Let's go Make Mistakes - Arcane Jinx's Butterfly

Jinx's modified butterfly, from the show Arcane, was perfect practice for working with brass. The butterfly also lights up when you set it on the base. We learned so much from this build!

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Tools and Materials:

Bill's Shop Tools

Shapeoko 4 - CNC Router

Stay-Brite Silver Solder Kit - Amazon

Brazing Flux - Amazon

Silver Solder for Brazing - Amazon

MAPP Torch - Amazon

Mini Butane Torch - Amazon

Brass Pickling Kit - Amazon

Needle Files - Amazon

Scotch-Brite Scour Pads - Amazon

Rotary Tool - Abrasive Buffing Wheels - Amazon

Stencil Vinyl

Transfer Tape

Brayer - Amazon

Ferric Chloride Copper (and brass) Etchant Solution - Amazon

Super Glue - CA Glue - Amazon

Super Instant Epoxy - Amazon

Anycubic Photon Mono X - Amazon

Siraya Tech Clear 3D Print Resin - Amazon

Soldering Station

Enameled Copper Wire - Amazon

Linseed Oil & Beeswax Polish

Metal Decorative Gears - Amazon

Plaid FX Paint

Brass Stock:

Brass Sheet .8mm - Amazon

Round Brass Tube 3/32" OD - Amazon

Round Brass Tube, 1/16" OD - Amazon

Round Brass Rod, 1/32" - Amazon

Brass Flat Bar - Amazon

Solid Brass Rod 1/16"

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[punishedprops]

Count how many cat hairs are in this video! Actually, don't. It gets gross.

[WINRMU]

This is magnificent. Arcane was full of fascinating bits of small clockwork items like this but I never imagined someone would be crazy enough to not only try to replicate the fireflies specifically, but to succeed so thoroughly. Beautiful work.

[-MrFozzy-]

I’ve never actually watched someone ‘level up’ in their making in real time! Beautiful….BEAUTIFUL work!

[MakoSDV]

The texture you added to the wings makes them look like the scales on an actual butterfly wing, so I think that worked out really well.

[azteclady]

It's such a gorgeous piece!

But the real joy is in watching you put it together, and see your reaction as you complete each step in the process, until you are left with a mechanic butterfly that LIGHTS UP!

[JasonWinchester_]

"da bomb" in the dangerous chemicals cabinet is just *chef's kiss*

[ElectroBlep]

I haven't seen Arcane, but your video was great! I'd love to see you do more items that use brass, wood, 3D printing and other things together like this. Also, thanks for the awesome "beauty shots" towards the end of the video. So many people show the process of making an item and then barely show how awesome it looks when it's done. So I appreciate you taking the time to show it off properly.

[TukaihaHithlec]

Loved this, tons of potential props from Arcane. Makes Jinx’s tinkering even more impressive.

[Junpeiislt]

This is by far one of the coolest projects you've done! I can only imagine the problem solving you did to come up with the very elegant power solution!

[thepoynt]

Just appreciating Da Bomb in the hazardous materials cabinet.

Also, beautiful work!

[garybustard]

What a fantastic journey to see this finished. It looks amazing!! You should be very proud guys!

[Mat_]

Yeah! I'm gonna go outside and make mistakes! **Ralph chuckles**

:D More seriously, thank you for the video, the result is wonderful! It was totally worth all the mistakes, frustration, time and learning. I've seen the work of some artists that make different kinds of little metallic creations, and this totally is at the same level. 1 hour video that I absolutely didn't see pass, especially with the cool atmosphere you 2 bring to your videos.
Thanks again and take care! Cheers from France!

[IssieAngela]

What an amazing job at a delicate, exquisite artwork! I'm glad you added the bloopers because working in such small scale is tricky. Congrats!

[RoadKillBill]

Wow! Wow, wow, wow, wow! This is INCREDIBLE! The planning, the tiny details, the skill, absolutely amazing. It turned out beyond stunning! I'd love to see more brass work for sure. This was such an amazing watch, I spent most of it with my jaw on the ground.

[Craftlngo]

if you are worried that the double-sided tape is gumming up the cutter, I can wholeheartedly recommend to you using masking tape and superglue. One layer of masking tape put on the workpiece, one layer on the base plate of the cnc machine. Now glue the backs of the masking tape together with the superglue. It provides a secure hold strong enough for cutting wood or brass and can get easily removed with acetone.

[blizatrex]

A wonderful project to see come to fruition. Da Bomb in the fire cabinet is a nice touch.

[markusthefixer]

Hi Punished Props. This is by far the best video I have seen all year. Congrats on the fantastic effort and comprehensive walk through. Very inspiring. Well done mate.

[subascosauce]

This build was pure and utter joy for me from start to finish, I adore butterflies, this reminds me of an automaton, a butterfly Bubo before the paint job, just absolutely brilliant, you’ve made my day seeing this. I loved it.(you should make another one without the paint sometime and stare at it’s splendour)

[DonFassbender]

So glad you're still creating 👍 Missed you guys!

[serpentartist]

This is absolutely incredible. It looks so delicate and the idea to have the electricity pass from the base up the legs is genius