Self-Employed Artist Diaries ✿ A Week of Sculpting to Soothe the Soul: A Slow Vlog

[@tammydinh]

Big thanks to NorthOne for partnering with me on this video! Use my link to apply for NorthOne and get a $10 credit when you open and fund your account: apply.northone.com/uncomfy

[@Rosario_Z]

this is only for people in amarica right ?

[@mariac4602]

Crying is a good release from stress but if you continue to feel that upset, it may be time to reevaluate what parts of your job are feeding you and what is draining you. I owned my own business for 20 years and the last few years were just absolutely draining. I had, to all appearances, the good life and I was sincerely grateful for all I had. But I also realized my body and heart were telling me it was time to let go and that is was ok. Sometimes we do things, not forever, but for a season.

[@tammydinh]

thank you so much ❤️

[@m_mmko]

the cute little figurines kinda remind me of animal crossing characters 😭✨

[@tammydinh]

aww tysm!! hehe they look like wii characters to me too 😂

[@pluvvio]

thats what i was thinking as well

[@fishixee]

these videos calm me down so much, life sucks rn but watching someone working so hard and enjoying her life helps me :)

[@PrincessaJenny]

I think you put a lot of stress on yourself and over plan your days. But I get it I am full time student, a full time worker and I have an internship. But your videos always make me feel comforted that other people have the same feelings of stress and anxiety. Love your creations they are so cute and you can tell you put love and effort into all of your work. Can’t wait for the next video. ❤

[@han_jislay]

watching stephanie soo while working is so real, and it's always so nice to watch these videos because it brings me so much comfort and joy to watch someone i admire and aspire to be to be very realistic and unlike all the other people on social media

[@marysia1367]

i also love to do stuff while watching and listening to Stephanie! it's so relaxing and i can be productive and support her at the same time

[@AidanFromSP]

Love it! It's nice to watch these as I work, seeing you be in your element and chillin with making your art.

[@tammydinh]

so happy to hear that! wishing you good luck with whatever you're working on :,)

[@JelArts]

I also crash around 3-4! It always frustrates me cause I just wanna keep working with the energy I had in the morning T-T I also discovered recently that I do best with like, 9-10 hours of sleep which seems like a lot but it just works for me. I feel the most rested if I can get that much sleep!

[@tammydinh]

that’s so interesting!!! i honestly love sleeping too 😂 but i think my magic spot is like 6-7 hours, while Mr. Uncomfy can sleep for like 10-11 hours if i don’t wake him up

[@JelArts]

@@tammydinh dang I wish I could sleep that amount of time but I guess everyone is different and we gotta listen to our own bodies 💪

[@jericoesmeli4775]

it's so soothing when someone is making art. Thank you!

[@raquelsantamaria1403]

I love love love watching these. Also, Stephanie! I love Ms Mango Butt!

[@KatAsh-ly8gy]

This is such a lovely thing to watch when you want a cosy afternoon and a nice way to escape the uncomfy world that we live in . Thank you for being an amazing person we a massive inspiration 😍

[@shoreseeker]

I can’t believe you do all the sculpting, school work, business running, AND edit the KZbin videos too! Editing KZbin videos are sooo time consuming so it’s also like how do you do that 🤣 but thanks for being real with the exhaustion and truth behind it even tho it’s a dream job. It’s hard work!

[@mushlune]

i love that you're also watching stephanie while working! my two current fave content creators in one video, i love it! thanks for another amazing and inspiring video, tammy!!

[@ChantelleArts]

I feel like this is the cutest little design you’ve made 🥺❤

[@anamikaxalxo1341]

Loving these vlogs! Currently 3 am here and I was sculpting too. Perfect to play in the background❤

[@nataliedavison5592]

9:28 I became a subscriber. I love your attitude. Keep up the awesome work. It’s very inspiring!

[@linzertube]

✨🌸You do such a great job, Ms Cozy…everything is lovingly sculpted and finished. It’s easy to see how much you love your work.💗🌸

[@juneasia7875]

I have recently discovered your channel and have been watching your videos as really enjoy them

[@astelierzun]

I love how real you are, sharing how it's like as an artist and business owner. It's so hard! I relate so much to that feeling of not being fast enough. I get upset at myself for that so often. But you helped me realise how much effort it takes to produce handmade stuff. So I want to be more compassionate towards myself. Thank you for all your comforting videos. I feel less lonely to know that I'm not alone going through similar struggles. Take care

[@ketaminepigeon]

Yesterday I woke up ill and binge watched all your videos because found you recently and I feel better (I'm sure watching you helped). And now I have one more yey!

[@BattalGazi-zl7ym]

Her voice is so calming it is like I am about to sleep 😴 lol

[@dig2341]

I love how honest and vulnerable you are. Thank you for sharing your process and days as an artist. It’s so inspiring ❤

[@HangNguyen-ih8rf]

I’m getting off my bipolar med and it’s making me insanely anxious…your video bring me lots of comfort. Your voice is so calming …Thank you ❤

[@beeboflower]

the tree commission came out beautifully!!

[@elenasahagun7261]

You talking about having the Sunday scaries and crying a lot that week really made me feel less alone in my emotions. I really working on

[@ratking2501]

always enjoy these, and goodness that redwood piece was so gorgeous!! inspiring!!

[@pianowithelisha850]

Big fan of your channel! So nice to see you posting again

[@LilJBean]

Queen over here watching Trisha Paytas and Boze while doing the most comfy things. I am in love with this channel. You're amazing.

[@pluvvio]

aa i enjoyed watching this process so much, as well as the struggles of owning a business while also having to balance school + other stuff. the end result of the commission came out so cute and makes me feel inspired to also start learning how to make stuff out of clay!! i feel like you're starting to become one of my comfort youtubers

[@tennesseeyaya1830]

You have so much talent, I love watching your vlogs. I want to be as organized as you.❤That commissioned piece is fabulous!

[@KendraWilson]

🥰🥰 its 6.30am in Australia and i just made my morning coffee!!! Couldn't have been more perfect timing. ❤

[@tammydinh]

ahhh i'm so glad!!! i hope you have a good day :3

[@brbapappa]

22.45pm in the Netherlands 🇳🇱 Wonderful way to end the day

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

I appreciate your posts! And all your making work, of course, especially editing. The scene turned out so cute!

[@Libbys-animals]

I absolutely love making clay models and you are for sure my favorite KZbinr😊

[@Jessie_G7075]

I would just like to say,you are so,so, GORGEOUS!!!!!!

[@lainieboo11]

So sweet the commission reminds me of Carl & Elle’s love from the movie Up 🥰

[@tammydinh]

omg i love that 😭❤️

[@marthabradas8873]

You are amazing! I loved the commissioned piece, wow! what a treasure!!! I hope you have a successful and awesome week!

[@karendubell3988]

Your vlogs are so relaxing to watch. I love the commission piece, so cute. Take care.

[@shazyoung6530]

As far as being tired all the time, perhaps get your iron levels checked. I was feeling how you said you feel and it turns out my iron levels were very low. Low iron levels has an effect on how well you are able to handle stress as well. Your work is so cute.

[@adabrock123]

Seeing you make art calms me and inspires me to make some myself even if I’m not the best at clay art ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@EllisWoolleyIllustration]

I love watching your little sculptures come to life 😍

[@ravynalexander1895]

That commission piece is beautiful! Great job!

[@arteinighters]

I love your vlogs so much! You've inspired me to push myself to be uncomfy in the best way possible, I actually went and talked to an ice cream store about a job application they had! I was super anxious as I've never had a job like that before but I did it and I felt a huge confidence boost after, thank you ❤ sometimes we have to be a bit uncomfy 😌

[@bjsimmons58]

That turned out beautiful. You do such beautiful work

[@emelydelourdes5334]

Thank you for sharing your story and everything you know.❤

[@Nao_Craft]

This was such a lovely vibe! It was great to hang out with you while you sculpted and I cross stitched

[@sammijane1640]

Really soothes the soul watching ☺ Thank you 💚

[@mariale01182001]

Tammy! Thank you, I really needed to distract myself from reality a little bit :) I’ll try to do something like the redwood tree characters for a gift, let’s see how it goes cause I usually paint. Take advantage of the fact that we understand you and try to take your time to regulate the activites that might help you; take some time to sculpt for you and not for any orders or comissions ☺️

[@KatieChannie]

the redwood tree sculpt is so amazing!!

[@tammydinh]

aw tysm katie!!!

[@Lojgtyjo]

Lol when u put the maple syrup in ur coffee it reminded me of elf

[@tammydinh]

not elf 😭😭😭

[@gingerale503]

I have a five minute journal, too!😄

[@aidanm5578]

Great vlog. You're blowing up. Happy for you mate.

[@__amyl_]

Such a nice video! I love each one of them, keep it up ♥

[@aliciadovebridenbaugh1198]

I’m thinking of making Christmas ornaments with bases on them I’m planning on using yarn and hopefully I’ll be able to finish one first as a test and if it turns out okay I’ll take a picture of it and post it on Facebook.

[@agataklein6831]

I'm new to your channel and love your work! I did not know you could make so many different things with polymer clay, so cool! I love the energy you bring to the channel, your calm nature, and the super interesting content. So excited to be here and happy to have subbed. Looking forward to more videos! :)

[@eclairJess]

I love watching these kinds of vlogs ~ makes me feel less anxious whenever I'm stressed out ; v ;

[@alyssapatrick]

Yesss much needed comfy video

[@tammydinh]

yay!!! :,)

[@azuritevalentine6199]

Can I just say you look a lot like a fairy in your face and ears. :)

[@aster6649]

your videos are so inspiring, I'm always amazed at the quality of everything you do! could you make a video on what apps you use to edit your photos and videos? I want to start my own channel, but I'm not sure what to use since there are so many options. thank you for all your hard work! please keep it up and take breaks when you need it

[@HalsYeah]

Always love your vlogs! 😊 Thanks for recommending new resin, that’s definitely my least favorite part of the process. It seems the more I use resin the goopier it gets. Let me know if you have any resin tips, I’d greatly appreciate them! 😁

[@tammydinh]

definitely curing with a lamp initially and then putting them out in direct sunlight for 1-2 hours (i find that 11am-2ish is when the sun rays are strongest!) ensures a total cure!! it’s nice bc in colorado we have like 300 days of sun 🥰 let nature do the work!

[@HalsYeah]

@@tammydinh Thank you so much! I greatly appreciate the advice! I'll try that for sure. I love Colorado with all the sunshine we get! Literally makes me so damn happy! 😁

[@NoleyAnnBation]

Hi, I'm watching your videos while doing sculpting :)

[@PossumQueen]

i love your videos so much. you inspired me to take on my first clay commission and im so excited. thank you!

[@tammydinh]

aww yay!!! so happy for you

[@Jeniveve]

I think my order is in that batch. 🥰 I love my bao radish.

[@tuuli-ku8so]

ahhhh! tammy i love your videos so muchh!!!

[@andreaa1005]

Uncomfy, thank you for the comfy video

[@YUKi-zo7zc]

Omg so beautiful figurines ʕ·ᴥ·ʔ you must be tired of sculpting for 4 hrs of course! I love to have a coffee while I’m working too and iced coffee is one of my fav drinks ^^ you are so talented and dedicated, young lady 🙌 I wish you good luck in everything you do ♥️

[@RedMapleCanada]

Your artwork is so gorgeous! 😍

[@creativecleverclay3148]

Love your videoes!! You've inspired me to start my own buisness!

[@rainbowstarks]

It's not your fault Tammy! Your situation is best case scenario, you're not wrong, but how hard we have to work to make ends meet and improve our lives is too much. Especially for creative, sensitive types. We want to be our best, but how can we look after ourselves financially and healthwise at the same time is a really tough question in today's economy. Please don't blame yourself, it's only natural, we aren't supposed to work this hard. I hope you can find the balance you need

[@bayleekohler6467]

Gods love can fill you and it will never run dry!! 😂 He Loves you so much Tammy!!! Come unto me you who are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest! -Jesus

[@kilodeltawhisky1504]

The redwood tree looks awesome! Nice job! When I was younger and more emotional, something simple that helped me was to remember, "this too will pass". And always keep in mind that a walk is a great way to get out of your head. Also, as females, our hormones and cycles drive us crazy. 😘🥰💞💝

[@mcginnity4997]

Elf Princess 🧝‍♀️👑♥️

[@Court_in_Yellow]

Okay I know this is a year old but ahhh I love seeing a fellow dooby!! ❤

[@Kattisback-78]

I came upon your video ( Q&A from your followers) by accident, and I’m so happy I did! I love your sculpting, I’m not familiar with palmer clay- until now, but it seems like such an awesome medium. The redwood tree with the couple came out so good! The idea to use the tin foil for the grass was brilliant! I’m an art lover too, I think I would cease to live if it weren’t in my life. I also registered an LLC. However I have not started a shop yet. My question is, I’m really not sure which medium I’d like to offer for sale! That’s terrible I know, but I don’t want to offer ppl something they just don’t want. What sealed the deal for you with clay? If you cannot get to answering I truly understand. I do hope you see this though and know that you really should be so proud of yourself. Don’t be afraid to write it in your journal, or scream it to the world! You’re a wonderful person, so sweet! 🐈‍⬛❤️👏👏👏🙌

[@SproutlingSlimes]

its soooo prettyyyyyyy

[@frankiepena7350]

Do you have a video of how you made those logs at 11:30?

[@ewelinarogalska2153]

Hi ! Can you tell me where to find this beautiful animated wallpaper? There is a desk in the rainy weather background. Thank you so much for your videos makes me feel better ! ✨

[@wethefamily5387]

I love this so much wow

[@Ireneisbae]

OMG you watch Stephanie too 😫💖

[@moodemarg]

That commission is precious 😊

[@ChristopherMartiniam]

KEEP PUSHING

[@jasminedreamfilms]

I also want this kind of vlog ❤

[@Inesssb]

Love your channel

[@cytlalyestrada]

Just started my journey on Etsy :) wish me luck!

[@Dardasha_Studios]

Sublime!!

[@LaguBudakKuching]

i lovee your vlogs!

[@yulaikim]

I hv a lil question: idk when or in which or in which video you said it, what did you use to make you the finished pieces this shine? Was it transparent glue or other products ?

[@dawnhenderson4715]

Do you put resin on the bottom of your items ? If you lay your little creations on their backs do you resin the back where they are laying ? Thanks

[@tammydinh]

yes i do, after one side is cured i’ll resin the other side :)

[@NewmNetwork]

How many times a day do you make items for your shop? Is it a busy day?

[@ruwgirl]

Yay 💖💖

[@m.g.4830]

Could you share what interviews of creatives you watch? You mentioned them at around the 10 min mark

[@marieamelieforrer472]

Hello dear, I have seen you using compressive gloves for hand and wrist pain, do they work well for you ? which one do you use ? I am looking for a good pair because my carpian tunnel and arthritis is becoming too painful when working also if anyone knows of a good brand, I am all ears

[@WitchyHocusPocus]

Sweetie, what product do you use to make your creations super shiny? Or glossy?

[@tammydinh]

UV Resin!

[@dedicated2excel]

What is your CPM for your channel? I have an art channel I am focusing on UV resin and started wondering what were you getting per ad.

[@sailoricq]

I like to put you're videos on in the background while I clean my room or do a little studying, but this time I decided to watch the video. This was the first time I've seen you sculpt a puffercat and laughed at the lobotomy joke. It looks so silly with its head cut off

[@tammydinh]

hahaha im glad you liked it!!!

[@AvaGreenwell-y1l]

iced americano has to be one of the nastiest drinks i make as a barista idk how people drink them

[@kirei1297]

are you working on top of an acrylic board or tempered glass? i just started using polymer clay and am trying to find the best surface to work on top of!

[@tammydinh]

it’s glass :,)!! i took it off of an old coffee table so i’d suggest looking around garage sales or facebook marketplace :)!!

[@kirei1297]

@@tammydinh thank you so much for the info!

[@esthergrinshtein1980]

Good day ! I adore your art ! Could you enumerate the materials you are using plz?❤

[@marianela111]

Just recently came across your channel. One thing I have always wanted to know is do self-employed people such as yourself pay yourself a salary or do you just from your profits as much as you need on a month to month basis. Greetings from London 🇬🇧

[@fionar1656]

Beautiful