#cosplaytutorial

[amazonmandy]

I created a sewing tutorial on this before, but this one shows it a little better, I think? Cutting out an applique using a soldering iron! This speeds up cosplay work a lot!

[bigimotikcosplay]

Running Your First Cosplay Event: Picking a Concept

Cross-posted from Instagram: I've started to put together some notes on my experiences of running events!

[beginnercosplaytips]

Beginner Cosplay Tips from the Community (and me!!)

Cosplay can initially seem overwhelming, but the community provides helpful advice for newcomers! Whether you’re crafting a costume from scratch or buying your first wig, there’s always something new to learn. I contacted experienced cosplayers and gathered beginner-friendly tips to help you get started.

Start Simple and Build Your Skills

Many cosplayers recommend choosing a character with a simple design for your first cosplay. This lets you focus on learning key skills like sewing, wig styling, or prop-making without feeling overwhelmed. Gank explains by breaking down the costume into individual pieces, you’ll have an easier time planning how to create the overall look. You can look for inspiration online on Etsy or Pinterest to simulate your character's appearance using materials you can access. https://ganknow.com/blog/cosplay-for-beginners/?srsltid=AfmBOoodEIlGHkfRXmDW3kC4-3j2-hMCqZf1i9CMxwS767bjsceCT4cR From my experience, my first cosplay was very complicated. I had money to buy it from a reputable cosplay website, but it resulted in a lot of time spent on the cosplay.

2. Budget Friendly Cosplay is Possible

Cosplay doesn’t have to be expensive! Anjeez on YouTube shares that thrift stores, clearance sales, and fabric scraps are great resources for affordable costume building. If you’re looking for wigs, checking secondhand marketplaces like Depop or Facebook Marketplace can help save money while still finding high-quality pieces. https://youtu.be/0tbfaWNhSCg?si=MByt-Ay1KXy5Euop I have bought my wigs on a reputable cosplay website, and they are relatively cheap. The expensive part is the shipping since they usually ship out from Asia. Another option is you can always support small businesses selling wigs. They are usually very good quality.

3. Learn From Others

One of the best parts of cosplay is the community! Follow cosplayers on X, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube who share tutorials. Arda Wigs on YouTube has beginner wig-styling guides https://youtube.com/@ardawigs6041?si=7MX2-FSazplh5Bko, while Punished Props Academy on YouTube has a great tutorial on using foam and other materials for props https://www.youtube.com/@punishedprops. Online forums like r/cosplay on Reddit, your local anime convention, and Discord groups are also great places to ask for advice, troubleshoot issues, and find encouragement from other cosplayers. Many conventions also offer cosplay workshops, so if you can attend one, it’s a great way to learn hands-on techniques from experts.

4. Comfort is Key

A well-made costume means nothing if it’s too uncomfortable to wear. I suggest breaking in new shoes ahead of time and bringing emergency supplies like safety pins, double-sided tape, and a mini sewing kit to conventions. Speaking about the double-sided type, my favorite is the one by MoeFlavor. The name is a little weird (Jiggle Defender Waterproof Heavy Duty Body Cosplay Tape https://moeflavor.com/products/jiggle-defender-waterproof-heavy-duty-fashion-tape?srsltid=AfmBOootLWfj1ZFyvUkMoVhbsKYOIeZTw-p4QXKj2macFGvw1k_X9e0Z), but it helps prevent any cosplay mishaps. Layers and breathable fabrics can also significantly affect long wear times. Hydration and snacks are often overlooked, but staying energized lets you enjoy the convention experience without exhaustion. If your cosplay includes heavy props or tight-fitting pieces, taking short breaks throughout the day can help prevent discomfort and fatigue.

5. Have Fun and Be Confident

At the end of the day, cosplay is about having fun and expressing your love for a character. Many beginners worry about being “accurate” or “perfect,” but the most important thing is to enjoy yourself. Every experienced cosplayer starts somewhere. Mistakes are part of the learning process.

What are your favorite beginner cosplay tips? Share your experiences in the comments or tag me in your posts. I’d love to feature more community advice in the future!

[waytray]

a compilation of more of geheichou's (recent - as in Dec. 11 2024 to Jan. 3 2025) arcane cosplay posts from twitter~!

even Viktor's name on the tag! so cool!

the leg brace is so freaking cool. my guess is it's made of foam!

fanservice uwu even the messed up chalkboard, i love it!

all made of foam! i'm so grateful for the tutorial they shared as well

here's a direct link to the tiktok tutorial they posted for the jayce brace they made (copy and paste it if the link doesn't work because sometimes tumblr breaks tiktok links!) : https://www.tiktok.com/@geheichou/video/7452468594434198817

and finally their season 2 jayce makeup test from January 3rd 2025~

[cosplaytutorial]

Prevent third-party sharing

This option will prevent your blog's content, even when reblogged, from being shared with our licensed network of content and research partners, including those that train AI models.

In the app:

Tap your account settings  (the little human), and select the blog (if not already selected) in the top, left-hand corner of the screen.

Tap the gear icon, select "Visibility," and turn on the "Prevent third-party sharing for [your blog name]" switch.

On the web:

Visit your blog settings.

In the "Visibility" section, turn on the "Prevent third-party sharing for [your blog name]" switch.

If you've already chosen to discourage searching of your blog, we've automatically enabled the "Prevent third-party sharing" option.

---

CosplayTutorial has 3rd party sharing turned off.

Hi, Tumblr. It’s Tumblr. We’re working on some things that we want to share with you. 

AI companies are acquiring content across the internet for a variety of purposes in all sorts of ways. There are currently very few regulations giving individuals control over how their content is used by AI platforms. Proposed regulations around the world, like the European Union’s AI Act, would give individuals more control over whether and how their content is utilized by this emerging technology. We support this right regardless of geographic location, so we’re releasing a toggle to opt out of sharing content from your public blogs with third parties, including AI platforms that use this content for model training. We’re also working with partners to ensure you have as much control as possible regarding what content is used.

Here are the important details:

We already discourage AI crawlers from gathering content from Tumblr and will continue to do so, save for those with which we partner. 

We want to represent all of you on Tumblr and ensure that protections are in place for how your content is used. We are committed to making sure our partners respect those decisions.

To opt out of sharing your public blogs’ content with third parties, visit each of your public blogs’ blog settings via the web interface and toggle on the “Prevent third-party sharing” option. 

For instructions on how to opt out using the latest version of the app, please visit this Help Center doc. 

Please note: If you’ve already chosen to discourage search crawling of your blog in your settings, we’ve automatically enabled the “Prevent third-party sharing” option.

If you have concerns, please read through the Help Center doc linked above and contact us via Support if you still have questions.

[funsizedcrow]

If you're looking for resources to start cosplaying? Check out cosplaytutorial(dot)com/list(dot)php

it's a compilation of tutorials on how to make things, and they've got material guides too! You could probably read through some of those to boost your skills.

thank you so much! this is very helpful

[nyxcaelum]

Cosplay Tutorial: Genshin Impact Dottore´s mask

Cosplay Tutorial: Genshin Impact Dottore´s mask

I return today with you a quick rundown on how you can easily make your own mask, and even provide you with a pattern and list of materials I used.  As for the rest of the Cosplay, I honestly need to get out of the Cosplay burnout before I will make the rest of it, and this will take some time. Stay tuned for that!  This tutorial is specifically for the “Omega Build” of Dottore, and not the…

[fabrickind]

Hello there!

My advice is to do some research beforehand, start with small things, and lean on your fellow crafters.

Reasearch beforehand:

There's a WEALTH of crafting information out there! Start with blogs like @cosplaytutorial that compile resources, and also find creators doing things you like. A lot of us post resources of things that we create, such as build threads, tutorials, videos, etc., that show our techniques. Don't expect to be perfect immediately, and obviously you have to do the task yourself, but getting information about what is out there is very helpful.

This also goes for looking for resources on something specific you want to make -- say, you want to make a sword, so you look for tutorials for similar swords. Learn sewing and crafting terminology (different types of seams, different types of skirts or sleeves, etc.) to give yourself a base to work off of when searching for information. You will have to learn how to adapt patterns and tutorials that aren't for your specific costume into something for your costume, and that is a skill in and of itself! Learn how to break down your costume into smaller components so you know what you are looking at. Which leads me to...

Start small:

You don't have to make an entire costume yourself in one go. You can start with buying pieces and modifying them, or with making just one piece and buying the rest, or even buying a whole cosplay and remaking parts of it or even just refitting it to your body. My first cosplay (way back in 2003) was a storebought tank top and skirt my mom helped me make, and I worked my way up from there.

For simple first sewing projects, rectangle skirts, bloomers, shorts, pleated skirts, basic darted bodices, etc. are perfect. Things with simple lines and not too many curves. Get a sewing pattern and look at it. Look at your own clothes and their seams and how they are put together. Take apart garments and put them back together if you feel brave.

You will need to get some practice in looking at garments to see how they go together and what the shapes are, but that skill will do you very well in seeing how a 2D garment (one that doesn't have things like seams drawn or that otherwise doesn't work like an irl 3D garment) can function in reality. Being able to break down a costume into smaller chunks makes it far less overwhelming and easier to see what you are looking at, as well.

No shame in following patterns and tutorials step by step, either! That's how you learn the base skills you need, which you can iterate on later.

Lean on other crafters:

I touched on this in the first point, but I'll say it again: there's a wealth of resources out there, and you can and should use them. A LOT of cosplayers these days make full patterns for popular costumes. Choose one you like that doesn't seem to difficult and make it. Even just part of it. Look at videos, text tutorials, anything youc an get your hands on.

Ask questions. Most cosplayers are more than happy to share our methods. It tends to be better to ask a specific question, like "what fabric would be good for this?" or "I'm thinking of doing these techniques, would that work? ow can I adapt this technique into this thing?" rather than asking about an entire costume. Join communities of crafters.

I also have this (somewhat outdated, but still hopefully helpful) panel slide deck that might help.

Hope all that helps! Good luck on your crafting journey :]

Hey, Cosplay people! I want to get into cosplay/making my own costumes and clothes! What resources should I look into to start learning or what advice could you give me?

Thanks! Love you guys 💞

[waywardwarriorcosplay]

Jack Frost Staff Tutorial - Part 1

This is my how-to for making a Jack Frost Staff from Dreamwork’s Rise of the Guardians. When finished, the staff should stand about 6-8″ taller than yourself. 

This tutorial uses measurements for myself (I am about 5’2”). So you may have to adjust the staff height itself accordingly. Say for example, you are 6ft or taller, you may have to buy one 10ft pole and shorten it so that the total staff height is 6-8 inches taller than yourself. 

I will explain this more when I talk about attaching the crook and the pole together. For adjustments to the crook measurements, add the same number to each measurements to make sure that it will keep its proper shape after the adjustment. This tutorial is done in two parts, the first part is the construction of the staff itself. The second is painting it to look like the version from the movie. My friend and I have two versions of the finished staff, the first is done by stringing the colors onto the staff after painting it a base brown color. The second is entirely paint. Both give it a neat look at the end so it is entirely your preference for which you prefer to do.

Good Luck and let me know if you have any questions or need help ^_^

Part 1 - Construction of the Staff

What you will need

2 pieces of PVC pipe (1 in diameter, 5 ft in length)

3 PVC pipe caps

3 PVC pipe joints (45˚ angle)

1 PVC pipe joint (90˚ angle)

Heavy-Duty Cutting tool

Step One

Take one of the two PVC pipes, this will become the crook of the staff. This is where the cutting tools come in handy. I used a Dremel, but a hand saw or circle saw work just as good. Use a marker to measure out two 6 inch pieces, one 4 inch piece, and one 3 inch piece.  Mark them like I did so you can keep track of which piece is which.

Step Two

Follow closely, we are going to take the pieces and make them look like the image on the right. You will need the pieces you just cut, one of the caps, and the joint pieces.

Take piece A and place a cap on one of the ends like shown.  On the other end of piece A you are going to place a 90˚ angle joint piece.

Take piece C and attach it to that 90˚ angle piece you just placed. Now place a 45˚ angle piece on the other end of C.

Take piece B and attach it to the 45˚ angle piece you just attached. Place another 45˚ angle piece on the other end.

Take piece D and attach it to the 45˚ angle piece you just attached. Place the final 45˚ angle piece on the other end of piece D.

At this point your crook should look like the image on the right. Flatten the crook against the ground so that it lays flat. Make sure all the pieces are attached tightly to one another and the joints are secured on there.

Step Three

Here is where you may have to adjust the height measurements of the staff depending on your own height. Take the second PVC pipe and attach it to the crook you just made. Place one of the two remaining caps on the bottom of the pole. The crook itself should measure about a foot in height. Since I am 5’2’’, I cut off 4 inches from the second PVC pipe pole so that the total height of the staff is about 5’8 (which is 6 inches above my own height). If you are 6 ft tall normally, cut the 10 ft pole to 5 feet, 6 inches, that way when you attach the crook (which is 1 ft) your total staff height is 6 feet 6 inches. 

**If you have questions about this part, or unsure, feel free to send me a note in my inbox and I will help you out with the measurements. **

Step Four

For this part, you can do one of two things. You can simply attach the cap to the 45˚ joint connecting the staff and the crook, or you can cut a small 2 inch piece of pipe and place the cap on that to attach.

Start by gluing all of the joints down to each piece. Make sure the pieces are secure before gluing. This gives the staff some sturdiness.

Next, align the piece onto the joint so that its sits at a slight angle. You may want a second person to help you with this part. Have someone hold the piece in place which you place glue around the piece attaching it to the joint. 

Don’t be stingy with the glue, give it a nice thick coat making sure it is firmly attached - you can always sand the extra away after it dries. 

For added security, attach rubber-bands to hold the piece in place while the glue dries.

Congratulations!!

Now you have the base for your Jack Frost Staff. See Part 2 – Painting the Staff

[twinfools]

Zagreus wreath tutorial! 1. Get “Assorted Eucalyptus or Willow Leaves” from Michaels in yellow, orange and red. 2. Cut down to uniform size and shape. 3. Hot glue together overlapping slightly starting from red transitioning to yellow. 4. Pin to wig! Enjoy! 🔥 #cosplay #hades #hadesgame #hadescosplay #zagreus #zagreuscosplay #zagreushades #cosplaytutorial https://www.instagram.com/p/CGBf8XSgQJr/?igshid=19fgcp9at59il

[crustulumvespere]

Team Fortress 2 Female Medic cosplay

Medigun tutorial

[flittrs]

Find a corset that fits. Sewed the front clasp closed. Added on about an inch of fabric to the top since I didn't like how low cut it was.

(Not pictured here because I forgot to take a photo). Painted the corset with watered down acrylics. Mostly a light blue base, that way anything not covered with sequins would look okay. (You can use watered down acrylics and it wont crack. )

Get mylar sheets and cut into desired rectangles. Super glue for plastic is a must but needs to be used IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA. Im serious, some of them use toluene. Get a mask, work outside. Dont do this indoors!

Layer to your hearts content.

[cosplay-tutorials]

I’m currently cleaning my room and sorting through cosplay stuff 🥺💖 Please encourage me during this time 🤣🤣 How are you today? . . . If you would like to support my work & Enjoy the content! Please click the link in my bio and check out my Kofi or 18+ Membrs community! Everything helps and goes towards the armor builds! . . . . . s From Instagram

[skuyaa]

https://youtu.be/BS05qVEvWQ4

Zero two

Flower crown tutorial

Cosplayer Skuyaa_

[velocipandacosplay]

Finally started working on Wonder Woman‘s golden training outfit! I wrapped myself in plastic wrap and painter‘s tape and drew on the shape and lines. Be careful not to hurt yourself when cutting it open again! This is a rather easy method to make fitting patterns. It also works for arms and legs (for armor for example!). #cosplay #costume #wip #cosplaybuild #wonderwoman #themyscira #wonderwomancosplay #cosplaytutorial https://www.instagram.com/p/CJwlhYQMHRR/?igshid=o555ox9yl18o

[clawedcosplay]

Thank you so much for 100k views and 35k likes!!! I had no idea so few people had no idea how to do this safely, so here! Also 100 comments 😳 I know a lot of cosplayers follow me on here so I hope it helps some of you too! Stay safe when binding! #trans #transtape #ftm #binding #chestbinding #drag #dragking #dragperformer #dragtips #cosplay #crossplay #cosplaytips #cosplaytutorial @trans_tape https://www.instagram.com/p/B_dyYaujl_i/?igshid=1cm3qbsyhew4o