Hi. I have just come across your video. I have found a technique from someone who makes bird feathers from EVA foam sheets. They use a 1mm thickness, but said with heat manipulation etc, they make the foam paper thin but it keeps its strength. I have tried myself but I cant get it paper thin. Any tips guys? Many thanks x
@BlackSheepProps19 күн бұрын
Hey! I’m no expert but if you watch my video on the Valkyrie Helmet it has tons of feathers on it. Maybe it might give you some insight that you can spring off of?
@aprilblackregentart664722 күн бұрын
This has got to be the most educational/inspirational/ultimate foam build I've seen. So many good tips and techniques are all here. You kept starting cuts that had me going 'is he really going to try that?!' LOL. This is so cool!
@BlackSheepProps22 күн бұрын
Man this is so cool hearing that the stuff that got me jacked up is getting someone else jacked up!! I love every detail and love when they turn out like I hoped. Glad you are getting something from the channel.
@aprilblackregentart664723 күн бұрын
Love seeing you use the circle templates. I have a bunch of different ones that I got from my dad. They come in handy for foamcrafting! I even have one that has triangles and hexagons. I've been making something lately with lots of circles and dowels. I tried your dowel wrap method on one piece and it came out awesome I think.
@cloviepounders670328 күн бұрын
What's a good source to buy bulk eva foam for builds?
@BlackSheepProps27 күн бұрын
I bought all my foam from TNT COSPLAY in Texas.
@cloviepounders670327 күн бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps thanks for the swift reply, do you know if they deliver out of state? I'm in Ohio and i haven't found a reliable source with a good variety pack.
@BlackSheepProps27 күн бұрын
@@cloviepounders6703 Yep, I’m in Florida and it ships to me.
@MrHQScarfaceАй бұрын
Can someone make this for my kiddo I really wish I had time to do something like this for him
@HELLEKSONARTАй бұрын
Love the LawGiver.
@MoseyGamesYTАй бұрын
How did i get as many views as this guy? My channel sucks. This guy is way better for sure!
@BlackSheepPropsАй бұрын
Wow! That’s very nice of you MGYT!! That’s actually why I retired, I was still almost totally invisible after 3 years of designing, building, filming and editing almost 7 days a week. But man it was super fun while it lasted!
@Fred1999_HDАй бұрын
i was using it like regular glue, this helped me out so much lmao, thank you
@user-vh6hd2vn9nАй бұрын
Великолепная работа! Лучший Доминатор своими руками, который я видел. Благодарность из России. 👋🙂
@BlackSheepPropsАй бұрын
Wow! Thank you very much! It was one of my favorite props to build! And very simple. Thank you from the U.S. !!
@rgopal7676Ай бұрын
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@Space_Guy46Ай бұрын
Thanks, my biograft cosplay is gonna be FIRE (pun intended)
@TuuTieFruuTieАй бұрын
Thank you for all the video's! Watching them gave me the convidence and a ton of tips and tricks to try and make my first cosplay weapon. It turned out great and its something I'll definitly keep on doing, Thank you for the inspiration! Hope you are well
@BlackSheepPropsАй бұрын
I am so glad to hear that my videos helped you start building! Keep it up!
@chilufyashatunka58602 ай бұрын
I'm a bit late but can i repurpose a yoga/workout mat for cosplay to make let's say, a helmet?
@BlackSheepProps2 ай бұрын
Hmm, not sure. I have no idea what a yoga mat is made of? Sorry I can’t be more help.
@dracarys47672 ай бұрын
Question.. the core I used wasn't good enough and now it's floppy, how do I correct that or am I screwed? Is there any way to give it an exoskeleton?
@BlackSheepProps2 ай бұрын
Hi! Hmm, the only time I have done exoskeleton sort of stuff is with small thin pieces. When it is small or thin I paint the entire piece with super glue and when the super glue drys it leaves a thin hard surface coat. Only other thing I can think of is - if the piece in question is flat on the sides and not shaped, they sell really thin metal strips at the hardware stores so instead of the support being round it is thin - then you can lay it up against the flat outside of your piece and using contact cement overlay another thin piece of foam so you have a thin metal support added. It will add a little bit to the width you wanted but with a thin metal strip and a thin piece of foam ( maybe 3MM ) it will be stiff.
@dracarys47672 ай бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps Thank you!!!
@aprilblackregentart66472 ай бұрын
I love me some Judge Dredd. I love the look of that matte black paint!
@aprilblackregentart66472 ай бұрын
“A giant pencil” made me laugh out loud. The things you do with foam is astounding!! You show it’s possible to do almost anything with it!
@BlackSheepProps2 ай бұрын
You made the 3 years worth it! I was just talking with my brother, who builds amazing dioramas, and I was commenting on what a colossal failure the channel was. It never made it into the stream for millions to see. But it’s the small group like yourself that made it worth while. Thanks!
@IMOO18962 ай бұрын
You’d think with a video entitled heat gun basics, it would get you who to adjust the heat temp, and how far from the surface to use the gun.
@BlackSheepProps2 ай бұрын
Well, you’d think with only 2 settings it wouldn’t be that hard. And the video actually shows how far to hold the gun away from the foam. Not sure what you’re not getting?
@aprilblackregentart66472 ай бұрын
What a gnarly color lol. The assembly on this was incredible!!
@BlackSheepProps2 ай бұрын
Yeah!! Ultra pink!!! I loved that build!!!
@ickleshouse2 ай бұрын
please come back dude !
@BlackSheepProps2 ай бұрын
That’s awesome!!! Thanks a lot. Yeah, I got burned out after 3 years of nonstop creating. Hopefully I got enough on the site to help folks learn everything I knew. Happy building!!!
@ickleshouse2 ай бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps awww dude thanks for the reply.binge watching now ,hope you are doing well
@HelpMakeMeRich3 ай бұрын
Brother, you have a list of tools you are using? Maybe some amazon affiliate links I can use? I am just getting started and have NOTHING in the way of supplies or equipment, so I can use all of your recommendations.
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Hey man! Here’s a link to my channel, check out my video on tools. Also, every video on my channel features all the tools I use so you can watch those too. Have a great time getting started! www.youtube.com/@BlackSheepProps/videos
@aprilblackregentart66473 ай бұрын
That simple color scheme looked like fun to do!
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
The simple paint jobs are a nice break!
@aandrews77333 ай бұрын
To cover relatively large areas (for example, two 14"x14" surfaces) in an appropriate amount of time (to avoid excessive drying), should the contact cement be rolled on? And if so, how likely is it of applying too thick a coating by rolling? Any pointers for rolling on contact cement would be greatly appreciated!
@BlackSheepProps2 ай бұрын
Hi, I have covered large areas by pouring the cement out in a puddle and using a large throw away brush to paint the entire surface fairly quickly. It takes several minutes to begin drying and even after it is dry it will still make contact with another surface with dry cement on it. That’s actually how contact cement works on all of my builds - coat 2 pieces and let them both fully dry and then they will stick together.
@aussicilian7173 ай бұрын
How would you do the WW2 M1/M1A1 variant?
@Unfiltered_POV3 ай бұрын
Hey Steve I have a pet chair made from sponge like foam that’s glued together into a chair shape with a fabric cover that I put on a passenger seat on a motorcycle that my dog rides in. How can I reinforce or harden the foam so it’s less flexible and is more rigid for my furry friend to be more secure? Any help is appreciated.
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Hi! Not sure what kind of foam it is, but I know with EVA foam you can slice the foam in half like 2 pieces of bread and imbed something stiff in between the two pieces like in my video. But again, I don’t know what kind of foam it is so I can’t guarantee it will work like it does in my video on inner supports.
@Unfiltered_POV3 ай бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps it’s not like regular styrofoam it’s the sponge like one that’s been glued into a shape of a oval chair, it’s pretty sturdy but deforms when I watch it down to my bike to keep it secure so I’d like to use something on the bottom and sides so it keeps its shape and stays sturdy. I’ll try to figure out what kind of foam it is I believe they might use it in tv packaging boxes but I’ve also seen regular foam too and it’s not that.
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Hmm, really don’t know about how to strengthen foam other than EVA? Sorry. Maybe you could make a box with really thick EVA foam ( 18MM or 24MM ) - 4 sides and a bottom - and then hot glue your current foam inside it as a cushion? That way the structure is sturdy from the EVA and the inner part is cushiony from your foam?
@Amazing1invention3 ай бұрын
how to recycle eva in house?
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Don’t know. Sorry.
@the_eminent_Joshua_E_Hrouda3 ай бұрын
But how does it ACTUALLY work?? And instead of leaving it to dry for 5 minutes, or as my can says: 20 min, what if you left it for a week or a year? Would it still stick when the 2 items are brought in contact? I guess I could do an experiment. But I'm impatient.
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Hmm, good questions. I can’t really say since I only used it within 2 or 3 minutes before I attached two pieces.
@WiltedRaven23 ай бұрын
I wonder what happened to the channel. I miss it. So much passion in the creations and this man will forever have my respect. Top teir stuff. It's such a shame you did not blow up as you deserved so much more with the amount of awesome effort you put in. People with millions of subscribers don't put in what you do. I wish you the best man.
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!!! I am so glad you liked the channel. Yeah, I got tired of grinding these out and being totally invisible on KZread. Oh well, I had a lot of fun. Thanks again.
@WiltedRaven23 ай бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps I don't blame you for leaving. You did not get a return on your efforts so I understand. Im just getting into this kind of stuff and your videos are very informative, I have been learning alot. Edit: So I apreciate the videos you took the time to make.
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Yeah, got burned out with little return for sure. I mean, a lot of people have watched the videos overall but it didn’t blow up. I was never showing up in people’s searches. Even when using exact wording no one was finding my videos. I was blocked form showing up in searches. I couldn’t break through KZread’s algorithm. I have an ETSY site that sells all of my templates for the builds and they are still selling so that’s cool I guess.
@WiltedRaven23 ай бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps Thats great you can still make a buck off the templates 😊. I gave up on youtube with my old account too. Consistant quality uploads don't work and it confuses me how people with no skill or talent end up getting the attention.
@aprilblackregentart66473 ай бұрын
Another Resident Evil prop!! Love it!! Those coils look incredible
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Thanks! FOR SURE one of my top favorites! And one of my all time favorite details - the coils!!! TONS of time on the coils but super easy and worth the result.
@supernewb64434 ай бұрын
hello! I'm looking for a replacement for plastic dip most of rubber coating I find is solvent based, plastic dip is also solvent based spray right, doesn't it melt foam?
@BlackSheepProps3 ай бұрын
Hi! I used plasti-dip on every one of my props and it doesn’t melt foam. Years later and my props are still in perfect condition.
@supernewb64433 ай бұрын
that's great! I'm curious some people says don't use solvent based spray or paint on foam because it will melt foam or paint color, or just plasti-dip is kind of Exception?@@BlackSheepProps
@supernewb64434 ай бұрын
OMG, I like the gradient looks It's hard to find videos painting gradient without spray, this is pretty informative thanks.
@BlackSheepProps4 ай бұрын
Thanks! Yeah, several of my builds have had gradient done without spraying. The Sonic gun from Minority Report and Star Lords blaster have the 3 discolored metal that occurs when metal heats up and causes it to turn red, blue and yellow. Check those out, they’re cool.
@thesilentminority9614 ай бұрын
New to the channel. Ty for leaving you videos up so I can learn how to make some of these props
@BlackSheepProps4 ай бұрын
Enjoy!!!
@LamontKirk-lh2tz4 ай бұрын
I REALLY REALLY NEEDED THIS DEMONSTRATION, BECAUSE IM GETTING VERY SERIOUS WITH BUYING AND RESTORING SNEAKERS. IVE ONLY TRIED ANGELUS CEMENT AND MASTER PETRONIO ALL PURPOSE CEMENT . ANGELUS CEMENT IS CLEAR BEFORE IT DRIES ,BUT TURNS INTO A REAL FOGGY LIKE WHITE. IT WORKS GOOD AFTER YOU LET DRY FOR ABOUT 5-15 MINS,THEN I USE MY HEAT GUN TO LOOSEN IT TO ATTACH THE SHOE SOLES. THE MASTER IS TOUGH BUT IT IS THIS DARK BEIGE COLOR WHICH IS OK BUT SUCKS WHEN I OVER APPLY. IM JUST BEGINING AND UNDERSTANDING. I JUST WANT TO BUY THE BEST CEMENT AND KNOW HOW TO USE IT SO I DONT HAVE TO PROLONG MY SNEAKER RESTORATIONS.
@user-mi2lx9yy6o4 ай бұрын
Shrink ray minons 3d
@aprilblackregentart66474 ай бұрын
I kinda want to make this just because of the fun graphics on it lol
@aprilblackregentart66474 ай бұрын
Black Sheep Sisters!! haha, love it. I loved this film so much and I'm to see you made something from it!
@BlackSheepProps4 ай бұрын
Indeed, the sisters! Never saw the movie until last month on a flight I watched it and it was too cool to see it in the movie.
@cabanabucin94165 ай бұрын
Some people dont have the time to watch a 2 part video waiting for you to mention what is the dimension of the shield!!!
@BlackSheepProps5 ай бұрын
Then don’t have to watch it. That’s cool.
@bcollins2009bc5 ай бұрын
I definitely will be using this as a reference video!
@BlackSheepProps5 ай бұрын
Awesome! I’m glad it will help you out!!
@bcollins2009bc4 ай бұрын
@BlackSheepProps where did you buy that insanely thick piece of foam?
@aprilblackregentart66475 ай бұрын
I love your enthusiasm while building. I’m sure I’ve said it before but every time I watch a new vid (new to me) it makes me excited to build
@BlackSheepProps5 ай бұрын
Yeah, I watch them every once in a while and sometimes I say “ geez, I seem a little geeked out on that one”. I’m just glad somebody is enjoying them 'cause I sure had fun doing it.
@colorlotanimations35225 ай бұрын
Hi,was just wondering,if your using coloured EVA foam is there anyway to hide the lines that are shown even when you glue all parts together (take your time to response if needed) :D thank you
@BlackSheepProps5 ай бұрын
Hi! I mostly use only black foam. But even if I did use colored foam I would be sealing it with plasti-dip before I paint it. Plastidip can fill in some of the seams so they aren’t as noticable once you paint. And I also sometimes use something called quick-seal to fill any seams before I paint. But if you are using color foam and not planning on sealing and painting it then you might see some seams where two pieces attach. Watch some of the builds on my channel and see what it looks like when I seal a prop and paint it. It might give you a better idea of what I’m talking about. Watching the builds might also show you how to attach two pieces and not get a noticable seam.
@colorlotanimations35225 ай бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps alright thank you so much :D
@rickden83625 ай бұрын
If you gradually hear EVA hot enough, like in an oven, will it expand as it cools.
@BlackSheepProps5 ай бұрын
I have never noticed my foam expanding as it cools.
@aprilblackregentart66475 ай бұрын
Did you ever send that email to GI Joe? 😂 Looks awesome so far
@BlackSheepProps5 ай бұрын
I SHOULD HAVE!!! It makes no sense.
@aprilblackregentart66475 ай бұрын
Love all the little details you put on this build
@BlackSheepProps5 ай бұрын
Thanks! This was by far my least favorite build. BY FAR! But glad you liked it.
@magicfibre6 ай бұрын
It's a shame none of these tutorials ever mention how much I should heat the foam. I don't know what temperature "nice and warm" is 😢
@BlackSheepProps6 ай бұрын
I hear you. Yeah, my heat gun is on max which is 1000 degrees - it’s ferocious! You kind of have to get used to how much to heat it. Not enough and it won’t soften the foam - too much and you can start melting it. But after a few times you get used to how close to hold the heat gun to the foam and how to wave the gun back and forth so it doesn’t stay too long on one spot.
@magicfibre6 ай бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps Thank you for the reply! I always struggle with not getting it warm enough to shape it, but I'm paranoid of burning it. I guess I'll just buy a mask with a good filter and experiment some more.
@BlackSheepProps6 ай бұрын
Since I never heated my foam to the point of burning it I never used a mask. It can give off fumes but I didn’t do heavy amounts of heating foam. I also had a large work area and a fan next to me to blow any fumes away from my face. So I was never really in an enclosed area breathing the fumes. I also periodically opened my garage door to air out the room just in case. What little bit I could smell was not too much.
@user-kz6qd7om2p6 ай бұрын
What size foam do you use for the giant pineapple grenade
@jonathangould12556 ай бұрын
Hi love the build. What glue is best to use?
@BlackSheepProps6 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks a lot! For contact cement I use the brand BARGE. And for super glue I use GORILLA GLUE.
@jonathangould12556 ай бұрын
@@BlackSheepProps thanks. Great tutorial. I’m going to order the plans. I’ve recently got a stormtrooper and I’m looking for accessories. This will be super when I build it. I’m trying source the EVA Foam in the UK. I’ve found most of the thinner stuff up to about 5-6mm thick. Trying to find some bigger stuff. 20-40mm.
@jjones102019866 ай бұрын
What type of utility blade is that!? Bought the templates starting build as soon as the foam arrives!
@BlackSheepProps6 ай бұрын
I think you are referring to the yellow knife with the long blade? That is made by OLFA.
@jjones102019866 ай бұрын
@BlackSheepProps that's it. Looks awesome and like it would good for dexterity. I tend to put a lot of pressure in the upper portion of my index finger. Which causes some finger pain for days after a big project like this. Thanks
@BlackSheepProps6 ай бұрын
I usually only use the OLFA utility knife for long straight cuts. And I grip it normally. But I do get a sore index finger when I use the xacto knife for a long time since that knife requires using the index finger. Check out my videos, they show using both the utility knife and the xacto.
@pxpq6 ай бұрын
Is this different than contact adhesive?
@BlackSheepProps6 ай бұрын
Not sure. It might be? The fact that it’s called “contact” makes me think it works the same way, but I can’t be positive. Sorry I can’t be more help. Maybe look up a video on youtube for contact adhesive to be sure.
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No mention of respirator or ventillation?
Hi. I have just come across your video. I have found a technique from someone who makes bird feathers from EVA foam sheets. They use a 1mm thickness, but said with heat manipulation etc, they make the foam paper thin but it keeps its strength. I have tried myself but I cant get it paper thin. Any tips guys? Many thanks x
Hey! I’m no expert but if you watch my video on the Valkyrie Helmet it has tons of feathers on it. Maybe it might give you some insight that you can spring off of?
This has got to be the most educational/inspirational/ultimate foam build I've seen. So many good tips and techniques are all here. You kept starting cuts that had me going 'is he really going to try that?!' LOL. This is so cool!
Man this is so cool hearing that the stuff that got me jacked up is getting someone else jacked up!! I love every detail and love when they turn out like I hoped. Glad you are getting something from the channel.
Love seeing you use the circle templates. I have a bunch of different ones that I got from my dad. They come in handy for foamcrafting! I even have one that has triangles and hexagons. I've been making something lately with lots of circles and dowels. I tried your dowel wrap method on one piece and it came out awesome I think.
What's a good source to buy bulk eva foam for builds?
I bought all my foam from TNT COSPLAY in Texas.
@@BlackSheepProps thanks for the swift reply, do you know if they deliver out of state? I'm in Ohio and i haven't found a reliable source with a good variety pack.
@@cloviepounders6703 Yep, I’m in Florida and it ships to me.
Can someone make this for my kiddo I really wish I had time to do something like this for him
Love the LawGiver.
How did i get as many views as this guy? My channel sucks. This guy is way better for sure!
Wow! That’s very nice of you MGYT!! That’s actually why I retired, I was still almost totally invisible after 3 years of designing, building, filming and editing almost 7 days a week. But man it was super fun while it lasted!
i was using it like regular glue, this helped me out so much lmao, thank you
Великолепная работа! Лучший Доминатор своими руками, который я видел. Благодарность из России. 👋🙂
Wow! Thank you very much! It was one of my favorite props to build! And very simple. Thank you from the U.S. !!
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Thanks, my biograft cosplay is gonna be FIRE (pun intended)
Thank you for all the video's! Watching them gave me the convidence and a ton of tips and tricks to try and make my first cosplay weapon. It turned out great and its something I'll definitly keep on doing, Thank you for the inspiration! Hope you are well
I am so glad to hear that my videos helped you start building! Keep it up!
I'm a bit late but can i repurpose a yoga/workout mat for cosplay to make let's say, a helmet?
Hmm, not sure. I have no idea what a yoga mat is made of? Sorry I can’t be more help.
Question.. the core I used wasn't good enough and now it's floppy, how do I correct that or am I screwed? Is there any way to give it an exoskeleton?
Hi! Hmm, the only time I have done exoskeleton sort of stuff is with small thin pieces. When it is small or thin I paint the entire piece with super glue and when the super glue drys it leaves a thin hard surface coat. Only other thing I can think of is - if the piece in question is flat on the sides and not shaped, they sell really thin metal strips at the hardware stores so instead of the support being round it is thin - then you can lay it up against the flat outside of your piece and using contact cement overlay another thin piece of foam so you have a thin metal support added. It will add a little bit to the width you wanted but with a thin metal strip and a thin piece of foam ( maybe 3MM ) it will be stiff.
@@BlackSheepProps Thank you!!!
I love me some Judge Dredd. I love the look of that matte black paint!
“A giant pencil” made me laugh out loud. The things you do with foam is astounding!! You show it’s possible to do almost anything with it!
You made the 3 years worth it! I was just talking with my brother, who builds amazing dioramas, and I was commenting on what a colossal failure the channel was. It never made it into the stream for millions to see. But it’s the small group like yourself that made it worth while. Thanks!
You’d think with a video entitled heat gun basics, it would get you who to adjust the heat temp, and how far from the surface to use the gun.
Well, you’d think with only 2 settings it wouldn’t be that hard. And the video actually shows how far to hold the gun away from the foam. Not sure what you’re not getting?
What a gnarly color lol. The assembly on this was incredible!!
Yeah!! Ultra pink!!! I loved that build!!!
please come back dude !
That’s awesome!!! Thanks a lot. Yeah, I got burned out after 3 years of nonstop creating. Hopefully I got enough on the site to help folks learn everything I knew. Happy building!!!
@@BlackSheepProps awww dude thanks for the reply.binge watching now ,hope you are doing well
Brother, you have a list of tools you are using? Maybe some amazon affiliate links I can use? I am just getting started and have NOTHING in the way of supplies or equipment, so I can use all of your recommendations.
Hey man! Here’s a link to my channel, check out my video on tools. Also, every video on my channel features all the tools I use so you can watch those too. Have a great time getting started! www.youtube.com/@BlackSheepProps/videos
That simple color scheme looked like fun to do!
The simple paint jobs are a nice break!
To cover relatively large areas (for example, two 14"x14" surfaces) in an appropriate amount of time (to avoid excessive drying), should the contact cement be rolled on? And if so, how likely is it of applying too thick a coating by rolling? Any pointers for rolling on contact cement would be greatly appreciated!
Hi, I have covered large areas by pouring the cement out in a puddle and using a large throw away brush to paint the entire surface fairly quickly. It takes several minutes to begin drying and even after it is dry it will still make contact with another surface with dry cement on it. That’s actually how contact cement works on all of my builds - coat 2 pieces and let them both fully dry and then they will stick together.
How would you do the WW2 M1/M1A1 variant?
Hey Steve I have a pet chair made from sponge like foam that’s glued together into a chair shape with a fabric cover that I put on a passenger seat on a motorcycle that my dog rides in. How can I reinforce or harden the foam so it’s less flexible and is more rigid for my furry friend to be more secure? Any help is appreciated.
Hi! Not sure what kind of foam it is, but I know with EVA foam you can slice the foam in half like 2 pieces of bread and imbed something stiff in between the two pieces like in my video. But again, I don’t know what kind of foam it is so I can’t guarantee it will work like it does in my video on inner supports.
@@BlackSheepProps it’s not like regular styrofoam it’s the sponge like one that’s been glued into a shape of a oval chair, it’s pretty sturdy but deforms when I watch it down to my bike to keep it secure so I’d like to use something on the bottom and sides so it keeps its shape and stays sturdy. I’ll try to figure out what kind of foam it is I believe they might use it in tv packaging boxes but I’ve also seen regular foam too and it’s not that.
Hmm, really don’t know about how to strengthen foam other than EVA? Sorry. Maybe you could make a box with really thick EVA foam ( 18MM or 24MM ) - 4 sides and a bottom - and then hot glue your current foam inside it as a cushion? That way the structure is sturdy from the EVA and the inner part is cushiony from your foam?
how to recycle eva in house?
Don’t know. Sorry.
But how does it ACTUALLY work?? And instead of leaving it to dry for 5 minutes, or as my can says: 20 min, what if you left it for a week or a year? Would it still stick when the 2 items are brought in contact? I guess I could do an experiment. But I'm impatient.
Hmm, good questions. I can’t really say since I only used it within 2 or 3 minutes before I attached two pieces.
I wonder what happened to the channel. I miss it. So much passion in the creations and this man will forever have my respect. Top teir stuff. It's such a shame you did not blow up as you deserved so much more with the amount of awesome effort you put in. People with millions of subscribers don't put in what you do. I wish you the best man.
Thanks so much!!! I am so glad you liked the channel. Yeah, I got tired of grinding these out and being totally invisible on KZread. Oh well, I had a lot of fun. Thanks again.
@@BlackSheepProps I don't blame you for leaving. You did not get a return on your efforts so I understand. Im just getting into this kind of stuff and your videos are very informative, I have been learning alot. Edit: So I apreciate the videos you took the time to make.
Yeah, got burned out with little return for sure. I mean, a lot of people have watched the videos overall but it didn’t blow up. I was never showing up in people’s searches. Even when using exact wording no one was finding my videos. I was blocked form showing up in searches. I couldn’t break through KZread’s algorithm. I have an ETSY site that sells all of my templates for the builds and they are still selling so that’s cool I guess.
@@BlackSheepProps Thats great you can still make a buck off the templates 😊. I gave up on youtube with my old account too. Consistant quality uploads don't work and it confuses me how people with no skill or talent end up getting the attention.
Another Resident Evil prop!! Love it!! Those coils look incredible
Thanks! FOR SURE one of my top favorites! And one of my all time favorite details - the coils!!! TONS of time on the coils but super easy and worth the result.
hello! I'm looking for a replacement for plastic dip most of rubber coating I find is solvent based, plastic dip is also solvent based spray right, doesn't it melt foam?
Hi! I used plasti-dip on every one of my props and it doesn’t melt foam. Years later and my props are still in perfect condition.
that's great! I'm curious some people says don't use solvent based spray or paint on foam because it will melt foam or paint color, or just plasti-dip is kind of Exception?@@BlackSheepProps
OMG, I like the gradient looks It's hard to find videos painting gradient without spray, this is pretty informative thanks.
Thanks! Yeah, several of my builds have had gradient done without spraying. The Sonic gun from Minority Report and Star Lords blaster have the 3 discolored metal that occurs when metal heats up and causes it to turn red, blue and yellow. Check those out, they’re cool.
New to the channel. Ty for leaving you videos up so I can learn how to make some of these props
Enjoy!!!
I REALLY REALLY NEEDED THIS DEMONSTRATION, BECAUSE IM GETTING VERY SERIOUS WITH BUYING AND RESTORING SNEAKERS. IVE ONLY TRIED ANGELUS CEMENT AND MASTER PETRONIO ALL PURPOSE CEMENT . ANGELUS CEMENT IS CLEAR BEFORE IT DRIES ,BUT TURNS INTO A REAL FOGGY LIKE WHITE. IT WORKS GOOD AFTER YOU LET DRY FOR ABOUT 5-15 MINS,THEN I USE MY HEAT GUN TO LOOSEN IT TO ATTACH THE SHOE SOLES. THE MASTER IS TOUGH BUT IT IS THIS DARK BEIGE COLOR WHICH IS OK BUT SUCKS WHEN I OVER APPLY. IM JUST BEGINING AND UNDERSTANDING. I JUST WANT TO BUY THE BEST CEMENT AND KNOW HOW TO USE IT SO I DONT HAVE TO PROLONG MY SNEAKER RESTORATIONS.
Shrink ray minons 3d
I kinda want to make this just because of the fun graphics on it lol
Black Sheep Sisters!! haha, love it. I loved this film so much and I'm to see you made something from it!
Indeed, the sisters! Never saw the movie until last month on a flight I watched it and it was too cool to see it in the movie.
Some people dont have the time to watch a 2 part video waiting for you to mention what is the dimension of the shield!!!
Then don’t have to watch it. That’s cool.
I definitely will be using this as a reference video!
Awesome! I’m glad it will help you out!!
@BlackSheepProps where did you buy that insanely thick piece of foam?
I love your enthusiasm while building. I’m sure I’ve said it before but every time I watch a new vid (new to me) it makes me excited to build
Yeah, I watch them every once in a while and sometimes I say “ geez, I seem a little geeked out on that one”. I’m just glad somebody is enjoying them 'cause I sure had fun doing it.
Hi,was just wondering,if your using coloured EVA foam is there anyway to hide the lines that are shown even when you glue all parts together (take your time to response if needed) :D thank you
Hi! I mostly use only black foam. But even if I did use colored foam I would be sealing it with plasti-dip before I paint it. Plastidip can fill in some of the seams so they aren’t as noticable once you paint. And I also sometimes use something called quick-seal to fill any seams before I paint. But if you are using color foam and not planning on sealing and painting it then you might see some seams where two pieces attach. Watch some of the builds on my channel and see what it looks like when I seal a prop and paint it. It might give you a better idea of what I’m talking about. Watching the builds might also show you how to attach two pieces and not get a noticable seam.
@@BlackSheepProps alright thank you so much :D
If you gradually hear EVA hot enough, like in an oven, will it expand as it cools.
I have never noticed my foam expanding as it cools.
Did you ever send that email to GI Joe? 😂 Looks awesome so far
I SHOULD HAVE!!! It makes no sense.
Love all the little details you put on this build
Thanks! This was by far my least favorite build. BY FAR! But glad you liked it.
It's a shame none of these tutorials ever mention how much I should heat the foam. I don't know what temperature "nice and warm" is 😢
I hear you. Yeah, my heat gun is on max which is 1000 degrees - it’s ferocious! You kind of have to get used to how much to heat it. Not enough and it won’t soften the foam - too much and you can start melting it. But after a few times you get used to how close to hold the heat gun to the foam and how to wave the gun back and forth so it doesn’t stay too long on one spot.
@@BlackSheepProps Thank you for the reply! I always struggle with not getting it warm enough to shape it, but I'm paranoid of burning it. I guess I'll just buy a mask with a good filter and experiment some more.
Since I never heated my foam to the point of burning it I never used a mask. It can give off fumes but I didn’t do heavy amounts of heating foam. I also had a large work area and a fan next to me to blow any fumes away from my face. So I was never really in an enclosed area breathing the fumes. I also periodically opened my garage door to air out the room just in case. What little bit I could smell was not too much.
What size foam do you use for the giant pineapple grenade
Hi love the build. What glue is best to use?
Hi, thanks a lot! For contact cement I use the brand BARGE. And for super glue I use GORILLA GLUE.
@@BlackSheepProps thanks. Great tutorial. I’m going to order the plans. I’ve recently got a stormtrooper and I’m looking for accessories. This will be super when I build it. I’m trying source the EVA Foam in the UK. I’ve found most of the thinner stuff up to about 5-6mm thick. Trying to find some bigger stuff. 20-40mm.
What type of utility blade is that!? Bought the templates starting build as soon as the foam arrives!
I think you are referring to the yellow knife with the long blade? That is made by OLFA.
@BlackSheepProps that's it. Looks awesome and like it would good for dexterity. I tend to put a lot of pressure in the upper portion of my index finger. Which causes some finger pain for days after a big project like this. Thanks
I usually only use the OLFA utility knife for long straight cuts. And I grip it normally. But I do get a sore index finger when I use the xacto knife for a long time since that knife requires using the index finger. Check out my videos, they show using both the utility knife and the xacto.
Is this different than contact adhesive?
Not sure. It might be? The fact that it’s called “contact” makes me think it works the same way, but I can’t be positive. Sorry I can’t be more help. Maybe look up a video on youtube for contact adhesive to be sure.
How about making the Autonine robocop pistol
Resident Evil builds always catch my interest!!
LOVE the Hydra!!