Buff, NY Working with Worbla

Pretty nice Anna!

 

So today I remade the collar piece and both knee prices for AJ's Boba. All out of Worbla. In just about an hour I had them shaped and molded and primed. I wanted to keep going!!

I used craft foam for the center and used the broken pieces to mold and curve. They came out beautifully!! Photos coming soon and I am ordering more Worbla!!!!

 

Crafty!

 

I am having TOOOO much fun with this stuff now that I have an idea of what I am doing!!

 

Glad to hear you were able to refabricate them!

 

My US supplier is sold out of Worbla for now and I imagine after Heroes of Cosplay airs on SYFY tonight, it will be tough to keep it in stock. The roll I have is promised to someone as a result of FAIR TRADE. I will post when she has more in stock for those who are interested.

 

Worbla appears to be back in stock!!

Just ordered two rolls- I have a few ideas in mind...

http://yayahan.bigcartel.com/product/worbla-thermoplastic-l-size-39-25-x-59

 

Another US supplier for WORBLA: http://www.cosplaysupplies.com/store.php?s=JK6K
FREE shipping to the US -
AND the more you order, the cheaper it gets...

 

Just placed my order. Thanks for the link to the second site, Anna. Worked out to about $10 cheaper for 2 extra large rolls. So excited to get started on this!

 

Man, now I really want to use Worba

 

Some Worbla creations!!

More at http://www.kamuicosplay.com/

 

Those are some pretty impressive costumes...

 

You should see some of the male costumes made from worbla. I googled some for armor ideas and I am in awe.

 

The possibilities are endless and the scraps can be used to!!

 

Another great tutorial!! http://www.constantineintokyo.com/2013/09/21/armor-tutorial-worbla-skeletor/

 

That was a great tutorial. I'm starting to get a good feel of what we will need to do. Based on her description, it seems like gesso is a better primer than wood glue. Thoughts?

 

an amazing Mando build- all from WORBLA

http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/f62/building-bo-adventures-worbla-48379/

 

I few things- GESSO is great - but it takes many layers to make a smooth surface. I have a huge bottle- Ill bring it SUNDAY.
I have never used wood glue- would like to try it. I will acquire some before SUNDAY.

As with anything, they each have their pro's and con's. I think we experiment and see what works best.

 

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?...420.1073741830.277541285712527&type=1&theater

They used automotive putty spray as a filler. very cool. one comment on the thread did say it does not cure very hard and gets knicks and dents... not so good unless you want that used look I suppose.

 

She only covers the foam with one sheet of Worbla. I prefer the Worbla sandwich, placing foam in the center. I feel the result is more sturdy and the finishes a little nicer. That is what I plan to do for my Mando.

This tutorial gives a good intro. I'll add more.

 

Worbla breast plate tutorial


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How to make armor patterns tutorial



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How to attach Worbla armor to your body tutorial

 

Thanks Anna. These are extremely helpful tutorials. I am going to officially abandon my lame attempts at making paper patterns. I'll bring some saran wrap and masking tape to the workshop on Sunday.

 

I'm going to try on Sunday to have my ignorance of these tutorials not so obvious.