Star Wars Boba Fett Helmet : DIY How-To

Surprising my friend George my making a Boba Fett helmet (along with some other gifts). Subscribe to the channel: bit.ly/2SaaYmX
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My friend George is a really good friend and we've known each other since the first day of college. He was going to be surprised with his very own Boba Fett helmet and a few other things that were made just for him.
First thing I did was bring my son's helmet to work to show George and get him to wear it so I could see how it fit without him knowing what I was planning on doing. It fit perfectly, so I knew I could stay with that size.
I used the templates made by the Propmaster Robert Walker. They're free and he has a comprehensive video build series. I highly recommend all of it.
The son and I cut out all the templates and traced them onto EVA foam and then the foam was cut with a utility knife and then glued together with really strong contact cement.
Spackle and sanding were done to touch up parts that weren't as smooth as they could be. This step should have been done way later, but I got ahead of myself.
Parts of helmet where the visor would go got cut, with some areas of the foam staying to keep the shape of the helmet. A protective screen that usually gets put on safety helmets was cut to size and then glued on.
The helmet’s ears got cut on my tiny bandsaw in the garage. More of the contact cement got used. The wood on the sides also adds a little more structure and causes the helmet to not flare out as much at the bottom.
One of the big changes from the templates is my use of printed parts that were made available online by some awesome 3d modelers. Check them out here:
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Blue tape got put on both sides of the visor to stop it from getting scratched up or damaged during the rest of the build.
Some more sandpaper got used and the dremel tool dug in to make the iconic dents.
Removed additional material to round it out the top more.
Anyway, five coats of Modge Podge gives a great layer of protection, seals the foam and makes painting easier in later steps.
For the parts that are supposed to look like metal, I used a metallic paint pen.
The range finder stalk piece gets covered at the bottom by another part of the ear I call the ear cap and since the stalk might need to get tightened every now and then I wanted that cap to be removable. So, magnets got used to connect it to the helmet.
After that it was time for the first round of primer!
A few problem areas turned up so after that so there was some more spackle and sanding and then it got another round of primer.
By this time the tape on the visor was looking a bit ragged so I replaced it.
More masking, spray paint, repeat.
While waiting for the helmet to dry, the ear cap got spackeled, sanded, primed and painted too.
The range finder that goes on the end of the stalk got painted and then assembled.
The template for the stripes on the left side of the helmet got cut out, traced onto blue tape and then that got put onto the helmet. Since Boba Fett's stripes are a bit dinged up from all of his countless Star Wars, masking fluid got put on in some areas to help achieve that effect. After painting, all the masking material got removed.
After a day of drying I took it home and hand painted the black.
Even with decent masking, some of the areas needed to be touched up.
The triangles got painted by hand with a tiny brush and then all of the graphics and symbols on the helmet got drawn or painted too. All of these little details add up, so just like everything other step, it's worth taking your time and doing it as good as possible the first time. And if you're nervous, just practice on another surface until you build up some confidence to work on your final piece. The tape on the visor got taken off for the final time, a few more details got taken care of and then all of the battle damage got done with a paint pen.
Once the range finder got put on, the helmet was good to go! All we had to do now was take it for a test run. Actually...we took it for a test walk. A test dog walk.
If you don’t have the time to make a Boba Fett helmet for one of your good friends...a quick note or email or text or saying something to their face are all really good options. People appreciate it when you let them know you are thankful for them!

[@nocturnal7345]

I was expecting a straight tutorial of a Boba Fett helmet, but I got a wholesome one instead.

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, hopefully that's a good thing!

[@PepperDog76]

Not everyone deserves a friend like you but everyone should strive to deserve a friend like you. Good, good stuff.

[@MakeForOthers]

+PepperDog76 glad you like it, thanks!

[@Milk-be4zn]

This is so complicated, I wish I had the integrity, patience and skill to do this. Good job

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks Normie!

[@gablava9099]

Man you seem like such a good person George is lucky to have such a good friend

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks Gab!

[@OliveGarden420]

This was so hecking positive

[@MakeForOthers]

+Olive House thanks Olive!

[@bajumbusbajumbus7644]

You have no right being this wholesome

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, thank you!

[@drummerbb3660]

This was super wholesome! You and your son walking the dog together in mando cosplay was so adorable!

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, thank you! We had a good time doing that. Thanks for watching!

[@tastydeaths]

this vid is so professional i cant believe u only have 680 subs and thanks for the tutorial i needed a mandolorian helmet for my cosplay

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks for watching and good luck with your build, have fun!

[@silviofoj]

More than a DIY Boba Fett's Helmet, you gave us a lesson of friendship, good will and patience. You are a good friend, Dave. Greetings from Brazil! Hope you safe. Stay home.

[@MakeForOthers]

Silvio, thanks for watching and taking time to write the incredibly kinds words! Really appreciate it. Hope all of you are doing well in Brazil too...I am staying home! Thanks.

[@turbkeysamdwich1880]

This video is oddly really wholesome.

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks Turbkey!

[@amateurbuilds682]

Ok I don’t understand why you don’t have more subscribers. Because you deserve more. I’m subbing

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks!

[@jefffrandsen3134]

Dave, Thank you for the video.. This has to be the best DIY video I have ever seen, Your commentary and tips are awesome and entertaining, and the fact that you give credit where due speaks volumes about your character. I haven't looked at anything else you have done yet, but going there now. Just wanted to make sure to let you know great video and I look forward to seeing more in the future.

[@MakeForOthers]

+Jeff Frandsen thanks Jeff! That’s a huge compliment and I really appreciate it. Thanks for taking the time to watch and give feedback.

[@litoinjapan7747]

That was a really cool build and how thoughtful and heartwarming to make it for a good friend. Well done!

[@MakeForOthers]

+LitoInJapan thank you!

[@RayshellChill]

I love the photo in the range finder.

[@MakeForOthers]

Thank you! Adam does too.

[@theexpress7448]

You need more subscribers. This was a very well made video. Great job

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks Nolan! Appreciate the kind words and you taking the time to watch. Have a great day!

[@jessekummer7093]

Awesome job! As someone pretty deep into Boba Fett costuming I can confirm that we call them ears too!

[@jensovadina5954]

Man,what a legend friend you are . that was so wholesome and cool, heckin loved it

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it!

[@eliasripley2357]

What a great gift for your friend George. Smashing build and paint job man. I'm currently building a Rocketeer helmet, but absolutely intend on attacking Boba or the Mandalorian next. Sweet video

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks! Rocketeer helmet is sweet, good luck with it!

[@bionic.rooster]

WOW! I think this is all I can say...I am not that big a Star Wars fan (my kid is, hence this video) but I sat thru the whole thing. You put a lot of work and might I add love into this project. I loved all the positive comments about being a good friend. And I am glad we got to see George's reaction!! Do you make these for sale? Great job and way to go! Oh and happy early May the Force Day!

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks Shawn! Appreciate you and your son checking it out. I don't make them for sale, but do think there is one coming out through Hasbro's "The Black Series" line that you'd be able to buy. Thanks again and hope tomorrow is fun for you too!

[@snowa375]

compact yet comprehensive. very nice!

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks Snowa!

[@gwincheese]

youre such a sweet friend!

[@MakeForOthers]

+gwincheese thanks!

[@SDogu]

the man who makes everyone boba fett

[@MakeForOthers]

ha ha, working on it!

[@keeganthomas3762]

Thank you! Gives me a great cosplay idea because I am planning on going as the Mandalorian for any cosplay events!

[@MakeForOthers]

That's awesome, have fun!

[@wyattbruce7363]

Great video, man! My friend and I are going to start working on mandalorian costumes once this whole quarintine thing is over so this will be very helpful to us.

[@MakeForOthers]

Awesome, that sounds like a fun project to do with others! Until then, stay healthy. Thanks for watching!

[@AJStarhiker]

Mandolorian Mercs? I just ordered a helmet to start my first armor set.

[@MakeForOthers]

@@AJStarhiker Nice! Have fun!

[@dezz1706]

That's so great. Ur video quality is amazing, u deserve way more subs👍👏

[@MakeForOthers]

Thank you very much!

[@dezz1706]

U r welcome

[@Nick-hm9rh]

Amazing work Here are a few tips on your way 1# get a heating gun and heat parts that are round like the top dome. Makes it faar easier 2# if you have the time and Interest, make a mold of the Helmet and then you can just make Resin casts of it in an hour and you got one helmet more ( not really a tip but a idea) 3# wear a respirator while working with barge and when sanding EVA

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks for watching, glad you like it! With your tips (thanks for them): 1: We got a heat gun since making this, it's awesome! 2: Definitely want to play with molds/casts 3: Weather permitting, we open up all the windows and have the fan going full tilt when working with the barge. Otherwise we'll have masks on. Regardless, that point should have been made (same with the EVA). Thanks!

[@thepropmasterwithrobertwal6186]

Your helmet looks great and thanks for the mention! I really like the concept for your channel and look forward to checking out your other videos. Great work

[@MakeForOthers]

+The Prop Master with Robert Walker thanks so much! Really means a lot. Appreciate the time you took to make the plans and the awesome instructional videos. Thanks for sharing your time and talents!

[@MattiePride]

That is so nice! You seem to be a really caring and amazing friend. And sometimes the best present to give yourself. is to give to others. We need more people like you. And the helmet is very nice too. :D

[@MakeForOthers]

Thank you!

[@joseasdrubalquiros72]

Great work for a great friendship!

[@MakeForOthers]

Thank you very much!

[@TrevorRS05]

Love it dude! And the picture of his wife on the thing was genius!

[@MakeForOthers]

+Trevor RS05 thanks!

[@larryblack5963]

I might do this, but make it clean like boba’s armor in the mandolorian.

[@MakeForOthers]

Awesome, have fun!

[@rat7856]

Listen, this video was amazing, and you only have 628 subscribers!? That's crazy! I really enjoyed. Keep it up!

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks Corgi!

[@alexab4545]

Very well done video! I may have to ACTUALLY attempt to make one now haha Thanks so much for sharing!

[@MakeForOthers]

+Alexa B thanks, please let me know how it goes!

[@frostfyrezero1830]

I came here from the Punished props video since it appeared on my recommendations. It was a very in depth vid, and I enjoyed it very much!

[@MakeForOthers]

+Alex Hudson thanks for watching and the kind words, really appreciate it!

[@bobahyde2290]

What an awesome guy! Amazing job! This is the way.

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, thank you!

[@edwardrecord5305]

Thanks for the excellent video. I make a lot of props and when I come up with my next project I always fish around for some good videos to see what other people have done. Thought I’d say thanks for the really fun video, you’ve given me some really useful tips and ideas :)

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks Edward, have fun making your next project!

[@LovroLovesRock]

Epic video! :) How thick is the red foam you put on the helmet (the one around the visor/eyes)?

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks! I think it was 5mm.

[@redfawn6229]

Rush is amazing

[@MakeForOthers]

Agreed!

[@alghoul2514]

“This is not the tutorial you are looking for”..... oh wait it is! Great Job!

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, thank you very much!

[@roshnidave2030]

Very detailed and helpful!! Thanks so much for this video ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@MakeForOthers]

Thank you!

[@Hartigan0809]

great video dude, im gonna try it. you seem to be lovely person and a good friend, loved your work, keep it up!

[@MakeForOthers]

+hartigan 9 definitely give it a go and thanks for the kind words!

[@geebo2724]

Thanks man, gonna try a jango fett helmet using these techniques!

[@MakeForOthers]

+Pogi 27 very cool, have fun doing it!

[@RestorationAustralia]

Great project well done.

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks!

[@danielstark6027]

This was such an awesome video, thank you so much. Also, do you happen to have a template that I could use to make my own?

[@MakeForOthers]

Hey Daniel! Thanks for the watching. In the description I linked to Robert Walker's build videos and plans (they're great) that I referenced for my build. Have fun!

[@danielstark6027]

Thank you so much!!

[@foster-fg8vc]

This was so wholesome

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks!

[@vanilla12gorilla]

That bacon made me hungry 🤤

[@ericgerman3836]

This is awesome!

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks!

[@dblankenship6947]

Thanks for sharing.

[@MakeForOthers]

My pleasure, thanks for watching!

[@thelstjawa9101]

Your so amazing you inspire me so much !!!

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks!

[@brickuniversity7195]

This was really cool to watch and very thoughtful to do!

[@MakeForOthers]

+Brick University thank you!

[@lukelowe3450]

Yes George

[@russhoward3037]

This is so f*cking wholesome!!!!! I love it! ❤️

[@MakeForOthers]

ha ha ha, thanks!

[@THE_Mothmannn]

Howdy! Your helmet looks perfect! I have a Boba Fett helmet myself it's a Rubies Deluxe and I Just wanted to ask what should I do/use to darken the visor? Do I use a protective screen as well? Also How do I make sure the visor doesn't fog up when I wear it?

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks for watching! The visors I've worked with were tinted to begin with, but the video series I referenced (by Propmaster Robert Walker) used window tinting material. That could help. As for fogging up I'm not sure! It hasn't been a problem when we've worn it for short time periods in mild weather.

[@THE_Mothmannn]

@@MakeForOthers Thanks for responding! And I'll be on the lookout for the fogging situation

[@josuebenitez3352]

This is so wholesome😭😭

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, thank you!

[@johndear6440]

Very nice job ,can you make a storm trooper helmet. I want a friend like you. "Be a some body like you or got a friend like you is a precious thing in this world". Old spanish proverb .

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks for watching John! The storm trooper helmet is definitely a project I've been considering. Have a great week!

[@dylanbha5407]

Is it fine to use regular paint instead of spray paint?

[@MakeForOthers]

Hi Dylan! I applied paint with a brush for some of the areas and to touch up other parts. For me, it worked for this project. Good luck!

[@mylodzn8842]

such an underated channel! nice video [:

[@MakeForOthers]

Thank you!

[@Joe-wv7pv]

Stumbled across this and have to say GJ!

[@MakeForOthers]

Thank you!

[@bogart213]

You're awesome!!! I wish I was Goerge

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks! And you're right...it would be cool to be George...he's pretty cool. Thanks for watching!

[@Dylster501]

Came for the armor stayed for the excellent life lessons

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, thank you!

[@-ZEMOSGATE-]

Impressive...most impressive!

[@MakeForOthers]

+ZEMOS GATE ha ha, thanks!

[@drummerbb3660]

Hey again! So I plan on using these templates to make my own helmet. I finished printing them out and cutting them, but I was unsure of the size. What scaling did you use? I made sure the templates were scaled to 100%, and it's on regular printing paper. Did you have to scale it up for the adult size, or did you simply print it at the default 100% scale?

[@MakeForOthers]

100% scale has worked for me. Have fun!

[@shopletics4572]

Hey really nice work 🙂 I’m trying to make a full fiberglass set right now!

[@MakeForOthers]

+Shopletics sweet, hope it goes great! We used fiberglass on the jet pack and it worked out really well. Lightweight and durable. Thanks for watching!

[@dogeplayzchannel5282]

This is amazing I wish I had one

[@rejectloyalty]

This video should have way more likes and you should have lots of sub

[@MakeForOthers]

+supreme_XD69 really appreciate your kind words and thank you for watching!

[@Guer1lla_Gamer]

The helmet before u applied details is still accurate

[@HBGarageyoutube]

Subscribed! This is great

[@MakeForOthers]

Thank you!

[@emilyreneau5785]

i realy wish i had one badly

[@MakeForOthers]

It's always been helpful to me to remember that the first time I make something doesn't have to be the last time I make it. So, try your best with the tools and supplies you have and go from there. Thank you for watching!

[@blorkensoft]

11:36 Every dad's goal!

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, yep!

[@Mr508films]

can you do a Stormtrooper Helmet, or a Rebel Fleet trooper helmet?

[@MakeForOthers]

+Mr508films I’ll try, thanks for watching!

[@yoamal1187]

This is such a cool gift, i would love to have, and i learned some things! Thanks!

[@MakeForOthers]

+yeetus doritos thanks!

[@theplacetobefunnyvideos562]

Wicked amazing

[@savagefam1205]

Looks great (:

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks!

[@KIRA-yb9rj]

wow great work:)

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks!

[@georgesulea]

That is so nice, and so very cool:)

[@MakeForOthers]

+George Sulea thanks!

[@AlexanderRivera23]

I can definitely ride it around with my bike right?

[@MakeForOthers]

Definitely not!

[@AlexanderRivera23]

@@MakeForOthers 😅

[@Keatonluce]

I love it I I could have one like it

[@MakeForOthers]

You totally could, give it a try!

[@Thatoneguy40939]

This guy is nice

[@loskiff]

Hi! Very nice job indeed! What is the thickness of the foam? Thank you!

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks! The main shell is from exercise mats. About 1/2 an inch thick. The other stuff (if I remember correctly) is around 5mm (much thinner). Hope your build goes great!

[@harribannister1783]

Where did you get the boba costume for your son?

[@MakeForOthers]

Hi Harri! Thanks for watching. Most of it we made together. We did buy toy gauntlets (they launched foam discs) because we were running out of time before Halloween that year.

[@harribannister1783]

Thx

[@Smeeeeegs]

Can I use the template you have for this helmet with cardboard or just foam?

[@MakeForOthers]

You can definitely use the template with cardboard. Only thing to keep in mind is the difference in material thickness. The foam I used was about a half inch thick, so if your cardboard is thinner you'll end up with more room on the inside of the helmet (not necessarily a bad thing). Make sense? Also, saw your icon is a loot llama, awesome! Did you see the episode where my son and I build a loot llama out of cardboard? Thanks for watching!

[@Smeeeeegs]

Make For Others oh lol!! I will check out the loot llama episode definitely!! Thanks for the info! I’ll end up making this boba helmet.. I don’t mind having some extra room inside the helmet because I want this mostly for display. Thanks again man!! I subscribed for sure

[@MakeForOthers]

@@Smeeeeegs Cool have fun!

[@KingJake-om7yq]

Maybe, but cardboard is a lot more stiff so it might be better to use a peppacura dome

[@janettaguirreja]

Hey do you do the jet pack targeting device

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, maybe another time!

[@janettaguirreja]

@@MakeForOthers thanks and I ment to say hey not ha

[@dinodar8765]

Great tutorial, been thinking of doing this for a while! Can you do a tutorial on how to make the jet Pack? I glimpsed it on your son’s costume and it looks amazing

[@MakeForOthers]

+darren86420 you should try it! Thought about doing one for the jet pack. It might be a little while with the other projects going on. Found a pepakura (papercraft) file and put fiberglass on the inside to harden. The missle was turned on a lathe by a friend and the rocket engines were 3d printed. Took a while, but definitely worth it. Thanks for watching!

[@Jeerin_]

You should have used a breathing mask for using the contact cement

[@MakeForOthers]

Thanks for watching! Weather permitting, we open up all the windows and have the fan going full tilt. Otherwise we'll have masks on. Regardless, that point should have been made. Thanks!

[@christopherdrekr1078]

No the fumes make the process more enjoyable it's my favourite part.

[@pwiest2545]

"Hi, my name is" You Eminemed this :D You are a good friend : ) Thumbs up m8 ^^

[@MakeForOthers]

+Pwiest Playing thanks!

[@pwiest2545]

@@MakeForOthers You are welcome ^^ Have a nice day!

[@MakeForOthers]

+Pwiest Playing you too!

[@Vegeta-1125]

jeez if you made this out of metal it would have been sooooo much harder good idea going with foam

[@MakeForOthers]

No kidding! It would be really tough and really cool! Thanks for watching!

[@Dorizono]

Quick question, for those not in availability of 3D printing access, is there a way to buy the ear pieces already printed?

[@MakeForOthers]

Hi! There are some printers where you can send the file and they will print (then ship) for you. Hope this helps!

[@Dorizono]

Make For Others good to know! I’ll have to look around for some.

[@MakeForOthers]

@@Dorizono If you can't find anyone local, there are printers online. Good luck!

[@Smeeeeegs]

Could I have the templates please? Have been looking everywhere and can’t find them

[@MakeForOthers]

Definitely, there's a link to Robert Walker's video series and templates in the video description.

[@rh2racing]

Where did you get the visor plastic?

[@MakeForOthers]

+RH2RACING if you google “tinged Hobart face shield” it should give you some options. Thanks for watching!

[@spacetick1305]

Can I build me a bounty hunter helmet like the Mandalorian please

[@MakeForOthers]

You totally should!

[@michaelhardy9750]

Hi how much would you charge to make one

[@MakeForOthers]

+Michael Hardy hey Michael! Not sure, but there are a decent amount of people on Etsy (and maybe Ebay?) that make them all the time. Hope this helps!

[@kesselsauer4441]

This is Grevious. Say Hi to Grevious. He covers his mouth when he coughs despite being 3/4 robot and on a ship full of robots. Be more like Grevious.

[@MakeForOthers]

Always wondered why he coughed.

[@jaredpritchard4991]

Friends like you are very hard to find

[@MakeForOthers]

+Jared Pritchard that’s incredibly kind, thanks Jared!

[@Scary_Snail129]

I’m happy I found this channel

[@MakeForOthers]

Glad to hear, thanks for watching!

[@leon_redgrave]

Why dont you colour it silver first and then put glue on it Let it dry and then spray it green again

[@MakeForOthers]

Hey Grusel! The glue went down first since it takes spray paint better. I used the silver paint pen after the green because it was easier for me to control. But, there are all kinds of ways to do it...so whatever works best for you is great! Thanks for watching!

[@leon_redgrave]

@@MakeForOthers looks Great anyway^^

[@BadFools]

Note: This is just my opinion | I would like if you dressed up like Jango Fett while someone else dresses up as Boba Fett.

[@MakeForOthers]

Ha ha, that would be fun!

[@BadFools]

@@MakeForOthers ; )

[@benvizolo74]

What kind of Mod Podge did you used for the helmet?

[@MakeForOthers]

+Ben Vizolo i used the “classic gloss” for this project...it’s amazing how many kinds there are!

[@user-pq7ie1zb1q]

One day i will make clone helmets of the 501 for me and my friends

[@MakeForOthers]

Sweet!

[@szczupakson3692]

Hi I watch this video and i would like to do that helmet but i don't know what materials you used

[@MakeForOthers]

+Szczupakson 369 thanks for watching! What parts of the helmet (there were a lot of different materials used) would you like to know about?

[@szczupakson3692]

@@MakeForOthers I need the plans.

[@MakeForOthers]

+Szczupakson 369 there is a link in the description to Propmaster Robert Walker where he gives the plans and talks through the steps in detail on his KZbin channel. Hope this helps!

[@szczupakson3692]

@@MakeForOthers THX ;-D now I can make all boba fett armor

[@MakeForOthers]

@@szczupakson3692 Awesome, have fun!

[@vexxinghush2237]

Hi, where is the stl file for the vent in the back of the helmet?

[@MakeForOthers]

Looks like the one I referenced is no longer available where I had found it. Found an equivalent version here: www.thingiverse.com/thing:1270720