How to attach straps to cosplay masks and armor

In this video I explain how I like to attach straps to my masks and wearable armor pieces, essentially using industrial strength velcro as tape. To see all my projects, please visit my website mynocksden.com.

[@mjmalaske]

In case anyone is wondering this method also works for latex masks. I just tried it and there's no sign of it coming off.

[@mynocksden]

Bladespirit that’s great to know! Thanks for sharing!

[@tunasub7735]

How do you place the velcro on if it sticks on one side only?

[@mjmalaske]

@@tunasub7735 you make a sort of 't' with the soft Velcro. I cut it about 3" in length and the elastic strap is 1" wide, that leaves an inch on each side that is touching the mask.

[@mynocksden]

Essentially, you would be using one side of velcro as tape, taping the strap down. You wouldn't be using the corresponding velcro strip.

[@the8bitgrandpashow282]

Does it work on cardboard??

[@WellaKelly]

Oh my goodness! It’s rare to find easy and accessible solutions to weird problems! Thank you!!!

[@facenemesis9840]

this is literally what I need for mask I was panicking on how im gonna get the mask on. Actually a life saver

[@Dakthulhu]

Of all of the solutions I've found, this is the simplest, most effective way. Thank you!

[@PossumWithKeyboard]

I didn't know that, thank you for the advice. Video made 5 years ago but is still helping people today, this is timeless advice. I'm gonna buy Velcro for masks!

[@saintsinner4524]

Thank you so much for the tip about how to put the strap on the mask without damaging the mask. Incredibly helpful. Keep up the awesome work. 🤜💥🤛

[@JSpyx]

Wow, this is so smart. I ordered the velcro, can't wait to try it out.

[@salthomas5764]

I have never seen it done like that before that is amazing thanks for that

[@samandrews3284]

Good job sir. Great inspiration and advice as always.

[@nathansaylor1239]

Thanks! I've used that for other applications. Never considered this one. Nice!

[@lachieblack8605]

Keep up the good work! I wish to achieve your level of skill someday!

[@TheFitCosplayer]

Thank you. You saved me money and time.

[@petej6609]

Brilliant video mate. This has really helped me out. I actually used that same velcro to stick the mask to the faceplate already! (Its darth nihilus, by the way) So I've got some left over!!!! Brilliant! Cheers man!

[@stardust394]

This was so helpful! Thank you!

[@TLBJohnnyAlpha]

Hi Mynock! This is really helpful thanks for sharing your technique. Could you help me further by sharing what type of strap you've used here? I'm struggling to find one like this online and wondered if you had a link? Thank you!

[@AznVi3tx]

Thanks for the idea. Saved me a lot of time

[@nixland]

Supercool tips! Thanks

[@shamarmilton8626]

Great Tip!, I was looking for different methods for my cosplay

[@cybersubject]

Simple & Brilliant! Thx

[@aeongem]

This is amazing, thank you so much. Never thought of this. Don’t even need to bother with glue guns, etc...

[@grantbatten]

so simple and easy, thank you

[@tomross4861]

Thank you for an easy solution!! 🙏

[@dutchscreamqueen8771]

This would definitely help for my custom Scream Ressurection mask. The only mask in the Franchise who doesn't have a hood for the robe.

[@DamianTrasler]

Going to try this for my 3d printed Clone armour. Thanks for the great tip!

[@abbeycrum2848]

Did it work? I'm trying to put straps on a 3d printed mask and I'd love to know before I buy the velcro since the 3d printed mask is kind of thick and heavy.

[@DamianTrasler]

@@abbeycrum2848 honestly? No, it did not. But my Armour build is a little...eccentric. Also, heavier than a mask. I think the method shown in the video is still good. My problems with it are more to do with me and my process.

[@JameSSpeedCo]

Thank u. Ur tip really helped

[@mynocksden]

james adamsjohnson glad you found the video useful!

[@BountyRogueCinemax]

This is amazing thanks

[@TimeBombRosette]

do you think it would adhere just as well to eva foam?

[@galaxytamer]

fantastic!!! Thank you so much

[@JannyMaha]

Thank you!

[@Carnageace]

Was wondering what you would suggest positioning and method for a lower half mask

[@KingSithis]

Thank you so much

[@enigmaticreverieproduction5169]

Do you have a video of what kind of padding you use? Love your quick and easy to follow videos

[@thavoyceofrsn]

Despite the increase of temperature and moisture from wearing a costume for long periods of time, will the adhesive still hold on a latex body piece? Would it be wise to get the outdoor industrial strength velcro?

[@gamercat7004]

I need this for a 3d printed mask and have a elastic band and will be wrapped around the hat and this velcro is what I am looking for. Wondering to measure the band with a wig inside a cosplay hat and have around so it won't be too tight?

[@pastelmask]

Will this work for a cheap hard plastic mask?

[@justinmorrison3791]

I know this video is fairly old, but do you know what specific velcrobrand version you used here? I'm seeing a few different "velcrobrand" results on Amazon, and can't figure out which to get. Or does it not matter, as long as it's velcrobrand?

[@kiefergarrett6315]

Would this work on a very front heavy mask?

[@animeman1000]

I just bought a mask from Walmart yesterday and it didn't come with A MASK strap and honestly I don't wanna keep looking for a mask I like. I have a last minute party to go to this Saturday. So Imma just buy a strap and Velcro and do this. Thanks!!

[@slyelessar]

What elastic strap do you use? Complete novice here, but I have a Diehardman mask that requires it. This seems like a great solution for someone who is crap at DIY like me!

[@stephendavies1518]

Question Do I go for the VELCRO Heavy Duty Stick On? and what way do I put on the straps on a normal Halloween mask to make it secure for like theme park rides? This is the mask I'm wearing (DriSubt Halloween Mask Halloween Costume Glowing Mask Scary Light Up Masks for Festival Christmas Halloween Costume Cosplay Party Halloween Props Decorations for Kids Adults) < Look it up on Amazon It's for when I go to Alton Towers Scare Fest but I want to wear it while on rides, so how can I make it more secure so it possibly doesn't fly off my head? I'm asking cos there's a possibility I might get asked to remove it on each ride unless I can make it more secure, I don't want to keep removing the mask putting it in the public side storage next to the ride for anyone to possibly steal.

[@nixland]

But wait, the surface of your mask is coated with what? I mean do I need coating before stick the velcro, or I can velcro directly to the foam ?

[@thefitcosplayerpodcast]

Directly

[@Azurepeahen]

holy shit you saved me a fuck ton of work

[@moosepai]

Would this method work for the two piece sith acolyte helmet?

[@leojames7331]

Hey dude. I'm making masks from plater bandage. Do you think the velcro would stick well enough onto the inside of the plater bandage? Thanks

[@spacemanspliff2174]

Where can I get some of this from ?

[@Brynja78]

Lol awesome bro, thanks 😈

[@vicvic889]

Dude I sincerely love you bro. And before I go. What Velcro is that and what is that stretchable strap called?

[@mysticechos5006]

Can you do one for “Creativity Street Plain Plastic Feminine Mask,white - 4201”

[@pierowarudoexpress8168]

Can you tell me what brand you use? I see the official Velcro brand has a heavy duty but then I see some other brands that say "industrial strength". I did a cosplay mask for my nephew's senior prom and I need to make sure it stays

[@MegaSeandude]

What about a heavy resin mask? Resin masks are strange when it comes to sticking things to it

[@benjaminrodriguez2091]

How much to do a arcann mask for me please like it is in the game when it’s really close / on his skin like in the game when he got the mask in the trailer at the end of the trailer when they revealed the bags and when he looks at his hand and when he ends his brother and also with his back plate with the mask how it is in the game with the back showing of his head with the back helmet plate and the halfmask / his new face attached to it and when he looks up to see his dad with that backplate and mask attached together so I can have mine like it is in the game and also make it how it is with the mask closely to the skin like it does in the game at the end of the trailer and backplate and mask together as one

[@TheMovieUniverse]

where do you find velcro like that? Ive tried sticky velcro before and it came off like cheep packing tape

[@vicvic889]

Industrial strength Velcro

[@TheMovieUniverse]

@@vicvic889 thanks.

[@nucop]

Where do you get your velcro and straps?

[@TheFitCosplayer]

Amazon has everything.

[@lolzskillet]

@@TheFitCosplayer nothing i can find :/

[@vicvic889]

I think he meant stretchable straps and industrial strength Velcro

[@tk2760]

Hi. What brand of velcro did you use?

[@mynocksden]

Victor Matamoros this is the "Velcro" brand industrial strength stuff, but you can get 3M or any other brand of hook and loop that says "industrial" or "heavy duty", etc.

[@BryanQuezada]

I’m not an experienced cosplayer/builder. But one of the issues that I’m faced with is triple digit weather. How does the Velcro do with high temperatures? I made my son a tmnt shell with hot glue without thinking and it’s started to fall apart towards the end… I just don’t want to go through that again.

[@mcrksman]

Whats the difference between using velcro and tape? Since you're just using the velcro as tape instead of using the velcro side of it

[@SynergyCraft]

It would likely be the strength of the adhesive on the velcro. I'm currently trying to figure out what kind of adhesive is used for this, but its a bit hard to figure out. Velcro and their "industry secrets," hahaha.

[@geraldreyes335]

What 3d printer do you use?

[@mynocksden]

Gerald Reyes I have several FlashForge Creator and FlashForge Creator Pro printers.

[@TheNinja4]

Links?

[@animationvigilante643]

What if the armor or mask weighs 2lbs or 3lbs?😕

[@sebastiancastro5269]

Where do you get the Velcro and strap

[@Normandy1998]

Just look it up and easy to find industrial strength, literally just looked myself

[@PadroPadro22]

Oh you smart

[@spiritwildfiregaming1975]

Isn't the mask going to be uncomfortable if one uses that method tho? I don't think that feeling the..."fuzzy" part on the inside could be nice.

[@pockpock6382]

a link would have been nice :(

[@CreativeGraphicsGroup]

Wondering about this in 90 shore urethane…

[@quemeese]

plain old velcro -- as long as it has the self-adhesive backing

[@sophialow340]

I'm sure you will find good solutions for all your ideas on the Stodoys website.

[@Bandergav]

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