How to Make Any Cardboard Craft at Home (Full Process for Beginners)

Опубликовано: 05 Апрель 2026
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In this video, Eli teaches you a simple 7-step process for making any cardboard craft at home. Whether you are a beginner or advanced cardboard crafter, this process will help you create with cardboard at home. 🔴Learn to paint cardboard models ➡    • How to Paint a Cardboard Model (Cardboard ...  

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📕Show Notes📕

1️⃣ PRODUCTS (to paint and finish your cardboard creations)🎨:
~ $4 “Spackle” (filler) for cardboard models: https://amzn.to/3sN1PTA
~ $5 Rust-Oleum 12oz spray filler primer: https://amzn.to/341fv2G
~ $8 Polyurethane 11.5oz semi-gloss spray can: https://amzn.to/37HTpTC

2️⃣ HOT GLUE:
~ $13 Dual temp “Gorilla” hot glue gun that I use: https://amzn.to/3fUA5Z2
~ $6 Extra glue sticks: https://amzn.to/3a45NQC

3️⃣ VIDEO:
How to Paint a Cardboard Model (Cardboard Basics) ➡    • How to Paint a Cardboard Model (Cardboard ...  

4️⃣ VIDEO:
20 Tips to Make Things at Home Without Lots of Resources! ➡    • 20 Tips to Make Things at Home Without Lot...  

5️⃣ PLAYLIST (watch this learn more detailed tips for creating with cardboard):
Cardboard Basics ➡    • Cardboard Crafting Academy  

6️⃣ CHANNEL: (this channel creates a lot of cardboard props and helmets)
"RJR Productions" ➡    / @rjr_productions  

⏰⏰TIMESTAMPS⏰⏰
00:00 - Introduction
00:27 - STEP #1.) How you should plan your cardboard projects
03:02 - STEP #2.) When you should collect the resources and tools for a craft
04:54 - STEP #3.) The best way to start a cardboard model
07:56 - STEP #3.5) The best time to paint the pieces of your cardboard craft
09:08 - STEP #4.) What to think about when adding moving parts to a creation
09:58 - STEP #5.) When to refine the shape of your cardboard model
11:50 - STEP #6.) How to add details to your cardboard models
14:23 - STEP #7.) How to make a cardboard creation look professional and finished
17:25 - (REVIEW) The key things to remember when making a cardboard model from home

20:10 - QUESTION OF THE DAY:
💡❓ Do you usually make practical, plain cardboard creations or detailed props with a refined finish?❓💡

20:28 - More videos for you


🔎Gear Used To Shoot My Videos🔍
~ Camera➡ (my phone): https://amzn.to/3gDijYA
~ Lenses➡ 5in1 smartphone kit (for my phone): https://amzn.to/374MaWM
~ Lights➡ (Neewer 2 pack USB LEDs): https://amzn.to/3a6wvIJ
~ Light➡ Mount Dog softbox (I have an older version): https://amzn.to/3bD5iNR
Microphones⬇
~ Lavalier BOYA BY-M1 mic: https://amzn.to/3n94R1k
~ Shotgun Movo VXR10 mic: https://amzn.to/3oGKPLN
~ USB podcasting condenser mic: https://amzn.to/37LMdWA
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📜 About:
My name is Eli Tennant and on this channel, you will receive bi-weekly DIY and project tutorials as well as maker tips and tools videos. Whether you are just starting to make your ideas or have been at it a while, I have you covered with helpful content to bring you to the next level!
🔵You can discover more on my channel ➡    / makerbrain  

🏆 Mission:
My mission here at Maker Brain is to help you access and implement your creativity with hands-on DIY projects so that you can have fun and be successful in doing what you love.

Thanks for watching and God bless you,
Eli Tennant