Originally posted by TheLostWookie 
 i've read the km tutorial by T7, how do i make a custom item?  
 First off, you read the instructions...thank the maker! You are several steps ahead of the game just because of this :thumbsup: 
 Now, to make a custom item really depends on what exactly you had in mind (armor, lightsaber, mask, etc.)... 
 Priority #1 go here:  
http://www.lucasforums.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=124284) 
 Loads of tutorials for most, if not all, of you're modding needs. 
 Priority #2, as Darkkender's most wise words: KT stands for KOTOR Tool by Fred Tetra. Without a doubt this should be at the top of your list for modding as it handles the 2da editing and gff editing functions and a whole lot more.You should check here as well:  
http://www.lucasforums.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=122049) 
 for other tools that may be necessary. In particular, a secondary GFF editor to handle the rare exceptions that KT can't handle. I like Roboius' Modified Bioware GFF Editor...but to each their own :) 
 Also invest some DL time for tk102's Save Game Editor and Darth333's Warping Armband. These tools are immensely helpful for testing your mods and/or items 
 Priority #3, Don't hesitate to ask questions and use the search function if you get stuck. There's way too many helpful people here to 'bypass' just to avoid seeming like a modder 'newb'. Plus you never know when your questions can help other modders as well.... 
 ChAiNz.2da = Forever Newb ;) hehe  
 Priority #4 HAVE FUN!! There is no exception to this rule ;) 
 Hope this helps!