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As a Thank You to all my supporters, here is the Foam Board Weapon 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 make your props with ease. I really enjoy working with my hands and making props 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.
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 make your props with ease. I really enjoy working with my hands and making props 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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About how durable are the foam board swords? I am planning to use the sword I will make in RP fights. I was also told craft foam works for weapon props if the base layer is industrial tinfoil and then the C foam on top. Opinions? I already made my sword's prototype out of cardboard and the shield that goes with.

Just curious, where did you get the styrofoam cutter? I've been using a utility knife, but it's not exactly the best for cutting intricate details into the foam board. I've tried searching online, but I get results for electric or hot knives for cutting foam and I'd rather not break my bank buying a tool for it :/
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!

How much was what...the sword? The foam board is about $2 a sheet - one sheet for 3 layers. I already have a stock of Gesso, spackle, and sealant. Paint is about $5 a can. Cabochons were $6 for a dozen on EBay.
Time wise? It took about a week total, working on it after I got home from a full time job and two solid days on the weekend.
Time wise? It took about a week total, working on it after I got home from a full time job and two solid days on the weekend.
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