Downen Creative Studios has discovered that Worbla products can be cut using a Cricut – the trick is multiple cuts!
They put together this fantastic video explaining the process and settings, and also a handy infographic for you to reference!
Fabric Stamps with Worbla
Elemental Photography and Design shared this quick tutorial on how she created simple fabric stamps from Worbla and 6mm Foam.
Preventing and Removing Air Bubbles with Worbla
Kat Kosplay shares a video explaining how she prevents air bubbles when working with EVA foam and Worbla, and also offers more detailed advice on popping bubbles that do form. Take a look!
Squaring Up Edges
“…And Sewing is Half the Battle!” shared this great tip for getting cleaner, squared edges on Worbla armor and designs!
Adding a Zipper to Worbla
Cat’s Cosplay Kingdom has created some really impressive work, but I’ll admit I was so excited to see they came up with a way to securely attach a zipper to Worbla, for their conical underskirt!
Filling in Gaps and Seams – Video
9Flame Cosplay showed this handy trick for smoothing seams or gaps in your Worbla using scraps and a butter knife.
Using a Die Cut Machine with Worbla
Darth Cleavage did some tests for us about running Worbla through a Sizzix die cut machine, and shared her results below! Sizzix Saves the Day! I find that taking on a massively detailed commission just a few months prior to a major convention often leads to these amazing, “Holy crap! Why didn’t I think of…
Where to use each type of Worbla
Not sure what type of Worbla to use where? Alice in Cosplayland created this infographic guideline on making a breastplate with Worbla’s Finest, Mesh, Black and TranspArt.
Cutting Multiple Pieces of Craft Foam – Video
Coregeek Cosplay and Creations (FB) shared this tutorial on cutting multiple of the same shape from craft foam, great for Worbla projects. He calls it the ‘poor man’s laser cutter’
Attaching Worbla to Fabric
A simple method for attaching smaller pieces of Worbla to fabric, such as buttons, broaches, or badges.
Removing Air Bubbles
Air bubbles form when Worbla is layered, on its own or with EVA foam, and air is trapped between layers. Tiff shares a method here for removing them before painting.
Recycling Worbla Scraps
Every bit of Worbla can be used, so make sure to never throw your scraps out! Here are a few ways to repurpose your Worbla scraps.