What SHOULDNT you use to line your fursuit heads? | Final Cut fursuit QnA

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[@BUGTHEBUGG]

@@SeaCritter3796 I completely forgot I did this whole comment up there- you just brought me back to this video tysmmm

[@eeehhh982]

Instead of duct tape, I prefer masking tape! It's less aggressively sticky, gives off less residue, and comes in smaller widths and thicknesses allowing for more accurate patterning. Pricing wise, it's cheaper but you need to use at least 3 layers crosshatched to make the pattern not rip when it comes time to peel it off.

[@tankoi1321]

I tried that and it works great! Although it kept popping off so i put a layer of duck tape over it.

[@Ecstacy333]

@@tankoi1321 you could also put multiple layers on top of it, if that doesnt work it may be your tape. Whatever works tho

[@erebosthemogoreg]

I have a common problem with tape popping off during taping up the pieces. It just really doesn't want to stick and this is like brand new duct tape every time. It just seems to hate foam.

[@Lesleylooz]

Masking tape is definitely the best, otherwise your fursuit will be 0.0 okay but okay 0.0

[@normal_person400]

u can just put some plastic before u put on the duct tape

[@rumtumtuggerstanmachine841]

I remember when I commissioned a relatively big name maker and was so excited, only to see when it got to me that they lined the head with minky. I remember thinking I was going crazy because surely such a seasoned maker wouldn't make that sort of mistake

[@foxdogwolfbird]

was it alright? I'm in the process of lining my head with fleece, and now I'm scared that it's gonna not be so good..

[@Talashazuwu]

@@foxdogwolfbird Your fursuit head is going to be EXTREMELY hot, but it’s not necessarily a bad thing. Before I discovered Lycra, all of my suits were lined with fleece and it was never a huge problem.

[@foxdogwolfbird]

@@Talashazuwu tysm!

[@hannesjakobs1982]

@@Talashazuwu Mine is lined with fleece aswell. If you wear a balaclava, its no problem but without it gets very wet. I dont think the fleece makes any difference in themprature, because there are layers of many centimeters everywhere, so there will be no aircirculation and with that no aircooling.

[@ctricac1d608]

i'm a super beginner fursuit maker but i've seen enough videos and tutorials to know you shouldn't line it with minky 😭 im currently working on my first head and the lining is lycra i'm pretty sure

[@RamcatUru]

Could have sworn darts in sewing were small triangle cut outs that get sewn together to create smooth curves, not marks on the pattern to show which pieces connect where.

[@mirror1643]

same mabey they are both darts

[@creator_of_messes3610]

@@mirror1643 Darts are indeed small seams used to shape fabric without full seams, the word you'd be looking for are notches which are either small markings or cuts inside the seam allowances to show where pieces line up with each other!

[@PilotLightKitty]

Correct, darts are when you make those cuts on the fabric and marks on the pattern (or piece when transferred) are called registration marks.

[@no1greg]

When I pattern, I’ll put R and L for right and left and then I’ll have a category within it. Like R: A, L: A and then for the front, R: A : 1, and the back is R : A : 2

[@doodledogproductions5563]

I use dollar tree duct tape. It's a very whimpy and weak adhesive and tape in general, but works great for patterning. I also stick it and peel it off of any scrap fabric to make it come off easily

[@RazzleEq]

People “yell” at me for tugging my fur suits ears etc and then skye is over here runnings hers over with cars 😂

[@Beute_Der_Strade]

a tip for USA suit makers is using painters tape for patterns, ever since I started using it all my patterns come of super clean and smooth. but yes our duck tape is mainly used on boats and planes.

[@NormOttdeer]

I had a good experience with my most recent head by doing a layer of painter's tape on the foam, then a duct tape layer to hold it together, it really kept its shape well and peeled off super easy.

[@wherestheparty-crawly]

😮 omg that's genius im gonna try that

[@Sunhallowsuits]

Thank you so much for answering my question. I see some people use cling film and I did for my first suit. It was nice have a more experienced makers perspective

[@serenitywholockscmander1736]

Bruh Im canadian and tried doing a pattern with duct tape and kept ripping my foam, while she had no problem, I was at such a loss lol. I clicked on this video for fun and when she said we Canadians have sticky duct tape I feel infinitely better lol.

[@alvinmitchell7468]

4:02 I think they meant that in the foam part foam doesn’t really like hot glue and I also have that problem lol not that it cames off after the fur part if that makes sense:3

[@FookOffM8]

My first foam base fursuit head I made got ripped apart by the masking tape I used on it, kinda glad i'm not the only one who ever had that problem. also, I used the clingwrap method on my fully furred dinomask and it turned out pretty well to be honest. It's pretty tight on the mask and I haven't had any problems with it being loose or anything. I'm assuming it wouldn't be the same experience on foam, though.

[@TwinklingAurora]

Yeah same here because you can’t really wrap a fursuit head with cling wrap. I used packaging tape before on foam and it came of easily surprisingly.

[@dom_cammm]

Okay ive decided it im i furry Idk why this is such a hated fandom though it pretty tame and accepting

[@clarycekoonce586]

WELCOME TO HELL! ENJOY YOUR STAY BECAUSE YOU WILL NEVER GET OUT!! 🖤❤🖤❤🖤

[@CorriTopaz]

There's a lot of misconceptions about furries. Some people think it's weird and don't like it, which is totally fine unless they're being mean to us for it. Anyhow, welcome to the community 💙🧡💜

[@dom_cammm]

@@clarycekoonce586 yayy

[@maxtehfox9161]

@@clarycekoonce586 lol, komidee

[@Kiptip]

I don’t know why ether I’m laughed at by many people and it’s gotten to the point to where my friends who would scream they murdered somebody if they did just won’t talk about the fact that they’re furrys

[@AlmightyDodorex]

Actually if you use a really cheap hot glue durability can be an issue with normal wear, you have to use a good brand like gorilla glue or something, not the cheapest stuff you can get at Walmart, I made that mistake and i have to use a lot of extra glue to get a secure hold.

[@tankoi1321]

Thank you for answering my question! Before this video came out i put a layer of masking tape and then i put duck tape over it.

[@FreakyFurryCreations]

Aw man I missed the premiere- thanks for these videos! I'm just too young to have a fursuit although I want one...

[@FreakyFurryCreations]

@@bouanara9379 yea

[@ctricac1d608]

i know this is from a year ago buuuuttttt, you could always make your own! there isn't really such a thing as too young for a fursuit! especially something like a fursuit head that is hard to grow out of. i'm 14 and making my first fursuit :D

[@drakenbakken]

If the tape I'm using is too sticky I just stick it to my palm before using the piece haha Works for protecting finished painted home products too

[@CorriTopaz]

Funny, I was thinking a little bit ago how to go about lining my fursuit heads, and found I got a notification for this

[@celia1087]

What kind of markers should I use when tracing the a pattern on fur? I don’t want the ink to spread when washing a fursuit, any tips?

[@benny5250]

Black sharpie, dont use any other color sharpie they will bleed

[@celia1087]

I see, thank you!

[@istolethispfpsorry485]

Or washable marker. For darker furs where marker won't show up you can use white tailor's chalk. I have disappearing markers but the ink doesn't last long though the lines are very precise.

[@eeehhh982]

Black or metallic silver sharpie only. If you're using super light colors and don't mind washing before sewing you could try with washable markers (CRAYOLA BRAND ONLY DON'T TRUST CHEAPER BRANDS). However, they also smear while sewing so it's only really worth it if you're working with some light fur you really don't want to stain.

[@trashman424]

I've had success with posca pens (acrylic paint markers) but they're slightly expensive. the white marker is definitely worth it though

[@user-qn3yq3ri8v]

my fursona has sort of "colgate hair" as my friends have said it. how can i get that sort of nice swoop look on the hair?

[@istolethispfpsorry485]

Mimic the shape when you make the pattern. Mugiwara Cosplay has a tutorial on making hair tufts.

[@Lyonix-the-maned-wolf]

hey sky! just a quick question with lining the head. What fabrics do you use to line the inside of the mouth - not the head?

[@Oa515]

My friend once lined the inside of their head with M I N K Y-

[@IzzySheep666]

I have a really important question. Is it okay to have polyester as a fursuit lining or it it not good at all? ,Like is a polyester balaclava alright? Im a first time maker and if anyone answers this asap ill be rlly happy :) ,

[@dragonden72]

I used ✨Blue scrap fabric✨ it works

[@questionablekumquat4484]

Thanks so much for answering my question! :D

[@Ecstacy333]

Ayy you posted this right after i had to go to the hospital and get stiches because i cut myself carving an expanding foam base

[@Poppy_C0rnYT]

What would you do if you let someone borrow your suit and they roped you off. Like stole it?

[@Pixel_ThePr0togen]

How to you make the eyes go in but without a 3d printer

[@xXspottyXx]

The mad skye on da Thumbnail is so cute xd

[@no_brain4761]

Thank you this is helpful!!!

[@Primzyy55]

I watched the premiere:)

[@zoethedomesticatedrat4389]

if the tape started ruining a head i would make it a bit wet and keep it together and wait till its dry (on the stickiest area)

[@RufusBoi2008]

Ah yes the skins in the background Beats the be-headed Dorito mooman

[@Blu_Bamboo]

this is a question that has nothing to do with the video but i was wondering if you've make a Panda/Bear fursuit head before?

[@ExtrysGO]

lycra is a good material for that?

[@Mathias_and_Mat_Emirates]

Does anyone know a tut on how to line a bodysuit

[@fireballdafloof3651]

EEEEEEE MY FURSUIT HEAD IS ALMOST DONEEEEE (its my first)

[@babyclown1371]

oo how's it going!!! I finished my first a couple months ago and am working on paws currently!!!! I can't wait to make new paws and eventually a new fursuit head because I've learned a LOT from making mistakes with my head and paws 😅

[@corinasgone]

Is cotton fabric safe for lining?

[@PilotLightKitty]

Yes, 100% cotton fabric is safe for lining and is actually a pretty good choice. I see many makers use it and it comes in lots of fun prints. It is generally considered good at wicking moisture and having good air flow through the fabric (Though please do not be mistaken by this phrasing. Still cut out things like eyeholes and a mouth for actual airflow so you can breathe while wearing your head).

[@kinggoldenfursuitter7309]

My friend I need a hug from you I was overwhelmed yesterday at my house I was really feeling hurt 😓😟😔😥😢😪😓😢😢😔

[@skiwolf3185]

Wait can I buy a ski mask thing that only shows my eyes and just cut out the mouth?

[@Bitter.Bones.]

2 years late lol but look specifically for a "lycra balaclava" rather than a ski mask as such, as a straight ski mask will likely be thick and make you hot and sweaty

[@Kyzerthetherapistdog]

2:00 pure aussie

[@callistadensonh525]

What does ur fur suit look like inside

[@KiraCreationsPeepsOfficial]

Tysm!

[@Kiptip]

Does everyone know where she gets the fur and foam?

[@roxywolfdragon1767]

AAAAAAAAAAGHHH THE TIKTOK GOT ME aaaaaaaaa I'm traumatized. I get the video but that hurt to see

[@kiethbrandon191]

Yuki is my friend from You're supporters

[@YeehawEditz]

Could you just wear those cooling ski masks instead of lining the head?

[@sidbutler6172]

Not me being half way threw lining the inside of my fursuit head with felt 👁️👄👁️

[@Finkgophyte]

I just noticed that Sky has a slight moving jaw

[@tweets009]

nice! im early

[@1TZ_M1KE]

OMGG

[@HugoSolisfraire25]

Omg😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮

[@Rand0mpers0n_142]

I wont a wiht head pls

[@CAELUSTHEPLANET]

*want *white and that’s not how it works

[@xoleag]

interesting.

[@rhemorse]

Oh shit I’m early :O

[@destinykenyon5927]

early squad! respond plz?