norcalscout

Just added some small radio shack fans to the helmet for use with 9V batteries. Used hot glue to secure them in. The area where they are mounted allows pretty good airflow and still allows you to open the helmet.

They are 1 inch seems

Quick update, I have finished my scout build. I will be getting some high res photos soon but for now I just wanted to give an update on my cummerbund. I had to make two because the first one ended up being too tight which is the one on the right. Here is a quick shot my 4yr old daughter took of me yesterday. My first outing will be at disneyland for mickeys halloween party in OCT. Thanks everyone for the knowledge and assistance. I look forward to becoming part of the 501st!

Sounds like a good idea. I think on this glossy stuff I could probably even use some soapy water with a spray bottle to make it slick to guide it through.

OK one boot is done. I think it came out pretty good. Big thanks to the boot tutorial and everyone on the boards. One more to go and then just have to wait on the KS helmet. The only issue I have with this vinyl is that it is pretty hard to sew due to the fact that since its glossy it tends to get stuck on the sewing machine at times. I think a thin piece of transparency paper or thin fabric which tears easy would help with that. I think the second boot might come out a little better since I usually get better with practice.

Here is a quick update I am currently stretching the 2nd boot but I think I need to use a larger piece of vinyl since in the boot tutorial it shows the vinyl ending around the rear heel. I can always make 2 sets of boots

The vinyl is no thicker than the marine vinyl and when heated it's pretty flexible. I'm mainly working the boots on the weekend so I should have another update soon. I have all the other pieces ready to put together but am wondering what type of glue/adhesive everyone prefers. I currently have e6000 and 3m

Here is an update. I finished the pouches well not totally finished, I still need to add the velcro to the flap.

Hey everyone, I picked up some glossy vinyl at Joanne fabrics the other day. I saw their marine vinyl but I also saw this glossy vinyl that almost matches the look of the pvc armor molds so I chose the gloss. Ill update this thread when I am done with the boots. I know its probably not screen accurate but we will see how they turn out.

Still on sale if anyone is interested.

I just picked up a UA heatgear balaclava from UnderArmour.com You can get free shipping right now with code UAMAR06 Not the greatest discount but it helps if you dont want to drive to a store. Price was only 16.99 plus my california tax. I couldn't find this any cheaper online. Hope this helps your scout wallets out there that are still in the building process like myself.

I made this pouch today. I haven't made the beige flap yet so that is why I was testing out the white one that is in the photos. I left some extra fabric on the top of this one to add velcro and then I am assuming everyone sews the flaps to the inside of the back of the pouch and then fold it over the front as shown, is this correct? Thank again for your help

Hey whats up everyone. This is my first post but I have been scouting the forums for a while With all the information on the site I have taken it upon myself to learn how to sew which i never in a million years thought i would ever do. Here are a few photos of the work in progress. the white pouches are tests for size and fit but I am wondering how is the top of the pouch put together? I am planning on sewing the flap to the back side so that it will fold over the top and cover the front as shown in the photos but what is most screen accurate? Let me know what you guys think. Oh yeah keep in mind I just taught myself how to sew like a week ago.