Hey everyone, just thought I would mention that you can check out my current favourite paints and supplies on my Amazon page (affiliate link) www.amazon.com/shop/lostwax
This is perfect! You might just be one of my favorite youtubers! :) Thank you so much for sharing all the tutorials and patterns! I can't wait to see more! :)
Thank you! This is awesome and exactly what I needed to make my daughter an aviator cap for an Amelia Earhart costume! She was beyond excited when I showed her your video. I will post photos... I have one question, would you be willing to post measurement for the different sizes? I can't find that anywhere and I am horrible at trying to guess or visualize that sort of thing.
Wow, that was some dramatic supply-collecting at the beginning XD. I don't think I could hop around my house like that-- good job! Another very cool project. Thanks for sharing!
I love your videos. They've been a great help. I am making a steampunk aviator costume for my dog, Dana. It's going to be soooo cool. I've never worked with foam and contact cement. I love how workable it is and how lightweight but sturdy it is. You sure have an artists touch that I don't possess but I do the best I can. ;)
We have dove right into making an aviator hat...Me and my kids, I could have eyed out the pattern but love that you are doing this and just wanted to support you in some way.. but we have been mustering away for hours at it!! thanks so much for sharing.. I enjoy every single damn one of them. :)
josie Langfieldj Thanks for your support! I really appreciate it:) So…. mustering away for hours…. is that a good thing or a bad thing? I hope it is all working for you! If not, give me a shout:)
Having a great time.. actually never actually finished them -- mustering away for hours.. pretending the kids were old enough to do it.. so I was making 3 of these simultaneously-- just needs so fancy bits.. and I couldn't find my hair dryer.. but was eager to start painting soooo.. hopefully the rigidness will go away once I do find it.. I hope I didn't wreck them all doing it out of sequence.. BTW.. genious new awesomeness.. on the make it look like leather.. I have never seen this before.. I know how to make it look like metal.. but never thought of leather.. totally badass tutorials. Thanks again. The rambling about me acting as if you were actually interested in our stuff only comes from me liking to engage words with you as..and going on makes me get to engage longer.. and something here smells a bit like one of the kids hid some milk that has gone bad behind my computer. Anyways. Thanks again for being awesome.. now please. Go back to work.. and inspire us all some more with your awesomeness. Thanks
Hehe, I actually am interested in your stuff:) Thanks for the ramble, I love hearing how people are going with making stuff from my patterns. And I love that you called my tutorials badass. O.K. Going back to work. Got a spaceman helmet video to edit…..
Two thumbs up to this! Awesome idea! May I suggest, a few coats of either wood glue, mod podge or school glue diluted in a bit of water to make it sturdier? It's a common tip by cosplayers when working with craft foam, because it helps the paint to adhere better and makes the foam stronger, or at least, or so I read/been told :)
Good ideas, I have never tried them, but so far I have been really impressed with the strength of the foam. The one thing with the aviator hat is that I want it to stay flexible, I've heard Plasti Dip can crack when flexed- is that a problem you have run into?
Lost Wax Pasti Dip, I recon, would be a overkill on this project. I have in my mind that aviator hats are kinda floppy, since he even took the time to make it look like leather, pasti dip would probably make it so hard it'd look and feel like a football player helmet lol And I do think it cracks when flexed. I am not certain on this info tho, but since it's a hardening agent, it's very probable that such thing happens, thus was why I suggested the glue coats, it might crack too, but certainly not as much as the other product. Since DangerSounds has used it, I'll wait to see what she has to say about it :)
The other thing that is great about adding the texture with an iron is that it seals the cells of the foam so that the paint doesn't soak in as much, so fewer coats needed. Something else I have been planning to try is maybe Mod Podge as a topcoat for when you want something to look shiny. Anyone tried that?
Lost Wax Yep, when people don't seal it with heat, like you did, that's when they use the glues, to seal and help with the paint job (btw, AWESOME tutorial that one to make it look like leather, tested it with success and passed it on to friends). I think you can try it just fine, just get yourself some gloss mod podge. I don't have mod podge, hard to find in my country, so I have a generic one lol And so far it didn't let me down.
yet again another incredible video! i love how you present the materials required, always a good laugh! your ideas are so fantastic and well done, so keep it up! and i would love a video on how to steampunk things out, just basics (:
LMAO! COOL video thanks for sharing...I did my first Comic Con. in New Orleans last weekend...IM HOOKED! I have always liked the steam punk look and I'm researching know 2 get my costume right! Thanks
Ok.... it's a good thing you had a closeup of your wedding ring (and loverly wife), because I want to marry you after watching this. I hope my son grows up to be you. Thank you! What a delight to see someone care about their production values, as well as valuable content.
Great videos! They're always super useful. Although would I want to paint the foam before I start or after the hat is finished? I need to make a cat woman costume and since real leather is super expensive (and I want to make it not buy it) this seems like a great option.
Mary Berger Hi Mary, I am actually in the process of making a steampunk catwoman costume, and have made a really nice looking mask out of craft foam. Definitely paint it at the end, to cover up any glue and so the glue sticks to the foam, not just a layer of paint. Here's a link to a quick pic of the cat woman mask, I should have the pattern up within a week(fingers crossed). lostwaxoz.deviantart.com/art/Steampunk-Catwoman-Mask-484595515
My first attempt with hot glue was a hot mess. It was my first ever try with foam. It only cost me .50 cents and i learned a lot. Going to try with contact cement tonight
Love your videos! Made the top hat for my husband last year and it was amazing!! Working on this aviator cap with my niece now and having just a few little issues.... it fits great on the back and sides but there's a large gap on the top of her head. Also, we've been working with the hairdryer but the seams are still pointy. Any suggestions for these two things? Thanks!!!
Do you have to paint the hat after it's glued together? Or can you paint it before you assemble it? It seems like that would be easier, but i dont want to screw it up!
I think I would recommend painting afterward, unless you are super careful and don't get any paint on the thin edges that get glued together. Because it is such a small point of contact between the pieces, I feel it is critical that it gets the strongest bond possible. And don't worry about screwing it up, that's how we learn:)
Hi! That's awesome! We are from Spain and we're very interested on getting the pattern of this amazing hat! But when we try to buy it, it says that it's not available in our country! Do you know how else can we get it? Thank you so much! :D
I understand it might not be your cup of tea but how about a video on motorcycle helmet mods? You seem to have the skill and I'm out of ideas on how to change helmet's shape without adding weight or undermining its integrity. In my case it started as a predator helmet project but now it shifted towards a more original steampunk piece. I just find it a fun subject and thought it might interest you as well. Cheers!
Hmm, I don't think I can help you out on that one yet, the only thing I could think of is doing a cut down version of the top hat- like a gamblers hat, but I know that's still not a bowler hat.
Hmm, I'm not quite sure what you are saying. From what I can see, the big problem is getting that nice curve to the top of the hat, and I think if you use foam, you are going to end up with seams where there shouldn't be.
you know i was excited to make something using the templates you have but only after i bought the foam did i find that i have to pay for the template too oh how great is it to spend more money on things
James Transue very true but it would work better to have a base (for me at least) to use something as a base especially for the project im trying to make.
Depends on what you are using it for- I wouldn't use super glue for the main construction, but it is great for when you need to add little bits and pieces. I also use hot glue now for pretty much everything I used to use contact cement for. Different technique, and you can't leave it in a hot cat, but much fewer fumes and easier to take apart if you make a mistake.
I know, it's hard to believe, but from my experience, I have never had the hot glue fail on me, it isn't as strong as contact cement, but it seems to be quite acceptable. Lots of things I have constructed with hot glue have taken a fair bit of abuse and stood up really well to it. Again- just gotta be careful it doesn't get too hot, and take time to practice and get a good technique. Here's a little video I made to help with that. ruclips.net/user/edit?ar=1&o=U&video_id=KqUxAOILUnM
Hi Brianna, if you measure the circumference of your head- around your forehead, over your ears and around the back to the front, that will give you an idea the size of your head. My head is 57cm and the medium easily fits me with a little room to spare. Does that help a bit?
Sort of- but then you can't heat up the hat to form it to your head- the hot glue will get soft again and I am thinking the whole thing might fall apart.
Bambi Nibbles Hmm, that's weird. I have never heard back from anyone who's card didn't work. Gumroad has just added the ability to pay with Paypal as well, so if you click th "I want this" and then look at the top right I think, there is a pay with paypal option. I guess that is probably your best bet. You should be able to use a normal card with Paypal even if you don't have an account. Hope that helps, if not, let me know and we'll figure it out.
Lost Wax Thank you for you speedy response! Your tip was the solution!! My first attempt went well! I ended up using a hot glue gun. Work with what you have right? Lol Thanks again!!! (would recommend (: )
Você pode imprimir o padrão e assistir ao vídeo para acompanhar... Is it weird that I understood part of what this person said... Thanx google translate
It might be worth trying with a different browser. I have also had a few people where their computer's autofill finned in the coupon code box, giving an invalid coupon code error. If you can't get it to work, you can email me at lostwaxozcontact@gmail.com and I am sure we can get it sorted for you! I am just about to go to bed though, so I won't see it until morning:)
Could you please make an archangel mask. It's like a steampunk batman. You can go on Google images and type in archangel mask. Please. I need it to be easy enough to be made by a kid
Hmmm. Funny you say that, I have a long wool coat that I started to chop apart to make something steampunk out of. Maybe I'll get around to it again sometime in the future…...
+Julian Kersh Yep, I explain it in the paragraph just above the Paypal button. If you buy the pattern on Gumroad by clicking the "I Want This" button, it costs $4.99, However Gumroad does not currently support Paypal, so for those who really want to pay with Paypal, I added that link to a separate shop I set up. Due to the extra cost and hassle of keeping that shop running, I needed to charge more for the patterns being purchased that way. Hope that makes sense:)
+Lost Wax It totally does. Sorry for wasting your time by not fully reading, ha! I read over it, but just wasn't paying enough attention. Thanks for the response! Fun channel and great products, man!
Hey everyone, just thought I would mention that you can check out my current favourite paints and supplies on my Amazon page (affiliate link) www.amazon.com/shop/lostwax
Coolest materials list introduction EVER!!!
This is perfect! You might just be one of my favorite youtubers! :) Thank you so much for sharing all the tutorials and patterns! I can't wait to see more! :)
OMG I just love the way you're doing your videos it's awesome... keep on going!
Thank you! This is awesome and exactly what I needed to make my daughter an aviator cap for an Amelia Earhart costume! She was beyond excited when I showed her your video. I will post photos...
I have one question, would you be willing to post measurement for the different sizes? I can't find that anywhere and I am horrible at trying to guess or visualize that sort of thing.
Wow, that was some dramatic supply-collecting at the beginning XD. I don't think I could hop around my house like that-- good job!
Another very cool project. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks, there was a bit of pain involved in all the hopping. Took me a few days to stop being sore:)
Got the plans - they're excellent as usual! Didn't need 'em, just had to have 'em! Thanks indeed, and all the best to you and yours.
Thanks for the great feedback, it's much appreciated!
I love your videos. They've been a great help. I am making a steampunk aviator costume for my dog, Dana. It's going to be soooo cool. I've never worked with foam and contact cement. I love how workable it is and how lightweight but sturdy it is. You sure have an artists touch that I don't possess but I do the best I can. ;)
Haha, all tutorials should be like this.:) It´s funny and creative, entertaining and easy to follow. Yay, good job!
We have dove right into making an aviator hat...Me and my kids, I could have eyed out the pattern but love that you are doing this and just wanted to support you in some way.. but we have been mustering away for hours at it!! thanks so much for sharing.. I enjoy every single damn one of them. :)
josie Langfieldj Thanks for your support! I really appreciate it:) So…. mustering away for hours…. is that a good thing or a bad thing? I hope it is all working for you! If not, give me a shout:)
Having a great time.. actually never actually finished them -- mustering away for hours.. pretending the kids were old enough to do it.. so I was making 3 of these simultaneously-- just needs so fancy bits.. and I couldn't find my hair dryer.. but was eager to start painting soooo.. hopefully the rigidness will go away once I do find it.. I hope I didn't wreck them all doing it out of sequence.. BTW.. genious new awesomeness.. on the make it look like leather.. I have never seen this before.. I know how to make it look like metal.. but never thought of leather.. totally badass tutorials. Thanks again. The rambling about me acting as if you were actually interested in our stuff only comes from me liking to engage words with you as..and going on makes me get to engage longer.. and something here smells a bit like one of the kids hid some milk that has gone bad behind my computer. Anyways. Thanks again for being awesome.. now please. Go back to work.. and inspire us all some more with your awesomeness. Thanks
Hehe, I actually am interested in your stuff:) Thanks for the ramble, I love hearing how people are going with making stuff from my patterns. And I love that you called my tutorials badass. O.K. Going back to work. Got a spaceman helmet video to edit…..
You do so cool tutorials!
Please don't stop! ;^;
I like you movies very much as well as your artistic skills! Really fun to watch!
I have been looking for one for a fancy dress, 😃 now I can make one 👍🏽 brilliant
Wonderful!
Damn this should be a MARVEl movie
Two thumbs up to this! Awesome idea!
May I suggest, a few coats of either wood glue, mod podge or school glue diluted in a bit of water to make it sturdier? It's a common tip by cosplayers when working with craft foam, because it helps the paint to adhere better and makes the foam stronger, or at least, or so I read/been told :)
Plasti Dip works well too! I usually use it on big Eva foam, but it works just as well on craft foam
Good ideas, I have never tried them, but so far I have been really impressed with the strength of the foam. The one thing with the aviator hat is that I want it to stay flexible, I've heard Plasti Dip can crack when flexed- is that a problem you have run into?
Lost Wax
Pasti Dip, I recon, would be a overkill on this project. I have in my mind that aviator hats are kinda floppy, since he even took the time to make it look like leather, pasti dip would probably make it so hard it'd look and feel like a football player helmet lol And I do think it cracks when flexed. I am not certain on this info tho, but since it's a hardening agent, it's very probable that such thing happens, thus was why I suggested the glue coats, it might crack too, but certainly not as much as the other product. Since DangerSounds has used it, I'll wait to see what she has to say about it :)
The other thing that is great about adding the texture with an iron is that it seals the cells of the foam so that the paint doesn't soak in as much, so fewer coats needed. Something else I have been planning to try is maybe Mod Podge as a topcoat for when you want something to look shiny. Anyone tried that?
Lost Wax
Yep, when people don't seal it with heat, like you did, that's when they use the glues, to seal and help with the paint job (btw, AWESOME tutorial that one to make it look like leather, tested it with success and passed it on to friends). I think you can try it just fine, just get yourself some gloss mod podge. I don't have mod podge, hard to find in my country, so I have a generic one lol And so far it didn't let me down.
yet again another incredible video! i love how you present the materials required, always a good laugh! your ideas are so fantastic and well done, so keep it up! and i would love a video on how to steampunk things out, just basics (:
Great idea, thanks!
LMAO! COOL video thanks for sharing...I did my first Comic Con. in New Orleans last weekend...IM HOOKED! I have always liked the steam punk look and I'm researching know 2 get my costume right! Thanks
You are so original, awesome!!
You're hysterical! I love these videos!
Your videos are so well done! Love it
Ok.... it's a good thing you had a closeup of your wedding ring (and loverly wife), because I want to marry you after watching this. I hope my son grows up to be you. Thank you! What a delight to see someone care about their production values, as well as valuable content.
You are very talented...
Great videos! They're always super useful. Although would I want to paint the foam before I start or after the hat is finished? I need to make a cat woman costume and since real leather is super expensive (and I want to make it not buy it) this seems like a great option.
Mary Berger Hi Mary, I am actually in the process of making a steampunk catwoman costume, and have made a really nice looking mask out of craft foam. Definitely paint it at the end, to cover up any glue and so the glue sticks to the foam, not just a layer of paint.
Here's a link to a quick pic of the cat woman mask, I should have the pattern up within a week(fingers crossed). lostwaxoz.deviantart.com/art/Steampunk-Catwoman-Mask-484595515
My first attempt with hot glue was a hot mess. It was my first ever try with foam. It only cost me .50 cents and i learned a lot. Going to try with contact cement tonight
Love your videos! Made the top hat for my husband last year and it was amazing!! Working on this aviator cap with my niece now and having just a few little issues.... it fits great on the back and sides but there's a large gap on the top of her head. Also, we've been working with the hairdryer but the seams are still pointy. Any suggestions for these two things? Thanks!!!
Hey, if you could email me a picture I can get a better idea what's going on. Hopefully we can get it figured out! lostwaxozcontact@gmail.com
Do you have to paint the hat after it's glued together? Or can you paint it before you assemble it? It seems like that would be easier, but i dont want to screw it up!
I think I would recommend painting afterward, unless you are super careful and don't get any paint on the thin edges that get glued together. Because it is such a small point of contact between the pieces, I feel it is critical that it gets the strongest bond possible. And don't worry about screwing it up, that's how we learn:)
Awesome stuff. I have subscribed. Keep 'em coming.
Hi! That's awesome! We are from Spain and we're very interested on getting the pattern of this amazing hat! But when we try to buy it, it says that it's not available in our country! Do you know how else can we get it? Thank you so much! :D
Yes, if you click on the link in the video, and then email me at the email address there, and I will set it up for you.
I understand it might not be your cup of tea but how about a video on motorcycle helmet mods? You seem to have the skill and I'm out of ideas on how to change helmet's shape without adding weight or undermining its integrity. In my case it started as a predator helmet project but now it shifted towards a more original steampunk piece. I just find it a fun subject and thought it might interest you as well. Cheers!
Nice parkour skills! Btw can you make an ushanka?
I love your videos!
Loved your video . Do you make and sale price ?
Thanks! I don't make finished items for sale, but maybe you could find a crafty friend to help you out?
you should definitely make the oakley medusa
haha your opening xD
You could also sew "x"s over each of the seams to make it look really realistic :) / more support
I would love to make a bowler cap similar to the top hat, do you have a pattern for that? I need one by the 26th of this month :O
Hmm, I don't think I can help you out on that one yet, the only thing I could think of is doing a cut down version of the top hat- like a gamblers hat, but I know that's still not a bowler hat.
Maybe I could use this patern, on something bigger than my head and then I trimround it to get a straight cut, and the add a brim
Hmm, I'm not quite sure what you are saying. From what I can see, the big problem is getting that nice curve to the top of the hat, and I think if you use foam, you are going to end up with seams where there shouldn't be.
nice ! thanks
That's awesome!
yay! new video :D
LOVE your videos man... you are great!
cool love your vids!! i hope you upload more soon!
Thanks now i can make a hat for myself
👍
@@LostWax why did you stole my hat? That's my hat; *Aviator Hat*
I think this resembles a Cap A. helmet too! I may do this instead. hmmm
Hey what width of foam sheet do you recommend, cause I'm getting a good deal on bulk size. They say either I have to buy 1mm or 2mm
I would get the 2mm thickness. That's what I always use.
I love it! your a damn genious! can you pleasee make a steampunk glove?? it would be awesome :3
Hello Amigo. i want to have this pattern ,could you please post here because i cant find better one. thanks
you know i was excited to make something using the templates you have but only after i bought the foam did i find that i have to pay for the template too oh how great is it to spend more money on things
You don't have to buy anything. You can just make your own pattern. You get to choose whether to spend your money or your time.
James Transue very true but it would work better to have a base (for me at least) to use something as a base especially for the project im trying to make.
Kelly’s Hero’s time
These videos are great, Keep it up! By the way, where do you live that's so hilly?
Probably Pennsylvania.
I live in Australia:)
Lost Wax Whaaaaaaat?
I know, you certainly wouldn't know from my accent. Born in Canada.
Lost Wax I figured Canada, but I wasn't sure, didn't expect Australia, though.
that's amazing
Tan tierno eres
super
Thank's a lot, you're awsome
Does contact cement work any better than super glue?
Depends on what you are using it for- I wouldn't use super glue for the main construction, but it is great for when you need to add little bits and pieces. I also use hot glue now for pretty much everything I used to use contact cement for. Different technique, and you can't leave it in a hot cat, but much fewer fumes and easier to take apart if you make a mistake.
Lost Wax but wouldn't hot glue ve a lot weaker too? Like, would the project just fall apart?
I know, it's hard to believe, but from my experience, I have never had the hot glue fail on me, it isn't as strong as contact cement, but it seems to be quite acceptable. Lots of things I have constructed with hot glue have taken a fair bit of abuse and stood up really well to it. Again- just gotta be careful it doesn't get too hot, and take time to practice and get a good technique. Here's a little video I made to help with that. ruclips.net/user/edit?ar=1&o=U&video_id=KqUxAOILUnM
You are awesome!!
how Manny peaces of foam?
I have paid for and downloaded the pattern, am cutting everything out, but.... help! How do I know what size head I have!?!?
Hi Brianna, if you measure the circumference of your head- around your forehead, over your ears and around the back to the front, that will give you an idea the size of your head. My head is 57cm and the medium easily fits me with a little room to spare. Does that help a bit?
Oh thanks! That helps plenty. My head is about the same, and I've gotten started on a medium :)
no other way to buy the pay pal patron Yes No I have ?
I hope Your urgent response please
Michell Lara I sent you an email, I am sure we can sort it out:)
Hi Chris where do I click to find the pattern please?
You can find all my patterns here on my website: www.lostwaxoz.com/shop
thanks for the videos I love them :D
can you use hot glue instead of contact sement?
Sort of- but then you can't heat up the hat to form it to your head- the hot glue will get soft again and I am thinking the whole thing might fall apart.
ok thanks for the advice.
Hey, I just tried to buy and it wouldnt let me.... do I have to use paypal or what?
Bambi Nibbles I tried with a different card and it didnt work either.
Bambi Nibbles Hmm, that's weird. I have never heard back from anyone who's card didn't work. Gumroad has just added the ability to pay with Paypal as well, so if you click th "I want this" and then look at the top right I think, there is a pay with paypal option. I guess that is probably your best bet. You should be able to use a normal card with Paypal even if you don't have an account. Hope that helps, if not, let me know and we'll figure it out.
Lost Wax Thank you for you speedy response! Your tip was the solution!! My first attempt went well! I ended up using a hot glue gun. Work with what you have right? Lol Thanks again!!! (would recommend (: )
Cool would to make this but don’t have the money to do so
Como posso conseguir os moldes, para tentar fazer em casa?
Você pode imprimir o padrão e assistir ao vídeo para acompanhar... Is it weird that I understood part of what this person said... Thanx google translate
lol love this video
I love you!
Lucky kids to have such a wild dad...ha
I tried to buy the pattern, but the site refused any attempt at payment
It might be worth trying with a different browser. I have also had a few people where their computer's autofill finned in the coupon code box, giving an invalid coupon code error. If you can't get it to work, you can email me at lostwaxozcontact@gmail.com and I am sure we can get it sorted for you! I am just about to go to bed though, so I won't see it until morning:)
Yea this got a subscribe lol
Could you please make an archangel mask. It's like a steampunk batman. You can go on Google images and type in archangel mask. Please. I need it to be easy enough to be made by a kid
Dante Giello Hmm, it certainly wouldn't be any time soon, I have a long list already of things to make…..
xD your opening!! haha
He reminds me a tad of Abed from Community.
When your hobby is more important than your marriage LMAO!
Your voice reminds me of Daithi De Nogla, except his voice is deeper.
How about a steampunk coat
Hmmm. Funny you say that, I have a long wool coat that I started to chop apart to make something steampunk out of. Maybe I'll get around to it again sometime in the future…...
Hi! guy, i'm very interesting to try this , Can you sent me to me the pattrons for cutting ?Plz!! @lost wax
You are actually watching the lost wax video on how to make it look like foam.
Lololololololoolooollollolollll
photo? :(
an other, an other, an other !!!;)
The image of the cap and pattern has a $5 tag on it, but when you click on the Paypal icon, it brings up a price of $5.99.
+Julian Kersh Yep, I explain it in the paragraph just above the Paypal button. If you buy the pattern on Gumroad by clicking the "I Want This" button, it costs $4.99, However Gumroad does not currently support Paypal, so for those who really want to pay with Paypal, I added that link to a separate shop I set up. Due to the extra cost and hassle of keeping that shop running, I needed to charge more for the patterns being purchased that way. Hope that makes sense:)
+Lost Wax It totally does. Sorry for wasting your time by not fully reading, ha! I read over it, but just wasn't paying enough attention. Thanks for the response! Fun channel and great products, man!
+Julian Kersh No problem. Have a super amazing day!
+Lost Wax u should do a samurai helmet
@@enforcerstarwolf5792 now that would be cool.
Dont mind me im trying to make a kamikaze pilot hat
make it free
I love it! your a damn genious! can you pleasee make a steampunk glove?? it would be awesome :3