Your cosplay character has a tail and you want to make one that doesn’t just hang behind you lifelessly. You’ve come to the right place! I will teach you how to create a tail that you can position into various poses to bring a little more life into your cosplay. Use a sturdy wire and…
Whether you’re going for a look that’s cute, scary, or utterly otherworldly, perfecting your face paint is key to nailing your cosplay. But if it’s your first time, or you’re looking to improve your techniques, it may seem a bit daunting. With the right materials and some practice, you’ll be sporting a flawlessly painted face…
As someone who does not have a background in sewing, there was a lot I had to teach myself about how to make costumes look the way they should. One of the things I had to learn was how to create those gravity-defying pieces of clothing that anime characters wear. Create a standing collar for…
Cosplay shoe covers are your secret weapon for bringing your favorite characters to life without breaking the bank on footwear. Instead of hunting down the perfect boots to match your costume, you can create a custom cover that slips over shoes you already own. Whether you’re portraying a superhero, a fantasy warrior, or a futuristic…
EVA foam is a versatile material commonly used in creating costumes and props for cosplay. It’s lightweight, flexible, and can be shaped into complex forms, making it ideal for simulating armor, weaponry, and other intricate designs. When starting with EVA foam, you’re engaging with a process known as foamsmithing, which involves cutting, gluing, heat shaping,…
One of the main challenges in creating a realistic crossplay is getting the makeup right. Believe it or not, male and female skulls are actually shaped differently. Everything from the protruding brow bone, to the wider chin, makes it more difficult to create a natural-looking cosplay when you are female trying to recreate a male…
Before I started cosplaying, I didn’t wear makeup. I didn’t know what foundation was and had no clue how to apply eyeliner, eyeshadow or anything. It took a number of years of cosplaying before I really started getting the hang of it. But the thing is, even if you are great at your everyday makeup,…
Creating realistic scars can add a compelling layer of detail to many character’s appearances. Scars can tell a story of past battles, adventures, or encounters. One effective method for crafting these details is by using a product called rigid collodion. Rigid collodion is a clear liquid that, when applied to your skin, shrinks as it…
Lace front wigs can drastically improve the look of a cosplay. They have a more natural hairline that gives even the craziest anime hairstyles a more seamless look. However, to achieve the most with your lace front wig, you have to make sure you prepare the wig and wear it properly. As a general rule,…
We’ve all done it. We wore a wig to a convention and were just too tired or excited to worry about taking care of it after changing out of the cosplay. Then once we get home, we realize that we’ve got a frizzy and tangled mess of a wig. If we ever want to wear…