/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

Is there a ok way to color this lace black? Later I'm going to cover it with better lace or ribbon but I just got this headbow today and I need it to be non-ita by tomorrow morning. I don't think I'll have time to run out look for ribbon or lace in that time.
Would acrylics coat it? Or black nail polish? I've never painted lace before because it's the stupidest thing even and shouldn't be done. I'm short on time though so I guess that's my option.

>>7938104
>nail polish
Painting it is gonna be whats gonna look ita.
Get a sharpie man...

>>7938129
>>7938104
Sharpie is gonna make it purple. You can dye it, and it'll turn out alright if it's cotton lace.

>>7938104
Just take a seam ripper to it

>>7938145
The band is plastic and it's glued on.
Maybe I'll just go without this headbow until I can get material to cover it up. Oh well.

I've seen some pictures of guys doing rogue titan cosplays wearing just these little flesh colored shorts and bodypaint. How do I find shorts like that? What are they called? Can I fit compression shorts under them without having them show through too much? I'd rather not subject those poor congoers to the outline of my junk

I'm trying to find a good fabric for a super suit; is heavier weight lycra a good idea if I plan on making the suit very tight/compression-type? Also, anyone know how to do good topstitched seams in lycra without it being bunched up or breaking the thread when it's stretched to put on?

Also, has anyone here worked with cordura, and does it have any special considerations to worry about?

>>7938997
I think they're called "spanks" or "spats."

>>7938104
There are some room-temperature dyes. Try some india ink; test it on a piece of lace before committing.

>Reposting since old thread is in auto sage mode.

I'm trying to make a Teddie suit but I never sewn before or did a project this big. I want to give this a shot because I can't seem to find a commissioner to do this for me that isn't expensive as hell.

One of the biggest issues I'm having is making it size to scale because I'm 178 cm and most Teddie cosplayers I've seen run on the small size since Teddie himself is small.

Going to use these two tutorials and get some help from relatives:

https://atashi.wordpress.com/2012/08/04/persona-4-teddie-kuma-cosplay-progress/

http://cassari.deviantart.com/art/Making-Teddie-Part-1-313629951

-What do I need to make the suit breathable? I'm going to be wearing a Junes version Teddie cosplay under the Teddie suit. I don't want to be a sweaty mess with my makeup on.

-What do I use instead of dog toys to make the squeaky noises in his shoes?

-How would I be able to use the washroom in something like this?!

Image related. Going to have a cosplay in a cosplay.

>>7939436
For the zipper; OrgXIII sells large, chunky plastic zippers.

Top dome, papier mache or fiberglass. Use spray glue to stick felt to the dome. Make sure it has padding that rests on your SHOULDER not your head.

Eyes are thin white fabric. Thin lycra works well for this.

Rest of it can be made of anything; I'd go for a bottom-weight or a jersey knit so it lays nicely. I fyou need it to have some body, add spongey foam or batting in layers, but make sure there is a significant ari gap, so you don't die of heat.

It WILL be warm. Make sure the head is well ventilated (cutting holes for the eyes will help this).

>>7926431
Posting again from last thread. I'm new to sewing from patterns and I want to find a pattern for Gilgamesh's jacket from Fate UBW.

Thought it was a motorcycle jacket, but after searching it might be a bomber jacket? Anyway I can't find any bomber jacket patterns that have the right collar, how hard would it be to alter the colllar to the pic?

>>7939530
Thanks anon. Is it possible to have a small portable fan rigged inside?

Thank god I'm only 58kg despite being 178 cm.

>>7939535
Not too hard but I would wait for another anon to help you out further.

>>7939541

You can, but it'll make hearing even more difficult than otherwise.

Since you can hardly see and hear as it is; that'll make you a walking hazard. I won't say not to do it; but to be extra careful.

It shouldn't be hard to rig some 120mm fans up, that said.


>>7939535
It's literally a strip of fabric with some stiffening. Make sure you cut the jacket short on the torso.

>>7939558
Thanks anon. My biggest concern is being hot as fuck because I'm going to be wearing the Teddie suit and his normal outfit from the game/anime. I might just have to wear it during a cold season or wing it.

>No wonder Teddie is naked under the bear suit.

I'll post progress pictures in the progress thread when I get started too.

Gonna make a viewtiful joe cosplay. Best way to make the helmet? was thinking of just buying a skater helmet and modifying it. considering I'll have to add materials to make the general shape, what should they be? keep in mind I plan to spraypaint the entire helmet to make it look glossy.

So I've decided to cut out the middleman and make a GL costume myself.
Alan Scott seems like the best choice just because it's more of finding things that would make good pieces, rather than making it all from scratch.

I need:
>A long red shirt or sweater with slightly baggy sleeves, a flat collar, and no buttons
>A fucking gigantic belt with a belt buckle that's a to-scale model of Wyoming
>Tight green pants
>Black or light purple material for the cape with a green (or shiny green if it's purple) for the inside
>A small chain and something resembling whatever you call those gold things that hold the chain together
>A large dog cone to make the collar
>Long red rainboots and something like a gold chain to wrap around each one
Any suggestions for these?

>>7939642
Try a thrift store. I know it sounds stupid but you can get a sweater, the pants, the belt, and most likely the chain and boots in one.

Hey I made a thread over here >>7939918 but I guess it wouldn't hurt to try asking here either. Good anime recommendations with groups of 4-5 girls in cool outfits?

>>7939936
Idk about cool outfits for some of these, but groups of four or five off the top of my head:
-Pretty Cure (has a million different series with lots of cute outfits)
-Gundam (lots of series have four or five females that would go together well, though their costumes aren't all super flashy or interesting)
-Revolutionary Girl Utena (the more minor female characters in particular could use the love)
-Lucky Star
-Galaxy Angel
-Bubblegum Crisis

This may be a silly question but if my "failed to deliver" slip tells me I owe extra money for postage, am I right to be a bit annoyed at the seller? It's only a couple bucks but I always thought the shop would have those details figured out to save me hassle. Would it be too much to leave an imperfect (but not bad) review? I don't completely understand the logistics of shipping products so I want to make sure I'm not being unfair.

>>7939571
Spend the time to design the suit so that you can jump in and out. It's shouldn't be hard. When I get home I'll chuck up some of my thoughts

>>7940014
Some of these are really cool! Lucky Star is a little plain, but most of the other outfits loom like a little more like what we're looking for. Thanks a lot! If you think of anythinf else, I'd love to hear it!

>>7937247
Wow I never knew that about spanx before, that's so gross. Most advice on preventing yeast infections say to change/dry off regularly to prevent moisture from growing bacteria in the area. I would just go to the bathroom often to dry yourself and try not to sweat too much throughout the day.

>>7940038
Is what you bought expensive? It's an option chosen so that the seller/buyer doesn't have to worry about someone stealing the package. It sucks, but I personally wouldn't leave a neutral review for the seller being cautious.

>>7935654
Didn't see the thread was autosaging, oops. If you were using ABS you could've done acetone gassing as a way to make the print smooth and shiny without much work, making the paint job a little easier. Sorry!

http://www.makerbot.com/blog/2014/01/27/makerbot-studio-painting-3d-printed-models/ This might help you a bit! They use PLA too, good luck.

Please help!!

I'm trying to make this cosplay. I'm buying a black zentai suit and making the "metal" parts out of craft foam. How can I have the foam sticking on the zentai suit while at the same time be able to wear it?

Like if I were to get the foam bands all around my waist and stomach so they look tight, how am I supposed to make it so I can remove it and put it on? I don't know if I'm making any sense here?

Also, what other material could I use to make the metal? Is craft foam the easiest to use? In this case that the armor is mostly just belt like and goes around the body.

where do I start if I want to make something like this (the stand)? I have a general idea on how to make the details (similar to armor) but the body/base eludes me...

Brief from Panty & Stocking. Thinking about getting just a green hoodie an some green sweatpants for his costume. Where would I find a green belt that attaches through clips though? Also the patches for his hoodie. How would I go about getting those?

Also I don't know where to find good wigs so any recommendations to a site for that would be helpful.

Any tips for honey lemon cosplay? online stores etc? Thanks :)

I have been obsessed about the idea of making a Metro:Last Light hazard suit cosplay. I have the helmet and gassmask down, but I do not know where to find clothes to create the armor.

>>7943539
Forgot pic

>>7943438
Flightsuits are so easy to find are you serious

>>7943543
I didn't know whether to go with a flight suit or a hoodie and normal clothes.

>>7942701
I think you're on track with the foam idea. Usually for keeping belts and holsters and whatnot in place, I tend to sew snaps to my zentai suit and to the inside of the belts, etc. Something similar could probably work well for attaching these too: either snaps, magnets, even velcro possibly

>>7943661

Thanks so much anon!! It's the first time im doing something like this so I was kinda lost on how people actually get this stuff to work. Velcro and snaps sound really good!

How do I go about making the little balloons Ramlethal has? I want them to float, but balloons of that size (soccer ball size) are mostly pear shaped. Any way to make a fabric balloon that doesn't involve FIRE?

Or how do I get a spherical balloon?

>>7943837
not familiar with the character, but are you talking about those black and white thinks with teeth on either side? if so, for pete's sake do not try and make them ballooons

>>7943536
You can literally go to the mall for that.

>>7943871
Yes, the black and white things, Luciferos.

They're literally balloons in the game, so...

I'm stuck on these boots. I don't even know where to begin with creating a shape like that.

Can anyone help?

I also can't decide what fabric I should use for the tunic. Wool, linen, maybe?

>>7943886
BALLOONS IN THE GAME
BALLOONS IN REAL LIFE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXLDv-fUINM

>>7943960
Honestly, I made Astrid from the 2nd movie and used a pair of faux Uggs and made fur covers for them. They already have the right shape etc. so you'd just need either find the right base color boots or make covers and then make fur cuffs for the tops. Pretty easy.

>>7943982
This actually sounds like a good idea. Do you have a picture of your boots?

>>7943975
I just want them to float around like in the game, thing I cannot do unless they're balloons.

>>7944013
I used cardboard inserts to keep them upright so that's why the boots look very narrow. But yea.

>>7943960
When I made mine, I started with a pair of slippers, then used foam to build up the shape, then covered them with a suede, and added faux fur on the top.

>>7944063
Those are lovely.

>>7944096
Thank you, Anon. TBH I was kind of nervous about posting the pic.

That said, I'll share a few other nuggets of information if you are new to working with furs: keep a vacuum with hand tools handy because it gets everywhere. In fact, I frequently ran the hand tool over each piece of fur to pick up any strays.

Mark your lines on the back of the fur and cut it with a razor blade from the back, then pull apart at the cuts. Scissor cutting can leave you with some fur getting trimmed at stupid angles ruining the consistent length.

To hide your seams, trim some fur away at the allowance just inside where you want to stitch, stitch, then use a tiny comb such as an eyelash comb to rearrange the fiber and cover your tracks.

Good luck!

Pardon the shitty pic, and my hair is a mess from being at work all day, but what would you seagulls suggest for setting a pipe-curl quickly and efficiently?

I am a bit of a peacock at work, and aim to be as 18thC fashionable as possible, but my knowledge of hair curling is almost in the negatives. Right now, I am manually curling it with my fingers fresh out of the shower, and pinning it in place until it dries. Would a hair curler or two stacked be possible? Whats a good way to fast set it? I have good natural texture for hold, so I want to avoid products and curling irons.

I'm thinking about attaching cat ears to my head using magnets under my wig. Is this a bad idea? Has anybody else ever done it? I'm making rather large ears so I feel like sewing them on would leave them lopsided. Any suggestions?

>>7944195

>>7944197
clips fall out after a while

>>7944205
Put magnets... on the clips

>>7944195
Don't use magnets. Trust me, I've experimented.

>>7944195
It really depends on what the cat ears are made of at this point. If they are not solid plastic or something (they sound like they are made of fabric) try putting a headband under the wig with prongs (I just used a lightweight but thick wire) sticking off of the top of the headband (like weird antennas). The prongs will then go through the wig (if it is mesh) and poke out the top. Then just poke a hole for each prong in the sewn ears and stick the prongs through. This should keep them fine all day. I would recommend if they are sewn with stuffing in them use two prongs on each ear so they don't twist and turn during the day.

I used this for Homestuck horns and they stayed great for the whole con and didn't damage the wig so I was able to wear it for other cosplays after. I don't know exactly how it would work for something not as solid as horns but it is worth a try I think.

>>7944205
What kind of weird shit do you do for the clips to fall out?

>>7944280
Heh you don't want to know anon.

Wink wink nudge nudge

>>7944268
Thanks for the advice. I was thinking about making them out of foam because they have to be a certain shape (whenever I try to sew abnormal shapes they always come out strange looking) then using screws, a headband and anchors. My question was then if i had to cut the wig so the cat ears could poke through. But this made me realize that most wigs are mesh and cutting would be unnecessary. WOW I'M STUPID

Captcha: Sackville mmtsto

>>7944049
sure then go ahead, do your balloons, make sure to selfpost here later so we can compliment your beautifully accurate work!

>>7944049
Why don't you just prop them on your shoulder? There are things you just can't do in real life that you can do in video games.

Balloons are not a good idea because someone can pop them or they can become a hazard at anime cons.

>Yes I know who this is and yes I play Guilty gear.

>>7944305
No problem. Gotta use that HS knowledge somehow.

I would actually highly recommend foam if you are going in this direction. Lightweight and makes the whole prong thing so much easier as you can just stab them right in there. Make sure the prongs aren't too long though or you can seriously fuck up the ears.

>>7944436
More or less related, but if I'm looking to make rather large antlers, what would you recommend to keep them con-survivable?

>>7944449
definitely the same thing. Keep them lightweight if you plan to wear them all day, so use foam. Also make sure you securely attach them to avoid complications throughout the day

>>7944449
Yep, do your neck a favour and make them as lightweight as possible...learned this the hard way. Depending on what the design is, I'd say to make them sturdy but easily removable. Because even seeing someone with giant antlers coming through, no one will ever get out of your way and will try to just barrel right through them. After a day of this, it gets really old, especially if you're trying to get through quickly for food/bathrooms/etc

Is this cosplay a ya or a nay?

http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.182.apYOzQ&id=39223231506&ns=1&abbucket=13#detail

>>7944280
Ok so basically there's nothing wrong with using weave clips

How much do weapon commissions run? I wanted to get a spear and an evoker prop commissioned but the quoted price is $80 for the gun and $320 for the spear. I'm afraid to ask for a lower price since they offered $270 sans shipping. Or is it better to get it from someplace like Taobao? (Is that even possible?)

I want to make it myself but it's sort of close to the con and I'm not confident I'll finish it in time.

Si I'm making a cosplay of Rana from Vocaloid 3, and I hacve never worked with LEDs before. I'm having a friend who knows about connecting wires and electronics to help me, but I'm a bit stuck on the rainbow wires on her shoes, "headphones" and braid ends. I want the look that EL Wire gives, but those doesn't come in rainbow colors and my friend don't think painting them will let the light through. The other option is LED strips , but I think those are too wide and they will be a lot harder (and expensive) to make...

opinions on what to do?

>>7937471
So I'm making a cosplay of Rana from Vocaloid 3, and I have never worked with LEDs before. I'm having a friend who knows about connecting wires and electronics to help me, but I'm a bit stuck on the rainbow wires on her shoes, "headphones" and braid ends. I want the look that EL Wire gives, but those doesn't come in rainbow colors and my friend don't think painting them will let the light through. The other option is LED strips , but I think those are too wide and they will be a lot harder (and expensive) to make...

opinions on what to do?

>>7947746
Not what you wanted but I think tubes of colored glitter would be really cute

>>7947746
If you want to color the strips, you need to use colored film to cover them, like what is used on stage lighting. Cheaper way would be to just color on the wire directly with sharpies.

>>7947746

They make rainbow LED shoelaces, I think. I've seen them on eBay. I don't know if that helps.

>>7947756
If anything else fails, maybe I can cover the EL Wires with Glitter glue...

>>7947770
I didn't think of Sharpies, that might make the light still go through yes!

>>7947777
wow, I have never heard of those before, Thank you, they look like they are exactly what I need, and they are super cheap too!

>>7947150
pic of the spear?

Any ideas for going about making gloves like these? I've seen other cosplayers use interfacing but all of them satin stitch the edges while this person's gloves look seamless but still hold up really well. I would ask them but I've searched all over and can't find a profile of any kind.

>>7947920

I'm making these pants for my boyfriend, and made a pattern using a pair of his sweatpants.
My first mock up pair came out super weird, they were awful around the crotch area, kinda tight around it and then baggy in the actual crotch. Where did I go wrong?

Also, any advice at all for part of this costume would be super appreciated, thanks!

I wanted to make pigtails based on Nagisa Shiota from Ass class so I found this tutorial but it's not thick enough. Is there another way or would it be better to buy a pre-made wig?

Does anyone know a good commissioner or store where I can get a well made Gokaiger suit? A lot of the ones I have seen online look really cheaply made. I am not in a huge hurry for this, and I am not expecting it to be really cheap. I also don't need the helmet, but I do need the body suit, jacket, gloves, boots belt and hood thing that goes under the helmet.

Alright.
I was redirected here to ask for help in doing a Grunkle Stan costume...
(Post: So, there's a costumed group event in town, I'm going as the responsible adult with my younger cousins. My cousins are dead-ringers for Mabel and Dipper Pines, Soos and Wendy, and they asked me to go as Grunkle Stan.
I'm a 22 year old girl, though I am broad shouldered and have the hegith difference, I obviously don't have other physical attributes, so I want to do a good job on the costume itself. As I have never cosplayed (This is not a convention))

So, yeah.

>>7949986
Go to a thrift store for the clothing.

Look at this: http://cosplaytutorial.com/list.php#BasicMakeupContouring

and ctrl f up makeup tips as well as how to make a ten o' clock shadow.

You can get everything at a thrift store or something similar. For the hat I would suggest to go to a specialty store that sells those types.

Also use this too: http://beardthirst.tumblr.com/post/55900414030

guys I need help how would I make this

What material is best for Sumia's armor? I'm thinking Worbla, but it's pricey.

>>7950287
Dropped pic.

>>7950287
You can get the same effect as worbla with sealed craft foam.

>>7950296
Do you have any images for reference? Most craft foam armor I've seen looks a bit two-dimensional.

Weird question but is it acceptable to wear bloomers as shorts outside?

>>7950445
yup

>>7949483
I mean I can't see any reason why cutting up some old sweat pants for a pattern wouldn't work. Did you give yourself extra room around to hem? Maybe you just sewed it incorrectly? I mean you could always try to find some pants like it in the thrift store and alter them.

Has anyone tried out this Kobracast stuff before? Just heard about it today and I'm curious as to whether or not it'd be worthwhile trying out

>>7950291
If you're a beginner, I'd say it's worth the price trying with worbla first.
Although craft foam armour has great potential if you have the skill/practice, every little mistake you make with that method will show, whereas if you mis-shape worbla you can just heat it back up and try again until it's exactly how you want it.

If you're concerned about money-saving, just don't go all kamui and use the sandwich method for every single piece. It can be great for some details, but you can easily get away with just folding the edges of your main pieces over like so: http://tiff.cc/osplay/the-perks-of-folding-worbla-instead-of-sandwiching-it/

>>7950113
you fucking buy it, or in this case, deal with the fact that you lost out.

How would I scale something like labrys' axe? I was using this but I'm confused: http://lunaticcosplay.tumblr.com/post/93901456341/cosplay-scaling-and-you

I'm 5'9'' 1/2

1" webbing or 1.5" webbing? I think 1" is a little thin and am leaning toward 1.5".

>>7951212
1.5''

>God this show.

I'm going to be cosplaying as this character, but it's going to be at a warmer convention. Is there anyway to make a coat without it being super hot?

>>7951332
Wear a hoop skirt instead of petticoats.

>>7951332
No. Line it with something nice.

>>7949688
Not sure about the board rules, but it has been about a day since I first asked. Any chance anyone might be able to help direct me?

>>7951332
>mogeko
a+ taste

>>7951382
God Save the Queen could do it, but I think her backlog is a million miles long.

Help plz

>>7951654
With what exactly? We can't read your mind.

>>7951671
With doing those boots, maybe, idk. I would specify if needed, but I just don't know where to stsrt doing em.

>>7951149
>>7951149

>>7952055
God damn I wish I could kiss you. I love /cgl/ Thank you so much anon.

There's not a lot of good references for this outfit sorry. Anyway, would this need a petticoat and would that be A line or cupcake? I can take a good guess but I just want a second opinion

>>7944164
I think a curling iron is your best option, tbh. It's quicker and they're not that expensive.

>>7953138
Depends on how you plan to make the skirt portion of the dress. Will you do a more trapezoid or rectangular skirt with lots of gathering?

Going off the picture, it looks more straight so most likely A line.

>>7951654
>>7951976
>buy plain mary-janes or similar, + extra straps/buckles
>look up shoe cover tutorials
>???
>profit

>>7948755
Use synthetic fabric and a soldering iron. It cuts the fabric while sealing the edges.

Hey I'm a cosplayer and I need some help with my cosplays. If any one can or is willing hmu. Kik: soapmactav Skype: tangowashisnameo

>>7953560
No one is going to hold your hand through every bit of your construction. Ask your specific questions here, and if someone can help you, or give you advice they will.

>>7953560
>Posting personal information on a public board.

Uhhh no.

What's the name of the fabric they use for these masks? All the info I could find just says polyester.

>>7953613
dropped pic

>>7953615
Having touched that kind of thing it always reminded me of the fabric that's used for basketball tops. Like the light breathable sides.

I'm thinking of getting a button machine to make buttons for my AA table, but I'm getting confused at the options out there. There are machines between 150 and 700, and I'm worried that buying the cheapest machine will ensure it'll break almost straight away, but buying the most expensive one will be a waste of money.

Does anybody have any advice on brands/experience with machines that can please help me out? I'd like to ensure I have a machine that can churn out enough buttons to sell for multiple cons, but won't break almost immediately.

I was ironing some velcro onto a costume and grabbed a nearby piece of scrap fabric to protect the fabric I was ironing the velcro onto.

But the scrap fabric was synthetic and burned some of it onto my costume fabric. How do I get it off.

>>7953710
I dont really think you can get that off if it fused.

I'm working on a Kanji Persona 4 cosplay and am wondering the best way to handle the school uniform topstitching. Pic related is what I got from my machine set to the longest stitch length. Am I better off hand sewing it?

>>7953888
either hand stitch it or leave it out. Please don't use that example stitch and be another P4 cosplayer with super thick solid white stitching

>>7953892
thanks, glad I'm just doing the pants

I was thinking about doing a witch hunter robin cosplay. I don't have too much sewing experience but I've set sleeves to make a simple dress and I've made a skirt before...Do you think this would be too much of a project for someone with the amount of experience I have? If not, I'd love pattern + fabric suggestions and advice.

>>7953214
Yeah, that's what I thought. I don't think a gathered skirt would look right for that.

>>7953138
Looks full enough to be a circle skirt, which is A line

>>7954084
Sure. I've found a pattern that I think will work really well, which will help a lot, too -- http://butterick.mccall.com/b4954-products-5301.php?page_id=916 -- the overapron will cover the fact that the top and skirt are different pieces. I think you can just do the whole thing out of cotton.

For the overapron, make D of this, without the arms -- http://butterick.mccall.com/b6114-products-48809.php?page_id=916.. Use a heavier fabric like twill.

>>7954230
It probably wouldn't be too hard anyway to change the top slightly and make it one piece if I wanted, right?
Thanks for the patterns anon! Never would have thought to look at that pirate one haha. Much appreciation.

>>7943417
use an old mannequin, maybe?

Does anyone have any tips or tutorials for making large angel wings? I can only find tutorials for small ones.

>>7954366
It's pretty much the same, just scaled up with a stronger frame and sturdier harness.

Not exactly cosplay help, but I'm in sort of a dilemma where I'm not certain of the legalities revolving around it.
I recently did a photoshoot for one of my cosplays, and I got back about 3 photos that were posted, all of which were not very flattering. I asked the photog if I could see some of the raw images because I knew there had to be some decent pics from the shoot. He gave them to me, but only on the agreement that I couldn't share them or send them to anyone else. The problem is that there's at least 12 more pics in the folder, some of which are very nice! I'd really like to use them in my own costuming portfolio, but I'm afraid that I'm not allowed to do that.

>>7954653
Don't rely on this as legal advice, but a few minutes on Google tells me that, as a general matter, you don't own the photographs you commissioned, unless you had an agreement to the contrary. (You may also remember this hullabaloo from when Heroes of Cosplay stole people's pictures of Yaya.)

http://www.dacs.org.uk/knowledge-base/factsheets/commissioned-works
http://copyright.uslegal.com/copyright-ownership/commissioned-works/

My suggestion is to -- in a very friendly and non-adversarial way, and one which gives him an out for not recognizing why your favorite pictures are better than others -- just ask if you can use the photos! "Wow, Photographer, these are great! I especially like B, F, and G. I know you asked me not to share, but can I use them in my costuming portfolio? They really show off the [ technical aspect of costume that a photographer might not think is important to highlight in a composition ]."

Hi guys! I'm really getting into kill la kill, and Ryuko's uniform with the baseball jacket (the one in the first episode) looks like a really comfy cosplay for cons. Problem is, I have this behemoth on my leg. Does anyone know of really thick tights I can wear to cover it? Or, failing that, a good brand of makeup to cover it/methods with normal makeup? Thanks in advance!

>>7954998
oh god that is one awful tattoo

>>7955008
Nah, just a bad picture.

Is there any tutorials on doing poses?

>>7954998
i'm assuming you've seen this, but just in case, here's the general tattoo-covering makeup method that gets posted/passed around here

>>7955341
I've got quite a number of them, I'll dump a couple good ones if you'd like, pic related
Though not specifically cosplay, this is pretty handy too:
>http://imgur.com/gallery/n2iJ8

>>7950923
>bumping my own query too since it got buried in the onslaught of other posts soon after

>>7955650

>>7955653

>>7955650
>>7955653
>>7955659

Thanks. I wish I could help with the Kobracast
stuff.

Hey anons, what would be the best material to make this out of?

I'm specifically stuck on the top, that batwing shape is going to be a fucking bitch.

I don't think PVC/latex or whatever is going to work very well for me, but I can't think of anything else that'll look nice, hold that shape, and still be form-fitting while allowing me to breathe.

>>7955816
Fuck, forgot my pic.

>>7955816
>>7955824
If you want that shine to it, then stretch vinyl or maybe wet look spandex would be good. But to hold it's shape, no matter what fabric you use, I would put some decent interfacing in it.

>>7955824
Seconding vinyl and wet look spandex, I would recommend putting some kind of hard backing/structure at the front of the top like strong interfacing, a cut up bra, thin molded craft foam, whatever. Then leave the back or sides of the top stretchy to let yourself breathe,

>>7955829
>>7955882
Which would be easiest for someone with not a lot of sewing experience?

I'm planning to cosplay as Haneru, the kid on the left, for a con in a few months. I'm looking at the stylized eyelines and the J on his left cheek.

I'm thinking I could draw them in with eyeliner but I'm not familiar with how to use makeup. I assume I should lightly pencil in the outline of the shapes then fill it in. I heard somewhere that I should use hairspray afterwards as a finish coat to help prevent it from smearing off. What other things should I be aware of?

>>7955905
>Hairspray

What no! Use eyebrow gel. Don't spray anything near your eyes. I heard people do that but I wouldn't suggest it if you are a first timer.

http://makeupbag.tumblr.com/post/58738495302/a-few-of-you-asked-me-how-to-do-colored-brows

I would suggest using a pencil or try marking them in but I don't know how to do the dramatic pointy effect.

>>7955927

Ah, I wouldn't be using the hair spray to set my eyebrows, it would be a seal coat to prevent whatever makeup I use from smearing off. I think I've heard that there is also powder used to do the same thing but again I'm not really familiar with it.

For the pointy effect I was thinking it would be similar to how some people using eyeliner the same way people do to get the egyptian eye look except with a different shape and without the eyeshadow.

>>7955948
They sell makeup setting spray.

This piece is already done and worn through a con, but looking for some insight. This was my first time making armor pieces. And this this was basically one solid slab of foam.

it restricted movement like bending over. It was a real pain in the ass.

Any suggestions to allow for more flexibility?

>>7955953

Okay, got it makeup setting spray. So to make that magenta colored J on my cheek, should I look into greasepaint or are there any other products that I should look into instead?

>>7955953
I was thinking anon was talking about regular hairspray since they didn't say makeup setting spray not that.

>>7955954

You could raise the bottom and enlarge the cutouts for the arms and neck area to give yourself a little more freedom of movement.

I can't tell how it's being worn but if it were a little bigger like a shell with straps rather than being form fitting to your skin it could slide with your body instead of restricting it. The torso armor (bogu) for kendo is like that, allowing alot of freedom of movement.

>>7955959
Greasepaint would work, but finding an eyeliner pencil or eyeshadow in the right color would give the same effect for cheaper.

>>7956003

Okay, I'll look into those.

The shirt for the cosplay will be interesting. I'm going to look for a woman's long sleeve henley and replace the buttons with oversized buttons. Sizing is going to be a little tricky since I doubt I'll be able to find it locally and if I wear a men's henley it won't have the 80'ish one shoulder scoop neck.

>>7954653
Did he pay you to do the shoot?

Because if not I feel it would be like this situation and you would have co-ownership. Heres some info anyway

>12. As a session musician, what rights do I have in a sound recording of my performance?

>In general, session musicians (performers under the Copyright Act) co-own copyright in the sound recording of their >live performance in equal shares with the person who owns the tape or device that the recording is made on. Co->ownership of copyright in the sound recording of your live performance means that you have a say in how that >recording is used and are entitled to royalties or a part of any other income generated from the recording.

>You will, however, not co-own copyright in the sound recording if you have been paid a fee for the session, if you >have performed in the course of your employment, or if you have signed a document assigning any and all rights in >the recording of your performance in return for a "session fee".

>As a performer, you also have moral rights in your performance.

http://www.artslaw.com.au/legal/frequently-asked-questions/#as-a-session-musician-what-rights-do-i-have-in-a-sound-recording-of-my-perf

>>7954653
>>7956291
I kept reading the website and I think I was wrong.

It says the model doesn't acquire the rights to the photos but it does to get it in written form. But this again assumes the model is being paid for the work. Law stuff is confusing sometimes.

In my opinion if he didn't pay you for the photos and you use them for your portfolio only (ie you dont profit from them directly as in sell the photos) you should be fine but I'd do a bit more research and if I were you in the future whenever you get a photoshoot ask for the rights to use all photos if you credit the photographer but you'll prob have to specify if you use for profit or not and most likely you might have to pay her/him.

http://www.artslaw.com.au/legal/frequently-asked-questions/#will-the-subject-of-my-photograph-acquire-rights-in-the-photograph

does anyone know where i can get a dress like this?
im not meaning with the lace and tape on the bottom and such because ill do that myself.
an exact color or white would be nice. and
ive tried to search tennis dress but a lot dont have as wide pleats. thanks in advance.

>>7956291
>>7956299
I am not a lawyer and this is not legal advice.

First, you're looking at Australian websites. While US/UK/Aus have a lot of the same court-made law, it looks like they all had statutes that went different ways in the 80s/90s.

Second, as you've noted, cosplayers usually don't get paid to have pictures taken of them -- we pay photographers to take pictures of us.

>>7955954
Consider also asking /diy/ for help.

>>7956330
That's a pretty specific request and you should consider making it yourself. The closest I can find by searching "cross pleat dress," which is not very close, is this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/321457783300?lpid=82

>>7955639
I haven't seen it, thanks!

>>7956330
>cosplaying me!me!me!
>mah nigga

>>7956330
Bles u for cosplaying from that MV

I think you'll have to make it yourself but it's a pretty simple dress so don't worry! Look for any cross-strapped mid-thigh dress, then mod the pattern so the skirt is shorter and pleated.

Can anyone recommend a good base wig for HIM?

I have black wefts leftover from Arda Wigs, so I can add my own widow's peak, but I'm not sure which style is the best to choose from (given how short his hair is).

>>7944134
Sorry it took me so long to respond, but thanks for the tips! Much appreciated.

>>7947150
>>7949480

Re bumping this

>>7956636
Honestly I'd make it more like a cowl. Hair that short will never look good as a wig.

>>7956330
Firstfag pls.... that said, those girls are really cute and I would totally do it if I had the boobs.

hi, i have been sewing for a while but i am very self taught and dont know to much terminology and this might be a tricky question but it is totally picture related, what would this kind of skirt be called ? just like the round almost hollow look. Does it even have a name or term ?? i am making one not for a cosplay but i am struggling to find anything to help me start this project i guess i could start off with knowing what these types of skirts are called

Is there any place to get a generic looking prop katana with a sheathe that isn't going to cost me 100$ for a chunk of wood/plastic? Or the separate parts to assemble. I can re-do the paint job and add details myself, I just need something cheap for a base shape. Pic related is who I need it for.

>>7957328
Not sure about the name of the skirt but look up crinolines.

>>7956330
>>7956570
i spent a good hour or so looking for an accurate one, and probably will spend another hour looking for a pattern. does anyone have and recommendations?
>>7956570
thanks for the advice!
>>7957313
>just wanting to cosplay her
>ok......

>>7957328
I don't know what the official term for that type of skirt is, but it looks like a covered cage skirt.

>>7957353
You thought about making your own?

http://gyakuyoga.hobby-web.net/

I know a few places but you wouldn't be able to ship it past customs. Did you try ebay? I mean how real do you want the sword to look? If it comes down to it you can just buy a fake ninja toy katana.

I'm having the same problem except the guy wants $270 for my weapon.

>>7957353
either make it or buy it off amazon/ebay depending on what speed you need it. thanks china.

>>7957328
pretty sure that skirt has a cage underneath it

>>7957328
What is pictured here is a very short version of a hoop skirt, which is the type of skirt you would see in historical costuming, especially for clothing in the 1800's. They've been used in modern fashion in shorter versions like this, and without fabric over them such as in the cage skirts.

If you are making a hoop skirt for a cosplay, keep a few things in mind. First, you're going to want to have a petticoat that is at least a couple layers thick to keep the hoops from showing through. Also, these things do not wield much, you'll have to be careful not to bump into things, and you'll also have to be careful sitting.

If it's an option, I would look up petticoat tutorials for Madoka cosplays. A madoka petticoat may be a bit more work, but will give you the same amount of poof as a short hoop, but will be comfier and easier to move in.

>>7957371
Bless you for reccing gyakuyoga
>>7957375
I don't need it any time soon, that's why I'm looking to buy one. I just want it to be adult sized, around 2-3 feet long and have a blade that isn't hollow.

>>7957453
Unless you want more tutorials I don't know off hand what to recommend due to lack of experience buying weapons.

If you find one that isn't expensive anon let me know if they do spear props too. Still trying to find one for $150.

>>7950291
I love this game

Would it be cheesy/look dumb if, for a character that uses fire, I created some little 'fire' prop out of like...I dunno, tulle or something?

>>7957353
>>7957362
>>7957377
>>7957407
woah thanks guys ! this helped a lot and i been doing some research and i think i got this down !

Not sure if this is the right thread for this, but what are cosplay contests like? Like what happens in one...will I get feedback from judges and stuff?

I need some serious wig advice.

I bought this GLW secondhand and I can tell it came to me in bad shape. This is only my second wig but my first one looks nothing like this. It seems as if the seller wore the wig several times and never cleaned it/left it alone. It's matted around the scalp and is shedding like crazy. I just cleaned and soaked it in fabric softener and I'm slowly brushing it out. Is there any way to salvage this or am I shit out of luck? I was thinking about doing the hot water method but I have no idea if it's even worth it

>>7958316
I'm only halfway through brushing and this many fibers have fallen out

>>7957892
It depends on the con, but many have a similar set up.

You may have a preset judging time, or you may be called to the judges after you arrive in the green room before the masq starts. Generally, you'll be in the green room for a couple of hours at least while they make sure that all contestants are there and they get everything ready.
During your judging, you will spend a bit talking about your costume, materials you used, choices you made etc, and the judges may ask you some questions as well. It helps to bring reference images with you, as the judges can't possibly know every detail of every character, and they will want to compare it for accuracy.
You won't get any feedback at this time. You're time in the green room will likely be spent talking to the MC and/or stage ninjas if they have any, about what you plan to do on stage and if you need any assistance getting on or off the stage (mostly this is a problem for big and bulky costumes). They will also take a photo of you, possibly for the website, but mostly so the judges have something to look back on and remind them who was who during their deliberation.

After all awards have been handed out, you may or may not be able to ask the judges for feedback. it depends on if they are available for that, and if they are even willing to. Most smaller con judges will, but larger cons just don't have the time.

>>7958316

Hmm... Make sure your using a comb, but honestly, if its synthetic... it may have been sold secondhand because its about at the end of its life. A good silicon (not oil) based spray can sometimes help. Honestly, you may just want to use a comb or tangle teezer to just smooth out the top only.

>>7958350
I'm using a wide tooth comb and brushing from the bottom to the top while carefully avoiding to tug at the wefts. On the unbrushed side you can see multiple fibers that are significantly longer than the others - I just run my whole hand through and grab about 5-7 strands without any effort. Unfortunately I cannot wear the wig because of how itchy the mats are around the scalp (and it's all around the hairline and underneath the bangs)

I will try the silicone spray though! Thank you for the suggestion. If that doesn't work I guess I'll just toss it out

>>7958316
This might be helpful for you http://youtu.be/v5ZAFSjOzLg

How do you cover harden tissue scars? I have only one deep tissue scar that I want to flatten or cover up with makeup (it's on my thigh)because I often do swimsuit cosplays. Any ideas?

>>7937471
I'm making Junko Enoshima's costume from Dangan Ronpa. What fabric should I use for the cardigan? I want something that handles paint well because of her designs, or is there a better way to get them on than fabric paint?

>>7958330
Thanks anon! If the cosplay I'm going to be working on doesnt come out too badly I'm interested in maybe trying to enter a cosplay contest in the novice division.That's what I guessed about the feedback thing, I suppose I could also enter it into a smaller con as well. I was thinking that, if anything, it would just be a cool/interesting experience to enter one.

>>7958393
Thank you! Never heard about steaming a wig, which sounds much easier than working with boiling water

I'm planning a Micro-Ice (from Galactik Football) cosplay but I'm kind of at a loss as to what kind of material I should be using to make the uniform...specifically what kind of material will make it look good...

Having a tough time with this jacket.

I'm looking into coated fabric, like this: https://www.fabric.com/buy/0324867/malore-faux-leather-red?cm_vc=756b1813-cbc1-43b3-84bd-29889bf8fb7b
I bought a sample of it, but the color was not nearly so dark. Is there a better word to search other than 'coated fabric'? I'm looking for super-thin fabric with a dark red leather finish on it (i'm going to applique it to the black). I know it must be out there, but I don't know what to search. "Vinyl" and "leather" just get me thick fabrics.

Help...?

>>7958399
Is it the raised, shiny kind of scar? I've seen people try and flatten them out with liquid latex and it just looks like shit. Just dab on concealer and finish with powder.

>>7959478
GRAY GARDEN YESSS. What my friend did for her Emalf jacket was to get a very thin red vinyl from Joanne's and hand sew it onto the black half jacket base she made, adding the lining and ribbing after that. I'm not sure how well it worked, because I never saw it in action, but I'm excited to see more Gray Garden cosplayers!

I know I won't get an exact answer this way but I've never commissioned anyone before and I figure you gulls might give me an idea.

I want to commission Howl's jacket for my bf since it's way out of my sewing skill. He's about an L-XL in american clothes, and I'd like it to be good quality/look nice.
How much should I expect to pay for this? Woud it be reasonable to have an absolute budget of $200 for it?
If you have any cosplay makers you'd like to recommend as well, I'd appreciate it! Thanks /cgl/.

>>7959451
I watched that shit on Jetix all the time

>>7959782
For $200 I would expect it to be unlined, made with less than perfect materials (whether in quality or color), and not have all the diamonds align perfectly. Functional and recognizable, but maybe not screen accurate.

>>7958316
Anon, I don't know if your wig is like this, but wigs can come with crimped or knotted bases like pic related for various reasons like spiking it and you shouldn't untangle it because it was just made that way.

>>7959745
Oh, I'd love to see a picture if you could find out! I really like how frauleinrosecosplay on tumblr did hers, which I believe was with thin vinyl (she said "coated fabric") and then heavy duty fabric glue.

I'd like to go that route (I like the idea of clean lines, rather than sewing) but actually FINDING the thin red vinyl is hellish. I found this, but it's much brighter than the product pic said it would be.

Does anyone have a tutorial or a guide to make a 22 calibur gun and a police revolver?

>>7959983
Buy a toy one on Amazon and spray paint it.

>>7960081
What types and what kind of concealer so it doesn't get on my hands?

I was just going to make one but hell if it's cheaper why not.

WHR cosplayer back again. This time I was wondering opinions on wig color. I think I'd like to go with the ginger blonde color, but pic related (girl in the righthand corner is not me but someone with the same/very similar skintone as me), unsure if that color will look good on me? sometimes it's hard for me to tell because I have black hair and to my eye, anything lighter than like, a dark red looks odd on me. I think it will look fine and is a good color match but I suppose I was wondering about second opinions. If the color looks fine but might look a little funny what can I do to kinda balance it out? I'm just worried about looking washed out and gross.

>>7960218
First off, I am so happy that you're cosplaying WHR oh my god I have not seen a cosplayer of that series in forever. Hope to see more pics soon!

Second, I think of those four colors Ginger Blonde would do best for your cosplay. The two bottom ones are waaaaaay too orange for just your cosplay but also your skintone I feel, and the warm light brown wouldn't look bad on you but I do not feel like it'd be the right color for the wig you're making. It does not have enough of that orange undertone, if that makes sense? Good luck though!

>>7960218
Ginger blonde

>>7960258
Yeah, I figured WLB was a bit of stretch, just too red for it (her hair looks gingery sometimes but not that red). Wasn't sure if sherbert orange was just too orange or not but I have my answer haha. Anyways, sure! I'm trying to lose 20 pounds so I'm slightly conscious of how I look (at least, posting myself in this cosplay on cgl haha) but if all goes well maybe in a few months I'll post prog pics of the cosplay.

>>7960218
ginger blonde or the one beside it.

Heya, visiting guy from /fa/, this seemed more like a job for /cgl/. I'm trying to design a local collection to hock at cons based off of Dark Souls, because the visuals and themes in those games are utterly amazing. That said, I'm stumped on where to start with design elements and how to include them in some decent outfits. Any ideas or thoughts would be lovely.

does any one have good tutorials or advice for box/inverted pleat skirts?
and theres going to be a white line of bias tape/ribbon, not sure which would look better.
>>7959451
polyester spandex for the bodysuit.
>>7958706
cotton blend of some sort.
>>7960218
ginger blonde.

>>7950113
buy a sweater and embroider it yourself. have fun.
That actually wouldn't be such a bad gift idea though.

>>7951654
You can buy some similar boots at a thrift store,
take off finish with alcohol if leather/ acetone if synthetic
Use fabric paint. Wait for coats to completely dry before applying another one
Seal with Pledge Future Floor Finish

>>7954366
I would just browse around and see which one suits your fancy since there's a lot of different styles out there. I love this persons

>>7954653
Just be nice and ask them if you could use them because you like x in the photo and express how you don't like the ones he gave you and probably won't use them. Give it to them where it hurts

>>7955824
Because I've seen a lot of etnas and just looking at it in general, don't worry about the structure, just use stretch vinyl because it's shiny and easy, and then what you do is buy some spirit gum and stick it on your hopefully dfc. This'll achieve the flat skin plastered look in the art

>>7956636
yeah, I would just paint a bald cap black, cut a widow's peak into it and be done, since a lot of people do that and it looks fine. If you go with a wig, you'd have to get a reverse weft lace front so the hairs will lay extremely flat. Ans with a lace front you don't have to use your hair, because it's easy to just cut a widows peak out of it.

>>7954366
I have a few generic wing tutorials that might help. I can't personally vouch for any of them, but they're probably worth a look.

>>7960669
This one's probably the best I have for what you're looking for.

>>7960670
Last one. Not really a tutorial, but a good visual at least. Good luck!

What's the best place to buy resin casting supplies?

>>7959915
Is that common for most wigs? Because mine is
http://www.gothiclolitawigs.com/spiraluxe

>>7961070
That all depends on how much you need, the type of resin you want to use, the size of the thing you want to make, and your overall experience with resin casting.

If this is for simple gems or small objects like that, and you are very new to resin casting, then I would suggest EasyCast. You can get it at Michael's, along with the dyes and molds, but the big benefit for new users is that it is a 1:1 ratio of resin and hardener, so it is very simple to use.

>>7961340
Brand new and making a few tiny items! Thanks, I'll hit up Michaels while they're running their 30% deal.

Please help, I've got a Dremel 200 and it came with a little set of bits, but I can't seem to get it to fit in the collet? If the bits came with it, they should be able to fit right...? Any idea what I'm doing wrong?

>>7961457
Make sure the washer is not still stuck on the previous bit, and be sure to use the little wrench thing to tighten it all the way.

There was no previous bit, this is literally right out of the box, which is why I'm so confused.

>>7961476
>>7961474
Whoops, meant to quote, sorry anon

>>7961476
>>7961474
>>7961480
Figured it out, the collet was stuck, I'm just a dumbass, etc etc

I just got an airbrush. I read a shitton on them before buying, but if anyone has extra tips I would love to hear them. This feels like the moment before you cut into the fabric and you're like shitI'mgoingtofuckitup.

reposting. anyone know what wig would be good for this?

>>7960577
Ah, polyester spandex makes sense. Thanks, Anon!

There's a wig I want to buy from Arda, but it doesn't come in the right shade of blue. I was wondering if it was possible to dye their slate blue shade to something similar to cobalt blue? Or should I just buy the wig in white? I'm just worried with a white wig it wouldn't turn to that dark shade of blue.

>>7961873
What's the shade you want it to be/can you show a ref pic?

>>7961873
Definitely, the idye Poly blue looks like it could get that colour http://arda-wigs.com/blogs/tutorials/8163793-dying-arda-wigs-with-fabric-dye and the sharpie dye method would probably work too. I would personally start with the slate blue wig and dye it very carefully in increments to get the right shade, but white could still be okay.

>>7961902
OK, thank you very much, anon!

I'm working on a Krieg cosplay from bordelands. I ahve the mask but I dont have the pants, arm and leg guard or the torso harness? Any ideas as to how I can find or make these things?

Going to do a Bee from Bee and Puppycat cosplay but her wig leaves a lot for interpretation. What would you guys recommend for her wig? A wig with volume or one with curls? I'm not too sure what kind of wig to look for.

>>7962136
Both. I would recommend getting two, voluminous curly wigs and combining them, as that's what my plan for her hair is. Good luck anon!

Anyone have a listing of weapon prop commissioners that do shipping? My budget is around $150.

>>7961849
Any brown chin-length wig, to be honest. For the back, you could either get separate wefts. Another option is to get a longer wig and then cut the front up to chin-length, leaving the back long enough to style.

witch hunter robin anon back again, sorry for all the questions! Joann's is having some good sales. Do you think this would be a good fabric choice for the grey dress? They don't have it in the color I need, but I was thinking about buying it in white and dyeing it. Good/bad idea?
http://www.joann.com/sew-classic-linen-look-solids-deep-lake/prd46469.html

>>7962274
That really depends on what you want made, and where you're located. A small prop, being mailed out to somewhere relatively close by will of course be much cheaper than a massive thing being sent to another country.

What kind of wig should I get to achieve this style? A lacefront wig? How do I do this?

Also, opinions on the colour? Dark brown or black?

Thanks

Anyone know any way to attach horns? to your head without using a headbands, the base of the horns are fairly thin , so im not sure what I can do to keep the, steady

>>7962823
depends on how big they are. There's methods with a headband under a wig with screws, you can use combs so they sit in your wig as long as they're not too heavy.

if you can upload a picture i think you can get a little more help for your specific situation.

I'm planning on growing out my nails so that I can wear fake nails to a fancy party ( its a prom type thing) that is in January, Before stopping a few weeks ago I was your typical nail biter and I've been this way since I was a child.

Does anyone have any tips on how I can make my nails grow healthy? Perhaps making them grow faster if I can but I'd prefer for them to be healthy and does anyone know any tricks to keep me 100% away from biting them?

>pic related, not my nails but similar length

>>7962829

I havent made anything due to this dilemma but image related is the character id like to do, the horn on the left would be flat and the right one more 3D.

Id prefer not to have to wear a headband underneath since get migranes (especially with the wig on top) so i'm trying to find another method.

And thanks anon for offering advice!

>>7962848
You can try getting the wide combs like this: http://www.michaels.com/modern-romance-clear-hair-combs/10249534.html#q=combs&start=2

If you can sculpt or build around them, they sit high up enough on the side of your head that you should be able to balance yourself and them out easier than a headband. For extra support, the base of your horns, make a hole and sew around the comb.

I hope that helps a little bit! Good luck, anon.

School or casual for toka kishi?

>>7962838
wait, why would you need to grow them out to use fakes?

>>7962637
I'm in the USA. Same anon from >>7947150

I'm thinking about just getting something from GS props since they do good work even though it's outside of my price range.

>>7963482
>*edit Thinking about doing GS props because they offered me a good offer at $250 even though it's outside of my price range point. I don't want to bug a lot of sellers for one prop.

I looked through a bunch of sword tutorials, but I'm still stumped with this- both the blade and the hilt. Most tutorials are for more three-dimensional blades, and none have the rapier-style hilt, they all have the t-shaped crossguards.

>>7963494
Dropped pic like a dumbass.

>>7963496

https://cosplayconstruction.wordpress.com/tutorial-list/prop-weapon-tutorials/

Also look up genesis-rhapsodos-rapier-tutoial. It has some information about the hand guard.

>>7963494
I have ZERO clue on how to make the hilt but the blade can be made with good quality cardboard. I'm kind of bad at explaining but cut out the general shape of the blade and then cut the little teeth like shape in. Afterwords some white/ silver acrylic paint or even spray paint should give the look you want hopefully. I hope that helps a little! Hopefully a better prop maker will give you better advice ahaha.

Black or Blue vest?

>>7963808
Blue for sure.

>>7963813
Yeah I'm leaning towards blue because it just looks better even though both are official.

Does anyone know how to make Yuya's jacket stand up like this? I was thinking of wires but I wasn't sure.

>>7964172
Fart with the force of one thousand winds

>>7964172
Jizz

I want to cosplay as Taokaka eventually, just wondering what the best method of doing her face would be. I'd like it to be a rounded mask (not going to use a zentai suit head thing ew) but i'm trying to also factor in my vision and hearing. Thanks!

Bonus points if anyone can work out retractable claws.

Is there a term for this kind of decoration with braid and buttons? It's common in Napoleonic uniform-styled jackets and other fashion but I can't find an actual word for it. I'm looking for tutorials and more detailed pictures.

So I have stumbled upon a load of fake leather fabric in my room and I was wondering what cosplays I could use it for as I can't really think of any. Preferably female characters and not too skimpy, suggestions welcome!

>>7962767
Any advice on this?

Thanks

>>7964375
pleather = pvc you dont want to be sweating/wearing that up on your skin an rubbing against it

>>7964373
faux double breasted?

>>7964417
I particularly meant the braid/trim and button stuff, not so much the seam in the middle. Sorry it's so hard to see in that picture.
Here's a kind of crappy looking example from Bodyline where you can clearly see the trim. I'd like mine to look less... cheap.

>>7962879
Awesome! Thanks so much anon! Ill give it a go!

>>7962767
You don't need a lace front at all....it's just a short style with bangs. Google "Cosplay 90s bang tutorial" for how to do the volume.
Also if you could get a natural black wig, not true black that would look nice.

>>7964458
Thanks, those keywords are really helpful!

>>7964438
I did kind of the same thing to an OP recently- I bought some of the braids/cords they use in marching band hats; they have little hoops at each end to be attached to buttons.

I just sewed a couple of military looking buttons on the bodice then buttoned the braids/cords on. I guess you can always get a gold trim and sew it on instead if that's what you prefer?

Is it okay to be critical of a person's natural attributes when cosplaying a character of any sort?
I know there could be a pretty good cosplay with a mediocre looking person, but what's the use in cosplaying a character who has a certain body type, and not even remotely working into the spectrum of which that character's body looks like? I want to look at consistency, not just someone playing an obvious dress up.
I had a bit of a fit with my girlfriend last night over this because she cosplays and I want to encourage her to get proper gains for her character at anime north. I think of cosplay like trying to represent a character, not oneself. Is thinking people should cosplay fit for body type really that wrong?
Am I wrong for wanting her body to look arguably better?

>>7964858
This is the help thread, it's not a place for stupid bickery

>>7964865
Sorry for asking.

This has probably been asked tons of times before but I'm still a bit new to cosplay...
If you have the same color eyes as the character you're cosplaying, is it okay to go without color contacts? Or are the contacts absolutely necessary?

>>7964925
It's ok. It's generally accepted that contacts are a step further, because some people can't use them. Most people accept that you can not use contacts. If it's for the same colour as your eyes, it's really just a make-up thing to enlarge them.

>>7964286

>>7964933
Ah, okay, thank you! I just have overly sensitive eyes so it's hard for me to wear contacts.
If it isn't considered too necessary, I'll go ahead and leave out the contacts...at least for this particular cosplay.

I know some kind anon in a previous help thread made a tutorial for me, but I've searched the archives and can't seem to find the post.

Anyone have any ideas how to make the skirt? Thanks!

So I'm not quite as well endowed in the breast region as others, but I'm not really looking to ever get something as permanent as a boob job to get bigger breasts because I just want massive tits for cosplay.
I looked into breast plates for drag, hoping to get my hands on something but the prices are just a liiiittle too much than I'm willing to pay for something I'll wear twice a year or so. Because of that, I would like to make my own. That way I can decide on the exact shape, have it made to fit me exactly, and possibly save myself some money.
The only problem is that I'm not entirely sure of the best way to do this, since I've never made anything like this, ever. I'd sincerely appreciate any ideas, product names, tutorials, etc
Pic related, censored out nips since we're blue

>>7965454
>little too much than I'm willing to pay
What I meant was "a bit more than I'm willing to pay," my bad!

>>7964951
I considered paper mache but that texture is just ew.

>>7964951
>Optional
That seems like a necessity to me.

>>7965454
Who's got that gif of some small anime girl ripping off a fake set of tits and throwing them onto some girl in a bath house. She's got a flat chest underneath too.

>>7965454
Honestly? These things are going to hurt your neck. You're best just to use well-constructed padding and contouring around your boobies.

Start with two bras, foam pads (or double bagged water baloons filled only a small way). One bra should be uncomfortably small, this goes on first, the next holds everything together. Drag Queens who want 'cleavage' without having to have one of these things actually just gather the small amount of excess flesh on their chests together and pad the rest as well as highlighting and shading the parts that need to pop and crease.

Best to look up drag queen breast tutorial for that.

If you really wanted to make your own and have them look realistic, you're looking at making silicone moulds, which is far too much work for casual wear and probably would cost more than these fake ones.

TL;DR
Use what you have/wait till you can get your boob job/pay up.

>>7965464
Oh shit i'm on my phone rn, but I actually think i have this gif somewhere

>>7965454
Just get like 2 cups smaller and get one of those bras that has 2 cup sizes of padding in it.

>>7965474
>>7965470
The double bra + contour method works decently for a front view, but not so much in the side, which tends to lack in volume. It's also hella uncomfortable and hurts my back for some reason.
I wouldn't have all the weight around my neck; a clear back strap similar to that of a bra would be present to help disperse the weight.

>>7965490
Forgot to add that I'm seriously flat chested, there is basically nothing there to even try and push up. I hardly even get cleavage with that method

>>7965490
You didn't listen to me. Get fake tits but like a DD cup or so, then get a padded bra for a DD cup.

>>7965496
Neither of those posts said anything about fake tits. One mentioned gathering excess flesh in the same fashion as drag queens, the other mentioned double bra-ing.
Unless your comment on the fake tits was referring to the water balloons, which seem like they're taking the place of chicken cutlets in >>7965470
Definitely going to check out some drag tutorials even though they probably use the same, if not similar, techniques to what I've used in the past

cgl what's your favorite place for buying quality ribbon and other trims (but mostly ribbon) online?

>>7965460
You want another one? I have a few others you could modify.

>>7965520
I actually find water balloons work better for me than silicone inserts. They're a bit more conforming and comfortable, you just have to make sure that they're the right size. And you can powder them to keep everything dry (you'll get hot under two bras and a layer of filler)

>>7965735
How do you use them?

>>7942701
>>Onepunch-man, yeah!
>>Zentai suit, why?!

he's wearing pants. its pants and like, a workout shirt.
with velcro you'll run the risk off it pulling the fabric of your shirt or suit. I'd use velcro on the part thats go fully around the body and then use elastic to keep the shoulder armor on (although it looks like and bottom of the shoulder armor goes around the arm)
use a combination of acrylic and fabric paint on the belt parts so they'll bend without the paint cracking

>>7965734
I'd LOVE some more! I don't want anything that reflects light on the mask at all.

>>7964951
Ugh, that texture. Definitely will use that tutorial as a base, but.. I wouldn't be able to stand how rough it is.

Is modge podge enough to seal eva foam? And how many layers should I get?

>>7965735
i think i'd be endlessly terrified of having one large, dry boob and one small deflated wet boob halfway through the day

Anybody got any experience with using smoke for props? I've toyed with the idea of fitting a small spray canister inside Hiccup's flame sword so I can have green gas shoot out the bottom like in the second HTTYD movie, but I'm not having any luck finding any smoke emitters small enough to fit inside the hollow.