Update on head sculpt, comments/critiques welcome
An update on the sculpt for my fursuit's head. Same suit as last time (see this post).I started from scratch for two reasons; the styrofoam head was getting unworkable, so I bought a new model head...
View ArticleUsing nostrils as eyes?
I'm in the process of making my first head, and I've come to a bit of a standstill. The head I'm making is a Pachycephalosaurus. The way I constructed the head, my eyes sit a bit too far down in the...
View ArticleTaking pictures of fursuits, etc to sell.
A friend asked today, and I want to point him towards a tutorial I remember being somewhere around here on how to take pictures of fursuits and such that you're trying to sell. I remember the tutorial...
View Articleadvice/critique
I've started furring my first fursuit head: Panic the ferret and I'd like some advice, please. I took a stab at shaving the right side of the head this morning, but I was curious as to how to decide...
View ArticleMoving jaw not moving?
I'm working on a foam and balaclava base to keep myself busy while I wait for my Sableye supplies to get in, but I've run into an incredibly annoying snag. I've sewn elastic to the balaclava in the...
View Articlehow much for foam base/supplies?
my life has just been hell lately and i don't think i can muster up the time or energy to finish my tasmanian devil partial properly.so either i'd want to sell him and all his supplies (1 yard fabric...
View ArticleAdvice: Late DTD+Measurements from the commissioner? - RESOLVED
EDIT2: ResolvedTHANKS EVERYONE!We got things squared away ok.Turns out the original deadline plan got scrapped, since they're no longer planning to hit up the con they needed the suit for, so it's more...
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does anyone use the "ad tech lo temp" glue gun? it looks like this: http://www.artistsupplysource.com/images/D/ALV-AT0440_1.jpgi was just doing some foaming and about 15 - 20 minutes in there same two...
View Articleduct tape pattern on a resin head
i couldnt find any in the memories, but i was wondering how to apply a duct tape pattern on a resin mask. would i need to use seram wrap or just tape it? i was worried it would be dificult to take off...
View ArticleBest Buckam around?
Im looking to buy some buckram, doesn anyone know any good places that sell some nice buckram?
View Articlearmsleeve problems
I want to have armsleeves for my tiger halfsuit and I am having difficulty with them and it may be because of my choice of attire.I want to wear a sleeveless denim jacket and jeans with my character.I...
View ArticleLooking for DF Lime
Hi everybody!I'm hoping to get started on a tail commission soon, but I still need a bit of DF Lime - at least 1/2 yd (18") running (in the direction of the fur grain), and at least 20" wide. a 10"x36"...
View ArticleBrown, black and Tan that ISNT DF
Looking for Brown, Black and Tan fur that is NOT Distinctive Fabric. Ive used DF fur pretty much on everything but I would like to try some new textures. Mostly looking for some that feel a bit more...
View ArticleIntroducing Pink Lightning!
I was commissioned to fur one of Crystumes mask bases. The wig was styled and made by me from a regular red wig.Pretty sure Pink Lightning will be attending a few fur meets and possibly Fur Fright if...
View ArticleLooking for a fur to match my suit!
(i think i messed it up the first time i tried to post this...)Hello everyone! I am looking to find certain furs, or else a very similar fur to make my bat half suit into a full suit. I only have...
View ArticleRattata Base - Critique wanted! -
Hello again everyone. Sorry to post so soon after my last one, but I figured out my moving jaw issue and ended up almost finishing my Rattata Pokemorph's base in utter glee.Well, here's what I have so...
View ArticleAll new fursuit makers, are you ready?
It's not so much a tutorial or a how-to become a pro/full time hobbyist, but it's some points I wish I had learned and had been asked when I was first starting off as if you are preparing to step into...
View ArticleGood beginner airbrush set and furture?
Hello again, I was wondering what a good starter airbrush set is? links would be lovely or just stating information.As for a compresor, I think it would be good to just get a nice one and have it for...
View ArticlePlatydragon Update!
just about ready to trim the edges on these foam layers and glue the whole thing togetherCrits/comments/help appreciated!
View ArticleBeginer tips? Pawboots or sock paws?
So I am a beginner suiter but not a beginner crafter. I have experience with making props and all kinds of stuff and I am a decent machine sewer. I have never made something of this category so I just...
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