Author: Termina Cosplay

Making a Helmet out of Worbla

Have you ever wanted to make your own helmet for a costume? This tutorial will show one way to do it! Materials/Tools mannequin head paper masking tape pencils, pens, markers, etc. measuring tape or ruler craft foam scissors x-acto knife clay

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Swimming with a Mermaid Tail – Cosplay Tutorial

Materials/Tools monofin acrylic Sheet Dremel paper pencils, pens, markers etc. scissors ruler/yardstick flexible measuring tape swimwear or vinyl fabric for tail body swimwear fabric for fin thread (make sure it matches your fabric choice(s)) sewing machine sander and/or sandpaper hot

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Celty Sturluson’s Cat Ear Helmet Tutorial

Termina Cosplay walks us through crafting a replica of Celty Sturluson’s Cat Ear Helmet. Materials/Tools Motorcycle helmet with a black face shield EVA foam Craft foam Drywall filler or wood filler Apoxie Sculpt Sandpaper Water Automotive filler primer Masking tape or painter’s tape

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Cosplay Foam and Worbla Bow Tutorial

Materials/Tools: EVA foam Worbla Dowel or acrylic rod Craft knife/ X-Acto knife Paper Pencil Scissors Ruler/Yard stick Square Dremel Plastidip Heat gun Soldering iron (optional) Spray paint and/or acrylic paint Clear coat Contact cement Brush or sponge for contact cement

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Cloven Hooves Tutorial

Materials/Tools Insulation foam Wood Glue Small Clamps Crafting Knife/X-acto Knife Marker Apoxie Sculpt Water Screws and Drill Rubber Dots Epoxy glue Sand Paper/Sander Shoe Insoles Faux Fur Fabric Needle/Thread Knee High Socks or Tights Industrial Strength Velcro Smooth On Oomoo

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Costume Tutorials: Sword Making with Worbla

Materials/Tools: Paper Pencils/Markers Foam Board Balsa Wood EVA Foam Craft Knife Wood Glue Clamps Scissors Wood Filler Sander and Sandpaper Worbla Dry Wall Filler Filler Primer Black Spray Paint Step 1: Draw out your sword The very first thing you’ll

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The Ten: Gifts for a Cosplayer

Chances are, that special cosplayer in your life makes his or her own costumes. If they don’t, they probably want to try it out! So if you’re in need of a gift for a cosplayer this holiday season, why not

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Costume Tutorials: Bone Mask

Materials/Tools: Positive mold for your mask Plastic Wrap Clay Tools Spoon Water Worbla Friendly Plastic Heat Gun Fabric, Leather Straps, Elastic, etc. Paint and paint brushes Sealant Spray Heavy Duty Scissors Primer or Wood Glue If you will be adding horns:

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Costume Tutorials: Insect Wings

Materials: -wood (something lightweight is best) -wire (It needs to be thick and bendable) -spray adhesive (make sure it dries clear) -hot glue -E6000 industrial strength adhesive (optional) -bolts -washers -metal hooks -leather, belt buckles, etc. -drill -soldering iron -solder

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