Uploaded March 2019 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
In this quick tutorial I show you how I made feathers with Thibra and a silicone mold! Thibra is a thermoplastic that is easy to use with a little bit of heat. I made many feathers and other shapes using this process for my Athena costume.
More tutorials:
downencreativestudios.com
Thibra:
https://www.thibra.us?aff=2
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Silicone mold:
amzn.to/2YpuWgL
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There are two kinds of Thibra: Thibra Fine and Thibra Tex. I used Thibra Fine for this project.
Thibra Fine is:
- Smooth on both sides.
- Low 120º F activation temp means less finger burning and reduced working time for fast quick work.
- Capable of complex curves and manipulation.
- Save your scraps to blend together and re-use!
- Super easy to cut. You can even use a Cricut! Check out my video on how to do this!
- Easy to paint!
- Can be used with a variety of glues
- Sandable
- Biodegradable & Eco-Friendly (YAY!!)
- Non-toxic
- Can be vacuum formed
- Available in sheets in 5 sizes at Thibra.us ranging in price from $8.99 to $119.99
FAQ:
Q: Thibra's activation temp is lower than other thermoplastics. Will my costume melt in the sun?
A: Nope! But, as with other thermoplastics, don't leave it in the sun unattended, and certainly don't allow it to stay in a hot car for any period of time if it is warm outside.
In this quick tutorial I show you how I made feathers with Thibra and a silicone mold! Thibra is a thermoplastic that is easy to use with a little bit of heat. I made many feathers and other shapes using this process for my Athena costume.
More tutorials:
downencreativestudios.com
Thibra:
https://www.thibra.us?aff=2
Save 15% with offer code "DOWNEN15"
Silicone mold:
amzn.to/2YpuWgL
******
I use Amazon and Thibra affiliate links to connect you with the products I use. When you use these links it doesn't cost you anything and it supports me big time! I call that a win/win! Thank you so much for your support for my channel and my work! Every penny goes right back into my tutorials that I create for you.
******
There are two kinds of Thibra: Thibra Fine and Thibra Tex. I used Thibra Fine for this project.
Thibra Fine is:
- Smooth on both sides.
- Low 120º F activation temp means less finger burning and reduced working time for fast quick work.
- Capable of complex curves and manipulation.
- Save your scraps to blend together and re-use!
- Super easy to cut. You can even use a Cricut! Check out my video on how to do this!
- Easy to paint!
- Can be used with a variety of glues
- Sandable
- Biodegradable & Eco-Friendly (YAY!!)
- Non-toxic
- Can be vacuum formed
- Available in sheets in 5 sizes at Thibra.us ranging in price from $8.99 to $119.99
FAQ:
Q: Thibra's activation temp is lower than other thermoplastics. Will my costume melt in the sun?
A: Nope! But, as with other thermoplastics, don't leave it in the sun unattended, and certainly don't allow it to stay in a hot car for any period of time if it is warm outside.
