Trash to Treasure: Puppet Magic on a Budget

Yellowcake Curiosities is an experienced cosplayer with over a decade of dedication to the art form. She is professionally trained in special effects makeup (SFX) and currently a teacher at both Cosplay and “Skrekk og Gru” at Namdals Folkehøgskole. Known for her passion for sustainability, Yellowcake Curiosities creatively utilizes recycled materials to craft unique cosplay costumes, props, and whimsical dolls. She’s also a devoted fan of horror movies. Yellowcake Curiosities looks forward to meeting everyone and sharing her expertise here at Magicon.

Ever wanted to create your own amazing puppets and dolls, but thought it required expensive materials and professional tools? Think again! Join this creative (and a little bit creepy) panel at Magicon, where you’ll learn how to craft puppets and dolls using traditional techniques inspired by beloved classics like The Muppets and timeless children’s TV shows.

Led by Yellowcake Curiosities, the Cosplay and “Skrekk og Gru” teacher at Namdals Folkehøgskole, this interactive session will highlight the joy and creativity of sustainable crafting. Yellowcake Curiosities has over 10 years of cosplay experience, formal training in special effects makeup (SFX), and experience working in film and theater. Passionate about sustainability, she often uses leftover materials for redesigning new cosplay projects or creating props and dolls. She’s also an avid horror movie fan!