Introduction: Forging a Blade - DIY Foam Weapons

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This Instructable is part of a collection of I'bles on how to make foam weapons. Check it out here!

Step 1: Carving Method

Materials
  • 1/16" thick craft foam
  • Craft foam that is the thickness of your core rod
  • Masking tape
  • Superglue
  • Core rod (a fiberglass or carbon fiber rod that will run up the middle of your blade)
Tools
  • Knife
  • Cutting surface

Step 2: Stacking Method

Materials
  • 1/16" thick craft foam that is sticky on one side
  • Masking tape
  • Duct tape (the color of your blade)
  • Core rod (a fiberglass or carbon fiber rod that will run up the middle of your blade)
Tools
  • Scissors
  • Ruler