Your display, the Funko way!

Postby **93matt** » Mon Nov 30, 2015 8:30 am

nikegolferML23 wrote:Decided to OOB for My Marvel Collection, since in box took so much room. Be thanks for Kimchi for the help on the dimensions for the risers. I will probably do another tower for video games characters and walking dead collections.

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After:

Amazing!

Postby **HPLove** » Mon Nov 30, 2015 8:13 pm

Great displays everyone

Postby **treswright** » Wed Dec 02, 2015 9:57 am

Banjax wrote:Not totally happy with the risers but for my first time making them they will do.

You've got a great start to your collection :-)

If you don't mind some advice on the risers, it looks like you're having trouble getting a nice, straight cut, is that right? I use a metal straight edge for shorter cuts and an aluminum T square for longer cuts, it looks like this one:

http://drywall101.com/images/content/fullsize/t-square.png

I use just a regular Exacto handle and number 11 blades, looks like this:

A single blade will get you through many cuts, you can tell when it starts getting dull as it will no longer cut cleanly but will start tearing the paper or foam core. That's when it's time to swap blades. Some people use box cutters but the thicker blade makes it tough to get a clean cut.

A "self-healing" cutting mat is an absolute must, they look like this:

https://www.thevillagehaberdashery.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/o/l/olfa_cutting_mat.jpg

It will protect whatever surface you're cutting on, plus it keeps your piece from slipping while you're cutting. You can also use the lines on it as alignment assistance to make sure you're cutting straight. Plus because it is a soft surface you're cutting into your blades will stay sharper longer.

Anyway I first measure and make a couple of light marks with pencil and then I line up my straight edge on the marks. I'm left handed, so I apply downward pressure to the straight edge with my right hand and cut with my left. I do not try to cut all the way through on the first pass because there's a higher chance of the blade "walking" if you do that. Instead, apply medium pressure and cut from one end to the other in a smooth, continuous motion. Try to apply a slight amount of pressure into the straight edge to keep the cut from straying away from the straight edge. Make two or 3 more passes until you've cut all the way through to the other side.

It takes some practice but after a while you'll find you can make the cuts smooth every time and can also do it pretty quickly.

I hope that helps!

Postby **treswright** » Wed Dec 02, 2015 10:07 am

nikegolferML23 wrote:I took advice from Kimchi Pasta. Basically he said to purchase 3 sheets of the 30x40 elmers foam board. It took me 4 cause made a few mistakes along the way. I emphasize to use an X-Acto knife and changing blades after each sheet. Makes life more easier. Kimchi also said to dedicate 1 sheet of foam board just for steps. I used 3/4" nails as I couldn't find 5/8" nails.

Nice work Mike, your cases look great! Kimchi has inspired a lot of us to do some really killer displays :-)

Especially the LED strip lighting idea, wow that made a huge difference in my cases. Kimchi mentioned in an earlier post that over time some of the risers have started sagging from the weight of the Pops. When I build my risers I use solid verticals as well as horizontals. I also use hot glue (sparingly) to assemble mine although you have to be careful as it can get messy fast. The verticals and the hot glue really result in rock-solid risers though.

Postby **Banjax** » Wed Dec 02, 2015 10:35 am

treswright wrote:
Banjax wrote:Not totally happy with the risers but for my first time making them they will do.

You've got a great start to your collection If you don't mind some advice on the risers, it looks like you're having trouble getting a nice, straight cut, is that right? I use a metal straight edge for shorter cuts and an aluminum T square for longer cuts, it looks like this one:

http://drywall101.com/images/content/fullsize/t-square.png

I use just a regular Exacto handle and number 11 blades, looks like this:

A single blade will get you through many cuts, you can tell when it starts getting dull as it will no longer cut cleanly but will start tearing the paper or foam core. That's when it's time to swap blades. Some people use box cutters but the thicker blade makes it tough to get a clean cut.

A "self-healing" cutting mat is an absolute must, they look like this:

https://www.thevillagehaberdashery.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/o/l/olfa_cutting_mat.jpg

It will protect whatever surface you're cutting on, plus it keeps your piece from slipping while you're cutting. You can also use the lines on it as alignment assistance to make sure you're cutting straight. Plus because it is a soft surface you're cutting into your blades will stay sharper longer.

Anyway I first measure and make a couple of light marks with pencil and then I line up my straight edge on the marks. I'm left handed, so I apply downward pressure to the straight edge with my right hand and cut with my left. I do not try to cut all the way through on the first pass because there's a higher chance of the blade "walking" if you do that. Instead, apply medium pressure and cut from one end to the other in a smooth, continuous motion. Try to apply a slight amount of pressure into the straight edge to keep the cut from straying away from the straight edge. Make two or 3 more passes until you've cut all the way through to the other side.

It takes some practice but after a while you'll find you can make the cuts smooth every time and can also do it pretty quickly.

I hope that helps!

Yeah I used a box cutter I had from work and was pretty difficult getting a good cut, thanks for all the advice though. I'll for sure take it all into consideration my next time around.

Postby **thejosh2010** » Wed Dec 02, 2015 12:57 pm

I always feel like I have my business partner & my butler standing by should I need anything LOL‎

Postby **Poncho Pete** » Wed Dec 02, 2015 8:58 pm

Looks good, Mike!

Postby **nikegolferML23** » Wed Dec 02, 2015 10:05 pm

Poncho Pete wrote:Looks good, Mike!

Thanks Pete, just have to work on the missing pieces.

Postby **Banjax** » Thu Dec 03, 2015 3:08 pm

nikegolferML23 wrote:
Poncho Pete wrote:Looks good, Mike!

Thanks Pete, just have to work on the missing pieces.

If you don't mind me asking where did you get the glass displays and for how much?

Postby **nikegolferML23** » Thu Dec 03, 2015 4:33 pm

Banjax wrote:
nikegolferML23 wrote:
Poncho Pete wrote:Looks good, Mike!

Thanks Pete, just have to work on the missing pieces.

If you don't mind me asking where did you get the glass displays and for how much?

From Ikea, they are called Detolf Glass Cabinet. It was $59.98 I think for one.

Postby **TulaBug** » Thu Dec 03, 2015 4:51 pm

Great place for your Bone Daddy Josh! Does the TV give him enough of a charge to make his head glow?

Postby **Paine1031** » Thu Dec 03, 2015 10:45 pm

I also have that case from Ikea. I love it! I need to build some riser, for now I use boxes

Postby **Fugly16** » Fri Dec 04, 2015 9:15 am

Paine1031 wrote:I also have that case from Ikea. I love it! I need to build some riser, for now I use boxes

Looks good! My girlfriend surprised me with this case one day, the riser she bought from amazon i think. Works well too.

Postby **Paine1031** » Fri Dec 04, 2015 2:59 pm

Kanehg wrote:
Paine1031 wrote:I also have that case from Ikea. I love it! I need to build some riser, for now I use boxes

Looks good! My girlfriend surprised me with this case one day, the riser she bought from amazon i think. Works well too.

If you have a link for them that would be great

Postby **case** » Sun Dec 06, 2015 11:11 pm

It always starts out with adjusting one thing out of place and then turns into a field day. A local Funatic and I were just talking about that this morning! LOL!

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Postby **Fugly16** » Mon Dec 07, 2015 1:27 pm

Paine1031 wrote:
Kanehg wrote:
Paine1031 wrote:I also have that case from Ikea. I love it! I need to build some riser, for now I use boxes

Looks good! My girlfriend surprised me with this case one day, the riser she bought from amazon i think. Works well too.

If you have a link for them that would be great

Azar 326043 12-Inch W by 8.5-Inch D Three-Tier Acrylic Step Display https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0083R3DHO/re ... zwb7HBF3JY

Postby **lexiyrock** » Mon Dec 07, 2015 3:05 pm

Postby **zOnesTarX** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 9:10 am

Love the dorbz

Postby **Funko_Bandido** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 12:46 pm

Here's the start of my Batman/Gotham shrine! My latest addition is Two-Face

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Postby **Ben** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 2:02 pm

That's an awesome collection bandido!!
You need the rainbow batmen!

Postby **Funko_Bandido** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 2:16 pm

Thanks! I've been going back and forth if I should get them or not...It's never ending with Batman lol

Postby **WonderBoi** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 7:36 pm

So, I just ordered one of the IKEA cases. Hope this works. My POPS! are out of control,lol

Postby **Fugly16** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 8:54 pm

WonderBoi wrote:So, I just ordered one of the IKEA cases. Hope this works. My POPS! are out of control,lol

You won't regret it!

Postby **Jezter** » Thu Dec 10, 2015 9:10 am

Paine1031 wrote:I also have that case from Ikea. I love it! I need to build some riser, for now I use boxes

Really like these, especially with the risers, I just don't have a single place to put one, let alone two or three in my apartment. For now my display is on the wall, but I'll be out of space by spring, if not sooner, ugh.

Postby **chrisberg** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 10:33 am

hit the thousand funko pop count this week. ill post up more pictures in a bit.all four wall corners filled, not shown is the wall behind me containing the vehicles and bigger pop figures. gotta make more room for the ones coming in. nice collection everyone. i need nice displays like many of you. im just using racks i got from home depot.

Postby **hailmary25** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 11:42 am

chrisberg wrote:hit the thousand funko pop count this week. ill post up more pictures in a bit.all four wall corners filled, not shown is the wall behind me containing the vehicles and bigger pop figures. gotta make more room for the ones coming in. nice collection everyone. i need nice displays like many of you. im just using racks i got from home depot.

WOW just WOW. I would and will never hit 1k pops. But I do think I would have a lot more than my current amount if my wife was more on board or collected with me.

Postby **KMFH11** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 2:26 pm

chrisberg wrote:hit the thousand funko pop count this week. ill post up more pictures in a bit.all four wall corners filled, not shown is the wall behind me containing the vehicles and bigger pop figures. gotta make more room for the ones coming in. nice collection everyone. i need nice displays like many of you. im just using racks i got from home depot.

WOW! Congratulations on hitting 1K =D>

Postby **Annabelle** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 9:09 pm

chrisberg wrote:hit the thousand funko pop count this week. ill post up more pictures in a bit.all four wall corners filled, not shown is the wall behind me containing the vehicles and bigger pop figures. gotta make more room for the ones coming in. nice collection everyone. i need nice displays like many of you. im just using racks i got from home depot.

Holy impressive walls of Pops! Wow!

Postby **Propellarhead9** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 10:23 pm

Holy crap that's a lot of Pop's. My wife likes them but I still she would kill me if we had that many.

Postby **Applenz** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 2:09 am

I'm running out of room. :eek:

I have Mulan, Mushu and Songbird on pre order, and I'm getting Deathwing and Thrall for Christmas, and I still have three more Dragon Ball Z POPs to get. I don't know where I'm going to put them all lol

Postby **Reavel** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 8:56 am

All this displays... all so awesome... #Goals
I'll hopefully post mine in 2016 after the Xmas craziness.

Postby **Jezter** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 10:47 am

chrisberg wrote:hit the thousand funko pop count this week. ill post up more pictures in a bit.all four wall corners filled, not shown is the wall behind me containing the vehicles and bigger pop figures. gotta make more room for the ones coming in. nice collection everyone. i need nice displays like many of you. im just using racks i got from home depot.

Good golly miss molly!! 1,000 Pops? Yikes!!! I'll need a house and a large man cave and more money if I ever want that many Pops and still stay married, but that's awesome and insane! Still bugs me to see so many in boxes though...haha. Looks like a store instead of a collection, but I am still in awe! Amazing!!

Postby **Barryyyyy** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 4:21 pm

The latest of my bedroom display including GameStop Batgirl and the HB Pop!s I have. Still have a few in transit, so this will change shortly!

Postby **TanyaTate** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 5:50 pm

Me and some of my collection that I have in the office. Disney, Flocked and Game of Thrones. Also some of my Swarovski Disney collection

Postby **Fnkyeahryry** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 6:45 pm

TanyaTate wrote:Me and some of my collection that I have in the office. Disney, Flocked and Game of Thrones. Also some of my Swarovski Disney collection

So cool! Disney pops are what started the collection for me! Very awesome collection!

Postby **KMFH11** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 6:48 pm

Awesome display Tanya!

Postby **toro423** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 7:38 pm

Great display Tanya! Love the Disney! The slippers too!

Postby **clashcityrocker33** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 7:59 pm

Nicely done, Barryyyy. The display looks great and the Funkovision is even better.

Postby **WendyWho** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 8:45 pm

Decided to try out some shelving to make room in the cabinets for my Disney collection. Old, slightly uneven plaster walls made this quite the experience, but I got them mostly straight. lol

I have 5 more to hang tomorrow, but for now, here's part of my relocated collection.

Postby **bathtub-tigers** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 8:47 pm

love your collection, tanya! i want to collect more disney - they are so colorful!
i only have GoT pops and neutral tones are not nearly as fun to look at.

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