Jedi Costume Question

Baris_Alrisul () · Posted: Thu May 16, 2019 6:10 pm Post subject:

It is also worth reaching out to your local base. A lot of Bases have folks who are happy to help folks learn costuming skills. I am not sure how active the base is in your area, but I know there is a super active saber guild temple an hour from you, so there is probably a fair amount of Rebel Legion activity as well.
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Caitlin Jacques (she/her/hers)

Alpha Base BMO
DL of Eadu Delegation
Pride Squadron Mod

Leia (Senatorial, Ceremonial, ESB, and Marvel Jedi)
Resistance X-wing Pilot (Human/Pantoran TFA and Briefing Room)
Jedi (Human/Pantoran)
Depa Billaba
Amilyn Holdo
Jawa

mrg149 () · Posted: Thu May 16, 2019 6:13 pm Post subject:

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mrg149 () · Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 12:13 pm Post subject:

Far far away outfitters? good?

undertunic dickies, approved?
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– Yoda

Baris_Alrisul () · Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 4:57 pm Post subject:

mrg149 () · Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 6:02 pm Post subject:

mrg149 () · Posted: Sun May 26, 2019 7:34 pm Post subject:

would these pass muster?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011KP1PAW/?coliid=I27MRT5MTL68I5&colid=12291NHZU1MUC&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015EYSYTU/?coliid=I394GTVRUU8QQQ&colid=12291NHZU1MUC&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
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“Heeded my words not, did you? "Pass on what you have learned." Strength, mastery, hmm... but weakness, folly, failure, also. Yes, failure, most of all. The greatest teacher, failure is. Luke, we are what they grow beyond. That is the true burden of all masters."
– Yoda

Cobalt-60 () · Posted: Mon May 27, 2019 10:29 pm Post subject:

they WOULD be accepted for generic jedi.

but they come with more of a warning than a recommendation LOL
the quality is just not really on par with other vendors.

that belt is a sort of stamped sheet vinyl. it's basically plastic.
I had this same belt but it fell apart on me.
I saved the button studs and buckle, but I threw the rest away.

it also came c/w those same pouches. the pouches are made of urethane foam.
you can see the hinges and belt clip are attached to the foam with screws...
..but in my case the foam was not dense enough to actually "catch" the screws.
so the screws tore out leaving huge holes behind. they didn't last a single troop.

(also, the paint application is not very even, so the color of the foam can show through the paint...
I believe, in certain cases, the judges have asked for these to be repainted -- it sort of depends on the luck of the draw)

so Yes! they can be accepted for generic jedi ... but I can't actually recommend them (from past experience).

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IMO this is the best 'bang-for-your-buck' jedi belt from a commercial vendor.
I have two of them (anakin and obi-wan) -- these are accurate enough to be accepted for Face Characters (not just "generic jedi").

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Star-Wars-Prop-Obi-Wan-Jedi-Belt/173380090871

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Star-Wars-Prop-Anakin-Jedi-Belt/173836082743

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mrg149 () · Posted: Sun Jun 09, 2019 2:30 am Post subject:

Figured I'd start simple and picked up some 3D printed food capsules for my costume (gotta start somewhere). After some sanding and priming I hand painted them Testors Flat Aluminum. Here is the question. Would anyone suggest some weathering or should I just hit them with some clear satin coat and call them done? I figured for a generic Jedi, only 1 color would be ok, right?
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“Heeded my words not, did you? "Pass on what you have learned." Strength, mastery, hmm... but weakness, folly, failure, also. Yes, failure, most of all. The greatest teacher, failure is. Luke, we are what they grow beyond. That is the true burden of all masters."
– Yoda

Grimwalker (Derrick Billings) · Posted: Mon Jun 10, 2019 4:10 pm Post subject:

At least one set of 4–in silver, gold, copper, or pewter. No stipulation about more than one color.

mrg149 () · Posted: Mon Jun 10, 2019 4:59 pm Post subject:

My finished results.

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“Heeded my words not, did you? "Pass on what you have learned." Strength, mastery, hmm... but weakness, folly, failure, also. Yes, failure, most of all. The greatest teacher, failure is. Luke, we are what they grow beyond. That is the true burden of all masters."
– Yoda

Baris_Alrisul () · Posted: Mon Jun 10, 2019 7:11 pm Post subject:

Those look good to me!
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Caitlin Jacques (she/her/hers)

Alpha Base BMO
DL of Eadu Delegation
Pride Squadron Mod

Leia (Senatorial, Ceremonial, ESB, and Marvel Jedi)
Resistance X-wing Pilot (Human/Pantoran TFA and Briefing Room)
Jedi (Human/Pantoran)
Depa Billaba
Amilyn Holdo
Jawa

mrg149 () · Posted: Mon Jun 10, 2019 7:31 pm Post subject:

I just got very excited about this:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/587988984/obi-wan-kenobi-inspired-robe-set-jedi?ref=shop_home_active_12&crt=1

I messaged the seller to see if it would meet RL standards and hope it comes back a yes...but it looks legit. I'd just have to add the other required pieces to take it to completion!

EDIT: still waiting to hear back from the seller. Can anyone tell me if they think this would pass inspection? I'd hate to order this only to have it rejected.
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“Heeded my words not, did you? "Pass on what you have learned." Strength, mastery, hmm... but weakness, folly, failure, also. Yes, failure, most of all. The greatest teacher, failure is. Luke, we are what they grow beyond. That is the true burden of all masters."
– Yoda

mrg149 () · Posted: Tue Jun 25, 2019 10:38 pm Post subject:

O.K. I received my Jedi Belt today from one of the Amazon sellers, costumebase. I picked up the set with all the parts: Belt, pouches (foam and not great but doable) & capsules all in one. The belt itself rivals the Galaxy's Edge belt and fits decent. So, not a bad haul!

Are there any standard edits made to uniform pieces to keep one looking spiffy? I know velcro is a favorite for tabards…any other spots?
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“Heeded my words not, did you? "Pass on what you have learned." Strength, mastery, hmm... but weakness, folly, failure, also. Yes, failure, most of all. The greatest teacher, failure is. Luke, we are what they grow beyond. That is the true burden of all masters."
– Yoda

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