You are a genius. A few years ago i built a few of your steampunk props thanks to your patterns. To everybody: buy the Ultimate Everything Super Value Pattern Bundle. It is more than worth the money.
I work with stage props. And we also use the same insulation foam rod you've used in this video. So I thought I'd share some of our secrets. Whenever we work with softish foam (be it EVA/L200 or the insulation stuff) we always cover the foam with a layer auf gauze and something called Hatovit. Hatovid is somewhere in between liquid latex and pva glue. It is flexible, not shiny and not sticky when dry. A bit harder than liquid latex and acrylic paint sticks to it. But you could totally use either liquid latex or pva glue (or a mix of both) to do the same thing. This gives all of our foam pieces a gauze texture, wich we usually do not mind since everything is painted anyways and stage props are very far away from the audience, so the texture is not that visible. Though we might cover foam in lycra if it has to look super smooth. So if you are ever working with the isolation foam rods again and you want everything a bit more sturdy, this might be an option. If you do not mind the texture that is.
@@LostWax I hope it helps. I am pretty sure that Hatovit is a product that is only sold in Germany and you probably would not be able to buy it. But something similar should exist in other countries. One of the more famous things this technique was used on is Pumbaa's head from the lion king musical.
I have got to say, I thoroughly enjoy your videos. The level of detail, without being boring. A tricky balance, but you nail it. Please keep creating! ❤
Couldn't help but to smile when i watched this 🙂 I have a friend that is a big Nintendo fan and especially anything Super Mario. There is a "slight" chance he might be interested in this one.
i love the smooth and details in your works, can u make the canyon blast of samus aran? :D I've never seen anyone else do it or at least record while doing it.
With the poly foam, do you know if aerosol sprays will eat away at it? example plasti-dip? I learned the hard way that spray paint will eat some high density housing insulation while working on the great knife for pyramid head..... I was able to cut away quickly and save the piece thankfully
@@LostWax did I just inspire a video?.... lol I instantly went to Amazon to buy one of those variable temp glue guns after you demonstrating that babacking foam melts at the higher temps. I've got a huge project coming up issuing a bunch of copper pipe insulation tubes which I'm 99% sure are the same kinda foam, so you saved me a huge heart attack in the near future. Keep the content coming brother, one horn a bunch of eureka moments from your channel
Okay, I just tried it with some Rustoleum Painters Touch spray paint, and it does not seem to be eating the foam. I have also felt the pain of seeing my creation melt away from spraying it.... on a rocket I made when I was about 10. I just wanted it to look shiny and silver🙁
So good! I bought your Ultimate Everything Super Value Pattern Bundle a couple of weeks ago. I've been buying all of the supplies that you recommended. (BTW: That glue gun you recommended is AWESOME!) . My 7 year old granddaughter and I are going to build a suit of armor for each of us. After that are planning to make MANY more of your creations. I would never be able to make any of these items without you. Thank you SO much! p.s. There was a comment below regarding the jetpack from The Rocketeer. I would LOVE to build that AND the Rocketeer Helmet if you were to ever do those. Just my .02. One more thing: If any of you are considering buying a pattern here, just get the Ultimate Everything Super Value Pattern Bundle. It is TOTALLY worth it! Do yourself a favor and check it out!
Hello I'm going to attempt this and gathering materials to get started where can I find the orange foam piece to glue all the yellow pieces on? I purchased your template but I don't see this piece mentioned in the materials list or where to find it. Please help
The only downside to painting before gluing would be if you painted where the glue was going to go, because then the glue would stick to the paint rather than the foam, and you are reliant on how well the paint is attached to the foam for strength.
The bowser shell is part of the turtle shell pattern, so I guess it's not really obvious. It's a little ways down, just before the free pattern section.
I just find it much easier to glue it inside out- that way I can make sure the surface that will end up facing up is being glued properly while still being able to put enough pressure on the seam. It's hard to explain, but makes sense once you try it out.
You are a genius. A few years ago i built a few of your steampunk props thanks to your patterns. To everybody: buy the Ultimate Everything Super Value Pattern Bundle. It is more than worth the money.
I love hearing that people are still getting value from the bundle, thanks so much for your support!!
I work with stage props. And we also use the same insulation foam rod you've used in this video. So I thought I'd share some of our secrets.
Whenever we work with softish foam (be it EVA/L200 or the insulation stuff) we always cover the foam with a layer auf gauze and something called Hatovit. Hatovid is somewhere in between liquid latex and pva glue. It is flexible, not shiny and not sticky when dry. A bit harder than liquid latex and acrylic paint sticks to it. But you could totally use either liquid latex or pva glue (or a mix of both) to do the same thing.
This gives all of our foam pieces a gauze texture, wich we usually do not mind since everything is painted anyways and stage props are very far away from the audience, so the texture is not that visible. Though we might cover foam in lycra if it has to look super smooth. So if you are ever working with the isolation foam rods again and you want everything a bit more sturdy, this might be an option. If you do not mind the texture that is.
Wow, that's some fantastic information, I'll definitely look into that more!
@@LostWax I hope it helps. I am pretty sure that Hatovit is a product that is only sold in Germany and you probably would not be able to buy it. But something similar should exist in other countries.
One of the more famous things this technique was used on is Pumbaa's head from the lion king musical.
@@Matschen Cool, it definitely deserves some looking into!
I have got to say, I thoroughly enjoy your videos.
The level of detail, without being boring. A tricky balance, but you nail it.
Please keep creating! ❤
Thanks so much. That’s always been my goal-to give you everything you need to know without wasting your valuable time!
Couldn't help but to smile when i watched this 🙂 I have a friend that is a big Nintendo fan and especially anything Super Mario. There is a "slight" chance he might be interested in this one.
Fantastic!
Really good work, my daughter is super happy with her koopa shell, thanks to your paterns 🙂.
Awww, that's great to hear!!
You are a wizard! I got the turtle shell fie ninjas but changed my mind. And then stumbled on this at the last min! I'm ready!
This is incredible. Great work!
You're so clever! I look forward to your videis. Thanks for posting.
Thanks for watching!!
Hi! Thank you very much for your help in this vidéo. The result is amazing!
This turned out awesome!
I think so too!
Sweeeeeeet! And awesome! Thanks, Chris!
You bet!
this is awesome man!! ill make one!
Nice!
Game up! This is very cool!
Any ideas on how to patch a small hole my hot glue burned into the shell edge aka the pipe insulation?
Looks great!
i love the smooth and details in your works, can u make the canyon blast of samus aran? :D
I've never seen anyone else do it or at least record while doing it.
I'm not sure.....
me gusta tu trabajo
With the poly foam, do you know if aerosol sprays will eat away at it? example plasti-dip? I learned the hard way that spray paint will eat some high density housing insulation while working on the great knife for pyramid head..... I was able to cut away quickly and save the piece thankfully
That's a good question. I'm gonna go try it right now.
@@LostWax did I just inspire a video?.... lol I instantly went to Amazon to buy one of those variable temp glue guns after you demonstrating that babacking foam melts at the higher temps. I've got a huge project coming up issuing a bunch of copper pipe insulation tubes which I'm 99% sure are the same kinda foam, so you saved me a huge heart attack in the near future. Keep the content coming brother, one horn a bunch of eureka moments from your channel
Okay, I just tried it with some Rustoleum Painters Touch spray paint, and it does not seem to be eating the foam.
I have also felt the pain of seeing my creation melt away from spraying it.... on a rocket I made when I was about 10. I just wanted it to look shiny and silver🙁
@@LostWax hard lessons are knowledge earned😉
@@gingernaut2550 One saved heart attack- now that's a good days work. Glad my content has been helpful for you!
What kind of paint did you use
Would sealing the shell post painting help lerserve the paint job?
I'm not sure... as long as it wasn't brittle, it wouldn't hurt, but it wouldn't really help with adhesion....
Como faço para adquirir um desse? Você vende?
Weirdly I used the same pipe but didn’t need glue but incase it does come off after some time how should I reinforce it
So good! I bought your Ultimate Everything Super Value Pattern Bundle a couple of weeks ago. I've been buying all of the supplies that you recommended. (BTW: That glue gun you recommended is AWESOME!) . My 7 year old granddaughter and I are going to build a suit of armor for each of us. After that are planning to make MANY more of your creations. I would never be able to make any of these items without you. Thank you SO much! p.s. There was a comment below regarding the jetpack from The Rocketeer. I would LOVE to build that AND the Rocketeer Helmet if you were to ever do those. Just my .02.
One more thing: If any of you are considering buying a pattern here, just get the Ultimate Everything Super Value Pattern Bundle. It is TOTALLY worth it! Do yourself a favor and check it out!
Aww, that's fantastic, I love that you are going to be making with your granddaughter! And, I'll add your two cents to Rocketeer costume fund!!
Hello I'm going to attempt this and gathering materials to get started where can I find the orange foam piece to glue all the yellow pieces on? I purchased your template but I don't see this piece mentioned in the materials list or where to find it. Please help
Nevermind I just found your other video that explains this step. Thank you!!!
@@valeriacervantez1167 Nice!!
love it!
What would be the downside of painting pieces before glueing them?
The only downside to painting before gluing would be if you painted where the glue was going to go, because then the glue would stick to the paint rather than the foam, and you are reliant on how well the paint is attached to the foam for strength.
Will you have the templates so I can do it at home for my son?
You can find the templates on my website www.lostwaxoz.com/shop
The turtle shell pattern includes the bowser pattern as well.
Has the PDF templates for a kid?? I wanna do it for my nephew.
The patter has 4 sizes, the smaller ones would definitely be child sized
Have you tried coating your foam in Plastidip? It might help the paint adhere to the foam rings a bit better.
That could be worth a try.....
I went directly to your web page, but i didnt found the Bowser Shell pattern, just the turtle one.
Do you have this pattern for sale?
The Bowser shell is actually included with the turtle one.
@@LostWax oh darn, i just saw that on the description. Great, thanks…. Running to get it rn. 👌🏻👌🏻
Thanks, Chris. Guys, get the Ultimate Everything Super Value Pattern Bundle
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Hey just wondering where is your bowser shell on the Web site
The bowser shell is part of the turtle shell pattern, so I guess it's not really obvious. It's a little ways down, just before the free pattern section.
@@LostWax thanks tbh I'm surprised you answered so quick
@@LostWaxis the outline of the support for the bowser shell in it aswell?
this wil be awesome for a tmnt cosplay!
Yep, that’s how it all started😀
Yep, that’s how it all started😀
cool
That would be great turned into the bank of a chair
It would be amazing.
I'd love to see you try your hand at the jetpack from The Rocketeer.
Yes, I’ve thought of it many times, I wonder if there would be enough people who would want to make one though?
@@LostWax you could make a poll, see what kind of response you get. I bet if you did the helmet too, there's be plenty of people in to the set.
I would like the jetpack AND the helmet. Count me in! @@GeoffreyToday
@@GeoffreyToday true!
Why did you have to glue the shell inside out then change it
I just find it much easier to glue it inside out- that way I can make sure the surface that will end up facing up is being glued properly while still being able to put enough pressure on the seam. It's hard to explain, but makes sense once you try it out.
If only there was a way to make a Squirtle shell. Or a Master Oogway. Oh well.
I want not be brazilian to can buy your patterns
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