This was definitely one of the best tutorials I've watched on making something 3d using foam core board. You were clear, to the point and gave very easy to follow instructions. Your video should be used as an example on how to create a UA-cam tutorial! Seriously. Wonderful job! Thanks for the tutorial and inspiration. 😊
OMG!!!!! This was so much easier than what I've been seeing. I will definitely invest in a projector. Thank you for sharing this! Will send you what I do when it's done! Thank you!
If you have a Cricut, you can also make the numbers the desired size, slice sections off, and piece together after you cut to use as a stencil to trace, that's how I do it because I don't have a projector.
Very easy to understand and follow. Even without a projector, just tracing the numbers or letters by hand and using this method of construction, one can accomplish a great result. Thanks for sharing.
Can you tell me the name of the projector you used and...also the heat sealer for your bubble balloons? I can't find them!! Thanks so much! Pat From Minnesota
I don't think this design would hold a table. You could take the same approach and use plywood or MDF I. Place of the foam board and use 2x2" as the supports between the front and back. That would support a table. I've also seen designs that are made from solid foam and I think that would work as well.
The numbers are sturdy enough to stand on their own, but if you are worried about them being tipsy incase someone bumps them. You can attach a piece of foam core to the bottom that extends 6" behind the number creating a foot. them put a weight on top of the foot like a sand bag, exercise weight or event a canned food item. If you are asking if you can put glass on top of the numbers and use them as the base of a table, I would not recommend that, even with cups on the inside. The numbers you see on pinterest that are supporting a table are probably made of wood or fiberglass. My design isn't intended to hold that much weight. I hope that helps. Good luck on your party!
FANTASTIC! Just two questions - - - did you have to transport these numbers to a location? What precautions or what did you use to assure the numbers did not get crushed during transport?
I didn't transport these in particular, but I've transported a bunch of foam core props. You have to protect the foam board from being dented, especially corners, and the whole piece from being crushed. I cover large foam pieces with fleece blankets or if they are small enough put them in a box when moving items. These items are always the last thing in the car and first out.
The foam board is more rigid than the poster board, so it wouldn't bend around the curves like the poster board. You could use the foam board if you cut scores across the board that would allow it to bend. I didn't do this because you can see all the cuts on the outside.
Oh dang. Most foam board that large is only sold in stores because it is so costly to ship. I found mine at Hobby Lobby if you have one near you. I've also gotten it at sign makers shops or university art stores because design and architecture students use it for modeling. You could also ask your craft store if they will order some in for you.
Absolutely! That was the easiest way I found, but if you don't have one you could try making the number poster size on the computer and tile printing it. You could also hand draw it. If you aren't confident in hand drawing you can use the grid system to help keep your proportions true. Once you hand draw the first one, cut it out and use it to trace the second piece so they will be a true match to each other. Happy making!
This was definitely one of the best tutorials I've watched on making something 3d using foam core board. You were clear, to the point and gave very easy to follow instructions. Your video should be used as an example on how to create a UA-cam tutorial! Seriously. Wonderful job! Thanks for the tutorial and inspiration. 😊
Glad it was helpful! Happy making!
OMG!!!!! This was so much easier than what I've been seeing. I will definitely invest in a projector. Thank you for sharing this! Will send you what I do when it's done! Thank you!
If you have a Cricut, you can also make the numbers the desired size, slice sections off, and piece together after you cut to use as a stencil to trace, that's how I do it because I don't have a projector.
Very easy to understand and follow. Even without a projector, just tracing the numbers or letters by hand and using this method of construction, one can accomplish a great result. Thanks for sharing.
You are doing an awesome job. These numbers are just flawless ❤️👌🏾
Love the way you did that so easy thanks a bunch. Now i need a projector 😆
This video was awesome! Just what I needed and right to the point! Thank you!
Thanks, you made it seem so very easy! TFS!
Thank you this was very informative
Thank you, I’m going to try it
This is crazy *PERFECT!*
Amazingly explained
These numbers look great!!!! TFS!!!
This was super awesome! thanks!
Great idea. Thanks for sharing.
This was so cool using this to make my daughters name for her birthday this August!!
Love these! Can’t wait to try it!
What a great project! Thanks for sharing...
Great tutorial
Thank you, tutorial was great, I have to make the number fir my granddaughter birthday next mth.
GENIUS! Thank you!
Your amazing and thank you so much!!!
Great tutorial. Would have never considered a projector.
You are awesome!!! Thank you!!
This is a genius. Thank u!
Great job, thanks for sharing your ideas! 🙌
Nice job
Awesome thank you💗💗💗💗
Awesome 👏
Thank you
Thank you for this idea! Could you please create a 50 for me to download? Thank you
These were great! I'm impressed.
Loved it
Thanks for the video...
Sis is a genius
How did u flatten the bottom
Can you tell me the name of the projector you used and...also the heat sealer for your bubble balloons? I can't find them!! Thanks so much!
Pat From Minnesota
Do you have a link for the foam board?
I hope I can make this kind of project too. For now, I am doing simple styrofoam letters which I show in my channel.
why did you use fish wire to tighten the balloons together vs folding two to lock in place over eachother?
Don't have a projector.. any other advice please.... need the number 16 also ... size about 3ft height 2 ft width
I love this. But I want one to hold up the table. I’m doing BABY. Any suggestion on how to make it sturdy? N hold everything up??
I don't think this design would hold a table. You could take the same approach and use plywood or MDF I. Place of the foam board and use 2x2" as the supports between the front and back. That would support a table. I've also seen designs that are made from solid foam and I think that would work as well.
Use foam cups stacked in between the letter. theres a video showing how. you just cant use it for multiple uses.
Abigail Manjarrez did you end up doing the baby letters, if so how’d it come out? Any suggestions. Also want to do a giant “baby” for a shower!
Where did you get your foam board?
Where did you get your foam board and what program are you using to adjust the font?
Where did you get the foam core?
I've gotta do this for my sisters bday and I am STRESSED
Omg, thank you! Now question. What can i do to make them stable enough to use them for a table?
Insert foam cups
The numbers are sturdy enough to stand on their own, but if you are worried about them being tipsy incase someone bumps them. You can attach a piece of foam core to the bottom that extends 6" behind the number creating a foot. them put a weight on top of the foot like a sand bag, exercise weight or event a canned food item. If you are asking if you can put glass on top of the numbers and use them as the base of a table, I would not recommend that, even with cups on the inside. The numbers you see on pinterest that are supporting a table are probably made of wood or fiberglass. My design isn't intended to hold that much weight. I hope that helps. Good luck on your party!
Hi, thank you for such a lovely video. I want to try this, but want your opinion first. Can I make a 5 ft tall number using this projector?
I would think so. You should be able to focus the projector to give a legible line to follow. What an exciting project!
Hi!
I want to know what the size of the foam board you using please?
It is a 30x40" board 1/8" thick.
FANTASTIC!
Just two questions - - - did you have to transport these numbers to a location? What precautions or what did you use to assure the numbers did not get crushed during transport?
I didn't transport these in particular, but I've transported a bunch of foam core props. You have to protect the foam board from being dented, especially corners, and the whole piece from being crushed. I cover large foam pieces with fleece blankets or if they are small enough put them in a box when moving items. These items are always the last thing in the car and first out.
Just wondering ...could you use the foam around the sides instead of poster board?
The foam board is more rigid than the poster board, so it wouldn't bend around the curves like the poster board. You could use the foam board if you cut scores across the board that would allow it to bend. I didn't do this because you can see all the cuts on the outside.
Could you tell me what program you used to create the numbers?
I used Adobe Illustrator, but any word processing program would work.
What font type did you use?
just buy foam cutter and and some thick penoplastic foam panels.
Where can i get the foam board?
Where can I find the Foam Core this large? My local craft store doesn’t carry it
Oh dang. Most foam board that large is only sold in stores because it is so costly to ship. I found mine at Hobby Lobby if you have one near you. I've also gotten it at sign makers shops or university art stores because design and architecture students use it for modeling. You could also ask your craft store if they will order some in for you.
Anyone have an idea how one can do this without the projector
Can I make a purchase & where is you located?
You spray paint the foam?
I didn't but you can. You have to use light coats. If you spray it on too heavy, it can bubble the paper on the foam board.
How can I enlarge the numbers or a name without a projector?
Absolutely! That was the easiest way I found, but if you don't have one you could try making the number poster size on the computer and tile printing it. You could also hand draw it. If you aren't confident in hand drawing you can use the grid system to help keep your proportions true. Once you hand draw the first one, cut it out and use it to trace the second piece so they will be a true match to each other. Happy making!
Thank You!
What was the material used
Foam core board and poster board.
Are you open to me purchasing 2 precut numbers from you? I'll do the spacers myself.
Me too
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How did you make the bottom flat
may i know what projector you are using?
I have an EZTracer that I picked up at Hobby Lobby. This is the same one on Amazon. amzn.to/2t7VKqQ