Top 10 most useful tools for Cosplay!

[@fantamash]

Warning - Benny not available in all areas, please contact your local Benny supplier to see if Benny is available for you.

[@KamuiCosplay]

Only very limited quantities. High maintenance required.

[@ibidesign]

Don't forget that Benny is wired for European current. North Americans will require an adapter (sold separately).

[@nicolemills7823]

Do you have any web links for good dremel accessories (grinding stones)

[@CloverCanRead]

Will the dad model work?

[@k-boi420]

@@CloverCanRead It should, just needs a software update.

[@mesimolnar3608]

Coffee is my favorite cosplay tool 😂😂

[@toastgoblin9851]

chuchu senpai mine is Red Bull lol

[@zeriul09]

anyone else get worried when she started waving around the sharp objects?

[@duckrutt]

Objects? As in plural? Dunno, I closed my eyes after the first one.

[@Raina_Vi]

Dw, she is a professional.

[@og9520]

zeriul09 😂😂😂😂

[@benjamincarlson5044]

Dont try this at home

[@skidez5717]

And the dremmel.

[@rat395]

Your personality makes your videos so lovely to watch and the information you give is so useful!

[@lombax4772]

I totally agree, she is so silly. Really fun to watch

[@chenico0908]

Radio X what accent is her? Russian?

[@__lil_kush__]

German, I think

[@flyoffdaice]

Unfortunately, joanns doesnt sell cosplay husbands :P

[@nikoricosplay299]

The Joanns or Michael's here don't sell EVA foam either D: Struggling to find where to get some locally... I'll have to buy a lot of my stuff online :( I hate living in the middle of nowhere lol.

[@silverdragon1314]

Nikori Cosplay try Walmart, Eva foam is used to make a lot of foam standing mats for play mats for kids, so a lot of times you can just pick up the mats and use them to start off

[@Seymour_Richards]

They're also much more awkward to acquire when you're a straight guy :/

[@grandmalovesmebest]

@@nikoricosplay299 😄. try PA. nice trees & if you like hunting, otherwise, nothing here.😣

[@thais30stm]

I'm 26 and it's was always a dream to make cosplay, I'm finally starting with it and thank you for your channel ❤️

[@Nana-nn8bg]

How it is going?

[@MizukisSacredSake]

I'm curious, how are u doing 3 years later?

[@monsternoobandpro8824]

@@MizukisSacredSake 4 years later😭💀

[@MizukisSacredSake]

@monsternoobandpro8824 WOW, ITS BEEN A YEAR SINCE I POSTED THST COMMENT. WOW

[@monsternoobandpro8824]

@@MizukisSacredSake lol

[@isaacalvarado2568]

“I hate hot glue. it’s course, and stringy, and it gets everywhere.”

[@TheRealJetJaguar]

Okay Anakin

[@radio.meddows9664]

interesting Anakin

[@christianposada4640]

Sometimes I just watch these videos to hear her voice. It makes me happy. 😂

[@EmissaryofWind]

Get! a! clothing! iron! and use it liberally! Even a store-bought costume will look much better if it doesn't have creases from the bag it came in, and if you sew something, opening and pressing seams as you go means you won't get creases where two seams meet.

[@KamuiCosplay]

Good tip!!

[@BlazeDupree1525]

Yeah, when i took fashion design 1 in high school my teacher drilled us to always press our seams. "The Iron is a fashion designers best friend."

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

Corgies, you forgot Corgies. The most important addition to perfect cosplay. Anyways, I guess I have every single tool you mentioned. Still, I will continue to make cosplays for my BJDs. They are always available, always patient, and don't change their body shapes. And no dressform needed, as you can directly work on their resin bodies. Excellent video!

[@CloverCanRead]

I have no corgi, I have a rather chunky cat named Bob

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

@@CloverCanRead Cats work great, too. Sadly, I can't have nothing living furry - I am highly allergic even to hamsters. But in the meantime, I got somehow myself into cosplay. It is a ton of fun, never would have thought that.

[@liyana5707]

I have a loveing cat and he was so cute!

[@pixel_vengeur391]

Well, I only own a hot glue gun and some basic safety equipment, but I still managed to pull off an Overwatch Genji cosplay. It just took forever and a day to sand. Colors are basic so no need for an air brush, spray paint works just fine. So don't give up if you don't own any of this!

[@KamuiCosplay]

Yes! It's just tips! There are always alternative ways to do pretty much everything! You just need to get creative!

[@deKahedron]

Same! I needed a heat gun and a soldering iron for mine though, 'cause I used some lights, but because of how slim the suit is, I didn't even need thick foam, just the super thin cheap stuff from the stationer's.

[@pixel_vengeur391]

Emile David de Kadt Since I used thick foam for mine (5mm), I needed a way of heating up the foam. I used a halogen lamp. They transform only ~5% of the current they receive in light, the rest is just plain heat. And I gets really toasty. I managed to heatform and heatseal all the foam I had with it. It's really DIY, but the cheapest heatgun I could find locally was 50€+ so...

[@deKahedron]

Woah, a halogen lamp... I'd never thought of using one of those. I tip my hat to you sir.

[@10Raccoon]

@@pixel_vengeur391 This is actually an fantastic idea! I am starting a new costume soon that involves a foam helmet and have been looking into getting a heat gun anyway. However right now I am a bit broke, but I do have a lot of heat lamps laying around!

[@meltansays]

I have all these tools except my own cosplay helper! How do I get my own Benni?

[@luthy_1]

meltansays it has been said you can find one at conventions

[@Dell2YT]

You listed pretty much every tool i've got lol. Except! recently i found something great: a Hot Wire Foam Cutter. (by woodland scenics). it is SO easy to make smooth cuts into XPS (insulation) foam boards. the company even puts out youtube tutorials to get started. Its' original purpose is for model building out of different styrofoams so it's perfect for cosplay! I highly recommend this tool to everyone, but be careful, the wire heats up fast and can really hurt if your skin comes in contact with it. All my crafty friends that have tried using it are baffled by how quick and clean the cuts can be made. however, i have NOT tried it on EVA or upholstery foam yet so i can't say how effective the tool works on them~

[@LetTheFoxMid]

Useful tools for cosplay? Your books!! :D

[@whitewing2]

My most favorite tools you've shown are the Corgis I mean the heatgun and dremel

[@johnsaravia4021]

At least I know which dremel to buy.

[@robinenbernhard]

John Saravia al are good from dremel. I got cheap one now for 10 yrs and it stil work :D

[@johnsaravia4021]

terran warbears I'm not a risk taker when it comes to buying products online.

[@Sauruss]

recommand to not get one with a battery, they always run out quickly

[@Selestium_]

As someone who sews a lot, and sewed a lot before cosplay, hot glue should only be used as a last resort for sewing. Even when attaching things to fabric, don't just use hot glue. Hand sewing when you can, fabric glue when you can't.

[@myu_wynn]

My favorite crafting tools (after the ones you talk about) are your books :>

[@KamuiCosplay]

Awww youuu!

[@ReversusLaxus]

Personally I'd take the helper. Sadly there was no pricing mentioned... 😜

[@Babythenightmustfall]

Amazing to see new content from you! Thanks for being so motivational and helpful as always!

[@russdykes6446]

I actually know another good tool for cutting foam, a surgical scalpel. It seems odd at first, but they are much sharper and cheaper. They are amazing if you are trying to cut precise lines and there is little room for error. Kind of like exacto knives, but way better in terms of price and sharpness.

[@nilus2k]

As someone just starting to dabble in cosplay(mostly for Halloween costumes for my kids) your videos are great. I am happy to find out that my years as a miniature painter and Gunpla builder means that I own pretty much all the tools I need already.

[@kepral4912]

Speaking of hot glue burns: I was alway the kid who when pfft at the burns I got cus they were pretty minor and it’s easier to just be reckless. Until I accidentally burned the bend of my finger by accidentally dipping it in a dollop of it. It was 5 days ago, still hasn’t healed and still hurts. Be careful guys. Keep aware of where the glue is

[@EyeballsStudio]

Dremel, band saw, disc sander, heatgun, and hopefully, in a few months, a laser cutter!

[@kylemyers5049]

i would have to say my xacto knife would be 2 of them cause i use it for a knife and scissors lol. and an airbrush is essential for painting!

[@beckymurphy4714]

Well, according to him, Trouble is my most useful costuming tool. No sooner do I spread something out to work on it, than he's up on the table and laying *smack* in the middle of whatever it is. Then he stretches to his full length, spreads out a paw and sinks his claws in. (He's the one in the box; Arwen's sitting behind him.) I think I got more cat hair than feathers on my mage cloak!

[@meowmeowclubart1879]

YOW GOT A QUESTION HERE ABOUT SOLDERING IRON, IS 40 WATTS ENOUGH FOR ELECTRONICS AND FOAM CARVING? JUST ASKIN AMA BEGGINER, THANKS :)

[@AWARHERO]

Any newcomer to this channel would think that you are off your meds... but in fact, it's just your funny personality! lol Always makes me smile!

[@butterflymilk4953]

I started cosplaying in september 2019 and this is really helpfull. Thank u U german?

[@Zip-xj9qo]

They are

[@smh4960]

Airbrush Spent $80 in ebay Amazon: 120 Me: ok then xD

[@fabianore80]

I love your personality , you seem to ve very very nice, sweet and fun person, I realy enjoy your videos by two reasons: 1-. Amazing skills and creations 2.- Your personality. Keep being that way.

[@evalee8854]

I'd like to try working with EVA Foam (not just because of the name ;) ). Does by any chance a hairdryer replace a heatgun for sealing the foam?

[@michelrivolta]

I don't do cosplay but if I would my most useful tools would be your videos and books ;)

[@enricoalbertoni6820]

I don't even do cosplay, but these videos are too funny.

[@sallymartinez592]

“....just grab the sanding stone aaand do stuff like this...” she’s so adorable!

[@PinkStar14]

Where do u get a dremel for 20 dollars lol.

[@geniekaram22]

Pink Star harbor freight. Thats where I got mine.

[@PinkStar14]

Genie Karam wow really they are like 200 in new zealand

[@UndertakerSama69]

In France you can find a very cool dremel for 15€ / 20€ (17$/23$) only 😊

[@geniekaram22]

Pink Star I found one on Ebay for 23 with the extended cord she has.

[@geniekaram22]

Pink Star I'm actually in shock that it would be 200 that would be like 135 US dollars right? 😬

[@NetsuError]

Your personality though 🤣❤️❤️❤️👏🏻👏🏻love it

[@SorahGames]

I have every single tool needed. Now what I need is time, which I barely have 😅

[@shinigamiryuk1289]

SorahGames jup same here

[@SpaceRain]

Kamui video on a boring Tuesday afternoon?? NICE.

[@letsongakemi]

I just started cosplaying but luckily I had most of the basic tools like hot glue, a bunch of scissors and lots of brushes and paint. I use a hair dryer instead of the heating pistol and it does the job for now. I really need a sewing machine and the dremel, but things are so pricey here in Brazil (the same dremel is almost 8x more expensive than what you paid D: )

[@nemebis_9906]

I know its been a long Time since your comment but I just bought a rotary tool and it cost me only 20€ (25$) because it was not from Dremel. You can find rotary tool for so much cheaper than the brand ! Good Luck !

[@tahiryaqubov3548]

6:49 these sounds as notification for wearing gears

[@Faiq_h]

Your sounds effects are the highlights of your videos. :)

[@shadowsaiph]

I've heard that a hot cut knife can replace box cutters for eva foam, and they don't dull because they use heat so it makes cutting eva foam a lot easier.

[@ChokoMurasaki]

Got a sewing machine for $60 USD and I love her.

[@ElimRawne]

My favorite cosplay tools? Easy: You guys! So much inspiration !! o7

[@KamuiCosplay]

Awwww

[@deinobelle4146]

I wish my husband could be my helper too... but he would somehow find a way to destroy everything lol

[@KamuiCosplay]

Better not let him too close then! xD

[@morgananne9599]

A little late to the game here, but some additional tools I love are, Clothing steamer Belt sander Plastic fabric clips (I don't favor pins as they poke poke poke) Got2B glued hairspray, amazing for shaping wigs and other fibrous sculptures Luckily I have my own assistant as well, my MOM! She taught me how to do simple sewing when I was a smol child and now I work with an entertainment agency making costumes and props as well as performing. We've become so much better at making costumes together! I frequent your videos and am always learning, what a gift we all have that you are such an amazing and inspiring teacher. Thank you!

[@fighterjace8521]

See I want to get into cosplay but I don't have a friend to cosplay with....

[@KamuiCosplay]

You'll meet them at a convention. :) Just go there!

[@dekirou320]

Sometimes when i make costume i use my borther as my own dress form or my mannequin😂🤣

[@PedroGameiro]

Can you link the protection stuff that you recomend? Thanks

[@curtmartini66]

Safety equipment..... Cosplay helper...... OMG!!! I'm dying!!!! So Funny and thanks for the tips.

[@asylumhandicrafts]

If I had money I'd buy your books lol

[@riu.1180]

Never forget the 2D stencil tools, pencils, markers, ruler, protractor, paper, and shape stencils!

[@JustSheik]

I have all of these except foooorrrrr....airbrush and nice mask/goggle set.

[@andycervantes1586]

Love your vids, and your accent is super cute 🙂

[@mrdimpzz]

Build wonder women armor.

[@dekirou320]

The hot glue.😍😂. The first and one and only tool in making costumes and projects😂

[@kkdakat]

Yeahh I had to get stitches because of my box cutter. Sharper than expected lol.

[@GrillChillDavis]

Easy! Your videos and books!

[@joshuawaddell6640]

Will you marry me? :D

[@archive_625]

I’m new to cosplay (like I’ve just started my first cosplay the other day lol) and I’ve got a question for anyone that has advice/an answer for me. For foam armor, I know a heat gun is super useful, but I don’t want to buy one just yet since I don’t know how often I’ll be working with foam. Is there another option for heating up the foam, like a hairdryer on a higher heat maybe? Or something else?

[@nemebis_9906]

A hairdryer if its hot enough could get the job done but it take so much more time You can find heat gun for less than 30$ (at least here in France so maybe also on Amazon or in your local hardware store)

[@zacharywood9416]

Try holding it a safe distance from your stove top.. honestly a heat gun is way more worth it for how much safer and convenient it is though

[@Faiq_h]

The cameo by Benni was the best part.

[@RandomDude_tw_6]

The Dremel, the heat gun and some good sharp blades are the best tools to work with EVA Foam. PS: I loved the "sound effects"! LOL!

[@martymcfly4038]

you channel has do much information, but conveyed in such an entertaining way... Makes it super easy to watch time and time again

[@artusalbi]

thank you so much, it was very educational and very informative, not until the safety tools.

[@virginiebuzz]

Haha I laught so much with the last but not least tool ! 😆 (Because I do the same with my boyfriend lol)

[@duminyrossouw3161]

thank you ! it was so helpful!!!!

[@Luke_Carvalho]

Your works is fantastic and you are very beautiful. congratulations!!!! The best cosplay channel!!

[@phyllismiller8097]

I love watching your videos, its fun and educational!! I learn so much from you, and you always make me giggle, you and bennie (and doggies) are amazing!!

[@nikoricosplay299]

I'm going to attend the FFXIV Fanfest this November in Las Vegas, and your videos have inspired me to start cosplaying! Especially this video... it's helped me a lot in figuring out everything I need in order to get an easy start. :D Thank you so much!! Don't stop making videos, I love watching them!

[@AnnaizabelS2]

kamui can you explain how handle a hot air gun and soldering iron for making effects like carving wood?

[@KurtisJoseph]

You officially make me nervous with sharp thingies!

[@shapeoffour2319]

The last part was amazing xD

[@AnnaHall92]

a wild Benny appears

[@LaynieLoops]

I Bought ur books ❤️ :D I'm so so glad you uploaded this today I'm starting a list for what I need for cosplay

[@abya2630]

loving the videos - so much useful information and tips in a simple format. i have learnt soooooo much from your videos then watching a bunch of other YT videos put together.

[@rees_bees]

Super glue is my cosplay-making best friend haha

[@ValaxyOats]

Love the list! Just as a word of caution for anyone, any soldering iron tip used on foam can no longer tin for electronics. I keep two sets of tips for this reason. Unless there is some secret way to remove the eva foam chemical residue, it won't work.

[@KamuiCosplay]

I use mine for both and it works fine. You just need to clean the tip afterwards. However I‘ve switched to a wood burning tool since the cleaning was too annoying. :)

[@ValaxyOats]

KamuiCosplay Oh thank you! I'll give the wood burning tool a try on my next project!

[@RexPersonthing]

The cheapest place to get a dremel in Canada is at Lee Valley Tools~

[@thedebateroom]

Get a Bernina machine. Trust me, I used to work for a Bernina shop as a tech. Of all the machines I've worked on, Brother was the second best, but Bernina was such a far cry better than Brother that if you have the money to spend, it's well worth the upgrade if only to spare you headaches from maintenance lol.

[@visibleconfusion9894]

6:57 very inspiring!

[@KamuiCosplay]

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[@saijito]

You forgot one of the most vital things... a iron. I haven't made cosplays without one.

[@karninana]

I got everything except the cosplay helper, damn...how much he costs and where you can get a cheap one? 😂😂😂

[@Dynexsil]

Cash Converter in the UK is great for second hand power tools. My heat gun cost me £19 :)

[@szymonolszewski9840]

Sharpening. Box. Cutter... What? You know, of course, that blades are exchengable and cost like.. nothing?

[@MakerMaddox]

Does the cosplay helper come with a charger or is it one of those that have to be fed to work? ;P

[@jmgfx4161]

Oh you are just adorable! Good video 👍😁

[@SilviaLopez-zu2ef]

Loooved it,...specially the one part where you add light to your costumes...with the Iron. Do you have any recomendations on videos in where you show how to use the iron???....to add lighting effects???.... ...beautiful work....by the way...did the air compresor came with the air brush and all was included in the $80.? Thank you soo much, as soon as i can will order your books. ❤👍⚘⚘⚘⚘👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@FaithFalconer]

What’s a good respirator to use when priming or dremeling your Eva foam?

[@2xXduanaXx2]

I want that cosplayhelper xD

[@KamuiCosplay]

Super useful!

[@PunditKING]

Duct tape

[@SoundAuthor]

So I'm kind of addicted to your chipper German accent now.

[@FrikiAdventures]

Wish for new year: Find someone cute/cheerful as Svetlana

[@jlucsol1947]

I laugh and learn form you- thank you I need it. ^_^

[@joellekarma]

Glad I have all this stuff. But I want to make a dress form in 1/ and 14 scale

[@dragonflower17]

I know they're expensive but please trust me that the investment is WORTH it to get a basic pair of Fiskar's sewing scissors and the sharpener that comes separately. And when you get your sewing scissors DO NOT use it for anything but fabric or you'll ruin/dull them SUPER quick.

[@donaldlokken1955]

I am making a Steampunk Deathstroke. Great instructional video for beginner cosplayers. I found my heat gun at my local hardware store: L and M fleet supply. To any new cosplayers, I recommend to start at your local hardware, retail store first. For my Deathstroke's swords, I used yard sticks I bought at Ace hardware in Moose Lake when I was visiting there. For my hot glue gun, I buy sticks from Walmart and its where I get most of my stuff of nylon fibers, elastic bands, and buckles. I still say that this video is great. Keep up the great work.

[@KamuiCosplay]

Yes! The best cosplayers always find way to use what's around them. :)

[@thepowerplayer7720]

Thank you so much.

[@LindaCornell3069]

A staple gun and strong glue. Some props or costume pieces need a bit of force before they'll work for you 💖 (Weeping Angel wings: omg the time making them! 😢) Hot glue has saved me on several occasions, too. Needle & thread won't work? Hot glue to the rescue!

[@FlareSaber]

Love the video/s. Thank you so much for the tips. I’m trying to learn. Not really any good but I’m trying.