DIY Boba Fett Jetpack from Scratch
Some things are just better when you make them yourself, especially when it comes to cosplay costumes, as this amazing Boba Fett jetpack made by Pastor Kyle Gilbert clearly illustrates!
Costumes, Cosplay, and Props
Have you ever wanted to create props or DIY cosplay costumes? If making is your passion, look no further; we’ve rounded up some of the best inspiration out there that will help you get started on your dream project. Whether it’s bringing comic book characters to life with movie-accurate costumes or unleashing your creativity in crafting realistic props from household items, these amazing makers are sure to inspire you!
Stark Industries and the Iron Man of Maine
Cosplay artist, maker, tinkerer, and inventor Thomas Lemieux (aka The Ironman of Maine) made a huge splash at World Maker Faire in New York last year. Not one to repeat himself, this year he’s coming back with a Stark Industries twist on another pop culture icon.
DIY Hello Kitty and Pikachu Samurai Armor
Nothing is too cute to be turned into battle armor, as these DIY Hello Kitty and Pikachu-themed costumes by Andy Smith clearly illustrate.
Making Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy
A fan of movie monsters and creatures tries his hand at building a believable Groot suit.
DIY Edge of Tomorrow Exoskelleton From Household Materials
This incredible exoskeleton, patterned after the film Edge of Tomorrow, is actually built from basic household items. Peter Kokis poured over 300 hours of work into creating this movie replica with painstaking detail. He used all kinds of peculiar items in this build. It can be surprising what interesting shapes you can create with household […]
Cosplay Skills: Custom Temporary Tattoos
Take your cosplay, dress-up, or everyday fun skills to a whole new level with this awesome tutorial for making and applying your own realistic-looking custom temporary tattoos!
Spotted at Maker Faire: a Furific Wolf Costume
13-year-old Angela Hawthorne makes fantastic costumes, including this delightful wolf costume, which she wore to Maker Faire Bay Area 2013.
