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Does anyone have a source for mannequins in the Calgary area?
I'm not huge into uniforms, but I've got some stuff I would like to put together for some photos. I've seen some mannequin type of things that were just wire type bodies, and those would be fine.
And I was hoping not to spend a whole lot O money on them, if possible.
A real mannequin will cost a ton of money to buy. Know anybody who works in or manages a clothing shop? You might be able to use one or two for taking pictures, if you ask nicely in any clothing shop.
Failing that enlist some of your buddies to pose for you. Mind you, most uniforms are made for skinny 18 year olds.
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I'd be interested in the same in Winnipeg. Not the whole mannequin just a torso and head for a helmet and jacket display.
I'd be interested in same in Toronto area ... :thup:
Thanks .. :)
Regards,
Badger
A full body department store mannequin will last many years, and the stores don't give them away. You'll probably be ahead faster to build something on your own with plywood, dimension lumber and imagination.
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Merry Christmas partner ... :cheers:
Regards,
Doug (Badger)
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Yes, I'm thinking building something out of a wooden coat hanger with padding on the shoulders then a table stand with cardboard to fill out the chest and back of the jacket and cardboard tubes down the arm. I'll use appropriate coloured leather gloves for hands and just stuff the fingers,etc and fasten it to the cardboard ends.
For the head you can buy one of those foam heads at a flea market or something and stick it on the top of the hanger. Not perfect but should work.
Here's a good idea. What about a couple of those blow-up dolls? Surely there must be male examples made for 'needy' females (or even needy men come to think of it!). You can get the cheap version without real hair. You could use some camouflage cream to enhance the plastic features and usual pouting lips.
There ought to be a store that sells USED retail fixtures and the like near any large city. Also, the thrift stores may have some flogged out or partial mannequins that you could get for not so much money. What with all the store closings there ought to be a surplus of these things lurking about, just poke about and see who deals in used display cases and office furniture.
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.... but, after thinking about it for a minute, it's not a bad idea ... :lol:
I'll have to get mine out of the closet and try it .... :runaway: :madsmile:
Regards,
Doug
But wouldn't it be kinda hard to get the uniform on it????Quote:
Here's a good idea. What about a couple of those blow-up dolls?
Dan
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Ask your wife or someone you know that sews if they have a dress form.
Well I am pretty sure you can buy plenty of mannequins here in the states for free, just go to Congress or the Senate - plenty of wooden mannequins hanging out there!!
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Dan
Just mentioned this post to my wife and she suggested making a "Duct Tape" dummy. While wearing an old t-shirt you have an assistant tape over the shirt, cut down one side, repair the slit then fill the cavity with styrofoam peanuts, old rags, etc. Jam a pole up the middle and make a stand then Voila!, you have a homemade mannequin/dummy. Good luck. Here's the link.
Duct Tape Dummy - Duct Tape Dummy Tutorial