Magical Broomstick - DIY Costume Prop

Introduction

Feeling like a witch? I got you flying!
With this Magical Broomstick you can show up at Carnival, Halloween, or a Cosplay party with style!
...And the best part? It is all DIY!

How to make your own broomstick

What you need to print:

• 4x Branch.stl (or 1x 4xBranch.stl)

• 4x Connector.stl

• 3x Ring.stl

• 1x Knob

• 1x KnobConnector.stl

• 1x Clip.stl

• 1x Splitter.stl

Note: If you want a shorter or longer broomstick than pictured, you can adjust the number of Branch.stl, Connector.stl, and Ring.stl.
Each Branch.stl is 250 mm long.

Suggested print settings:
Branch:

• Use brim for stability.

• Fuzzy skin (0.8 point distance and 0.2 thickness).

Ring, Knob, and Clip:

• Print slow for perfect finish.

• I printed at 40 mm/s.

• Print at 0.16 mm layer height for perfect finish.

All files were printed with 10%-15% grid infill.

Other supplies you need:

• Glue (I used a hot glue gun).

• A 35x35 cm piece of corrugated cardboard.
  

Cardboard bristles:
For reference, please see the images above.

1. Cut a 35x35 cm piece of cardboard.

2. Devide one side into parts of 5 cm, 5 cm, and 25 cm.

3. Cut bristles in the first and third part (5 cm and 25 cm), leaving the second part (5 cm) intact.
   

Assembly:

1. Print all files and prepare the cardboard bristles.

2. Glue the KnobConnector to the Knob.

3. Glue the KnobConnecter (and Knob) to one end of a Branch.

4. Glue all Branches together with a Connector between each branch.

   1. Remember to add a Ring on each connector for a stylish look.

5. Glue the end of a Branch to the Splitter with a Connector.

6. Curl the cardboard bristles around the Splitter and the end of the connected Branch.

7. Glue/secure the cardboard with the Clip for a stylish look.
   

About this project

In Denmark a carnival called "fastelavn" is approaching and a family member of mine will be dressed as a witch, but needed a broomstick to complete the look.
This is why I designed this DIY Magical Broomstick.
Besides "fastelavn", this broomstick is perfect for Halloween, cosplay costumes, and other festive occasions.

Happy printing!

Feel free to like, ask questions, and share your costumes and broomsticks! :D