Making WORKING Dollhouse Lights - Miniature Prompt #4

Today I am stepping out of my comfort zone and working with electricity! I start off with a dollar store tea light and then go onto some lights I ordered online. I hope you enjoy and will join in with Prompt #4. Make sure to use #bentleyhouseprompts :)
Amazon link to LED lights I used in the snake lamp:
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Translation in Portuguese provided by Berta! Thank you Berta!
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[@wonderwend1]

I am learning SO much from you

[@lisebouchard1233]

FANTASTIQUE ! WOW ! WOW ! WOW ! Merci pour tes trucs ma chère !

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Lise!

[@jessicamcphail7556]

That snake lamp will be perfect in my Slytherin common room! Thank you!

[@scrapfancy]

You did a good job. Love them both. 💜💚😀

[@georgecunningham9175]

Genius! I have avoided "electrifying" my project because of the prohibitive cost - even though many of the lighting fixtures I have purchased over the years are designed to work. Now I think I can tackle each of them individually - all I need is a truck load of batteries! Thank you for sharing your talents once again.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

It's like a fun little puzzle to try and figure out how to hide the battery! I hope you enjoy creating some lights for your project!❤❤

[@luvsdvds]

George Cunningham, I second your excitement. I have been looking at LED bulbs and figure out a way to use them without all the resistors, soldering, bulky battery casings, etc. This is great!!!

[@stephaniewells1806]

OMG I saved a little bulb from a flickering tea light wanting to try this but with ZERO experience! Thank you for this!

[@kellyholmes6396]

Wow that is so awesome! Thank you so much for sharing and teaching us. I love them.

[@AuntieVeraCharles50]

You are FREAKING AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww thanks😊

[@naomismith1035]

Love these lights, The book light looks like it could be done as a salt lamp effect, that would be cool as well. Good job and thank you.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh yeah that would be really pretty! Thank you Naomi!

[@954victoria]

Great idea for adding individual lights to 1/12 scale houses. I ordered the same lights so I can use them in chandeliers. I am glad to see you out of your comfort zone! Electrifying dollhouses doesn’t have to involve house current not with today’s options for battery powered lights and the mini led bulbs never get hot so there are no fire hazards!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

So true!! It's the fire hazard thought that kept me at bay. But fulling understanding how the lights work puts me more at ease :)

[@debbiejohnston8492]

Once again, you nailed this. Thanks for sharing!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Debbie! This one turned out way more fun than I thought!

[@mariamaj3274]

OMG, I was staring at one of those fake tealights litteraly last night, thinking about if it would be possible to salvage the LED out of there to do exactly this, SO excited that you made this! ❤️❤️

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

How awesome Maria! Have fun playing around with them! If you come up with some other uses as well let me know.... it's a deal to get 2 bulbs and 2 batteries for a buck! ;)

[@luvsdvds]

Thanks, Ara, for freeing our imaginations to experiment and create even more whimsical minis! This tutorial showed me that "have bulb and battery ... there is light" ... LOL

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Haha! I was surprised it could be so easy too... I am not the best when it comes to electronics!

[@cindyfinn4845]

You nailed it awesome job

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Cindy!

[@medievallassie]

You light up my life! Unbelievably creative as always.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww thank you Catherine! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@treizece]

I only wish you would've made two holes for the eyes of the snake, so the light would peak through there too :) still beautiful!

[@susanpizzio9320]

You nailed it once again!! Love your tutorials!! At least you give it a try even if it seems a bit daunting to you, you give encouragement to the rest of us!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Susan! So glad you enjoyed it and you guys encourage me so much also!

[@megwilcox9774]

Oooh! Those lights your husband found are awesome! So much thinner than the usual leds that I've been working with. I'll have to check into them. Thanks for another great tutorial, Ara!

[@karenk5917]

Great ideas!

[@PossumLady8262]

I absolutely love this tutorial Ara!! While I love your live streams, this type of video is my favorite. Your narrative throughout is informative and helpful on a fun note!! I'm so planning on trying this project in the future!! The candle and snake lights turned out beautifully realistic. Perfect for a room in the Addams Family house!!! 😉😊👌💖👍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much for the encouragement! I love hearing that you guys are enjoying the videos and keeps me creating more!❤❤

[@marthatownsend7702]

LOVE the Snake lamp :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Martha!

[@cyndiisme4185]

I love this! If you used the candle "body" as an ottoman or poof that would look cool!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

That's a great idea also! So many different ways it could be done😉❤❤ Thanks Cyndi!

[@jillianmcclennan576]

I've been away, finally got to look at this - brilliant!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Jillian! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@chrissy24-7]

I love how creative you get 💕

[@VitaPlastica]

So fantastic.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!!

[@allisallaboutthedog6103]

My mind is BLOWN!!! I love that little hack with the dollar tree light!!!. The candle effect etc. After a short lived Major with interior design and building models i wish i knew about this then!!! I bought a very expensive dollhouse lighting kit and i admit it was difficult

[@amandahill7540]

These are so cool, and super perfect for the Addams's mansion.

[@thisgirlrocks6469]

Amazing...as usual 😎

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!!

[@joannecarroll5504]

Great fun as always Ara. btw the word you were looking for (meaning opaque-ness) is 'opacity' . Best wishes.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Haha thanks Joanne! That's even a photoshop setting and I couldn't think of the term lol!

[@carmenm.4091]

Love the idea with the books! Will look great in my mini Library. I’m going to try it out myself. Hope it’ll be half as good as yours! Your creativenss knows no end. Love it.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh great! I would love to see your creation if you share it anywhere on the internet ;)

[@dianabizet4264]

Amazing as usual❤️

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Diana❤❤

[@Foxys10]

So smart to figure this out! I want to try this and the added bonus of the match by the candle is stupendous!

[@maggiem4734]

I LOVE the snake lamp! 💕👌🏼

[@thethrifteddragon8157]

I'm super late to the prompt game but I'm going to be doing some catch up and do the prompts too (hey, better late than never!) Looking forward to making things with these ideas:) This light you made here is lit! Lol Love it

[@KatheD]

your creativity and problem-solving skills are very impressive!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much! I appreciate that!

[@kitebabe05]

Aww, really love this tutorial!! I want to make a light for my dollhouse immediately😍😄🤗

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yay! Happy creating!

[@michelleross9782]

You did a an excellent job... I hope this encourages you to create more. I wonder how a translucent clay would look in a multi light lamp. Maybe a torchiere?

[@deniseh78]

Ara they came out great. Really love the snake lamp.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!❤❤

[@KerriGilpin]

It’s great to know that those LEDs work perfectly with the little watch batteries- I wonder if it’s possible to use an even smaller watch battery- something I might test! I wish I knew more about LEDs and lighting as well!

[@zenamorgan1754]

Mind blown 🤯 you are so imaginative. Amazing

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Awww thanks😊

[@trennalogsdon245]

You are just to awesome for words! Love the book light best. Keep it up my genius friend.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Trenna! And thank you so much for participating with the prompt!

[@griseldis]

I like both, especially the book type, brilliant idea!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much❤❤

[@daphnelafave6865]

I love these Ara! So cute 🤗 My lighting for my mini totally makes me nervous and I've been second guessing hooking it up. Maybe making something more similar to this would help me out. Thanks for the video. Always a pleasure seeing your work ❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Lighting freaks me out too! That's why I wanted to just dip my toe in the water with these simple ones before doing anything complicated. I am feeling a little more at ease now ;)

[@vanessajones9524]

I love that!! Thanks for sharing your ideas. Xx

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

So glad you enjoyed it!!

[@BrokenMonocle]

Nooo, you don't need to be scared of electricity! It's not that scary! With LEDs, you could do something the size of the abandoned coffee shop with just a USB power source, and those only put out 5v. So it's less dangerous than licking a 9v battery, haha. I'm doing a 12v system in my dollhouse, and the most intimidating thing about it is all the math to see how many LEDs I can run off the 1A power supply I'm using.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh a USB power source would be perfect!! Then its rechargeable and I dont have to worry about a plug! I will def be researching that a bit more 😉

[@marjanwolfs6273]

I also don't know a lot about electricity, but I know that the 2 wires may not touch eachother. That is because you can get "kortsluiting"I have no idea what the English word is.( this is Dutch) But it means that in the end you can have a fire. And fire in the dollshouse is not in miniature. Maybe the wire will not be very hot, but maybe next time put some paper tape between or around 1 of the wires. You can bake that in the oven, it will not burn when the clay is on top of it. I hope you understand my story. I love the idea and it looks wonderfull.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Marjan and I totally understand :) Its hard to see but there is a thin coating on the snake wires that keep them from actually touching. Only the bottom 1/4" is bare. This is great info to keep in mind though in case someone gets wires without the coating! Thanks for chiming in!❤

[@marjanwolfs6273]

@@BentleyHouseMinis I didn't see the coating, but then it is safe. I don't want you to get hurt or so. :+) I like it to much to see how you work. Greetings.

[@aleeandaze5839]

Wow 😍 so unique and they came out so good 😊😊

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Aleean! They were really fun to make too!❤❤

[@debbienewton454]

You are just AMAZING!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww thanks Debbie😊❤

[@allisallaboutthedog6103]

Ok so i know this video is a while ago but im loving these prompts!!!! I may get in on a few of them

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

You should! They have been fun!

[@allisallaboutthedog6103]

Im ready!!! Also picked up the little batt votives this week to play with. Im trying to maje a lantern for an outside light for a fallen log home.

[@angelay1925]

You could also use a 2 part epoxy clay (called Green Stuff) which doesnt need baking, it just cures in about 24 hours and is really strong, it can then be sanded and painted just like polymer clay

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh cool! I will have to look that up!

[@jillianmcclennan576]

@@BentleyHouseMinis I have used Apoxie brand epoxy to make little things, it sounds similar to Green Stuff - thanks Angela I will have a look for it

[@carolbryant5992]

Wow

[@victoriaslawinski5630]

I love your videos and you are so good at making miniatures I have made my own retro stove, I think you should try using a 3d pen to use in miniature

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Victoria! If I ever happen to get my hands on one I will definitely try it out! ;)

[@Iloveweddings]

Very creative! Love it. Great video. New friend. 😍❤️

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much! And welcome new friend!!

[@jenny-lynn8034]

Both ideas are great!! I'm gonna do this :) Thanks for sharing♡

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Fantastic Jenny-Lynn! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@jenny-lynn8034]

@@BentleyHouseMinis I made a potion/witch shop for dolls and this idea is so kool I'm going to make both lamps and follow your steps :)

[@angelay1925]

Fabulous, especially the candle on the books 😊 the holder is called a 'chamber stick' Guess what I'm off to play with tomorrow

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Awesome! I will have to remember that! I have never heard that term before. Thank you!

[@DollFairyCrafter]

Wow. I am so happy I found your channel! This was really cool! What brought me to the channel was the cat clock I was looking for inspiration. You keep getting better with practice!!! An that book & candle holder is so HP 😍! Can't wait to see the next prompt!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad you found my channel too! Welcome💖 Please feel free to leave any suggestions or ideas you have here in the comments!

[@rainsongt189]

Love both of these ideas and your execution, as always, is wonderful. How about some Blue Tac reusable adhesive to temporarily hold the battery in place?

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

That's a great idea! I have old blue tac that has lost all its sticky so I never think of using it lol. I need to get some more!

[@happydoombear]

I'd use the left over plastic bits for a mad scientist room/ or use them as back cog pieces in a clock tower.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Love those ideas!

[@Nails-by-Jennifer]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I’ve been wanting to make some lamps but I’ve been afraid LOL.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Lol me too but so many have encouraged me to try! So now we can learn together😉

[@lindah5910]

Another wowser prompt project! Thank you, Ara! (You might want to use the "ugly cake" stack of candle light cuttings as something Grandmama might have made in her doubtful kitchen in the Addams Family Mansion. Just a thought).

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

That's a great idea! Who knows what those layers would represent.... ick lol!

[@luvsdvds]

At 14:17 the printing "mistake" is actually due to language. In Korean and Chinese for some reason I don't know, when they do Romanization for the western countries there are sounds that don't correspond to our alphabets. B stands for P / D stands for T / R stands for L /

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you for the explanation👍

[@luvsdvds]

@@BentleyHouseMinis -- You're welcome. This is knowledge acquired through my other hobby ... watching Korean dramas. :)

[@emschrader418]

Still loving the prompts. Making a list to catch up. lol. I made something with a light last year...can that count as my project for this prompt? 🤣 Is there a rule on that? 😆

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

No rules for late entries! ;) Go for it!

[@hollymurrison1562]

make a washing machine from the left over tea light stuff.

[@chrissy24-7]

So to turn it on and off you remove or place the battery in it? And the weight of the piece keeps contact with the battery?

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yes that is correct! It's a simple concept but seems to work in this piece. It will be interesting to track the longevity if the batteries :)

[@jennycorey8968]

I don't create, I just admire. And boy, do I admire your work! By the way, is that a little cigarette in the candle holder?

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oops I forgot to talk about that! It's a little match but could def be interpreted as a cigarette as well ;) Thanks Jenny!

[@jessguilbe8259]

Too adorable! I have a suggestion :) there is a YT channel called fun_and_craft she does doll houses but for barbies. However she does light up her doll houses, could be a good starting point for you, maybe get ideas from that. Can't wait to see what you come up with!

[@mollyjuhlin3710]

I love these. You have such great ideas. I’ve made ceiling light fixtures but now I’m inspired to do some creepy lamps! Keep up the amazing work

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Lolitajess thank you! I will def look up that channel to see what she does!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Molly! I will have to try ceiling lights sometime too!

[@jessguilbe8259]

@@BentleyHouseMinis she puts ceiling lights, so that may be even more helpful. I'm so excited to see what you end up doing. 💕💕

[@PerfectionHairDesign]

Why did you choose polymer clay instead of the paperclay?

[@darrelld.paveyjr.1477]

Please sell the book stack with the candle.

[@tanyaisis]

where do i get the lights online

[@saudeempontos]

Inspiring work and attitude! I can tell you that electricity is my weakness (or weak point? - which one is correct to say?) :D

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I feel that way too. And both ways make sense to talk about a weakness ;) We can all learn together!

[@dolfinmagikpro]

Are you still doing these "Prompts"? Keep up the great work!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yes I am... one is coming out tomorrow actually ;)

[@readingroomcafeproject]

I bought a load of those little tealights years ago, and they're still in a box in the attic. hum...

[@kevincoon1809]

Those little LEDs are called micro LEDs

[@edwinacoffman6429]

I am way behind on these lol

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Plenty of time to catch up of you like. We're only on #4 ;)

[@Anamamma1]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZnIaKaBfbOghdk basic lighting around in the middle of the video

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you for the resource!

[@ambergreenwald879]

I think if I were doing lights that simple I’d just use fairy lights 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Stitcher1964]

Opacity

[@madonnadove]

“Opacity”