Making Your Own Toys?

[Brainboyz]

I'll be the first to admit that I'm a geek all the way to my core. As any other geek will attest, tinkering and creating is part of the MO. With this in mind, my girlfriend and I started getting into toys and my first instincts were to modify / create my own.

I have one problem though; I have no access to manufacturing or prototyping machinery. Any hints or tips? I thought of using the 'cast-a-cock' kits, but they really don't seem to come with enough to do any expirementing or even multiple small toys. The electronics I can muster, but the actual forming and shaping with fluid-friendly materials has caught me with a roadblock.

I'm not thinking mass production (yet ) but wouldn't mind the ability to custom shape maybe a dozen or two different ideas for semi-low prices.

 

[ethicalslut]

How about buying one of those cast-a-cock kits just to see how they do it? I'm thinking (and mind you I'm just a semi-interested DIY-er, I have NO experience in this area) that what you would need would be some kind of container that was watertight and hinged in half, plaster, some kind of paper or something to go in between the two halves so you could get your manunit out of the cast, the plaster, something to grease up your penis so the plaster wouldn't stick to your skin (and DON'T FORGET TO SHAVE!!!), then whatever you want to use to make the toy itself. I'm thinking the last thing would be the most difficult thing to obtain.

Also, you'll probably need quick-drying plaster unless you have the ability to keep an erection through sheer mental fortitude until the reg'lar stuff dries.

There was an article in the book "the Bust Guide to the New Girl Order" about a woman who went around making plaster casts of famous people's penis. The article wasn't exactly a how-to, but was highly entertaining.

Again, I have no clue what I'm talking about. Don't sue me if you try it and it doesn't work out.

 

[SweetErika]

This is a shot in the dark, but how about checking out some costume and special effects forums and shops? Or, you could research what materials they use for movies and find out where to buy them. For example, I know gallons of latex and cyberskin-like materials at certain shops or from the manufacturers are available for masks, appendages, and special effects on movies and the like. If you live near a major city, there should be at least one shop that will carry suitable materials or know where to get them.

Another option might be to use existing toys and modify their electronics so they're stronger, more adjustible, have different motions, pulsate, etc.

A third might be to use materials that aren't quite as suitable to be exposed to bodily fluids, and use a condom if it's designed for insertion.

Don't sue me either...I'm clearly not a professional!

 

[wildthang]

As far as creating a shape for casting goes, if you can get your hands on some clay (they have stuff you can just bake in an oven but it is shit so you are better off getting the real stuff and going to any place with a kiln, most colleges will let you use thiers although they sometimes charge a fee) but you can go wild with shapes and what not, having the ability to form the clay how ever you please.


As far as an actual medium for the toys, the only thing I could find that would work is liquid latex, it will dry and be the sam consistancy as a jelly rubber toy. But I am not sure on how that stuff works and what kind of precautions and stuff need to be taken.


Or if you want a firm toy, stick with the clay, after its glazed it is smooth but its hard, like a glass or plastic toy. I made one once in ceramics when I was in school, it was pretty nice, and once again you have the freedom of molding it how ever you see fit.

Have fun, let me know how it goes!

 

[fergus4]

Much respect. I am a do-it-yoursel-er also.

I have never made any "cast" toys, but I have thought about some "furniture" that I would like to contruct (like a set of stocks maybe).

I HAVE done some casting for model making etc. It is a new skill to learn in deed with many steps and a required amount of patience. If you can deal with your dissapointments and learn from them, you will do well.

Now, about casting. If you are doing it to save money, forget it. Get some nice mass-produced toys. But the price you pay in materials for learning how to do it will be worth the cost just for the new skills learned.

Step one: hit the book store! There are books on casting and mold-making! You are looking for information on making molds and castings that are non-toxic and friendly to the skin. The movie industry does this all the time so the info IS OUT THERE!

Step two: Assemble the materials. Find quality stuff, spare no expense if the education is worth it to you.

Step three: experiment. Start small, learn one new technique at a time. Learn from your failures. If you get frustrated, set it all down for a little while.

fergus

 

[qwertyok]

NOO!!!

Noo!! Don't put plaster on your skin, especially your penis! Even pottery plaster can create enough heat while curing to burn your skin, giving you an unwanted trip to the ER. I would suggest contacting "Smooth-on" or "BJB Enterprises" for molding/casting materials. Google 'em for the websites. I second going to an FX store to see what they have on hand.

Suggested method:
-Get lifecasting silicone from Smooth-on. Lifecast penis
-Cast in desired material

Any way you decide to do it, it wont be cheap if you don't already have the materials on-hand.
Just dont put plaster on your skin.

 

[Brainboyz]

First off, thank you everyone for replying.

SweetErika, I'd never sue you. And I've already done modifications to existing toys much to my sweet heart's enjoyment. For example a multi-speed, multi-pattern wireless remote control bullet. Much amusement in public and MUCH cheaper than the $90 single-speed on/off remote ones you get in the store (I think the prototype cost $30 including the spare parts I had left).

Thank you for the liquid latex idea wildthang, that may very well work for prototyping and I know you can get buckets of that. Perhaps that with a vasoline-coated plaster mold may work.

I'd already thought of the cast-a-cock kits, but they don't work well with multiple trials. And I'm not trying to make toys of myself, I'm much too average sized for that. LOL! qwertyok, thanks for the warning though.

Anyone have experience with small-scale plastic vacuum molding?

Looks like this should be easier than I was first expecting. Should mention I'm in LA, so most major movie production stores are nearby.

 

[SweetErika]

First off, thank you everyone for replying.

SweetErika, I'd never sue you. And I've already done modifications to existing toys much to my sweet heart's enjoyment. For example a multi-speed, multi-pattern wireless remote control bullet. Much amusement in public and MUCH cheaper than the $90 single-speed on/off remote ones you get in the store (I think the prototype cost $30 including the spare parts I had left).

Thank you for the liquid latex idea wildthang, that may very well work for prototyping and I know you can get buckets of that. Perhaps that with a vasoline-coated plaster mold may work.

I'd already thought of the cast-a-cock kits, but they don't work well with multiple trials. And I'm not trying to make toys of myself, I'm much too average sized for that. LOL! qwertyok, thanks for the warning though.

Anyone have experience with small-scale plastic vacuum molding?

Looks like this should be easier than I was first expecting. Should mention I'm in LA, so most major movie production stores are nearby.

You aren't a fan of Mythbusters by chance, are you?

Again, I don't really know, but you might want to see expert advice on coating anything with an oil-based substance that latex is going to come in contact with, as it might not set up or start disintegrating the toy before it's done.

If any my ideas prove helpful, I wouldn't mind being thanked in the form of a toy!

 

[Bobmi357]

Well considering the wife likes a good occasional spanking, I made a flogger for that purpose.

A .5 inch wooden dowl from any hardware store, cut to roughly 10 inches in length, then get some leather strips, well cured, .25 inch to .5 wide and 6 to 8 inches long from a tandy leather store. Also get leather shoelaces from the same store along with leather glue (this whole thing can be made for less than 10 bucks).

Put the wide straps along the top of the dowel with at least 6 inches or more hanging free, tack down the stap with a penny nail, and put down another strap overlapping the previous one by about .25 inches. When you have the top of the dowel covered in straps, carefully and tightly wound the shoelaces around the top of the dowel completely covering the straps tacked down to the dowel, use the leather glue to keep that in place.

For a little added enjoyment if you want, use sand paper to round off the bottom of the dowel and dip it in liquid latex.

The flogger makes a really sharp smacking sound, but because the leather is well cured and very soft, it neither leaves marks or creates a lot of pain. It does sting a bit, but the sound is probably what lends it the greatest enjoyment. It sounds a lot worse than it really is.

Have fun

 

[Lynxie]

You aren't a fan of Mythbusters by chance, are you?

LOL Erika...my hubby's addicted to that show. As soon as I heard "buckets of latex," that's what came to mind.

 

[qwertyok]

You can always sculpt a sex toy and mold that.

If you are going to be using latex in a plaster mold, no mold release is needed. The vaseline will also rot latex, just to let you know. Any petroleum based substance will not play well with latex.

The process always depends on what you really want in the end

 

[fergus4]

Research your chemicals! Yes, do NOT use plaster and such on skin. They make algenates for dental molding and such, these might be what you should look into.

Bobmi, anychance you can post a pic of the flogger? it wouls help me visualize the construction.

I have seen sites for home-made male chastity belts, but do not (excuse the expression) have the balls to try making one yet.

fergus

 

[Kincky_McFeely]

This place details two part silicones:

link

Don't use plaster on your cock! I hear that's a bad idea.

 

[Meat Whistler]

This is a shot in the dark, but how about checking out some costume and special effects forums and shops? Or, you could research what materials they use for movies and find out where to buy them.

Definitely a great suggestion. I, personally, haven't been able to make my own cocks; however, this is where you would start. I would check Halloween shops online, too, as they often have the materials to make masks and similar items. Please make sure you utilize non-toxic materials.

 

[SweetErika]

I don't know what "molding powder" is, but apparently it's safe because they're using it in "make your own vibe kits":
http://sex.mypleasure.com/store/product.asp?dept_id=701&pf_id=0859

This tells how to make your own high tech toys: http://www.symtoys.com/toys.html

Very low tech: http://www.homemade-sex-toys.com

The materials the kits use:
http://www.holisticwisdom.com/article_sex_make_your_own_dildo.htm

Toy material details: http://www.babeland.com/shoppingadvice/sextoymaterials

 

[redfunguy]

There was an article in the book "the Bust Guide to the New Girl Order" about a woman who went around making plaster casts of famous people's penis. The article wasn't exactly a how-to, but was highly entertaining.

Thats Plaster Caster. KISS wrote a song about her in the 70's
Google her and you will find out all sorts of cool stuff. I met her one time, and she was really cool about me asking her questions about her profession.

 

[FinePhilly]

And I've already done modifications to existing toys much to my sweet heart's enjoyment. For example a multi-speed, multi-pattern wireless remote control bullet. Much amusement in public and MUCH cheaper than the $90 single-speed on/off remote ones you get in the store (I think the prototype cost $30 including the spare parts I had left).

Can I put in an order for one of those....

PLEASE!!!

 

[Brainboyz]

You guys rock! Lots of links and useful materials. I think I'm going to have some fun. If I actually get anything useful, I'll let you guys know.

Not a fan of Mythbusters, more to lack of time to watch as opposed to not liking it.

SweetErika, that high-tech toys page is something like what I tend to do. The two-channel remote controlled one I've done, but instead of 4 toys mine does for functions (slow, fast, slow pulse, fast pulse). And actually, instead of the expensive RC cars they recommend, you can use one of those MicroRC Cars that were the craze a year ago. Only cost about $3-$5 each and provide 2-channels up to around 15-25 ft. Best part is, the receiver is the size of the little car instead of the size of a box of cigarettes (normal RCs). Add a battery pack that holds 2 AA's for power and you're all set.

Any requests for me to attempt?

 

[BlueSugar]

www.stockroom.com

go to new products.

they have a vibe making kit, fresh of the presses.