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# Best Cosplay Tools & Supplies for Beginners

By [Emi Winterstar (@emiwinterstar)](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar)

1846 views · 7 likes · 1 follower  
Published 28 February 2022 · Updated 24 March 2022

Category: hobbies & interests / arts & crafts

A selection of the tools, supplies, and materials that are essential or incredibly helpful for any beginner cosplayer or costume maker. Tried and tested by an experienced cosplayer! Includes links to either the exact product, or the closest and best I could find!

See more of my cosplay work on my website, winterstarcosplay.com, or my Instagram @winterstarcosplay!

## Items

### 1. [Wood Glue](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/41/wood-glue)

Item ID: `41`

- Utility: Crafting
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3skDXZb](https://amzn.to/3skDXZb)
- Notes: Use this for priming Worbla before painting it! Some people also use it for priming foam.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/rvyprbohxrfwdakggh0v.jpg)

### 2. [Worbla’s Black Art](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/35/worblas-black-art)

Item ID: `35`

- Utility: Crafting
- Price Range: $$$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3sltm0k](https://amzn.to/3sltm0k)
- Notes: Worbla’s Black Art is a lot of fun to work with, but it’s on the pricier side! EVA foam is better if you’re on a budget.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/prsgwy6kbw7kbk2dzzfe.jpg)

### 3. [Hot Glue Gun](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/0/hot-glue-gun)

Item ID: `0`

- Utility: Crafting, Essentials, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3K3HJMF](https://amzn.to/3K3HJMF)
- Notes: One of my FAVORITE tools to use!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/fapmsnx2ewsxikorblxq.jpg)

### 4. [Boxcutter](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/1/boxcutter)

Item ID: `1`

- Utility: Crafting, Essentials, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3po1vKZ](https://amzn.to/3po1vKZ)
- Notes: Whether you’re using foam, Worbla, or cardboard, a boxcutter is pretty essential to crafting cosplays.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/sxjme4g90udtnmvmnqp4.jpg)

### 5. [Craft Knife](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/2/craft-knife)

Item ID: `2`

- Utility: Crafting, Essentials, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/342p70i](https://amzn.to/342p70i)
- Notes: Smaller than a boxcutter, and better for cutting out smaller details in EVA foam.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/k2aqeo8qzojgw4nulkl8.jpg)

### 6. [Duct Tape](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/8/duct-tape)

Item ID: `8`

- Utility: Crafting, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://youtu.be/Y0UVI-J3LEg](https://youtu.be/Y0UVI-J3LEg)
- Notes: Duct tape and plastic wrap are AWESOME for making your own armor or sewing patterns! Check out the link on a video for how to do it.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/brtlef9hcqw0twy7kpqr.jpg)

### 7. [Plastic Wrap](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/9/plastic-wrap)

Item ID: `9`

- Utility: Crafting, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://youtu.be/Y0UVI-J3LEg](https://youtu.be/Y0UVI-J3LEg)
- Notes: Duct tape and plastic wrap are super helpful for making armor patterns! Check out the link for a video on how to do it.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/olpf8bqqupcwi4dth3nh.jpg)

### 8. [Kwik Seal](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/38/kwik-seal)

Item ID: `38`

- Utility: Crafting, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3smDR3y](https://amzn.to/3smDR3y)
- Notes: You can use this to fill in gaps in your EVA foam builds! Use it to get a smoother finish.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/lliwxrkcsqpgjyywhm10.jpg)

### 9. [Flexbond](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/11/flexbond)

Item ID: `11`

- Utility: Crafting, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://coscomcosplaysupplies.com/products/flexbond-by-rosco-32-oz-bottle/winterstar](https://coscomcosplaysupplies.com/products/flexbond-by-rosco-32-oz-bottle/winterstar)
- Notes: Use this to prime EVA foam before painting! It’ll help it stay nice and flexible, and give you a smooth finish for painting!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/esxakiwzlmc4v2hbmqb8.webp)

### 10. [Sharpies](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/10/sharpies)

Item ID: `10`

- Utility: Crafting, EVA Foam, Essentials
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3siXSrp](https://amzn.to/3siXSrp)
- Notes: Use black ones for marking patterns, and metallic ones for drawing on EVA foam!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/wbabu47tl8nztvstcozw.jpg)

### 11. [Heat Gun](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/4/heat-gun)

Item ID: `4`

- Utility: Crafting, EVA Foam, Essentials
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/35DdTji](https://amzn.to/35DdTji)
- Notes: It is actually SO HARD to work with foam and Worbla without one of these. A high-temp blow dryer… kind of works, but a heat gun is SO MUCH BETTER.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/a9etq2vgxhan3a7z3hqd.jpg)

### 12. [Acrylic Paint](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/13/acrylic-paint)

Item ID: `13`

- Utility: Crafting, EVA Foam, Essentials, Painting
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3BR5TXO](https://amzn.to/3BR5TXO)
- Notes: My absolute favorite paint brand is Plaid, and all the paint products that go along with it.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/om7psuvyh4bb05gsihut.jpg)

### 13. [Metallic Acrylic Paint](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/14/metallic-acrylic-paint)

Item ID: `14`

- Utility: Crafting, EVA Foam, Painting
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3LVcy7Y](https://amzn.to/3LVcy7Y)
- Notes: Brushed metal has great coverage, and a great finish!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/yyza2rzgheq3yvdkl5eu.jpg)

### 14. [Paint Brushes](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/15/paint-brushes)

Item ID: `15`

- Utility: Crafting, Painting, EVA Foam, Essentials
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3hl3E5L](https://amzn.to/3hl3E5L)
- Notes: You can’t really paint without paint brushes. These are very helpful.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/wnbpzoqh97m6itofckna.jpg)

### 15. [Blow Dryer](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/32/blow-dryer)

Item ID: `32`

- Utility: Crafting, Painting, Wig & Makeup, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/342oJyS](https://amzn.to/342oJyS)
- Notes: AWESOME tool. Great for wig / hair styling, working with EVA foam, and painting!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/upgnn4aa6gt5conrff5w.jpg)

### 16. [Budget Cosplay Book](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/31/budget-cosplay-book)

Item ID: `31`

- Utility: Crafting, Sewing, EVA Foam, Photography / Film
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://www.etsy.com/listing/889444607/cosplay-on-a-budget-ebook?click\_key=f18f4cb6adbdf4e9a233e39f125b1415ec96a94c%3A889444607&click\_sum=20e755b6&ref=shop\_home\_active\_1](https://www.etsy.com/listing/889444607/cosplay-on-a-budget-ebook?click_key=f18f4cb6adbdf4e9a233e39f125b1415ec96a94c%3A889444607&click_sum=20e755b6&ref=shop_home_active_1)
- Notes: Super helpful for anyone who wants to cosplay, but doesn’t have a ton of money!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ayl0wez2eqpcfuf8bb2l.png)

### 17. [Cutting Mat](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/3/cutting-mat)

Item ID: `3`

- Utility: Essentials, Crafting, EVA Foam, Sewing
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3M6aPwW](https://amzn.to/3M6aPwW)
- Notes: This thing is so helpful, you have no idea. It’ll keep you from cutting up your work surface. You really do need one for cosplaying / crafting.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/isbdyjygl8dzeqboc3aa.jpg)

### 18. [Cosplay Beginner Course](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/42/cosplay-beginner-course)

Item ID: `42`

- Utility: Essentials, Crafting, Safety, Photography / Film, Wig & Makeup, EVA Foam, Sewing
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://skl.sh/2RZGyIF](https://skl.sh/2RZGyIF)
- Notes: A great place to start for any beginner cosplayer is this course on Skillshare, which takes you through all the basics of getting started with cosplay! With this link, you can access this course (and thousands more on Skillshare!) for free!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/aehx5o0bkdqcno88abec.jpg)

### 19. [Tutorial Book](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/30/tutorial-book)

Item ID: `30`

- Utility: Essentials, Crafting, Sewing, Safety
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3Ipeeo3](https://amzn.to/3Ipeeo3)
- Notes: Great for helping you learn all about the basics of cosplay!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/jpzbv0h8upzby03qmtnw.jpg)

### 20. [Fabric Scissors](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/16/fabric-scissors)

Item ID: `16`

- Utility: Essentials, Sewing
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3K44qjI](https://amzn.to/3K44qjI)
- Notes: ONLY use fabric scissors ON YOUR FABRIC. Otherwise they’ll get dull. Use normal scissors for everything else.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/sosxtdcczlc9yezzpo7u.jpg)

### 21. [Armor Patterns](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/20/armor-patterns)

Item ID: `20`

- Utility: EVA Foam
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://www.etsy.com/listing/822661226/basic-female-breastplate-pattern-digital?click\_key=b1c88e21c9697461f4fc71aa2ce6647a2d6f500c%3A822661226&click\_sum=18ec8e49&ref=shop\_home\_active\_2&crt=1](https://www.etsy.com/listing/822661226/basic-female-breastplate-pattern-digital?click_key=b1c88e21c9697461f4fc71aa2ce6647a2d6f500c%3A822661226&click_sum=18ec8e49&ref=shop_home_active_2&crt=1)
- Notes: There’s a ton of great armor patterns out there! Whether for specific cosplays, or more general ones. I used this one for my Wonder Woman and Scarlet Witch cosplays!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/kbyoqjhxgq9srdwe7xko.jpg)

### 22. [Prop / Weapon Patterns](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/21/prop--weapon-patterns)

Item ID: `21`

- Utility: EVA Foam, Crafting
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://www.etsy.com/listing/823995989/cosplay-sword-pattern-collection-5?click\_key=7f487641a312f35ed148de7400527f661a449d3c%3A823995989&click\_sum=fb8bd01b&ref=shop\_home\_active\_3&crt=1](https://www.etsy.com/listing/823995989/cosplay-sword-pattern-collection-5?click_key=7f487641a312f35ed148de7400527f661a449d3c%3A823995989&click_sum=fb8bd01b&ref=shop_home_active_3&crt=1)
- Notes: There are so many prop / weapon patterns out there! Usually found as to-scale, printable PDFs. They’re super helpful when you’re trying to make a prop!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/nbtnxqoqsp6ahqg9zwgh.jpg)

### 23. [Foam Clay](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/40/foam-clay)

Item ID: `40`

- Utility: EVA Foam, Crafting
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3M2h84A](https://amzn.to/3M2h84A)
- Notes: Can be a lot of fun to work with! Shapes like clay, but air-dries into a foam-like texture! I use this for a lot of details and horns!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/f9tn2ocgx2fjni3brsae.jpg)

### 24. [Dremel](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/24/dremel)

Item ID: `24`

- Utility: EVA Foam, Crafting
- Price Range: $$$$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3ItUlfS](https://amzn.to/3ItUlfS)
- Notes: A little on the pricier side, but a lot of cosplayers name this as their favorite tool! Very helpful when working with EVA foam or Worbla, especially when making things like swords, or smoothing down armor pieces.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/lwci1k5g9ni8zklb5uga.jpg)

### 25. [Elastic](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/25/elastic)

Item ID: `25`

- Utility: EVA Foam, Crafting, Essentials
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3BOVFHz](https://amzn.to/3BOVFHz)
- Notes: I use this so much for armor building. And it’s great for helping headpieces stay on.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/xwam6asm3ykb8dwootaw.jpg)

### 26. [3D Puffy Paint](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/37/3d-puffy-paint)

Item ID: `37`

- Utility: EVA Foam, Crafting, Sewing
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3pdL83l](https://amzn.to/3pdL83l)
- Notes: Super handy for adding details to EVA foam or fabric!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/wawv3zdm7nxoej8jzuqc.jpg)

### 27. [Thin EVA Foam](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/33/thin-eva-foam)

Item ID: `33`

- Utility: EVA Foam, Essentials
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://tntcosplaysupply.com/product/eva-foam-sheets/](https://tntcosplaysupply.com/product/eva-foam-sheets/)
- Notes: Thin foam is essential for details, and a lot of cosplay pieces!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/h3w4zhzvbguobild01iw.jpg)

### 28. [Thick EVA Foam](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/34/thick-eva-foam)

Item ID: `34`

- Utility: EVA Foam, Essentials
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3phnxPu](https://amzn.to/3phnxPu)
- Notes: Essential for armor and prop building!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/uvnfhhqsexu65t8vr6fu.jpg)

### 29. [Velcro](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/26/velcro)

Item ID: `26`

- Utility: EVA Foam, Sewing, Crafting, Essentials
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3JShtoo](https://amzn.to/3JShtoo)
- Notes: Very useful for sewing and armor building!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/pbxxyerzz8shz6evsfbm.jpg)

### 30. [Painters Tape](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/36/painters-tape)

Item ID: `36`

- Utility: Painting
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3tbHfNA](https://amzn.to/3tbHfNA)
- Notes: Awesome for adding details or different with painting.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/r2crrell7ycjbbbecg1a.jpg)

### 31. [Ring Light](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/28/ring-light)

Item ID: `28`

- Utility: Photography / Film
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3BSrNKm](https://amzn.to/3BSrNKm)
- Notes: Awesome for getting great lighting, especially for cosplay photoshoots or Tik-Toks. And it can hold your phone!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/umvawytmeu1oz4vvzvy6.jpg)

### 32. [Phone Tripod](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/29/phone-tripod)

Item ID: `29`

- Utility: Photography / Film
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3BPF1Ym](https://amzn.to/3BPF1Ym)
- Notes: I use this all the time for taking progress pictures, filming tutorials, and doing cosplay photoshoots!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/nkprbydlrd8pyhfiqjna.jpg)

### 33. [Safety Glasses](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/39/safety-glasses)

Item ID: `39`

- Utility: Safety
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3Hlr71f](https://amzn.to/3Hlr71f)
- Notes: If you’re using a Dremel to sand foam, MAKE SURE TO WEAR THESE! You do NOT want foam dust in your eyes!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/iej18xphgpsdyzmv4i0o.jpg)

### 34. [Fumes Respirator](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/7/fumes-respirator)

Item ID: `7`

- Utility: Safety
- Price Range: $$$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/35hLOxV](https://amzn.to/35hLOxV)
- Notes: If you’re working with toxic chemicals, especially in a small space, MAKE SURE YOU WEAR THIS!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/eaatfvqeq4zinevfsrks.jpg)

### 35. [Protective Gloves](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/6/protective-gloves)

Item ID: `6`

- Utility: Safety, Essentials
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3HjI2RB](https://amzn.to/3HjI2RB)
- Notes: Wear these when working with contact cement or super glue! That stuff with stick so badly to your fingers! And it can be toxic! So WEAR GLOVES!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/yhlgx8qtfm05wmp9wrmb.jpg)

### 36. [Safety Pins](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/23/safety-pins)

Item ID: `23`

- Utility: Sewing
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/33UylM0](https://amzn.to/33UylM0)
- Notes: Helpful for holding things together for sewing projects, or to make clothes hold together or fit better!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/uhxyldmj0mhy5849tivl.jpg)

### 37. [Sewing Patterns](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/19/sewing-patterns)

Item ID: `19`

- Utility: Sewing
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3tbKi8u](https://amzn.to/3tbKi8u)
- Notes: There’s a lot of good brands out there! Simplicity, Butterick, McCall, and Vogue are some of the most popular.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/lucnbvdgfuz35pyymhgu.jpg)

### 38. [Sewing Machine](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/17/sewing-machine)

Item ID: `17`

- Utility: Sewing
- Price Range: $$$$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3vqGtiO](https://amzn.to/3vqGtiO)
- Notes: Sewing machine is INVALUABLE for making any type of sewn cosplay. Hand sewing is long and tedious. Sewing machines are great. This is a highly rated, reputable brand model, but there are a ton of other options out there!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ocjqf78tfnk5p5zg40sf.jpg)

### 39. [Sewing Kit](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/18/sewing-kit)

Item ID: `18`

- Utility: Sewing, Essentials
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3hg09xc](https://amzn.to/3hg09xc)
- Notes: Not the exact sewing tools I use, but a great starter kit for anyone wanting to get into sewing!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/jkyusr0w3cdd1bf3x0gr.jpg)

### 40. [Barge Contact Cement](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/5/barge-contact-cement)

Item ID: `5`

- Utility: Toxic - Use with Care, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3hj0Juc](https://amzn.to/3hj0Juc)
- Notes: Contact Cement works great for attaching EVA foam pieces, but it is toxic! Use protective disposable gloves and a fumes respirator! Use in a well-ventilated area!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/vib9heqekfrvkfqslhvk.jpg)

### 41. [Plastidip](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/12/plastidip)

Item ID: `12`

- Utility: Toxic - Use with Care, EVA Foam
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/3t7TjPV](https://amzn.to/3t7TjPV)
- Notes: Use with gloves, a respirator if you have one. Treat it like spray paint, and use in a well ventilated area!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dxwsoibsg9h1pz6k8urv.jpg)

### 42. [Wigs](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/22/wigs)

Item ID: `22`

- Utility: Wig & Makeup
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [http://shrsl.com/3ehan](http://shrsl.com/3ehan)
- Notes: L-Email wigs (WigSupplier) is a great place to get decent quality, budget-friendly wigs! I’ve bought several different wigs from them, including one of my favorites.
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/mzbppdksly5a8uce428y.jpg)

### 43. [Face Paint](https://listium.com/@emiwinterstar/67211/best-cosplay-tools--supplies-for-beginners/27/face-paint)

Item ID: `27`

- Utility: Wig & Makeup
- Price Range: $$
- Link: [https://amzn.to/36HzOX3](https://amzn.to/36HzOX3)
- Notes: A high quality and reputable brand that a lot of cosplayers recommend!
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dmcjcm8cv6fkowkxnduf.jpg)