How-to make a Body Form, Threadbanger Projects

[@sophiescuriosities30]

Wow. The video quality takes me back to watching tv in the 90's! Love threadbanger!

[@arose92795]

It's like they were totally different people back then...

[@htc8272]

Yea

[@ollieoleander]

ikr

[@Brohomiemandude]

It's scary how different the are 😟

[@arose92795]

No kidding

[@htc8272]

Yea

[@uschilou]

Omg watching in 2015 reminiscing about old school threadbanger. You've come so far Corinne and Rob!! I love threadbanger!!

[@mislizz1310]

i know

[@nolifenoprob7822]

Me too!! I love them old-school and modern... I just love sm!!!!

[@Simplesoap]

@MarvelArisen indeed!

[@VaniaKatherina]

Why is Rob so polite in this video? where are the cuts? the blood? the middle fingers? What kind of Rob is this?

[@tricksonthemind8971]

This is 2009 version of Rob

[@Diatribing]

Van Rivera And the cursing don't forget the cursing

[@Misscleooo]

Van Rivera this was made when KZbin just started. Things were different then people thought they had to be more polite and tv acceptable like pg content. 2017 KZbin is clearly way different then when it first started now they can actually be themselves and it's okay. Hope that makes sense lol but that's why

[@puppyluv-dj2pq]

sarah brown I know. no offense to them but I like them better now.

[@AztaTheGreat]

Mandela effect

[@rmcdaniel423]

Whether you use paper tape or duct tape, I highly recommend making a personalized body form. This is especially true for the GUYS out there that do costuming for cosplay, historic reenactment, halloween, theater, and so on. Yes, we do exist. And no, fabric stores typically don't give a crap about us. You're not going to find a "dress form" at JoAnne's that will work for a 6'1" 210 lb dude.

[@elleshellmo]

I did not expect that the best tutorial for this would be a threadbanger video from ten years ago.

[@katherinenicholes6578]

The OG tutorial!!! Found you guys in middle school and been watching ever since ❤

[@frugalnanny]

I am old enough to be your grand mother, but I am totally impressed. You have motavated me to pull out my sewing machine and get back to sewing. I was crafty when it was not "KOOl". Thanks for bringing out the crafy in all of us old girls.

[@AngelaSmith2030]

Ive seen several tutorials because im considering making one and this one looks the smartest diy version.. Its nice to know they havent lost their flare over the years

[@tlyria]

This is genius! I watch all the videos read the bb and try as many projects as time permits. This one recycles and saves me money while giving me something better than I could buy, since it will make a perfect me! Thanks once again Thread Bangers for making life affordable, fun, and green all at the same time.

[@KatBlaque]

The Rob and Corrine I fell in love with.

[@ShopeeMarketteam]

It's weird to see that they used to do all these clothing related stuff compared to the present content, both of which are still great though, and I finally understand why the channel is called ThreadBanger and the scissor snips also make sense now.

[@yalimoski]

This was from 2009!? Rob looks like he's 12!!! 😂😂😂

[@unn694]

Monickitty Cat It was uploaded on 2009 but I doubt he's 12.

[@KDADDYSGIRL]

You guys are AMAzing! Im impressed with your work and These projects are inexpensive ! I love it!

[@nikkiashendorf5508]

That is super amazing! I need one so bad and they are sooo expensive to buy one. You could do this for yourself and even make ones for each of your friends or clients, put their names on them and get them out when needed! Super cool!

[@jaasub22]

You guys are Amazing!!!! I love your ideas. As a beginner in sewing and not having much money to stock up on fabrics your DIY projects are just what I need. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.

[@candisrrt]

I have always wanted a bodyform in my measurements and just knew it was too expensive. This is great!!!!! FYI: I am 46 and love crafting and I look forward to your shows every week.

[@jamoky]

that was the shizzle !! OMG...your vids keep getting better & better... I am SO favoriting this one...please don't ever leave youtube!

[@hoopiniky]

Thank you so much!! I've wanted a body form for so long, but couldn't spend the money on it!! This is going to help so much!

[@mesquitemagic]

You guys are amazing! I just found your site last night and I LOVE it! I am SO doing this project as soon as I find a space to put it, lol.

[@sticksandstones713]

It's so crazy to see such an old video of you guys!!! I made a duct tape dress form a few years ago and honestly hated it. It ruined every single pin that got near it. But recently I watched another one of those videos and some people in the comments were talking about making one with water based tape to avoid the issue! Went searching, and I found this relic. Can't wait to try it out!

[@1Toffeey]

Your videos are so much fun to watch...lots to learn and very helpful and informative. I am Subscribed !!! Love it.

[@yourmentalnotes]

You have NOOOOO idea how awesome it was to watch this video! Thank you!

[@ExistentialGirl]

That was a great tutorial. I made one a while ago, cause I have a particularly difficult to fit body shape, but I made it out of plaster bandages. I did the same thing they did here, but with just one layer of tape to get the basic form, then I covered it in plaster bandages, wetting them and molding them. It made for a really nice form, though I must admit it doesn't hold pins too well. I'm gonna make one of my huge pregnant belly, too!

[@novagray4143]

I've been subscribed for a year. I actually needed this totural..... wow.... they cared once

[@annapassanante1887]

Tip: if you have an old foldable music stand take the top off and extend it to full length and you have a stand and "tree" to keep it on

[@mystarlightsummer]

your channel is like my fashion Holy Grail!!! I keep referring to it for info on everything!!! I also love the t-shirt referb ideas!

[@mozzarellablue]

oh my god. this looks so awesome!! i've been trying to find a cheap body form somewhere but couldn't find anything! im gonna try this.

[@notasoutherngirl]

I had an urgent need for some small people body forms for use and display for my recycled aprons but little ones are big on staying still for too long. so i preformed the duct tape versions. but the stands are my favorite - used messed up CAMERA TRIPODS. They are about perfect too.

[@neonpistols77]

I'm going to do this!!!!!! You guys are the best thing that has happened to the DIY fashion world. =D

[@KatieCottingham]

Wow. Ten years later... Baby Corrine and Rob! They were so adorable!

[@brittanyroldan4158]

I'm watching this in 2016...oh my life is fun

[@dawnfowler6911]

+brittany roldan ME TOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!

[@katyhoward7218]

me to :)

[@maraenaleroux629]

+Dawn Fowler ME TTTTHHHHHRRRRREEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@sanderpost6193]

YUP

[@redjack2629]

Yeah, I miss when Threadbanger actually had anything to do with clothing...

[@ddbenne1]

Great idea thanks for all the ideas...I am just starting the pinch and pin technique for a friends shirt. Can't wait to see the results

[@sophiaberetta1739]

This was super helpful! Thankyou soo much ThreadBanger!

[@DonettaBurney]

Love this. Cannot wait to make this dress /body form. Love it!

[@ChiCatastrophe]

As a newbie cosplayer, I'm so using this when I get the money to make this.

[@OoohmaGosh]

wow i just discovered you guys but I will be back... very innovative, resourceful, creative, oh ya, all the good stuff! Did I forget to mention sustainable and my favorite: cheap!

[@clovell]

Having done several of these, we found warm water seemed to stick the packing tape better. Also if you are very curvy and busty, the in half strips are better around those curves...

[@mumsez]

C Lovell The gummed tape - as its called in the UK - comes in different widths so having a narrow roll would save a lot of time. Wet it enough with a sponge dipped in warm water to be pliable; if you soak it, it becomes messy to use and takes ages to dry. You can always wipe over it with a damp sponge if needed. Removing any stuck to the table is done by soaking it again and lifting it off. Useful for those who haven't yet made one. ;)

[@siennapsannis6228]

rob looks 12

[@laurinerohl9169]

I'm impressed, really. You have great ideas!!!

[@Sweetpickledhearts]

YAY! OMG! I was totally thinking about needing one of those the other day...but didn't know how I was going to acquire one! Thanks threadbangers!!!!!!! (clip, clip)

[@zimmawoman]

you guys are so creative! this is so inspirational thanks

[@lyrialzander]

Great tutorial! I especially liked the People for the Ethical Treatment of Christmas Trees section.

[@SuchaCaligrrl]

You can also go to the hard ware store or your nearest wall mart and buy a metal shower curtain rod the good thing about these is that they adjust in height, and if you do not have a tree stand you can use and umbrella stand, these you can get in different designs or just a cheap one will also do the trick.

[@SpaceBandit666]

Just made mine! Its pretty good with the packaging tape, the only thing I would have different is use a thinner plastic bag (used a thick one and it made layering difficult) to make my body form more accurate. Overall, I just saved about $100+ by not buying a factory made mannequin, so im happy. Maybe in the future Ill buy a professionally made one but because I dont sew too often, this is good enough for me!

[@mscherrybomb96]

It’s 2017 and this is the most help dress form videos!

[@sewandsew61]

@pemchem u can just lay it on a table or u can go 2 staples and get a pole. then just put the form over the pole. hope that helps!!

[@MojaveMuse]

would love to see you guys re-do this one with the fancy new cameras and lighting

[@theelittlespook9309]

damn professional, no cussing, and injuries......who are these people

[@NatCat1997]

I miss this. I grew up with this show!!

[@olguitam8596]

This reminds me of those 90's documentaries I'd watch in my middle school sewing class

[@ItsPeij]

Seems like you could use PVC piping and make the pole and stand easily too!

[@MrManny90]

I Love this! I have been wanting a body shape of my own for awhile now, but never bought one cuz they're expensive, but this makes me so happy...I am so about to do this! Thank you! :~D

[@punkmonkey123]

I miss these guys SO MUCH!

[@rosey4exclaim]

Yaaaaayyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for this!!!!!! Most adjustable body forms you get don't have the right measurements for me (I'm top-heavy), so this is awesome!!!!

[@mafaldareina]

Excellent idea. Thanks for this tutorial. Regards from Ecuador.

[@elizabethwest5949]

Use bandage scissors to safely cut the body form off the model. Not regular scissors.

[@Otakugatothequeen]

A lot changes in seven years, huh? XD

[@LottaTroublemaker]

I got an adjustable form on eBay for $58. I wanted it more pinnable though, so I gave it some padding, padded out the chest a bit for more natural form and made a new cover from some sweatshirts. Now it looks real professional and is perfectly my shape - and it was quite cheap... :)

[@rorkimaru]

Great video! I was just about to do the duct tape one but it looks like I'll be going down this route instead. I'll probably go round the 2nd hand furniture adds/shops to hunt down an old hat stand to use as the stand tho.

[@eternal8song]

i stuffed mine with newspaper instead of fabric scraps and that worked pretty well

[@3838bbla]

"paper packaging tape" is what is written on the real product @ Staples. In the instruction it mentions 1)fiberglass reinforced 2) gummed adhesive seals with moisture. 2.8inches*125 yards about 7.99 dollars. In case anyone wants to get it.

[@sarahsutubeusername]

love all the recycled aspects especially the stand. I made one a long time ago with medical plaster tape but i didnt consider the stand and I ruined it. I was going to get a dressmakers dummy but I'm half small and half medium, and they're pretty expensive to make a mistake purchase and still not necessarily be the right size or shape, saw the uniquely you pinnable forms, but there is a self making element involved... so I figured... why am i just not making the whole thing myself anyway.

[@abcabcee]

Awesome body form tutorial. Could you possibly introduce us to organizations that work abroad in 3rd world countries? Stufff like taking the products made in a rural community and bringing them here to be sold. My mom bought a purse, some placemats, and some jewelry that was made in a rural village in Africa and the proceeds go to helping the community whether it be education, clean water, etc. Thanks! you guys are great!

[@4everfighter]

great job on the dressform. I will have to try. keep up the information

[@cloudystrwbrry]

Jesus 2009? this channel has been around for a long time

[@salty_pearl]

Corrine's gotten so pretty!

[@eszmeraldajazminkovacs4418]

omg, you changed a lot since this video :D

[@dmmf43]

Wow, what a great idea!!! So creative!!! Now, to find the friend who would help me make it. Thanks!!

[@orenishii28]

I wanna try this. Might I suggest perhaps going to the hardware store and getting a length of pvc pipe. You can get it at a bout 2in diameter most places. I doubt a bunch of people keep a tree trunk around. Don't know what to do about a base for it though. Gotta think about that some more.

[@leighgearhart2841]

I was gonna make a form out of duct tape, but I love this idea better:) GREAT IDEA! I think after I make the form, im gonna put a thin layer of foam or batting to I can pin the patterns to the form.

[@oneBshortofanitch]

Bamboo Pole for the centre works well too

[@sassy808]

I might actually make this. A dress form would make sewing for myself so much easier.

[@brontezunis6195]

this is so cool! i think i'm going to do this thanks Threadbanger!

[@Nadia0200]

YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING! I AM SOO GLAD I FOUND YOU!!!

[@UKMumfromthepool]

Great idea, and much more attractive than the duct tape version!

[@foxymardy]

Corinne I loveee your hair!

[@papermason]

Could also use an old broom or mop handle for the base, etc.

[@deannagillespie8705]

you can totally use packing tape too... they make packing tape "scuptures" and they are pretty strong!

[@jcjchicago]

i love you guys...threadbanger project is the ish jcj design chicago

[@jgamble0007]

Old bags, of any kind are great!

[@LeenaCruz]

Thank you, Thank you, I wanted to buy a model form but I don´t know where, now I can make it! Thanks Threadbanger :D

[@NE15ILL]

rob loveing the new hair ! it suits u . very nice X

[@jgamble0007]

You can get a standing lamp for about $15 at wal-mart. If you don't have scraps you can also use used bags,

[@joyoustil92]

Enjoyed your Video on making the dress form with paper tape..Thank you

[@mercymile]

I have an old standing floor lamp that fell apart, I plan on using the bottom half plus the base for my dress form stand.

[@Emily-jj9fd]

WOAH BRB WHILE I CRAWL UNDER A ROCK AND CRY

[@christinecasey-blake2763]

I really like how you did that

[@bluestickystuff1184]

Oh my god rob using the circular saw without cutting himself!

[@lestats1stlover]

Only that's not Rob.

[@bluestickystuff1184]

Dianne Grant I realised that a few minutes later but forgot that I had commented! 😂

[@claraabelha]

OMG they were normal

[@talayahem3924]

The old threadbanger was so weird WHEARS THE BLOOD, CURSING, AND MIDDLE FINGERS!?Something is wrong with rob, he didn't cut himself with the saw

[@talayahem3924]

TrashAsh it was someone pretending to be him!!

[@caitlinschneider7484]

talaya hem I know!

[@OctoberRust777]

JESUS, WAS THIS FILMED WITH A TOASTER?? DAMN, YOU BOTH LOOK SO DIFFERENT AND YOUNG, OMG, IT'S ADORABLE.

[@madameDupoux]

omg i am grateful for you guys. thanks!

[@corinnahalfhide]

Love, love it! Thank you, I'm gonna make mine now!

[@tessdekleijn566]

I'm watching this in 2015

[@carolinetripp4404]

Ha me too...

[@louevans7010]

Me to

[@Nemodog]

Yuppers

[@nerdygoodies8408]

Same

[@janellehodgson6650]

Yup

[@GodStarRevisited69]

wow, thanks for teachng us how to save dollars, recycle reuse and be creative ! You al RAWK! way to go! cheers!

[@whengirlsexplore8034]

wow you guys have really inspired me!

[@LauraBellini]

Now that's awesome, a body form for almost nothing! I've always wanted one, thanks so much for the tutorial. *snip snip*

[@pinknightmare7467]

2019. Why tf is this actual GOLD?!?!

[@malanne1]

Very informative.. can't wait to try it! Thank-you!

[@redmonkey54]

you can buy the water activated packing tape at an office supply store like staples.