Thread: Need Help With Arm And Leg Extensions

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I am making a costume this year (of coarse), and am in need of some advice. I need to make my arms and legs look longer. Any ideas are welcome. I don't have to walk, though if I could that would be awesome, and don't need to grab things either. Any way for my arms and legs to be extended would be great.

I've researched a little into painter's stilts, but they're past my budget unless I can find a tutorial on how to make your own. Any ideas?

I found these on the internet and also saw a pair in person. They have PVC inside to grip and cover your forearm. They will make your arm extend two feet longer. Very nice product at around $40-60 dollars. They are made by Don Post. I have been doing a lot of reserch on this also. Hope this helps.

Forgot to add the link.

http://www.badplanet.com/asp/itemlis...I&K=handsgiant

Thanks! This does help. I might make my own off of this idea though, because it might be cheaper.

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Leg and Arm Extensions

I've seen a lot of painters stilts available on craigslist and I've seen crutches used to extend the arms

Depending on the final look of the costume you are going for, I recommend 5 gallon Home Depot buckets with ski boots bolted to the bottoms. They are really sturdy. Great way to add a bit of height without much cost.