HOW TO MAKE A DUCT TAPE DUMMY

THIS IS A SUPER IMPORTANT STEP TO ENSURE THE QUALITY OF YOUR SUIT!

If you plan on purchasing or have purchased a Plantigrade, Digitigrade half-body, or full suit, we require a Duct Tape Dummy (DTD) of your body. A DTD is a cast of your figure that serves as a foundation for building the suit. We recommend watching this video tutorial by Skypro Fursuits.

Follow these steps to create your DTD:

Step 1: Gather materials. You will need coveralls with a front zipper (like these), scissors, and 6-10 rolls of duct tape. It's recommended that you have a friend assist you, as it's challenging to do alone. Two brooms can also help hold your arms up during the process.

Step 2: Create the Duct Tape Dummy. Refer to the tutorial below for the best results.

Step 3: X Marks the Spot. Mark your knees, elbows, and belly button with X's. If you want a zip in the crotch area, mark its placement as well. Don’t forget to double-check! If you ordered an “SPH” please mark where you want that zip to start and end.

Step 4: Pictures! Take front and back pictures of yourself wearing the DTD.

Step 5: Cut open the DTD. Carefully cut along the lengths of your arms and legs BUT NOT YOUR SHOULDERS. Make sure you cut in a straight line. Remove the DTD from your body and retape the cut parts securely.

Step 6: Write your character’s name on the DTD. Include your character’s name on the chest portion of the DTD. Please make sure your handwriting is legible. We recommend you use a Sharpie.

Step 7: Send the DTD to us. Fold up the DTD and send it to Glitzy Fox Studios at the following address:

Glitzy Fox Studios

13009 Tuscany Way

Fort Wayne, IN, 46845

NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: While we appreciate the gesture, please refrain from sending us candy. Customs clearance may be delayed, and we want your package to arrive on time and smoothly!

IMpORTANT TIPS FOR THE BEST SUIT POSSIBLE!!

  • Do NOT cut your shoulders to get out of the Duct tape dummy. This does irreparable damage.

  • Make sure to tape your heel

  • For SPHs please mark where you want your zipper to start and end.

  • IF you can cut a small slit in the crotch area of your coveralls, most importantly do NOT let the coveralls bunch up in the crotch area or you will have a drop crotch.

  • Take a Photo of you IN the duct tape dummy and send it to Glitzy via Telegram.