by theladyfriend1 | Apr 15, 2024 | Cosplay Buying Guides, Foamsmithing
If you’re new to foamsmithing and are shopping around to try and stay on a budget, you might be wondering what is the difference between EVA and craft foam. Believe it or not, besides the pricing, there are major differences between the two. We’re going to...
by theladyfriend1 | Feb 12, 2024 | Cosplay Buying Guides, Foamsmithing
Trying to pick the right materials can sometimes be the hardest part of making a cosplay. So what is considered the best EVA foam thickness for cosplay? The answer will vary on what you’re making. I personally feel 10mm foam is the best thickness, but for some...
by theladyfriend1 | Nov 20, 2023 | Cosplay Buying Guides, Foamsmithing
EVA foam is pretty versatile in terms of what tools and materials you can use on it. However you do want to be cautious in selecting things like primers, sealants and especially paints. Otherwise you could risk ruining the foam or having the materials not stick....
by theladyfriend1 | Sep 4, 2023 | Foamsmithing, Sewing and Fabric
Combining materials is a great way to accomplish the exact look you desire in cosplay. When it comes to fabric and foam you can always use adhesive to put them together. There is the question though of can you sew into EVA foam? The short answer is yes. But there are...
by theladyfriend1 | Aug 21, 2023 | Cosplay Crafting, Cosplay Patterns, Foamsmithing, Gijinka, Sewing and Fabric, Wig Styling
I had been working on this cosplay since 2022 and was so pleased to finally finish and debut it at Fan Expo Chicago. Now that it’s all done, debuted and my videos are published, I’m excited to tell you about how to make a Daisy Mae cosplay so you too can...
by theladyfriend1 | Jun 26, 2023 | 3D Printing, Foamsmithing, Worbla and Thermoplastics
Alternatives are always a good thing to keep in your back pocket in case you run out of different materials. So when it comes to crafting costumes, you might be wondering how to make cosplay armor without EVA foam. If you found yourself in a pinch and out of foam or...
