DIY Cheap and Easy Thranduil Crown

Had a request for a Thranduil costume tutorial from user "fmc749," so this is the first part of the how-to, the Thranduil crown. Like most of my cosplay tutorials, this is not an exact replica, but a simplified, inexpensive way to make it. And because there is no plastic or clay used, it remains flexible even after it has been painted, so if your wig size changes, or a friend wants to wear it, it can easily be adjusted without worrying about cracking it. The trick to making the paint look like real sticks is to use "messy" painting. You'll want to paint in layers, very lightly, so not all the areas are covered. It allows the different browns to show through and makes it look more like real sticks.

Hope you enjoy this tutorial. If you have any questions or requests for future tutorials, feel free to leave me a comment below. I post a new cosplay tutorial every Thursday and a new crafting tutorial every other Monday, so check back next week for more DIY goodness.

Always use caution and take appropriate safety measures when creating. Finished creations are for decorative purposes only; they do not give you special powers or abilities. All skits are entirely fictional and purely for entertainment purposes.The information provided in this video is for general information purposes only. If you choose to rely on the information in this video, you do so at your own risk and you assume responsibility for the results. (Full disclaimer at: https://thewoodlandelf.com/video-disc...)