/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

So I'm back!

I had a person point out to me that the coat I am SUPPOSEDLY looking for is a justaucorps. That, however, means I've run into a few problems.
>Lapels
JPB clearly has lapels on his coat. However, justaucorps don't have those.
>Buttonholes
If this coat was a justaucorps that would make sense in terms of what those were, however, justaucorps use those to keep the lengthened lapels in place, something JPB's coat doesn't have.

I already have a jacket pattern I was looking to modify, but with this new relevation I'm not entirely sure how to go about with that. Should I JUST do the cuffs or go further to imitate a justaucorps seeing as that is probably the inspiration?

>>8052869
Actually, ignore the "buttons holding down the lapels" part. Still, the guy has buttonholes on both sides but seemingly no buttons?

I'm looking to buy a relatively cheap coat thing to use for the medic from tf2. Hëlp

>>8053152
Best bet is to search for a double breasted lab coat. It won' be as long but long enough. Just have to cut it up on the front

Not so much 'help' as an "is this okay?" kind of thing:

I'm cosplaying Simon in March, and for the goggles I'm making the frame out of foam, lenses out of yellow night driving lenses and the strap out of red leather cord. Would that look any good, or would it be total shit? I'm on a pretty tight budget at the moment so I can't really afford to make them out of anything too fancy.

>>8053216
http://www.gyakuyoga.com/bougu/bougu-atama-go-guru-En.html

Cost less than $20 to make or so.

>>8053333
People whom questions have not been answered from the last thread:

>>8037387
Where to buy the actual Black Goat Egg book from Tokyo Ghoul the series? (or something to make it.)

>>8050062

>>8052538
>do you have any idea of how to hide the seam between the skirt and the ruffles in this cosplay? thanks!

>>8053071
>Needs help with what is on the patch

>>8052339
>Jacket translation/vinyl hair.

>>8051798
>How to make Komaeda Nagito prototype version's hoodie

>>8051733
>What fabric to use for Chiaka's dress and shoes.

>>8040930
>Trying to find a M16A2 or M16A4 or M1A1 Thopmson submachine gun prop/crafting guide/store that sells these specific brands

>>8040847
SamuFlam help (Outfit one)

>>8036596
Caesar's gloves from JoJo.

Anon was helping but didn't reply back.

where would i be able to find a hoodie/vest type thing that wouldn't be too difficult to alter into what this guy is wearing? i'm scared to buy a plain red hoodie and attempt to mangle it so it vaguely resembles Tabitha's vest because i'm new-ish to cosplaying, i guess.

>>8053366
Thank you so much for forwarding those unanswered questions here, mine was one of them and I was still holding out hope.

>>8053393
Which one is your question? I'll try to help.

>Mfw I mostly stick to this and the Taobao thread because this board scares me.

What kind of underwear should I wear with a high cut swimsuit + capezio body stocking?

I can't find any thongs that are cut high enough and also "invisible" or seamless, and the wire part in a c-string would definitely show awkwardly in the front. I'd hate to go commando since I just got the body stocking for Christmas and don't wanna get it gross...but I'll do it if necessary.
I don't have much knowledge on underwear or search terms.

Or maybe, has anyone ever made their own underwear?

>>8053386
That is a pink sleeveless jacket worn over a red poloneck sweater. Don't start with a red hoodie, it won't work. Start with something like this http://www.ebay.com/itm/ABERCROMBIE-FITCH-Red-Turtleneck-Long-Sleeve-Ribbed-Sweater-Sz-S-/191480547947?pt=US_CSA_WC_Sweaters&hash=item2c95214a6b and get something like this http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hollister-Pink-100-Polyester-Puffer-Vest-with-Removable-Hood-Medium-M-/201261619569?pt=US_CSA_WC_Vests&hash=item2edc209971 and add the collar thing, sew on black fabric at the bottom, and add the ears.

Actually I just realised my advice is useless to you probably since I misunderstood your question but I'm gonna post it anyway. Okay, buy the plain red hoodie, unpick the stitching that keeps the sleeves on and then hem it.But also these sleeveless hoodies exist http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stylish-Men-Boy-Hoodie-Sleeveless-Zipper-Jacket-Vest-Waistcoat-Tops-Hooded-S-2XL-/221583839889?pt=US_CSA_MC_Outerwear&var=&hash=item33976d1291

>>8053454
Can you put one of those G-string panty liners in the body stocking? That way you don't get it gross, but also don't need to find underwear

Does anyone know how to dye a suede coat, or matter of fact, suede anything? I saw a tutorial on how to dye suede shoes but it looked a little different (I want to dye a coat a darker shade of red)

Just wondering how I would go about making the ears, tail, and arm and leg fur covers. A wire frame with faux fur over it for ears perhaps?

>>8053507
Look up furry tutorials, in short its basically upholstery foam for ears, and a tail pattern.

>>8053491
Oh, I didn't even know such a thing existed. Thanks! I'll look into it.

How much of a pleb would I be if I bought a pair of slim fit khaki pants for a Link cosplay?

My sewing machine is fucking done for because it fell off my kitchen table and onto a tiled floor (I'm a klutz, I know). A new machine is way out of my budget right now and the con is soon. I'm kind of out of options right now.

Simple question, I didn't want to make a whole thread about this. Im commissioning a kigu from a girl and she's charging me 160 w/o shipping. It's a simple white and pink cat kigu. Is she ripping me off? Is that a good deal? Im not complaining, I don't mind the cost as long as it comes out good.

Tdlr; is 160$ good for a cat kigu?

>>8053686
If you have no other option, go for it! The rest of the costume probably looks great and nobody is going to bug you about it. Sorry about your machine.

>>8053751
For a commission yes.

>>8053686
That's what I would've done in the first place lol...

>>8053475
thanks for the links!!! i'm hoping i won't fuck this up completely ;_____;

>>8053756
>>8053773
Oh, thanks! I was really worried people would give me a hard time about it. I know a couple people personally who believe that anything bought or modified is taboo, I guess I just won't tell them.

I could use some help finding a hoodie that is similar to this/ a good base that I can then modify easily to look like this.

I need to be a Dangan

>>8053686
Just make sure it matches the fabric used for the undershirt otherwise it might look kind of funny. Sucks about your machine anon. Hope it comes soon!

I have a lot of metal detailing that need to go onto the leather parts of my costume. Not sure how to go about that. Should I craft them out of foam and then glue them on? Some of them are intricate designs, and more than just a ring of metal or a button, so I'm really unsure.

I can do sewing and prop making but I've never done any advanced wig stuff. How the hell would I even start doing this?

>>8053957
I would start by finding a lacefront with preferably a widow's peak (but that can be manually added in), then add wefts facing upwards in the back to create that ponytail look. Clip on for the actual ponytail, maybe out of foamcore because hair by itself could be a tad too heavy. It looks like a braid of sorts? You could inspire yourself from that one Rapunzel wig tutorial with the foam tubes?

>>8053957
Looks pretty similar to Elsa's hair.

Pretty sure there's some tutorials floating arounc for that.

Would it be wrong of me to "fancy up" Anthy's dress? I feel like the design is cute but it'd look really pretty with lace/trims, subtly patterned fabrics. Would that just look tryhard/ita as fuck or should I go through with it?

>>8053957
I would get a lace front and then add wefts to a clip on pony to get the thickness, then braid and gel into place.

>>8054123
woops

Got some advice on contacts on the last help thread but I still havent found what I need yet. Im doing a Mami cosplay and wanted colored contacts and was told a golden color might be good. Ive looked around for a bit and cant find anything thats not just solid yellow. Anyone have any tips or helpful links? I'm also a bit color blind so Im having to rely on what they are labeled as and having friends check them but so far I have only found the neon bright ass yellow contacts and weird variations of them.

Does anyone know how to make an orange tip on a prop gun? Also I need help with poses with a handgun?

I'm trying to fit a bodice and it's driving me crazy because I can't pattern to save my life. I'm a pear/hourglass shape, and while it's fitting on my hips, there's this weird bagginess between the bust and waist. How do I take it in? There are seams on the sides (under the arms) and one down the centerback.

>>8054537
Orange golf tee and hot-glue.

>>8053897
Hmmm I see those kind of hoodies more of a pull over than a zippered one. Perhaps find one of those and add a zipper in there?

>>8053931
Maybe http://r-lowen.deviantart.com/art/The-Quick-and-not-so-detailed-Applique-Tutorial-454402885 ??

>>8054123
I say go for it. As long as you're happy with what you pick, it should be alright

>>8054457
I believe there were some questions about more yellow/gold contacts before. Try looking in the brown section of the sites you're looking at. If the site has a FB to show how it looks IRL on a person, check for the lighter golden browns to make sure they'll be alright on you

I don't even know what i'm asking, just looking for some opinions

I'm going to anime north next year and i'll be crossplaying. I came across an obscure series of games recently (Mogeko/Deep Sea Prisoner) and fell in love instantly.

I want to cosplay Yosafire (The green haired one) and i'm wondering if i'm going to be mistook for a "Homestuck" character. I don't know what the fuck homestuck is, but I have my sweetheart Yosafire on my phone wallpaper and someone asked if she was from homestuck and i'm like ugh wtf. I know it's some weird tumblr thing and I don't want to be mistook for that.

Will I be okay /cgl/? I was originally going as Patchouli from Touhou but I'm not that attached to her. I already ordered my Yosafire wig and it's on it's way.

>>8054569
you'll need to either convert it to princess seams or add in some darts from just under the breast to your waist. Pic related

Corset experts: I've drafted a corset that just won't sit right, the back fits perfectly, but the front busk tilts out once it hits my abdomen. I feel like this problem would be solved if I had big boobs, which I do not, so the top is resting pretty much against my sternum, while the bottom juts out. Any clue how I can fix this. Where's this cool cleavage I've been wanting? :c

>>8054640
You shouldn't be scared of looking like a homestuck, dude. If a hamsteak comes up to you, just tell them you haven't read the webcomic/cosplaying from something else, and they won't hassle you. People might mistake you for some homestuck character, but who cares? You're wearing a green wig, you're already odd.

>>8054647
The problem is that there are no additional front seams in the art (the back/side ones are visible though). Not that anime is realistic, but I do want to keep it as accurate as possible. Guess it can't be helped?

>>8054662

thanks for the nice words anon

>>8054640
Does she actually have white skin, or is she super pale? Either way, she doesn't actually look like a Homestuck. I imagine that person didn't know what the fuck they were talking about either, because there's no HS character that looks anything like her.

>>8054674

She has white skin.

This is kinda for a last minute thing since I don't have the time to make the dress but I'm willing to modify anything I get. So do one of you kind anons know where I could get a dress somewhat close to this amazing mess? I tried searching all manner of terms on ebay: "Corset dress", "Cosplay dress", "Gothic lolita" and nothing within the first twenty pages has caught my fancy.

>>8053417
I'm the one with the stupid antlers (>>8050062 →). Doing this for a group cosplay so I'm already having my doubts. Any help appreciated though!

>>8054640
I think you'd be mistaken for Gumi before Homestuck.

I know one of the main characters is blonde, and the sprites are white, but I've never seen a cosplayer actually attempt the white skin.

>>8054717

She got mistaken for Gumi too actually. I'm not going to try the white skin. I don't think anyone will blame me for being off even though i'm south asian and have light brown skin... I just don't want to mess with body paint for my first ever cosplay.

>>8054733
I'm looking at it and it looks like she actually has just a bob? Gumi is known for the longer bits in the front, so if you don't have those, you'll be okay.
And with Homestuck, I'm not a Hamsteak myself so I don't know what a fan would see, but I think you'll be okay.

Good luck!! There's something really refreshing about someone being so passionate and excited about a character.

>>8054744

Oh my gosh, thanks for the kind words, that actually does mean a lot. I'm super excited but i'm trying to contain it to my friends, I don't want to be the weird obsessive person.

I'll continue to create the cosplay over the next few months. I don't want to bother the thread anymore

>>8054682
...Milanoo

Would it be awful to get a light spraytan for a con? Not to alter my skin color for a certain cosplay but just so I'm not pasty white. I've never been able to tan and it's a summer con so I'm nervous I'll stick out.

>>8054820
Depends on the character, but I like a light tan would be okay.

>>8054820
Just depends on whether you're willing to stain your clothes, bath towels, bed sheets..

>>8054812
I at least want it to be decent quality anon.

>>8054701
If it's black like that you could do it similar like this:

http://www.halloweencostumes.com/blog/p-567-DIY-Hannibal-Stag-Costume.aspx

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4J7uxh3ouKk (I'm guessing that she put the horns through the mesh or used a headband method though.)

Someone had a really good one but apparently they deleted it orz.

I've been wanting to cosplay for 5 years, but due to a number of reasons and a bad experience with a costume commission, I've postponed it indefinitely.
Anyways, I'm a sucker for detailed designs, shiny things, Indian fashion, the color yellow, and luscious hair, so the moment I saw this design by Sakizo I knew I had to do it.
I know more or less how to draft the patterns, but I'm not sure of the overall shape of the "skirt" thing. Also I know it can't possibly be sheer, because there's two different patterns going on on the inside and outside, but any help figuring out the motifs would be really appreciated.
The second problem is the wig. I was planning on getting a golden brown wig, but I don't think I've ever seen a kanekalon wig in that color, and I think I'm gonna need lots of wefts to get that volume. Any tips on that?
Lastly, I know this isn't actually a cosplay issue, but would tumblr give me shit if I get tan this summer so that the yellow and gold don't look like shit on me? I'm Spanish/Italian, and I'm pale with yellow undertones, but get tanned to a crispy brown if left long enough in the sun. After the shit that happened with Koujackie (yeah, I'm into DMMd) I'm kinda afraid of getting insane ammounts of hate for cosplaying something like this bc of "cultural appropriation" or whatever these delusional people call it.
what have i gotten myself into

>>8054933
Anon you are awesome, thank you so much. I hadn't seen either of those because I was thinking too limited as for where to get ideas.

>>8052863
Didn't get a reply last time, so asking again if that's alright.

Any advice on what i should use for the hat, cape, and shorts?

Im guessing that for the shorts, I'll use fabric that the shorts i wear are normally made of.

I know that i won't be using something ridiculous like satin or pleather or vinyl for the hat and cape, but i can't picture the texture or weight of the fabric i should be using.

Any opinions would be appreciated.

Hey seagulls, any advice/tutorial on how to make a mummy outfit? Don't feel like spending 2 hours wrapping myself up in loose bandages, so preferably a tutorial to sew up some sort of body suit.

First try of sewing bandages on leggings didn't end up too great and I will have to redo. I tried the second part of
> www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Mummy-Costume but also tried wrapping some around the crotch of the leggings... disasterous results. Much obliged.

Hey seagulls, any advice/tutorial on how to make a mummy outfit? Don't feel like spending 2 hours wrapping myself up in loose bandages, so preferably a tutorial to sew up some sort of body suit.

First try of sewing bandages on leggings didn't end up too great and I will have to redo. I tried the second part of

> www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Mummy-Costume

but also tried wrapping some around the crotch of the leggings... disasterous results. Much obliged.

>>8054537
It'd almost be cheaper/easier to just buy a fake prop gun. If it's exactly for Assassination Classroom as in the photo, a decent rubber one is about $10-$15.

>>8055222
Another anon, but where is usually a good place to get fake guns? Locally? I imagine customs could be a pain.

Looking to cosplay as Ebichu and I'm wondering if anyone knows about the girl they show in the credits who gets shown with different outfits. Is that supposed to be a human Ebichu? I only assume it is because the face reminds me of her. Pls help.

>>8055041
medium weight polyester, or a medium weight cotton. cotten sateen is lovely.

so I picked SAL small air packet when ordering from FromJapan. did it just set myself up for a long wait? (in the US)

>>8053366
>Where to buy the actual Black Goat Egg book from Tokyo Ghoul the series? (or something to make it.)
Seconding this. I'd be up for redrawing it and sharing the result with anon, the only problem is the lack of references...

What're people's experiences with working with composite board? How easy is it to cut? If I need a saw, what would you recommend?

I'm making a pair of weapons for a humanized Pokemon cosplay. I've used cardstock, papier mache, and expandable foam before for weapon making, but the first two aren't sturdy enough and the latter just won't work for what I'm making.

The weapons will have this general shape. (Ignore the random cylinder)

>>8052863
>>8052875

Yeah it's a justaucorps. Some don't have/have lapels and collars depending on which century or the use (regular or evening wear). They should have buttons, even though they were often decorative as the justaucorps was not often buttoned up. Which pattern are you using? I would try and do something closer to his; there are lots of similar patterns out there. To make it easier and save money, you could avoid putting in the fullness at the back but it would give you less flare.

Here's a good reference gallery. Some of the buttons are missing as they were probably stolen or reused if they were made of valuable materials.
http://www.osfcostumerentals.org/stock/17th%20-%2018th%20Century%20Restoration/Men%27s%20Wear/17th%2018th%20C%20Coats%20-%20Suits/slides/09010507%20Coat%2018th%20C%20dark%20grey%20stripe%20velvet,%20C39.html

>>8055276
I always figured it was Ebichu's master

>>8055419
Can the cape, shorts, and hat be the same material?

Thanks for the response!

>>8055222

I can't find any locally and that one is actually around $10-$15 lol

>>8055023
No problem! If you get stuck again or need more ideas let me know. I'm not an expert but I'm always willingly to help.

>>8054936
Can't answer the first but can answer the second:

Just don't post on tumblr or disable anon comments because no matter what you do you are going to get bullshit from idiots or SJW. I see nothing wrong with tanning and it's not blackface.

>>8055683
Yes.

>>8055432
Once the package is picked up by the post service, it should take about 2 weeks to reach most of the US, 3 weeks if you live in some rural area.

Genderbending Terra from Teen Titans. Instead of a full utility belt, I've decided to go with this hip pouch. I think it'll work well visually. However, I'm going with a chocolate color scheme for gloves, boots, and belt, so I need to color this. Problem is it's almost certainly synthetic. Can you dye this stuff? If not, how can I color it?

Second question in next post

Looking for decent Asuka hairpin things but I'm not sure if the ones that are on Amazon will be good enough, since the reviews say that they go vertical instead of horizontal. wat do?

Second genderbent Terra post: I've been thinking about not doing terra's skintight pants, in an effort to make the costume slightly more masculine. However, I have fairly large quadriceps from powerlifting, and any pair of shorts that can fit them usually looks ridiculous. However, an exception in the past has been Hollister sweatshorts. They have a nice straight leg on them, since I'm pretty sure they just snip defective long sweatpants into shorts.

Do you think if I got a pair of these, and removed the logo, that it would work well with the aesthetic? I think combined with the hip pouch and an underarmour shirt it'd fit Terra's "easygoing rock-climber turned superhero" theme nicely.

Tldr how bout these pants

>>8052863
Planning on doing Mercy. I can't figure out what method I'll use in doing the wings. I think I'd prefer them to be open, with clear/Yellow plastic sheeting with LEDS at the top. Not 100% on how I'd go about that though. I've been trying to look up light-up visor tutorials that have that same sort of rig but I'm still not sure. A friend recommended to cheat it and use a chiffon on lame fabric with wiring but I'm kinda stuck on the original idea. Thoughts, tips, critique, advice; it's all welcome.

>>8055747
It's a shame I can't share my cosplay progress in tumblr, I've been there since before the SJWs appeared and I've made lots of friends and I really want to share my hobbie with the rest of them,since it's about having fun and being creative... Besides, it's not like I'm tanning to look a diferent race, I just want the colors to suit my skin, and yellow is a big no-no if you have pale skin (and it looks like that bc I haven't tanned in like a decade). Well yellow it's already a hard color to pull off no matter your skintone, I'll try to find a shade that doesn't look like a banana peel

>>8055970
Why couldn't you buy a black or chocolate colored hip pouch? They do come in those colors anon.

>>8055973
http://www.jlist.com/product/YOYA097
http://page22.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/l285925741

Also what link are you going by? The reviews on the one on Amazon with Neon Genesis Evangelion You Are (Not) Alone Head Set Hair Clip Asuka Ver. shows something similar to picture related.

>>8055999
Those pants are fine.

>>8056100
Well you have two options. You can post on tumblr and disable anon comments and just deal with the SJW idiots because like many things it's overrun by idiots or don't post on there due to said idiots and SJW. Honestly it's up to you. I personally would think it's a good cosplay and see nothing wrong with tanning.

Remember tumblr is the same people who complained about that superhero from that one Disney movie not being Latino enough because she was white washed.

>>8056111
Yeah, I'm going by that one, probably not gonna get it since the reviews say it's too heavy
Honestly it's my first cosplay and I wanna make sure everything goes well but leave room to make mistakes too

>>8056111
>chocolate colored
>brown
you roris crack me up

>>8056127
I worked in a clothing store give me a break. We used to say Sand brown and Chocolate brown.

I drew this last night. It's not finished because I need to design the hats and swords, but I'm pretty proud of myself for these. Is there anything in this picture that seems difficult to make? Also, would anybody mind giving help for what materials to use, specifically for the boots?

>>8056127
Haha, it's silly, but that's how you designate leather colors!

>>8056018
>cheat it and use a chiffon
PLEASE NO.

Acrylic sheets and leds. Go to some place that does laser cuts

>>8056148
"Hard" is subjective. What have you sewn in the past? What's your experience? Do you have patterns already set aside for what you want to do or are you going to try to draft patterns?

How many yards of fabric (40+in wide) would I need to make, basically a scarecrow head? Cloth mask that encompasses the entire head, and a little bit loose so it's not just a deadpool style superhero mask. I'm a dude with a slightly larger than average head if that helps.

>>8056333
1 yard should be fine, your head circumference shouldn't be more than about 60-odd cm anyway.

>>8056214
That's what I'm saying. I mean, I thought the idea was cute, but in NO WAY for this character. Yeah I'm thinking about visiting my high school's engineering room and having them cut sheets. Trying to find thin sheets right now so I wont have weight issues.

Is there a shiny type of plastic that's flexible that I can put on armor that will be tight fitting? I only need a small sheet(around 6 inches maybe?)

>>8055677
Ebichu's master is the woman in the actual show.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7UhJFd4zio
first 4 seconds is what I'm talking about

alrighty so there's no room/organisation thread rn to ask in, but does anyone know where i can find these sort of hanging bags irl without having to buy overpriced party city shit and whatnot that comes packaged in them? preferably the ones that close with snaps or whatever at the top

basically got the idea in a recent room thread of using them for storing ribbons/patterns/notions etc and small in-progress cosplay pieces but i don't want to wait for shipping if avoidable

So how would anyone suggest going about doing this skill on a helmet and visor?
My plan currently would be to use a dry erase marker to draw the skull and then use tape to cover up what i need and then spray paint it.
Does anyone have a better suggestion? or is this fine?

>>8056867
check out "liquid masking tape" . it'll help your skull look more organic rather than using normal masking tape.

>>8056867
skull*
Here's another pic

>>8056871
is that like frog tape? where it forms a seal when wet to prevent paint bleeding?

>>8056880
sorry, i meant liquid masking film.

It looks like paint and dries like rubber/latex but you can peel it off after your done doing the spray painting on the desired areas. It's pretty cool stuff!

>>8056883
that stuff seems rad, i just looked it up. I could see drawing the skull and then using that to get the eyes and lines covered pretty well.

I'm looking for clear shoes/slippers or maybe some other invisible alternative. I couldn't find pic related for sale. And the shoes need to be as flat as possible. Any ideas?

So I'm going with this tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hj-WC35cxgs to make a breastplate. The problem is, I don't have any kind of 'ball' to shape it. I have bowls of course but they have that flat surface at the end so I think it would shape it wrongly. I thinking about getting the thousands of polymorph pelets I have and trying to make a ball of it, but I'm not sure if it would be good enough since it could have dents. I also thought about taking molds of my breasts but I think they would be too 'flat' and I couldn't stretch the foam like the video to get the perfect shape.
So... Any ideas? Also I think it's important to say that I can only work with foam, worbla and wonderflex doesn't exist in my country and to import they would be super expensive.

>>8056977
Just type in "clear jelly shoes"

Ok so I have this model and texture pack for the excalibur warframe. Is there anyway I can size the unfolded texture file on photoshop or something to my measurements so I can just print it out and use it as a general pattern?

>>8056997
Do you not have a craft shop around you that sells polystyrene balls? Like the ones that kids use for models of the solar system? I'm pretty sure no-one's boobs are bigger than the one most people use for the sun.

>>8057024
Hm good idea. But wouldn't the foam stick to it while it's hot?

>>8057025
Wouldn't have a clue, I only use foam for props. Try it and find out?

>>8057015
How did you get the files if I may ask, I wanted to try rip them for ages but never could

plz share them anon kun

>>8057218
Im not home to upload the zip but I literally found it googling "warframe excalibur xnalara". Ive used xnalara models before for Dark Souls pepakura files so yea

I want to cosplay Road Kamelot from D.Gray-man, but her dress is quite problem. How I should make her skirt part to repeal psychic without any petticoats?

>>8057420
stiff interfacing and adding a wire to the hem.

>>8056977
I have heard of people taking old navy flip flops, removing the thong and then somehow affixing the sandal to their feet with some kind of adhesive.

Not sure if this is appropriate here

>be on highschool exchange in japan
>living in a city with AP & btssb
>pretty into lolita so i bring a fellow exchange student friend to check the stores out
>she's into cosplay and now thinks lolita is super cute
>i go with her to buy her own dress
>btssb is having a sale and she picks out a fairly plain black jsk, only around $100
>i try to explain that she will need a petticoat and blouse
>"meh i don't really care, i'm going to wear this all the time"

I just brought an ita into this world

What do i do?

>>8057480
Explain to her its tasteless?
Say it's like wearing designer heels with sweatpants and a tshirt, or compare it to another fashion disaster she might understand.
Good luck.

How tough, exactly, is your typical Zentai suit? Im trying to make a monster/muscle suit with latex over it, but I usually use a wet suit. Well, money is tight this time and I stand to save alot of money if i get a zentai.

Does hot glue ruin it? Is it like thin nylon that once you get a single tear in it, its just a matter of time before your naked? Can things be sewn into it, if need be?

>>8056997
Use a end of a ladle, a good fitting bra(wrap it with something protective if you wanna keep it), round fruit ect.

>>8057480
This is not the place, take it to lolita general

>>8056553
I think Im going to use a clear PVC sheet.
Is there a good way to glue it down without the glue being too noticable?

I'm trying to detangle a waist-length wig. I've done google searches and there's one that tells you to dump it in water with shampoo and slowly comb it out.

Is putting the wig in water with shampoo easier and more effective than combing out the wig with spray detangler by hand?

What shoes can I wear with a kigurumi? I'll be wearing it during my down time at the con.

>>8057764
clean converse or doc martins look pretty good! if you have cute socks, make sure they show!

>>8054640
Out of topic but it caught my attention. I tried searching on google but only japanese links would pop out. Can you link to where you play/downloaded it?

>>8056766
Nice idea. If someone find a link to buy it I want it too.

>>8057028
I will try it out then, thanks for idea.

>>8057627
Already tried the bra (it gets dents from the ends of the it or the iron parts) and fruits (for some reason it just doesn't work) but maybe a ladle is a good idea. I will try it out.

>>8057958
Not that anon, but you should have just googled the filename.
> http://vgperson.com/games/graygarden.htm
Looks like a cute game though.

Fabric shopping for a Satsuki cosplay. What fabric should I use for her uniform?

>>8058111
possible option?

>>8058113
>>8058111

dropped pic

>>8058119

>>8058120
Is that the wrong side of the fabric?

>>8058140
ah...it might be...

is there an easy way of doing decorative pointy rivets?
I would only need a few, should I just do the riveting or is there an alternative?

Trying to figure out a better way to do the end of her weapon than just shitty cardboard. But not too legit to where I might get kicked out of the GP

>>8058262
Clearly this needs to be carved from the bones of your enemies. In all seriousness though, if you can access worbla, it would be fairly easy to make with that.

>>8055747
It really depends on how popular you are.
If you give off any sort of asshole-vibe, people will get tense and find reasons to attack you.
I barely post personal stuff on my Tumblr, and when I posted pictures of a cosplay that I used darker foundation for, I didn't get any shit about it.

>>8056583
Yeah. Doesn't Ebichu's master do modeling?

>>8057720
Not really. Diluted fabric softener works better for that.

>>8056977
You could try something like this.

Does anyone know how to determine what color tights I should get for dance tights? I want them as close to my natural skin tone as possible, but most 'nude' colors are too dark and 'pink' colors are too pink. I just need really really pale dance tights. Help.

>>8055459
I'm not sure what type of composite board you're referring to, but if it's hard enough to consider using a saw, I know scrollsaws are good for detail work and curves. I'm probably picking one up myself tomorrow.

Jigsaws are shaky as fuck and only good for cutting out -very rough- shapes if you would, say, sand and finish and seal everything yourself afterwards. Same goes for bandsaws. Neither is made for anything but straight lines.

What would this hairstyle look like naturally? I hate literal interpretations of hairstyles. Maybe a curled high ponytail?

>>8059192
Try using that Yugioh Yami yugi spike Tutorial because that isn't a natural hair style. You need the link?

>>8058470
go to a dance clothing supply store. If you're anywhere near a metropolitan area, you should have one.

>>8059224
I don't want unrealistic shapes or spikes, I want to reinterpret it naturally.

>>8059192
I don't think it's curls, just a high ponytail if interpreted realistically. Maybe with large waves.

>>8059243
>I hate literal interpretations of hair styles
>I want an interpretation of a weird hair style

But that's the thing it's not a natural hair style so I'm not sure what else to tell you. Sorry I can't help you more anon.

>>8059192
Just do a high ponytail anon. It doesn't have to look crazy.

>>8057986
I'm stupid. Thanks anon.

>>8053454
Can you put a pad made for thongs in there? The Always Incredibly Thin Thong Liners are pretty good.

>>8058470
These are REALLY good dance tights
http://www.dancedirect.com/uk/Products/Ballet/RV1000/

I'm thinking of cosplaying this design from sakizo but I am unsure of what fabric to use for the skirt. I was thinking of using a nice silk as I felt that it would look good with a bit of "shimmer" to it but it has been awhile since I have used such fabrics. Wondering if people would have any other suggestions.

Also what would be best to do the stripes? They're looking to be purple in colour to me, would it best to print or applique the stripes on?

i really want to cosplay Sill from Sengoku Rance, but i'm not sure what type of underwear to wear since the sides of her skirt are semi-open. any suggestions? (also sorry for the crap-tier ref-- for some reason i couldn't find any full-body sprites from the game)

>>8059479
given the period it'd probably be something fundoshi-esque
for simplicity you might just want some side-tie or highleg though

>>8059434
I would be inclined to use a delustered satin and applique the stripes in ribbon.

Anyone know where I can find pants moderately similar to 18s? Dark blue though. Bad screencap makes them look green.

>>8059619
They're just regular straight leg jeans.

>>8059619
>>8059653
With a high waist too, by the looks of it. People call them mum jeans.

>>8059668
>>8059653
mom jeans are really popular at forever 21 right about now too

>>8059684
Leftovers from normcore? 90s revival? I was going to mention they'd been popular for a few years but didn't know if they still were.

I'm cosplaying httyd2 version Astrid and i was wondering how much fur do you think i'd end up using for her collar+ glove edging/boot edging
I don't really want to skimp on the quality of the fake fur but I'm not exactly rolling in cash at the moment
the place I'm looking at it does it on rolls that are 150cm

also am I kinda being really innacurate doing it as a really big fur collar rather than a hood because it seems to switch between looking fully like a hood and looking just like a big fur collar in all the references I find

I'm doing a cosplay of Shiklah and I found perfect thighs for the costume. It doesn't have those skulls etc on it so can someone figure out if there is a way of doing them with out ruining the thighs or making them look tacky? Btw I don't have a printer to use.

I'm currently working on this zoroark gijinka. I've gotten the pants, but no idea howto create the flared rough edges on the blouse,or how to make top like this? I'm opting out on the underboob because I'll need support, but for the sleeves what can I do to make it look dramatic and not floppy.

>>8059479
fundoshi would probably look nicer, but here's the sill figure casted off.

>>8060153

I'm not sure how official this figurine is though,but I hope it helps anon

Okay, so while the dress is undoubtedly the largest part of this outfit, it's actually the headpiece that has me worried. Construction is not at all my forte - how should I go about beginning this? Get something like a skullcap and build on it? What type of materials would you all recommend to construct the wolf heads out of?

>>8059973
You might be surprised how believable even the fake fur can look, as long as the piece is made well

I've never cosplayed before but would like to go to a convention as Kotomine Kirei. What kind of fabric should I choose to make clothing like picture related? I bet it's easy to find but I'm a total beginner to this. I was thinking of buying some cheap dark gray cotton fabric at first to try out.

>>8060188
Pic looks like cotton/cotton-polyester. Personally, I would go for something a little more heavy-weight than what the person in the image used. To test it out, yeah, just buy some cheap fabric. I usually make a mock-up out of broadcloth (because it's usually the cheapest fabric in the stores I go to). I can easily see where the pattern has to be altered this way, and I don't have to waste money by messing up the 'real' fabric.

> and are you also the anon in the sewing thread?

>>8060209
Haven't posted in the sewing thread, it's some other guy making the same costume. I have no idea about fabrics and I haven't done sewing in 15 years so I'm kind of lost. But I'll start by making a mock-up, that seems like a good thing to start with.

>>8058119
Looks good to me.
>>8057420
The top reminds me of a character from Princess Tutu.
>>8057028
It probably will, wrap it in tape or something.
>>8057764
Paw slippers, flats, or like >>8057797
said.

>>8060176
I've used this particular item (http://www.ebay.com/itm/SHOWGIRL-HEADDRESS-SKULL-CAP-FRAME-BASE-SKULLCAP-SHOW-GIRL-CARNIVAL-DRAG-QUEEN-/291322884235)) as a headdress base, it fits alright. For the wolf heads, styrofoam wig heads for the main sphere shape of each + plastidipped and painted craft foam for the metal parts + maybe Crayola model magic or paper clay for the teeth? Spray-on foam insulation will work well as an adhesive to hold the foam heads to the skullcap, it's like a fluffier Gorilla Glue and you can carve it down afterwards. I think making the teeth realistic, like ivory-colored with lots of gloss, would really enhance the look of the costume.

>>8059973
I am also doing this version of Astrid. Right now I have 2yd fur for the boots, skirt, arms, and cape, although I haven't started cutting anything out yet so not sure if the amount actually used will be less.

The hood has a very wide opening and the fur is a very long pile, so it looks like an open collar at times. I too am having a hard time finding a fur for this that won't break my wallet.

Question regarding Lucina's cape:
I've never made a cape before, so... Last night I sewed the inner and outer pieces together then turned inside-out, except now it's like I have a giant pillow case. How do I get the fabrics to stick together so they are flat? Glue? Top stitch the edges? I'd preferably like a method that allows me to wash this.

>>8060526
iron the shit out of it

>>8060188
>>8060299
I made the costume for a friend when Fate/Zero was airing and it was a very easy costume to do. I used black bottomweight twill, but similar poplin or gabardine would work as well.

>>8060333
>The top reminds me of a character from Princess Tutu.
So it reminds you of what it is, fancy ballet clothing?

>>8053507
thin veg tan leather shaped and painted with a piece of hair on hide glued to the back. Attach to a headband, boom, you've got ears. Grab rabbit fur and sew it in to tubes. Put an elastic in each hem, boom, arm and leg covers.

>>8054537
white primer paint in the end of the barrel with orange paint on top. However the cons I go to mostly allow orange tape to pass so I will use that, then I can remove it for less campy photoshoots.

>>8054936
a tan is natural. Do it just to piss off those SJWs. They're toxic people.

>>8055233
buy a cheapo airsoft, remove the air compression cylinder inside of it and plug the barrel with glue or epoxy. Prime with silver paint and spray on charcoal. Rub a stick on the edges to create lines of wear where the weapon would normally have worn out blueing. I get my airshits from amazon.

>>8055970
you can buy those in coyote brown. Find one in that color or just buy nylon dye remover and nylon dye.

>>8056867
airbrush

>>8060539
Iron then top stitch the edges

>>8052863
Back again. What is the name of something like this. I know some superhero characters have it or something like it. I'm not exactly sure what to search or how to even make it. Pic related.Should I ask /fa/ ?

is it just me or is it really difficult to find a variety of latex sheeting colors? Every website I've looked at doesn't have the right colors. I'm looking for something like the two purples on the right. any help would be appreciated!

>>8060349
Thanks! I had no idea where to start but you've given me just the ideas I can build off of

>>8060146
You can try making the tops of the sleeves like a pouch and stuffing it.
Basically, the stuffing stops where your boobs start.

>>8060805
why the fuck would /fa/ know

>>8060805
I want to say it's called a cowl, but that's a loose term.

I want to try my hand at Assassination Classroom cosplay (both gender uniforms). I'm wondering, would you guys recommend just buying regular clothing off the rack instead of custom-making the parts since they look pretty plain? Which parts would you recommend making myself instead of buying/modding?

>>8056867
Can anyone suggest an adhesice to attach the armor bits onto the leather jacket? I'm looking to use EVA foam wrapped in crafte foam and plastidipped, but last time I tried hot glue with foam ontop of leather it kinda pealed away a bunch, and just left the gloves i had looking awful.

>>8060899
For Blue you can buy everything on the rack but it might be a tad expensive depending on the place you go to, i.e. thrift store vs. Gap or Target (because he has on a vest/tie/cuffed white shirt/capri or cuffed pants and ties I know cost 20 USD in some states.)

For Moe Green girl it might be hard to find the skirt but not impossible so you're better off modding that.

Would it be acceptable to just spray paint a wooden bokken sword or any wooden sword with no handle to imitate Yukimura 1/3 from Tokyo ghoul?

>>8060899
You can buy just regular clothes off the rack for the male uniform and mod what you can for the female.

>>8060968
some cons might not let you in with it. do it out of foam

Suggestions of anyone who could commission a cavalier hat for a Red mage cosplay as well as a Tactics advance Black mage for a reasonable price, for Acen in May?

Did some Google searching, and didn't have much luck. Sorry to ask.

I have zero sewing skills and no sewing machine so I can't make it if I wanted too.
http://www.hellocosplay.com/vocaloid-2-cosplay-himitsu-keisatsu-secret-police-miku-costume-p-3074.html

Am I getting ripped off if I bought this?

>>8060686
Thank you, I have no idea what those words mean in my native language but I'll search for those fabrics.

What Japanese proxies do you use for shopping, seagulls? I've found my favourite for Taobao now but I'm totally unfamiliar with Japanese ones. IF anything, the ones I've checked take massive commission. So then, what's your favourite?

What are the some good rotary tools and glue guns that won't break the bank?

So I have been working on my TDK joker cosplay for a year now and I could use some advice on the makeup. I have gotten better since my first attempt but I'm still not 100% happy with it. Any advice on how to make it more screen accurate? The scars seem to give me the most trouble. I use rigid collodion for the scarring.

>>8053366
Thirding the Black Goat's Egg request!!

(unrelated but, Haise anon y-you're kinda cute)

Does anyone know how you'd make this? Shape wire with white cloth at the end and then wrap brown cloth around it?

can anyone tell me what the "Handed over" status on parcelforce tracking means? thank you

>>8061327
minimite Dremel if you want a cordless, otherwise spend the extra money to get a corded dremel. Nothing better imo.
from my experience though, a glue gun is a glue gun is a glue gun and you can cheap out on those.

Bump

How do I sew down this type of lace (with ribbon in it)? I tried making a few stitches for every bump with my machine, but it just looked bad...

Okay, maybe this is the wrong board, but I've seen people who can speak Japanese here. I'm planning on making an iron-on for my Sunny cosplay, but I have no idea what that character symbol means. Anyone able to tell me what it is? Thanks in advance.

>>8062125

"The kanji symbol is called an "Otakon," a portmanteau of Otacon's name and the Japanese word for "spirit." The exact word is a mix of "Ota" in Katakana and then the Kanji "tamashi" which means spirit (オタ魂). It appeared on equipment designed by Otacon, including Snake's OctoCamo suit, together with the words "to let the world be."

>>8062115
Also wondering this!

>>8062115
>>8062161
I'd try sewing two clean lines through the rows of little holes on the lace. Perhaps you can try making the stitch length longer or spaced out exactly to the width of the holes?

>>8062192
The lace I'm personally using doesn't have those holes, but I couldn't find a better picture. Here's something closer:

I need help determining what kind of fabric I'd use for this. I want to make it interesting looking and was wondering if for the black areas lace would be a bad idea. Or a nice velvet. And what kind of fabric would fit for the white so it wouldn't be stiff and also coordinate with the black fabric.

>>8062205
Just use polyester or cotton. Also, a pleated black lace skirt will look like shit, as will a pleated black velvet skirt from the sound of your experience.

>>8062205
It has so many details, do you really need an interesting fabric? Seconding >>8062210

>>8062205
You can use a bottomweight sateen for the basis of the white dress and black skirt. The skirt isn't even pleated, officially speaking.

>make it interesting
You'll want to use non-fabrics/boning/various notions for the detail work on Chaika's dress, like the "wire" and button-like parts. They will help make the outfit look distinct instead of blending into a blob of white and black like a failed goth-loli wannabe.

Don't use a piece of fan art as reference point for yourself or to ask other people about.

>>8062131
Thank you so much!

I ordered these shoes off Ebay to test if I liked the style/found them comfy before buying a more expensive pair and they ended up arriving smelling of chemicals/ of plastic and the smell is so strong It is giving me headaches

how would I get rid of this smell or will it go away with time?

>>8062367
dryer sheets and time.

>>8062387
Is there a specific method or should I just do what I'd do with any pair of shoes?

>>8062392
Put the shoes in a box and throw some sheets inside the shoes and around the shoes, close the box. The smell should be gone in like 5 days.

>>8062367
I've heard putting shoes in the freezer will get rid of BO smells, not sure about chemical smells.

Im curious about how I should go about attaching a small amount of thin vinyl sheet to artifical leather, preferably by a type of glue. Also does craft foam wrinkle up over time easily if its smaller or?
>>8053897
Cowlneck hoodie. Theres some with zippers and some without but you could add one.
>>8054457
The first one matches the most.
If the one you buy doesnt turn out that great your friends could help you photoshop them or I could if you wanted??
http://www.honeycolor.com/dollyeye-brown.html
http://www.honeycolor.com/neo-sunflower-brown.html
>>8054640
She doesn't look like a Homestuck character, don't worry about it. The person asking probably thought it was an AU or something.
>>8054881
http://www.bodyline.co.jp/bodyline/
>>8062367
Maybe put a little container of baking soda for a couple of days first >8062403
Basically try everything until something works.
>>8061855
Brown floral wire, then use a strong glue and put on white teardrop beads or something else of your choice.

>>8060943
>>8060943
anyone got any ideas?

>>8062448
Thanks for the tips on contacts! I was told most contacts dont last long so I may try to buy some cheapo ones to just try and get used to putting in and taking out since ive never used any before. The con isnt till August so I dont think I could get the ones I want to try out now unless I plan on buying a second set.

>>8062210
>>8062221
>>8062276
Thank you for the feedback! I'll keep this in mind. And also the reason I chose this fanart as the reference picture was because it shows all the details from the LN's artwork.

Which gas mask is the closest to the one that Komaeda wears from Dangan ronpa 2 I wasn't sure of the kind.

What would be a good way to do her vine hair?

>>8061276
I use SuToCorp. For forwarding service you can try Tenso but I personally never used them. ShoppingmallJapan is only good for big one time purchases. From personal experience they are expensive.

Their fees are: $10 for special orders (anything that isn't auctions,) $6 per auction, and that's not counting shipping and any other fees. I paid around $17-20 for a 700 yen keychain (and that's one item.) Not including shipping charges. A 3000 yen item cost me around $60.

>>8061452
http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Joker-Makeup-The-Dark-Knight/

http://www.heavenrecipes.com/makeup-tutorial/the-joker-cosplay-makeup-tutorial/

If those are no good let me know anon.

>>8061859
Are you located in the UK anon? From what I googled up it means "sent to the airport for delivery." There are several people with similar problems and it changed pretty quickly so nothing should be wrong. Hopefully.

>>8061837
>T-Thanks. I'm not really sure what to say.

I'll be using random Haise icons when I respond to avoid confusion (I don't really want to use a tripcode or a nickname.)

>>8061276
I don't buy from Japan much more nowadays but I used to use Japonica Market and for forwarding only I go with Big in Japan since all you have to pay is 500 yen + shipping (and another 500 yen for repacking I think).

>>8062531
They last long enough in their original bottle (like years) so you could buy now and open later. I tend to open them two months or so before the con to test them, which leaves me enough time to buy another set if they are horrid.

>>8062817
British S10 maybe?

How much would you guys pay for Rustoleum paint and plastidip? I'm Australian and these prices are looking like ripoffs to me.

What's the best way to make Dark Excalibur? I have zero experience in prop making so I'm conflicted. Should I make it in wood or use a foam board? And how do I carve the drawings on the sword (if I use wood)?

I know CosplayFU can be kinda hit-or-miss but I really want to cosplay this character and the amount of sewing is definitely out of my comfort zone, does the costume itself look passable?

http://www.cosplayfu.com/product/Ricken+Cosplay+from+Fire+Emblem+Awakening

>>8063823
The color choices are a bit off..

>>8063633
Wood would look good for that.
Trace the pattern out and chisel the grooves in.

So I want to make the clothes for Kafei. My biggest hurdles are:

>the designs
>the brown and purple split of the top breast

I'm good at sewing but I can sew nonetheless. Would I really have to stitch the pieces together to make the top? For the designs, is that done with cut cloth? If so, how is it put onto the clothing? By sewing means or something else I'm not aware of?

>>8063984
>not good at sewing

>>8063633
Commission it. That ain't gonna look good.

>>8063984
For the designs, you can applique them, or screen-print. Or regular paint, but screen-printing gives even coverage.

Best ways to suspend a horn on forehead? It's made out of Model Magic.

>>8064037
I've seen a Soraka cosplayer attach her horn to a strip of plastic that slid under her wig. Spirit Gum the bottom a little.
And then you'd have to style the bangs to wrap around it.

So I'm wondering about the best way to go about making these watermelon...shoulderpads? Pauldrons? I'm also not sure what the best way would be to make them wearable. The only person I've seen make them seems to have sewn them on, but I'm not sure.

I tried using craft foam before, but I don't I think I did it right and ended up throwing out the one I had done.

>>8064049
Just found her video. Looks solid to me. Though mine is surely heavier than her foam horn. Think it will work with some strong gluing?

>>8064074
Yeah, make sure it's firmly on the strip + Spirit Gum should keep it on.

>>8064089
Great, thanks. One more thing- what should I use for the plastic strip that slips under the wig? It has to be pretty sturdy.

>>8063926
Should I make it in 3 separate pieces and then put them together or just one piece and shape it? I've seen people do it both ways..

>>8064012
Why do you say that?

>>8064012
You know SOMEONE is gonna make it, right?

>>8063633
I'd use foamboard inside with paperclay on top, then sanded to be smooth. Then put a layer of cardboard with the design cut out, making it look carved. Fill gaps with paperclay again and sand.

But that's probably because i'd hate to work with wood. Ive never used that way.

>>8062837
>I'll be using random Haise icons when I respond to avoid confusion (I don't really want to use a tripcode or a nickname.)
People hate avatarfags too

>>8064187
What doesn't this site hate?

>>8064102
Worbla, maybe PVC. I'd go for something that's not really shiny because it'd slide easily.

>>8060526
damn i was hoping to get away with out making a hood
i'd love to know how you get on with 2 yards!

>>8064187
Sorry anon. I won't use them from now on. My goal is to help people not annoy people.

>>8064205
Drama.

>>8064217
Anon's just being salty. It's not like you were bothering anyone or being obnoxious.

>>8064237
>Drama

Depends on who is causing the drama/what the drama is. I personally love causing drama but when someone is being a special snowflake on purpose it gets nerve grating.

But this is off topic.

I'm nearsighted, and I'd like to cosplay this version of Ichiro Irabu. A lot of the cosplays I've seen of him seem to have people just wearing the frames of his glasses however, and, other than me actually needing lenses, as far as I can remember he actually has lenses in the show (or at least there was no indication he didn't), I'd like it to be accurate.
What is the best place to buy prescription frames[?] like he's wearing from that'll look good with the cosplay? Despite wearing glasses I've never really had experience buying special frames to wear and getting lenses put in because with my insurance I just get my exam yearly for new lenses and get to pick out from a small [but good] selection of frames for either $0 or $10.

(In all honesty, this would be my first real cosplay, but thanks to this board and cringey cosplays I've seen, I at least have the basic knowledge on how to not make my costume look like shit; but, it might not happen for a while so I'd like to start out small with asking what would be the best thing to do about the glasses, I'd like to be able to see where I'm going. Also, I don't wear contacts.)

>>8064293
Good taste anon.

>>8064293
If you want to specifically buy some for this cosplay, you could always try Zenni Optical. I can't say for sure they'll have lenses exactly like those but you might find some that are close.

Depending on what lenses you need, shit can be super cheap. I bought some a while back and with shipping it was like $12.00. You'll just need to go to their site and input your prescription when ordering.

Inspiring Yuya cosplayer here. Does anyone know how they got the jacket to stay up like this? Styled the wig in this picture? Also how would I do his goggles with the star on them?

Sorry if I'm asking a bunch of questions.

Thread's about to sage, but can someone help me with this tutorial? It says a good starting width is 20" but I'm not sure which measurement on the diagram that means.
>http://sew-loli.livejournal.com/208428.html

>>8064061
You tried this and it failed right?

>>8064569
I'm going to go with her meaning "lower edge of sleeve" should fit those measurements. My reasoning is that she said armscye should fit to the bodice, and with the shape of those sleeves the actual length that goes around at your arm socket is divided between what is labeled armscye and what is labeled shoulder. Underarm seam is not going widthwise, it's going lengthwise, so it's not in the running. Lower edge of sleeve is both gathered and actually going around your arm, so it makes the most sense. I can see why you were confused though, I can appreciate the effort that was put into the tutorial but it wasn't written very clearly.

>>8064573
I used a different tutorial, but more or less, yeah. I'm pretty sure it failed just because it was my first time trying it and I just fucked it up.

The tutorial I used was this one: http://entropyhouse.com/penwiper/costumes/helmsdeep.html
It doesn't specifically talk about pauldrons, though.

>>8064508
Basically... wire.

> coat
Wire inserted into the golden hem strips things (I'm drawing a blank at the actual term for it)

> wig
The edges are just spiked with gel, but the ahoge is probably reinforced with wire. Look up wig spiking tutorials and that one Hetalia ahoge tutorial.

> star
Paint it or stick it. Looks like the former in the pic.

>>8064684
Thanks for the information about the wig.

>Stick it on
Like a sticker? Sorry if I'm asking a lot. This would be my first cosplay from a series I enjoy.

>>8064690
> gel
Hairspray would work better. I'm not sure why I said gel. Anyway.

> Like a sticker?
Yeah, you could do that if you wanted. You could also stick on, in the sense of glue on, other material than paper though. I'm not familiar with the character so I don't know if the star has any depth or not. If it's just flat, I would just paint it with the help of a stencil or something.

I'm thinking about doing Macca Green. How much room would I need for the if I do her zentai outfit for the wig?

>>8064695
This is a better picture of what the character looks like.

>>8064711
I would use paint in this case, especially if the googles are supposed to be transparent. Sticking something on would reduce visibility a lot more. Glass paint might give a transparent enough finish, but I've never personally experimented with it so I'm not 100% sure.

>>8064716
Thanks for the help regardless kind anon.

Weird question but how do you iron/get the wrinkles out of spandex or spandex like materials?

>>8064705
could you clarify?

I'm putting together a super last minute cosplay for K-On, and I was wondering what type, if any, iron on transfers I should use to put the HTT logo on a shirt? I tried some before but the white came off with it, as opposed to it being transparent around the edges. Also, would anyone happen to have a vector of the logo?

>>8062531
Make sure you clean them after every use and the contact is facing like U towards your eyeball instead of a curled out V which means its inside out. only wear them for 4 hours then take a break before wearing them again. Eyedrops are useful since they can get dry.

>>8064835
Oh sorries. My English is bad.

I'm trying to get a Macca Green cosplay from Taobao. My head circumference is 23 1/4 inches so I'm asking do I add on more since I'm going to be wearing wig related under the Zentai hood/mask or does that volume not matter for cosplay measurements?

What eyedrops do you guys use for contacts? I have to look for drops that are contacts friendly, right?

>>8064796
I usually just hang them in the bathroom with me when I shower and the steam gets them out. easiest with more form fitting stuff.

>>8064867
Thanks anon.

Another question. How would I pack something like this without it getting wrinkled again or would it be better to do the shower steam at the anime convention hotel?

>>8064840
http://yxero.deviantart.com/art/Houkago-Tea-Time-Logo-Vector-278943234

Or do you want the star logo vector?

>>8064854
Why would you wear a wig under a zentai suit? Wouldn't it be badly crushed and misshaped?

>>8064894
I thought about taking it off/styling it/fixing it when I want to get some air but still keeping on the rest of the outfit for pictures if needed.

I thought about doing the same thing with my SamuFlam cosplay too with the first helmet but I wasn't sure if it was a good idea or not, which is why I'm asking if it's possible with extra room or it will end up as a hot mess. I seen people do it with cosplays before and turn out ok.

I'm about to start patterning out a simple dress that I designed and I usually like to add interfacing to the neckline and sleeves to reinforce those areas, but I'm planning on lining this dress and was wondering if it would still be necessary/preferable? I'm concerned the extra facing would add bulk/make it too stiff in this case. Opinions? It's just a simple a-line jsk with an empire waist.

>>8064860
They usually sell them on honeycolor or pinkyparadise which are both good reputable sites.
In drug stores/pharmacies too.

>>8056116
I just ran into a tumblr called "white people stealing cultures" or something like that, and they posted tons of girls wearing bindis or dreads. The last thing I want is to be screencapped and posted there; it seems like a blog with a lot of traffic... at least can an actual desi person tell me if this costume is offensive in any way?
god, I hate tumblr so fucking much

>>8065050
You dropped picture anon.

I want to go as this bastard everyone loves to hate. Only problem I'm running into would be the leggings. Any suggestions on how I could go about it?

>>8065050
It's this one >>8054936

How do I go about making Samson's mouth indent into the wig like in the ref pic without carving out part of my skull? Also, looking for recommendations about the tentacles/arms. Would craft foam + wefts + caulk work?

>>8065449
>Samson's mouth indent into the wig like in the ref pic without carving out part of my skul
This is how a cosplayer calla Lightning attached her horns to her fawn cosplay
She uses a material similar to ghesso to reinforce the inside

>>8064181
Won't it be too weak if I just use a foamboard and paperclay?

>>8064788
I have used glass paint in the past and I agree that it's your best choice, it will leave the plastic transparent while still coloring it.
Glad to see another Arc-V cosplayer by the way!

>>8064890

The star logo, please!

Name of lavender outfit in pic?

Sorry for being this nu.

>>8066561
Holy Lanter OP from Angelic pretty

http://lolibrary.org/apparel/holy-lantern-op

>>8065875
If that isn't good enough let me know so I can fix it/change it.

Would Mikado's hairstyle look ok on a person with a round face? Or should I just stick with Izaya and/or Aoba? Also natural hair or wig? I wanted to do something Drrr! related this year.

>>8066623
Mikado is still in the realm of wig worthy. I think it does look a little odd on round faces, but nothing is stopping you from making flattering alterations. People would still recognize you as Mikado as long as the rest of the costume is on point.

How to stop pleats from doing this?

>>8066681
I'm more worried about looking like a derp. Since I have a round face and most anime characters have heart or similar types there isn't a lot (if any) that I could cosplay with my face type.

Thanks for the advice. Also how would I make sure my hair isn't poking out since it's such a short cut?

>>8066683
You need to iron them on the inside too.

>>8066683
What's it doing?

>>8066683
Doing what? I don't see any obvious problems.
Did you make the forward folds of knife pleats less than 1/2 of the width of the previous folds? Or are you referring to how much they open up toward the bottom?

>>8066696
There are artists that draw more rounded face, although it's more common in manga than anime (I've haven't seen many round faces in anime). There's not much you can do with your face structure, apart from plastic surgery, but letting hair frame your face and contouring with makeup can help create the illusion of a slimmer face.

Also, for short hair, wear a wig cap. Not the netting type, the ones that are like tights. That and hairpins should help keep your hair confined, even if it's short.

>>8066699
>>8066701
Yeah, the opening at the bottom.

>>8066714
Thanks anon.

Does anyone have a tutorial or how to do this hair style?

>>8066926
It's a pleated skirt, it will open at the bottom due to drape over your hips. If you want permanent pleats, you can stitch the pleats in, but chances are it will turn the skirt into a tube and you won't be able to pull it up and over your butt. Remember to iron every pleat before each wear to retain them.

Is this your first pleated skirt? Judging from the photo, the pleats are different in width. Did you try to hand-draft a pattern and mess up on measurements?

>>8067062
It is my first skirt. However, I assure you the pleats aren't actually different widths, it's just an illusion caused by all the pleats opening up (why i wanted to avoid that). The hip drape thing makes sense though, I guess it can't be fixed.

>>8067184
The top of the pleats is where it looked like different widths to me.

What you can do next time for pleats that flare out less is to try making the skirt body from a (smaller) arc or having the waistband sit lower on your hips. Right now it looks like the skirt is too small for you, since it's digging into your waist and there is bulging already right under the waistband.

anyone know where to get a jersey like pic related?? doesn't have to exact but definitely recognizable..... thanks you guys! also amazon preferably

What wig would you fine people recommend for Marty?

>>8064293
Awn yes Ichiro. I wear glasses too but when I cosplay some character with glasses I trade mine for the ones of the character, without prescription. Actually I wear my normal glasses around the con and trade when someone asks for a photo. I think it's easier and cheaper.

>>8066587

That's perfect! Thank you so so much!

what color is shinjis belt..? i cant tell if its black or brown. thanks in advance.

>>8068878
Brown maybe?

>>8066683
I don't think you've made the pleats deep enough... your fold in the pleat should be like 3in..

Can anyone help or guide me on how to make the floating/glowing piece on this weapon? I'm not sure what to make it out of... the rest of it I have already planned out.

I am going to cosplay Pucci from JoJo, but I have two problems with him..

- How could I do his hair/eyebrows/sideburns? I have though of using an latex bald cap and then applying fabric or something on it to make them? Any better ideas?

- how could I apply the cross part on his jacket without too showing too much seams? I thought of using bias tape to cover the yellow part and then applying it on the purple fabric, but I think it's not gonna work that way.. how should I do it?

What kind of mold should I use for friendly plastic? rubber or silicon?