grasses. I am once again blown away by the simplicity of the materials, the clear explanations of how to do each step and the stellar professional results. Wow! Now I think a diorama is in my near future. I have a hillside that is near and dear to my heart. My favorite time to just sit and ponder on it is the late fall. Now I know how I can recreate that treasure in miniature. One question-instead of using the resin for puddles would Ranger's Glossy Accents work, too? It's just something I have on hand. Again, I love your style and your passion for sharing and encouraging us to bigger and better things. Thank you for being you.

[@Thicketworks]

Dear Sarah - firstly, I'm beyond delighted that you feel the same kind of creative excitement about these things as I do - hearing the enthusiasm in your message makes me grin from ear to EAR! It's this spirit of joyful experimentation that fills ME with endless excitement - and sharing it with YOU makes me happier than I can express. Oh, and absolutely - use your Glossy Accents. Use what you have, raid the pantry, stalk the aisles at Home Depot, let your imagination run wild, girl! Huge hugs! xoxo

[@NouraPompilla89]

Your voice is very relaxing and love ur creativity thanks so much for share all ur talent with us hugs from Peru :*

[@Thicketworks]

Oh, thank you, Noura! That's very generous of you, girl. Hugs right back! xoxo

[@gonickyourself]

Good stuff I appreciate the tutorial, it looks great! 👍

[@noblehobo7493]

Wow! Awesome work and very creative ideas too! And very sweet voice :D

[@Thicketworks]

Awww....that's super kind of you, my friend: thank you. xoxo

[@Karlsson_vom_Dach]

hey heather, i am really impressed how good and easy it looks. really creative. i was wondering if the herbes will lose their color due to aging (especially the greener ones like parsley) or if they will stay the same because they are sealed with pva glue. maybe your expertise could help me figuring it out. thanks for the content and the ideas.

[@Thicketworks]

Thank you for your kindness, my friend. As you suspected, I learned the hard way that the herbs fade over time. I've since taken to dying the herbs with a bit of diluted acrylic paint or ink...this means that I end up applying them as a kind of paste, rather than as dry sprinkles, but the end result is much more long-lasting. Here's a link to a later video where I demonstrate the 'new and improved' version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bX7Wd6B7o7erntUsi=f21mAExys2-VmeI_&t=3115

[@Karlsson_vom_Dach]

@@Thicketworks this looks so awesome as well. i wonder how i will take those ideas to my miniatures. wish you the best.

[@ACslife23]

wow wow amazing diorama you really inspired me

[@Thicketworks]

That makes me super happy, Adam - dioramas are SO intriguing to me, dude.

[@ACslife23]

@@Thicketworks :) do you have a facebook page ? they are indeed i have created a couple of thunderbirds tv show inspired ones

[@Thicketworks]

@@ACslife23 I'd LOVE to see those dioramas - (my husband's name is Scott Tracy 😅) ...and yep, I have a FB page, and am heading over to FB to see if I can find you and your work...facebook.com/thicketworks/

[@WilmaVoermans]

Omg, you keep me amazed !!!

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Wilma! This was SO easy to do...it really did surprise me. I love the results, and can't wait to do more! xoxo

[@WilmaVoermans]

One day I will make the whole Serie! One day .......... 😀. In Switzerland we can’t get a lot of the stuff you use. So that will be improvising. TFS

[@Thicketworks]

Improvising is a challenge, Wilma - but it's also been the source of my most beloved discoveries...I just know that you'll be creating magic, my friend. xoxo

[@terirosen7957]

Everytime. Just wow. 🤯😘love.

[@Thicketworks]

Hey, Teri...thank you, girl. It's so fun to explore new techniques! xoxo

[@atamaria43]

Es maravilloso ver la imaginación y perfección de tus trabajos, eres increíble... abrazos

[@Thicketworks]

¡No soy perfecto en absoluto, cariño! Pero eres tan amable de decirlo ... ¡gracias, Maribel! 😘

[@hunterelf]

amazing!! i've learnt alot from this! please make more and maybe some structural dioramas as well!

[@Thicketworks]

Hey there, @玩具冰室! It makes me happy that you enjoyed this one. And I am planning a whole series of projects that will include diorama and miniature techniques - so stay tuned, my friend...xoxo

[@andreawood6312]

Well done you 😊

[@cindythoms7246]

Amazing as always!

[@Thicketworks]

Cindy - I had SO much fun with this...if you haven't played with making terrain, you gotta try it! xoxo

[@rezaangga1631]

this is art and basic chemistry all at once..

[@Thicketworks]

Ha! Well, as I stumble my way through, it's only fair to share the 'findings', my friend. BTW: in the intervening months I've taken to dying the crushed herbs with a bit of ink - otherwise they do tend to fade.

[@elizabeths4371]

BEAUTIFULLY Gothic! and those Italian herbs and dollar $tore paintbrush grasses- who woulda thought!!!?

[@Thicketworks]

It's so fun to experiment with unconventional materials, @Elizabeth S - and sometimes, it actually works out! Thanks for watching, girl! xoxo

[@christinaaugustine27]

I rushed for the “ thumb up “ as fast as I can ;-))

[@Thicketworks]

Awww...that's so sweet of you, @Christina Augustine - thank you, girl! xoxo

[@traciakierman1]

This is one of my favorite videos so far! I just love it. I've just started experimenting with Hot Wire Foam Factory glue and coatings and you've given me lots of ideas!

[@Thicketworks]

Yay! I LOVE this process so very much...do you think one can get addicted from one little experiment?!? 😅 It's so cool, that you're working with foam, too, Traci! I've been wanting to pick up some Styrogoo...do you recommend it? Anxiously awaiting your report, girl! xoxo

Woow, amazing!

[@TV-se4ce]

Good 👍amazing 👏

[@sundancesladytiffany3995]

This is awesome!!!!

[@Thicketworks]

Hi Sweet Pea! Girl, you haven't LIVED till you've played with Herbs & Glue! This was a total BLAST, Tiffany. Yep. And NO MEASURING!!! (Okay, maybe a TINY bit, but minimal! Yay!) 😉😘💗

[@markgobuffalo6490]

Amazing!

[@MikeSmith-lc2np]

GENIUS

[@Thicketworks]

Hey Mike - thanks, but really, this is just a hodge podge of techniques culled from the scale modeling world, plus some crazy ideas involving herbs! 😅 Thanks for watching, my friend. Always trying to learn and share more! xoxo

[@Phoenixknight79]

I use real rocks for my dioramas, along with items I buy from our local Dollar Tree store like reindeer moss and just use my blender to chop it up and I get a great ground cover...

[@Thicketworks]

That is awesome, @BN Executive Unit 9400! I love it that you experiment and raid the Dollar Tree - rock on! 😉

[@DimitrisN79]

great work! please can you tell me how to search for this machine with UV lights for fast dry resin?

[@Thicketworks]

Well, by now you've found what you were looking for, I'm sure. But, just in case - search your favorite marketplace for UV flashlights!

[@WNCisHome]

OMG, wow this is amazing! Does it smell like meatloaf? lol. TFS! 🤪

[@Thicketworks]

Ha ha! At first, it's a little weird, Kim...but once everything is sealed the fragrance almost disappears...thank goodness! xoxo

[@samuellaramsey5824]

Genius!

[@Thicketworks]

This was so FUN, Samuella! I can't wait to work on more dioramas, my friend. xoxo

[@StalkeraBg]

This is amazing, will need to sneak a peek into the other videos aswell now lol and thank you ! Have a question im horrified of actually to ask- i have harvested lots of cedar flowers- amazing for small scale leaves if painted, and amazing for fine dust details when grounded- but if its biological, doesnt it run the risk of mould ? My room is 60% so im between quartz sand and bio diorama.

[@Thicketworks]

I'm really glad you like the video, @StalkeraBg - I love the cedar flowers idea - thank you! That's a good question. I guess the shortest answer is "yes"...AND I'm betting on the pva mixture to seal the materials to the point that mold isn't a factor. I've taken to including dried root systems, etc. in my work, and once coated with pva, they seem to be impervious to mold (or Mould, if you prefer😅!). Hope this helps, my friend.

[@rafasolbescamps2249]

Perfecto.

[@jmrjhulk]

Amazing.... If only we have this kind of foam here in the Phils.. we only have styro foams :(

[@Thicketworks]

Check the Home Improvement stores in the insulation department, @jmrjhulk - you may be able to find some there. Good luck! xoxo

[@RainArenas]

Wow, so amazing! Great and easy to follow tutorial, thanks for sharing! Sub'd!

[@Thicketworks]

Hey, @Rain Arenas! Nice to meet you. Thank YOU for subscribing, my friend. xoxo

[@justinhealey2408]

Cilantro hit the brown and.....POP ! ! !

[@sylviehallebard2238]

Wow! Génial

[@Thicketworks]

I'm so glad you liked it, Sylvie - this was SO much fun! xoxo

[@bastianhassan1859]

Awesome..

[@Thicketworks]

Cool! Glad you liked it, my friend. xoxo

[@ricjoiee]

What fun!!!

[@Thicketworks]

This was a total blast to experiment with, ricjoiee! xoxo

[@hazelbeswick5163]

Squeeeeeee! I need to do this!

[@Thicketworks]

Yes, you DO, Hazel!!! It's more fun and more satisfying than I can put into words, girl! xoxo