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Laminating/overlaying Vinyl to thicken gauge

Posted on: Nov 25th 2024 7:47:10 pm

The clear vinyl on mjtrends is 6 gauge or 12 gauge and the latex sheeting comes in...

I can't open the lid.

Posted on: Nov 25th 2024 7:42:23 pm

You could try tapping it to unloosen and then use a piece of rubber to get extra...

Am i doing something wrong with this adhesive?

Posted on: Nov 25th 2024 7:41:23 pm

Can you include a picture of the seam?  You can't use a traditional seam like...

Does anyone know if I can glue strecy vynil to latex?

Posted on: Jul 15th 2024 7:16:30 pm

You could use an epoxy based adhesive but it would not dry to a flexible bond. ...

Ammonia based glue

Posted on: May 29th 2024 12:56:49 pm

I'm not sure why you are getting clumps.  My guess is that you are letting the...

Pattern Drawing

Posted on: May 29th 2024 12:53:45 pm

Hi Maya,You don't necessarily needs courses specific to latex pattern making. ...

Latex Bra patterns

Posted on: Jan 24th 2024 5:13:48 pm

Hi Isabel!  Yes, the MJTrends patterns are not currently being offered. ...

What milliliter should I use for a latex bodysuit

Posted on: Sep 7th 2023 8:20:19 pm

Most people will use either .30mm or .50mm for a catsuit.  However, thickness...

Pointers on making glued latex sheathes

Posted on: Jul 20th 2023 3:15:46 am

Are you referring to sheath underwear or a sword sheath?

Making a Vinyl Animal for Burning Man

Posted on: Jul 20th 2023 3:14:53 am

If working with vinyl I'd recommend sewing it instead of gluing. 

Glue

Posted on: Jul 20th 2023 3:13:38 am

There is a free jock strap pattern...

Get folds out of latex

Posted on: Jul 20th 2023 3:10:36 am

If the "folds" are physical, then you could go one of two routes.  You could...

New mini dress

Posted on: Dec 9th 2022 4:52:18 pm

Looks like you've nailed it!  That's a hard body form to craft for - lots of...

Hi

Posted on: Dec 8th 2022 5:30:04 pm

Hi Taricol,Welcome to the forum.

Second project completed

Posted on: Nov 22nd 2022 3:38:03 pm

I really like the sleeves.  That's a nice touch and pop of red color. ...

Patent Vinyl Trench Coat

Posted on: Sep 30th 2022 5:52:13 pm

I like your second pic the most - it looks like a mix of matrix meets mortal...

Second project completed

Posted on: Sep 30th 2022 5:46:42 pm

Again - really good work!  The zippers at the ankles are not only a cool...

Not much going on on this forum?

Posted on: Sep 30th 2022 5:35:53 pm

Hey FP.  I believe the forums were down for a bit but seem to be working...

My very first project!

Posted on: Sep 30th 2022 5:19:00 pm

Great job for your first project - that is phenomenal!

Just starting out!

Posted on: Sep 30th 2022 4:58:05 pm

Nice work - that's looks spot on!

Latex sticking to other pieces of latex

Posted on: Sep 30th 2022 4:54:41 pm

You can bind latex to non latex fabrics by first impregnating the non-latex fabric...

Butty Shorts

Posted on: Apr 7th 2021 3:40:00 pm

The way you make those shorts is to use a thin strip of latex to serve as a piece of...

Tips for sewing on vinyl fabric

Posted on: Feb 18th 2021 4:16:40 pm

If you don't want to use MJTrends silicone lubricant...

Latex and Eyelets help!

Posted on: Jan 22nd 2021 9:22:38 am

Not sure if you're aware, but MJTrends offers non-brass...

Latex Adhesive

Posted on: Nov 9th 2020 12:07:50 pm

Hi Tim,Can you share photos of your seams that came apart?  That might shed...

Patterning Catsuit

Posted on: Oct 9th 2020 4:20:52 pm

Hi Ethan,A catsuit is an ambitious project.  I'd recommend either checking out...

can someone make me an item?

Posted on: Sep 4th 2019 3:22:13 pm

Hey HamerXT,You can find that dress for sale...

Attaching latex sheeting to foam board and polyurethane

Posted on: Aug 23rd 2019 9:09:14 am

Weldwood doesn't specifically mention rubber, however, it seems like it might work...

Re attaching a bow

Posted on: Aug 8th 2019 8:14:31 pm

Hi Iak0pa,You can re-attach a latex bow to a latex garment in a couple different...

Will The Solvent Based Latex Adhesive Stretch?

Posted on: Jul 30th 2019 4:52:07 pm

Yes, the solvent based and the ammonia based latex adhesive both stretch along with...

PVC Mini Skirts Made With MJTrends Fabric

Posted on: Jul 9th 2019 1:19:30 pm

Hi coast2coaststar,If you go to:...

PVC Coat made for customer

Posted on: Jun 18th 2019 4:57:54 pm

Wow - love your outfits!

glitter latex

Posted on: Jun 13th 2019 10:29:00 pm

JP - do you know what kind of sprayer you would need to have to spray liquid latex...

glitter latex

Posted on: Jun 9th 2019 10:36:06 am

Hi Natisavonhart,You could try using Aleene's flexible fabric glue or one of the...

Basic latex set

Posted on: Feb 20th 2019 9:41:31 am

Hi Ppereira,Have you checked out the latex...

Shaping latex

Posted on: Nov 30th 2018 10:23:21 am

Yes, you can create a mask that is shaped to take into account the curvature of a...

Shaping latex

Posted on: Nov 28th 2018 11:42:45 am

Can you be more specific when you say you are trying to "shape" the latex...

Latex vacuum bed

Posted on: Sep 4th 2018 12:58:31 pm

IMHO the most commonly used thickness for a vacuum bed is .50mm, and .35mm being a...

Latex vacuum bed

Posted on: Apr 12th 2018 8:58:41 pm

I'd advise using an 18mm rotary cutter and being extremely careful when cutting out...

The product become to thick.

Posted on: Mar 12th 2018 11:47:19 pm

Adnan - presumably you are talking about latex adhesive when you say the product has...

VacBed Construction

Posted on: Jan 24th 2018 9:59:52 am

I've seen several vacbeds that use a reinforced hole for the breathing hole. If you...

PVC/Latex adhesives

Posted on: Jan 24th 2018 9:39:16 am

You could try to rubberize the backside of the pvc fabric.  You'll want to use...

Latex Bodysuit with 3D Detailing. (Cosplay)

Posted on: Jan 24th 2018 9:36:55 am

Foam covered with latex would work for the wristbands.  You'll want to make...

Latex bodysuit

Posted on: Oct 2nd 2017 11:41:05 am

The ammonia based latex adhesive can be found...

Latex bodysuit

Posted on: Oct 2nd 2017 8:35:07 am

You can find plenty of professional latex artisans online who would be happy to make...

Balloon made of latex sheets?

Posted on: Sep 25th 2017 10:36:58 am

You can create a balloon from latex sheeting.  If you've never worked with...

vinyl corset help with wrinkling

Posted on: Aug 31st 2017 9:07:40 am

Patent vinyl is the ideal fabric to use for corsets.  It doesn't have much...

Tanga/thong

Posted on: Aug 25th 2017 8:49:29 pm

Yes - a thong is a great starter project if you've never worked with latex before....

How would you make a two-colored cape?

Posted on: Jul 17th 2017 3:00:53 pm

You could try using spray plasti-dip in yellow and coating one side of a .50mm or...

White stretch vinyl getting stained by other colors

Posted on: May 3rd 2017 11:24:15 am

Light-colored vinyl can absorb darker colored vinyl if they touch for too long....

Use of MJ latex sheeting for vacuum bedding

Posted on: Apr 4th 2017 11:56:39 am

Yes, you can use latex sheeting for a vacuum bed.  My preference is for the...

Vinyl adhesive?

Posted on: Jan 16th 2017 12:00:50 pm

The vinyl adhesive will only glue the shiny side to shiny side of the material, so...

latex corset

Posted on: Sep 28th 2016 1:22:58 pm

Wow - that looks great!  How is the fit?

Halloween is coming.. what are you making?

Posted on: Sep 22nd 2016 9:31:17 am

Thanks for providing the Etsy link - those molds are amazing - a little pricey...

Halloween is coming.. what are you making?

Posted on: Sep 21st 2016 1:31:32 pm

Great idea with the boots.  Did they not look good enough with just the...

latex corset

Posted on: Sep 7th 2016 11:01:38 am

A general rule of thumb for figuring out the right amount of stretch for tight...

Allurebound.com

Posted on: Sep 7th 2016 10:57:35 am

Congrats on your store!

latex pattern - sizing

Posted on: Sep 1st 2016 1:56:10 pm

For areas where you want a tight fit (horizontal measurements like chest, waist,...

Please help me find!

Posted on: Aug 8th 2016 11:05:03 am

MJTrends has metallic silver...

4 Way Stretch PVC Projects

Posted on: Jul 25th 2016 9:36:02 am

Those came out great - which fabric did you use for the pillow covers?  

4 Way Stretch PVC Projects

Posted on: Jul 1st 2016 9:08:52 am

Hey Shiny!  Love the pics and the advice.  The shirt came out great!...

My First Ever Latex Creations

Posted on: May 19th 2016 11:59:21 am

Gluing curved seams def takes practice.  You'll get better the more you do it....

My advance kit arrived today!

Posted on: May 5th 2016 12:56:39 pm

Congrats!  What will you be working on first?

Avoiding metal stains: plastic snaps

Posted on: Nov 13th 2015 12:20:19 pm

Thanks for passing on that find!  FYI - If you're in a tight spot and all you...

Dry-finish polish for chlorinated latex?

Posted on: Nov 13th 2015 12:11:42 pm

All latex shine that I've ever encountered has been liquid.  You could try to...

Latex Wedding

Posted on: Oct 2nd 2015 9:11:27 am

Wow - that is so awesome!  Congratulations on your wedding!  Love the...

Good pattern for latex superhero cape?

Posted on: Jul 14th 2015 8:19:09 am

You can find a good tutorial on how to make a super hero cape...

begginer that needs help!

Posted on: Jul 10th 2015 11:01:05 am

No - sweat won't affect the ammonia based adhesive.  Problems would arise if...

begginer that needs help!

Posted on: Jul 10th 2015 9:38:25 am

It's not uncommon for latex to curl when you initially put a solvent based glue on...

Latex Capri Pants

Posted on: Nov 6th 2014 2:20:59 pm

Made these myself.  Rear zip and side seam - pretty straight forward.

Spiked Wristbands

Posted on: Oct 16th 2014 9:26:50 am

Wow - that is so badass!  Is that black or silver latex that you adhered them...

latest creation

Posted on: Aug 6th 2014 10:20:07 pm

What pattern did you follow to make this shirt?  Did you have to modify it to...

Latex gluing tips?

Posted on: Aug 2nd 2014 1:32:02 pm

Can you post a video of what you are doing?  That would be the best way for...

Latex gluing tips?

Posted on: Aug 2nd 2014 11:47:04 am

I would guess you are using a standard seam like when you sew garments.  That...

Costume project: Vynil, PVC, latex, and such...Advices needed!

Posted on: Jul 3rd 2014 7:40:01 pm

For the Bolero and the skirt I would go with black patent vinyl.  It's stiff...

Vinyl Boots

Posted on: Jul 3rd 2014 7:27:38 pm

These look great!  Did you do anything to keep them from falling down at the...

Latex Dress

Posted on: Jun 11th 2014 1:02:35 pm

Wow - that's awsome!  Can you post a link to the video?

Gluing other types of fabric to latex

Posted on: Nov 9th 2013 9:47:40 pm

You'll want to use the ammonia based adhesive at MJTrends or liquid latex and paint...

Gun Metal Matte Vinyl Fabric

Posted on: Oct 8th 2013 3:03:45 pm

Awesome outfit - how did you get the boots to match as well?  Did you make the...

Painting latex

Posted on: Oct 6th 2013 12:18:19 pm

I've used a couple different methods to stencil or paint onto latex sheeting.1....

what mm to use on tank style form fitting summer dress

Posted on: Oct 4th 2013 10:37:09 pm

Ditto on Mike's comment.  I started out with .20mm latex and got so...

polish

Posted on: Oct 4th 2013 10:28:04 pm

Just a word of advice - make sure you are finished with all your gluing before you...

Latex Wieghts

Posted on: Oct 4th 2013 10:14:37 pm

I would recommend .20mm or .35mm for stockings.  Anything thicker and the...

recommended tools and‏ design/template

Posted on: Oct 4th 2013 9:53:05 pm

I buy my patterns at Wal-Mart or online and then modify them to my...