How To: Doll Armor Materials and Techniques

[@ixaix3218]

Soo... What you're telling me is... The armor I've made for cosplay can be shrunk down and put on a doll? It's that easy? Holy crap. My eyes have been opened. And I have so much fun foam just laying around >w>

[@shannpng9820]

Ixaix Sushiroll, I recently got into the whole cosplay thing and when I saw how armor was made I was like, OMG this is how dollightful made doll armor. And coming back to this video with that knowledge I literally went in the comments just to see if anyone realized that cosplayers make armor the same way.

[@phoenix_raven91]

Wait, this can apply to cosplay?! 😍

[@hihihi022]

@@phoenix_raven91 foam technique of often used to make armor in cosplay. Of course there's difference because of the size and weight, different rules to keep in mind. Theres video on KZbin showing how to do it life sized.

[@bigzaria]

Can you make money from cosplay?

[@hihihi022]

@@bigzaria while possible, it's like any art based career where it's very hard and unlikely you can live off of it (if you just want s couple of bucks here and there then sure, that's an easier task). But also, like any art based career if you're passionate and doing it anyways, it's worth working towards on the side, hard doesnt mean its not worth trying, it just means your expectations should be different. Keep making, producing and sharing and see where life takes you! Just dont get discouraged and be patient. I know some people make and sell custom armor, some have a patron and release tips and tutorials, others do modeling.

[@CadiDid]

the gloves are removable. just switch the hands.

[@Dollightful]

Oh ho ho

[@sugarrush7401]

Omg hullo dollightful

[@shyblushiedrawsandmuchmore2130]

hey can you make a spring or summer expired doll that will be really cool and as you always say stay artsy

[@joannawatts786]

Make a fanfic character I am wondering how you could do a withered character

[@Easlinlove]

Due to watching your videos, I really want to start doll customizing. I'll probably have to collect materials for a while though, instead of just splurging. It's something I've always liked, but your easy to follow tutorials really motivated me to wanna take it seriously. Hopefully, one day in the future, I'll have a doll to show! You're such an inspiration!

[@gracefulcustomtoysandskits1676]

All you need is some dolls and paint! (I started this and its so worth it! Seriously!~)

[@leashn86]

I am starting too! I just went to Michael's to get some cheap supplies for now. And if I'm good I will invest in some of the more expensive tools and supplies.

[@itsameprincesspeach]

I know! I recently started making my first custom doll. It is sooo fun! I decided to make her steampunk themed and I am sooooo happy with her so far!

[@nancyfehr2768]

Easlinlove try using second hand dolls!

[@saharawholoveseverythingpo6457]

Easlinlove I agree

[@Mozekyto]

I could never imagine the foam I use for making scrapbook hearts could turn into something this complicated whooaaaaa! This is too awesome!!🙌😊❤️️

[@Dollightful]

A simple material with lots of surprising uses! Haha ❤

[@lukaentriken7271]

that was so pretty! And even the before paint it looked cool, kinda like noob armor before you up grade

[@spicybeantofu]

kimber jones yeah when you first start and have a different set items on looking like a hot mess lol I never get full sets haha

[@Dollightful]

Like the really colorful Burning Crusade armor sets? Hahah! Thank you :) ❤

[@pharahgaming400]

Dollightful I hated those sets terribly

[@Arcainus98864]

"Fun Foam isn't nearly as fun when it's singeing off your fingerprints." *Quote of the year*

[@soniagamingxo1710]

Good job! Oh and the " fun foam " is craft foam.

[@TheHollycopter]

This was so helpful and it came out SO COOL!

[@Dollightful]

Thank you so much Hollycopter! :D

[@polandisfabulous9934]

Wow! I wouldn't have thought about making any armor for any dolls if it weren't for you!! Thanks!

[@Dollightful]

Yay! :D I'm happy to hear that. Have fun and don't burn yourself >.>

[@sabinateo8893]

Dollightful i just saw that you have a bandage on your finger >●>

[@marielcarey4288]

I legit want to see you makes doll weapons now.

[@beldallenares907]

SkyDancer great idea!!!!

[@alextashkandy2934]

I'm not a massive fan of dolls but ur vids r so cool

[@Dollightful]

Haha thanks for watching! ❤

[@camrynnew3534]

pleeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaasssssseeeeeee make a chara undertake and frisk doll (they look the same)

[@camrynnew3534]

*undertale

[@sugarrush7401]

lol ya

[@naomeemee]

same

[@laurent.572]

This is legit, the most amazing armor EVER. It has so much detail, that I'm sure no one else could achieve. You are so amazing!

[@tigry4873]

Wow ! This is astonishing ! It's great to see you use simple and cheap materials. I want to see more doll armors, it looks so cool :D

[@Dollightful]

Thank you very much!

[@lesliechoquette7918]

Your work is incredible! Appreciate how organized & logistically detailed your videos are done. Gifted artist.

[@sarcosmic6982]

4:00 LOL I love the dramatic drying poses, haha. The tiny spiked skulls are so cute! I thought they were from a mold at first. And the use of snaps to attach armor and the quiver is so, so simple, but so brilliantly effective! This is so cool! In all honesty, this is just a scaled-down version of cosplay armor, which I'm somewhat familiar with, so it's less intimidating for me to consider trying. I seriously adore how this turned out! She looks so cool!!

[@ManEatingTeddyBear]

Man, it's amazing how you went from a bunch of materials you can find at any craft store into something totally amazing! I'm completely in awe at the work you do ♥

[@KiarasStudio]

This is awesome! I love your videos. They are always so creative and well executed!

[@Dollightful]

Thank you very much Kiara!

[@bloomingorchid8082]

Kiara's Studio I so agree XD I just got rid of all my old dolls

[@sugarrush7401]

Dollightfull your soooooooooooooooooo awesome !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[@Lizity626]

My husband who isn't a crafter watched almost the whole video in awe of your skills. I love it! Your methods are pretty much the same as building foam armor (with thicker EVA foam) for a full sized human! I built Sonya's armor (the Barb from Diablo 3 and HotS) for myself last year for a Con. I also just finished building Zelda armor for an 18 inch doll plus her dress.

[@ayvalaugharn7470]

You are so talented and amazing! I might be sorta ok at art but I'm NOTHING compared to you!!! Your extreamly inspiring and make awesome creations!

[@mazzykat976]

This is so amazing, the detail you put into your dolls i'm amazed how you take a basic doll and turn it into a doll you see in a collection.

[@burnthewitch_]

She looks fantastic! You really deserve more subscribers with your talent and quality of videos. It's clear you make these dolls with care. I always get excited seeing a new video from your channel in my subscriptions.

[@Dollightful]

Aw shucks. I appreciate that, thank you. :) ❤

[@synmodeus]

I kid you not, you inspired me to start making OOAK dolls. I've had mine for a few months because I didn't know what to do. Then I got inspired, and then I see you did this tutorial and it directly correlates to what I am making. You just get me!

[@HeXtian]

Im drying! This is so freaking awesome!

[@changedmaname4634]

Do you also take 7 hours to dry or are you more of a hot glue kinda guy

[@Dollightful]

Haha thank you Christian!!

[@HeXtian]

i have tons of those and didnt know they were malleable . so crazy >

[@HeXtian]

i do hot glue a lot haha

[@francesrobinson1335]

I've come very late to this artform. It's amazing to see so many beautiful costumes and repaints. You, in particular, are so talented and generous. Thank you for sharing!

[@scout6388]

I have no words this is so amazing

[@Dollightful]

Haha thank you!

[@Lemon_petit]

I'm a cosplayer and use Fun foam (it's called EVA in 🇧🇷) for props, but I never thougth it could be used to a doll acessories! That's why I admire your work! You always amazed me!

[@ZayaMillis]

You should do a Princess Zelda doll!!!

[@rebeccarisk1772]

I don't do any work with dolls, but I love watching you create! One of my favorite youtube channels.

[@Jilly_R]

I love how u make dolls and accessories for them I think Their cute

[@saeorwss1670]

They're*

[@Dollightful]

Thank you very much Jilly :) ❤

[@ss-nu3qf]

This is unbeliveable. Some people may think, like, "this girl is just snooping around with dolls" but you are so talented and that allows you to do literally everything, and your skills are on point. You are amazing

[@CadiDid]

I love your videos. you inspire me to craft more.

[@spicybeantofu]

Cadence Grace me too I just don't have money to put into it.

[@Dollightful]

Thank you Cadence!

[@Kocoonkay]

Although I don’t do doll art stuff but this still actually helped me! You showed me that fun foam can be shaped into different shapes with candles which helped me with my other arts and crafts. So thanks!

[@_zizi_8104]

May I just say I'm such a MASSIVE fan?? :D❤️

[@Dollightful]

Hooray!

[@anahiramirez9086]

sometimes i want to cry when i see your videos because everything is so perfect i feel overwhelmed

[@MonroeNoelle]

********* Sooooooo CooooooooooooooL! I am SO going to put on my "big girl pants" one day and try and make something like these!!! You are SO talented... AWESOME!! ************ :--------->

[@Dollightful]

I know you'll make something awesome! Have fun :D ❤

[@Jilly_R]

Dollightful can u make an undertail and Tracer doll from overwatch please

[@WhatsGoodMyDude]

Jilly R omg I need to see her do tracer!!!! I love overwatch and that would make me so happy 😄

[@totorov8641]

Toy Chatter I

[@TeamParkhillIsVerySad]

GhostGrape ooooof no i really hope not. that’ll get dollightful’s channel taken down lmao

[@beetl_3]

i made my first doll today in a fit of inspiration, and although i didnt need any of your videos as i focus more on polymer clay, your videos are so relaxing that i listened in the background the whole time! thanks for your videos!

[@foxtalkfox2099]

Can you try doing a over watch character plz? (Idc which one)

[@Jilly_R]

HuskyLover5000 great idea can she do tracer

[@roselee9063]

Mei would be so cute and cool

[@Scaryariez]

HuskyLover5000 Widowmaker, Sombra, Reaper, Mercy, and Anna would turn out really cool

[@Emi-pd8cu]

Maybe dva? Dva sorta fits with her personality and is really simple ( in my opinion)

[@Scaryariez]

Emitheweirdo D.Va as well

[@melissamassey630]

you can use a heat gun or high heat hair dryer for the fun foam. For those not wanting to use an open flam. you did an amazing job! 💗

[@sunnyartsy1263]

omg this is siiiiick I love it so much!

[@Dollightful]

Thank you! :D ❤

[@wolfonfire8401]

Dollightful can you please do cat noir from miraculous ladybug thank you and PS I have been waiting for this not disappointed keep up the good work

[@_breadwoo3835]

Leann Wolf OH. MY. GOSH. YOU TOTALLY JUST BLEW MIND. THAT WAS WHAT I WAS GOING TO ASK HER!!

[@Fancylooks]

I am always amazed after watching your tutorials, congratulations!

[@m8whatowo348]

This is soooo amazing! I love your work!

[@Dollightful]

Thank you very much!

[@sugarrush7401]

Your doll armor is so awesome I wish I could instagram mine to you but im 9 and don't have instagram D:

[@GemiJD]

You are absolutely incredible... I'm in awe of your talent and love watching you work!

[@ToastAndJellyfish]

Miniature brads from the scrapbooking section are your friend when it comes to making armor joints, as well as anything where you need something that looks like a tiny rivet.

[@Dollightful]

Oh, good thinking! Thanks for the comment!

[@CottonCandySharks]

In one short video you changed my life; this helps so much!! It looks so professional, too, even with easier materials! Thank you so much for sharing with us!!!

[@Dollightful]

I am glad to hear that! Thank you for watching :D

[@jammindragon1812]

Watching all these videos make me want to go into the custom doll business, but then I remember. I’m terrified of dolls.

[@motechka9272]

I don't know how to explain my feelings about it! This is the most detailed and perfect doll custom I have ever seen! Great job!

[@Dollightful]

Haha thank you so much!

[@skittles7640]

Hey, Dollightful will there be a vid for how to make the doll part?

[@lemonadespider]

She's going to release the face-up later :)

[@luminariel3765]

She is absolutely stunning! The armor is a true work of art worthy of a gnomish mastersmith! Well done!

[@missmyusername111]

Sylvanas is my main in Heroes of the Storm ☺️

[@FrauJessJess]

I need her she's gorgeous! Seriously well done she's amazing!

[@Dollightful]

Thank you very much Jessica!

[@nepleif]

The armor its so cool dollightfull I wish that I was talented has you 😊

[@Dollightful]

Thank you! I bet you can make some awesome armor. :)❤

[@catmom11]

You are so talented! I’m a quilter but I give you so much credit for working on small pieces! 💓

[@teacup4561]

That's prettty badass

[@Dollightful]

Thank you!

[@mikotosuoh6013]

you make everything look super fun and easy, that in and of itself is proof of talent and well developed skill!

[@tennelle9024]

i think im going to make this on a bigger scale, like person sized

[@katlovedart]

Yas! I would love to see that 😊

[@i_live_in_your_walls6047]

Did it work out well? I’m thinking of making some armor for a Halloween costume :)

[@nastyn5833]

It's probably the most impressive doll's custom tutorial I've seen! Thank you for these techniques of how to create the armor ^-^

[@mojnadrawing6540]

When I grow up I want to be like you♥♥♥

[@sugarrush7401]

me too

[@MartaWomack]

WOW!! So cool! I would never have thought to use fun foam this way, but the final result was fantastic! The doll looks great. Thank you for the tips. I'm gonna go watch the repaint now to see how you made her ears!

[@wpeseke4051]

Awesome Video 😄😍💖😜✋

[@Dollightful]

Thank you :D ❤

[@starchyuwu]

I have been waiting for a video like this forever. I tried making armor once and stuff did NOT go to plan. Thank you SSOOOO much for posting this 💖

[@oliviaagostinho4983]

I DONT EVEN MAKE DOLLS WHY AM I WATCHING THIS

[@coffee-ouji]

Olivia Agostinho same

[@cqkey_]

Olivia Agostinho cause it looks cool?

[@applejoos1255]

Because you clicked on it

[@queenmoopythe3rd111]

because u lance, and because its cool

[@MoonMaidenAR]

Apple joos, Lol!! Love it!

[@jklroxmysox111]

I never expected you to like Warcraft but oh my god I love that universe. I'm so happy to see someone make such a good doll out of Sylvannas

[@poebanykhokot7307]

OMG Lady Sylvanas from WOW she is my favourite character from this game and as well World of Warcraft is my favourite game😁😍😍😍😸💻🎮

[@pamelaplymale2913]

Best tutorial yet. So many great tips and ideas! And Sylvanas is just perfect!

[@mehmehmeh6130]

Oh woooow finally

[@ImCassy]

Make your own feathers! Brilliant!!! I'm in the process of a Hippogriff MLP Custom and I was scratching my head on how to make the wings the way I wanted them. I tried to use real feathers and that was a disaster. Also as a FYI you can make your own Puffy paint using cheap dollarstore paint, glue and cornstarch. It works really well - I applied it to my MLP Custom using some of my silicone sculpting tools and it also could be sanded if there were any imperfections. Love it.

[@Dollightful]

Aw that sounds so cute already! Your MLP is going to be adorable~ ❤ No kidding? I'll have to keep that in mind. :D Although the stuff is pretty cheap already to be honest.

[@strangehumanbeing6565]

Can you do Mercy from Overwatch?

[@uberchargemako]

the level of detail you put into this is amazing, and it looks great too! it's cool to see a sylvanas doll even though i've really seen her in HoTS and not WoW, she has a pretty neat character design. i look forward to seeing the process of her face being painted!

[@DanielCatArt]

i was so waiting for like this video!!,thank you soo.. much!!

[@Dollightful]

Thanks for watching! :D

[@DanielCatArt]

[@lemonadespider]

Wow, that's gorgeous! I love that you used Sylvanas to demonstrate, her armor is awesome. Looking forward to her face-up!

[@gabriellatrevino3181]

Who else saw this on instagram

[@randytharp91]

so ive been watching videos on here like crazy trying to figure out how to make doll shoes... i didn't expect to find what i was always looking for in this video... but i did. i would have never knew you could mold this stuff... i have so many ideas now! thank you

[@sklucwashere761]

U LIKE WORLD OF WAR CRAFT?! i wuv world of war craft.

[@grosebud4721]

The foam is such an interesting and innovative idea!!!! That’s such a cool process

[@kencalvelo6007]

I feel like a potato

[@sugarrush7401]

lol

[@lovebacon4446]

Ken CalKEAlo I feel u bro

[@beckymurphy4714]

You make it look SO easy! I have plans to do the "battle raven" version of Morrigan (the Celtic war goddess) and this helps me plan out her armor. Now if I only knew how to sew...

[@examplelife1567]

I just love your videos, you're so unbelievably upbeat! Watching your vids is surely enough to make anyone attempt the abuse of a doll! Having said that, this video is totally awesome! thanks for sharing your skills. ❤

[@julietdelgado6488]

Ahh! Such an awesome doll! I love how you customize such common dolls into such unique ones. Love the variety of your videos- thanks for another great video! 👌

[@guineapiggames8044]

This just shows how much effort she puts into making her dolls

[@rebekahmckoy2483]

I usually don't leave comments on youtube, but I have to say that the work you're doing with these dolls in absolutely stunning!! I've wanted to do the same thing for so long, with Monster High and Pullip dolls, and your channel has really inspired me to actually go through with it! Thanks for helping to not let that dream of sewing doll outfits and customizing dolls die out in me :)

[@old2685]

OMG!!! This looks so realistic!!! I love how the metallic powders really make it.. well metallic!!! This is such a helpful tutorial and I can't wait to try it!!! Peace and love!!✌️️❤️

[@laurendisney]

I am so glad I found this! I have plans to make the characters I run in SWTOR, including a Mandalorian and a couple armored Force users. This is so useful to me as a beginning customizer with plans that are way too big ❤

[@valerimcclelland5391]

I love your videos so much! Very well made and your love definitely shows in your work. Sylvanas looks great! Not many people would be able to create such a replica!

[@Dollightful]

Thank you so much Valeri!

[@jordan9240]

looks awesome!! I'd personally use a heat gun or even a hair dryer on a hot setting to warm + bend the foam, but this is a really neat idea!

[@alyssaysih]

Thanks for the tutorial! I'm gonna be making a clockwork battle angel type of doll soon, and she has a tiny bit of armor incorporated into her outfit. I didn't realize how useful the fun foam I have would be! Definitely tagging you when this is done, thanks again!

[@shannpng9820]

I love this, thank you so much for making this video, this will help me so much. Not to mention the armor looks so realistic

[@mgoc5010]

love this, I've been doing this same thing for my teddy bears for years now. So its nice to see someone else doing it as well. Nicely done.

[@han.a7532]

I love how I wont do this but am taking creativity from it and also pleasing my inner child

[@istoleyourlungsbreathair]

That's so amazing I just love it how you can do this stuff with simple materials and turn it into something amazing and beautiful! Can't wait for more videos!

[@alexbartlett6123]

this is amazing!!! i would have never thought of using fun foam for the armor, im currently working on a repaint and outfit for me and my friend of our dnd characters and this is gonna help soooo much!!!! Love it!

[@KuruminDolls]

amazing! loved the mix of techniques, the final product looks just stunning!

[@paranoidfurry58]

I want to get into doll customising and I've been binging all different tutorials, this seems like something to study if I wanna make my D&D character into a doll.

[@edwardmorriale9358]

Impressive. I have been using steel, brass, aluminum, plastics, etcetera. It never occurred to me to use light materials. Did you ever try to solder a hinge onto a breastplate in that scale? What a pain in the neck. Thanks for the ideas. You have a great deal of talent.

[@TheSquaretoSpare]

Love this video so much! She looks so badass with that armor!

[@TinyBlueWolf]

Girl you kick butt, I love the dolls you make. I just hope when I start making dolls, I can make them as well as you. Keep up the great work!

[@23TheDragonLady23]

Wow!!! This tutorial is amazing, and perfect! You might laugh but i was looking all over KZbin for a miniature armor tutorial to go off of because I'm making a needle felted model of a tabaxi character my friend has in our dnd cessions! I was mostly concerned on how to shape and make detachable armor pieces, and I wanted to go for amore realistic approach.. so thanks so much!!

[@BlaiserBeam]

dude dude DUDE this is super rad and helpful! Never seen anything like this before for dolls and I'm super glad that it exists now, nice work!

[@BlaiserBeam]

Shoot before I forget, what method would be best for BJDs?

[@nparsona]

Excellent tutorial. I came here looking for armour making tips as I plan to build space marine armour (like Warhammer 40K) for a collection of creatable world dolls that I have. Great tips! Thank you very much.

[@anjowestphal-mekking8275]

Omg I LOVE HER!!! Sylvanas is my favorite and you nailed it! Love how you created all the details

[@Dollightful]

Thank you Anjo! :D

[@king_lotus_art]

This is so helpful! I really want to try this out, thank you so much for such a detailed walk through of your process.