The MAITLANDS are HOME! 🤍🖤🤍 New DOLLS for my Beetlejuice Dollhouse! (and Give-Away!)

[@zeldaveeblefetzer3475]

I recently re-watched Beetlejuice because of this series. It's been so fun! I wish Tim Burton could see these videos and the final project. ❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww yay! That would be cool if he did see it sometime. It's been fun to really dive into the movie's style and vibe!

[@pamellia]

Can you send him a link, when it is all finished? I bet a lot of people would like to see it!!

[@littlepaperworlds4048]

Haha yep me too. Right after last week’s video!

[@jentimmy]

Watched it for the first time because of this wanted to understand it all

[@queencityminis]

I rewatched too!

[@rachaelkasper5445]

Oh! I just had an idea...for the scary faces that Barbara and Adam have in the movie, maybe some "Polaroid" pictures in Lydia's room? She took pictures of them as ghosts in sheets, so it might make sense to have pictures of Adam and Barbara in some of their other looks. As a teenager, she could have them all posted on a black bulletin board in her room? LOL I can just see Lydia doing something like that.

[@fancifuldevices]

That sounds awesome

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I really like that idea! Even if I make them in 3D somewhere else I think it would be fun for them to be in a polaroid too! Maybe a whole bulletin board of photos from the movie?

[@dougsundseth6904]

As a regular figure painter, I will recommend that you do _not_ get a particularly small brush for figure painting. For reference, most of the figures I paint are nominally 28mm tall, so maybe 1/6 the height of your figures (and 1/36 the surface area). I regularly recommend that figure painters get larger brushes with a really good point instead. The problem with very small brushes is that the paint tends to dry between the palette and the figure, and even if you're fast enough to get the brush to work, you spend a lot of effort reloading the brush. With a larger brush with a proper paint load, you can paint very fine details for a minute or more without running out of paint and without the paint getting crusty on the brush. I generally use a Kolinsky Sable brush in #1 or #2 sizes. I prefer Winsor & Newton Series 7 (not Series 7 Mini), Rafael Series 8404 or 8408, or da Vinci Maestro Series 10 or 35 brushes. They're significantly more expensive, but I've been using my current brush for about 18 months now and it still has a great point that I can use for freehand, eyes, and other small details. Just a suggestion.

[@nickimcpheehals572]

Barbara and Adam are home at last! They turned out great!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!! I can't wait to get their attic done so they can finally feel more at home lol!

[@malyssa_]

You're a genius - this is amazing! 👏👏👏

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! 😊

[@agneschrismer9946]

I am always so amazed at the work you do. You are the best.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

😊 Thank you Agnes!

[@AmberMarieArtStudio]

I absolutely Love watching all of your videos! ❤️🥰😍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!!😊❤

[@AK47MR408miniPIT]

I know you like creating you know they have action figures from Neca but I like your details on the faces

[@britanyrossetti5342]

Amazing progress for Beetlegust! It’s all coming together wonderfully!🖤💚

[@simonejohnson1993]

I think... when you go to do the attic... on 1 wall, draw out the door to "the other side" and do Adam and Barbara's scare faces poking out, like they are checking if the coast is clear. So it looks like they are coming back in through the door. I love this series. Beetlejuice is one of my fave films, I can't wait for number 2!

[@TheUndeadOfNight]

The Maitlands look great , nice to see them at home . The hair must have been stressful , wispy strands and glue . The weeping angel playing peek-a-boo with baby Dr. Who is too funny😄

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Wigging can definitely be stressful but I get more comfortable with it everytime I finish one😊 I just knew there would be some people out there who would like the shirt reference ;)

[@littlepaperworlds4048]

That’s what I thought too; that hair must be so hard but she makes it come out so amazing

[@erinmalone2669]

I only found your channel about a week ago and have been binging every single Beetlejuice episode, and I absolutely cannot wait to see more. Beetlejuice is my favorite and you are too talented for words. This can’t be the only one for the year! There’s so much left to do! I need more more more!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much for watching my channel and I am so happy you have been enjoying this project❤ I plan to get back to some Beetlejuice stuff in December ;) I am not ready to be done with making things either, but another project desperately needs my attention😄

[@erinmalone2669]

@BentleyHouseMinis I've had a mini planned inside a lunch box for over 10 years and seeing how it's really possible has re-lit my desire! Thank you for so many tutorials!

[@khazbar]

Such a fun month with Beetlegust once again ❣️❣️ Just cannot believe how quickly it's gone by 😮 The characters are really making this whole project come alive - just amazing, as usual 😃💕😃

[@Mr.Dorsey78]

They look great, glad they're finally back in their home.... 🖤

[@lesliejohnson8738]

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed Beetlegust 2023. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us.

[@karanstirling8638]

Wow! Adam and Barbara look fab… can’t wait for Deetz-mas now! ❤🏠❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yay! Thank you! I am excited for it too!

[@mickeychick6903]

We love your videos! Exciting to see the Maitlands!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!! I hope they can finally help me keep Beetlejuice in line around here😄

[@queencityminis]

I love the dolls' reaction walking into the living room. They hate it! On brand

[@vickinoeske1154]

Totally fantastic. If you do do the scary faces for the two main characters, I think masks are the way to go. Love the house with Delia's bizarre decor.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am definitely going to give the masks a try and see how they go. Thank you so much Vicki!

[@oliviadearth7741]

Absolutely Fantastic Ara!! They look great the house looks great!🎉🎉🎉the waiting room!! So great with them in it!!🎉❤

[@tinynina76]

Yes, I just so enjoy Beetlegust! Look forward to it every year! AND, it's looking great! Your channel is so much fun, and I learn a lot, too! Thank you for your hard work, Ara, I appreciate it. 🤩💞💝❣ HAPPY BEETLEGUST!!

[@ArtsyMario]

They came out so great! I love how they look. As for making the monstrous version of Adam and Barbara and them in their wedding gowns, maybe you can paint a picture of them. Pictures of them in their wedding outfits and pictures of them in their monstrous facial expressions and have it hanged up somewhere the house. That way, you made them in their alternative versions and it saves you the time to having to create extra versions of them. 😊 Its an idea. Ara, if you want, you can do it or no, its ok.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Your comment gave me an idea... I have no idea how to do it, but it would be fun if I could do one of those portraits where it changes depending on where you are standing... so you if you are standing to the left you see them normal, and to the right you see their skeletal form! That would be hard to do I imagine! But love the portrait idea!

[@lindastowars7346]

Adam and Barbara turned out so nice, love them...

[@cheryleisellong8501]

I really enjoyed your last Beetlejuice of August.

[@historybuff7491]

II like how the Maitlands turned out. It is making things look more like the Beetlejuice house.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!

[@veronikapilatova5777]

I really love how the dolls came together and using the back of the fabric for Barbara's dress was a stroke of genius!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Veronika!!

[@Stonegrow]

Following your 'Beetlejuice journey' is amazing❤

[@dannielle1068]

I’ve been watching your videos for the last 3/4 years and every new video still amazes me and the talent that you possess is unreal!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you for watching for so long! That means a lot to me😊

[@recoveringsoul755]

The. Clothes really do make them. What great little bodies!! So nice they could come home

[@lizcockrum9413]

What a great job on the dolls! You captured their likeness so well!!!!!. I love how the first floor turned out😀 Thanks for sharing Ara.

[@yungzubass9648]

❤😊 … oh my goodness they all came out fantastic and marvelous.

[@debbralehrman5957]

That was kinda fun watching you and your seemingly big hand putting things back in. Thanks Ara 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌹🌹🌹

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

😊 thank you😄

[@REALBETTYBOO]

Yesss!! I’ve been waiting until now... to go rewatch the movie, a childhood fave! The waiting room is AMAZING!! 😍🤩😍

[@joannecalman9154]

I too have repeatedly watched the B word several times since you have begun this project. I have loved every minute thank you, So inspiring.

[@christineingram55]

They look great ,I think you did the outfits so well as they are tiny .They will be great in the house too 🥰

[@paperdoll1982]

Always happy to see a Beetlejuice video, looking forward to Deetz-ember!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! Me too!

[@ZombyGamerKat]

Honestly watching your videos makes me so happy I am in love with the beetlejuice project

[@brianahawkins8124]

They looks amazing, ya removing their heads would be hard so maybe a mask or maybe another doll either way would be easier. Mommies little help did a great job thumbs up for Stormy. Have a great weekend.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I definitely will try masks to see how they look. Hopefully that will work ;) Thank you!

[@brianahawkins8124]

@@BentleyHouseMinis Yw, & if it doesn't work then hey at least it was a good start.

[@SconeMonster]

It's really great to see the house coming together more and more. There are just so many awesome little detailed things!

[@michelleg1342]

Everything looks soooooo amazing!! 👏👏👏👏

[@jojosmumdorothy2829]

🎉thankyou for sharing 🎉

[@screamingmimi90]

For crying out loud, Ara. That’s spectacular! I love the little Ara and the Maitlands dolls. Unmistakable who they are. I love all of it. The level of detail is extreme. So much beautiful work you’ve done! Warm wishes from Minnesota! ❤❤❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much for that!! I appreciate it😊

[@denisepeters7220]

Love the Barbara and Adam and the house so far

[@jaimee1724]

Love Beetlegust, what a great video to end it with! 💚

[@pixiemama]

Brilliant as always. You are the most inspiring person on KZbin. ❤❤❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww wow! Thank you❤

[@Mmmarkles]

I always love watching your videos Ayra. You're very creative and lovely. I happily like each video and it bothers me that anyone could even think to dislike. Anyway, I really enjoy watching you sculpt characters. This project is really coming along nicely!! I can't wait for more! 💖😁🤘

[@wormholehead]

I love these dolls by Mysfit, and would definitely buy some for my own projects. Brilliant idea! And Barbara and Adam look fantastic! Beetle-gust has been a blast.

[@yomariecolon8511]

This is amazing!!! Looks like them 😮🎉

[@robertine.atelier]

You did it again ! Human figure is not easy to sculpt indeed ! Well done !

[@littlegretchensworkshop7665]

You did a wonderful job on the FACES! I have never seen Dolls like that! You nailed it re styling them! Alot of People don't understand how difficult Doll FACE sculpting is! Loved how you added the paper clay with glue to the resin for adhesion! Thank you for sharing ❤!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Gretchen! I really appreciate it! It is such a difficult process but I get more comfortable with it each time I sculpt. It's going to be a lifelong journey in minis when it comes to making little people!

[@littlegretchensworkshop7665]

@@BentleyHouseMinis That is a Fact I have been making Dolls for years and still have plenty of ROOM for Growth!😄

[@teresa62ish]

You are a great artist!!

[@mirandaschristiancrafts9092]

Watching you make the characters is one of favorite things to watch. I love seeing how the characters come out looking. ❤

[@amiedailey1471]

They look great! So fun to watch the progress of this project! Can't wait to see what's next!

[@kaelbellchambers]

Adam and Barbara look great. Well done! It's amazing to see how much of this project you have got done. Fun seeing it all come together and remembering you making all those bits and pieces. Love this project. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I hope to keep moving from room to room like I have been doing. It makes it so rewarding when all of the pieces make a cohesive diorama! Thank you so much!

[@carissakirksey6606]

I have so enjoyed following the Beetlejuice journey so far! Thank you for sharing!

[@teddybeeandme]

Thank you for another amazing Beetlegust 😊.. i think you need a mini Stormy to accompany mini Ara on her tours of your projects ❤

[@amvive08]

Thank you for an amazing beetlegust!

[@chrissychris1360]

Yesss, I love it.. gorgeous... I can't get enough of your talent.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

😊😊 Thank you!

[@meagancotton3208]

I am glad you are doing more in Deetzember cause it's so sad when Beetlegust is over! Really cool to see how everything came together!

[@WhitneyLaBrie]

I'm obsessed with these dolls! They look so so awesome! I need these in my life. Great idea turning the fabric inside out, little genius! And the masking tape shoes! WOW!!!

[@BejaVue]

They look so good!!!

[@lfarren1020]

Beautiful work on the dolls. The faces and hairstyles look great. They seem very happy with the clothes and shoes you made for them. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talents.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!! I will have to make shoes like these again in the future because they went pretty easily!

[@rachaelkasper5445]

This was so much fun! Thank you for some new techniques for clothing and shoes. Adam and Barbara turned out super cute...I think you nailed it! Seeing everything all placed together around the house is so satisfying. I'm looking forward to Deetz-ember! LOL This project just keeps getting more and more fun. This made my day! Thank you!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad you enjoyed it! I am excited for the methods too! I am always looking for easier ways to make things as long as the results still look just as good ;) And sleeves were always so frustrating! Thank you Rachael!

[@marygatdula2744]

​@BentleyHouseMinis Get yourself a Barbie Doll clothes pattern. It doesn't really matter what clothes. The instructions in there will be extremely helpful for you! You won't believe the steps they do. SO EASY! I made some Barbie Doll clothes for my 2 oldest grand daughters when they were little, and I was amazed that I could do it. They came out awesome!

[@phoenixfrommars5832]

Nooo DX i cann´t believe its allready over. i love the Beetlejuice crafts more than anything. maybe to play Tribute to Barbara and Adams more Ghoulish appearance, you could make little Statues or Busts. In the End Deliah sculpted a Beeteljuice Headsculpt, maybe she did the same with what she saw Adam and Barb looking.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Great idea! I might do paintings or a sculpture or both some how! I am so glad you have been enjoying this project!😊

[@afroborilafemme]

Wow! Ara you did such a great job with the face details. ❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you😊😊

[@barbkeith2697]

OH, Ara! They’re awesome! I love how the house is coming along. Fantastic!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Barb😊

[@claireful]

Amazing. It’s been a massive amount of progress this month! ❤

[@donnadintino8562]

love seeing the details and progress on this house!

[@Camilla.x]

You make SO SO So many amazing things! Love them all! 😍

[@teganjayne8439]

Love watching you create this project ❤

[@meganjohnson9540]

Wow, lady! Faxes are so tricky…so many specific bumps. You’re work is an inspiration! Thank you. Thanks to Stormy, too.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yes they are super tricky! One facial feature in the wrong or right place can make or break it! Thank you and I will pass your message onto Stormy ;)

[@Philly215CMiller]

You did such an amazing job with everything especially the house

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!!

[@_random_tm_7982]

I can't wait to see how Lydia turns out!

[@PerfectionHairDesign]

You are such a phenomenal artist!! The end results of this last month blow my mind!! It's no wonder your art is in museums!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

😊😊 Thank you!

[@pegbolan5439]

You are such an inspiration to me. Can't wait to see more Beetlejuice!

[@estherm7070]

Ara, you make it look so easy. Great idea making the shoes. Your so awesome. I get so happy when you upload a new video 💐 Have a great weekend!😊

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Esther! I appreciate that so much!😊

[@kalishke1]

They turned out amazing! 🥰

[@ScrappingPosh]

I met Maya at a dollhouse show in Cleveland and got one of her dolls. They are lovely and her displays are to die for. TFS

[@tammiemoney2607]

I love the water and conditioner idea! I made curly hair by heating a brass rod with a hair-dryer and carefully wrapping the viscose around it. I needed to use pliers to hold the brass rod because it was so hot! Water and conditioner is a lot safer

[@dionneeason]

You do such beautiful work. Thank you for the opportunity to win. 😊

[@marty3697]

Beautifully done. All the dolls, the house are perfect!

[@theysayiamdifferent]

Thank you for sharing. Your videos make me so happy!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww yay! That makes me happy too!

[@pamelaanger1425]

Adam and Barbara turned out just great! They look so perfect in the house, and I'm so excited to be tagging along on your Beetlejuice journey. :) It still is my son's favorite movie after 30+ years!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Pamela! It was fun to add them in!😊

[@tinykeyholeminis]

I loved this episode..sooo fun!🤗 The Maitlands are great! They look really good in the house, even the waiting room👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 the whole process of this video was super fun to watch!😍 ..looks like Beetlejuice sat next to the head shrinker😂🥰

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

😄😄 That's a great excuse for the size of his head... he is mid-shrink lol! Thank you so much my friend!

[@carolrayk]

What fun watching your process.

[@argusfleibeit1165]

Wonderful! (I wish I could glue my glasses to my head). The whole project is amazing.

[@ruthkaiser6168]

Ara, great job with Barbara and Adam. Your dolls are getting better and better. I was thinking with Barbara's dress put a belt around her waist using the right side of the fabric, would look nice. What do you think? I love the house when you put all the furniture in. It looked so nice.

[@CrystalMuncy]

Thanks. I learn a lot watching your videos.

[@barbaramccullough604]

That looks amazing! Since it’s one of my favorite movies, I was enthralled with this. Great work on the dolls!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yay! I am so glad you like it!

[@Stacy_SJA]

Wow! These dolls are definitely a step up in miniatures! Especially with the larger heads, there’s more to actually see & look at! The detail work you did came out AMAZING!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! And they are so great to pose as well which makes the dolls feel like more of a part of the project when they can interact with it.

[@traciakierman1]

I'm loving this project and I'm excited to hear you might do Deetz-cember!

[@chelledawn3971]

I LOVE this project ❤❤

[@michikos533]

Great I Love it

[@ScottRudolph1A]

They turned out great! The whole project really is awesome! I agree with the other posters...I wish these stars could see this.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Scott!! Maybe one day!

[@helenrobinson2782]

Brilliant dolls. Attention to detail is spot on - except what about a buckle on Adam’s belt? Maybe draw it on with a fine metallic marker pen? The Maitlands’ look fantastic sat in the waiting room and I’d forgotten how great Delia’s artwork is. Thanks for sharing this with us. X

[@MercedesWoodall]

Looks great!!

[@pamelajohnson6463]

Ara they came out so nice i love it 💖💖💖💖

[@LeeAnnH7878]

Lydia!!!!!! Things are coming along!

[@lmdj76able]

Wow Ara, you never seize to amaze me! Wonderful 👏🏻👏🏻

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! 😊

[@melniee2551]

Just loved this video. As a seamstress I was a little sad by all the gluing of the clothes, but they look great so your way is better than mine! lol :) Love the final results!!

[@queencityminis]

Idk how you have the patience. I'm very crafty, but sewing is my arch nemesis. I glue, too. Otherwise, I'd never make clothing at all.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am definitely starting to see the benefit of sewing over gluing and may do more and more of it in the future! However gluing is how I learned and that was on dolls who's clothes were permanent. Make clothes that are removable is a whole new world!

[@melniee2551]

@@queencityminis To be fair, sewing on this small a scale IS a royal pain!! But you can find ways to make it a bit easier, like cutting the shirt (for example) bigger and then cutting it to the right size, thereby making the seams less tiny. There is also hand sewing (which I loathe), but even that (for me) is less "painful" than gluing! Haha, it is not a knock on anyone who glues, as I said the gluing results look great! But sewing is how I learned and so gluing seams just makes my head spin and heart palpitate a bit! I will try glue in the future though, anything to make things more quickly and still have good results is something worth trying. It just means more trips to the sink to clean off the messy, messy, glue!