Finishing the Abandoned Coffee Shop Miniatures Scene:: Part 3

[@AGinaJeanThing]

I love this. Being in janitorial, I miss a mop bucket and perhaps a spray bottle..

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you for the ideas! perfect!

[@GenNairick1]

Just a tip when cutting fur.. slide the tips scissors along the backing when cutting and just cut the the backing .. not the actual fur.. eliminates that cut edge.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Great tip! Thank you I will use that next time :)

[@joannaharrison9997]

that grass is genius!!! And the dandelion adds such a perfect pop of colour

[@ashenwalls3558]

Oh Ara, you gotta know by now that there’s no such thing as “too detail oriented”! This project turned out great, I can’t wait to get the whole story!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

That is very true! I just saw your intricate stair railings this week... aaaaamazing detail!💖💖

[@ashenwalls3558]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@DollFairyCrafter]

I REALLY like how that grass turned out! I didn't know Dallas had miniature show cases. Use to live there.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

thank you! Yes I think its been going on for several years but not sure how long exactly. They have classes, showcases, and mini artisans selling their items. It's really fun!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Already from a few comments I see I forgot a couple things!! 1. The rat will return next week in the story (I put him in a safe place so I didn't lose him in all the chaos) 2. The punch is a "Fiskars" brand punch and the item code on the bottom is "2131". I got it at a garage sale so I have no idea how old it is but hopefully that info helps you look it up if you are wanting to find one. Thanks for all the kind comments! I will make sure to read and comment on them as I can!

[@WaWa-og8tg]

Hi! I'm first to like BTW.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Wa wa!

[@amandahill7540]

Wow, the grass makes it so much more realistic, I love it!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! 😊

[@audrey5941]

I am a single shoe, and I love the idea of what that represents (for me) and I also LOVE shoes so this is a fun thought!

[@karenyoung9866]

Great Job! I enjoyed this series very much. A quick tip I learned when working at a fabric store on fake fur. Cut the webbing with short sharp scissors on the underside only and the integrity of the fur will not be destroyed or cut shorter than the rest of the piece.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Karen! I will do that next time because I def plan to use it again! That faux fur was a beast to work with lol!

[@BrokenMonocle]

@@BentleyHouseMinis The only thing worse is glitter tulle! I used to work at Joann's, and those are the worst two for getting everywhere.

[@sarahlongshore2605]

That grass was the crowning touch!!! Its wonderful! !!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Sarah!!💖

[@camillekortis2117]

Wow the tree is fantastic, the leaves are so real!

[@lindah5910]

This is amazing, Ara! Thank you! You just solved the BIG question of what can I use for the autumnal yard around my haunted dollhouse project. Such a wonderful faux fur technique. LOVE the way you did the grass and broke up the flooring of the abandoned coffee shop and the leaves technique and . . . and . . . AMAZING! You're the best, Ara! Have a great weekend.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Linda! I am so glad the tutorial can help you out! I plan to use it for the Addams front yard as well. Its super easy and very effective!

[@lorettachambers1061]

Oh, I mention cobwebs because I figured the roof was still on because there was no debris and no sun bleaching, that's why I figured cobwebs would still be around in spots... But I still love it and the story... All your work is great... Thanks for sharing your talent... Loretta from Pasadana Texas...

[@navyboymommygramma]

This is SO amazing!!! Watching your videos really makes me want to set aside my painting and go back to making minis. It is so much fun. I've never made a scene as big as this, mine have all been much smaller, but now I want to do a big project like this. Oh... I love your leaf punch, mine is a cheap single leaf punch that does the job..... just slowly haha. I use magazine pages of foliage or trees, grass or whatever and I use a small ball tool on fun foam, I never thought of using paper towel. Your shoe signature is a great idea, mine is a ladybug, but my grandaughter and I call them Nanabugs haha and they get glued to the bottom of everything. They are made from punched paper circles colored like a ladybug. Can't wait to see you work on your next project. 🤗

[@thecreativebohemian4927]

His technique is fantastic! This is going in my bag of tricks to pull out later. ❤

[@patriciasmith7074]

Oh my gosh I love your attention to detail, the leaves are just amazing. You are so clever, this diorama is so wonderful. I love your stuff so much!

[@ariannebejarano467]

Congrats! It's finished already! I guess you are enjoying the rush of joy that comes when you finish a project, it is so wonderful!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

It is wonderful! But I already thinking of the next lol. The creative mind never seems to rest 😆😉

[@daniellesolari6995]

I'm so sad this is over purely because I've loved every minute of it. The final product is phenomenal!

[@jeanpauldugour6161]

Very very good job ! 👍👍👍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Danielle and Jean Paul! I appreciate it so much!

[@ghoulgoil5029]

The faux fur is genius for grass! Looks amazing! I love all the details.

[@meagancotton3208]

love love LOVE this project! As someone who has worked in a coffee shop for the past 8 years I really want to make one!

[@thepixiefiles7711]

Do u realize the insane amount of talent u have?!

[@vetw2334]

Sweetheart, you blow me away with you creative mind. I saw your story video before I saw this video and thought it was REAL grass blowing around the coffee shop while you read your story. I was trying to figure out how you did that. You are amazing and make me a very proud mama!!!!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thanks Mom! I appreciate that so much! That's so cool that you thought the grass was real!!💖💖

[@d2parrotperson]

Oh the detail in that shop. I also love the shoe idea. Great touches. This is a piece of awesome ruination and dilapidated art! Make sure to share all the comments from the mini show! Wish I could be there.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!!💖 Yes I will be sure to share my show experience with you all... and probably a small haul as well. I can't help myself lol!

[@iknownothing-49]

I love this. Thinking of my own post apocalyptic scene.

[@Thicketworks]

Ara! You wonderful, generous Soul...thank you for the lovely shout-out. Now, there is SO much to say about this marvelous project...firstly, you have captured an atmosphere and a mood that I find utterly charming. The layers of story- the richness of the history are enchanting. Eagerly awaiting the story that you have written. It has been a joy to witness all of the stages that it has taken to reach the level of poignancy and loving detail. Thank you for being completely awesome! So excited that The Abandoned Coffee Shop will be exhibited! I only wish I could be there to cheer you on in person, girl. 😍😘💖

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Heather! It is my privilege to share your channel as it brings me joy and creativity each week! And I learn at least eight new things each video you put out. I appreciate all the kind words and I will be sure to share my experience at the show with you all. Also I am now hoping my story will live up to the hype I have created lol!

[@lspexperience6532]

Wow Ara it’s looking amazing and the atmosphere really changed when you put the glass over it! Suddenly made it look like a moment caught in time, I think it’s the stillness? 😍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

It does look super still! I took it out in a field to take some photos and it was cool to see the wind blow the grass around... its like it came alive!

[@danic7498]

Amazing as always! The single shoe idea was really cool. Certainly there are coffees way more weird than stone coffee, like that one that is digested by a cat before being grinded. The printables also were a great idea, they add a lot of detail and don't seem to hard to make.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh my goodness I have heard of the cat poop coffee and I have heard its really good too. I am just not sure I could get past the way its made lol. And who was the first one to try that??🤔 Thank you so much Dani!!

[@georgecunningham9175]

Sad to see the end, glad to see end product, mad to see the next project,..............................and incredibly grateful that you brought us along on your journey! My breath is bated, awaiting the story of this ruin - a dream fulfilled and having lived its life, it's now devolving into the materials for the next dreamer to catch the inspiration. Utterly charming, the bitter with the sweet.................................

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Your comments are always so lovely to read George💖 Thank you so much and I hope I can deliver on the hype!

[@heathertaylor-willockx3632]

Wow. It really has come out beautifully Ara. The whole thing just looks right together. I was surprised at how well the fur turned into grass. I wouldn't have thought to use it, but it really looks right in the final product. And I love the leaves scattered around. Putting new leaves on the tree really helped bring the whole thing to life and give it all a little different feel. And I love the game under the chair. Can't wait to hear the story!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Heather! I got that idea from murderinminiature when she made an amazing graveyard scene! I will def be using it again on the Addams house! I am hooked ;)

[@cheriwhitley8385]

This has always been my fav project..the finishing details has just made it super fantastic!!..the leaves and the grass was the icing on the cafe hehe!!!cant say how much I have enjoyed watching and learning so much from u !!..just amazing Ara!!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Cheri! You have been cheering me on this whole project and I appreciate the support! I am so glad this project has been well loved and I hope the next one will be too ;)

[@PossumLady8262]

I've so enjoyed this video series....so much that I'm actually disappointed that it's finished!! Can't wait til we get to embark on another of your amazing ideas...to see it through is an awesome trip!!😊💖👍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am a little disappointed myself but it is a great feeling to finish something every now and then. A good reminder that finishing something is possible lol!! I can't wait to introduce the next project!

[@bonnieharris4538]

That's absolutely brilliant. You're absolutely incredible x

[@SilvaraHale]

I love all the Details and inperfection because the Items are aged or broken. The Leaves and the grass high this place up to a higher lvl of perfection of a place that is conquering by nature back. My Imagination runs around in my head. That gives me a lot of Ideas for Storys. Very very beautiful. I love it 😍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Silvara! The leaves were a definite pain but I feel like you that it was worth it! I may someday add more leaves too ;) And if my project is causing you to use your imagination then I have definitely done my job!!

[@aerial_silks_hoop]

I know you said minis are never reallly ever done so I have a suggestion. I think it would be really charming to out a framed dollat bill somewhere. Small businesses often frame their first dollar bill. It could be hanging slanted from one nail with some mold behind the glass. Love how this turned out and all the great techniques and tips. Thank you!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Great idea!

[@aerial_silks_hoop]

I just came up with another great idea! I'll check my comments for spelling errors before posting ;)

[@teresaweatherford6262]

This project was adorable, I have loved every viewing minute, So much detail and authenticity. Your imagination knows no bounds. Can't wait for the next project.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Teresa! I am so glad that you enjoyed it! I have too!💖

[@chrissy24-7]

The tree is beautiful

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Chrissy!

[@screamingmimi90]

What a wonderful journey! I enjoyed every minute of it. I am enjoying your personality just as much. I feel like I’m getting to know you, and you seem like an old friend now. You’re inspiring me to organize my own craft room so I can make some of my own cool stuff. I like trees, but you are inspiring me to branch out. 😉 You’ve made some pretty awesome puns, so I thought you deserved that one. Thank you so much for sharing all this work and exploring with us! It’s a privilege!❤️❤️

[@ImperialKneazle]

Bitter sweet indeed. It's been one hell of a project - but so much more than that - and certainly a master class on how to make probably the best miniature room boxes I've seen in years. Thank you so much for taking us along with you on your journey - can't wait to hear the story behind the coffee shop - and mega luck with the exhibition - I'm sure everyone is just going to rave over your work. x

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much for this comment💖💖 I have enjoyed it as much as you guys have! I truly feel like its "the channel's" project! SO many of the ideas were from the comments!!

[@julierobinson6906]

Absolutely loved this series .....your work is stunning and your patience must be infinite x 😊 thanks

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Julie!

[@camillekortis2117]

You are so good at this

[@Svetlana-1708]

Супер! Браво! Восхитительно!!! Excellent.!!!!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!!💖

[@sarahrathbone561]

This is fabulous. It has been so much fun to follow your process and while there is a tinge of sadness because it’s done I can’t wait to see what else you create.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Sarah! I will be a bit sad too but I am excited to start something new at the same time. I am just hoping it will be as well loved as the coffee shop has been!💖

[@patriciablue2739]

Excellent.

[@dianabizet4264]

When I think what other details could you possibly add,you prove me wrong. Your project is wonderful👍❤️

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Diana. Lol this project has def pushed my detail abilities! Part of it is all the amazing suggestions from you guys!

[@ROCCOTHEGREAT]

awesome video! may i suggest a parking sign or some sort of signage on the brick side of the diorama,

[@marjanwolfs6273]

You make so many things to make this so real. It is realy very beautiful I love it.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Marjan!💖

[@nicolednatale]

Congrats on the finish. This turned out so awesome. The "fur" grass is genius!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Nicole but I can't take the credit. I saw it on @murderinminiature's instagram page and I knew I had to try it out!

[@lindseybrueggen2633]

New subscriber here! I was in awe of the wood cutter tool you used so I went to the hardware store and bought one. I never knew that type of tool existed. Thanks for making my life so much easier! And I love the coffee shop. I always make new looking minis but now I want to try distressed!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Welcome to the channel Lindsey! I am so glad you found the would cutter as it can be so helpful ;) You'll love making distressed minis! When you make a mistake it adds to the "character" 😄

[@VitaPlastica]

It has been so wonderful to follow your coffee shop updates. Just when I though you were done, you add more layers of realism. Truly inspiring.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you for those kind words💖 I appreciate it so much!

[@cindyfinn4845]

Looks awesome and Im a fan of Heather Tracy as well

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Cindy! Isn't she amazing?!

[@cindyfinn4845]

@@BentleyHouseMinis You're welcome hun and YES she is very amazing

[@makewithblake]

I love the way it turned out! The new grass was a great touch!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Blake. I think it add a little something etra too ;)

[@ingridmiguel1]

woooww me encanta tu arte, es maravilloso, este proyecto me tiene embelezada.... gracias por compartir tanta cosa linda !

[@Alycekat]

Can't wait to hear the story!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I think I've finally got it all figured out ;)

[@camillekortis2117]

I love this case, it will stay so clean, great idea!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

It has definitely saved me from a lot of dust!

[@zenamorgan1754]

Oxoxoxox. I had loved this project so much ❤️❤️ could you do a haunted hotel? I think that would be fun. Like one of those old Hollywood type of hotels that I have a Lotta history

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh that is a really fun idea!! I will have to keep that one in mind ;)

[@GWest5068]

Great presentation of your coffe shop...love the case...I wish you all the luck in winning your competition...I don't see how you can lose with all this hard work you have done...love it...tfs

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Gloria! Thankfully it is not a competition... just a great venue to share my work with other miniaturists💖

[@debbiejohnston8492]

On my way to Dallas next week and looking forward to seeing this in person. Amazing project and loved watching it from the beginning. Well, almost beginning. I came on board during the wallpaper video and was immediately hooked. Thanks for sharing.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yay Debbie! I hope I get the chance to meet you. If you see me make sure to say hi! I will be packing up the coffee shop to display, along with the Kraken Project and the Gargoyle project to show in Dallas! :)

[@lorettachambers1061]

It's old and abandoned, I know it's a little late, but what about a few small cobwebs... Just a thought... I love it all, you really do a great job... I learned a lot of my crafting from you... I always add something extra to my dioramas no matter how old they are, if I still have room that is... Take care, keep up the great work and stay safe out there... @-//-----

[@kathleenlee2591]

Job well done! I love abandon!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Kathleen! Me too!

[@Annejuli]

It feels like the end of an era. I'm going to miss watching this scene develop. I know we have next weeks story time video to look forward to (and I am looking forward to it) but it's a little sad that it's over, sniff. All of that aside I'm amazed by how well it's turned out. Not that I doubt your talent, it's just that you manage to out do yourself on a regular basis. All of the tiny little details you've added blow my mind. Can't wait to see what you'll come up with next :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Annejuli! I know you have been part of my channel since the beginning of this project and I appreciate every bit of support. I have definitely pushed myself on this project because you guys love it so much! I just hope that the next project will be just as loved as the coffee shop!

[@pennymerideth3650]

Oh Ara! Just when I think your coffee shop can't get any better you come up with something even more incredible! This is such a fabulous project!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Penny!! I appreciate that💖💖

[@KatheD]

this is fantastic!

[@broookeeesterlynesss5715]

It looks amazing! I love it so much!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Brooke!

[@cindymitchell5114]

This is fabulous!! I've enjoyed the process so much...longing for the story!!! Love the "signature" idea also.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Cindy! I am so excited to start collecting shoes lol ;)

[@griseldis]

👏 really great, I enjoyed the process and the finished scenery very much, thanks for sharing!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!💖

[@gailpearson9447]

Wow ! Love it

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!!💖

[@jenny-lynn8034]

I love It! It turned out to be perfect. Love the leaves, very fitting for this project 👍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Jenny-Lynn! They were tedious but I like them too 😉

[@jenny-lynn8034]

@@BentleyHouseMinis you can't rush art ;)

[@robbiecrafter]

This so great. I love your alterations. I've torn apart things that I have made to improve or alter them and I know how gut-wrenching it can be! Best of luck in the responses that you get at the show! I personally know how nerve wracking it is to put your blood, seat, and tears out there for the world to see.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Rob!!.... and yes its hard to make that decision to cut something up and then its such a relief to see that it paid off in the end lol. I will make sure to let you all know how the show goes!😉

[@edwinacoffman6429]

I have loved every minute of your coffee shop! I can't wait till next week to hear the story you came up with for it.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Edwina! I appreciate all the ideas and support along the way💖

[@michellebrady3621]

Assume job❣1st winner in my book🥇

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww thanks Michelle!😊

[@marthatownsend7702]

Looks AWESOME !!! Love it !!! :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Martha!

[@latricaaline]

That is so awesome! I love it. I'm going to use some of your ideas on a castle :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Awesome! I am so glad this was helpful for you!

[@donnawalker3910]

Wow! New to your channel and the world of miniatures...I'm hooked! I wish I had known about the show in Dallas because I live in Arlington and I definitely would have gone. I think you are amazingly talented and look forward to catching up on all of your past videos and future projects.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Welcome to the channel Donna! And welcome to your new obsession lol... its very addictive! I live in Arlington as well ;) Small world! If your interested in knowing anything about local miniature groups feel free to email me at my business email (in the 'about me" section of my page and I can tell you all about it👍

[@misscatalina711]

Oh my gosh! This turned out so amazing! You really should r proud of yourself. I am truly amazed. You hVe inspired me and given me so many ideas and great information. I love your videos. You are a charming and talented lady. Thank you for sharing you art and your talent,

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much for all your kind words💖 I appreciate all the support and I am so glad to hear some inspiration came from my project!

[@sloanemeyer1606]

Squeal!!! Absolutely love it! Best wishes on the showing! I love the 'signature shoe' idea. (Anticipating what it will be for the Addams Family Mansion. 🤔) Excited to hear the story next week. ❤❤❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Sloane!! I have already looked for a shoe for the Addamses and haven't found quite the perfect one yet.... ;)

[@LaraArt1]

Ara, you have done an AMAZING job! I have eagerly waited for and watched the progress of the coffee shop and I am so impressed by your attention to detail. I cant wait for your next project!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Lara! I appreciate it!!💖

[@jillianmcclennan576]

Wow, it's so great! - I love the grassy finish - thanks so much for the leaf ideas and links, I'm currently slowly figuring out some garden plants :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Jillian!! If you are doing a garden def check out Heathers channel! She just finished up a secret garden project ;)

[@hazelbeswick5163]

Awww that look amazeballs!!! I am going to miss the coffee shop! :(

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Haha thank you Hazel! I will miss it too but I am ready to start something new at the same time! I hope it will be loved just as much!

[@aleeandaze5839]

Omg 😍😍😍 she came out so good .. Dude im so excited for uu

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Aleean!! Thanks for all the support💖

[@prupoo2]

Wow this so amazing and so incredibly detailed!❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!

[@rachaelkasper5445]

That's awesome! I'm looking forward to the story. You give me so many good ideas!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Rachel! I am excited to share it!

[@topomanist]

Wao, This is pretty awesome! This will help me a lot with a diorama. I just wonder how difficult will be in 1/35 scale 😅

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Best of luck and I am glad it can be helpful!!

[@elenaknighton7094]

EXCELLENT job!!! I really enjoy your channel!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Elena💖💖

[@blondepolly8903]

I love it. Will miss these tutorials but can’t wait to see what’s next 😊😊. Could you please tell me where I could get one of thos leaf cutters. All the ones I’ve seen are too big. I am in the UK so maybe I just need the brand and find a retailer myself. Thank you xx

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!! The tutorials for old ruined things will never be done lol because that's my style... so no worries! I put the info for the punch in the pinned comment at the top. So sorry I forgot to mention it in the video. I hope it helps you find it!💖

[@robertine.atelier]

WaooOOOOOOOwwwwWWWW !!

[@emmaleehudgins6140]

I cant wait to hear the story. I want to visit and walk around it in real life!!! I cant believe the grass is fake fur, too funny!!! You have done an unbelievable job and I know the showcase is going to love it. Will you have your story out for people to read if they would like?

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thanks sis!💖💖 That's a great idea to print out the story... I def will if I have time. Or I can share a link to the video maybe ;)

[@emmaleehudgins6140]

@@BentleyHouseMinis that's a good idea too! "Too hear the story of the coffee shop go here:_______" then they have to go to your channel!

[@Squeakie-Green]

Good luck for Dallas! It is INCREDIBLE! Can't wait to hear the story! 🖤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!

[@Wolfkins1972]

Great idea with the vellum for the leaves👍where did you get you leaf cutter?

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you I got that idea from Heather ;) I put the info for the leaf cutter in the pinned comment at the top. I got it at a garage sale so I am not sure how old or new it is.

[@Wolfkins1972]

Bentley House Minis Thank you 👍

[@bonnieharris4538]

@Bentleyhouseminis where did you get/ how did you make, your cash register?? 😮

[@aliciamurray3435]

It has come out looking amazing. There is so much detail that it would take several visits looking at it to see everything you have done. If it weren't for us following along we could easily miss something. Which is a good thing because it all works together. I was wondering about the rat I didn't see it go into the final. Did you decide against using it?

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Alicia! You will definitely see the rat again in next weeks video. I put him in a safe place during all the chaos so I didn't lose him. ;)

[@brikhouse22]

Don't breathe is still spelled wrong on the back, not sure if that was on purpose but I thought I remember you talking about fixing it. But it looks awesome, good job.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much! I did fix it but I added the "E" in a different color to make it look like another vandal came back to fix his spelling. It may be difficult to see in this video but I will make sure to show it well in next weeks video ;)

[@brikhouse22]

@@BentleyHouseMinis i like that idea of a diff color to make it look like a correction from someone else.

[@edwinacoffman6429]

Did you use a real stick or artificial for the sprigs?

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

It is from an artificial plant bought at a craft store ;)

[@edwinacoffman6429]

Instead of the occupancy number you can do the food inspection thing

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh that's true! Good thought ;)

[@Wolfkins1972]

Just fyi why didn't you just dye it with Rit color dye, would have been easier,then go in with brown mix for variation and shadows ? Still turned out good 👍😄

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

That would probably work really well but I didn't have any so I used what I had available. Also I know I can clean up acrylic paint really easily. Thank you so much!

[@cathycasuccio3227]

I just tried the links for Heather and Tanya’s channels and they are both not available. I was hoping to check out their work. ☹️

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you and Welcome!

[@loverofreno]

Tip for cutting fur like this DON"T use scissors. flip it over and use a exact'o knife. it helps with the sheading and keeps the hairs from being uneven at the edges

[@susanconnell9397]

Do you have a doctors and dental place

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

No I dont but I have always thought a dental place would be fun!

[@rosemaryreed1226]

Moldy coffee beans

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Great idea!

[@tarialorehand]

I know this is an old video, but you could've added 'first dollar' in a frame. most family owned places do that.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh good one! If I ever go back to it I will have to remember that :)

[@MetaMarcy21]

Advice on working with faux fur-- cut it from the back side with a utility knife