Useful Tools Page
G l u e/T a p e
* Hot Glue
* Contact Cement
* Strong Packaging Tape/Duct Tape
* Epoxy
Just a few examples of what you'll need to help cement and keep you're project sturdy. With anything of course you'll need to find the right epoxy that will bond the best with your materials.
X - a c t o K n i f e s
The tool that will be you're friend to the beginning to the end. This is no joke. The X-Acto knife will be essential to making your project come to life. Scissors are great but they only do a percentage of the job. And we all know you won't be walking around in a half-finished costume. If you don't have a knife "GET ONE." You will need it if you want to make your cosplay look sharp!
R u l e r s
Here we go with measuring again, Yes it's important and no it's not a good idea to skip this step. These are the same ones you have from your rough sketch. Use those to cut out your shapes on your cosplay. These are to guarantee your element will fit you to a tee. Use them to help you throughout the entire project.
Foam, PVC, Etc.
* Foam Squares
* PVC
* Wood slabs/Planks
* Cardstock
* Fabric
Just some of the many variorities of elements you'll be crafting with to get the base of your costume done. Make sure you have everything here, if so go to our Where to buy tab for some hacks on where to find your items.