Earlier this year  Shorey Designs  invented fabric-based flexible scale-maille. They did this  by 3D printing individual scales with a backing tulle fabric, embedded after half a dozen print layers.

We could not resist giving this a go at Basingstoke Makerspace. As you can see we produced a robust set of scales with the tulle backing firmly attached. Several applications come to mind:  using the  technique for Cosplay items,  creating scale-backed gloves for bike riding or making an interesting necklace and ear-rings.  We really like the idea of using it for really neat  cat armour.

Why not come along to  Basingstoke  Makerspace Open Evening any Tuesday between 7:00 pm and 9:30  pm  and think about what you might make.