tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41288264322978439622024-03-05T14:41:28.550-08:00Modesty StudiosModestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.comBlogger235125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-89226133989927273952023-10-19T11:54:00.004-07:002023-10-19T11:54:54.478-07:00Soap Project Phase 1 and 2: Bucks and Molds<p> Shaking the dust off this blog to post about my latest little pet project, Melt and Pour soap making. There's no rhyme or reason why I got into it. Candles are on the radar too but this first. </p><p>I decided to make my own silicone molds for my project as well as making my own tube molds out of PLA. My 3D printer is chugging away again! </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Phase 1: Designing the Bucks</h2><p>Used 3D Builder to make the bases and then used some files from Thingiverse and a few that I made on TinkerCAD. I came up with several Demon Slayer related designs. </p><p>I first designed what I call my Wisteria Soaps. These were based off images of actual kamon (family crests). I kept them small so these could be my "sampler" soaps. </p><p>Then came the "kanji" soaps based on Demon Slayer. I have a few versions of finishes for these including embossed, indented and hollowed. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm5JIn-cdzipGZFzzYDZFPBJs3mg4yDkCZ8hxt-kutgpYayeccZ1xpcx7gAEzMCgWs2pG7G05JQ2uc6r9hasuP9k8-u8vfO5sl3wuycgNNPU-RuIfA6Spd-Rzs8_72ADrKtSRxwYxF_y6fVG1O1JaKJ57L_b1a9cP4w_EIX_4SUDRwzXS-bBbt-Rkv8I4/s508/kanji.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="493" data-original-width="508" height="311" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm5JIn-cdzipGZFzzYDZFPBJs3mg4yDkCZ8hxt-kutgpYayeccZ1xpcx7gAEzMCgWs2pG7G05JQ2uc6r9hasuP9k8-u8vfO5sl3wuycgNNPU-RuIfA6Spd-Rzs8_72ADrKtSRxwYxF_y6fVG1O1JaKJ57L_b1a9cP4w_EIX_4SUDRwzXS-bBbt-Rkv8I4/s320/kanji.png" width="320" /></a></div>Then fox masks I retraced the lines as svg and used TinkerCad to make "cookie cutters" to cut indents into a fox shape. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg-Etr-1wxaozLtbaVBjookExEqFghqElf3yRB61RqJgAqH-gqFltj790Vpz20vylW2P5TJfA4Ww8sirvfwdOPZH5Tcall2FchKN-Pc4EnJG_3ut7wUgujbS1iZMM9MlPzxKnXl-Wqde71p5MhGFgD68b7IApv_vGJhjbNXsniqo8oKLGeg3qtFz-BkMw/s382/foxmask.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="382" data-original-width="367" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg-Etr-1wxaozLtbaVBjookExEqFghqElf3yRB61RqJgAqH-gqFltj790Vpz20vylW2P5TJfA4Ww8sirvfwdOPZH5Tcall2FchKN-Pc4EnJG_3ut7wUgujbS1iZMM9MlPzxKnXl-Wqde71p5MhGFgD68b7IApv_vGJhjbNXsniqo8oKLGeg3qtFz-BkMw/s320/foxmask.png" width="307" /></a></div><div>Then there were the hashira bars based on their crossguards (tsuba) and some element of their character. I did design all 9 but I only 3D printed 6. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf9OCe8vbmYtfC5iqRqlZ9_aOn9fr4MsHVgqFQkf1ThkWPjZyuvNCEUFfWf0h2PnnBmV-GQoL6wDM3oP52NPlzRQhI87FQjm5aGbK2XWuHs4-Nu9AZdk3s_hmBP6vqP_vf6eCCXn5tUwMVzrWr_uF2x4AP1ertT6rTu-ppOlKi8cys76UvIg2tP4uKzak/s639/hashira.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="303" data-original-width="639" height="152" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf9OCe8vbmYtfC5iqRqlZ9_aOn9fr4MsHVgqFQkf1ThkWPjZyuvNCEUFfWf0h2PnnBmV-GQoL6wDM3oP52NPlzRQhI87FQjm5aGbK2XWuHs4-Nu9AZdk3s_hmBP6vqP_vf6eCCXn5tUwMVzrWr_uF2x4AP1ertT6rTu-ppOlKi8cys76UvIg2tP4uKzak/s320/hashira.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>All these models were printed in PLA, coated with UV resin, and basically set aside for now. <br /><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Phase 2: Making Molds</h2><div>Finding mold containers that fit and won't leak has been my #1 challenge. I'm attempting to use aluminum foil boxes as I saw something that said it's possible. I need to re-enforce the sides with something but here's all the 3D models printed. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJbLqXB8iMXVqmOPnz_pdUQ33n_bEPPrvzts3rKQE16CZojTvZdfO7eofcN1T-PxbVlBxQPTrMT5sd93JpKg7bbhzgZk9lXq4BQ9EwlGRqxLtT5NGaQhyphenhyphen1Qw5sSqK93JzAZoxonZiQqza4BCjyvPWBR-hVTzigov6x2ylbBePYzL_eOtTWJe4e0FGcJp8/s3170/IMG_4505.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3170" data-original-width="2301" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJbLqXB8iMXVqmOPnz_pdUQ33n_bEPPrvzts3rKQE16CZojTvZdfO7eofcN1T-PxbVlBxQPTrMT5sd93JpKg7bbhzgZk9lXq4BQ9EwlGRqxLtT5NGaQhyphenhyphen1Qw5sSqK93JzAZoxonZiQqza4BCjyvPWBR-hVTzigov6x2ylbBePYzL_eOtTWJe4e0FGcJp8/s320/IMG_4505.JPG" width="232" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wisteria Crest and Destroy Kanji</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5hOhNH8VNxdnzBjT2oG2EXO8Tf-aLP5i5Wd9niZQ7mG2om-8yVvxu2FCmZ9MbLUblNMmmzDE2jxeScPtLLu4gc5z9A_QICVK3b9VI7IysNUU0mYWnLWUN2QMYhQxlmlcXk73zJbt6fsKfhpMni5SD5ftJSSPkx8Emvh1b7yodlTMPEcTHWOTW9bzYkd0/s1200/IMG_4509.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="900" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5hOhNH8VNxdnzBjT2oG2EXO8Tf-aLP5i5Wd9niZQ7mG2om-8yVvxu2FCmZ9MbLUblNMmmzDE2jxeScPtLLu4gc5z9A_QICVK3b9VI7IysNUU0mYWnLWUN2QMYhQxlmlcXk73zJbt6fsKfhpMni5SD5ftJSSPkx8Emvh1b7yodlTMPEcTHWOTW9bzYkd0/s320/IMG_4509.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCodj-_1h74g39syPN5BertROAe5qVQ7p6uMaaiYDtZEKAsz4ftanqEJsZQNr1fHNqRXjjdhdAJ0S-MjvYeFfdgWGC-MWu_hgY8v2MvUp_qDsDlzUSH53b3FE23MCo1DQkSay0fZUmgZ2X7fZfLpkjLxv1OmpAdK08VZR1Lkm3q0eEdITuLz_ugvTfqCU/s2445/IMG_4507.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2445" data-original-width="1469" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCodj-_1h74g39syPN5BertROAe5qVQ7p6uMaaiYDtZEKAsz4ftanqEJsZQNr1fHNqRXjjdhdAJ0S-MjvYeFfdgWGC-MWu_hgY8v2MvUp_qDsDlzUSH53b3FE23MCo1DQkSay0fZUmgZ2X7fZfLpkjLxv1OmpAdK08VZR1Lkm3q0eEdITuLz_ugvTfqCU/s320/IMG_4507.JPG" width="192" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9fxzzsX0jOHzh3pQpmf77liKpjT8DllOpceI1NI_9JVCMAA37jVM66C-krNg4faNCLODwwjIGw845r2-k0XSCGIsM6hFdEaEhFGRaMHY1m-Vo-e7re7_RsGGkR8Vh-_32VwnMLaWxbxs3g2hKjacdC7ObHleAN6lj6Az97sqqklPH13gY9wJN26bmP-Q/s2694/IMG_4506.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2694" data-original-width="2103" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9fxzzsX0jOHzh3pQpmf77liKpjT8DllOpceI1NI_9JVCMAA37jVM66C-krNg4faNCLODwwjIGw845r2-k0XSCGIsM6hFdEaEhFGRaMHY1m-Vo-e7re7_RsGGkR8Vh-_32VwnMLaWxbxs3g2hKjacdC7ObHleAN6lj6Az97sqqklPH13gY9wJN26bmP-Q/s320/IMG_4506.JPG" width="250" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhshiBBkamZWv8m634YrlFh4wZPh_AdaDwXaNiHnxgaMsCdYRuBDnhlLY7cNRDxQOwQ2mJ7LcxDigBi22f2Wj6ZijUvtSw-DqdVbiaaYnNykhOu7oCZ8XIxfANVdLkeNJunEmhRzXM1lfCfekztdsS9o0KjfXZqaRVOeegsCHyT_Pe_3HNREyGTRhKcRNM/s3264/IMG_4503.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhshiBBkamZWv8m634YrlFh4wZPh_AdaDwXaNiHnxgaMsCdYRuBDnhlLY7cNRDxQOwQ2mJ7LcxDigBi22f2Wj6ZijUvtSw-DqdVbiaaYnNykhOu7oCZ8XIxfANVdLkeNJunEmhRzXM1lfCfekztdsS9o0KjfXZqaRVOeegsCHyT_Pe_3HNREyGTRhKcRNM/s320/IMG_4503.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Bar Soap Designs</h2><div>My soap making kit came with a mold for 3" x 2" rectangle bars. I opted to make some of my own "tube molds" so I could make inserts. I also 3D printed some "stamps. My plan is to make this represent some of the characters. Here's my rough idea design here: </div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRhBJSAhdwIg-RfFNjflWhBs-dYdQsVHRY3p08YwtuHjAceRG98ZpTUIFlTNL75xokZP_11DgQ_wOnwzGTeEZfAyRu0HpRNImPFjG2UlOTz5p6rSv8ZGePGB2uwB50RFnRAurF9BCiGtPfHi0KXmobSW5UbTlyLrJPm_YQTor_to9F8t-FH49hsM_JjGs/s640/bars.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="218" data-original-width="640" height="109" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRhBJSAhdwIg-RfFNjflWhBs-dYdQsVHRY3p08YwtuHjAceRG98ZpTUIFlTNL75xokZP_11DgQ_wOnwzGTeEZfAyRu0HpRNImPFjG2UlOTz5p6rSv8ZGePGB2uwB50RFnRAurF9BCiGtPfHi0KXmobSW5UbTlyLrJPm_YQTor_to9F8t-FH49hsM_JjGs/s320/bars.png" width="320" /></a></p><p>Shinobu, Mitsuri, Tanjiro, and Zenitsu will include inserts. Rengoku is going to sort of have an insert that is also a layer. Same with Inosuke. Nezuko and Tomioka will be stamped then painted. </p><p>Next I'll show my "recipes" for these soaps. </p>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-91076397574805809192022-04-19T18:51:00.005-07:002022-04-26T14:30:12.343-07:003D Printer to Die-Cutter Progress<p> There have been some hiccups in this process unfortunately. I still think this is a doable thing but for me, I have given up and purchased a Cricut machine to do what I wanted to do. It is still worth talking about where things were going so well and not so well. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">It's got a Knife!</h2><p>So I purchased a generic knife holder with blades that fit elegantly into the blade holder I 3D-printed. I used small rubber bands to hold the holder together. I got my cutting mat and a piece of paper and started running some tests. And...it did work in SOME directions, but often the blade would get caught in certain areas on the flat bed. So I continually tried to mess with the bed level manually. No matter what I did, there were just some areas on the bed that would catch the knife. </p><p>The thing is, I had noticed in my 3D printing stencils as well that the corners just wouldn't get level. Thus I am struggling to remove stencils from acrylic glass. </p><p>So the big lesson I learned here is that, the bed MUST be very level! </p><p>And it's possible that my bed is slightly warped from all the heat over the past couple years. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFwwQc-plYJE-eYGhPrUVIQlRYifFoo_gaVFg5U7KsOVIsWoX-3fQU0l-UWpjXjvShaFKbPXK9A4Ckl-ctjXu7B0EglqnqXQyRQyW1ehfLEED5nasBH7XD3dNQNQqEbuAg_4Mg8dYa18g3eINE66rDz4h0EQUb3P2F215iuPLy_UaR4Rk__W2B96AG/s3264/IMG_3784.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFwwQc-plYJE-eYGhPrUVIQlRYifFoo_gaVFg5U7KsOVIsWoX-3fQU0l-UWpjXjvShaFKbPXK9A4Ckl-ctjXu7B0EglqnqXQyRQyW1ehfLEED5nasBH7XD3dNQNQqEbuAg_4Mg8dYa18g3eINE66rDz4h0EQUb3P2F215iuPLy_UaR4Rk__W2B96AG/s320/IMG_3784.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">You can see there are fewer layers in the upper line of her hair.</td></tr></tbody></table><h2>Auto Bed Leveling</h2><div>This started me on my decision to get an auto leveling device for my printer. I looked into both the Creality brand devices the CR Touch and BL Touch. In the end, I was convinced that the CR touch would be the better choice. However, I checked my electronics on my machine (the motherboard) and realized that my model was old so I got the adaptors for it too. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now, what I did not realize is how finicky and complicated this device could be. Turns out that my motherboard is an 8-bit board and the device I purchased requires a 32-bit board. However, I was still able to physically install it with the adaptors. I downloaded some firmware meant for the BL Touch for an 8-bit motherboard to see if things would still work. </div><div><br /></div><div>At first, it seemed to work! It would auto-home to the right spot. But since the CR Touch was wider than expected, the blade holder needed adjustments. So I took it off for the time being to just get the CR Touch working. However, when I did that, suddenly it was colliding with the bed on the Z-axis. </div><div><br /></div><div>Right now, I am not sure where to start with troubleshooting this issue. Because it WAS working with the BL Touch firmware, I figured that I would not need to upgrade the motherboard. Or it may be that I used outdated firmware. I don't want to break my machine but at this point I'm debating if I should return the CR Touch in exchange for a BL touch which would work with my 8-bit motherboard. Or do I get a new motherboard and install that? </div><div><br /></div><div>The motherboard is more expensive by a couple bucks compared to the BL touch. Plus there's the hassle of exchanging an item. Part of me thinks, maybe I can get it to work since it seemed to for a bit. </div><div><br /></div><div>All in all, I'm just plain frustrated, so I opted to buy a Cricut because I do have several projects that require stencils, engraving and such. It's worth the investment to me. </div><div><br /></div><div>I will no longer arm my 3D printer with a knife, but I do want to get the leveler working. Just it's become a challenge beyond my scope. </div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-37713388261840474932022-03-21T22:42:00.005-07:002022-03-22T18:46:07.028-07:00Acrylic Glass Art with 3D printing Series: Ruka and Kyojuro Painted Scene<p>This was the project that really spear-headed the whole craze. I wanted to wait until I got good...but I didn't. I just went for it. And we'll see how it goes. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">What I Used</h2><p>Materials: Acrylic Multi-Surface Paints, Stencil 4.8" x 7" Glass, Chrome Spray Paint. Vinyl sticker on back for protection(?)</p><p>Method: Masking with lineart</p><p>Color Method: Cel painting</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOXE-b41mueHg6p5XoyhXvdx6PsE03Z3RopMcrdWtU8cjAEl-ZPcEo01UIQjZdsHQxifMTcb5aWKIeS6iLgNgR2KwBlhdbEiYJo7cAJUpc8LbFX46cWm_baPlz6iQb0SvAZGXGSc6xOZntickj2wIXW-6fpj_tsJChCfc1yffNUCeLZxhCHHhPH_L5/s535/2022-03-18_16-55-44.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="535" data-original-width="492" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOXE-b41mueHg6p5XoyhXvdx6PsE03Z3RopMcrdWtU8cjAEl-ZPcEo01UIQjZdsHQxifMTcb5aWKIeS6iLgNgR2KwBlhdbEiYJo7cAJUpc8LbFX46cWm_baPlz6iQb0SvAZGXGSc6xOZntickj2wIXW-6fpj_tsJChCfc1yffNUCeLZxhCHHhPH_L5/s320/2022-03-18_16-55-44.png" width="294" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Colored Reference.</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 style="text-align: left;">Image Prep</h2><div>The image was originally from this <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4943554" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stencil</a> which looks like it's based off a frame in the manga. That's why there's lots of little scratch lines and fiddly details. I opted to take out the flowers on the sleeve, thicken the lines in Kyojuro's eyes, and open up the space in Kyojuro's hair tips since I will color them later.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhv8ZNG6Kqb4-lsy2duA9CMBTQcoVfX2D0FdbW1gc05aNzOgaze9U4gLuifaTQ2buxX709z53LsHga-LaFORyMXZf_E9Le1frA5o7QiLOWTxpvidGDHKJfIFzrN6nKazxd2ZBOo6g-ZGN2iqe86tgiW_ef2nJJdjBv7O1MJqtuEAjqc96-MNHlRn7N/s918/RukaPng.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="584" data-original-width="918" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhv8ZNG6Kqb4-lsy2duA9CMBTQcoVfX2D0FdbW1gc05aNzOgaze9U4gLuifaTQ2buxX709z53LsHga-LaFORyMXZf_E9Le1frA5o7QiLOWTxpvidGDHKJfIFzrN6nKazxd2ZBOo6g-ZGN2iqe86tgiW_ef2nJJdjBv7O1MJqtuEAjqc96-MNHlRn7N/s320/RukaPng.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Another thing I was trying to decide is if I would print the scene as a stencil or inverse stencil. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrdgmOlsfyF3aHuvn2rNCqmskFib161sm5aoypc3ExLS5PvAxyh4u8zgGo12Yp-jNB788EEnvmpxEx46HjE0SUWwwOknaaorAkO3QHechzxK-YOpVTQgOURsC-WXZltgpgpNOMTJUFUEAUCqWwp-d1yCtiyXZajvnuxxSeNu0qgEfZBKY432C1k5US/s800/Stencil_printtime.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="521" data-original-width="800" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrdgmOlsfyF3aHuvn2rNCqmskFib161sm5aoypc3ExLS5PvAxyh4u8zgGo12Yp-jNB788EEnvmpxEx46HjE0SUWwwOknaaorAkO3QHechzxK-YOpVTQgOURsC-WXZltgpgpNOMTJUFUEAUCqWwp-d1yCtiyXZajvnuxxSeNu0qgEfZBKY432C1k5US/s320/Stencil_printtime.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stencil Version</td></tr></tbody></table><div>The pros of the Stencil are that the line art will be flat black paint (except Kyojuro's pupils which I will first paint white). The stencil should be a bit easier to remove than the inverse stencil. </div><div><br /></div><div>The downside is the print time and amount of filament it will consume. And once the filament is off, only flat black paint will block my edges when coloring. (I am not a very neat painter sadly.) </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi2fPUpD5QtRcMTqeaS1z4p8S3mJmwALcc79bTmtc3LaFK8MOia5Lz3XOmEihnTQAT3TIBBW5oMWu5427D8tRgVLIB3H1wYYH31z9PYoenb-MkhfF4vsmYIyBT0gdTc6ulUGFZ9sllVEBPrLQi2_89GkUlBwTAvVEp8MH_QfaSUUGaSw9zGb1lr7ba/s800/inverse_stencil_printtime.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="521" data-original-width="800" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi2fPUpD5QtRcMTqeaS1z4p8S3mJmwALcc79bTmtc3LaFK8MOia5Lz3XOmEihnTQAT3TIBBW5oMWu5427D8tRgVLIB3H1wYYH31z9PYoenb-MkhfF4vsmYIyBT0gdTc6ulUGFZ9sllVEBPrLQi2_89GkUlBwTAvVEp8MH_QfaSUUGaSw9zGb1lr7ba/s320/inverse_stencil_printtime.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Inverse Stencil</td></tr></tbody></table>After making my Bakugo Inverse Stencil, I learned a LOT. The big thing I learned is that the line art when printed looks pretty good! <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-ig67NXhDletah0MntYX7KTsiJP_UhcFh3UN-6qszbWe1IHhdHPFKx_SQOxKoqvt43FbsHWLrbQkl-2PPTLdERvBDxuTeu8lr-tN3UhkEcXiznleBabWkkzq_4Eqi7EqNDBoNH_wAhcKThqDbEwq5_DJnTqAK8uxViTvndiw9jf-oG7-sMNeidsiV/s3264/IMG_3770.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-ig67NXhDletah0MntYX7KTsiJP_UhcFh3UN-6qszbWe1IHhdHPFKx_SQOxKoqvt43FbsHWLrbQkl-2PPTLdERvBDxuTeu8lr-tN3UhkEcXiznleBabWkkzq_4Eqi7EqNDBoNH_wAhcKThqDbEwq5_DJnTqAK8uxViTvndiw9jf-oG7-sMNeidsiV/s320/IMG_3770.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wish I printed this in Black!</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div>So pros of the inverse are: Line art is in plastic and I don't need to remove the stencil. The print time is lower and uses less filament. I have "bumpers" like painting stained glass so my colors won't run into each other. If I really wanted to, I could remove the stencil after painting the character colors and background. I'd just need to spray paint in black. </div><div><br /></div><div>Cons: Have to make further adjustments to the 3D model since Kyojuro's pupils are white. Likely to see the 3D print lines in large areas like Ruka's hair. </div><div><br /></div><div>In the end, I went with Inverse Stencil. It is the easiesr method. </div><div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Color the Image</h2><div>This actually takes some careful thought and planning. Because the way I am used to coloring is bottom layer to top. But this time it has to be TOP layer to bottom. I wrote down my steps so I can keep things clear in my mind. Also made a photoshop image to see the layers and renumber them. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtvxiWpE5yfgPuxl7bErziwQWXZAYKnhh9z0fUj41oaUSgzx6C9pi0CoadcvSoCAmULw19HtGNUohVBG4C_2kw9DMNm5AuCzZvTtg46mC6fIgRO0xomuyGePSd0LOcqpiS2gSC4gdL2GD4CAdX0VblqL3sKEsNNRgXf-CTvv0RC-mjayyk-sH08Pkj/s646/colorplan.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="543" data-original-width="646" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtvxiWpE5yfgPuxl7bErziwQWXZAYKnhh9z0fUj41oaUSgzx6C9pi0CoadcvSoCAmULw19HtGNUohVBG4C_2kw9DMNm5AuCzZvTtg46mC6fIgRO0xomuyGePSd0LOcqpiS2gSC4gdL2GD4CAdX0VblqL3sKEsNNRgXf-CTvv0RC-mjayyk-sH08Pkj/s320/colorplan.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Layers like onions!</td></tr></tbody></table><div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li><span id="docs-internal-guid-50889600-7fff-98df-04ae-e26357513f39"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Kyo White Pupils, Touch up any black lines</span></p></span></li><li><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">White pupils (mom)</span></p></li><li><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Magenta iris metallic (mom), Red Metallic (kyo)</span></div></li><li><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Kyo Iris 2, Pure Metallic gold</span></div></li><li><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Eye Whites, Blue flower Sleeve Front</span></div></li><li><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-fe121a0f-7fff-21cb-44ca-e3c14996e8f8"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"> White Sleeve Front</span></p></span></span></div></li><li><div><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-79d3dacf-7fff-49ea-9fd0-81a22168f41f"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Parchment Hands (mom)</span></span></span></div></li><li><div><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Red Hair Tips</span></span></span></div></li><li><div><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Kyo's Hair front Yellow</span></span></span></div></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Kyo's Peach Face and Ear</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Yellow Hair Back</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Burgundy Kimono (Kyo)</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Blue Flower Pattern Sleeve back</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gray Inner Sleeve </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Blue Stripe Obi</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">White Kimono Back</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Black-Brown Hair (mom)</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Kimono Chest, Parchment Face and ear (mom)</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Background Color (Either Mirror Chrome or Frosted Glass)</span></span></li></ol></div><div><p>The paint will be acrylics which may need primer on the glass to help it to stick but needs a few layers to work. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">How it Actually Went</h2></div></div><div>Before I started the print, I switched the nozzle on my printer from .4mm to .2mm which is the smallest size. It prints a much finer line.</div><div><br /></div><div>Like last time, I printed the skirt for figuring out where to place the glass piece and level the bed. I taped the glass down to the bed lining up with the skirt. This time I felt I was a bit more careful with where the painter's tape went. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigGd0rtjhNqzZA_5-fcM_B4g8LFoI08o3j5dSQSw4kHb7weUnNJ0N94EAQxJAy8jzWwMVt3Msv-4E8SajFycrZj9-X1CWigHlFL0D9pw4nF1-5OLs2kRC2GAkD7FAbFxy4zyuLdThKN-GByp4-5HaoAolYSaDzp7puqKrRPwZ-qtviPlhDO4AOr-CD/s3264/IMG_3778.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigGd0rtjhNqzZA_5-fcM_B4g8LFoI08o3j5dSQSw4kHb7weUnNJ0N94EAQxJAy8jzWwMVt3Msv-4E8SajFycrZj9-X1CWigHlFL0D9pw4nF1-5OLs2kRC2GAkD7FAbFxy4zyuLdThKN-GByp4-5HaoAolYSaDzp7puqKrRPwZ-qtviPlhDO4AOr-CD/s320/IMG_3778.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Taped down.</td></tr></tbody></table><div>Once I tacked them down, I wiped the surface of the glass with isopropyl alcohol. </div><div><br /></div><div>I started the gcode and watched the first layer print like a hawk. I did note that at some of my tape went too far! So I paused the print which unfortunately left a bit of a streak.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHYikXFDL7qGhPZFxS2kmUUUuq6jP1xhk_9ifzzRkijymghjEMMwNvFUyIBYSd_dcgl5EE0QNE4dcWxMxXabrhnl1jyHwJdS0Eqp4SorUftU5eLLxeDnVREFIAH-Y8nVIB2iEpO7DfhTQ-RtA6dB_pVU5Xs9QT76BNmcKAxZlOJVbYHrQ_hedYCFZe/s3264/IMG_3782.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHYikXFDL7qGhPZFxS2kmUUUuq6jP1xhk_9ifzzRkijymghjEMMwNvFUyIBYSd_dcgl5EE0QNE4dcWxMxXabrhnl1jyHwJdS0Eqp4SorUftU5eLLxeDnVREFIAH-Y8nVIB2iEpO7DfhTQ-RtA6dB_pVU5Xs9QT76BNmcKAxZlOJVbYHrQ_hedYCFZe/s320/IMG_3782.JPG" width="240" /></a></div>It only took about an hour and a half to print. I made it 4 layers which helped because my bed leveling sucks. The top left corner was a bit higher but every other was so good. So it only has two layers. <div><br /></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVtMJqbbzg__Vfm77WGFpCunF9ROKrHclK9vnuZjMoPUpjbqvyuUnZ7ssjNEZtiBp3gEJua0VhH2LZl4nZ0IAXl2b4jCpCY-cf2S5wKAtBtG-KPySGWwYPJqSP6Ndhl6w65EaVOllBdcn9_qybwET1L5gjfO0-beKhPnUJBwhoHgD7BZYOWD6Wc1b4/s3264/IMG_3784.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVtMJqbbzg__Vfm77WGFpCunF9ROKrHclK9vnuZjMoPUpjbqvyuUnZ7ssjNEZtiBp3gEJua0VhH2LZl4nZ0IAXl2b4jCpCY-cf2S5wKAtBtG-KPySGWwYPJqSP6Ndhl6w65EaVOllBdcn9_qybwET1L5gjfO0-beKhPnUJBwhoHgD7BZYOWD6Wc1b4/s320/IMG_3784.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">But overall...line art is GREAT</td></tr></tbody></table>Now...deep breath...I need to paint it. I got my tiny brushes and a toothpick. And I followed my PSD file and the list I posted earlier. Starting with the eyes. </div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpnpjOqrl2KbmkTeGwylvqU7YHw9v90s_xd02s17fBP7UNOX6eVVFh_vf8FqPMJFwcP0LgHb-y2_yGMspoQ2-iPpIzSkBgC7UJDG9b8mqCWTFjI2x9gmLBnnRSa_4eaewULsr09lsblAM29UP5JErUx6E-zcQbUYlV2EvWFAW3uoquGFNIDLbqAYji/s1890/IMG_3785.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1890" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpnpjOqrl2KbmkTeGwylvqU7YHw9v90s_xd02s17fBP7UNOX6eVVFh_vf8FqPMJFwcP0LgHb-y2_yGMspoQ2-iPpIzSkBgC7UJDG9b8mqCWTFjI2x9gmLBnnRSa_4eaewULsr09lsblAM29UP5JErUx6E-zcQbUYlV2EvWFAW3uoquGFNIDLbqAYji/s320/IMG_3785.JPG" width="244" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Backside.</td></tr></tbody></table><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5lcXASyecRzql4IgufmUKHam_k_kmMpBaMSOesqptXoV4jmzgflxzbFUgicpZN212A5R39sDswQA5T3yWKLAG8iA9OLoibUR-8w2QL1cluAJsvxiK7nJYY6dPUSb6YxiZiRzi35NF3RtotQCn4FLEYbrJnwnrkPoFtydFq7hUVAiCjD1f5pMB2FW/s3264/IMG_3787.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5lcXASyecRzql4IgufmUKHam_k_kmMpBaMSOesqptXoV4jmzgflxzbFUgicpZN212A5R39sDswQA5T3yWKLAG8iA9OLoibUR-8w2QL1cluAJsvxiK7nJYY6dPUSb6YxiZiRzi35NF3RtotQCn4FLEYbrJnwnrkPoFtydFq7hUVAiCjD1f5pMB2FW/s320/IMG_3787.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption">Front Side</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Layer by layer I globbed the paint on the back. I did stray over the lines a bit. But I didn't catch them in time. I did try to remove the scratch line but I was scared I might accidentally remove the 3D printed lines. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvyfErsVVii2V1gD67aCbDDApzuey-IQrdCOkEU5EYtsCaXb7y3Bk2BoAzCyWLuj2raJXM5xxUzbPrLXWqoz9hmL1VNGpAcdMPz7KqbSA2Z7wyFlD1m-lTzozb4ZZjcxy32M_tYJyRQsjSb7cgsyUjP3kYnkbyvmwGjYC788o7ltd-VqkXO6Pbmd6d/s3264/IMG_3790.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvyfErsVVii2V1gD67aCbDDApzuey-IQrdCOkEU5EYtsCaXb7y3Bk2BoAzCyWLuj2raJXM5xxUzbPrLXWqoz9hmL1VNGpAcdMPz7KqbSA2Z7wyFlD1m-lTzozb4ZZjcxy32M_tYJyRQsjSb7cgsyUjP3kYnkbyvmwGjYC788o7ltd-VqkXO6Pbmd6d/s320/IMG_3790.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Just like cel shading!</td></tr></tbody></table>Then I spray painted the Chrome paint over the back for the background. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV2lTIFXCYuSCX8Ef_Wq3L31LLNWvnpzc4UZbhdroJcL9WNGsmYVOi1ntG-zHchXF1vm4s9vXhbPYoQ-pKbbRwqz5bU3FIn0UBHhzcNIPdyc4Wx-dnjPhde0rwj8uA0DpeIdzY7tlLZIby7UoPxRQvMJMKu6_Vah35fyt8Orzu2cQikdDKE4MnVJFh/s3264/IMG_3791.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV2lTIFXCYuSCX8Ef_Wq3L31LLNWvnpzc4UZbhdroJcL9WNGsmYVOi1ntG-zHchXF1vm4s9vXhbPYoQ-pKbbRwqz5bU3FIn0UBHhzcNIPdyc4Wx-dnjPhde0rwj8uA0DpeIdzY7tlLZIby7UoPxRQvMJMKu6_Vah35fyt8Orzu2cQikdDKE4MnVJFh/s320/IMG_3791.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Silver backing! Very shiny!</td></tr></tbody></table>And here's what it finally looks like. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaVGxUlGowhjPJyRTUHQAQ1vAY_7c3araV5CYNtTk_TJara3GKWd5mc0cI4OcmPVGhwk1HI3TJlQiy9W44LYGd33SMThYdAjh0Aj7AvNzwXMFIeISpwxZTAJuDOIfNbxQjJm5UfkLOWSBRP2yYXkZjY6TqNbV4FKkusuVQEtjcedCvmEwQfCfLgGmR/s3264/IMG_3792.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaVGxUlGowhjPJyRTUHQAQ1vAY_7c3araV5CYNtTk_TJara3GKWd5mc0cI4OcmPVGhwk1HI3TJlQiy9W44LYGd33SMThYdAjh0Aj7AvNzwXMFIeISpwxZTAJuDOIfNbxQjJm5UfkLOWSBRP2yYXkZjY6TqNbV4FKkusuVQEtjcedCvmEwQfCfLgGmR/s320/IMG_3792.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">HOLD YOUR BABY!!!!</td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /><div>Here's what it looked like before the background...btw.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0FwiIsL2IpRVtKNMFpdZEdy3mIfb2yApw5Y9Qa4qj5H-sxeHjbZRu1ig6UQp05t5SH41rjJNMzki0BlaaXMysR3OdEEJ0yNl-4IfkR6MK4Y2OHjk9l-BIWVqnZde394PTr9B-iN5-ZUsA4wgWftrb4hO3F-buN4d0QxqOqhz-Zu4h0K0QjRQavPNK/s2346/IMG_3788.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="2286" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0FwiIsL2IpRVtKNMFpdZEdy3mIfb2yApw5Y9Qa4qj5H-sxeHjbZRu1ig6UQp05t5SH41rjJNMzki0BlaaXMysR3OdEEJ0yNl-4IfkR6MK4Y2OHjk9l-BIWVqnZde394PTr9B-iN5-ZUsA4wgWftrb4hO3F-buN4d0QxqOqhz-Zu4h0K0QjRQavPNK/s320/IMG_3788.JPG" width="312" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ignore my messy floor...and leg. </td></tr></tbody></table>I'm so jazzed how well it turned out. Calmness has returned to my brain and the other projects can go to pieces for all I care. I got my Ruka and Kyojuro scene. 😍</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-46723282172876361012022-03-20T16:58:00.003-07:002022-03-22T18:42:12.707-07:00Acrylic Glass Art with 3D printing Series: Making a 3D Print Stencil<p>In this method, the goal is to print the stencil directly on your glass piece. You may wonder, "Why print on the glass and not on the print bed?"</p><p>So the stencil needs to be really flat on the surface to make clean lines. If it lifts anywhere, you lose definition. Well...it works well on paper.</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHW-A3Nf7i5Ue8Qq63pMDXJSw-D8jhUm0LJMMWSAWVr4DANZCer_YMuIDHO4R-H9BhNrbo0BNzUhyLUhJWQx_dmuwBNOY1Mm3ilwPZId38r8VXntZ-iW--DYdijE1FoagXEwLFk-qYlAuPcA4kRVd5uVjuSRe9oImLuz-4jqU46vQnC5O14GRNux_B/s1568/Stencil_painted.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1568" data-original-width="1224" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHW-A3Nf7i5Ue8Qq63pMDXJSw-D8jhUm0LJMMWSAWVr4DANZCer_YMuIDHO4R-H9BhNrbo0BNzUhyLUhJWQx_dmuwBNOY1Mm3ilwPZId38r8VXntZ-iW--DYdijE1FoagXEwLFk-qYlAuPcA4kRVd5uVjuSRe9oImLuz-4jqU46vQnC5O14GRNux_B/s320/Stencil_painted.jpg" width="250" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Anywhere the stencil "lifts" it's fuzzy.</td></tr></tbody></table>However on a piece of glass...the fuzzy parts don't look as stylish. <p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoPXa-lFO6c7dJlcSwglOixnCVq548mDsLKtaEUio-sGYiulfT_6NhBFFcwaLyyUleZ7oHp-u_QgRSouwPpRiCTTjnu9M_0V6nvNHX_uf_eeKwvOVXGLyV080lx9JzM-SGmDflxZY_anfSkMwPnOoyC39Vp2UIyps6u6cSlBYW37_APqXe48epkEoz/s2463/Stencil_on_glass.HEIC" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2463" data-original-width="2159" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoPXa-lFO6c7dJlcSwglOixnCVq548mDsLKtaEUio-sGYiulfT_6NhBFFcwaLyyUleZ7oHp-u_QgRSouwPpRiCTTjnu9M_0V6nvNHX_uf_eeKwvOVXGLyV080lx9JzM-SGmDflxZY_anfSkMwPnOoyC39Vp2UIyps6u6cSlBYW37_APqXe48epkEoz/s320/Stencil_on_glass.HEIC" width="281" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hmmm...globby Kyojuro. </td></tr></tbody></table><br />This is why we're printing directly on the piece of glass. The adhesion to the glass keeps it flat so we can paint or use etching cream or use an engraving tool I guess. You could invert the stencil too and make the inverse stencil the lineart of your piece. <br /><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Materials</h2>For this project you will need: <p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Isopropyl Alcohol</li><li> Filament </li><li>Optional Materials: .2 Extruder Nozzle</li><li>Slicer program</li></ul><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Pre-Requisites</h2><p>Check height of your glass directly with your machine. You want to make sure you got the correct height for your material. If you find that it's a couple points off, you can make note of it to correct it in your slicer program or manually on your machine. </p><p>By default most machines have a .4mm nozzle. If you want more detail, use a smaller nozzle. Just make sure to update your slicer's profile to use the smaller nozzle. </p><p> This method requires that your slicer program allow you to start the print to match the thickness of your glass. So the printer starts printing directly onto your glass instead of on the bed. You can set this manually on most machines. I just like running programs and letting it do its thing. In Cura you will need to download the Z Offset plugin from the marketplace. </p><p> I have copies of my profiles here: <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1C8quaNFXZizBr0LiXDhXNquyeC93LgW0?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Cura Profiles</a></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Cura Stuff</h2><p>If you are using a precut glass piece, you'll need to know where to place it on the printer bed. In this case you will make two files: One for placement and the other for printing. </p><p>1. Import your STL file into the Slicer. If you have not already, resize the model to fit the dimensions of your glass piece. Scale the Z-axis height to a setting that will make about 2 - 4 layers. For example if your layer height is .2mm scale the Z axis to .6 mm to make it 3 layers. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcrQdSa4EoXwEiFr2btwR_gocCugwGroM9qCHxT5Ylp2sywmEBUq-vy7EKJ4JGqrx3CV4gia1o9zM0rFMAQgESJmf9lib3WqbugWWfWlAgLl6N0NfSxctN64DE7vRpZbrMUG9WTWxfoeOulJu1pQFX8cvh-LTHCLCvymlv7Cg76_dbCyAZfyLFGyLl/s329/scaled_stencil.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="195" data-original-width="329" height="190" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcrQdSa4EoXwEiFr2btwR_gocCugwGroM9qCHxT5Ylp2sywmEBUq-vy7EKJ4JGqrx3CV4gia1o9zM0rFMAQgESJmf9lib3WqbugWWfWlAgLl6N0NfSxctN64DE7vRpZbrMUG9WTWxfoeOulJu1pQFX8cvh-LTHCLCvymlv7Cg76_dbCyAZfyLFGyLl/s320/scaled_stencil.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>2. Adjust your settings to suit your usual printing. Although some extra settings to consider are to make sure it prints thin walls if your image is fiddly. </p><p>To make a Placement File: Set the Z-offset to 0 so the filament prints directly on the bed. Use a SKIRT bed adhesion. Let it run for 3 - 5 rounds, and set it about 1 mm away from your print model. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk7q8mPUJy_nE0GMtty6JRt16jNko668Kgwajx-BcLfRxn_AjoxNRDOj6Gxoo-zUai20MI7niWSrLnghXFxeVVlTNRBs1kcUlEIwUlksa8c4xU2geeQorUXFUdkNzYVcthCfopn04Y9ewrpsI3WxnmBiplVITeoQyiA17DZZOWeBsApzpqsgeUVJk1/s517/placementfile.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="506" data-original-width="517" height="313" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk7q8mPUJy_nE0GMtty6JRt16jNko668Kgwajx-BcLfRxn_AjoxNRDOj6Gxoo-zUai20MI7niWSrLnghXFxeVVlTNRBs1kcUlEIwUlksa8c4xU2geeQorUXFUdkNzYVcthCfopn04Y9ewrpsI3WxnmBiplVITeoQyiA17DZZOWeBsApzpqsgeUVJk1/s320/placementfile.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The blue line is the skirt.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>To make the Stencil: Set the z-offset to the thickness of your glass. (Mine is 4mm.)</p><p>3. Save the gcodes for your stencil. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Printer Stuff</h2><p>1. Install the nozzle size of your choosing and load filament.</p><p>2. Print the placement file on the regular bed. You can level your bed with this and figure out where the stencil will print so you can place your glass accordingly. </p><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6tBtw0vOJSzYagQ6lbzi4XlAj0050t98T-Z7mRuydCwGEGUI6OXcpR6sOUww5opw23_qVDRS1eiBrKzoUY84Yo5WKlQfBwMhw_4wBJRkiiQppU2Qb6bi4RRYU-nU8jMEYu1Zlt_8CSg0IcRUDGEP-3Vd3PQzShLIYNTOHgkTF-N9PzkCm__XSG_Yd/s3264/IMG_3757.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6tBtw0vOJSzYagQ6lbzi4XlAj0050t98T-Z7mRuydCwGEGUI6OXcpR6sOUww5opw23_qVDRS1eiBrKzoUY84Yo5WKlQfBwMhw_4wBJRkiiQppU2Qb6bi4RRYU-nU8jMEYu1Zlt_8CSg0IcRUDGEP-3Vd3PQzShLIYNTOHgkTF-N9PzkCm__XSG_Yd/s320/IMG_3757.JPG" width="240" /></a><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwAxDNNkdB9gc7b-329UnPuMmZWmMkTJuwFxkPFchElJPe-OKEaI5wAdVfVQhAJa3wsBJhCyEjy8CYY9YlFyKOEeyfmtmnY2wNeFaA24mVUP99UR1-zEJTB8HzCLZH_Gah30P0UFAx3hyhNGSTtveUA10nxvjq2DgFf45dR3gDrZXCEZA84hZvWG0E/s3264/IMG_3758.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwAxDNNkdB9gc7b-329UnPuMmZWmMkTJuwFxkPFchElJPe-OKEaI5wAdVfVQhAJa3wsBJhCyEjy8CYY9YlFyKOEeyfmtmnY2wNeFaA24mVUP99UR1-zEJTB8HzCLZH_Gah30P0UFAx3hyhNGSTtveUA10nxvjq2DgFf45dR3gDrZXCEZA84hZvWG0E/s320/IMG_3758.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><br /><p>3. Place your glass blank within the placement lines. Remove any protective film or paper from one side, then secure it down. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicBxjfqRsgKIHJD0TXPUzdXsDk6GtV1dlLEAMdHLRxnNmCGkcAcxyJLIAAlG3_kEfJMjqoGfKCCJdPCv6jYs5cQLEQvUy2uhwKdMvqcz7T9dHSHwr28WYKAY656tVxHny9HcRun7LZ-wVWDCs0hU2z6IBayMY288mAteUwOqMQIF_CfvFFNtRolLBU/s3264/IMG_3759.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="3264" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicBxjfqRsgKIHJD0TXPUzdXsDk6GtV1dlLEAMdHLRxnNmCGkcAcxyJLIAAlG3_kEfJMjqoGfKCCJdPCv6jYs5cQLEQvUy2uhwKdMvqcz7T9dHSHwr28WYKAY656tVxHny9HcRun7LZ-wVWDCs0hU2z6IBayMY288mAteUwOqMQIF_CfvFFNtRolLBU/s320/IMG_3759.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>4: Double check your z offset before printing. Then clean your glass with the isopropyl alcohol so there is no human skin oils on it. </p><p>5: Run the gcode for printing the stencil. Keep an eye on that first layer to make sure things are going well. Then let it run. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAOmDqQlyy5lNSCTNv4y_iL7fAgcu-TJRIOs5DHUKuSg8uxTYh6D0J4NRydE4mllgTbUJqFDlTA2-dnn9GULYcLsYfyKAninnNpqG8wCw5BbljqTNJFDX0cS_0FxcBqEX9GQyFRsB2H-U3_WioqDcS50tTq9SWTttwMBmeRsrhucUD_RYkXd2102y8/s3264/IMG_3761.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAOmDqQlyy5lNSCTNv4y_iL7fAgcu-TJRIOs5DHUKuSg8uxTYh6D0J4NRydE4mllgTbUJqFDlTA2-dnn9GULYcLsYfyKAninnNpqG8wCw5BbljqTNJFDX0cS_0FxcBqEX9GQyFRsB2H-U3_WioqDcS50tTq9SWTttwMBmeRsrhucUD_RYkXd2102y8/s320/IMG_3761.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p>6. Wait for the bed to cool and remove the glass from the printer bed. Do NOT take off your stencil. That's the whole point of this thing. If you printed any kind of skirt adhesion you can carefully remove it. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHbK-roxufYBG8MGbTpoF5rqoao9K_W8P5Do7dXMGzCJy-2HiAqNky8rh1kpq6S-QpfDr9pCDMGk7ZihQ4VKDRxTeDMUpQBhW0cKAqmqBYL_-7NxqUTcFlSnLNx-dXSZhacIE13VhPF3L1zpzbQtBlX_eRv3br00T146Zlvkkzy9cENY0d41tqI1Cr/s2535/IMG_3766.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2535" data-original-width="2415" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHbK-roxufYBG8MGbTpoF5rqoao9K_W8P5Do7dXMGzCJy-2HiAqNky8rh1kpq6S-QpfDr9pCDMGk7ZihQ4VKDRxTeDMUpQBhW0cKAqmqBYL_-7NxqUTcFlSnLNx-dXSZhacIE13VhPF3L1zpzbQtBlX_eRv3br00T146Zlvkkzy9cENY0d41tqI1Cr/s320/IMG_3766.JPG" width="305" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">My example was an "inverse" stencil. This usually works pretty well with the standard nozzles and won't take as much time. However, this will result in the "line art" being clear on your glass and the "background" to be whatever color or texture you put on it. Removing the stencil is a lot trickier though. </div><p>Alternatively, you can just use colored filament of your choice to use as the line art. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYdmRHHdmLAC_ye8h9Flz3kuyr09R5hV4cfMSZjwP20_0l9DjbTGdrTfveDU-FuuN1dT7Z1Ah9gVNL-KJ_LDMOF58jofTMNkrqp48xFwhLwauar5Fc4bDPOTxiEWm53TtaDU9a-7TJrBkumhD179vSwEIwzIXyT7gbN861-vMLQ9uxmt6Vh33vB7xh/s892/inverse_stencil.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="565" data-original-width="892" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYdmRHHdmLAC_ye8h9Flz3kuyr09R5hV4cfMSZjwP20_0l9DjbTGdrTfveDU-FuuN1dT7Z1Ah9gVNL-KJ_LDMOF58jofTMNkrqp48xFwhLwauar5Fc4bDPOTxiEWm53TtaDU9a-7TJrBkumhD179vSwEIwzIXyT7gbN861-vMLQ9uxmt6Vh33vB7xh/s320/inverse_stencil.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Placement will be very important for this one.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Default stencils are a tinge more accurate when using a smaller nozzle size. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Cc4-RsEdfxasxGvxxa8mf5R3Neyf1vGXtWd7Q_mnkjWy02-VESiR2MfCyi6K8ZaXDOW9-95dqZDOE7pVZLWlD5NIZ5Hqxa9j24AWXWP8gsxAzLWgB5OAd2xoyUle0m_8EFwMoYNxNDuqXLQ42F6s9fOrCX_-FeI8w7NIdBIClFsvw_LsR3rJ12bU/s890/4-2nozzle.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="890" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Cc4-RsEdfxasxGvxxa8mf5R3Neyf1vGXtWd7Q_mnkjWy02-VESiR2MfCyi6K8ZaXDOW9-95dqZDOE7pVZLWlD5NIZ5Hqxa9j24AWXWP8gsxAzLWgB5OAd2xoyUle0m_8EFwMoYNxNDuqXLQ42F6s9fOrCX_-FeI8w7NIdBIClFsvw_LsR3rJ12bU/w640-h320/4-2nozzle.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Associated Projects</h2><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li> Ruka and Kyo Juro</li><li> Goro</li><li> Deku</li><li> Casual Bakugo<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYRt7yiXnS9HbMtN3e-175tVxUXrTTM3MPKJ93zIWKYFE_MomeUpgINGE-yNRA9uG6S_qW7n_OTKl5BmbjGusVhbYUXdQFJo-A_fqjfIL3rF5d0SRLE1t56k0M9bnxntUjcCVtBkbiRymL55bZEWIo30jCueKkGSnPCa5WGkQ2GccIQCeCLehl_cte/s3264/IMG_3775.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYRt7yiXnS9HbMtN3e-175tVxUXrTTM3MPKJ93zIWKYFE_MomeUpgINGE-yNRA9uG6S_qW7n_OTKl5BmbjGusVhbYUXdQFJo-A_fqjfIL3rF5d0SRLE1t56k0M9bnxntUjcCVtBkbiRymL55bZEWIo30jCueKkGSnPCa5WGkQ2GccIQCeCLehl_cte/s320/IMG_3775.JPG" width="240" /></a></div></li></ul>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-91948785356402047722022-03-20T16:53:00.005-07:002022-03-22T18:34:39.460-07:00Acrylic Glass Art with 3D printing Series: Image Preparation<p> The big challenge for me has been making sure my images are prepared correctly to get the best results for my chosen project. I will go over how I evaluate how to use the image, how to convert an images into an STL stencil and some tips for editing images to make them more suitable to the task. </p><p>You can find images on 3D printing repositories meant for laser cutting or plain old stencils. Most of my examples I downloaded from the user <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/longquang/designs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Longquang on Thingiverse</a>. </p><p>But you can make your own using your favorite image making program. Ideally, an SVG (Scalable Vector Graphic) will be the final result. However, I will show you the way to convert PNG to SVG so you can make your STL stencils! Yay. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Find/Making Best Images</h2><div>Depending on if you are cutting or stenciling, you will want to use images with some heft. Made from big, beefy, beautiful shapes. </div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg11kaANdG9-t6Bp6LaOXx--tmwhCp_2NoguqAKfCIjaTV51lmOJjUWglTQlCNMVtQd-IXpRMME8rIjX67UoojgokP5axUwD7l5iWsMZabo_ZhJ_ZQhN57hjWHN6_kZbr3kxSFbUnb4cp-7pPcdgkBEUkajF5h_L_6wA3D0DNiGxvPczsEGS9NvFfyT/s173/plus.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="119" data-original-width="173" height="119" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg11kaANdG9-t6Bp6LaOXx--tmwhCp_2NoguqAKfCIjaTV51lmOJjUWglTQlCNMVtQd-IXpRMME8rIjX67UoojgokP5axUwD7l5iWsMZabo_ZhJ_ZQhN57hjWHN6_kZbr3kxSFbUnb4cp-7pPcdgkBEUkajF5h_L_6wA3D0DNiGxvPczsEGS9NvFfyT/s1600/plus.png" width="173" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ideal image to cut or Stencil</td></tr></tbody></table>But most art (mine included) use thin, fiddly lines to make characters. But you can't make a stencil or sticker with very thin lines. There's a limit. Even if you use a tiny nozzle. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFIy-0sNmaxkeDV-V6WWpvd4q3wNHo313MVGCeT99DNNF1G8wSi0CfTB6eccFOHeSBWelhfGMrd3YNt8UxKQ-XSHFkR-WLjYq0b9tdgugTWGUJqHmoBKu-iXv2ulas4YVvzahoOgPrAhSeB4wwqB4dS41x9OSJ-31PNTyk2K-3GkcYtIKPYsLY05xe/s800/gorovector.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="519" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFIy-0sNmaxkeDV-V6WWpvd4q3wNHo313MVGCeT99DNNF1G8wSi0CfTB6eccFOHeSBWelhfGMrd3YNt8UxKQ-XSHFkR-WLjYq0b9tdgugTWGUJqHmoBKu-iXv2ulas4YVvzahoOgPrAhSeB4wwqB4dS41x9OSJ-31PNTyk2K-3GkcYtIKPYsLY05xe/s320/gorovector.png" width="208" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Not ideal...yet.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><div>So finding things people have made such as logos, graphic design, or laser cut designs will work well for cutting or stenciling. Anything with lines works best with engraving. (Which you CAN do by hand, but I'm trying to figure out how to do it with my 3D printer. Stay tuned!) </div><div><br /></div><div>First, I'll explain how I turn images into STL files for the Slicer program to understand.</div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Image to STL Process</h2><div>First, find or make your vector style image. I'm using this <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5027744" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kyojuro Stencil</a> as my example. </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCyZ9fCEokv2EXJ3QcW7p8l9DY5hFtPLb8Jk90hYnrlyujbF0sSJuGPLE4nfMKQf4jK8M8zCVSaoBV91bud-Vu4tbkrjTNbwPxJdaypfY8jjrJ2w70_RutKZ6cztI98OaBZZqMjDVXeYzJETA_skGBEJRphq9XUwb6ciCR1Pwfr8ihBtOxCxmtSiih/s678/kyopng.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="565" data-original-width="678" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCyZ9fCEokv2EXJ3QcW7p8l9DY5hFtPLb8Jk90hYnrlyujbF0sSJuGPLE4nfMKQf4jK8M8zCVSaoBV91bud-Vu4tbkrjTNbwPxJdaypfY8jjrJ2w70_RutKZ6cztI98OaBZZqMjDVXeYzJETA_skGBEJRphq9XUwb6ciCR1Pwfr8ihBtOxCxmtSiih/s320/kyopng.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Edit the image so it is a PNG file on a transparent background. </div><div><br /></div><div>Then upload the image to a PNG to SVG converter. You can use a program like Inkscape or Illustrator...or use an online one like I did. I used <a href="http://pngtosvg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pngtosvg.com</a>. Make sure to set colors to 1 for best results. Download the converted file. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK5r2zGpAWmzBEWWlWLZKR7t7rGBpC4YVJRXaSTOGr2xqeou7xMMBrA6nj36uJu3DG5T8T2DdV9puEurUJR8zOD7pCM2EJxX47DFzr0qnosjiwHMMTmllBmSDeKj80FXs8DKz4OGcYdbJfQokbO3yZIzQzXEHAhB6634Qq0sXNREWgTZQ43OBN28vG/s800/pngtosvg.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="800" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK5r2zGpAWmzBEWWlWLZKR7t7rGBpC4YVJRXaSTOGr2xqeou7xMMBrA6nj36uJu3DG5T8T2DdV9puEurUJR8zOD7pCM2EJxX47DFzr0qnosjiwHMMTmllBmSDeKj80FXs8DKz4OGcYdbJfQokbO3yZIzQzXEHAhB6634Qq0sXNREWgTZQ43OBN28vG/s320/pngtosvg.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Now we have what we need to make an STL. I use the online app TinkerCAD for this process. Click import then upload your SVG file. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgB20sdHxcdh8bEOUcyfbEWqSMZUMuxrzLKcxdPP14zqSRFxur_21LUqT4HcoZQcUL3o0e2vG1FAluaTUmehLO0wf9LgS9ieZJYoYWrvSg-Df23-qCAVKmt-FweHvQLpOTmNLhj_720_YISThFyYoylyHA0x7dES1mWbEzSfuH-nUeJJGiw8pG8ciH/s1366/tinkercadimport.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="573" data-original-width="1366" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgB20sdHxcdh8bEOUcyfbEWqSMZUMuxrzLKcxdPP14zqSRFxur_21LUqT4HcoZQcUL3o0e2vG1FAluaTUmehLO0wf9LgS9ieZJYoYWrvSg-Df23-qCAVKmt-FweHvQLpOTmNLhj_720_YISThFyYoylyHA0x7dES1mWbEzSfuH-nUeJJGiw8pG8ciH/s320/tinkercadimport.png" width="320" /></a></div>For use with our cutting or stencil making, set the height of the shape to 1. You can mess with a few other settings or add a couple things here and there. (I added the UMAI! in Inkscape.) Wouldn't hurt to resize it here too. Makes exporting a bit faster. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxQdrs6uHdACLzZ_RIA7GJJr34JkrTbMEqSgZPhfTmPoiwZlTmNhQnlN-OG1tyYOmUq6r3SJ6_MP7soibnCOJXmiXBJ6D1peKFWusEtmQrmWggcggVq2rjkrQ64-_XzttX3Km7NUPfLoG9Ao4P8jrXRU4NQQuBYzc4v5461hpONpKpvb7BmC7fXwYT/s1092/TinkerSet.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="622" data-original-width="1092" height="182" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxQdrs6uHdACLzZ_RIA7GJJr34JkrTbMEqSgZPhfTmPoiwZlTmNhQnlN-OG1tyYOmUq6r3SJ6_MP7soibnCOJXmiXBJ6D1peKFWusEtmQrmWggcggVq2rjkrQ64-_XzttX3Km7NUPfLoG9Ao4P8jrXRU4NQQuBYzc4v5461hpONpKpvb7BmC7fXwYT/s320/TinkerSet.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Click Export and select STL. And now you have a 3D file to print. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1-qnCXlHhEPSMA2fbu0gvOFRbx-uxGJVg1NUEI-bI0ctneuGB3sXznuYcLzKbpqqeDYTdmawS89UdNDQXGlI0T4XNtSIKOiijvFJha0CLHp0DgWJAG52keblsLFIhnt16PItIy0wdf2iNbDeStP16MdPT4EXj3iOUVGa7RBpdJwEfOIZ_j_vePZkl/s498/TinkerDownload.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="498" data-original-width="469" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1-qnCXlHhEPSMA2fbu0gvOFRbx-uxGJVg1NUEI-bI0ctneuGB3sXznuYcLzKbpqqeDYTdmawS89UdNDQXGlI0T4XNtSIKOiijvFJha0CLHp0DgWJAG52keblsLFIhnt16PItIy0wdf2iNbDeStP16MdPT4EXj3iOUVGa7RBpdJwEfOIZ_j_vePZkl/s320/TinkerDownload.png" width="301" /></a></div><br /><p>To make this image into a Stencil, open this file into a 3D editor like Blender or 3D Builder. Insert a cube shape and scale it to it's a bit wider and taller than our image. The z-axis should be pretty short. I set mine to 2mm. Increase the z-axis of the image to be taller than the cube. I set mine to 4mm. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR6bqUfhVvgTZABQhGwk7BlOskOBI3ft41L8iZXfZ80Mlig5sfUtc734h7s1kG17dXGUZiglbnKG80V6LpjSJcby4203RZHzM2Swk9KyEfpIr-z4Gqa8tqEiPsVixcsV0ksY-yobehAnFh3LHMnhqE3q-R_nsVH5Lek8w4dKsIkCkqoMg-YI9DDRjc/s800/3dBuild.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="416" data-original-width="800" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR6bqUfhVvgTZABQhGwk7BlOskOBI3ft41L8iZXfZ80Mlig5sfUtc734h7s1kG17dXGUZiglbnKG80V6LpjSJcby4203RZHzM2Swk9KyEfpIr-z4Gqa8tqEiPsVixcsV0ksY-yobehAnFh3LHMnhqE3q-R_nsVH5Lek8w4dKsIkCkqoMg-YI9DDRjc/s320/3dBuild.png" width="320" /></a></div><p>Position both objects so they're on the same coordinates. Adjust the cube size as needed. </p><p>On 3D builder, go to Edit. Select the image model. The Click Subtract. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdVvZQPcbxepP0eQeMluNmji5qGD7HTmc8VRIJgj6Px3idEdJAG55zsbweZg8f-j3JDy2yOhZnvLBs95RwkWkCzabd58uD82_rBxu-aNBcs1Ma3Wm9xjau6cpoLNDHYuwYXHFYt6_Msifctc3agMY5Lm7Wa70amNtirgone4kJbUlKjj7ghG-sAaTo/s800/subtract.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="506" data-original-width="800" height="202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdVvZQPcbxepP0eQeMluNmji5qGD7HTmc8VRIJgj6Px3idEdJAG55zsbweZg8f-j3JDy2yOhZnvLBs95RwkWkCzabd58uD82_rBxu-aNBcs1Ma3Wm9xjau6cpoLNDHYuwYXHFYt6_Msifctc3agMY5Lm7Wa70amNtirgone4kJbUlKjj7ghG-sAaTo/s320/subtract.png" width="320" /></a></div>Wait for this to process, then voila! You got yourself a stencil!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYJY2uy4eKG4is0_JFe5Fyiu8Y5U1HYkv0iObSe9I1ovXheRtlvDsYLfJXJUf1aIXXPvTFTr0IdlNBWG_-u-H34DzFxbRh-domHmQv0mtH6iOHjb8v58R_dI3rW_nzlfWGZqNQDPbDEWZuE6JgXNu-19fMqxHHn_hYV_XptvJlKfP4ImzLseymlW0Z/s523/stencilfile.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="498" data-original-width="523" height="305" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYJY2uy4eKG4is0_JFe5Fyiu8Y5U1HYkv0iObSe9I1ovXheRtlvDsYLfJXJUf1aIXXPvTFTr0IdlNBWG_-u-H34DzFxbRh-domHmQv0mtH6iOHjb8v58R_dI3rW_nzlfWGZqNQDPbDEWZuE6JgXNu-19fMqxHHn_hYV_XptvJlKfP4ImzLseymlW0Z/s320/stencilfile.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>Save your STL file then process as normal!<br /><h2 style="text-align: left;"> Editing Images to Work as Stencils</h2><div>As mentioned earlier, not all images make it through this process well. There are a few things to do that will make them print better. 3D printed stencils are not as accurate as laser cut stencils. But if you find/make some art that you think looks dope and you want to make a stencil/sticker out of it try these things. </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Simplify</li><li>Thicken</li><li>Remove</li><li>Redraw</li></ul></div><div>For example, one of my projects is this Ruka and Kyojuro image. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieCTPqFSO_epDj8PmhW9dvipRNBA2JTW5heHfGCxRctloeWW6mfbLvdW7vOgRIYz_kZ04bpfZFGw_EyJSGaaFH9fNY2vm1ZTiM-R4xpuP4FWMU8rDTUzDf91kvSZVu-NhnK1hkAlmpvfkXhVvUy7Hf7PsP1ThghMmt9dS2jKw8HDtsWOs1Lqg3CuUH/s918/RukaPng.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="584" data-original-width="918" height="255" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieCTPqFSO_epDj8PmhW9dvipRNBA2JTW5heHfGCxRctloeWW6mfbLvdW7vOgRIYz_kZ04bpfZFGw_EyJSGaaFH9fNY2vm1ZTiM-R4xpuP4FWMU8rDTUzDf91kvSZVu-NhnK1hkAlmpvfkXhVvUy7Hf7PsP1ThghMmt9dS2jKw8HDtsWOs1Lqg3CuUH/w400-h255/RukaPng.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4943554" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Original image</a> is fine...you you have a laser cutter.</td></tr></tbody></table>Because my goal is to 3D print this as a stencil...or inverse stencil, I had to make a few adjustments. </div><div>I did print out the original as a stencil with a .4mm nozzle. A lot of it did come through but because the first layer did an elephant foot (over melted), most of the tiny detail lines were gone. So no flowers, no eyes on Kyojuro and no fingers on Ruka. </div><div><br /></div><div>Generally, I'm not great with vector editing programs like Inkscape. It's been a long time since I used it last and it has only grown stronger! So, I started by editing it as a PNG in Photoshop which is my wheelhouse. There I removed the flowers, remove some of the very fine lines (like the knuckle bumps), then redrew parts of Kyojuro's iris because they were line segments instead of solid lines. Then I converted it to SVG again and did more path tweaks. You'll notice I took out the black hair tips on Kyojuro. This is because I plan on coloring this as a scene and those bits need to be red. Leaving them in black would make painting a tinge difficult. I eventually did the same thing with the pupils since they're white in the image.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXw0-pbuLMXdpf2HA8giQBLwdNQekbSxR8D4Ti4rL9PNaweK3ChpVVeKEGfE46AwI5Nbf5moNNGe-Z4lKt6F7mlZZvsLQ_J5MH4nj3cEQFKXSPrhDL2wSGMjZ88q37UHfGGH4AVykHQPUacCZCBgR-k19MJN1fdod1uAsNmsx7osd41mQ032QMITnK/s1107/99bdfcf234f4995074e2fd10d3adaabb.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1107" data-original-width="357" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXw0-pbuLMXdpf2HA8giQBLwdNQekbSxR8D4Ti4rL9PNaweK3ChpVVeKEGfE46AwI5Nbf5moNNGe-Z4lKt6F7mlZZvsLQ_J5MH4nj3cEQFKXSPrhDL2wSGMjZ88q37UHfGGH4AVykHQPUacCZCBgR-k19MJN1fdod1uAsNmsx7osd41mQ032QMITnK/s320/99bdfcf234f4995074e2fd10d3adaabb.jpg" width="103" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOgLnwoXUNkDjLkRGvBeUQNdFOz2SMwhOt5zLbH7EwYS47sTY8Q7i3_Ll3JTvj-ZeGEYixhrlyN8kRGgGkUh-C6_4LPLMtGuGhXVcZ-2trgchEyTFnCF4fdhc83lZcP1v_pba5OUOCBy5IZVlY8uFhWR7yFMQimgDCAPqmxNST-g0hGQFSYU6NykMv/s1107/PrinceLotorTransparent_bw.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1107" data-original-width="357" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOgLnwoXUNkDjLkRGvBeUQNdFOz2SMwhOt5zLbH7EwYS47sTY8Q7i3_Ll3JTvj-ZeGEYixhrlyN8kRGgGkUh-C6_4LPLMtGuGhXVcZ-2trgchEyTFnCF4fdhc83lZcP1v_pba5OUOCBy5IZVlY8uFhWR7yFMQimgDCAPqmxNST-g0hGQFSYU6NykMv/s320/PrinceLotorTransparent_bw.png" width="103" /></a></div><br /></div>If you are working from a color image, you have to think in black and white! You might notice that here I thickened the lines and set everything colored in dark grey to black. (This is not a super example but I'm going to try!)<br /><div><br /></div></div><div>And hopefully, that will give you an image to work with on a 3D stencil or sticker decal project. </div><div>🥳</div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-53796746266124691102022-03-18T15:24:00.003-07:002022-03-22T18:33:03.917-07:00Acrylic Glass Art with 3D printing Series: Introduction<div class="separator"> I do a lot with my 3D printer. And I found out more I can do with it! Turns out I could turn it into an engraver or a plotter or cutting machine. Not as perfect as the real deal machines but the research has me very excited. </div><p>I made a post on <a href="https://modestycostumes.blogspot.com/2022/03/3d-printer-cutting-vinyl-stickers-and.html" target="_blank">Modesty's Costume Closet</a>, about how I got inspired and how I plan on applying what I have learned in my research. But in that blog, I try to focus on costume application. This one, I'm going to focus on the ART part. (I still go pretty in-depth on the Costume Closet, but I am going to go into more detail here.) </p><p>The plan for this series of posts is: </p><p>>> Introduction: The Research I've done and Basic requirements</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Preparing Images for Etching, Cutting, or Stencils</li><li>3D Printing Stencils onto Glass Process</li><li>Cutting Vinyl Stencils or Stickers</li><li>Etching Glass Directly</li><li>Glass LED Lamp/Display Projects</li><ul><li>Etched Look</li><li>Sticker Decal</li><li>Cel Painted Scene</li></ul></ul><div><span style="background-color: #01ffff;">Note: Currently these are 'in-progress' projects for me. I am writing about ideal situations and potentials based on my research. I will make updates as I fiddle with things. </span></div><div><span style="background-color: #01ffff;"><br /></span></div><div>The end result I want to have with some of these projects are an edge-lit light: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO5G8oUW51Ql2CoxFsDDeVsWcoYMeBFTrZq0mNQwwqUasfeTieHM9xqVdmFiRAWshemaVb5VwdXfYel7aZliBbg-p7G9sqAJDZo2Q_YOcNdP6a45NPuZvGuY-gKKIo2uPUwptUU5y4KbJK3qKcZDdaXEWdUdw0kh1TiaFF0JqqfWEwTLnAoCcCLnNz/s675/2022-03-18_15-39-32.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="416" data-original-width="675" height="197" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO5G8oUW51Ql2CoxFsDDeVsWcoYMeBFTrZq0mNQwwqUasfeTieHM9xqVdmFiRAWshemaVb5VwdXfYel7aZliBbg-p7G9sqAJDZo2Q_YOcNdP6a45NPuZvGuY-gKKIo2uPUwptUU5y4KbJK3qKcZDdaXEWdUdw0kh1TiaFF0JqqfWEwTLnAoCcCLnNz/s320/2022-03-18_15-39-32.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Although, I wanted to make it with my favorite characters and some of my own art. So this is what started my journey into researching how to accomplish this with my 3D printer. I wanted to see if I could etch the glass directly but then learned that some people converted their printer to a vinyl cutter like a Cricut or Silhouette machines. If I can mask parts of the glass with stencils, then I could use etching cream or fake it with frosted glass paint. I did learn that there are ways to make your printer a laser engraver, but that was not as appealing to me. </div><div><br /></div><div>So I will explain the ideas I have to convert my Creality Ender 3 Pro to a cutter and possibly a plotter/engraver. For now, my focus is making things a cutting machine. </div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Basic Requirements/Materials</h2><div>For any of these projects you will need: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>an FDM 3D printer. The kind that deposits filament. My focus will be on the Ender 3 pro which is what I have. </li><li>Slicer program. A standard requirement for 3D printing and making gcodes. </li><li>Acrylic Glass Blanks 2mm - 4mm thick. You can get them pre-cut or pop glass from a cheap picture frame. </li><li>Adhesives or Clips to stabilize the glass or vinyl to your printing bed. </li><li>Painter's Tape - to protect the edges of your glass and can be used as adhesives.</li><li>.STL files to print or cut</li><li>A base and LED strip lights. You can get them pre-made or made your own. I'm not into electronics so I just got some pre-made ones. </li></ul><div>The different methods will have additional tools and materials for the various methods. </div></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">3D Print a Stencil</h3><div>For this method you will need: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Filament</li><li>Optional: Smaller extruder nozzle sizes</li></ul><h3 style="text-align: left;">Cut Vinyl Stencil or Sticker</h3></div><div>This will require some tools specific to the craft of making vinyl stickers. I always debate whether to use alternative tools or the tools marketed to me. </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>A mount for the cutting knife. I used this <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4573985" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ender 3 Vinyl Cutter mount</a>.</li><li>A drag knife or vinyl cutting knife casing. A 45-degree knife works. I got the casing for the <a href="https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PF7W5VD/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Roland brand machine</a>. It fits perfectly in the Cutter mount I downloaded. </li><li>Rubber bands or zip ties</li><li>A self-healing cutting board cut to the same size as your printer bed. Ideally, get one with a tacky surface like the<a href="https://smile.amazon.com/Lightgrip-Standardgrip-Stronggrip-Adhesive-Multicolor/dp/B0839BHJRX/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> ones used with Cricut machines</a>. </li><li><a href="https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KMR68GG/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vinyl to cut</a>. Removable vinyl for stencils and permanent for stickers. </li><li>A<a href="https://smile.amazon.com/Cricut-Joy-Starter-Tool-Set/dp/B084LMR1DQ/r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> scraping tool</a> or rubber spatula</li><li>A <a href="https://smile.amazon.com/Cricut-Joy-Starter-Tool-Set/dp/B084LMR1DQ/r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sticker weeder </a>or dentist pick or sculpting pick or toothpicks. Getting pieces out is called weeding. </li><li><a href="https://youtu.be/HhKabvt2ylA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Transfer Tape</a> - To move the stencil from the paper backing onto your project. </li><li>Xacto Knife</li></ul><h3 style="text-align: left;">Glass Etching</h3></div><div>*This is in the experimental phases! These are items I THINK you might need. </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>A portable <a href="https://smile.amazon.com/General-Tools-505-Cordless-Precision/dp/B004YK66NM/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Engraving Tool</a></li><li>A mount for your engraving tool</li></ul></div><div>Alternatively: You can get a laser engraving accessory for the Ender 3 series through Creality. If that is a thing you want to do. It is much more economical than most laser engraving machines I've seen on the market, but that said, I cannot verify its overall quality. 😅</div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Planned Projects</h2><div>I have about 7 projects planned because that is how many blanks I currently have. 😂 We'll see if ANY are successful. I will be using these as the basis for my "tutorials". (The images are for character reference only. Not the final Image.)</div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Goro Etched Lamp</h3>For my character Goro, I intend to print a 3D stencil then use Frosted Glass paint to make a lamp. <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj2wuFuruGliAsfVKHSjNRh2pQr6X984yL1qpFUeHM0u6CkGJM-Rcq-vWTCAardP7QctcMbpjN8vHy9Us6NjQbb7SOtMoZkPe9kzKB-IU8RyaVzr96DA84GOIIB1gg1vGqeptp6ZE_vfC7kmCyXWf0WiS88OQff4JXy-cFo2Wdhnv4h4r3k-MxdjIk/s588/de49f9q-8fcfbf9d-93b8-495b-92ca-fc6c6e9032de.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="588" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj2wuFuruGliAsfVKHSjNRh2pQr6X984yL1qpFUeHM0u6CkGJM-Rcq-vWTCAardP7QctcMbpjN8vHy9Us6NjQbb7SOtMoZkPe9kzKB-IU8RyaVzr96DA84GOIIB1gg1vGqeptp6ZE_vfC7kmCyXWf0WiS88OQff4JXy-cFo2Wdhnv4h4r3k-MxdjIk/s320/de49f9q-8fcfbf9d-93b8-495b-92ca-fc6c6e9032de.png" width="272" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Not using this image per se.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Prince Lotor Sticker Decal</h3><div>I got some very pretty silver glitter vinyl permanent sticker stuff to make a sticker out of the fallen prince of the stars, Lotor. 🤩 The plan is to stick the decal on glass then paint the back of the glass with some mirror chrome stars and dots then painted with my metallic sheen Obsidian acrylic paint. </div><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkEsVAMmjzp_HUP4rXtRvFJqGiBuEa6MruwJBFwZKeh7DdgOA6c1yBoXln2u16ooyqIqQFFTyzIwyTdpOuIC8aKHBugXuTcwE8nOUxI9qhiIsQ6qHYivcBbc2AC2BUGrEnrwdNDoyO3YjO3FqJqc2IPYaHofnF6wPag3lQzGFMruj65dequ2xJZbxU/s1024/IMG_2238.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="1024" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkEsVAMmjzp_HUP4rXtRvFJqGiBuEa6MruwJBFwZKeh7DdgOA6c1yBoXln2u16ooyqIqQFFTyzIwyTdpOuIC8aKHBugXuTcwE8nOUxI9qhiIsQ6qHYivcBbc2AC2BUGrEnrwdNDoyO3YjO3FqJqc2IPYaHofnF6wPag3lQzGFMruj65dequ2xJZbxU/s320/IMG_2238.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My handsome space drow</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Ruka and Baby Kyojuro Painted Scene</h3><div>So excited for this one but also the most intense. I'm printing a 3D stencil of these two to spray in the lineart in black. Then I will hand paint the scene in color. Then paint the background either in a Sea Glass or Chrome Mirror finish. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDPX0rh4oCbGuc-m6HpFFg5N-k1ovLaD-YokFPY8cmV3PWhyt-cxgnwHPEYHZJnDB_gOqBRvC66_N2E23SCb2trhxi-rwA6w7vGJLm1Wkmfm7hHloqCNVIvg-_d9_3q8kGSpBNmuioVZ8jodAAcOOElk4MxNXW0sSmhZyajAo9I69rxMGU9aTr3zsg/s535/2022-03-18_16-55-44.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="535" data-original-width="492" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDPX0rh4oCbGuc-m6HpFFg5N-k1ovLaD-YokFPY8cmV3PWhyt-cxgnwHPEYHZJnDB_gOqBRvC66_N2E23SCb2trhxi-rwA6w7vGJLm1Wkmfm7hHloqCNVIvg-_d9_3q8kGSpBNmuioVZ8jodAAcOOElk4MxNXW0sSmhZyajAo9I69rxMGU9aTr3zsg/s320/2022-03-18_16-55-44.png" width="294" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">So Freakin adorbs! 💕</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Tanjiro and Kyojuro Etch Lamp</h3><div>Found a cool stencil with these two that I intend to cut out of vinyl to make a stencil to then use some Glass Etching Cream. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG9AeAiJgMlkkTeih1TIV4DxObs-WtLjGFbmLqPNjtxmYUWEJHkaIttK2we9trHm0YirX-FBQBJU2i63SB5snuVVNUNVShYXh4A3k04W28qu8ZRNoWDVkr0X-g-bQgtg4FaqtWDwp1e020eRiRRYVyom3N81U1wp2y1YBjRFBTm5Axq-cIOejaGdeo/s2400/Tanjiro_disapproves.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG9AeAiJgMlkkTeih1TIV4DxObs-WtLjGFbmLqPNjtxmYUWEJHkaIttK2we9trHm0YirX-FBQBJU2i63SB5snuVVNUNVShYXh4A3k04W28qu8ZRNoWDVkr0X-g-bQgtg4FaqtWDwp1e020eRiRRYVyom3N81U1wp2y1YBjRFBTm5Axq-cIOejaGdeo/s320/Tanjiro_disapproves.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I'm sure it'll be fine...</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><div><br /><p><br /><br /></p><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h2><h2 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h2><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZvwD8b4ACVOTfgNnZFfHMJecRxYk6xCGyPBaT4gNcFVVXj58GKHBlfj5jsOWio7YGWHnA3DthMbCrBnhZ_4jeb_PkjbibfK3GrqQlezEbrMYDx7-RKhJsB_9TE7anoDwKMUB75iLJxp3GsPeUoUiq03-eDaYDEhb9Bv1JgHNDLHYCnQ7xT7D9zLhf/s561/umai.png" style="font-size: medium; font-weight: 400; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="509" data-original-width="561" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZvwD8b4ACVOTfgNnZFfHMJecRxYk6xCGyPBaT4gNcFVVXj58GKHBlfj5jsOWio7YGWHnA3DthMbCrBnhZ_4jeb_PkjbibfK3GrqQlezEbrMYDx7-RKhJsB_9TE7anoDwKMUB75iLJxp3GsPeUoUiq03-eDaYDEhb9Bv1JgHNDLHYCnQ7xT7D9zLhf/s320/umai.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It's only fatal when ingested...uh-oh...</td></tr></tbody></table><h3 style="text-align: left;">Deku in Frosted Glass</h3></div><div>Again, 3D printing a stencil and using Sea Glass Paint. Another somewhat no frills piece. Although I may use the etching cream if I like it better. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgboci3TiYl4qYc52Lsd14pWnSwfACW-5SzQILpZIRV4piSlRhnKthXXFC6uvqDlMQ6gHEW167_oBwP_yE3y-gEe-9-0aOeQax6s6NwWrsf2Tu0ECffLfx215qYxunePpZV6HINAJS90n5zgKHz9g4GMZoBorjkMB5ORbylsBUZ2077_f-ntNK4J03q/s533/deku.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="519" data-original-width="533" height="312" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgboci3TiYl4qYc52Lsd14pWnSwfACW-5SzQILpZIRV4piSlRhnKthXXFC6uvqDlMQ6gHEW167_oBwP_yE3y-gEe-9-0aOeQax6s6NwWrsf2Tu0ECffLfx215qYxunePpZV6HINAJS90n5zgKHz9g4GMZoBorjkMB5ORbylsBUZ2077_f-ntNK4J03q/s320/deku.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gloves on. Time for dirty work.</td></tr></tbody></table><h3>Costumed Bakugo Silver Decal </h3><div>Gawd I wish I could etch this image but alas...not right for it. Anyway, I have some metallic silver permanent vinyl to make this sticker out of. Just going to put it on the glass and call it done and have it as a lamp although, if necessary I may paint some kind of background in black. </div></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwUi-_y49-yh0nDA4tt9pD_RMgd7yVQV0IbuGJaGWhW42wtFoqbx-vpTc-btVqFddpZVArmfHAMN5k3v1xSC4w2F1_u0k_bJJcKRgZtBu9PWiVvRZiZqiLuNM_Kpp1S67INKekb3oikLvG9mRws9g9hpqsYsjUFFpqqd7quiFEZzzOtZ81q7afk1f4/s680/bakugo.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="478" data-original-width="680" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwUi-_y49-yh0nDA4tt9pD_RMgd7yVQV0IbuGJaGWhW42wtFoqbx-vpTc-btVqFddpZVArmfHAMN5k3v1xSC4w2F1_u0k_bJJcKRgZtBu9PWiVvRZiZqiLuNM_Kpp1S67INKekb3oikLvG9mRws9g9hpqsYsjUFFpqqd7quiFEZzzOtZ81q7afk1f4/s320/bakugo.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spider-verse Bakugo by<a href="http://www.karinafarek.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Karina Farek</a>.</td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Bakugo Lineart on Gold</h3>This one will be interesting because I'm doing it as a sort of "reverse" stencil...or inverse stencil I guess is more appropriate. Once printed, I'm painting over it with my metallic gold paint. So the lineart will be on clear glass when done. Then I'll paint the back black so black lineart on gold. Shine on that crazy diamond! <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXow-YGFxKpV0AFaBr3mad7g3n98RcJ4ZRDDHPkTOOJMlvOOLO4ZF6XanHE0cKw6hCym9FTAmDw8W9OQ6qqfAuPfvawOnXtGqT1LfdYq3ff-yBOBTTOwRjKVso8doR-alGXSY1Vx_Ky2zwx-HvuPxymZgivlqMbAUlUk1h06SuvU4wHlUJWosmERfW/s470/bakugo.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="470" data-original-width="400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXow-YGFxKpV0AFaBr3mad7g3n98RcJ4ZRDDHPkTOOJMlvOOLO4ZF6XanHE0cKw6hCym9FTAmDw8W9OQ6qqfAuPfvawOnXtGqT1LfdYq3ff-yBOBTTOwRjKVso8doR-alGXSY1Vx_Ky2zwx-HvuPxymZgivlqMbAUlUk1h06SuvU4wHlUJWosmERfW/s320/bakugo.png" width="272" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Not putting up with any BS.</td></tr></tbody></table><div><div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Research</h2><div>All these things are based on the videos I've seen of people trying the same thing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6OgNLKKodbQ" width="320" youtube-src-id="6OgNLKKodbQ"></iframe> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4XV9aHWMRFo" width="320" youtube-src-id="4XV9aHWMRFo"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xoji-oqLSCY" width="320" youtube-src-id="xoji-oqLSCY"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/L2mjFVSvmho" width="320" youtube-src-id="L2mjFVSvmho"></iframe></div></div><div><br /></div><p></p></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-85112453873357571612021-09-24T20:24:00.006-07:002022-07-22T16:33:39.148-07:00Your First Table Top RPG Game<p> Okay, you were invited to a night of table top gaming. Maybe you know the people well and maybe you don't but it's exciting to be included. The first time playing may be tricky and may even convince you never to play again! Here are a few things to do to help prevent you from totally losing your cool or having a bad time. (No guarantees though!)</p><p>Remember, the point is to have fun! </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">What's in Your Control 🎮</h2><div>In the game, there are elements that are not in your control. The outcome of dice rolls, how other people will behave, and the rules are unknowns. But the following things are under your command: <br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Your Character: Even if you are using a pre-made character or an assigned character, you control it. </li><li>Your morals: Your beliefs are yours. While you can play a character with different morals, you don't have to abandon all that your mama taught you. </li><li>Your safety: Your body is in your control. Have a backup plan or a contact if you're done and want to leave early. </li><li>Preparation: With the materials you have on hand, you have to do the reading. </li></ul></div><div><h2 style="text-align: left;">What to do Before the Session 🕒</h2><div>Hopefully, you have some time before the session to prepare. If you are looking to join a session, some of these things you'll want to do before you start looking for a group. </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Where and when you are playing:</li><li>Where is the story the set, character limitations, and the premise of the story</li><li>Who else is playing the game? (How many, general ages, and gender).</li><li>Where will you get a copy of the rules for making a character? Is the GM providing copies or do you need your own?</li><li>Ask about dice: if you need to bring your own or not (or how it will be handled virtually)</li><li>If in-person, ask about the food/snack situation. Are you expected to bring your own or any cash for food orders?</li></ul></div></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Making your First Character 🧙</h2><div>Honestly, the majority of rules are about how to build a character which makes this part tricky. </div><div>To make this a bit easier you can: </div><div><br /></div><div>- Use a Pre-made character</div><div>- Use a trope template</div><div>- Using a Random Character Generator</div><div>- Filling out a Character Sheet with an Online form</div><div>- Ask for help from GM or a fellow Player</div><h2 style="text-align: left;">What to Bring to the Session 👜</h2><div>- Your character sheet</div><div>- A copy of the rules or references</div><div>- Dice (if you need to bring your own)</div><div>- A snack or cash to donate toward any meals </div><div>- Paper and Pencil for notes (a notebook works well)</div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Expectations for the Session 😄</h2><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>First session is about introductions, let people know you're new (if they don't already know).</li><li> The GM gives the opening introduction to the setting and premise of the story and a "hook" to insert your characters into the action. </li><li>Each player, at some point, will give an introduction description of their character's visible traits, their class, and perhaps a bit of backstory. (Side Note: Sometimes the GM will introduce everyone. It tends to speed things along so don't feel bad if you didn't get to share backstory.) </li><li>In any given scene, the GM will either pick a player to go first or the player that speaks up first takes the first action. They will describe what they want to do in response to the scene. </li><li>The next player will jump in or the GM will select someone else to respond after a time. </li><li>This will progress until a conflict occurs or there's an action that has the probability to succeed or fail. The GM will ask the player(s) to roll a die. (If you're not sure which one to use, ask the GM to clarify or see what everyone else is using.)</li><li>Once the die is rolled, any rules about it are applied and the GM explains the result (or asks the player to describe how they either succeed or fail the action.) </li><li>These steps continue until the GM thinks the group has reached a good stopping point or their time is up. </li></ul></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Warning Signs 🚦🚧✋</h3><div>These are behaviors or things that can detract from the fun of the game. They're more of an annoyance than anything to really be concerned about but, it can give you insight about your fellow players or the person running the game. It's a Yellow light, because this is mostly because the people are inexperienced at running or playing the game. (or you know you're are just dealing with people in general.) If these things truly ruin your fun and annoy you, you can decide to leave if you run out of patience. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Rule Discussions/Arguing 💢</b>: While it is tedious, it is not uncommon. The rules are as complex as local laws sometimes and they are up for interpretation. If it happens once in a while, it's not too concerning. If it's the same two people arguing, there may be more going on than meets the eye. But if most of the session is spent in these kinds of arguments (and people are losing their tempers), you might start looking for another group. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Rule Changing 📚</b>: The GM can change the rules of the game or session. Sometimes it's to make things more interesting. Often it can be making up for an imbalanced game or in response to players exploiting a loophole making things harder for the GM. New GM's may introduce new rules at the beginning of a new session due to what happened in a previous session because they did not properly balance their game. (It's a tough skill to learn.) Again, this can be annoying but may just be a sign of a new GM. If it seems to be personalized against a certain player then it's likely you're dealing with an immature person. Not fun. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>GM delights in Traumatic Events (in-game) 😱</b>: It's not going to be all sunshine and rainbows...unless you are playing the MLP: Friendship is Magic game. Terrible things will happen to characters. Everyone has a comfort level for describing events of gore or terror. Feel free to ask the GM to tone down the description a bit...especially if you're eating. If it seems to be a constant theme of the GM's story to crush character's and player's spirits, then it may not be fun anymore and you can quit if you like. I will say some settings like Lovecraft or other Horror base settings won't have happy endings and end up tormenting characters all the time. But it's an expectation of the genre and setting so if that's not your bag, find out beforehand! Also if the GM refuses to tone things down, that turns from a yellow to a red flag. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>System Changes 💻</b>: If you are in a long campaign, sometimes a GM will decide that the system you're using is not the right fit for the story or characters and may suggest changing it at some point in the campaign. It's annoying to recreate your character and learn a new system, but the new system may actually be a better fit and easier to play. However, if it keeps changing every session, then it may be that the GM lacks focus. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Rude Fellow Players 😈</b>: Some fellow players want to hog the limelight and be the lead role. Some may be constantly on their phone and not paying attention when it's someone else's turn. Some might be impatient when others are slow or ask the same questions over and over. Some players might like to antagonize others either at the table or with their character's behavior. I promise this does not only annoy you. It's annoying to the whole table, especially a GM. Sometimes a GM has issues with asserting authority or controlling the group. It can be a personality issue or simply a young, immature person. </div><div><br /></div><div>-<b>GM plays their own character 👑</b>: So this is not always a bad thing, because it lets the GM be both narrator and a player. But it skews the balance of power and can easily take agency away from other players. A good GM will play temporary NPCs to help the players pass a tricky spot in the game or provide balance (again if they miscalculated something or someone in the party leaves/can't make it). </div><div><br /></div><div>-<b>GM "Railroads" the story 🚂</b>: What this means is that the GM has specific encounters in mind and instead of prompting or suggesting the party's next move, the GM just switches the scene and location to the place they wanted. For example, instead of giving the players the choice to enter a cave and explore, the GM fast-forwards to the Monster's Lair inside the cave and starts the fight. This is generally a young or new GM issue, but it's not always fun. </div><div><br /></div><div>-<b>Competitive Players/GM 💥</b>: Sometimes it's hard for someone to grasp that no one "wins" this game. But there are players that will try to "beat" the GM and there are also GMs who enjoy trying to kill the whole party. </div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Red Flags 🚩👎🚨</h2><div>These are things to watch out for because these can be quite serious. Since this is a social game that you can play with strangers, you need to know when to pack up your dice and go. It's not going to be fun anymore anyway. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Predatory Behavior</b>: I don't want to scare you away from playing all together, but you can find videos and posts online about "horror stories". Much of it, unfortunately, is because someone in the group is a predator. They will single out someone of interest within the group (or in the vicinity of the group) and try to establish a relationship with a young or seemingly defenseless person in the group. Don't give them your personal information. Tell someone you trust about the behavior or report it to the appropriate people.</div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Creepy Behavior</b>: This stuff should make everyone uncomfortable at the table. But because of the nature of these games that let people do whatever they fancy, sometimes they fancy doing awful things to the opposite sex. Even if the player's character is the opposite sex, they seem to put them in awful situations. You don't have to put up with that. It's not acceptable behavior. Some fantasies are best kept private...and even then should be treated. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Socially Maladjusted/Immature</b>: I feel this happens in groups regardless of the age of players. Not everyone matures at the same rate. And to be fair, some may legitimately struggle with social boundaries and expected behaviors. That makes this tricky because we want to be compassionate towards that person's struggle, but not just accept that behavior. Sometimes, we all can fall into this like throwing a temper tantrum because of a bad roll or the story not going the way we like or our character not impressing anyone. Time and experience and growth may heal these things, but you are not responsible for other people's inability to behave appropriately in public. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Harassment</b>: This means that a player either in-game or out of game is threatening your physical safety or causing you distress. Hopefully, you're in a group that won't tolerate such things but if they don't seem to have the courage to stand up to this person, get yourself out of there! This is supposed to be fun, don't let anyone deride you based on race, gender, sex, religion or who you are. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Rabid Fans</b>: Okay, so this is a mix of the immature, creepy behavior and harassment that are associated with a player or GM very enamored with the lore or characters in the game. They want to recreate their fanfiction in a roleplaying game. They don't want to hear a bad word about their beloved franchise or story world. Players don't get agency in this game so it's never fun. There's a difference between reading fanfiction and playing it. Readers expect to be dragged along for the ride. Players expect to sit in the driver's seat and drive wherever they want. </div><div><br /></div><div>I sincerely hope and pray that your first session does not include any Red Flags. </div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Encouragement 💪</h2><div>I hate to end on a bitter note. If you do your best and have a good group of people, it can be one of the most meaningful, fun experiences ever! But a LOT will rest on what your GM is like and that can be hard to predict. </div><div><br /></div><div>I found it helpful to watch YouTube videos of people playing the game. (Edited ones are nice because yeah, livestreams last for hours!) There are also several podcasts and communities around these games that can give you a primer before going to your first game. (I must note that nearly all of these are often for mature audiences as they are adults playing with other adults. So language, jokes and situations can get rather inappropriate for children.)</div><div><br /></div><div>I think the book Confessions of a Part-Time Sorceress: A girls guide to D&D is a pretty safe for work book. </div><div><br /></div><div>Otherwise, check out my post about <a href="https://modestystudio.blogspot.com/2021/09/my-first-table-top-role-play-game-ever.html">MY first game session</a> that will hopefully give you some idea of what it's like. I'll probably do a short video for it too. We'll see. </div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-38451594813397394252021-09-24T20:24:00.002-07:002021-09-24T20:24:21.689-07:00My First Table Top Role Play Game Ever<p>- For my first session, I was invited to a legit Table Top Game with my Ren Faire and Board Gaming friends. The GM and I were Catholic and everyone else was Christian. I had known these people for many years through Church and Ren Faire activities. The married couple in our group hosted our sessions in their home. </p><p>- The GM had been working on a modern fantasy novel series. He wanted to run a game with the premise, setting and characters from his novel.<br />At first, I was excited to create my own character set in this world but was surprised to find he had a cast of characters for us to pick from. I ended up picking a teenage girl who was rebelling against her Mormon parents. We were using the d20 Modern system. (The d20 system is the basis for D&D 3.5 edition. d20 modern translates the magic into modern superhero type systems.)</p><p>Here' were our first characters: </p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Jessica (My character) - a teenage girl --> Psychic </li><li>Kevin - a black, research professor --> Elemental martial artist</li><li>Mai - an Asian photographer --> Element Magic User</li><li>Mark - the scientist --> Technology magician</li></ul><p></p><p>- The setting was we were all going to go to the Hill Cumorah Pageant...which is a real thing! Mormonism did take an interesting role in the setting and story. So it was an alternative present day (2014) setting in the United States. Something supernatural would happen that made our normal human characters a bit more fantastical. </p><p>- I had my dice in hand, a finished character sheet which I was sure was full of errors. I had a frustrating time trying to fill out stat numbers and powers. I had my laptop connected to wifi to look at the references (this was 2014.) We started socializing while waiting for all the players to arrive and making healthy snacks. I also showed up in an outfit reflective of the character: </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPv_uoRY_0ZvuzU-HUcgX2TwPMV07J8hLb53h2l-JsUquN5kTgX5kLqHEzyqwAmZDhxyMAlfG6d1T0x9OsNEcSd9MS4I0iemr4LU0scs9D82OWz-wHEkp7vHkxOYOZApcqRIb4MbtKXM/s480/hairchalk.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="414" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPv_uoRY_0ZvuzU-HUcgX2TwPMV07J8hLb53h2l-JsUquN5kTgX5kLqHEzyqwAmZDhxyMAlfG6d1T0x9OsNEcSd9MS4I0iemr4LU0scs9D82OWz-wHEkp7vHkxOYOZApcqRIb4MbtKXM/s320/hairchalk.jpg" width="276" /></a></div><p>- Eventually, we were all called to the table so we could begin. The GM began by reading the prologue of events that he roleplayed with one of the players before our session started. Then he began describing the Hill Cumorah Pageant. Traffic was backed up because the President was attending with his family. (He was the first Mormon President in this story.) The GM then said where each of our active character were located. </p><p>- Mark was on the road with one of the GM's characters trying to get to the pageant. </p><p>- Kevin was mingling in the crowd and talking to people because he was doing research on race-relations within the Mormon Church. </p><p>- Mai was hired as a freelance photographer for the event. </p><p>- Jessica (me) was stuck in the backseat of her parents car on the way to the Pageant. </p><p>- Once everyone was in place, the GM turned to one of the players and asked what their character was doing. I should mention too that some of the group are patrons of the theater and pretty good with improv. Kevin was trying to talk to someone but got caught with a flask of alcohol and got into an argument with security. <br />Mai was talking with one of the coordinators and setting up to get some shots of the crowds coming in and the stage where the President would give a speech. <br />Then it was MY turn. The GM asked what my character was doing. After listening to my fellow players I was thinking "this is just like the MUCKs and Forum RP I did. Story stuff! I can do this!"<br /></p><p>"She's sulking in the backseat of the car trying to text her friend."<br />The cell phone service is spotty. Her parents try to talk to her. <br />The GM took the role of her parents and I would respond like a petulant teenager. It was a little awkward to say things out loud and not really have much time to think about what to say. I did start to panic a bit. I was kind of hoping for a menu of responses to come up in my brain so I could select an option! </p><p>Finally, the GM shifted focus to another character, then came the big event, the President's speech. As the President gave a speech, something awful happened. Mindless soldier creatures suddenly appeared in droves and started to open fire on the crowds. PANIC ensues. </p><p>The GM had us all in different spots so each player got individual scenarios to respond to. Kevin dodged around to find an exit. Mai leapt a fence to get to her car. Mark was finally driving in with the GM character. My character was still stuck in traffic with her parents in the car. </p><p>I will say I have a very active imagination and listening to the situations of the other characters seemed pretty grave. But they had adult characters and they could run and dodge. My character had no place to run and the scenario the GM had for poor Jessica still haunts me as it's so very reminiscent of a school shooting. </p><p>The masked terrorists were on the road looking into each car and firing point blank at the people in the car. People who tried to leave their cars also got mowed down. The figures got close Jessica's car and as a player I'm scouring my character sheet for ANY talents she may have to save herself. Without the fantasy powers she had all the abilities of a teenaged Wiccan-wannabe (which was part of her character. She was an online practioner.) I had a lot of skill in charisma but I really didn't have much of an idea what that meant. My mind was racing as I legit starting to emotionally shut down. There was no way in my mind my character COULD survive. The GM had given me an impossible situation. I figured, wow...she's going to die now. I spent all that time trying to learn the rules for NOTHING. </p><p>The terrorists shot her parents from a distance through the windshield. Even more panic flooded my system. So, I looked to my fellow players for a bit of guidance. A fellow player suggested I try "disguise" or use deception. So, I had my character play dead. The terrorists looked into the car. Jessica was covered in her parents blood so she just tried to keep still. I had to roll dice and boy did my heart just drop. What if I roll poorly? Would they shoot her? What's preventing them from shooting anyway? Make sure that corpse is a corpse and shoot it. <br />Thankfully, I passed the check and the terrorists moved on. But now she had to escape. </p><p>Panicked and sobbing, Jessica leaves the car and runs toward the pageant to find more people and meet with the rest of the group. </p><p>Eventually, all our characters ended up pretty close together. We followed the President and his family into a bunker, then our big bad villain showed up with the Golden Tablets with her lackey and kills the sun. This event awakens powers in my character and Mai. Now this is a SUPER boss character and we're all level 1 noobs. This is a fallen goddess and she sends her lackey to attack. We have a combat encounter. This I feel a bit better about because this is video game violence and I have super powers. But like any overconfident teen, Jessica attempts to attack the goddess. The GM asks if I'm sure. I said, "Yeah, it would be in-character. Jessica just got powers and thinks she can do something. She doesn't know this is impossible." (And it's true, I knew as a player it's a dumb move, but for the story it would be good.)</p><p>And wouldn't you know it, I rolled HIGH. And with the bonuses, I actually got a HIT and HURT the goddess a tiny bit. At this point, my character is the focus of ire. BUT in a sort of Deus ex Machina move, another of the GM's character swoops in and provides us an exit. After all the stress, it was a welcomed literary trope and our characters started heading toward a safe house. Oh and we captured the goddess's lackey. And that ended our first session. </p><p>Needless to say it was invigorating! It was FAR more intense than any online forum game because I had little time to think. Even chat based RP was slower than this. I was uncomfortable with the improv conversations and even more disturbed by the plight of my poor teenaged character. She wasn't my original character but by golly I was protective of her! </p><p>Despite some of the disturbing elements, I had a good time and was eager to find out where the story would go next! </p><p>This campaign would take many twists and turns, change rulesets, change characters. But that's for another time.</p>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-75983705542578407052021-09-17T14:53:00.005-07:002021-09-20T14:41:37.650-07:00Modesty's List of Table Top Role Playing Games<p> These are games I have played or observed others playing to give context. (This post is a Work in progress, I will likely come back to correct things.</p><p><b>Genre</b> - borrowing from movie and book categories to give you a shorthand sense of what the tropes, characters, and stories are like. (i.e. Western, High Fantasy, Space Opera, etc)</p><p><b>Setting</b> - A bit more specific than genre, it will include specific things like time period, location, character types, and world premise. </p><p><b>Dice Type </b>- a quick description of what kind of dice and how many might be needed for playing a game. Some systems may have special dice specific to that game while some may have alternatives. </p><p><b>Difficulty</b> - this is from a brand new player perspective but this incorporates how complicated the rules can get as well as how in-depth the lore might be. </p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Easy - rules are intuitive and there's only low-level world building</li><li>Average - you can skim rules and kind of learn as you go, the lore is based on tropes </li><li>Hard - you have to check the rules often. The lore is specific and closely tied to the rules, there's heavy reading involved</li><li>Insane - you might need an advanced degree to understand the rule nuance or several years to get through all the lore. </li></ul><p></p><p><b>Age Appropriate</b> - the intended age range with both difficulty and content in mind. (I borrow from the video game rating system and movie system as shorthand.)</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>E10 - This is my lowest rating because rules make these games a bit inaccessible to very young children so that's why it's not E for Everyone.</li><li>PG-13/Teen - Average difficulty, content may contain surface level mature content but nothing explicit</li><li>R/Young Adult - High difficulty or the world-building includes mature content </li><li>Adult Only - Insanely difficult or very mature content</li></ul><div><b>Mature Content</b> - a summary of the type of mature content or sensitive topics the lore/rulebook contains.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Other Versions</b> - some rule systems get updated every few years or just have alternate settings. I'll mention them here. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>My Experience</b> - an anecdote about what I think of the system, the games I've played or watched, or how I came to know of the game's existence. </div><p></p><p><span style="background-color: #fcff01;"><b>NOTE</b>: I want to mention here again that even though I may rate a system to have no explicit or mature content that's not to say that someone can't insert mature content into their story. When looking at systems you also want to consider WHO is playing in addition to what they are playing. </span></p><span><a name='more'></a></span><p><br /></p><p><b>FATE - (my personal favorite)<br /></b></p><p>Genre: None</p><p>Setting: None. This is an open-ended system. You can find settings or scenarios.</p><p>Dice Needed: 6 six-sided dice. There are "official dice" that have a +, -, and blank side but you can use regular six-sided dice.</p><p>Difficulty: Story heavy instead of rule-heavy, so fairly accessible but may challenge creative thinking.</p><p>Age-appropriate: E-10</p><p>Mature Content: Official guide scenarios may vary when it comes to mature content. </p><p>Other Versions: Fate Accelerated</p><p>My Experience: I've played a couple games with this system and boy do I love how creative it lets me be with my characters. It really lends itself to story-based characters which can make the rules a bit loosey-goosey. But I've always had a good time. </p><p><b>AGE (Adventure Game Engine)</b></p><p>Genre: Fantasy/Space Fantasy/High Fantasy<br /><br />Setting: It can be an open system but officially they have three settings: High Fantasy, Futuristic, and the video game franchise Dragon Age which is also high fantasy.</p><p>Dice Needed: 3 six-sided dice. It helps if one is a different color. </p><p>Difficulty: Average. The character sheet is a bit long but dice rolling rules are easier to grasp. There is a gameplay video of the game designer playing with some actors. </p><p>Age Appropriate: Looking at a PG-13 or slightly R rating using movie terms. </p><p>Mature Content: Racism, Slavery, Violence, Dragon Age has "demons" but they are reduced to intelligent monsters associated with a deadly sin, Immodest attire (referring to some of the illustrations)</p><p>Other versions: Dragon AGE, Blue Rose AGE, Future AGE</p><p>My experience: I own the GM guide and player guide for the Dragon AGE version, made some character sheets, watched the gameplay videos, got the special dice. I have the map pinned to my wall. But it's mostly because I'm a huge fan of Dragon Age. I have not played with anyone but I really want to. </p><p><b>Vampire the Masquerade</b></p><p>Genre: Mafia Horror<br /><br />Setting: 1990's United States (Modern day) with clans of vampires competing for power in the city. </p><p>Dice Needed: 10 six-sided die </p><p>Difficulty: Insane. The lore is tied into the ruleset so you'll be reading quite a bit. And the lore is crazy long. The character sheet must be made with the GM around. Dice rolling rules are a bit confusing to me.</p><p>Age Appropriate: Adult Only. (Both because of content and difficulty)</p><p>Mature Content: Violence, Abuse, Demonic entities, Religion, Drugs, Alcohol, Adultery, Promiscuity, and criminal activity. </p><p>Versions: Multiple editions</p><p>My Experience: I played the video game version. We started a virtual game of it with my usual group near the beginning of quarantine 2020. It took us hours upon hours to create characters. Unfortunately, we never started due to a player not wanting to do things virtually and the GM losing his job. </p><p><b>Shadowrun<br /></b><br />Genre: Punk, Urban Dystopia</p><p>Setting: A dystopian, cyberpunk future city with corporations acting like gang bosses. Still utilizes the classic high fantasy races like Trolls, Elves, Dwarves, and humans. </p><p>Dice Needed: d20</p><p>Difficulty: Average - Hard. If you are familiar with other d20 systems the dice rules and basics of characters make sense. You may spend a lot of time getting into the lore and figuring out the unique features. </p><p>Age Appropriate: PG-13 to R. </p><p>Mature Content: Promoting Crime, drug and alcohol abuse, political corruption, promiscuity, classism, prostitution</p><p>My experience: We were able to complete a "run" or big mission, we started but never finished our 2nd mission. I had fun with it. </p><p><b>Numinera </b></p><p>Genre: Sci-fi Fantasy/Space Fantasy</p><p>Setting: An alien planet with sparse civilization. Somewhat dystopian. Unique Races.<br /></p><p>Dice Needed: d20</p><p>Difficulty: Average - Hard - It shares similarities to other d20 character sheets, but the lore is very unique to this system. </p><p>Age Appropriate: PG-13 </p><p>Mature Content: Violent, harsh/unforgiving environment</p><p>My experience: I think because we had been switching systems so often I was getting burnt out but I really did not like the setting for this one. I like my elves and dwarves, please. </p><p><b>Fiasco</b></p><p>Genre: Fits under the classic definition of Film Noir. </p><p>Setting: Varied. Writers submit scenarios but they all are supposed to end pretty tragically. </p><p>Dice Needed: Several six-sided dice of red and white. </p><p>Difficulty: Average - High. Improv skills and storytelling skills REALLY help. You do "act out" scenes. The dice are not for rolling. The rules aren't really difficult but even verbally acting out a scene or improv is challenging. </p><p>Age Appropriate: Young Adult/R (acting and improv is a difficult skill...or maybe that's just me.)</p><p>Mature Content: Varied. Depends on the scenario but nearly all the games I've seen included violence, abuse, drugs, promiscuity, crude humor, alcohol abuse</p><p>My experience: I was once asked in a job interview if I had played because the office workers played it. I had seen people on YouTube play it and was interested but they ended up not hiring me. </p><p><b>My Little Pony</b></p><p><b>Genre: </b>Cartoon Fantasy</p><p>Setting: In the franchised world of My Little Pony: Friendship is magic. It's set in the magical land of Equestria and you get to make your own pony character. </p><p>Dice needed: six-sided dice</p><p>Difficulty: Easy - Average. This is aimed at a younger audience so the character sheet is short and the rules minimal/easy to understand. For the lore, you can watch the TV show. But the book also is rather short. </p><p>Age Appropriate: E10</p><p>Mature Content: None, it's meant for children. There may be "scary situations" or "monsters". </p><p>My experience: Another one of the systems I own but have not played. There's not a lot of people who want to play it with me for some reason. :P One day I'll have children. </p><p><b>StarWars Edge of Empire</b></p><p>Genre: Space Fantasy/Sci-fi fantasy<br /><br />Setting: Franchised world of Star Wars. Several alien characters, space ships, and laser sword weapons. </p><p>Dice needed: Specialize multi-sided die</p><p>Difficulty: Average - Hard: The dice rolling system is unique compared to other systems and the interpretation of results reminds me of tossing runes. The lore can get in-depth, but familiarity with the films can get you by. </p><p>Age Appropriate: PG-13</p><p>Mature Content: Some crude humor, violence, drugs and alcohol, </p><p><br /></p><p><b>Call of Cthulu</b></p><p>Genre: Horror/Noir<br /><br />Setting: The story world of H.P. Lovecraft is set in 1920s New England with Elder Gods and madness.</p><p>Dice needed - d100 die</p><p>Difficulty: Average - Hard: resolving dice rolls and those rules seemed pretty intuitive, the character sheet is a bit intimidating, the lore can be pretty intricate and it helps to know about the time period and location. </p><p>Age Appropriate: R </p><p>Mature Content: Mafia Crime, Prohibition, Madness/Insanity, Racism, Cults, Evil usually wins, Promiscuity, Elder Gods</p><p>My Experience: So, for the system, I've only watched others play but I've been through a few Lovecraftian-inspired games. It's really not my favorite genre. It really emphasizes hopelessness, the futility of mortals, and really does not address faith well. It really did a number on my depression. That said, you kind of got to go into a CoC game expecting to "lose" or die in the end. </p><p><b>D20 SRD<br /></b></p><p>Genre: Open System. There's high fantasy and modern-day fantasy officially.</p><p>Setting: This is an open system so there's no specific setting. </p><p>Dice Needed: D20 set</p><p>Difficulty: Average - Hard. You need to reference a lot of things but the rulebooks are open source and available for free online. There is still a touch of lore-based around magic spells and character types.</p><p>Age Appropriate: Teen - just because the rules are complicated </p><p>Mature Content: There are a few references to demons and devils, but nothing explicit</p><p>My Experience: This was the first system I was exposed to. We played a d20 modern game. It was very difficult for me to understand the system and build that first character. The rules were not organized in the way that I expected. Because so much of the lore and rules have to be decided by the person running the game (GM) it's harder to understand. In my case, the GM told us the classes we could use and some excerpts from Mormonism for Dummies since that was going to be a big theme in our game. </p><p><b>Dungeons & Dragons <br /></b></p><p>Genre: High Fantasy</p><p>Setting: The fantasy world of Farun has expanded over the years to incorporate many cultures, races, and magic. You will find your staple Lord of the Rings-inspired elves, orcs, halflings, and dwarves. But it has expanded over time to include anthropomorphic animals and other mythical creatures. </p><p>Dice: d20 set</p><p>Difficulty: Average to Hard - the system has a long history, many versions, and the rules are long and the lore gets longer all the time. </p><p>Age Appropriate: PG-13 maybe R</p><p>Mature Content: Violence, Racism, Slavery, Alcohol/Drug, Abuse, Immodest Attire (illustrations), Biblical Names of Demons, Criminal Activity, Promiscuity. </p><p>Other Versions: 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0</p><p>My Experience: I've always considered D&D to be a baseline for other systems even if it was not the first system I ever used. I had a cultural awareness of the different creatures and class systems, how to play, and the moral panic of the 80s and 90s. The games I did play were all PG (although our conversations and jokes around the table were not). I started playing with the 5th Edition of D&D, which is more accessible than previous editions. Although 3.5 is also very popular. </p>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-3504647818023640132021-09-15T22:54:00.007-07:002021-09-20T14:52:31.092-07:00Introducing Table Top RPG games (like Dungeons & Dragons) to Non-Players<p>The purpose of this is to be a reference for introducing people who have maybe heard about D&D or Table Top Role Play Games (TTRPG) but just don't know much else about it. It can be a very intimidating world to get into. But I hope to clarify what these games are like, clear up some misconceptions, and a few resources to get you started. I also feel like this is helpful to adults responsible for children to get an idea what the real concerns about appropriateness for certain age groups. <br /><br />(Side note: I'm working on a TTRPG-like game that can be scaled in difficulty for different age groups.)</p><h2 style="text-align: left;">What is a Table Top Role Playing Game? 🧝</h2><p>In a nutshell, Table Top Role Playing Games (TTRPG) are a collaborative story telling game that put rules and limitations around the setting, characters, and actions the players can make. </p><p>The most apt analogy I have is it's like an improvised play.</p><p>One person is like the play's busy-body director who is also responsible for the backgrounds, the sound system, the prompter, and some of the extra background characters. This person is often referred to as the Game Master or "GM". (The title Dungeon Master or "DM" is specific to D&D, "GM" is the generic term.) The other people playing the game are the play's actors. </p><p>These actors only have the premise and theme of the play so they can create an appropriate character for their role. The director has the full script of prompts and will narrate the scenes for the actors. The actors must improvise how they react to the scene described by the director. </p><p><b>The Role of Dice 🎲</b></p><p>The purpose of rolling dice is to add some unpredictable elements to any given action that may have a chance of success or failure. For example, making a basket from the 3-point line or shooting an arrow at a stationary target. However, it's not just pure luck. Characters are specialized based on the role they play so they can have weighted rolls for actions that relate to their specialty. If the character is a professional basketball player, they will have some advantage to their dice roll to see if they make the basket. </p><p>Every game system will have their own way of handling dice rolls but on the surface level, all systems basically have the concept of skewing dice rolls</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">A Typical Game Night 🌛</h3><p>Group of friends or acquaintances gathered around a table. You'll likely have snacks and drinks on hand because you're going to be here for awhile. For me, our game nights started at 4 pm and ended around 7 pm or 8 pm. (We'd break for dinner.) Much of the time is spent getting set up, settled in, recapping what happened last time, getting sidetracked by a random thought, some heated discussion about rules, someone getting distracted by their phone, stopping to eat, waiting for someone to get out of the rest room, and maybe make it through two or three steps in the game story (or at least it felt like we only made a tiny bit of progress). </p><p>When people meet to play we call it a "session". For long sessions, we will agree to meet regularly to continue the story. This makes the story a bit episodic. On a rare occasion, there are "one-shot sessions". These are very simple stories that could lead to future sessions but can be closed after you're done. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Clearing up Misconceptions😵</h2><p><b>D&D isn't the only game out there. 🐉<br /></b>It's so infamous that it's become like the Kleenex of Table Top Games. There are so many different settings and rulesets out there it will make your head spin! Many of them are in the high fantasy setting with elves, orcs, dragons, and dungeons to explore. However, there are modern-day settings, Old West, Noir, Horror, Superheroes, Sci-Fi, Cyberpunk, and some that don't come with any preconceived setting. Many franchises will see a tabletop game, such as Star Wars, Dragon Age, My Little Pony, and Avatar the Last Air Bender. (You'll note that some of these franchises are child-friendly. These ones may have easier-to-understand rules, but that's a big maybe.) </p><p><b>You don't have to dress up and act like a character. 👗<br /></b> I know I used a theater skit as an example but in reality, most normal games are between normal people who can't do voices. Any TV shows, movies, or online videos are PRODUCTIONS. These folks are entertainers and actors putting on a good show. Now, some players like to have a little bit of a costume or maybe wear the same thing every time they play (don't judge!). But it's not a requirement and likely no one else at the table will be in costume. </p><p><b>The games are not associated with a cult, Satanism, or witchcraft. 👿<br /></b>Now, I will say that some game world settings may include cults, devils, demons, angels, or witches. D&D does borrow haphazardly from many sources including the Bible which can feel a bit belittling or offensive. If you are a person who holds Judeo-Christian values dearly and want to be selective about your media consumption, then there are some table top games you may not want to play. However, there are a wide variety of settings or game systems without a particular setting assigned to it. So, you can still enjoy playing and controlling your content. Basically, the system itself is neutral, the setting and lore for the game world really set the standard on what to expect. </p><p>I have made a short<a href="https://modestystudio.blogspot.com/2021/09/modestys-list-of-table-top-role-playing.html"> list of game systems</a> that can be considered alternatives for D&D or High Fantasy games.</p><p><b>Players become manically attached to their characters. 👥<br /></b>This is only partly true. Players do get attached or care about their character. Partly, because it takes a long time to make a character sheet and if you play for a long time you can consider it "work hours" that you've put into the character. If something detrimental happens or the character dies and is out of the game, then even if you are a mature adult, you can feel upset about it. However, since this is a type of game that's not unlike an arcade video game or an old Nintendo game from the 90s, there's no save point. After you're out of quarters and you run out of continues, you have to start over. (That controller is so busted! I don't care how old and calm you are!) For people who are sensitive, creative, and feel attachment to the character, they may need to play a more forgiving system or learn how to cope better. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Cool Things about TTRPG😎</h2><div>Hopefully, I've cleared misconceptions and given a better grasp on what these games are like, I wanted to spend time saying what the benefits or "pros" are for Table Top RPGs. </div><div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Creative outlet - okay...it is playing pretend but making it seem more grown up. 👸</li><li>Cooperative Gameplay (not competing with each other...usually.) 👪</li><li>Problem Solving 🔍</li><li>Social Skills - learning to argue, stand up for yourself, empathy, teamwork 👐</li><li>The GM (Director) learns how to manage people and projects 👑</li><li>Having an eye for detail 👀</li><li>Keeping Track of data 📈</li><li>Improvisation Practice 👺</li><li>Fun Memories to Share 🥳</li><li>Encourages you to practice patience...okay usually it's people testing your patience. 💀</li></ol><h2 style="text-align: left;">Not so Great Things about TTRPG😖</h2></div><div>Of course there are cons to consider when getting involved with TTRPG. </div><div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>It's complicated. Most rulesets come with textbook size rulebooks. 😭</li><li>Requires a genuine interest in the setting to really be fun (or serious devotion to your significant other.)😩</li><li>Requires a high level of reading comprehension, spatial awareness, math skills, and visualization. 📚</li><li>Building a character can be confusing or frustrating if you don't think you're creative. 😕 </li><li>Social Pressure to play the game well even if you're new 😬</li><li>Public Games or Online games are home to many unpleasant individuals and possibly predators. 😱 </li><li>There is a reputation of misogyny especially at conventions, game stores, or online games. So, it can be a challenge for a female player to find a group of people she can feel at ease with. 😡</li><li>Many settings have themes of violence, abuse, racism, and other unpleasant subject matters that may make some players feel uncomfortable. 😰</li></ol><h2 style="text-align: left;">Final Bits of Advice 💭</h2></div><div>I know the list of not so great things can seem scary, but being aware of these situations can help you get in front of them. Play with people you know when you are starting out or a minor. Because what can make TTRPG not a fun, creative romp are the people you play with, not the system you play with. (Although, the system can contribute to the overall fun as well.) </div><div><br /></div><div>Concerned adults or parents should look into the system and game setting before determining if it is appropriate for their children. <span style="background-color: #fcff01;">But I think what's most important is to watch for the people they play with and where they play.</span><span style="background-color: white;"> Because even if a group is playing the My Little Pony System (it exists), it would not be appropriate for a 12 year old girl to play with a group of 20-something men. The system provides a template but the players and the person running the game dictate the content. </span></div><div><br /></div><div>I created a <a href="https://modestystudio.blogspot.com/2021/09/modestys-list-of-table-top-role-playing.html">list of game systems I know about or have played</a> to give you a quick reference about the games intended audience, the setting/genre, the type mature content, learning curve/accessibility, and the type of dice you need. </div><div><br /></div><div>I will also make a quick guide or suggestions on how to prepare for playing your first game. </div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-28520441419894386422021-08-24T14:17:00.004-07:002021-08-24T14:17:24.409-07:00Back into BJD? <p> Never know where these little inspirations come from but I had the sudden urge to 3D print some ball-jointed dolls to turn into my characters. I have resin BJD of some of my characters from My Shining Knight. Unfortunately, none of them really have proper clothes. They're all dressed but not in the costumes I hoped to make. I have a few other dolls too that I was modifying but never finished. I could now but the ship has sailed so to speak. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglBeAiZFqZGC4r2DmZbbdIlLToCFTw5DxJoANM9LQg3TRcCraxF8XtE7naKiEJ1Z2KF5mVQp7dRQ5eTev7Rdx_99GxQxR8JxzdWXXEyvOK6KSVTIcyK7qs8aYuIUUYx2AJ2FYhoyNP-7o/s640/fillybox012.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglBeAiZFqZGC4r2DmZbbdIlLToCFTw5DxJoANM9LQg3TRcCraxF8XtE7naKiEJ1Z2KF5mVQp7dRQ5eTev7Rdx_99GxQxR8JxzdWXXEyvOK6KSVTIcyK7qs8aYuIUUYx2AJ2FYhoyNP-7o/s320/fillybox012.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p>But I have a<a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/modestystudio/collections/dolls" target="_blank"> collection on Thingiverse full of doll related print files</a>. So I've been having fun scouring for 3D models, combining a few things so I can make the characters from my visual novel. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">The Allure</h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiPAHtmk2YgslIDT2Qx3m5sp5sWLYIonVry3giH3Xi_dLJk004YYXEANLcvabUsdESWYpPMJuzIXZekOFCxrkvsa2RXK9ZGaY9o5NUbM9F7-2OIK3LxI1VHSaHbMO3MU4870znIAGndfk/s640/Charlie020.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiPAHtmk2YgslIDT2Qx3m5sp5sWLYIonVry3giH3Xi_dLJk004YYXEANLcvabUsdESWYpPMJuzIXZekOFCxrkvsa2RXK9ZGaY9o5NUbM9F7-2OIK3LxI1VHSaHbMO3MU4870znIAGndfk/s320/Charlie020.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>I like the look of these dolls, although they also have a haunting quality to them that fashion dolls (like Monster High or Barbie) don't have. They're definitely more anime in appearance which works for a lot of my characters. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRu2t9RBlV7bnEDtbN0JdVLURNe5FsFk2EvVCtcRYO36ueAec2_9udU1BmOIQtJVHtN9Ah19goBDcl7DcXZhMZPSR8T1ZgFHEm8sQ5B-mSbA_PF6HHy8bw80Ze_VLqqPkyq1oAhVL6M0k/s640/TuxLux034.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRu2t9RBlV7bnEDtbN0JdVLURNe5FsFk2EvVCtcRYO36ueAec2_9udU1BmOIQtJVHtN9Ah19goBDcl7DcXZhMZPSR8T1ZgFHEm8sQ5B-mSbA_PF6HHy8bw80Ze_VLqqPkyq1oAhVL6M0k/s320/TuxLux034.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>When I was collecting, I would purchase from companies with the lower-priced dolls. However, even these would range from $200 to $800 to $1,000. I would then take my investment and start modding the ever-loving crap out of them to create more fantastical creatures. Now as you see with the centaur, they do make fantastical creature dolls, but these are significantly out of my price range. We're talking well over $1,000. Not only that they almost always must ship from Asia. The high-quality dolls come from Japan and Korea. China produces them at a somewhat lower price which to a grown-up me is a bit suspect. But the look of them is just as pretty. Most of my dolls are Chinese made with only a couple of them from Korea. <div><h2 style="text-align: left;">The Drawbacks</h2><div>Price is a big drawback of course which is why I never got fully into BJD dolls. All my dolls need clothes and I've had them for years now. And sadly, they've been stored away in boxes for half a decade. I just don't have a place to display them. And since they don't have nice clothes, I don't take pictures. of them. The only one I still have on display is my centaur, Charlie.</div><div><br /></div><div>Not only are clothes expensive to buy, but the dolls need wigs and eyes to make it look like my characters. And if you're like me and get the doll with a blank face, you need to paint the facial features on. (It's called giving a 'face-up'). </div><div><br /></div><div>BJD are also fragile in a sense. They're a bit more durable than porcelain dolls since most are made of resin. But resin fades over time (I can't tell much) and the quality of resin varies between dolls makers. </div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">DIY Mindset</h2><div>Personally, I have a do-it-myself kind of mindset. Whether or not I have the skill or patience is another story, but I try to figure out a way. Even while I was collecting dolls, it was obvious to me that no company was going to fully realize my characters in the way I saw them. I did look into different methods of doll making. I started the planning process for a few but my limited experience with molding and casting left me with unfortunate results. To the point where I knew I could not afford to continue learning. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now, while working on my Prince Lotor cosplay, I started getting into animal art dolls. I've always been better at drawing animals and found that sculpting animals was also something I could do. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk9uyqSzySfF_g0EAm-mo6F6vmsAvIoeaO4g-v9HKmr0hWKW3pvw17qkidfuq77Jhe4WYGg1B4m6M-a8N24yJgWRQmyv9sBh07DfwPp-Ptt3O8CgpUzF0G8i3eaIRWlUOiYm97tiDFRg8/s2048/IMG_2279.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk9uyqSzySfF_g0EAm-mo6F6vmsAvIoeaO4g-v9HKmr0hWKW3pvw17qkidfuq77Jhe4WYGg1B4m6M-a8N24yJgWRQmyv9sBh07DfwPp-Ptt3O8CgpUzF0G8i3eaIRWlUOiYm97tiDFRg8/s320/IMG_2279.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hi Kova!</td></tr></tbody></table>It gave me confidence that I could learn to sculpt with clay and eventually make a human figure. I took an online master course for creating a BJD with lots of videos and step-by-step instructions. (Honestly, I need to revisit it.) With it, I was able to come up with plans and use my old sprites as blueprints. </div><div><br /></div><div>I've also looked into making wigs with mohair, yarn, and faux fur. Now that I can crochet and have made yarn tails, I feel more confident in this. Clothes I can do, I've found some free patterns. Shoes...might be a challenge. </div><div><h2 style="text-align: left;">3D Printed Dolls</h2><div>So, sculpting is messy and it's not my strong suit. My art doll project has been on the back burner for years. I have my armature sitting on the mantle waiting for me to sculpt a head and feet. These 3D models are pretty nice and fairly diverse so I can prototype things quickly. Exactly what 3D printing is good at!</div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Issues</h3><div>3D printed BJD do come with plenty of issues. On the plus side, the materials are pretty affordable. But even if you print with a resin printer, you get the layer lines. And if you're like me printing with PLA you're really going to have a hard time smoothing out those layer lines. Resin and ABS have some nice smoothing methods that won't cost a lot of detail, but my choices for PLA are sanding, filling the layers with filler, then sanding more. If I print with the color I want then I have no choice but to cover with clear resin to smooth things out. </div><div><br /></div><div>But other than that, with a bit of Blender knowledge and Cura slicer, I can add animal parts directly to the models, adjust the size of the waistlines, and tweak eye shapes. </div><div><br /></div><div>So I'm tweaking and printing dolls for my characters <a href="https://trouble-brewing.fandom.com/wiki/Goro" target="_blank">Goro</a> and <a href="https://trouble-brewing.fandom.com/wiki/Jiro" target="_blank">Jiro</a>. As well as some minor characters Cherry, Lotara, and Pearl. I've got some backburner characters but these are the ones I'm troubleshooting the process with. </div><div><br /></div><div>Images will come soon. </div></div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-9666169496938594112021-06-24T17:46:00.001-07:002021-06-24T17:46:17.509-07:00New Blog! Modesty's Costume Closet<p> So something I worked on a couple years ago was a series of scripts to make YouTube videos. But then I remembered how much I hate editing videos. Instead, I decided to convert the scripts into Blog Posts. Perhaps not as dynamic, but at least the information is getting out there and I can brain-dump some creative ideas I had. </p><p>In this blog I intend to post costume design tips, process journals, introductions to different materials and more. I'm going to try to create more in-depth posts about some of the costumes featured on this blog! </p><p>Check it out at:<a href="https://modestycostumes.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"> https://modestycostumes.blogspot.com</a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD8k5OHimv4uWi1-pa0nFj2wWhYcgoPlPw0G2Esm4ljBij0EwRUyjydjsycMmBEB9lvGzw-s5tESSzc9R_FBDl6M-WvzmhMZe4Xpj8UhHGsuwadMhMAD47OOcnkBX3d-8f5Jv3f7V2mBA/s1173/sassy-hair-zelda.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1173" data-original-width="798" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD8k5OHimv4uWi1-pa0nFj2wWhYcgoPlPw0G2Esm4ljBij0EwRUyjydjsycMmBEB9lvGzw-s5tESSzc9R_FBDl6M-WvzmhMZe4Xpj8UhHGsuwadMhMAD47OOcnkBX3d-8f5Jv3f7V2mBA/s320/sassy-hair-zelda.png" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-3731194433667135132021-06-08T11:15:00.004-07:002021-06-08T11:15:23.910-07:00Visual Novel Production! Costume Stuff! Future plans!<p> I am chipping away at my visual novel, Trouble Brewing. That's been my main focus the past couple months. </p><p>Oh and mermaiding. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkKa5JAgHUj4NILcLvViMZ-A-uD8AyMn1q_ahq85nBVBKjZk5fexK7JzEAHEs8zj9ntF3IqUD3QbxRqVY4D0RqhndKPMbcrWoiznU17VuPu1nbHIxSQNlci3pB-JZ_fYX6IMmgmngN0SQ/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1280" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkKa5JAgHUj4NILcLvViMZ-A-uD8AyMn1q_ahq85nBVBKjZk5fexK7JzEAHEs8zj9ntF3IqUD3QbxRqVY4D0RqhndKPMbcrWoiznU17VuPu1nbHIxSQNlci3pB-JZ_fYX6IMmgmngN0SQ/w320-h240/IMG_3358.JPG" title="Couch Surfing! LOL" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm couch surfing...lol. Not really. I've used the tail at the pool. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have finished 3D printing and gluing together the chest piece for the Armorer: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Yi1juT2WO3eZTTCYjmfrnCv2_nVmwPjVwYzWAah3ZGQhEJ6S5RohovsL7FxuGW9LLuHx4QhtQ1iXjX26nOwH2VzXdstode1dwwsqO9GA9-jJFxzzahR5aikyy45VJQ9YGuly24jrNIA/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Yi1juT2WO3eZTTCYjmfrnCv2_nVmwPjVwYzWAah3ZGQhEJ6S5RohovsL7FxuGW9LLuHx4QhtQ1iXjX26nOwH2VzXdstode1dwwsqO9GA9-jJFxzzahR5aikyy45VJQ9YGuly24jrNIA/" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And finished the backpacks for my nephews: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7bAfrnxfC7xqyFXKBDLVcptqXuEmgxHaoz495Wx1Kyb3eeP2b0Kbd1h8k-AHxq-J_-SQUyj7DLg_Ft_XwHUF3XaX3UNBPmxh2Qz7goY7THgQAA_DviYzyZWyFCjqhrTw86LuxhzocfU8/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7bAfrnxfC7xqyFXKBDLVcptqXuEmgxHaoz495Wx1Kyb3eeP2b0Kbd1h8k-AHxq-J_-SQUyj7DLg_Ft_XwHUF3XaX3UNBPmxh2Qz7goY7THgQAA_DviYzyZWyFCjqhrTw86LuxhzocfU8/" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But like I said, most of my time is on the visual novel. I've been making new sprites and coding/scripting the darn thing. Finally got through chapter 2 and now it's chapter 3. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Still doing research on Rescue. I don't think I'll make it for Halloween. I think I'll focus on the Armorer this year. Ahem...and my kitsune costume take 2. Making a cosplay of my own character! </div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Ic_kKB5SBuGQXZl2q7HshOZhxhxaSN7Thu7wnXVSAacIK_ITzIIX6drNrT2wCEcuQc0dahNFYmsGtevIw9yphj-9VUfaPPutLsbHHpWNLlePwOraEbJ4wMT50Kws-qhR8L3ddZ2DP0E/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="588" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Ic_kKB5SBuGQXZl2q7HshOZhxhxaSN7Thu7wnXVSAacIK_ITzIIX6drNrT2wCEcuQc0dahNFYmsGtevIw9yphj-9VUfaPPutLsbHHpWNLlePwOraEbJ4wMT50Kws-qhR8L3ddZ2DP0E/" width="204" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I just need to make the tails, ears, belt boot covers, sleeveless jacket and bracers. Really...not a bfd. I have most of what I need for it. I'm also considering doing some costume concept tutorial series here focused on swim-friendly mermaid costumes and kitsune costumes. </div><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><p></p>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-86365489522585963322021-03-26T22:54:00.002-07:002021-03-26T22:54:28.874-07:00Catching up on Projects<p> Where'd the time go? Goodness. Well, I've made a little bit of progress on some costumes but my focus the past few weeks has been game making and sewing gifts for my nephews. Broke out my embroidery machine and broke a few needles. Ha ha ha. </p><p>Finished up the Helm for the Armorer: </p><p><br /></p><p>3/4 pieces of the chest piece are printed. (I'll start printing the last piece soon.)</p><p><br /></p><p>I've been collecting pieces for another costume idea. </p><p><br /><br />I still want to work on Rescue eventually too. But it requires some more research. </p><p><br /></p><p>But most of my projects have ground to a halt because my cat got sick. Had a couple of visits to the ER Vet this past two weeks and several visits to his regular vet. He's now going to be on prescription food for the rest of his life. I'm worn out and haven't been able to focus on any of my hobbies. But I'm taking a vacation first week of Easter to finish up sewing backpacks and little dragons for my nephews since their birthdays are at the end of April. </p>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-48861653056426179552021-01-20T22:50:00.004-08:002021-01-20T22:51:11.624-08:003D Printed Cosplays<p>It's 2021 and this past year I've started getting the hang of 3D printing. It's fun. It has greatly expanded cosplay potential. So, right now I'm working on a few 3D-printed armors </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Armorer</h2><div>The first project I started in November while visiting my parents for Thanksgiving. I got caught up with the Mandalorian and just felt a desire to at least print the Armorer's Helmet. </div><div><br /></div><div>Well...I did just that!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCIolff6dXFEAwBfamMjkAwhML0GrODrL_TXjQ5mRROPx97xIruJot43MXdE_gxJKe3Sae-0lNZNJqAPOw7TNCalXHRAqI266Wk-r3xKEcYE1BML-oEwfYgEEC1RvqMqn_DVv0uXp57WA/s960/130299535_10164672867270512_1544940054767445512_n.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCIolff6dXFEAwBfamMjkAwhML0GrODrL_TXjQ5mRROPx97xIruJot43MXdE_gxJKe3Sae-0lNZNJqAPOw7TNCalXHRAqI266Wk-r3xKEcYE1BML-oEwfYgEEC1RvqMqn_DVv0uXp57WA/s320/130299535_10164672867270512_1544940054767445512_n.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijZcsMOkf6d4HAskxoZK5gZQ87pJCx_16agOXwv0NkuNNBrHXZz8IAqPJ2aT30q6ZKP9uI4Y6I_OsTsj01wDQbeTmNJOP51SBr_luXnUTuyZDNyxeF0kmnMe-N4p1YF1TW5NetRwjQ2Jk/s960/131424587_10164700007775512_6327633406157154302_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijZcsMOkf6d4HAskxoZK5gZQ87pJCx_16agOXwv0NkuNNBrHXZz8IAqPJ2aT30q6ZKP9uI4Y6I_OsTsj01wDQbeTmNJOP51SBr_luXnUTuyZDNyxeF0kmnMe-N4p1YF1TW5NetRwjQ2Jk/s320/131424587_10164700007775512_6327633406157154302_n.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>With the helmet printed and painted. I opted to go for the whole costume. I have patterns for some of the leather parts, a shag fleece fabric for the mantle, and patterns for the chest armor. I have yet to print the chest armor, but I expect to do so soon. The hammer prop and the belt do-dads are already printed but not assembled. </div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Rescue: MCU</h2><div>So the other bit of armor I'm planning to do is Rescue (Iron Woman...in a sense) from Marvel Cinematic Universe. This one is in heavy planning stages. I purchase some 3D files for the armor pieces and resized them to fit my body measurements. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja_2AWtWwTM3Jhk-6eS7H5-Yfn5pIpDZADz8yoSPCEzEBTZ07ajeXUuhbON-kL8lXQfYJwvj9K-zQMzdGmBOC28WrEJqYwFtugEJNbOw99ZfLty1snNCCtINpWHopoBEFv2S0Isx1SrCU/s481/fittedtake2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="459" data-original-width="481" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja_2AWtWwTM3Jhk-6eS7H5-Yfn5pIpDZADz8yoSPCEzEBTZ07ajeXUuhbON-kL8lXQfYJwvj9K-zQMzdGmBOC28WrEJqYwFtugEJNbOw99ZfLty1snNCCtINpWHopoBEFv2S0Isx1SrCU/s320/fittedtake2.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Used a neat program called Armorsmith Designer. It let's me import my body measurements onto a virtual dress form. Then I can import 3D models and fit them too the dress form then export the resized version. </div><div><br /></div><div>I've also finished slicing all the files (took a long time) and made a spreadsheet so I could keep track of how long it would take. (I should have also check how much filament it would use so I could stock up.) According to the spreadsheet, it will take an estimated 2 weeks to print all the armor pieces if there are no errors. </div><div><br /></div><div>And that's what's been going on here lately. Other than occasionally getting caught up in crochet, video games, and 3D printing gifts and baby Grogu. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVxExK-QBokkVrPaNje23PIEXGUfpvnNX6AgVlx0TLU1mS7f_g6UNCmW25U051oxY2O3b3J3DYgJCNNhDeM8Otacuae0ESz0i8bjKuBnI16LvC8Z9rzzvPSTCeNhgKB1jTJCHMSlYPNfE/s960/134651977_10164765807870512_6278287069329386449_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="635" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVxExK-QBokkVrPaNje23PIEXGUfpvnNX6AgVlx0TLU1mS7f_g6UNCmW25U051oxY2O3b3J3DYgJCNNhDeM8Otacuae0ESz0i8bjKuBnI16LvC8Z9rzzvPSTCeNhgKB1jTJCHMSlYPNfE/s320/134651977_10164765807870512_6278287069329386449_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>Happy New Year!</div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-56741838934396407862020-11-01T21:35:00.003-08:002021-06-08T22:48:15.402-07:00Zelda Costume ProcessMost of my time has been spent making the costume in time for Halloween, which was successful! However, I haven't done the day to day journaling like past costumes. It's going to be one big info dump, so hold on your butts. It's go time!<div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Underdress</h2><div>The underdress was cut from Simplicity Pattern 8113. I cut it out of white jersey knit and following the marks exactly. I sewed the pieces together, but I did not follow the instructions for this part. I did not install a zipper or lining. After sewing the pieces together, I fitted it on my dress form and made some cuts to the neckline and back neckline. Then I hemmed the edges of the sleeves and collar. I did not hem the skirt although after Halloween I intend to serge the skirt edge. For clean edges. (Man maybe I should have done that for the collar too. Ah wells.) </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I left out the embroidery of the harp and banner and the gold trim. I didn't expect to have that part of the costume in the camera shots. So that's where I cut corners. </div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Surcoat</h2><div>Similar to the underdress, I cut the pattern out as it was printed. It was cut out of a purple cotton. </div><div>I ironed all the pieces and pinned them to my dress form to do some tailoring. I marked with chalk where to take things in, where to shorten and how to create the appropriate neckline and backline. </div><div>I made the cuts on the dress form, then sewed the pieces together. Again I didn't follow instructions, I did not cut and sew a lining into it. I hemmed all the edges instead. I ironed in some interfacing along the back and in the front. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR3RQnedB3Nn4VJDMpGRZdR4W2qh3xa83-2wesYIjCEhPFZlsE_35BF_E-I18fbIT27RGXI4gTcgHjgfdkYhyphenhyphenJMMc9C_sZvXNbqUiHVSWVGui1r8GrwNImRWjllHdWrY6V2v1FB3kqAaE/s2048/IMG_2922.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR3RQnedB3Nn4VJDMpGRZdR4W2qh3xa83-2wesYIjCEhPFZlsE_35BF_E-I18fbIT27RGXI4gTcgHjgfdkYhyphenhyphenJMMc9C_sZvXNbqUiHVSWVGui1r8GrwNImRWjllHdWrY6V2v1FB3kqAaE/s320/IMG_2922.JPG" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1ahYppQ8Zieo_UvlEElSrFBrZY-NSbv0nFQ-NoEJw2qPmrlqh15TLDFjfcNcFzNYYiDcUwjZQOkqPxL4kvsnwVheQvN_GzcUAQpVV64usNojhCa9sglPtSrtpTIbBUzq4CQ4djLaNA0/s2048/IMG_2920.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1ahYppQ8Zieo_UvlEElSrFBrZY-NSbv0nFQ-NoEJw2qPmrlqh15TLDFjfcNcFzNYYiDcUwjZQOkqPxL4kvsnwVheQvN_GzcUAQpVV64usNojhCa9sglPtSrtpTIbBUzq4CQ4djLaNA0/s320/IMG_2920.JPG" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdV74yg12B7P9zpHfRqrkC4DT9MrFJIu0s22TX6xfCLLi4tnSF85ti6hQNTUUdGG0xpLd-JkeniDnYDfeuHrXgKQx1AvCSDWa-ok3X_G1Gey_KlAFIQ_15Ur3Z2Uj-DCRiwcMKUgkwcH8/s2048/IMG_2929.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdV74yg12B7P9zpHfRqrkC4DT9MrFJIu0s22TX6xfCLLi4tnSF85ti6hQNTUUdGG0xpLd-JkeniDnYDfeuHrXgKQx1AvCSDWa-ok3X_G1Gey_KlAFIQ_15Ur3Z2Uj-DCRiwcMKUgkwcH8/s320/IMG_2929.JPG" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Q0JgaY9PLzZEnJVm7lSjBwmcLB__GQxQPFy6_R87pEZ_SX7AHGYxI9_0JztkTs4jydWTCeZoxaPTf8WEhW0QQrpf5vtajPLF5iEguCcrLt9CwmpRjs66xb9OxUaFcILrecBbJaVIR40/s2048/IMG_2930.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Q0JgaY9PLzZEnJVm7lSjBwmcLB__GQxQPFy6_R87pEZ_SX7AHGYxI9_0JztkTs4jydWTCeZoxaPTf8WEhW0QQrpf5vtajPLF5iEguCcrLt9CwmpRjs66xb9OxUaFcILrecBbJaVIR40/s320/IMG_2930.JPG" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>For the belt, I sewed two button holes in the side. The last thing I did was install the eyelets. Two in front and about 16 in the back. I laced things with white leather lacing. </div><div>I did not have time although I had the materials to paint the runes that line the edges of the surcoat. </div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Armor, Crown and Jewelry</h2><div>Nearly all the accessories were 3D printed out of Antique Gold PLA and Transparent Blue PLA. The Crown was downloaded from <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2005775" target="_blank">Thingiverse</a> and the rest of the armor from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/720661173/princess-zelda-3d-print-models-for" target="_blank">Etsy</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div>The pauldrons were printed along with the necklace piece. Used a combination of metal jewelry rings and craft foam to connect them. The blue dangling gems were hot glued to the rings. The back of the pauldrons also had metal rings and a piece of cord to secure the back and hold things in place. </div><div>The red gem on the necklace was printed with clear PLA and dyed red. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1id0zd1kQUxR-psaGNZalk3dpi7KjW-fXsn2cwt39hGDp8XVvVQ4z-WGJNh6jfw079kA9B9q0D2G5FBEgG2TYDi7V5hAkSDPJ7MU-avjyXohHezMY5aqqX8_7UOgSNto6gcJTjHV9c4M/s2048/IMG_2940.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1id0zd1kQUxR-psaGNZalk3dpi7KjW-fXsn2cwt39hGDp8XVvVQ4z-WGJNh6jfw079kA9B9q0D2G5FBEgG2TYDi7V5hAkSDPJ7MU-avjyXohHezMY5aqqX8_7UOgSNto6gcJTjHV9c4M/s320/IMG_2940.JPG" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbzVkhxOeXbguvc5rDfjvYKqzFih6GRn5ZtJR2bJPGmmMgGu76god8zd8iHPLSPpPwfDGmfpG-xIZPMIjRs1yC6FNROlUDKAYUZzhgjxUq1klGFKr8pAaKcBjbTuB1FhrCWc7EomGOLK4/s2048/IMG_2942.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbzVkhxOeXbguvc5rDfjvYKqzFih6GRn5ZtJR2bJPGmmMgGu76god8zd8iHPLSPpPwfDGmfpG-xIZPMIjRs1yC6FNROlUDKAYUZzhgjxUq1klGFKr8pAaKcBjbTuB1FhrCWc7EomGOLK4/s320/IMG_2942.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The belt pieces were printed and combined with jewelry wire, brass jewelry chain, and white craft foam backing. I used a necklace hook at the end of one chain and hooked into the wire wrap of one of the belt dangles. </div><div>The chain weaves into the button hole of the surcoat and comes out the other side. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The crown was simply printed and assembled with hot glue. </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJIGjdYy1how9zq3VkomuzrM7mpG3CmVEBxMax3Nzbc_fSoFR2QRnhT4d3FoV8mKwuoLUVVVB6WJqPqFHAXJ9PuGJXDqUMr7nLZdkFJ11PvvpcfLzlh816SNpqEdVsMuDB5J5-kx0kFZg/s2048/IMG_2943.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJIGjdYy1how9zq3VkomuzrM7mpG3CmVEBxMax3Nzbc_fSoFR2QRnhT4d3FoV8mKwuoLUVVVB6WJqPqFHAXJ9PuGJXDqUMr7nLZdkFJ11PvvpcfLzlh816SNpqEdVsMuDB5J5-kx0kFZg/s320/IMG_2943.JPG" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I'm glossing over a few things like trying to apply a finishing and sanding the 3d prints, but I did a little of that. </div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Other Little Things</h2><div>I detailed how I made the aprons in another post so no need to repeat that here. </div><div><br /></div><div>The gloves I purchased on Etsy and Amazon. I got some gold and silver fabric markers to draw on the patterns. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxxumVCGck_BsT5t4MzC4Y-5s2sg6z1Hrva_CdzjMuSPAS4dSbAnEPx2CDUtc8dKsSwreGU8ggHW_Lx59N8cCT_sI_yGgktuIqfvfXAYotlVDaTA4bmd9eXXucTRlUNiuuHa-UWsxZEts/s2048/IMG_3022.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxxumVCGck_BsT5t4MzC4Y-5s2sg6z1Hrva_CdzjMuSPAS4dSbAnEPx2CDUtc8dKsSwreGU8ggHW_Lx59N8cCT_sI_yGgktuIqfvfXAYotlVDaTA4bmd9eXXucTRlUNiuuHa-UWsxZEts/s320/IMG_3022.JPG" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The ears were the Wild ears from Aradani Studios. I got them pre-painted. I got some solid black ear cuffs. </div><div><br /></div><div>The wig I got from Arda Wigs.</div><div><br /></div><div> I used craft foam to style the ornament in her braid. Painted with flex paint. 3D printed the little "acorns" for the tips of her side strands and the tip of the braid. I wrapped the hair in medical tape and super glued the tips on. </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkMdYmStFWO9aK7FpJ7HIK7EhqJEqdjK-kYoM8eXFeJByZ8USAkpmWINJYybe6BWCzVnQ04mf1x5dTkb1t4NoXFzKHwKVDqHtX_IRiZDWvPlO0x2eX8WChRvdv5xh4XK0uwwGKLrVzgdI/s2048/IMG_2965.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkMdYmStFWO9aK7FpJ7HIK7EhqJEqdjK-kYoM8eXFeJByZ8USAkpmWINJYybe6BWCzVnQ04mf1x5dTkb1t4NoXFzKHwKVDqHtX_IRiZDWvPlO0x2eX8WChRvdv5xh4XK0uwwGKLrVzgdI/s320/IMG_2965.JPG" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>That's how I did things.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhake1fG9JixCCjMFR2BbSZkDREHw5OW1s4T8jK2MyKVYsp_guP9f1h9V7qPqMiCVEhQ8hyBJdC2DMuayRmqksEk5m9cQ8oUN5p0qDg-osNWJ1n0Sf3QfWH5fJ8dh_72MeflqKf9SC8PKg/s1096/twilight.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1096" data-original-width="564" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhake1fG9JixCCjMFR2BbSZkDREHw5OW1s4T8jK2MyKVYsp_guP9f1h9V7qPqMiCVEhQ8hyBJdC2DMuayRmqksEk5m9cQ8oUN5p0qDg-osNWJ1n0Sf3QfWH5fJ8dh_72MeflqKf9SC8PKg/s320/twilight.png" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7uDw3FmF3_eoBW4vWVwmCb53jeoyd-Z-NtFv2jYhbU5jH5ry0OzNKyf-eBmLi6tqr5_JbM_8Za9f-KNnnU_5JJbNUBdlQpDfIa-osVRsVe04T2qbUUAPtbHKZnKs-5R1XoiBkcPYV7J8/s2016/turnaroundzelda.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1158" data-original-width="2016" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7uDw3FmF3_eoBW4vWVwmCb53jeoyd-Z-NtFv2jYhbU5jH5ry0OzNKyf-eBmLi6tqr5_JbM_8Za9f-KNnnU_5JJbNUBdlQpDfIa-osVRsVe04T2qbUUAPtbHKZnKs-5R1XoiBkcPYV7J8/s320/turnaroundzelda.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div><div> </div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-42237424765858940002020-10-13T23:31:00.006-07:002020-11-01T21:04:50.532-08:00Modesty's Low Carb Build-Your-Own Ramen "Recipe"<p> This is not a proper recipe by any means. Just some thing I enjoy making for myself that I'm writing down. After all, this is mostly a crafty, game design, project blog. </p><p>Anywho, I'm not going to make this like other recipe blogs with a whole story about how I came up with it. The only things I'll say are...it's not authentic...it's not trying to be. It's only an approximation made with ingredients found at most major grocery stores so you don't have to go to a specialized marketplace or order online. Here are the basics. </p><p>Broth - Protein - Noodles - Veggies - Toppers</p><p>You will need a big pot on medium-low heat to combine ingredients in. However, some ingredients may need extra preparation in a pan, microwave or oven. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHTM6PzAVPsG9aI8CkfuSNZo7vZHi77jzgGGtblm4x82bajI5Pg5zRXtUqjRpAelLwDnD6xWpoil6JAcpmBa87zBEJKA25u48-JzcHdTRRRB9u9R5Ik-J2KdImDf6OhAZWnS6vp_D1pO8/s2048/IMG_2927.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHTM6PzAVPsG9aI8CkfuSNZo7vZHi77jzgGGtblm4x82bajI5Pg5zRXtUqjRpAelLwDnD6xWpoil6JAcpmBa87zBEJKA25u48-JzcHdTRRRB9u9R5Ik-J2KdImDf6OhAZWnS6vp_D1pO8/s320/IMG_2927.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Broth Base</h3><div>The base of "real" ramen varies depending on the type of ramen. For our case, I find that Bone Broths are the best for the base. </div><div><br /></div><div>I usually get a couple cups worth of bone broth. I prefer to use beef, but chicken works as well. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you're not into bone broths, I've also made this ramen using stocks. If you want to keep it meatless, veggie stock isn't bad.</div><div><br /></div><div>But the broth needs seasoning to make it like Ramen. My favorite thing to use is Umami Dashi...which is vegan. (It's made of mushrooms instead of fish.) This gives the broth more of the authentic taste of ramen broth. </div><div><br /></div><div>My second favorite thing to use is Miso. The Kettle & Fire brand of Miso broth is nice to add or Miso paste or as a last resort the powdered stuff. </div><div><br /></div><div>You can season the broth however you please. I have added minced garlic because I'm nutty like that. Feel free to experiment with flavors! Some like it a bit hotter or spicier, but not me. </div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Main Protein</h3><div>Most ramen soups have a main protein Chasu Pork (Pork belly) is the most common. I've seen beef, chicken and tofu as well. </div><div><br /></div><div>I don't know where to find pork belly at a grocery store...but I've never really looked either. (Maybe sliced pancetta). Anyway, my preference is tofu anyway. </div><div><br /></div><div>For tofu, you'll want firm or extra firm tofu. Usually, I'm too lazy to really properly prep tofu. </div><div>When I'm more ambitious, I make <a href="https://www.vegannie.com/appetizers-sides/perfectly-crispy-tofu/" target="_blank">Crispy Baked Tofu</a>. But usually, I just drain it, squeeze out moisture, cut it and drop it in the broth. The baked tofu is much better. </div><div><br /></div><div>For other meats, I'd suggest using thin strips or "chicken tenders" that you'd pan fry cut up and put into the broth. (Or if you're like me, you get them frozen.) Shrimp is another option but I'm allergic so don't know how to prep 'em. </div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Noodles</h3><div>Now here's where things get troublesome for keto or low-carb diets. When I made the full-carb version, I'd use the cheap packages of ramen noodles or udon. (Man, do I love me some udon noodles.) Unfortunately, those are not keto. So, I use Konjac noodles. (Also known as Shirataki or Miracle Noodles.) Most groceries stores carry these, but you may need to go to an "organic" grocery. Many times they come in "Angel Hair" or "Spaghetti"...but any noodle shape works. For these I just drain and rinse for a few seconds then just dump it into the soup. </div><div><br /></div><div>While I've never made Zoodles or any other kind of veggie noodles, they probably work too. You may try the prepackaged lentil noodles, chickpea noodles or black bean noodles, but you'd have to boil them to al dente in a different pot. </div><div><br /></div><div>Shirataki/Konjac noodles are really the closest and easiest to prepare and keto-friendly. </div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Veggies</h3><div>Of course, there are all types of veggies that you can put in a ramen. Memna Mushrooms, bean sprouts, Nori Seaweed, Bamboo Sprouts, Snap Peas, Edamame and green onion are all pretty traditional. Some of these you can find in the frozen veggies or the "Asian Food" section of a grocery store. I tend to get baby corn, stir-fry mushrooms, Bamboo Shoots, Broccoli, chives in my soups. For frozen veggies, microwave first or stir fry before adding to the soup. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now, I'm such a cheap-o, that I just get things from cans or jars, drain the juices and throw them in the soup. I could stand to put a bit of flavoring on the veggies before they go in. Soy sauce, mirin, garlic or seasoning powders would be recommended for more flavor. </div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Toppers</h3><div>There are a couple other things commonly found in ramen that don't fit in these categories. </div><div>Uzumaki (Fish Cakes) and <a href="http://happyketo.com/keto-ramen-eggs/" target="_blank">"Ramen Eggs" or Ajitsuke</a>.</div><div>Now, I can't handle the fish cakes myself (allergies). But I love making the ramen eggs. The recipe I linked to is where I got my inspiration but my version is EVEN lazier than that. </div><div>For one...I don't use soft-boiled eggs. I can never get the timing right for them. I just get the pre-peeled hard-boiled eggs. (This is the ultimate, exhausted working adult version of ramen that's not just boiling hot water...I mean...really that's the ultimate tired working adult version...this is just the Keto version.)</div><div>Anywho, I use the recipe I link above but use hard-boiled eggs. They need at least 2 - 3 hours of soaking to be properly egged, but overnight or longer is much better. </div><div><br /></div><div>Instead of Uzumaki, I use sliced water chestnuts. I also like to sprinkle sesame seeds on my stuff. </div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Cooking</h3><div>Once I have my ingredients, it's literally just throwing everything in the pot and letting it simmer for awhile. Don't let it boil. Once things are soaked...or you're really hungry and it's warm, scoop into a bowl and enjoy. </div><div><br /></div><div>For the eggs, I put them in near the end when most everything else is warmed up just to give them a bit of warmth. I slice them after I put them in my bowl. </div><div><br /></div><div>While it doesn't have the body or savory-ness of restaurant ramen, it is a step up from cup ramen or packaged ramen. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLFjnzauTbVVs5juRVA8Hv6XESj1io_qQTaGFiNEpFeMAtUwadlbCwECwL8Ku5qT_MTiXUbF5V1vfNh7qyrsm9yetNwQeeBBX_MB-dKx2lmzE8WTXfgKP-3YpAjUrcdCrDxj77rJxfkVQ/s2048/IMG_2928.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLFjnzauTbVVs5juRVA8Hv6XESj1io_qQTaGFiNEpFeMAtUwadlbCwECwL8Ku5qT_MTiXUbF5V1vfNh7qyrsm9yetNwQeeBBX_MB-dKx2lmzE8WTXfgKP-3YpAjUrcdCrDxj77rJxfkVQ/s320/IMG_2928.JPG" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-77674259010432040672020-10-13T22:09:00.006-07:002021-06-08T22:40:37.928-07:00Zelda Day 2-3<p> There's not much time between now and Halloween but progress is finally being made with Princess Zelda. </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Day 2 - Apron</h3><p>First day, I prepped my white cotton, used my template and cut out 4 copies of the apron. Took those pieces and used Color Max Spray paint to make the blue and purple gradient. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNuNfPm1mg9d_xncyrD2k27bEVELsS5Rgx9HjIIyo7PjN7PTzTF0kI3OAkkdzy52WDx0qljpIRCIYnJX_Bup60pyYqt-NSzQoLn7Edt8v0zM9Bp7fxPPQxODpcIDwPA1LCGpMx4JhLwFM/s2048/IMG_2910.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNuNfPm1mg9d_xncyrD2k27bEVELsS5Rgx9HjIIyo7PjN7PTzTF0kI3OAkkdzy52WDx0qljpIRCIYnJX_Bup60pyYqt-NSzQoLn7Edt8v0zM9Bp7fxPPQxODpcIDwPA1LCGpMx4JhLwFM/s320/IMG_2910.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Cut the template a bit and taped it down to the cotton to spray paint the green edge. I printed out a second copy of the template for the gold and purple paint which I will do by hand with the template as guidance. </p><p>I have four copies of the apron just in case. Once I have the gold parts painted, I'm going to use some bond and fuse to put two of the apron pieces together, with a bit of interfacing or foam pieces along the top to connect to the belt. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhydQ4DlNq6Jb11XUPvY40jNuaSG64IhofCa0EVqj5wFnIvJs4xB-ZEUxVOuoRKDZvOgUdL_u32qPtH149ENvFXD8w8u8R7YSac5T2q9UR2biez58wwIDtD_7vFoXpUHgfG1O_SHr6BY30/s2048/IMG_2911.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhydQ4DlNq6Jb11XUPvY40jNuaSG64IhofCa0EVqj5wFnIvJs4xB-ZEUxVOuoRKDZvOgUdL_u32qPtH149ENvFXD8w8u8R7YSac5T2q9UR2biez58wwIDtD_7vFoXpUHgfG1O_SHr6BY30/s320/IMG_2911.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Day 3 - Pattern cutting</h3><p>Last weekend I got my flu shot so I wasn't feeling so great over the weekend. Plus I got sidetracked with some crochet projects. I just get in these crafty moods sometimes. Anyway, I did cut out the pattern pieces for the dress and overlay. I'm going to cut out and sew the underdress this weekend (if all goes well). </p><p>I'm adjusting the packaged pattern so I don't have to sew a zipper. My mom gave me some good advice about adjusting the pattern so I don't have too much of a seam. </p><p><br /></p><p>Anyway, I just cut out the paper pattern pieces. Some of them needed to be taped together. It's also becoming increasingly difficult to find space to lay out fabric. I might actually have to ugh...clean some of my apartment. </p>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-75358112622550157572020-09-22T22:06:00.001-07:002020-09-22T22:06:53.890-07:00Costume Progress: Zelda and Linkle<p> With no events to really set a hard deadline on costume projects, things continue to progress at a leisurely pace. But they are progressing. </p><p><br /></p><p>Princess Zelda</p><p>So I have all the armor parts 3D printed. Did a few layers of finishing on them but there's still plenty of work to do for those I've been coating it with clear polyurethane Things are starting to feel smooth to the touch. I also 3d printed a Heart container for fun. I'm out of the gold filament so trying be careful with my armor pieces. </p><p>A couple days ago I purchased the fabric to make the dress with and received the package of wigs! </p><p><br /></p><p>Linkle</p><p>For this I recently got the wig and wefts. I have 3D printed all the metal parts of the cross-bows. I got the nozzle and wood filament for the rest of the crossbow parts.</p><p><br /></p><p>Lotara</p><p>Remade my prototype for the leather armor. I looked at the fabric I got but haven't touched it since the 3D printer is taking up my sewing table at the moment. </p>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-76778962351297828322020-07-07T14:46:00.002-07:002020-07-07T14:47:00.386-07:00Project Slow DownIt's always a bummer hitting a snag in a plan. However, Summer is always a mixed bag when it comes to projects. Obviously this summer has been full of snags around budget and mental health. And I feel like every few years I tend to shift gears from one creative pursuit to another. I'm wrapping up the writing for my visual novel which means I need to start cranking out some art. Due to aforementioned budget concerns, I don't think I'll be able to afford hiring out for many artists. Still want someone else to handle backgrounds but we'll see what I can do in the mean time. <div><br /></div><div>This past weekend I finally cleaned my crafting space since it's been full of delivery boxes for weeks. I still need another shelf or container unit to hold supplies neatly but I'll feel better once I get that done. </div><div><br /></div><div>I did get my fabric for Lotara. Waiting on the wigs for Linkle and Zelda. Finished printing the armor for Zelda. Got the parts I need to print out Linkle's crossbows. Re-did my pattern and prototype for my leather armor. </div><div><br /></div><div>And naturally, got inspired for another pet costume project: a traditional Polish dress. The only thing I plan on making myself is the vest. Got the pattern for it and bought a skirt and apron. My church does a multi-cultural mass every year in November. Everyone is encouraged to wear traditional outfits from around the world. Wanted to represent my ancestry which is really kind of a mess of Eastern and Central European. </div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, that's all on that. </div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-78073798460340982002020-05-29T00:16:00.000-07:002020-05-29T00:16:43.292-07:00Triforce of Costumes - Day 0Currently working on 3 costumes at once. Which may be a bit overzealous but it is also practice for eventually making costumes for others.<div>On my plate is: Lotara the Drow Elf, Princess Zelda and Linkle. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here's where things are at so far. </div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Lotara</h2><div>Materials Gathered: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Wig</li><li>Fabric for undergarments and under-coat</li><li>EVA for armor prototyping</li><li>Latex Elf Ears</li><li>Face Paint</li><li>Stockings for "leg skin"</li><li>High knee socks</li><li>Ear Cuffs</li><li>Makeup</li><li>Dagger Prop</li></ul><div>Materials Needed:</div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Leather </li><li>Leather Paint</li><li>Long gloves (or fabric for them)</li><li>Boots</li><li>Finger Armor (maybe)</li></ul><h2 style="text-align: left;">Princess Zelda</h2></div><div>Material Gathered: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Latex Elf Ears</li><li>Wig</li><li>3D printed Jewelry</li><li>Pattern for Apron</li><li>Pattern for Dress</li><li>Vector Sample for Embroidery</li><li>EVA for Hair ornament (might use leather instead)</li></ul><div>Materials Needed:</div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Boots (probably will use the same boots for all 3 characters if possible)</li><li>Ribbon for Hair</li><li>Finish printing shoulder armor</li><li>Fabric for dress, apron and overcoat</li><li>Fabric paint for Apron</li><li>Opera Gloves</li><li>Fabric Paint for gloves </li><li>Create Embroidery Machine pattern</li></ul><h2 style="text-align: left;">Linkle</h2></div><div>Materials Gathered: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Clothing pattern </li><li>Wig</li><li>3d printed compass</li><li>Latex Elf ears (same ears as Zelda)</li><li>Parts of the crossbows printed</li></ul><div>Materials Needed: </div></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Fabric for pattern</li><li>Suede for boot covers</li><li>Boots</li><li>3D print wooden crossbow parts</li><li>Finish 3d print of compass</li><li>Rope for boots</li></ul></div><div>I really haven't gone too deeply into a plan of attack for these costumes just yet. I haven't settled on a fabric for Linkle or Zelda, I'm still fiddling with the pattern for Lotara's armor and I'm getting distracted by fiddly details that really don't matter in the beginning. (Like what kind of jewelry Lotara would wear. LOL. It's fun to think about though.) </div><div><br /></div><div>I will admit I'm not doing as much pattern making this time around but I imagine I'll be doing much more pattern tailoring which I need more practice with. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some of the things I consider challenges: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Incorporating Embroidery on the dress</li><li>Painting a complicated apron pattern</li><li>Creating Linkle's Boots</li><li>Creating all the leather parts for Lotara</li><li>Styling Linkle and Zelda Wigs</li><li>Assembling and finishing Zelda's Jewelry</li><li>Making the hair ornament </li><li>Assembling and finishing Linkle's props</li><li>Possibly getting contact lenses</li></ul><div>So, big debate I've been having with myself lately is whether or not I want to start costuming with contact lens. It would add such a nice finishing touch to a lot of these costumes and I think they'd be GREAT for photos. Not to mention if I get prescription lenses, I don't have to wear glasses when driving to the convention or whatever event I'm going to. Hmmm...may need sunglasses still. </div></div><div>I am due for an eye exam soon but I am nervous because I've never worn contacts in my life, I have twitchy eyelids and I hate things coming near my eyes. But that's what the doctor's for. To make sure I can do things right and my doctor sells the costume/colored lenses. </div><div><br /></div><div>For this cosplay I'd really only need to get blue and purple contacts. Blue for Zelda and Linkle, purple for Lotara and Lotor. (I really need to set up a time to get a photoshoot of that costume...once I finish the sword.) I will update when I make a more solid decision. </div>Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-66158444720782344222020-05-05T08:09:00.000-07:002020-05-05T08:09:24.398-07:003D Prop-agationI'm getting better at 3D printing props. Who knew there's a learning curve to everything?<br />
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So a few things I've learned so far from mistakes I've made. What I've successfully made. And what I'll be reprinting.<br />
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First successes:<br />
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12-Hole Ocarina of Time<br />
6 - hole Ocarina of Time<br />
Dagger of Venom<br />
Rupees<br />
Corona Mask of Darth Vader's mouth<br />
Prince Lotor's Sword<br />
Princess Zelda Shoulder Armor (half done)<br />
Zelda Crown<br />
Zelda Belt<br />
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Mild Successes (They came out okay but due to my own error they didn't construct correctly):<br />
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BOTW Master sword<br />
Shekiah Slate<br />
Dienonychus Skull<br />
Glass Dagger<br />
Zelda's Sword<br />
Linkle's compass<br />
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My Common Mistakes<br />
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I think my biggest revelation so far has been the wall count thing. See a lot of models I downloaded would connect pieces with this sort of peg and hole system. However what I didn't realize is that because I added about .4mm to the wall count it made the holes smaller but the pegs bigger. So I end up really trying to muscle pieces together which causes breaks or trying to cut down the peg until it can fit in the hold. </div>
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See I tend to want 3 walls when I don't print with infill to increase structure stability. But this has been the downside of it. </div>
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A new Master Sword</div>
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<br />Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-83423965860501742752020-04-06T21:31:00.000-07:002020-04-23T07:56:20.274-07:00A Zelda Cosplay - Debating which version to doSo a cosplay that I've wanted to do for awhile is Princess Zelda...or someone from the series. And eventually I may do them all but for now here are the ones I've thought about.<br />
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Princess Zelda from Breath of the Wild</h2>
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As of the writing of this blog, this is the most recent iteration of Princess Zelda. She has multiple outfits to cosplay from. A priestess dress, exploring outfit, princess dress and winter wear. Obviously, I'm not up for winter wear. I am also not confident about pulling off a Greek dress with no determinable way to keep it up over my bosom. (I don't like strapless dresses.) So, the princess dress and explorer outfits would be my options of interest. </div>
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Pros: The explorer outfit is comfortable looking, convention friendly in that I can use my shekiah slate phone case and it has a pouch, there are plenty of patterns available and examples. The dress also looks comfortable and flattering and I don't have to worry about making shoes. The wig styling would be minimal. </div>
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Cons: I've seen a lot of very good, accurate cosplay and don't feel up to snuff, this is not a Zelda I relate to as much, her features are younger than what I can pull off (I feel). So, mostly just feelings of inadequacy. </div>
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Princess Zelda - Hyrule Warriors</h2>
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So I own this game but haven't played through it yet. Just parts of the opening cutscenes. (Took forever to update). But this was a combination I had not seen before. Zelda in armor and fighting with a sword. Yes! And it's feminine and modest. </div>
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Pros: I could utilize my leather work skills for the armor, it's PINK!, it looks similar to the outfit I designed for my D&D character, the wig is doable as far as styling is concerned. Found some good tutorials and examples. </div>
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Cons: Complicated design. Sewing would be a beast. LONG wigs are unruly, ugh...boots are hard to make or cover. I don't know anything about the character or her personality. (I should play that game at some point.)</div>
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Princess Zelda from Ocarina of Time</h2>
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Alright, so this game came out during my childhood. I did not get past the Deku Tree and it was a rental. But I liked it and did end up finishing the game in college. As the first 3D Zelda, we get the nice turnaround. "Adult" Zelda seemed to be mature and not have yellow blond hair. </div>
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Pros: I can relate to this version of Zelda. I have only seen a couple of cosplays. I have 3D print files for the shoulder armor and crown. The white and purple dress seems to be within my scope of skill as well as the wig styling. </div>
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Cons: It's an older game, the tabard apron would be a challenge, I don't find the design to be super flattering. </div>
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Linkle from Hyrule Warriors</h2>
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So, I love this as a concept. I like Link as a character but don't think I could pull off a good Link cosplay. But this cute rendition would be heckin' fun. </div>
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Pros: No complicated embroidery or intricate designs to paint. I have the 3D print patterns for her weapons and stuff. Short hair means little wig styling! It looks super cute!</div>
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Cons: Again the youngish character makes me feel old...but not as bad as BOTW Zelda oddly. Tall boots are complicated. I know very little about the character because I haven't played the game. </div>
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Princess Zelda from Twilight Princess</h2>
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I know this is actually the Zelda from Smash Bros! But it's close enough! Now, Twilight Princess is a meaningful game to me personally as it was the first game I pre-ordered for the first console I ever bought. I was OBSESSED with this game and it's still one I play from time to time...on the very gamecube I first bought all those years ago. This more rugged and "mature" version feels more appropriate for my age. Not only that, it's a flattering dress style. </div>
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Pros: Plenty of patterns, examples, vectors, and tutorials to help me. I have all the necessary 3D print files for her armor, crown, jewelry and sword. I can wear boots I already own. The wig style is doable. I can use my embroidery machine. </div>
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Cons: Embroidering is tough. That tabard is complicated and will be a pain to recreate. It's an older game (but classic). It feel like I have seen a LOT of really talented and accurate cosplays that I can't compete with. </div>
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Conclusion</h2>
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For now, I think I'm going to first tackle Twilight Princess Zelda since I have already got the 3D print files and stencils for the tabard. </div>
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<br />Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-68226818966372832242020-04-02T14:05:00.002-07:002020-04-02T14:05:43.106-07:00Lotara Planning - Drow Cosplay<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
So I've started purchasing materials, so I can say I've officially started work on this project. So this character design started as a derivative of the Lotor bodysuit. But as I've been working through the leather work course and learning about armor design, I started focusing more on themes, shapes and armor pieces. The bottom row is the current plan without much of the details. </div>
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I've illustrated the costume breakdown here.<br />
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<b>Layer 0 - Body Mods</b><br />
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<li>Body paint ✔</li>
<li>charcoal tights and arm warmers ✔</li>
<li>latex elf ears ✔</li>
<li>white wig (reusing my Lotor wig) ✔</li>
<li>Other makeup ✔</li>
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<b>Layer 1 - Underwear-ish</b><br />
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<li>Camisole/Sports Bra (any color) ✔</li>
<li>Magenta high waist bikini cut bottoms $ (fabric bought)</li>
<li>Garter belt ✔ (using scrap fabric)</li>
<li>Thigh high stockings - black ✔</li>
<li>Bustle ✔ (using scrap fabric)</li>
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<b>Layer 2 - Clothes</b><br />
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<li>Knee high boots with front cuff (plan on using stretch suede and boot covers)</li>
<li>Opera length gloves (I plan on using stretch suede)</li>
<li>Sleeveless long tail coat $ (fabric and pattern bought) Stretch velvet and nylon lining</li>
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<b>Layer 3 - Leather Armor</b><br />
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<li>Corset Bodice Armor (patterned)</li>
<li>Bracers</li>
<li>Greaves</li>
<li>Headband</li>
<li>Belt with pouch and loops.</li>
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<li>Corset Necklace - designing</li>
<li>Ear cuffs ✔ Purchased</li>
<li>Dagger ✔ - 3D printed</li>
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I am also undertaking a 2nd costume project which I'll post about next time.<br />
<br />Modestyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06381549173910349102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128826432297843962.post-28721153991675917692020-03-31T19:59:00.002-07:002020-04-23T08:47:28.490-07:00Prince Lotor Props Take 2So like I said last time I got this sweet stl file off Etsy and have begun printing out the sword. I have printed out all parts.<br />
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The past couple days I've been gluing parts together. Dyed the clear guards and pommel. Filled some of the gaps with wood fill. And used pink fairy lights for a lighting effect. Here's the hande.</div>
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The blade was trickier to keep together. Some pieces I had to re-glue several times before it finally cured and stuck together. Reinforced with wood fill. </div>
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Things I still need to do. Paint and glue the decals. Reinforce and smooth down with clear epoxy resin. Then I'll paint the blade. </div>
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I'll resurrect this costume at some point for a photo shoot. </div>
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I'm making a bunch of other video game swords too. I'll post about those later. For now Peace! </div>
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