Cosplaying is like magic. You can don cloth and makeup to transform into a character you love, despise, or think looks really freakin' cool.
But when you're strapped for time or cash, cosplay can get a little...tricky.
People have risen to the occasion plenty of times to prove that affordable cosplay is a fun creative challenge.
Plus you can totally wow people with stuff you thrift or find in your closet.
So tell us, what's the best cosplay you made for under $20? Upload your photos in the Dropbox below with the cost and how you made them for the chance to be featured in a BuzzFeed Community post!