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Klingon Uniform Construction Guide Star Trek: The Motion Picture & Star Trek: T

Klingon Uniform Construction Guide Star Trek: The Motion Picture & Star Trek: The Search for Spock Style Uniform CONSTRUCTION NOTES The Duty Uniform vest in the films was made from leather, dyed grey, then buffed to a shiny silver for the film; however, there are numerous fabrics-both natural and man-made-that can adequately substitute for the expensive leather. For instance a variety of vinyl, leather-look-a- like fabric. It is easy to work with on most sewing machines and holds its shape startlingly well. There are, of course, many fine materials, particularly in upholstery fabrics and the final decision of choosing the right one is ultimately left to the decision (and pocket book) of the costumer. The color of the vest is a shiny silver\grey, which is tarnished through constant wear (as well as lack of care by the Klingons). This effect can be achieved by using a substance called Rub & Buff (sold nationwide in hobby and craft stores): The substance is applied to the material like an oil, rubbed in until it dries, then buffed for the appropriate shine. Rub & Buff comes in silver, gold, bronze, etc., and is very easy to use. However, ot is suggested to work in small sections until you are fully proficient. The shoulder, neck and sleeve trims-which should be buffed to a shiny silver-grey-are cut from felt (or equivalent material), sewn to the vest, then hardened by a liquid resin. (Note: if you have friends that are model builders, they can show you how to pour and harden the resin; otherwise, consult with your local craft store.) The other trims-such as on the gloves and uniform- are surgical tubes dyed black and epoxied into place. Perhaps, the most striking feature of the Klingon uniform is the sharp contrast of the black undergarments against the silver vest, and this can easily be achieved with a little patience. Black fake fur is cut from the sleeve pattern and sewn into the sleeve holes of the silver vest, while vinyl (or equivalent material) is sewn to the top of high boots as a boot-extender to cover the black duty trousers. Additional black trims can be added to the boots and pants to compliment the overall look. (Note: three parallel trims-originating at the bottom of the vest and ending under the boot- extender-are sewn first together, then to the front crease lines of the trousers.) One challenge in the uniform's design that Robert Fletcher had difficulty with was the closure devices. He and his crew chose snaps and fasteners, but from a practical point of view they are most unreliable when dealing with heavy leathers or vinyls. I found velcro, sewn to the under- side of the yoke and the top of the vest, to be ideal for joining the top and bottom halves of the uniform; and a zipper, hidden in the rear, adequate to get the costume on- and-off. However, should you wish to use snaps and fasteners, use plenty of them to keep the uniform sealed. Various accoutrements should be hand- crafted or scratch-built to make the uniform most authentic. PATTERN A Uniform Pattern-median size 38 - has been provided with this article; and because of its schematic layout, the size ratio can be altered up and down for larger or smaller sizes. A pattern for the sleeves has also been included; but no pattern for trousers or boots. Due to the intricacy of the costumer's design, you may wish to obtain color photos or consult several magazines on the Star Trek films. Please note: This article contains sufficient information to re-create the uniform, and you need not be a master or expert costumer; but you should be familiar with working from patterns and have moderate talent. Remember: the costume is not an easy one, but with patience and attention to detail, you, too, can make it. MATERIALS 3-5 yards of leather or leather-like vinyl (neutral color) 2 yards of grey lining material (shiny)* 2 yards of felt (or equivalent material) (neutral color) 1 yard of black fake fur 3 yards of black trim (1/4 inch to 1/2 inch) 2 yards of 1/2 inch silver trim 2 yards of black velcro 1 12 to 15 inch silver zipper 2 yards of silver rope or upholstery cord (112 inch in diameter) 1 pair of black electrician's gloves 1 pair of black trousers (with front crease) 1 pair of high boots 1 2 1/2 to 3 inch belt (black vinyl preferred) 1 tube of silver Rub & Buff 1 tube of fast drying resin or cement 2 yards of 2 to 3 inch silver trim Assorted accoutrements and belt buckle *Note: Should you wish to line your vest, purchase a lining that will be suitable for uniform color. INSTRUCTIONS Step 1 - Once you've obtained your fabrics and materials, you are ready to begin. Measure (or have someone else measure) your waist, chest, shoulders, neck and arm's length, and transfer those measurements to the pattern, prior to cutting the materials out. The pattern is a median size 38-which is your most common size medium-and you will need to work up and down from that. It is suggested that you cut the materials out approximately one size larger than necessary because of the elaborate ribbing. You can always take the extra material out; but it's difficult, if not impossible, to add. (Note: If you are working in leather (instead of vinyl), you may wish to purchase a trim that will simulate the ribbing-effect, because multiple layers of leather is too thick for most standard sewing machines.) Step 2 - Fold material in half and cu t patterns au t. Pay particular attention to cutting the yoke so that it remains a single unit divided by the fold. (By doing this, it will save you the step of sewing the yoke halves together.) Step 3 - Pin the wrong side of the left front to the correct side of the right front and stitch the two together along the straight section with a % to 112 inch, Fold the right front side up and press with a hot iron. (Note: Be careful not to melt your vinyl material with an overly hot iron.) Step 4 - Pin zipper to the right and left rear panels and sew, leaving a % to Y2 inch lip on each side to hide the zipper. (If you are working with snaps and fasteners, hide them with a slight fold from the right rear panel.) Step 5 - Ribbing effect-(Ignore this step if you are using trim to simulate the ribbing effect.) Working from the front center (rear center, or yoke center) to the corner edges, take a nip of material- approximately 1/4 inches-from the correct side, pin in a straight line from the top of the material to the bottom, then carefully sew. The effect is an outstanding one when executed properly, and you may find using a ruler a major aide. Step 6 - Pin felt trim to the outer edges of the yoke, so that it covers the unfinished material and sew with a straight stitch completely around the fabric. (Once completed, rub in the silver color, buff to the appropriate shine, and apply the resin to the felt, not the vinyl to achieve a stiff, finished look.) (Note: The resin and felt process is a difficult one. You may wish to purchase a silver trim, instead, and simply sew it to the yoke.) Step 7 - Before the resin hardens, sew or glue a stripe of velcro under the front and back of the yoke. The other half of the velcro should then be matched to the bottom half of the vest before it is sewn, or glued, in place. Step 8 - Stitch completed back to front at the shoulders. Step 9 - Pin wrong sides of sleeve "A" and "B" facing outward and stitch along the straight section with a 1/4 to 1/2 inch seam. Fold right sides outward and press with hot iron. (Do this for both sleeves.) Step 10 - Pin silver (1/2 inch) trim to the correct side of the sleeve and sew. (Do this for both sleeves.) Step 11 - Pin wrong sides of the vest front with back and sample try-on the vest. If the shoulders are too big, cut corners appropriately. If the waist, or chest sections are too big, repin the sides and cut-off excess. Step 12 - Pin silver (2-3 inch) trim to vest just above the waist and below the chest and sew. Step 13 - With right sides together, pin sleeve to armhole edge of the vest, matching the top of the sleeve with the shoulder. Baste. Then stitch. Step 14 - Stitch underarm of vest and sleeves, making certain the trims match up. Step 15 - Turn 5/8 inch of the cuff's edge under and hem. Step 16 - Finish lower edge of vest with a 5/8 inch narrow hem. Step 17 - Apply silver color uploads/Geographie/ uniform-guide.pdf