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Scanning real world objects to create 3D models is so handy and you can even scan your head for cosplay reference! Bill takes you through his process of scanning an object with a camera phone and scaling the 3D model to match the real world dimensions.
We love playing Satisfactory and decided to make costumes from the video game for Dragon Con! Bill 3D modeled the helmet, then 3D printed and assembled all the pieces. The helmets have visors, lights, and even a cooling fan!
As cosplayers, we’re living through an extraordinary golden age of knowledge and creativity. A handful of amazing humans in the community have gone above and beyond with their generosity and added their perspective, skills, and enthusiasm to the permanent record by inscribing their years-earned knowledge into books designed to help new makers dive into the craft. I was overjoyed when …
We were talking with our buddy Paige about how foam and leather can be used for similar projects and we decided to make a video showing you the similarities! We made two pouches–one in leather and one in EVA foam!
Bill always wanted his own Star Trek Combadge, but is it worth making one out of metal? Bill 3D modeled the Deep Space 9 (or Voyager!) shape and then cut a badge out of metal… but also 3D printed one out of resin plastic! Download Star Trek DS9/Voyager Combadge (under Props section) Thank you for the CNC, Carbide 3D! You’re …
Bill’s Secret Santa gift this year is a giant, foam horse skull! Baron Rivendare’s Deathcharger is coveted by many World of Warcraft players and it’s so awesome we finally have our own! The kit needs to be panted and assembled, so let’s get started!
We’ve made a lot of fantasy props from Skyrim, but we’ve never made a tavern sign! Using real wood and an awesome new tool, The Winking Skeever is now opened for business in Tamriel.
Film Riot needed a movie prop blaster for their short film, so Bill rummaged through our thrift store toy bin for parts!
It’s time for more Foamsmithing with Bill & Britt as they make the sword and shield from the video game Tunic!
The Noisy Cricket blaster, from the movie Men in Black, has been on Bill’s list to make for years! Using 3D modeling and 3D printing…
