by theladyfriend1 | Jul 1, 2024 | Foamsmithing, Sewing and Fabric
Leather can be a great material for cosplays. However it can be a bit expensive, requires separate techniques to craft with and there is the ethical questions behind it. So if you’re not comfortable crafting with it, you need an alternative. If you’re...
by theladyfriend1 | Jun 3, 2024 | Foamsmithing
Table of ContentsTexturing EVA Foam with a DremelTexturing EVA Foam with Puffy PaintTexturing EVA Foam with a Soldering Iron or Wood Burning IronTexturing EVA Foam with Heat StampingTexturing EVA Foam with Exactos or Hot KnifesTexturing EVA Foam with Foam...
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
Table of Contents1 – 4 mm EVA Foam5 – 8 mm EVA Foam10+ mm EVA Foam 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...
by theladyfriend1 | Nov 20, 2023 | Cosplay Buying Guides, Foamsmithing
Table of ContentsTypes of Paint for EVA FoamAcrylic PaintsOil PaintsAirbrush PaintCan You Use Spray Paint on EVA Foam 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...
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...
