BrieKalan2 Posted March 19, 2018 Share Posted March 19, 2018 So just this week, as I'm a member of the Georgia Garrison FB page, I saw a picture of their current Jawa group--91 approved Jawas! WOW! They looked amazing, and since its a lot of fun--why not do the same? AND try to one up them at the same time. Jawas are super easy costumes, easy to move and sit in, and are perfect projects for people learning to sew. Here's the resources you need. 1. THE CRL: http://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:Jawa NOTE, the CRL is just the tip of the iceberg. Its a guideline, not the all knowing book of Jawa knowledge. For that go here: 2. https://www.kraytclan.com/forum/ Krayt has an ENTIRE Jawa section: https://www.kraytclan.com/forum/forum/35-jawa-costuming/ The Krayt Clan is the OFFICIAL detachment for Jawas in the 501st Legion (and many other denizen costumes). Our CO Todd has been a staff member there for many years, I've helped here and there where I can as well--mostly with merch. Go here, register and request 501st access to see all the tutorials and patterns. There's TONS of info. 3. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1841769722780199/ While I HIGHLY encourage the use of forums, if you just can't do it--there's another source, the Utinni Builders on Facebook. it is NOT an official group, however MANY members are there, including Detachment members who give feedback. Remember to double check source information you get from Utinni Builders. Your basic materials: Fabric 1 Accurate hemp material --discussed previously here http://imperialsandsgarrison.com/forums/index.php?/topic/821-screen-accurate-jawa-robe-fabric/& Plain Monkscloth (will need dyed) at Joann's (USE COUPONS) or Walmart http://www.joann.com/white-monkscloth/5941620.html#q=monks%2Bcloth&start=1 Pre-dyed Monkscloth from fabric.com (not a completely accurate color, but allowable) https://www.fabric.com/buy/0341546/60-monks-cloth-potting-soil-brown or http://burlapfabric.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=224_221&products_id=1924 Fabric 2 Plain black to line the inside of your hood (can be cotton) --broadcloth from any Joanns or Walmart Fabric 3 Speaker mesh to cover your mask --Can be purchased at Joanns--in the utility fabrics. Both Lesley and Todd have a stash of this stuff tho! Boots -- Todd uses rubber galoshes from Walmart, Lesley used cheap fake uggs --either are approvable! Gloves -- plain brown cotton (not leather) gardening gloves OR black gloves https://www.grainger.com/product/2UUJ3?cm_mmc=PPC:+Google+PLA&s_kwcid=AL!2966!3!166587252880!!!s!327760729351!&ef_id=V3XliwAAADYw25OX:20180319005117:s Mask base -- This can be virtually anything ---the most common thing is a kids superhero mask, or a hockey mask. Eyes -- the easiest eyes are clip on floral lights from michaels painted yellow/orange. https://www.michaels.com/ashland-submersible-led-lights/10154209.html Bandoliers! See Krayt clan for some neat ideas on weathering these, but here's sources for them--Remember BROWN NOT BLACK!: Swedish mauser bandoliers are allowed, but discouraged as they aren't really all that accurate. https://www.amazon.com/British-P-1903-Leather-Pocket-Bandolier/dp/B00655A8I8 https://www.amazon.com/British-Martini-Henry-Bandolier-P-1882-Leather/dp/B071912SV2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521420852&sr=8-1&keywords=martini+henry+bandolier https://www.atlantacutlery.com/martini-henry-cartridge-bandolier 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmart Posted March 19, 2018 Share Posted March 19, 2018 I figure I can start a new project since I finished Matt, Willrow, the new Jedi, and the RFT. The only unfinished projects going at the moment are my TK and my nearly-finished Mando Recon. So whilst I await Krennic from Anovos, I ordered these two bandoliers: https://www.ebay.com/itm/WWI-BRITISH-P1903-LEATHER-9-POCKET-AMMO-BANDOLEER-BANDOLIER/262794683023?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Pre-WWI-BRITISH-MARTINI-HENRY-RIFLE-BANDOLIER/311894346466?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattchu Posted March 19, 2018 Share Posted March 19, 2018 I'll eye it, because the costume does amuse me. Are Jawa's approvable for Rebel Legion as well? For the Bandoleers, I've been told these will work, though do note: they only make them in one direction in regards to the buckle placement. If you do order from them, sign up to their mailing list first, and get a little extra off as well. https://www.worldwarsupply.com/cart/British-P-1903-Leather-Five-Pocket-Bandolier-Pattern-1903?search=1903 Also, having 100 jawas chirping "Utini!" at random intervals would amuse me to no end. If you haven't seen it, Vic's video showing off Happy Trooper's glove is amazing, and crazy inexpensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrieKalan2 Posted March 19, 2018 Author Share Posted March 19, 2018 Yes yes! That bandolier is approvable (used for BOTH Tuskens and Jawas!), and yes--Jawas are approvable for Rebel Legion also! So this is a great costume to get 2 clubs at one shot. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrieKalan2 Posted March 19, 2018 Author Share Posted March 19, 2018 10 hours ago, hsmart said: I figure I can start a new project since I finished Matt, Willrow, the new Jedi, and the RFT. The only unfinished projects going at the moment are my TK and my nearly-finished Mando Recon. So whilst I await Krennic from Anovos, I ordered these two bandoliers: https://www.ebay.com/itm/WWI-BRITISH-P1903-LEATHER-9-POCKET-AMMO-BANDOLEER-BANDOLIER/262794683023?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Pre-WWI-BRITISH-MARTINI-HENRY-RIFLE-BANDOLIER/311894346466?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 OOh, that 9 pocket one is a good one, that way you have front and back covered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrieKalan2 Posted March 19, 2018 Author Share Posted March 19, 2018 Now the first post covers all the required options. Lets talk about the FUN stuff. ACCESSORIES. So, there's tons of things you can add to this costume. 1) VEST. Yes--Jawas wore vests! Wendy Starling is currently our only approved Jawa with the vest, although Paul, myself, and Todd are also working on that upgrade. See a reference pic for this here--its made of leather/leather like material, heavily tattered and weathered, worn over the robe. vest and apostles by Lesley Farquhar, on Flickr 2) Torch Welder: This is a found object made in the early/late 70.s To my knowledge, no longer made--often found in antique stores, rummage sales, flea markets, parent's basement tool chests etc. I was lucky enough to find one through a friend, but haven't attached it to my bandolier yet. http://databank.501st.com/databank/File:Jawa_Torch_Welder.jpg 3) Droid Caller. Now this is a fun toy to have. Its what the Jawas use along with the restraining bolts to keep sassy droids in line. You can 3D print these, order one from Anovos, or cobble it together from found parts--there's tons of tutorials out there on how to make these. https://www.google.com/search?biw=1267&bih=599&tbm=isch&sa=1&ei=B8OvWrO8CcTS_wTrj7C4Bw&q=droid+caller&oq=droid+caller&gs_l=psy-ab.3..0j0i5i30k1l4j0i24k1l2.558667.560044.0.560567.12.12.0.0.0.0.97.867.12.12.0....0...1c.1.64.psy-ab..0.12.864...0i67k1j0i10k1.0.SG7R2yw9boI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrooperVic Posted March 19, 2018 Share Posted March 19, 2018 Time to finish my build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoboy Posted March 19, 2018 Share Posted March 19, 2018 This would be a lot of fun!!! Maybe I will have to push doing another costume back and bump this to the top of the list.. after I finish my Mando Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiedoll Posted March 19, 2018 Share Posted March 19, 2018 I'm down for another Jawa day just to get the initial pattern/cuts for the fabric we did on dye day. I'll probably head to Joane Fabrics to get the black inner cloth soon. I'll think about bandoliers after the initial robe and hood is done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaanon Posted March 21, 2018 Share Posted March 21, 2018 I'm in. I've got some coworkers interested. I've sent them to Krayt Clan and our forums to register for access. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaygoErm Posted March 21, 2018 Share Posted March 21, 2018 We’re excited for this too! I got 3 people coming to the AP this Saturday. We’llBe going after our training. Told them about the Jawa Initiative and were like that’ll be fun! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balue Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 We are in for this!Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrieKalan2 Posted March 22, 2018 Author Share Posted March 22, 2018 Awesome! I'll bring my Jawa gear so that I can show people what I did--see the supplies/needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodo28 Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Perfect timing. This is what I was gonna work on at the AP. I’m literally at the dyed fabric only stage from our group order and have some of the soft goods. Will take some of the speaker mesh off you if you have some extra. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrooperVic Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 On 3/21/2018 at 6:43 PM, jodo28 said: Perfect timing. This is what I was gonna work on at the AP. Same! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PunkRocketScience Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 Guess this means I know what I'll be working on at the AP.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BexandRedCosplay Posted March 24, 2018 Share Posted March 24, 2018 Im so in. I've admired Lesley's jawa from afar for too long, time to jump in! Who wants to set a sewing party for Jawas? This thread makes it so easy and clear!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PunkRocketScience Posted March 24, 2018 Share Posted March 24, 2018 We will be sewing them today at the armor party! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrieKalan2 Posted March 25, 2018 Author Share Posted March 25, 2018 For those who weren't able to make it yesterday to the AP, Victor put the demo about Jawa's on facebook live in our FB group. I dont' know if we can download the vid to put it on the garrison you tube channel though... Thanks @Wendy Darling for being our model and suiting up! For those who were asking about the dyes.. For RIT Dye, Generally buy the LIQUID vs the powder--it just works better. Its easily available at Joanns, Walmart, and Hobby Lobby. Michaels too. And of course you can Amazon it! Use either Dark Brown, or Cocoa Brown, and a little bit of "Sunset Orange" to make it not so dark. ..Todd generally uses 2 bottles of brown plus 1/2 or so of the orange. I tend to use 3 browns and 1 orange here--I go for a deeper color. I also use a lot of SALT in the water which helps scour the fabric and help the dye set. Rinsing / Washing with a cup or two of vinegar, while stinky--also sets the dyes!~ Use as hot of water as you can. For the professional dye, its called PROCION Fiber Reactive. ITs not hard to use, but definitely read the instructions! https://www.dharmatrading.com/dyes/dharma-fiber-reactive-procion-dyes.html?lnav=dyes.html The best colors were Dark brown and Chocolate Brown. They come out darkish rusty brown, and look great. To dye an 6-8 yard length of the coffee bag burlap fabric or 6-7 yars of monks cloth, get at least 8 ounces of the powdered dye from Dharma. No matter which dye method you use, use a LOT of salt, super hot water, and as big of a tub as you can. 15-30 gallons capacity. Give your fabric a lot of room to move around, and prepare to get messy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrieKalan2 Posted March 26, 2018 Author Share Posted March 26, 2018 Some 3D Print resources for those interested: Torch welder: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2504844 Jawa Blaster part 1 --Todd recommended this one to me--I've got it printed, just not assembled: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2470055 Jawa blaster part 2: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2465873 Not sure how accurate this model is for a Jawa blaster: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:961050 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaygoErm Posted March 26, 2018 Share Posted March 26, 2018 Some 3D Print resources for those interested: Torch welder:https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2504844 Jawa Blaster part 1 --Todd recommended this one to me--I've got it printed, just not assembled:https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2470055 Jawa blaster part 2: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2465873 Not sure how accurate this model is for a Jawa blaster:https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:961050 Thank you!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaygoErm Posted March 26, 2018 Share Posted March 26, 2018 I’m going to buy a 12 pack of led lights!!!! HahahaSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrieKalan2 Posted March 26, 2018 Author Share Posted March 26, 2018 For those who were at the AP this weekend, @TrooperVic was testing a sound glove for Jawa's, its awesome! Here's the link: http://happytrooper.com/?p=5644 Vic is working on an enclosure for the board to make it a little more moisture proof. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaygoErm Posted March 27, 2018 Share Posted March 27, 2018 Here’s my mask for Jawa. I saw this on the forums and wanted to try out. I’m going to possibly add extra support for eyes, and fan kit. But I love the feel on the head. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrieKalan2 Posted March 27, 2018 Author Share Posted March 27, 2018 I like that idea Ermer. Very similar to the fencing mask I'm going to try this week when it arrives. If you add a small plastic bar, glued to the mesh to support the eyes--might just work! It'll be cooler for sure! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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