How to get started with Foam Armor

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  • Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024

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  • @dunmaglass6016
    @dunmaglass6016 4 года назад +734

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

    • @thedoomguy8282
      @thedoomguy8282 4 года назад +42

      Fucking exactly why I came here! RIP and TEAR!

    • @nickgibson6725
      @nickgibson6725 4 года назад +10

      UNTIL IT IS DONE!!!

    • @danioking5369
      @danioking5369 4 года назад +4

      Im gonna be the marauder

    • @iwasgroomed
      @iwasgroomed 4 года назад +3

      Im planning a marauder one

    • @iwasgroomed
      @iwasgroomed 4 года назад +3

      Unconventional Deskfan ay

  • @whitlidoke5628
    @whitlidoke5628 4 года назад +1507

    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 года назад +697

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

    • @vladsalas7970
      @vladsalas7970 Год назад +2

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

  • @maskedfoxx7173
    @maskedfoxx7173 5 лет назад +842

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

  • @amiliesummers5519
    @amiliesummers5519 5 лет назад +255

    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!

  • @apoccooking4364
    @apoccooking4364 5 лет назад +250

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

    • @KamuiCosplay
      @KamuiCosplay  5 лет назад +15

      Imo

    • @apoccooking4364
      @apoccooking4364 5 лет назад +4

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

    • @fauxmarmorer9544
      @fauxmarmorer9544 3 года назад +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 года назад +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 года назад

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

  • @Leila_Na
    @Leila_Na Год назад +25

    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 🎉

  • @grim3562
    @grim3562 5 лет назад +404

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

    • @gemeye1456
      @gemeye1456 2 года назад +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 2 года назад +8

      @@gemeye1456 hmm... Velcro Tape?

  • @PurpleMako
    @PurpleMako 5 лет назад +448

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

    • @theresafasolo4813
      @theresafasolo4813 3 года назад +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 года назад +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 года назад +8

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

    • @convical5491
      @convical5491 3 года назад +2

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

    • @JDJohnston9906753
      @JDJohnston9906753 3 года назад +4

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

  • @vapaspen
    @vapaspen 5 лет назад +194

    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!

  • @Dokusha_
    @Dokusha_ 5 лет назад +331

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

  • @waldemarschafer3624
    @waldemarschafer3624 5 лет назад +122

    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 лет назад +12

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

  • @notangproductions7163
    @notangproductions7163 5 лет назад +169

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

  • @toon_ellie3829
    @toon_ellie3829 4 года назад +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!!

  • @numennoctis
    @numennoctis 5 лет назад +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 лет назад +7

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

    • @vinny8589
      @vinny8589 5 лет назад +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 лет назад

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

  • @kyliesparks1435
    @kyliesparks1435 4 года назад +1

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

  • @SheBPadfoot
    @SheBPadfoot 5 лет назад +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!

  • @foxglove427
    @foxglove427 5 лет назад +7

    Your videos are always a gift to the cosplay community.

  • @SuperAnnonamus
    @SuperAnnonamus 5 лет назад +29

    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.

  • @nataree7933
    @nataree7933 3 года назад +1

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

  • @mylovelyuniverse
    @mylovelyuniverse 2 года назад +33

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

  • @Nekogal18
    @Nekogal18 5 лет назад +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!!

  • @yokokyo
    @yokokyo 5 лет назад +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 лет назад +2

      You can do it!

    • @yokokyo
      @yokokyo 5 лет назад +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

  • @coshlemp8425
    @coshlemp8425 4 года назад

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

  • @jayjo0685
    @jayjo0685 5 лет назад +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 :)

  • @AshlaStargazer
    @AshlaStargazer 2 года назад

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

  • @chacharealsmuuth3176
    @chacharealsmuuth3176 4 года назад +61

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

  • @shinankoku2
    @shinankoku2 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @Vampsune
    @Vampsune 5 лет назад +4

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

    • @Zombiewithabowtie
      @Zombiewithabowtie 5 лет назад +1

      Plus Ultra!! Hope it goes well :D

    • @Vampsune
      @Vampsune 5 лет назад

      Zombiewithabowtie thank you !! :D

  • @meemateh
    @meemateh Год назад

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

  • @geoffreymartin7652
    @geoffreymartin7652 Год назад +5

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

  • @WolfSmudge
    @WolfSmudge 5 лет назад

    I HAVE THAT SAME ZINOGRE PLUSH!!!!! Also I'm kinda new to your channel, but I wanted to say you're a huge inspiration to me. The first time I saw your work was a photoset post on Facebook of your Zinogre armor (I'm a huuuge monster hunter fan so I geeked out) and how you've made it with relatively cheap and easy materials, like most of your stuff. It was the first time I felt like my cosplay dreams were realistic and REACHABLE. I've only ever made two costumes before, the better one being all sewn by my friends mom, and I kinda lost hope over the years of being able to do this mostly on my own. I'm super artsy and love detail, but money has always been an issue and for some reason I always felt like I needed some super expensive stuff to just start on my dreams. I'm kind of rambling now, but I just wanted to tell you that you're my first idol. You've inspired me and filled me with hope, and I feel like I can reach some of my dreams now. Keep doing you and doing art, STAY AWESOME!!! ❤❤ (ps, my first big project is going to be Gara from Warframe, with her hammer Volnus)

  • @vteccomplex
    @vteccomplex 5 лет назад +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.

  • @lakoosdragon
    @lakoosdragon Год назад

    bro you have no idea how helpful this was!

  • @microwaved_gravel
    @microwaved_gravel 2 года назад +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 года назад +6

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

    • @timilint
      @timilint Год назад +1

      not hot enough sadly

  • @nrw71
    @nrw71 Год назад

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

  • @colinmiddleton8127
    @colinmiddleton8127 2 года назад +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.

  • @njmoonfrost6145
    @njmoonfrost6145 2 года назад

    I’m making one for Bog King from Strange Magic. So I am really excited about the world of cross playing and making stuff yourself

  • @robinfinch314
    @robinfinch314 5 лет назад +6

    Ich mach nichtmal Cosplay und finde das hier trotzdem supergut xD

  • @harrydupuis3102
    @harrydupuis3102 Год назад

    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.

  • @derskalde4973
    @derskalde4973 5 лет назад +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)

  • @nominnee
    @nominnee Год назад

    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.

  • @wesleydejong8214
    @wesleydejong8214 5 лет назад +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!

  • @beeboiii1324
    @beeboiii1324 2 года назад +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😃

  • @cosimusprime9379
    @cosimusprime9379 5 лет назад +7

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

  • @abbydoodles6902
    @abbydoodles6902 5 лет назад +2

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

  • @Dibxmonkey
    @Dibxmonkey 5 лет назад +6

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

  • @a-2035
    @a-2035 2 года назад

    You make it look so easy and I knew I had seen you somewhere before because I follow you on TikTok!

  • @LeroyJenkins_707
    @LeroyJenkins_707 5 лет назад +5

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

  • @SHEP_Music1
    @SHEP_Music1 7 месяцев назад

    This is amazing! I'm gonna try my hand at making Guts' arm cannon from Berserk so this is really helpful

  • @dvampire99
    @dvampire99 5 лет назад +6

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

  • @xianshengxu998
    @xianshengxu998 4 года назад

    I would like to thank you very much for the video tutorial you provided. Your video is very good and opened the door to a new world for me!

  • @stray_bad_dog_
    @stray_bad_dog_ 4 года назад +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!

  • @Fade_Bloodlace
    @Fade_Bloodlace 4 года назад

    Girl - you are the Bob Ross of Cosplay!!!
    (And something compelled me to buy your books)

  • @recless8667
    @recless8667 Год назад +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.

  • @3p1c_Mustache
    @3p1c_Mustache 3 года назад

    Not a confusing video in the slightest. Once I get my larp shield finished, I will likely start making some armor like this for my kit

  • @AltarOfMadness
    @AltarOfMadness 5 лет назад +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*

  • @sylokthedefiled
    @sylokthedefiled 2 года назад

    thanks for this! i’m working on researching how to do eva foam and my cosplay armor. it’s going to be very interesting trying to do it, and i hope it turns out well

  • @TheCumberbatchedOne
    @TheCumberbatchedOne 5 лет назад +6

    This video is absolutely wonderful! You are amazing

  • @WisdomCalls
    @WisdomCalls Год назад

    Thank you! I can’t wait to do these projects with my son!

  • @juneporras5118
    @juneporras5118 5 лет назад +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.

  • @renswann5612
    @renswann5612 4 года назад

    This is so cool to watch. Ive always just used regular foam you get at joannes and paper clay and have been doing that for 10+ years when materials were harder to find. All these materials seem to be similar to what Ive already been using but a biiig step up from them, so thanks for the video! I cant wait to try things out!

  • @raikohru
    @raikohru 5 лет назад +6

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

  • @VBall1295
    @VBall1295 5 лет назад

    I know what I'm doing this weekend. I've always loved braces so it will be great to try out making one. Thanks for this.
    Though I think I'll use buckles instead of a zipper to give it a more realistic look.

  • @clyvepandahusky9501
    @clyvepandahusky9501 5 лет назад +6

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

  • @Greymond
    @Greymond Год назад

    this is an AWSOME tutorial you explained everything perfectly. I'm hoping to make a set of Excavator power armor using the knowledge gained from your tutorial!

  • @Installingrad
    @Installingrad 3 года назад +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.

  • @Zolarmew
    @Zolarmew 5 лет назад +2

    Wow, such awesome instructions! AND you have a free guide book?! That's amazing. You're amazing :)

  • @geeanime
    @geeanime 5 лет назад +6

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

  • @andreaspavlides851
    @andreaspavlides851 2 года назад

    Your super good at explaining things in a really fun way!

  • @ahmedjagirdar2773
    @ahmedjagirdar2773 2 года назад +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

  • @jonathanramos7512
    @jonathanramos7512 2 года назад +1

    AMAZING! Wow I’m actually very inspired now on doing my own cosplay after watching your video. Thank you so much for the helpful tip

  • @deviater798
    @deviater798 4 года назад +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

  • @celine2185
    @celine2185 3 года назад

    The foam plates really do look like they're better to work with then the floor mats. Unfortunately I never saw those in Germany and don't really want to import so I guess I'm stuck with the puzzle pieces 😅 You're explainations are great though so I'll try my luck.

  • @Phoenix-jf7kt
    @Phoenix-jf7kt 5 лет назад +5

    can you do a starlight Express cosplay?

  • @GXedits0
    @GXedits0 4 года назад +1

    Me, clicking on this link recommended by a friend.
    You, showing two amazing armors
    Me, slightly taken aback because I wasn't expecting anything special

  • @petergandia5342
    @petergandia5342 5 лет назад +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.

  • @bigdazza001
    @bigdazza001 5 лет назад +1

    This is great! I’m now a lot less daunted by the next project 😁

  • @pearshapedbrit
    @pearshapedbrit 5 лет назад +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!

  • @BringBackFacetFortnite
    @BringBackFacetFortnite Год назад

    im about to make a genji cosplay. thank you SO much

  • @petalbed9206
    @petalbed9206 5 лет назад +4

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

  • @baptistehyver1162
    @baptistehyver1162 4 года назад +1

    Thanks a lot for this kind of videos, it's really helpfull

  • @crayonberry2123
    @crayonberry2123 4 года назад +26

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

    • @thecomicjoint1311
      @thecomicjoint1311 3 года назад

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

  • @ominouscipher4040
    @ominouscipher4040 5 лет назад +1

    It would be awesome to see you guys make a katana from EVA foam. I really need a to tutorial 😅lol. Also a floating energy orb. One more thing..... I’VE BOUGHT SOME OF YOUR BOOKS lol

  • @JanaJnns
    @JanaJnns 5 лет назад +4

    Dieses Video kommt gerade recht xD Danke

  • @Drakonaut
    @Drakonaut 4 года назад

    I came across this video trying to get ideas, and immediately had to rush to my books cause I have yours already! Coincidence? I think not!

  • @graysonwhite5441
    @graysonwhite5441 5 лет назад +5

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

  • @davetaylor2088
    @davetaylor2088 5 лет назад

    Great video and such a patient dog!

  • @WeareCreative360
    @WeareCreative360 4 года назад +1

    this was very helpful, thanks!

  • @capena82
    @capena82 5 лет назад

    Your videos only continue to get better & better! Super clear & helpful! :)

  • @demijames2865
    @demijames2865 5 лет назад

    I wish i have all the equipments and materials.. And the space to make them,. You inspire me

  • @soch4116
    @soch4116 5 лет назад

    Your videos are always so perfect 😍 The quality is so amazing !

  • @Redskiiiii
    @Redskiiiii Месяц назад

    Do you have a tutorial on your painting techniques or what your favorite paints to use are?

  • @dariashooter7222
    @dariashooter7222 5 лет назад +1

    Wow!
    It is really useful!
    Thank you, Svetochka! (This is how we call Svetlana more cute in Russia ^^)
    Good luck to you!
    🥰

  • @ZaraGinny
    @ZaraGinny 5 лет назад

    OMG THANK YOU SOOO MUCH! This video helps me so much cuz i need to make my armor myself but i had no idea how!!! Thank you!!!!!! 💖💖💖💖

  • @pencilbender
    @pencilbender 3 года назад

    We need stores that sell those foam types here. The netherlands really is hell if youre into building terrain for tabletop or want to do cosplay with foam parts.

    • @KamuiCosplay
      @KamuiCosplay  3 года назад

      I get my foam from Belgium and I would say it’s closer for you than for me down here in Bavaria. :)

  • @ariellegreenstone6165
    @ariellegreenstone6165 2 года назад

    I'm making a tactical-style Creature Power Suit to go with my fursuit for this halloween! Thanks for the help :D

  • @destree5315
    @destree5315 5 лет назад

    Thank you so much for so many useful tutorials!!

  • @ThimblewolfArt
    @ThimblewolfArt 5 лет назад +1

    you're videos are the best. Would you ever consider making a video of tips for making doggie cosplay armor?

  • @bob52650
    @bob52650 2 года назад

    I know this video is old but iam so tempted to make my own master chief armor from halo infinite just something about wearing spartan armor looks so cool and always fascinated me