Hi everyone!
I understand this meme fad may have passed, but I still spent time making a tutorial at the time, anyhow since I do not plan to make any more of these props. "Forbidden Fruit" was a meme that reached its peak in December 2017/January 2018, it made me laugh, so I decided to make a prop for it.
While this tutorial shows the step-by-step creation of one of those forbidden fruit-shaped props, the techniques can be utilized to make ANY interesting see-through ...
2018-02-20 21:59:19 +0000 UTC
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I really had a lovely private tutoring session recently with an amazing patron here named Kait, who generously lended their sponsorship to a really exciting thing for everyone to look forward to!
Here is a screenshot of all the content I created in the session, these are all photos, and the blue highlighted ones are all videos, that I produced for a drafted-from-scratch puffy paw tutorial.
Demonstrated in this future content is: Creating a pattern on paper, revising the pattern pro...
2018-01-31 09:18:15 +0000 UTC
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How to Cut, Carve, and Shape Upholstery foam! This is very much a technique I want to show to those beginning their path of fursuit making, hope it helps you sculpt awesome new projects!
In the video you will see some useful techniques for working with foam demonstrated using a razor, spring scissors, and normal scissors.
The shapes you come up with are up to you, but these are the techniques showing how to use the tools involved. Perfect for crafting your costume, fursuit, o...
2018-01-30 23:07:29 +0000 UTC
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This is a real-time demonstration of how to sew a small spot with a sewing machine. The spot shown is about 2 inches big.
In my time assisting others online, I end up encountering many people who are not as willing to utilize a sewing machine for small details – I want you to have the confidence to try! A needle down button (a feature of many newer sewing machines) really does help, but you can certainly hand-crank the needle into the down position as well, each time you make your turns...
2018-01-19 09:25:33 +0000 UTC
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Hello everyone!
Thank you all for your awesome support! I just arrived home from Further Confusion 2018, and I saw many of you in person there! It was so wonderful to attend and have the opportunity to sell there. I sold out of the "forbidden fruit" fursuit props and the one I donated to the charity auction during FC Unleashed went for $120 to their charity, Silicon Valley Pet Project and The Dancing Cat!! Its been really great.
As I promised to many of you in person, the pat...
2018-01-17 12:06:00 +0000 UTC
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This is a useful technique for sewing vinyls. Such as marine vinyl or other vinyl types that get a deep crease when sewn normally.
In fursuit costume construction, this technique is very useful for creating rounded noses, rounded or shaped paw pads, big claws that are rounded, and other features that are intended to have a smooth curve.
This technique makes any deep cre...
2017-10-18 02:51:58 +0000 UTC
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The "How to Make Sewn Claws" tutorial is now linked on the main Matrices.net site! I have also updated the sponsors page! Welcome new sponsors!!
If you follow my Twitter you will know I had a trip to the ER and emergency surgery only a few weeks ago in late Sept. I still have some pain but not like what I experienced before, its just "healing" pain from the surgery now. I am still recovering but I am much better! I appreciate everyone who sent me good thoughts well-wishes, thank you!
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2017-10-04 20:53:25 +0000 UTC
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I am very excited to present to you this video on how I create sewn claws in my costume projects! Its a great technique useful even for creating both claws, but also teeth and spikes.
Sew your own claws out of fabric or vinyl, learn how to turn and stuff them, as well as tips on installing them!
I demonstrate in the video using marine vinyl.
Stencil plastic: http://amzn.to/2fHdvGW
Hemostat: ...
2017-10-01 01:57:20 +0000 UTC
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I took the time to update the sponsors page, for those pledging at the $10 per month, and above, tiers-- you receive a spot with your name on my sponsors page!
http://matrices.net/sponsors.htm
I recently also alphabetized the list so I can keep track a little more efficiently. If you would like a different alias or name listed, please get in touch and I am more than happy to update! (If I have missed including...
2017-08-22 00:26:54 +0000 UTC
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Matrices.net has been updated! Now featuring a new image of Chelan (shown above) for the front page.
Additionally I now have a new example sheet for the Hire - Artwork page.
Several things are now added to the Tutorials page, including the Marketing Yourself in the Furry Fandom article series and a new Resource list category! Check for the "New" icon. :D
2017-08-03 23:27:52 +0000 UTC
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I spent today compiling a list of fursuit and crafting resources into a hopefully comprehensive list! I plan to update this list with more information as I find it -- and I will also be accepting submissions to it as well! If I missed including your favorite tutorial or website, leave me a comment!
http://matrices.tumblr.com/post/163394770088/fursuit-and-crafting-resources
2017-07-25 06:23:41 +0000 UTC
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Hello everyone!! I have a new tutorial for you, how to end a zipper!
This is a new tutorial with my current method on how I shorten or end a zipper for fursuits. It uses a scrap piece of fabric and in a few short steps you have a nice and tidy zipper end. :D
The full tutorial is here: http://matrices.tumblr.com/post/162855298238/ending-a-zipper-th...
2017-07-11 07:01:43 +0000 UTC
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I have changed around some things here on Patreon that I wanted to tell you all about!
New Header Image
I made up a new header image that is a little better looking than the former header! I also got a new set of 3-inch round stickers expected later this month that I will have available soon, sharing a similar design.
Inline Images
I am very excited to inform you I've switched to the abi...
2017-05-13 01:26:51 +0000 UTC
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I revised my liner tutorial to include two new pictures to illustrate my head liners a little more!! Hope this helps!
http://matrices.tumblr.com/post/159292227448/heya-so-i-was-wondering-how-exactly-do-you-finish
Have an awesome day! And as always let me know if there is any questions I can answer!
2017-05-03 22:00:38 +0000 UTC
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My etsy shop has been updated with my current stock of vinyl stickers!!
Some designs will be discontinued in their current form when they sell out. Also to make my life a bit easier I will be switching to Black, White and one metallic color (twitter voted it to be Metallic Gold!) as my colors for the new restock of stickers for this upcoming convention season. So this may be your last chance to get a few limited sticker designs and some designs in a wider variety of colors!
2017-05-03 01:26:04 +0000 UTC
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I am experimenting with my video setup, using equipment I already have.
This is a short Work In Progress peek at how I do my inking for real media conbadges. I do a sketch separately in pencil and then ink it using a light box for a totally clean coloring surface when its ready to be colored.
The sketch is on regular printer paper, the paper I am putting the ink on is 110lb cardstock.
I am using two sizes of inking pen in this demo, Micron 08 and Micron 005. This cartoo...
2017-04-25 07:50:54 +0000 UTC
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New! Easier to read minor formatting on Matrices.net's tutorial page!
http://matrices.net/tutorials.htm
No more titles running together on small screens, they get a little bit of breathing room so its a little clearer text.
(Special thanks to a fellow patron, Soupy, for the lovely suggestion!)
2017-04-20 03:23:40 +0000 UTC
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Hello! I have a wonderful opportunity today. I am preparing to order a body pillowcase with art I have illustrated of my monster doggy character, Bonk. As I have been working on this project I have had a number of people show interest in acquiring one, too!
You can find more information on this pre-order here:
http://matrices.net/preorder.htm
I will be sending invo...
2017-04-15 04:14:08 +0000 UTC
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Bias tape is a type of binding that you can add to your projects to finish them off professionally. It is cotton fabric cut on the bias (diagonal grain) so it has a stretch to it, but its not too stretchy.
It is ideal for finishing off cuffs, necklines, and other areas of a fursuit costume (or other projects!!) to prevent the raw edge from being exposed and potentially unraveling or stretching. It really only takes a few minutes to apply bias tape for a lasting and professional-looking finishe...
2017-03-17 06:43:53 +0000 UTC
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This is a special sewing technique best used on Seal, Beaver, and other SHORTPILE types of faux fur. It is a way to hide seams in fur that is easy to brush out of a seam, but suffers from that little visible seamline that longpile furs don't get when sewn traditionally (with the fibers tucked away from the seam).
The concept of this technique shown is you intentionally trap the fur in the seam when pinning/clipping together the fabric. Sew it with a long straight stitch, and then brush i...
2017-03-16 03:18:52 +0000 UTC
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Its now public! The article I wrote and revealed with early access to subscribing patrons last month, is now live to the public!
http://matrices.tumblr.com/post/158012805243/article-choosing-and-using-a-sewing-machine-for
It now has images, fixed spelling errors(oopsie!), and a cute graphic I drew of Matrices sewing at my sewing desk. haha. ...
2017-03-05 08:20:36 +0000 UTC
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I've been busy revising some tutorials this month! I have been meaning to give more attention to this one since it totally needed it! This is not the first time this tutorial has been revised, and probably not the last -- I'm always working on honing my techinque for body padding and I have learned a lot since the last time I wrote on the topic. This guide has expanded text in nearly all areas. Some things have been added for clarity, but many more things have been added since I learned ne...
2017-02-22 08:02:13 +0000 UTC
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My tutorial on fursuit washing and care has been revised to be even more comprehensive than before! Added is a segment on washing fursuit heads, and I have expanded the text for clarity on nearly every section. I also took the time to link examples of all the products I mentioned in the tutorial to matching items on amazon.com at the bottom. It is something I have been meaning to do for a while and will try to accomplish for future guides as well.
You can find the revised tutorial here:
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2017-02-20 09:14:46 +0000 UTC
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I am really proud to announce I have revised my paw sandal tutorial!
The paw sandal tutorial from 2006 is now in a new location, with some updated information!
http://matrices.tumblr.com/post/157431238428/paw-sandal-tutorial
2017-02-19 08:20:49 +0000 UTC
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Patrons had early access to this tutorial in November, now it is ready for the public!! Enjoy learning the magic spell to make thumbhole cuffs! Ok ok, its not a spell, its just a tutorial, but still putting things together takes some practice, so its almost like magic, right??
Happy crafting!
2016-12-30 23:03:14 +0000 UTC
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Hello my lovely patrons! I have a new tutorial, found here:
http://matrices.tumblr.com/post/154223878463/using-a-felting-needle-to-add-markings-i-decided
This new tutorial is an expansion of this guide:
http://mat...
2016-12-09 00:23:59 +0000 UTC
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Its here and you asked for it! November's patron sponsored tutorial!
The complete version of How to Make a Simple Custom Carrying Case !!
I really appreciate your support and encouragement to make this for you guys! Please enjoy it and if there is any questions, please let me know I will be happy to clarify!
Happy Crafting!
2016-12-01 01:39:57 +0000 UTC
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Ahhh!! October was a great month, and thank-you's are in order! We reached the very first initial goal here on Patreon! I am so proud! Thank you very much for your support and care to sponsor my creative teaching endeavors!!
This "initial goal" of $50/month is where I can set aside a designated amount of time to work on Matrices.net content! Each month that this goal level is reached (at the turn of the month, when I am actually paid) will allow me to dedicate time towards the next tutorial di...
2016-11-01 23:35:04 +0000 UTC
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Matrices.net has an all-new design!
I am so proud to reveal my new website, its been in development as a Patreon-sponsored endeavor since June 2016! While I did the bulk of the layout over the past few months, more recently I have been working super hard over the pa...
2016-10-03 05:02:20 +0000 UTC
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https://telegram.me/MatricesNet
I wanted to experiment with channels on telegram, they are the kind where you can get news or announcements real-time to your Telegram client without it being a "public chat" format.
This channel is now available to the public and I will use it to deliver public updates, such as when new tutorials are releas...
2016-09-29 23:42:02 +0000 UTC
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