This was the first time I've ever seen this technique! And I like how adaptable the bendy bracelets are! Wifey will love these for her cosplay! Thanks for this post!
So... when are you free for that pizza? ... Nah, I'm from the other side of the planet but I show my love for your work through interactions in the comment section. Nice job as usual. We need more of you, Chris.
Trying to design one that is a bit warmer than (pretty much every) WW costume out there- thinking sort of a skirt ruched in the front, long in the back, corset, and some sweet shoulder armour, maybe with some sort of wrap around shawl/cape....... but it all sounds like a lot of work when I should really be making other videos. We'll see:)
this is really handy! I've been having trouble with finding greaves that will work for me (overdeveloped calf muscles). Buckles dont like to stay in position and lace-ups take forever to get on and off. I'll have to try this out.
Thank you for this! I have a cosplay competition this weekend and left my bracers at my parents house! I’m using the dollar store trays as I couldn’t find any thicker ones and these bracers are better than the original ones I left behind 😅
Ciao Max seri il migliore grazie a te sono diventato un appassionato di steampunk e i tuoi progetti mi sono stati molto utili ti ringrazio e continua sempre così
Thank you for sharing this idea. I wish I had that idea when I was making my son's cosplay. He wanted ankle bracers that didn't have any elastic or buckles. I couldn't figure out a way to do it. Now I do. Thank you!
Thanks, Chris! Your tutorial was super helpful in making bracers for my wife's 1974 Shazam / Isis Power Hour "Mighty Isis" cosplay! Old school and new fans loved her costume!
@@LostWax but is it not possible even then to perhaps cut out the thin metal in the same pattern of that you intend to bend it to like for some of these helmets that have a curve to them and force could you not cut the metal way and then somehow bend in together rather glue together I don't know I'm very new at this
Brill. I have a roll of craft aluminum - I bet it'd work just as well. It'd be nice to have some support in my Joan of Arc armor, rather than just layers of craft foam.
I think so. I am having a hard time remembering though:) If it seems pretty flimsy, double it, but if it's reasonable stiff you can probably use one sheet.
As long as you get a good bond with the metal it doesn't buckle- though one of the bracers I curved, but then realized I wanted to pattern the foam with it flat, so flattened it out completely again, and when I curved it back again there were some extra ripples in the aluminum on the inside. Still looked fine on the outside though. Also the water based glue I used isn't near as strong as regular contact cement, but I prefer the lower toxicity.
Can you make a tutorial on an executioner’s hood? Like the one that doesn’t cover the whole face, but the kind that splits off at the bridge of the nose. Thanks
I’m trying to make a Dr Who inspired Darlek cosplay dress and I think this will work. I don’t want to carry a plunger all day like other people do so I was thinking of adding foam like a cuff to the end of one to look like a plunger thanks for the video. This is my first try at making a cosplay, I normally buy one online.
This might be over complicating things, but, I would put the outside foam sheet on, then bend the whole thing a little before putting the inside foam on. Will help it stay bent and the inside foam won't bunch up.
Yep, I totally agree, that sounds like a good idea. A bit harder to get firm pressure on the contact cement, and there would be some excess to trim, but it would want to hold its shape a bit better.
I made a bracer using an inverted tall water cup to help hold the shape while the glue dried. I happened to have these nice smooth, tapered cups with no lines or trim, so it worked pretty well. Using a form, it wasn't a bit more complicated..
Where do you get all your fome from? Here in germany i only find sheets that are a size of a normal paper and cost around 70 Cent. Thats the cheapest I ever found.
You could buy them online, it's called eva foam, usually they come in 1m square sheets, and the thickness ranges from 1mm to 12mm, for project like this, 2mm is more common to use.
As science shows, more thinner layers are more effective compared to one thicker layer. So - knowing that it´s not actually safety stuff - I´d prefer the dollar store sheets version.
Truly, it would be twice the effort. Would only make sence if you really wanted to make a kind o practical protective armory, while for a Halloween prob it be fine with one layer.^^
Such an underrated channel. I always get so excited when you post a video! You inspire me to want to make things.
This was the first time I've ever seen this technique! And I like how adaptable the bendy bracelets are! Wifey will love these for her cosplay! Thanks for this post!
Awesome, glad it was helpful!
So... when are you free for that pizza? ... Nah, I'm from the other side of the planet but I show my love for your work through interactions in the comment section. Nice job as usual. We need more of you, Chris.
Thanks for commenting! It all helps:)
Exactly what I needed!
What a clever idea! 😲 I bet these would complete a wonder Woman costume 🤘
I had very similar thoughts. Might be making one for my wife:)
@@LostWax oh snap ! That would be awesome!
Trying to design one that is a bit warmer than (pretty much every) WW costume out there- thinking sort of a skirt ruched in the front, long in the back, corset, and some sweet shoulder armour, maybe with some sort of wrap around shawl/cape....... but it all sounds like a lot of work when I should really be making other videos. We'll see:)
@@LostWax that sounds like a much more practical WW design than any I've ever seen! Can't wait 🤘
Dude this super helpful I'm so glad I found your channel!
Glad to hear it!
Fantastic channel. Using this pattern as part of making a Paladin cosplay for my 10 year old grandson
Nice!!
Man, you crack me up. You've inspired me with your talent and humor.
Awww, thanks!
this is really handy! I've been having trouble with finding greaves that will work for me (overdeveloped calf muscles). Buckles dont like to stay in position and lace-ups take forever to get on and off. I'll have to try this out.
I'd be interested in how it works for greaves, I wonder if there will be too much movement for them to stay on properly....
Bro...this is genius. Thank you!
I'll probably just double up with the dollar store ones for my bracers but this is so helpful for my cosplay projects
Thank you for this! I have a cosplay competition this weekend and left my bracers at my parents house! I’m using the dollar store trays as I couldn’t find any thicker ones and these bracers are better than the original ones I left behind 😅
Ciao Max seri il migliore grazie a te sono diventato un appassionato di steampunk e i tuoi progetti mi sono stati molto utili ti ringrazio e continua sempre così
Increible trabajo!!!!! You are amazing! De los mejores canales en youtube!
Thank you for sharing this idea. I wish I had that idea when I was making my son's cosplay. He wanted ankle bracers that didn't have any elastic or buckles. I couldn't figure out a way to do it. Now I do. Thank you!
You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful.
Thanks, Chris! Your tutorial was super helpful in making bracers for my wife's 1974 Shazam / Isis Power Hour "Mighty Isis" cosplay! Old school and new fans loved her costume!
Sounds amazing!!
J'aime beaucoup votre travail parfait et votre humour, merci !
I'm so excited about this! Definitely implementing that in my costumes this year.
wat a fab idea :) thanks for share this with us all
Woaaahh I never would’ve thought of that!
This is a great idea in general for many armor pieces to add a little extra "strength" to them...or so I assume.
Yep, it would work as long as whatever you are making is only bending on one plane.
@@LostWax but is it not possible even then to perhaps cut out the thin metal in the same pattern of that you intend to bend it to like for some of these helmets that have a curve to them and force could you not cut the metal way and then somehow bend in together rather glue together I don't know I'm very new at this
The original floral decor on the sheet would give also nice fancy bracers, as maybe for an elve.^^
I was also thinking the aluminum flashing could give you a really nice metal look without the foam on top.
Amaze balls! Great tutorial as always!
another great make Chris
Thats amazing! Gotta try this out.
Amazing content!
Looks easy and super cool ^^
Very clever boss. I like it
Thanks!
Thats actually pretty ingenious. Well done!
thanks!
@@LostWax what about armature wire?
That could work as well. Worth a try.
Awesome Chris! Love it!😍
This is flipping genius!!! Thank you SO MUCH!!!
thats awesome
Awesome, thanks for the video. Will work well for the costumes I'm making 👍
Great!
Very helpful, thank you
Glad it was helpful!
awesome as always
This is such an awesome idea! Thank you for sharing! ❤
You're welcome, hope it's helpful:)
I need to make archangel Gabriel, for a Christmas theme party - these graders would be great - I wonder if the aluminum would work for wings
It might work for wings......as long as they aren't too big....
love those!
I love how he got his idea from something completely different from what he crafted e.e it's so relatable
He just gave me an idea to make wings from tinfoil
really interesting tutorial, thank you!
This is such a good idea! :D
Always a win, Chris. Always a win :)
Thanks Tyler!
Love bendy bracers
Do u think flex glue might work as well or should I use the glue you had in the video?
Brill. I have a roll of craft aluminum - I bet it'd work just as well. It'd be nice to have some support in my Joan of Arc armor, rather than just layers of craft foam.
Awesome as always! Now where is our pattern? Hahaha, yes, yes we want a pattern.
Brilliant idea! If I were to use the flashing, would it still need to be doubled over?
I think so. I am having a hard time remembering though:) If it seems pretty flimsy, double it, but if it's reasonable stiff you can probably use one sheet.
Does the foam on the inside of the bracers stretch or buckle when the metal is bent in different sizes?
As long as you get a good bond with the metal it doesn't buckle- though one of the bracers I curved, but then realized I wanted to pattern the foam with it flat, so flattened it out completely again, and when I curved it back again there were some extra ripples in the aluminum on the inside. Still looked fine on the outside though. Also the water based glue I used isn't near as strong as regular contact cement, but I prefer the lower toxicity.
I know this video is a few years old, any chance you still have the ones you modeled in the video and would you part with them?
I do still have them, but I think I should keep them, they are handy for lots of different cosplays.
Can you make a tutorial on an executioner’s hood? Like the one that doesn’t cover the whole face, but the kind that splits off at the bridge of the nose. Thanks
Did you have to prime before painting?
Thanks for sharing it because I'm doing videos myself for cosplay and may you and your viewers could want to take a look as well 🔥
Woooooooooow just how?
I’m trying to make a Dr Who inspired Darlek cosplay dress and I think this will work. I don’t want to carry a plunger all day like other people do so I was thinking of adding foam like a cuff to the end of one to look like a plunger thanks for the video. This is my first try at making a cosplay, I normally buy one online.
I'd love to see how it turns out!
What is a "Darlek"? I've been a Whovian for nearly 40 years, and I've never heard of such a thing...
This might be over complicating things, but, I would put the outside foam sheet on, then bend the whole thing a little before putting the inside foam on. Will help it stay bent and the inside foam won't bunch up.
Yep, I totally agree, that sounds like a good idea. A bit harder to get firm pressure on the contact cement, and there would be some excess to trim, but it would want to hold its shape a bit better.
I made a bracer using an inverted tall water cup to help hold the shape while the glue dried. I happened to have these nice smooth, tapered cups with no lines or trim, so it worked pretty well. Using a form, it wasn't a bit more complicated..
NIce!
Where do you get all your fome from? Here in germany i only find sheets that are a size of a normal paper and cost around 70 Cent. Thats the cheapest I ever found.
You could buy them online, it's called eva foam, usually they come in 1m square sheets, and the thickness ranges from 1mm to 12mm, for project like this, 2mm is more common to use.
Realy good video! And i found your wax! 😉
Awww, thanks!
What gauge was the flashing you bought?
It didn't say on the packaging, but I measured it at approx 0.3mm thick
I realize this is late, but a pattern would be great!
Thanks, good to know, I am in the process of doing a knight armor, and so I will likely include the bracers with that.
@@LostWax thank you so much! Your techniques have saved the day for me many times!
Nice video, oh and by the way first
As science shows, more thinner layers are more effective compared to one thicker layer. So - knowing that it´s not actually safety stuff - I´d prefer the dollar store sheets version.
Yeah, in final results there wasn't much difference, but you need twice as much glue, and twice as large a pan to start with.
Truly, it would be twice the effort. Would only make sence if you really wanted to make a kind o practical protective armory, while for a Halloween prob it be fine with one layer.^^
Still waiting for a lightsaber tutorial...
I have a sword in progress, and lightsaber next after that. Probably in the next 2-3 weeks. Thanks for your patience!
Awesome idea!