/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

I've never cosplayed or gone to a con before, but I got a three-day pass to NYCC. Some questions:

1) Am I an idiot for getting 3 days when I have no idea what a con is like?
2) Any general tips/advice about what's fun to do, what not to do, general etiquette at cons?

inb4 kill yourself

>>6898229
No. I think getting a 3 day pass is good because you'll get the full con experience. Well are you going with friends? That will help a lot of things.

Go to panels you're interested in. Buy stuff. Meet new people. Be polite and don't act like an idiot. It's ok to fanboy/girl over something but don't be "that person." Don't take someone's pic without asking. Don't mess with someone's cosplay/props without permission. Basically common sense stuff.

Have fun anon!

I want to do a Derpy Hooves cosplay. If you know the character and have any suggestions on how to put it together, that would be great, but.

I have some felt wings and what I'm fairly sure are sculpty ears already from Fluttershy, and I'm wondering if I could recolor those.

>>6898242
kill yourself

>>6898242
you could probably just repaint the ears.
Depends on how the wings are made though

I've been looking for some suggestions, so here it goes:

I've been planning on making Shiro's (Deadman Wonderland) bodysuit from scratch, but I've had a roadblock in a minor detail or two, one of which I want to get someone's opinion.

With the red design on her bodysuit (pic related), should I paint them on or should I bite the bullet and try to sew them on and cut through the white spandex so that the design comes through underneath?

I have some experience with spandex and making bodysuits, but I usually crossplay so getting the design in the right places (cough the boob) eludes me.

Any tips or help is very appreciated!

>>6898317
Sewing the designs in would be a huge bitch. I would just paint it.

>>6898301

They're made from a soft material, almost like foam.

Does anyone know of some patterns I can use as a sort of reference- despite knowing I'll still have to do modifications- for Inigo's top?

>>6898317
i would either sew them on overtop using a similar stretchy material, or paint them (and make sure to do a really good job on painting!). when you do paint/sew, make sure to have the main suit stretched over a bodyform similar in size to you. i would personally make a duct tape mannequin and use that as a base to work from. if you're cutting holes into the spandex, the stretching may pop the stitches, and the fabric will probably fray at the seams, as well.

Okay I'm about to start on a Kitty Pryde costume... But I have no idea how to sew the fabric, or where to start!

>>6898239
Thanks anon, udabes

Just stopped in to say I just discorvered how fucking useful these little things are. Envelope fasteners. GREAT for armor, keeping things in place before gluing/sewing., rivets etc. Easily removed and reusable too.

>>6898607
holy shit, i may have to use these from now on and test out different theories.

>>6898776
Best part is that if you go to a craft store or stationary shop, you can get them in lots of different sizes. So there are ones that work for small, detailed hinges on hands or larger, heavier pieces like at knees and elbows.

Im using foam board to make a box, and I know how I'm going to construct it, but I'm not sure what glue I should use. I've heard that regular white glue doesn't dry all the way since air can't get to it, and hot glue and glue like gorilla glue eats at the foam. What's the recommended glue to use that won't destroy the foam and will actually dry and hold?

>>6899091
Superglue or epoxy glue? It might eat the foam, so be wary.

>>6899091
Neatly Gesso the surfaces of the foam you'll be gluing, then sand them smooth. Repeat until you have a few layers, then spread a layer of polyester resin (outdoors!) onto the surfaces you Gesso'd and apply pressure to attach.

Good luck! I'm doing something similar.

For the first time in my life, I'm gonna cosplay a character that isn't anime. How do I make my face look more like the character - what do I need to purchase. I try to wear minimal makeup everyday, so I guess I'll probably have to purchase something to contour with, right? Recommended brands and products? I'm asking about a million questions here, I know, but Google only gives me "how to bring out your features~~" which isn't really helping. If anyone can tell me anything, I will be very thankful.

>>6898369
It's kinda hard to tell from your picture, but it looks like his top is just a high collared shirt under a vest?

I tried making a plague doctor outfit and finally pulled myself together to make the mask with cardboard and paper mache. Now I don't know which of these constellations looks somehow alright.
Also any tips for the mask and/or improvements?

>>6899239
The second one looks good in my opinion, but the outer edge of the mask seems...off? It came out great, beak and all, but maybe sand down a bit towards the chin and give it a more venetian shaped style instead of round and it might look better.
Honestly its probably just me wanting to find something to help with, masque looks great for cardboard and mache.

First time posting here, apologies in advance if I manage to cause shit.

I'll be cosplaying for the first time in just under three weeks. I'll be wearing an off-the-shoulder top as part of it along with a strapless bra. Problem is, to get the top looking as much like the costume as possible, it needs to be pulled down at a level where the side of the bra (but no cup) is visible.

Is this considered revealing too much? Should I try to do anything to cover it up?

>>6899257
Depends, are you cosplaying a character just for to get the wank factor out of the boys? Honestly, if you like the character and it IS how the character dresses, do your thing but just be socially conscious and not get angry when people see your tits hanging out.
Things like Rue from princess tutu actually has a pretty revealing outfit but its tastefully done. If your trying for a 'sexy pikachu' or somthing, then you can shoot yourself.

If in doubt, ask "would I point at someone and be disgusted if they were wearing this?".

>>6899302
>are you cosplaying a character just for to get the wank factor out of the boys?

Absolutely not, I like the character and I have a boyfriend so I'm not exactly fighting for male attention.

>when people see your tits hanging out.

This I would kinda dispute. You can't see anything from the front, but if I turn to the side you can see the band of the bra through the arm holes of the top. You can't see any cup or anything, and if you could I would seriously rethink it.

Ideally I would like to think of a way to cover the band so it's not visible through the arm hole, but I'm not sure how realistic that is with a strapless bra.

>>6899309
Okay, here's the galaxy's shittiest rendition of the side view of the top. The circled area is what you can see from the arm hole of the top, the shaded bit is the bra strap. Is there any way to hide this part of the bra? I tried tucking it in, but the top looks better from the front and looks more like the character when it's pulled down.

>>6899309
>>6899322
You asnwered your own question really. I think youd be fine from your description, and may be overly modest in this respect. Sounded like you has some kind of mono-kini thing from your first post but the drawing is totally fine, I woldnt worry about 'revealing'. I think (and dont quote me as I'm male), but dont they have clear plastic straps for things like this? I know ballet stores and websites might have the things, or alternatives. I know I've seen them, but dont have a name.

>>6899333
Thanks for your help!

The strapless bra I have is white all over, it only has plastic on the inside to help support it at the back. I may shop around for a clear one though, I bought the one I have because it was a fraction of the price of other ones, but I may shop around online for clear ones in my price range. Thank you!

I haven't cosplayed for about 3 years.
For the next con I wanted to go as a well known comic character, for reasons I have yet to understad.

Is it okay to do a comic character at an anime con?

>>6899342
You can always dye it skin coloured, or use makeup matching your skintone over what is visible to cover what's showing.

In dance/theatre we usually just do the foundation trick to hide bra straps or peeking bras and it works really well and can be easily shooped out later.

So there's been a new law that passed on Bongs in Fl. I'm just so happening making a Tcc - Tan cosplay, but beforehand I didn't know about the law. Tcc-tan is 420chan's mascot, and as you may imagine, she's heavily drug related and carries a huge bong around. I found this out when I was like... Half way done with this? And now I'm flipping shit. Any help on what I should do?

>>6899361
I saw a ron burgundy at the last con and he was a hit. I think the genre of con just dictates the merch and panels. Cosplay is cosplay. anyone who calls you out on it will publicly be shot down.
>>6899394
you can always pull the old hippy trick: its not a bong till I smoke with it. Just say its a bottle prop, and make the bottom piece detachable for security. Can argue that gara walks around with a huge gourd so this is just a big container. Honestly if they are actively looking for it, then you may have chosen a cosplay with a bit too much stigma. Good luck.

>>6899436
That's a great idea, thanks so much!

where and what colour for this wig?

>>6899497
Two of Arda's long curly clips (teased and hairsprayed like mad) on a short base in Hot Pink or Raspberry? I think those two colors would be nice, regardless of which wig you got.

So I have a somewhat specific question and /fa/ told me you guys use taobao. I am curious if anyone has experience buying Christian Louboutin on taobao. I am looking for a seller with top quality ones and it is hard to distinguish from pics and reviews as to which ones are the best quality.

>>6899542
There is a Taobao thread, you'll have better luck there. Read the first post!

>>6887401

I tried to dye a white wool hat red, but despite following the instructions to the letter it's gone bright pink.
What do?

Looking for some advice/suggestions for making a mask. Pic related, Shin from Dorohedoro.

>>6899791
In this case I think you could use plaster bandages from your local pharmacy.

The easiest and cheapest way is to put some straight piece of cloth over your head, then you start plastering.

The quality isn't superb if you're not experienced with this type of work, but it is ridiculously cheap and fun.

I'm wondering if anyone would have any other suggestions for the boot cover/gloves being stiff.

My idea/plan is to use interfacing between the fabric. Any other ideas would be cool.

>>6898202
What's the easiest way to fasten a larger-than-average (approx. 6 inch diameter) tail with wire framing to stay upright? I honestly have no idea how to keep it from flopping around.

Pic related; my cosplay is an Ampharos gijinka.

>>6899791
From what I could tell of the manga/manwha (I'm not entirely sure which it is), It seemed very latex like, rubbery even. If you want to emulate that kind of feel I'd suggest looking into making it with more than simple paper mache.

http://www.monstermakers.com/content/howto.html

>>6899832
Stuffing and lots of it, pack it tight ant the shape you cut it into will hold

Hello there. I would really like to do a cosplay as Hencman 21 and would love to get some tips on where i could get the hold on easy to use cheap materials. mainly around the NY area.

>>6899394
Well, most bongs (especially if anyone made a piece that ridiculous in size) are acrylic, so if you leave the inside with an obviously paper mache finish, it would be easily defendable as a costume piece, similar to the exceptions with costume swords.

If you give it that shiny acrylic finish without touching the newspaper on the inside, you should be safe from anyone trying to confiscate it as a legitimate smoking device. (we are talking about Con security, however...make your own judgements on their level of common sense)

>>6899841
I don't mean the shape of the actual tail, I mean physically attaching the tail on my costume and having it stay in the position I want (centered and curved upward)

>>6899847
Thrift shops. And hardware stores, for the gloves and belt especially. Anything but felt or satin and you should be fine to recycle old or donated clothes.

>>6899851
You're going to need to make sure that the entirety of the tail is sewn down in the circle pattern of the base, and considering the shape.. It shouldn't be too hard to keep it staying that way a long as you keep the material fairly light and the wire is curving right. It has a lot to do with the fabric you are attaching it to as well, a dress is going to be very difficult to stop it floating about unless you keep the wire going through a hole to your actual body

>>6899239
Third is closest, but I don't like the gold fringe on the hat...I personally like the fifth one the best

>>6899856
Thanks, anon. I was going to have a tailored dress shirt over shorts and a tank top to give it the "white underbelly" look, and I figured I could hook it to two or three of the belt loops but figured it would flop over sideways.

I know I am a god of Photoshop please don't hit me

>>6899837

I think a latex will probably be best and easiest to use as the material, though I was thinking about neoprene or maybe even leather/pleather for a sturdier base. But for my first attempt I'm probably going with latex.

I've done many molds in my lifetime but I have very little experience with latex and making something this thin. The website provided, while helpful, isn't very detailed during the mold making and casting process.

I'm planning on doing TP's Postman complete with the sign on the back. Any ideas for how to attach the post? In-game, it seems to just be tied onto the backpack, but this thing is going to be ungainly; one point of attachment isn't going to be enough. In addition, the post sits to the right (not straight down the spine) so if it were anchored to the backpack, it's going to weigh it down on just one side and look ridiculous. Any ideas/tips to harness it on? Or materials to use?

>>6900527
Definitely some (p)leather straps, one around your waist and one around your chest, to mount the main support rod of the sashimono to you directly, whether that be through threading straps through vertical loops on the rod or just encircling both the rod and you in one loop with some glue to prevent shifting.

Google "Quick n' Dirty Back Banner (Sashimo Banner)" since 4chan hates links to certain sites in case you need other pics of sashimono.

Mind the ceilings!

I have been looking around on how to make one of these but most of the gun tutorials I see are the modern boxy type of guns

...can anyone help me? I''m planning to make it through craft foams/rubber sheets

>>6900527
I can;t really help you more as >>6901339 has covered it pretty well, but I love you for cosplaying this and wanting to do it perfectly. Too many postmen let down by floppy flags

I got a shield I'm making, and the problem isn't that it's heavy, but if I don't want to carry it all the time or putting down if I need to do something, is there anyway I can get it to hang off my back somehow?

>>6902096
Backpack straps attached to the back of the shield. Make them taut enough that they won't show when you do put your shield onto your arm.

>>6902130
I was kind of hoping for a solution that involves using the handle that is already on the back on of the shield.

>>6902140
Two questions:
One, how have you done the handle on the back of the shield? Shields sometimes have two handles, one to put your forearm through and one to hold onto with your hand.
Two, does the costume involve a sword?
To use Link as an example, when he puts his shield on his back, he hooks the forearm handle of his shield over the scabbard for the sword.

>>6901339
Thanks a bundle. Just knowing what it's called is a massive help.

>>6898369
>>6899202
Posted a better photo. Any patterns I can use for reference?

>>6902929
Dropped it, sorry...

>>6899825
by interfacing i hope you mean the non-fusible kind. judging by how stiff those boot covers/gloves are i would definitely use the non-fusible kind. either that or you could use craft foam covered in fabric.


i guess for my own question it's a matter of opinion in a way. i'm going to be doing a frootz cat gijinka and it kind of bothers me to wander around a convention with a cherry on my ass. taking into account that frootz cat is a magic user, i was going to turn the cherry into a "mage staff" instead.

tl;dr - is it better to keep the cherry on my ass or turn it into a "mage staff"?

How difficult would it be to make something like pic related (probably with vertical bars instead of rings), considering I've never made armour or costumes before? What would be the easiest method/materials?

>>6903217
Ah yeah I forgot there were two kinds. Is the non-fusible kind also called "sew-in"? I see Iron on and Sew in on my fabric website.

Thanks anon

Do you guys have any tips for keeping cool in a hot costume? Beyond the basic take breaks/drink lots of water stuff.

I am planning to go as this fellow and I plan to use silver metallic liquid latex. Has anyone used it before? Also what is the best method to draw black lines to create the "sheet metal" effect on his armor? Thanks in advance

what's the best way to put on a wig if you have a lot of hair? tips?
I've tried the 2 braids trick but it didn't really work,when I put on my wig it barely fit and was lumpy.

Should I just try a tighter wig cap?

>>6903451

Have you tried pincurls?

>>6903451
Pincurls, Taeliac on DA has a tutorial for it. Also if it's a long wig that goes past the nape of your neck just criss cross the braids and pin them at the base of your neck, and it shouldn't show.

Anyone here knows where to get rosette ribbons with custom pictures printed on the badge? I only found some that allow custom text on the badge and I am too stupid to do them myself.

Pic somewhat related.

>>6903476
>>6903496

Thank you so much! I will try it out!

I want to do Esidesi from JOJO part 2 with my inprogress bearmode. Not sure where to start as far as the wig and chest pads go. probably will post later, at lunch during work now

Guys, my Mozarabic Chant just came in and it's just too small in the bust :[ I'm an F cup, and it fits everywhere else, but it just won't zip up in the bust. Any tips? I'm considering a minimizer bra.

>>6903596
don't forget 5 cups of fabulousness

After four years of procrastinating I'm finally getting back to work on this, anyone here know any tips on stripping paint from abs plastic before I go batshit with sandpaper?

>>6903674
Don't give us a cup size, give us your full bust measurement and your underbust please. And which size you ordered.

>>6903706
Use sandpaper.

80grit

That or use steel wool.

>>6903707
I ordered a size L, I have an underbust of 32in and bust measurement of 40in. My ribcage is what seems to be be the issue, though really I should have expected this since the bust max for the JSK is 95cm.

>>6903746
I fucked up on the measuring and it's totally my fault for letting wishful thinking get in the way of objective facts about what would fit and what would not. I deserve to get reamed out for being silly, but I am so so in love with this JSK and I'm wondering if there's any way to salvage this situation as I really would rather not have to sell it.

>>6903451
Either pin curls, or plait your hair and pin the plaits over your head milkmaid-style. If your hair is really long, pin the plaits in a spiral around the top and back of your head.

what is the best way to fray//tatter fabric? I tried dragging it, whipping it, grinding it, but I think I underestimated this simple cloths strength. anyone have a tutorial or method they would like to share? Pic isnt the material, but related.

>>6904294
Really rough sandpaper on a mouse sander.

>>6904294
I used scissors to make small holes where I wanted to tatter, then tore the holes larger with my fingers.
I'm not saying this is the best way, however, as I ended up with blisters on my fingers afterwards.

>>6904377

fat old tsunade in far right

>>6904294

Dremel with a sanding wheel. I had to put some holes in a pair of pants right before Fanime and that did it in about ten minutes.

I know this is a simple dress for most cosplayers, but this is my first time making a dress in this style. Could anyone give advice or something for the top part? I am using four panels for the skirt to make it poofier (still using a petticoat)
But i'm not sure what to do about the top part and the poofy sleeves.
The character is Mary from IB
I'm pretty sure i can do this on my own. I have a few weeks, so no rush, but i wouldn't mind some help or advice from experienced cosplayers here.

Thanks

Anyone have any tips for painting PVC to look like wood? I'm making a bow. I've sanded it with 80 grit paper to give it some grooves and I plan on priming it and then painting it with watered down paint. Is there a better way?

Two questions.

1) I have a big head, and a bit of a receding hairline, so I've never found wigs that fit properly. Where you do recommend I go to have wigs custom-made for my big noggin?

and 2) I also can't see worth shit without corrective lenses, but costume prescription contacts are far and few between, especially for some of the more outlandish designs required of cosplays. Again, any tips on good places to go for this?

Much thanks in advance.

>>6905942
1. Big head as in how big. Arda is known for larger wigs.
2. I'm not sure what you want. If you want really outlandish lenses, it will cost +80$. Usually a pair of coloured contact lenses, prescription or not, will cost ~20$.

>>6905991
A little above average guy size, about 23.5 to 24 inches. My hat size is 7 1/2 (US). And cost isn't too much of an issue for the contacts, as long as they're not like 300 bucks or something. It's just every contact website I find they have maybe a twentieth of their stock available with prescription and they're incredibly common ones, like generic cat eye or something.

>>6906027
Arda will work. I think their wigs can extend to 24-25 inches? Oh, so you want to find place with prescription in stock? What kind of contacts are you looking for? If for normal looking lenses, you could check out PinkyParadise. Some of their contacts run up to -10.00.

i've got my heart set on doing an ultimate madoka cosplay and so far i've got the idea of using half a hoop skirt for the effect of it billowing out behind her
the best reference i have for her is the figure-- i want to emulate that whole ~celestial~ thing going on underneath and my ideas are some crazy color-changey fabrics or going to spoonflower and creating some galaxy-print fabric from photos of nebulae (this is my best bet http://www.galaxyimages.com/UNP1.html))
any ideas?

>>6906111
Mood do this two-tone Georgette that changes colour depending on how the light hits it. You could have a look at that.

Can't you just buy galaxy fabric? Pretty sure you can get it on Ebay.

>>6903281
yeah i meant the sew in kind. it's a pain in the ass to sew but i'm pretty sure it's what you're looking for.

Does anyone have the picture of the 4chan boards cosplays, please.

So I want to make the head-dress for Leona from league of Legends. I'm thinking of using just plain cardboard for it but use dimensions and all that to make it a lot better and using that one weapons tutorial to make it look real - unless someone has another suggestion.

My question is, how would I keep the middle section like, attached to me? I can think of sticking a bobby pin onto the back and sliding it into my hair but I can't really think of anything.

Any suggestions?

>>6906260
if it's very light you could try using spirit gum and gluing it to your forehead, and also maybe secure it with a bobby pin like you said.

Where should I go about looking for ribbons like in the picture? Just knowing what this kind of ribbon is called would be helpful. All I'm finding when I google 'ribbon' are shitty-looking costume satin ribbons and cheesy grosgrain prints.

>>6906260
Glue it to your forehead. You could also try stitching it to your wig.

>>6906611
You could try searching for cross ties or cross ribbons, it's similar to that. Otherwise you just have to craft it yourself


Though speaking of ribbons, what do I do so they don't fray when I trim them/cut them?

>>6906653
If the ribbon is made of a thermoplastic material, you can melt the ends slightly with a lighter. Or you can paint them with clear nail polish.

>>6902168
The handle is screwed into the back of the shield. It's a simple wide handle I got from home depot and there is a strap that my forearm goes into. As for the sword, it goes into a sheath on my side.

I'm not sure if there's a way to use a not-so-obvious hook of some sort near the top of my spine to hang my shield up by the main handle.

This is my first time cosplaying but not my first going to cons.

I'm going with a group and a few of us are doing a Steins Gate theme. I want to go as Ruka. However I don't want to wear the priest dress and would rather base it off this image.

I already got some dark red jeggings that seem to fit but I don't really know what to do with the black top and where to get a good wig. I was thinking of just cutting the neck hole of a black shirt to make it reach my shoulders? But there are those two strap things near his neck and I don't know what they are. For the white lines should I just paint them or something? And do I need some proper paint or can I use acrylic or oil paint I have at home?

Also if it matters, I'm a pretty tall guy (6 ft) and really skinny but my face is not that adrogynous...

So i'm making boot covers and i found a really nice colored fabric but it feels like felt. what kind of material is good for boot covers or does it not really matter that much?

>>6907308
Find something heavy, like a twill.

i really want to do a Dr. Irabu cosplay but i have literally zero experience making mascot heads. does anyone have any good tutorials? i have minimal crafting experience.

Who is the best seller of quality long wigs? (Around 50 inches) My main concern is the thickness and the fibers tangling.

I've done my research and don't want to be suggested sites because they're popular. (Ex. Arda is well recognized/ good color selection/ thick/ but I heard the fibers aren't as soft as other brands and tangle like any cheap ebay wig. But I'm open to suggestions, thank you for any help!

>>6907366
I've had friends order from Arda and say their wigs are really thick and soft. But if you are doubtful then try wigfashion, cosplaydna, or fashiongarden3000 on ebay. Of all the various ebay sellers I've tried, I've gotten the best results from these three.

Alright, my character has three pigtails like this, although she has bangs, and the top pigtail is kind of like a loose bun or short ponytail. How should I go about this?
A pony tail wig with clip on pig tails?
A pig tail wig with a ponytail clipped onto the top?
A simple base wig with all three ponytails as clip ons?

This is for a gijinka, so I do have some leeway.

>>6907366

Anything that long is going to tangle. All you can do is your own preventative maintenance. I suggest a wig conditioning spray. I use it it the last 12 inches of my wigs to stop them from tangling and it works wonders.

>>6907366
Agreed >>6907463. All long wigs will tangle. You want a wig with strong fibres that won't stretch and frizz when you brush them. It might also helps if the fibres tend to stick to each other slightly (being matte helps) and are less prone to flyaways. I've found Arda, cosplaydna and ayanamisatoru the most manageable.

>>6907366
I've heard very good things about epiccosplays long wigs.

Would anybody know of any tutorials or have any hints on how to make a ruff?

Tried a separate post
>>6907602
Didn't get any hits, so I guess I'll post here. If I'm in the wrong board, please direct me to where I could ask for costuming help for Star Wars Sith style.

>>6907805
501st.com
Search for sith lord forums

>>6907784

The Tudor Tailor. They are fantastic, and the go-to on makign Tudor garb.

I need some ideas as to pull off Colress' wig convincingly. I tried googling for some examples but very few seemed to pull it off well. Was wondering if any seagulls could help

What would be the best way to do the pattern around the bottom of the skirt for Shou? It's too complicated for me to sew on as a separate piece, but I don't know what else to use...some kind of iron-on material, or maybe paint it in (using a template)?

I'm not really familiar with fabric paints, so I'm not sure if they would crack over time as the skirt got folded and etc.

>>6910182
do fabric paint, it won't crack. just make sure to wash the fabric beforehand, and once after it's all the way dry.

I used to buy my zentai suits from this store:

zentaifancydress.com

But it just recently stopped making zentais in the color of pic related.

Does anyone else know of a good, cheap store that sells zentais in this colouring of green?

>>6910540
>zentaifancydress.com
Is this place any good? Need a zentai suit.

>>6910557
Yeah it's pretty good! Cheap and quick. HOWEVER, last time I ordered this suit in green, but they no longer carry that colour so they sent me a hideously forest green thing instead.

About how much would it cost to make an averagely beefy muscle suit?

After going to my first con a while ago I want to do some cosplay with friends. After looking for some good, easy and fun cosplay options I settled on Advance wars, with Jake being my choice.
He's easy enough for most things, but how should I handle things like accessories? For example, the headphones, should I just get some cheap headphones and paint them the correct color, or am I better off making my own ones out of foam/hard plastic/whatever the fuck?
Also I'll probably use my own hair, maybe straightening or lightening my hair. Should I just do this for my first time? Everybody on /cgl/ seems to swear by wigs, but it seems a bit excessive for a first cosplay when my target has such easy hair.

Thanks in advance!

Sorry, I know lenses questions are common but I've been digging in the archives with no success.

I'm looking for natural hazel/brown lenses to cover up my rather dark blue ones for cosplay purposes, and I've never in my life owned a pair of lenses before.
I rather like these ones
http://www.foureyez.com/online-shop/contact-lens-colours/hazel-natural-series-contact-lense.html
And thank the gods for that free shipping which I'll need - I'm in europe. Idk if this is a good place to order from though. I don't know how they'll show up on my eyes though? Any advice is helpful.

Pic related, my eye.

I can't find cheap, black and grey houndstooth fabric online anywhere! The only one I found was fleece and...that's not good for a persona 4 school uniform.
If anyone can find me a place that's selling black and gray houndstooth (with the print a decent size, but small is okay too at this point) for under ten dollars a yard, you will be the savior of my birthday.

>>6911033
addendum: If the price is 10.00 a yard that's fine too.

>>6911033
I wasn't able to find grey on black houndstooth, so I bought a white cotton and dyed it grey. I ordered mine from here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Houndstooth-Cotton-Fabric-Doll-Clothes-Apparel-Quilts-Black-White-Per-1-2-Yd-/140971914325?pt=US_Fabric&hash=item20d294b455

I'm planning to make a Squigly cosplay for my next convention. I've got a generally good idea of what to do, but my biggest fear is Leviathan. How would you guys recommend I go about making him and attaching him to the wig and costume so he'll stay? Also, what would you guys recommend I do for her skeletal hand?

So. I plan to cosplay this thing right here next month. I was planning on going with a white zentai suit, but I didn't know if there was anything good for making the eyeball markings on the zentai suit. That and I don't have the brightest idea for making the mask. Do you guys have any ideas? I would really appreciate it.

>>6910540
please respond

>>6910732
PLEASE use a wig, please please please please PLEAAASSSEEE. I know it's your first cosplay, but his hair really isn't that easy to do in real life and you'll be able to keep it in its style off your head. It'll just look better and be harder to mess up. Just get a wig. Get one. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Short-Golden-brown-outwards-spike-bang-cosplay-hair-wig-/160649340796?pt=US_CSA_MWA_Wigs_Extensions&hash=item256772677c might be a good one? You'll need to style it to get the flip using spray.

As for what you should do with the accessories, use your best judgement. Generally, making things yourself will look more picture accurate, but be harder work, and easier to mess up. Personally, I think you should try making the headphones yourself, since finding cheap headphones in that style is going to be very difficult.

This tutorial (http://sychunsa.deviantart.com/art/Headphone-Tutorial-199169256)) shows how to build a pair of headphones from scratch. You will obviously want to modify the design a lot, but it's a good way to get thinking about craft foam.

>>6910878
http://www.uniqso.com/big-eyes-circle-lenses/without-black-rim-circle-lenses/i.fairy-super-crystal-brown How about these? If you have dark blue eyes, the flecks of yellow will look greenish/hazelly.

Foureyez is based in Europe, btw (I think the UK). I got my first pair from there. If you're buying your first pair, you will need to get a care kit with it (or from a local chemist).

And let your lenses soak in the case for a whole 24 hours and wash them in solution again before trying them on. Getting lenses in for the first time is hard enough without them being covered in the slightly caustic antibacterial solution that they are shipped in, and your cornea will thank me.

And read through the official /cgl/ contact lens primer here, if you haven't already:

http://pastebin.com/STTr7AGc

Anybody have any experience with showcosplay?

>>6911109
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Freespirit-Fabric-Designer-Houndstooth-Dark-Grey-100-Cotton-/160922875124?pt=US_Fabric&hash=item2577c034f4
Thoughts on this one?

This is going to sound really newb. But I am a newb at making props and this is my first one. The attached photo is a mockup of what I'm making using packaging tape to check what it looked like vaguely assembled. I am wondering what I should use to attach all the rings when I'm ready to?

Obviously they're al going to be spray painted first etcetcetc.

All I can think of right now is using my hotglue gun.

>>6911967
Thanks a lot, I've been looking for the contact lens pastebin!

Uniqso's shipping will add up to a bit too much I think, can't risk the cheap option due to time constraints because I'm an idiot and didn't think about this in time, but thank you anyhow, and thanks for the tip!

>>6912029
>http://www.ebay.com/itm/Freespirit-Fabric-Designer-Houndstooth-Dark-Grey-100-Cotton-/160922875124?pt=US_Fabric&hash=item2577c034f4
The colors are good, but my only concern is they don't give you a size for the houndstooth, I guess you could ask the seller. But the print of it doesn't really look all that clean.

>>6912041
First, paint LAST, because otherwise your prop is going to disintegrate as the paint falls off and takes your parts with it, because whatever glue you use will be attached to the paint instead of the structure. It won't last a day, guaranteed, if you can even get it to hold together.

Second, try two-part epoxy, it's incredibly strong once it's cured. Just don't screw it up the first time, because you probably aren't getting them back apart without breaking something. I'd sand some flattened spots where the rings meet if you can, too, so you have a good surface to bond.

Do test pieces, always do test pieces. You could use some kind of filler after the fact to get a smooth appearance around the joints before you paint as well.

>>6912227
Thanks anon! Much appreciated.

Hm, well I feel blind.

Anyway.

1: Is jersey knit a good material to use for a school uniform jumper (summer con)?
2: Is there anything I should know about sewing with jersey knit? I've heard you guys say it's tricky.

Should I applique or should I paint?

>>6912325

The yellow parts, I mean.

>>6911951
Thanks a lot for the reply!

>>6912327
>>6912325
None of the shapes are too complicated, you could applique it, as long as you have the pacients for it. If you don't, then just use the freezer paper method and paint it.

>>6912325
>>6912467
Agreed with Ukraine, it really depends on the time you want to spend on it. I think the applique will look better. You can use the sew through applique w/ satin stitching, or the no sew stuff.

>>6912325
depends how lazy you are. I feel that generally applique looks better, but it takes a long ass time to stitch all that on.

>>6912102
She said the print's 1/8".

>>6912490
>>6912474
>>6912467

Oh, okay, thanks a ton! Looks like I'll go with applique then, and maybe practice on some scraps before hand to make sure I don't fuck it up.

>>6912500
Applique isn't too difficult! If you have some heat n bond. You can apply that first before you do the actual applique and you won't have to worry about pins everywhere.

I want to do a group Gintama cosplay with some friends, but unfortunately I'm not the tallest one in our group so I can't be Gintoki. I'm wondering how I can make Shinpachi's costume not so generic. I'm thinking of maybe getting some thicker rim glasses than he has. As a group it shouldn't be a problem, but I don't want people to just think I'm some random weab. Any advice /cgl/?

>>6912681
as an individual, I don't want people to think I'm some random weab*

Anyone have a good underbust corset pattern?

I'm trying to figure out how to do Vanellope's wand. I've never done resin casting before, and all the tutorials I've looked at are just simple shapes, nothing like cramming a dowel rod into a mold.

My current idea is to find a similarly sized cookie cutter or layer some wooden discs to the right size and mold around it with clay and then cram the dowel rod into the mold through one side. That way it's held in place and the resin is molded around it without compromising the mold. Or is that dumb?

>>6913147
I can't find the right tutorial right now, it was a gelatinous cube miniature with a guy embedded halfway inside of it. Anyway, just saw the dowel off, embed the short end inside the mold and make absolutely certain it's flush with the wall of the mold, and then glue/screw it together when it's done.

>>6912999
Poke around some historical costumer sites, they got the mad hookups.

derp

Anyone know good places to read up on lighting and electronics shit? After I learn how to shove one on/off LED into a cosplay, I'd kind of like to figure out some fancy shit like programming light sequences.

>>6913147

We used cheap chemistry tubes as molds to make resin rods. Once the resin is cured, carefully break the tube (wear eye protection, thick gloves, etc).

>>6913255
http://learn.adafruit.com/category/leds

sorry for my bad english

this is how I made some molds

no it´s not a blue penis

>>6913300
Thank you, some of those are exactly what I wanted.

can someone help me with ice queens top? particularly the breast area. i cant seem to find any patterns, and i just can't figure out how to sew it.

Please help me if you know this:
I have found the perfect shoes for my cosplay. I know that painting will be required so shoe painting tutorials or paint suggestions are appreciated.
My biggest question is: the perfectly shaped shoes I found are only available in a patent finish. Can patent finish ( some sort of poly or vinyl I assume) still be painted without peeling or cracking?
Thanks in advance.

>>6912239
1. Depends on the fit of the jumper. If it's a baggy fit, it'll look silly, but if it's just a tight pullover, you can probably get away with it.
2. You need to use ball-point needles with jersey if you are using a machine. You also need to take into account that it stretches. Your seams will be stretched from the feed dogs if you don't stabilize them, which will result in a lumpy seam. However, you need to allow the fabric to stretch naturally, so a stretch or zig/zag stitch is usually advised in areas that will experience movement.

My 11 year old little brother loves Ika Musume and wants to do a cosplay. I'm all excited, he's so thin and short and perfect, so I told him I'd sew it for him. I can make the dress easy, but that hair...
I would usually pull a wig into shape with wire or something, but that's a lot of work and money for a half-joke cosplay.
I was thinking about a fleece wig, those usually look like ass, but it might be more practical.
Anyone know how to make one not terribly?

>>6913512
it just looks like a sweetheart neckline

>>6914004
Blue wig, make squid hat, match blue cotton fabric to wig color, make tentacles out if fabric, sew to hat. Wear both wig and tentacle hat at the same time.

What does everyone here think about embellishing costumes?

I like wire wrapping as a hobby and want to add extra details to the costume since the original is very basic. I plan on being mindful to the character and the original proportions. But, when I see other costumes and something is (missing/wrong/ different) I sometimes get really bothered.

>>6914183

I think it mostly depends on execution and the approach you're taking to adapting the character to 3D. If you're taking the more 'screen accurate' approach, extra embellishments can look kind of wonky, but if you're more 'real clothes' in your approach it'll probably look fine if it works with the rest of the outfit?

Im looking for a spandex type version of pick related. A face mask type that hugs the skin and possibly goes onto the shoulders a bit.
Problem is, I'm good at making armor, not so good at sewing. The helmet peice Came out great, but I cant seem to get a good, comfortable rotating neck peice down, so theres exposed skin and the pictures taken irk me. I need something covering it, so I need a nice cowl fr under neath that can tuck into the chest piece and under the shoulders. Anyone know where I can find such a thing?

>>6914183

I feel like... it's okay, if the goal is to make the costume hyper realistic and effort is put into every part of the costume. Especially when it comes to female costumes. Like extra jewelery for a character known to be rich and most likely own/wear fancy necklaces and rings, or a well-made damask for an Asian style outfit, especially those Chinese dresses even if they don't illustrate such pattern.

But to start doting on unnecessary it might not look good. Adding in say 'new shoes' or hair accessories that don't exist nor even implied to exist. Picture not related.

Ahh well, I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this, but here goes.

Does my real hair look alright with lolita?

And are my glasses alright for classic lolita? If not, any suggestions on glasses for lolita?

Criticism and suggestions would be much appreciated!

>>6914512
Yeah, it looks fine

>>6914512
Eh, your hair is kind of thin and looks like it'll lose it's style after 30min, so your call, but you'd probably be better off with a wig and no glasses, little more make up. It looks like you have none on.

>>6914512
actually your hair is perfect for lolita... i'm jealous

>>6914512
Your hair looks fine, although I would make one suggestion. Maybe get your bangs shaped a little more? At the moment it looks kind of bulky, like you've just swept a chunk of hair to one side. It's a similar issue that you see with people who wear wigs straight out of the bag without any sort of styling. Other than that, your hair is cute and your glasses look perfectly fine.

>>6914537

I don't normally wear much makeup daily, mascara, face powder, blush, I was just wearing what I normally wear because I had just got home. I would definitely wear more for lolita, though.

>>6914515
>>6914579
>>6914577

Thanks, and yes I need to get them trimmed or trim them myself for sure. They are always really hard to style when they get this long.

Thank you very much for the feedback!

I really want to cosplay Isabelle.
Any suggestions on how to go about the wig?
Try and make the ears and top knot out of wefts or make them plush or something?

how 2 get girls @ cons

>>6914004
>>6914010
I think it'd be enough just to cut out a bunch of tentacle arrow shapes out of craft foam like pic related and attach them to the hat, since you're not srs-mode-ing this.

>>6915052
Sorry, meant for
>>6914039

How would one hold a foam cutout in the shape you want so you can hot glue it without risk of it looking like shit? I need to bend some foam to make an arm, but I can't get it to be perfect. Any tips?

>>6915266
Wish I could see what you mean, hard time envisioning it. But one thing I have found out over time: Tasks that are hard to do alone, are usually a shit ton easier with someone else helping. one of you focuses keeping shape, the other glues, hold and mold.

I'm planning on doing my first cosplay in a few months; Captain Marvel. The thing that's bothering me is that rope folding the layers of her cape.
I can;t find gold rope ANYWHERE that isn't too thick, or too thin. My graduation cords are a perfect size, but I'm a bit loathe to start chopping them up. Any suggestions?
Also; the gold paint lining her outfit/cape: what do I use that won't look metallic-y OR like dull fabric paint?

>>6915471
http://www.honorsgraduation.com/honor-cords.htm

You can buy cords, I picked the first site I saw. If your's are the best width for what you need they are standard sizes from what I believe from working graduation every year.

Can i get wig suggestions for Asako Natsume from Tonari no Kaibutsu? (see pic). I've seen some places selling wigs specifically for her, but they don't really look right.

>>6915550
>you can just buy cords
NOW EVERYTHING I ACCOMPLISHED IN HIGH SCHOOL SEEMS A LIE
Thanks for the steer, anon. Will def be utilizing that resource.

Woo, I really need help with my armor for Sumia (see pic). I'm working with Worbla (have about half of a jumbo roll left, should be enough for both arms if I guesstimated right), but I also have tons and tons of craft foam or can run to a craft store and get more stuff if really necessary.

Anyway, so far I have just the chestplate. It's not perfect, but for the level I'm at I think it's decent, and will look much nicer when painted. I think I can navigate myself through the fingers and gauntlets fairly easily, they're not tough stuff... but the SHOULDERS, I'm sorta stumped on. For the shoulders, I can't figure out how I can make that shape 'neatly' in Worbla. is there something common that I can form it over to make it accurate?

>>6915574
Try Arda's Ferrari? For color, try pumpkin or warm light brown.

Now, I need a little help. I'm trying to pick out material for Mami Tomoe, but I'm having a hell of a time finding the right gold material. I found this material, but I was worried it was too shiny. Here it is in direct sunlight with my shitty camera

>>6915688
And here it is in indoor lighting.

I also found a nice suede-type material that was more tan than this gold.

I was planning on making the corset out of some pleather I found if that changes anything

>>6915696
I'd skip the shine. The suede sounds like a better idea, unless the nap is super obvious.

>>6913512
Not saying this is a perfect method, (and sorry, I don't think I took progress pictures while I was making it), but I made the darker blue part first, essentially as a bra shape, using a stiff bra of mine as a guide for the pattern. I am NOT a seamstress, so this might even be ill advised. But basically I made the shape of that dark blue design, just the basic shape without really patterning it (but using my bra as size reference). cut it out twice, sewed them together and inverted them like a pillow so the seams looked nice and the weird.. dick hanging off the bottom looked nice too. Then I pinned it to the sides of my bra (while wearing it) and put four darts in- one on the bottom of each boob and one on the top of each boob, messing around with the pinning until it felt like it fit nicely against my bra. Sewed the darts (careful to make sure the seams still end up together, maybe do a basting stitch), flipped around so the darts were on the inside of the dress, and then applique'd the bottom of the 'bra' straight to the rest of the dress. For the weird side pieces I just applique'd long rounded rectangles straight over the 'bra.'

tl;dr, make a bra and then applique it onto the dress. Sorry if that's confusing, hope it makes a little sense. ;-; Clearly mine doesn't fit perfectly so I'm sure there's better methods

I want to cosplay one of Sakizo's artwork after seeing them on here! However, I am at a loss on how to go about even constructing her corsets/bustiers (the one on the left).

Do I use an old bra as a base? How can I cover it neatly? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

>>6915732
Damn, I thought so since shiny is a no-go 99% of the time. Mami's skirt is so hard to find material for. It's this strange yellow/tan/gold that's had me yanking my hair out for the last year.
I just realized though that the reverse side of the material isn't shiny and has a pretty interesting texture. I'm going back to Joanns tomorrow though, so I'll take another look at the suede and see what works better.

Sometimes I feel like choosing material is the hardest part of the costume.

>>6915780
Eh, I'm actually okay with shine sometimes (like on Madoka - I freaking love when people pile on swarths of tacky lace and satin). I just think that Mami is more down to earth, so a frilly, shiny, costume wouldn't suit her. The reverse might work as long as you're careful about how you line it.

Fabric is by far the hardest part man. Once you find that, it's just a matter not screwing up so you don't waste it.

>>6911210
You're probably best doing Leviathan with some kind of foam or a PVC pipe, then painting over it. You want him to be super light if he's gonna be attached to your wig, otherwise it'll get pulled off every time you bump into him. Is he actually attached to her hair in-game? Or could you get away with making him a prop to just carry around, instead?

Remember though, a lot of the skullgirl designs just wouldn't work in real life. Don't be afraid to make compromises if it means your costume will stay intact for the whole con. You don't want a super-accurate cosplay that falls apart the minute you walk through the doors.

As for the hand, try using body/face paint to outline the bones on a black background. It would look pretty neat, and if you decide you don't like it, you can always hide that hand in photos.

Ive been working on a Raidou Kuzunoha cosplay for a con late july, and while i have most of it ready, im slightly stumped on how to make these "capsules" well call them. I dont have too much experince on actually making a cosplay, so any help will be appreciated. They remind me of something i can find at a hardware or even auto store

Quick question. I have a shirt I just bought, I love the front of it and think it would go great with a lolita dress but it's sleeveless (a small bit of fabric comes out from the shoulder area).
Would it be a huge no no?

>>6915883
Wear something like a cardigan? No one will notice as long as you don't take it off.

>>6915912
Yeah, I'll do that. It'll also hide the see through patch on the top of the shirt.

>>6915862
That looks a lot like the base-part of an X-acto knife, without the blade. If you can foot the bill, you could just buy a couple of those and find some kind of O-ring to screw into the chuck (the top of the base), instead of a blade? And, bonus, at the end you have a couple X-acto knives!

>>6915388
Sorry for the cloudy explanation. Let me try and say it in a better way.

I have these 4 pieces of foam I've cut out, and to make them into the shapes I need (pic related), I need to wrap two long pieces into shape/glue them to make the arms, and do some voodoo magic with the other two pieces to make the elbow. The problem is, I can't get the pieces to stay in shape as I glue them. I'm afraid if I do it without it looking perfect whilst gluing, that it'll come out like shit.

>>6915933
Dawwwwwww, look at the apron.
Admire the dedication anon, that looks awesome so far.
Sorry I have no advice, I use Mexican ingenuity to get my diy projects done.

>>6915935
Unfortunately that's not me. Hopefully what comes out of this will look as good as what he did, though.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8qglSV74XY

>>6915940
Oh, regardless, I'm sure yours will look just as good.

Thought I'd ask this here before I bothered the lolitas. I have a question about petticoats- my friend and I are cosplaying the two in the pic, and I was just wondering if there were any specific shapes/types you guys would recommend? I'm just worried about sewing the costumes and it looking fine until we put the petticoats on and they give us the wrong shape. Opinions?

Thought I'd ask this here before I bothered the lolitas. I have a question about petticoats- my friend and I are cosplaying the two in the pic, and I was just wondering if there were any specific shapes/types you guys would recommend? I'm just worried about sewing the costumes and it looking fine until we put the petticoats on and they give us the wrong shape. Opinions?

>>6915976
Malco modes or victorian girl dress on ebay. VG only carries child sizes, but if you're cosplaying her you might be able to fit them.

>>6915933
Heat up the foam first, then wrap it around something that has the same width and shape that you want it to be, apply glue, and either hold it tightly in place while it dries, or tie it around the base object and leave it for a few days.

>>6915976
Lolita here. There are two types of petticoats, A-line and cupcake. The shape depends on how you constructed your skirt.

If your skirt was one long rectangle of fabric sewn into loop and then gathered to the waistband, then use a cupcake petti. If you don't, the top of the skirt (around the hip area) will have fabric bunched up weirdly since there's too much fabric and not enough poof there.
(Mine is from Dear Celine, if you go with Malco Modes, this may help: http://egl.livejournal.com/15603459.html).).

If your skirt was flared (ie- has curved edges, skirt sort of resembles a pizza slice with the point cut off), then use an A-line petti, otherwise the hip area will look strained because there's too much petti underneath while the skirt looks limp nearer the knees as there's more fabric and not enough poof there. A-line pettis: Classical Puppets, Malco Modes.

the exception to this rule, if you have a super poofy skirt (around 3 metres in the hem), usually the best is to layer a cupcake petti and an A-line petti together (layering two cupcakes tends to give you big hips but a loose skirt around the knees. Not sure about layering two A-lines though)

>>6915793
I agree, I agree. I'm that way with Sailor Myu cosplay. Pile on the tackiest ric-rack and satin you can find. I'll also agree with the Mami part, she's so steampunk/western she needs a little grittiness.

Not screwing up is the easy part for sure, since I make a million mock ups before actually doing anything.

Thanks for your help Anon!
[spoiler/] I kinda want to cosplay Madoka just to get some tacky frilly shit out of my system [/spolier]

I'm planning out a Moe Homura cosplay, and have been looking into eyewear.
I wear glasses full time, and have a hard time wearing contact lens, so I was looking into a pair of one-time use prescription red glasses from Zenni Optical.
Does anyone have experience/opinions of them, or what to expect? I'm not expecting amazing glasses, I just need them to work for a weekend so I can run an artist table/work on commissions, while still being accurate.
I know official Homura glasses exist, but 60$ for non-prescription frames is a bit ridiculous for me.

>>6916185
Thank you so, so much! You have no idea how helpful this was, this is exactly what I was wondering. I think both of them well end up with flared skirts, but I'm willing to be layering the two will look the best. To taobao~

Made a coat for the first time ever, and like a dumbass I sewed the coat together first instead of attaching the lining.

I've tried to sew the lining into the coat but it's a nightmare. I've sewed the sides and bottom, but I can't get the shoulder right or even work out how to line it up to cut the arm holes in it. What can I do?

>>6899394

pretty sure tour fine as long as it doesnt work.

>>6916481
Most linings I've done were like the garment inside out, then sewn in along the collar, down the front by the buttons/zipper, and at the end of the sleeves only. Depending on the coat style the lining may or may not be sewn along the bottom hem. You probably don't need to worry about the shoulder seams.

>>6916481
...you didn't cut the arm holes before sewing in the lining? I think most linings are added to a nearly complete garment anyway, you may only have to undo a few hems

>>6899832
multiple connection points with your torso. at least one on top, one on bottom, one on either side.

how you fasten it'll be based on what your costume's made of and how it's shaped, ie. if you have a shirt/top part separate you could use it to hide a belt that holds the tail in place, etc.

stuff it for rigidity like>>6899841
said, but watch the weight, if it's heavy it'll stretch your costume out.

>>6916584
*smacks head* Turning the coat inside out! Genius! That will make things a lot easier. Thanks anon!

>>6916589
Nope, I reiterate, first time making a coat and being a dumbass

>>6916614
Glad to help! I thought you were worried about sewing it to the armscyes or something, heh.

>>6907448
Lemme guess animal crossing?

I am making these for a cosplay, and I added LED lights into them. Now my problem is that I dunno how to mount them and deal with the battery pack. If you check the lower right hand corner of the pic, that is the battery box. The wing is made of fantasy film and 16 gauge fence wire. I still need to make three other parts (another wing plus two lower wings) I think im regreting trying to do this but I want to finish it.

>>6916357
I've used Zenni and gotten some decent pairs before, I lost my $200 pair recently and ordered a new one from Zenni for under $10 (like $25 w/shipping and coating)-- they're pretty much just as good as the $200 pair. Go for it.

>Going to Otakon,
>need to finish my cosplay,
>missing most important piece,
>dont know how to sow a jacket,

God please any of you know where a man can buy this jacket? I'm going as the Captain from Hellsing.

I'm even learning German phrases for the part :C

>>6917272
it's spelled "sew". also i'd recommend hitting up your local good will if you don't want to make a jacket like that yourself, it's probably your best bet

>>6916702

Is that a sord I see?

>>6907340
it's kind of hard to do a minimal crafting mascot head. although it may pain you to do so, try a furry head tutorial.

i'M pulling together a femme joker for an upcoming con, thoughts on this jacket for it?

I need to buy fancy buckles for some straps for strappy things.

Online sites list several sizes for buckles like 3/4" or 1". Is that the total size of the buckle or the size of the strap the buckle will be fitted on to?

>>6917438
pretty damn good option.

>>6917292

im so bad at it I cant even spell it properly. guess ill go with the thrift shop option. thanks!

>>6917445
Are you me? Just went through the same problem. But I did find out: 99% of the time its listing the size of the strap it can fit and not the size of the buckle. I got a lot of 10 for $5 that all came in way too big because I mixed that up, so be careful, ask the seller to be sure.

>>6917438
>femme joker
>not duela dent

This is why I hate people.

>>6917502
Thanks! I just wanted to get a second opinion before I order some fancy-ass buckles for a ridiculous price.

this is my first time cosplaying and i already have a vague idea of how i would do the mask. i just knew more options on how to do it


pic related
i want to do the cat/judge mask

>>6917629
shit i meant need

I'd like to make pic related for part of a Halloween costume.

Can you guys please estimate how many yards of cloth I will need?

>>6917916
Back

>>6917919
How it's supposed to be worn

>>6917916
well... have you sewn something like this before, or will you be having someone else make it for you?

>>6917938
I haven't sewn anything like this before, but I have plenty of time until October, so I have plenty of time to learn.

Currently working on Belldandy. Would anyone have good tips or techniques on how to attach those triangles in a clean fashion? Would Heat n' Bond work, and any advice on the type of material to use for it?

>>6917945
Another reason is that repros are fucking expensive simply because the era isn't super popular and I think I can beat the $200+ price.

I have a surplus Swiss jacket that I think is kind of similar so I can try to make a pattern from that.

>>6917272
Go to a military surplus.

>>6917990
Never mind found a pattern.

http://www.costumes.org/history/victorian/CPG/13/gallery/index.htm

Due to tl;dr I'm gonna have to use sports tape binding for an entire con. Does anyone have tips (other than not wearing it too long, taking it off if it hurts, and soaking to take it off) for making it more comfortable?

What character is it? Generally Ben Nye is the go to for costume makeup, but that's about all I can tell you without knowing what you need to do

I bought my first curly wig a month or so, and I wore it once or twice and it got pretty tangled so I decided to brush it, but when I brushed it all the curls came out and now it's just kind of wavy with a few proper curls.
How can I get the curls back to how they were? I think it's heat resistant so is that the only way?

How do I draft big drapey bell sleeves like this? It's probably easy but I'm having trouble visualizing it. If anyone makes this kind of stuff and knows any tricks to getting the shape right I'd really appreciate your advice.

>>6918265
Some curly wigs get their curl back if you wash them and let them dry naturally. It's more likely with non-heat-resistant, so try it on a small section.
>>6918236
Not sure who you're responding to, but Mehron and Kryolan are other solid brands.

>>6918429
Assuming you mean the drapey sleeves and not the guy's bell sleeves, each side of the sleeve basically has a huge triangle on the end, adjust to taste.

>>6917548
>cosplay Duela
>"nice Joker!"
Might as well give the people what they want.

>>6918429
Last time I made bell sleeves they were basically a giant half circle, and I used the pattern in my pic. Check out Buttrick or Simplicity for patterns, their costume sections are pretty awesome.

Seems like the proper place to ask.
I'm in market for some Pros Aide. I intend to make some boy paint with it. (I will only be needing about 10 or so ounces.)

I came across monstermakers.com and their prices are pretty affordable, but I was wondering if they were trustworthy.
I'd like to know if any of you have experience with them or if you know of any other retailers that carry Pros Aide??

What is the best material to use for her arms? I want to be able to lift them without assistance, move them well, yet for them to be sturdy.
Cardboard seems to be the popular choice?

>>6918548
Welp, forgot the picture

>>6918553
Cardboard or foam, yeah, hollow but with some kind of support structure inside.

>>6918429
Basically a large circle or oval, with the sleeve opening placed off-center. You can make it less bulky and give it more of a shaped-drape by making it half an oval (cut across the longest part, not the shortest) and sewing the long sides together.

>>6917438
I actually really like this jacket but the asymmetrical hem is driving me nuts.

I ran across this tutorial that uses fabric paint as a substitute for bodypaint.(Except for your face of course)

http://thelandofdewandglass.tumblr.com/post/44018430969/takisiski-sorry-for-the-bulk-post-requested

has anyone tried this?
I'm a little iffy about it

Where can I buy nice bridal satin online? Don't have tons of time to order swatches and sit on it.

Or would you recommend a different fabric for pic related?

>>6918731
>>6918461
Thank you!

>>6918797
Where do you guys buy your fabrics anyways?

I'm looking for a khaki wool serge or similar fabric for
>>6917916


, but I can't seem to find that color.

I suppose melton would be fine as well, but I can't find that color either.

I know you guys hate satin with a burning passion but I've had some for a while and I want to use it for Kasen's chinese apron thing. Are there any ways to make satin look good? Also, any shackle tutorials/advice out there?

>>6918931
If it's good satin, it's fine. If it's shitty satin, try using the duller side.

>>6912041
Sorry, this is SUPER late and hopefully you're still looking at the thread...but if that pole is metal (which it appears to be), watch out. Some cons won't like that at all, no metal props rules and all that.

Just a heads-up. Hate to see something finished then fail weapons check just because it's got metal.

>>6918931
Bridal satins are fine.
Chinese garments are usually made with silk or brocade, which is the kind of shine you'll want to look for.

>>6919241
Any advice on buying bridal satin online?
I looked at distinctive fabrics bridal satin and was skeptical because of how cheap it is. I would just get a swatch but it's kind of last minute.

>>6915758
Don't know if you're still around, but try searching for cupped corsets.
http://corsetmakers.livejournal.com/tag/miscellaneous%7Cbras%20and%20cupped%20corsets

Hey guys, I could really use some advice on my first cosplay. I haven't got any pics of progress so far, because there isn't much.
I am doing my first cosplay ever as a gang member from Akira. Not a specific person, more of an original design that takes from the characters. I have my goggles and I am working on the weapon (the pipe with screws in it) What I am having trouble with is a fitting outfit. I was thinking about ripping the sleeves off a hoodie and wearing a longsleeve or baseball style tshirt under it, but I just don’t think that is good enough. I would like to add a little something to it. I kind of wanted to put the Kanegawa Wave on the back of the hoodie, but I can’t find any patches, and I don’t want to do a cheap iron on. Any suggestions? As for the rest, I was just going to wrap a white cloth around my face, wear jeans and boots, and maybe have some white wrapping around an arm or knee. I might also add some blood on my clothes and head. I guess I am looking for tips, suggestions and help. I don’t want to show up to the con as a randomly dressed idiot that no one will know what I am going for.

How important is accuracy of glasses on a cosplay? I'm throwing something easy together last minute but my hold up are the glasses. The character wears silver oval wire frames and and I have thin black hornrim frames. I'm trying to get this ready for AX (learned on Monday I would be able to go). Are the glasses a super huge deal? I don't know my prescription, but I plan on getting accurate glasses eventually, just won't have them in time for AX. Will it look super weird to have different glasses? It's for Nakamura from Aku no Hana.

What would be the best material to make goggles out of? i have some to use as a base but they arent the right shape. I feel like fimo or something would come out too chunky

I'm going to customise a denim jacket, but I don't know anything about fabric paint. What are the best brands, and the ones to avoid? Thanks in advance.

reccomendations for places to buy LEDs and related pieces?

>>6921594
My favorite fabric paint brand is Folkart. You can get it from Michael's or JoAnns. Haven't had an issue with it yet.

>>6921598
Radio Shack

>>6917272
In the canon it is a genuine German jacket, very similar to the M42 greatcoat.
If you can get your hands on one, you can cheat the collar into proper shape; only issue is that those things are very, very expensive(150eur+).

Protip from a fellow Günsche Cosplayer:
1: The quality of the guns is extremely important, take your time.
2: Get the correct boots, if possible, get the original.
3: Buy the coat to fit properly; in the canon, the coat can be seen to be very loose around the stomach but absolutely perfect around the shoulders, there is sadly no cut that would mimic this. If you have to go against canon, go at least for something that really suits you.

>>6919241
Haahahaha no way I'm affording those, I'll stick to the satin.

Excuse me if this is a stupid question, but this seems the best place to ask. What BB cream would you recommend for a guy with light skin that's also a little oily? I'll be outside a lot and don't want the sun to stomp the shit out of my precious face.

Guys. I need help finding a tutorial on drafting my own princess seam strapless gown.

Or help finding a pattern to make it, that will fit the petticoat I bought for it.

>>6917272

doesn't he not talk? I didn't finish the series but I rememvber him like, not talking ever.

>>6921790
Actually, you can get brocade for pretty cheap at Joann. The trick to it: Find the coupons in the Sunday paper (there's usually a 40/50% one item) and then download their app if you have a smartphone. There's usually several more 30-60% off coupons and you can stack them.

I can almost guarantee that a satin is going to pucker wildly when sewing the trim on. Long straight seams often do, unless you are some kind of wizard with tension settings and have a feeder foot.

>>6921863
Just buy a pattern. It's easy to add fullness to a skirt with gores or by slicing up the pattern and expanding it before cutting (see pic)

>>6921870
to do that, I can just cut it into strips, right? And spread them apart until the desired fullness? Thanks...

I decided to be economic and wash a costume and a shirt at the same time and I kind of totally forgot that I'd dyed all the trim on the costume, so now my white shirt is a very splotchy blue.

RIT dye remover isn't an option since the shirt has a screen print on it. Any suggestions for getting the dye out of my shirt?


>>6921790
You wouldn't need much of it, you could probably fabric like that to a manageable price with a 50% coupon from Joann's if there's one close to you. Casa satin should probably be ok though.

>>6921876

I don't think rit dye remover bothers screen prints. Screen prints are ink/paint. Not dye.

>>6921886
That was my first thought, but a friend said not to do it? I'm worried that the chemicals would destroy the print.

>>6911210
Lightweight craft foam/expanding foam for Leviathan. Also maybe look up some of the homestuck tutorails for horns since they have ones that help with attaching large things to your head.
For the skeletal hand make a armglove out of some tights and draw the bone details onto it. Also her back has part of her spine and internal organs showing.

>>6907366
I have a long Arda and a long Epic cosplay and I've found that the Epic one is MUCH easier to untangle. It might be the slippery smooth fibers that Arda's wigs just don't have. But at the same time, Arda looks a lot better in various lighting than the Epic one.

>>6921799
No one? Perhaps a different board would be preferred?

>>6922026
Am I the only one in the world who doesn't really like arda?

I have two of their wigs. A black and a blonde ferrari.. And I absolutely hate them. They're my least favorite wigs. They don't feel very nice, and there are several spots where you can see through the wig because they're thin. And at the very top, the wefts look crimped and gross.

Did I just get a bad bunch?

>>6911210
Pool noodle?

I am a shoe size 10/11.
I never wore heels before, but I need to for an upcoming cosplay.

I heard you have to downsize when buying heels, if so, how much? Should I just go with a 10 since I am a half size above?

>>6922088
Just try them on, walking around a bit, and see what fits. Heels are the kind of thing that you really want to fit well, so until you get a very good idea about the sizing I'd avoid buying online. Don't buy smaller than is comfortable unless they're leather.

>>6922122
Sadly I have to buy online.
I need plain black mary-janes.
Almost impossible to find, especially in my size (anything above a 9)
Which is why I ask

>>6922032
I'd try the makeup thread.

>>6922153
Gotcha.

I don't normally come here. Sorry

Which would look better on someone who's 5'9" and pretty thin: skirt or JSK?

Hey guys, I'm kinda stuck.
I want to start sewing but I'm on a budget. I want a good machine, that's dependable and something I can use, that won't break after the first few uses.
I plan to use it to sew the edges of shirts (like, fold the edge under then sew it closed) that I cut the sleeves off of,(mostly cotton shirts, like graphic tees.) and to sew fabric onto shorts to add patterns (like the comic book shorts and floral print shorts). So, I don't think I need anything too complicated. I wont be using it to make dresses or anything complex like that. Any help/experience? Any help is much appreicated.
I've tried a few google searches and read a few articles but I feel so lost.
I want to keep my budget under $100, if possible.
Also, do sewing machines need a lot of maintence/extra parts that need to be bought seperately?

>>6922869
If you are planning to sell the t shirts you make then you will need a cover seamer which is a specialist piece of equipment and not cheap
If you only want to make things for yourself then just get a sewing machine - buy a basic machine, you do not need 500 different types of stitch, the only ones required are straight and a zig zag with the facility to adjust the stitch size.
The only extra parts you usually need to buy usually are different foot attachments e.g zipper foot

I advise you invest in a few basic classes first though as you sound pretty confused about what you're doing - your sewing tutor will be able to recommend you a machine that suits your budget and direct you to places to buy them locally

>>6922907
Yes, it's just for me and maybe for my friends.
sewing tutor? And thank you for the help though much of it didn't make too much sense to me. ;_; I feel like sewing is another language.

>>6922920
Ahh I wouldn't bother with the cover seamer then

Take a few classes in sewing, if some of what I said didn't make sense then it's definitely worth your while to take them. By sewing tutor I meant the person who would be tutoring you in the classes should you chose to take them - you could teach yourself but I honestly feel that tutors are invaluable for beginners as they can stop you wasting money on terrible machines and correct mistakes

I use a Janome 1012, I've had it for around 3 years - never had a problem with it or had to fix anything

>>6922940
>Janome 1012
That machine is kind of out of my budget, unless there's no way to get anything good for less, I suppose I'll have to save up.
And okay, I'll look into some.

>>6922940
Would I be safe with getting a mini?

I have a question about accuracy vs. looking good. The character I'm trying to cosplay wears converse hi-tops but those shoes make my legs look stumpy. Should I just suck it up or switch to low tops instead?

>>6922998
Sometimes it's worth shelling out a little extra cash for something better, you can get cheap machines but the money you would have to spend fixing them every time they break makes them not worth it in the long run.
Oh and Brother domestic machines are absolutely terrible, do not buy them

>>6923008
Do you mean a mini sewing machine? If yes then no do not bother. I own one myself and it's godawful, I prefer to haul my Janome around the country than take my mini. If you're unsure about getting a machine then perhaps borrow a friends until you are sure that this is what you want. The general rule with sewing is "go hard or go home" you don't have to spend $$$$ but you do have to invest in quality materials, hard wearing equipment and most importantly time + patience

>>6923118
Ah alright. I kinda figured that out from some reviews I've read too. Thank you for the help, anon, I'm going to go over to my girlfriends house who has a few machines, she offered to show me the ropes haha.

New help thread!
>>6924649