Model Flowers - individual flowers, static grass tufts, meadow grass and wax crayon flowers

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Dartside Scenics - Dioramas and Models

Күн бұрын

On many occasions I have been asked how to make the flowers that can be seen on some of my previous dioramas. You can find many tutorials on KZfaq but these are my preferred methods.
This diorama gave me the opportunity to work with field grass, various hues, a selection of glues and wax crayons.
I hope my video is of interest to anyone who enjoys making dioramas, model railways, war gaming layouts and miniature art.
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Time stamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:33 Crayon hues
1:12 Part 1 - Individual flowers
4:57 Part 2 - Static grass tufts
7:06 Part 3 - Meadow grass
#modelrailway #flowers #miniature #crafts

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@lorriedmussett4692 2 жыл бұрын

That Crayola technique is BRILLIANT! CHEAP, ENDLESS COLORS, EASY....PLUS PLUS PLUS!!! So cool when someone shares a bright idea !!!

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lorrie! 😁

@foxterrain 3 ай бұрын

Great video! Thanks

@DartsideScenics 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 👍🏻

@wayneaskey 4 ай бұрын

Great video, clear and simple instructions, trying it out right now. Thanks

@DartsideScenics 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Have fun 😁

@noemid1458 3 ай бұрын

You are an artist thank you so much for sharing your video with us🌻

@DartsideScenics 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@betterthancomputers 2 жыл бұрын

classy presentation, great ideas.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve

@MrRacerdon40 Жыл бұрын

Crayons! I've been looking for this tip for ages, thank you! Beautiful realistic work.

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’m glad it helped 😊

@FredWilbury 8 ай бұрын

Great stuff and not just a railway modeller but a MODELLER 👌😎☕️ Fred smelling the coffee and enjoying the extra tips for my creations 😊

@DartsideScenics 8 ай бұрын

Thanks very much Fred 👍🏻

@mammaliturchi54 2 жыл бұрын

wonderful

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@rrl4245 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial, Thanks

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@marklittlejohn1457 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent tips thankyou for the video

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark

@grandmabrookes7286 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Andy, what patience you have.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Grandma Brookes!!

@appleoneill5135 6 ай бұрын

Total genius ❤❤❤

@DartsideScenics 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

@tomthumb2732 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that's great

@basfinnis Жыл бұрын

Very effective. Thanks for info.

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Thanks Basil

@edgardoacosta2855 2 жыл бұрын

Lo mas realista que he visto en campos, arbustos y flores

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

muy amable de su parte. Gracias

@davestinyworkshopotherprojects 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thanks so much

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David

@anyblunder6782 2 жыл бұрын

Learned something new again 😃

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! 👍🏻

@erikloganer428 Жыл бұрын

Crayons!! OMG, so brilliant I can't believe I didn't think of it myself! Here I am using things like salt! As for the stems... cheap paint brush bristles.

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Cheers Erik 😁

@philipgriffiths3106 2 жыл бұрын

Andy.... So sorry I've only just managed to watch your video. However, IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT! So greatful that you share your tips & skills with us. You're such a pleasure to watch & as always I am awed by the work you produce. Keep these videos coming & I hope your channel grows more because you certainly deserve it to. Look after yourself my friend & I await your nrxt tutorial..

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil! I really appreciate your support 😊

@kaylaneace6729 4 ай бұрын

You are a mother freaking genius, sir. Thank you!

@DartsideScenics 4 ай бұрын

😂😂 thank you!

@CrankyPantss 2 жыл бұрын

Beautifully done.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏻

@Fourwheeljive 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😁

@stephenrenwick8781 Жыл бұрын

Excellent idea using wax crayons. ... many thanks for sharing.

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen

@majsmith66 Жыл бұрын

Bloody brilliant! I am definitely stealing my children's crayons and giving it a go. Fantastic video, easy to follow and outstanding results. Many thanks!

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Thank you and good luck. Please send my apologies to your children! 😂

@FORTworkshop 2 жыл бұрын

Nice tutorial, thanks!

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@martinhinsley6198 2 жыл бұрын

I use 2 methods, but the wax crayon is a masterstroke. Brilliant. Thankyou for that one. As usual your scenics look bloomin gorgeous. All the best

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Martin. I can’t remember where I heard about the crayon method but couldn’t find it on KZfaq so thought it was worth sharing.

@worldhistoryminiatureshous9757 2 жыл бұрын

This methods are great and effective ! Thanks to share these nice tips .

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@barelanestephenprice7043 2 жыл бұрын

Great techniques and tips. Thankyou.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen 👍🏻

@robertmitchell2181 2 жыл бұрын

love your work Andy. Thank you for sharing your techniques.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robert 😊

@danbrewer 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible modelling thanks for the video

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan 😁

@daviemaclean61 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the wax crayon method. I would never have thought of that one. Enjoying this channel a lot - cheers

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Davie.

@garyjames1346 Жыл бұрын

You are amazing, thank you so much for sharing 👍

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Thank you Gary! 😊

@skel3110 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Andy for putting up this tutorial so quickly, fascinating! I already use the wax crayon method but your method of making the flowers is excellent and I shall be making quite a few batches as well as the tufts. My pro grass box never seems to work as well as that though, must try a new battery. One method I have recently used for bullrush type tufts in a stream is to take a good bunch of field grass, cut off the straggly end, add a length of black thread with a slip knot at the length required, wrap round a few times and add superglue around the knot. Cut off the other end at the same length, spray superglue (I prefer mitre bond) activator and then cut off either side of the thread leaving 2 tufts glued together at the base ready for planting with scenic glue. One again, thanks Andy. Cheers Steve

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve. That’s a great tip for tufts and something I need to try 👍🏻

@daviddevilliers8063 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thank You.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David

@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 2 жыл бұрын

Good video keep up the good video you do stay safe lee

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lee

@KossolaxtheForesworn Жыл бұрын

didnt even think of using crayons, that would be definitely easier and likely cheaper than first trying to find some foam online and ordering it, every store sells some cheap crayons. now the final problem with my fantasy knights has been solved.

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@ewoodrailway 2 жыл бұрын

Really impressive, thanks for sharing

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@philRminiatures 2 жыл бұрын

Nice tips, flowers look great...Thanks, have to make a try!👍

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil 😁

@thescrapline4905 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip on the ws long grass at the start. Like that. 👍

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim 👍🏻

@modellrebellen 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice ideas! 🙂

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@shiroumxm2052 2 жыл бұрын

wow.. everything looks so realistic, from colors, proportions, the congruence of the environment with the type of vegetation. Thanks for the tips! I hope I can apply some

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏻

@VojtovySumavskeVlakyCZ 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video like and subscribed from Czech Republic 🙂👍👍👍

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@VojtovySumavskeVlakyCZ 2 жыл бұрын

@@DartsideScenics you're welcome 🙂

@wheezypalacemodels7726 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice Andy and a good refresher for me. Bought the WWS Micro, Mini and Box nearly 4 years ago and still not really used to fullest potential. This has inspired me to have another look at them and make a few. Thanks for sharing…Chris

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris. Have fun with the WWS box 👍🏻

@ModelTrainOutsider 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work and excellent technique.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Anthony 😁

@sharonolsen6579 2 жыл бұрын

Really great tips ! Things I have never seen before and I have watched my fair share of miniature making videos .. !! 5:50 SO Satisfying !!! I love this tip !

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sharon. The grass box is great fun!!

@gailbarlow8958 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see it in action!

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

@@gailbarlow8958 Thanks Gail

@edgardoacosta2855 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias por compartir tus conocimientos. Saludos desde Montevideo Uruguay

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias 😊

@distinctlyaveragecyclist Жыл бұрын

I'm building a layout for my late fathers loco collection. Being a very keen gardener myself, plants are important to me on the layout. Buying in ready made plants is mega expensive but your techniques are impressive. I'm looking forward to giving it a go. Cheers.

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Thanks Davie. It sounds like a lovely project and I wish you the best of luck with it.

@SC68 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Andy, really enjoyed the techniques that you use! Cheers Gary

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Gary

@ringnc 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Andy - this is a great tutorial! I also like the tip from TimberSurf about using plastic vs crayons, but I'll be raiding my granddaughter's Crayola stash right away ;-D Just subscribed and grabbed another cup of coffee ... settling in to watch more of your vids this morning. Cheers from North Carolina, USA

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes, Timbersurf’s tip on using plastic is a good one. I appreciate your support- enjoy your coffee 😁☕️

@Castlebridge-00 2 жыл бұрын

You're a wizard. Barry.Devon

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barry! 😁

@davidbenson3931 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial lots of crayons in my house unused now i have a use for them.

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Thanks David, I’m glad the video was useful.

@WhattoRepair Жыл бұрын

Great ideas and great channel. You deserve lot more subscribers.

@DartsideScenics Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TimberSurf 2 жыл бұрын

You might try freezing the crayons and a cheese grater and making the finds without a pencil sharpener, I am not keen on the crayon method as they can re-melt if layout catches the sun or is in a hot attic. I have made it before using a wire brush attachment on a dremel and just rasping bits off a piece of coloured plastic!

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, plastic is a great idea (might need to steal that!!)

@camy252camy3 2 жыл бұрын

Would spray or brushed on varnish on the flowers afterwards solve the melting issue? Avoiding the tufts to stop potential beading.

@laurajamil8943 2 жыл бұрын

Sooooo, soooo beautiful!😍 What about an entire English garden? I can only dream of it.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Laura 😊

@BADDERSBETTERDIORAMAHACKS121 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Andy. I've just found your channel and I've subscribed instantly. An excellent video featuring truly beautiful work. Nothing makes a diorama look more interesting and more realistic than realistic vegetation and yours is amongst the best I've seen. I have a question. Have you tried sticking the crayon-dust to the stems of your flowers using tiny blobs of cyanoacrylate glue and did it work? I ask because I have experimented with various methods for making 'indestructible' plants, flowers, bushes and trees for my 'ever-lasting', multi-pose, reusable, diorama', essentially so that the whole diorama can be vacuum-cleaned and jet-washed to get rid of the dust without causing any damage. I've actually just cleaned 6 years of accumulated dust from my WIP diorama using said machines and my Seafoam hedgerow, whilst reinforced with PVA, is looking a bit worse for wear. LOL. So my hedgerow will have to be repaired and improved. I will DEFINITELY be using your crayon method for the undergrowth if the CA glue works. I love your foxgloves! OH, and a tip for you. When you make the double-ended flowers and cut them in half, why not AT FIRST, stick loads of bunches of stems along a narrow strip of sticky-tape, so the stems stick out both sides. Run PVA along the edges of the tape to fix all of the bunches at their 'snip off points', apply the flowers to both ends, then snip all the bunches off in one go? It would speed up the process and be far easier and faster process, especially for those like me who are 'cack-handed' with nerve-damage. Now I must have a look through your back-catalogue of vids. I may be some time. LOL Cheers. B.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, I have just subbed to your channel. I haven't tried the glue method but it's worth a try to toughen them up! Your point about the stems and using sticky tape is a great idea and I'll have to try it the next time I make flowers - anything to speed up the process!! Everything I do seems to take forever and I usually wish I'd done it differently! All the best :)

@BADDERSBETTERDIORAMAHACKS121 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Andy, nice to 'meet' you. Thanks for subbing. Much appreciated. You sound a lot like me then. I have an idea, try it and then fiddle with the method to improve it, but then end up fiddling even more. The problem is that one can improve every method, again and again until you spend several years making just one hyper-realistic 1/35th scale oak tree. LOL One has to strike a balance. But, I am forever trying to find ways to speed things up, make things easier whilst retaining an acceptable level of realism. That is the most important thing in my book. Originally, that was because I hated wasting time and energy, but more recently I developed an illness with progressive nerve damage and find it harder and harder to do the fiddly stuff, so my 'hacks' came in handy and hence my channel name. My videos are pretty awful though LOL.

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

@@BADDERSBETTERDIORAMAHACKS121 I think we are all very self critical in this game but I suppose it makes us slightly better each time we do something!

@the8oclockspecial183 3 ай бұрын

do you keep the wax in the fridge or do they return to solid wax in the jar

@DartsideScenics 3 ай бұрын

I have all of my modelling stuff in the garage so it's relatively cool. I just opened a jar of wax I made over a year ago and after a quick stir, it was absolutely fine.

@trainmanroysmodelrailroadh7686 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Noch Grassmaster Mk 1.. about 15 years old.. looking to replace with a WWS Grand static grass applicator..now my question is.. do I need the tuft maker as well? I will be using a lot of tufts... your thoughts please

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Roy. My personal experience, although limited, is that the grass box creates better tufts than an applicator. However, it might just be my technique which is lacking so if you only have the applicator you can still get great results. I have two applicators and the box and use them all for different things but was lucky enough to win two of them. If budget isn't an issue, it's nice to have all of them!

@trainmanroysmodelrailroadh7686 2 жыл бұрын

@@DartsideScenics I'm lucky in that my budget is fairly generous.. I have just ordered the Tuft box and will order the WWS Grand next month perhaps. I get my fibre's and glue from a professional flocking company (Thomas and Vines) and it is much cheaper than elsewhere.. although they only do 2mm maximum so will need to multi layer the tufts etc....as a train driver I see the near lineside every day and I think tufts will provide a much more realistic appearance than just flocking over scenery thanks for replying .. great channel

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

@@trainmanroysmodelrailroadh7686 excellent! I look forward to seeing the results. It sounds like you have the perfect job to get inspiration for modelling. Best wishes. Andy

@philipgriffiths3106 2 жыл бұрын

P;s..... I don't like your xideos mate;;;; I LOVE THEM

@DartsideScenics 2 жыл бұрын

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