How to Make Superhero Chest Armor - Free Foam Templates - Red Hood Batman Cosplay - Part 1

How to Make Superhero chest armor out of Foam! I really wanted to have a generic chest armor template available so that people could customize it to make a variety of different characters like Batman, Gambit, Wolverine, and of course Red Hood. This chest armor is setup into modular pieces that can easily be customized to fit each individual maker. I do have free PDF templates of the chest armor available on my website if you'd like to make your own. In part 2 I will continue this build using panels for the back.
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#redhood #cosplay #batmancosplay

[@SKSProps]

Check out more of my complete builds, walkthroughs, and HD-Foam at www.SKSProps.com

[@Justrex01]

I love the way this could be used for so many different cosplay builds. My mind is racing everywhere... Thanks, Steve!

[@SKSProps]

Happy to help!

[@reprinted3D]

It's always so fascinating watching you work, Steve! Thanks for doing what you do.

[@SKSProps]

I appreciate that! Thank You!

[@echodelta2426]

Love the adaptability of the pattern whether it is used for different characters or to fit different body types

[@SKSProps]

Thanks glad you like it!

[@jeffjohnson6763]

Duuuuude. This is so awesome, and so many applications. I’m pumped to see part 2 . Now I need a tutorial on where I’m going to put all the different chest pieces I make, lol

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much!

[@patrickkavanagh7371]

Love this build, finally someone did a Batman style chest you can follow that looks awesome. Thanks! I'm gonna make a Dark Knight version off this I think.

[@SKSProps]

Awesome! Glad I could help, part 2 will be out soon 🙌

[@bu55c]

This one is FANTASTIC! a great addition to my "superhero selections"

[@SKSProps]

Thank you! 🙌

[@kyleCFH]

This is gonna be so useful for helping me make my hyperguardian armour. Thanks Steve, you absolute legend.

[@SKSProps]

No problem 👍

[@jaimeshigginson631]

Wow this is great. It's exactly what I need to complete my Red Hood cosplay, but it's also so versatile. I could use it for so many different cosplays

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! yep that's the point, I've already had a lot of people use my build for all kinds of different costumes 🙌

[@davidmitchell4103]

I love how much you consider all the variables and options, like size and modularity 👍 Another great video man 👊

[@SKSProps]

Glad you like it!

[@johnthehuman4146]

Timing is perfect, this is great! I'm currently working on a Red Hood cosplay and this will definitely come in handy! Thanks alot mate, cheers!

[@SKSProps]

You're welcome!

[@shawnkarg3794]

Another great video! So much potential for this pattern. Thanks, Steve!

[@SKSProps]

You're very welcome!

[@williamacevedo2856]

Your cuts are so neat. Great stuff, as always

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much! 🙌

[@Ervinzky.Geraldi]

Finally i can upgrade my red hood's chest armor. Thank you, Steve!

[@SKSProps]

You're welcome!

[@1x1.studio]

This is just perfect for cosplaying tho, Im already in love by how u even show us how u guys made it too

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!

[@loganhundley715]

We need a foam neck armor/ring to go with the redhood helmet or bat cowl. This chest piece is great

[@blizatrex]

A great addition to your patterns.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you sir! 🙌🙌

[@user-kv8xu5gl6u]

truly amazing, love your work!

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!

[@rockinHurley777]

Looks great! You could even separate the torso in overlapping sections for more mobility 💪

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!

[@Idekwhouis]

Hi! Incredible work, I cannot wait to create this for myself! Also, I was wondering if you can make a batman-like shoulder armor tutorial that connects to the chest plate?

[@SNOW_THE_WOLF]

You are literally my savior thank you so much!

[@SKSProps]

You’re welcome! 🙌

[@ethanbagley504]

Think I might use for a punisher cosplay. Might just change some thickness. Take pics when I do my paper layout

[@loganspropshop]

Hey man keep it up, loving the generic theme and hope you do more.

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!

[@loganspropshop]

Can I make a suggestion for the next piece?

[@SKSProps]

@@loganspropshop you can always suggest but I can't promise that I will ever build it

[@loganspropshop]

@@SKSProps I was thinking maybe doing generic gauntlets in two parts, 1st covering the build,and the 2nd covering different weapons/gadgets you can attach using magnets.

[@terriwhyte8064]

amazing work that can be used for a lot of different cosplays. i wish i could try some HD foam but i live in canada

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! In Canada check out Red Moon I hear they have some decent foam 👍

[@SteelKingThor]

Thank you for the template! I'm about to try it out for my original character, the Archangel Morpheus.

[@SKSProps]

Have fun!

[@DancingMachine09]

Omg, I could use this for my Classic (1993) DOOMGuy! I love this. Just need to figure out the shoulders.

[@SKSProps]

Awesome be sure to tag me so I can see your progress!

[@omprakashpandurangan]

amazing yet so simple 😀

[@SKSProps]

The best kind of builds 🙌

[@TheFishingExperience916]

Ill say you make it very ez to follow your tutorial i thank you good sr 👍👍👍👍👍 i always find inspiration in your videos

[@SKSProps]

I appreciate that! Thank you very much!

[@lalo8888888888]

This is amazing! Thank you

[@SKSProps]

You’re welcome! 🙌

[@philabot]

Can’t wait to put this armor together

[@SKSProps]

Fantastic! 🙌

[@blearyhidra]

amazing work 💖💖💖

[@SKSProps]

Thanks 😄

[@aspirenext]

Suuuure wish you had the Red Hood helmet template to go with it lol it's my current build. and using this template for the chest and back. it's AMAZING!!!!

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! I haven't made one but my buddy olympian props on etsy does have a pretty good helmet

[@aspirenext]

@@SKSProps I bought that one last night lol wish he had a video tutorial however... I'll post pics on insta and tag you both when I get the outfit done!!!

[@BlerdEntertainment]

Dude! This is awesome!!!!!

[@SKSProps]

Glad you like it!

[@JGDeRuvo]

I would love to see you tackle the Mars EVA suit armor from The Martian. I have a hunch this template would work with modifications, but I would want to see you tackle it. Great design!

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!

[@stayatfoamdadcreations8591]

I thought Gambit from the moment I first saw this as a WIP. Now if I ever come across a brown trenchcoat that fits me, I might have to build him!

[@SKSProps]

Do it! 🙌

[@Cartonus_prime]

Maybe a part 3 with shoulder and how you attach them to the armor ? :D

[@SKSProps]

Maybe, just depends on how far I want ot take it

[@jennglow4647]

Very cool 😃

[@potential22]

Beautiful

[@SKSProps]

Thank you!

[@romeovidalrodriguez7754]

hola el video está muy bueno Excelente 🤜🤛👍

[@SKSProps]

Thank you!!

[@timshue4440]

I know I’m way behind on this video but I’m using this chest armor as a base for my OC Mandalorian armor. With a bit of fabrication of course. It will actually be my first EVA foam build. Going to be buying some of your HD foam as well, bc I didn’t know you sold it 😂 Just wanted to share. 👍 Thanks Steve

[@SKSProps]

You're welcome! have fun!

[@luciendavid3393]

Favorite KZbin channel

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much!

[@gabiakagabybkr]

Hello Sir! I wanted to tell you that I admire your work and the effort you put into these "constructions". Recently I also got an attraction for this work. If possible, a template for a bear mask(realistic one)?

[@Blazin_Pumpkin_Creations]

Love this! Can I adjust all of this to someone 6'8" ft tall and 300 lbs? Im not on the small side but would love to use it for my Batman Cosplay

[@SKSProps]

All of the pieces are modular to fit multiple body types so you’d just need to figure out how much to scale it up for you. It’s designed for 6’ currently

[@lamoraderangel3704]

Muy Bonito esta la pechera de Red Hood el personaje favorito. Puedes hacer el casco? ó es muy dificil para Ti? ...

[@SKSProps]

I won't be making the helmet this is just about making generic chest armor to customize

[@lordades]

amazing

[@SKSProps]

Thank you!

[@devinh296]

Wondering if anyone can point to a good trade show or con to go to for templates, fabrics, sewing supplies or other cosplay making supplies and ideas.

[@tombstone1970]

this is awesome...thank you for making this and templates

[@SKSProps]

You're welcome 😊

[@samurai352]

I'm don't do anything with any foam! Just like watching you make cool things out of it!

[@SKSProps]

That's fine, I'm glad you like the videos!

[@scarcosplay]

That is awesome! are you adding a paint tutorial to part 2?

[@SKSProps]

part 2 or 3 depending on how quick the build goes

[@lanzin]

This would make a great vegeta cosplay

[@SKSProps]

There’s a video already on my channel specifically for dbz sayian armor

[@lanzin]

@@SKSProps yeah, but this design is more aggressive. I like it

[@jasontodd573]

Nice 👌

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!!

[@Chaotic_Enigma]

That's some good work! Since I'm considering trying this (very 1st time w/ foam). What degree are you cutting part B 10, 15, 30? Just kinda eyeball it in that range? I was also curious in details of your cement and superglue mix or you just layering them? Thanks

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! Just eyeballing the angles approx 30 degrees for the double adheasive method contact cement in the center superglue along the outside, keeps the build clean

[@Chaotic_Enigma]

@SKSProps cool 30 is what I was thinking. I just watched your basic tools and techniques video, so a little premature for me on the double method. You do great work my friend. I do have a small build so maybe I won't have to do much resizing when I attempt this. Rock on man! Thanks

[@Bombgamiing]

It was very helpful I m so happy I found your channel I want to make iron man but I don’t have money to buy 3 d printer your idea will help me make in less budget . Thank you idk your name 😊 but thank you . And where can I find the exact measurements of it so that I can draw on paper and the. Cut on foam

[@SKSProps]

Links to the templates are in each video description section

[@Bombgamiing]

@@SKSProps thank you 🙏 ram ram

[@rexx1744]

Major OG king of random vibes

[@Nulton5104]

This video has been remarkably helpful, thank you so much. I do have 1 question though, what size paper should I use for the templates, because if I use A4 paper, I worry that it might be too small

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! Paper size doesn't matter watch my how to print templates video

[@samvura3593]

Very nice work! How do you advise going about this if you wanted the piece much smaller overall. I’ve been wanting to make something for my 4 year old.

[@SKSProps]

Watch my how to print video and in the pdf print options you can scale down the template. As far as how small for a 4 year old you’ll just have to drop the percentage and print it out to see by how much I’d say at least 40% but if you do please post let the chat know

[@samvura3593]

Thank you for quick response! I’ll check out the video and relay back to you if I end up getting it made. Thanks again!

[@6erronjx]

Yo man could you make a Guts Berserk helmet i would love to make it myself but i dont know how to do it 🙏🏻

[@HOTAStudios]

This is amazing info, and I appreciate your time and effort. However I have some questions for it. How would I use this for Samus' chest armor. I would love to Cosplay as her, though I'm a guy.

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! Watch my how I create templates video and the gears of war series to see how I build up armor

[@Jebbles1]

Question: I'm wanting to cosplay the white Spiderman 2099 suit and wanted to know if you'd recommend your foam be used as the red armor details? Definitely don't want just a simple flat looking flexsuit😅

[@SKSProps]

Just check it out, and yes foam would be a great use for the armor on a build like that

[@sxke8815]

Gonna use this for my red hood costume but how would you ab crunch 🧐

[@SKSProps]

Just separate all of the sections and glue elastic behind

[@Bombgamiing]

How to get the exact shape of any superhero to make a cut ? From where we can get the file ? I found you today

[@JujuInFlames]

Proof that everything listens lmao I told my girlfriend I wanted to cosplay as red hood and this was what came up first when I looked up how to make chest armor

[@SKSProps]

🙌🙌

[@timothybright7064]

I don't know how I stumbled across this Video but I'm Glad I did. Are there patterns you know of to make a costume from? Man I like your Chest Plate Armour!

[@SKSProps]

All of my pattern are on my site links in the video description

[@nathanjustice4253]

Damnit I did a tactical batsuit last year. Now I want to do another one. The pain of cosplaying. Jk. However I can see Wolverine with this or Dare Devil.

[@SKSProps]

With cosplay there's always a new project on the table! 🙌

[@elio87red]

hi SKS Props I wanted to ask you a question. I see that both in the video and in the pdf, you express yourself in millimeters (mm). I wanted to know, the conversion in centimeters (cm) of how much it was, because I can not understand. A thousand thanks.

[@SKSProps]

the mm just refers to the thichkness of the foam and almost all companies reagardless of location around the world will have it in mm not cm. so 10mm is approx 1/2" 6mm approx 1/4" etc

[@gonzaler99]

That's pretty cool, but I need to make a modification where the 6 pack is more of a party ball shape 🤣

[@SKSProps]

Ha! I hear you buddy 🙌

[@MasterRisto]

I am really bad at cutting angles (for beveled edges) into foam. Any tips or tools for how to consistently get the same angle on each foam piece?

[@SKSProps]

Make sure to sharpen your blade as much as possible for a frictionless cut. Other than than it’s all about practice or if you plan on doing a lot of them invest in a bandsaw where you can change the angle of the table

[@studioeight4571]

How much of each of the 10mm, 6mm and 4mm foam would you say to order for this and the back piece that goes with it in the other vid?

[@SKSProps]

Sheet of each size will be plenty

[@roelfo]

This is awesome! I'm no cosplayer but this seems like so much fun. What size do the foam sheets need to be to pull this off? And how does one paint such a piece? Will spray cans suffice?

[@SKSProps]

I always tell people to get a sheet of each size 2,4,6,10mm plenty for this project and your next. Part 2 is all about painting go check it out.

[@roelfo]

@@SKSPropsI didn't noticed part 2 untill after this comment. Just watched it, turns out awesom! I have to try this. Theres still time till halloween, lol. I'm not from the US, is your HD foam also available in EU? Or can I use standard EVA foam instead? Thanks for your reply!

[@SKSProps]

@@roelfo my products are US based look to polyprops overseas not quite as good as mine but better than floor mats

[@wandaholency3571]

I wonder if you could use this for ironman?🤩

[@jiiroh5832]

Can you please do a Goblin Slayer Helmet build? I really like how you do your videos very informative

[@SKSProps]

Check out heroes workshop he did one last year

[@nickdavis5420]

I’m between this and the fallout design one of my friends challenged me too make it real once I get carbon fiber and Kevlar .

[@shamankid91692]

So for the foam buy list we need 4, 6 and 10 mm right? Sorry for asking such a silly question I got distracted by the build

[@SKSProps]

Pretty much I just used a little bit of 2 to secure the nylon straps to part o

[@shamankid91692]

So to make it easy on myself I'll just buy the all in one pack that has 2-10 mm Can't wait to see part 2

[@agente.patogeno]

Por favor enseña a hacer la máscara

[@user-fy2fz8lq7c]

is there any alternatives to using a heat gun?

[@SKSProps]

Nope a hair dryer doesn’t get hot enough. You can buy heat guns cheap though online or hardware stores

[@jeremiascampos9228]

I would love if you could make fallout new vegas ranger armor helmet

[@capkapchannel9785]

How can i make it less bulky?

[@enchantricks]

Would you do a female version?

[@vrmlnightingales5644]

can you please make a red hood helmet! i downloaded the chest piece for a first project but i just need a good red hood helmet template now

[@SKSProps]

Multiple people already have check out my friends much props and Olympian props

[@Samelham]

What margins did you use for the template for redhoods armor

[@SKSProps]

margins and paper size don't matter it's already scaled, just watch the how to print templates video

[@davidbenavides4493]

Hey brother, your content is amazing, I'm working on this armour, but if you could make the helmet, that would be great

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! I will not be making the helmet because several of my friends already have. Look up Olympian props and Much Props

[@davidbenavides4493]

@@SKSProps that's ok man, thanks a lot

[@phantomfartz7688]

Is it possible to use candidates instead of foam?

[@SKSProps]

Did you mean cardboard? You can use whatever you want but foam take compound curves and holds up better in the long run.

[@Spx_Shini]

Maybe do guts armor from berserk? 🙏🙏🙏

[@KurtisJoseph]

Okay... question. PLA prints are not always practical. In theory high density or ultra high density foam would be a better more durable option in reality. Yes or no? I mean... a Batman suit in PLA can take 5 months to print without 3-4 machines. I have seen guys finish incredible things with foam in a months time with no stress. Suit of armor in a week. Perfectly scaled and no fuss.

[@SKSProps]

By far a foam suit would move and be more comfortable to wear. I built that in a couple of days

[@rubenilsonfariaspereira6470]

Faz a armadura do thor.. por favor..

[@SKSProps]

just modify this template and make your own custom thor armor

[@fmkaraoke7788]

Can you make costume of Batman The Dark Knight Rises please 🙏

[@RODIMUS6]

yo quiero la de batman

[@dgf5846]

whats the name for the material in spanish it translates to espuma but its not the same thing. pls help!!

[@SKSProps]

It’s eva foam

[@dgf5846]

@@SKSProps Thanks!! Im gonna go to my local Home depot tomorrow thanks for inspiring so much i always have wanted to make cosplay. Is there any chance you make a tutoriol on how to make the dragonslayer brom berserk?

[@spidermandaks]

Can i buy it for my batman costume

[@SKSProps]

I odn't sell to the public anymore That is why I make the videos so you make it yourself

[@Beckybeaster]

How would you go about on a female body or same process

[@SKSProps]

You'd just have to replace the pecs with boob cups, my firends Kamui and Tiffany Gordon have made patterns available for females

[@dmitriciccarelli4082]

Get yourself some fiberglass sheets and epoxy resin and your safe up to a 44.

[@alexmedeiros1586]

que material é esse??

[@SKSProps]

My line of Eva foam called HD-Foam

[@alexmedeiros1586]

@@SKSProps obrigado

[@juscelinopereira7089]

FAZ PRA VENDER??

[@SKSProps]

I no longer take public commissions I don't have the free time, these videos are made so that you and others can make their own.

[@gumzzgun9556]

Do you have tips on how to make the pattern?🤔😄😅

[@SKSProps]

Watch my how to make patterns and templates video

[@gumzzgun9556]

@@SKSProps thanks😄definetly helped a lot🥰you‘re really a great artist and inspiration

[@ragibrownak102]

Hi long time!

[@SKSProps]

🙌

[@wowyummyyy]

L I K E 👍👍👍👍👍💯❣💯❣💯 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@renatobrito3455]

The Batman ROBERT P. !

[@aqilla927]

Can you make new Gol D Roger hat from one piece

[@lilDeewee]

Can you make me a Batman suit

[@mikonunez1533]

this one looks a bit easy compare to the "Chainsaw man" that i actually build based on your video. thanks

[@SKSProps]

Definately easier than shainsaw man 😅

[@mikonunez1533]

@@SKSProps hey man, thanks for the rep. have a nice day