My favorite animation tool: The WINDER.

This video shows how I use a professional winder tool to animate walking, running, and jumping.
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[@TheCrafsMan]

Steady Craftin videos are made with the help of DIRECT SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/steadycraftin (You'll also get access to the printable 3D scans of my original sculpted figures, MP3s, exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, shop discounts, and more.) My family and I are so grateful that I get to do this.

[@sixdouble532one]

CrafsMan, I love to see that your KZbin channel/Patreon has opened up the opportunity for you to do what you love, stop-motion and animation, on a daily basis! Love following your journey.

[@Lufelo]

Right?! I remember one of his first videos I saw of him like 3/4 years ago was him making figures, casting and molding them to make multiples and I just saw his channel pop up after so long and he’s animating now?!

[@user-lt2rw5nr9s]

You are the Bob Ross of KZbin crafting and animation. Keep doing what you do!

[@diamonddogie]

Bob Ross at least had a prettier voice

[@major_ity]

@@diamonddogie That's not nice. He's trying his best, and most of us can understand him well.

[@liamangelo2669]

Listening to the patience and calmness in your voice makes today’s problems seem not so bad. I really only meant to watch an animation tutorial, but I got even more. Thank you.

[@discosludge]

New Crafsman video means: work STOPS volume UP creativity ON relaxation COMMENCES

[@SaintSaint]

I always feel better after watching steadyCraftin. When I'm down, steadyCraftin makes me okay. When I'm doing good, steadyCraftin makes me smile.

[@artyu13]

Im so glad im getting Steady Craftin recommended to me again, im watching all of the videos I missed out on crafsman

[@CharacterDesignForge]

Delightful and relatable outtakes at the end! LOVE that you're equipped with that Winder, this work has been looking so excellent! You've grown so instantly into this role, It's like you've been animating for decades. Can't wait to see more!

[@nwut]

wtfrick

[@cobiandiego5896]

whoa its you

[@samTollefson]

Crafsman, yours are the only videos that I listen to with headphones. It doesn't even matter what the subject matter is, the quality of your voice and sound makes it a rich and rewarding experience! Thank You!

[@TCCR]

Loved the mini-animations you sprinkled throughout the video. Production value is top-notch. It’s been fun to watch your channel evolve over the years. Great work, sir.

[@Boylei]

Awesome video! Can’t wait to see the rest of the animation things you’ve been working on.

[@ltlbuddha]

But you HAVE to wait, because this is the way time works. Unless you've invented a time machine...Have you invented a time machine? And you are holding it back from the rest of us? rude Seriously, though, can I borrow it? No, not for anything nefarious, why would you think that? Third time a fancy, aquarium fish has accused me of nefarious activity...

[@PatrickBergersen]

You sir, have a very relaxing voice, I love writing while listening to your videos. God bless!

[@andrewhofmann5453]

We love you too Crafsman!

[@Martin-bx1et]

Nice! Tip: You can draw those division scales on elastic bands and stretch them to get quick 'eased' motion of any length.

[@thatssoweirdhonest]

i'm not an animator, but i'm curious what you mean if you don't mind explaining a little bit

[@Martin-bx1et]

@@thatssoweirdhonest at around 7:08 TheCrafsMan is drawing graduations on a rule so that he can direct a pointer on the rig to control the speed and acceleration. Typically, 'easing' the movement might involve gradually expanding the space between the marks and then bunching them up again to reverse the effect. Instead of creating the marks from scratch for each movement, marks on an elastic band can be stretched between different points to suit a particular move. (You will still need to create different scales to match the overall number of frames but this should cut out a lot of repetition.)

[@thatssoweirdhonest]

@@Martin-bx1et ahh thanks for the detailed response :)

[@TheCrafsMan]

This is the first time I've heard of that trick, and it's SLICK! Thank you so much!

[@djinngeist114]

Always a lovely day when you get to spend some time with the CrafsMan

[@justonky]

The Craftsman is as iconic as Bob Ross. Much respect from one creator to another.

[@StephenKoplin]

I'm so glad I'm not the only one that needs multiple takes to get simple lines right! Difference is that Crafsman ends up with something great when he gets through it

[@victoriaeads6126]

One of the things I like about your channel is the variety of topics you cover. It's clear that, like me, you have a lot of interests that you like exploring.

[@OomPapaMaoMao]

Ill never get over how cozy your shop and workspace is.

[@Gui.marino]

My favorite craft yotuber: YOU!

[@andrewbenge2040]

Crafsman, I just want you to know, I am constantly impressed by your creativity and problem solving. I really appreciate you, and your projects. Thank you for being you, Crafsman.

[@TeamBatman137productions]

Love seeing you've uploaded Crafsman!

[@akehapkap6143]

Just found this channel. I like the ways of making figures and animation, but that way of speaking makes me in awe. English is not even my language, I’m Danish lives in Norway. I love your videos crafsman, your videos makes me relaxxx.

[@absotivelypawsilutely]

I am thoroughly enjoying watching you get more and more into animating, it's so fascinating to hear about and I think that someone who's still actively passionate and curious and learning more every day about something makes the best teacher. It also makes me so happy when I see people helping you out too because you totally deserve it! It's always appreciated that when a piece of kit is likely to be out of people's budget that you give suggestions on how to come up with DIY solutions.

[@hermanturnip3984]

Love your voice and cadence, and really dig the puppet. Can't believe I haven't seen your channel before. You keep doing you. Subscribed!

[@DS2CV]

Just showed up in my recommended column today - watched 4 in a row. I can't stop wondering: is that a voice he created for the puppet character, or do you think it's his real speaking voice?

[@jaimyyelvingtonmusic]

I just discovered your channel and immediately subscribed. I love your personality and what you do, never stop.

[@colinkamoda9502]

I love this man's voice, accent, and cadence. Just as Unique as his content.

[@tomdchi12]

I LOVE the style of movement you are achieving! You've able to translate some very distinctive movement styles from 2d animation to stop motion, and it's fantastic!

[@BusinessCazual]

I appreciate this video so much, you just solved a mystery I've been wondering about!!!

[@TheCrafsMan]

It makes me really happy to read this! :D Thank you for watching!

[@travisshallenberger9486]

I love seeing the behind the scenes of how things like this are done. And a new video from you is always a blessing.

[@Dameinthewild]

I don't know anything about animation but I feel like I want to learn all about it because of you, CM!

[@levyata8964]

I am probably subscribed to more than 300 channels and yours is up there. I love this channel so much man. The editing, the production quality, your unique voice, the puns and most importantly the art Keep on crafting steadily crafsman

[@KnarbMakes]

Alright! Love the precision on it. Looks like just the right tool for this stuff.

[@TOYBOXTHEATRE]

Crafsman! YOU ARE THE BEST! Can't wait to see what kinda stuff you make with this new tool!

[@propertystuff7221]

LOL I love the bouncing faces! Everything you do is overflowing in charm and character!

[@GoronTico]

Is it just me or does this guy have the most interesting combo of voice and accent of all time? Its like his own voice has a character, i love it

[@Inez58846]

stop motion is really an amazing form of animation! its a lot of work, but the distinct look of stop motion is just so mesmerizing i think its 200% worth the effort

[@euansmith3699]

Thank you for another gorgeous and relaxing video.

[@NerdFightThis]

My favorite thing about the crafsman videos. I will never ever make a stop motion video.. but I enjoy the process all the same

[@oddsparten13]

I’m looking forward to your future animation videos! I’m somewhat of an animator myself, so it’s always cool watching other people’s methods!

[@manko8852]

I miss the weekly videos so just seeing a Crafsman notification anytime brings me joy.

[@volttherobot]

The dollar store connector... That's a BRILLIANT solution right there! XOXO

[@grayfox7995]

CrafsMan is teaching practical skills and encouraging Imagination as well as sharing other content creators. I'm calling it, he's on par with Mr. Rogers Wholsome Heroes squad.

[@thepolarphantasm2319]

Always a good weekend whenever the Crafsman comes through for a visit :)

[@Cerebrum123]

I've always been fascinated with animation in general, so seeing this was really cool.

[@icecloudee_2727]

the craftsman's voice makes me cry alot haha this whole week has been really rough

[@joelee4605]

Just found your channel the other day. Saw the photo light box video and tried it. It worked PERFECT. Thank you! You have earned a new subscriber and a loyal viewer! Thank you again!!! P.S. Sadly the supplies I purchased for the light box were not obtained at a Freds Dollar Store.... Dey be gone.

[@stompingliger]

What a nifty little machine! This was new to me. I’m trying to calm my anxiety here. Thank you for your soothing voice again.

[@ethancooper1056]

In my brother's college animation class, the teacher taught them to use those sets of adjustable helping hands to animate at home because they're cheaper than winders. (Like, the ones you use for soldering projects) Just gotta get you one that makes very positive clicky movements.

[@danthemakerman]

Man, this is so cool! I love the way you animate all these figures. They just have that certain hand made feel.

[@雪鷹魚英語培訓的領航]

Man… this just pushes me even harder to learn Blender. Free robot arm thingie and materials and lights and everything!

[@lilcookie2392]

Thank you so much Mr.crafts man each video you make bring me some much joy . You are such a inspiration. I hope I can do all the things you can do one day

[@zandrewsonnemaker5579]

This rocks, Crafman rocks, why did KZbin wait to recommend you to me til now. Could have answered a lot of important questions a long time ago hahaha

[@TheCrafsMan]

Thank you for giving my channel a chance! I hope the videos are informative or otherwise useful to you! :D

[@casecato8136]

Your the most creative inspiring person on this platform hope your journey on KZbin is awsome and that you keep making videos I love them thanks for making my days good 😊

[@grownnotbought775]

I love your videos! They are amazing! I don’t care what you make a video about I’m watching it! Best channel on KZbin!

[@TheDarkArtist66]

Crafman, that's a pretty neat little device. Glad you finally got you one. I know you'll make the most of it. Loving what you are doing. Very cool. Keep steady craftin buddy

[@BPCustomCreations]

I'm so excited to see what you have in store with animation!! Always steady craftin'

[@r2witco]

Love, love, loving the the new animation avenue of the channel!!

[@nannettefreeman7331]

I could listen to you talk for DAYS. You sound just like a guy I went to high school with named Calvin Hughes. I went to high school in SW Arkansas. Calvin was a very talented football player, a fan of Michael Jackson's early solo albums & he was very soft-spoken 😏

[@octodoodle]

ayy so glad to see a new video, always brightens my week!

[@Yuushz80]

Don't get me wrong, but your voice is so soothing. I feel at peace watching your videos :)

[@QujinComicArt]

It is great seeing the info on stop motion animation, you have been getting in to, crafsman! awesome work and awesome info!!!

[@margitvarganemunkacsi9700]

Thank You!

[@awldune]

The walking animation is so pleasing :)

[@NovaToymation]

I have one of these as well and it’s hands down the best stop motion rig out there. Can’t say enough great things about Kinetic Armatures! 👍

[@TheCrafsMan]

Glad to hear this! :D Thank you for watching!

[@minutemark]

Always impressed at the things you do.

[@lazyasp]

Superb and the best presentation I’ve seen in stop motion techniques - and funny too!

[@TheCrafsMan]

Thank you so very much!

[@HoLd_My_Beer_Thanks]

You sir, have a voice made for Jazz! - Smooth as butter 😄

[@jeb1691]

Ah those are so cool! I've always made them out of spare parts or legos lol. *do not use lego for those interested, it breaks constantly haha*

[@LayneBenofsky]

Well, Lego + cement, right? :D

[@no-lifenoah7861]

Maybe Bionicle pieces would work better

[@ZeroTooL88]

Crafsman, I do not make stop motion or own a Winder, but I know a product I think would come in handy for that. A "Fat Wrench Torque Screw Driver". It is a screw driver that lets you set the torque in inch pounds like a torque wrench. It is actually used for gun smithing usually but, You could set it so you always use the same tightness on the screws if you want

[@CajunCraftastrophe]

Man, your animations are so CLEAN!!! That was great. As usual, I am humbled by the sheer depth of your knowledge. Ya, killin' it bruh!!!!! : )

[@KKSilderOnTour]

I have been following this channel for a while and always liked the content. But after this video. I'm like, yes yes yes yesyesyesyesyesyeysyeysyeyes!

[@lgambis]

amazing: first result for "stop motion animation rig review" and I was not disappointed.

[@BeOurBee]

I've got a couple of winders in my workshop. I open 'em up when it gets too hot inside, or I'm doing something with fumes or such.

[@0therun1t21]

I've never seen one of these before, I was totally clueless until you showed me. Great video!

[@Shari_A._]

Great tool, Crafsman. Congratulations.

[@EyeToob]

Thank you for showing us your studio at 8:00

[@MLTharme]

Edu is a real gent, one of these days I'll acquire one his awesome rigs

[@IsaiahSleziak]

Your quality blows my mind!

[@OspreyKnight]

I could listen to your voice forever

[@dogzer]

Crafsman your videos make me very happy!!!!!

[@sonikboom007]

That was one of the best im 'outta heres' at the end ive ever seen

[@tjmb]

Great video, CrafsMan! I’m so happy for you that you’re able to put time into your passion for animation! Keep on steady craftin’ animatin’. ❤️

[@NewSquallor]

You're one skilled man, CM

[@johnnywest5445]

Great video as always, TheCraftsMan. I think it would be nice if they powder coated the Winder in green-screen color, that way it could be eliminated more easily while creating the background, instead of having to clip it out of each frame. Depending on the length of your video, clipping it out of each frame could take way more time than anything else in the process.

[@Ilostmycactus]

Looking forward to the next installment

[@chungaxoxo]

Love your channel, your accent is remindin' me of my father's accent. He was born straight from Louisiana. Subscribed from one of Kayakasaurus's video.

[@UltraKryptonian]

Best review of a rigging device, I’ve come across. I really need to get one of these. Lack of a great rigging device is frustrating to me. I’m definitely SUBSCRIBING!

[@UncleJessy]

Wow that was really cool to see.

[@LCKnecht]

I'm legitimately excited to see just how far you'll go, CrafsMan.

[@tania1452]

Crafsman, you are the best!

[@EightBitNoise]

Pure Delight. Thanks for this vid.

[@canis9178]

Excellent edition, what a great tool!

[@Jack_Wolfe]

I smashed that like button before the video started because i KNEW it was gonna be GOOD

[@JohnnyGuitaristOfficial]

That's crafs-tastic! 🙌🏻

[@sanachanto]

This was so delightful to watch

[@grimmx]

That's a neat tool, thanks for sharing CrafsMan

[@kotakuk6533]

Woah, what a wonder of equipment!

[@NotALocalSnail]

"He HaS a Back Pack, he HAs A BaCk paCk" I want a full song like that

[@sojibro4811]

noice! I will probably ask for it for Christmas. im trying to start stop motion and it seems like a really good tool to have.