Tips from the Weird Kid — mascots

Customize your Antron!

Posted by John Kernaghan on

Did you know that we can custom dye Antron fleece to match an existing swatch you have? We can also match the fabric to a Pantone number that you provide to us. Custom-dyed antron is a great option for skin tones or for matching to corporate/school colors. And don't forget that antron fleece is easy to work with and is great at hiding seams. Contact us today to find out more and place your order! Now get building!

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Upholstery foam...is for sitting.

Posted by John Kernaghan on

While upholstery foam is great for sofas, chairs and headboards, it's my opinion that it should NEVER be used for mascots and puppets. The main issue I have with using this foam for building mascots and puppets is that it's an opened cell foam product. Opened cell basically means that it easily absorbs moisture, for example from breathing or perspiration. That can become problematic and unpleasant, especially if more than one person has to wear the costume or use the puppet. In addition, trapped moisture is a perfect breeding ground for all sorts of fungus and bacteria. Closed cell foam...

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Hiding Seams with Antron Fleece

Posted by John Kernaghan on

The first time I saw Antron fleece I thought it looked too pilly and worn.....I was working as a Flintstones character at the time and the costumes that year had be re-designed.  I was not impressed. Where they had previously been covered with fleshtone faux fur, they were replaced with Antron. Since that introduction all those years ago, it has now become one of my favorite fabrics and I absolutely love it for mascots and puppets! Why you ask? I will tell you. Antron fleece is stretchy, VERY easy to work with, accepts dye incredibly well (I like to use...

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