Another idea which I have used is to texture the “wood” handle part. Use a wire brush and create “grains” in your handle to resemble wood grains. Excellent job !
I can't believe it never occurred to me to use clear plastic wrap and a flashlight. I just slapped one together with my maglight and some tape; for the event I'm going to Thursday. This is a great idea, thank you!
Bought a dollar store light saber that broke but I now have a blue top piece that I am making the magic staff out of. Can’t wait to show y’all the staff.
Definitly going to be making this. The Level of entry for this project is amazing. Everyone can start there, customize it and add upgrades. Im going to see if a 2" wooden Dowel could be used for real wood texture. Another Potenial Upgrade would be finding a way to make it flicker that wont bust the bank.
Yeah definitely a lot of ways you can customize it. The two biggest upgrades I want to make right now are a flickering light, and getting a button on the side of the torch that I can turn it on and off with without having to take the flashlight out every time
Hey another idea to give it a different look would be to use synthetic stuffing materials (stringy, web like stuff) between layers of plastic wrap to bulk up the flame. Great torch!
Am thinking of making a wizards staff. Using this style, to make a 5’6” walking staff that lights up. But I’d use a blue or green cone from a broken light saber for a more magic looking flame.
You can save yourself some painters tape by using scrap/newspaper to mask off larger areas. Also, the logo on the cone can probably be removed with rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover if you don't want to scratch up the surface.
Thanks man, this is awesome. I'm going to make a variation of this and maybe sell a few. I found some flickering bulbs on Amazon now I just need a power supply.
Where can I get the reducer I can’t seem to find them anywhere? Edit: found all parts at Home Depot, except for the flashlight, ended up getting the flashlights and the cages on Amazon for convenience and better price.
Now I’m gonna build this and figure out how to have something dangling inside the diffuser to allow a flickering when in motion like a flame like half a lolly stick on string secured to the inside at the top 🤔 I’ll figure it out and get back great video
I can only come up with the old fan and strips of cloth idea for movement and realism. I dont understand how to make a flame-like led one. Maybe if i break one of the walkway ones ill understand more. But ill not tear it apart for no reason.
Every game we play in allows enclosed real flames. Real lanterns are cool but they provide way less light, tend to get very hot, and you can’t run or fight while holding one.
I misspoke in the video! The bigger pipe is a 1-1/4” pipe, not a 2” pipe.
Another idea which I have used is to texture the “wood” handle part. Use a wire brush and create “grains” in your handle to resemble wood grains. Excellent job !
Great idea!
I can't believe it never occurred to me to use clear plastic wrap and a flashlight. I just slapped one together with my maglight and some tape; for the event I'm going to Thursday. This is a great idea, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!!
Bought a dollar store light saber that broke but I now have a blue top piece that I am making the magic staff out of. Can’t wait to show y’all the staff.
Definitly going to be making this. The Level of entry for this project is amazing. Everyone can start there, customize it and add upgrades. Im going to see if a 2" wooden Dowel could be used for real wood texture. Another Potenial Upgrade would be finding a way to make it flicker that wont bust the bank.
Yeah definitely a lot of ways you can customize it. The two biggest upgrades I want to make right now are a flickering light, and getting a button on the side of the torch that I can turn it on and off with without having to take the flashlight out every time
Hey another idea to give it a different look would be to use synthetic stuffing materials (stringy, web like stuff) between layers of plastic wrap to bulk up the flame. Great torch!
Good idea!
It's funny I was thinking the same thing make be hit it with a little black spray paint just the web not the light
saw this in action - it worked great!
Definitely making a torch for larping
Very cool.
Am thinking of making a wizards staff. Using this style, to make a 5’6” walking staff that lights up. But I’d use a blue or green cone from a broken light saber for a more magic looking flame.
That sounds awesome! Would love to see the final result
@@LarpShire soon as I make it I’ll send y’all a pic or the staff.
Brilliant idea, however I believe I 'm going to use a foot of 1" dowel rod for my handle.
That should work! I might have to try that sometime
Oooooh the "Adventure awaits" signoff is PHENOMENAL! Gave me actual chills hearing that!
You can save yourself some painters tape by using scrap/newspaper to mask off larger areas. Also, the logo on the cone can probably be removed with rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover if you don't want to scratch up the surface.
Good ideas!
Thanks man, this is awesome. I'm going to make a variation of this and maybe sell a few. I found some flickering bulbs on Amazon now I just need a power supply.
Very awesome video I can't believe I missed it till now.
Glad it was helpful!!
dude, just incredible!
Nice project dude! Now I just need to have 10 of them by Saturday night…
You can do it! Lol
If you want to, you could use the pipes and fittings as the body of the flashlight. Just a thought.
Very cool
I need that 1 x 1-1/4 reducer.... but I'm in Canada *sobs*
🥲🥲
Where can I get the reducer I can’t seem to find them anywhere?
Edit: found all parts at Home Depot, except for the flashlight, ended up getting the flashlights and the cages on Amazon for convenience and better price.
I'm thinking about using a flicker effect solar trail marker light as my light source
So what you're saying is that there's enough material in the handle for 2 torches?
Yeah it’s nice since I usually make two at a time cause the 2’ pipe makes 2 handles and the flashlights come in a 2 pack
Now I’m gonna build this and figure out how to have something dangling inside the diffuser to allow a flickering when in motion like a flame like half a lolly stick on string secured to the inside at the top 🤔 I’ll figure it out and get back great video
Good idea!
I can only come up with the old fan and strips of cloth idea for movement and realism. I dont understand how to make a flame-like led one. Maybe if i break one of the walkway ones ill understand more. But ill not tear it apart for no reason.
What'd you come up with?
How do you keep the light from falling out?
Hi. I was just wondering why you would need a cage? I am looking to use this as a theatre prop.
It’s totally optional! Just for looks
I want one for a statue liberty 🗽 costume any suggestions?
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Could have saved some time by painting the handle before assembly
If you're not allowed to LARP with real flames then you need to find a different group.
Every game we play in allows enclosed real flames. Real lanterns are cool but they provide way less light, tend to get very hot, and you can’t run or fight while holding one.