Uploaded February 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Today we have our second Generation 5 custom. We're going to be using a G4 Twilight Sparkle to make the Pegasus Zipp Storm :) I had done a G5 before (Izzy) and that was... a struggle. So I wanted to give the new family a second go. I can say that, although it wasn't a resounding success, I am actually fairly happy with the result. Especially the eyes, which were... well, a little over-surprised in my last attempt. I'd love to know what you think about Zipp. I hope you enjoy the video!
Quick jump to:
- Intro: 0:00
- Removing all the paint with acetone: 00:37
- Working on the Wings: 01:27
- Removing the hair and head: 02:34
- Removing the unicorn: 04:02
- Attaching the wings: 05:02
- Sculpting the pony: 06:43
- Sanding and filing the sculpt: 08:22
- Painting the body: 09:18
- Rehairing / rerooting the mane: 10:01
- Painting the hooves: 12:12
- Rehairing the tail: 12:57
- Painting the eyes: 14:13
- Painting the wings: 16:16
- Styling the hair: 18:08
- Last painting touches: 19:45
- Results (before Patreon): 20:47
- Results (after Patreon): 20:52
Join my Patreon: patreon.com/retrogeekcrafts
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Complete restoration videos that you might enjoy: youtu.be/TsvwEZNGU4k
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Materials used (Note: As an affiliate, I get a small commission from Amazon if you make a purchase. There's no extra cost for you):
- Pure acetone: amzn.to/3C18TiN
- Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint set: amzn.to/3ic57e1
- Miniature painting brushes set: amzn.to/3aJKLGR
- Re-hairing / Re-rooting tools: amzn.to/3bAnFDJ
- Westcott Titanium Bonded Hobby Knife: amzn.to/3sowfev
- X-Acto blades (Z-11): amzn.to/3smrO3T
- Thread snippers: amzn.to/33Oxahf
- Needle files (for the milliput): amzn.to/3kxcb6z
- Milliput or superfine epoxy putty: amzn.to/3jUThq7
- Sculpting tools for polymer clay: amzn.to/2VROcqn
- Pliers, tweezers and precision tools: amzn.to/3g5f3GF
- Hair rolls for perming: amzn.to/3oHDMmE
- Biodegradable Cotton buds: amzn.to/3id4T6q
- Silicone mats: amzn.to/3JeJ8As
- Nitrile gloves: amzn.to/366WKf2
- Softboxes and tripods: amzn.to/2N25Lzv
Music: YouTube free library.
My Little Pony is a trademark of Hasbro. I am not affiliated with Hasbro in any way.
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Today we have our second Generation 5 custom. We're going to be using a G4 Twilight Sparkle to make the Pegasus Zipp Storm :) I had done a G5 before (Izzy) and that was... a struggle. So I wanted to give the new family a second go. I can say that, although it wasn't a resounding success, I am actually fairly happy with the result. Especially the eyes, which were... well, a little over-surprised in my last attempt. I'd love to know what you think about Zipp. I hope you enjoy the video!
Quick jump to:
- Intro: 0:00
- Removing all the paint with acetone: 00:37
- Working on the Wings: 01:27
- Removing the hair and head: 02:34
- Removing the unicorn: 04:02
- Attaching the wings: 05:02
- Sculpting the pony: 06:43
- Sanding and filing the sculpt: 08:22
- Painting the body: 09:18
- Rehairing / rerooting the mane: 10:01
- Painting the hooves: 12:12
- Rehairing the tail: 12:57
- Painting the eyes: 14:13
- Painting the wings: 16:16
- Styling the hair: 18:08
- Last painting touches: 19:45
- Results (before Patreon): 20:47
- Results (after Patreon): 20:52
Join my Patreon: patreon.com/retrogeekcrafts
Explore MLP G1 merch (and help keep this channel running): retrogeektoys.com/product-category/shop-by-interest/my-little-pony
Complete restoration videos that you might enjoy: youtu.be/TsvwEZNGU4k
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Materials used (Note: As an affiliate, I get a small commission from Amazon if you make a purchase. There's no extra cost for you):
- Pure acetone: amzn.to/3C18TiN
- Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint set: amzn.to/3ic57e1
- Miniature painting brushes set: amzn.to/3aJKLGR
- Re-hairing / Re-rooting tools: amzn.to/3bAnFDJ
- Westcott Titanium Bonded Hobby Knife: amzn.to/3sowfev
- X-Acto blades (Z-11): amzn.to/3smrO3T
- Thread snippers: amzn.to/33Oxahf
- Needle files (for the milliput): amzn.to/3kxcb6z
- Milliput or superfine epoxy putty: amzn.to/3jUThq7
- Sculpting tools for polymer clay: amzn.to/2VROcqn
- Pliers, tweezers and precision tools: amzn.to/3g5f3GF
- Hair rolls for perming: amzn.to/3oHDMmE
- Biodegradable Cotton buds: amzn.to/3id4T6q
- Silicone mats: amzn.to/3JeJ8As
- Nitrile gloves: amzn.to/366WKf2
- Softboxes and tripods: amzn.to/2N25Lzv
Music: YouTube free library.
My Little Pony is a trademark of Hasbro. I am not affiliated with Hasbro in any way.
--
Join us on Discord (if link doesn't work, check the channel About): discord.gg/nzvHGxK8
Buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/retrogeekcrafts
Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/retrogeekcrafts
Follow me on Facebook: facebook.com/RetroGeekCrafts
