Hiya from Tualatin

[valkyrio]

I'm a newbie who has enjoyed costuming of various sorts for many years. Having been a Star Wars fan since I stood in line for ANH with my Dad in '77, I'm looking forward to trooping as a "Good guy that often pretends to be a bad guy doing good."  Truly a Rebel at heart, I plan to have a couple of soft parts costumes (Leia & Amidala) to accompany the TK armor I want to complete soon.

My husband bought a TK armor kit for me last year, along with his own (He rocks!). We madly trimmed our pieces, then stalled. Now that I'm getting back to the armor build, I would love tips from others who, like me, are "a little short for a stormtrooper."  The idea of trimming pieces to fit is daunting, but hey, the shoulder piece goes almost to my elbow, so it has to be done! 

- Valeri

[CadBane3]

Hello and welcome! You've come to the right place. Post a build log and you'll get tons of comments and support. Good luck and we're glad to have you!

[L Kamino]

Welcome!  There are "build parties" that get organized from time to time to help people get finished up.  Lots of advice and help here for you.  Good luck!

[carpe mindiem]

Welcome!

This might help a little bit with trimming. Generally my best advice is to trim a little less than you think you need to. It's easy to take more off but hard to replace it once it's gone!

[james.p.moser]

I am an Imperial attaché for the FISD and would be glad to help with any questions you may have. I live near Progress Ridge so am not too far from you both. I am currently helping two other TKs get their armor together and would be glad to help with any questions you may have with fitting and trimming.


Jim - TK50899

[valkyrio]

Hi Jim, and thanks!

After another pause for RL, I am back to trimming now, and hope to get a lot done over the next week!  Having met Daryl recently, I posted a question to him on our Couples TK Build thread yesterday.  If you have some guidance on that question, please chime in there!

- Valeri

[james.p.moser]

I will check it out and get back to you. Most likely Daryl already has you covered he is a very experienced builder as well. I just live close to you if you needed some "hands on" help.


Jim - TK50899

[bigguynextdoor]

How goes the build?