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Introduction to Our Lunar Form Kat Cosplay

Introduction to Our Lunar Form Kat Cosplay

This series will feature Kat from the Gravity Rush video games. We'll not only show you how to make Kat, but we'll also use skills that you can replicate in other builds.
How to Fix a Broken Cosplay Strap On the Go with CosBond

How to Fix a Broken Cosplay Strap On the Go with CosBond

Here's how to fix a broken cosplay strap on the go with CosBond.
Strapping Astrid’s Armor

Strapping Astrid’s Armor

In the 5th episode focusing on Astrid's armor, we demonstrate the four ways we attached straps to our armor and got it ready to wear to the convention.
Painting Cosplay Armor with Spray Paint vs. Acrylics

Painting Cosplay Armor with Spray Paint vs. Acrylics

In this post, we'll list the pros and cons of painting cosplay armor with spray paint vs. acrylics and also explain how a combination of the two can potentially be the perfect mix for your cosplay.
Painting Astrid’s Armor

Painting Astrid’s Armor

In the 4th episode focusing on Astrid's armor, we demonstrate how we put the final paint job on our foam armor pieces using various paints and techniques.
How to Carve EVA Foam with a Soldering Iron for Cosplay

How to Carve EVA Foam with a Soldering Iron for Cosplay

In this post, we'll explain how to carve EVA foam with a soldering iron and discuss all the ways you can incorporate this technique in your armor builds.
Adding the Details to Astrid’s Armor

Adding the Details to Astrid’s Armor

In the 3rd episode focusing on Astrid's armor, we demonstrate how we added the details like the dragon scales with a soldering iron, the dragon skulls, etc.
Foam Cosplay Armor Assembly and Adhesion Tips

Foam Cosplay Armor Assembly and Adhesion Tips

In this post, we'll give you our top foam cosplay armor assembly and adhesion tips, as well as explain what you can expect if something goes wrong during this part of the process alongside our video tutorial series on Astrid and her armor from How To Train Your Dragon 3.
Cutting Foam and Assembling Astrid’s Armor

Cutting Foam and Assembling Astrid’s Armor

In the 2nd episode focusing on Astrid's armor, we demonstrate how we used our pattern to cut the armor out of foam and how we assembled the armor using contact cement.
How To Make A Custom Foam Armor Pattern for Cosplay

How To Make A Custom Foam Armor Pattern for Cosplay

In this post, we'll show you how to make a custom foam armor pattern using plastic wrap, tape, and your own body.
Creating the Pattern for Astrid’s Armor

Creating the Pattern for Astrid’s Armor

In the 1st episode focusing on Astrid's armor, we demonstrate how we created the pattern for the armor using saran wrap, duct tape, and construction paper.
Basic Techniques for Weathering Foam Cosplay Weapons

Basic Techniques for Weathering Foam Cosplay Weapons

In this post, we're going to describe the techniques for weathering foam cosplay weapons that we used in our Astrid's axe build and explain why those details are so important for any prop project.

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