Recent content by jcuempire

Yes, I agree. But UMHW clearly has some potential in the right situations. It's just nice to have alternatives when budgets are small. Thanks

That's a great idea. Thanks

You know what they say about great minds...

Excellent. So it depends on the application. That makes sense. I want to test it at least. I just cringe when I hear set pieces clunking across the stage. Especially when there are actors in front of the curtain. It kills the magic! We don't ever use a marley floor. We should, though...

Has anyone used UHMW as a way to move set pieces around? I had never heard of this plastic until this morning listening to an Adam Savage podcast where said he's used in the theater. Looking it up, I have seen it as bearings and the like, but I am intrigued by the possibilities of less noise...

Yes, that is, of course, a good idea. The closest Reynolds is a couple of states away, though and the hobby stores that I have been to that carry Smooth On don't seem to employ anyone that has any useful knowledge of the product or processes. Hence the reason to ask the forum.

Hello. I want to get into casting. Especially items like tools (crowbars, hammers) for props and go from there. I have watched the various videos and read some things from various builders and companies like Smooth On. I want to get into it, but it's so overwhelming that I don't know what to...

What we ended up doing is using a blue balloon and covering with what was basically a "hat" that was made of felt that was shaped and colored like a bird. It laid on top of the balloon and draped over the sides. On top was a semi rigid structure making the neck and head of the bird. We opened...

Well, it came out okay. I decided not to cut it down flatter so that it would show up better from the seats. I just have to paint the "crust" Thanks for you help, everyone!

I'll try it, thanks

And run the risk of poisoning a young actor with my baking? I better stick to the fake ones.

Perfect. Thanks. Now all I have to do it make it. It would easier to make a real one!

Thanks, Marshall. I will try the pancakes first. That can be done quickly. I like syrup idea. I will ask the director if that will work for her. Will the modeling clay dry and stay in place? Or do I glue it down? I have never eaten rhubarb pie but I think the filling is reddish in color...

Hello all.Does anyone have any experience with making prop food? Namely a stack of pancakes and a rhubarb pie. Our costume person told me last night to use "Great Stuff" sealer between two Styrofoam plates to make pancakes, but I have never done either.Does anyone have any ideas to try...