DIY Leaf Brooch from a Soda Can

[@inannab7769]

This is what five minute crafts wishes it could be, so cool

[@Randomona]

Haha thanks so much I feel victorious now 😉

[@gergoolle5773]

So it needs to be 10 minutes?

[@SarahAbramova]

Yup

[@susannahellmuth81]

More like 4 hours crafts but this is still the superior one.

[@lesley-annmathews7971]

I feel like I can just delete all other crafts subscriptions after discovering your channel!!!!😊

[@constantinbarbu.]

ahhh where was this video when my friends were taken by the orcs

[@Randomona]

ahh those sneaky orcs 😆

[@dr.rajasaurusandunclebonec6526]

This video was temporarily blocked by the orcs working secretly with the government 😫

[@ElveeKaye]

Great, now how are you going to find them?? They'll have to drop a cell phone, and then when you find it you'll be like, "Hey, free phone!"

[@constantinbarbu.]

​@@ElveeKaye i've found some peculiar feces don't know if i should keep searching....

[@stevethea5250]

@@dr.rajasaurusandunclebonec6526 Death Crypt of Duncan at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills On July 13, 2012, Duncan was taken to Cedars Sinai Medical Center after suffering a heart attack.[21] Media reports suggested that his girlfriend, Omarosa Manigault Newman, had tried to save his life by performing CPR.[22] Duncan's publicist, Joy Fehily, issued a statement on August 6 that read he was moved from the intensive-care unit but remained hospitalized following his heart attack.[23] On September 3, Duncan died in Los Angeles.[24] In spite of a family request, no official autopsy was performed.[25] Forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter believes that Duncan likely had cardiac sarcoidosis, and that the condition was the probable trigger for the actor's fatal heart attack.[25] (It has been established that Duncan had general sarcoidosis, which he likely contracted while working for a gas company in his early twenties.[25]) Seven months after his death and according to his family,[26] Omarosa was under suspicion for changing his will and testament.[27] They also claim that Omarosa manipulated Duncan in his final days, lied about her engagement and sold his belongings without the family's knowledge.

[@slytheringingerwitch]

Yours is better than the bought one. Amazing job.

[@Randomona]

Thanks I'm happy you think so 😊

[@LiezerZero]

As in looks... Yes. As in Not Fragile... No. the bought one is more sturdy then the can one.. But you could always step up the process to use thicker aluminum for the leaf and maybe coat it in epoxy for a bit more durability.

[@jakewilson2203]

taking some sandpaper to the the surface before the paint will make the paint hold better. just rough it up a little bit.

[@donaldasayers]

No need, the can already had a layer of extremely good lacquer on both sides to prevent corrosion, nothing you can put on will be as good as that as a primer.

[@cynricendelle7859]

@@donaldasayers How about an actual primer for acryllic paints? But then again, who does have that lying around in the house hahaha

[@donaldasayers]

@@cynricendelle7859 But will it stick to aluminium?

[@worldonfire6154]

Maybe I sould try that with my latex elf ear headphones. The colours always come of.

[@annajd91]

i'm not a LOTR fan but this really caught my eye... incredible work, congrats!!!

[@Randomona]

Oh that's a nice compliment, thanks! 😄

[@by_katrin]

Me too!

[@veneficus582]

"Not a lotr fan" I see you haven't watched the movies or read the books.

[@amberwhite6086]

Anna Julia Duarte 😱 How can you not be?

[@Liv-si6qu]

@@veneficus582 I think we can assume that when she said she isn't a fan.

[@mrscoolwhipp]

"So you can find them when orcs kidnap them" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Randomona]

Haha better be safe than sorry! :p

[@xandermauvoss]

I love this. And literally my favorite line is just: "And give some to friends so you can find them when orcs kidnap them. You never know." XD Great video, and I'm certainly going to try this out!

[@Randomona]

Haha thanks so much I'm glad you liked it 😁

[@PlopperPlopper]

What can I say. That is amazing. I did one for my daughter. I used CA glue and epoxy putty to connect and fill backside. It looks slightly better but I even wouldn't think about starting without your tutorial. Thank you very much! ... and you have so natural, beatiful nails.

[@Randomona]

That sounds great! I'm really glad you tried it out and gave it your own twist. Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@YeenQueenTTV]

Fantastic tutorial! Very well explained/shown and the end result is gorgeous. As a long-time crafter, I have ONE ever-so-important piece of advice for those new to hot glue that might take a shot at your project... BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL WHEN APPLYING HOT GLUE TO METAL OBJECTS. Seriously. It WILL get hot enough to burn you (yup, even with low-temp hot glue guns) and it'll hurt like a sunnovabitch. Learned this the hard way when I first used hot glue on tin foil... ;___;

[@Randomona]

Oh no xD thanks for pointing that out, it's true people be careful! And thanks for the nice feedback ☺️

[@craftypam9992]

I discovered this when following a video which showed hot glue used to put a seam in fabric - which had to be smoothed flat! Ouch!

[@anne-florelecozic3890]

​@@Randomona No worries because here it's an aluminium can, and aluminium doesn't conduct heat, that's whay it's so used in cooking and crafting. You should still be careful but also use a low heat glue-gun, your fingers will thank you :) (by the way, really cool video, thanks a lot !)

[@notfeedynotlazy]

@@anne-florelecozic3890 I usually don't enter in "Actually..." discussions in YT comments, but that "aluminium doesn't conduct heat" better be trolling, m8, because ALL metals are actually very good heat conductors. Even more in thin plates like that.

[@elizabetholiviaclark]

Thanks for the heads up. I'm going to make this brooch, and I'll take your good advice.

[@IICubeII]

Really good work! If I could make a suggestion; Don’t worry about the color for the paint initially, just finish the scratch work to get the leaf pattern on it. Once you’re there, I really think it’d be worthwhile to make a mold of it. The scratches should be deep enough for silicone to pick up. From there you can cast it in epoxy, it’d be far stronger, still light, and if you ever break one you can quickly make another!

[@Randomona]

I like that idea actually! What I do like about the soda can method is that you have actual metal, which is hard to recreate with most paints. But your idea would make a nice sturdy brooch too and many of them if necessary 🙂

[@iseleylaura]

That's a great idea! You could also fill in the back of the metal one with resin rather than hot glue -- that way it's still metal on the outside and it's harder/more solid :) (Thx for this tutorial btw; it turned out lovely!!)

[@IICubeII]

​@@Randomona Happy you liked it! And if you want a resin part that looks metal, I'd also suggest using aluminum powder. You can use it in three ways; You can put a very thin layer in the mold when casting and it should stick and make the face of the part look metal. You can mix it into the resin for a darker and not as shiny effect. Or you could rub n' buff it onto the surface and clear coat it for the best result, imo. If you end up giving this a try you should post a video!

[@Randomona]

@@IICubeII oh that powder sounds cool. I don't own resin yet actually, but I want to work with it in the future 🙂

[@nicolasfredette8564]

Not quite certain a mold would pick up on the paper-thin difference between paint and bare metal...

[@rachelutzig1959]

This is so clever! And the video was very well edited and easy to understand. Thank you!

[@Randomona]

Oh thank you for the great feedback!

[@fab261]

I did this bc my wish broche didn't arrive in time and it looked SO much better! No one could believe that I made it myself and I received loads of compliments!

[@Randomona]

That is just all I could hope for 😃 Thanks for the amazing comment 😊

[@JesusisKing222]

How did I ever get so lucky to have stumbled upon this video? Great craft with the best sound track ever!

[@Randomona]

Such a lovely comment 😊 thanks so much, it's nice to hear that you enjoyed the music! :)

[@JakeSnake07]

Looks great! The two only recomendations that I would make is #1, use sandpaper lightly to remove the paint form the can's front, and #2, to use a single piece of wire for the vines/stem. The single wire would take only a little more work, but it'll look cleaner, and and more structural rigidity.

[@Randomona]

Thank you! Your ideas make sense, I haven't thought of the one with the wire! You might be right that it would look cleaner. Thanks for the advice!

[@cousins4dayz205]

MORE LOTR DIY VIDS!!! PLS i really liked this one! it's so easy, yet so cool!

[@Randomona]

I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for the suggestion :D

[@jaysonlee465]

Cousins 4 Dayz yasss!!! Pls

[@aishayas2]

Never watched the movies but the thumbnail was too good. Watched it all the way and loved it... I don't believe I will ever try it, and that's how you know your content is gold .

[@Randomona]

Wow thank you, that does mean a lot! ☺️ Very glad you liked it!

[@firegodessreiko]

Fabulous idea! I think that if you roughed up the metal w/ a nail file, that first layer of paint would probably stick on better...also I might hide all the wires and such with a strip of black felt to keep it from snatching at skin and clothes as well as make it look 10x fancier for very cheap. =3

[@Randomona]

Thanks! I have tried using a nail file before - it was too stiff for me, maybe with something more flexible like a sandpaper sheet it works. Felt sounds good 😉

[@Rishimolestskids]

“And give some to your friends so you can find them when orcs kidnap them, you never know” xDDD I’m dead

[@Randomona]

XD ❤️🍃

[@rizquierdo3840]

"it has to be an Assassin´s Creed Can" - The way You delivered this joke, definitely earns you a Like... And the content of Your video has earn you a new subscriber.

[@Randomona]

Hehe I'm glad someone likes my jokes! 😋 Welcome to the family!

[@TheSolidlad]

My thoughts exactly :D

[@cheesypies]

Frodo saying "its done.." all dramatically caught me off guard amd made me laugh I was also happy that you painted the back silver, I was thinking, "if she's not going to do it then I will!!"

[@Randomona]

Haha I'm happy it made you laugh 😄 yes without the silver it would look quite bad 😋

[@anaabendroth3460]

You did an amazing job on this... Now it's time for Galadriel's headpiece!

[@Randomona]

Thank you 😃 Ohh that's actually something I always wanted to make!

[@luxaspew8052]

I stumbled over this video a while ago when I didn’t even knew the lord of the rings and I still thought it was beautiful. I was now wondering about what to get my friend for her birthday and since we now have both read LOTR and are fans now, I’ve found the perfect gift! I’m so glad that you made this video and that I remembered I saw this once. Thank you!!

[@Randomona]

Aw I love that story! Thank you for the nice comment and welcome to the LOTR nerd club! Haha :)

[@kurehanokimonoyume4739]

What I like best about this tutorial, is that ist uses stuff most crafty people already have at home (the only thing I had to get was green paint), you don't have to get 300$ supplies or specialist tools. I did a crafty evening with by bbf, and we're the most glamourous hobbits in the town now.

[@Randomona]

Haha I love that! And I'm really glad you had most of the supplies already 🙂 Stay glamourous ✌️

[@jodipuentes6306]

Thank you for making this video. I have stockpiled aluminum cans & had searched for things I am capable of making out of them. Your video helped a lot!!

[@Randomona]

Oh I'm glad I could help! I love working with aluminum cans :) Enjoy!

[@Fraususemil]

Deine Brosche ist definitiv schöner als die industrielle Version und zudem so gut wie originalgetreu. Gut gemacht!

[@Randomona]

Danke das freut mich ☺️

[@TheBunshe]

I made one when i was a kid, its cool to see a diy project AFTER you finished it. I used steel wire for the outlines, veins and loops, it kept its shape quite well. I filled it with this "vitrage paint' for making pictures to stick on windows etc. I was quite proud, now im surprised that i was a diy enthusiast since so little haha

[@Randomona]

Wow, quite impressive for a kid! 😉

[@nikolinausljebrka4447]

I used an old pencil instead of a pen, it works fine too. Thank you so much for the tutorial, great idea using cans!

[@Randomona]

Smart idea :) No problem, I'm happy to hear that you tried it out ☺️

[@herosbazaarart1072]

As I'm watching two towers I thought about buying one...But I don't have money lol so I'll just make one. Thank you so much

[@Randomona]

Haha that sounds familiar! Happy crafting :)

[@mel-xu3qg]

I am definitely making this. It’s so simple yet so beautiful! Great work

[@Randomona]

Thanks I'm happy that you will try it out! 😊

[@hobbitfairy]

this was so handy! I've been wanting a pin but the bought ones are so expensive and not terribly accurate, but the one I made following your video turned out so well! thanks! :) your instructions were so easy to follow too.

[@Randomona]

That's great to hear! I'm really happy that you had fun making it :) thanks for sharing! 😊

[@eberhardmezurich2026]

Omg thanks ! God bless you. Finally someone spots that the brooch doesnt same with the movie and find the solution.

[@Randomona]

Oh thank you, God bless you too!

[@seiduselbst1380]

Das ist einfach nur der Hammer. Ich verstehe nicht viel englisch, aber der deutsche Untertitel hat es mir sehr erleichtert deine Anleitung zu verstehen. Die Brosche werde ich auf jeden fall nachmachen. Danke.

[@Randomona]

Super, das freut mich! Viel Spaß beim Basteln 🙂

[@JohnSmith-cj9cx]

Good tutorial, thanks for the idea (and I read the text, so thanks for the bow). Just an advice for new craft people, don't use the scissors you use for fabric or paper, eventually the metal is going to ruin them for softer materials. Label the scissors you use for metal to avoid any confusion.

[@Randomona]

Oh, I bow before you again! 😀 Yes, I agree, thanks for mentioning that!

[@inbarmeyerson3995]

thank you for a great video! the instruction are super clear and you make this craft very accessible. I've gotten a ton of compliments on the brooch I made!

[@Randomona]

That makes me very happy :) I'm glad you actually made one! Thanks for the comment :)

[@AndromedaCripps]

This is amazing! Little trinkets like these are always the ridiculous but necessary pay-gates to costumes from epic fandoms. I mean, it really adds that special touch to be wearing the leaves of lorien, or the evenstar, or the one ring. I love this diy and I think I might steal your techniques... I bet a lot of other cool things can be made from embossing cans!!

[@Randomona]

Thanks so much! I agree, the little details are what makes costumes special 😊 Yes, I think soda cans are underrated! I wish you lots of inspiration 🙂

[@MrDowntemp0]

What a great budget way to make the brush and it looks so good and legit. I need to ponder for a bit because I'd like to make one that didn't use a safety pin and functions more like an anular broach

[@Randomona]

Cool, I like that concept :) Good luck!

[@beadinggem]

Love this! A great tutorial. I like how you used just ordinary household items to do it. Will share on my blog (beadinggem) in the near future!

[@Randomona]

The Beading Gem oh, that would be an honour! I checked out your blog, great for inspiration! All the best ~

[@beadinggem]

All the best to you too! Look forward to seeing more on your KZbin channel.

[@contactlight8079]

Massive LOTR fan and this brooch is excellent. Kudos.

[@Randomona]

Nice, I'm very glad you like it!

[@ganmerlad]

I am definitely going to try this! But I don't think it's a good idea to use clear nail polish to seal it. The nail polish will eventually turn yellow and probably start peeling off (taking the acrylic paint with it). There are shiny, satin and matte acrylic varnishes (water-based, for covering paintings) that you can find in any craft or art supply store (or online) that will stay clear and not break down. My other suggestion is to use two-part epoxy glue (found in any hardware store/section, easy to find in small tubes) to glue on the wires. It will stick better in the long run than glue gun glue. There's actually a lot of work that goes into this and you want it to last.

[@Randomona]

Thanks for the advice and happy crafting!

[@TourPace]

Super-neat concept. I could see myself making other pieces of broach jewelry using these techniques. Thanks!

[@Randomona]

I'm glad that it gives you ideas! 🙂 Happy crafting 😉

[@ReiyukaE]

Super cool!

[@Randomona]

Hehe, I have to finish exams too! Good luck 😀

[@ChristiHarrington]

Just found your tutorial and made a couple of these last night. They are so pretty!

[@Randomona]

That's awesome! So happy to hear that you made some ☺️

[@elizabetholiviaclark]

I just stumbled upon your video, but I love the idea and I'm going to make this. Thanks for the great tutorial.

[@Randomona]

Amazing, have fun! 🙂

[@elizabetholiviaclark]

@@Randomona I know I'll have fun with it. Thanks! And I've just read a few of your kind replies to other comments. You're a good person, and you've got a new sub.

[@Randomona]

@@elizabetholiviaclark oh, welcome to the family! ☺️ And you're special too, not many people reply to my replies 😉

[@evgenykungurov8613]

great job, Randomona! Two small suggestion from a miniature painter. Prime the leaf (white, grey or green) before applying acrilic paints. Seal the deal with glossy varnish before matt one. These steps don't cost you a lot of effort but will go a long way to protect your awesome work from scratches.

[@Randomona]

Thanks for the advice Evgeny! 🙂 I will keep this in mind 😉

[@rocksnrolls]

Not idley do the leaves of Lorien fall.

[@_elina_7350]

Oh, this was such a great video!! Thank you! I've wanted a leaf of Lórien, too, since I first saw them in the movies :)

[@Randomona]

I'm really glad you like it! :) Thanks for watching! ☺️

[@avinandanbanerjee2820]

amazing work! it looks so beautiful....keep it up...looking forward to more such videos!

[@Randomona]

Thanks a lot! ☺️

[@andrewstewart2857]

Very nice video! I was going to make this out of foamboard, and when I googled references, your awesome video popped up. Great work, thank you very much!

[@Randomona]

I'm glad you like the idea! Happy crafting :)

[@erzsblasfantaven3334]

I'm definitely gonna use this technique for other designs as well, thank you for the tutorial

[@Randomona]

Awesome, I'm sure you'll make cool things! Happy crafting ❤️

[@Prpr-f1v]

My mom loves lord of the rings, so I’m going to remember this for her birthday in July. Truly amazing! 💕

[@Randomona]

Ohh I think she will love the gift since it's handmade too 🙂

[@SDKsa1]

hmmm if you pour resin on the back that might be even better! Great Idea with the Soda Can!!

[@Randomona]

Yeah I agree! Thank you 🙂

[@maryamsamadi4714]

Wow! The piece looks amazing and factory made polished.

[@Randomona]

Thanks so much 😄

[@kathys3kids]

Very nice! A good technique for many other designs, too!

[@Randomona]

Yes, totally! It's cool that you're thinking out of the box :)

[@TheBookofLab]

also at craft store or even hardware stores there is clear coat spray in a can and it comes in a variety of different materials that will coat and seal much better than nail polish

[@CrispyChins]

Just to confirm, this turns out beautiful. I tried it step by step and it turned out amazing. Awesome tutorial. The only hard part is finding a pen that doesn't work.🙃

[@Randomona]

That makes me so happy 😃 Haha I know right, they are only there when you don't need them 😉 Thanks for the lovely comment! :)

[@Tronderose]

What does it matter if it works or not? It'll be covered with glue and/or paint anyways!

[@Randomona]

@@Tronderose I guess you got a point there 😝

[@worldonfire6154]

Try the Apple Pen. I jumped to it during the "colouring book part" - looked cool. Haven't tried it much for the lines yet.

[@MoonchildOfDarkness]

My dudess, this is freaking gorgeous and innovative as hell, much better than what I saw for sale there. Well done! :D

[@Randomona]

Thanks Malk Avian :D means a lot 😉

[@jinxingxuelang]

OMG yaaas, I'm going to make one for my friend, she'll be soo happy 😍 thank you for the tutorial

[@Randomona]

Ohh that's cute 😃 Enjoy! ❤️

[@Rayyvyn]

Beautiful,I've made a few similar ones myself.but I do a few things different.I always sand the edges,cut metal is extremely sharp ! I also low temp solder or use a metal to metal epoxy glue,rather than hot-glue,which tends to snap off easily. But beyond that,super cute & a project most anyone could do at home :) Thanks for sharing.

[@Randomona]

Very cool! And thanks for the advice! :)

[@Rayyvyn]

@@Randomona NP at all chickie,any lil bit of help I can offer.I've been doing/teaching crafters for over 30 years.I LOVE seeing & sharing "How-To" craft videos that ppl can watch & actually DO,esp ones w/the bonus of using recycled materials,as you did !! Craft supplies are SO expensive & yet I see crafters all the time throwing out so many things that can be used to make gorgeous jewelry or other projects.Theres too many crafters that put out these videos,saying anyone can do them,then halfway through you find out you need all kinds of specialised equipment to make the project. O,btw,another"recycling" tip for you,save the wire from take-out containers,esp Chinese food.It's also 1mm wire,but usually half hard or hard wire,so it's great for jewelry projects like this...but you can also temper (harden) the wire you're already using (There's a pull-through holed plate made especially to do this,that can also make wire smaller gauges,but this works as well)by running it through nylon-jaw pliers a few times...or put wire on a surface and hammer it some with a leather/plastic mallet..and for non craft wire,a bit of heating w/a pencil torch (or held w/long insulated handled pliers & heated over gas stove burner,lol) Keep making fun,beautiful things,sharing & being fabulous !

[@Randomona]

I totally agree with you :) I saw some DIY "tutorials" where they basically said: just buy this and that expensive thing and put it together. What's creative about that? So it's nice to find like-minded people who like recycling as well! That advice for the wire is really interesting, I will remember that, thank you! Stay creative and awesome as well! 🙂

[@goodmorning4498]

2:27 "Then we are going to turn around to leave." That's what I heard.😂😂😂

[@Randomona]

Haha 😝

[@tumbke]

i dont recommend using white glue to seal the paint. White Glue are normally used for wood and paper, and works the best with them, however they easily peel off any smooth material such as plastic and metal. I really love this can embossing idea tho! Can be used for other designs as well. :D

[@Randomona]

You're probably right. Maybe it will stick because the paint makes the metal less smooth, but I've not tried it. Thanks, I hoped this would give people ideas for other projects as well! ^^

[@Jessa8891]

White glue is not the same as wood glue.

[@jwlagarde]

Gollum is the one who disliked this video... Franchement je trouve que ton tuto est hyper bien fait, que ce soit au niveau du matériel qui est très simple ou des explications très bien détaillées ! Hâte d'avoir tous les éléments pour fabriquer la mienne ! 🧝🏻‍♂️💚

[@Randomona]

Hahaha, made my day xD Merci pour le feedback très gentil et détaillé Une Chauve-Souris! :) I am glad you like it and hope you have fun making your own!

[@moss_glow]

So beautiful! I may try to make this in miniature, for earrings or something. You have gained a new follower! Great job, and may the great crafting gods smile down upon you!

[@Randomona]

Nice, I want to do that myself actually ☺️ thanks so much, nice to have you here!

[@jr3nton]

Wow KZbin finally recommended something good !

[@Randomona]

Aw thank you 😉

[@jr3nton]

@@Randomona Thanks to you I now have Lothlórien Beech leaf brooch

[@ToastedFanArt]

Amazing work! The possibilities with this soda can embossing method are endless, thanks so much for sharing. I'll definitely be subscribing for more!

[@Randomona]

I agree, there is much you can do with it 🙂 thanks so much, nice to have you here!

[@Raven.flight]

Great job. Just a suggestion, after you have done the hot glue gun but before you paint it, you could use two part epoxy to really give it strength. But great work.

[@Randomona]

Thanks for the advice!

[@EpicSoftworks]

Amazingly talented! What a result with such common materials! Mind blowing what creativity can do, respect!

[@Randomona]

Thanks so much for the nice words Rob! 😊

[@sandrasolaligue-perez4816]

Beautiful! Do you know you can use nail tools for embossing? The pointed ones. They are very cheap. But your idea is excellent! The result is marvelous! 🍃🍂☘🍂🍃

[@Randomona]

Sandra Solaligue-Pérez Thanks for the tip! I saw them in videos, maybe I'll get some. Thanks a lot!

[@catmpofu]

Oh mate!!! You made my day! 😆😂🤣 Not only did you make a great creation but you are hilarious. My daughter and I cant stop laughing. Well done! We are going to try this. Sooo Precious.

[@Randomona]

Haha! That makes me happy 😁 Have fun! 🙂🍃

[@gay._.disaster4656]

Wow.❤😍I'm absolutly speachless👍

[@Randomona]

Aw thank you! 🙂

[@librabys]

This is the best DIY craft video i seen in a while and i totally subscribed thanks

[@Randomona]

That is a huge compliment thanks!! 🙂 Welcome to the family!

[@yusmag]

Are you going to do Arwen necklace next?

[@Randomona]

Yusri Maggot Thank you for the suggestion! I don't know if I will make one because I already made a necklace following this tutorial: www.craftsy.com/jewelry/patterns/evenstar-pendant/144915 It turned out pretty good so I don't think I can make a better one. But maybe one day I will try another method :)

[@susannahellmuth81]

Randomona I can’t find that link. How did you find that tutorial?

[@taewae]

This is amazing, thank you so much for this creative tutorial!! I'm thinking of making these for my family members for Christmas this year

[@Randomona]

You're very welcome! Oh that sounds amazing :D if you do, have fun! ☺️

[@anamimi18]

Whoa that's even prettier than the bought one. Nice job!

[@Randomona]

Thanks a lot 😄

[@Patience50]

What a clever crafter you are. This is beautiful and much better than I thought it would be, using recycled items. Guess I have to stop being a snob about my tool of my trade. Good job!

[@Randomona]

Thank you Patience Pontious, that means a lot! :)

[@majora748]

Im makeing these for my fellowship, In my Pathfinder campane :3

[@Randomona]

That's awesome! That way noone can get lost 😆

[@majora748]

@@Randomona if they do, the orcs are going to pay

[@Randomona]

@@majora748 haha!

[@ronweasley496]

For me (someone who hasn’t read or watch the lord of the rings) this looks exactly the same. You’re so talented! It’s amazing

[@Randomona]

Thanks so much! Means a lot coming from a wizard 😉

[@roosbon5175]

Sehr schöne Handwerksarbeit 👍! Eines echten Gefährten der Gemeinschaft würdig 😉...!

[@Randomona]

Vielen Dank mein Gefährte! 🙂

[@notfeedynotlazy]

All in all, an excellent work. A few tips: 2:40 tip: it's better to use a wider tool for this task, if you don't have an embosser tool you can always use a smudger - I actually prefer that one. 3:10 tip: you're supposed to NOT to use the soft backing when going over the "right" side of embossed lines to give them more definition, but do it over a hard surface instead - so it actually flattens back all the un-raised areas instead of raising them backwards. Yes, in both things you CAN get it to work your way (as your leaf shows), but it's MUCH easier the right way. :) Source: I was raised with that stuff (mother was embosser), currenly teaching my own children. 6:35 tip: If the wire is too easy to bend, lightly hammer it a bit (roll it so it doesn't flatten) beforehand. That work-hardens it a lot. 9:34 to 10:02 tip: If you use green colored hot glue instead of clear one and cover the full back (you can carve and flatten any excess with a hot knife or spatula), the back instantly looks much more tidy :-D

[@Randomona]

Thanks for the tips, you seem to know a lot 🙂

[@avrilnoble5780]

Supercool, have subscribed, but please file the edges, especially if wearing around your throat!

[@Randomona]

Awesome, welcome to the family! :) Mine was fine without sanding, but I will give it a try next time!

[@canitbechristine]

That was such a great tutorial. The pin is beautiful. I'm definitely subscribing.

[@Randomona]

Thank you so much! Welcome to the family 🙂

[@tammisus]

We want more videos

[@Randomona]

Haha thanks Simone xD

[@liiset]

I am trying this right now as a first draft! Gonna make this as a birthday gift for my LOTR loving partner😁 he will adore it. Thanks for the tutorial!!

[@Randomona]

Ohhh that's awesome 😄 Happy crafting!

[@Cent4man]

I would have sprayed a bit of etching primer on it before painting.

[@carinecampier]

You did an amazing job both on the leaf and on the video. Thank you very much for sharing !

[@Randomona]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@blackswanvante]

for once youtube recommends me a good video! also i would advise to use crazy glue or e6000 glue to hold the wire better! :)

[@Randomona]

Hehe I'm glad you liked it 😁 and thanks for the advice!

[@danieljgore1]

A well-edited video! Fun to watch.

[@Randomona]

I'm glad you liked it John! 🙂

[@vecchioteschio]

Is it Elf made or just self made? JK this is awesome

[@Randomona]

Haha! Maybe a little bit of both 😉 Thanks!

[@Gabyyyyy1332]

This is just so incredible, I love it and even so I already did a lorien leaf (with clay) I think it will be a useful tip for future, thank you very much for sharing this !!

[@Randomona]

Thanks so much Gabrielle! I love that you made a clay version too 😉🍃

[@Maracifer]

Oh nooo... nail polish will chip away and turn yellow with time. Other sealing material would be better - preferably ones made for crafts, as they will last much longer

[@Undomaranel]

True, but nail polish is also a bit more accessible and lies around the house more than resin or epoxy ;)

[@Randomona]

Thanks for the hint - I haven't seen any chipping or yellowing after 1-2 years though, so I think as Undomaranel said, for a lot of people nail polish will be the easier option

[@Squidbush8563]

A UV resistant polish is as good as a poly resin coat spray.

[@Nirrrina]

This is ingenious. I love it and could completely see trying to do it. They way you explained how exactly to do it was awesome. Very easy to understand and follow along. Sure wish my math teacher had your skills at explaining things. Considering how much diet Coke I drink I could probably outfit an army. I might try making other things too. Good work!

[@Randomona]

Thanks so much, I am very happy that people appreciate the explanations, I sometimes wonder if they are boring! Haha perfect, then you have enough material to work with 😉 Yeah I think there is so much you can do, enjoy!

[@maries.reveries]

WOOOW!!! This is genius ! I'm definitely going to try this !

[@Randomona]

Thanks a lot! Yay have fun 😊

[@poseiso]

this is how DIY channel should be, creative helpful and entertaining. not like the others, yeah that one you know it..

[@Randomona]

Haha thank you, that's really nice of you and it made me laugh 😉

[@carollollol]

Well this might just be the only accurate, goodlooking and doable diy craft vid on youtube. 0_0

[@Randomona]

That means a lot to me, thank you! (*o*)

[@victoriageorgieva5067]

OK, but can we just talk about the backside too? I got SUPER worried when I saw the blobs of hot glue on the back of that really beautifully crafted brooch and was thinking anxiously the whole time how much better it would be to have clay or something similar on the back (to support the thin can, keep the wires in place, and for aesthetic purposes). And then you painted it silver and it suddenly looked soldiered by hand, and was really fitting to the overall look??? I mean what the hell? What magic is that? You are truly blessed by the Elven crafters Randomona, this is both amazingly beautiful, and made with common items (not Tiffany diamond and blood of unicorn, like most beautiful DIYs out there). This is the first video of yours I'm seeing, and you should know - I subscribed at the speed of light

[@Randomona]

Haha that made my day 😄 Thanks so much Victoria, it means a lot to me! I really want everyone to be able to craft without special tools and materials. I am very happy to have you among my subscribers 😃💕

[@victoriageorgieva5067]

@@Randomona Glad I was able to make you happy, I meant every word! And I already watched all of your videos, so I'll be happy if you upload some more soon 😄 I'll be following closely!

[@Randomona]

@@victoriageorgieva5067 you're awesome! I will 💕

[@chrispile3878]

Well done! Much better looking than store bought.

[@Randomona]

Thanks a lot Chris!

[@memecandia1252]

It really looks much better than the from on the market! Great job!

[@Randomona]

Thank you so much 😄

[@catherinewhiffen9019]

Fabulous, something my boys can do for Father’s Day that he will love xx

[@Randomona]

That's a nice idea, handmade gifts are always great :)

[@joyyip9015]

This was so easy to make! I loved the end result of mine! Thank you for the tutorial!!

[@Randomona]

Yay, glad to hear you made it! ☺️

[@absinthesesotericadventure7631]

What a great way to recycle, that came out so lovely!

[@Randomona]

Thanks a lot! 😄

[@Geospasmic]

This is interesting, I bet there's a lot of cool applications for this technique!

[@Randomona]

Thank you! Yes I think there's a lot that can be done with it 🙂