Kylo Ren Fabric

[astralrayn]

I just tried dyeing the first cream/white fabric (70% wool, 30% cotton) It didn't accept the dye completely even though I added vinegar (wool needs the acid in vinegar to accept dye). I ended up with caramel brown. So that one seems to be a no-go. A shame, because the weave wasn't too bad even though it's still far from being perfect. : (

A custom option would be real good right now... can't imagine that it'd be hard to move 50+ yards. (I mean, if the Galactica crowd can move hundreds of yards of flight suit material, the Big Bad of the new Star Wars should be super easy.) Just for fun, I might check with a couple places here in Sweden, since "monk's cloth" comes from here. (I'm guessing it'll be crazy expensive though.)

What kind of dye did you use? I know dye exists that is specifically for wool but I've never used it. Wool also likes to shrink in hot water which scares the heck out of me. I'd rather just buy custom. I imagine we could even move 100m of the stuff.

 

[Sni9er]

I have not had luck finding a metallic fabric paint that doesn't look like children's glitter. Does anyone have a lead for where one might buy that?

in my opinion the fabric is not actually metalic its just coated i.e wax coated which is giving the shimmer in the light it's hard for me to comment more as i couldn't see it in the flesh

 

[JOATRASH FX]

in my opinion the fabric is not actually metalic its just coated i.e wax coated which is giving the shimmer in the light it's hard for me to comment more as i couldn't see it in the flesh

Precisely. If the production actually had it woven, then I would also assume that they actually used waxed thread instead of coating it afterward. Side note: Waxed cotton is also often mistaken for leather since it shines so much. (For example, a lot of people thought that Nick Fury's coat in Avengers was leather because it was so shiny, when in fact it was waxed denim!)

 

[Sni9er]

Precisely. If the production actually had it woven, then I would also assume that they actually used waxed thread instead of coating it afterward. Side note: Waxed cotton is also often mistaken for leather since it shines so much. (For example, a lot of people thought that Nick Fury's coat in Avengers was leather because it was so shiny, when in fact it was waxed denim!)

ditto for Gamora !

 

[StacheAwakens]

Well everyone contacting joanns was a bust they don't have basket weave and recommended other styles but as we all know that won't cut it. Back to the drawing board. Anyone else have better luck?

 

[faille]

You may also want to look for tweeds or boucle like commonly used for Chanel jackets. It looks like there are a couple different weights of yarn in the warp and weft, so you may not find what you are looking for in just a basket weave.

I know this is way off, but this is the kind of fabric I'm talking about: http://www.hiwtc.com/products/boucle-tweed-fabric-ay6002-66083-13872.htm


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[StacheAwakens]

That one couldn't work I dont think.

 

[MProjects]

Cant wait to get this material!!

 

[StacheAwakens]

I believe I found the pattern on amazon but it doesn't have that upholstery sheen to it. I posted my finds a few pages back

 

[Hanslow]

I believe I found the pattern on amazon but it doesn't have that upholstery sheen to it. I posted my finds a few pages backView attachment 470270View attachment 470271View attachment 470272

Only way to really know for sure is for someone to order a yard or two and photo reference it

 

[StacheAwakens]

I'm asking a friend who has friend that is working on the film to see if they can give us anything worth a shot.

 

[DarthOrdnen]

I believe I found the pattern on amazon but it doesn't have that upholstery sheen to it. I posted my finds a few pages backView attachment 470270View attachment 470271View attachment 470272

Has anyone seen a chenille at their local store, Would a chenille be too fuzzy and soft? I saw a few today, but breezed past them because they seemed a little too much like a loose minky fabric, but I have no idea what paint and wax will do to change the texture and the way it moves. Does anyone know?

 

[StacheAwakens]

Im on the site who sells this I am just going to call maybe they can help more.

 

[StacheAwakens]

I ordered a swatch of it hopefully I can match it.

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http://www.fabricempire.com/chenille-solid-basket-weave-black-fabric-59-wide-sold-by-the-yard.aspx

 

[Hanslow]

Looks good to me, can't wait to see what you come up with. I was just about to order swatch as well.

 

[StacheAwakens]

I didn't do rush not about to pay close to $20 for a sample. So hopefully it gets here fast.

 

[Hanslow]

I didn't do rush not about to pay close to $20 for a sample. So hopefully it gets here fast.

I noticed that I was like O_O lol. Hope it gets to you soon!

 

[StacheAwakens]

I am going to an armor party on the 2nd with the san joaquin garrison here and Im meeting with the guys who will be making the bucket and saber for kylo as weak they haven't started the soft goods search they're leaving that to me. I will send pics of what they have so far if they bring the items.

 

[Speedtospare]

I will be contacting a few custom fabric shop in the area over the next few days. I will post my findings.

 

[StacheAwakens]

https://youtu.be/yo3ery6eCuY

Here is video I got at the exhibit