Foam accessory

This concept will guide you to make an EVA foam cosplay accessory. You will learn how to cut, shape, assemble and paint the foam to get a personalized and resistant accessory, perfect for your cosplay projects.

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Foam accessory
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Foam accessory

This concept will guide you to make an EVA foam cosplay accessory. You will learn how to cut, shape, assemble and paint the foam to get a personalized and resistant accessory, perfect for your cosplay projects.

60 minEasy

What you need

  • *EVA foam(2)
  • *Cutter(1)
  • *Heat gun(1)
  • *Contact glue(1)
  • *Acrylic paint(5)
  • *Varnish(1)
  • *Boss(1)
  • *Ready(1)

Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the boss

    Create or print a pattern of the desired accessory. Cut it carefully to use as a template when cutting EVA foam.
    Prepare the boss
  2. 2

    Cut the foam

    Place the pattern on the EVA foam and cut the different parts by following the contours with a sharp cutter to get clear edges.
    Cut the foam
  3. 3

    Shaping the foam

    Use a heat gun to heat EVA foam parts and shape them according to the curves and shapes desired for your accessory.
    Shaping the foam
  4. 4

    Assemble parts

    Paste the different parts of the accessory using contact glue. Ensure that the parts are well aligned and securely attached.
    Assemble parts
  5. 5

    Painting and finishing

    Apply a primer layer, then paint the accessory with the colors of your choice. Finish with a coat of varnish to protect the paint.
    Painting and finishing