I had mentioned these two products in another thread but wanted to create a new thread here to introduce them better.  Both product can be purchased from Cosplay Supplies at http://www.cosplaysupplies.com/store.php?s=JK6K or at http://fosshape.com or http://www.wonderflexworld.com/ The last two are actually the same site but thought I would put them both just.

Wonderflex:

WONDERFLEX is an extruded thermoplastic composite sheet. It is comprised of a unique synthetic polymer that when heated in the range of 150-170 degrees Farenhight (70-80 degrees C), will soften and activate a built in adhesive for molding and forming. A layer of polyester open weave scrim is located on both the top and bottom surface for strength, reinforcement and stability.

http://youtu.be/qzugTUjmIJI

http://youtu.be/4NZPpe6XUKs

Fosshape:

Fosshape is a felt-like fabric that can be cut, glued and sewn. The trick is that once heated it hardens and retains its shape. If enough pressure is applied, it becomes smooth and shiny. It can be heated with a regular iron or a steam machine. You can combine hardened sections with fabric sections in the same piece. It is breathable in its fabric form.

http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7A4555CA60946321

BTW: In the second video I embedded for Wonderflex I am pretty sure that the guy used craft foam for his initial shape and the sandwiched it between the two layers of Wonderflex.

Thanks Shawn! I have to order a sample of this stuff.

That stuff is awesome!  I've got to try this.

Julie

Wow!!! The fosshape can be sewn! This stuff looks incredible and fun to use!

This looks AMAZING!!!

Thank you so much for posting. I tried ordering via wonderflex.com site, and it keeps telling me I don't have anything in my cart. I took a look over the the cosplay site, and it seems way more expensive there. I will try again tomorrow. I am so excited to play with this. Thanks again!

I don't know if this is the issue or not but make sure you are allowing cookies for the wonderflex.com site. In fact if it does not work for you there check and see if will work at their other site.

When I went to their site it shows under construction.

Julie

I didn't have any trouble.............. requested samples but you order below.

http://www.wonderflexworld.com/products-page/

Oh, my bad. I was going to wonderflex.com instead of wonderflexworld.com LOL Thanks.

Julie

I have never seen this stuff, Shawn.  Thanks for the tip.  I can already think of a million uses!

I wonder what the weight is like on this material.  This would be great for animated parade floats.

I wonder what the weight is like on this material.  This would be great for animated parade floats.

Why not request a sample/

http://www.wonderflexworld.com/request-a-sample/

Wow I need some!! Looks like the company is only about a half hour from my house too!

Wow I need some!! Looks like the company is only about a half hour from my house too!

If you go there tell them about us and to stop by the forum.