Yesterday I posted a tutorial detailing how to make a TMNT shell.
Today I will explain how I made the chestplate to wear with it.
Start by cutting the basic shape from cardboard. In this case, it was made for a 5 year old child, it is approximately 12" x 15".
Next, divide the chestplate into six pieces. Use an Xacto knife to cut them apart.
Trace the pieces onto another sheet of cardboard and cut them out, making them a little smaller than the first set.
Use hot glue to put the first set back together, rounding the chestplate just a bit as you go.
Hot glue the second set on top of the first, leaving a space around all pieces.
For side pieces:
I cut two corners from a cereal box and hot glued them to the back of the chestplate.
Paper mache over the front of the chestplate for a smoother finish and to hide the raw cardboard edges.
Paint the entire thing in a light tan color. Paint inside all crevices with black/dark brown. Use darker tan, brown and yellow with a dry brush technique randomly over chestplate.
I painted the side pieces tan, and then made some detail with black and then smudged over the black with tan for a worn look.
Add a belt.....and your Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle chestplate is complete!
How to make a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle costume - The Shell
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