At FoamOrder, we love our high-quality mattresses and cushions, but foam can also be used to get creative and have some fun. With a little imagination, a simple sheet of foam can be transformed into almost anything you want. Whether you’re looking for EVA craft foam sheets for costumes, cards and crafts, neoprene in dozens of color and thickness options for drink koozies, or thick polyurethane blocks for building structures, FoamOrder has the materials you need to get started on your foam arts and crafts.
Why Craft with Foam?
Crafting with foam is great for the whole family; it’s easy for parents and fun for kids. It’s much more versatile than felt, with dozens of potential uses for each type of foam. Kids love it because it’s sturdier than paper and cardboard but still simple to use, and parents love it because it’s safe and allows for easy cleanup.
Families craft with foam because:
Foam is easy to cut, form and bond
Our thinner foams are soft and sturdy, and they’re simple to cut with basic tools like scissors and box cutters. You can use heat to mold and shape EVA foam, and you can easily sew together pieces of neoprene fabric.
It’s safe
Our foams are nontoxic, which means you won’t have to worry about your child’s safety when you get down to crafting.
There’s no mess
Foam crafts leave fewer and smaller messes behind than traditional crafting projects that require paint and glue, so you save time on cleanup. On top of that, foams like neoprene are water resistant. You’ll be able to clean spillage off your creations in no time.
Foam can be colored, painted, cut, stamped, punched and even sewn. From cutting out small shapes and letters for your young toddler to building complex structures for your older children, there are lots of ways to start crafting with foam.
Your options for crafting are endless and we are always looking for new ideas, but here are a few of our favorites to get you started. Make sure you also check out our accessories page for glues and even more types of foam.
Costume Pieces and Accessories
EVA foam can be twisted and trimmed into almost any shape. You can use it to make masks, crowns, helmets, shields, purses and other accessories for a Halloween costume or birthday party. For these accessories, all you’ll need is some foam, scissors to cut out the shapes you want, a stapler or glue and some non-toxic paint (if desired). Use scrap foam to make shapes like ears for masks and jewels for crowns to attach to your accessory.
Sizing Recommendations
For a crown, mask or purse we recommend one EVA foam sheet that is 0.5 inches thick.
Pinwheels
To start building pinwheels, you’ll need a sheet of EVA foam, wooden skewers, some buttons, glue and scissors. Cut out a 6-inch square of foam, then cut from each corner toward the center, stopping a little over an inch from the center. Take one point from each corner and fold it to the center, gluing it in place. Once all four corners are secured, add a decorative button to the center and push the pointed side of the wooden skewer behind the button to hold it in place.
Sizing Recommendations
Just one EVA sheet will allow you to build dozens of colorful pinwheels.
Drink Koozies
Neoprene makes for a perfect drink koozie because it absorbs sweat from a cold drink and can be easily cleaned. Customize your koozie with our color and pattern combinations or decorate using paint, markers or an iron-on adhesive. After you create your pattern, cut out a koozie template and pin it to the neoprene. Cut out the shape, then pin the sides together. Using embroidery thread, sew both sides of the koozie together with a zigzag stitch.
Sizing Recommendations
We recommend purchasing our 3-mm neoprene by the foot and folding it over to double the thickness, or purchasing a full sheet up to 6 mm thick.
Model Houses and Castles
For a simpler build, cut foam blocks to use as bricks and glue them together to create a miniature house of any size. Build a more elaborate structure with any of our closed-cell foams, such as EVA or cross-linked polyethylene. Cut out each wall, window and desired shape with sharp scissors, shears or a box cutter (adult supervision required!). Use foam adhesive or hot glue to connect corners of your house. Decorate with small pieces of colorful foam or water-based paint.
Sizing Recommendations
We sell closed-cell foams in either 40-by-80-inch sheets or by the yard from a 60-inch-wide roll. Make sure to get extra foam in case you make a mistake!
Ready to test your creativity? Select one of FoamOrder’s many craft foam options below to get started on your arts and crafts project.
EVA Foam Sheets, 2.0-lb density
Lightweight and easy to cut, EVA foam sheets are popular for costume design, cosplay armor, stamps, and kids’ craft projects. Their smooth surface makes them ideal for painting and gluing.
Polyethylene Foam, Cross-Linked – 5.8-lb density
Dense and durable, cross-linked polyethylene foam holds its shape well, making it great for model building, sculpted props, or structural craft projects where firmness is needed.
Neoprene Sheets
Flexible yet resilient, neoprene sheets can be used for custom grips, padding, wearable accessories, or even unique mixed-media craft projects that need a soft but sturdy material.
Upholstery Foam Sheets
Soft and cushiony, upholstery foam sheets are ideal for arts and crafts that involve seating, padded displays, or DIY decorative pieces like upholstered panels and custom cushions.
Volara Closed Cell Foam, by the yard
Smooth and pliable, Volara foam is excellent for lamination, lining, and protective craft projects. Its closed-cell surface works well for cutting clean shapes, creating stencils, or adding a polished finish to handmade items.
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