Soft Parts - Chimei's TB Build

[chimei]

so i've started the soft parts...got into the groove by sewing the pouches. there are two versions here. the one in the front has buckram to help stiffen it and hold the shape...the one in the back is fabric only. i think i'll remake the second one and put in the buckram.

 

i tried the flap, and didn't allow for seem allowence...ended up being 1/2 inch short in the width. try that again another day.

 

next weekend is the bund!

 

 

 

any feedback is welcomed.

[Darth Voorhees]

That looks good. i like the idea with the buckram..nice.

[chimei]

Ok...so i made my first set of pouches. i used the buckram again and they are holding their shape pretty well. the buckram is on the back, bottom, and two sides. the front is just frabic so it has some give. the back will keep a shape when rubbing/folding agains the moving cummerbund and chest plate.

 

first i ironed on the buckram. you can see how it will keep its shape...and still has a lot of mobility.

 

next i created a strip (3" x 6") that will hold the velcro that attaches to the chest plate, keeping the pouches in place. the cover flap will be sewn in front of that.

 

then i started sewing the sides and bottom.

 

and finally sewed on the cover flap. i had to remove it and shorten it about a 1/4", but it turned out great.

 

now i have to get the velcro and stitch those on so they will stay closed. the one on the left is a little deflated, making the cover flap look too large, but when i put some soft foam inside it should be just right. i'm pretty happy with how they turned out...