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Layout Foot length Jacket Cape

How can I make the lower part of a jacket behave like a cape? The real thing might not be as dramatic as the image. An exoskeleton might be needed to make the costume behave exactly like the animated version. Heck, even the animated version is coded…
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How would I identify the type of paper being used in a folded origami?

If I was looking at a piece of origami on display or somewhere where I cannot feel it, how could I identify the type of paper being used? I do not need specifics.
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Smooth ends of steel wire after cutting it?

I'm cutting steel wire and inserting one end into a wooden base and the other end will be exposed and used to hang items from. I believe it's around 16 gauge, possibly larger (I can't measure it right now). It's important to me that the exposed end…
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How to flat weave (n) strands

I'm trying to make flat weave scarves and blankets. It occurred to me that you should be able to flat weave any number of strands with about the same method. For a scarf I hope to flat weave 15 strands since I suspect the process would be most…
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Why can't you tool chrome-tanned leather?

It seems to be common knowledge in the leather working community that chrome tanned leather doesn't work for tooling, I.E. carving and debossing, but I've never seen any explanation as to why this is so. What properties does chrome tanned leather…
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What is the most effective stitch for fabric gloves?

Whenever I hand sew gloves from fabric, I use the familiar straight stitch when sewing in the fourchettes & thumb. However, this usually doesn't last long: after a short while of wear, these stitches loosen and holes form. What sort of stitch can I…
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Complex plaster molds for ceramics

I've got a shape that I want to have cast but I don't know how to achieve this: I know the basics of regular casting but this shape has an open interior. The picture is the master shape. How can I make a plaster mold for it, in order to be able to…
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How can I convert a stick pin badge to a butterfly clasp?

I have a badge which uses a stick pin attachment piece like so: However, this is quite a tricky mechanism to use and align properly, so I would like to swap the stick pin for a butterfly clutch like so: How could I go about doing this? Is it…
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Raising the bobbin thread doesn't work

I am just learning my Singer Inspiration 4210 sewing machine. I've had some good luck with it so far, got some basic stitching done. Then it jammed up on me, I had to pull it all out and tethered the bobbin and now I can't raise the bobbins…
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What are some DIY simple tools to use to make a model scale home?

I am interested in architecture and have been wanting to design a house/building and then create a model for quite some time. I just am now able to do this, but I am not sure where to start. My current resources are Walmart, Home Depot, and…
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Is there any way to uncrush an empty toilet paper tube so that it's circular again?

I have a lot of empty toilet paper tubes, that I'm using for a project (see my previous question). However, sometimes, before I have a chance to staple them, the tubes get crushed. (I keep them in my room and I'm not the most neat person...) They…
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Glue/Stick printed labels/stickers onto fabric

I have boxes made from MDF which are covered with some fabric. I'd like to print stickers/labels and stick/glue them onto those boxes (and thus onto the fabric). I have an inkjet printer capable of printing on photo paper. The boxes are to be used…
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Remove duct tape adhesive residue from fabric

I have an article of clothing that had duct tape on it at one point, but after pulling off the duct tape residue remains. I've debated buying Goo Gone but I am worried about discoloration. The fabric is all black, no patterns. What would be the…
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What is the name of the rigid plastic cord in this hem?

I deconstructed a bag/pack in an attempt to sew one from scratch and the hem had a rigid plastic cord that helped it keep its circular shape: The best I could find after some time googling is that it looks like "welting cord", but the examples I've…
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What type of plaster should I choose for a block-carved plaster sculpture?

I'm stuck with choosing the type of plaster for a sculpture I'm planning to carve out of a plaster block. The names under which they sell plaster tend to address their purpose in construction and don't really tell me much about their properties.…
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