Squidward Legs How To Build

[@dterium]

Yes. Measure from hip joint to behind the the knee. And then from behind knee to just below ankle. When assembled, double check against actor’s leg to verify length. Error to slightly longer. Too short will make the back shoes hover.

[@bullschuck8787]

After multiple failures, I think these might be good for cosplay but are not strong enough (or perhaps too heavy) for use in the musical. One good kick and that #6 screw for the ankle joint breaks. A few dance moves and the strap holding the shoes together fails.

[@asher6072]

what part of these is too heavy specifically? I'm planning on making them with pvc pipes and a back brace for support but am lookign for ways to alter the design to be lighter

[@bullschuck8787]

@@asher6072 The hanger strap on the shoes is heavy, but if you don't double it up, it ends up bending too easy. I've seen other systems that use a hinge that connects to the bottom of both shoes. I didn't get to see the legs that were borrowed from another production and used but they might have been a small door or cabinet hinge. Another heavy point is the boat connectors for the knees. I wish I had found something lighter for that.

[@angelmuffin1059]

Can you provide a full list of materials (and how much of each)? :) Loved the video, thanks so much!

[@aarongodlewski2840]

looking at making these, do you have an items list?

[@heathercollins4432]

We made these with all PVC parts - much lighter for a "Junior" version of "Sponge Bob." Notes: a support system is needed for the pants - we used a back brace and suspenders to really stabilize the legs....Also, more detail is needed on how the pants and legs are attached to each other - the video is not really that clear on how this is done....

[@sarahwilliams7212]

Looking for a set for a production next month...do you have a set available to rent or purchase?

[@heathercollins4432]

@@sarahwilliams7212 - We are currently using them for another production. They really arent't that hard to construct....

[@magistrelli93]

Hi! I'm not sure if you read comments any more, but we are desperate. 😅 My mom and I are trying to build Suidward's Legs for a highschool production. This video has been such a tremendous help and inspiration. However, we are stuck at the hip part. And have some questions if you don't mind. - what/how do the EMT brackets attach to besides the black canvas strap? I can see that they are zip tied to hold it in, but are they free floating after they've been zipped or is that canvas strap enough to support all the movement? Also - how far down are they attached to the hip? Do you recommend following the back pockets like you did, or is it just dependent on the prefomer? I know this is a lot, but any help or suggestions would be so greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance! ✨️💖✨️

[@KristenS.-nv7hg]

Do you sell these? I run a small community theater and we are desperately looking for someone to help us with Squidward legs.

[@bullschuck8787]

Where did you find a #6 screw long enough to fit across the heel? The shoes I'm working with would require a 3-1/2" long #6 screw, which I can't seem to find. Should I go up a size on the aluminum tube to fit a #10 screw?

[@miketraber]

10:33 Strap to leg connection

[@bullschuck8787]

Be careful in making these. They are relatively heavy and the weight tends to bend the hanger straps (note the quote "Had to double up the dress shoe brackets") in addition to putting all the weight on the heel of the performer's shoes. We broke one heel in the first two days of rehearsal. Also, that hanger strap is sharp!!!

[@jeffszymanowski9659]

Did the double brackets last?

[@bullschuck8787]

@@jeffszymanowski9659 No. We ended up getting a different set of legs from another production. The design in this video is too heavy and doesn't offer enough lateral stiffness between the shoes or in the ankles. We had multiple breaks during run throughs.

[@sarahwilliams7212]

@@bullschuck8787 Looking for a set for a production next month...do you have a set available to rent or purchase?

[@bullschuck8787]

@@sarahwilliams7212 I do not. Sorry.

[@barbaragallagher9470]

looks great. can you send a material list?

[@havendoestheatrestuff25]

When you cut the dowels did you measure the actors leg as a reference?

[@Jazz-fo4sf]

Did you add a harness or anything to keep the legs up, or were these just put on and taken off like normal pants? It seems like the back legs might need a harness to keep them up, unless I'm mistaken. Also, how much bend did these have?

[@dterium]

The actor just put them on like regular pants. And the knee joints allow to fully squat.

[@kcgap69]

We need help for our production are you near Chicago?

[@dterium]

@@kcgap69 i am not in the Chicago area unfortunately.

[@heathercollins4432]

We made these - a brace or suspenders are needed to stabilize the legs - otherwise, they are too floppy...