/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>>7456653

>>7456657

>>7456662

>>7456665

>>7456669

>>7456671

>>7456653
>opens thread with art of an MLP kigu
But why?

>>7456699
because its a kigu cocksuck

>>7456718
Heh I like your style anon -OP

>>7456729

So, people who wear kigus at cons, how to you keep from overheating? I find mine super warm just wearing it around the house with shorts and a tank top underneath, I can't imagine wearing it out.

not my greatest work, and not really a kigu but yeeah

>>7457678
well that was fucking terrifying

>>7457667
Unless it's a really light color I just wear a bra and panties under mine. ;3

>>7456657
That is so cute

>>7456653
Kigu or onesie?
While kigurumi is just Japanese for some sort of full body covering like a mascot outfit or whatever, I still feel that you can only call your onesie a kigu if its got that bagginess in the legs.

>>7457708
I guess the way I'm using it is interchangeable, but I prefer things with the baggy legs! -OP

OP's gonna selfpost some stuff I made now.~

>>7457738

>>7457742
Annnd the latest I made. Princess Unikiity is my next project! Anyone working on anything? (Or planning on it?)

>>7457738
>>7457742
>>7457747
y you're cute as fuck, damn.

Just posting a few kigus I want.

OP your work is super cute!

Don't like this colour but I want that tail...

>>7457772
Haha only the last one is me modeling anon!

>>7457790
Thanks!! (I do commissions wink wink)

I'm in the process of making this. I kinda bought the wrong colors, but too late to go back now. I started it like last January/December of 12. It was my first real non-plush sewing project with my machine and I screwed it up royally. I had to seam rip the body because the seams were just hot messes. I don't even know what I did to the sleeves so I got rid of them altogether. I figure, Woopers have no arms so it should be ok. What do you guys think? Also, in the future, would it work to just make the body (including legs) and sleeves onepiece? I'm just not comfortable with sleeves yet and I don't want to waste more fabric by mucking things up again.

>>7457861
Sleevless kigus can be cute, especially with shorter legs! Just be sure to finish your armhole seams nicely! Here's a tutorial for future efforts.
>http://dirulicious.deviantart.com/art/Veeery-short-Kigurumi-Tutorial-199780986

>>7457830
really? oh crap, sorry, I really need to wear my glasses. you're still super adorable. do you have a page for your commissions or anything?

>>7457865
I actually have that tutorial. Thank you though! I've looked at a ton of kigu tutorials, if not all of them. I watched a video tutorial of someone making their own while I did mine. Lucky enough, I have a kigu to trace my pattern from and just extended the legs using another pair of pants so it would reach my ankles this time. That was simple enough. Sleeves just aren't my friends right now. I'm hoping to have this finished in the next month so if there's a kigu thread then, I'd love your critiques!

In the meantime, I have 10 yards of white fleece waiting to become something. It was originally going to be a Cinnamaroll or Milk kigurumi, but I'm not sure if I want to go that route anymore.

>>7457870
I've got info up on my tumblr!
>http://chubcakes.tumblr.com/post/72253529063/i-just-got-done-with-a-big-con-and-wont-have
Shoot me an email!~

>>7457874
Trace the sleeve on it too then! And trace the sleeve seam too. What about sleeves are you having troubles with? Also here's a neat alternate way to approach sleeve setting.
>http://www.afashionablestitch.com/2012/sewing/a-cheaters-guide-to-setting-in-a-sleeve/

>>7457884
That method looks really convenient! Thanks. The issue is when I sewed it, it just kept getting really bunched up at the parts where the shoulder and side meet the actual sleeve and I ended up tightening the armhole. I really can't say how I messed up though because it's been over a year since. I think next time around I'll either draw the sleeves out with the body or use that method you linked.

>>7457893
Sounds like you made the sleeves too small then! Next time measure and be sure the armhole and the edge of the sleeve are the same!

>>7457878
tfw i already follow you. i really need to stop gushing over how cute you are! thank you for the link, i'll definitely have to save my pennies!!

>>7457915
omg what??? Send me an ask saying hi or somethin'!

>>7456653
>things that should be kigus

I would kill someone for a Mokona kigu.

Also I'm like a kigu that fits right without the crotch being at my knees. But then I'd have to custom order one, and I'm poor as fuck, and I don't know how to sew.

>>7457927
Not sure on the fit but
>http://tiendakonechi.com/product.php?id_product=277&id_lang=1

>>7457702
Pretty much this.

Also, mine is warm, but also allows air to go through, so I fan myself if I overheat.

(TBH I don't even wear a bra under mine, though. It's baggy enough that I don't need to.)

>>7457930
> I don't even wear a bra under mine, though.
I wish but I got tig ol' bitties.

>>7457931
My nigga.

I really want a black one, but this is wonderful.

Except...

>$82.95 + international shipping for a kigu

Kill me.

>>7457939
>https://www.etsy.com/shop/ChixTrends
About the same price or black, I don't think you'll find much cheaper considering all the materials cost about $40 to start with.

This might be a weird idea, but I would love a Chu Chu kigurumi. Something about that little monkey screams pajamas to me.

>>7457947
I could definitely see it, it would be really cute with those giant ears!

>>7457667
Minimal clothing underneath, usually only bra and panties, and if it has a cool (temp wise) fabric as a lining, that helps too.

>>7457884
With her last stitch, is she sewing from the hem, up through the armpit, and to the cuffs? Or is the sleeve already sewn in its tube when you're setting it?

I was thinking about making one for my little sister (she's 2, almost 3) and I was wondering how I could make it last her a couple of years without her swimming in it now. I was thinking ties or a row of snaps, so the extra fabric can be pushed back/rolled up while she's still small and then released as she gets bigger.
Anyone have experience with that or does it sound like an okay plan?

This needs to be remade with proper wings instead of the pathetic flaps here, and it'd be perfect.

My favorite. I've had plans to try and make one of these myself, but haven't set aside the time or money for it.

Ah well, just another thing on my to-do list.

>>7459437
Is that framed fanart of Supernatural?

>>7458966

What I've seen mentioned elsewhere is hiding an extra two or three inches in the seams and hems, and possibly something like a sewn down fold in the middle of the sleeves or pants legs that shortens it. When the child grows a bit bigger then you rip out the stitches (and resew it if it's still too big).

At that age, they grow really fast, so I imagine you're prolonging the lifespan of the kigu from "a few months" to maybe a year and some months, but quite frankly, there's no real way to adjust the armhole much bigger or smaller (you could add elastic but I'm not sure how far they'll go), so it's a bit of a given that the kigu won't have years of life in it exactly.

>>7459319
I have this one, and I agree. I wasn't expecting those floppy little bitch wings; I was hoping they'd be at least a little stiff.

>>7458486
This is how most commercially made sweatshirts with side seams are constructed because it's fast and allows the work to be done flat. It's one continuous seam, cuff to hem, so you make the sleeve into a tube with that same seam. If you're doing ribbing or a separate cuff, you also attach that before running the sleeve/side seam. I would not construct a blouse this way, but it works great for kigurumi, sweatshirts, and T-shirts.

I jeep trying to find a kawaii bunny kigu but the ones I've seen are just...not. Been considering commissioning someone.

Also want a ram kigu with fluffy fleecy details and adorable horns...

>>7457747
I wanted to make my first kigu, and I wanted to know what material you suggest for the lining? I noticed that you don't use fleece but I can't tell what fabric it is. Thank you so much!

>>7460507
Seconding the ram idea.

I'd kill for a deer kigu that isn't pic related or the Rudolph one.

>>7460567
I just use cotton! I like prints, they add an extra touch. And I only line the hoods. Flannel could also work if you want something warmer

>>7460475
You could try popping the stitches for the wings and replacing it with better ones. You'd just have to keep in mind that you'd need a semicircle so you can raise your arms properly.

>>7457742
hnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnng
i want one so bad for acen D:

>>7460507
>>7460576
I just really need this in my life

You guys, how about a kigu of Hitomi from Love Revo?

Worth $100?

>>7461570
Is that supposed to be snorlax? I always thought of him as green.

>>7461584
Yeah, its supposed to be snorlax

>>7461584
Same, in the anime he looks more of a military teal than an outright blue.

>>7457747
>thought it was a cow
>fat chick in cow costume
>laugh so hard
>realise it's not
>somehow feel like my laughs have been deleted

>>7461452
That is so cute! I'd love one in white or a kind of apricot-ish color with bigger horns and the cuffs in brown to be like hooves.

>>7461452
shit i would love this of this cute animal crossing character

I was thinking of doing a lolita coord of muffy but holy shit a kigu would be SO MUCH BETTER

>>7456653
this is really dumb but how does one go about wearing a white kigu?

i'll be making a kigu that's completely white and i'm worried that the clothes i wear underneath will show through and cause shadows for pictures. i'll be using anti pill fleece i think and i bought a white cotton for lining just in case but i wanted some advice from people who've worn white kigus before.

>>7456699
Because Pinkie is best pony.

>>7461638
>Muffy
That bitch keeps trying to leave my town. I think it's because I sent her a bunch of crap so she would put her Rococo set in ReTail.

sage for ot

I have a tonne of BRIGHT pink fleece that needs using up, any ideas what I could make?

>>7462042
Kirby!

>>7461452
Bunny/ram kigu anon here and oh my god I need this.

Id love one in Wendy's colors from New Leaf.
> tfw can't sew.

I also live somewhere very warm. Sigh.

>>7462258
>tfw you should commission me.
Email me anon.~ (listed earlier in the thread)

>>7462029
My Puppycat I posted was white, blizzard tho I think, and I'm wearing black shorts and a blue shirt, which you obv. can't see. I say wear light colored shorts and a white tee or tank! Avoid prints. And careful, lining the body might make things toasty.

Has anyone made them with fur fabric before?

I was thinking about how it'd be cute to use curly fur for a sheep and longer fur for a binturong.

Any moreJigglypuff kigurumi?

>>7462258
>tfw want to make one of Willow
Melba and Stitches would be nice too.

>>7463786
Faux fur would be itchy and drape weird but some furry fleece would be cute!

>>7463803
The color on that is wayyyy off. Not sure how I feel about the hood on this one tho (just a personal preference, it looks well made)

>>7462037
can you have her move so I can ask her to move into mine please?

What do you guys wear on your feet with kigu? I think they look best with bare feet, myself, but I'm considering wearing one to a con and there's no way I'm going barefoot there.

>>7464206
I have this trouble too, anon. Whatever kigu I want, I end up talking myself out of it because of shoe issues.

If it's a warmer time of the year, get some color matching flipflops. If the kigu is darker (black cat, bat, etc) you could go punk-ish with some black boots. Basically any kind of shoe that matches your kigu, sort of like >>7463803 but if you're not going to matching, just wear sneakers or something equally as comfortable to walk in.

>>7464206
I like the look of kigurumi with solid color ballet flats. They're simple enough to not interfere visually and work with the pajama look because they're kind of slipper-ish. The color can either match or complement the kigu.

How difficult do you think it would be to make a kigu for someone with minimal sewing experience? Any really thorough tutorials for novices?

>>7464444
I made an extremely simple one following a tutorial on the internet. I think it's a good first project. It really lets you try a lot of different things, and the shapes are not super basic, but still simple, so you will get to experience how it is put together and learn more about how patterns work and what happens when you put it together. It also doesn't matter that much if your sems are not perfect, because it's not supposed to be skin-tight anyway. I really recommend it. But try to sew the decoration into it if you can, it's a pain to add things afterwards. One thing, my kigu was made with fleece, but it turned out my sewing machine couldn't get through, so had to sew it all by hand. It might take much longer than you expect in your fabric is too thick.

anyone know of any reliable kigu sellers?

>>7464206
I think they look cute w/ converse in a complimenting color!

>>7464444
It's not that difficult since it isn't fitted. My first cosplay/sewing project I made myself was a kigurumi. Here's a good video tutorial.
>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OL1q-OGoNJ0

>>7465773
>>7464563
Thanks! I'll have to try it soon.

>>7457747
THIS. IS. ADORABLE.

>>7461570
The sleeves look bunchy and weird at the shoulder seam and they look like a different color. Were they cut with the nap going the wrong direction? The zipper installation could use some work, too. It looks fine for personal use, but I don't think you're there yet for sales.

>>7464405
Holy shit, I don't think I've ever wanted anything more than I want that Godzilla kigu Nel is wearing.

>>7471031
>http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G0678D0/ref=twister_B00HEXW9DW
Under $30 free shipping!

>>7463832
oooh kayla ann makes amazing stuff and commissions

>>7471375

>>7471379
this one is hilarious

>>7471382

>>7471382
the extra arms are a really bizarre shape...

What kind of shoes do you wear with your kigu?
As much as i usually despise them i kinda like the idea of wearing Uggs with them to match the over all soft look

>>7464206
>>7471398
oh i suck, i didnt see this

>>7471385
>>7471385
I REALLY wish his tongue was coming out of the bottom instead, looking like he was eating your head or something. It looks weird on the top.

Are kigus difficult to make? I want to make a Zac and Special Weapon Zac kigu for my friend and I. Does anyone have any recommendations for material or is just fleece fine?

>>7471379
Really like this one.

>>7471441
I would say they're not hard if you have basic sewing experience. They're not fitted, and you don't need to finish the seams. Plenty of tutorials can be found online, check this thread for a few. And fleece is the best material for kigus!

>>7463832

Yeah, I didn't make the other one, but I wanted to post something relevant. This one is super cute! I want. Who made it?

>>7471375

Samefag as >>7477215, did she make the Jigglypuff kigu?

>>7477215
Kayla Ann cosplay, she's on FB

>>7471352

I own this.

Best Amazon purchase I have ever made by a long shot!

>>7461638
Almost all animal crossing cuties are so suitable for kigu. I really want a Reese one or Tangy, because I love Tangy

for the ones who used the devianrtart tutorial, did the sleeves come out okay or did you need to adjust anything?

i feel like using a real sleeve pattern would be better in terms of fit but if the tutorial's pattern is completely fine, i definitely would prefer to cheat a little.

>>7479247
Are kigus comfortable?
I'd totally love to wear one around the house.

>>7479256
>>7479247
Didn't mean to quote.

>>7479247
Measure your armhole on your body pattern, and then make sure the sleeve's edge has the same measurement!
>>7479256
They're actually pajamas/loungewear so yeah!

Alright OP here!! I want to make some more kigus to sell on tumblr for $$, can I get some suggestions 'gulls?

anyone have experience making kigus with hair on top? I feel like this would look odd in hair form

>>7480519
I think that maybe catbug kigus would sell well and also if it were possible maybe a colossal titan kigu? A colossal titan might have too much detail but the anime is still pretty popular so it's worth a shot?

>>7477114
Okay thank you so much!

>>7480519
Any of the AC characters from pic. (Though there a lot more that are popular if none of those interest you). Cute pokemon, I think eeveelutions would be very popular. Chopper from One Piece, Kero from Cardcaptor Sakura, Luna & Artemis from Sailor Moon. Tibbers from League of Legends. Whatever else is flavor of the month? Maybe Olaf from Frozen? Hope this helps! Love to see any you make!

I just finished drawing this stingray Kigu. I feel like it's missing something. I love stingrays and I want this to be perfect.

>>7481759
That's so cute!

>>7481761
Thanks, anon. Trying to find the right fabric for it. All the polka dots are too close to each other in most. I feel like I'm being too picky.

>>7471382
i want this

>>7481759
please, please make this ;___;

I made a dinosaur kigu a year or two ago for halloween, and when I stretch in it (it's not as baggy as most kigus I see) sometimes the seams pop.

Which brings me to my question, what is the recommended stitch for a kigu? I straight seamed my old one like a fool, would zigzag be better and more durable for a stretch fabric?

>>7481759
Holy shit, WANT!
I kinda want an axolotl kigu, but I'd be worried about being mistaken for a Whooper.

>>7482421
Use a straight stretch stitch. (image is the symbol used for it) It's a reinforced stitch so it's stronger and more resistant to breaking than a zigzag.

>>7482421
' A ' I straight seam all of mine and they hold up just fine. Kigus aren't meant to stretch, they're supposed to be loose. You might want to change up your pattern anon.

sorry for selfpost but I made a Puppycat Kigu based on the comic cover art about a week ago for a comfy/lazy sunday costume
It has pads all through out it so I look fatter but that also means I'm a walking poof of comfort anywhere I go, it was quite lovely

still looking for better full bodies

>>7482442
As much as I hate the character, that Bee is adorable.

>>7482442
If only I had the pictures for the puppycat kigu I made for my cousin.
Also your friends Bee is like ten time better than mine. Can I ask what fabric she used for the dress?

>>7482442
I hate this tumblr shit too, but that Bee really is too cute

>>7482490
I think she used a pretty basic Cotton blend/bottom weight fabric? Not good at fabric terms but nothing special - no stretch, medium thickness/weight. The secret was how she patterned the skirt/sleeves and she is also wearing like 3 pettis - it turned out adorably cute!
>>7482474
haha thanks! She's amazing yes~

God damn it what is it about kigus that make girls so fucking adorable?

God dammit all these Puppycat kigu's are giving me the motivation.

I've been working on a Hamtaro kigu and it's about 90% done. I'll see if I can finish it up tonight so I can show it. It's absolutely terrible since it's kinda the first thing I've ever gotten all the fabrics to and done myself, but I like it.

>>7482421
>Holy shit, WANT!
>I kinda want an axolotl kigu, but I'd be worried about being mistaken for a Whooper.

I'm so glad people like my design. ;;
And I think you should go for it! Even if people mistake you, you'd rock it!

Has anyone thought of making an Oogie Boogie kigurumi? I'm thinking of doing a gray burlap exterior for that coarse pattern Oogie's outfit has, then a cotton interior because I'd be scratching my skin off in a burlap kigurumi.
Probably gonna be hot as hell, but I dunno how else to get that coarse texture :/

(babby's first kigu project)

>>7464206

>8 hole 1406 Docs.

Always and forever.

>chunky goodness

>>7481759
Kigus seem to be labours of love so maybe you should go with individual spots you place yourself? I cannot imagine any fabric I have seen working right for this one. It is so cute, please share results.

>>7481759
Oooh! That's so cute! Just wondering- will it have pockets?

OP here, I'm finally starting to sew my Unikitty kigu tonight! I'm really excited (and glad this thread is still kickin')

>>7481759
it doesn't look like a stingray to me... you'll need to add some kind of tail flap either attached between the legs to complete the whole pancake body, or maybe as a buttflap? That's probably why it looks off

>>7485491
Ooh update with progress pics? Also I'd go lucky charms on the buttons.

>>7485752
Ahhh I actually ended up getting some clearish pink ones, they made me think of legos!

>>7485800
That sounds cute, but if you have other buttons that might look good, maybe mix n match? (I'm assuming that's what anon meant) Looks great so far btw!

>>7485800
That fabric color is adorable

>>7485399
I was considering that, yeah my SO thinks I'm crazy
>>7485422
probably!

>>7485806
Ahhh maybe! I think I like what I have tho, what do you guys think?

what do you guys think of men wearing these. i'm a big fan of being comfy, but it seems like i would look out of place wearing one of these to a con.

>>7486784
Dinner break before I make the tail!

>>7487034
Do it. I see guys in kigus at cons quite often actually.

>>7487034
It's a con, you can wear a skirt if you want man. If you're that worried go for a more manly character I guess?

>>7487057
didn't really think of it that way, i guess i just have to decide what/who to make one for now.

>>7487062
Follow your cuddly dreams anon! Any ideas on what you'd make?

>>7487083
most likely a poke'mon of some variety, because a lot of them are the right general shape and nothing else is popping into my head atm.

>>7487083

after some quick scrolling I (>>7487149) have ended up stuck between golett, delibird, and less seriously Ludicolo.

>>7487210
Gollett all the way!! (Ludicolo would probably make a lot of people laugh and smile tho)

>>7487041
whew that was a (fun) challenge

>>7487431
I know the satin stitching made it wibbly but still happy with this.

>>7482546
I didn't actually find out until recently, but do you remember the infamous Lyra plushie? It turns out the seamstress who made it posts on /co/, and she does commissions.

Shame /co/ hates the living fuck out of Puppycat, though.

>>7487544
why does /co/ (and /cgl/ it seems) hate puppycat so much? It has solid animation and designs.

>>7487431
Really like the tail. I don't know how good/bad it is by a sewing person's standards but as someone who can't even handsew, it looks fantastic.

I have a need for a Charlotte kigu

>>7487499 does anyone know how to keep fleece from getting all wobbly like in this pic when you use satin stitch? I struggle with it a lot when I make mine

>>7487664
We seem to be pretty anti-tumblr and tumblr loves the fuck out of it.

That and it's pretty much just s000ooo0o0 randum XDDDDDDDDD l0l!!!!1!

>>7487664
like >>7488091 already said, it's a big shit on tumblr and it's pretty cancerous like adventure time in that way .Even before it aired, people on tumblr were doing human versions of puppycat and all sorts of stuff

>>7488078
I actually messed with my tension and it improved a lot!

>>7488017
At least two commissioners have been mentioned in this thread! (Also it would be so cute for someone to wear that kigu and a Mami wig, like you got eaten.)