The Ultimate Wildlife Photography Accessory (How To Make A Camera Bean Bag)

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Here's a little lockdown project for all you budding creators out there!! We all know that bean bags can be a great form of support for wildlife photographers. I use one regularly and sometimes can be a lot easier and quicker to use than a tripod. In this film I show you various ways that I use one and show you an instructional film on how to make your own.
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  • @kevinharmon480
    @kevinharmon4803 жыл бұрын

    You are a superstar tackling a sewing machine. Beautiful design, well done good effort.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much Kevin 👊

  • @NikCan66
    @NikCan663 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant as always

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @trevorcarpenter6678
    @trevorcarpenter66782 жыл бұрын

    My other half whose a bit of a wizz with the sewing machine just knocked me up one of these , following your recipe. Great piece of kit. Thank you.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Trevor, well done to the Mrs!!😀👍🏼

  • @mikehowell1877
    @mikehowell1877 Жыл бұрын

    Just discovered your channel today, I"m really enjoying your work. Love the bean bag, and I know its a year later, but I've made 3 purchases from Japan and never had a problem. If you read their comments on the bottom, many have a no questions asked policy. I've only returned one Item, and it was a lens I made a mistake with, there was nothing wrong with it. They refunded my money in full, and paid the postage back to Japan from USA. I always shop my options with Japan. Buy with confidence. Thanks for a great channel, you have a new subscriber. Thumbs up, well done!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the sub Mike and also the info. Welcome to the channel 👊🏼📷

  • @longfish8892
    @longfish88923 жыл бұрын

    Wow fantastic ~

  • @deborahstockwell9291
    @deborahstockwell92912 жыл бұрын

    I love your video. Thank you so. I have for doing this. I am American and I sew a good deal but I do need to change all the measurements to inches. But I suspect I can handle that part. I am 73 and want to make a camera Bean bag to help me shoot from my car. I want to give a shout out to my Tamron lenses. My 150 to 600 and my 18 to 400. A very nice lens for a bit less. I know you are a professional while I am a student. Photography has truly helped me. I lost my middle child 3 1/2 years again. A beautiful 45 yr. old son. The birds and my work keep me going. But at my age and size being able to shoot from my car is a big help. So I am going to try and make your bag to use in my car. Thanks so much for sharing your talent!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Deborah, so sorry for your loss. The pain must be indescribable, hopefully being out in nature will go some small way to help to try to heal your broken heart 😢 Good luck following the film and I hope the beanbag will help you to get some great images. All the best, Si 👊🏼📷

  • @deborahstockwell9291

    @deborahstockwell9291

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley thank you for your kind words regarding my loss. I just finished my first bean bag today. I used your video and added some of my own ideas.I used a pair of bluejeans and cut them up for much of the material. I think I spent about $20. The first test run was over the door of my Honda Pilot as I photographed a bald Eagle on her nest using my Nikon D500 and my Tamron 600mm lens with a coupler added. It worked very well. I plan to make a second one incorporating some improvements based on what I have learned. You are my inspiration for sure🙂

  • @MrJeyjey2707
    @MrJeyjey27073 жыл бұрын

    My wife's dab hand on the machine so I've ordered one from her! Lol...Excellent job Simon....

  • @twiztedzero1685
    @twiztedzero16853 жыл бұрын

    I think what they've been using is Buckwheat Hulls for the filling, a whole lot lighter than rice. You can travel with an empty bag to a distant overseas location, pick up a bag of buckwheat hulls and you're set. Oh an kudo's on the shirt. I just bought a bunch of olive utility shirts myself from Mark's Work Warehouse over here to wear in the field when I'm out and about. :)

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Not sure we can get Buckwheat over here in the UK, sounds a good option as the rice is pretty heavy 👍🏼

  • @twiztedzero1685

    @twiztedzero1685

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley Seems you can get buckwheat hulls in the UK after all, they use them for beanbag chairs and pillows too. Google them up find your nearest outlet. :)

  • @annbjorg6
    @annbjorg63 жыл бұрын

    I bought my Sony 70-200 2.8 brand new in box, of Ebay and it saved me a bunch of money. No regrets on that decision

  • @WynneEden
    @WynneEden Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I know this was over a year ago, but a suggestion you may have already come up with: your side and bottom pieces could be one continuos piece, (or the ends and bottom could be a single piece). That would make for less seams and make it much stronger.

  • @ppac5903
    @ppac59033 жыл бұрын

    +1 for the UK made "Eardley" Bean Bag

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Paul,www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @touchedbynature5445
    @touchedbynature54452 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely Brilliant, So Pleased, What A Surprise, Just Got One For Christmas. Many Thanks. Christmas Greetings Fron Norfolk.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good stuff, hope your pleased with it. Hopefully it'll help you get some great shots. All the best and thanks for the support 👍👊🙂

  • @rosemills2172
    @rosemills21722 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic... thank you so much.. will be making one soon. like the idea that it can be filled and emptied as one travels!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Rose, hopefully you'll be able to follow my instructions !!😆👍🏼

  • @JohnCooper-jl5nt
    @JohnCooper-jl5nt3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon love the vid. All the way through this I kept thinking, "People are going to ask him to make these" I'm interested, as always brought a smile to my face.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're not wrong there John, I've created a monster!!🤣 They'll be on my Etsy shop this week #eardleycreations

  • @simondevaney2174
    @simondevaney21743 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant those, put me down for one

  • @DC.images
    @DC.images3 жыл бұрын

    Great vlog Simon stick me down on your list would love 1.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Dean, link attached.www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1👍🏼

  • @DC.images

    @DC.images

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley Ordered

  • @mikeday8295
    @mikeday8295 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely brill .Polystyene will just flatten out . Used it for shooting Rubbish, no weight. Again great stuff.

  • @AndyJenkins999
    @AndyJenkins9993 жыл бұрын

    That’s bloody brilliant. Just need a sewing machine now!!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Andy, plenty on ebay mate👍🏼🧵

  • @AndyJenkins999

    @AndyJenkins999

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley cheers mate my sisters hooking me up with one.

  • @KGsPhotography
    @KGsPhotography3 жыл бұрын

    I know photographers are multitalented but this is taking it to the extreme Simon 😂. Brilliant. Cheers Keith

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Keith, you have to have a few irons in the fire eh!😉

  • @SkylarkFields
    @SkylarkFields3 жыл бұрын

    You are bloomin' brilliant! I'll never have the patience to make one myself, but well done for designing and making this, and for taking the time to demonstrate how you did it. Thank you!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Kind words indeed, glad you found it of interest.

  • @kevinwebb1977
    @kevinwebb19773 жыл бұрын

    Yes please Si, I’ll buy one mate if your able to.... top VLOG as usual

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers pal, here's the link. www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @steviebye1
    @steviebye12 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant. you sir, are a modern day Jack Hargreaves!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    The man was a legend👍🏼

  • @JohnSahl
    @JohnSahl3 жыл бұрын

    Perfect timing, I just asked my wife to make me one yesterday :-)

  • @vicariousaviator9742
    @vicariousaviator97423 жыл бұрын

    Don't know how much you would save buying lens from Japan, but I just saved £300 on a D500 from Panamoz. Great service.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info Iain👍🏼

  • @stuart1970
    @stuart19704 ай бұрын

    Brilliant video.. let us know how much you would like for one...keep the videos coming..

  • @pascalereaux1937
    @pascalereaux193711 ай бұрын

    Brilliant ! Thanks for sharing !

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    11 ай бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @johngoodwin34
    @johngoodwin34 Жыл бұрын

    Lot of work there Simon Day working into night by looks of things.

  • @cathimcdonald7146
    @cathimcdonald71462 жыл бұрын

    My brother asked me to make him a bean bag and I came across your video. Instructions are clear and simple and so I am off to make it. Thanks very much.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Youre welcome Cathi, glad it helped you 👍

  • @martinmoseley128
    @martinmoseley1283 жыл бұрын

    You have my respect Simon! NeVer got on with sewing machines... The wife says if i give her the details and templates and get the material she will make one for me so.. Cheers!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha, me neither Martin. They can be fickle to say the least, good job theres no swear box , I'd be skint !!😆😆

  • @andrewnicholson9657
    @andrewnicholson96573 жыл бұрын

    that beanbag is absolutely stellar I for one would have one from you and like you said made in the UK to boot. keep the vids coming, I look forward to each one

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Andrew, will do!👍🏼📷🎥

  • @treasurehunter1964
    @treasurehunter19643 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant Simon, was going to buy one, but will make one now !

  • @colpage4030
    @colpage40303 жыл бұрын

    Cracking Simon will give it a go

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Col 👍🏼

  • @graemehogg4465
    @graemehogg44653 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Si you creative genius was only looking at bean bags last week. Looks like the wifes got a job while I'm on the perches will let you know how I get on mate. By the way the wife was impressed with the sewing skills she's a bit of a whiz on the machine so take a bow mate. Stay safe 📷 👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Bow taken Graeme!!😆. I must admit they can be a swine sometimes but I'm gettin the hang of it. All the best, Si 👊👍🏼

  • @franceee1000
    @franceee10003 жыл бұрын

    Yes please, great video

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Raymond.www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @nzbirbz
    @nzbirbz Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the video. I made one of these today and am looking forward to trying it out.

  • @andrewmcfarlane8271
    @andrewmcfarlane82713 жыл бұрын

    Great idea would be interested in one thanks

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    They'll be on my Etsy shop this week #eardleycreations

  • @daveroberts1139
    @daveroberts11393 жыл бұрын

    If I had to lay odds on what your next vlog subject would be I think I would have put sewing at 500/1 lol. You seem to have a bee in your bonnet about the 300mm 2.8 so I checked it out. First things that struck me was the price at over 5 grand and the weight which is an arm stretching 2900 grams. That's too heavy for my liking. The 600 mm f4 is only about a kilo heavier! I use the 500mm 5.6 PF which weighs only 1460 grams. Nikon do a 300mm f4 PF which is 1669 quid but weighs only 755 grams you might like to consider. I thought maybe you were thinking of using teleconverters on the 300 2.8 as a 2.0x would give you a 600mm f5.6 which would be handy and half the price of a 600 f4. Nikon DSLR's won't autofocus below f8 as you probably know so I can just about get away with a 1.4x on my 500mm which gives me 700mm f8, usable on my D850. This limitation doesn't apply on Nikon mirrorless cameras and there's a very interesting vlog by a guy named Geoff Cooper which compares the 500mm PF and the 300mm 2.8 with all the Nikon teleconverters. You might find it interesting although he does use a Nikon Z7 mirrorless. There's a company called E-infinity which does imports with a guarantee you might like to have a look at.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dave, thanks for all the technical info I've watched Geoff's film and it's given me a lot to consider. Decisions, decisions all the best Si👍🏼

  • @telkirton
    @telkirton3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent work Simon..

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks Tel 👍🏼

  • @EspenHelland
    @EspenHelland3 жыл бұрын

    Nicely done Simon, that looks great 🙌

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Espen, its surprising how often I use one these bags. Would have been great to test out on the Mountain Hares this Winter but it wasn't to be. Some many projects gone by the wayside in the last 12 months, heres to better times eh 👍🏼👊🍻

  • @laurencearnold5822
    @laurencearnold58223 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Simon knocked one up between me and the Mrs👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Laurence, cant beat a bit of teamwork!!👍🏼😀

  • @phil23go
    @phil23go3 жыл бұрын

    Love the bean bags

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Philipwww.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @christhorpe1966
    @christhorpe19662 жыл бұрын

    Wife has just bought me one , Excellent Quality , Very well made ! Your a dab hand on that sewing machine Simon All ready for scotland now

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Chris, it will make you a great photographer!!😆 Cheers for the support and have a great trip to Scotland mate👍🏼

  • @stuartdunning2626
    @stuartdunning26263 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant Simon I would definitely be interested in one . Keep the amazing videos coming !!!!!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Stuart, more on the way👍🏼

  • @stuartdunning2626

    @stuartdunning2626

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley hi Simon I have ordered one looking forward to receiving it know 👍

  • @fototyz
    @fototyz3 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic Simon.... you totally cracked me up at, “nearly gone through the window six times!” 😂😂😂..... I’ve got to find me someone proficient with a sowing machine, I need one of those! 🙌

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it Paul 👍🏼😆

  • @markfrost9005
    @markfrost90053 жыл бұрын

    Bloody hell Si is there no end to your talents 😂 I'd definitely be interested in buying one of these 😊

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha, thanks Mark. Just a messer mate who likes to have a go at everything, keeps ya busy mate eh !!👍🏼😆

  • @fotonube4457
    @fotonube44573 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely fantastic idea and vlog. Thank you so much for sharing Simon 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching👍🏼

  • @oliverwilkinson5773
    @oliverwilkinson57733 жыл бұрын

    Id be happy to buy one off you pal

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Oliver, link below👍🏼 www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @johngoodwin34
    @johngoodwin34 Жыл бұрын

    I’m interested as soon as you can, just let me know the cost. You’ll soon get that Macro lens you wanted. Christmas come late that’s all Simon.

  • @gjermundlindstad
    @gjermundlindstad2 жыл бұрын

    Very illustrative. Thank you! I will def have a go at this. Much appreciated!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Youre welcome Gjermund. Hope it turns out well 👍🏼

  • @malcolmnicholson864
    @malcolmnicholson864 Жыл бұрын

    Super beanbag Simon thanks, anybody thinking of making one, it's a lot easier to just buy one of Simons they are great value.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Malcolm, youre welcome and great to meet you the other morning 👍🏼👊🏼

  • @BuckRogersLive
    @BuckRogersLive3 жыл бұрын

    Cracking Simon !

  • @andrewgill6863
    @andrewgill68633 жыл бұрын

    Really enjoyed watching you make the bean bag going to give it ago myself but not 100% confident it will work out well I will let you know great video

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Andrew, always worth having a go mate.👍🏼

  • @Chrischalkart
    @Chrischalkart3 жыл бұрын

    Bought my new Nikon D7500 and new Nikon pf 300mm lens on grey market, camera from America, lens from China, no problems with either. Both genuine items, just no guarantee or manual. Also got my 1.4 TC from China, new and no problems. I'd get a bean bag off you if you make them 👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info Chris, the bags are on Etsy now mate. 👍🏼😀

  • @eddiek0507
    @eddiek05073 жыл бұрын

    Great video, You did a fantastic job at making that bean bag. I once bought a Minolta 400mm lens from Japan, from Ebay. I got it a lot cheaper than in the UK. It's condition was near mint and it did not take too long to come. It was sent by tracked post. The only thing to watch for is how much the custom charges are, but it should state that when ordering...🙂👍🏼👍🏼

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Eddie, yeh its something to keep an eye on is the hidden charges. Cheers for the headsup 👍🏼

  • @garymcdowell2502
    @garymcdowell25023 жыл бұрын

    Great Idea on the bag. Nice job with the channel as it is very informative.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching Gary 👍🏼

  • @NikCan66
    @NikCan663 жыл бұрын

    Great video as usual and here in Ireland still in lockdown till May at the earliest.

  • @1971wizzard
    @1971wizzard4 ай бұрын

    This is absolutely amazing and so well made….. my daughter has a sewing machine…. I am getting her to show me how to use it….. excited to get my hands working……What do you think…? I think the home made version of this is a million times better than any shop bought item…I absolutely love it…. Your are a craftsman buddy…. I amazed at this…. Well done!!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks mate. Nothing like making something with your own hands. It makes it all the more special. Good luck with the project.👊🏼👍🏼

  • @bumptybump
    @bumptybump2 жыл бұрын

    Great design and I will have a go at making one. I had one for years filled with polystyrene balls but my new dog shredded it when on the riverbank recently and I spent an hour cleaning up the mess.... I'm sticking with sunflower hearts in future just in case. I learned to sew when I needed a boat cover and have saved thousands since I bought an old machine. It just takes a bit of patience and practice! Great video. Well done.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Stuart, yeh its a great skill to have and comes in handy for allsorts of little projects. I use bird seed in my bags, heavy but gives you a much steadier platform and seems to form to whatever its sat on a lot better.👍🏼

  • @mat5943
    @mat59432 жыл бұрын

    Enjoy your vids, keep up the good work. Just purchased one of your bean bags, looking forward to using it 👍🏻

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mat and thanks for supporting the channel and shop. Hopefully it'll help you get some awesome images👍🏼

  • @richardgee9558
    @richardgee95583 жыл бұрын

    If I got the sewing machine out it would definitely end up with a trip to A&E for me...I would certainly be interested in buying one...looks way more substantial and practical than the one I'm using a the moment...good job 👍👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Don't take the risk Richard🤣, link below www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @jillharrison2419
    @jillharrison24193 жыл бұрын

    Fab! I've made my own but the design wasn't as sophisticated as this. Love it.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jill, sewing really tries my patience. Got there in the end though!!😆

  • @annbjorg6
    @annbjorg63 жыл бұрын

    This is awesome 👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @steverobinson939
    @steverobinson9393 жыл бұрын

    Hello Simon. Put me down for one of your bean bags, I wouldn't trust myself on the sewing machine as I would end up sewing my fingers together! I am more of a spanners and hammers guy. Keep up the great work on the video, and congratulations on reaching 5k subscribers, all your hard work is obviously paying off.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for that Steve, They'll be on my Etsy shop this week #eardleycreations

  • @v.r.9145
    @v.r.91453 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely great KZread channel, everything is very interesting and I can learn a lot! Respect. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad youre enjoying the channel and welcome along 👍🏼👀

  • @briancox144
    @briancox1443 жыл бұрын

    Impressive well done great job brilliant idea .

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Brian👍🏼

  • @kevinsteer-fowler8174
    @kevinsteer-fowler81743 жыл бұрын

    Nicely made Simon, I would definitely be in the que for one of these.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Kevin, they'll be on my Etsy shop soon#eardleycreations👍🏼

  • @stephenwilliams6682
    @stephenwilliams66823 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon, I have my misses looking up the products to make one of these great idea, thanks for sharing. Going back to your question about 300mm f2.8, I bought the VR version from Japan a few years ago used, it came no problem and was mint. I had to pay import duty but even with that still £1000 cheaper than same product in uk. I traded it in for some other photographic equipment and got quite a bit more for it than what I paid. This has been my only purchase from Japan and I had no issues. Steve.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers for the reply Stephen, i bottled it and bought in the UK!!😆 It was the thought of the postage back to Japan if it wasn't quite right. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @springer67gs
    @springer67gs3 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Simon, I'm that impressed I've bought one. Just try to keep that sewing machine under control while mine is being made. 😊

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Gary for your support hope it helps you get some great pictures📷

  • @christinepepper4053
    @christinepepper40533 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon I'm really enjoying your channel. I like photographing wildlife and like your down to earth approach. You prove you don't need a £10,000 lens to get good pictures. I'm enjoying your set up ideas to attract birds (and like Mike Lane's channel) you talk about behaviour, which I'm interested on too. I ordered a bean bag after watching the video. (I want to support the ordinary man rather than big companies.) It arrived safely and I can recommend it to others. I watched you make it, so I know it is well made! Happy with the good price too. Keep up the great work and I hope you don't have to sacrifice too many hours at the sewing machine now the weather is improving!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Simon for your purchase, your right it's not all about the equipment but just getting out their enjoying nature. Glad you are enjoying channel and thanks for your support👍🏼

  • @popeyeni
    @popeyeni3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon, Another super job is there no ends to talents!! I would be hopeless with the sewing machine so will order from you shortly. Keep up great work.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks Popeye 😆😆👀

  • @aquaticcolledgefishing
    @aquaticcolledgefishing3 жыл бұрын

    I love these Simon. Great bit of kit. I wanted to practise ground bird photography so one of these would be prefect. I'll look out for them on Etsy 👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, they will be on there in the next couple of days#eardleycreations

  • @garrycroy2896
    @garrycroy28963 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Simon!! I'd be interested in purchasing one. Not bought one before due to design and price but this design looks perfect for me.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Garry, they'll be going on my Etsy shop soon. 👍🏼

  • @AcuaticaFaerie
    @AcuaticaFaerie Жыл бұрын

    Wow, this is fantastic! My husband is an amateur photographer and I'm an amateur sewer :P He mention the other day that he'd like to have a bean bag and I thought that could make a nice Christmas present. Thank you so much for this tutorial, I wanted to make the bag myself and your video is perfect guidance. Greetings from Spain!

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad the film was of use to you Marina, good luck with the project 😀👍🏼

  • @photografiaaustralis2131
    @photografiaaustralis21313 жыл бұрын

    Buying from Japan is great. The quality is as described - for example a rating like Excellent +++ and the service before Covid was sensational. I have purchased a few lenses from them in the last few years. You will be happy Simon. Yep..interested when you put them on sale. Take care! Greg

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the input Greg 👍🏼

  • @jonature
    @jonature Жыл бұрын

    I am I rested to buy one

  • @sonnyryan5345
    @sonnyryan53453 жыл бұрын

    nearly on 6k subs now Simon, great informative video, thanks Sonny R.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Sonny, thanks for watching and yes very close😀

  • @andyheywoodsphotographya-h7913
    @andyheywoodsphotographya-h79133 жыл бұрын

    Great stuff Simon i got wor lass to make me one a couple of years ago out of some water proof dpm material its just basic but its great for the car door.👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good on her Andy, yeh they're a handy addition to the camera gear.

  • @IanWilsonPhotography
    @IanWilsonPhotography3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Simon I made one yesterday and it’s a brilliant add to the kit.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good stuff Ian, send me a pic when youre out with it and i'll put it on my blog👍👌

  • @IanWilsonPhotography

    @IanWilsonPhotography

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley will do. did some of the finished bag on my FB page . What platform should I send the pics?

  • @IanWilsonPhotography

    @IanWilsonPhotography

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley FYI I filled my bag with Buckwheat husks 👍

  • @IanWilsonPhotography

    @IanWilsonPhotography

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley found your email so just sent some pics

  • @tomwhitmore
    @tomwhitmore3 жыл бұрын

    I'd definetly buy one of these up from you. I have one from Amazon that is brilliant for using over the car window as it comes with a metal plate and a tripod screw welded to it meaning I can set up a gimbal but I've been looking at getting a second to fill with something lighter than rice so I can take it out with me in the field.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Tom, i'll attach the link to Etsy for you.www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1 👍🏼

  • @timjb5063
    @timjb5063 Жыл бұрын

    Wonderful little beanbag, great idea. Do you happen to make for other people - like ME... If the price is sensible I may go ahead... Look forward hearing from ya.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Tim. Check out my Etsy shop at www.etsy.com/uk/shop/EardleyCreations

  • @timjb5063

    @timjb5063

    Жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley Cheers Simon, Will do, Thank you, Tim

  • @markfullerton3510
    @markfullerton35103 жыл бұрын

    I you be interested in buying one great skill on the sewing machine by the way 👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mark, years of practice!!👍🏼www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @gordonpearson1265
    @gordonpearson12653 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant video Simon, I’ve not got my licence for a sewing machine🤣. I would definitely be interested in buying one from yourself.👍

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Gordon, theyre not the easiest machines to control!!!😆 They should be on Etsy in the next couple of days#eardleycreations 👍🏼

  • @basiccarping6983
    @basiccarping69833 жыл бұрын

    Just subscribed to you and can’t stop watching.. Great videos and please keep them coming, it must be so demanding editing it all afterwards, but the content is brilliant and I have picked up some great tips.. Thank you, Si

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you are enjoying the channel and picked up some tips👍🏼

  • @robshipman7242
    @robshipman72423 жыл бұрын

    Great video Simon and yes I am up for purchasing one please, I would like to make one but not got the equipment. Great work and great videos keep it up 👍🏻

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Rob 👍

  • @derekflynnsnr
    @derekflynnsnr3 жыл бұрын

    I’d definitely be interested in at least one, as for buying from Japan, I’ve bought twice, excellent each time, I picked up a Canon L series lens and a 2x extender, saved myself a small fortune even with the import duties, well worth looking into, keep up the good work, love the vids 👍🏻

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeh , I'll look into the charges Derek. As far as the beanbags go they'll be going on my Etsy shop soon #eardleycreations 👍🏼

  • @Markeymarc321
    @Markeymarc3212 жыл бұрын

    I bought a few used cameras and lenses from MAPCAMERA from Japan on ebay and find their shipping cost and delivery time extremely good. Also the condition of product very good. Mind you I live in USA. I don’t know how this will apply to where you live. Just trying to help. Thank you for that excellent video. I always wanted to buy a sewing machine and your video get me good incentive to finally get one.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info! Good luck with the sewing👍🏼😀

  • @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969
    @RickTOutdoorAdventure19693 жыл бұрын

    Great stuff Simon 👍 and a great film both the in field testing at the start and the superb master class. Your a talented man for sure. I am never ever surprised by your talent and skills because I've seen your amazing work for a long long time. You're a perfectionist. Great stuff, loved it. Atb Rick n Billy

  • @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969

    @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969

    3 жыл бұрын

    photography haha I wish 😀😀

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Rick, appreciate the comments mate. Looking forward to knocking those stoves up !!🔥🔥 Catch ya soon, Si 👍🏼👊

  • @sstokoe2301

    @sstokoe2301

    7 ай бұрын

    What a great video……well done!

  • @littlemike50
    @littlemike503 жыл бұрын

    Another Cracking video Simon might knock one up in the next couple of weeks, out of some gortex camo material from an ex army pair of over trousers the bottom of one leg is already my wet weather camera and lens cover, your machine skills where not learnt overnight, my mother was a theatrical seamstress many years ago, so I was brought up with a sewing machine as a plaything as a child ,,, all the best, Mike...

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Mike it's obviously in the DNA👍🏼😀

  • @timcollingwood6158
    @timcollingwood61583 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon Excellent thanks for sharing Best Tim

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it Tim 👍🏼

  • @smiffy5467
    @smiffy54673 жыл бұрын

    Excellent tutorial Simon, just asked the misses to sew one up to match the tripod leg covers she made me.. I looked at a Canon lens on eBay from Japan but when you factor in the duty and import taxes post brexit it was about the same as their priced over here. Got one used from Wex in the end with warranty. Also have a look on CEX website as they do 2 year warranty on lenses if they have a tidy one of the model your after. 👍🇬🇧

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Andy, yeh theres a few factors to take into consideration. Its a lot of money to gamble!!🤔🤔

  • @maggyfish
    @maggyfish2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon I’m in Wigan just down the road great video as per usual. If you did not pick up a 300 2.8 I have af-s version ii the lighter one (still heavy) for sale.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Shaun, i bought the same lens but moved it on as it didn't work brilliantly with the Z6ii

  • @1evertonfc100
    @1evertonfc1003 жыл бұрын

    great video

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @clivemear4481
    @clivemear44813 жыл бұрын

    Fab video again Simon... thanks - the bean bag is perfect for public hide work as well as in the woods. Let me know the cost if you do make them! Cheers

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou Clive, they'll be on my Etsy site soon #eardleycreations👍🏼

  • @Paul-ot2yc
    @Paul-ot2yc3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon would defo be interested in one. If i tried i think my fingers would be stitched to it

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Paul, ive attached the link www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @briancox4339
    @briancox43392 жыл бұрын

    Great video a man of many talents love the bean bag idea I use a blowup pillow but I may get my wife to make me one similar to yours keep up the good work thanks for sharing.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Brian, youre welcome👊🏼

  • @malaustwick5364
    @malaustwick53643 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon, By the looks of the comments so far it looks like you've created yourself a cottage industry pal! I think you deserve a 'Blue Peter' badge for your creation, lol 👍🏻

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mal, your not wrong there i look forward to receiving my bade😉

  • @malaustwick5364

    @malaustwick5364

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon, Lol, no BPB....but looks like you've plenty of orders. Can you tell me how much dpm fabric would I need to make one bag please? I've estimated 1 metre. Cheers.

  • @wildlifephotobylenabratt5077
    @wildlifephotobylenabratt50773 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for a nice tip :o)

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    No problem!👍🏼😀

  • @carolinebrent2154
    @carolinebrent2154 Жыл бұрын

    Hi when you say add 10mm border around for seam allowance is that adding 10mm to the overal measurement, or 10mm inside the measurements you give? thanks, great video

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi, add the 10mm to the size i mentioned

  • @sharpyonthetube
    @sharpyonthetube3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon - Definitely interested in a bean bag when you know how much they will be and availability. Keep up the good work. Look forward to your vlogs.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, glad you are enjoying the channel. Link below for beanbag👍🏼 www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982964391/wildlife-photography-camera-beanbag?ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1

  • @sharpyonthetube

    @sharpyonthetube

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@simoneardley Cheers. I have ordered a bean bag and look forward to receiving the modified version. Received my notification today that it has been posted. Happy to support your channel. Watched all your videos during lockdown and gave me the desire to get out there and get some shots.

  • @markconway5156
    @markconway51563 жыл бұрын

    Fantasic mate, id be interested in one of those . Think if i made one id loose it and set fire to the sewing machine or it would end up looking like a pair of underpants. Keep it it mate always an enjoyable watch.

  • @simoneardley

    @simoneardley

    3 жыл бұрын

    Believe me Mark, i've nearly done the same. Thanks, they'll be on my Etsy site soon #eardleycreations👍🏼

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