/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

I found pic related the other day and though it would be cute with the right stuff but wasn’t sure if it was acceptable to wear Disney in loli.
would it be horrible if I made a coord with this in it?

>>6924660
Wear what you like. If you fear that the result isn't Lolita enough or that people may mock you for not following he rules then wear it, be happy, but don't post pics on the Internet.

Google is failing me. Is there a special name for these buttons and can you buy them on a strip instead of sewing them all on by hand?

>>6924660
Disney in loli should be fine, I see girls with Disney themed coords a lot. Not sure on the shirt itself though, but its hard to tell with tshirts when they're laid flat.

>>6924660
I think that top works because the cut and sleeves are pretty feminine.

>>6924698
I want to make a coord that would be lolita, so I was just making sure I followed the rules a bit. Thanks though!
>>6924805
Okay! Thanks for that, the shirt fits well and isn't baggy and I thought it'd be really cute with a polka dotted and lace skirt and it'd be easy to find socks and stuff for it. It looks loliable so as long as Disney is fine I'm sure I can coord it well.

>>6924839
Yeah it's a pretty nice shirt! It has a really cute overall design and I got it for only $8.

>>6924752
Fabric or satin covered buttons, and no. I've never heard of buttons coming on a strip. Snaps maybe but never buttons.

What would be cute to make with this fabric?

I will do Mamizou from th13.5 and I have a question. Should I leave the tail to hang down or should I fasten it to stay upright (and how)?

Bump

>>6925017
HHHNNNGGG That fabric looks good for a pijama

>>6925017
Curtains for a small childs bedroom

>>6925754
Oh it really does! Thanks a lot anon!
>>6925755
If only there was a little kid to make some curtains for.. It'd be so cute!

help me with this question, i'm /sp/. Why is this board full of womyn and faggot hipsters?

I'm going to cosplay John Doe from Dream Eater Merry for Japan Expo USA. I'd like some opinions on fabric for the body suit and tail. I was thinking of buying a zentai suit and modifying it but… will my binders be really obvious underneath?

And in the manga, his tail looks like it's actually furry, while in the anime it looks like it's the same material as his body suit. Which version should I go with? Or should I use whatever fabric the body suit is made out of but give it the little spikes in the manga version?

I just want to make a simple Zackarie mask
Should I go paper mache, cardboard, or something else? I kinda want it to have some weight to it so it'll last longer than a cardstock mask, and at least curve a little to fit bitter on my face.
And there's also the issue that I want to see where the fuck I'm going
I'm thinkin' cutting out the eye holes, then backing them with some see-through black material. And I guess having some dimension to the teeth would be nice...maybe not as simple...

>>6926035
I saw this in another thread, maybe it'll help?
http://cissaisthisyou.tumblr.com/post/48844082684/yay-a-zacharies-mask-tutorial-dd

Is there any way to get a pair of pants/shirt/skirt/whatever to look less faded via dying?

I know you can keep whites looking brighter with a drop of blue dye, but can the same principle work for black with purple dye?

Also, I have a black dress that I wore a white blouse under, and now the blouse has set in purple-greyish looking stains on the underarm where the dress kept rubbing on it, and despite bleaching and resolve-ing and soaking the shit out of it, I can't get them out. Is there anything I can do?

So me and my friend are planning to be Joseph Jostar and Caesar Zapeli from Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. And we are having trouble identifying articles of clothing Caesar is wearing. Can someone please help us Identify his kind of jacket, pants, and boots. If anyone can suggest the best material to use that would be great. And Bonus internets to those who can provide retailers with reasonable prices that carry these in stock. We can't sew (shame on us).

>>6925090
Doing it like this would work.
>>6925122

Best way to do a temporary tattoo for pic related that won't smudge in heat and humidity?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnU0GP1gY6U
This girl's process seems pretty effective, but I'm looking at other options considering the surface area involved. Seems like I'd go through a lot of eyeliner and liquid bandage...

Also, wearing tights under the shorts, good idea?

Starting on a cosplay for Otakon and I need a petticoat. Is it more cost/time effective to make it myself or should I buy it online? Seems like it would be a challenge to make, so I'd rather do it online, but everything I've found is either hot topic trash tier or $50 lolita tier. Advice?

>>6926786
If you don't mind it being there for a while, jagua ink is a very good imitation of black tattoo ink, but lasts like henna. Or there's temporary inks that must be airbrushed or painted on, just google "temporary tattoo ink"

Clean your skin really well first, paint it on, really let it soak in (maybe apply a hair dryer or something to speed it along) before going out into the con.

>>6926975
If you but 2 Hot Topic trash tier ones, that can work sometimes or you can dig around on Ebay for a good inexpensive one.

>>6927065

http://www.my-lolita-dress.com/white-long-dresses-petticoat

Does this look passable?

>>6927090
>milanoo

Anon I...

>>6927096

Derp derp nevermind, didn't catch that. Thanks for pointing it out.

>>6926975
LET ME HELP YOU
petticoat princess @ ebay - Rock n Roll 50's Underskirt
my personal fav petticoat that they usually have 10-20 percent off on
victoriangirldress @ ebay - these pettis are for children so make sure to get the XXL size

Whats the best way to avoid bubbles in plaster layers?

Trying to get into lolita, new to this stuff, wanted to ask about F+F. I see a lot of stuff about Bodyline but only hear about F+F mentioned very sparingly. How are their petticoats? Are there any decent blouses that they have? They all look kind of shitty/goofy and I'm looking for some inexpensive basic ones. Are there any dresses they sell that are particularly nice/popular/known for being cute? Is this dress worth the money (125$)?
>http://neo-ludwig.com/c4/DR00066_12.jpg

>>6927110
thank you dear anon thank you thank you

How does one go about making these boots and gloves? I can't figure out a way to armor any gloves while leaving them flexible. My issue with the boots is making them without buying a pair of boots first (the plan was to make shin guards and a cover for slip-ons, then attach those after I put them on).

A little advice for making the faulds detachable would be awesome, too. I'm either going to use Velcro or C-clips.

I got really excited about this bathing suit, but soon realized that I would require a large top and a small bottom, and you can only buy them as a set.
http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/dreamv/item/306446/

Does anyone know of any other shops that sell swimsuits where I could get the top and bottom separate?

>>6927482
you do it like they would do it in real life. you make segments for flexibility. the lower legs are greaves and sabaton. same deal with segments for the sabaton.

>>6927609
Anon, I actually need the opposite of you, small top large bottom. Want to buy both of them and then switch? What color were you thinking.

>>6927627
I've been making segments. Shins and shoes are separate, thighs are their own piece, shoulder, forearms, and gloves are all separated.

What is a sabaton?

>>6927688
I was thinking maybe either lavender or babypink, but any colour is really fine with me.
Although it's too bad they don't appear to have any stock of the same colour in both large and small.

>>6927724
this is a sabaton
also shows what i mean by segments for flexibility. it's not one piece. it's multiple small pieces connected so you can flex and bend the part in question.

>>6927736
and for your gauntlets
lots and lots of pieces

>>6927191
F+F is generally crap. Not unwearable, but definitely not great. It's fallen out of favor as a good place for cheap stuff since Taobao became more accessible. 99% of F+F resells badly. If you're wanting to try out the style go to Taobao for dresses/skirts and a thrift store to try and find blouses. >>6927110 linked petticoat stores, and Classical Puppets is a go-to for petticoats as well.


The dress you linked isn't ugly at all, but you could find similar brand pieces secondhand for the price, and you'll never resell F+F for anywhere near what you payed.

>>6927736
>>6927738
Ah, thanks. I'm just going to cover up slip-on shoes for the sabaton so I don't need to worry as much about flexibility. Those gauntlets are a great reference; I just have a shitload of brads and now I have something to use them for!

I recently bought a master sword (one capable of slicing someones head off, or being used in battle) and I'm really interested in making a full cosplay set for Link. I want to focus on the Twilight Princess look, and I've never really done cosplay or costume making before.. I know a lot of you will just say to buy one from a store, but I feel I have plenty of time (as I'm in no rush) to make the costume's final appearance be stunning.

I'm just curious as to what kind of materials I should use for the different pieces. (Boots, belts, tunic, white leggings/shirt). Any help or tips would be appreciated :)

I am at a loss on where to find a nice tiger print fabric, I want something like a fur, ideally with a slight nap to it. Anyone know where to find yellow-orange fabric like this? I tried fabric.com, Joannes and Ebay.

>>6927774
Just don't expect to get to take the sword to conventions.

>>6927785
I wasn't. I wasn't even really thinking about going to many conventions, I just want to make my own cosplay outfit :3

What's a good place to get boots like Kyle Rayner's

>>6927987
For a guy or girl dressing up like a guy? its always good to ask first!

But generally with boots, coming from girls opinion I get cheap boots and alter them. a lot of time costume boots and put gel inserts in the bottom to make sure you are comportable during the con. but I would look on ebay or buycostumes.com . If you cant find a pair of green boots like that you can do this:
Get a pair of boots you are willing to alter. make boot covers for it. glue it to the boot. Typically I use fabric tac for gluing fabric to shoes, I mean it works for me and hasnt fallen apart yet. then for the kneepads, I would use maybe craft foam or eva foam to make the shape, then cover it in the same fabric you made the boot covers out of.
I hope this can help a little c:

>>6928000
Thanks for the tips and sites! I'm a guy by the way. This would be my first time dressing up/ making a costume so I'm not entirely sure how to go about this. And as long as I have you here, do you think a wetsuit would make for a good body?

>>6928006
to tell the truth I think it depends on the wetsuit. I know a friend got a wetsuit for underneath his costume and I think it looked nice for it! I guess as long as you can find the right one with no logo showing c:
also I think this picture may help you ... at least I hope!

>>6928048
Awesome! Once I have some more cash I will start trying to figure out how to go about this more seriously, thanks for the help!

What are boots like this called, with the flap things on the top? I'm trying to find a pair but searching for 'boots with flaps' doesn't help.

>>6928390
Over the knee boots?

>>6928390
I think you're better off just getting plain black knee-high boots and adding the leather onto them. The hardest part is finding leather that looks close enough to match.

>>6928390
You can find those on pretty much any medieval collectable/armor site. They are usually listed as a type of old cavalry boots (or, if the site is cheesy, they call them swashbucklers boots). They are usually shown folded down , but you can make them stand like you pic easily.

How can I paint a vest to look like pic related? the pink one.
Alternatively, where could I buy it?

>>6928447
fuck, forgot pic

>>6928053
Its no problem! I mean if this tutorial dosent help, you can look for more online I just searched up "Cosplay boot cover tutorial"

>>6928447
I would look on ebay for pink bubble vest. I think painting a vest would be 10x harder than just trying to find and buy one.but then again as long as you are chill wearing a ladies vest, you should be fine. most of the vests I saw were ladies ones on ebay.

I went to go order a dress from BTSSB and I got this error message. What does it mean?

How do you guys suggest I go about making boot covers for new 52 Supergirl?

I was thinking of using an almost leathery-looking red spandex to begin with...
But I have to admit, the hole in them is a bit intimidating to deal with.
Especially since if they aren't form fitting, these boots normally look pretty off.

>>6929253

It doesn't like the zip/postal code you put in.

>>6929266

Maybe use some flesh-colored leggings as a base?

>>6929266
Seconding the flesh-colored leggings idea, or maybe try using flash tape to try and prevent as much puckering as possible?

Okay so I want to cosplay as this character, Zacharie from the game Off (picture related). The reason I'm using this picture is because I'm going to be attempting to create a lot of the ingame items that he sells (as he is the generic game merchant), and I was wondering if I could possibly get some help with designing some of the items I'm going to make?

The items can be found on the Off Wiki but a list of some of the items I'm going to make are:

> Luck Ticket (HP Healing Item)
> Joker (Complete Restore / Second Life)
> Belial’s Meat (Status restoring)
> Harold Bat (Weapon)

There are also items that help your character and I just need a little inspiration as looking into any searches for in game item images or speculations have come up short.

(basically already asked this but no responses so here's a more pointed question)
I'm trying very hard to make Sumia's elbow piece on her armor and I just cant get a pattern that works. (Picture is Cordelia, but it's the same armor).

I think I have the 'base' down, but that pointed dome that comes out has me pulling my hair out. Anyone know what I'm talking about and/or how to help?

>>6930693
I'm going off her left elbow here: stick two cones base to base and lop off what you don't need.

>>6929266
Jesus Christ are all New 52 designs this horrific

>>6930716

Eh, it's the only one I like, but, to each their own. c:
It's also the only new 52 comic I can stand to read. The rest kind of... Bleh.

Hi! Are there any character reference sheets of STRISH from Uta no Prince Sama Maji Love 2000%? My friends and I are interested in cosplaying as them. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8fJHJd66c4

>>6930709
oh yeah... I guess that does make sense. Will try now, thanks!

>>6930693
Maybe expanding foam and carve off what you dont need?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8fJHJd66c4

but I think >>6930709 has a better idea here.

>>6930958
Wrong link. Whopsie.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDDo83M68Kk

>>6930936
I'm assuming you mean the outfits for the opening song?
sadly the only references I can find are for the school uniforms in the games. I can try to screen cap the outfit from the show if that helps?

>>6931080
Yes, I meant those outfits. That helps a lot. Thank you!

Two questions:
1. How long does it usually take for Oo Jia to respond to FB messages?

2. Is there any way to prevent my message from going to her "other" box? I know FB used to have that creepy feature where you could pay a dollar to send it to a person's inbox.

I want to put a large picture in a piece of fabric, how should I go about it? Fabric is a poliester thing, don't really know.

Pic related, what I want to put in the fabric

I think counts as help right?
Is there any other reason then the thread might be old, that it keeps snapping while I am using the sewing machine? The bobben is the same thread but doesnt break at all. ( I hear its usually the other way around people having problems with the bobben) I am such a newbie to sewing machines but I dont think this is right.
My tension is set to 5

Not sure if this is the best thread for this, but here we go.

My family's having serious financial trouble right now, so I want to try selling my great-grandma's sewing machine.
The only problem is that I have no idea what the brand name is (I couldn't find one when I was looking around on it).
On the side, it says, "31-15. Patented U.S.A. Apr. 7 - 1896, Feb. 21 - 1899."

Any help, or any idea what it's worth?

I'm sorry the pictures are pretty shit.

>>6932613
Ah, found the name barely on the side. It's a Singer.

Still, any idea how much it's worth?

>>6932629
>>6932613

Ballpark a couple hundred. Probably 400~

This is just a guess though, depends on condition and stuff too.

>>6932690
It still works, it's just dusty and a lot of paint is chipped off.

Hey guys, I'm new to cosplaying and I just wanted to ask what the general consensus is towards buying/commissioning an outfit to wear for a con, and maybe entering a skit competition with it? I am starting to work on my first cosplay, but I don't think I'll be finished by the time the next con comes around, so I was thinking of maybe buying a simple outfit so I can get into it all atleast. Are people who don't make their own cosplays frowned upon generally? Thanks

>>6932718
We don't mind, as long as you don't claim you made it. If you bought it, tell where you bought it. If you commissioned it, tell who you commissioned it with.

>>6932721
Sounds good, I might give that a go for my next con then, thanks.

>>6932718
I mean I personally dont care if a person bought their costume, as long as they dont claim to make it. and I think a lot of competitions only allow you to enter the competition with a costume you made, or if you enter with someone else, the other person has to have made most of the costume or helped you make the costume. I wish you luck getting the costume done though! I know how it feels to not be able to get a costume done, or even fully done before a con. its terrible.

I have no clue when it comes to choosing the right material. What would all recommend for the pants and vest for a Faris cosplay? (and I guess the cape but I'm not doing that for some time)

What is the striped material at the cuffs and the bottom of the jacket called? I know it's some sort of knit.
And where can I buy it?

Its been awhile since I've made a lot of props, recently I've been working on stuff for Ephraim of Fire Emblem Awakening, I've been struggling with trying to figure the best way to make the shield, does anyone have any pointers(or if the gods will it)tutorials?
>Pic related

>>6932983
Just search for rib knit cuff fabric. Most fabric stores that sell knit fabric will have it. I haven't seen the striped kind readily available but it's possible to get it knit to order.

I'm currently working on an Ichigo Hoshimiya cosplay, but I'm having a little trouble with the bow. I want it to be bouncy, but still hold its shape well. I had thought using wire would work, but that wouldn't look smooth enough. I'm also planning on using stuffing to make it puffy, but how will I achieve that flawless anime bow look properly?

>>6933653

Interfacing might help.

>>6925090
When I cosplayed Ran, I looped a sturdy strand of clear fishing line around the support in each of the tails and then hooked them up to the harness I wore as a backpack to help carry all 9 of the things. Mamizou's got less to work with in terms of harness space, though.

>>6932811
Since the pants look like the more casual elastic-waistband type, I'd use kona cotton if money is no object or plain muslin if it is. Since the vest looks vaguely similar, I'd double up on a similar kind of cotton fabric or maybe a single layer of a bottomweight.

Does anyone have any recommendations for fine details/woodworking on props? KD Youmu here would be easy-peasy if it weren't for the details on the scabbard. I was thinking of using a dremel to shape medium density fiberboard for most of the scabbard's metallic parts, but only have so much in the way of tools, experience, and room.

>>6926786

Tattoo printer paper. Find a good image, print it and stick it on. It lasts a few days if you take care of it, looks pretty sharp, is easy to put on and cheap (~$3/page). It worked really well for my Mirror's Edge cosplay.

I use a walker. Problem is I don't need it all the time and I look healthy (no limp, prosthetic leg, clubfoot, etc)
What's the probability of some dickbrain stealing it/grabbing onto it/giving me 'hdu pretend to be handicapped' shit if I throw some fabric and paint onto it to make it match my costume?

How would I go about making the pouch in this picture?

I need help altering a pattern to give the skirt more fullness.

I have this pattern, and it's just a basic floor length princess seam gown. I really need to add more fullness to the skirt to fit the petticoat I bought for it, and so it'll look good.


Someone mentioned something about cutting the pattern into strips and spreading them before cutting to make the skirt fuller.. Does anyone have any more info on this? Or a tutorial?

>>6934219
It looks like all one piece just sort of snapped together in the front, but to make it functioning...

The top flap will connect to the back as being just one long piece. You can make a separate panel for the bottom or make the front bottom attach to the bottom as one long piece like the back/top. Make two sides and sew together.

Front square can be sewn to the top and you could use velcro or a snap to hold it shut. Point is you want to make it soft and kinda floompy so don't use really stiff fabric or interface it. You could easily sew piping onto the edges for that puffy look, but you'd have to line the fabric (a good idea if you use light weight cotton or something)

Is there a way to keep a half skirt flare out? How do I attach all of this to a stretchy material without dragging it down?

First time working with worbla and I'm wondering how i would go about layering it for the sake of Lucina's armor, more specifically the ones for her shoulders.

Anyone know of a good site where I can ask others about Nerf gun modifications? I am hoping to turn some of mine into props for future costumes

>>6934318
Maybe interfacing and horse hair braid?

Does anyone know what's up with my machine? Every time I start to sew, the thread either bunches up something awful, like tons of strings of threads just all over the place, or it does this. Sometimes the thread is so loose that I can just pull the seams apart.
Also, whenever I stop the machine, and lift the needle, when I start sewing again, the thread comes out of the eye, so I have to manually rethread the entire thing; I can't just stick the thread back in.

>>6934733
What type of thread are you using?

Sometimes that happens because the machine doesn't like the thread. My machine doesn't like the coats and clark all purpose thread and does the same thing. If I run it with gutterman, it's fine.

>>6934415

This.

>>6934733
I've had this happen with my machine. I think it might be the tension on your settings or that the thread came loose somewhere [usually the bobbin for me.]

I hope that helps a little.

>>6934734
I'm using this Singer polyester stuff, but I honestly don't even know how old it is. I got it from my great-grandmother three or four years ago, and it was old even before then. I think that may have something to do with it, too. My machine is a Brother CE5500PRW, if that helps.

>>6934737
I've been screwing around with the tension and bobbin all night, and it helps for a little while, but then it messes up again. I try to keep the tension at about three, out of eight.

>>6931088
I have the full shot at the moment will try to get detailed shots from the show but they don't make it easy...

I'm looking for some scissors for cutting wigs. Can anyone recommend a brand that isn't too expensive? I can't seem to find any middle ground between '£3.99' and '£120'.

>>6930936
This is so retarded

>>6933667
I think I saw this method with Ran tails somewhere.

Has anyone every bought stuff from SweetDollyHouse on etsy? She has some cute jewelry, but some it is expensive-ish, and I can't find any reviews outside of etsy.

how would I go about making those hair accessories so that they'd be fairly light and durable enough to withstand travel? I'll be bringing the costume on a plane with me and am so paranoid that they'll get destroyed.

>>6935456
My thought would be to actually make them out of wrapping paper. You'd have to play around with the sizing and you could strengthen it with modpodge.

>>6935456
I hate vocaloid but that is an ADORABLE design. I would say use sheer stabilizer on a thin non-fraying fabric.

what cosplay should try a skinny lil-titted girl?

>>6935284
That's it. That's almost exactly what I did. I used a low gauge steel wire as support and tied each tail to its neighbor around the support using clear fishing line strong enough to support them. I then put an additional length of line around the support for the middle 3 tails and tied them to some real sturdy safety pins so they could be mounted to the top of the harness. The end result is that fan of tails that collapses together nicely for transport. It's like a peacock's tail.

Maybe I should've applied for a patent.

>>6935508
There's tons, just look around.
My first thoughts are Miku Hatsune, Konata Izumi, Rin Kagamine, Madoka Kaname, etc.

>>6935456
However you make them, I'd say bring them as carry-on luggage, in a box or something. Surround them in packing-peanuts.
You can also bring red wrapping paper or something and make them in the hotel room, and remake them whenever you need. You'll learn how to fold cranes really quickly.

is endoftheworld still the latest tripfags g docs?

>>6935985
die

just purchased a meta candy house jsk. (I really hope that the color will look good on me)

does anyone have pictures of this being worn? I know it's a bit older.

Seagulls, I want to make animatronic cat ears (no strings, please). I really only need it to move into two positions: normal and down. I looked up servos, but I don't understand a thing.

TLDR; Could a nice seagull dumb down how servos work, or give a better alternative?

>Captcha: generous nalluded

>>6926221
well, first off, I would use references from the anime instead of the All Start Battle pics, because every thing looks super shiny.

>>6936137
>telling someone to get some other references
>complaining it's super shiny
DO YOU EVEN JOJO?

>>6936137
>because every thing looks super shiny.
That's the fucking point, dingus

>>6936159
my point is that it's not like that in the actual anime.

Can anyone help me find Harlequin/Diamond tights that don't have black in them? Preferable Pink and White or Sheer and white, but I'll pretty much take anything that doesn't have black in it. I've tried the terms Harlequin, Clown, Jester, Checkered, Checked, Check, Argyle, Diamond, Square, Checkerboard, and simply Printed, combined with the terms Tights, Stockings, Thigh Highs, and Pantyhose on Taobao, Google Shopping, eBay, Amazon, Rakuten, BuyChina, Storenvy, Sock Dreams, We Love Colors and Etsy to absolutely no avail. I'll happily settle for OTKs at this point. I know they're out there, I see Lolitas wearing them all the time, but I'm having a hell of a time finding them.
The closest thing I've found are these:
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=18240895999
but they're a mess on the inside, tangles of uncut threads all over and they barely hit below the knee.
This is starting to become my white whale. Help me out please?

I wanna cosplay as demi-fiend for NYC comic-con

Any tips on how to get the painting done looking professional and not sloppy. Real defined lines and shit.(I'm thinking airbrush with cut bodysuit as a stencil)

And what material would you say his shorts are and ideas on the sneakers

>>6936162
>Being anime only
Well aren't we a faggot this evening?

>>6936162
You are wrong

>>6936137
>'looks super shiny'
>'references from the anime'
Sounds like some tumblr-level casual bullshit up in here.

>>6936137
>>6936162

As a favor to a friend, I promised her I would cosplay Noiz from Dramatical Murder. However, It'd be much appreciated if I could get suggestions! I've never done a character like him before, so I'm a bit stumped.

I'm thinking of getting the Jett style from Arda wigs, what would be the best color? I don't think platinum blonde is correct.

Also.. all those piercings, I'm assuming that spirit gum can work as an adhesive?

Thank you very much!

I have a full body armor cosplay to make, and I've never done it before. I plan on vacuum-forming (my boyfriend does it a lot, and will help teach me).

1) How many sheets of plastic should I expect to buy? What thickness is best for costume armor?

2) How would I go about making the armor joint together seamlessly? There are long panels up the front, and I want to be able to move.

3) What sort of fabric is best for wearing under armor?

So I am looking to paint designs on a bikini top. I wanted to know if screen printing ink would work well with painting bikini tops? also does screen printing ink work better with the material?

bumping because I need to know about the bikini thing too. Would fabric paint work, or would screen ink work better?

>>6936215
Yoko?

Because of the shape, I'd recommend hand-painting instead of screen printing. I've done screen printing before, and it's for flat things. Unless your cups aren't shaped..?
It depends.

>>6936318
It is for yoko, I want to hand paint it, but I dont know is screen printing ink would be better than regular fabric paint. I tried using fabric paint for my Nami top, but I didnt like how it stretched ... well didnt allow for stretch.

>>6936359
If you apply the stencil, paint it, and let it dry while wearing it maybe it will accommodate stretch more.

>>6936359
It cracked when you wore it, I guess?
Fabric paint tends to not do that, that's why it's fabric paint..

I'd recommend doing as the other Anon said and wearing it as it dries, just be careful not to flatten it when you're not wearing it, I suppose.

Does anyone know if there's a safe way to attach fabric directly to worbla? I considered cuttng a small hole in the fabric and layering another piece of worbla (with the fabric like a sandwich), or hot glue. Don't have much materials to experiment with though which is why I'm asking.

>>6936364
>>6936373
These are brilliant ideas ... I mean my boobs stretched the fabric out a lot. I think I will try that right now with Nami.

Do you guys have any tutorials or advice for making freckles with make up? I've never done them before, but my friend is cosplaying a character with them and I'm doing his make up.
In other words, I don't want to make him look like this.

>>6937552
>not being born with glorious freckles

They are easy to make disappear, but I've never thought about having to deal with the opposite

>>6937552
Don't use a black pencil.

Most likely you need brown. Even if the character's dots are drawn with black you're better off with a dark brown. After drawing them powder over them to make them seem a bit set into the skin instead of drawn on.

>>6937552
I'm not sure about makeup wise but when I've painted them on dolls I basically load a brush with some watered down paint and flick it onto the doll. (pic related is result) Like run my fingers across the brush so the paint sprays off. Perhaps this could be done with some kind of skin safe paint.

>>6937562
I would actually even say go for a light, or reddish, brown. Unless the person is pretty tan, a dark brown pencil will be too much.

>>6937552
Freckles are brown, not black, so use a brown pencil to draw them on. They also vary in size, so don't do them all standard little dots. Some are darker, some are lighter, so vary that up too.

Are there any online stores that are considered to be generally trustworthy for buying cosplay or are they all a crapshoot?

So, I think I might have messed up. I ordered a luthien wig in dark ash blonde from arda for a Mugi cosplay, as I thought it looked the closest to her hair. However, now that it's here, I really don't think it's that suitable.
I've always preferred her with the more toned down, ashy coloured hair, but I'm not sure that this is quite it.
Thoughts on it? Other characters I could use the wig for if it's a no go? Suggestions for other wigs?

That's not dark ash blonde, that's a medium ash blonde. They need to get their colors right.

hey guys! so my best friend really wants to make a cosplay, and i'm going to help her, since she's very new to sewing. she wants to cosplay amy rose and i figured that's simple enough. but i'm not too sure on what we should use for the fabric. i'm thinking a knit, but that's a bit tough to sew with, especially for a beginner. what do you guys think?

Need help keeping Rocking Horse Shoes straps up.

Like, I know how to tie them, but is there a trick to keeping them up? I have leather RHS. No velcro, only the straps.

>>6939473
Nope. Much like actual ballet shoe ribbons, there is no way to naturally keep them up. You can use double sided body tape to keep them stuck to your socks/legs. Unless the leather is super thin, taking it on and off shouldn't damage the straps as the residue is easily removed.

>>6937886
With that one, you could probably pull off a Junko Enoshima from Dangan Ronpa.

>>6939480
It seems more like Chiaki Nanami's hair color to me.

>>6939473
Use sock glue.

What glue can I use to stick worbla to shoes?

>>6941134
You usually can't go wrong with E6000

What kind of paint should I use on patent leather shoes?

Best way to sew a stripe down the front of a dress without making it look stupid? Or should I just fold in the edges and top stitch it?

Does plaster really need to be primed before spray painting? Its going to be gold, but didnt want it to turn that terrible green right away. Not going to seal it for a bit after its painted to get the weather look, so wondering if its a good idea to just spray the white or black prime it first.

I'm cosplaying a loli character, are there any magic makeup techniques to making your face appear more childlike?

>>6941599
Don't wear too much eye makeup makeup, but make sure you have good foundation that will make your skin look soft and smooth. Do the "doll lips" trick with foundation, it will make your whole face look smaller and more childlike. Draw your eyebrows in slightly thicker if they're thin (make sure the colour isn't too dark or you'll look like a chola), and definitely wear circle lenses.

>>6941634
Doll lips trick?

Ok so i made a box out of foam board and now i have to attach a cone to it. Thing is i covered the cove with plaster so its a bit heavy. how can i attach the cone to the box without it weighing down on the box and it coming apart?

any good, free embroidery software out there... for Macs?

>>6941686
Lip concealer on your lips, pink gloss on the inner-most portion. It makes your lips appear smaller, since there's less focus.

>>6941686
Kind of like this, but less intense colour and a more defined outline. Make your cupid's bow as round and non-defined as possible, and bring the corners of your mouth in a lot. I can't find a better example than this for some reason

>>6941686
Adding to >>6942153
s post, here's one that I really like. Also, try to use an inside color that isn't too red. Smooch proof lip stain works really well with this too so it won't rub off!

I hate to make this a recommendation post, but I'm curious

I've been learning how to dance for a while and want to incorporate it into cosplay somehow. Whether it be an actual dancing character or just doing something ridiculous like that Attack on Animegacon video that's been floating around. I'd prefer not to do anything Vocaloid just because I'm not too huge into it.

I'm a guy, 6'1", and will wear a wig of any sort. Willing to crossplay as well. Who are some characters that dance in anime, or some you'd like to see doing a ridiculous dance routine?

Might try to get a hook here - but for anyone who does casting, would a two-part mold be the best route to make those ridiculous sized prayer beads out of clear resin, or should I just stick with half and half molds and stick the two together from there?

>>6942176
Check out the opening to Tenjou Tenge. I've always been intrigued by what goes on there.

How do you make a mold for resin?
I want to make some things but have no idea what people make molds out of.

>>6942183
Try anal beads

>>6942195
That is actually a very legit idea if you could find them in consistent sizes.

>>6942188
You can either fabricate your own for simple or complex objects by using silicone to create one part or two part molds. Just look up mold making or resin casting tutorials on youtube.

>>6926786

Holy shit, Revy cosplayer? Are you by any chance in the midwest area, and did you go to ACen as Revy?

>>6942225

>>6926786
>>6942216

For reference, I did my tattoo with sharpie. It lasted for about a day, until I slept on it. It looks pretty decent in photos, but gets a bit streaky if you sweat. The attached photo was taken on the second day of ACen, after a quick morning touch-up.

Also, you'll need a bit of artistic talent and left-handed dexterity. Get a friend to draw the back and the neck.

>>6942209
Thanks anon! I'll do that now

What material would most closely resemble this?

>>6942163
What if our lips are super fucking pink naturally? Do they sell a skin color lipstick??

>>6942233
Use concealer + foundation

Just make sure that you moisturize and exfoliate very, very well before application.

>>6942185
Ah, I like it, thanks. Been trying to get into breakdancing anyway, I could try learning some of that one guy's breaking. I'm not sure I could pull either off cosplay-wise but what the hell

>>6942233
You can start off with a concealer so that your lips won't be as pink if you need to!
Also, before putting concealer on your lips be sure that you are very hydrated. Otherwise when you put the concealer on it looks really crackly and makes your dry skin really stand out.

I asked this in another thread, but could probably still use some help with it.


I was wondering if anyone would even really know where to start with this one. I absolutely love this, and it's on etsy but I'm not paying 300 fucking dollars for it. I usually don't sew much, but I am somewhat experienced and I do have someone who's been a seamstress for most of her life that's willing to help. Tips are VERY well appreciated.

>>6942307
Front view of it

>>6942307
Someone gave you advice in the other thread, use it. Not only is that batshit ugly, but you can literally see every seam, which means you can see the exact shape of every part of it. Cut those piece out and sew them together. Are you dumb? If you don't know how to sew or drafts shapes/patterns look up some beginner's tutorials. Sage for hideous.

>>6942307
wow that is ugly as sin. But it looks ridiculously simple to make. Looks like she used a serger and just serged ragged strips of fabric together to essentially make a new textile. So a) get a serger . and b) pick an obnoxious color of thread that matches with the obnoxious mess of fabrics because it shows hardcore. Those little orange lines between each fabric color change are the seams, so use that as a guide.

but really.

please don't make this.

>>6942307
there are sewing patterns on ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sewing-Pattern-GYPSY-SWEATER-COAT-W-ELF-HOOD-no-serger-needed-jacket-boho-/170996332818?pt=US_Crocheting_Knitting_Patterns&hash=item27d02cf912

And seconded - this thing looks ugly, ridiculous. And this is coming from someone who dresses like an oversized doll all the time. If you don't plan to redesign it in a really cool and creative way, please don't make this... at least not in eyecancer-orange.

I need to commission a fairly simple vector image so I can get it printed on a shirt (picture related) Anyone know of someone offering this?

Didn't see this thread.
could I get some help making this staff?

>>6942683

It's actually like this. Hers looks a bit bigger and the details more prominent.

>>6942683
>>6942685
also, should I make the whole robe and cape out of felt? Will it look good? Or should I use different fabric?

>>6942711
Yes, don't use felt. Use a different fabric.

Hi, I really want to cosplay Ezio, but i cannot sew. I was wondering if anyone could recommend some sites where i'd buy a decent costume?

my friend linked me to Amazon, but i would like some more options and/or opinions. Thanks a lot in advance!

(Changed the url a bit to avoid being considered spam)

I'm 178cm btw and male. I have a muscular built, i run and lift some.

Hi, I really want to cosplay Ezio, but i cannot sew. I was wondering if anyone could recommend some sites where i'd buy a decent costume?

my friend linked me to Amazon, but i would like some more options and/or opinions. Thanks a lot in advance!

(Changed the url a bit to avoid being considered spam)

I'm 178cm btw and male. I have a muscular build.

>>6942823
Nope, sorry, the link was spam no matter what. It was a $200 costume off Amazon though. I just want more options.

>>6942683
>that casca
eh....not feeling it. nothing to do with race, but her face is too fat. shame though, not enough good bersker cosplay. I'd work on my femto if I could get a group together.

But, back on topic. >>6942771 is right, use a different Fabric. Felt just wont look good. As for the staff, thats a tough one...heres what I would do, though it would look TERRIBLE, but its a start:
>pvc pipe for the shaft
>towards the end where detail begins, find those small foam funnoodles with the bendable wires in it
>Make sure they are similar diameter to pvc pipe. You can find them at toys r us I think.
attach to shaft, bend to desired shape
>once its set, paper mache
>Then find a moldable surface (crayola has one, and I think theres a cheap off brand paper mold you can use)
>Etch and smooth to look like wood.
>paint

Thats the best I could do off the top of my head. There was a neat native resort on canada I went to that had wood shaped staves like hers, but I'll never find it again.

>>6942826

I've been told many times to do casca IRL and here but I cant do armor for shit.

Thanks for the tips tho. The bendable noodles are a nice idea for the shape. I think I can use some bondo over it all to then do some cracks to match the wooden look.

Help me /cgl/!

I need to buy my first ever wig for cosplay and I have no idea where to start! I live in USA, if it matters to where I can buy from.

I'm unsure how to go about Lucina's "hood" on her cape, since it seems to be wrapped around. Should I sew on a "scarf-like" piece?

>>6943075

How would I make or otherwise obtain flash caps for guns? The ones I've bought and painted are the perfect model but unfortunately they spring-fire little pellets, and thus aren't allowed at the con without some sort of cap.

>>6943058
JFC, read the fucking sticky.

I need to emphasize my physique for a shirtless cosplay. My gf says to brush bronzer in between muscle bulges and highlight the peaks. Legit?

>>6943273
It works pretty decently if you're just too skinny, or if you're emphasizing muscle tone. If you have a lot of fat, might not work out so well. I did this for >>6942226 ... YMMV

>>6943279
I'm toned with some definition I'm just not a fighting game monster. It looks like you just focused in the cross sections rather than the "lines" between each muscle.

>>6943273
Maintain a pump, b
Do a set of push ups or chin ups every 30 minutes or so to keep it going

What are the eyes? Are they car parts?

Also, it's kosher to cosplay a musical artist like this right? It's like people who make deadmau5 masks.

Will probs get made fun of for this, but how do I make my boobs look like this?

I wear a 30D-32C bra. I know all boobs are not created equal (even when they are the same bra size), but I cannot fathom making my boobs this cleavage-y without a pushup bra, which she's clearly not wearing. How is she keeping dem tits together? Is it tape? Or is there a magical cosplay secret I'm not privy to?

>>6943408
actually it looks like she is wearing a bra, like one of those strapless ones that just adhere to your tits and connect in the center to give you cleavage.

>>6943414
FML you're right, I see the clasp. I actually have one of those (got it for a backless work uniform) but I have never managed to get it to actually hold up my boobs, ever, much less give me cleavage. I need a step-by-step tutorial, lol. With pictures.

>>6943296
Yup, exactly that. I didn't want a too exaggerated look; just played up a tiny bit of existing tone. How much emphasis will you need for your shirtless cosplay?

First time cosplayer, I was thinking for a cosplay of possibly sewing my own dress. In general, what kind of fabric could I use to make a casual to princess-like dress? It would likely have a knee-length full circle skirt,

>>6943460
Casual--polycotton blend plain weave
Princessy/shiny--polyester satin
Princessy/floaty not-shiny--polyester chiffon

>>6943468
Oh, and should note that both satin and chiffon are notoriously difficult to sew. If you've never sewn before I'd stick with plain weave cotton.

>>6943460
Stay away from broadcloth and costume satin, please. Both wrinkle quite a bit, and the latter is shiny enough to send a distress call to a helicopter.

>>6943397
those look like the insides of golf holes actually

>>6943468
>>6943470
>>6943471

Thanks, I know I don't want the shiny mess cheap satin so I'll be sure to avoid that and look for polycotton

Anyone know where to start with Naegi's hoodie?

So I'm working on this wig for Gaige from Borderlands 2, and I'm styling the pigtail to be fluffy as well as not flop down. However, with all the hair spray I layered on, it ended up just making it look really... nappy? Or greasy/weird. I don't really know what to do.

>>6943578
Are you making it out of a sweatshirt material? I'd drape it first around the neck of a dressform (or a real person...) to figure out just how much fabric you need to get that oversized look, then line it with a jersey of similar thickness to give the hood some bulk.

>>6943610
First of all, you should have trimmed the pony as you worked - the flat bottom with the long stringy bits just looks gross. I'm not super familiar with the series, but aren't her pigtails a lot shorter? Trimming them down will not only make them look more accurate, but there will be less weight pulling out your styling.

It also looks like you tried teasing them before hitting it with hairspray. I'd wash it all out and detangle it then try again without teasing. What hairspray did you use?

>>6943578
You could always buy a hoodie that zips up to the top like that, add a fake zipper to the bottom and either dye the hoodie or have bought it in a good hoodie and paint the red designs on it.

>>6943408
>>6943414
What I do is look at mtf crossplay tutorials to get the boobies
What you do is use those strapless ones- and then another one. And probably another one if you're not satisfied.

>>6943786
Bloody brilliant. Thanks anon, you're the best.

OK first I'm no where near a professional, but I'm willing to try/learn to get a decent/great remake of this mask from one of my favorite animes Kinnikuman. would anyone be willing to give me any hints/tips on how to go about making this mask? money isn't a problem if it might be an issue. thank you for your time

I've made a mascot head similar to a Deadmau5 helmet. I'm wondering what I can use to stop it from wobbling. All I ever see are suggestions of hard hats and bike helmets, but are there any other options? Would a cardboard dome like this work?

Anyone have any ideas on how I could make a collar like this?

>>6945890
Buy dog collar on ebay, spray paint to your liking, attach chain (can get from hardware store or craft store)

>>6945932
Oh gosh I feel so dumb. That's a dog collar turned around. Thank you so much.

how would i go about making the wings for this tornadus gijinka? i'm pretty sure making them like detached, floppy oversized sleeves with no stuffing like i drew would make them look stupid. i really am stumped here.

Hey /cgl/. So, I'm going to cosplay Yoko. I know she's frequently cosplayed, and I know Yoko cosplayers get a lot of criticism. So I was wondering what you think is the difference between a mediocre Yoko and a great Yoko. I plan on making her gun, styling the wig to the best of my ability and getting contacts. I have a 30DD cup so I'm not really worried about my boobs, but if any of you have links to a push up bikini top that would be great since I need maximum cleavage. Thanks!

>>6946079
*32DD, not that it really matters.
I was also wondering where I could get good Yoko contacts. Her eye color is kind of weird.

>>6945994
You can always pad the feathers with upholstery foam. That way they keep their shape, but are still soft.

>>6946081


Depending on your eye color, I would go for Dolly Eye browns for light or dark eyes or Princess Pinky Twilight browns for darker eyes.
Both can be found on pinkyparadise.com

What paint do you suggest to paint on Pleather?

The guide in the sticky says to always use a wig. Does that still apply if the hair's slicked back? Pic related

>>6946079
>pic is a mediocre Yoko. Please aim to look better than this.

-For starters, use something other than paint (unless you're very good at it and have a steady hand) or duck tape to create the flames on her bikini. If you do it with paint, take your time and make sure it looks nice. Those flames are the easiest to screw up.

-Make sure your top and bottom are fitted perfectly. You don't want it too big or too small. If it's not your size, you'll look like a fool. (but I'm positive you'll make it work)

-Get a good quality wig. Also look at a lot of references for her hair. A lot Yoko cosplayers tend to do her bangs wrong and/or put her skull in the wrong side (it's pretty rare).

-Use good quality materials on your prop and costume (unless you are absolutely sure you can create something good with cheap items)This will make a huge difference.

-Last tip, just put a lot of effort into it. You will be able to tell whether or not you put effort into your costume. In all reality, Yoko has an easy design and because of this, flaws are a bit amplified.

As for contacts, I think this will do the trick.

http://www.pinkyparadise.com/Princess-Pinky-Twilight-Brown-p/f30-princess-pinky-twilight-br.htm

That's all and good luck!

>>6946079

will you be going with underboob?

>>6946079
I would suggest you tape your boobs in place as much as possible rather than getting a push up bikini top, otherwise you will sacrifice a lot of accuracy.

>>6946198
lace front. Modified widow's peak

>>6946227
I'm going to try. The problem is my right boob is bigger than my left boob, so i only really get good underboob with my right boob.

>>6946230
could you elaborate? i don't really understand. so no push up? i think i'll need it.

>>6946225
thanks so much. i definitely won't use duct tape. i might do an applique or something.

>>6946120
thanks!

>>6946254
well, the accuracy is triangle top and underboob and you are unlikely to be able to get both with a traditional push up bikini top because so much of Yoko's boobs are exposed and most push up tops are designed to pad from the outside and underside of your boobs to give you cleavage. I suggest you pad the left side of the triangle top to even them out and then kinda...move your boobs into place where you want them to be, tape them to your bikini top and try to use the bikini top to hold them in place as much as possible. Sock glue, double sided tape, and other body-friendly adhesives are advised, as well as some good construction on that top.

Hey guys, need some help for my boots here.

Pic related, this is how my boots look like but the leather part is faux suede instead. I want to spray paint it into black but the knitted part will not take spray paint well. Any tips on how to have the colours stay? Thank you in advance!

Do you think a wig and elf ears are needed to pull off this costume? I figured it would look ok without it.

>>6946079
Funny thing is I am actually planning on cosplaying yoko also! I just gathered alot of my materials up for her. The contacts I am planning on getting are these:
http://iszocirclelens.com/color/brown/tofigold
I have a blue pair of the tofi series and thet show up pretty well in my eyes. so I am thinking these are gonna be true to color. with the bikini top idea, I say just go with a normal bikini top and you will look fine. I have a push up that I was thinking to use for yoko, but it wouldnt look too right in my opinion (I am a 32DD also). I am planning on sewing giant zippers into the side of the boots which I got from here:
http://gear.orgxiii.org/shop/15-white-extra-large-20-bag-zipper/
and the boots I chose were a cheap white pair of boots off ebay. I hope this helps a bit.

>>6946634
Oh! also I almost forgot, this might help you in your journey.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/400331213695

I'm working on the crystals for the wings on my Flandre cosplay. I'm using colored filters for spotlights over plastic. However it was much harder than I thought it would be to get the filters laying smooth over the plastic. I'm using super glue to glue them together ebcause that's the clearest glue I have. As you can see, the filters are a little bumpy. Do you think it looks very bad and that I should look for another method or is it not too visible and I should keep on going.

1st picture is room light
2nd picture is under direct sunlight
3rd picture is from a sunlighted room

I'm salvaging a wooden sword that dented in transportation. However, the dents are pretty deep. What materials would you recommend as filler on wood?

Anybody know how to create a decent looking fake flame? Something like a fire bending prop. I can't seem to find anything besides photoshop flame tutorials..

>>6946660
Regular Bondo works absolutely fine on wood as far as I've seen. Just make sure you sand it down and re-prime it first to be safe.

>>6946225

Different anon here who has always wanted to cosplay Yoko, but has been too terrified to due to having a different body type.

I've been doing the NBE program to enlarge my breasts from the half-of-an-A cup they were, but right now I'm just a B cup.

Is there anyway to hide the push up when doing Yoko so I can do her without being yelled at for "not having huge tits"?
Or should I drop the hopes of ever cosplaying her because I'm a small-chested pos?

>>6946655
there's a chance the superglue is reacting with the plastic and warping it

>>6946655
Just so you know, I think Flandre's wing crystals should be octahedrons instead of pyramids. I found a great tutorial here when I was considering cosplaying her. Maybe try a different glue though and see if it helps.
http://blog.lockes-art.com/?p=146

I also have my own question. I'm cosplaying Cirno, and now I need a fabric for my blue jumper dress. I think the jumper will be separate from the white skirt because that makes the most sense to me. What should I use? I don't have much experience with fabric and this is cheap, but would it look bad? http://www.walmart.com/ip/Creative-Cuts-Palencia-45-wide-2-yard-cut-Solid/16422573#

>>6947290
I wish I was in the predicament you are in. but really I say if you want to do it, just go for it. I mean I dont know a way personally to hide padding, you might just have to wear a pushup bra.
I am sorry I am no help.

>>6947290
Don't worry about it and just cosplay for YOU. People will call you fat if you have big tits anyway, so the internet will never be happy. Other people have done good work with your cup size before so I don't see why not.

>>6946655
You can try using folder covers like I did? Although I'd recommend stronger lights than what I had since the plastic is a bit thicker.

>>6947796
What type of light did you use if you dont mind me asking?

>>6947859
They were rainbows LED things that came on a keychain from Daiso. They're really effective at night but don't quite cut it during the day. I'm horrible at things like lighting but if you're able to make some sort of LED circuit that's probably the way to go. I think the fairy light idea in the earlier tutorial would only be effective in the dark as well.

>>6947290
Do one of her other outfits (seriously she's got like 2 dozen and you'll stand out more) where you CAN hide enhancements or just dont give a fuck about anyone who whines about your breasts not being big enough

>>6947743
Wouldn't be bad as I usually make a lot of my costumes out of a poly/cotton blend. Only advice I can give you is that this is a 45" bolt so you're going to need more fabric than if it was a 60" bolt.

I would try to go to a fabric store to see it in person. I've bought fabric from walmart out of desperation and though cheaper it's usually not the best quality especially if you need it a exact color.

>>6947921
Awesome. My pattern needs 2 yards of 45", so I'm good there. I'll definitely head over to a fabric store soon to see what they have, but at least I can use this as a cheap test if if it doesn't work out right. Looks like I'm gonna give this fabric a try then, thanks for your help.

>>6947873
Holy crap do I love Daiso. Don't know how I'd live without it.

Is the torso length really required when I purchase a zentai suit custom made?

>>6946263
Alright, that makes sense! Thanks! Maybe I could alter a regular bikini top to make it more cleavage enhancing.

>>6946634
Wow, thanks, this is really helpful. Do you have a link to the boots you bought? I'm having trouble finding a pair. Are you gonna make her gun too? I'd love to see pictures.

>>6947290
I think you should cosplay Yoko anyways! Even though I'm a double D, my boobs still probably aren't huge enough to be Yoko accurate. If she was a real person she'd probably be a double G or something. So just go for it. One of my favorite Yoko cosplayers has a small chest. I wouldn't worry about hiding your push up since almost every Yoko cosplayer needs it, real people don't have cleavage like that.

>>6948183
http://www.ebay.com/itm/280818336787
I am getting these in white, I can upload pics of what they look like when they come in. I mean I dont want you to get them and not be happy with them.
I want to make the gun but I am having a problem trying to figure out how to make the base of the gun, so that I can unscrew the front from the back.

>>6947743
Oh they are actually octahedrons, I have just photographed them from an angle where they look like pyramids

>>6947796
That's actually a nice idea, I will look into it. Though I don't hove stronger lights I think, i can't circuit so I bought these LED lights on keychains from ebay. At least they will do their business

>>6947796
So I liked your idea. and I will go with it. I have all colors except yellow so I will begin making crystals. Did you make glue och tape when you made your crystals?

>>6931139
Not a bump, but I still need help. Thanks.

I can't decide which of the two fabrics to order for my Nami (league of legends) cosplay. Help?

>>6948989
Second in my opinion

I'm having trouble finding any good staff prop making tutorials, and I need to figure out how to make Aladdin's staff (pictured)

I'm unsure whether to go with an expandable foam + dowel base or paper mache + cardboard or what, his staff tapers at the end and is thicker at the top so I'm not really sure what's the most cost effective option here. Any help would be appreciated greatly.

>>6948989
The one on the right in my opinion. I think your costume would look much better with the one on the right. the left looks too cartoony.

OKAY MY FRIENDS, I NEED YOU HELP.
AX IN LIKE WHAT? 2 DAYS????

Ok, so I have a genderbend brock (its my first cosplay please dont murder me)

For her wig, I have Eowyn in pic related

I have no idea what to do for her hairstyle... Any help/ideas?!?!?

OKAY MY FRIENDS, I NEED YOU HELP.
AX IN LIKE WHAT? 2 DAYS????

Ok, so I have a genderbend brock (its my first cosplay please dont murder me)

For her wig, I have Eowyn in pic related

I have no idea what to do for her hairstyle... Any help/ideas?!?!?

>>6946660
bondo worked fine with me just please prime it
>>6946575
just get a wig, please, even if you *figure* it'd look okay

what kind of fabric would yall recommend for a army-style jacket? that would be available in golds/yellows, pleeease. i might just use some lighter stuff in the right colors with some interfacing

pic related

>>6951547
I'd go with a suiting wool, but if this is going to be worn in the summer, a twill could work and wouldn't be as warm to wear.

I just wanted to say thank you to the anon who recommended resting my color run bbtsb skirt I got in the mail a few months back in cold water with a gentle detergent. I finally tried it out today.

It seems like it worked, it is still drying but I don't see any of the old stains yet. The skirt turned the water blue/black.

>>6951678
I forgot to mention that is a picture of the skirt before being washed.

>>6951547
Something thick that doesn't wrinkle. Go to the store, find something that looks like it could work and give the corner a scrunch. If it wrinkles instantly don't get it.

>>6943397

Dude, where do you plan to cosplay that? K-con? I love Primary.

Used some expanding foam today for a project and the foam that resulted feels more like the soft styrofoam used for packing peanuts. Is there a brand/type that will turn into the more stiff, white, porous stuff?

>>6951678
Do you mind explaining what you did, anon? I have a red skirt that ran that I've been too scared to try to fix.

>>6951777
Nope. If you want it stiff, either go over it with masking tape+newspaper mache + paper mache or start over and carve it out of insulation foam.

>>6951786
Sure. Most of it is just waiting for stuff to happen.

All I did was fill my sink up with cold water and added a small amount of all scent/dye free detergent (what I already use). Then I just made sure the skirt was completely covered in water for a few hours, drained the sink and then tried to get as much water out as possible and now it is drying flat on my table.

>>6951879
Not a huge issue. Since you seem to have experience what's the best way to cut/shape it? Utility knife? Hot wire?

>>6951889
Utility knives work well, but make sure you have a bunch handy if it's a big piece as the blades will dull. Bread knives are amazing to get the basic shape, but rotten for detail. Never tried hot wire on soft foam, but it might work. If you have one handy, give it a shot and report back!

>>6943397

Also, his eye parts looked like golf covers like above anon said. But also, kind of like sink or pool drains, too.

I have a pile of hot pink fluff and bright purple fluff. Like stuffing or fiberfill. Its from combing out yarn for a prop. Any ideas what I could use it for other than stuffing? There's quite a lot and I feel silly to toss it.

So I've got a problem with a jacket I'm making. I need it to fit fairly close to my body, but the problem being that it's open so I'm afraid if I keep taking it in it's just going to pull the sides in and look horrid. I look fine when I cross my arms but I look frumpy as hell otherwise. What can I do to remedy this? I've only made one other jacket before and it was closed so I'm at a loss.

>>6951939
Synth dreads is the first thing I thought of...or felting if it's wool.

Hello!

I'm making a Madoka Magica's Charlotte Mascot. The head is made from mache paper, but i don't know how to do a proper support for my head and/or shoulders. Any ideas or tutorial which may help me?. Pic related, is the head from inside. It fits me around my shoulders, but is a little heavy and slips & falls all the time if i don't hold it with my hands.

>>6942683
Learn whittling and make it out of wood.

Or you can make the staff out of a wooden pole/pvc, wood might be better for the tapering, and the rest can be constructed out of foam/paper/sintra with some sort of stiff covering on the outside.

Then, texture, sand, paint, drybrush, wash, and topcoat.

>>6946655
Don't use it.

if you have a plastic crystal, and are just using the filters for covers, then you might as well just paint it with some transparent green. It'll create a much better effect.

So the makeup thread isn't helpful. It's just full of bitching about the virtues and evils of makeup.

Would anyone be able to help with theater makeup? I need to make the scar over Baiken's eye, but is there an option for a material that would make so I could open my eye without the stuff getting stuck on itself?

Help I'm dying of cosplay stress and anxiety

Need advice. How tacky is it to dress as your own character?

>>6952576
Depends. Does anyone give a shit about your character other than you and four of your closest friends?

>>6952576
Not tacky, just self-important and dumb.

>>6952584
Nope. But its not like an "ORIGINAL CHARACTER™ DO NOT STEAL"

Its a nordic soldier from a D20 game I've been working on

>>6952591

If you're doing OC it all comes down to execution. Is the raw spectacle of your outfit going to cancel out their not giving a fuck?

>>6952593
I hope so. Looking into it, people will probably just write it off as a skyrim extra

>>6952596
You'll just look like a LARPer and there's always some around con.

>>6952591
Assuming you execute it well, it'll be fine. OC cosplay is only really a problem when you're being your original Sonic furry or your OC from your unpublished book who wears a tshirt and jeans.

Alrighty! I need help making a pimp cane. I have no idea where to start. I plan on going to a con as Optimus Pimp, but every good pimp needs a cane. I'm really open for any suggestions regarding the cane, or the character.

>>6951678
>>6951786

So here she is all fixed and restored to her original beauty.

I am super happy about this. It was one of my original dream prints years ago. I got the OP and it looked horrible on me and i finally got the skirt only to receive it damaged. I was pretty distraught.

>>6953050
Nicely done, anon. Which part of the print bled? The cherries?

>>6952778
Go to home depot.

Buy a wooden dowel/stick in the size you're looking for

cut it to size

decorate it

That's it.

>>6953253
I have no idea actually -- the skirt had tons of blue/purple color runs. But i'm pleased all the same!

>>6946079
To the yoko cosplayers! My boots have finally arrived in the mail. the zippers arrived WAY before them but I can finally get to work. I am too excited about this, imma see if I can walk yall step by step on what I am doing to these boots the best that I can. I know it wont turn out 100% awesome but imma try.
Also the boots fit me a bit tight, but then again I usually dont really wear shoes my size and these fit me snugly. I am a US size 7 and they sent me a 37. I am not complaining because I think the snug fit will help me when it comes to making sure the boot doesnt fall off while walking after everything I am going to do to it.

>>6953558
And if you wanna get fancy with it, you can go to ACmoore for the little wodden spheres, drill a hole in one side, and drill a hole on the top of the dowl, get a double sided screw and screw one ontop the other.