I made a 20ft SANDWORM from Beetlejuice!

[@Irishxlily]

When it comes to air dry clay, wetting the surface you're attaching it to helps. Or mix a bit with some pva glue, acting like slip. Also to prevent cracking, you have to let it dry out slowly. Covering the areas with a slightly damp paper towel. It can take a week depending on how thick the clay is.

[@makermeditations]

Hey! That's good to know but kind of a bummer. My gf was suggesting letting it dry slower as well but I was in a rush. I'll be more patient next time 😅 Thanks for watching, I always appreciate your thoughtful comments!

[@Irishxlily]

@@makermeditations yea air dry clay is kind of a bitch like that. Trade off for how relatively cheap it is and not needing heat to harden. Good to know to plan for future projects.

[@miaarundel4015]

Air dry clay cracking is all about the speed at which it dries! The faster it dries the more cracks!! I would recommend leaving the drying pieces in a cool humid place. Or continually dampening them with wet towels. This slows down the drying process significantly, which prevents cracks! Hope this helps!!!

[@makermeditations]

Thanks for the tip, I'll try this next time!

[@pobbrett3244]

When using expanding foam it’s recommended that you mist spray it with water as it helps it expand and also cures it faster and harder particularly between layers, very cool result tho bud 🤪👍

[@makermeditations]

Ahh, where were you like 3 weeks ago? Great advice and much appreciated feedback!

[@balsalmalberto8086]

@@makermeditationscheck out stiltbeaststudios the guy is master with spray foam props

[@TurtleBea]

Omg thank you for that tip! I feel like I’ve heard this before (perhaps for another material?) but I HAVE to try to remember this tip! Lol

[@kerseykrewzoo]

​@@TurtleBea It works with the original brown colored Gorilla Glue, too. Major expansion of material after dampening the surface you're planning to use the glue on, applying glue and gently misting any areas not expanding to your liking. Many people who diy reptile enclosures use this method. You can find videos about it here on KZbin.

[@thingsgetbetter841]

i love the way you got the gums to fit perfectly! i will definitely be using that in my projects

[@makermeditations]

Nice! For what it's worth I found that the sculpey is still flexible after it cools, it's just much stiffer. If you need to make fine adjustments it works for that. Good luck!

[@furthings]

This is absolutely STUNNING!!!! 100/10 super beautiful, lovely, wish I had one of my own. Seeing craft projects like this helps get me motivated to make my own stuff

[@makermeditations]

Lets go! I'd love to see the things that you make

[@cactusthestupid7222]

Expanding foam usually keeps expanding slowly for a few days after it sets, but it should stop after that. So it shouldn't continue growing after you put it away. I haven't worked with it for sculptures, but letting it sit for a week or two before carving should help to avoid that problem in the future (and that will also give it time to off-gas so you might get less of a headache from working with it). Anyway, good work! That's a very impressive Halloween decoration!

[@makermeditations]

Thanks! Great advice, I think I was rushing several aspects of this project like the air-dry clay. The foam also seems to respond to the heat and humidity. A cool foggy morning made the foam expand way more than a hot dry day. I appreciate the tips!

[@waynesmiley2207]

Now that's one sweet lookin sandworm!!

[@FIZZGIG-RARF]

This is absolutely amazing!!!❤❤❤😮

[@piratessalyx7871]

Watching Beetlejuice right now…lol…it came out awesome!

[@GothicPoet]

You should try using plaster instead of air dry clay. It doesn't crack like that and you can use sandpaper to smooth it out if it does. Just add glue to the water to make the plaster stronger. I would have used paper, glue with added plaster to make the sculpture and I would have added concrete bases for the parts that go on the ground like pots. I would have also made each segment individually and glued them together. I have asthma so I can't work around the foam. I also have a master's degree in advanced science and engineering. I learned how to engineer things in college. I also cosplayed in my youth and teenage years. I enjoyed it. I have scars on my hands and arms from building things. It's unpreventable to hurt yourself when working with tools. Even drawing for long term can cause nerve damage in your arms. I have nerve damage in my arm from drawing so I know from experience. I also have a natural ability to sculpt and draw. I have savant syndrome. Also, mistakes are how we learn. All the scars scrapes and bruises make you stronger, if you use them in a productive way.

[@makermeditations]

That's great advice and I agree, thanks for sharing!

[@mattdeml7560]

Lovely work! As I'm sure others have suggested, consider swapping out the air dry clay, for apoxie sculpt, and give the teeth and eyes a coat of 5 minute epoxy for that awesome wet look. By the way, the paint on the eyes looked fantastic!

[@makermeditations]

Great feedback, I'll look into it. Much appreciated!

[@kunimitsuowo]

The one reason I can think of when it comes to your cracking problem is that the foam kept expanding and causing your upper layers of materials could not form to the new size/shape. I could be wrong, but it may be a thought to consider.

[@spacechimp5141]

I made a 8ft sand two Halloween ago out of chicken wire, cardboard and cement clay and the whole thing cost me about 20 bucks. it was water resistant too. left till the end of Jan. feel like you took a harder route but turned out amazing. thnx for the video.

[@makermeditations]

That's awesome, I'm sure it was a hit! Thank you!

[@mrsboom24]

Hello, fab build, I make lots of props for my shops & love expanding foam, wee tip, on your first layer carve a potato peeler is great it takes an even layer & will navigate curves and bumps, cuts carve the total time down loads on big jobs like this….love it ❤

[@makermeditations]

That makes so much sense, I'll try that. Thank you!

[@ashcartoa6143]

That is so cool. One of these days, after I've finished my other 6 million projects, I might just try something like this.

[@makermeditations]

Thanks! I definitely know what you mean, the backlog never seems to get smaller either. Good luck!

[@MrHalloween3131]

6 million projects sounds like me also 😂😂

[@MarinusMakesStuff]

Hey, nice work man. And interesting to see your process. Thanks for sharing :)

[@makermeditations]

Much appreciated, thanks for watching!

[@BenjamintheTortoise]

This is remarkable!! What a fun video to watch and see this come together! Cheers ✨😊

[@makermeditations]

Thanks! Good to see you again and I'm glad you liked it!

[@bluelightalarm]

Really enjoy your videos and your makes! They always look so cool! Greetings from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@makermeditations]

Thanks, that means a lot! As someone from the US the Welch language scares me, idk how you deal with so many letters in every word 😅

[@octopixel7070]

Damn that's pretty good

[@makermeditations]

Thanks!

[@rachelsouthgate]

Amazing. I love it! I’m inspired to make myself a sandworm.

[@makermeditations]

Love to hear it, good luck on your future projects!

[@dawidsmiechu136]

Dzieki 😊

[@Pxzvamp33]

You did an amazing job! Yes it was a struggle, but you persevered! You should be so proud of the work you did. Happy Halloween!!🎃

[@makermeditations]

Thanks for the feedback! Happy Halloween! 🎃🕷

[@SuperVoodude]

Very cool! I liked the little jig for painting the teeth stripes.

[@makermeditations]

Thanks! It stared life as an Easter egg decorator and got repurposed.

[@catfeatherss]

It (they?) is (are?) BEAUTIFUL. You captured the essence of the original stop motion character with absolute perfection and I couldn't be more impressed with your ingenuity and tenacity to see this project through. I shudder to think what the total cost was to produce this glorious monster, but I hope to take a crack at making my own some day. Really fantastic work, and an excellent video to boot! Thank you for sharing your marvelous creation with us. I loved every moment and am subscribed so I will be able to follow your future endeavors. Bravo! ❤

[@makermeditations]

Wow, thank you so much! The feedback is very appreciated and I wish you the best of luck on trying this or whatever projects come your way. See you around!

[@RoseIsJustVibing]

Absolutely love it! Wish I had time to do this sorta thing but school is a pain

[@MrHalloween3131]

I am completely speechless at just how cool this is. WOW I love love love it.

[@makermeditations]

Thanks, I'm glad you like it!

[@pendulumstar]

only 186 views?! this is awesome!

[@makermeditations]

Thanks! Yea idk how the internet works.

[@divalea]

22:00 “If I’m honest I’m a little bit nervous-“ I expected that to be followed with “-that I have brain damage from spraying Great Stuff inside” not concern about the worm’s lips. THE RESULTS, THO! I do love the results! Wear safety glasses, use a respirator while you carve/paint, and banish your kitty when using things that give you a headache.

[@makermeditations]

😅 Great advice all around, thank you!

[@jeffravage3829]

It came out fine. Next time paint the body with Drylock paint. You'll be glad you did. Makes it waterproof and will fill small cracks. It can be pigmented, too. Keep it up.

[@makermeditations]

That's great advice and I wanted to. I looked high and low at 3 different hardware stores for drylok and none of them had masonry sealer like that so I had to improvise with the latex paint. Good thought though!

[@mRuu653]

So cool!

[@makermeditations]

Thanks!

[@rowencumiskey]

Looks great! Neighbours of mine built the same thing using tires but this looks way better

[@makermeditations]

Oh that's a cool idea too. Much appreciated!

[@Cosplayvicar]

Excellent joy. Really well done.

[@makermeditations]

Thank you!

[@ChewieArtist]

Use Bondo to coat foam next time. You can even sculpt it as it cures. It will not crack and is very strong. It's what they do in special effects

[@makermeditations]

I was afraid it would cost too much but maybe buying it in bulk is feasible. Thanks for the tip!

[@ChewieArtist]

@@makermeditations It would be pricey. It does melt the foam a bit so you have to be careful.

[@BloksterYT]

ah yes very qualified inspector. very little inspector might i add

[@makermeditations]

So tiny! They eat worms and slugs stay pretty much that size, so cute

[@BloksterYT]

@@makermeditations I've never seen such a tiny snake. very cute

[@cerisekappes580]

Cool as hell!!!!! ❤😊❤

[@makermeditations]

Thank you! ♥

[@ellatheenchanted735]

5:03 Umbra inspection!

[@makermeditations]

Hey, good to see you again! Nothing escapes her surveillance

[@kunimitsuowo]

My friend.. wear a respirator mask. Breathing in the foam particles is no good for your lungs. But you are doing great! Love the worm :] You are a really good problem solver! I would also recommend the Wicked Makers channel. They do a lot of great work and have helpful tips on how to do Halloween props! Again, awesome job on the worm!

[@makermeditations]

I appreciate the advice and the feedback, I'll look into it! Happy Halloween!

[@simoansays4820]

Bare feet, legs, and arms around chicken wire. lol 3 minutes in.. I predict blood.

[@makermeditations]

I could never show it but you're right. Sharp wire springing around is no joke

[@simoansays4820]

@@makermeditations Your sand worm cam out awesome!

[@nicolespoone8047]

This was absolutely fantastic and I will be doing this next year for Halloween!!

[@makermeditations]

Thanks, that's awesome!

[@keriturner6135]

With the expanding Great Stuff. Wear gloves and while it's still wet, spray it with water and use your hands to rub it smooth

[@makermeditations]

Woah, cool idea! I'll have to try that out, thanks!

[@ARandomPumpkin1234]

This was very cool I love beetlejuice and I wish I could do something like this but I can't because I do not have the space or time sadly

[@makermeditations]

Yeah, this took both sadly. Maybe you can make something that sits on a shelf? Thanks and good luck!

[@ARandomPumpkin1234]

Yeah I could make a little clay model of one thank you for the idea!

[@chloekuttner5674]

OMG I LOVE IT IS SO GOOD KEEP IT UP XD

[@Mido6i]

Hell Yeah, finally a good KZbin recommendation, this is so cool dude!

[@makermeditations]

Thanks, glad you liked it!

[@joetriche2891]

I hope you made something with the scraps of foam.

[@makermeditations]

Not yet but I still have them if inspiration strikes

[@bobbymccarthy9974]

Your awsome

[@makermeditations]

Thanks! 😅

[@AllGoodOutside]

I thought for sure they sold ductwork about that same diameter? Know how much that stuff costs ? Was it just cost prohibitive for the project?

[@cathleencrawley4610]

I love this project…next time you use great stuff…. Spray it on… wait about 10 minutes spray it with water and shape it with your hands, smooth it, keep spraying with water every so often while it dries…. This will eliminate the need to carve and cut and waste so much…… loved this though.. a lot.

[@makermeditations]

I just read another comment saying this and I can't believe I had no idea you could do that. I'll definitely be doing it next time. Thank you for the feedback!!

[@gabrielkingofthemonsters4745]

this looks very cool :] . but u only have 8 views rn. same happens to me :[

[@makermeditations]

We'll get there. Patience and persistence go a long way

[@balsalmalberto8086]

Air dry clay in general almost always shrinks and isn't the best choice for these types of projects especially in thin layers. Paper mache would have been a better choice in this case. Also I've dabbled with spray props and pumpkins and yeah they've expanded even after one season. So shrinking brittle clay and expanding foam is going to be a nightmare to deal with. In this case I think EVA foam (they sell sheets in black and white so even easier) and EVA clay along with polymor clay for the fine details may have been the best choice for an outdoor durable prop and saved you a lot of time and trouble with dealing the spray foam and the air dry clay. That said, I commend your efforts at the scale your going with looks absolutely freaking fantastic.

[@makermeditations]

Those are some great tips! I thought eva would be too expensive but in hind sight it wouldn't have made a massive difference. I'll probably use it in the future

[@Apieceoftoast-yj1kv]

2:26 is it really that hot I’ve been through 70*c or 158*F and I don’t feel anything

[@cameronpogue8551]

W

[@AllGoodOutside]

Brother what is going on with your thermometer is 131F?🌡 did I miss a joke or something? I live in Lake Havasu City AZ the second hottest pl in the United States after Death Valley. Which had the highest recorded temperature in American history there in 1915 , reached 134 Fahrenheit or 56 Celsius for the rest of the world and Lake Havasu hit the record at 128F In 1994 though we usually hover around 124F In the summer. So I don't know where the hell you're at? A grassy Knoll on Mars?