How To Make a Wolverine Costume

One of the most well-known comic book characters is Wolverine.He's always had his trademark claws, even though his look has changed a bit over the years.You can make a good costume without making a complicated suit.A tank-top, a pair of boots, and a good set of claws is all you need.A few key accessories and a bad attitude will complete your look.

Step 1: You need to gather your supplies.

Most of what you need to make a costume is in your house.Take a trip to the thrift store if you don't.For a good price, you should be able to find everything you need.You'll need a white tank-top, jeans, and boots to make your costume.

Step 2: Take care of your costume.

Try to break in the clothes if you end up buying everything new.The character of Wolverine is tough.Break them in with some yard work.You can add a few tears to the tank-top to make it look like you just got out of a fight.

Step 3: Get the right things.

There are accessories that can make or break a costume.There are a lot of small details that can be used to tie your costume together.At army surplus stores, you can purchase custom dog-tags.Hardware stores may have a way to make dog-tags.The dog-tags read "WOLVERINE 45825243-T78-A".Many pet shops make dog-tags as well.You can buy a replica of the Indian head belt buckle if you want, but it's not a requirement.Any large belt buckle is fine.A flannel shirt or brown jacket is depicted as a depiction of Wolverine.If you don't want to wear a tank-top, cover up with one of the options.

Step 4: Pick out your supplies.

You only need a piece of cardboard, some paint, and a hot glue gun to make claws.The most affordable claws are cardboard claws.To make the claws, use a thick cardboard.If you want your claws to be stable, don't use thin boxes.

Step 5: A template for your claw can be drawn on a piece of computer paper.

Make sure the claw is long.If you have trouble drawing one yourself, you can find claw templates online.Cut a notch at the back of the claw to make it look like the claws are coming out of your hand.

Step 6: You can draw six claws on the cardboard using your template.

It's easier to cut them out if you leave enough space between the claw.Use a box cutter or sharp knife to cut the claws.It is possible to cut out the claws in sections and then cut the outline.

Step 7: The claws can be painted with silver spray paint.

Before painting the claws, paint them a light gray color.It's important to get all the edges when spraying.It's best to use several thin coats.Allow the paint to dry before handling them.

Step 8: There is a handle for the claws.

Cut out two pieces of cardboard about the same size.Cut out two pieces of cardboard that are about the same size.You should be able to hold the pieces in your hand.To make a base for the claws, you'll need one piece of each size.The claw runs between your fingers as you hold them in your hands.To mark where the base of the claw falls, place the larger piece of cardboard in your palm.Put the claws in place with a hot glue gun.Attach the smaller piece of cardboard to the claws with glue.

Step 9: You should style your hair.

His hair is a big part of his look.It shouldn't be difficult to style your hair like a superhero.You could buy a wig online.Blow your hair up with a blow dryer and a brush.Curl the tips of your hair.Administer styling gel to hold the hair in place.If you can, grow your sideburns.Costume facial hair can be found online.

Step 10: .

The character is muscular.You don't have to have a superhero's body in order to dress as one.If you have a few months to plan your costume, try lifting weights and bulking up.

Step 11: Become a character.

Go out in your costume with a surly attitude.You can read some of the comics to get a feel for how he speaks.He refers to people as "Bub."