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Paper Mache Armor and Prop Tutorialby ~FireLilyCosplay

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At last, the long awaited Paper Mache Armor and Prop Tutorial!

I've had a lot of practice with this method, and this is the formula that works best for me, so I hope it can help you build your armor and props with ease. I really enjoy working with my hands and making armor pieces using various methods, so please don't hesitate to ask questions if you have any - I'll be glad to answer them!

Tutorial and all images therein are Copyright Fire Lily and FireLilyCosplay.com.

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Paper Mache Armor and Prop Tutorial by *FireLilyCosplay ( Featured by `shelldevil )

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~kirbysuperstar97 May 13, 2013

And thank you FireLilyCosplay for this tutorial!

~FireLilyCosplay 6 days ago Hobbyist Artisan Crafter

Welcome!

~Dragona5 May 9, 2013 Hobbyist Traditional Artist

I'm a beginner in cosplaying, and this tutorial is extremely useful! Thank you so much. <3

I do have a specific question, however: I'm planning to cosplay as this person here ( [link] )
And I'm wondering if the shoulder guards would be make-able with this technique? They're small, and all I have is thin cardboard. How would I secure the straps onto the shoulder guard without breaking it if I do use thin cardboard? Thanks so much in advance!

~kirbysuperstar97 May 13, 2013

I am thinking of doing the same cosplay as you!

~FireLilyCosplay May 10, 2013 Hobbyist Artisan Crafter

Well, it doesn't matter how thin the cardboard is as long on you are smart about it. Double it up! Make it thicker and sturdier using two layers of board and plenty of tape.

Secure the straps using a ton of hot glue, epoxy glue, rivets, etc. There are tons of ways. Also, make sure to attach your straps AFTER building up your paper mache layers so it is sturdier.

~ersatzteilh Apr 16, 2013 Student Photographer

this is an awesome tutorial, probably will use it next month

May I ask, the final result is heavy or light?

~FireLilyCosplay Apr 17, 2013 Hobbyist Artisan Crafter

It's pretty light, actually! Also keep in mind that if you don't seal it with a polyurethane or lacquer or other hardening clear coat, it will be soft and easy to indent/nick/scrape.

~Silverammy Apr 8, 2013 Hobbyist Digital Artist

Hi! I would like to ask you about is the Gesso some kind of acrylic paint? Becouse i have a lot of acrylics at home and if possible i would use that for priming. Thanks

~FireLilyCosplay Apr 12, 2013 Hobbyist Artisan Crafter

Gesso is a medium to build up canvas so you can sand it to a smooth finish. You can find it online and at most art supply stores. It is not an acrylic paint.

~Silverammy Apr 14, 2013 Hobbyist Digital Artist

Oh thanks for answer, im going to make a cosplay armor, and it comes handy

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