New to crafting and modeling cosplays? You might be wondering where to start and trying to find resources to learn from. Thankfully there’s a lot of options out there. If prefer to read and learn, then you won’t want to miss the best cosplay books for beginners. The following lists has options on everything from foam to sewing.
Best Cosplay Books
- Cosplay Foundations: Your Guide to Constructing Bodysuits, Corsets, Hoop Skirts, Petticoats & More – This book is written by Casey Renee Cosplay. If you want to make period pieces or need to learn basics for sewing, this book is the place to start.
- The Beginner’s Guide to Cosplay Armor & Props: Craft Epic Fantasy Costumes and Accessories with EVA Foam – Written by Pretzl Cosplay, this newer cosplay book is perfect to help get you introduced on how to work with EVA foam. It’ll have you creating costumes and props like a pro.
- Kamui Cosplay’s Books – Benni and Svetlana have created countless books for beginner cosplayers on everything. From sewing to EVA foam, and from LEDs to 3D printing. You’re sure to find the best cosplay books for beginners in their shop.
- Yaya Han’s World of Cosplay: A Guide to Fandom Costume Culture – Learn about Yaya Han‘s experience from newbie to pro in cosplay. This book covers the history of cosplay and the culture of it all. This is the book you need if you want to go from hobby to career.
- Fabulous Cosplay Footwear: Create Easy Boot Covers, Shoes & Tights for Any Costume – From the amazing team of Cowbutt Crunchies, learn how to create footwear for cosplays. Don’t let shoes intimidate you any longer by discovering how to create covers, tights and more.
- JediManda’s Books – Skilled seamstress, JediMana, offers he knowledge on a variety of things cosplay. If you’re new to the craft, she has two books available. You can learn about sewing, designing, attending cons, competing, makeup and more.
- Cosplay Crash Course: An Overview on Working with EVA Foam – I was a little unsure about listing my own book on this list but I decided to put it on here last. Sure, this might be a little biased. If you want a simple overview on how to create props and armor with EVA foam, this is a great option.
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