25 JAN 2016 · Shaina, Philip & Victoria are back continuing the Foam Wall Panel Series. This week we discuss 4 methods for transferring your designs onto foam: using scissors, transfer paper, transfer crayons, and the re-sizing method. For more information on the show go to: http://hwffhowto.com/

21 DEC 2015 · Hot Wire How To is back for 2016! Shaina & Philip are joined by Victoria in this season premier, and together they discuss what you need to consider before making your foam paneling. The next few shows will discuss how to make your plan into a reality. For more information on the contest & show go to: http://hwffhowto.com/

26 OCT 2015 · Shaina and Philip recap the tombstone contest and discuss how to dry brush your tombstone and make it come to life. For more information on the contest & show go to: http://hwffhowto.com/

17 OCT 2015 · Shaina and Philip recap the tombstone contest and discuss how to stencil words onto your tombstones for engraving. To see the tip sheet, go to: http://gallery.hotwirefoamfactory.com/tombstone-tip-3/ For more information on the contest & show go to: http://hwffhowto.com/

10 OCT 2015 · Shaina and Philip recap the tombstone contest and discuss how to use layers on your tombstones to achieve a subtractive look; gluing thinner sheets of foam on top of your tombstone for bordering or for embellishments! For more information go to http://hwffhowto.com/

2 OCT 2015 · Shaina and Philip recap the tombstone contest, go over foam purchasing options, and discuss Tombstone Symmetry. The shape of your tombstone is important, and there's a few simple tricks to help you nail it on the first try! For more information go to http://hwffhowto.com/

28 SEP 2015 · If you've ever wanted to carve your own tombstone, receive feedback and help on your carving, or show off your skills- the time has come! Hot Wire Foam Factory & The Haunted Attractions Podcast Network are running a Hot Wire How To and Tombstone Contest- ending November 1st. What is it? It's both a guided community tutorial AND contest. If you've never touched foam before (neither have I), you can receive weekly Saturday tips from Hot Wire Foam Factory on where to start. If you're looking for feedback, to help others, or just to talk about designs- join our Facebook group moderated by Hot Wire Foam Factory! We'll take you every step of the way until you submit your finished tombstone at the end of the month. If you already know what to do, then enter your tombstone in the contest! Send entries to Newsletters@hwff.com Contest you say? 1. Everyone who enters gets an equal chance to win the random drawing, which is a Pro Model 4-in-1 Kit ($224.95 retail value!) from Hot Wire Foam Factory (hotwirefoamfactory.com/K47V_Pro_Mode…Heat_Kit.html) Includes: Carrying Case, Sculpting Tool, Freehand Router, 6 inch Pro Knife, Engraving Tool, Variable Pro Power Station and Instructional DVD 2. The entries will also be judged, and the winner will receive: $100 Gift Certificate & their own page in the Hot Wire Foam Factory Online Artist Gallery! Is there a cost to enter? No. Is there a reason not to participate? No. What if I'm a professional carver and don't need to learn anymore? Enter to win the gift certificate and, more importantly, your own artist page. You can also give feedback in the Facebook group to help others! If you tag Hot Wire Foam Factory & Haunted Attractions Podcast on Facebook, we'll also give your entry a shoutout. What if I've never carved foam before and I'm ashamed of my utter lack of skill? Me too. It's okay- we'll get through this together. Shaina and I will be sharing our progress in the group. WOAH! That's too much information. Tell me what to DO RIGHT NOW! Enter your email here and Shaina will take care of you: hotwirefoamfactory.com/subscribe.html