When making cosplay props, one of the most common painting techniques you’ll need to learn is how to paint something that is not wooden to look like wood. There are really countless techniques for painting objects to look like they have wood grain swirls or stripes, but some of them require quite a lot of…
It’s not uncommon for characters in movies, comics, and anime to walk around barefoot all the time. They don’t have to worry about glass on the ground or rusty nails on the ground (or just plain unsanitary conditions). If you want to go to a convention or event cosplaying as one of these characters, you…
The starting point for (almost) all cosplay props is a template. This is especially important for any props you’ll be making out of EVA foam or Worbla. The template will act similar to a sewing pattern so you can have guidelines to get your final product looking right. For some basic props, you’ll be able…
When you just get started cosplaying the whole idea may seem intimidating. Who could you possibly cosplay? Where would you get a costume? Do you have to make it yourself? You may think you have to start by cosplaying the simplest possible character costume, but usually, the only reason to do that is if you…
When cosplaying as a real person, you need to be careful. It’s all too easy to offend someone or commit a social faux pas. However, it’s more common than you think for people to cosplay as a real-life person rather than a fictional character. Think about Halloween. It’s considered normal and socially acceptable for people…
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 iconic enough that you don’t want to replace it with a generic necklace, bracelet, or…
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…
It’s no secret, cosplay is expensive. If you’re on a tight budget, it can seem impossible to put together a costume that looks good and doesn’t cost a fortune. It will take a lot of creative thinking on your end, but there are ways to use what you already own to create a costume even…
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…
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…