Ready To Ship: FAB Lilac with Black Tip

This is one finished headpiece which is ready to ship. 

Style: Female

Material: Silicone

Length: Medium

Color:  FAB Lilac

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While I was casting this headpiece I bumped the mold with the edge of a bucket when the silicone was only partially cured, and turned the tip of the lekku into a gooey mess. I was frustrated and didn't have time to mix up a new batch of lilac silicone at that moment, so I grabbed a container of black silicone and replaced the damaged silicone with black instead. I thought it might make an interesting look for the lekku, and saved me from the long and tedious process of trying to make an exact match for the lilac!

I'll make this one my standard price for medium length lekku, with no extra charge or discount for the black tip.

A NOTE ON SHIPPING: I ship via USPS daily. I only ship via UPS once a month and I will not be scheduling a UPS pickup for a few weeks. If you want the lekku to be shipped promptly, I suggest selecting USPS at checkout.

Ear Cones:
Each female headpiece comes with one pair of ear cones. 

Head Size:
Silicone headpieces are only made in a small size because silicone will stretch to fit.

Length and Flexibility:
These lekku are 27 inches in length when cast. They stretch a couple inches longer to approximately 29 inches when they're stuffed, and may get a little bit longer when worn since the silicone can stretch a bit under its own weight. These longer lekku are very flexible and will sway considerably as you move. Silicone lekku are really, really wiggly!

Durability:
Unlike latex which can crack after a while, silicone lasts a long time. My oldest silicone headpiece is nine years old, and it is still in perfect shape. Silicone is prone to tearing under some conditions, however, so you must be careful not to create a weakened point where a rip might get started. When trimming away excess silicone around the head opening, 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 shouldn't be a problem!

Stuffing:
The lekku are filled with pillow stuffing. I reinforce the top curves with a soft expanding foam which preserves the shape of the curve and holds the pillow stuffing in place.

Weight:
These lekku average between 1.4 and 1.7 pounds. The weight varies because I can't always use the exact same amount of silicone, stuffing, and expanding foam.

Static:
Silicone is prone to building up a static charge. It's not a huge problem, 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. To reduce a static buildup, rub baby powder into the silicone with a cloth, and then wipe off the extra powder. It will cut down the static charge and reduce the silicone shine to give your lekku a more natural look.

Glue:
Nothing sticks to silicone! If you want to attach a decoration permanently to the lekku, most glues won't work. Instead, you must use a dab of silicone or a silicone adhesive. I recommend Sil-Poxy, which is sold by Smooth-On. If the foam stuffing won't stay in the lekku you can use Sil-Poxy to glue it into place, and if the silicone ever develops a tear you can use Sil-Poxy to apply a patch.

Photographs:
Please remember that colors can vary widely on different monitors. They may look lighter or darker, or appear to have different shades from one screen to the next. If you want to be sure that a color is exactly what you want, I advise getting a sample of the paint to test before you purchase a headpiece in that color.

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!