Here is another tutorial demonstrating a technique many of you experienced folks likely already know, but geared towards beginners to fursuit making: a small how-to on how I sculpt claws.
This video demonstrates the technique I use for sculpting them using a polymer clay, specifically Fimo, but Sculpy and other clays work excellent with this technique, too.
Polymer clay is very easy to bake: Just follow package directions for your Fimo, Sculpy or other polymer clay. I usually bake ones this size for 15 minutes.
To attach, once baked & cooled, use E6000 or Hot glue!
I haven't had any experience with it breaking, in the 7 - 8 years I've been using it for claws. Though I have almost exclusively made conical stubby claws, like the ones shown, so I haven't done any any long thin breakable-off pieces to be at risk of damage. They can be heavy though, but if you like a nice click when you tap tables or walls, they can be fun.
I have had a case of a dog-chewed one before, so they are eventually breakable given enough crushing force. heh.
Milliput is a 2 part epoxy putty used in DIY, repairs and crafts. It's HELLA strong, much stronger than sculpey or fimo, and you can work it with water too if you want a really smooth finish. Best bit is you don't have to bake it, just let it cure overnight, so you can use it for in-situ things like lips and mouth detailing and you don't have to prop it up for the oven.
the black variety came out recently, it's about £4 ($6) for a 4oz box
Is it widely available at craft stores (us or uk?)? Or online/special order? I'm not sure if I've seen the product yet, sounds like something I'd really enjoy trying!
This was another great tutorial, thanks for sharing! :}
I have had a case of a dog-chewed one before, so they are eventually breakable given enough crushing force. heh.
Milliput is a 2 part epoxy putty used in DIY, repairs and crafts. It's HELLA strong, much stronger than sculpey or fimo, and you can work it with water too if you want a really smooth finish. Best bit is you don't have to bake it, just let it cure overnight, so you can use it for in-situ things like lips and mouth detailing and you don't have to prop it up for the oven.
the black variety came out recently, it's about £4 ($6) for a 4oz box
I'm not sure if I've seen the product yet, sounds like something I'd really enjoy trying!