Working on my Addams Dollhouse Roof: The Widows Walk

[@Thicketworks]

The finished effect you have achieved with the shutters and railings is incredible, Ara. Pure MAGIC! 🔮🛠 You fill my heart with gratitude and joy...I have been a fan of yours for many years. I first fell in love with your work because you are fearless when it comes to aging and distressing your pieces (delicious!)...but I've stayed a fan because of your wonderful ability to teach, entertain, charm and beguile me. You have ALL the skills, girl: you can engineer like a madwoman (!) AND you can show US how to build minis that have soul, whilst making us giggle and fall totally in love with the wonderful Soul that you are. Your kindness and generosity are LEGENDARY! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for allowing me to contribute one tiny touch to the Epic Addams Family Mansion Extravaganza. Looking forward to anything and everything that you care to share with us - because you have a fan for life. Yep. 💗😍💗

[@ynnej001]

That is the loveliest thing I have ever read! Tracy I have just dicovered you from Ara & I can say I'm thrilled to see what you can do! Thank you for your generous grave yard files! I'm planning a shadow box using your files because they are incredible 😍yea!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I could say every bit of this back to you my friend!💖💖 Thank you for lending me your amazing talents for my Addams Mansion! I am feeling super honored to have a piece of Heather Tracy magic as the crowning piece to my project 👑 I am so proud to call you my friend and sister in creativity💖 Big hugs!!

[@gothicmom5232]

You two....such talent (Heather swnt me here lol) I'm getting all inspired and what not!! Great work!!😉😊

[@WarrenFahyAuthor]

I agree, from what I've seen (a binge-watch for the last two days as I wandered through the Adams Mansion), I'm beguiled! Every touch is so inspired and just perfection. I should be writing a novel right now, actually, but... thanks for the invite to explore and thanks to all who contributed their part, too. (I take decades to write some of my books, so I relate.) It seems to me that Disney's Haunted Mansion certainly was inspired by at least two main sources: The Haunting (original movie) and the works of Charles Addams, which added so much fun. This work could easily go on tour when finished to absolutely delight young and old. One guy does this model trains in England -- here's a fascinating trick (at 7:00) that he did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHyromyuqZJjhJo (Long hallways?) Anyway, I truly enjoy what you're doing and the way you're doing it. Best!

[@pambrandon4186]

Glad you are feeling better and love the roof. The addition of color in the shutters brings so much "life" to the house exterior. Not sure if the family would approve of that term but your details in the shutters are fantastic. The widows walk railing is perfect and it was so generous of Heather to help you out. I can just see Gomez driving golf balls off of the roof between Uncle Fester's cannon shots!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Pam!! Bringing the house to "life" is my goal so I appreciate your words... even in the Addams wouldn't lol ;)💖💖

[@gramdeb54]

Gomez’s golf green and a bucket for the golf balls...I love it! So many details, truly make this the Addams Family house 😘

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Debbie! I am trying to fit in as much as I can lol ;)

[@QueenCityHistory]

The "fencing" around the top is called cresting. Most Second Empire houses, which is what the Addams mansion is, had cresting around the tops of mansard roof lines :) and the shutter technique is absolutely genious! !!

[@PossumLady8262]

Both you and Heather Tracy are supremely talented miniaturists! I follow both of you and also Julie Warren. Heather's fence design is soooooo realistic and the fact you two got together and brought it to life was very exciting! The shutters and fence railing just pulled everything together! I'm in the early stages of my Addams Family dollhouse following your tutorials and just knowing the railing is now available just made my life easier and my heart sing!! 😊 A HuGE Thank you to both!!! 💖

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yay I am so excited you are making an Addams house as well! There are so many ways to interpret their mansion and layouts etc that it makes it a fun project. Thank you for your kind words as always💖💖

[@patstoughton5362]

This is probably the best instruction on adding fencing to a widow's walk. And those shutters are absolutely absolute!! Thank you so much! And yes, I am a Thicketworks member and feel honored to call Heather a friend and mentor. Feel better!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Pat! I am so glad you enjoyed the tutorial and found it helpful💖 I can't wait to see what Thicketworks members do with the files!

[@d2parrotperson]

Girl, this is truly your crowning achievement! It is just amazing in all the tiny details that are so important. You have the miniaturist's Midas touch. I just am kind of gobsmacked at this mansion. I cannot say enough good things about it! You are something special, Miss Ara. I am blessed to have found your channel and to have been able to feel like I am sitting at a table with you talking away as you work. I have been a subbie for over a year are now....can't recall how long, and I feel like you are a friend. Thank you so much for your generosity, and your silliness. Oh, and lest I forget - FORE!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much for your kind words about the mansion. It's been a passion project of mine for years even before I started my channel here and to see so many other people now love the project too makes me so happy! I am so glad you feel that way about my channel and videos! I want it always to be a positive creative friendly space!!💖💖

[@elldigaskin9125]

I love Heather Tracy! Between you and her chanel my 2 favorite miniaturist on KZbin! Hope you feel better soon! You're doing an amazing job!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww thank you so much Elldi!😊💖💖

[@georgecunningham9175]

Putting green on the roof! Absolutely LOVE the details that you added in this video - I'd call them "finishing touches" but they look so organic and such a part of the whole that it is hard to picture the house without them now. This entire project is so incredible, and I am sooooooooo incredibly jealous!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you George! I guess that is a good sign that I am going in the right direction💖 I always appreciate your comments and kind words about my work!

[@Wolfkins1972]

So sweet of Heather to help you with this 👍 The fencing accents and widows walk looks great 👍😀 Hope you are feeling better soon 💞

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yes that was super sweet of her! Thank you Wolfkins1972 😄

[@sarahrathbone561]

Wonderful. I love how real those shutters look and the fencing finishes the house brilliantly. It’s always great to see talented creators working together.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Sarah! It's always so much fun to work with other miniaturists!💖

[@dianabizet4264]

The fencing and the shutters are great. This detail adds so much. You are such an inspiration to me, I look forward to your next video.❤️

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Diana!💖😊

[@aimmyarrowshigh]

The Cricut Maker actually works amazingly on matboard! The Knife blade and setting it to cut More = perfection.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

That makes me so happy to hear! Matboard is one of my favorite building materials💖

[@SnowtaKits]

The shutter method is amazing, and I just love how the whole tower with those lovely fences turned out! And yes to kits for your designs! 😊

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much! Glad to hear the kits would be helpful! 😉

[@Anamamma1]

Omg yes. Not only would it help some of us but it could bring in some money to future builds

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am glad to hear you like the idea!💖

[@darnelleechols8556]

Thanks for making the video even though you were not feeling well. I Enjoyed it. Glad you're feeling better.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Darnelle! I have a hard time sitting still even when I am sick lol!

[@debbiejohnston8492]

Ara, this is fantastic. I too am a fan of Heather Tracy and am saving up for a Cri Cut so I too can join the party! The shutters are phenomenal and you should not apologize for them not all being hand cut. Making that many by hand would be crazy!!!!!! LOL!! The fact that you personalized them adds to their charm and gives a very professional look to the overall mansion. I am so hoping I can come to the Dallas Miniature Show next year and see this awesome project in person. Thank you for not only sharing your amazing talent but also for your contribution to the world of miniatures as well.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Debbie!! You are right... cutting all of those by hand would have taken FOREVER lol! It would be so great if I could bring the house next year! Fingers crossed🤞

[@lindah5910]

Oh boy! The Addams Family Widow's Walk fencing is magical . . . as are the shutters (so clever!). Thank you, Ara! I hope you are feeling much better. If not, please rest!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Linda!! I am feeling much much better today! So glad you enjoyed the video💖💖

[@medievallassie]

Wow, what a difference a week makes, lol! The shutters and the fencing are the ultimate details to the exterior. The house looks wonderful. I didn't think it could get any better but you made that happen. Another clever BHM video!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Catherine! To be honest I wasn't planning on shutters from the beginning but someone mentioned them recently and I thought it might add the extra oomph the front needed. So glad you liked the result!!

[@daphnet39]

Amazing details and that fencing is the perfect touch! Those shutters - fabulous!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Daphne!

[@firetruck1955]

I'm in aww of you and Heather. I watch your videos late at night so the spooky projects are appropriate. I'm learning so very much. Thank you. Jan

[@GenNairick1]

Saw Heathers tutorial.. it was soo fantastic... and the fence for your roof is the perfect touch!! I love to hear people sharing and give. makes my heart sing!! those shutters are the bomb! ! ♥ ♥ ♥

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much💖💖 She was so kind to me this week and I appreciate every ounce of her generosity! I think minis are way better when we all share ideas😀

[@DCogsdil]

My sister and I used to brainstorm. But she passed away while I was going through chemo. 😢 so now I have no one to brainstorm with. That is how I stumbled upon your channel. God bless n stay safe. Debs from Texas

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so sorry for your loss. I know it won't be the same at all but I hope we can brainstorm along with you here on the channel!

[@DCogsdil]

Bentley House Minis thank you so much. That would be awesome.

[@froggypals38]

Maybe painter's tape to hold the shutters in place? This is such an inspirational project. I'm all about GETTING IT DONE NOW, and it shows. I need to take a page from your book and embrace the labor of love!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Robin! I was thinking about using tape but couldn't find mine at the time. Probably would work great!

[@SpellboundMiniatures]

Sooo much to love in this video 😍 I’m glad you’re feeling better lovely and wow what a brilliant shutter effect you created 💖 woohoo for the laser cutter 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 and those railings 🥰 perfection as always from Heather @thicketworks and to see them just lift away from the cutter - can you imagine even attempting to cut them by hand!! True collaboration from two very talented ladies! Seriously the world feels a bit more magical and cosy for watching this 💖xxx

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much my friend 💖💖 Working with Heather is such a magical experience and I am feeling so blessed to have her work permanently in my project! I am hoping the laser cutter brings me to creating a lot more SVGs to share!

[@enewville1]

Love the house. It's almost as big as mine but mine isn't aged or dilapidated . I love the widows walk and had trouble getting mine to stick Thanks for the hint. Keep them coming. I never get tired of watching the videos from you two. I've made a few things from Heather. She is fantastic. So detail oriented.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Elaine! I am glad the video helped you out with your own project as well💖

[@DollhouseDesigns]

The shutters and roof look fantastic! I thought I was a huge fan of Addams Family, even the original comics as a child, but you have really stumped me with the patch of green on the roof and the bucket. My guess would be Grandma growing something, but I'm at a loss.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! It has to do with the 1st movie, Gomez hits golf balls over into the neighbors house through the window😄

[@robbiecrafter]

This is a really good video. I have struggled with shutters before. The slash and bend technique is ingenious.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Rob! I am glad you found that technique helpful ;)

[@karentidwell8970]

OMGoodness!! I will be your first customer when you make these kits

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yay! I will be sure to make a big announcement when I get them all figured out ;)

[@anastasiasholeinthehollerc8697]

Absolutely stunning, Ara, how do you come up with these amazing ideas, i.e. shutters? "Ara and Heather", now there's a pair that can know no bounds. You both astonish and amaze me and we are so blessed, as crafters, miniaturists, etc., to have you both.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Aww thank you Anastasia!💖💖 I always try to find the easiest way to make realistic looking things lol. That's where my inspiration comes from and I love sharing it with others💖

[@sloanemeyer1606]

Fantastic job!!! (Yes, the curse is broken.... just like the shutters. 😉) And thank you for introducing me to Heather's channel! I'm already in love!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Sloane!! Yes I am so glad you went to Heather's channel! She's amazing💖💖

[@CelticLibra]

I'm so happy you added Gomez's golf green!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Me too! It's a must in my book ;)

[@Chattycrafter2580]

The fence definitely works, it looks amazing, you are a very talented person. I watch Heathers channel and there is another very talented miniaturist, you two make a great team. The green and the bucket wouldn’t a golf practice range for Gomez by any chance! Keep healthy, I look forward to your next video.👏👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

You got it Paula! Golf range for Gomez to torture his neighbor lol! Thank you💖💖

[@deegorgeous]

I love the kit idea!!!!! I also NEED this fence for my Bates house.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Dee I am excited about it too :) Heather might also sell the files in her shop... I am not sure of all her plans yet. But they would look good on your Bates project!

[@rosemaryreed1226]

Love Gomez's golf tee off on the roof

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I had to add it lol!

[@DRN]

I love the fence! And if I remember right, it is a tiny golf core

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Daniela! And yes you got it right ;)

[@oaknwichlanedesigns]

That was GREAT!!! I love the shutters and the railings! Just PERFECT!!! Heather is such a wonderfully talented sweet person! Glad you are feeling better and you did break the curse! HAHAHAHA!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much June! I appreciate it! Yay the roof curse is broken forever!

[@creatrixcorvusarts876]

Aww.....I’m sorry you’re sick again! I’m sick too (from my grand baby....thanks kid). I’m so excited when I see your Addams house videos come up!! I saw Heather’s video!!! She is so amazing!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I hope you feel better as well!! Thank you so much💖💖

[@niva8043]

The shutters and the fence looks great 🙂

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!

[@mariakelley8410]

Oh, Ara! I love what you have done! I can't even begin to tell you how much I enjoy relaxing and watching your videos. I've been slowly working my way through all of them which is much more fun than watching Netflix or Hulu. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much Maria! That means so much to me that you enjoy my videos💖💖

[@Sunchildflowerchild]

So glad that you are feeling better, another great video! Can’t wait to see what you do next 😊

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Cassie! I appreciate it!

[@vintagekastle7145]

Absolutely amazing!!!!! I love it! You're so inspiring and so talented!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much😊

[@dolfinmagikpro]

Suggestion for the future ... regarding not being able to clamp the shutters ... Use strong magnets on both sides of the walls to hold in place.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh that's great idea! I will have to add that to my "tools to buy" list for the future ;)

[@ynnej001]

Fabulous idea! I use drafting tape

[@faitht8952]

The cursed roof struck again! Regardless, these turned out beautiful!

[@gabrielleschmidt1435]

I love ❤ these shutters! They are amazing!

[@DangerWifeDodd]

I found you through Jazza and OMG your work is phenomenal!!! When I was in art school i had to make scale models all the time and could barely make full size models, how you do tiny things blows my mind!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much and welcome! My model building started in school as well. I studied architecture and I LOVED building the models lol... and I guess I never stopped!

[@DangerWifeDodd]

Bentley House Minis wow! I was industrial design, I can totally see how your were in architecture, you have that precision. I can’t wait to binge all of your videos. I’m helping a friend grow his channel, it’s called SuperHuman Transformation, if you have a moment would you take a look? It’s pretty awesome. Thanks for all the awesome videos!

[@cristybarba4181]

Those Addams family details are such awesome easter eggs!! Love the bucket and green patch!! It's for Gomez...right? So he can play golf? I think in the 90's movie there was a scene where he would play aiming it at his neighbors yard hahaha.. I might be wrong... it's been a while since i saw that movie. Either way, I love it!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

You are exactly right Cristy! Thank you so much💖💖

[@joyjones8231]

Glad your feeling better,tis the season, I just got over a stomach flu.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! I am glad you are feeling better as well💖

[@ynnej001]

I want a cutting machine! I love how you made the shutters brilliant! Thanks for thicketworks info! She is as amazing as you! I love Uncle Fester's roof hole & cannon that's uber-detailed & Gomez will be thrilled to hit a few balls! I hope I get to see this in real life some day! If I have to travel to your local library or the Texas state fair.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad you enjoyed it! I do plan to display it someday though I am not exactly sure how or where. When i do figure it out I plan to let you guys all know well in advance😉

[@cindyfinn4845]

I love and adore Heather and her work,generosity etc. would you two ever do a collaboration?The shutters are amazing Ara the roof looks amazing!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

We kind of accidentally collabed this week haha! It's funny how it all came together but I would definitely work with her again in a heart beat! Thank you!

[@cindyfinn4845]

@@BentleyHouseMinis Both of you bring so much to those of us that follow you both, I've learned so much because you two share and inspire.

[@jafallica]

Do you adore insurrectionists? Heather was one of them that went to the Capitol on January 6th. Just read her Facebook page. She admitted it that “nothing is more important”.

[@cindyfinn4845]

@@jafallica We all have choices and free will and I choose tolove her art.we aren't defined by our political standing. So please don't make art suffer or artist suffer by expressing themselves.

[@sheliacenter5477]

Hope you are feeling better. I really, really enjoy your videos. I a subscribed to Heather Tracy's KZbin channel too and she is great. Take care.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Sheila!💖 I am feeling much much bettter!

[@aiferapple1246]

I only discovered your channel yesterday and I love it!! I've been binge-watching loads of your videos since then. I REALLY love the Addams Family content buts it's all fantastic :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Welcome to my channel!! I am so glad you are enjoying the videos💖

[@aiferapple1246]

@@BentleyHouseMinis You've really inspired me to start a project for a haunted castle that I've wanted to make for years now and just never started :) Thank you :)

[@adriennewhite2912]

Feel better soon

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you I am feeling much better now!

[@jantucker9355]

Love the French rails!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Jan! They bring so much I think💖

[@Ratharee]

I know what the bucket and felt are for! It's from the first Addams Family movie, when Gomez is hitting golf balls from the roof toward their neighbor's house.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

You got it!!

[@cindyfinn4845]

LOL Ara now I have to add a laser cutter to my list!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Haha Cindy! It's a pretty cool tool! Just like the 3d printer it comes with ventilation concerns etc ;) I will be sure to do a video on it in the future for those who are curious 😀👍

[@cindyfinn4845]

@@BentleyHouseMinis Yes I have seen it used on another channel but for miniatures oh my its endless and I know ventilation is important but oh yes I want to see video on it.

[@ynnej001]

@@BentleyHouseMinis do you own any other cutting machines like Circut, Brother, or Sizzix? Also I would love to see a video on this topic.

[@gothicmom5232]

Hello...blame Heather Tracey for sending a poor soul like myself to your lovely channel😉..I am just amazed!!👍👍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Welcome to the channel!! I hope you enjoy💖💖

[@mrgpro799]

That looks phenomenal! You should work in special effects for movies. Great job!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Haha I have thought about looking that job up... I imagine I live in the wrong part of the country for it though ;) Thank you!

[@mrgpro799]

@@BentleyHouseMinis It's a home biz, promote it to studios, make it at home and ship it to them. As an artist and builder believe me you have something there.

[@bonnieharris4538]

Hope the curse that you think the house is cursed with goes easier on you than the curse Howard Carter accidentally unleashed when he delved into the curiosities of the tomb of Tutankhamen!

[@sillyanni]

Widow's peak, widow's hump, widow's walk... Is there any more things widows have 🤔? Amazing build BTW, I'm a big fan.

[@darnelleechols8556]

What's a widow's hump? Never heard that term before.

[@sillyanni]

@@darnelleechols8556 it's a hump on back right bellow a neck. Please Google it for better explanation 😅

[@ynnej001]

They usually have a dead husband 😱😆😂😂😂

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I was going to ask the same thing Darnelle! Interesting🤔 Thank you so much Anni Mani Dolls!💖

[@susanbeem6324]

A Widow Maker is a branch on a big tree that can fall on a loggers head.

[@aprilclyburn1173]

You and Heather Tracy should team up and do a project together... Yours and her ideas together...That would be an out of this world project....I'm binge watching your Adams family videos... I've got my fiancee watching them with me... I finally watched to graveyard video... I simply love your ideas and little corks you put in the projects... That way you truly know that their yours....

[@karengates7154]

Hey, I am a two time cancer survivor and after my first battle my oncologist told me that when I felt a cold coming on to take Vitamin C and Zinc, well it really has worked for me so I thought I would just pass that on. I am glad you are feeling better.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much for sharing that information with me! I have a family member who is in the recovery stages from treatment right now so I will share this with her too!

[@karengates7154]

@@BentleyHouseMinis That would be great and let her know that she has the strength and love to beat "the cancer beast" and has many, many more wonderful years to watch you make miniatures.

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

Poor thing! You don't sound well at all! As soon as you can get back to bed (I know it's impossible for mum's!) and look after yourself! I love the brilliant Widows walk that yourself and Heather came up with...it's brilliant! The way you used dwelling to sandwich the railings is really authentic looking as in Scotland, even though most of the railings were taken down in WW11 to make munitions, the railings were set into granite blocks with holes in them (which were filled with cement after the war) and the effect, when railings are replaced, is very similar to what you have achieved. I think the architecture where I come from is mostly Edwardian and Georgan but I think the majority is Victorian and is similar to this. I know a lot of Gothic touches are added but in the most part, you look like you are achieving the correct look.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thankfully that sickness was short lived and I was feeling much better pretty quickly ;) Thank you for letting me know about the railings! I probably had seen it somewhere back in my architectural studies and my sub conscience brought it back up just in time lol!

[@kerry1963qld]

I absolutely adore Heather Tracy :) id be sooooo keen to buy your kits :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Kerry me too! I hope to get a chance to work on them soon!!💖

[@RobbinMcCrumb]

Absolutely AMAZING!!!!!!!!! Heather's svg's are the best. Im glad you are on the mend.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much! Yes her designs are definitely top shelf!

[@RobbinMcCrumb]

@@BentleyHouseMinis As are yours xoxo

[@OnlyAnairaGirl]

Ara, first rule of making a pattern - always do a test sample first! Otherwise you could have ended up with 18 duds. Just a note for future cuts!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

So true! I didn't show that I did a test batch of 6 before I cut all of them ;)

[@sheilaguthrie4525]

Love how this came out, it adds so much to the house! You and Heather are inspiring, makes me want to dig out a house kit or two. I'm already planning to get a Cricut Maker after seeing all the wonderful things on the MMBC group (where I also found you and Heather, but now I want a laser cutter and I've been wanting a 3D printer. Oh, my. :D

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Sheila! I appreciate that💖 There are so many new tools that can be helpful in the mini world. I hope to do a video over the laser cutter when I learn a bit more ;)

[@jafallica]

Heather inspiring? She was one of the insurrectionists. I wouldn’t call that inspiring.

[@chrissy24-7]

Love you and Heather Tracy, would like a review on printers (dimensional) too! 💕

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I will definitely do that when I learn a bit more about them. Thank you Chrissy!

[@angelay1925]

Oh my goodness the poor judge and his windows............... FORE!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

haha exactly!!

[@WarrenFahyAuthor]

It looks marvelous. (How about a weathervane/lightning rod? Hee-hee.)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Awesome idea!

[@sondrasmith50]

I totally understand! I am currently sick in bed, but I need to finish my costume for my Halloween party on the 26th. 😳😬 I’m glad you are feeling better! Take garlic daily and you’ll be good. I have an autoimmune disease and avoided getting a cold or the flu all season last year. I forgot my garlic for about a week and here I am, sick! 😭

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I hope you feel better soon as well Sondra! I have never heard that about garlic but I should try it out. I like garlic so it wouldn't be too much of a hardship ;)

[@sondrasmith50]

Bentley House Minis thank you! ❤️ If you don’t want constant bad breath, you can get it in pill form, too! 🤣 Garlic is one of my favorite things to add to a dish. Yum! 😊

[@LextheRobot]

Ara, I just discovered this channel and am watching your Addams playlist in reverse order. My current diorama project is 1:64 scale, but this is all still very inspirational stuff! I love how you are always trying new techniques and teaching yourself and your viewers how to use them. Quick question: I've seen those neat adjustable-height lights coming down from your ceiling in a couple of videos. What are those called? I'm interested in getting a couple.

[@aleeandaze5839]

Thr neighbors better watch out for Gomez's fly balls 😆😆🖤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Exactly😀

[@Annejuli]

Totally agree with you, Heather is amazing at what she does. I'm a fan of her work too. Looks like I've missed some of your videos lately. I've been busy gearing up for my daughters wedding on the 19th. I'm looking forward to having a binge to catch up soon. Absolutely LOVE the shutters! I can't wait for a chance to try them for myself. Are the felt and bucket so that Gomez can practice his putting? I think I remember him volleying shots from the roof but I'm not certain? I hope you feel better soon xo

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Congratulations do your daughter! I am sure you have been crazy busy getting ready for the special day💖💖 And yes you are right about the golf green for Gomez ;)

[@karretiwatches551]

looks sooo cool!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you it was a fun one to work on :)

[@ceprione7068]

Hi Ara! I love your channel and thank you for sharing with us your tips and beautiful works... i have a question, did you buy a kit of this mansion or did you built by your own? (Excuse my english im french...) did you choose your dimensions yourself which stick best to the film obviously or did you follow a precise plan?because i want to do the tales from the crypt mansion/house and i m still looking for the good way to start (i didn't find a kit) a mini maquette, then the dimensions... thank you. You do an amazing work!

[@nittygritty7034]

All those shutters!!!!

[@stacjaemigracja]

Referencing to golf of course. And that must be very late comment on that part of video.

[@lisebouchard1233]

Tu es une magicienne ! Tu M'IMPRESSIONNE beaucoup !

[@iLitAfuseiCantStop]

I'm ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY in love with this dollhouse! Could you share where you purchased the original?! I'd be so incredibly thankful!!!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Sure! The original part of the house is called the Alison Jr Kit which is from a company called "Real Good Toys". You can also get the add-ons through the same company that create the side rooms and the conservatory. I am so glad you like the house!💖

[@iLitAfuseiCantStop]

@@BentleyHouseMinis Thanks so much!!! & like the house? Omg I'm high key obsessed with it! Your eye for detail is incredible Girl, I'm so envious! 😉

[@heathertaylor-willockx3632]

Lol, I know what the bucket and felt are for. Is it that the roof is cursed, or that your colds are cursed? Could it be that you only think about working on the roof when you are sick? Lol. The shutter technique is amazing. Will you be providing that file publically? Or do you plan to sell it in your store eventually? That is definitely the best shutter technique I have seen. When you are attaching them to the walls, would using masking tape help, or would that damage your paint? Maybe a little superglue, just so you don't have to hold it so long, or even Alleen's fast grab? I don't know. The house is looking awesome! You are getting so close to being done!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Haha it could be any of those things Heather... or a combination. When I am sick I can't help but work on a roof lol! I hadn't thought of releasing the shutter file because I figured it would depend on the size of your windows if it would work for you. I need to research if there is a "standard" windows size in dollhouses. It could make for a good starter kit for me to try out though. Thanks for the idea!

[@paulapeterson-warnock3030]

Love, love it!!

[@heymudda1]

"Curse is broken"!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yay!🤞🤞

[@aprilpauldo5685]

very nice work ❤️

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you April!

[@susanconnell9397]

Forest scene it would look awesome

[@meghanandersen3668]

Gomez golfing spot on the roof!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yep!!

[@emmaleehudgins6140]

Great job!!! Everything is slowly coming to life 🖤 are you going to add any shutters to the window on the side of the house or do you have other plans for it? I tried to see if someone else asked but did not see it lol. All the little touches makes the masterpiece! FORE!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Emm! I don't think I will add any other shutters to any other windows at the moment... but you never know! I am esp cautious about the sides because its the most likely for something to get knocked off ;)

[@codyrisher57]

You so could do the practical magic house it would be beautiful!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

That is such a fun house too! This would be a great time for me to rewatch that movie ;)

[@ArtsyFartsyLovers]

awesome

[@francisdoherty5580]

Have you tried vacuuming the laser cut peices before getting to far from the cutter? It might cut down on ash going everywhere.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I have tried that on the larger pieces but if they are too small they will go straight into the vacuum😉

[@TinyTreasures5755]

Amazing love it tfs🥰🤗♥️

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you💖

[@GWest5068]

Looking fantastic....Gomez golf practice tee off...tfs

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Gloria!

[@Codasmom1776]

I love Heather Tracey! Love her...

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Me too!

[@sarahlongshore2605]

Perfect!!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!

[@mariquillag.r1020]

Extremadamente maravillosa.. admiro tu trabajo.. enhorabuena !!!!. recibe un saludo desde España...

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!

[@adamreynolds9816]

Four!

[@katgriffin52]

Do you have a video on how you made the roof?? I've looked for one but can't find it. I'm going to be making a similar roof and would like to know how it's supposed to go on.

[@tamarab.7151]

Addams family's house is from victorian era, maybe in civel war.

[@jillianmcclennan576]

It is looking next-level amazing with these finishing details! Thank you Ara, and thank you Heather - collaboration is the best :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Jillian! I love collaborating and this one has been so fun!

[@glomommy7656]

What laser do you have?