krewkid82's ESB W.I.P./501st shenanigans(BH-42090)

[Krewkid82]

Ya I know boochman he can paint really good! I plan to use the jewelry pin method as that the most popular one.

 

[Jetpackfett]

Looking incredible so far! You gotta love the ESB paint job. I used jewelry pins as well and it’s woking for me so far. The only thing I can say is be sure to put some strong glue to hold those things on. And order locking backs for them and you’ll be set.

 

[Krewkid82]

Ya I plan to use jb weld and the locking backs with the allen key locks.

 

[Jetpackfett]

JB weld is some good stuff! Sounds like a solid plan to me

 

[Krewkid82]

Here is some test pieces of fabric that I tried weather. I don't have a airbrush so I usedwhite tshirt material, water spray bottle, and black and gray primer. The one of the left is without dabbing the material. The one on the right is from dabbing the material to itself. I'm soo nervous to do this to my flight suit! Any advice would be appreciated!!

 

[droidbait]

Here is some test pieces of fabric that I tried weather. I don't have a airbrush so I usedwhite tshirt material, water spray bottle, and black and gray primer. The one of the left is without dabbing the material. The one on the right is from dabbing the material to itself. I'm soo nervous to do this to my flight suit! Any advice would be appreciated!!
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I recommend getting acrylic paint and dilute it in spray bottle with water. Mix it well in there so its pure black water and no acrylic chunks. If you dont the craft paint will clog the bottle. Anyways you can mist and do light coats and dry it and get it to your liking. Spray paint is oil based and when it dries it makes fabric all crusty. And it ruins the fabric, so good looking getting the paint off if you add to much. (I learned from my mistakes)

 

[Krewkid82]

Thanks Droidbait for the tip! I will be ordering some paints pretty soon.

 

[droidbait]

Thanks Droidbait for the tip! I will be ordering some paints pretty soon.

Yeah man! This build is fire so far! Can't wait to see it fully put together.
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Oh yeah and when you get the acrylic and stuff keep testing on spare fabric. Until you're comfortable in actually doing it to your flight suit. But that you probs already know.

 

[Krewkid82]

Thanks dude I appreciate your comments! I will for sure keep testing on spare fabric. Hopefully I can get tested and get everything painted

 

[Boochman]

Acrylics and spray paint are really the only weathering I’ve done (with the exception of airbrushing my gauntlets). They are easy to work with, and CHEAP. Go to your local Walmart and pick up the Apple Barrel acrylics! Just make sure you pay attention to the finish. I started doing my boots with gloss black.

Such a finely dressed Boba, indeed...

 

[Krewkid82]

Got a sweet update tonight from AFFO$: He has almost completed the armor! He said he has to finish the "jaster" symbol, apply some dark gray to the collar and back plate, and then some mistings of dark gray and anodized bronze to further weather all of the pieces. He said that wouldnt take long. He should have all of the armor (minus the gauntlets) finished this week!! Super stoked!!!

 

[Jetpackfett]

Oh that’s great! Can’t wait to see a test fit!

 

[Krewkid82]

i know im sooo ready to try everything on lol!

 

[BudaFett]

Nice! Very exciting time!

 

[Krewkid82]

Thanks Budafett! Cool to see you here on my thread! It is super exciting can't wait for a try on when things start arriving.

 

[Jetpackfett]

i know im sooo ready to try everything on lol!

I know! I’m soooo close to being ready for test fitting on my build and I’m so excited!

 

[Krewkid82]

Got another update from AFFO$: He has put on the dark gray on all the pieces. His attention to detail is insane!!...everything is looking good!!

 

[Krewkid82]

Gotta new update!: AFFO$ coming through again with his awesome skills!! He has all of the armor weathered. The detail from the pictures looks insane but I want to see this armor set in person already lol! He still needs to apply the "Jaster" symbol, install the knee darts, and paint the collar studs to 501st specifications. I also ordered my ee3 blaster and bucket fans so those will be on there way in a few weeks.

 

[droidbait]

Gotta new update!: AFFO$ coming through again with his awesome skills!! He has all of the armor weathered. The detail from the pictures looks insane but I want to see this armor set in person already lol! He still needs to apply the "Jaster" symbol, install the knee darts, and paint the collar studs to 501st specifications. I also ordered my ee3 blaster and bucket fans so those will be on there in a few weeks.
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Dang that's fresh.

 

[Krewkid82]

Lol thank you Droidbait!