How to Make an Outset Island Diorama // The Wind Waker // Zelda Crafts

I wanted to make an island. So I made Outset Island from The Wind Waker! There isn't a Legend of Zelda game that doesn't make me happy, and The Wind Waker was no exception.
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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Islands of Foam
02:17 - Adding some "colour"
04:46 - Life's a Beach
06:05 - Flock, Stock, and 2 Smoking Beaches
06:45 - An Aquarium Fit for a King (of Red Lions)
06:55 - How Not to Use Resin
07:48 - A Game of Houses
09:36 - Painters Tape Palm Trees
11:26 - How Not To Use Resin, The Sequel
12:00 - A Bridge Over Mod Podge Water
14:45 - How to Fake a Forest
16:05 - Getting it all in Place
17:00 - Glamour Shots
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[@NorthoftheBorder]

What's that? You say you want *more* Zelda!? Well have I got news for you! Check out my other Zelda inspired builds: Link's Awakening - kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2WppaKnh91rg5o BotW - kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6rWnn14oqqBp6c Temple of Time - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWaqd5Wcftl7fq8 Link vs Lynel - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWbMZpd8pLSraZI

[@spicybeantofu]

Awe thanks. I love Zelda, this was so cute!

[@inthesparklingsky]

I’ll keep on following you anyway, but I’d like to see some Final Fantasy too... if you feel like making it, of course. :D

[@Yoshi-jb1fu]

You should make Zeldas Castle.

[@VvDrip]

So you fye

[@ESquadProductions]

What do you do with all these models after you're done? They all look awesome! Can definitely tell an insane amount of detail was put into each one.

[@joshuab4586]

The “Minecraft being Rule 34 of Building Stuff” is surprisingly accurate, if you need a giant thing in a readable scale, Minecraft probably has it built

[@adamblackwelder9202]

This could be retitled, "how to become my favorite youtube channel in one step"

[@captin3149]

Yup, instant subscribe.

[@MasterJay1985]

Same here! 💪

[@co0ki3M0NstAr]

Agreed!!!

[@ebsk8249]

@@captin3149 same

[@Frogsayy]

Yep!

[@Jadecool312]

That palm frond idea was singlehandedly one of the smartest and most creative solutions to a tiny problem I have ever seen

[@superwinxbelievix]

Exactly what I needed on this horrible horrible day. A little escape to forget it all for a while. Thanks a lot!!

[@graciesugarbee]

I feel that Hope things start looking up for you soon!

[@sharonolsen6579]

Sending good vibes into the universe in your direction. Hoping your day gets better..

[@StrawberryBongo]

I know this was a month ago, but don't ever lose hope :) I've learned to figure out your problems, then fix them!

[@katiecurbow7086]

I get it. My mom just died and I needed an escape for a bit.

[@superwinxbelievix]

@@katiecurbow7086 My sincerest condolences to your family. I hope you and your family are doing well.

[@aquaintsound]

I deeply appreciate how you talk about your mistakes. When I see your finished pieces i always think they look so cool, and even when you point out problems the whole thing still looks good, so I'm trying to apply that thinking to my own work

[@MeganSmithers]

I kept waiting for a least one big ol pig to appear when you were adding all of the little details

[@NorthoftheBorder]

I know, I thought about adding all the people but.. then I didn't...?

[@MeganSmithers]

@@NorthoftheBorder I couldn't care less about humans tbh, I just want the oink

[@graciesugarbee]

Add the oink, add the oink, add the oink 🐷

[@piplup10203854]

Honestly I kept waiting for that myself 👀 where is the big piggy

[@Julia.Taunton-Clark99]

@@NorthoftheBorder Damn! You’re talented! Amazingly good, I love it. Wind Waker is my next one to play, after Skyward Sword and hopefully Twilight Princess, along with Wind Waker move to switch lol 😂

[@christine4223]

My inner child instantly woke up and wanted to play with this. Wander the little paths, go in the little houses, climb the little trees. Marvelous! Thank you 😊

[@MLG_Kitten]

I swear to God, I am only 100% invested in these videos because you literally know how to throw humor into a very detailed commentary.

[@judyh3707]

Love this! Needs a tiny little Beedle ship floating in the water. THAAAANK YOU!

[@ScientificallyStupid]

This is incredible! WW is definitely the most charming Zelda game- the music, the characters, the humor, the colorful art style. Other Zelda games may be "better" in terms of mechanic or story, but WW is the one that really puts a smile on your face...

[@jackthememer1186]

Wind Waker is my favorite game of all time. It’s great!

[@princeapoopoo5787]

Honestly, I agree! And I'd even say that it has my favourite storyline, controversially enough.

[@iamapersonthatexists4355]

yeah it's really fun and then link stabs ganondorf in the head

[@thatoneduckle4583]

@@jackthememer1186 hey, it's even your pfp!

[@jackthememer1186]

@@thatoneduckle4583 Yep! It’s Toon Links Smash Ultimate render.

[@christophlohnherr]

I really can‘t give this enough praise. You‘re an inspiring and very talented artist! I love the original game and seeing it come to life with so much love and artistry put into the details (these beautiful tiny houses!) feels magical. Additionally, you seem to have also put a lot of effort into producing this video, which is a fun and fascinating watch. Thanks a lot and greetings from Germany!

[@NorthoftheBorder]

Thank you so much 😀

[@CaliburC]

Take drink every time he says "thinned out modge podge" :)

[@NorthoftheBorder]

Black out drunk by the 5 minute mark.

[@TheHolm]

Or "nooks and crannies" if you watch multiple videos. 😁

[@NorthoftheBorder]

@@TheHolm "dealies" is apparently a common one too. My brother pointed out that the most "Adam thing he's seen" is the finger tapping.

[@stuchly1]

Add "hindsight being what it is" on that list as well. 😅

[@vampiricly]

just make sure you don't sip the thinned out mod podge

[@TheFuriousNightFury]

I miss seeing gorgeous little diaramas like this. This one was my favorite by far. I had hoped a Windfall would follow. Or a dragon roost island

[@tataritrades6992]

Holy smokes I remember watching this guy when he only had 10k subs and I thought his sculpting skills were insane. 40k subs and terrain making, good for you dude!

[@NorthoftheBorder]

Thanks for watching!

[@frankczajkowski9082]

this coment has aged! 284k subs...

[@jeromealday614]

omg its 600k now

[@dandelionveins]

The lad's currently got 1.05 million subs!

[@Iamapinkelephant]

I always wait for the video before I go back to the patron to see the little sneak previews and read about the challenges you faced. That way I get my surprise and insider secrets too!

[@NorthoftheBorder]

It's like getting a "behind the reel" documentary each week!

[@MechanicalFiend]

This turned out so nice, always love seeing Wind Waker crafts! Tbh for some reason the colors in this game really get me, they're very nice to look at haha. Your wire tape palm trees were wonderful, what a great idea!

[@NorthoftheBorder]

I know it caught a lot of flak when it was released because of its art style, but maaan, it aged so well. It still looks great and the art style holds up so well!

[@princeapoopoo5787]

Windwaker genuinely looks better than every other Zelda game (that wasn't a Switch release)

[@christine4223]

Yes, I found myself wanting to make some palm trees just for fun.

[@paradox1315]

i frickin love this guy already, just the title alone makes him my favourite

[@foxskull5602]

Such an amazing build, brings back lots of nostalgia. As for an upcoming project, the city of Gondor

[@NorthoftheBorder]

Minas Tirith is defo on the list already. Or Edoras/Dragonsreach

[@mr.jamtastick6055]

Wind waker hd was the first zelda game I played (but for some reason never Finished) so it holds a special place in my heart. This is just feeding that little love for the game.

[@zk1914]

This just goes to show that sometimes artists don't know what they're doing, but thats ok.. this came out amazing! Wind water was my first zelda and its always been my favorite.

[@dandelionveins]

Those palm trees are blowing my mind! Crafty as heck

[@RadiantRazan]

So my favorite DIY terrain youtuber is a zelda fan ? Could not be happier ngl

[@bergjoel93]

I have a full-time career and go to school part time. I can't wait until I'm retired and I have time to immerse myself in cool projects like this. Until then, I will live vicariously through this channel. Thank you!

[@gradeApuddin]

Wind waker doesn't get enough love. This looks fantastic!

[@alexschofield8085]

Those palm trees are so simple yet so effective, I absolutely love them!

[@sarahnkitchenwatkins]

This makes my aching Zelda deprived heart so happy!! Thank you!! 😍

[@NorthoftheBorder]

I can't imagine *not* feeling Zelda deprived, so I do what I can to fill that gap.

[@CalleighSpencer]

😍😍😍 pleeease do the private oasis from wind waker next 🙏🏻 perhaps under a glass dome?

[@Lageno]

Your method for making palm trees was a stroke of creative genius!

[@MiniatureHobbyist]

Great teeny tiny build, I wouldn't mind being on that beach right now =)

[@NorthoftheBorder]

If you can't find it, build it, right?

[@brandimullins8813]

At 9 years old, Wind Waker was my first Zelda game ever, so this one hits close to home for me. Absolutely incredible!!

[@andrewmadden215]

Just wanted to say thanks for the calming content. Had a rough couple weeks and these videos are really therapeutic. Also your narrative is awesome!

[@NorthoftheBorder]

Just doing my part, glad to hear it helps!

[@pepsitoes4931]

found this guy today but now its a relaxing comfort to watch this man have self loathing moments while making tiny builds i could never accomplish

[@amyholroyd343]

The little details are absolutely delightful, great tip for the palm trees! And the water effects are ~ chef's kiss ~

[@urbiznesnunuv6938]

Watching this reminded me of the childhood I had with this game that seems like such a long time ago.. thank you

[@pedrofeliperocha8514]

Amazing work! Loved the palm trees 🌴

[@NorthoftheBorder]

Thanks! I was well pleased with how they turne dout.

[@Emberheart_]

Darn your inspiring video, now I'll have to play The Wind Waker from start to end again!

[@juliebradley]

Beautiful! 💖 Iconic building: Resident Evil mansion

[@hh-mv3jw]

makes me wanna replay the game, amazing work

[@ThatWildcard]

Most craft/miniature channels are way too professional, serious and not that entertaining. You embody the core teachings of the hobby. Calm, relaxed, just having fun.

[@janesawyermakes]

Love that palm tree trick! It has me thinking tropics - I'd love to see you build Angkor Wat! (Or maybe just part of it... 😉)

[@KaldorDF]

It looks SOO good, zelda windwaker is one of my favourite games. Its GORGEOUS

[@faroshscale]

The way you made the palm trees was GENIUS.

[@henbent8963]

i think this is the… sixth time i’ve come back to this video? this isn’t even the video i’ve watched the most on this channel. the rewatchability of these videos is just amazing. plus they’re great before going to sleep, thinking about different crafting techniques and materials i should use in the future is very soothing

[@KittyCat260]

I literally use Adam as a source of calming videos before bed... I've rewatched all of his videos countless times at this point 😂

[@sarahlongshore2605]

I love your tiny nerdy things!!!! They are awesome. And always fun to watch.

[@NnyNZ]

Its 1230 am on a Saturday nightand yes !! I'm here for this... living my best life

[@NorthoftheBorder]

And helping me live mine!

[@lilyHussey]

I love everything you do. . Old and new, I just really love your style and humor and talent.

[@graciesugarbee]

Been a hectic week with health for both me and my mom. Your videos always come at the perfect time to help anxiety and stress 💕💕

[@bennohennig498]

dry brushing is my jam too!

[@DuskBornSpirit]

I think seeing koriki forest from ocarina of time, or stone tower from majoras mask remade in miniature would be pretty nifty! I love your content, please keep doing what you love doing your work is amazing!

[@mizuki2264]

I haven’t got round to wind waker yet but watching this definitely makes me want to play it!

[@jackthememer1186]

Wind Waker is my favorite game of all time! Glad you made this!

[@itsArcanAramA]

I love how you show your errors in your video. If you showed this to anyone and hadn't mentioned the issues you had with the resin for example, I doubt anyone would have been able to tell. By leaving that in the video and pointing it out, you're showing that it doesn't matter if something goes wrong and you make a mistake. The end result still looks amazing, nothing is ruined beyond repair just because you messed up a little. Thanks for sharing this video, it was a joy to watch!

[@NorthoftheBorder]

I think a big hurdle for people that want to try this kinda stuff is overcoming the inevitable errors that arise when you're doing it, so showing how easy it is to correct said issues! (though... the amount of time I spend fixing these errors is minimized through the power of editing)

[@itsArcanAramA]

That's actually kind of an issie for me, personally. It's very inspiring to see creators I admire powering through their mistakes, editing or no ^_^

[@vinheim]

Remember how everyone hated Wind Waker when it came out on GameCube ages ago because it looked "horrible"? Now it's one of the most beloved games in the series. Love this! :)

[@immersiveedits]

One thing to say: wow!🤩

[@zatanyilz4236]

Even with a GameShark I would not cross that bridge. Not a critique. You are amazing. So many just cut to a 3d printer doing all the tiny details and you are still hands on. Congrats and may the channel only grow.

[@saantikoss91]

This guy is 100% honest love that

[@BAD_BEEF]

Awesome Awesome Awesome. Great idea with the palm trees

[@mausolus8466]

I'll be honest, I never played Zelda game and know next to nothing (aside from universally known things) about its universe, but damn I love your work. The shape of the island could be easily used for any other similar project and your guidance should remove most of the obstacles. Thank you

[@Fruitloop398]

Damn it, the four warning houses joke got me. I don’t know why but I laughed out loud

[@sonicfan0926]

Love all the little sound effects!

[@ariannapaz40]

Wind Waker is my fave game in the world and this video made my soul so happy 😭💗

[@mjaninew]

LOVE all of the Zelda stuff! But I also want to see the Boar Hat Tavern from Seven Deadly Sins.

[@RamielDerLinke]

This looks amazing. Wind Waker is my favorite Zelda of all time and this brought back many memories. I would pay anything to buy this :D

[@73Stargazer]

this guy has been making me want to binge all my zelda games....

[@AndyMecha]

Awesome wee build man, just what I needed a nice day at the beach. 👌👍

[@mysteriousfun4759]

Super cute, and beautiful results !!

[@minndean]

Have never played Wind Waker but this is *adorable* and reminds me of my favourite BotW/TotK region: Faron!

[@skotmatthews8940]

12:31 he loves including owen Wilson's "wow" in like every video😂

[@cometobedeyes]

Loving your builds and you, thanks for keeping a smile on my face the whole time 😁💖

[@Saphirakii]

i've been on a weird binge lately and i have two takeaways the first is that i love all you miniature sculptor people for making these tiny versions of beloved locations from my childhood the second is that i've been on like 4 different channels and all of y'all seem to have the same 'im dead inside why are we here whatever lookat my nice thing i secretly wish was better' personality you guys okay??

[@NorthoftheBorder]

And we're the ones that talk in our videos, there are a lot more that don't--just imagine what they're thinking while they do this stuff

[@gimbo4025]

the sound effects bring everything together

[@jackasw3921]

Love the sound effects

[@batterysandwich5348]

so beautiful my nostalgia meter is quenched

[@operaghost21]

This is SO precious. Well done!

[@calypso_al]

I first seen this video out of nowhere, and now I ended up starting the binge-watch! I like the guy’s voice and how casual he is, honestly I’m excited for whatever else is planned! Keep up the amazing work!

[@starwind1985]

Love it. Are you planning on more Zelda builds this year to celebrate the series' 35th anniversary?

[@NorthoftheBorder]

Count on it! Though, probably less because it's the 35th and more because Zelda is my jam.

[@ClickeyWickey]

@@NorthoftheBorder just like dry brushing

[@shellyj.60]

Due to the time change my 4 year old is still awake so I let her watch this with me. Here are a few of my favorite quotes from her. While you were painting the ground "Oh! Look at that beautiful color!" "Wow this is so realistic!" "Is he gonna put people on it? He could use Lego people"

[@rogeliovargasherrera2097]

Perfect, i literally just cry. Beautiful

[@MrGloutube]

This is great, and it turned out so well! I've never been much of an arts and crafts guy, but this is seriously inspiring.

[@EviiLLNiiNaa]

Watching this makes me so happy. The music and Outset Island itself really brings back precious memories. Oh, those days where I'd play Zelda the Last Windwaker all day and I never felt hungry! I was waiting to see if you were going to make a big fat pig too, haha. Awesome work as always! Secretly wishing & hoping for other islands from Zelda the Last Windwaker!

[@Cleansweep38]

You are not only a brilliant artist, but an awesome entertainer to boot! Love this video!

[@Garvant_]

8:26 "You may have it. I give it freely." Is unironically some sick house words

[@pancake_king1106]

Awesome build!

[@ramonmff5158]

This is absolutely my new favorite thing!

[@xxPenjoxx]

What a great build, the wooden bridge was my favourite. A building you say? Kara Kara Bazaar says I....

[@HaloAddictedChild]

Probably my favourite of your crafts, you have no clue how much I’d pay for this

[@tylerpeck9754]

blown away! thats amazing

[@francesco6238]

This is absolutely adorable !

[@Ryuhoshi7]

So pretty!! I always loved WW and your Diorama definitely rocks it!! Thanks a ton for sharing the process!!

[@LiamsManual]

I loved this piece so much, I haven't played windwaker yet, and this has inspired me to want to make my own little worlds, but im broke and lazy. So I will sit back and watch someone who knows what they are doing do this.

[@IroStudioGaming]

Dude you randomly showed up in my recommended and I’m pretty damn happy. I love wind waker so this was a joy to watch! I’d love to see more islands or even link at sea made!

[@bear_hardy2118]

Adam what about making Lukes home on Taooine as a cut away, think that would be a very cool model

[@R3mors9297]

Everything you make is just amazing

[@Sandgoose-ob2jl]

I love your attitude towards mistakes and winging-it 🤘💚

[@dankrishnadasan9295]

Love your art and your humour aha! The resin sea was an amazing idea!

[@nobodyinparticular9640]

I effing love dioramas, and this is beautiful ❤️

[@wolf0s617]

This really does put a smile in my face

[@elainabrooks8753]

This looks amazing!! I've loved WW since I was a kid and I recently got back into it!! Thank you for sharing this beautiful idea!! I love your process ad the final result looks so great!

[@submarinesailor5140]

This is BEAUTIFUL