DIY Hand Sculpted Chicken

[@barbarawalsh4936]

I can't wait to make a pair of these for my front yard. I never tried this type of project, but it looks like fun. Yes, if a small group of chickens are "hand raised" and get used to their names and being picked up, they listen. It goes for other animals too. We had 15 head of cattle, 5 sheep, including a Big Horn, 4 goats and 15 chickens- all named. We added a Banty rooster that belonged to my neighbor. He would try to disappear if he heard the neighbor's car or truck coming past. He hid in the barn behind my bull calf, when the neighbor came over, so I never gave him back. He used to sit on my daughter's shoulder when she did chores. I learned a lot from my animals. All were like my 10 kids, and were treated as part of the family.

[@VennasNature]

@@barbarawalsh4936 Oh what a lovely life😊 We had 20 kids, 2 dogs a bird and a turtle. lol thar was enough for me🤣

[@missmarymac9192]

Hey you just gave me a good idea about the mosquito thing on your ears who would have thought never thought of that one thank you for sharing love the video 😆😆

[@allanjones4901]

Love your videos, your little workshop, and especially your infectious good humor. Your enthusiasm and dedication to art are an inspiration to every one of us. Just one hint, re eyeball placement, that I've found useful over the years; dividing calipers. Many, many thanks from a fellow Arizonan and erstwhile sculptor.

[@VennasNature]

Thank you for your comments and viewing. lol I am technologically challenged so what does that mean. Help me.

[@VennasNature]

Will you be showing your art on line?

[@sharonframpton1887]

I love that chicken! I can hardly wait to make one. I love watching you having fun creating works of art! It's so inspiring!

[@docsmom6081]

Oh my gosh! You are very talented. I'm going to try this. First a flamingo for the pool area and then a gnome. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@sherryw-ponyluv-er2394]

Very cute. Just have to smile at a happy chicken face! Love the updated clay recipes. I’ve been making several years worth of collected Christmas cards into ornaments for a theme tree in a couple months (!!) and learning simple watercolor. I agree about creating something and often. Very satisfying and fun. Some day, will try concrete!!

[@VennasNature]

Water color is hard for me. It is a real skill to do watercolor art. I would love to see some😊

[@noemid1458]

Hi I would like to know how much cement do you add in the I just see the amounts for plaster of Paris in your glue?

[@KellSmoak]

I'm so excited to make me some chickens for my yard! Thank you so very much for making these fun and extremely informative videos!!! I just love watching you❤❤

[@solo34amos]

Oh and I just saw the gnome hats on flower pots in the background….I love those too!

[@LouiseLLee]

I’m retiring this year and once settled I going to try a lot of your creations. You are awesome!!😎

[@Dee-g8p9h]

I just stumbled on your page and I can relate to the husband and the “what’s wrong with me”, so much. Instant follow! 😂❤

[@donnaaustin1963]

I just started doing projects like this and learning different materials. You are the first I've seen use plaster of paris like clay. Thank you so much for sharing. And I really enjoy your fun personality 😁

[@VennasNature]

Good morning Donna😊 thank you for viewing and your comment😊 What creations have you made I would love to see them. where are you located in the world? I am always curious where my viewers are from. Happy creating. 😊

[@CynthiaGall]

So cute and fun! Thank you for sharing!

[@janieranck4149]

I can't get enough of these chickens. Love your personality.

[@noellepraud1356]

Bonjour, j'ai passé un très bon moment avec vous à regarder cette vidéo..bravo ce poulet et magnifique 😊😊. Merci pour votre bonne humeur 👏👏👏👏💗💗💗💗

[@drcparrott]

lol, i love that you re-use the ball!! not only frugal but enviro friendly and fewer trips to the dollar store :) thx for sharing this video I can't wait to give this method a try :)

[@ResinCrafts7]

Hey girl this is my first time watching you I am so impressed you really describe what to do so well thanks for sharing God bless keep on being yourself you are just wonderful

[@Cookiejug1]

I am so glad you’re back! I couldn’t find any new videos of yours until still one just appeared. Was praying you hadn’t gotten sick I am anxious to get on this new compound mixture. God bless! Create!!!! 🎉

[@heidimckee8492]

Oh my goodness, I love this chicken! And I think you are just as sweet as pie! I smile the whole time I am watching your videos!😂❤

[@brodty1]

You’re adorable ❤. lol . Very good teacher.

[@solo34amos]

I love this chicken! So cute! And I also,love the snowman I am seeing in the background.

[@petronilajoseph1738]

More than your art, I love and admire you how funny, honest and creative you are. I can't wait to make some myself.

[@VennasNature]

Oh my goodness, thank you. I will be so excited to see your art. Where do you live in the world?

[@kemwhite7295]

Well Alice I have now fallen down the rabbit hole and fear I won’t be coming out any time soon 🤪😉🐇 I was looking to find a craft my sisters and I could do together, I sew and they do not, I love making creepy Halloween things and they do not but this we could do, we all love our yards 😊 thank you for sharing yourself and your talent ❤️

[@VennasNature]

Kem I am so happy to have inspired weirdness in you and your sisters 😁 My sisters feel I am goofy making these items however they love having them in their yards...lol Have fun let me know if you have questions😄

[@clayitnow]

I love watching you working on your craft. It seems that you enjoy it very much. And, thanks for sharing your tutorial. Glad to see that the chicken survived the weather😁. I was worried about putting plaster of Paris outdoor but you seal it well. 👍😍🥰

[@VennasNature]

He is still sitting in my garden all summer last year all fall and winter last year and all spring and summer this year. Still looks great😄 Thank you for viewing and your comments

[@Amsbury]

I just came across your channel today; and I am so happy I did. You are a delight to watch and inspiring to "get into the frame of mind" of using everyday items for sculpture and other creations. Cement Mache....my new best friend. :-)

[@VennasNature]

OH MY GOODNESS! I am so happy to meet you Laura. Thank you for viewing and your sweet comment we can certainly be new best friends...lol It is truly awesome to know there are a lot of us in the world compelled to carry bags of cement around🤣 Where are you from and will you be sharing your creations with me? You can message me through my Vennasnature Instagram and show me what you are making😄 Woohoo!

[@kimberlyspicher6027]

My plaster “clay” doesn’t seem as smooth and pliable as yours. I’ve tried different batches with 1/4-1/2 cup glue. Any suggestions?

[@dbradshaw3500]

I would have thought the plaster and glue would get mushy in the rain. I love your art.

[@PuppyBiteforTrump]

One of my big garden gnomes 3.5 feet tall I had got on sale for a hundred dollars reg. $140. About 8 years ago…hollow and made from cheap resin/plaster…the hat got hit with a golf ball and had a hole the size of a tennis ball. I fix it with drywall mesh and plaster of Paris. Still holding fine and I live in Western Washington we have 4 true seasons. Rain, Drought, More Rain, snow and 2 years ago the worst ice storm we ever had. I didn’t expect it to hold up but works great for repairs.

[@jeanettestover27]

Bronco room?? 😁 We are Bronco fans for life! Love your site! Thank you 😊

[@VennasNature]

Hello Jeanette😁 I hope your team does well. Will you hold it against me if I'm not into sports? 😁 Thank you for viewing. 😊

[@MerryEverson]

Love, love , love your chicken !

[@MerryEverson]

Try holding up a level to do your eyeballs even. Works great on larger animals.

[@kayoliver8462]

Thank you for posting ! I really enjoy watching your videos. This chicken brings joy to my heart.

[@kayjongsma4485]

Such amazing talent, so generous of you to share it!

[@VennasNature]

Thank you Kay. I hope to inspire people to try new things and maybe take one of mine and elevate it😊

[@jaquelinerochadacunha4580]

Seu trabalho ficou muito lindo parabéns 😍❤ e você é uma pessoa muito alegre parabéns 😍❤️

[@janieranck4149]

I love your chickens❤

[@RoderickCampbell]

Great work. Thank You so much, Rod Campbell. South Africa . Cape Town.

[@Cookontherun7391]

Hello from rural Alberta Canada. Really appreciated the pep talk in the gnome video. Just what I needed to “get going!” Great videos.

[@VennasNature]

Oh I am so happy to tead your comments. I hope to inspire😊 I hope you will share your creations with me😊

[@carolyngrimson758]

Love your video. Love the chicken. I'm not patient enough to make one. I am going to use some of you ideas in making a gnome house piece by piece. So thank you for sharing. By the way, those dangly things are called wattles.

[@VennasNature]

🤣🤣Thank you! Wattles 🤣

[@hillofbeans2692]

Found your channel yesterday and love your work! Tomorrow I am going to attempt making that chicken! My art is lacking so...we'll see how it turns out. At any rate, GREAT work. :)

[@VennasNature]

Oh my goodness thank you for your comments. I wish you the best in making this chicken😊 Just remember it's nature so it is all good when they come out a bit organic😃 Let me know how it goes for you👍

[@hadasofri2015]

Love your work. You are an artist. Talented, inspiring radiant beautiful soul & ❤️ and a great teacher.. Thank you for you:) please keep posting.

[@VennasNature]

Thank you for your kind words. I hope you find the videos useful. I enjoy making and I do hope to inspire others to find their creative spirit whatever their medium. Have a great day

[@ej247]

New subscriber 😊 love our videos! Have binge watched all of them..lol I also love making concrete creations and would love a video of your clean up tips and tricks ... I hate the clean up..lol ... wondered how others deal with that part..could be I’m making it harder than need be :)

[@VennasNature]

Good morning and thank you. I can make a video of clean up tips and a few other tips viewers have sent me. Where are you in the world? Have a great day😊

[@loistoy3403]

Lovely. Thank you for sharing.❤️👍

[@VennasNature]

Hello Lois Thank you for viewing. Will you be making this fun chicken?

[@loistoy3403]

👍👍👍❤️🤗

[@Spirits2000]

Thank You So much this helps in so many ways for me ✨♥️✨♥️✨♥️✨

[@jeannettedaughtry1989]

I love it ! Great job !

[@ntpstudio2908]

I’d love an update on how this little guy is doing still outside? Is your chicken still going strong with the POP and PVA Glue mixture? Thanks!❤

[@VennasNature]

well....yes and no. Yes he has still been doing well until my grandson got a hold of him...😭

[@cassiejo0012]

Absolutely adorable. I love chickens and have 7. (They're family not food) lol

[@maryk9519]

Thank You for the creative knowledge. you've shared in your videos. I definitely will give it a try to make something whimsical. I look forward to more creative videos. I'm from rural west central Alberta, Canada.

[@marnsimpson8718]

Hi Have you tried the plaster of paris recipe with waterproof paint outside in your area? I'm in cottage country in Ontario. I'm sure in Arizona they wouldn't be going thro our freeze, thaw cycles our winters give us. ??

[@marysantore3511]

Hi Jenna I love your channel I've been casting leaves for 8 years now but recently am interested in sculpting, but for outside use. I tried different recipes and purchased high price concrete but haven't much luck with the recipes. I used the recipe you showed that the Lady Jonny came up with it worked pretty good but its been 2 days and the recipe is still soft to the touch. Is this what is supposed to be? I have an armature of tin foil I am making a sea turtle. if you can let me know before I rip this apart I would be happy. Thanks Mary

[@VennasNature]

Hello Mary. I am sorry for the delay. I have been working at my real job. Lol I also just adopted my 8yr old grandson. My life is not my own any more...lol I do not know why your clay is not setting. The plaster of Paris and white glue sets with in 10 to 15 minutes that's why I make small batches at a time. I use regular plaster of Paris as shown and regular white glue like Elmer's but I often use an off brand as it is cheaper. I am sorry it is not setting.

[@MarilynRivera-v8n]

Love it!

[@marylandry440]

I think this chicken is just so cute. I didn't hear you say- did you cover his body with the Plaster of Paris mixture also???

[@VennasNature]

Thank you😁 To begin with I covered a ball with cemental and fabric straps like paper mache. Then yes I used the plaster of Paris clay to cover and create the chicken.😁

[@vickieads43]

I have just recently found your channel and I am loving it!! You are so creative and funny I just thoroughly enjoy watching your videos. My question is what are you using when you are sanding down your concrete sculptures? And what is the best grit to use on concrete? Thank you so much, have a great day 🤗

[@bodacious415]

I love your chicken! I want to make one like it and bought some of the things like Elmer’s glue, plaster of Paris and the cloths to put on the ball. Problem I had was when I mixed the glue and plaster of Paris (to make the head etc) it was soooo gooey I couldn’t shape it into anything let alone get it off my gloves. I did use Vaseline like you said and measured the amount according to your recipe. Why didn’t it come out like yours?

[@VennasNature]

@@bodacious415 hmmm I wonder if you used glue all or school glue? Also I wonder if weather plays into it? Next time just add a little extra plaster. like adding flour to a recipe to get the consistency you want. Good luck I hope it will work out for you

[@bodacious415]

@@VennasNature I’m pretty sure I used Elmer’s all purpose glue. I don’t remember what the weather was like, it could have been very humid during that time. Maybe it had something to do with it. I’m not going to give up, I’m going to try again and use your recommendation of adding a bit more plaster until I get the right consistency! Hope it works because I love your chicken and want to make one! Cheers!

[@Glisar1]

Will plaster of paris hold up as well as the cement? Can you say what paint and sealant you use to keep water damage or sun bleaching at bay. Im in florida. ❤

[@VennasNature]

Hello😊 This chicken has now been out in my garden for two years. He is usually in the shade and he still looks good. The plaster and glue clay seems to be holding up. However if he were to sit in water he might not be well. I use outdoot acrylic deco art paint and crystal clear spray paint to seal. Thank you for viewing😊

[@carolwebster4181]

Thankyou for your video you are very clever well done, do you sell your chickens, luv from Australia oxox

[@VennasNature]

Oh wow from Australia how lovely. Thank you for your kind comments. Yes I have sold the chickens.

[@Donnado-fd9pw]

TY!

[@kellygentry163]

What kind of paint did you use?

[@chuscaace6321]

Love it!!!!

[@dannycherry7809]

How did you do the head?

[@mandarfineart]

Great video!! I have a question for you. I teach clay sculpting in local elementary schools in an afterschool program that I started a couple years back. I am absolutely amazed by the creativity that is unleashed when kids kids get their hands on a ball of clay. I have been using an air dry clay called Mexo dry that is sold by Claypeople. My experience is that it’s that it’s a great to work with however the sculptures are fragile. From your videos and how you mix your own papier-mâché clay I am wondering if you’ve done any experimentation with air dry clay by adding either glue and or wall joint compound and if it made the sculptures crack proof. I like the idea of teaching papier-mâché to kids as well however I feel that air dry clay allows them to build solid statues/ figures that papier-mâché wouldn’t do. I would appreciate any help guidance you can provide.

[@VennasNature]

Hello and thank you for your question. I totally agree with you about creating opportunities for children to create and be expressive through art. I am not an expert at paper mache. I use cement in a paper mache method and this chicken is coveted in plaster of Paris and glue clay. Of course it sets too quickly for children to use. Joni here on KZbin Ultimate Paper Mache is an expert on paper mache clay. Joni may be able to give you the answers you need. By the way I looked at your website you have beautiful art work. I will need to see your videos. I may have to get my easel out😁

[@johnlucas7096]

I use cement sealer when doing cement do I need to seal the cement before putting the plaster of Paris on. And can I use my cement sealer over the painted plaster of Paris after it dries to protect the paint Thanks from Ottawa Ont.

[@VennasNature]

I did not seal the cement first. I put a sealer on after it was all finished. Polycrylic let that dry then Clear spray paint a couple coated that's how I did it. But...am no expert 😁 But this chicken has been through everything except freezing Let me know how I'm yours comes out😁 I will probably learn from you😊

[@johnlucas7096]

Do I put the plaster of Paris all over the cement ball or can I just make the wings head tail

[@VennasNature]

I covered the entire cement ball with the plaster. However if you add another later of the cement to the ball and make it smooth you probably could just use the plaster for the wings , tail and head. It's all experimental, and should work. It all depends on the look you want😊 Lol I am heading off to my "real" job now so I can answer other questions about lunch time. Have fun I will ve very excited to see your chicken 😊

[@johnlucas7096]

@@VennasNature Thank you so much for your help I appreciate it. Love your videos

[@tracye4885]

The plaster of Paris holds up to weather?

[@VennasNature]

Yes 😊 If you seal it very well. Of course you would not want it out in the harshest weather. I'm in Mesa AZ so not a lot of rain and no ice and snow. However the sprinklers run everyday for a few minutes

[@johnlucas7096]

I have another question I am not sure what I’m doing wrong with the plaster of Paris mine is so sticky I use Vaseline on my hands but it turns out to be a hot mess. I add the 1/4 cup glue with cup of plaster I was able to use it but very messy. Your looks so good in the video not sure what I’m doing wrong. Thanks

[@VennasNature]

Luckily I am on a break...lol Add a little more plaster. It will be soft however you have to work fast.

[@johnlucas7096]

@@VennasNature Thank you

[@johnlucas7096]

@@VennasNature thank you

[@VennasNature]

@@johnlucas7096 How is it going with the chicken? I am interested in your progress😊

[@johnlucas7096]

@@VennasNatureIt’s all done would love to send you a pic but not sure how to do that. My name is Sharon my husband and I share the same account lol

[@mcart3943]

this is so cute! is this suitable for outdoors? like a garden sculpture?

[@VennasNature]

It is garden sculpture. This chicken has been sitting right there on my garden for one year. In rain and sun and sprinklers twice a day. He might not manage snow and the defrost however I dont know, I live in Mesa AZ no snow😊 Let me know any other questions😊 Thank you for viewing and your comments and I am.excited to know you may try to make your own😊

[@reginahudson9909]

Besides being very creative you are so funny and make me laugh, I love the chicken . I work slow especially when I do something for the first time , do you think putting the modeling clay in a plastic bag would help keep it from getting hard ? I'm looking forward to your next video. Thank you .

[@VennasNature]

Hello Regina, Thank you for your kind comments. Thank you for viewing. Putting the clay in a baggie won't help much, it does not set just because it gets dry. It sets because Plaster of Paris naturally sets rapidly. I would suggest you make smaller portions of clay so you don't need to work quickly for larger portions of clay. Does this help? I would love to see your creations when it is completed😄

[@wandaraper5895]

I love chickens 🐔 an they are worse than dogs lol they do come when called an all has their own personalities.. lol, and you were close. It's a waddle lol 😆 you just crack me up. I love watching you! I'm enjoying your videos!

[@VennasNature]

Good morning Wanda😊 Thank you for the information "waddle" I will work to remember. It really was fun seeing that chicken go over the roof to our neighbor. Thank you for viewing my videos and for your comments😊 Do you create as well? I would love to see what you do. Where do you live in the world?

[@missmarymac9192]

I have a question how do you do that with that paper mache without it getting so messy when I'm done if Ilooks like ive been bathing in it

[@VennasNature]

🤣 I get messy too. We just have to take it slowly to try to be neat....and hurry so the cement doesn't set before we are done...lol It's tricky for sure🤣 I hope you are having a good week.😊

[@missmarymac9192]

@@VennasNature well I'm sure glad to hear you say that because I was getting worried about myself thought I was doing something wrong.. and by the way when are you going to do a Christmas tutorial like a huge Christmas ornament for the yard I've been playing around with it trying to come up with something nothing to brag about

[@Cookiejug1]

Would you please post the video you promised to make where you used a paper towel rack and football you got from Dollar Tree to make an adorable funny bird. I went to DT and bought 4 racks and balls but can’t find the video. Merry Christmas 🎄!

[@VennasNature]

Yes, thank you for your interest Cookie Jug😊 After Christmas. I have many videos to make. Lol I have a job so Saturday is my only day to play and video. The holidays are keeping me busy. Give me a couple more weeks and I will put it out there.

[@melissiam6242]

Thank you for the instructions!

[@VennasNature]

Let me know how it turns out.😊

[@missmarymac9192]

You just crack me up you made me laugh so much I love watching your videos I'm goofy just like you are not saying you are but you are I would love to meet you one day maybe I'll come dance how about that not a stalker I just like your work and you're very sweet lady keep them videos coming lady come on with it bring some Christmas stuff big huge ornaments for the yard

[@VennasNature]

Lol aw thank you Miss Mary Mac! I hope to have something for the Holidays. Did you see my Santa video?

[@missmarymac9192]

@@VennasNature which one the.. the one you use the cone now you like to let me know if they find that I want all of them over now and I'm still working on my chicken I haven't got the nerve enough to put it out there it's not good enough I don't think we'll have to see God bless you keep them coming girl keep me laughing you crack me up every day when I watch your videos you're so funny

[@VennasNature]

@@missmarymac9192 youtu.be/c8V2QCp This is the Santa video. Have a nice day😊

[@aklenka47]

The plaster glue mixture didn't crack when it was applied in thick layers? Like the wings on your chicken? I tried mixing powder joint compound with glue but that cracked so looking for a different recipe. Thank you

[@VennasNature]

It has not cracked. I have one of these chickens in my yard for almost an entire year and no cracking. You do have to work fast so mix small batches. I sets fast because it is plaster of Paris. Thank you for viewing. You see me making the chicken and no cracking. Let me know how it goes😊

[@aklenka47]

@@VennasNature Thank you!

[@VennasNature]

You are welcome😊 Where do you live in the world?

[@barbmcbride2653]

Brilliant! Thank you so much for the tutorial! 😊💕

[@VennasNature]

Thank you Barb!! Let me know how it goes😄

[@samanthanicholson9015]

what kind of clay did you use?

[@VennasNature]

@@samanthanicholson9015 Hello Samantha. It's in the video. I used plaster of Paris mixed with white glue. I make very small batches because it sets very quickly

[@oldbones9162]

Just found you. Enjoy your videos. Peppermint oil for mosquitos or rub fresh peppermint leaves over you. I’m sure if I show this to my wife….she’s gonna have a bag of cement setting in my shop…..waiting. Thank you…I think!

[@VennasNature]

Thank you I grow peppermint I will give it a try. Don't wait for her to see the video...go get her the cement🤣🤣 Thank you for viewing😊

[@mikeboothe]

What is it that you said you put for the neck? An aluminum something. I just found your videos and I love your humor- Susan

[@VennasNature]

Hello Susan😊 I am excited you found me😊 I use aluminum foil for armature. Let me know how you are doing with your project. I will be happy to see your creation😊

[@sharonimel3932]

Is this water proof or should you spray it with a sealer.

[@VennasNature]

Hello Sharon, this needs to be sealed. I used a penetrating sealer before painting. Then after painting I used Polycrylic sealer. Then to make it really shiny I used clear gloss spray paint. Mine has weathered almost a year of sun, rain and daily sprinklers and is doing well. I will add another coat of clear gloss spray paint in the spring Of course less weather will help it last longer.

[@dianeferguson5361]

What is the name of the cement your using? Love the chicken!!

[@VennasNature]

Hello Diane 😊 Thank you for viewing. I am using Rapidset Cemental I find it at Home Depot😊. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I will be excited to see your creation😊

[@janitavanvuuren23]

Good afternoon from South Africa, I love this chicken, but I can't find the recipe for your sement mix and plaster of Paris mix, pls help me with that, Janita

[@VennasNature]

Hello Janita😁 Thank you for viewing. I have looked at the video again and saw I printed the plaster clay recipe in the video itself. I have also just now added the recipe in the description Let me know if this helps. Have fun creating 😊

[@janitavanvuuren23]

@@VennasNature thanks, I found the plaster of Paris recipe , sorry I missed it, But I think I'm to old for this technology, I don't know where to find the description, pls if you can give me the sement recipe here , I really want to try your chicken

[@VennasNature]

@@janitavanvuuren23 It's all good😊 Use about 2 cups of your mortar mix be sure you are using "mortar" mix. It already has the portland cement and sand together you just need to add water. So to the 2 cups of water add about 1/2 cup of water. If this mixture is too thin add a little more mortar mix if it is too thick add a little more water, like making a cake. You want the mixture to be thick enough to coat the fabric you are dipping it in but not so thin the fabric won't stick to your project. Let me know if this helps 😊

[@janitavanvuuren23]

@@VennasNature thanks for your friendly help, enjoy your day

[@VennasNature]

@@janitavanvuuren23 I am always glad to give support 😊 I hope you send pictured of your chicken so I can see your amazing talent😁 see my Instagram and send me a message with a picture😁 instagram.com/vennasnature You have a great day too. My day is just starting 5:23 am and it's afternoon for you. I have another new friend in Sourh Africa I follow her Instagram here it is instagram.com/craftedgardentreasures?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

[@sharonimel3932]

Also what brand of triple thick spray glaze do yiu use.

[@VennasNature]

😊 Krylon

[@joycerisner7618]

How much is your chicken

[@carthagepinesdesigns2367]

Will quickcrete mortar mix work?

[@VennasNature]

Hello Carthage Pines😊 Thank you for viewing. I am sorry for the delay. We were driving in the mountains of Utah traveling to see our new grandbaby yesterday😊 Are you asking me if you can make the entire chicken from mortar? Yes you can. You will need to make small batches that are a clay consistency. You will need to make sure you work in sections meaning make sure the first layer is set (maybe not dry) But set so it can support the next layer. If that makes sense. The reason I am using plaster of Paris and glue is because it gives me very smooth finish. The mortar mix has sand in it so the finished texture will be a little coarse but you can sand it. I hope this helps😄 Where are you from? I am interested in where subscribers are from😊 Also you can message me at vennasnature on Instagram and show me your creations I am very interested😊 Have a great day creating😊

[@carthagepinesdesigns2367]

@@VennasNature you're not going to believe this but I'm also I subscriber from two other accounts I have Miss Mary Mack and Wanda use my mom thing on one of them and yes this helps very much I'll follow you on all my accounts have a good vacation and I will indeed message you on Instagram when I get through with it keep the videos coming ❤️

[@carthagepinesdesigns2367]

@@VennasNature oh yes and I'm from east Texas and that's why I call it Carthage pines designs Carthage Texas

[@carthagepinesdesigns2367]

Oh yes and congratulations on the grandbaby ❤️❤️

[@VennasNature]

@@carthagepinesdesigns2367 well how fun, it's a small world. Yes we are having a nice time. My hubby, my granddaughter and my mother all on a road trip😁

[@MaraPearson-jk7jt]

You are creative, that’s what’s wrong. Your mind never stops. Lol

[@heidimckee8492]

Aw, I wanted to see you paint him

[@noemid1458]

Somebody else is making a chicken that kind of looks like yours I put in their comments it looks like your chicken credit is due where credit is due .. it's very similar😄🤗

[@brodty1]

🇨🇦

[@yvonnemcdaniels9914]

You’re adorable

[@VennasNature]

Aw. Thanks. My family says "goofy " 🤣 Thank you for viewing👍😁

[@paulinehunt4069]

Please don't say fast set cement. Picture of package and name. It's so frustrating. Unfortunately, you jumped ahead and skipped over armeture for head and collar.

[@VennasNature]

@@paulinehunt4069 You can use foil if you like for the head but since the plaster and glue mixture sets up so quick you don't really need the foil. The collar is just the plaster clay as well as the wings and tail feathers. I am sorry for any confusion. Thank you for the feedback and questions good luck and have fun😁

[@wilmadiserio1153]

You didn't show how to put the head on the chicken you showed the chicken on my stomach

[@PuppyBiteforTrump]

@21:45 she explained the process. She shaped aluminum foil and glued to body, covered with Plaster of Paris. I realize your comment is a couple years ago, however I hope this helps if you try to do a project as how to form that 3D image. A lot of great tips in her videos! Happy crafting 😊

[@rosemariegannabaars1969]

Schade, dass sie soviel spricht das nicht nötig ist, und sich mehr zeigt als ihre Arbeit wie es Andere tun.

[@VennasNature]

Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate you for watching and commenting. Is there more of my work you want to see? 😊 Have a good day

[@pavanarora3538]

It was a big tutorial though dear, but i have made up my mind to complete this diy project . Love your ideas . Happy to be connected with you.💝 give me your Instagram handle please.

[@VennasNature]

Venna's Nature is my instagram. Was the tutorial too long. Did I talk too much? I'm pretty new at this. Thank you for viewing and commenting. I will love to see your creations as well😊

[@Cookiejug1]

It was just fine! You cover all the bases and I thought was great!

[@donnacarlson5086]

You still make fat chicken yet

[@T.Schrader]

How did you do the feet???

[@VennasNature]

Hello😁 I used the clay to shape the feet the way I wanted and put a hole in the center to thread onto the leather strap. I would love to see your creation😁 Have fun