How to make a GIANT WORM ATTACK diorama (with BEADBOTS!)

[@StudsonStudio]

Dang Crafsman, this was a good one! Wish I could see this whole diorama scene extrapolated into the a full-length animated film, winner of Best Animated Feature of 2025

[@BillMakingStuff]

Turned out amazing Crafsman, hope you enjoyed making it. Also, quite surreal to pop up in a video you are watching... forgot we filmed that 😂

[@TheCrafsMan]

Uncle Bill, I never would've attempted such a thing if it wasn't for you laying the Beadbot foundation. I did stress a little about how far to go without getting away from the "spirit" of the concept, ultimately taking it to more of a fantasy than rustic sci-fi place. And thank you, so so much, for taking time to do that bit with me!

[@danielcoleman6685]

You guys are awesome

[@wookiebw]

@@TheCrafsMan These are the cleanest beadbots I've ever seen. I'm surprised Bill didn't sneak in later to give them a good rust wash, as he is wont to do.

[@FairyBlackMother]

This was the colab I did not even know I needed! ❤🎉

[@jackiec498]

Well done, so cool...such a formidable opponent.

[@Boylei]

Awesome diorama, Crafsman! Everything turned out great. I'm glad the filaments worked out for ya!

[@TheCrafsMan]

Couldn't have done it without you, my friend!

[@Jimmy-sb3fc]

Where can we buy those filaments? Thanks!

[@Chill1332]

"Then I paint it black and call it........sufficiant." 😂Best in joke ever.

[@TheCrafsMan]

@@Jimmy-sb3fc Search for "flexible LED filaments" (various sellers on Amazon have them available) or places like Adafruit, who sell them under the name "nOOds". Thanks for watching!

[@Jimmy-sb3fc]

Thank you so much, @@TheCrafsMan!

[@CajunCraftastrophe]

Very, very cool! I love the use of gears as the teeth on your main warrior and that wooden shield is so cool! The worm is AWESOME. Man, he's a force to be reckoned with, "He look like his breath stank." It's true. The felting needle is a great trick. Nice! Black 5.75 is good stuff even if it is a little hard to find. What a FUN video, sir, my hat's off to ya!

[@littlebacchus216]

I could almost cry with joy at seeing so many of my favourite crafting, makers and modelers represented in this make. It is uniquely Crafsman and also the community. It warms this jaded old grumps heart to see the respect and camaraderie.

[@TheCrafsMan]

This was such a heartwarming comment. I sincerely appreciate your enthusiasm for what we do. And I can tell you - we appreciate you too, because we wouldn't be doing this if not for people like you!

[@tillmansan]

Just to make it clear to the Algorithm, I am engaged, inspired, educated and enjoy with Mr. Crafsman and his amazing work! If any organic humans are still listening, Keep on Steady Craftin

[@TheCrafsMan]

;) I sincerely appreciate you!

[@Dan_Does]

This is great! Hope you enjoyed it. I especially love the textures on the worm. You're a painter in my eyes!

[@TheCrafsMan]

Dan, I really do appreciate this. And I can genuinely say I did enjoy the build. (Not the EDIT - but certainly the build. LOL!) Thanks again, my friend!

[@txikitofandango]

Sir the way you needled those fibers... Thats the best diorama fire ive ever seen. It's so expressive, and i love that the bot has a friend

[@26dietz]

Love that we are currently in a crafting renaissance where all the master craftsfolk have joined forces to teach and enhance each other's work. Truly impeccable

[@volttherobot]

It's like Watching the Avengers... for REALs... ;)

[@awldune]

It looks so good! That needle felting trick might be something you could teach back to Boylei.

[@TheCrafsMan]

I'm sending some felting needles in his thank-you care package. :D He really hooked me up on those lights (I think it woulda been a month or two wait ordering these) so it's the least I can do.

[@sebastianventura4964]

Its so beautiful to have all these artists being mentioned on your channel. This beautiful community joining together and helping each other

[@danthemakerman]

Wow man your videos are soooo good!!! Don't get me wrong I have always loved your videos but you can see all the effort you are putting in to these. I feel like I am watching a PBS show from back in the day like 3-2-1 Contact, the production value is just next level. Everything is so tight, the editing, the music, the lighting, the voice overs, the builds its really great work all around.

[@JeffJeffers0n]

Indeed, though the production value of a crafsman video is far superior than anything ever shown on TV, the video production in itself is a work of art.

[@TheCrafsMan]

This means so much, y'all! (As soon as I saw "3-2-1 Contact", I *heard* it - can remember those intros like they were yesterday. Maybe because I was still not THAT young when I last saw them. LOL!) For real, y'all - the encouragement and positive feedback on this episode has been overwhelming. :)

[@markdmaker3173]

Wow!!!! You just proved you don’t have to be a farmer to be out standing in your field.

[@TheCrafsMan]

MY MAN! :D Thank you SO MUCH for this delightful comment! P.S. That one alllllways gets a good smile out of me!

[@DanaCornZine]

This was gorgeous. I think we need a SteadyCraftin soundtrack release next.

[@JayFolipurba]

I love how all these crafting channels are friends with each other

[@ApprehensiveWitch]

Man, the music in this video was so perfect and relaxing. Also, your sound mixing skills are so good. We get the detail sound of the work, and your voice, and this background music all at the perfect levels. I just appreciate the artistry of that.

[@jordanWAH]

Crafsman! The music is outstanding in this video! Far out build.

[@noahian3215]

Haven’t watched in 4 years and I’m so insanely upset I have missed so much, I’ve taken on a career in the practical effects and makeup industry and that drive to create with my hands came from your videos, I originally watched because of your relaxing voice but stayed for the creativity, at this point you’ve developed such an amazing sense of comedic timing (which has always been said to be one of the hardest skills in acting and film production), I have a road trip tomorrow where I’m going to have to binge all your videos. Thank you for inspiring me and I’m excited KZbin put you back in my life.

[@oddsparten13]

Spectacular music!

[@usashaz]

You've so steadily raised the bar on each of your videos that now every one looks like a "moon hurdle"! Thanks for sharing your amazing craft knowledge.

[@abisummers6789]

I have followed this channel for years and gosh darn it I'm so glad I did. I absolutely love the work you to Crafsman. love how you show us your process, you give us tips, you encourage our own creativity. you make sure to mention those who have taught you things along the way as well. much love for my favorite crafting channel!!!

[@strayiggytv]

Man is it good to see apoxie sculpt used where necessary inna project. So many creator are glued to their hot glue guns as the only way to attach two pieces together that i get hype anytime i see proper apoxie maling an appearance!

[@tortlecraft4214]

Despite not considering yourself a painter, I think you did a really good job, you just got to believe in yourself. Great video as always😁

[@caldy5786]

Don't miss the Trogdor cameo!! 10:23 Nice work, as usual!

[@wmfwoodworking]

Crafsman! I am so blown away! At first I thought that the LED wire in his mouth didn't look so great. Then a few fluffy stuff and puffs later you show the finished piece and I am incredibly impressed at how good the fire looks. It looks like a freeze frame of fire reflecting off the shield from movie or something. Very fluid motion feel. Impressive and inspiring ❤❤❤thank you for your content

[@Lee-Dixon1987]

Love how this video has such a different flavor to it than usual. I can see the touches of influence from Boylei and Bill making stuff just from the nature of the build alone. Always a pleasure to watch you at work. God bless, sir.

[@TheCrafsMan]

I truly appreciate these words!

[@Lee-Dixon1987]

@TheCrafsMan you're welcome, sir. It does, of course, have your usual touch and style as well.

[@azureskys]

Thank you, TheCrafsMan! This is an absolute work of art and joy to see come together. I truly admire how you envision what can be with all those disparate pieces to put them together into something wonderful! Some stages, to me, don't quite make sense but then as more gets added it turns into an amazingly detailed creation that's real exciting to see come alive.

[@AnnieNoodle]

First, I love watching the collab videos with some of my favorite youtubers. It's kind of like being let into your friendship inner circle. 😊 Second, the build is lovely and is really inspiring me to get into some sculpting I've had on the back burner. Third, loved seeing Trogdor!! And I loved black 5.75. Sounds extra fancy. 😂

[@lanceanderson8318]

You posted this 3 months ago, but it is exactly what I needed today. Your art always inspires, but I want to thank you especially for the work in making the video for us. You are the therapist none of us can afford.

[@joeeads6958]

You have really outdone yourself on this one!!! I was pretty impressed with the bead bot and then you go and make the "Tremor's worm" Thanks for the inspiration and the great entertainment.

[@white348711]

The diorama is so good and it definitely feels like it’s telling a story and it makes me crave watching a stop motion film about these little beadmen fighting against this fire breathing worm

[@nullpainter]

That is truly stunning, Crafsman.

[@dogzer]

It is. I love to say "Crafsman" 😂

[@bookie60]

This episode is a masterpiece! Thank you so much for making your own music. It is so refreshing and relaxing.

[@bonuslifeart]

Crafsman’s visual treats mixed with DJ Blasman’s aural beats, is a combo ya’ll can’t defeat!

[@yummyos]

I really appreciate the incredibly wide variety of materials you use. as a very amateur artist on a tight budget I was surprised how many times I went “oh, I have that” with your supplies. Thanks again for always inspiring me.

[@kenkrugger]

And your filmmaking skills have become just as entertaining as what you’re filming. Still my favorite channel on KZbin.

[@horacechincer]

One of my favorite parts of this is the sound design; from the froggish alien gurgling language (hidden even in the beginning as foreshadowing?) to the more subtle whooshes and transitions and of course the original music. Crafsman continues to up the skill level ante' every time. Nice to see some straight up crafting again, too. Inspiring as always.

[@salvatoreattinello3942]

Outstanding! Your tribute to both "Bill Making Stuff" and "Boylei Hobby Time" was great. You especially made me chuckle with your "black 5.75" and your "call it sufficient". Classic chuckles.

[@m.a.t.t.2978]

Crafsman... In this world of 'hurry up' and instant gratification You Humble us in every way 🙏 in my minds eye ... this is not kitbashing 🔨📌🔩🪚 .....this is healing 😌 you truly.... are Greatness before our eyes. Thankyou ... 💛 stay Awesome ⭐️

[@chasonlapointe]

Fantastic! It's a little Bill, a pinch of Boylei and a whole lot of Steady Craftin!

[@Scissorf4ce]

Honestly, seeing the amazing talented crafsman worries about painting stuff makes me feel a little better about my hobby time 😅

[@sonodrome]

The composition of this piece is amazing, love how it turned out. Also, real nice to hear all the love for other channels :) Keep on steady crafting!

[@TheCrafsMan]

Thanks so much! Unless I'm forgetting a build, this has to be the first time I've actually tried to pose and arrange elements in such a way. And I have to say, while there were times (as ALWAYS - in every video) where I'm not sure if it's going to turn out, it was satisfying when things fell into place. Thanks for watching!

[@bobby_trauma]

Love, love LOVE it, Crafsman! The geek factor is off the charts! ❤ It's perfect in all of it's "sloppiness." And I love that we can see a collection of so many of your acquired techniques through the years. That slow fade primer transition on the worm stumped me. Very slick! And who's hand is that at the 25:40 mark??? Love on you, sir!!

[@NotMorganFreeman.]

Craftsman has an uncanny ability to make something complex look simple. Crafting, video and editing.

[@gierasole]

seeing a tall person in crafsman's workshop was crazy! it makes it look so small, but crafsman uses his space well :3 clearly he built it with every BODY in mind hehe

[@xSpaghettyx]

For some reason I felt so happy when I saw you bring back needle felting 😊 I was like "Hey, that's that curious little thing he did a while ago!'" Great video!

[@TheCrafsMan]

:D So happy to read this! It was neat (made me remember the magnetic one we made and all - LOL!) and I was so hoping we still had folks around who caught that old episode. :D

[@lewiekong]

Love how this started as a Bill Making Stuff video, ended a Boylei video but was still 100% a Craftsman video.

[@eleayafrost7951]

I really enjoyed this episode. I can't believe you made little characters with so much personality out of beads. Also, I love your videos because they are calm, and your voice is soothing. Thank you for sharing.

[@Bogart745]

That tiny Trogdor the Burninator is Amazon. Love your channel so much. Also always so happy to see two of my favorite KZbin crafters get together

[@glenmchargue5461]

Now that I've watched this once I think that I could just listen to it as I fall asleep. The voice and soundscape is perfect for drifting off to sleep. Loved this. The whole aesthetic of it is great.

[@TylerProvick]

I've seen people use cotton wool for all sorts of hobby and miniature wargame applications, but you are the first I've seen felting it to give it structure, which is an excellent idea.

[@deets2895]

No Crafsman, no thank you. No, thank you, yeah.. Was having a not great day and now i'm smiling :) Loved following the collaboration with you guys and have enjoyed everything about it. Four of my favorite crafters/artists on youtube, and two of the four in my own state, thank you.

[@TheCrafsMan]

Hey, thank you so much for the kind words. I sincerely hope you are having a much better day! So glad you enjoyed this one, and that it came at a good time. This comment means a lot.

[@andyspillum3588]

Thank You! I often get frustrated/embarrassed/ashamed of my talent/skill level (or lack thereof) after watching Dr. Garuda and/or Art Chong Art, because their work is SO precise and realistic, and seems so effortless. But you and Bill Making Stuff (hi Bill) remind me that I can just make what I want with whatever I have at hand. Though because nobody but me and Kitten-Face will ever see the things I make, I (in my head) feel justified in expecting perfection and I don't have the talent my brain seems to think I must. So Thank You (and Bill. hi again Bill) for giving me another voice to argue against my brain with. So I will keep on Shaky Crafting

[@TheCrafsMan]

This means a lot to me (and I'm sure Bill would appreciate as well)! It's also extra reassurance. I like to show how low-tech this can be, because I talk to so many people who are intimidated by even the idea of *trying* to make something. It's disheartening, because I know how much MENTAL HEALTH benefit in particular I get from crafting, and I want other people to experience this for themselves. So please, sincerely, know that you CAN make something: Start simple (I used to see how much I could make out of JUST aluminum foil, for example) and slowly develop both: - Skill. - Your own "voice" or style. Also, I find that creative type folks often have *less grace for themselves* than they do for other artists. ie. Things we criticize about our own work might not bother us when we see it in someone else's work. (For the record, I see channels like Studson, Boylei, CCMinis, Craftastrophe, Bill Making Stuff, etc. and feel so very inadequate. Their work to me is much cleaner, more polished, witty, and better presented. But comments like yours go a lonnng way in helping me maintain some degree of confidence! Thank you so much! Stay creative!)

[@BillMakingStuff]

Nah you're my inspiration crafsman.

[@andyspillum3588]

@@TheCrafsMan Oh I've been sculpting since I was a kid, and I make stuff all the time, it's just like you said, I am over-critical of my own work, I think I feel because I am only making it for me, I somehow am supposed to be "better" than I actually am? If that makes any sense?

[@andyspillum3588]

@@BillMakingStuff Oh hey, I was just talking about you

[@andyspillum3588]

@@BillMakingStuff Well Both of y'all got me through 2020 anyway (and I totally steal techniques from both of ya, and Boylie HT aswell)

[@starwyvern010]

That was an absolute delight! I love your brave little bead bot that's climbing the worm!

[@hope4ourfallen]

You good sir are a national Treasure. You are both humble and AMAZINGLY TALENTED! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH for sharing your works with us lucky folks...❤Craftsman 🙏🏆🙏

[@berticusmaximus8381]

CrafsMan: I'm not a painter. Paints incredibly. CrafsMan: I'm not very electrical. Electricals incredibly. The videography is off the hook. The production value mind blowing.

[@clarewillison9379]

Crafsman, I admire and appreciate everything you do but these are my favourite favourites videos. I had such a massive smile all the way through, just love your creative soul and your adorable ingenious makings. Thank you for making the world a brighter place.

[@Geeklord1999]

I love this diorama. The felted cotton is something I`ve never seen before in fire effects... shaped the flames beautifully. The strange bead bot bodies and alien creature in a fantasy setting reminds me of a forgotten beast from Dwarf fortress.

[@Nacthem]

I'm glad Crafsman acknowledges Trogdor as the formidable opponent he is.

[@garybuettner7920]

Love it. I’m so nerdy, but I love that you guys all know each other. I really love when you show the thought processes and the figuring it out of it. Very encouraging. I haven’t respected a puppet so much since Kermit the frog. 😜

[@RuthlessMojo]

A small hobby bench vice is a great addition to any workbench. It makes things much easier when you’re cutting or sawing, like the head bead you did. You can even get them with different face plates for use with irregular shapes or different materials.

[@Matt-md5yt]

Craftsman did something new based on a couple friends. that is awesome. still glad you guys got to hang out

[@KaterinaDeAnnika]

The levels of change the model went through from the start to your final vision was just..revelatory. This is WONDERFUL. It turned out even better than expected and I expect so much from you and you always deliver. That is so cool. I’d pay so much to have a model of that on a shelf lol. Have you ever considered reaching out to squidmar miniatures and seeing if ya’ll could do a collab where you maybe make a monster/creature for their 40k figures and they paint up some figures for you and you can do a stop motion or a set or something? They have a very large community and their painting videos for figures and plastics are on another level. They also do WONDERS with their bases and adding such depth to their scenarios. No pressure. Just thought it would be super duper cool. Thank you so much for the obvious HOURS and HOURS spent building, painting, and editing this!

[@Adam-zc3of]

Man! More of these please! This has to be one of my favorite videos you've done and I love all of the wonderful expressiveness of this diorama!

[@TheCrafsMan]

Thanks, buddy! Your feedback is taken to heart. P.S. Do you enjoy the Dollar Tree kitbash/builds? I ask because I've got this little Christmas villager who looks like he needs to be operating a mech or a tank or something. :D

[@Adam-zc3of]

@@TheCrafsMan I love all your stuff man! Keep all the crazy builds coming!

[@TheAndrian463]

Top stuff there. Really love the bark trick; the worm somehow reminds me of a D&D purple worm or Overworm.

[@fancifuldevices]

There’s so much in this video like the cabochons around the base of the worm creature’s feet or the frog face on the little bot, or the energy and life in the poses. But also? This music is AMAZING. Combined with your voice I went into a trance.

[@longhornboi16]

Man, this came out SOOOO GOOD! I'm really impressed and shocked when i think it was all done with easy to find materials.

[@BernardSandler]

So gorgeous. Such personality. Trogdor the Burninator. Beautiful work. Thank you.

[@CharacterDesignForge]

Oooooh this one is gonna do REALLY well. Love this one Crafsman! Super expressive characters!

[@CharacterDesignForge]

This better be a new most popular upload by the end of the week. Outstanding

[@TheCrafsMan]

@@CharacterDesignForge You're so kind, uncle Brookes! It means a lot hearing things like this from someone at your level.

[@Tallen79]

So cool! I think one of the things that stands out is how you see a lot of skills you've built over the years come together when you work on a bigger deeper project like this. It was an absolute blast to watch. And as always the music was just top notch, I remember how at 1st everyone was worried at the idea of you implementing music because we were afraid we'd get less Crafsman talking time, but you've always found a great balance, and now I can't imagine your videos without it.

[@martagilvazartlife]

Your videos heal the soul, can't feed the squirrels nuts without thinking of "pee can" nuts 😅, thank you

[@nikidocious6433]

From a decades long crafter/designer. You made quite an awesome scrstch build. We tend to be our own worst critics at times. Thank you for sharing your crafting experiences with us. ✌🏽&🖖🏽 Mr. Craftman 🙂👍🏼

[@jackiec498]

He just likes to stay humble, he's definitely a professional no doubt. Humility is such a rare virtue anymore

[@Charlie-eh2wj]

The fire blast is incredible! Im blown away, that was such a cool idea and one i never would have thought of. Awesome work!

[@TheCrafsMan]

Thank you so much! Credit to Boylei Hobby Time for introducing me to the filament fire blast technique. :D

[@haych_de8026]

The sound design when you showed the finished piece at the end... I am gobsmacked that was amazing

[@kindafoggy]

Oooo! Like crossing a lamprey and a crawdad---it's a Shai-Hulud! And a Mouse Guard fan, no less ❤

[@TallonC]

This is absolutely incredible. It’s awesome seeing detailed original work like this.

[@shannelowe183]

Thats probably one of my favorite creations i have seen, i love the teeth and the expression, the whole build was cool to see

[@dougLinker]

Fantastic!

[@gurufoxx]

Oh this is delightful! Your "not a painter" paint job came out great and the build is fantastic! I wish I had your instinctive scratch-buildy mindset and creativity. I tried sculpting hair on a figure and basically made head-sausages, lol. Thank you for always making my day bright and sunny, Crafsman ^_^

[@TheCrafsMan]

😂 I so laughed at “head sausages”. I have never heard that. Stay with it! Somewhere head sausages may be THE style.

[@wingnutbert9685]

That jar/eye dropper dispenser for the baking soda is really brilliant!!!!! Thanks!

[@jodezero]

Absolutely stunning. Great job. Looks amazing. Thanks for the build. You get Bill Making Stuff, Boylei, and Steady Crafting! Outstanding.

[@pauly7218]

Crafsman, you CRUSHED THIS! Seriously, this came out so great.... Thanks for taking us along on this adventure....

[@andreweverett]

Lol, "paint it with some Black 5.75. and call it sufficient." Best crossover I've heard all year. Shout out Boylei

[@TheRetroTinker]

Absolutely awesome work Crafsman!! I love how everyone’s bead bots have their own distinctive style, and these are absolutely packed with Crafsmanicity!

[@TWITCHINGDG]

😱 I gotta say, I 'dabble' in polymer & resin "crafs" (so does my bestie) & I love your videos & your crafts. I was recently showing her your channel/work while the kiddos were having a run 'round. We both loved the sneak peak of this lamp,, reminded us of the sand worms from Beetlejuice.

[@aaronbold8715]

Man, what an awesome little piece this turned out to be! Thanks for the relaxing video after a 12 hour shift in the Texas heat, Crafsman. Crafson is getting pretty talented with his own sculpts too and I’m excited to see where they go!

[@buckb6976]

I love when Bill crosses paths with Crafsman! I love beadbots and have always meant to try making one. Great video... So fun!!!

[@BaDazai]

Lol 😂😅 24:13 ".. the last thing to do is to paint it with some black 5.75 and call it sufficient". @BoyleiHobbyTime. ❤ BTW, this turned out soo good, I'm rooting for the bead bots, I can imagine them as real animated characters and would love to see their adventures on screen. Hollywood and game developers need to start partnering with craftsman on KZbin. 😊

[@Rab_1967]

Brilliant piece of scratch building, Crafty-MAN!

[@danajackson2934]

Like the boylei inspired thumbnail!

[@TheCrafsMan]

Thank you! And yes ma'am, 100% inspired by Boylei! :D That young man's on a whole different level though. :)

[@ISawSomethingOnTheInternet]

Beautiful process and results! Thanks so much for sharing your art, techniques and unique brand of humor. Much love!

[@sebastiangurgul6712]

I am here for the making of this bologna monster. Rock on, Crafsman!

[@soarinsuzi7206]

Love that your beadbots still had the classic Crafsman vibe. Such a fun video

[@joshuahancock2079]

Gosh I love this little scratch build community. This build is such an awesome tribute to both Bill and Boylei while still having that Crafsman spirit.

[@BenderIsGr]

Great work Crafsman! Overjoyed to see Bill in a video with you! I love the soundtrack for this video!

[@Stolas.the.Enby1312]

This is one of the most wholesome, chill videos I've ever watched. Just absolute vibe. Immediate subscribe.

[@stewartbeaumont7847]

Crafsman! That priming transition was buttery smooth! Amazing work

[@TheCrafsMan]

Thank you! :D I took a pencil and traced around the base while it was on the workbench, got my shot, didn't move the camera, ran outside to prime it, set it back in the spot, and picked back up filming. :) Then it's just a cross-dissolve between the two shots as my hand went down the side of the screen. Thank you for watching!

[@IngDebo]

Love the music! Beautiful diorama, nice painting too.

[@HaydnSR]

Great job Crafsman!! One of my favourite projects of yours, which is saying a lot! Blackwashing is like magic!

[@dragonosx]

This turned out awesome! Love all the different techniques and materials used, adds so much texture and visual interest on every surface. I think the beadbots contrast really well with the worm, with them being mechanical/cool color scheme and the worm more warm and organic. Lighting effects look great too.