Complete suit in 30min tutorial that was clear, concise and yet entertaining, [the family inclusion was a lot of fun too!]. I think this video ticks all the boxes for 'perfect' content - an award winner if ever there was a competion for such things...and having a suit of armour would be handy in a competitive environment too! Cheers Chris.
I'm so beyond thrilled to see another video from you and for it be a full set of armor is icing on the medieval cake! This is absolutely a bucket list build for me now. Thank you so much for sharing your talent and time!
Omg yes female sizes needed here! :D I love that this is way more accessible of a build than a lot other builds (I cannot use contact cement because of living space constraints)
I can't image the amount of time it takes just to create the VIDEO! I've always loved costumes and your presentation never fails to enhance the imagination--love that you show some of the options at the end (spikes, etc.). Really makes me want to get out my foam and do a creation this weekend! Much thanks for all your (and your family!) efforts and kindness at sharing these with others.
It does take a ton of time, but I do have to say, I am so thankful that it can be my job. And the best part is when I get to see what people have made and hear that I have inspired more makery!
I would also suggest everyone to observe or create an historical 15th century plate armor of your choice (English, German, Italian) but out of foam. There are patterns for it. It taught me a lot of armor making which helped me a lot to create fantasy ones too.
Amazing - as always! Such brilliant patterns but also love the time you put into your videos so that people like me feel like we can actually achieve this! I'm definitely going to take a punt at this one and go back into past files and do a few of those, too. Thanks for putting so much effort into all of these for everyone to enjoy.
Thank you Chris I’m hopefully going to an event this September that has a knight theme and I’ve been hoping that you would drop this soon so I could make this and blow peoples minds. Now I just need to print and assemble. I can’t wait 😁
It boggles my mind to see how well you can make a convincing suit of armour from these foam sheets. I think I'll have to figure out how to adapt this methodology to make my own suit of Ned Kelly armour.
I love this, but, one suggestion, for the lames, both on the stomach and the tassels, you should try attaching them with strips of elastic (or foam if you're feeling fancy), similar to historical examples, so that you have more mobility
OMG You literally saved me so much time ! I am planning on doing an armor set from World of Warcraft for my boyfriend, your tutorial is going to help me so much ! A big thanks to you !
At last! An affordable way of doing King Arthur and The Knights of the Round Table on stage without having to set it in the Dark Ages! I'm just having visions at the moment of huge armies of knights!!!
Hi! I've never looked into cosplay before but I'm dressing up as Romeo in the 1996 Romeo + Juliet for a costume party, where he dresses as a knight, and though he only wears pauldrons this video was so helpful!! The effort you put into this video is unbelievable, I can see so much love goes into your work and I'm so grateful. Thank you
Found your channel about a half an hour ago......I'm TOTALLY HOOKED!!!!! Binge watching! And ... subscribed!!!!! Love the quality of your work AND your fun sense of humor!!!!! Thank you for sharing all your hard work with "us".
Materials List: Printer Paper Tape Scissors Pen (not ballpoint Box cutter or exacto knife Sandpaper (80 grit Hot glue gun 6mm eva foam 2mm eva foam Velcro 4 mm hole punch Quarter inch vinyl tubing Webbing or strap Cloth Contact cement 1 inch elastic 2 cm webbing Paint brush Acrylic paint (black was used Acrylic paint for accents (red and silver used Silver metallic paint Paint sealer
Bought the pattern, started building 7 complete suits of armour with it. Can't wait to credit you with a special thanks in my short film. This was the biggest lifesaver! Thank you so much mate!
Awesome armour. Excellent video as always and very well explained. I can already see myself and my grandkids running around in this at Halloween. Thanks Chris
Your surprising at first but wow your a wonderful speaker ,teacher and artist.....and very very funny and inspirational for children of all ages ....thanks for that
steller work, I absolutely adore how accessible your content is. I would love to see more of everything armor related. A more feminine breastplate, maybe a more historic full plate breastplate with the pointy chest, a way to add gauntlets that goes over the vambrace (gotta protect those fingers), anything really. also this video came out the day I went to my local Renaissance Festival (perhaps my last one at this location ;-; ) so this video feels like a sign. I've been wanting to make a set of super weathered full plate with a skull mask inside the helmet as like a death knight sort of vibe
This is really great. Thank you so much for making the video. I think the kids pattern needs to have the arm pieces be mirrored. I made it as described (2 exact copies of each piece) and the left arm has the high point in back while the right has the high point in front.
Yes, the pattern has the left arm, and then those pieces need to be flipped for the right. I think I need to make that more obvious in the pattern, thanks for reminding me!!
For image transfer you can use regular laser printer and iron. Prints really easy moving from paper to foam but iron must be on 1* prevent foam melting
This is a brilliant kit! The patterns are great and instructions simple to follow!! I am going to have to wait for the larger pattern though as this didn't quite fit my son - the breast plate didn't reach the back plate. But I had fun making it and will keep it in a kit for loaner wear. Thank you so much!!
Thanks for your feedback, I'd love to get an idea of the dimensions of your son, so I can get a feel for the other sizes I need to make, feel free to email me at lostwaxozcontact@gmail.com if you have the time. Another possible quick fix is just to add a strip on the sides of the back plate as well as at the shoulders so it will fit a larger size.
Historical armour nerd here. The "poleyn hinges" are called lames! A lame is any of the narrow flexible panels like this, though calling them lames might feel a bit.... uncool.
You’ve made my son’s day!! I just started making some cosplay costumes but was intimidated by any sort of armor. My son and I just watched this and thanks to you, he finally gets to be an authentic knight next Halloween!! Thank you! (oh, and he wanted me to say that he thinks you are super funny😁)
I have to ask ( and definitely not because I’m making a lot of Star Wars costumes this year🥴), but have you done any “trooper/Vader-ish type costumes? And if not…………. WHY?!?!!!?😱😱😱😱😱. If you need suggestions for specific troopers , like a Kashyyyk BARC Scout, just let me know😉!
@@famoleeof1022 No, I actually haven't- one of the reason's I haven't is because I don't want to mess too much with copyrighted stuff- that's why most of my patterns are originals. Maybe someday.......
Ok your amazing! Sooo Chris I see all kinds of cool helms on your shelves....where r those videos??? I'm a leather worker & fuurrier... never thought..foam!
There should be videos for most of them I think most are in this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLIbQjQ4h9ZxGLh-cN76Rnxwxmpx-EEmiL Yep, foam can be incredible. Especially some of the high density stuff. Not as amazing as leather, but great for a cheap alternative. I've actually been planning to do some leather work videos but just can't seem to get around to it:)
Very cool, and I appreciate how unintimidating you make it look. I make paper mache sculptures, and I currently have one of a gorilla that, on all fours, is about 22'" tall to the top of the head. I bring him around to different businesses, and I have friends who make different 'costumes' for him, depending on the business (ie: workout clothes at the gym, bib overalls at the farm store). I was thinking about making a suit of armor for him, to display at our local gaming store, and wondered how one could design a pattern for something so awkwardly sized and shaped. I would use 2mm foam for everything.
IT's been to long, glad to see you back in action!!! love your content man. Also YYYYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSS this is my new costume for my renaissance fair!
@@andrewpbclarke You bet it is!! If you didn't;t get an update email, you can just go to your purchase from your original receipt and get the new patterns. If you don't have that email, I can find it and resend it to you.
Most Needed tutorial for me is how to make pattern for armor, weapon, helm and etc. I have a picture and still don't know how to make a pattern from image
You made something that seemed impossible for me to do possible. Your how-to videos are amazing! Going to attempt making a breastplate soon, using some of your tips!
Hi Chris, this is stunning! I think you’ve excelled yourself this time... you are the Michaelangelo of foamcraft 😁. The narration is so funny (as well as being clear and informative), when are you going to narrate audiobooks? Will there be a battle between Wonder Woman and the Shadow Knight? You should ask your great kids to be your squires for donning the armour. Keep up the fantastic work 👍🏻.
Thanks! I love making our own costumes, sort of lost art out there! Im seeing this, a few weeks prior to halloween of 2022 because we have a party to go to....yes a LIVE party ( been on the shelf due to covid) Really enjoyed your video and humor.
If you have trouble with hot glue use barge. You put it on, let it dry for a few seconds and it glues right together. No need to hold it in place for long periods of time. .
I loved this video! Knights and kingdoms are something i am realy into. If you would like to make an interesting video, could you do the looking glass knight from dark souls 2? it would be cool to see her as a foam armour. Thanks for reading my comment.
I’m trying to make some armor for a school performance and making my own design so we’ll see how it goes. I can’t get the pattern so we’re gonna be using tank tops and a dress I have that has the neckline I want. Wish me luck
You are truly a master at walking someone through the construction of this masterpiece!
What a nice comment! My goal is always to make instructions that are as complete and concise as possible, so it's good to hear!
Complete suit in 30min tutorial that was clear, concise and yet entertaining, [the family inclusion was a lot of fun too!]. I think this video ticks all the boxes for 'perfect' content - an award winner if ever there was a competion for such things...and having a suit of armour would be handy in a competitive environment too! Cheers Chris.
That comment is as good as a reward! Thanks! 🏆
I'm so beyond thrilled to see another video from you and for it be a full set of armor is icing on the medieval cake! This is absolutely a bucket list build for me now. Thank you so much for sharing your talent and time!
You're so welcome, and I'm glad it's something to get excited about!
Omg yes female sizes needed here! :D I love that this is way more accessible of a build than a lot other builds (I cannot use contact cement because of living space constraints)
Awesome, thanks for the input!
I can't image the amount of time it takes just to create the VIDEO! I've always loved costumes and your presentation never fails to enhance the imagination--love that you show some of the options at the end (spikes, etc.). Really makes me want to get out my foam and do a creation this weekend! Much thanks for all your (and your family!) efforts and kindness at sharing these with others.
It does take a ton of time, but I do have to say, I am so thankful that it can be my job. And the best part is when I get to see what people have made and hear that I have inspired more makery!
It is always a pleasure to watch your videos and see the sense of humor in the family.
Cheers
Cheers!
ITS HERE OMG IVE BEEN WAITING ALL WEEK IN LIKE SUPER ANTICIPATION
I hear ya, this one feels like it's been a loooooong time coming:)
As always, AMAZING! Yes to female armor
noted:)
This is so great! I've been working on basically the exact same project for my Halloween display this year. I'm excited to compare notes!!
Nice!
I love this guy. That humor is right up my alley.
That paint mix for silver is a golden tip to me... ahem... silver tip... Thanks!
Hehe, thanks Ben!!
Looks so great. Love you're step by step tutorials. Now i need to find the time !
Ahh yes, it always seems like there is not enough hours in the day!
I would also suggest everyone to observe or create an historical 15th century plate armor of your choice (English, German, Italian) but out of foam. There are patterns for it. It taught me a lot of armor making which helped me a lot to create fantasy ones too.
Amazing - as always! Such brilliant patterns but also love the time you put into your videos so that people like me feel like we can actually achieve this! I'm definitely going to take a punt at this one and go back into past files and do a few of those, too. Thanks for putting so much effort into all of these for everyone to enjoy.
Yes!! You can totally do it! And thanks for the kind words❤️
Thank you Chris I’m hopefully going to an event this September that has a knight theme and I’ve been hoping that you would drop this soon so I could make this and blow peoples minds. Now I just need to print and assemble. I can’t wait 😁
So good! Would love to see the result!
This is a pristine creation! I'm making a kingsguard armor from got for myself!
Nice!
I have been waiting for this whit a lot of emotion, something more that I will buy.
It is always worth it 😁
THANKS LOX WAX!!
Yes me too!!! and you're welcome:)
It boggles my mind to see how well you can make a convincing suit of armour from these foam sheets. I think I'll have to figure out how to adapt this methodology to make my own suit of Ned Kelly armour.
Very well done! Love the Warden inspired helmet!
Thank you!
Genius. All my life i wanted to make armor. Now i have a winter project. Thank you, can't wait to get started. You are a real artist !
I LOVE THE ARMS AND LEGS YOU HAVE EARNED A SUBSCRIBER
Welcome here!! Thanks for the sub:)
Definitely gonna come back to this once I will make my first armor!
It's finally here!
This is simply amazing, the attention to detail and the clear instructions are spot-on. Thank you!
You're very welcome!
I love this, but, one suggestion, for the lames, both on the stomach and the tassels, you should try attaching them with strips of elastic (or foam if you're feeling fancy), similar to historical examples, so that you have more mobility
That's Great idea! I bet there's a few ways we could upgrade this pattern over time. Thanks for the suggestion!
I just finished making this a few days ago and it looks amazing! Just wanted to say thanks lost wax!! ❤️❤️
hi can i have the pattren plz
Thank you for putting the helmet pattern in with the armor pattern. I hope that you make more foam armor in the future.
I hope so too!
Fantastic!! I can imagine this video took a long time to make! I might be tempted to make this, but I'm going to need a bigger house first!
Yep it did:) That is one problem with solid costumes....you need somewhere to store them....
It is so crazy to me that your kids are getting so big! I can’t believe I’ve been watching your videos for so long. Yet another wonderful video!!
I know, time just seems to fly by. Thanks for sticking around for so many years, I think you've been around since the beginning, or close to it!
OMG You literally saved me so much time ! I am planning on doing an armor set from World of Warcraft for my boyfriend, your tutorial is going to help me so much ! A big thanks to you !
You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful!
At last! An affordable way of doing King Arthur and The Knights of the Round Table on stage without having to set it in the Dark Ages! I'm just having visions at the moment of huge armies of knights!!!
Hi! I've never looked into cosplay before but I'm dressing up as Romeo in the 1996 Romeo + Juliet for a costume party, where he dresses as a knight, and though he only wears pauldrons this video was so helpful!! The effort you put into this video is unbelievable, I can see so much love goes into your work and I'm so grateful. Thank you
It would be nice if you make a tutorial to make a samurai armor
Thanks, that's a really good idea. I'll put it on the (long) list of projects!
Found your channel about a half an hour ago......I'm TOTALLY HOOKED!!!!! Binge watching! And ... subscribed!!!!!
Love the quality of your work AND your fun sense of humor!!!!!
Thank you for sharing all your hard work with "us".
I'm so glad you found me! I hope you can get lots of great ideas and make some amazing creations!
Materials List:
Printer
Paper
Tape
Scissors
Pen (not ballpoint
Box cutter or exacto knife
Sandpaper (80 grit
Hot glue gun
6mm eva foam
2mm eva foam
Velcro
4 mm hole punch
Quarter inch vinyl tubing
Webbing or strap
Cloth
Contact cement
1 inch elastic
2 cm webbing
Paint brush
Acrylic paint (black was used
Acrylic paint for accents (red and silver used
Silver metallic paint
Paint sealer
Bought the pattern, started building 7 complete suits of armour with it. Can't wait to credit you with a special thanks in my short film.
This was the biggest lifesaver! Thank you so much mate!
Oh, wow, that's a lot of work!! I'd love to see the short film!
@@LostWax I'll link you when it's finished 👍👍
@@TurnAwayFilms Sweet!
Awesome armour. Excellent video as always and very well explained. I can already see myself and my grandkids running around in this at Halloween. Thanks Chris
Hehe, awesome!
Completely awesome!
Thank you! Cheers!
how can I get the PDF?
Buy it from his site
Your surprising at first but wow your a wonderful speaker ,teacher and artist.....and very very funny and inspirational for children of all ages ....thanks for that
Wow, thank you!
This tutorial gives me hope to make foam armor again.
steller work, I absolutely adore how accessible your content is.
I would love to see more of everything armor related. A more feminine breastplate, maybe a more historic full plate breastplate with the pointy chest, a way to add gauntlets that goes over the vambrace (gotta protect those fingers), anything really.
also this video came out the day I went to my local Renaissance Festival (perhaps my last one at this location ;-; ) so this video feels like a sign. I've been wanting to make a set of super weathered full plate with a skull mask inside the helmet as like a death knight sort of vibe
Awesome, good to know what people are looking for. Also would love to see your skull mask armor!!
i’ve been brainstorming halloween costumes and i think im going to be using this pattern and tutorial to be a knight. it’s really well put together!
I hope it works well for you!!
This is AWESOME!
Phenomenal skill and execution Chris. BRAVO
Thanks so much!
OMG LOVE this. Um...any chance you could offer some insight for how to adjust it for a smaller female frame?
Yes, it looks like I will be making a female version, so I will get to work on how to make adjustments etc. Stay tuned!
I have the Ultimate Pattern, so I'm super excited about this!! Thank you Chris!
Yay! Hope you enjoy it!
This is really great. Thank you so much for making the video. I think the kids pattern needs to have the arm pieces be mirrored. I made it as described (2 exact copies of each piece) and the left arm has the high point in back while the right has the high point in front.
Yes, the pattern has the left arm, and then those pieces need to be flipped for the right. I think I need to make that more obvious in the pattern, thanks for reminding me!!
For image transfer you can use regular laser printer and iron. Prints really easy moving from paper to foam but iron must be on 1* prevent foam melting
I've gotta try that out, if it works, that'd be fantastic!!
This is a brilliant kit! The patterns are great and instructions simple to follow!! I am going to have to wait for the larger pattern though as this didn't quite fit my son - the breast plate didn't reach the back plate. But I had fun making it and will keep it in a kit for loaner wear. Thank you so much!!
Thanks for your feedback, I'd love to get an idea of the dimensions of your son, so I can get a feel for the other sizes I need to make, feel free to email me at lostwaxozcontact@gmail.com if you have the time. Another possible quick fix is just to add a strip on the sides of the back plate as well as at the shoulders so it will fit a larger size.
THANK YEWWWWW for going into SO much detail about attaching everything. You're awesome
No problem!! I hope it's helpful!
This is the most beautiful thing I haven't watched 😍😍😍 I'll edit this later when I finish watching it.
I was looking for some of these tutorials. I’m gonna build Excalibur Sonic’s armor from Sonic and the Black Knight!
Nice!
This video was really cool thanks for posting it.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Low key wanna use this as a base for a stormtrooper costume
Three minutes in and I am already subscribed, awesome work! Will watch this again as I am going to get some foam.
Welcome aboard!
Yeeees a new video.
And as always i'm amazed by your work 🖤👏🏻🖤👏🏻🖤👏🏻🖤👏🏻🖤
Thank you!
Absolutely FANTASTIC
hot glue works but you could also use contact adhesive
For sure!
Cool tutorial. I get fix it Felix vibes from your voice!
Thanks! 😃
I think I have that coffee/tea mug !!
Best Mug Ever. Well done.
Really cool design, just wish it was free
Looks good! Is the reason u don't use any primer on the foam to keep a rougher texture so it looks more like worn metal?
Thank you SO much!!!
Deeply appreciate these tips
Glad it was helpful!
Your videos and creations keep getting better and better Chris!
Thanks Sam!
Historical armour nerd here. The "poleyn hinges" are called lames! A lame is any of the narrow flexible panels like this, though calling them lames might feel a bit.... uncool.
Thanks, that's great info!
You’ve made my son’s day!! I just started making some cosplay costumes but was intimidated by any sort of armor. My son and I just watched this and thanks to you, he finally gets to be an authentic knight next Halloween!! Thank you! (oh, and he wanted me to say that he thinks you are super funny😁)
Awww, that's so cool! And say a big hi to your son from me!
I have to ask ( and definitely not because I’m making a lot of Star Wars costumes this year🥴), but have you done any “trooper/Vader-ish type costumes? And if not………….
WHY?!?!!!?😱😱😱😱😱. If you need suggestions for specific troopers , like a Kashyyyk BARC Scout, just let me know😉!
@@famoleeof1022 No, I actually haven't- one of the reason's I haven't is because I don't want to mess too much with copyrighted stuff- that's why most of my patterns are originals. Maybe someday.......
Ok your amazing! Sooo Chris I see all kinds of cool helms on your shelves....where r those videos???
I'm a leather worker & fuurrier... never thought..foam!
There should be videos for most of them I think most are in this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLIbQjQ4h9ZxGLh-cN76Rnxwxmpx-EEmiL
Yep, foam can be incredible. Especially some of the high density stuff. Not as amazing as leather, but great for a cheap alternative. I've actually been planning to do some leather work videos but just can't seem to get around to it:)
So funny! I love this idea 🤣
that looks fantastic! and not too intimidating that it would be out of my skill level.
Yeah, if you take it slow it's really not that hard of a pattern to make- it just uses a lot of foam.
Omg thanks mate
Absoloutly amazing and exactly what I needed you are a champion such great tips
You are so welcome!
Hi it looks great
But if I only want the chest armor with the shoulders and not all the parts, can you make a special price for it?
This is really helpful. I want to try this
Another great video. The armor looks fantastic.
Thank you kindly!
Very cool, and I appreciate how unintimidating you make it look.
I make paper mache sculptures, and I currently have one of a gorilla that, on all fours, is about 22'" tall to the top of the head. I bring him around to different businesses, and I have friends who make different 'costumes' for him, depending on the business (ie: workout clothes at the gym, bib overalls at the farm store).
I was thinking about making a suit of armor for him, to display at our local gaming store, and wondered how one could design a pattern for something so awkwardly sized and shaped. I would use 2mm foam for everything.
IT's been to long, glad to see you back in action!!! love your content man. Also YYYYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSS this is my new costume for my renaissance fair!
Nice.
Thanks man! We ❤ this. 😊
You're welcome!
Another great plan, Chris and weill explained.
Glad you think so!
@@LostWax is this included in the ultimate bundle I purchased. I feel new armour build coming on.
@@andrewpbclarke You bet it is!! If you didn't;t get an update email, you can just go to your purchase from your original receipt and get the new patterns. If you don't have that email, I can find it and resend it to you.
@@LostWax. Found it. I feel a doom guy/knight armour mashup in the making.
@@andrewpbclarke perfect.
Thanks for sharing your amazing skills!! So inspirational!
Thanks for watching!
Most Needed tutorial for me is how to make pattern for armor, weapon, helm and etc. I have a picture and still don't know how to make a pattern from image
Would it fit someone who's 6 foot 3 and skinny?
absolutely awesome! Thank you, CHRIS!
My pleasure!
Thank you!!!!!Adore this!
i’m just starting to get into cosplay, and your channel is really helpful! You and your family seem like lovely people :))
Aww, thank you! and I'm so glad you've found my channel helpful, Have fun making!
Just amazing. Thank you 😊
WOWZA! This is amazing Chris!
Thanks Traci!!
@@LostWax I forgot to mention of love to see a female breast plate
You made something that seemed impossible for me to do possible. Your how-to videos are amazing! Going to attempt making a breastplate soon, using some of your tips!
Superb brow❤️ ❤️ from srilanka 🇱🇰
Looks great. Please do a female version.
Will do!
Hi, please tell me what the measurements are. Thanks
Hi Chris, this is stunning! I think you’ve excelled yourself this time... you are the Michaelangelo of foamcraft 😁. The narration is so funny (as well as being clear and informative), when are you going to narrate audiobooks? Will there be a battle between Wonder Woman and the Shadow Knight? You should ask your great kids to be your squires for donning the armour. Keep up the fantastic work 👍🏻.
Thanks so much Iain, glad you appreciate my vids:)
Thanks! I love making our own costumes, sort of lost art out there! Im seeing this, a few weeks prior to halloween of 2022 because we have a party to go to....yes a LIVE party ( been on the shelf due to covid) Really enjoyed your video and humor.
Have fun at the party!!
If you have trouble with hot glue use barge. You put it on, let it dry for a few seconds and it glues right together. No need to hold it in place for long periods of time. .
Agreed. And use a respirator and do it outside.
Perfect
and do you know where I could get the Goldrake Duke Fleed patterns?
All I can say it, AWESOME!
Wow, thanks!
well time to go to the black market to get my cousin the body parts needed
Olá, onde consigo os moldes?
I loved this video! Knights and kingdoms are something i am realy into. If you would like to make an interesting video, could you do the looking glass knight from dark souls 2? it would be cool to see her as a foam armour. Thanks for reading my comment.
I’m trying to make some armor for a school performance and making my own design so we’ll see how it goes. I can’t get the pattern so we’re gonna be using tank tops and a dress I have that has the neckline I want. Wish me luck
Sounds fun, Good luck!