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 | Apr 8, 2024 | 3D Printing, Cosplay Buying Guides
There’s a wide variety of mediums that can be used to craft cosplays. From foams to fabric, the world is truly your oyster. One popular option is the power of a 3D printer. However mediums like foam, thermoplastics, fabrics and even 3D printing requires...
by theladyfriend1 | Mar 18, 2024 | Cosplay Crafting
If you yourself are doing research to get into cosplay or follow a lot of cosplayers, you might have heard the term cosplan. If you’re new to the community, you might be feeling a little lost hearing that word. You may be sitting there wondering, what is a...
by theladyfriend1 | Feb 26, 2024 | 3D Printing
When it comes to making cosplay props and armor, you probably hear a lot of people talk about materials like Worbla and EVA foam. These aren’t your only options though. This raises the question, can you make cosplay with a 3D printer? The short answer is of...
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 | Feb 5, 2024 | Sewing and Fabric
Whether you just prefer doing things by hand or you’re a new seamstress and don’t own a machine, you might be wondering, is it possible to hand sew cosplays. The simple answer is yes, you can absolutely sew a cosplay by hand. There is of course pros and...
