/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

Got a good chunk of Satsuki's middle school uniform skirt done yesterday. First time stitching on the waistband in the ditch -- it's not perfect everywhere but I'll get better with practice.

I'm gonna finish the skirt/zipper first to see how it sits, but the pleats are currently popping out at my hips -- can I get away with sewing them down a few more inches, do you think?

>>7602938

Got the biggest piece of string padding down tonight. Still need to decide how to pad the shoulder stripes and figure out how I want to approach the border. I kinda wanna do it all in cutwork, but it's a huge area to cover and I'm not sure I'll have enough material for it.

>>7603859
...and here's what I have. Skirt needs a lot more starch.

>>7603872
I am looking forward to seeing this. I never see people do nice embroidery and maybe if it turns out well I'll get off my ass and do the costume I've wanted to for years (but I'm lazy. so lazy)

>>7604482

Thanks. I hope I don't disappoint. This is a project I've been thinking about for ages too. I've never done goldwork before, but it looks straight-forward enough from all the research I've done.

>>7603872

Set the stone and added padding around it. Haven't actually attached it to the ground fabric yet, but that's next once I get it positioned.

>>7604132
Oh no...

>>7604675
I'm aware the skirt looks rough right now. Hence the starch...

Pretty much almost finished Hot Pants. Still need to make the hat. I made the cowl, neck thing but its not pictured here.

>>7605808
2/10 can tell you're a grill.

>>7605837
Pretend its the later chapters where they stopped giving a fuck if you could tell or not

>>7605839
I was just kidding. It actually looks really nice.

>>7605870
Haha I didn't take it offensively I loled. But thank you!

>>7605808
This looks awesome. Your cat looks so grumpy in the photo on the right.

>>7606079
Thanks! That's pretty much her neutral face, she's 19-20ish by now. So she's basically a grumpy grandma.

>>7606125
Awww kitty.

>>7606125
I also have a grumpy old lady (17). They are the best.

>>7606399
>>7606618

>talkin about cats on /cgl
10/10 did giggle

>>7604671

(Silver) Goldwork wires came in today. They're beautiful. But now I'm worried I don't have nearly enough. I guess I'll find out soon enough.

>>7606618
Shes so fussy but she's the best.

>>7607362
iknowrite?

>>7604132
That skirt needs to be ironed and I'd personalyl go with a bit longer of a wig [or is that your actual hair?] but it looks good anon! I don't think I've seen a middle school Satsuki yet but have definitely wanted to!

No photos because I haven't cut the fabric today, but I finally figured out how to properly shape the shoulder on a custom block. I've just been re-cutting after making mock-ups. I tried using tutorials and books and videos and no one has really done a very good job explaining the process, so today I just sat down, cut pieces of paper and started moving them around, and it clicked. This isn't going to save me hours or anything, but it'll save me an extra round of muslins at least.

>>7607367

Started on the first section of passing. Stitches aren't quite as even as I'd like, but it's not bad enough to take out. Plunging the threads at the end was harder than it looked though.

Anyway, I'm fairly happy with how it's shaping up so far.

>>7607706

12hrs later and I'm barely half way through the section. I think it's turning out pretty well though.

>>7608674

Would probably help if I remembered to attach the image.

I've been working on a Sakizo cosplay. I've done a lot so far but there's still a good amount left to do.

>>7608675

Finished the first passing section and edged it in pearl purl. Just that one side took almost all of the 10 yards of passing I'd ordered. Guess I need to get more.

briefly started on the cutwork last night too. It's a lot more finicky than I'd imagined. If you don't get the pieces cut to precisely the right size, they don't lay right.

>>7611485
No clue what you've been working on, but I've enjoyed all your progress posts

This is my progress so far on Beast Boy. It's my first time making a super-suit and forming the arms and muscles has been really fun. The picture on the right is just a mock-up I'm using as lining for the finished suit. There will be a lot more flattering seams and foam scales on the chest when I'm done. I have a long way to go still.

Supersuit tips are welcome!

>>7611485
I saw this in the positive cosplay thread, looks intricate as hell, what's it all for?

>>7609429
That looks lovely, anon! The colors are beautiful.

>>7611503
>>7611502

It's for Reinhard von Lohengramm from LoGH (blond dude in the cape at the bottom). Still on the fence about the version of his uniform with the cape. On one hand, I enjoy capes, but on the other, it'll cover up most of the embroidery so it seems like a bit of a waste. He wears this rank (well, I guess technically the cape/etc is rank insignia too, but the underlying uniform is the same) both ways so it's not like it's an accuracy issue.

The uniform details shift around a lot, so I kinda just picked what I thought would work best (this is an older illustration, so that bit I just finished in passing looks way different––later on they started making it a bit bigger and sometimes it's a smooth curve and sometimes it turns up on the sides). I had to make some adjustments to the design proportions already because I have tiny girl shoulders apparently, so there wasn't as much space to work with on the bib.

>>7611524
Id love to do a cosplay of Reinhard but I am only good with armor and props. I am not even marginally skilled enough with sewing to make it myself. Please continue to post progress as I would love to see this when it is complete.

>>7611522
Thank you! I am actually surprised this is coming out so well, this is my first time making something like this. The ruffles were the worst part, I never want to make ruffle again.

>>7605808
This looks amazing! How did you go about making the flowers and such? Those came out great.

Finished my coat for Apollo Justice! Threw on the vest & tie just for kicks when I tried the finished coat on. It's too dark in my workspace to tell, but I added some "charring" on the bottom with black fabric paint. Super happy with the final result!

The gloves will eventually be covered with strips of white fabric to simulate bandages (sp that was I can take them off to eat/wash hands/etc.)

>>7612224
The flowers are made from craft foam and then I painted them. The effect is done in layers and then I sealed it. Once it was done I used buttons with shanks to poke through and I could just sew it onto the dress!

>>7613005
Ahh I love how this turned out!

>>7611485

After taking it off and redoing it 3-4 times, I'm finally reasonably satisfied with how the cutwork is looking. Maintaining a nice angle over the curve is proving more difficult than I'd thought, but it still looks pretty nice.

>>7604132
Oh cool I was actually planning to do that Satsuki myself after I did her pants version.

Oh man I just made the shirt after making the skirt last summer and tried it all on today. So tight. Got so chub. MUST slim down thighs by Otakon. It's also hella short so I think I'll remake the bottom part.

I love the shirt though! I posted in the help thread and found my way around the sleeves (it's my first from scratch shirt). I finished all the hems and edges for once and the thing is pretty durable and I'm proud of it despite it being a simple seifuku top.

Still need:
- wig
- school emblem patch
- probably redo the ribbon in fabric like usual

>>7613353
you're too kawaii, anon

>>7613353
Your thighs are fine, just make the socks a tiny bit higher so yours knees don't look weird.

>>7613308
Jesus Mary and Joseph anon, my embroidery boner is going to explode. I love this, please keep taking progress shots.

Semi-related, I'm starting on a project to imitate this Cersei gown in a work-worthy way. I have a dress pattern with a faux-wrap top that I'm going to make, and then I'll do a more understated bird design on it.

Keep up the good work. It's fan-fucking-tastic.

>>7613379
Thanks!
>>7611502
Oh wait, I forgot I was going to ask about the socks. I look so much better in OTKs than knee highs like the character wears, so that explains the stupid middle ground I was trying to make with my knee highs. Is it a big deal to wear inaccurate socks in cosplay especially when each character from the show wears their socks different lengths? I just so much prefer high stockings like what the twins in Clannad wear over Nagisa's knee highs.

>>7613472
wtf meant to reply to >>7613450

>>7609429
The seamstress work looks good overall. But the satin binding on the top is too shiny and doesn't go with the rest of the dress. I can also tell you didn't iron it before sewing it, so it's really puckered and obviously doesn't lie the way it's supposed to.

>>7613472
Not that original anon, but I personally would stick to knee-high since it's more accurate to the character. (Although I totally understand wanting to wear it OTK since it's cuter)

>>7613678
Yeah, I got the binding on the site that I got the bones at and they only had that or black. I didn't even think about ironing, I should have though. After trying it on now (I just added the grommets) The bust doesn't fit right period, but I don't know what I can do short of redoing the whole thing, so I'm thinking all I can do is leave it as is and take it as a learning experience. The skirt feels really nice though, I love the weight of it.
(excuse the messy room/mirror)

>>7613746
The bust looks really really tight. It sort of throws it off, the rest looks really pretty

>>7613782
Yeah, that's what I was saying, the bust doesn't fit right at all. But the only way I could see to fix it would be to remake the whole thing.

>>7613791
I know its for a cosplay, so normally I would say throw a bolero over it, but...
really great job on the rest, though. The torso and the ruffles look amazing

>>7613746
yeah looks like you forgot to do a full cup alteration on the pattern. Did you make a fitting piece before cutting into your actual fabric?

and no, there's no way to fix it other than taking it apart and re-doing the whole thing, which would need more fabric in certain parts, so nothing you can do.

>>7613791
Maybe buy a strapless binder? I've seen some cheap ones floating around tumblr that work well for a D cup.

Hot Pants hat is done!

>>7614607

I know you probably can't iron that material, but surely there's something you can do to make those seams look nicer.

>>7603855
Update:
Got the upper arms, Dick plate, And Upper thigh pieces shaped, just need to stylize with more layers and paint.

Need to do:
Lower arms, Heavy Auto shotty (azbats)

>>7609429
Goddamn that is looking so much better than my sakizou cosplay progress

>>7613308

Took it off and started yet again. Looks a lot better. Got the angle I wanted this time and it's a lot tighter and more even now. The plus side of cutwork is that it's pretty easy to take off and do over (if you're careful––I've ruined a good 6" of smooth purl by breaking or pulling the coils by now). I feel like I've got a better handle on it now, though it's definitely still not 100% perfect.

>>7613464

Thank you. And best of luck on the GoT stuff, the costume designer's (I feel awful that I can never remember her name) embroidery work on the show was part of what inspired me to really go for it with this costume.

Finished with all the sewing,
Satin gloves are so ugly tho, but i ran out of money and time so ill have to live with them at AX.
Now I need to make all of the accessories,and style the wig.

Been working on this for a friend's kid. Her kid loves avengers and what not so she picked up this print when we were over at hancocks picking up some other fabrics. I actually got all my fabric for wander from shadows of the colossus cut out just wanna finish this for her since it shouldn't take too long. I only have the bodice pinned to the skirt section since i want to make sure i dont need to take in the bodice further. I made it a touch larger and longer. Her kid is pretty tall for her age so i had to do some alterations with the pattern itself.

Sage for no actual photos but I need to bitch because I spent the entire day today cutting out fabric from my muslin pattern pieces, modifying the placket, fusing on the interfacing, and patterning trim for my sn0wman coat. Didn't even get to touch my sewing machine. It was a sad day.

>>7613353
This looks so clean! What kind of fabric did you use if you don't mind sharing?

threw together a base for Yura in, like, 45 minutes. Still have have a lot of adjustments to make, but its a start.

>>7617010

...why would you block your face in one picture but not the other?

>>7617032
because in one she is embarrassed of her messy room, and the other she is not

>>7617010
I'm just passing through here out of boredom, but can I ask what the appeal of cosplay is? Don't get me wrong, I don't mean it in a derogatory way, I'm genuinely curious why cosplay is so popular.

>>7617010

>>7617069
attention, lots of attention

>>7617076
That's it?

>>7617081
if you show enough ass n boobs you can even make money of it

so yeah, that's it

>>7617069

Well have you ever seen something on TV or in a book and thought "Fuck man, it would be so awesome if I had one of those."

It's like that.
We see something we like and then we make it.

>>7617083
>>7617084
Alright, I see. Thanks.

>>7615506

Almost done with the first curl. I've probably redone every segment of this part 2-3 times at least, but it looks good so whatever.

I made my skirt for Sailor V today. Just need to add the fasteners for the waistband (going to use hooks but I need to buy some). Please excuse the weird looking colors, it's the bad lighting+phone camera.
It's my first time making a cosplay, so I'm having fun. I'm still working out how I'm going to put the top together though.

>>7617931
Super nice and clean work! Crisp pleats... I can't wait until the rest of your outfit!

WIP of a sculpt for an orc prosthetic

>>7605808
Ukraine you're honestly the only trip I like here. You're costume looks really well done!

>>7618164
your*.
>>7617010
Question, I noticed MF is going to do the same outfit very soon. Were you inspired by her?

>>7618166
"You're" is correct in this case, not "your".

>>7618177
She meant to correct "you're costume", you dumbass.

>>7603855
Get back to the top page, Progress Thread!

Making Mega Swampert for AX! So far after two pattern attempts, I got a shape I like for the arms! Gym shirt is made and the stencils gotta get cut out so I can paint the words and such onto it.

GET SWOLE

Started cutting/layout of pattern for an Elsa dress for a friend's daughter. I've already decided to roll hem any part possible to avoid hemming the chiffon/sheer sparkly shit I picked up.
Also editing the sleeve end/ neckline / armpit cape so it's more accurate than the pattern. (pic related)

>>7618260
I think you'd make a better Archie, really
Looks good so far though

>>7618936
And I wouldn't need to shave.... *A*

thank you though~

Did the arms warmers and started the thigh highs. Gotta fix that bunching around the foot and ankle.

>>7613836
I picked up a pattern for my size range so I didn't think I would have issues with adjusting, I was clearly wrong but at least now I know better :/
The good thing is that the cosplay I'm doing calls for some flowers on the bust so that should cover it a bit.

>>7613854
I could try that, thanks!

FINALLY got to test fit some of this! I cant wear the head in my apartment since its way too tall. The other shoulder is done and fits but I still have to adjust them both and add some more details. Once thats done I will do another test fit with both shoulders, bicep armor and the arms.

Its actually much easier to wear and more mobile than I first expected. The torso will need some extra padding in a few places since a few sharp parts jab my stomach. Electronics are all wired and ready for the fans and the sound system. I will need to add an extension to the mp3 jack though so I can reach it.

>>7619571
Bonus mode engage!

>>7619571

Omg....Gunsmith Cats in the corner! I thought I was the only one who remembers that series!

>>7619571
>>7619573
That's awesome!

>>7618164
Haha thanks!

>>7619581
>I thought I was the only one who remembers that series!
really? it was pretty popular back in the 90s, plenty of people remember it, lol

finished one of tutus bracelets

>>7620306
That looks great!!

>>7619573
holy shit mayn. How long it take you to make all that?

>>7620404
Been working on it for about 9 months

>>7619573
>see Temjinbody in preview
>AW YE I CAN FINALLY SEE TEMJIN'S FACE YEE-
>blurred out face

Godommot Temjin I just want to figure out who you are and stalk you for your skills

>>7617931
Kind of a weird question, but about how many inches wide are your pleats?

Trying to finish Vol4 Jonathan for AX. Easily the dumbest hat I've had to make. Paint job needs some touching up too

Finally getting to the construction part of making Sn0wman's coat after spending too many days altering the muslin, patterning trim, and sewing the trim onto all my pieces. I still need to make the cuffs and the trim that will go on the roll line of the lapels but otherwise it's just sewing the pieces together from here on out.

Another costume done in a night, Asukas 2.0 nightgown using left over materials. Feels nice to be able to make a costume without spending anything extra, even if it's simple.

>>7621945
... did you use white thread on a black jacket?

>>7622056
It's a stylized touch. long as it's done right.

>>7617786

After much undoing and redoing, I've pretty much finished the first curl.

>>7622370

And I got my additional supplies in today. I think this is what I'm going to do for the edges––a bullion/frieze twist + pearl purl.

>>7622370
>>7622372
I so admire the patience that must be going into this. It looks gorgeous.

>>7622056
>>7622093
It's hard to tell from that photo but it's actually the same green as the trim (which looks way more fluorescent irl, oh well). Sn0wman is technically entirely outlined in green, which isn't really possible to re-create in real life, so I decided to topstitch the seams as a sort of stylistic nod to that. All the actual construction seams are done in black thread, though.

>>7621136
Two inches.

>>7622529
i did a 3 in the morning dress for jade once and i found that dark green velvet works really well
it looks practically black in regular light except the highlights show the green

>>7622913
Thank you! Clean work by the way.

How do I go about making skin-like cloth? I was thinking of making pieces like pyramid head's skirt, and wasn't sure how to go about it.

Should I go with a leather, or go with latex?

How can I make this cosplay less shitty
other than make-up, I have it covered but can't test now.

WIP: The mega-ring in wrist isn't ready yet, and I couldn't find the glasses (going to buy new ones)

Con is in 1st weekend of July, I have 2 1/2 weeks.

>>7623459
While the jacket is technically well made, it doesn't quite match the source pic you included. The accents on the source look closer to white/grey as opposed to the light blue you used, and the circle part at the top seems a bit large. You are also missing that curved seam going across the middle of the chest. Also, I would have made the sleeve cuffs longer and not used elastic in them or on the bottom of the jacket. And while it is hard to see from this pic, I am not sure you have any ripping in the collar.
Also, the source pic looks more like a zipped sweater than a jacket, so I would have gone with a sweater fleece or something similar.

Again, it is made well enough, but for accuracy sakes, it's a bit off.

>>7623459
Cut your wig shorter/style it more, and then tweeze your eyebrows a little bit.

>>7623459

If I were you I would change for a invisible zipper then make a zipper cover matching the jacket.
Then fix your hair. I don't know if it's a wig or not, but It anyways, It's not good the way it is.
I think the pants are inaccurate also. Try to change them.

Been really busy with other stuff for a while but im finally getting time to start back up on cosplay stuff! First up is an orcish war axe from skyrim. Only had enough time tonight to draw up the blueprint (i fucking love vector drawing, its so fun) and cut out the rough shape, but i should have most of the actual construction done tomorrow.

>>7623893
So with these kinds of props, are they flat on one side or do you bevel both sides?

>>7623896
Both sides will be beveled, the contour lines from the blueprint are copied on both sides of the block, and i use those as guides to carve out the shape of the piece.

>>7613353
looks perfect to me. you don't need to redo anything.

>>7619550
What character/outfit is this for anon? It's so pretty looking!
>>7617931
This looks awesome! Good job anon!!
>>7605808
I really like the cleanness and the construction, you're really good at the details especially! I don't mean to be rude however, why do you always choose such shiny fabric?

>>7616635
Woops didn't see this till now. The shirt is stretch cotton sateen w/bias trim and the skirt is double-layered polycotton.

Finished my stencils for Swampert and painted them tonight! they came out great~

>>7624064
Haha thank you! I don't think I generally chose shiny fabric, this is the first time I went a bit crazy and chose something different. For the most part I tend to use sateens or poplins.

managed to get all this done since march. still have to finish the bodice, add a zip to bottom of the shirt, finish the boot covers, possibly add a gradient to the petals, bows, beads, buttons, trim. there's a lot left to do, but pretty much all the big stuff is finished.

>>7607706
>>7608675
>>7611485
>>7613308
>>7615506
>>7617786
>>7622370
>>7622372

Anon you need to stop it's making me so fucking hard.

Just about half done sculpting the final shape, coming along well so far.

>>7624339
shiiiet dude i have no idea what you're making but it looks great

Not as nice as the other props in here, but for my first time making a prop like this I'm pretty proud so far. I still need to finish heating the worbla on the other side and cut/heat some on the front. After that I'll be smoothing out the edges with a dremel.

>>7624295
is that a joke? that looks so fucking awfukl

>>7624168
thats a ridiculously shitty moveset

>>7625457
What show/game is this thing you have made from?

>>7625510
Tera online

Ignore my sunburned everything. I am so excited for this stupid ass costume and meeting Maurice Lamarch at Connecticon this year.

>>7625516
Og man. That looks great!

>>7625516
I can't wait to see this finished!

>>7625549
I finished the shirt and dress first. I'm planning on doing a make up test once my sunburn goes away where I'll put the whole outfit on.

I'm also planning on making her locket for poses.

>>7625490
Well of course it is. But it's a parody of this, so... yeah.

>>7625516
>>7625516
This wig is awesome! Also,
>Connecticon
I'll see you there anon!! We're getting tons of cool guests this year!

>>7624295
Peacockfeather?

This is what I've got going on at the moment. Hopefully will get this banged out next week!

>>7619571
>>7619573
Dear god, yes.

a lot left to do but its moving at least

>>7625731
You mind doin a little step by step of this?

>>7619571
I'm so worried that some cheeky cunt is going to do something stupid and end up bowling you over and this work of art getting ruined.

>>7621022
Woot stalkers mean Im doing a good job right? lol

>>7625815
Ive had a few weebs threaten to knock me over in my old suits a few times. Ive also had a few drunks and/or just plain dumb people break parts of my suits as well. I always have my GF helping as a handler though and I try to scout locations ahead of time.

Anyway I'm finishing up the last parts of this suit right now. I should have a complete pic up this weekend.

>>7625826
I have friends of both genders that would totally have sex with you if you keep the robot suit on. Sometimes they worry me.

>>7624365
Thanks!

Today i got all the shaping on the axe done, and got three layers of modge podge and a primer coat on to seal the foam (it just happens that all i had was green primer, so dont worry, this isnt the final paint job or anything). Next up is a thin layer of fiberglass resin to get it nice and smooth, then it should be all ready for paint!

>>7625843
Shit! Mod podge really does work, I was the anon in the help thread asking about sealing pink foam. That looks great dude, can't wait to see it done.

>>7625843
Are you doing armor, or just the Orcish Axe?

>>7624168
Dude do you have a page I can follow?

cut out two fronts for the book of friends from natsume yuujinchou, just so i can experiment and see what's better at the end eventually. one will be mostly glue, another will be tape. i don't expect much difference, but i might fuck it up anyway so whatever.

i just hope my search for paper goes better than my first attempt. i might have to buy it online if all else fails.

>>7625980
unlimited cosplay works on FB :)

>>7625891
Yeah it works really well, but be sure to get at least three coats on and sand it a little with each one to keep it smooth, because modge podge tends to pick up all the little bits of excess foam on the surface and make it a bit rough.

>>7625898
While an orc set would be awesome, sadly im just doing the axe. I am however getting ready to start a full set of dwarven armor at some point though, as well as some other stuff from skyrim! This project was more of just a fun little thing to get me back in the elder scrolls mood.

Alright the axe is just about done, all thats left now is another round or two of clearcoat and to go out and find some old looking twine or something to lace around the grip. Looks like it should all be finished up by tonight!

Currently working on commissions.
I made this Loki armor for a customer - it's now cast with SC 325, dyed with black pigments and gold cast magic powder. Weathered it and sealed with clear varnish.
(I like it better than my own one and would like to keep it)

>>7626031

I love natsume. Excited to see this!!

>>7619573
>>7619571

Ok 99% of the details are done now so I did a test of everything minus the head, which I pretty much cant do unless I'm outside or in a convention center due to the height.

3 Barrel cannon sounds and motion all work fine though one barrel tends to stick occasionally. The fans in the chest are wired up and work great. Should keep me cool for 6+ hours or at least help. The sound system is working but I still need to add an extension for the mp3 jack so I can control it myself.

The lower legs need to be tightened up around my knee since it feels like the weight will make them start to slide down after awhile. The bicep armor was supposed to hang down from the shoulder over my arm but I dont like the way it looks or moves in that setup so I will probably have it directly attached to my arm with Velcro instead. Honestly if I have to drop them completely I dont think it hurts the overall look that much.

Forearms need to be adjusted so that they sit sides facing forward when at rest. They look better that way for posing and I dont have to worry about them bumping into the boosters constantly.

Mobility overall is surprisingly quite good. I can even sit quite comfortably if I get a chair high enough. The back side of a folding chair works too and I did that in the past with my GaoGaiGar.

>>7627782
Hot damn you look great! I'm sorry if you said so already but where are you debuting this? I would love to see it in it's full glory!

>>7627782
Buh.. so awesome. Are you going to any FL cons soon?

I made some shitty worbla-foam sandwiches. This is supposed to eventually look like metal armor.

>>7627782
HNNNNGH THAT ALTEISEN IS SO DELICIOUS

>>7627798
>>7627908
Thanks :0 If all goes according to plan I will be debuting this at Supercon in Miami on the 4th of July weekend. I am planning to compete and I am super nervous since supercon/animate tends to bring out some sleeping giants ever since the owner got Heros of Cosplay in involved in his events.

>>7627929
best gaint robot design of SRW imo

>>7625742
This is lovely!

Hurried to finish my Moon Stick for a Sailor Moon contest last night.
It isn't the perfection I want it to be but I had a swiftly encroaching deadline so it worked for what I needed it to do.
All the details are barely glued on so I can rip them off the base wand and finish it properly.

>>7609429
>>7613746
>>7619550
Finished the bow, just gotta clean it up a bit.

>>7624064
Thank you, this is what I am attempting to do. I made a few changes though (like making the front longer)

>>7628344
it looks lovely, i wouldn't have guessed you'd rushed it. good job!!

>>7628638
Anin, that's my favorite! I hope you do well.

Well that just about does it for the war axe, still not totally happy with my color matching job, but i guess thats what i get for not having an airbrush. I decided to weather it up a bit since it seemed too clean, put on the grip wrapping, and did the tuft of feathers sticking out the top. Overall though im quite pleased with the end result.
Next project will likely be something else from skyrim, but i tend to get sidetracked, so who knows.

>>7628809
It looks nice, but how fragile is it? I don't think you did any fiberglass, just sealed the foam, right? It seems like some idiot bumping into it wrong could break the head off to me.

>>7628809
Fellow Sk'rimmer here. I came across line art of all the swords and daggers if you want 'em. Good job on the orcish war axe.

Also I made some pepakura / flat patterns for a bow.

>>7628831
Yeah i was worried about that at first as well, but apparently something i did between putting on the first layer of modge podge and doing the final layer of clearcoat really sank in there and hardened it up. Like its suprisingly durable, i honestly have no fear of any damage coming to it even in a convention setting. Not that it really matters though, this thing is getting mounted on my wall as soon as the smell wears off. Actually now that i think about it, my next project may have to be making one of those weapon plaques from skyrim to hang it on!

>>7629211
Thanks, and yeah man if you wouldnt mind sharing those that would be awesome! Im not sure if you have them saved or just found them online somewhere, but shoot me an email when you get a chance, id love to see them! That bow looks pretty cool too by the way, is it modled off something or just an original design?

Made some major progress on my backpack for my Hachikuji cosplay. First cosplay I'm not buying premade, but I'm getting a ton of help from my dad.

Still, I'm happy with how it's turning out so far even if only a handful of people may recognize me.

Need to work on adding the straps and the top flap tomorrow, then find a way to make it not sag in the front. It's definitely a learning experience..

>>7629400
Damn, it uploaded sideways for some reason.

>>7625473
it looks miles better when it's not laying flat on the floor and not half finished, dickhead.

>>7629407
how can you know it looks better finished if you haven't even finished it?

>>7629409
because all i have left is a couple of extra bows that are not integral to the actual outfit.

I just made the front bow on my cosplay but I can't decide if I should go for accuracy or aestethics. (the cosplay is for a contest)
How it is made now i accurate to my ref. picture, but I think the bow disappears into all the white behind it, so I'm thinking of switching the color order on it so it's purple on the top and bottom. Thoughts?

>>7625742
Wow! That tutu necklace is amazing! How did you make it?

>>7629590
Maybe do an underlayer of that accenting color (you said purple but it looks red on my device) slightly larger but still in a bow shape, so that the edges poke out around the main bow, almost like an outline or a dropped shadow.


>>7628704
Thanks!

>>7622035
Where'd you buy your head interface clips? Been meaning to buy some white ones to complete my Shinji cosplay.

>>7618260
Maguma, are you the same Tsugumu in this pic from Fanime?

My arm progress for Peacock from Skullgirls. I have a fair bit left to do and just 5 days left to finish everything. Kill me, please.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_0IlZjhmOA

>>7629918
It's beautiful holy shit

you better spam with pics once you're done

>>7629918
Wow that looks totally legit.

Finishing up the bulk on Jonathan now, gloves + jewelry are finished but decided not to put them on now. Still haven't touched wig but it shouldn't take long.

Finished sn0wman 3:30 AM yesterday morning to wear her at philly comic con on Saturday. Not 100% happy with it but oh well.

sorry for bad trigger discipline

>>7629263
It's The Raven's Wing from Diablo III. Those vectors/ line art weapons are here http://andrewbig.deviantart.com/gallery/43577710/Skyrim-sword-linearts

>>7629918
Yay skullgirls! it looks really great

>>7629918
This is amazing and makes me exceedingly happy. Are you making this for AX??

>>7629885
Heyo, that's me :)

>>7615453
Woah, awesome Metro cosplay bro :D

>>7617010

how come i didnt fertilize your eggs yet?

>>7631501
Nah, it's for NWFF in Canada. I'm probably bringing it to Sakura con next year too.

This is pretty much what I've got done so far, except the arms and the wig which aren't in this picture. The dress is kinda lumpy and terrible so I plan to remake it for the next convention. I'm working on the hat now, hoping to get most of it done by the end of today.

>>7632116
durr forgot pic

Working on my ears for a Chobits costume, but I'm not sure if they're slightly too big or not. Opinions?

Quesiton for all you seasoned cosplayers, how do you style a wig?

I read that you're supposed to use hair spray over gel, but do you guys have any products that you'd personally recommend?

>>7632476
Read wig tutorials. Malindachans are very good. Even if they aren't for your specific wig, you WILL learn the basics.
Also everyone uses got2b. Gel isn't really useful because wigs aren't real hair, people are more likely to use fabric glue, caulk and the like depending on what you want to do and how permenant it is

>>7632476
It really depends on what you're trying to do with the wig. I use hot water or a hairdryer + curlers for curls and got2b hairspray for spikes. I've heard that fabric glue can be good for spikes as well, although I have not yet tried this. There have also been a few wigs where I have needed to glue hair on top of a base made out of craft foam or hard felt or something else. Pic related.

>>7632445
They look like a good size to me. Try them on with your wig, they'll look smaller. I made a pair of what I thought was perfectly-sized Chii ears, but when I put the wig on, they nearly disappeared entirely.

>>7632484
>>7632499
Nice pic, unfortunately I'm not at the level where I'm making my own wig yet. I bought one from ebay and it came slightly frazzled and the front bangs keep getting in my eye. I'm looking to just groom it a little, would you guys still recommend got2b for that?

>>7632529
What character is this for?

>>7632535
Takasugi from Gintama, here's a pic of the wig

>>7632570
Yeah, I think hairspray would help a bit? but definitely try to keep the spiky bits realistic looking

>>7632119
Do you have a tutorial on scallops that you used?

>>7629918
Holy shit that looks awesome
What stuff did you use to make it?

>>7632912
Nope, I just cut out a billion half circles, sewed them together, and then sewed each one to the white layer of the dress. I seriously don't recommend it, it was tedious as hell and honestly it could look a lot better. Next time I imagine I'll make it a long strip instead.

>>7632942
The eyes are worbla. I made a couple different paperclay bases first that I could use to form the worbla over. The eyeball pieces in that picture have been painted with gesso and then sanded.

The black tube isn't really as bendy as I'd like it to be but I haven't really found anything better at the moment. I'm hoping to replace that for next time. Everything I've found that is more bendy kinks way too easily though, so I'm not really sure what else I can do.

Oh, and inside the gloves there are finger joints and stuff and I would like to make it moveable via strings but I'm not sure if that will work out properly (especially because I only have a few days left to finish this) so I may have to put wire in there for now and try to save that part for a later convention.

Also, this pic is what the rest of the arm pieces currently look like. I will probably add a it more gesso before I sand them.

>>7633005
I see. I'm trying to get pic related's top together but I think I'm just going to go basic and forego the scallops altogether. I can't sew, so I'll just have to make it better for the next convention.

>>7633022
You could try this method: http://www.coletterie.com/tutorials-tips-tricks/tutorial-scalloped-hem It looks pretty good.

>>7633036
That's a really nice tutorial, but I don't have that kind of sewing skill, so I'll have to see if I can get a friend of mine to do it for me though. Thank you!

>>7633059
Most of the pattern adjustment isn't really that important, you do a long line of half circles and turn the lining inside. Another option is you can interface and satin stitch where you want the scallops, then cut away the lower half, this is what I did on my saber costume because I didn't want to add more weight to the hem by facing and turning it.

>>7633091
>interface and satin stitch
Way out of my league, even if that's basic sewing knowledge. I'll look into that on Google though, so as not to bother you. Thanks for the tip!

>>7633091
>>7633114
I would not satin stitch and then cut, as you will often get a bit of a raw edge past where the stitching is, or you'll end up cutting the thread itself, and having loose raw edges that way as well.
Cutting it first, then a very tight overlocking would produce much cleaner results.

>>7633136
I see...noted. Thank you as well!

>>7631719
Well hopefully I will try and bring Big Band :3 Your Peacock process looks absolutely amazing and I can't wait to see the final piece!

>>7633136
Actually cutting before satin stitching will pull your fabric wonky, especially if you have any curves or lines on the bias. You have to be careful cutting and you need a proper pair of small sewing shears to really get close and not cut your sewing. But most cosplayers I've noticed aren't willing to spend the money on high quality scissors made for different jobs.

>>7633327
Fun fact: I have a pair of really nice Fiskar scissors and a pair of Dollar Tree scissors, and the Dollar Tree ones work so much better.

>>7633327
>Actually cutting before satin stitching will pull your fabric wonky, especially if you have any curves or lines on the bias.

Which is why tearaway interfacing exists. Pin it in place, sew along the edge, tear away excess, neat finished edge.

>>7633299
Woah, that would be awesome! I was really hoping to find a Big Band too! :D

Here is my top hat progress so far.

>>7633553
Dat hat!! Come the fall, all the fightan game cosplays begin!! but yeah, if all goes well and I find a safe way to bring my sax back, I'll definitely have it at Sakura con :3 and my Girlfriend is doing Black Dahlia :)

>>7628331
>>7629774
ah thank you!
im really happy with how it turned out
its made from casting resin, gold wire and some sculpey painted with acrylics
i just need to get a better necklace chain now

>>7629918
>>7632119
Ohhh man, I can't wait to see pictures of this finished

>>7630051
You might be the skinniest male Jojo cosplay I've ever seen, wow

>>7632119
The shape is sp fucking fantastic. Good job! <3 Did you get that through steel boning?

>>7613005
I've been following your Apollo progress for some time, and I'm glad to see it finished! Good job!

>>7633753
6'2" and 30-32 waist. it's a pain in the ass to find pants that ever fit me

>>7633337
>Friskar
>not master race Gingher
Pleb.

>>7634972
Never said anything about them being the best scissors. I've just heard that they're one of the better brands.

>>7634972
Never said anything about them being the best scissors. I've just heard that they're one of the better brands.

I think I'm just about done. I still need to style it. Gotta get rid of all the split ends, too.

>>7603855
Nearly got the Chestpiece done for the NCR patrol armor I am working on.

Is FONV still in anyones memory?

>>7635083
Yeah man, I just wore this to a con a few weeks ago and got a ton of recognition! Your armor is looking awesome too, theres so few sets of ranger patrol armor out there so Im glad to see youre doing it well! Out of curiousity, where do you plan on wearing this to once its done?

>>7635470
Thanks man, I plan on wearing it at Northwest Fan Fest down in Vancouver

>>7634523
Yeah, I guess that's what it is? It's a random hoop skirt I bought on taobao.

Also, I've been having trouble with sanding the gesso that I painted onto my hat and some the arm pieces. It isn't becoming nearly as smooth as I'd hoped so I'm probably going to have to roll with it for now and figure out a solution for the next con,... Does anyone know any sort of solution for this? All I can think of is rougher sandpaper, which I don't have time to go buy before the con. :c

Hi /cgl/!

Just finished Ryuuko's scissor blade from KLK for shits! It's actually not too hard to make! What do you think?

made entirely from one board of lumber wood.

>>7635083
>Is FONV still in anyones memory?

YES. Boone is my video game Waifu. I sink way to much time replaying that game. Right now I am doing a playthrough where I am killing anyone I see just for kicks. I really wanna make an ED-E prop because *SOB* Lonesome Road DLC.

Your costume looks great so far.

>>7635641
DAMN! I am a Vancouverfag and would have love to seen this. You going to any other Vancouver cons/events?

>>7635757
Sandpaper's probably what you'll need to do :/

>>7635878
It usually is for people. If it's not smooth enough they just haven't sanded it for long enough.

>>7635757

More grades of sandpaper and more sanding.

Though, for easier sanding on 3D objects, I'd highly recommend getting one of those foam sanding blocks (they're great for wet-sanding too since the foam retains the water for you).

>>7633659
Holy shit you'd better post pics of that. Anyone doing any of the DLC characters that's not Annie is amazing.

>>7636037
...ack I meant DLC vote characters. My bad. We'll never have them.

>>7635831
Make it unfold

>>7635831
Tbh you should really taper the area for the fingers on that handle. Would serve the dual purpose of making it more comfortable to hold and look less like its was just from a single plank with a table saw.

>>7635641
Darn, complete opposite side of the continent, oh well. By the way, did you just paint the pauldrons on your armor white, or is that actually white foam? Because ive been looking for different colored EVA mats that arent stupidly expensive forever.

>>7625811
Here's the edge that I put on.

The basic steps I do are:
>>Size in Photoshop and print
>>Cut out template from MDF
>>Grind edges with a powersander
>>Finishing touches and paint
(This is also my first attempt getting back into things for quite a few years.

>>7637068
And here's the start of carving the designs in with a dremel...this is super taxing with my early arthritis, but I think it'll turn out good, and definitely be better looking then just painting.

>>7636211
Yeah I feel you. mostly experimental on the first one. I think I will make more and take the handle into careful consideration, thanks!

>>7635856
Might, Just might be going to AnRev or whatever it's called, can you suggest any?
>>7636467
I used the ones I found at Walmart, they are 50cm x 50cm I think and come in packs of 4 for 12 Cad

>>7617931
Sailor V top progress. As predicted this is way harder than the skirt.
I didn't do so well on attaching the collar, but fortunately the big red bow on the front will hide most of that.
Just need to add the sleeve cuffs, shoulder plate things, and aforementioned chest bow.

>>7615453
Annnnd update

My terrible boot armor. First time working with worbla/foam.

>>7619571
Can I please ask what material you are using for the main build?

Eva foam?

>>7639183
This build is 95% pvc. The only parts that are made from EVA foam are the thighs, most of the bicep armor and the soles of the feet for traction. The sides and back of the torso are made from sandwiched corrugated plastic.

>>7636037
oh you know I will!! Big Band is such a cool character, how can I NOT post pics and share!!!

>>7640987
I mostly meant Black Dahlia because she hasn't been done before yet, but it goes without saying that a well done Big Band is always appreciated.

>>7638776
More rough Worbla armor. bow-arm forearm & lower upper arm plating for a demon hunter. Needs some smoothing and one air bubble chased out.

Last minute project for supercon next weekend. Trying to give this scissor blade a red candy coat but I am having issues since I dont have time to let the paint fully cure. Its a problem since the tiniest smudge or finger print pretty much ruins a chrome finish. Letting it get some sun with a fan on it atm and will trying to finish the clear red tomorrow.

>>7641870
Wowiee ! what materials did you use ?

>>7641870

that looks fucking awesome

>>7641908
Its made from layered 3mm gator-board but I didn't make this one actually. My girlfriend got a fairly cheap one from ebay on a whim and it arrived with what was possibly the worst paint job I have ever seen, broken into pieces from shipping and just generally looked horrible. I put it all back together again and basically redid the whole thing with tons of plumbers putty and a whole lot of sanding. I'm repainting it in a chrome candy coated red.

Isshin Matoi-Dyed beard and wig fabric, need to cut and style, going to bloody a lab coat and scissor blade I made

Timeskip Franky-Remaking shoulders, using styrofam due to being low on time, paint is looking good on them, need to reglue arm boxes.

Groudon Gijinka-need to paint black on arms, and shoulders, Helmet and legs are complete, need to add elastic to back to it stays attached to me.

Is this thread still around? Thought I'd contribute, but I think the lack of sleep and extra work is starting to kill me.

I am going to a party in about two hours and me and my GF are still getting our shit ready, I'm going as Last Stand Beast and she's going as Ursula from the little mermaid.

My face just got the first coat on. Shit feels weird. Will post a pic when the second coat is done

>>7641870
>>7641936
Do you got any pics of the blade before it was remade to look kick ass?

>>7639471
What kind of thickness did you use for the base - Around 10mm?

>>7642814
Looks really good though man. Stunning work!

I'm guessing you made a paper/card template first then cut it out of the PVC foam?

>>7642696
Only got this one potato quality pic. Thing was covered in pockmarks and scrapes, the red was wayyyy too dark and the paint job was runny had hair in it. Eww.

>>7642814
The EVA thickness I used for this was 1/4 inch. Most people use 1/2 but I always find that gets too hot. The pvc is a mix of 1mm and 3mm sheets sandwiched together with CA glue and then reinforced with fiberglass on the inside. Keeps it light and gives you an easy to work with surface with a great texture.

>>7642274
This is gorgeous and very clean. How did you do the trim, if you don't mind me asking? Did you panel it in?

>>7642822
Is it a PVC foam you're using then? Which is hwy you're using the CA glue as it wouldn't eat through it. And it allows you to shape it better too I guess?

I'm really interested in doing a mecha cosplay myself that's all and I think your Alt is fantastic. Just trying to get as much info as I can and what various people use.

>>7642980
Yes its a generic version of sintra that I get in bulk from a local industrial plastics supplier.

On its own the material is not very strong and can break pretty easily so not many if any mecha cosplayers use it to the extent I do. This is why I use it in combination with EVA and fiberglass. EVA is used for the high friction areas that need to be able to bend and move alot. I use the fiberglass to toughen up the larger more fragile sections.

>>7642980
Im glad you like my Alt. Its a costume I have been wanting to try and make for almost 10 years and I'm very happy its almost done.

My last build was GaoGaiGar if your interested
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEWRxcjiIQ4

I'm glad you want to cosplay a mecha. I'm actually running a panel on making these costumes at Anime Festival Orlando next month since I really want to see more people try to make these kind of giant costumes. If your not in the area I plan to upload a vid of it online as well sometime after. You can check out the event on my fb page UbersCosplay.

>>7643031
Can I also ask how you made your platforms? Did you make wooden stilts/blocks to add height?

Also, do your thighs parts attatch to your belt part to keep them up?

Sorry if I ask too many questions.

Your GGG rocks too, prefer the Alt though I think. Not much in it though.

Sadly not in your area or would have paid you a visit. I live in the UK. :p

Going to have to hunt for a good supplier of either EVA or Sintra in my area which supplies the stuff in large sheets. I was going to buy the thicker stuff in small sheets, build a the basic parts/shapes from multiple sheets then cover it in a layer of thin (1-2mm) material to get a perfect finish. A4 sheets seem to work out cheaper per area but I don't want ,y build to look patchy so it seemed like good idea. You have any thoughts? Did you just use huge sheets throughout?

The Raven's Wing taking shape in pep. Smoothcast for slushing it is here too, picked up some sandin' sponges this morning as well!

(This was irritating.)

>>7643080
The platforms are just simple ones I made myself from wood. I did use metal plates on the sides to make sure they were strong though. The shoes are a cheap pair of black Velcro shoes that are just screwed into the platforms.

The thighs on my new builds attach to the waist rigging with backpack clasps in the front under the skirt armor. Before I sometimes used elastic Velcro straps to attach them to my thighs but that gets uncomfortable after a few hours.

I get my sheets in large 4x8 ft sheets though that's just because that the way the supplies carries them. I usually cut those down to more manageable pieces before I can really work with them. You can bond smaller pieces pretty seamlessly as long as you have another sheet behind the joint area to bond them and use some filler putty to smooth out any gap.

Man I feel super guilty not posting progress in quite some time. But here is my Giorno wig 98% done! Now all I gotta do is add the collar, the details on the front of the jacket, place the pockets, Add the lady bugs and studs, sew the gold bias around the bottom and my Giorno Giovanna will be 100% complete!

I am very excited to get this done ASAP, Anime Expo is in only a couple of days!

Hubby didn't want to cut his beard for AX, and decided he wanted to cosplay Joseph, so I had to do a goodwill run. I don't think it looks bad for basically a closet cosplay(Yeah I know, inaccuracies). Though I admit I wish he had a more accurate hat but he wants to use my grandpa's old fedora(though maybe I can try some of the local costume shops and see if they have an indie hat or something) I called my local magic and costume shop and they have the theatrical quality temp hair coloring, so at least we can grey up his hair, eyebrows, and beard.

>>7643087

That looks complicated as all hell. Nice job, I would never have the patience.

>>7639471
>Zeon
You disgust me.
Yet you use Temjin as your preferred name.
And Temjin is my dude.
So I stand conflicted.

>>7643087
hey man why do you glue the tabs on the outside?

>>7643258
noice. you gotta pose better than that though. counting on you, anon~

Shadow of the colossus progress. It was my first time doing applique. I still have some ironing on seams yes as well as just over all pressing. Was just relieved to have so much crap done in one day. I still have alot of detailing yet but i wanted to get the base of this costume finished.

>>7644212
I'm an equal opportunity mecha enthusiast.

>>7637759
Artyom would be proud ;^)

>>7644308
Yessss! Looking good so far, how are you planning to do the tabard? When I did mine I used heat-n-bond iron on and then weathered it with dirt and charcoal.

>>7644266
If it's slush-cast with tabs inside, I get lots of little tab-shaped indentations that all have to be filled. That's not fun.

>>7644510
thanks! I finished it. This was before i put it together but i used a foam piece, drew out the design, and then cut out another foam board for an insert in the half of the cape. I used an X-acto knife to cut out the designs on the foam board i drew on and clamped that to the part of the cape i was painting on. I did this 4 times. I was tempted with applique but figured it'd be just as tedious to get all the details down. I didn't want to risk screwing up spaces of pieces etc since there are quite a few small areas you can't see. I'm done with painting it. Took a total of about 20 hours or so. Wasn't bad, just tedious.

>>7644667
Also noting in that pic it wasn't done but it shows the stencil I used in the background

>>7644336
Haha, I can respect that.

Working on Nonon's speakers for AX, gotta adjust the angle so they droop less. Totally fucked up the paint job on my hat and have to redo the entire thing, but here's a pic if it before I screwed up.

Based Swolepert full steam ahead. Finished making my fins earlier today. Rare earth magnets to clip under neath the wig I will actually be wearing at the con. Shit's gonna be great!

>>7641441
d'oh!! Well there will definitely be many pics of both!!

Gonna remake the harness/back thing for the tails. And add fishing line so they stay up! But all in all I'm happy with the test run I did of this cosplay.

>>7645886
Holy shit, this is so cool. Do you mind posting a picture of the harness? I'm thinking of making a costume that would need something similar.

>>7645886

were...you at NWFF by any chance?

Almost fucking done.

All I have to do is add in the lining, the collar and the bias tape and this fucker is done. Here is some progress from earlier today

>>7644667
The dirt and weathering looking amazing, I love you anon. Please post finished pics in some future thread!

>>7646085
I'm at work right now Anon but I can draw out how I made the harness later tonight! No pictures because I literally made it the night before and shit's embarrassing.

>>7647744
Yes....yes I was!!

>>7611503
I finally finished Beast Boy's costume. It was my first time making a super suit.

>>7648817
I didnt do any dirt/weathering. The one sitting on the bottom left was just how it started which is right after i put the first layer of paint on after using my stencil. Right now it's how the one on the mannequin looks. Part of me feels horribly ashamed to even think of doing any damage to this piece. I know by all rights i should but it's..hard. I also just started putting on a trim around the edge of the cape. This is just the back of the cape since i started there and i moved it to the front so i could get a photo. Thank you for the compliment though! Apologies if i overload on pics at all. I'm actually really happy with the progress on the shirt too. Disappointed most people won't see the detail but i'll feel better in the end knowing that i did it. That's what counts.

>>7649024
This is just how the shirt looks now, cuffs of the sleeves are pinned on. Pardon its super wrinkly appearance. i've taken it on and off the mannequin alot. First time with applique as i mentioned before. I dont think it turned out horrible but definitely not spectacular. The v-neck gave me a hard time. It was a really difficult area. Straightened up as much as i could.

>>7646085
Here Anon. The holes in the back of the plate are for the wires of the infrastructure of the tails to be fed through and twisted securely.

Hope this makes sense! I've been researching other methods and want to remake mine following this tutorial.

http://caitastrophic.tumblr.com/post/45998934040/project-ahri-tails

>>7643280
please make him scream "OH NOOOO" during dramatic photo poses.

Making a yukata for a gijinka of Beni from DMMD (ignore the fact that my dressform has boobs, I'm binding for the real thing). Need to appliqué on his wing markings, sew up the sides/sode, hem, and interface/sew the obi. I'm making all the seams French seams and it's been tedious but very worth it.

>>7609429
>>7628638
Looking good, anon!

>>7649378
I did my tails using this method too (caitastrophic) and the ones I made stayed up all day (it even stayed when people hit them at the con). I'd recommend it although the weight is deadly.

I whipped out the drywall spackling paste because I was having issues with a lot of difficult-to-sand little bumps in my paper mâché coat and it's working like magic so far.

I've used spackling paste to fix small patches in props and primed/painted without issues, but I'm a little worries about the whole prop being covered in it like this, especially because it's a big foot-level prop that's going to be dragged around.

Tldr; and suggestions for making a drywall-type exterior more durable without 6373663737x more work? Otherwise I guess I'll just prime and paint like normal and cross my fingers.

>>7653441
Awww terminal core, Thats awesome! Are you that one anon who was putting together a mamimi a while back?
And regarding your question, fiberglass resin would be a great way to strengthen that up. As long as you dont have any exposed surfaces made of something that it will melt (insulation foam mainly), put about two layers of resin on there and it will not only harden and support it, but also give you a really smooth plastic-like appearance that will probably help the look of your final paint job as well.

Just started on Fire Nation Suki from AtLA by making the collar. Trim is so crappy...that's what I get for not going out to get bias tape.

But the real reason I'm sharing is for the kawaii-ass marimo shirt I made yesterday.

Bow pepakura is completed! Now to coat with mold release and cast parts.

>>7649024
Aw I see, you should do dirty and weathering though since its more accurate! Too many Wander cosplayers have pristine costumes

>>7655131
If by 'awhile back' you mean like a year or more, maybe. I honestly don't remember if I posted anything about Mamimi but it's something I've been working on as a background project for quite some time! Thanks so much for the fiberglass resin suggestion. I thought at first it wouldn't work for me because of costs, but apparently there's a gallon of the stuff in my garage that's been going to waste. Any suggestions for sanding it though? I hear that's rough.

>>7655925
wander anon here and i totally understand what you mean. I want it to be "beginning of the game" wander so i'd like to have it a little dirty but not torn to shreds like after the 16th colossus. H-hope that's not disappointing. I love wrecking costumes and making shit dirty. My stumbling block is how much time im throwing into details. Most costumes i wreck dont have half the amount of time put in.

Put it together from a resin kit, but I'm pretty proud of the painting/wiring etc. I need to finish my arm armor and my laser rifle and then I'm set for SDCC

>>7657317
Huh, mustve been someone else then. For the fiberglass, be sure to wear a respirator when you use it, that stuff is aweful for you. When it comes to sanding though, if you apply it right and prepare your surface well, you actually shouldnt need to sand it. Make sure you get the surface as smooth as you can, and the resin will form an extremely smooth layer over it, and even round the corners to a degree. Its kind of difficult to explain, but try doing it on a test piece and you should see what im talking about.

>>7607688
Oh lord please tell me your secrets
I know this is a month old but please