PREORDER Devon Izara

This sale is to PREORDER a Devon Izara headpiece. I am currently sculpting the clay in my spare time. It was slow going at first because I didn't have enough references for the back of her lekku, but now that she has turned around a few times in the show, I'm making better progress. Please understand that sculpting the clay, giving it a skin texture, and then creating a mold from that clay takes a good deal of time. My hope/plan is to have this mold completed by August if all goes well, but I cannot promise that. 

The main challenge for Devon is going to be that forehead. Like Talon, she doesn't have a wrap covering the front of the lekku headpiece so hiding the edge of the silicone and keeping the lekku firmly in place will be a challenge. The silicone can be glued in place with a skin-to-silicone product such as Derma-Tac, but that won't hide the edge of the silicone. I think if I were going to make that costume, I would make the leather head wraps go down further in the front just for the sake of comfort and headpiece stability (and because I'm not fond of that giant bare forehead :-D), but that modification probably wouldn't be approvable by the costuming clubs. This is going to take some thought....

Lekku Color Pattern:

I will offer two options for the color. One is a solid pink shade of your choice. The other option will be textured with the different color patches that you see in the animation. I will experiment with application techniques to see which works best to replicate her mottled skin tones.

Ear Cones:

I will include one pair of ear cones with this headpiece that are sculpted to match the on-screen cones. They are much more pyramidal in shape than my usual ear cones.

Shipping Time:
Every lekku headpiece is made to order, and will be cast, stuffed, and shipped as quickly as possible.  The final shipping time will depend on how many orders I have in my work queue, and how complicated the designs are. Please be patient, and know that I'm always casting and shipping as fast as I can!

My Order Spreadsheet:

I have a Google spreadsheet where I keep a list of my current orders. It only shows each person's name and what style of headpiece they ordered, but it lets everyone know how many orders I have at any given time and they can watch their names move up to the top of the list as I ship out headpieces. I also post occasional notes and updates at the top of the spreadsheet. If you would like to see the spreadsheet, you can find it here: 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12ugjiqRntBPM5Ue8DflZravJT7kmnhdqrkMJJbRcR44/edit?usp=sharing

Head Sizing Options:

The headpieces are made in only one size. The mold is 21 inches in diameter and can stretch to accommodate larger head sizes. 

Length and Flexibility:

These lekku will be about 20 inches in length when cast. They stretch a bit when they're stuffed, and may get a little bit longer when worn since the silicone can stretch a bit under its own weight. 

Durability:

Unlike latex lekku, which can begin to crack after a while, silicone lasts quite a long time. My oldest silicone headpiece is nine years old, and it is still in perfect shape even after traveling back and forth across the country for quite a few conventions. Silicone is prone to tearing under some conditions, however. It won't tear without a starting point, so you must be careful not to create a weakened point where a rip might get started. This is primarily a concern around the edges of the head opening. When trimming away excess silicone, make sure to cut a straight line with your scissors. If you leave a jagged edge, that point can begin to tear. Cut a smooth, even line and it won't be a problem! Stuffing: The lekku are filled with pillow stuffing. I reinforce the top curves of the lekku with a layer of firmer silicone and then they are filled with a soft expanding foam which preserves the shape of the curve. Please note that because of the wonderful stretch of silicone, sometimes it is really difficult to remove every trace of 'sagging' in that area where the lekku curve out from the head. Even after years of making silicone lekku I've never been able to fully eliminate that issue!

Weight:

These lekku average between 1.2 and 1.5 pounds. The weight varies because I can't always use the exact same amount of silicone, stuffing, and expanding foam. I try to keep everything within the same range, however, based on the results I've found to work the best. The silicone itself averages one pound, and the rest of the weight comes from the stuffing.

Static:

Silicone is more prone to building up a static charge than anything else I've ever worked with. It's not a huge problem for costumers, just keep in mind that pillow stuffing fibers, loose bristles from paint brushes, and bits of hair will inevitably be found stuck to your headpiece. For the extra wiggle of silicone, though.... it's worth it. You can rub baby powder on the lekku to reduce the static and shine of the silicone.

Glue:

Nothing sticks to silicone! If you want to attach a decoration permanently to the lekku, typical glues like rubber cement won't work. Instead, you must use a silicone specific adhesive. I recommend Sil-Poxy, which is sold by Smooth-On. If the foam stuffing starts to come out of the lekku after a while, you can also use the Sil-Poxy to glue it back into place, and if the headpiece ever develops a tear, Sil-Poxy can be used to apply a patch.

International Orders:

If you're an international customer, please review your country's import policy before purchasing. Customs fees and import taxes are the sole responsibility of the buyer. As a business owner I cannot declare on the customs paperwork that the lekku are a gift, or that they have a very low value.

Photographs:

The photos shown in this sale are not the same lekku headpiece which is for sale. They are examples. The lekku I ship will be cast from the same mold, and will look identical save for any natural variations in the silicone, colorant, and stuffing. Please keep in mind that colors appear different on different monitors.

I would be happy to help with any Twi'lek costuming questions, so please feel free to ask. Twi'lek costumes are a lot of work, especially since you have to do the body paint every time you wear them if you want to be an exotic color... but it's definitely worth the effort. It's really fun! People often stop you for a picture, and I have a good laugh every time somebody asks, "Can I touch your tentacles?" Good times!