The werewolf is a classic mythical creature and is perfect for cosplay or Halloween costume parties. Getting the look right is the first step to acting like a werewolf so make sure your costume hits the spot. You can buy a werewolf costume, but cosplay and costume lovers prefer to make their own. You can make a convincing costume using a variety of items available at craft stores. After putting on the costume and transforming, try not to speak human language. Instead, try sneaking around like hunting prey, growling, barking, and don't forget to howl at the full moon
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Part 1 of 4: Making a Werewolf Mask
Step 1. Mix warm water and plaster of Paris
Pour plaster of Paris into a bowl of warm water, then stir to obtain a thin, wet plaster mixture. Read the plaster manual for mixing ratios. However, usually the dose is 1 water to 1 plaster.
You can buy plaster of Paris online or at hardware and craft stores
Step 2. Use gauze plaster to make a mold of your face
Apply Vaseline to your face and wear a cap (or a wide headband) so the plaster doesn't stick to your skin and hair. Dip a strip of gauze into the plaster mixture, then place it from the hairline to the nose and on the jaw from one ear to the other. Avoid the area around the eyes and nostrils.
- Apply an extra layer of gauze strips for areas that look rough or exposed. A second layer on the outside of the face and jaw will help the mask to be removed more easily.
- After 15 minutes, the mold should have hardened. Then, you can carefully remove the top of the mask, which covers the forehead and nose, and molds the lower jaw.
Step 3. Glue a thin strip of cork and elastic on the forehead print using glue
Cut a strip of craft cork so that it fits inside the forehead of the mask, then glue it together with glue. Hold one end of the elastic at your temple, then cut the other end so that it meets the opposite temple. Apply hot glue to each end of the rubber on the temples of the mask.
The cork will make the mask feel more comfortable and provide extra support. The rubber will hold the mask on the face
Step 4. Use a wire hanger and a piece of cork to form the muzzle
Cut the hooks from the wire hangers, and bend the remaining length into a U shape. Use epoxy glue or hot glue to attach each end of the wire to the bottom of the forehead of the mask. The arch of this wire should taper forward at the nose to create a muzzle.
When the ribs are in place, cut the craft cork blocks into triangles, which resemble the shape of a snout. Glue it to the top of the wire supports
Step 5. Shape the jaws using wire and cork
Make another U-shaped wire and glue it to the jaws of the plaster mold so that it sticks forward like a wolf's jaw. Leave about 15 cm of wire running through each end of the plaster mold. Use this length of wire to attach the jaws to the mask with hot glue.
Glue the triangular block of craft cork to the bottom of the support wire, as you previously worked on the top of the snout
Step 6. Shape the muzzle and face using celluclay clay or papier mâché (paper paste)
Once the wire and cork supports are in place, you can shape the snout using layers of celluclay clay or papier mâché. Print the material on the supports to create a natural, organic and smooth shape for the muzzle, cheeks and forehead of the wolf.
- Don't forget to make the nose and nostrils at the end of the muzzle.
- Don't forget to also leave eye holes when adding clay or papier mâché.
Step 7. Create the jaws and teeth
Cover the cork and wire that supports the jaw with clay or papier mâché. Mold clay or papier mâché into pointed teeth and stack them in the jaw. If necessary, add a few thin strips of impression material to hold the teeth together so they don't fall out.
Step 8. Add the ears
If you have a large used doll with fur that matches the wolf you want to imitate, cut out the ears and glue them to the mask using hot glue. Otherwise, cut 2 strands of wire into a triangle shape, glue them on the mask, and use clay or papier mâché to give the ears the shape.
Step 9. Allow the mask to dry after printing
Once the muzzle, jaw, teeth, and ears have been molded into the mask, let the mask sit for at least a few hours to dry. In a humid environment, it may take up to a day for the clay or papier mâché to dry completely.
Step 10. Color the mask
When the mask dries, you can start coloring it with acrylic paint. Use black, brown, or gray for the skin, and yellow for the teeth. Apply 2-3 coats of paint to evenly cover the surface of the mask, and give each layer a few hours to dry completely before applying the next coat.
Do not forget that the paint color should match the fur of the wolf
Step 11. Glue the feathers to the mask
Cut a strip of synthetic fur on the skeleton of the wolf's face. Also make curved fur strips for eyebrows and cheeks. Cut small strips for the ears, then glue them all on the mask using hot glue.
- Place the bristles on a hard work surface (which can be scratched) and use a utility knife or fabric shears to trim them.
- You can buy synthetic fur online or at a fabric and craft store.
Part 2 of 4: Dress Like a Werewolf
Step 1. Wear camouflage colors
That is, choose forest colors such as black, dark green, brown, navy blue, and a little white if needed. Don't wear skirts or dresses. After the full moon, sprinkle some dirt on your clothes and shoes. Only do so if your parents allow you to soil your clothes.
Step 2. Look for used clothes from your closet or at a thrift store
You can rummage through your closet to find used T-shirts and pants. If not, visit the nearest flea store.
Opt for long sleeves so you don't have to cover your arms with synthetic fur
Step 3. Make holes in the clothes
When changed, the werewolf's clothes became torn and dirty from running around on a full moon night. Cut holes in areas such as the back and arms, as well as the thighs. Grass and dirt stains will go very well on your clothes.
Step 4. Cut the trouser leg at knee height
You can attach cork and synthetic fur to your leggings to mimic the shape of a wolf's legs. To show the wolf's legs, cut the pants at the knees. Later on, you'll be wearing your pants over your leggings, so opt for baggy pants instead of tight ones.
Step 5. Glue the feather in the hole
Don't let any of your skin show under clothing or costumes. So, stick patchwork or synthetic fur into the costume using hot glue so that it looks like it's sticking out of the hole.
Part 3 of 4: Adding Costume Details
Step 1. Glue the cork, acrylic false nails, and faux fur to a pair of gloves
Make wolf claws by cutting craft cork into a round shape, then glueing it on the palm of an old black glove. Purchase a set of acrylic false nails, file them until they are sharp, and color them with black paint. Glue to the fingertips of the glove to make claws.
Finish the glove by attaching the feathers to the top
Step 2. Use cork, leggings, and faux fur to imitate a wolf's leg joints
Cut 2 triangular blocks from craft cork. It is about half the length of the shin. Glue it on the calf of the black leggings so that the narrow end of the triangle is where the leg is sticking out of the legging.
- Glue the feather strips with hot glue to completely cover the triangular block. Cover the leggings with fur just above the knee so that only the fur is visible from the pants outside of the leggings.
- You can also enlarge your legs by cutting a cork block in the shape of a water drop and gluing it to the front of the leg of the leggings.
- Wolf ankle joints look different from human joints, and imitating this shape will add authenticity to your costume.
Step 3. Create werewolf legs with synthetic fur, acrylic nails, and old shoes
File the acrylic nails until they are pointed and paint them black. Cut craft cork into the shape of a toe, glue acrylic nails to the toes of the cork, then attach the fingers and nails to the front of the old shoe. Cut the synthetic fur according to the shape of the shoe, then glue it with glue until the entire shoe is covered.
Part 4 of 4: Role Playing
Step 1. Put on the costume and accessories
First, put on your wolf leg leggings, then wear the pants over the leggings. Wear wolf boots and shabby clothes. Color the area around the eyes black, then put on the wolf mask. Put on the wolf gloves to complete the costume.
Step 2. Curl your hair or put on a wig
If your hair is long enough, braid it to disguise the elastic band of the mask. You can also wear a wig and tangle it up if your hair is too short or the color doesn't match the costume.
Step 3. Howl and growl, and try not to say anything
When a person turns into a werewolf, he loses the ability to speak so don't spoil his illusion by speaking human language. Growl, bark, and of course, howl at the full moon.
Step 4. Get rid of electronic devices
Werewolves don't need and are able to talk on the phone. Try not to use electronics when in character. After all, you won't be able to operate your phone while wearing wolf gloves.
Step 5. Be persistent
If someone sneers at you, give them a "No" look and be defensive. A wolf will do the same, but a pack of wolves will start a fight, which must be avoided at all costs.
Step 6. Always keep moving
Wolves are natural predators who are always on the move and waiting. Improve balance, grace and patience to perfect the look of a wolf hunting its prey. Even if you can, try to keep it to a minimum so that people don't get scared when you glare at them and hunt them down as if they were hungry.
Step 7. Watch the wolf's behavior
You can see it on bonbin or watch videos on YouTube. This step will improve your technique. Also, if you have a dog, pay attention to how it plays, sleeps, eats, etc.
Step 8. Improve your strength, speed and reflexes
Perform effective exercises such as jogging for 1.5 km every day and lifting 1 kg weight up and down for 30 minutes every day. Playing frisbee will help improve reflexes.
Step 9. Avoid crowds
If you are a lone wolf, try to stay away from crowds, and only hang out with a limited number of people. Do the opposite if you look more like a pack of wolves.
