Making over super cheap minis from the Goodwill Bins

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Queen City Minis

Queen City Minis

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I visited my local Goodwill Buy the Pound outlet, rooted around the bottom of the bins, and bought some really cheap minis. They're cheaply made and cost virtually nothing since you pay by the pound. I used a variety of techniques to transform these pieces into beautiful dollhouse decor.
Find a local Goodwill Buy the Pound. Do the world some good and buy some fantastic items before they make their way to the landfill. I've found items from Pottery Barn, Anthropologie, and Crate & Barrel. There are tons of items from Target and HomeGoods. Plus, I found 35 grams of sterling silver that cost me less than a penny! You really must visit.
My fave things:
Miter Shears- this pair is highly rated and has replaceable blades
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2 oz bottle of Diamond Glaze
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8 oz bottle of Diamond Glaze
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Double-sided flooring tape
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Mini Clamps
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Heat gun- I use mine to quickly dry paint, soften the glue to dismantle furniture and quickly cure polymer clay without an oven. Gets a lot hotter than a hair dryer.
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Craft heat gun that doesn't get as hot as mine
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Nail Studs- I like these because there are a variety of sizes in silver and brass
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For under $10, you get a variety of jump rings, lobster clasps and pliers
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Paper fasteners & 1/8" hole punch
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11 piece clay tool set for $10
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I have lots of projects planned ranging from abandoned miniatures, furniture makeovers, dioramas, accessories, kits and Dollhouse Miniatures in multiple scales. I'm also working on a large Harry Potter build in 1" scale. I'm making the Gryffindor Common Room from scratch.
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Thank you,
Shyra
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@Allison263
@Allison263 6 ай бұрын
You bring so much humor and reality to making miniatures! Most channels/videos don't show the mistakes which are a normal part of this hobby, but you show all the bumps and flaws in the process and I think that's wonderful. It's inspiring for someone new like me, who makes tons of mistakes. I aspire to be as good at miniatures as you are!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I appreciate that! Also I'm flattered you think I show all of my mistakes. Most of them don't make the cut 😆 Making mistakes is definitely part of the process.
@tubegoob1
@tubegoob1 6 ай бұрын
"... sharp pair of scissors." 😂😂😂 You crack me up!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Those damn scissors 😆
@debspeck1033
@debspeck1033 6 ай бұрын
I absolutely love your tips and tricks but honestly those pale in comparison to your humor! I can’t watch your videos in public places because I find myself laughing out loud and garnering side-eye looks from everyone within hearing distance 😂😂😂 Because of you and Bentley Minis, I’m now into miniatures and love the hours I spend creating so THANK YOU! Keep the humor and the videos coming 🎉🎉
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
That's so great to hear! I'm always so happy when people discover miniatures. Making minis brings me so much happiness and is so relaxing. I'm happy you found your way to the hobby too.
@audreyfishell1147
@audreyfishell1147 6 ай бұрын
Yes! I love everything about you! And you do have a bit of a monotone voice, so that humor that you throw in there is just the best.
@allgirlreview433
@allgirlreview433 6 ай бұрын
I love how you say funny things in an absolute deadpan, "They come in really fun colors, so I chose black." LOL Perfect.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Hahaha thank you
@TammyWorley-p8x
@TammyWorley-p8x 6 ай бұрын
It's always entertaining to watch your videos I love your sense of humor! And it goes w/o saying your tips, tricks and talent are awesome! I love the fact that you shop Goodwill to find miniature items to refurbish. I shop there, too but never for minis. Until now! Thank you for such helpful, detailed info on how you do what you do😊 My fave piece was the little pitcher of flowers❤
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I looked at the picture of flowers for so long while I was both making it and then during the editing process. I couldn't tell if it was cute or not so I'm glad you guys like it. Sometimes I see too much of a mini and start having doubts.
@chunkybird1241
@chunkybird1241 2 ай бұрын
Omg the satisfaction of you paying
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 2 ай бұрын
I love it! Same
@Mrs_Homemaker
@Mrs_Homemaker 6 ай бұрын
Your dry sense of humor is my favorite part of your channel. The amazing budget mini ideas is just a plus
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! I appreciate that 😃
@deenafrayo
@deenafrayo 6 ай бұрын
I absolutely love your videos, your tips and tricks are amazing. But let’s face it, it’s your sense of humor that makes them an absolute joy to watch. I often laugh out loud while watching but this one caught me off guard, to say I “exploded “ with laughter over the scissors would not be an exaggeration. Love your work but love your humor even more.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Love that! I was wondering how many people would catch that comment.
@janamariecrafts
@janamariecrafts 6 ай бұрын
Love all the tips, but the tennis racket with the “I chose black” had me cracking up!! Just how I would think…oooo so many colors black sounds good.😂
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
We're too safe 😆
@janamariecrafts
@janamariecrafts 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis yup! But we keep on creating anyways. 🤣🤣
@pattycake8272
@pattycake8272 6 ай бұрын
Love it all but the potted plants are my favorites
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! My favorite technique is the faux copper. My favorite project from this group is the topiary.
@SimplystellaTV
@SimplystellaTV 6 ай бұрын
They're all amazing, but the topiary and the tiny flower vase were my absolute favourites! 👏👏👏👏 (Now I'm itching to attempt making mini plants again, darn it 😅 😂)
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
You can do it! You can do everything!
@SimplystellaTV
@SimplystellaTV 6 ай бұрын
​@@queencityminis 😂😂❤
@papabear2515
@papabear2515 6 ай бұрын
Fabulous as always! Love the pitcher/urn with flowers! Thanks! Kathleen
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@marygatdula2744
@marygatdula2744 6 ай бұрын
I love all of them but especially the little game pieces and the little bowl of flowers.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
The flowers are a surprise hit for me! I'm glad you all like them
@DidiWaDidi
@DidiWaDidi 6 ай бұрын
They are all excellent as usual! I'm in awe of all the clever tricks you come up with. I love the little flower arrangement. I am not sure if they look like any actual flowers, but you need to believe it! 😆 With miniatures you can either make things look 100% realistic or create a convincing illusion of the real thing. You do both! 👌
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@DawnDavidson
@DawnDavidson 6 ай бұрын
The little stitching marks on the tennis racket really took it over the top! I agree that the silvery grey ended up looking more like the reflections off of “clear” strings than the white. You might consider the-doing the surface silvery and the logo in black or blue. But it’s great as is! Your humor about your mistakes is always fun. I don’t think you can call yourself and artist or crafter if your fingers aren’t occasionally painted. I noticed in the doctor’s office yesterday that one of my fingers is blue at the edges from my watercolor pencils the other day! 😂
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I definitely think silver with a blue logo would look great. I would probably also repaint the silver handle back to black because I liked it better before. I guess I was just itching to use rub 'n buff again 😆
@randomviking8676
@randomviking8676 6 ай бұрын
What fun!! I wish my Goodwill had bins like that. But then, I'd probably bring home about 5 pounds worth and then be overwhelmed, lol. All of the pieces came out great and the stitching on the tennis racket was perfection. 👍 Always Happy to find a new video from QCM! 😀
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
It really is hard to hold back when you pay by the pound and items you're buying are extremely lightweight. I have gotten a lot of craft supplies at the Goodwill bins.
@miniatureaddictionclub
@miniatureaddictionclub 6 ай бұрын
Fantastic transformations as usual! I love the little cannon game peice!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@inhale3384
@inhale3384 6 ай бұрын
Perfect timing, Shyra! On my way back from Joann’s, I stopped at an Estate Sale. I bought a PINK miniature plastic bucket filled with attached bluish fish. I am going to try out your tips and methods to transform this piece into something more appropriate looking. Thanks! Also, I think your tip of keeping flocking in an old spice jar is absolutely brilliant! Now, I use up some spice! 😆 I appreciate all of your tips. 😊
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
That's great! I'm sure it'll look great after it's makeover.
@inhale3384
@inhale3384 6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@tracybowling1156
@tracybowling1156 6 ай бұрын
The earrings are def NOT cheating! I bet a bunch of minis would make awesome earrings!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I've been looking at mini items for a long time thinking they would be adorable as earrings. I'm glad I finally made them
@elizabethraworth64
@elizabethraworth64 6 ай бұрын
Delightful ! Super thrifty mini making is my favourite. Thank you so much for all of work. P.S. My little grandaughter named her doll after you.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
That is awesome! That's the cutest thing ever. Awwww
@jamiegallier2106
@jamiegallier2106 6 ай бұрын
They all turned out great! I love the topiary and flower vase, so charming! And the treatment for the tiny statue was gorgeous.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@rgrgeorge
@rgrgeorge 6 ай бұрын
I just love your videos. I smile and laugh each time. I appreciate your longer videos. Thanks for sharing these.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Glad you like them! Thank you 😊
@maggieauterman3406
@maggieauterman3406 6 ай бұрын
Your videos are not only informative but fun.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😁
@moze_R
@moze_R 6 ай бұрын
I loved the pitcher you made into a vase of flowers. The silver and black wash looked like pewter in the end. Really nice arrangement.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Mission accomplished! I was hoping it would look like pewter.
@jessversus
@jessversus 6 ай бұрын
“When I lit my glove on fire…..” 😂 Honestly, whomst among us hasn’t lit our hand on fire once or twice while crafting? Always stoked to see a new upload of yours pop up! Watching your videos has inspired me to start creating a 1/12th scale model of my tattoo shop, and it’s been such a nice distraction from the horrors of reality…. About to start 4 feet of wooden floor with coffee stir sticks, wish me luck. Thank you for the inspiration and all the helpful tips and tricks! 🖤
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
4 feet?! Oh my! That sounds like such a cool project. I hope you plan to display it in the tattoo shop. I'm so glad you're making your own Minis!
@jessversus
@jessversus 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis It is *definitely* going to live in the shop when it’s finished -- my coworkers have been so excited watching the progress of every tiny shelf, chair, book, and teeny potted plant, haha. it’s going to be so long, but only 16” wide, luckily! We have a very skinny building (thankfully it’s not as wide as it is long, or I might never finish the floor 🤣)
@paperdoll1982
@paperdoll1982 6 ай бұрын
The cannon from the Risk game is my favourite. I want it for my mini bookshelf.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Yay! Some love for the cannon
@churchlady31
@churchlady31 6 ай бұрын
Your work is amazing, and I love that you share your mishaps. You are so talented and fun to watch
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@kathymoreaux9467
@kathymoreaux9467 6 ай бұрын
Enjoyed the video! Great job on all the transformations! I liked them all!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@AnAntLol
@AnAntLol 3 ай бұрын
The silver handel looks so pretty❤️
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@nessiemonstercrafts
@nessiemonstercrafts 6 ай бұрын
So creative! I think my favourite one was the jug with the flower arrangement. It's so delicate and lovely looking
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😊 I'm so happy people appreciate it! I couldn't tell if the jug of flowers was any good.
@thedollcupboard
@thedollcupboard 6 ай бұрын
The bins! A girl after my own heart! Great techniques I can't wait to try. I'm fascinated by any technique that makes something not metal look metal. I love that you put a bandaid over your glove. 🔥😍✨
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊 Yes, the frugal/hates wasting things part of me figured the glove is fine even though it has a burn hole in it. I'm probably one of the only people still left in the US who repairs my shoes LOL
@thedollcupboard
@thedollcupboard 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis You're not! Count me in! I have a 15+ yr pair doc martens they don't make anymore. Many repairs. DM even sent buckles- for free! lol. You GO GIRL🤑😂
@MishSpar
@MishSpar 6 ай бұрын
Absolute sorcery. The little game pieces are my favorite because I love the metal look you created, although that topiary is spectacular.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I'm so happy with the "copper"!
@fancifuldevices
@fancifuldevices 6 ай бұрын
I adore your videos!!!!! I could wat you make tiny things all day. Idk why no other maker scratches that itch like you!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm really happy with the point my channel has evolved to. I was focusing more on kits in the beginning. Then I quickly realized I like making things from scratch out of everyday items or trash.
@agneschrismer9946
@agneschrismer9946 6 ай бұрын
How adorable. Those little game pieces etc came out looking so good. They will look so cute on a shelf. Hope your room smells better, burning rubber is nasty. Have a great week.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I bought an entire handful of the miniature game pieces since they were sitting at the bottom of the bins and no longer in the game. I knew people wouldn't really want them. I could fill a hundred bookshelves with the game pieces I have.
@agneschrismer9946
@agneschrismer9946 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis would love to see them displayed. I'll have to start digging deeper at my goodwill. I never see these things, but now I'll look harder. Thanks
@susanamann1806
@susanamann1806 6 ай бұрын
Love the little pitcher with flowers
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I'm so surprised at how popular that particular project is! I couldn't tell if it looked good because I looked at it too long while I was making it and editing.
@bluerosa1550
@bluerosa1550 6 ай бұрын
Great job! Really love the silver vase filled with flowers. Have a wonderful day.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! You too!
@maris516
@maris516 4 ай бұрын
Frankenstein handle, 😂 my favorite is the silver vase with flowers.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 3 ай бұрын
Good choice! Thank you
@nancyskinner5207
@nancyskinner5207 6 ай бұрын
The white dashes on the tennis racket make it real!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I agree. It's such a good detail.
@CajunCraft24
@CajunCraft24 6 ай бұрын
I am loving the moss mixture
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you 😊
@mistyrious1111starseed
@mistyrious1111starseed 6 ай бұрын
I LOVE the Goodwill bins! I've found some good miniatures there! Thank you for the ideas!❤❤
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@SabaBushnaq
@SabaBushnaq 5 ай бұрын
I like how you purposely sound like a flight attendant giving instructions while you sneak in some sense of humor. 😂
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 5 ай бұрын
Hahaha I love that
@TR-rz1xt
@TR-rz1xt 6 ай бұрын
Wonderful again - thank you so much!! The stitching round the racquet was genius but the bra wearing eggs definitely gets my vote!! 🤣🤣🤣
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Now I can't unsee it 😆
@MsSpillsbury
@MsSpillsbury 6 ай бұрын
The little flower pot is my fave
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I'm so glad! Thank you 😊
@KimGibsonfiberlover
@KimGibsonfiberlover 4 ай бұрын
My favorite is the aged copper statue....well, really your dry humor is my favorite, but that wasn't a project, so.....anyway, your tutorials are wonderful, I haven't seen even one I didn't love!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 4 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you! I really appreciate that, and thank you again for the Super Thanks!
@nans969
@nans969 6 ай бұрын
Game pieces for a dollhouse is a great idea. I will be on the lookout for some.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I used some Monopoly houses to make gingerbread houses for a fireplace mantle for Christmas decor. Game pieces are a great size.
@nans969
@nans969 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis that's a fantastic idea.
@robertine.atelier
@robertine.atelier 6 ай бұрын
Your actions really give much better looks to the pieces ☺
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@peggyhemenger8983
@peggyhemenger8983 6 ай бұрын
So many good tips, thanks! My favorite was the silver teapot with hydrangea-like flowers.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
That's awesome! I wasn't sure if they were any good. I'm surprised they're such a hit.
@cecoya
@cecoya 6 ай бұрын
I like this one makes me think of how many games I have taken the pieces out of to put in a doll house or a junk shop. Mainly monopoly, clue and don't for the game of operation. I would get the model spray paint to change the colors and go from there. I like your ideas too. You have a great day and making the minis
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😁
@heathertrost8320
@heathertrost8320 4 ай бұрын
I love the topiaries!! It has encouraged me to try to make my own instead of buying them! Thanks 😊
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 4 ай бұрын
Go for it! You can def make them yourself
@dianahogan2652
@dianahogan2652 6 ай бұрын
Plastic shower curtain rings make awesome Faucets for dollhouse sinks and showers
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Oh, very interesting! Thank you
@maddieadams75
@maddieadams75 6 ай бұрын
Great work at transforming these items. ❤❤
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! 🤗
@vickinoeske1154
@vickinoeske1154 6 ай бұрын
As always, fabulous improvements. My favorites are the tennis racket (I had my doubts about that one in the beginning😊) and the flower arrangement.❤❤❤
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I had my doubts, too! Thank you 😊
@chachachazki
@chachachazki 4 ай бұрын
Love the topiary idea, so creative! Will be copying that for my Sylvanians!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 4 ай бұрын
Have fun! My next video will be a Sylvanian Family's table and chair set repaint.
@carolinel-b8740
@carolinel-b8740 6 ай бұрын
the racket and cannon are my favourite
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
That's the first bit of love for the racket! Thank you
@arrow2370
@arrow2370 6 ай бұрын
REALLY nice.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@georgecunningham9175
@georgecunningham9175 6 ай бұрын
I gotta get me to a Goodwill - SOON!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Run! It's a good time
@anniscrawford4210
@anniscrawford4210 6 ай бұрын
I liked everything but I would like to make the topiary. I’ve been watching for a planter but haven’t found one yet. I liked the use of foil.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
You can do it!
@joycefuller9177
@joycefuller9177 6 ай бұрын
You had me Laughing on this video.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Mission accomplished!
@pheona1164
@pheona1164 6 ай бұрын
8:40 just perfect.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I had no idea the flowers would be so popular!
@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws
@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws 6 ай бұрын
Love it Shyra, I am always finding little bits and pieces that can be modified but never got plastic to look right, however I will try mixing wood glue with my paint (wood glue? White glue?) to get it to stick better. My best discovery was that my vape liquid 10ml bottles make perfect buckets in 18th scale. I cover them with either cardstock cut into 'boards' or the same but with EVA foam cut into boards and painted and distressed. I found string and glue makes the best 'rings' to hold medieval buckets together. I try to recycle as much as I possibly can.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I've never tried mixing in wood glue. I've used white glue & mod podge. That's great! I love upcycling
@isabelburguiere8400
@isabelburguiere8400 6 ай бұрын
Ahhh I love this! Part 2?
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
This was a lot of fun. It'll definitely be a series.
@isabelburguiere8400
@isabelburguiere8400 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis thank you!!
@Incredible43
@Incredible43 6 ай бұрын
Great video, I love your creative tips. They all turned out beautifully, my favorites were the game pieces I love distressing and aging metals. Thank you for another inspiring video, enjoy your weekend. 🌼🙂✌🌼
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! The faux copper is my favorite technique in this video. It looks so convincing.
@Incredible43
@Incredible43 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis It really does that's a beautiful piece 😍
@melniee2551
@melniee2551 6 ай бұрын
So many good ideas! Thanks for sharing...
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@carrie4910
@carrie4910 6 ай бұрын
You never cease to amaze me with your transformations from junker to gems. I preferred the black tennis racquet handle but both look good.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I agree! It looked better black.
@2sons1lv
@2sons1lv 6 ай бұрын
I cannot believe how beautiful you’ve made everything you are so incredible. I so love to see your videos. Thank you so so much for sharing. It’s all amazing.❤❤ and so funny 😆
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@FerylMusic
@FerylMusic 6 ай бұрын
How did I miss this, I’m so sorry my highness
@vickytimmerman1365
@vickytimmerman1365 6 ай бұрын
This was a great one really enjoyed it. If you really want to know I would have liked a wood handle. Keep up the excellent work
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I like that! Thank you 😊
@panacheluxury4262
@panacheluxury4262 6 ай бұрын
Your humor is always entertaining, Shyra. I like all the transformations and techniques used, but the topiary is my very favorite. Thank you for showing a cost saving way to make it.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! My pleasure ☺️
@panacheluxury4262
@panacheluxury4262 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis, You're welcome!
@gracelee6121
@gracelee6121 6 ай бұрын
thank so for your wisdom!!!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome 🤗
@klaird_h4727
@klaird_h4727 6 ай бұрын
Super cute!!!😍
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@dreamfaeiry
@dreamfaeiry 6 ай бұрын
Another great video, thanks for such wonderful ideas, you are such an inspiration!! 💖
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I appreciate that 😊
@MichelleJaneofAllTrades
@MichelleJaneofAllTrades 6 ай бұрын
great job!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@KerriGilpin
@KerriGilpin 6 ай бұрын
Very sharp scissors 😂 we’ve all been there
@midvaleminis9736
@midvaleminis9736 6 ай бұрын
I particularly like the topiary ~ I made some in the past, but I used styrofoam balls instead of tin foil. I think the tin foil would work better bc you can make it any size you want. I think I'll remake mine.....
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Just make sure you paint the aluminum foil first. You can see tiny sparkly bits of mine through the flocking. Nothing too crazy, but not ideal.
@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq
@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq 6 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤❤❤
@jubileedesignstudios6255
@jubileedesignstudios6255 6 ай бұрын
Those darn fumes of melted gloves will make you question all your mini life decisions!😂
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Seriously noxious gases!
@codychristensen6630
@codychristensen6630 6 ай бұрын
You mad genius you 😅
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@kraftyiam
@kraftyiam 5 ай бұрын
Howdy, hope you and yours are well. lol I too love your humor, "...I'm using sharp scissors..." to name a few ... made me smile. I thoroughly enjoyed all of your transformations but flowers are my favs. Q: May I ask which tacky wax do you use? I got Deluxe, Tacky Wax, round, red container but nah stuff holds for only short while then items fall ...
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 5 ай бұрын
Thank you 😊 earthntree.com/miniatures/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=72_73&products_id=37780
@kraftyiam
@kraftyiam 5 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis Howdy oohh thank you so much for the link. You rock.
@berthaday3473
@berthaday3473 6 ай бұрын
Cant choose a fav.! All good. Yes, "2 balls are more normal than 3".(ha). I would've tossed that racket, but U manipulated it into a fine 1:12. I notice u often use wood glue to smooth out finishes. Ur preferred brand, please?
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Everyone likes Gorilla Wood Glue. I've been using the Dollar Tree brand wood glue but Gorilla is my favorite.
@berthaday3473
@berthaday3473 6 ай бұрын
​@@queencityminisok thanks Shyla, u da best !
@bdeane1321
@bdeane1321 6 ай бұрын
I have terrible luck finding good white gel pens…especially fine/extra fine tip. What pen did you use?? The dots look so uniform & small!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
They're really inexpensive pens I got from Temu. The pens look so cheap, but the white is nice and pigmented. I showed them off in a Temu haul.
@bdeane1321
@bdeane1321 6 ай бұрын
Do you remember which video where u showed the Temu white gel pens u used? I have ordered some from Temu before & they didn’t work well….inconsistent, gloppy, etc. Your “stitching “ was so perfect!
@annaderosbourg
@annaderosbourg 6 ай бұрын
When you made the topiary, you said you added rubbing alcohol to „break the surface tension“. What has created this tension and where is it? Why does it need to be broken? Would love to understand what is going on with that.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I should have shown what happens if you don't use the rubbing alcohol. If you try to add water down glue to the surface of the flocking, it tends to sit on the surface. It looks like a bubble of glue water just sitting atop the flocking. If you spray it with rubbing alcohol, the glue flows easily in between all the tiny spaces of the flocking. I'm not entirely sure how it works.
@TheFancyShaizeen
@TheFancyShaizeen 6 ай бұрын
Hey queen! Can u make a vid about diy miniature art stuff? Like mini paint brush? Palette? Also great video
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
That would be so cute! I'll add it to my list of video ideas.
@TheFancyShaizeen
@TheFancyShaizeen 6 ай бұрын
​@@queencityministy for replying! ur My favorite miniatures youtuber!
@ColleenHarriganStaver
@ColleenHarriganStaver 6 ай бұрын
Hi! I’m looking forward to seeing what you create. Curious, did you go to the Cincinnati bins or the Dayton bins? I have never had a lot of luck at the Cincinnati bins, I think the Dayton ones have more. It has been a while since I have been to the Cincinnati one though, so I am curious if they are better now.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Neither! I'm from Massachusetts. I noticed if I go to the bins on a Monday morning, there are leftover bins from Sunday afternoon so it's not as good until they roll out the new bins.
@ColleenHarriganStaver
@ColleenHarriganStaver 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis oh, I am sorry for the confusion. The nickname for Cincinnati is The Queen City, so that is why I thought you were from Cincinnati, my bad 😣 Your advice about Monday bin hunting is spot on, i think that is why the bins where i live are busiest on Mondays.
@cat3crazy
@cat3crazy 6 ай бұрын
You are amazing. I like the vase of flowers the best but the topiary is a close second. I can just imagine the smell of burnt rubber/latex. Not nice.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
It was so stinky! I had to turn my air purifier on to get rid of it.
@tinahickson6352
@tinahickson6352 6 ай бұрын
So funny.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you ☺️
@leannewright9686
@leannewright9686 6 ай бұрын
Those eggs look like they have bras on not shells lol
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Someone else said the same thing and now I can't unsee it 😆
@leannewright9686
@leannewright9686 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis well no one wants or needs unsupported fried eggs lol 😂
@montarsisminiatures
@montarsisminiatures 6 ай бұрын
Uhhhh so I knew about baking soda and super glue but not into paint for stone texture 🤯🤯🤯. Frankenstein hand 😂😂😂😂 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 you are making me laugh.
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
Thank you 😊 There's a chance the baking soda will grow into a weird crystal. It happened to Bentley House Minis. Must be rare though.
@montarsisminiatures
@montarsisminiatures 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis too bad it ain't diamonds 😂😂😂
@moeoverthere3640
@moeoverthere3640 6 ай бұрын
Is the tea house kit build on here? Don’t believe I saw it
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
No, I haven't made it yet
@moeoverthere3640
@moeoverthere3640 6 ай бұрын
@@queencityminis ok just making sure I didn’t miss it lol, thanks!
@lonislade
@lonislade 6 ай бұрын
Hi, Shyra. What is your shooting setup? Do you use your phone or a camera? thanks!
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 6 ай бұрын
I use a camera, a Sony EV z10. I have a telescoping arm that comes off the wall behind me and the holds the camera pointed down at my desk.
@cat-mum-Jules
@cat-mum-Jules 3 ай бұрын
Forgive my sense of humour, but those egg shells remind me of little bras 🤭
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 3 ай бұрын
Now I can't unsee it lol
@mariapardi5915
@mariapardi5915 4 ай бұрын
I tried your paint+baking soda technique on some plastic Temu planters and the results are amazing !! Thanks so much for sharing your talents !
@queencityminis
@queencityminis 4 ай бұрын
Wonderful! Sounds like it was fun and I'm glad it turned out great.
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