Victorian GHOST Diorama and STORY (Part 2)

[@swearenginlawanda]

Portraits are large in old homes. Some can be up to 8 feet tall. Leave it in the stairwell.

[@cynthiahermus1035]

Yesss that’s what i was thinking as well!

[@amityharrington5817]

I concur!!!

[@adriennemcclain2227]

I had the same thought. A lot of stately Victorian homes had overly large portraits of the inhabitants.

[@deegorgeous]

I just said that too. Lol

[@anthonystike6034]

The Journal entry made the whole video.

[@delorescasper2564]

I really like when you write a story for your pieces. Take a bow m'lady

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! I enjoy writing them!

[@mandybaptist8389]

Please tell us there’s going to be a 3 rd part to this project I’d love to see the room where the vampire was locked into and what he looks like

[@Rach1313]

I 100% agree!!!💜🖤

[@kittydigs6469]

Me too!

[@carlynwalter9929]

Do it!!!

[@mandybaptist8389]

I want to know was the sister shut in there with him and is there vampire babies

[@mattiedobson4482]

I totally agree would live to see this room

[@debireitknecht6302]

Ms. Bentley where have you been all our lives? This project was amazing! Love the way how the ghost lady turned out. Your creations gives me some many ideas. Loved the ghost story!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you😊😊 I am so glad you enjoyed the project and the story!

[@agneschrismer9946]

You have a very calming voice for telling stories. The journal entry and the diorama are perfect.

[@Ed_Lothia]

Imma just start calling lids hats from now on

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

😄🤣

[@darnelleechols8556]

I think the picture on the staircase has to be large. If not, it would get lost.

[@sherrygibbs7547]

The portrait (above the stairwell, on the right side of the room) balances out the desk and chair (under the stairwell, on the left side of the room)....with the stairwell (almost perfectly) dividing the room. A visually pleasant look, overall!

[@Kickthetires74834]

OH MY GOODNESS! That story is so good and I want to hear more!💜😃💜

[@LuccaAce]

Amazing. The story was not what I expected, and better for it. With the spider webs, the clumps at the backs of the furniture look like egg sacs to me, so I think it looks just about right!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

They do!! Yikes... can't imagine how many mini-babies would be in those!

[@steelearcana]

Ohh, I'm so excited for this! I'm a Victorianist grad student who's very into the Gothic and all things spooky or paranormal, so I love this project!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh no... now I am nervous lol!! However if I did mess anything up I always happy learn new facts through these projects ;) So if you have any tips on making my scenes more real or accurate I would love to hear!

[@CornucopiaOFmadness]

I really love this scene. The painting Look like her when she was alive. Great work 👍🤗

[@crystalmonroe8188]

I think it was meant to be het sister. That is what i got from the end of the video in the stort

[@sherrygibbs7547]

2 sisters, that look fairly similar to each other. 🙂

[@nicolefitzsimmons2726]

The sounds at the end were terrifying and made my hair stand up on end! 😱

[@recoveringsoul755]

thanks for the warning!

[@itamarmedeirosnetto]

In my opinion the legs of the tablet being crocked only adds to the aesthetic

[@traceymcguire9392]

I was in bits such feeling and emotion in that story you are at reading story's xx

[@rachaelkasper5445]

That was fascinating and the story is exquisite. You have a gift for telling stories in so many ways. I was left with my imagination whirling with what stepped out from behind that door. The story continues in the imagination, led by the Lady's journal entry. I absolutely loved every single detail.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Rachael!! I have so enjoyed writing stories that go along with my minis... but I enjoy even more hearing what everyone else is imagining happening as well! It makes it so much fun!

[@mariakelley8410]

I wish there was one more button we could push instead of just the "thumbs up" or "thumbs down". We need a "love" button! Your story for this room box was absolutely incredible! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@niva8043]

I absolutely loved everything about this project and I want to hear more of the ghost story.

[@JayofallTrades]

The stormy intermission made me chuckle. So cute. I love how the ghost turned out to be a very eerie scene. Reminds me of constance the bride from the haunted mansion.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Stormy just doesn't understand who I am talking to while I am filming lol!! She things I must be talking with her! Thank you!!

[@jorgemuratarias5116]

Oh dear God! I have experienced an incredible journey!! I was imagining every word in my mind. Thank you for sharing your art.

[@samanthadean1083]

I wish you were a contestant on HGTV's Biggest Little Christmas Showdown!!! You would blow the competition away!!!

[@susanconnell9397]

That was amazing you should write books for a living .and your little room is epic xxx

[@FalcoPaola]

The first time I saw the ghost (in the previous video) I could have sworn the dress was made with silk and watery glue. It was such a surprise finding out it's made of tissue paper...I'm astonished. I love everything about this project, the design and the story. ❤

[@Foxys10]

I’ve developed another autoimmune disease and can’t use my hands to craft and this wonderful channel is helping my creative mind to deal with this new disability. The fine mo

[@TricksterWitch013]

I cant help picturing the creature in the room as a vampire and the ghost being named Beryl, very well done

[@sinjaja5836]

Simply perfect: the Ghost, the Story, your voice! 👏👏👏

[@deegorgeous]

Victorian paintings are huge anyway. I think it goes fine 🙂

[@mandybaptist8389]

I normally just sit and silently watch but I do enjoy watching you thank you for all that you do

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I appreciate that Mandy! Thank you!

[@abandonedpast6410]

This is beautiful beyond words!! Loved the story, sent chills up my spine at the end with the door opening and footsteps!😬 Wonderful detailing especially the spider webs. And the painting is perfect, her eyes seem to be peering out and alive!!

[@nikipinz]

I definitely think the two kinds of spiderweb worked well together. Different spiders spin different silk, so it makes perfect sense for there to be different textures imo

[@lanita_mcgray]

I'd love a continuation of the story

[@mhxistenz]

Now I want to know what happens with the creature (it's a vampire, right?) and the greater evil. Sequel! 😃

[@erin1135]

Portrait looks fantastic in the stairwell. It looks like something that would be in an old house. I would keep it in.

[@christineingram55]

This is just amazing..I love the writing bureau ..,the chair goes with it beautifully too.I think the picture is great and the ghost looks fab with her tp dress on too..But the star of this has got to be the Amazing end story ..Loved it ..Once again you have gone above and beyond 🥰

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!

[@tammylt5004]

I thought I might be the only miniaturist who watched channels like Black Magic Crafts for ideas. This is stunning work.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

He has so many amazing tips!

[@heatherbeyer8198]

Perfection!!! Oh please please please do a follow up video! Maybe from the perspective of the being recently freed from the blessed locks. 😁

[@lilpretzel5629]

Omg yesss, hit like b4 watching cuz I already know i love this 💖💖💖

[@openeyes83]

So did I!!😆

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you😊😊

[@SilvaraHale]

I think the Size of the Picture is quite fine. It works very well in that Corner. The old Pictures are often very large. I love the room very much. All the Details and the beautiful Staircase. Also I love the Lights and the color variations of them.

[@joannaharrison9997]

Wow!!! I think the two types of spider webs work well - the hot glue as shiny new webs, the other as webs that have accumulated dust. You have such a talent for writing stories. I hope that if this ever gets displayed, you will leave the big journal beside it with this story in. The Languished Lady. Fabulous!

[@nephee7359]

i would say the picture is just fine and dont distract from the scene the ghost has a huge presence and is much more dominant just because of the bright color^^ and i was a bit surprised by the story telling through the journal, really interesting and well written (in my opinion) :o

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Nephee! I am so glad you enjoyed it!

[@animerlon]

I don't have time to say all i want, but i must say, i'm extremely happy to have found a new, extremely talented creator.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much and welcome!

[@lisebouchard1233]

Tu m'impressionne à mort ! Chaque détail apporte un réalisme hallucinant ! Tu fais tout en finesse et que dire de tes idées que je ne t'ai pas encore dite ....FANTASTIQUE ! ! ! Félicitations ma belle ! Merci de partager ton IMMENSE TALENT !

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Lise!! Your words are always so uplifting to me!💖

[@tahrahetzer9816]

Well done Ara! I really like the difference in the spider webs. More texture and techniques equals more realism. I also really like your painting in your piece. I think it adds to the story line that you told. Well done. 👏

[@joyrobinson4785]

Amazing story. Love your talent with miniatures.Thanks for the video.

[@chrisfrear2155]

As someone who caned chairs for a living for thirty five years, l just wanted to say that sweet caned chair was so spot on and absolutely wonderful!! I know what l am ordering this very afternoon! Thanks for the heads up on Chrysnbon! I think all the details in this Victorian room could very well make this roombox my favorite piece you’ve done! Love it!!! Excellent job!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I hope you enjoy it! Without drying times it literally took 10 minutes to assemble...so easy and lovely details!

[@Squeakie-Green]

Whoever has given this thumbs down, I'd like to see you do better... This was so much hard work and I think people forget how much a piece of art takes and how much love, time and effort is put into that project! How disrespectful 😠. It was brilliant as usual Ara! Absolutely love how your ghost turned out! Currently sat having breakfast and catching up! ☺️ I especially loved the way the ceiling turned out! It is beautiful and haunting!! Two of my favourite things 😂🖤 also that painting is amazing!! So impressed! 🤩

[@traceymcguire9392]

You are amazing always thinking outside the box no pun intended lol xx

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you lol!

[@Domilyons]

I am completely invested in this story!!!!

[@brianahawkins8124]

Love how you made the ghost.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!😊👻

[@brianahawkins8124]

@@BentleyHouseMinis Your welcome. ^^

[@zinthiakee6472]

I’m drawn into the story! The ghost’s anguished predicament is palpable. What has she unleashed...?!

[@Salmonde_At_Home]

Bravo! You are not only a very talented miniaturist (is that a word?) but a wonderful storyteller. I thoroughly enjoy your videos.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much 😀 I am so glad you enjoyed the story!

[@shaunhelms7289]

I find myself just as excited to watch you craft as I am to hear your stories and thought prosses!!! I don't think I have watched one episode I didn't love !!! And as I read in another comment your voice is very s soothing !!!

[@d2parrotperson]

Those touches of spider webs and the portrait? Absolutely BRILLIANT! I love everything about it, especially the confession! You really did outdo yourself, my friend. Stephanie Pasco

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Stephanie💖💖

[@ruthiek5340]

I have never had such enormous goosebumps in my LIFE!! LOL You have again moved me to silence, for there are no words to describe how very much I ADORE this entire project and its story. Thank you for unlocking the door and saving us all ;)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Wow, thank you Ruthie!!

[@goawayleavemealone2880]

This feels like part of the Captain's story.

[@angelanorthroproberts8863]

Ara That was amazing! The project and the story telling! Bravo!

[@nicolasumsion5381]

Oh my, that’s amazing!!. I would pay to see that storyline turn into a movie. I agree, we need to see the carnage after the “release”

[@shelleyhill4521]

It’s Beetlejuice! You are a wonderful story teller. ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC, every single thing is absolutely fantastic. But then again I knew it would be!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

😄😄 Love the theory that it was Beetlejuice!! Gave me a good laugh!

[@lindacsmith13]

I like the portrait in there. The entire room looks great.

[@queencityminis]

I haven't watched this video in a while. Really love the outcome. I like using used dryer sheets as miniature webs mixed with a few thin strands of hot glue to catch the light. Fabritac is even better for making shiny web strands.

[@NaneelQueenOfDarknes]

Wow!! The finished product is some how even cooler than i imagined lol

[@remyn.9198]

Beautiful, now I have this image of a spider looking at this like it's a premanufactured home lol!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

😄😄

[@elizadeath666]

I absolutely love the story! I think the portrait is perfect. The scene is stunning

[@gramdeb54]

I love the story that goes with the scene. Making a story to go with our miniatures totally brings them to life...Love it!

[@spongebobsqueeze]

This is just “The Best.” I loved every part of this project!

[@kathysausen6493]

This painting is SO beyond terrific!💕🧜‍♀️

[@myeyesarebleeding212]

This project is amazing! I love the figure, I love the room, the furniture was perfect, the room wouldn't be complete without that portrait and the cobwebs are like the icing on the cake. The story was so ominous and I cant help but hope someday you will build whats behind that door.

[@DRN]

I just love your stories, and this is so fitting to your room box. It turned out so cool, and the picture is just right also in size

[@Wolfkins1972]

This scene turned out really cool and alittle creepy but still cool 👍😀 loved the spider webs

[@hazeljanehopkins5652]

Terrific! Honestly creating the room and the ghost and then writing the story - how fantastic. Congratulations Ara, brava!

[@laureldavis500]

Your voice is perfect for telling ghost stories! I even got goose bumps at the sound of the footsteps at the end. Needless to say, your ghost room is perfect, I love your attention to detail!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! 😊 I really appreciate that because I am not always the biggest fan of listening to my voice back lol! I am so glad you liked it!

[@TopsyDora147]

The project looks amazing! I love the ghost and the props. The web is the perfect touch. The story had me hooked. Bravo! 👏

[@lyndasnart7823]

Everything came together so well....a brilliant story and the perfect ending 🇦🇺🌍

[@ariesdawn3875]

The way u did the webs looks so realistic.. I love the way the whole thing ties together from the room to the ghost to the story.. Just LOVE IT!! keep up the great work along with ur imagination.. We all need to keep our imaginations or we might just get lost.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much! 💖

[@allisonallen5481]

Yes!! How wonderful! The picture is perfect like it hangs on the wall.

[@thebigkapowski]

I'm 3 years late to the party, but I love this! You should take a look at swedish tracing paper next time in place of the tissue paper. Durable enough to sew, acts like fabric, but very "tissue paper-ish" in looks.

[@Vee_of_the_Weald]

The portrait, its size and where you hung it are just perfect! 👌🏼 And your story writing as well as narrating are but invaluable. How talented you are, dear KZbinr. :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much 😀

[@michelleross9782]

Such a great writing for Victorian age. Excellent job all around!!!!

[@ghoulgoil5029]

It turned out amazing. The story! OH MY, I want more.🖤💀

[@hangar8180]

I just love stormy

[@nomdeplume2213]

You can paint, make miniatures, write, film and edit videos... what cant you do woman?!? Lol i might be 33 but can i come sleep over? Because your kids must get the most awesome bedtime stories and i want to hear them too! haha You could write an entire novel, no a series of novels, with your creativity! I am so impressed!

[@tinynina76]

I felt so sorry for her! Very moving; your story was intriguing... I also wanted more!

[@jessicamorrell4713]

You are so relaxing and entertaining to watch. I get so happy when I get notified of a new video from Bentley House Minis.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Jessica!

[@LadyTroubadour]

This whole project was wonderful. I love love love the story you wrote! I hope the Lady's gamble paid off. But I mean, I'm not dead so I guess it did lol.

[@ritavandersteen8666]

Love it. Love your work. The ghost is wonderfull, so is the project. ❤ the painting works😉 , and a good story! Can watch this all day🤩😍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!😊

[@ritavandersteen8666]

@@BentleyHouseMinis you are so inspiring.

[@CrixJoki]

Leave the painting in the stairwell! I think it fits really well! 💜💜💜 I love the webbing as much as I hate it! I have arachnophobia....*laughing nervously*.... You did an amazing job on this one, well, your creations are always amazing, you really nailed the spooky, creepy factor here ;D

[@FeeBee3001]

That desk is very cute. Love everything in this project. Have some similar old real chairs like the one you made.

[@maryf7230]

Fantastic!!! Everything is perfect. The painting it just right. All your details make your story come to life. You are truly inspiring. You have inspired me so much that I just finished a bed that I started in 1988 and working on my 30 year old house. Thanks for all you do and the joy you bring.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Mary!! And that's awesome!

[@dastinchen]

Your ideas and creations leave me speechless! A fantastic project! It is very successful and just wonderfully designed! Thanks for the great inspirations! ❤👍 LG vom Tinchen

[@savoy6100]

Your ghost room is great the cobwebs look great also.

[@kativy8287]

Bravo! That was most entertaining! I have just found your channel and have been binging it for several days, and I am astounded and amazed by your talent! I loved this project! And the journal entry was the icing on the cake! I can’t wait to see everything else you have done.

[@veronicawilson7594]

For adding wee clutter inside writing desks, a clear bead with a colored inside looks like an ink bottle, you can hole punch black foam pieces to be lids

[@vintagekastle7145]

Love the ghost story!!! This project turned out perfect, and I love all the techniques you used, so brilliant! The large portrait is perfect, many Victorian homes had large ones like this, I would leave it there!

[@dmmomma]

Great theatrics, great voice, great story.

[@reneedamoiselle331]

Love it!! The portrait looks great, don't change it! The whole thing is very nicely done! Love the story too!

[@bellyblister7867]

This is my favorite build yet. Exceptional work as always!

[@anibird3144]

WOW 😳 Holy Shiz !!! Amazing!! This takes miniatures to another Magnificent level !!!! Fantastic work...

[@kholbrook203]

Awsome! You are so creative and talented. I think the portrait is perfect and makes the whole scene “pop”. You have the perfect voice that is soft spoken and you read the entry from the journal beautifully!! My older daughter and I would love to try and make something like this but we don’t have the equipment to make things as you do so it would be plain. I have always loved miniatures since I was a small child. When I was a little girl. My mother would let me play with her composition dolls and what I really loved....... her dollhouse!!! They were not rich and my mother and her sister both got cardboard dollhouses. My mother always took care of her toys. I still have her doll house with it’s furniture and babies. That is what started my love of miniatures!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much for your kind words! Have you seen me cardboard house playlist? It has been such a fun project and requires no fancy tools or machines at all😁 I have a tone of DIY cardboard furniture patterns as well there if you both decide to go for it!

[@miasma7772]

About the portrait, you could print a shrunken version of the painting to see how it looks and see if it does look better!! But I think the large portrait works for the time period and the scene :+)

[@AuntieVeraCharles50]

AND an accomplished writer. Once again you amaze and inspire. Thank you, dear one.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you my friend! I am enjoy writing short stories for my projects... I can't help but make them up in my head as I work anyway... then it's just a matter of typing them out lol!