Costume tutorials while building: SW: The Old Republic: Jedi Guardian (2014 Build)

[Echo4Delta]

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Here are the shin and chest sections and the overall look so far. The gauntlets and hand guards are still left to paint and Those pesky pouches.

[Echo4Delta]

Purchased some gloves from Walmart in the men's section. But, they are leather/poly fabric that I could paint with metallic sharpies to give it a metallic/sci-fi look.

Note: In the last picture you can see where I added silver paint to the stitched areas for highlighted effect.

I tried and tried to find some inexpensive brown leather gloves/gauntlets but the closest I could find were for motorcycle users for $25. These were $11.

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[Echo4Delta]

Again, I simply used layers to paint the guantlets and weathered them using black poster paint and wiped it off with a dry and then damp paper towel.

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[Echo4Delta]

The hand guards I just accented with silver and added weathering. Here is what it'll look like when it all comes together...

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I realized that I would have a easier time to just add a buckle to the back of the gauntlet so I could put on the glove and then the gauntlet. I simply used the exacto knife and cut a small slit into the gauntlet. I then ran the strap into the buckle and then into the slit I cut and glued it down on the inside of the gauntlet as seen in the photos.

[Echo4Delta]

Okay, remember that cloak? Yea, I finished it. I simply sewed the seams together and added a hood. Well, perhaps not 'simple' Took me hours to figure out how to set the sewing machine up. And that was WITH instructions! I suggest looking for a cloak on Amazon or online if you're weary about sewing. So, after that I couldn't help myself from doing a test fit and took some photos.

Note: I am trying to go the easy route and purchased some compass pouches online and they are still in the mail and I still have to put in the LEDs and center piece (on the chest). Also, the thigh pieces like to fall down and the forearm guards want to rotate in their own direction. So, I have some industrial strength Velcro and I plan on using it to keep things stuck where they are suppose to.

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[Sevinzol]

I used to build SCA Armor which is based off historical armor. Here are a couple suggestions. Hang the leg plates (cuisses) from straps attached to a belt (fastex buckles will look good) . Make sure the straps are in line (on your sides) with your hip join. Secure the straps so they don't shift to the front, otherwise the plates will slide up and down with each step. If things still droop then try attaching suspenders to the belt. For the armguards (vambraces), it Looks like you need a second strap at the wrist. Remember that your wrist is oval, not round. If you can stiffen up the lower part of the guard in that shape, then it should twist with your wrist.

[Echo4Delta]

I used to build SCA Armor which is based off historical armor. Here are a couple suggestions. Hang the leg plates (cuisses) from straps attached to a belt (fastex buckles will look good) . Make sure the straps are in line (on your sides) with your hip join. Secure the straps so they don't shift to the front, otherwise the plates will slide up and down with each step. If things still droop then try attaching suspenders to the belt. For the armguards (vambraces), it Looks like you need a second strap at the wrist. Remember that your wrist is oval, not round. If you can stiffen up the lower part of the guard in that shape, then it should twist with your wrist.

Yea, I've done the thigh pieces like that with my Iron Patriot armor. I'm gonna try the Velcro first because they feel like they fit perfectly before they slide down. Nice and tight, so I'm hoping it'll turn out well. Regarding the strap, I thought of that too. I will try to add the Velcro to the top of the glove and the underside of the vambrances' at the wrist and one at the top where it meets the forearm. If successful, I will photo document and post. Thanks for the help!

[Echo4Delta]

Now, this is a bit advanced for costuming, but considering its on a forum that deals with a lot of electronics...

Let there be light...

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[Echo4Delta]

Ebay purchased pouches. Military-spec compass pouch...

They were too big so, I just glued the edges as shown below...

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[Echo4Delta]

99% Done! Just need a few teaks on the boots and wiring and that's about it. Hope you all took away something form this 'tutorial'. Hit me up with messages if you have questions. Thanks for checking this out.

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