Noob to PRO in 100 hours of needle tufting

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I am a Japanese KZbinr with another channel, but I thought it was time to make an ENGLISH channel! I upload cute videos of anime drawings, squishies, character bento box, DIY, polymer clay, and more! I love cute things and I hope you like my videos.
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[@juliettegiubellino1405]

Who else thinks that Minori is so talented? Also it’s great that she give’s herself breaks instead of overwhelming herself.

[@reddahlia35]

You got to admire Minori's patience and determination. That's what it takes to be a great artist. She proves that if you keep trying and believing in yourself, you can do great things.

[@Rose43173]

Me ❤

[@lisar9897]

Oh I don’t think I know she is💕

[@micekwok]

Hi iam karie Good morning

[@amriHB]

5 comments nah u get six

[@TsukiyoTenshi]

I think is honestly just proof that if you keep at something long enough and you have the will and determination to improve, you absolutely will! Your videos never fail to inspire even when you're learning and stumble along the way! And I can't say that you haven't given me some super fun ideas to try out either!😄

[@ashwillow.7159]

We can all agree that we all love Minori, Baymax and Bearmax!

[@beamingbluemadness]

I miss baymax but bearmax is more on theme, so there's that haha.

[@liljotogo9487]

Very nice work.. when you do punch work you have to get fabric with a tight weave and you have to make sure you have the fabric very tight on the hoop. Your doing real good.

[@StellaxCherry]

Yes I agree

[@MGVE_Preet]

Yes I agree

[@Maxinethecatandtay]

@beamingbluwmadness I completely agree

[@E4Alabbasy]

I love that you even included the failed project, truly we can't try something new And get it right form the beginning. I adore how Judy turned out 🥰

[@ThatPinkLady]

Hi Minori! I don’t live in Japan, but in America on the back label of the yarn they normally do tell you the yarn size. Something along the guidelines of “this is a yarn size 5” and they would also tell you a corresponding crochet hook or knitting needle size. I think that you can use these and perhaps even compare the hook/needle size to your tufting needle to see what works for you! :D Additionally with all of that extra yarn I would recommend you try out crocheting! Personally, it’s a lot simpler than knitting, however you can totally try knitting as well, and I do believe that there is a big crochet community in Japan. There is also a Japanese stuffed animal crocheting technique called “amigurumi” that I think you might like as well. I just think that the idea of crocheting cute clothing for plushies, or even plushies themselves would suit you. Anyways I loved the crafts that you made, and I hope that the advice and suggestions are helpful towards you. :)

[@rcr2279]

I know them as soot sprites. This is like latch hooking. Makes think if latch hook & needlepoint had a baby, this would be the result. Nicely done!

[@worldinfo6719]

Minori's voice is my free therapy. I just forget all my life problems and relax whenever I see her. I love her art.

[@zaraansari4300]

🎉😊❤yes❤😊🎉

[@rydergamerkamal3321]

Minori was such Talented :D That was Amazing!

[@sethusk]

Wow, when you changed yarn it was like night and day. I'm sure all your previous tries helped with it too, but that jump to the minion was striking. I love how they turned out when you were more comfortable. Great work. If you do decide to do more, I would love to see anime characters for sure!

[@Meowtaine]

I love the progression in this video! Minori is always so honest in the process and I appreciate when she said that she was getting frustrated and wanted to cry so she took a break. I love how Judy turned out! 😍

[@user-bq7vu1qq6b]

Instead of scissors you could try using electric clippers next time! They have small ones for puppy paw pads that you could use for detailing work. Plus to clean up the edges between the different color sections, you can use clippers to shave the edges of each section at an angle.

[@Innocentstars717]

Minori is back to make my day again❤ love

[@SaudiTechyofficial]

Minori can do all types of artworks, she is so talented 🤩

[@parulpatel9179]

Damn I wonder how many skills u have learnt so far... Also those cheap and thick yarns can be used for crochet. I started learning it a month ago (mainly just to make tops and tote bags) and going good so far. You can make your own stuffed animals or characters, I just find it SO cute

[@ThatPinkLady]

Yes!!! I agree! I’d also recommend that you check the yarn size on the back of the yarn label as well, and pair the correct crochet hook size to that yarn as a beginner! :D

[@moonhaux]

I'd love to see Minori crochet! It can be so relaxing and I myself am a novice but would Learning along with Minori would be even better

[@umimop]

Yeah, I love amigurumi so much!

[@kanzhong8446]

can we just appreciate how much time and effort she put’s into making video’s for us?❤

[@donyori]

4:58 We also call those "dust bunnies" from Totoro "soot sprites" since that's what the characters call them in the English dub. I've watched so many of your videos. Your art is so cute! 💖

[@ChantelleArts]

can we appreciate that minori is always there to try new things for us 🥺🥺❤

[@Biohazardkittens]

needle tufting has been a craft ive been interested in for a while, but never got around to starting... it does seem like a challenging craft to understand initially, but once you learn more of the materials and how to go about it, you can make amazing things! youve improved so much with needle tufting over time! i always appreciate how honest you are about your journey learning new crafts and helping others learn as well!

[@tomomoki2]

Minoriii ilysm ♥️♥️ and btw girl howw do you have so much patience and motivation 😭 i get that learning new things is exciting and I personally really enjoy trying new things out but it takes me forever to learn even the simplest things 🥹 mainly cuz i give up and restart a million times

[@irosquaredboku]

The totoro/spirited away Makkuro kurosuke (also called Susuwatari) are more commonly referred to as "Soot Sprites" in English, since they're all sooty. Dust bunnies are a nickname for large clumps of dust that group together and are thought to propagate more dust like bunnies make babies. IRL, dust bunnies don't have ears, but artistic renderings give them ears. Also, I wanna try needle tufting now, darn it. I already have too many hobbies TnT (Sashiko, doll customizing, diamond painting, miniature making, sewing, drawing, etc.)

[@abberkadabber5562]

I didn't know tufting was that simple. I want to try it now

[@yiyang349]

Minor the other acrylic yarns and leftover cotton yarns can be used for crocheting! It's super fun and you can make clothes, stuffed animals, and all kinds of useful things. Other than that, you just need a crochet hook (the size depends on the yarn thickness), and some projects require plastic eyes, stuffing, and tapestry needles. I recently started and it's very therapeutic!!

[@zem-zem378]

For the next one you should make one of your own characters!! I love to see your own designs ❤❤❤

[@hellogaming1312]

This video is full of hardworking and creative of minori❤❤✨ Thank you minori for creating a great content for us❤❤ You are multi-talented person 😍😄

[@pixxa3594]

Minori is so impressive it’s a little scary ahaha, but HOW DO YOU HAVE THE PATIENCE TO DO THIS I COULD NEVER

[@lisadawson2652]

I’m a homeschool mom and I’m working on the new school year lessons and this video will kick off art for us in a major way you are a very determined person and u change your direction if necessary to achieve your goals most importantly u always keep it real u don’t mind saying your work is not of good quality so u try again until it is this is motivation and wisdom at its finest much love and blessings ❤❤❤❤❤

[@ArtsyMario]

So cool and cute! Good job on improving it! One thought: I wonder if you want, you could sew a black border around the Judy image? I only suggesting that so it makes sense for her ears to be cut off, its still cute the way you did it, just her ears being cut off bothers me a bit, thats why I think a black box border would make it better. That's up to you Minori. I love your videos!

[@doubleknot6725]

Waw... You have so much patience! You are really talented. It's very pretty😱❤!

[@sedona-sky]

LOVE YOU MINORI!!! You are so inspiring and I love how you just keep trying even if you mess up the first time! Practice makes progress! You inspire me so much and you make me want to craft and draw! And I love how you love anime just like me!

[@buhita06]

Omg the improvement was amazing, that shows that practice makes perfect. Thank you so much Minori for always encourage us to try something new ❤❤❤

[@VioletHarmon13]

I totally agree that after becoming an adult i lost my interest in learning new things and studying, which is weird for me because i've always been the kid who had many many hobbies, so i'm trying to change that and watching my favorite art youtubers definitely helps me to have that will again!!

[@Jrockcupcakee]

I crochet and the weight and size of the yarn makes a difference! It can make or break a project!

[@soulsidy7901]

Minori, your so talented ❤❤❤ I'de love seeing you do more ghibli characters. That totoro was so beautiful, I would buy it from you 🤗🤗🤗

[@lowenergyblob]

utilizing copic markers to enhance the projects is such a good idea! The egg looks so amazing!

[@Junes.dreams.uk_]

Waw the difference the tools make is mad! I often start new crafts with cheap material thinking “I can’t efforts to mess up the expensive stuff” but then it’s so rubbish that I never pick it up, get discourage and waste money anyways 😅. Why do they even sell bad quality craft tools? Anyhow. Really loved it. And also girl you rock. Your progress was awesome

[@peregrinearc]

This was an awesome idea and video. Some ideas include the Sailor Senshi--either a group or maybe one of them doing an attack? Could be neat. Take care!

[@haruhi7745]

Welcome Back. Ah so lovely video. Ah so relaxing to watch your video 😌💙🤍

[@beamingbluemadness]

Yet to watch the video but came here to say how cute minori looks in the thumbnail

[@naeimsds]

In English the thing you called a dust bunny is actually a soot sprite 😊love your videos ❤

[@Chachixo]

It came out so nicely! From the thumbnail I thought you were doing needle felting - I guess because of the eyes haha. This is so neat, makes me want to try it since some of the supplies overlap with embroidery.

[@luluudraws]

Learned not to give up when you fail once :) minori is always very inspiring 💞

[@katiepeterson2306]

I love that you just keep trying! You kept figuring out new solutions that helped you and your at looks awesome because of it.

[@Yoyocreative]

I have no idea if you ever tried it, but with all that yarn leftover, you could try crochet! I specifically make amigurumi (crochet dolls or plushies) and I think you might really enjoy it! ❤ Also... How the heck didn't I see this video sooner?! I've been watching needle tufting videos for weeks now and wondering if I should try it myself 🤭 a cheap store (like daiso) usually has the needles in stock, but of course they're out when I want to try 🤭 I'm watching videos on techniques, look for ideas and enjoy the fun pop sound when you poke into the fabric 😊

[@jmc7393]

Hi Minori ! I hope you are well i really like your videos . If you want ideas you can do epoxy resin like decorations furniture cute things . Thank you very much for sharing i am very excited for your next video ❤☺️

[@bealilyxo]

the Spirited away rug looks so cute 😭😭

[@HeHe84755]

Wow what's your secret for this concentration I can't stay still for 12 min, would love to know cause I need it for studying, also you did great from the start

[@ashleyashaarjune399]

I've never had a problem with using cheap yarn seeing as that's the only kinds I use of varying brands. From what I saw in the video at times the fabric was always different and not always right in the hoop. This is a very forgiving medium. I learned the hard way that using only monkskin is really the best way to go

[@FelicianoCookie]

In the English version of Spirited Away they are called soot sprites, I love them so much~ I got one with a suction cup and I named it Munchie 😂 anyway your talent knows no bounds, if I find canvas and a needle I would try this, I have way too much leftover yarn from my knitting❤ I think for anime character maybe Anya??

[@MichelleBoakye-nm7fj]

You inspire me , because of you I found a new hobby

[@akritirawat9919]

Omg I make punch needle items for my small business and minori posting this video just made my day ❤ also you have to keep the cloth you tuft on really tight so it holds the yarn better

[@SaudiTechyofficial]

She summoned a lot of fandoms in one video ❤🤩

[@Rose-vo4og]

Your videos r so amazing you taught me a lot of stuff keep it up ❤

[@adag7649]

Hi Minori!! I loved the video, i have some recommendations for your hoop, since it's plastic, any fabric will slide off, what i have done to my hoops even the wood ones is cover them with a strip of cloth in spiral, and then stitch the end, this helps the fabric to stay in one plane and be taut, also in mid project be sure that the fabric it's still taut (tense) in the hoop, this will help with the stitches. This applies in any way of embroidery

[@AnastasiaButler-qd3fp]

I know some people who do caning and they do custom cloth tops on their canning jars just to make them look nice and I think yarn felting designs for the top to use for those claws would actually be a pretty cool idea

[@cuppy.]

I'll never guess someone never did needle tufing before just made that judy hopes totebag like the final product looked so professional

[@martygindlesperger7933]

I absolutely love all of your videos. When we lived in Japan, my mother picked up a craft like that. It was called bunka, and when we came back to the States she was heartbroken because she couldn't find anymore kits.

[@AllyDontObey]

I love how you can give yourself constructive criticism and do better because of it thats a sign of a good true artist 🎨 ❤❤❤❤❤

[@MaiMai-forever]

You are so talented Minori I love watching your videos you are my favorite artist on KZbin! You make my days better ❤

[@nikkis7375]

Ahh you got so much better at every single one! ❤proud of you and excited to see more. Definitely want to try this out!

[@DAYbreaking_Ideas]

This is a great idea because it gives people the idea of allowing a time frame using hours of practice rather than a random amount using the date! I’m going to measure my time using hours of practice with my art to lower anxiety. Thanks 😊

[@arferret]

I found you tonight as a random recommendation in my videos. I’m totally in awe of your skill and talent.

[@craftyweavers1837]

I’m so proud of you for trying new things. This year I tried diamond art because of you and I’m in my sixties! I think you should make your favorite anime character next time. Also, we call them soot sprites in the US.

[@PrettyPlainLife]

Awesome to see the improvement in such a short time! I like this video because it kinda shows materials when tutorials don't. I learn more from other people learning with me lol ❤

[@zora_owo]

I find it funny how it seems like you're always getting new scissours every time you buy something to do crafting! But I totally agree, they DO make a huge difference. (Also the video is just too soothing after a long day of therapy) Keep it up like this, you're doing a great job!

[@damajn2458]

You know I'd love to see Shelly back. It's been a while since you last drew her❤

[@StarFairyChic]

Judy turned out amazing!! Such great progress after only a couple of days! Great job Minori!! ✨🫶🏼

[@BP_forever_Blink]

Minori is so cute, beautiful and talented!❤

[@Wrathgir]

I really love how you improved within just a few days. Awesome work! I even think the Mario, soot sprite, and My Melody ones are cute! :3

[@angeladormer6659]

You are so artistic and find all these branches of art easy. You really are a clever girl, thank you so much for all your hard work ❤❤👋👋👵🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@dontno5002]

I love all your creations. I really admire u so much. Thanks for giving us ideas to try new thing. Ur the sweetest💖

[@karimoore106]

That actually looks like fun! Your so talented Minori!

[@KateandEvatoys]

They look so good!! Your sketches are fantastic!

[@X_cilo]

I love Minori and her videos so much! ❤

[@mimmimelodi]

You nail everything you try! So talented! Love the Totoro 💖🥰

[@raimataznim]

I loved every single of them 💕 so cute ❤ congratulations on adapting a new skill 😍

[@MM-mo7ch]

Yessssssss ✨anime character!!!!!!! YOU ARE SO TALENTED 💜🫶🏻

[@robotica671]

Hi Minori!! It might be easier to punch needle if youre using a different fabric. I recommend monks cloth!! It has small gaps in it that make it easier for the punch needle and yarn to go through. :-) cute art as always

[@ishiguru.]

No way, I remember you from 3 years ago! You're videos are always amazing! Great work, you're almost at 2 million subcribers, lol!

[@sakurasketches]

amazing job!! i was feeling down, but this video cheered me up ^^ thank you minori for amazing content!!

[@susiefarkas2079]

It's so nice to watch how you grow in your art. You only fail if you do not try.

[@melissagreen714]

You did such an amazing job Minori ❤ you always inspire me to do the things a love even when its tough just still try. That looks like a fun craft to get into. I finally got a diamond art because of you and its fun to do aswell ❤

[@user-tu8ke8cz8y]

Minori ur literally the best KZbinr I watch ur videos and they make me happy get through though timess now I am watching u bc I have a surgery coming up u make me comfortable! Thanks for everything 💜 and cuz of u I can draw anime!

[@m.subhanm.subhan7058]

I am so happy you uploaded a new video!!! Always love you

[@Ruiwasasheet]

mannn i started watching minori, and she made me fall in love on drawing!! thank you minori :)

[@nyleaarose8522]

I love how you always try something new! ❤❤

[@janaahmed5891]

Hi my name is Gianna and I like watching your videos with me ideas and fun stuff it’s like you’re my art teacher thank you you but like you are the best KZbinr I ever🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤iLOVEYOU😅🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@Princess_Ally]

I actually saw these before mini you are one of the most talented artists

[@jhsungg]

you always motivated me to try something new, thank you!

[@cinnamontoastcrunch1666]

You’re videos make me so happy

[@kitilea6958]

The little black puffs from ghibli movies are called soot sprites in English! ^^

[@danielle-bi3tk]

how can someone be so talented i just love you so much and wanna be like you

[@emma_ordinary_vlog]

Hii Minori! I hope everything is good ❤ love your videos, thank you for making me smile 😊

[@shabeenabibi4632]

Minori you are so talented

[@nyleaarose8522]

Minori I love all the videos you make, you are amazing!

[@user-iw1vc4xi5g]

I like your videos Minori❤ you are so amazing!

[@camiriofrio6995]

You always post when I need to recharge mentally! Thank you! 😭

[@nainashikkewal9824]

Wow minori I love your vids I get soooooooooo much inspired And other than that I absolutely love you 💕

[@ryanharris5184]

It was really great to see Minori’s over the days, and how she learned as she went along. My favorites were Judy Hopps and Bob the Minion. For future projects I might suggest Antonio and/or Mirabel from Encanto. I’d also suggest Cindy Lou Who from Illumination’s the Grinch. Her character design is undeniably adorable.

[@mmeos]

Wow! So we’ll done. I love the totoro and soot sprite! I would love to see a cardcaptor Sakura one.😊

[@nilanganisangeetha7757]

I was waiting for your video ❤❤ love youu