Started my v3 gauntlets today. Saw a video by DaliLomo DIY and attempted to do that, but rather than using craft foam for the leather texture, figured I'd just use pleather.
It worked fairly well.
The zipper is definitely the way to go. And it worked great until I zipped it up and the toggle to zip it up came off.
So, I'll make a trip to this store nearby and get some more zippers. Definitely gonna put some fabric on the inside as well to make it a bit more comfortable. Then do something like the tactical Batsuit gauntlets and add on an extra part with the fins. Like these from John Ninco:
I also figured out a solution for my cape situation. Which was to use a t-shirt to get the structure of the collar right. So, thank you Mass Effect: Andromeda t-shirt. You will be missed.
Also found a good valued muscle suit from Zentai-Zentai that could be good for people on a budget and can't afford a Flex Design one. Obviously won't be anywhere near the quality, but better than nothing.
https://www.zentai-zentai.com/standard-muscle-suit-provides-a-nice-athletic-tone-products-3553.html
Additionally, decided to commission John Ninco for some Batfleck boots for this costume as a Christmas present to myself. Can't decide if I wanna ask to leave the fully black or get the gold details added in, open to suggestions.
Slowly but surely this costume is getting there.
- Robin will fly again