Noodle Sword making (30.4.1)
Read MoreTools and supplies to make noodle swords
A knife is the only essential tool. I use the tape measure to keep them the same size, and the home made tape dispenser makes the taping job go smoothly. A swimming noodle, cut to the desired length, is the main body of the the sword. I use a bunch, 5 to 7, of tomato stakes so that the impact is not as bad as when something stiffer, such as pvc pipe or even golf club handles, is used. The plastic bags are stuffed in the "pointy" end so that there is a cushion between the ends of the tomato stakes and the end of the noodle. Assemeble and tape well.
Measure desired length and cut noodle.
A sharp knife is not essential, but a good idea.
Tape the ends of the tomato stakes
These will most likely need cutting so that all are the same length. If your knife is sharp enough you can use that, but pruning shears would work better.
At least an inch of hole will be filled with plastic bags.
The plastic holds better than cutting a piece off another noodle and stuffing it in here.
Tape the handle so it will stay in place.
Although I've tried various kinds of blue, in the end the usage of these is too rough for glue, but if there are enough vertical strips holding the handle in place, and well as some diagonally with one end on the noodle. it will last.
the handle needs diagonal taping for strength.
Whatever taping pattern you use, you will want a smooth grip.