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[Ventus Fall]

I am requesting this topic not to be locked unless requested. I am still in the planning stages of this fursuit which might result in inactivity of this post. However it is really up to the mods.

If it becomes locked due to inactivity, feel free to request it being unlocked again. We don't manually lock all threads. Threads that haven't been replied to in a while automatically get locked.


1) Anyways, polyester should be fine, as long as you do hand-wash, if I recall correctly. It can shrink in the wash if you're not careful, but that's with a lot of fabric types
Other thin and light-weight fabric you could consider:
spandex, nylon (although I believe this isn't really good when being around fire and stuff >-> as it can melt), cotton, velvet, chiffron (might be a very good alternative), and well... silk or silk-like stuff.
2) Springs are better to use, as rubber deteriorates pretty fast over time, depending on the type of rubber, thickness, etc.
3) It depends what you prefer. I don't think I can stand it if my fingers are that far apart and my hands 'lift' a large wing, increasing 'pressure' on my hands and fingers. In the end it's still heavier than no wing But that's preference.

[guest22811]

Thanks Nori and Ventus! I'm using spandex, it's stretchy


I feel so bad for not updating this topic lmao;
The head is already made    and right now, the wing is nearly done *cries that I have literally not even uploaded my reference sheet yet*


However, I have a question. I want both of my wings to be removable if I need to use my hands in an emergency. I've currently made them separate, however there is this membrane part that connects to the side of the suit. What do you think is the best way to do this?
I can either
1. Just sew it on anyways and pull down my arm sleeves when necessary. This doesn't satisfy what I want though since thats detaching, not removing.
2. Use magnets, which imo is not strong enough
3. Use a hook type of thing but that would be too visible and annoying


Here is a badly drawn MS Paint diagram of what I'm talking about.

Black: Body
Red: The removable section
Blue: the connection point


Please give me as much suggestions as possible!!! :0
If I end up not thinking of anything I'll just sew it on (#1)

[Ventus Fall]

What about using (push ) buttons or velcro?

[guest22811]

What about using (push ) buttons or velcro?

Oh my gosh, that is such a great idea how come i never thought of that
Thanks so much 

[Ventus Fall]

No problem, glad I could help x3
Let us know when you've finished the wing-problem part and tell us what material you used? ;D

[Nori]

I second velcro! For my bat I made slits in the wrist, made a little flap to the cut would be hidden so I could pull my hands out and still keep the wings on.

[guest22811]

What about a zipper? I feel like velcro isn't going to be strong enough


@Ventus I'm using spandex    It's perfect

[Ventus Fall]

I've come across good and bad velcro, no matter the size of it. It really depends.
Zipper is also a good valid option, but might be harder to handle when in a fursuit, especially from those sides you want

[Nori]

I use very good industrial veclro from a specialty store, I have trouble prying it apart the first few uses
I second what Ventus said, zippers are good, but if you're still wearing your suit it will be very difficult with the fur and fabric getting caught in it.

[guest22811]

I went with velcro!


This probably sounds ridiculous, but I literally just finished the suit 3 days ago 


Like,
the entire suit.


It's weird how I never even bothered to update this forum post, probably because I couldn't be bothered to take photos.


I went outside in suit with my mom yesterday
The place where I suited was at the lobby area of my mom's apartment. I was absolutely terrified at first; I mean, me, a 14 year old, was literally in a gigantic bat costume running around. However, there were a few children around, and things soon turned more fun than scary

Here are some photos!



With wings spread out 




Sorry for the horrible lighting





Any harsh critique is appreciated! It will help me very much with any suits that I make in the future


Thank you everyone for all the help and support!!!

[Ventus Fall]

That looks... AMAZING!
SO COOL.
Turned out great!

[guest22811]

That looks... AMAZING!
SO COOL.
Turned out great!

    Thanks!

[Fable]

Oh my gosh that is so cool! I love the wings they look amazing.

[Nori]

EEPPP so good!! What did you end up using to support the wing 'fingers' ?

[guest22811]

EEPPP so good!! What did you end up using to support the wing 'fingers' ?

aaa tyy xd


For the fingers:
I don't know what it's actually called, we just had it lying around in the shed. It's some sort of plasticky material that bends when pressure is applied. Kinda like a fishing rod. They're actually quite light.
I used a wire coat hanger for my pinky fingers though because I didn't have enough length of the rod left and had no idea where to buy it /