# Superhero Tree Cosplay This Realistic Groot Costume Cost Less Than $100 to Make By Meghan Young | Published 2014-08-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/groot-costume References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/368278/Incredibly-Realistic-Groot-Costume-That-Costs-Less-Than-100-To-Make/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Propcustomz/385005674846614) Everyone is bound to have their favorite 'Guardians of the Galaxy' character and those who count the lovable tree superhero as theirs will appreciate this Groot costume. Incredibly realistic, it surprisingly took less than $100 to make. This is due in large part to the readily available materials used to make the Groot costume. Created by Calen Hoffman from Propcustomz, the main structure of the Groot costume is pipe insulation foam glued to an undersuit. To make a convincing tree-like texture, Hoffman used tissue paper soaked in water and glue for added texture, and moss from hobby stores for extra detail. Spray painted for a finishing touch, the impressive Groot Costume was created. Perhaps people will see it at next year's Comic Con. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Realistic Cosplay Costumes:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the cosplay industry to provide more realistic and affordable costumes using readily available materials. - **DIY Costume Making:** A trend of individuals making their own costumes at home using materials such as pipe insulation foam, tissue paper, and moss from hobby stores has emerged. - **Pop Culture Costumes on a Budget:** Inexpensive, homemade cosplay costumes are becoming more popular as people look for ways to express themselves creatively without breaking the bank. ### Who This Affects Most - **Cosplay Industry:** The cosplay industry could innovate by expanding their offerings to include more affordable and realistic costume options for customers. - **Crafts and DIY Industry:** The crafts and DIY industry can capitalize on the trend of individuals making their costumes at home by offering more tutorials, materials, and inspiration for homemade costumes. - **Pop Culture and Entertainment Industry:** The pop culture and entertainment industry could tap into the trend of homemade cosplay costumes by promoting and encouraging fan creativity through social media and fan events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sinister Comic Series Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-goblin-helmet.md) - [Comic-Inspired LEGO Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-lego-helmet.md) - [Superhero-Themed Nut Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/groot-gets-crackin-campaign.md) - [Ghost Hunter Cosplay Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haslab-ghostbusters-plasma-series-spengler-proton-pack.md) - [Collectible Action Icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2.md) - [Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-helmet.md) - [Theater Collectible Popcorn Buckets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galactus-popcorn.md) - [Product-Inspired Halloween Looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-and-elladoesfx.md) - [Oversized Superhero Statue Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-iron-man-hulkbuster.md)