How to make a KNEADED ERASER - DIY

Learn how to EASILY turn any solid eraser into a kneaded eraser + tips and tricks. This is my favorite type of eraser and I use it in almost all of my tutorials. Since we're all in quarantine right now, I know it may not be easy to buy, so I hope this DIY tutorial helps!

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✏️ SOLID ERASERS I TESTED IN THIS VIDEO WITH RESULTS!
Notes: I judge how good each eraser is by how well it erases (how many dabs it takes to erase something), how well it holds its shape when I mold it/when I use it to erase something. Erasers ranked as mediocre are still viable, they're just less effective to work with (eg: it may require more effort to erase with)

- Sakura Latex-Free, Non-PVC Eraser (Quick to knead. Doesn't require adhesive. Makes a great kneaded eraser.)

- Random white eraser from an old pencil case. I probably haven't used it in like 12 years (It was so stiff that it didn't even feel like rubber (It still worked anyway. I was able to quickly form it into a putty without any adhesive. Makes a good kneaded eraser)

- Paw Patrol Eraser from dollarstore (Quick to knead. Crumbly putty. Needs some adhesive. Makes a good kneaded eraser)

- Studio HB Pencil from dollarstore (Results were similar to the Pink Pearl eraser. Makes a mediocre kneaded eraser)

✏️ MY FAVORITE STORE-BOUGHT KNEADED ERASER
I used this for some comparison shots.

⏰ SKIP TO TIMESTAMP ⏰
0:00 - Intro
0:16 - How to make a kneaded eraser
1:02 - How to make putty out of a CRUMBLY eraser
2:23 - Two methods to fix stiff/slightly crumbly putty
3:38 - Testing newly made kneaded eraser
5:14 - How to make crumbs FASTER

🧰 MY CAMERA EQUIPMENT
Camera and lens for Macro Closeups from the side (Sony a 5000):

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[RapidFireArt]

⏰ SKIP TO TIMESTAMP ⏰
How to make a kneaded eraser - 0:16
How to make putty out of a CRUMBLY eraser - 1:02
Two methods to fix stiff/slightly crumbly putty - 2:23
Testing newly made kneaded eraser - 3:38
Tip on how to make crumbs FASTER - 5:14

[emicmi]

This is what everyone wanted five minute crafts to be

[frug]

I appreciate how she gave many different ways to make it no matter what.

[luffy_my_guy]

When I was in year 5 my best friend showed my friend and I how to do this. We found it so fascinating that we made a ‘business’ out of it and sold it to kids around the school. Eventually everyone in our class learnt how to do it and joined in on the business. I remember how in class we would all just knead and the teacher had to take all our erasers from us

[rocketcallofduty]

Damn…I thought I was the only one who did this out of my old/small erasers because everybody called me weird for it. Glad I’m not the only one! And thanks a ton for this helpful tutorial!

[gabbycraft]

Ngl I didn’t search for this, but I kneaded this.

[Sebiu]

so you’re telling me i could’ve used all the crumbs from my past erasers to make a better eraser?

[ohdang]

I like how this tutorial for something that I consider a bit more of a ‘niche’ or ‘speciality’ art tool is still so accessible and doable for novice artists who might not have much more than a couple of erasers and a pencil! Not only that, but I find the ‘alternatives for tape’ bit so endearing, cuz I get tired of tutorials that act like if you don’t have the exact specific tools they have, you won’t get a good result when there are actually plenty of useful alternatives. Overall this was an awesome tutorial that I’m gonna try for myself!

[cherryaxolotl]

Tip that worked for my very crumbly eraser : If you're eraser is too crumbly even tho you rubbed it on adhesive try rubbing it more and try making a ball with it then rub the ball (slowly and not too hard ) along the adhesive so it can help stick

[cata]

Now THIS is a tutorial with materials that you can REALLY find at your house!!

[JackalopecideR]

This is like the complete opposite of 5 minute crafts. This is actually quick, specific, and easy- And I live for it-

[Miss_Tenebriss]

I love how this doesn't need anything that most people don't just have at home 👍

[jonflippin]

You are an awesome teacher. I'm new to sketching and after watching and listening to your videos I literally improved the quality of my sketches. Being able to follow your instructions and create a sketch that actually looks like what I envisioned it to be has inspired me to practice and sketch every free mo.ent I have. I'm 54 soon as o be 55 this year and I finally enjoy drawing because I'm learning simple techniques and looking at objects I draw in a different light. (Pun intended)
Thank you for sharing your beautiful talent with others like myself who simply believed I did not have the talent or creativity to draw something so life like. I'm currently obsessed with eyes and sphere's. I find myself really looking at the various shades of light and dark in everything I see and I can't wait for a free minute to try and recreate what I saw but never really thought about before. I'll end with what I started on. YOU ARE AWESOME, THANK

[rulerzreachfn]

Am I the only one who had no idea you could do this and now they’re fascinated?

[littleloomer]

She’s so considerate for people who don’t have all these materials aw

[User_]

FINALLY, a DIY that totally makes sense!😳

[FF]

Genius! I never thought about making them before, but this was such an easy and helpful how-to!

[ailem]

As someone who’s not an artist, has little money and likes to draw a lot, THANK YOU 💕

[diith]

i still cant believe that ive been making kneaded eraser my whole life-

p.s : thanks for liking and commenting on this comment. im gonna frame this and hang it on the wall in my room bYE IM GONNA CRY SHKSHSKSHJD

[StupiidLuciid]

This was so helpful and easy to follow! All of the items needed can be found easily too, and even if you cant find it there are multiple other options. Good job! We need more tutorials like this.