Cosplay Makeup Essentials
Bringing a character to life is more than just wigs and costumes. There's also the makeup that comes with making yourself really look like the character. The following lists has all your cosplay makeup essentials you could need for any character. The list is broken up...
Cosplay Terms You Need to Know
Slang terms pop up in most hobbies lately. This is no exception for cosplay. Thus there are cosplay terms you need to know if you want to keep up with what others are talking about. Thankfully the following list should have a majority of the important ones so you can...
How to Use Puffy Paint for Cosplay
You may think of puffy paint and remember arts n' crafts from school days or decorating t shirts at camp. When I look at this painting medium though, I see something completely different. If you're a fellow crafter of costumes, then you need to know the hacks for how...
Cosplay Ideas for Halloween
Halloween is the time of year for cosplayers. We can crack out our costumes and no one really bats an eye at it because it's the time of year everyone dresses up. If you're like me, you may have a closet full of costumes to choose from and you're just not sure what to...
What Degree Do You Need to Be a Cosplayer?
People get college degrees for many different lines of work. Cosplays and costuming for many has become a full time profession and it requires learning many different skills and techniques. So what degree do you need to be a cosplayer full time? You actually won't...
What You Need to Start Sewing Cosplays
If you're new to the world of making costumes, you might be nervous about where to start. It's important to make sure you have all the supplies you need before getting started so you can avoid multiple trips to the store. What supplies do you need though to make...
Is There an Age Limit for Cosplay?
I know since approaching my late 20s after having starting cosplay at 17, I often fine myself feeling out of place in conventions. The floor is often crawling with people my age and older, but also a lot of people who are much younger. This isn't necessarily a bad...
Bristol Renaissance Faire Summer Recap
This summer, I was able to drive up with friends to Wisconsin multiple times to attend the Bristol renaissance faire. I hadn't been since 2019, before the pandemic so it was such a great feeling to be back. I saw great shows, shopped, spent quality time with friends,...
Videogame Cosplay Ideas for National Videogame Day
National videogame day occurs on September 12th for 2023. You might be celebrating by playing some of your favorite game titles. For those of us who cosplay, there's a way you can celebrate too. Dressing up as characters from different games is a great way to enjoy...
Can You Sew into EVA foam?
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...