Hi everyone. I posted a bunch of stuff here years ago, and really haven't done much in the way of SW projects, so stopped posting (lack of relevance to the forum and all that). But I finally returned to the SW fold thanks to my son's interest in Star Wars. He has of course made great use of my vehicles and action figures, but as we know Hasbro has neglected the most iconic Star Wars ship of all...the Imperial Star Destroyer.
We have a new baby on the way, and as such purchased a fancy new crib...which came in a really big box. My little guy has been using various pieces of cardboard for a Star Destroyer, and I had a thought...I have this massive amount of cardboard destined for the curb...why not make a Star Destroyer from all that for my son?
Now, don't measure the proportions, but I figured the basic shape I roughed out was recognizable enough...
I used heavy cardboard for the main shape and structure, then thinner cardboard for the greeblie detail, and then cereal box cardboard for a few spots. Lots of carpenter glue, duct, and masking tape were also used.
Star Wars Vs. Star Trek!
Figure hatch!
Its about 33" long, and I sliced two sections open on the top for my little guy to stuff Star Wars figures into it. He seems pretty happy with it:
I spent a few bucks on white spray paint and foam balls for the shield generators (which I'll have to fix, since the partially disintegrated from the paint). Otherwise, I made it from stuff from the recycle bin. The way I see it, this is a practice run for a more elaborate vehicle made of wood or styrene...but to be honest, this cardboard ship seems to really fit the bill.
