Head Base build template

Foam head base from scratch or resin blank, including carving, shaping, furring, and jaw setup. This public template shows the milestone structure and starter material categories before you create a customizable workspace.

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Milestone timeline

1
Finalize character head references
design
2
Take head measurements
Patterning
3
Build or prepare base form
sculpting
4
Carve muzzle, cheeks, brow, and ears
sculpting
5
Test fit and adjust sight lines
Fitting
6
Install jaw, eyes, and ventilation
detailing
7
Pattern fur pieces
Patterning
8
Sew and glue head fur
furring
9
Shave, style, and finish details
Finishing

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Used by makers from r/cosplay, The RPF, Cosplay.com, r/Gunpla, and r/minipainting

Templates

Head Base build template

Use this template See the workspace

Milestone timeline

1
Finalize character head references
design
2
Take head measurements
Patterning
3
Build or prepare base form
sculpting
4
Carve muzzle, cheeks, brow, and ears
sculpting
5
Test fit and adjust sight lines
Fitting
6
Install jaw, eyes, and ventilation
detailing
7
Pattern fur pieces
Patterning
8
Sew and glue head fur
furring
9
Shave, style, and finish details
Finishing

Pick a template and go