/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>be me in middle school
>"Buying cosplay is too expensive, I'll just make it instead!"
>decides that Smile!Ciel was good first time project, as in no sewing experience ever
>no wig, shitty spray on hair color
>jersey knit for bloomers
>f21 shirt that has stripes smaller than ants
>grossly made ruffles to attach to neck and front
>craft foam hat
>shoody paint on stripped stocking
>no makeup
>glasses

I was so proud of it back then, and now that I look back I'm cringing so hard. My family still brings that costume up in convos to laugh at.