Golf is always something fun to head out to the course and play for a while. Almost everyone in the world has swung a golf club or stepped on a golf course at some point in their lives. Although it seems like the weather is always great on the golf course, inclement weather can put a literal damper on golf day. Because of this, many people are turning to building golf simulators in their basements. No weather indoors means ... (Read More)
Category: DIY
Perfect Your Costume Design Details With Foam
As the popularity of conventions for entertainment media like movies, television shows, and comic books has risen, so too has the popularity of cosplay. For those unfamiliar, cosplay is a playful or creative expression of art through costumes and accessories, which are designed to represent certain characters, ideas, or concepts. A broader definition of “cosplay” applies to any costumed role-playing in venues apart from the stage. Any entity that lends itself to dramatic interpretation may be taken up as ... (Read More)
Create Your Own DIY Yoga Studio
The mental and physical benefits of yoga have been enjoyed recreationally for thousands of years. Many studios offer a wide variety of yoga practices like power yoga, prenatal yoga, PiYo, aerial yoga, and even goat yoga! Individualized plans can provide unique benefits that relax and rejuvenate the yogi. Regardless of the type of exercise, a key focus is relaxation and meditation, which the surrounding environment should reflect.There may be several reasons why you’re hesitant to make it to your ... (Read More)
Foam Board Craft Project Ideas
A wealth of beautiful crafts can be made with a foam board as the base. If you’re a DIY enthusiast, foam board is an almost magical element to use because of its versatility. Let’s go through the basics of some ideas for foam board projects that make great craft activities and can add aesthetic value to your home! DIY Foam Board Wreath For our first project, let’s dive into something seasonal. Creating beautiful wreaths to celebrate spring, fall, or ... (Read More)
Fun Foam Photo Props to Start the Year off Right
Custom Back to School Photo Props Made with Foam Whether it’s their first day or their fifth year back to school, capturing these moments is no doubt important to you as a parent. Celebrate these moments with fun photo props made from foam! You can make all sorts of school-themed photo props from foam, such as giant pencils, school buses, and foam photo frames. Here’s how to make a giant prop crayon for back-to-school photos! Supplies you’ll need: How ... (Read More)
Master MMA with Your Very Own Sprung Floor
If you are into MMA (jiu-jitsu, judo, etc.), then you know that the throws and takedowns involved can be pretty painful! How do we stop, or at least dampen the blow? Most MMA instructors would say that it is a special flooring that makes this possible, a sprung floor! How Sprung Floors Work Combat sports are hard on the body. There is rigorous training and practice that goes into mastering all forms of martial arts. What you cannot be ... (Read More)
DIY Foam Pool Toys for Summer
Get ready to make a splash this year with our inspiring DIY foam pool toys. They are easy to make and fun for the whole family! Add hours of enjoyment to your summer! With summer just around the corner, it will soon be time for fun in the sun and water. If you have a pool, it is time to vacuum it, treat it, and take out those pool toys you bought your kids (or yourself, we don’t judge!). ... (Read More)
Best Foam for Cosplay
What is the Best Foam for Cosplay and Costumes? Are you getting into cosplaying for the first time? Congratulations! This is a beautiful, sometimes frustrating, but rewarding hobby (or job!) that has delighted and challenged artists of all kinds for many years. However, as a newcomer to cosplay, there’s no shame in admitting that knowing where to start can be overwhelming. What is the best foam for cosplay? How thick should it be? What’s the best high-density foam? What ... (Read More)
Easy Foam Christmas Ornaments
Even though they are beautiful and classic, having glass and crystal Christmas ornaments hanging on your tree is risky business when you have children and pets in your home. A great alternative is to make your own Christmas ornaments out of foam! Not only are they childproof and pet-proof, but they can also become a fun activity to do with your family, a unique annual Christmas tradition, and create beautiful mementos and memories. Here are three adorable Christmas ornament ... (Read More)
Change the Way You Dance with a Floating Floor!
In sports and exercise, special flooring is sometimes called for. The most common examples of this are in dance studios that use what is known as a Floating Dance Floor. This is also sometimes referred to as a Sprung Dance Floor. These are used and preferred by dance studios because they can help improve performance and reduce injuries. Typically, the original floor in any building is made out of concrete or other solid, hard surfaces that can put stress ... (Read More)
