{"id":8507,"date":"2022-12-02T16:16:15","date_gmt":"2022-12-02T15:16:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/brojka2026.local\/?p=8507"},"modified":"2022-12-15T14:30:49","modified_gmt":"2022-12-15T13:30:49","slug":"secret-life-of-mascots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brojka.hr\/en\/secret-life-of-mascots\/","title":{"rendered":"SECRET LIFE OF MASCOTS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Visualization and choosing the manufacturing technology<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In order to best understand your wishes, it is important for us to visualize the character and the mascot itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can be an example that you found on the Internet, an already existing mascot that needs to be copied or a drawing that we create together, from scratch. On such a drawing, we will indicate where the person is positioned in relation to the mascot, the technique of functionality and the choice of colors. Materials are selected according to the season of the year the mascot will be used in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Construction and selection of materials<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When the material is selected, we start constructing the parts. In order to achieve the desired design and functionality, a large part of the production goes to the preparation of the structure itself. Each mascot is different, and its appearance is affected by shape, size and purpose, and accordingly it depends on what material the mould will be made of. It can be made of one or more parts, made of high-quality sponge, while for simpler mascots we use fabric and cotton wool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cutting and assembly of tailoring parts of the mascot<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After the cardboard parts representing certain segments of the mascot’s body are made, they are drawn on the sponge and it is cut out. We glue several thin surfaces in order to achieve the desired shape. Creating and connecting the cut parts is an important step, because we get a glimpse of how the mascot will look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to checking the functionality, this is the last moment when we can make corrections and work on details by gluing additional layers to give the impression of a bigger belly, stronger legs and the like. As for the head, the most important thing is to ensure comfort when carrying and moving the head, while comfort is ensured by the sponge lining. In this phase, the details of the head itself are also worked out, and the most important thing is to check the field of vision located in the area of \u200b\u200bthe mascot’s eyes or mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sewing and application of details and decorations<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In this phase, we create and add small details that define the impression of the mascot’s liveliness (sparkle in the eyes, headpieces, gloves and shoes). We also print on the mascot’s clothes or the mascot itself and sew a bag for transporting the mascot made of breathable material, for easier and safer storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintenance<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To extend the lifespan of the mascot, in addition to wearing it conscientiously, a high priority should be taking care of it when it is not in use. With just a few simple rules, it is possible to avoid both minor damage during handling, as well as irreversible damage caused by moisture (mould) or even the appearance of bacterial or insect habitats during rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n