Tutorials
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The best way I know to remember if a hot fix crystal will work is if the surface I have chosen absorbs water. Paper, linen, suede, cotton, linen, silk, wool etc. A drop of water would easily be absorbed. Leather, glass, and metal repel water. While a crystal would adhere to these surfaces after the glue is heated…they will probably pop off at the slightest movement. Crystals can also be applied to synthetics...Read now
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Wonderflex with Friendly Plastic FAQ - by Amethyst Angel
Wonderflex is a thin plastic sheet with a layer of gauzelike fabric embedded into it. The plastic becomes malleable when heated - at which point it can be shaped with one's fingers or over a mold. I had read about this material online for quite a while and finally decided to order a sheet from the following website to see if it lived up to its hype.Read now -
Easy Memory Wire Bracelet
Read nowIsn’t it wonderful when you can create something wearable in under 30 minutes? Especially something as pretty as this bracelet? Tools: Round-nose pliersMaterials: Memory Wire, Tube Facetted 20x8mm Crystal Blue Iris Half Coat, Czech Fire Polished Beads, Glass Peacock Dagger...
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Wonderflex Introduction
What Is Wonderflex? Wonderflex is a type of thermoplastic that is shaped with heat. Thermoplastic has been around for a long time, but unlike other forms of thermoplastic you don't need to put this in your oven...Read now -
Modifying boots and using shoe paints
Read nowWhen cosplaying, you often need boots that can't be found pre-made. Here's an example of how we customized a pair of boots using leather and shoe paints. Please note that these are not boot COVERS, so it's impossible to get...
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Fosshape Tutorial - Basics, Skullcap and Tophat
Read nowBasic InformationFosshape is the unique non-woven, heat-activated fabric. This soft, pliable fabric can be formed and shaped into fantastic permanent objects when exposed to steam, heat or dry heat. It remains full permeable and breathable following heat activation, making...
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Stenciling with Fabric Spray
Read nowBasic Information:We offer two types of fabric sprays - Stencil Spray and Simply Spray. Stencil Spray feels like silkscreen when it's dry, and is best for dark colours and synthetic fabrics as it is completely opaque.Stencil Spray is a thicker...
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Fosshape Skullcap or Base Forms
Read nowCreating a Fosshape skullcap or hat base/form You can use any cap pattern you may already have, or simply create one. The pattern should be slightly larger than needed, as the Fosshape will shrink. Below: Skullcap pattern cut from...
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How to make a Top Hat
Read nowI developed this form to be able to create top hat crowns quickly and easily. The form will work for felts but is especially conducive to fosshape top hats. The form allows you to make hats in 6-9-12 inch height...