how to make custom jewelry for cosplay
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Tutorial: How to Use Polymer Clay for Cosplay Jewelry

Related Tutorials: How to Make Jewelry With Resin How to Make Jewelry With Craft Foam It’s pretty common for characters from all sorts of anime, comics, or games to be wearing jewelry that you just can’t find at a store. Sometimes the jewelry pieces have symbolism that has meaning to the character, and sometimes it’s…

choosing the best underwear for your cosplay

7 Tips to Pick the Right Undergarments for Your Costume

Cosplaying isn’t just about the clothes that everyone sees; what you wear underneath is just as important for nailing that perfect look and feel. When it comes to choosing undergarments for your cosplay, think of them as the unsung heroes that can make or break your experience. Whether you’re suiting up as a medieval knight…

15 rules for cosplayers to follow
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15 Rules to Follow that Will Make You a Better Cosplayer

As a hobby, there aren’t really any rules for cosplayers. Of course, every convention you go to will have its own set of rules posted on their website, but mostly these boil down to public decency and safety. As long as you are being respectful of other people around you, you can cosplay as whatever…

5 EVA foam substitutes for cosplay

What Materials to Use Instead of EVA foam for Cosplay Props

EVA foam is an excellent material to use for making all kinds of cosplay props. However, when heated or sanded, EVA foam releases toxic fumes and dust, so you need to stay in a well-ventilated space, away from pets, to use it. If you live in a small apartment, that’s not always possible, so you’ll…

10 types of cosplay you'll see at conventions
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10 Different Types of Cosplay You’ll Find at a Convention

While it’s most common to see people mimicking the exact outfit of the character they are cosplaying, you’ll quickly find that there’s more to cosplay than just that. You’ll see characters wearing the wrong outfits or are a non-canon gender. You’ll see original characters and original designs. Cosplay leaves a lot of room for creativity…

how to make standing ears for hoods and hats
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How to Make Long Ears Stand Up on a Hoodie (a step-by-step guide)

This method will involve attaching ears to a hoodie, coat, or caplet so that they stand up straight on top of your head. I’ll be making rabbit ears, but the same technique can be used for Eeveelution ears, totoro ears, or even shorter ears that aren’t standing correctly. You can adjust the shape of the…

How to make fur ears for cosplay
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How to Make (faux) Fur Animal Ears For Cosplay (a step-by-step guide)

In these tutorials you will learn how to create animal ears that are made of fur and can be attached directly to a wig or headband. The other method will involve attaching ears to a hoodie, coat, or caplet so that they stand up on top of your head. You can adjust the shape of…

how to use worbla for the first time
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Worbla 101: How to Use Worbla for Basic Cosplay Props

Worbla is a material used for cosplay that has become increasingly popular over the last decade. You may have heard of this material as a cosplay miracle-maker and want to know how you can use it too.  Worbla is a versatile material used in costume creation to create armor, swords, staffs, and any number of…

tutorial: wings for cosplay
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Tutorial: How to Make Simple Shoujo-Style Wings For Costumes

Related Tutorials: How to Make Butterfly Wings How to Make Dragon Wings You don’t need to be a master crafter to take your outfit to new heights; making simple wings for cosplay is something you can totally do on your own. This guide will walk you through the process, from selecting materials to the final…