Course Description: Ever wanted to know the ins and outs of designing and making masks and heads? If so, then this class is for you! Chris Takashima, owner and chief designer for Much Ado Tutus will take you through the process in this beginning-level "Everything You Need to Know" class!

The class will meet for one, very-full, exciting day at the Tutu.Com Costume Shop. In the first part of the class, Chris will walk you through all the details - What exactly are thermoplastics? Which type do you need for which project? Info on all the different types - Worbla, Thermoplastic Beads, Varaform, Clay Foam, EVA, and Craft Foam and how to use each. You will then work on some small projects so you can get the hang of working with the products.

• You will learn specifics like how to shape and build a form for the head you want to build
• How to heat, mold, and manipulate the various materials
• How to use common molds to add decoration
• Curing and treatments needed before and after painting
• Where to buy the materials and how to best store them

When you are finished with the intro class, you will know what you need to do to make your own projects - from simple headpieces and  props, to full Nutcracker and Rat King heads. This class includes two kits to take home and make - a Mouse Mask perfect for your Nutcracker mice, and a Magic Wand/Scepter.

Materials provided in class: Worbla, foam, sealant

What You Will Need To Bring:

1. Heat Gun -  We recommend the Spraytech FURNO 300 Heat Gun, dualtemp 750 degrees and 1100 degrees heat settings which you can easily find on Amazon or at Home Depot.
2. Silicone Mat: Amazon Basics Rectangular Silicone, Non-Stick Reusable, Food Safe Baking Mat, Pack of 2, 16.5x11.6 inches.

Course Length: One very-full day. See Your City’s Seminar Online Calendar to Plan Your Schedule.

Payments: Tutu.com Courses are available for those attending TutuSchool. Cost for this course INCLUDES the class, the teacher, and all fabrics and notions. Payments are non-refundable, however a TutuSchools credit, less 10%, will be granted for use within one year at any of our seminar locations when requested more than 30 days in advance of your seminar. If you must drop out within 30 days of the class date, no credit will be issued. Pay in monthly installments with ShopPay or PayPal Credit.