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Hiding Worbla Seams – Video

Posted on July 18, 2018January 17, 2020 by Amanda

Pretzl Cosplay shared this video explaining how she uses extra scraps of Worbla and a sanding tool to hide her seams created during joining pieces, especially when they are built using the sandwich method.

VideoPosted in Priming, Smoothing and Painting, The Basics, Tutorials, VideosTagged seams, smoothing

Preventing and Removing Air Bubbles with Worbla

Posted on August 10, 2017March 22, 2022 by Amanda

Kat at HealtoDeath shares a video explaining how she prevents air bubbles when working with EVA foam and Worbla, and also offers more detailed advice on popping bubbles that do form. Take a look!

VideoPosted in Tips and Tricks, Tutorials, VideosTagged air bubbles, getting started, smoothing, tips and tricks

Filling in Gaps and Seams – Video

Posted on December 9, 2016March 17, 2022 by Amanda

9Flame Creations showed this handy trick for smoothing seams or gaps in your Worbla using scraps and a butter knife.

VideoPosted in Priming and Smoothing, Priming, Smoothing and Painting, Tips and Tricks, VideosTagged getting started, smoothing, tips and tricks

Flexbond Resources

Posted on July 21, 2016December 8, 2017 by Amanda

If you’re looking for more information about how to use Flexbond or how it holds up on different surfaces, we’ve collected our information here!

Posted in FlexbondTagged priming worbla, smoothing

Flexbond Test and Review – “…And Sewing is Half the Battle!”

Posted on July 21, 2016January 27, 2020 by Amanda

“…And Sewing is Half the Battle!” ran Flexbond through the paces and gave us this fantastic writeup, covering both Foam and Worbla use.

Posted in Flexbond, Priming and Smoothing, Priming, Smoothing and Painting, TutorialsTagged priming worbla, smoothing

Using Fiberglass Resin to Smooth Worbla – Video

Posted on November 9, 2015March 17, 2022 by Amanda

The awesome 9Flame Creations shared this video showing the process of using fiberglass resin to prime or smooth your Worbla before painting for a smooth finish.

VideoPosted in Priming and Smoothing, Priming, Smoothing and Painting, Tutorials, VideosTagged fiberglass, priming worbla, smoothing

Using TranspArt as a Protective Topcoat

Posted on June 10, 2015December 6, 2017 by Amanda

A simple tutorial using TranspArt as a protective layer on Worbla to create a thick, glossy finish that can’t be damaged.

Posted in Priming, Smoothing and Painting, TranspArt, TutorialsTagged finishing, Shield, smoothing, TranspArt

Creating a Smooth, Shiny Finish with Transpart and Worbla’s Finest Art

Posted on June 10, 2015January 15, 2020 by Amanda

Worbla’s Transpart makes an excellent top layer to create a perfectly smooth and highly glossy finish for your armor and props.

Posted in UncategorizedTagged finishing, smoothing, TranspArt

The ULTIMATE Priming and Smoothing Guide!

Posted on April 29, 2015July 15, 2019 by Amanda

Looking to ready your Worbla for painting? Here is a breakdown of the common methods for priming Worbla, their pros and cons, and what might work best in your situation!

Posted in Priming and Smoothing, Priming, Smoothing and Painting, TutorialsTagged getting started, smoothing

Smoothing Worbla – Video

Posted on February 4, 2015October 28, 2019 by Amanda

The excellent Coregeek Cosplay and Creations (FB) gave us this quick tutorial on getting super smooth Worbla.
He’s now shared this video explaining the process and showing the various stages of smooth you can achieve with primer, shellac, gesso and of course lots of sanding.

VideoPosted in Priming and Smoothing, Priming, Smoothing and Painting, Tutorials, VideosTagged smoothing

Smoothing Worbla and Wonderflex

Posted on October 23, 2014December 4, 2017 by Amanda

There are multiple methods for prepping Worbla for painting, and Monki Maker shares a great writeup on their preferred method.

Posted in Priming and Smoothing, Priming, Smoothing and Painting, TutorialsTagged smoothing

Fixing Seams – Video

Posted on October 13, 2014December 4, 2017 by Amanda

Rhaya Cosplay shared with us how to fix seams and repair damage to Worbla pieces.

VideoPosted in Priming and Smoothing, Priming, Smoothing and Painting, Tutorials, VideosTagged getting started, seams, smoothing

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