So recently I've started custom fitting patterns to my body shape, which can be rather hard with your own body and a mirror, since every twist and turn you make, makes it move. Anyway I've wanted a dress makers mannequin for a while now however they're rather expensive! Around £130 to be precise. So I found a tutorial online to make a duck tape one. So if some of you are you in the same predicament like me why not give it a go and make your own.
You'll need:
- Patience.
- Enthusiasm.
- The willingness to look silly.
- An assistance who doesn't mind getting in yours and you getting in their personal space.
You'll also need:
- A Fitted T-shirt (the longer it is, the longer your mannequinn can be!)
- Duct Tape
- Scissors
- Kitchen Roll
- Pillow fluff
- Foam Board (1 sheet)
- A sturdy hanger (as seen in the video below) or the base of an old lamp.
- Material of your choice.
Follow the video for the basics. However feel free to go off course and make your own changes and decisions.
If you do opt for the lamp stand you'll need to use a more substantial base. To do this tape the foam board to the base of your mannequin. Once the board is secure poke a hole in the bottom and place the pole in the center.
There you have it your own personal mannequin!
Remember if you do find having a headless duct tape mini you in your home scary at night use a glue gun to attach some fabric.
Here's my mannequin >
Here's my mannequin >
Until next time folks... Keep stitching!
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