I asked a similar question a few years ago, there were some great responses in the comments

https://www.reddit.com/r/funkopop/comments/eqwkk8/i_want_to_make_my_first_custom_cookie_crisp_pierce/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share

I create funko pops using air dry clay. I have a mould for the body and head, I have black decal eyes too.

Most pops come apart when submerged in hot water and being gentle trying to prise them apart. There are videos online that show how to. You should then be able to repaint or sculpt whatever you want. Putting them back together is easy enough with glue. Just bear in mind some parts like the head may not fit on other necks. The vinyl can be altered with a craft knife to fit. I finish mine with a top coat of modge podge to make sure the repainted parts don't chip. Hope this helps :)

You can create your own on the Funko website

My wife and I were gifted these this past Christmas... Love them !!

https://preview.redd.it/nkw6tkf1oste1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=527662b4221478c440275731ba7f83a8f7bdd297

I would highly recommend the 'POP Yourself' service at funko.com

Here you go

https://funko.com/build-your-custom-pop?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=dtc_jan25_py_cm_Brand&utm_term=dtc&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=20417418907&utm_term=funko%20pop%20yourself%20online&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADNHzmVFrYYLxXQbpPdgx4JQRpuMo

I can only answer question two but head swaps are SUPER EASY. Those are the extent of my custom making. To do a head swap you just boil some water. I think I’ve even microwaved a mug of water before. Then you dip the head in the water. Once it’s loose you can slide the head off and reapply it another body

I wrote a guide that explains how I made my custom Pop and the skills can be applied to any custom Pop really. Some people have crazy art skills and can do insane things.

I actually did a lot of Googling and watched a few Youtube tutorials (some more helpful than others). I'm not very prolific but my customs are some of my proudest Funko pieces lol. I love seeing what other people make.

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These are my materials (# 3 to 6 I already owned for years already, but I am no artist):

1. Apoxie Sculpt, Tamiya Epoxy Putty (self dry scuplting, material of choice)

2. color shapers (praise these things!!)

3. x-acto knife

4. self healing matt

5. acrylic paint set (heavy body)

6. paint brushes

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I don't bother stripping paint, I just paint over it.

You'll also want a primer (so the paint "takes" on the vinyl) and a matte sealant once you're done.

A lot of people will buy a pop that is similar to what they are going for in shape or size and they work on top of that, like someone who made greymon on here recently used the Jurassic Park Trex pop as a base.

I believe people also 3d print them.

Also a lot of the customs were fucking awful at one time and the people making them probably failed and ruined a lot of pops. You don't see any of that.

The best advice is to keep working hard at it and take your time. Failing is part of getting better.

1. ⁠Pick 1-2 pops as a base. On occasion I’ve seen people use more, but most of the time you’ll only need a good head and body match.
2. ⁠Separate the head(s) and body/bodies by submerging them in boiling water for ~1 minute to soften the glue and vinyl. Make sure you separate the head disk from the neck peg as well. Even if you don’t plan to do a head swap, this step just makes it a lot easier to work with!
3. ⁠You might want to remove some parts of the original or add to it. I just use an exacto knife to cut things off and sandpaper to smooth it out (start with a grit of 60 and work up to 800-1000 for best results). Most people use Sculpey clay to add on because it’s easy to work with and comes in large bricks. I’ve heard of people successfully baking the whole Pop to cure the clay, but I wouldn’t recommend it because baking may cause toxic fumes to come out of the Pop and even leave a toxic residue in your oven. I boil them, and bought a cheap pot specifically for this just to be safe. Just boil up enough water to fully submerge the figure, reduce the flame to a simmer, and leave it in there for 30-60 seconds depending on the thickness of the clay. (I’ve tested it by going as long as 5 minutes. It doesn’t damage the Pop or the clay, just FYI, but I doubt you’ll have any clay pieces thick enough to need 5 minutes.)
4. ⁠Painting! People differ here: You can strip the original paint (I use nail polish remover) and just begin your own coats right away, you can strip the paint and add a layer of primer before painting, or you can paint directly onto the original paint. Do a little of your own research to find out which you might prefer. If you use nail polish remover, make sure it’s high in acetone (not the “gentle on nails” stuff); you can find it at any dollar store.
5. ⁠Use whatever acrylic paint you can find (most people just go for the cheapest), and WATER IT DOWN first so you can eliminate brush strokes and lumps. It’ll take more layers, but the smooth results are worth it!
6. ⁠Use a matte finishing spray (Krylon is the best, but make sure the label says it works on plastic!!) to seal and protect that paint job!
7. ⁠Your pop should be ready for assembly! Pop the head disk back onto the neck peg (you might want to boil the disk for a bit to soften it up) and use a strong glue to reattach the head to the disk. I use E6000 (industrial strength), but I’ve heard some people use super glue (I imagine the gel form would work best) or even hot glue (I don’t recommend it, though, as I’d be worried about melting the plastic).
8. ⁠Done! Take pictures and share them with us here! I’d love to see what you make :)

you could always give it a go yourself? if you find the right ones it's easy as anything to swap everything but the box may be a bit more difficult

Before the pop yourself came online, I paid an artist on Etsy to make one of me. It took close to a year to complete and cost me four times the amount it cost to make one from Pop yourself. A custom one will take longer off of there. Unfortunately there’s nothing that will come quicker than the Pop yourself and for the price.

Love this, just have a question. Do you print your own boxes? Right now I’m making a custom pop but don’t know where or how to print the box out any help?

HOWWW?!

what pop did you use for the body? (the one wearing the black dress)

Love the Hermitcraft ones

When I first started, I followed a lot of tips from this blog. Even if you're just doing basic recolors, she has some good advice on painting, etc. that I think will help you get started!

Good luck!

You can buy them or create them yourself.

Welcome to dunk collecting.

ooh i've never heard of dunks

this post is a real SLAM DUNK

Etsy. The_popeteers on Instagram are making cool glow in the dark custom pops.

I have mine on order, can't wait for it to come!!!

These are adorable! Especially the 2nd one ❤️ I'd definitely buy from you

I need !! Super dope though !

Cute

super cute!! Whats your contact info? I have a tiny one eyed fur baby that Id like to inquire about.