Whether you want to prank your friends or create props for a home movie, creating a fake cast for your arm or leg is a fun way to create the illusion of a broken limb. With very few ingredients, you can make a fake cast at home in just a few minutes!
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Method 1 of 3: Using Socks and Gauze
Step 1. Take the white sock you are willing to cut
This method can be used to make an arm, wrist, or ankle cast. You can make it look convincing as a leg cast, but it will require a number of socks or some very long thigh-high socks. Find a sock that fits the "cast" you want to make.
Step 2. Place the tip of the cast on the sock
Pull the sock through your arm or ankle and mark where the end of the cast is. You can look at photos of real casts to get the exact location.
- For a wrist cast, you will need to mark the end of the sock on your hand at the base of your fingers and around the palm for space for your thumb.
- For an ankle cast, the mark should be at approximately the tip of your foot and the base of your toe.
Step 3. Cut the socks to the correct size
Based on the marks you made when you put the socks on, cut them to the size for your cast. Don't worry if the heel of the sock creates a small bulge at the wrist because you can cover it later.
If you want to give your false cast the right thickness, you can cut two or three socks at a time of the same size and then stack them to get the right thickness
Step 4. Put the socks back on
Once the sock is cut to the right size, you can put it back on where you want to apply the cast later. Now is the time to align the sock properly, so fit it in the proper place around your toes all the way to your arm/leg.
- If you have a lot of layered socks, you should also fold the top sock about cm, so you can tuck it under the other layers of the sock. This will give the edges of the cast a more circular look like a real cast.
- If you happen to have wrist or ankle guards that are soft enough, you can place them under a sock to give the "cast" additional thickness without damaging the sock more than necessary.
- Another option is to wrap the area with a thick athletic bandage before putting on the sock. This option will not only give the area the necessary thickness, but it will also make it more difficult for you to move your wrist/foot if you're worried that your movement will make people realize that the cast is fake.
Step 5. Wrap the section with adhesive gauze
You may find this material called gauze with glue, adhesive bandages, or other names. This material is gauze which is porous and has a slightly dry and sticky texture that allows it to stick on its own. Start at one end of the sock and wrap the gauze tightly along the length of the sock.
- You need to make sure the gauze is completely covering the sock except for the cm edge where you tuck the sock underneath. You also need to make sure that the gauze is tight to produce a very smooth surface with fewer visible gauze streaks.
- You may need to apply several layers of gauze to add additional thickness to the "cast," especially if you're only wearing one sock.
- Gauze comes in a variety of colors, so you can create a colored faux cast.
Step 6. Decorate your cast
When you're done winding it, your "cast" is ready to go. To create an added effect, you can decorate it like people would decorate a real cast. Ask someone who knows your jokes to sign the cast with some names and a "get well soon" word to get people to believe.
- If you're making a "cast" for your arm and really want to try to prank people (and make it harder for them to check your cast), you can wear an arm brace. This will also help keep your arm in the same place if you're worried that your movement will make people realize that your arm isn't actually broken.
- For a leg or ankle “cast”, consider adding a pair of crutches to your costume. You can usually find old crutches at thrift stores or thrift stores for cheap.
Method 2 of 3: Using Toilet Tissue and Plain Tissue
Step 1. Get a roll of toilet paper
This method of making a fake cast requires a lot of toilet paper, so you'll want to start with a full roll to make sure there's enough material available. If you're making a leg cast this way, you'll need a lot of toilet paper.
Step 2. Tear off five or six pieces of toilet paper
Just like with the paper mache project, you will need to form a "cast" with smaller pieces and pieces, so start tearing up about five or six pieces of toilet paper.
To save a little time in this process, you can simply tear off two pieces of toilet paper. So, tear a second sheet of the same size as the first and stack it on top of each other. Not only will this add thickness to the "cast" more quickly, but it will also help to make the strips of paper towels stronger when you wet them
Step 3. Wet the tissue sheet
You'll want to dampen the sheet slightly but don't make it completely wet, as this will make the tissue too fragile to wrap around your arm. If you have a spray bottle, simply spray a paper towel with water instead of wetting it.
Step 4. Wrap a sheet of damp tissue around your forearm or shinbone
Wherever you choose to put your "cast," start by wrapping damp toilet paper from the top where the tip of the cast is. For an ankle cast, this will be wrapped around your shin; for a wrist cast, this will be wrapped around the forearm bone.
- You'll need to start winding at the top of the cast as it will be much easier to get past the crook of your ankle or around your thumb once you have a base to work from.
- Don't worry about wrapping the toilet paper near the very end, just wrap it around first.
Step 5. Add more water to the toilet paper
Once the tissue is wrapped around your shin or forearm, add more water. You will need to use a spray bottle or even splash water on the toilet paper with your fingers as placing it under a stream of water will only destroy the toilet paper.
Step 6. Squeeze the tissue to remove excess water
The more water on the toilet paper will make the tissue more malleable, and the extra layer of tissue will stick more easily; but the coating won't stick if it's too sticky, so start squeezing your hands around your forearms or shins and wringing out the tissue to remove excess water.
Apply direct pressure because if you pull on the toilet paper instead of pressing it, the tissue may tear
Step 7. Add two more sheets of toilet paper of the same size
After the first sheet is installed, you will need to attach two pieces of tissue sheets of the same size as the first sheet. Glue one end of the two tissue sheets to the "cast" part. The moisture on the first sheet of tissue will make the second sheet sticky enough to wrap around. Then add more water and squeeze again.
You will need to repeat this step until you are satisfied with the thickness of your arm, which may take three or four times to apply
Step 8. Add two equal-sized sheets of damp tissue around your wrist or foot
Once the top of the cast is complete, you can now move on to your wrist or leg, depending on where the "cast" is placed. With two sheets of tissue the same size as before, dampen the tissue and carefully attach it to the joint.
- For ankles, you need to keep your ankles at a 90-degree angle until you're done, or you risk tearing the toilet paper.
- For the wrist and around your hand, you will need to wrap the toilet paper from your wrist around your palm (so that it passes through an L shape between your thumb and index finger), all the way to the back of your hand, then back to your palm (but this time outside your thumb). This will give your hand a realistic look and leave the thumb and other fingers free like a real wrist cast.
- You will need to repeat this step until you are happy with the bottom of the cast, which will probably require three or four layers of tissue or whatever you used on the top of the cast.
- Remember to keep the tissue sheets wet and squeeze them with each installation.
Step 9. Place colored tissue around the entire “cast”
If you want to create the illusion of a colored cast, you can choose a regular tissue color of your choice and wrap a layer or two of tissue around the "cast" until you're satisfied.
You have to be very careful when placing the paper towels on damp toilet paper because regular paper towels are even more fragile
Step 10. Wait for the “cast” to dry
Once you are satisfied with the toilet paper and regular wipes installed, you will need to wait for the wipes to dry. The toilet paper will harden as it dries, which will give the "cast" a more realistic look.
If you are in a hurry, you can also use a hairdryer to help with the drying process
Step 11. Remember to keep the body part straight
Toilet paper can still tear or tear easily, so you must remember to keep your wrists or feet in one position when applying the "cast" as movement can crush them.
Using a pair of crutches to "cast" your ankle is a great way to get people to believe it and help prevent you from bending your ankle
Method 3 of 3: Using Toilet Tissue and Gauze
Step 1. Cut out the socks
Cut the top half (where your toes are), and make it so that your arm can actually go through it, this includes making holes for the thumbs. The hole for the thumb should be roughly in the middle.
Step 2. Tuck the bottom half of the sock on the sleeve below the elbow
Step 3. Tuck the top half on your wrist
Step 4. Wrap the soft lining around your arm
Some recommended materials are toilet paper, kitchen paper, felt sheets, etc. Leave room at the top and bottom (where the socks are).
Step 5. Wrap the duct tape around the soft lining, leaving space at the top and bottom (where the socks are)
Step 6. Wrap the tissue around the wrapped sleeve, leaving space at the top and bottom (where the socks are)
Wrap it around your thumb too.
Step 7. Fold the remaining sock material
Step 8. Apply the finish to the folded sleeves and the folded sock
Let a little part of the sock show.
Step 9. Apply glue to the plaster (liquid glue, white glue or blue glue)
Step 10. Wait for the cast to dry
You can sign it with a marker afterwards.
Tips
- While it's fun to make a fake cast at home, you can always order a fake one online because it's not that expensive.
- Remember not to use your wrists or feet (any body part where the cast is attached) because that will get you caught.
- Don't cover your fingers for a wrist cast. Just wrap it around your palm.
- Make sure your "cast" doesn't get wet.
- Adding arm support or crutches to this joke will make people more likely to believe it.
- Avoid people wearing real casts because your casts may not be the same when compared to side by side.
