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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Tools”

The Ultimate Glue Quest – Best Adhesives for EVA Foam!

Paige Cambern August 31, 2020 Blogs, Foam, Tools, Videos

What’s the best glue for EVA Foam? Bill’s got a few of his favorites in the shop and shows you how they work, some useful tools and techniques, and how to avoid the harmful toxins in these handy adhesives!

Rotary Tool Basics: Your New Favorite Tool

Paige Cambern July 6, 2020 Blogs, Techniques, Tools, Videos

Bill’s back in the shop to share some basic rotary tool techniques! This is one of the tools we use the most out of everything in the shop.

HOW TO: Making a Custom Paint Booth with Lights!

Paige Cambern March 18, 2019 Blogs, Painting, Safety, Tools, Videos

Bill made a super handy custom paint booth to help him paint more safely in the shop AND ventilate the laser cutter at the same time! Follow along to see how Bill makes this one-of-a-kind piece.

Leather Basics: Tools, Tooling, and Techniques!

Paige Cambern February 25, 2019 Blogs, Leatherworking, Materials, One-Day Build, Techniques, Templates - Patterns, Tools, Videos

Bill learns some leather working basics from his buddy Gregg of Bjorn’s Workshop, our local (not for long) leather expert! Together they cover some beginner tools and techniques and make Bill an awesome holster!

What do I BUY? Tools Every Prop & Costume Maker Needs to Own

Paige Cambern January 21, 2019 Blogs, Materials, Tools, Videos

Today we dive into a topic that’s near and dear to Bill’s heart… tools! When you’re getting started with prop and costume making it can be tricky to figure out which tools to buy first, so we put together a list of must have tools, plus some buying advice.

Hardware Store Vacuum Table – HOW TO make your own

Paige Cambern October 1, 2018 Blogs, Tools, VacuumForm, Videos

Large vacuum formers are super awesome, but can’t just be purchased like other equipment. Bill teaches you how to make your very own large vacuum former using materials from the hardware store!

How to Use a Laser Cutter – Basics Tutorial

Paige Cambern March 26, 2018 Blogs, Techniques, Tools, Videos

A laser cutter is an invaluable tool for any shop, especially our prop and costume making workshop. Bill goes over the basic techniques needed to cut out a variety of materials like EVA foam, wood, and plastics on a hobby sized laser cutter.

How to Make Perfect Cuts in EVA Foam with Sharp Knives – TUTORIAL

Paige Cambern January 1, 2018 Blogs, Foam, Materials, Techniques, Tools, Videos

Making super clean cuts with a knife in EVA foam can improve the quality of your prop and costume projects dramatically. Follow along as Bill discusses the tools and techniques he uses to get perfect cuts in EVA foam.

Custom Soldering Workstation with Light and Fan Evacuation

Paige Cambern December 25, 2017 Blogs, Electronics, Materials, Techniques, Tools, Videos

Soldering electronics can be tedious. Follow along with Bill as he tours his new soldering workstation designed to make soldering more streamlined and safer!

Everything You Need to Know about Superglue for Prop & Costume Making

Paige Cambern December 7, 2017 Blogs, Materials, Repair, Techniques, Tools, Videos

Superglue is one of Bill’s favorite adhesives for prop & costume making. Follow along as Bill talks about some tips and tricks.

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