I Made A Miniature Howl's Moving Castle Out Of Junk // Ghibli Crafts Now

For a more substantial project, some DIY paper models can reach up to 50cm (20 inches) in height, available through retailers like the Ghibli Store .

Cardboard serves as temporary supports and caps for turrets. To create the "cottage-core" aesthetic, shingles for the houses on the castle's back are often hand-cut from old cereal boxes using pattern-edged scissors. For a more substantial project, some DIY paper

The phrase refers to a popular video by the creator , who built a highly detailed, 21-inch tall miniature of Howl's Moving Castle using repurposed household trash. While the castle's main body is made from plastic containers (like kimchi tubs and nut jars), paper and cardboard are essential for creating the "wizard architecture" and smaller details. How Paper and Cardboard are Used The phrase refers to a popular video by

Watch these tutorials to see how junk and paper are transformed into Studio Ghibli magic: Thin paperboard strips (from cereal boxes) are used

that capture the Ghibli aesthetic in a small, precise scale without requiring paint.

Thin paperboard strips (from cereal boxes) are used to blend different container shapes together, creating a seamless, organic look for the castle's hull.