How to get started with Foam Armor

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  • Опубліковано 25 лис 2024

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  • @whitlidoke5628
    @whitlidoke5628 4 роки тому +1565

    I almost started crying because you taught me how to do this so well lol! I was horrified at the overwhelming task of making armor, but this looks so doable now! Thank you SO MUCH!!!!

  • @SoundAuthor
    @SoundAuthor 4 роки тому +723

    Seriously, you're like the Bob Ross of cosplay. I could just sit here all day and watch you make stuff.

    • @vladsalas7970
      @vladsalas7970 2 роки тому +3

      Totally agreed, just that she is quite much pretty ...😁😁😁

    • @HalloweenFreak31
      @HalloweenFreak31 12 днів тому

      She's a genius

  • @amiliesummers5519
    @amiliesummers5519 5 років тому +259

    I'm a beginner cosplayer and your tutorials are so helpful! I would never have thought of using plastic wrap to make templates, thank you so much for making these!

  • @PurpleMako
    @PurpleMako 5 років тому +455

    I feel like Kamui is psychic because every time I remotely have a question about cosplay, bam ... new video

    • @theresafasolo4813
      @theresafasolo4813 3 роки тому +1

      Psychic is from satin. Do you still feel like that's what she is? If you know anything about the Lord, then you know God's word is Holy and True.
      It's in your scriptures. Read it.

    • @Sockx
      @Sockx 3 роки тому +17

      @@theresafasolo4813 Ever heard of "Figure of Speech"? Chill a little bit, you're making the rest of us Christians look bad.

    • @mythologicalnomad6520
      @mythologicalnomad6520 3 роки тому +8

      @@theresafasolo4813 satin is a fabric, I think you meant Satan as in the short horned angry Boi

    • @convical5491
      @convical5491 3 роки тому +2

      @@theresafasolo4813 lmao it was a figure of speech calm down

    • @JDJohnston9906753
      @JDJohnston9906753 3 роки тому +4

      Satin...so soft and supple. All hail Satin!

  • @maskedfoxx7173
    @maskedfoxx7173 5 років тому +857

    Kamui: *releases armor patterns*
    Me: QuQ yay, but I’ve never even worked with foam before.
    Kamui:

  • @dunmaglass6016
    @dunmaglass6016 5 років тому +742

    Me: trying to find a way to cosplay DOOM Slayer.
    Lady from the video:
    *_heavy metal faintly plays_*

  • @grim3562
    @grim3562 5 років тому +410

    Ooohhhh the zipper is great solution for armor pieces like this one. Great work as always! :D

    • @gemeye1456
      @gemeye1456 3 роки тому +2

      I don’t have a zipper to add on and I’m on a deadline for a Halloween costume, how would I work around this

    • @Körli0o
      @Körli0o 3 роки тому +8

      @@gemeye1456 hmm... Velcro Tape?

    • @Cole_Cross
      @Cole_Cross Місяць тому

      @@gemeye1456 time to look through your closet and scavenge! HOPE IT WENT WELL!

  • @vapaspen
    @vapaspen 5 років тому +196

    This was Really helpful! My wife and have more background in the sewing side of cosplay so but I have a young son that is just starting to get into prop and armor making and this looks great a project we could do with an 11 year old to help further help him develop his skills. Thank you for the tutorials!

  • @Leila_Na
    @Leila_Na 2 роки тому +26

    I just want to let you know I come back to this every year and always share this with friends who are just getting into cosplay. Please please never remove this video! It’s the absolute best reference on the internet 🎉

  • @SuperAnnonamus
    @SuperAnnonamus 5 років тому +30

    Idk why this was in my recommended I don't know who she is but I love her energy and interesting ways of doing things. And her voice. Love the accent.

  • @recless8667
    @recless8667 Рік тому +4

    I am actually surprised with how well you compressed the information without compromising the techniques you showed. The video seems really comprehensive, and I'm impressed af.

  • @waldemarschafer3624
    @waldemarschafer3624 5 років тому +125

    I think you forgot something very important to mention....
    Buy her Booooks!!!!!
    No im Serious buy them. They are great, short, very informative and a great way to support you favorite artist.

    • @KamuiCosplay
      @KamuiCosplay  5 років тому +14

      Haha there is already so much advertising in this video ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

  • @apoccooking4364
    @apoccooking4364 5 років тому +252

    KamuiCosplay: "the mats are crap"
    Odin Makes: :(

    • @KamuiCosplay
      @KamuiCosplay  5 років тому +16

      Imo

    • @apoccooking4364
      @apoccooking4364 5 років тому +4

      @@KamuiCosplay I was making a joke lmao, it's pretty interesting to see different views on supplies -

    • @fauxmarmorer9544
      @fauxmarmorer9544 3 роки тому +9

      Well it depends on where you live, here floormats are a great source of foam if you don't have a hobby store near you, but somewhere else floor mats may be a terrible choice, context is key. In conclusion, yes, sad odin noises

    • @loganh4642
      @loganh4642 3 роки тому +1

      I bought a whole bunch of them and now I’m stuck using it. No complaints, but shaping is going to be more time consuming. Hopefully painting it won’t be horrible

    • @SleepLessThan3
      @SleepLessThan3 3 роки тому

      @@loganh4642 what makes shaping floor mats take longer? Is it just the thickness?

  • @HParadoxa
    @HParadoxa 5 років тому +1

    I'm an austistic person and I have a special interest on Naruto. I've watched your videos for a while now and and I finally decided to purchase your book and a sewing machine. I finished my studies and will have more time now to get in to crafting. Thank you so much for everything !

  • @ahmedjagirdar2773
    @ahmedjagirdar2773 2 роки тому +4

    I am about to make my first cosplay ever and I have loved your work from a long time. After watching many videos of you I finally decided to make my own cosplay rather than buy it from someone which costs waaaaaay more than making it. I thank you so much for giving all this content to us for free and inspiring many people like me to cosplay and get into this hobby. I hope my Red Hood Ronin comes out great

  • @mylovelyuniverse
    @mylovelyuniverse 3 роки тому +33

    I just discovered foam clay this year and I absolutely love it! I made my haunted house kitsune mask out of it

  • @colinmiddleton8127
    @colinmiddleton8127 2 роки тому +9

    That takes me back a few decades to making swords and armour for LAPRing at university. Thank you for such a clear and up beat tutorial.

  • @Installingrad
    @Installingrad 3 роки тому +4

    I'm doing my first attempt at a cosplay and had no idea where to start at making armor pieces. This is incredibly helpful.

  • @geoffreymartin7652
    @geoffreymartin7652 2 роки тому +5

    Beginner cosplayer and I think you just saved me months of doing stuff XD

  • @Dokusha_
    @Dokusha_ 5 років тому +332

    Me: doing cardboard everything
    Me after seeing the video: where can I get foam, maybe internet

  • @numennoctis
    @numennoctis 5 років тому +100

    A Collection of "weird" armor pieces, like elbow- or kneeguards. I'm struggling a lot with mine.
    Also How to make a Foamsword and Shield!

    • @PKTEK
      @PKTEK 5 років тому +7

      Might be your cup of tea! I have a full foam Hylian Shield build on my channel :-)

    • @vinny8589
      @vinny8589 5 років тому +1

      a 1-2in thick pvc pipe for the handle for a sword as for a shield depends but using Velcro or leather for the arm band to hold it on your arm helps.

    • @laurasaurus7399
      @laurasaurus7399 5 років тому

      With elbow or kneepads you could look for really cheap ones (for rollerblading and stuff) just to get an idea of a rough shape

  • @toon_ellie3829
    @toon_ellie3829 5 років тому +17

    Literally the exact video I needed! I've been looking into making some removable boot covers for a Zelda cosplay and have never worked with foam before!! The foam clay sounds like it would be really useful for sculpting lightweight accessories too! I can't wait to apply a bunch of the techniques and advice from your video!!! Thank you so much for your super informative videos and tutorials!!

  • @juneporras5118
    @juneporras5118 5 років тому +4

    Great video!! My 6 year old grandson wanted a Dark Magician from Yugioh costume and after seeing the video, I was able to make the hat, shoulder plates and I'm now working on the arm armor. Thank you so much for this informative and fun video.

  • @vteccomplex
    @vteccomplex 5 років тому +14

    It's like you knew I was thinking about starting a new cosplay. I'll take this as a sign I should do it. Thank you.

  • @jayjo0685
    @jayjo0685 5 років тому +36

    Vielen Dank dass du das kostenlos bereitstellst! :) Ich meine du bist sehr professionell und deine Tipps sind das Geld auf jeden Fall wert. Deine Videos sind sehr interessant und aufschlussreich und das sogar auf internationaler Ebene ;) Mach weiter so, ich bin froh dass es jemanden wie dich gibt, der einem/die einem viele fragen beantworten kann, die man sich stellt und uns zeigt wie einfach und gut es klappen kann :)

  • @naomih933
    @naomih933 2 роки тому +1

    I've never used EVA foam before - just recycled materials like cardboard and plastic - but this makes what I've been doing seem so much more difficult! I am so glad I found this video thank you for teaching me :)

  • @foxglove427
    @foxglove427 5 років тому +7

    Your videos are always a gift to the cosplay community.

  • @kyliesparks1435
    @kyliesparks1435 4 роки тому +1

    That zipper addition is GENIUS! Thanks for the clear and concise instructions!

  • @SheBPadfoot
    @SheBPadfoot 5 років тому +7

    Hey hey! Thank you so much for making this video and all the others! I’ve only begun cosplaying in the last couple months, and thanks to your videos, I am almost complete with my first Ezra Scarlet armor. I’m so proud, and couldn’t have been inspired without you!

  • @jothain
    @jothain 4 роки тому

    I don't do anything like this, but stumbled here when looking for foam template techniques. I gotta admit that these methods are admirably simple and effective. Always thought that making something like that is actually much harder thing to do. Note that I don't mean to say work is simple, but I mean the very core techniques that are simple. Like film, tape and glue.

  • @notangproductions7163
    @notangproductions7163 5 років тому +169

    Damn I've been waiting for a video like this for ages XD

  • @ragequitter
    @ragequitter 5 років тому +1

    You make the best tutorials. I went from having no clue where to start to having an Etsy Shop in a few months thanks to you
    🙏🙂

  • @crayonberry2123
    @crayonberry2123 4 роки тому +26

    Is it just me, or is her accent the cutest thing I've ever heard!

    • @thecomicjoint1311
      @thecomicjoint1311 3 роки тому

      She is hands down the cutest thing ever lol not to mention talented 🤩

  • @abcgefp
    @abcgefp 5 років тому +1

    The bubbly enthusiasm is intoxicating

  • @stray_bad_dog_
    @stray_bad_dog_ 4 роки тому +4

    I'm going to use this to help me make my first cosplay armor, which is Tenya Iida from My Hero Academia. Thank you so much!

  • @Atlas-j3g
    @Atlas-j3g 7 місяців тому

    Currently in the prep work for a Cosplay of Jetstream Sam (Metal Gear RR) and pretty new to foam work. Thanks to you i got the guideance i needed to finally start the
    realization of the suit. Much appreciated thanks from germany

  • @wesleydejong8214
    @wesleydejong8214 5 років тому +10

    This is so amazing, I Just made my first armour pieces using pvc Pipes and this looks soooo much more pleasant to work with!! The instructions and tips are also super clear!

  • @scarlettblack6878
    @scarlettblack6878 Рік тому

    Thank you very much. This was so easy to understand and helpful. I have promised to make my 2 young boys suits of armor and I was nervous to get started. Thank you for showing me such a great way to get started. You turned my fears into excitement. 😊

  • @petergandia5342
    @petergandia5342 5 років тому +3

    You're the best! I want to do this with my daughter so she can go to conventions in costume with me. Thank you for the information.

  • @thatmemesguy6437
    @thatmemesguy6437 6 місяців тому

    This is an amazing video. This will be my first time using Eva foam. She explained everything so perfectly and now I have a little bit more understanding how to do it.

  • @deviater798
    @deviater798 4 роки тому +3

    ... I never even thought about using zippers holy crap... I have some leather bracers that are laceup but I struggle to do them onehanded... this is amazing. Also this will make foam armor making so much easier thank you I’ve been honestly wondering how to get started with some of the smaller armor pieces

  • @nataree7933
    @nataree7933 3 роки тому +1

    Literally the BEST start tutorial ever!! I can't wait to work on my first project! Thank you so much!

  • @raikohru
    @raikohru 5 років тому +6

    Thank you so much for this video, I can’t wait to make my first armour pieces!!!

  • @thomashernandez6536
    @thomashernandez6536 3 роки тому

    The energy and speed are perfect for keeping my attention. Most people are too slow!

  • @chacharealsmuuth3176
    @chacharealsmuuth3176 4 роки тому +61

    Nodody:
    Absolutely nobody:
    German accent:
    "Guten Tag" :)

  • @PKTEK
    @PKTEK 5 років тому

    Svetlana and Benni are basically my Cosplay God's.
    I wouldn't have my channel without them! Seriously, thank you.

  • @derskalde4973
    @derskalde4973 5 років тому +8

    Vielen, vielen Dank.
    Ich hab so verzweifelt nach einem Video wie dem hier gesucht, war aber einfach zu blöd eins zu finden. Das hilft mir echt total.
    Würde mich echt freuen, wenn du noch mehr solche Videos machen würdest. (Mit Tipps und Tricks für Deppen wie mich)

  • @blackg0076
    @blackg0076 4 роки тому

    new to eva foam , most of my previous armour was with metal and leather , maille etc ,30 plus years with as a re enactment fighter with a medieval fighting club. I wish I could say it is similar but there a few differences that make it different . looks like fun. I made some horns from scratch , and found that i need to make them much larger than i think i will need , but they were ok for my first ever attempt . rule one if you think the glue is dry enough stop and wait another minute or two was the first thing i learnt , cant rush these things . thank you for the tips and videos , they help a lot , speargiver from Aus

  • @geeanime
    @geeanime 5 років тому +6

    Your giving me ideas and confidence for a really good costume ideas. Thank you! 💕💕

  • @09painthorse
    @09painthorse 3 роки тому +1

    Omg THANK YOU! I am interested in making my own Ahsoka and clone trooper cosplay and I’m so overwhelmed on where to start and you made this so simple! I’m not scared to start anymore!

  • @yokokyo
    @yokokyo 5 років тому +12

    Omgg okay so I follow you on IG and I always see alot of your amazing cosplays and seeing this video and how simple it was once you explained it has me wanting to make my own cosplay!!

    • @KamuiCosplay
      @KamuiCosplay  5 років тому +2

      You can do it!

    • @yokokyo
      @yokokyo 5 років тому +2

      @@KamuiCosplay I'll get your book and order some material and give it a try hopefully I can make something cool for my next con

  • @AshlaStargazer
    @AshlaStargazer 2 роки тому

    You are a life saver. I wasn't sure how to begin till I watched your videos. ❤

  • @Vampsune
    @Vampsune 5 років тому +4

    Ahh yes !! This is exactly what I needed since I’m making my first armor piece (tenya iida from mha 👀👀) !!

    • @Zombiewithabowtie
      @Zombiewithabowtie 5 років тому +1

      Plus Ultra!! Hope it goes well :D

    • @Vampsune
      @Vampsune 5 років тому

      Zombiewithabowtie thank you !! :D

  • @Bo-kq8tn
    @Bo-kq8tn 5 років тому +2

    this was an INCREDIBLE guide, THANK YOU!!! I've never heard of foam clay, that completely blew my mind

  • @pearshapedbrit
    @pearshapedbrit 5 років тому +3

    ooooooooooooooooo I never thought to use an open ended zip! Oh that is such a good idea that I am taking it that for my Zenyatta cosplay!
    Also great video! Love your stuff!

  • @knightofpie749
    @knightofpie749 4 роки тому

    The foam density's really helped me figure out which is good for which. Thank you

  • @Dibxmonkey
    @Dibxmonkey 5 років тому +6

    Kamui you're so cute! I love watching your videos even if I don't make cosplays. I just enjoy the process.

  • @mephistosdemonia1999
    @mephistosdemonia1999 5 років тому +1

    Thank you. My wife and I cannot wait to start. I am used to Working with leather and its very hard and expensive to get everything. your tutorial was great and very informative, Thank you!!

  • @LeroyJenkins_707
    @LeroyJenkins_707 5 років тому +5

    Thank you kamui cosplay.... Even Though I don't cosplay it's fun to watch your videos

  • @coshlemp8425
    @coshlemp8425 4 роки тому

    ive been on a binge of these videos getting more and more excited for my materials for iron man to arrive

  • @petalbed9206
    @petalbed9206 5 років тому +4

    Thank you for the tutorial I appreciate all of your help with cosplay. I'm huge fan 😊👍 keep up the amazing work

  • @MegaBlue3
    @MegaBlue3 4 роки тому

    I have so many armor ideas that i can make using this method. i’m very excited to get my hands on some foam and give it a shot

  • @TheCumberbatchedOne
    @TheCumberbatchedOne 5 років тому +6

    This video is absolutely wonderful! You are amazing

  • @Nekogal18
    @Nekogal18 5 років тому +2

    I used foam clay for a belt buckle abd used 2 to 3 costs of plasi dip and it was very stiff! I love it!!

  • @Sparrowlicious-01
    @Sparrowlicious-01 5 років тому +6

    Ich mach nichtmal Cosplay und finde das hier trotzdem supergut xD

  • @amajikichoi7649
    @amajikichoi7649 8 місяців тому

    I finally decided to watch this and other Kamui videos on making armor AFTER starting a Leo cosplay by winging it 🥲 time to start over

  • @cosimusprime9379
    @cosimusprime9379 5 років тому +7

    OMG super helpful 😍😍😍😍
    Thank you sooooooooo much Svetlana
    War am verzweifeln 🤣

  • @shinankoku2
    @shinankoku2 5 років тому +1

    Wow ... I didn’t know where to start. Now I do! Thank you

  • @microwaved_gravel
    @microwaved_gravel 2 роки тому +19

    I was nervous about making cosplay armor before, but this made it seem a lot simpler! Also can a hair dryer be used instead of a heat gun?

    • @ToastUrbath
      @ToastUrbath 2 роки тому +6

      hair dryer can work for thinner material like 2mm foam, but Ive had no luck on foam any thicker than that

    • @timilint
      @timilint Рік тому +1

      not hot enough sadly

  • @zergmare7
    @zergmare7 3 роки тому

    I can listen to her accent all day! Also fantastic tutorials

  • @clyvepandahusky9501
    @clyvepandahusky9501 5 років тому +6

    This help me so Much because i would make cosplay...thank toi si Much for this tutorial ! >~

  • @meemateh
    @meemateh Рік тому

    Im a beginner Cosplayer . Thank you so much ! your tutorials are so much helpful . Wish me luck guys ☺️

  • @dvampire99
    @dvampire99 5 років тому +6

    can you please do a video on how to make wings like dragon wings that would be so helpful

  • @MaugzSR
    @MaugzSR 4 роки тому +1

    I'm going to be doing my first cosplay as Armored Tyrannoranger/MMPR Red. This was what I needed

  • @Phoenix-jf7kt
    @Phoenix-jf7kt 5 років тому +5

    can you do a starlight Express cosplay?

  • @bamflr
    @bamflr 3 роки тому +2

    This WAS inspiring... Now I not only WANT to make armor, but feel like I actually totally COULD, too. Oh my god.

  • @JanaJnns
    @JanaJnns 5 років тому +4

    Dieses Video kommt gerade recht xD Danke

  • @akihikino5061
    @akihikino5061 5 місяців тому

    So I'm at work and I'm watching this because I want to make my own armor and this looks so easy I started getting hyped up and now everyone is looking at me but thank you for this video I'm definitely gonna check out more of your videos and try it myself

  • @AltarOfMadness
    @AltarOfMadness 5 років тому +16

    So, I guess it's time to forget my fabric costumes and to start making badass Star Wars armors. The Empire needs me. *grabs a lightsaber and a heatgun*

  • @SCDM94
    @SCDM94 3 роки тому

    This was super helpful. Making my Hunter cosplay for Destiny 2 and I didn't even know where to start. Thanks 😊

  • @graysonwhite5441
    @graysonwhite5441 5 років тому +5

    *cutting self free on arm*
    me: hits vein
    me: dies

  • @veroneek3176
    @veroneek3176 2 роки тому +1

    I'm so inspired to start playing with EVA foam😍

  • @deanstav3787
    @deanstav3787 3 роки тому

    OMG! Thanks for your videos, Everyone automatically assumes you know what you are doing when making cosplay and you get hopelessly lost! Your tutorial videos showing every step are a godsend!!!!! SUBSCRIBED!!!!!

  • @nrw71
    @nrw71 Рік тому

    That is absolutely beautiful, something like that from what could be called waste resin is incredible.

  • @estebantrujillo1931
    @estebantrujillo1931 4 роки тому +1

    Idk why UA-cam recommended me this video, but after watching it I automatically subscribed. I loved her accent and energy, and now I want to make cosplays lmao

  • @Mr_GoR_
    @Mr_GoR_ 4 роки тому

    Fantastic. You make working with foam seem much less intimidating.

  • @schawangus
    @schawangus Рік тому

    Wow. Finally a short, yet descriptive cosplay tutorial. I’m going to Tucson Comic-Con as Solid Snake from MGS1 and I had no idea how to go about painting and shaping and stuff like that, so this was actually super helpful. Thanks, so much ❤

    • @Sam_uraiden
      @Sam_uraiden Рік тому

      Good luck on the cosplay! :) I bet it's going to come out amazing :D have an amazing day ❤

  • @Kesautly
    @Kesautly 2 роки тому +1

    This is my first video watching you and I’ve been wanting to get into cosplay and all I keep thinking I freaking love you I’m so relieved how simple you made this and gave me the confidence that I’ll be able to do this on my own ❤️❤️

  • @TheSakuraWolf
    @TheSakuraWolf 5 років тому +1

    Thank you so much for this guide. I’m making my first ever foam armor cosplay and looking forward to finish it! I’m really happy that I’m able to bring Diablo 3 Necromancer to life! :)

  • @nominnee
    @nominnee Рік тому

    lady, you've made my day! i've always been intrested in cosplay and find it mega amazing and cool. but no clue where to begin. usually i buy everything but i want to make some stuff myself. Bet never knew how to begin with it. but now i"ll be able to finally create my necromancer.

  • @MikianF
    @MikianF 2 роки тому

    I've never made any cosplay or props, but I would really like to start making cosplay masks. I hope your videos will help me get started!

  • @oliverb.3588
    @oliverb.3588 5 років тому

    Ive planned on doing a cosplay with the same methods you showed. I just didn't know how to do it. Thank you, I love you

  • @alexipresume
    @alexipresume 2 роки тому

    oh my god, thank you so much. all of the other tutorials I’ve seen have been so overwhelming but this one really REALLY helped 😭

  • @lamadredeidraghi
    @lamadredeidraghi 5 років тому

    Hi Svetlana! This year for Lucca Comics I brought my Visenya Targaryen full armour and the main piece was the breast plate and I have to thank you because without your pattern I would have been totally flat. Instead I was amazing! Thanks again!!!

  • @beeboiii1324
    @beeboiii1324 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much! I've been procrastinating on making Froppy's belt (from My Hero Academia) and you made it so easy! I'm making it as we speak😃

  • @harrydupuis3102
    @harrydupuis3102 Рік тому

    So glad this popped up in my feed. I was gonna drop money on a 3d printer to make Halo Reach armor. This seems less time consuming, and easier to do.

  • @abbydoodles6902
    @abbydoodles6902 5 років тому +2

    Yay! Whenever I see your videos, I stop everything to watch!😁

  • @kenediortega8324
    @kenediortega8324 3 роки тому

    this is so much simpler than i thought!!! THANK YOU SO
    MUCH

  • @Tringus_
    @Tringus_ Рік тому

    I wanted to make a springbonnie costume for so long and your videos really help me out!

  • @lakoosdragon
    @lakoosdragon Рік тому

    bro you have no idea how helpful this was!