Welcome to SkinForge
SkinForge is a small browser tool I built to make remixing and creating Minecraft skins effortless.
No more fiddly per-pixel edits — pick layers, preview in 2D/3D, reorder, toggle and export.
I made this for anyone who wants fast, creative skin iteration: browse a built-in library, import your own PNG layers, drag to reorder, toggle visibility and change opacity — everything updates instantly in the preview.
Try it in your browser: https://oldmartijntje.github.io/skinforge/
How it works
Start with a base skin (e.g. Steve), then add faces, hair, accessories and more.
- Pick a base skin or upload one.
- Add layers from the library or your own PNGs.
- Drag to reorder layers, toggle visibility, or adjust opacity for blending effects.
- Live preview updates in both 2D and 3D so you see changes immediately.
Simple workflows mean you can iterate fast: export a PNG for Minecraft or save a .skinforge file to come back later.
Library & browsing
Hundreds of layers across hair, faces, accessories, suits and more — all credited.
Use the category tabs or search to find what you want. Click any layer to add it to your skin — creators are credited when you export, so it’s easy to discover and thank contributors.
Pick & choose — endless customization
Mix hair, faces, ears, suits — layers blend together so combinations stay interesting.
Adjust opacity, reorder items, or hide parts to fine-tune the final look. Want a hazmat Steve? One click — adjust the suit opacity and you’re done.
Export, save & credits
Exports show credits for every creator used; saves can embed custom layers so nothing breaks later.
- Export: PNG (Minecraft)
- Save:
.skinforge(embedded options preserve custom layers) - Reopen: load saves and continue editing
See it live: https://oldmartijntje.github.io/skinforge/
Source & issues: https://github.com/oldmartijntje/skinforge
Notes, tiny caveats
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Not optimised for phones (yet). Use a computer for the best experience.
