/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>>8336320
I'm making this costume for fanime, and I'm like 70% done right now. I only have small details left to do.... except for the boot covers. I finished my pattern and test-run of the boot covers and it all seems good but I don't want to rush it and ruin it. I still really want to wear the outfit for fanime, so is there a good alternative for boots? I have some generic blue gogo boots (the kind a lot of sailor mercury cosplayers will wear), and a pair of doc's which are both roughly the right height. I can also try and find something at the thrift store maybe... any advice?

>>8336413
these are the blue gogo boots, would these along with a fluffy boot topper be a worthy substitute for now?

What type of fabric should I choose for a Lapis costume?

>>8336425
chiffon.

any recommendations for US contact companies that sell brown/black color contacts?

>>8336415
Yeah I'd wear those. The blue may be too bright but it'll do for now.

I need bright blue contacts for a korra cosplay, and I would need them in a prescription,so I was thinking of getting air optix colors, but I'm not sure of How Well they would work on my dark brown eyes. Any recommendations? I need them in the next four weeks.

>>8336515
These run kind of small around the calves just FYI

Where can I find cheap goblin masks? Like warhammer fantasy goblins, so bright green

Working on making cosplay swords. Can't have metal in them.

Anyone have ideas on how to make such a thing? I'm speaking specifically about a pair of katanas.

>>8336785
laminated cardboard

>>8336425
Yeah, I understand that the show's style is simple, so a lot of Lapis cosplayers will go with cotton, but please go for the suggestion of >>8336430 . It'll have the same silhouette, but will be no less than 300% better than cotton.

>>8336886
I was thinking of using fiberglass and resin over a thin wood or epvc shape. Few layers, then some shaping, then a final gel coat with aluminum powder and resin?

>>8336320
I'm looking to make this costume for Dragoncon, but I can't seem to find any kimono patterns online that are authentic. Does anyone know of any resources for decent kimono patterns?

Anyone knows what to use to paint leather shoes, besides paint designed for such things?
Can I use acrylic paint for instance?

does anybody have fabric recommendations for doll from kuroshitsuji? also, what's the best way to get the shape of her skirt? a petticoat or sometihng else?

Marie's armgloves. I have materials for both a thin striped version which is more accurate to the artwork design across all the games she appears in and a thick stripe version which matches her in-game sprite. Normally I'd be 100% behind accuracy over everything else but I've noticed that with the thin stripes, the gloves end up looking pure black. How something appears > or < how something actually is?

>>8336972
You're gonna crack that paint. Use the stuff that's made for it. There's a reason why.

>>8336997
The fighting game sprites aren't accurate to the character designs since a lot of the details and colors had to be simplified or exaggerated to look better as tiny, constantly moving objects. Go with what's more accurate to game art.

>>8336978
taffeta with chiffon

I have foam wings which are pretty light weight. I tried making a harness out of coat hangers but it ended up not being very sturdy and my wings were flopping around even though i hot glued them in between the wings.

Is it okay if I just sew the ends to my top?

>>8337392
it's ok but it'll still be floppy....

>>8337392
>>8337478

I agree with the other anon.

You can either just sew them in, use velcro, or put snaps. Either option seems like the wings are going to flop around. Just make sure they are will hold. Sadly, there isn't really a way you can hide it especially if you're going as Yosafire (cute progress though!).

Can I spraypaint black plastic without the black bleeding through? The spray paint is suitable for plastic surfaces and I'm going to give it a light sanding just so the paint grips the plastic, I just wasn't sure if I needed to do anything else first.

>>8337392
I've done wings about that size before. Hot glued them to my clothes because I was 17 and rushed. It's not... horrible? But it is very terrifying and that cosplay was a mess.
Quick warning: You will feel everything that bumps into your wings. The Dealer Room is scariest.

Just do a simple backpack-style harness under your clothes, with the wings wired to a plate. Hope you have a friend to help you put them in.

>>8337630
If I'm understanding this right, you have something black that you're painting lighter?
I'd do a primer layer, if you want the paint to be bright. Gesso comes in a spray can. Sanding won't be necessary with Gesso, I think.

>>8337666

Thanks, yes to an extent. The colour is actually brown. I'm spraying a black plastic baseball bat brown, I chose a slightly lighter shade because I had a feeling it would either dry darker or would be influenced by the black underneath and if neither of these are true I should be able to just apply more to get a slightly darker colour.

But no, nothing bright. I did buy two though, just in case I messed one up.

I've decided that I wanted to try and cosplay The Commando from Risk of Rain. I have no prior experience with armour and I was wondering what type of material I should use for the plating. Also, what should I do about the helmet? I remember from that CRT TV Head thread that it's possible for it to be two way, but that was a dark tint. Thanks in advance

I want to cosplay a War Boy from Fury road
How would I be able to chrome my mouth without getting poisoned?
Also, how can I make sure people recognize the costume?

>>8337728
Look exactly like the character or wear a sign with the character's name. If you're focused on being recognized for cosplay, don't fucking cosplay you attention whore.

Also, use silver face paint or silvery makeup. You're already dressing up as a fictional character, all dignity is thrown out the window so go ahead and fucking use makeup. All successful male cosplayers and even actors use makeup, don't be a fucking pleb.

>>8337700
Then you should be good without Gesso.
I'd be hesitant on the sanding though. I've sanded and spraypainted part of a plastic prop and I guess some chemical in the plastic reacted with the paint and made these weird bubbles. The coated-areas were fine, it was only the sanded areas that were affected.

Oh and I forgot: rub the bat down with alcohol before painting. It'll help clean it so the paint sticks better.

>>8336911
>>8336430
Different anon that also wants to cosplay Lapis; what would I make the inside of the skirt out of then? Just a different layer of a lighter blue chiffon?

>>8337803
What I mean by "recognized" is that as soon as people see me they think "that's a mad max warboy" instead of "wtf is that"
It is my concern because the cgaracter design is pretty generic

>>8336972
I've used this tutorial for some leather pumps and they worked well. Not so sure about how it'd look for you though, since the shoes I painted didn't need to stretch/bend a lot so the paint didn't crack. I would assume that if you stretched the shoe as the paint dried like the tutorial says to do, it should be fine.

http://www.chic-steals.com/2011/09/diy-colorblock-bag-a-k-a-how-to-paint-leather-with-acrylic-paint.html

>>8337846
Did you even read what they typed?

My cosplay has a tall crown on it that is made out of cardboard covered in a layer of newspaper and paperclay. It is also tall enough to smack into doorways. Is there an epoxy or something i could cover it with that would make it sturdy? It has to be sandable because im covering it in vinyl car wrap to make it reflective.

>>8337946
Next time use Sintra. Anything you add now will just make it heavier. Maybe glue wire to the insides if anything.

>>8336571
dolly eye blue from PP always worked well for me and I also have dark-ish brown eyes and need prescription. They're really opaque though so they do take some getting used to.

Opinions on what kind of turtleneck I should get for my Shizuku cosplay? I'm waffling between solid and ribbed and can't decide which would look better. Solid's more screen accurate but I feel like ribbed would give the cosplay more dimension.

I've been searching for two days now for a wig for zeldas twilight princess wig. I don't have a budget as money isn't an issue for me but I just can't seem to find the right wig. Help!

I've wanted to try out the iron on heat vinyl stuff for a while and wanted to know if it would look super out of place to use on the details of jacket and legs or fine.

>>8338083
I vote ribbed. More interesting to look at and will help with the really pronounced hourglass she has going on.

>>8338083
IMO I would say a quality solid turtleneck over a ribbed one. If you get a ribbed one it'll look like you just went for whatever you could find in a local store, but that might just be me.

I'm trying to help a friend to a space ghost cosplay but I'm kinda stuck on how to go about doing the cowl and cape any suggestions as far as what type of fabric and what not

>>8338151
>>8338152
a...anyone wanna provide a tie breaker for me? Cause I see exactly where you both are coming from

What shape should I cut in the fabric to make this thing over her skirt?

>>8338269
Solid if you can find one, ribbed if you can't. I feel like solid turtlenecks are harder to come by.

>>8338276
I'd say like pic related, slightly concave at the bottom.

Hey guys, does anyone here have first hand experience with filling uneven edges on foam armor/props? Not entirely sure what foam it is since it's an old yoga matt (nothing on the label), it's quite dense though.

For ease of sanding/also due to using 5 layers of 4mm foam (this is a "make for free with leftover scraps prop") I've ended up with really uneven edges after gluing every part together.

I use foam a lot but I've never had this problem because everything I've made has had straight and not angled/sanded down edges, or I've sanded after gluing layers together.

Now I'm not sure what to do, because I'm worried about fucking everything up if I take the dremel to it again. Should I use some kind of filler over the foam and sand that down by hand? I've seen people suggest using masking tape on edges but I can't imagine that holding up under sealant+paint?

Any advice on where to go from here would be much appreciated!

>>8337392
>sees wings and cross

holy shit anon, are you makind a yosafire cosplay? I'm so stupidly happy if you are.

I've velcroed/safety pinned foam wings to the back of my garment before (had a school girl collar to cover the place where they connected to the back of the garment)

Have also just tied the wings directly to my bra. Cut two holes (vetically) in the back of the garment and tied the wings directly to my bra.

You could also sandwich wire between the wings and build a U shaped harness and slip the harnes into your bra. Still need the vertical cuts in the back fo the garment though.

>mfw can't ms paint

All of these have worked for me with very small and light wings. As other anons have pointed out, wings will still flop and people will be contantly bumping into them in small places, but they're not too much of a hassle once you're used to it

Making a bane cosplay and I am having trouble finding an accurate one any pointers or a good guide on how to make one?
Pic related

So my friend gave me almost 3 yards of lime green fleece but I have no idea what to make with it for an upcoming con. Anyone have any suggestions?

>>8338515
Kigu? What it's of depends on the shade of lime green, I suppose.

>>8338510
Will you bring friends to the con?

Bought a pink foam microphone cover, but it's like a bright pink. I wanted it to be more medium pink, and was thinking of fixing the color with watered down acrylic paint? Or other suggestions?

I'm looking for a bishounen make-up tutorial, but I can't find any I like. Does any of you know where I can get a good one? Or any good youtube channel with tutorials. I would really apreciate anything I can get.

Purple Cargo Pants
-are deceptively difficult to track down.
Best pair I've found online was like $40 pre-shipping, and of course "may fit," as with all online-ordered clothes.

Does anyone know a reliable place to order less common clothes from, and/or a brick n' mortar store that commonly carries purple cargo pants? I've called at least a dozen local shops; to no avail.

I know this is a notably mundane thing to post about, but they're all that are standing between me an a Rival costume.

Which, I'd rather do the purple pants vs. the black jacket.
A. Because the pants are probably cheaper than the coat would be
B. Because local conventions all happen in the summer, and it's hot here.

I've not a sewing machine, and all the local joints what have had white cargos (to dye) up to this point only had them up to a 32 (I'm between a 36 and a 38).

>>8338510
> get black morphsuit mask
> print/dye/sew depicted pattern onto it
> get a tan
> get a black tank top, black sweats/windbreakers, black shoes, and black fingerless gloves
> done
> more respect for not being poser bane

>>8338521
A frog kigu, yeah. If anon likes frogs.

>>8337728
Mehron Metallic powder.

>>8336997
Usually when given a choice like this I go with whichever design choice looks better on a person, but in this case the game art is more detailed in quite a few places that I assume you're doing, so I'd stick with that.

>>8337843
Makes sense to me.

>>8338083
I'm also voting for solid here, since her cosplay has like 3 parts you probably want them all to be as screen accurate as possible.

How should I got about making a two-toned cape, like Ike, Marth and Roy have?

I was thinking of using gabardine or a poplin for the cape itself, and either getting lining or using some thinner cotton as a lining, but I don't want to make the cape to heavy to the point it might strangle me or something.

I've never made a cape before, so any tips and suggestions wold really be great.

I am making the doll outfit from Bloodborne and I plan on entering the costume contest, but I'm worried that the costume alone won't be enough. I was thinking what I could add to the cosplay to make it more competition worthy?

I'll be going to the con alone, so a group is out of the question. Maybe an extra prop or something to make it stand out?

>>8339020
For cargo pants:
>Taobao
>Ebay
>Thrift stores

Where do you live anon because I live in the USA and there's more cargo pants than the colors of the rainbow in a gay pride parade.

>>8339169
I don't know, all that embroidery looks pretty intense. If you think you can handle all that and still have time for a prop, then I'd say go for it. Picking accurate materials will definitely help you too.

>>8339185
I'm in South Carolina.

I'm going to attempt to make this suit but the issue I'm having is that I'm not sure what version to do and this is my first time doing something like this. Tmmeh did the second version but I'm tempted to do this version (third.) My questions are:

>Should I make the helmet bigger than a standard head cast because I have an afro?
>How would I make the top armor? Especially the back?
>How should I make the boots? Should I make the bottom armor and connect it to some short boots?
>Should I just get this commissioned instead?

>>8339195
Try thrift stores, Banana Republic, Uniqulo, downtown stores. Also try looking online and anything in post >>8339185. If you want anon I can find you purple cargo pants.

>>8339257
If you can track down purpler and/or white cargo pants that look like the ones in the image in my first post, I would be grateful.
(38 waist, 32~34 leg)

>>8339257
>>8339285
Which, I've found some, but more options are always better. Most of these are either not quite accurate, expensive, or won't get here for like two months.

>>8339299
>>8339285
>>8339257
Of the ones I've found on my own, these are the best option so far. However, the pockets aren't accurate.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mens-PJ-MARK-cargo-pants-brown-black-olive-khaki-yellow-orange-grey-blue-41359-/301501420613?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=600425060712&hash=item4632e29445

>>8339303
also, seems most white fanny packs come with white straps as well, not black ones; and most look nothing like the one he's wearing.

Hey Channers I had a question of what would look better i`m currently working on a Male version of Jinx from League of Legends the problem I have is the wig. I ordered a normal jinx wig and made 1 big long braid however it`s way way to heavy now to wear comfortably so im left with 2 options do I cut is in half and keep the big braid but make it like Edward from Fullmetal Alchemist? or do I cut alot of the sides away and keep the really long lenght but a thin braid? What would look better would u guys think? Really stuck with this because on the one hand the thin long braid is a signature thing from jinx but the shorter bigger braid like Edward is more masculine I think

>>8339385
I would keep the braid. Whenever I have a long wig, I usually just bobby pin it really well and the braid would just drape and set on my shoulder so there wont be that much weight. Itll keep falling but its better than a thin wig

I'm making a gijinka and I'm wondering if there is some way to make tails (like 6) of a bow/ribbon stuffer and not droopy without interfacing since its a small amount. I have some wire but I dont know if thats too much or not

>>8339429
Yea mean keep it as it is? Myea thats sadly not really a option I really want the braid hanging backwards looks way to girly if I throw it over my shoulder :( plus my poor neck could handle maybe 1 hour of that certainly not a whole day at a convention

What's the best glue to glueing pieces of insulation foam board together to be cut and sanded? I have rubber cement and gorilla glue but I'm not sure if either will eat away at the foam.

I'll be cosplaying Ebony Dark'ness Dementia Raven Way from the Harry Potter fanfiction, My Immortal. I was wondering how I would be able to make it more recognizable. Pic related is what I have so far (please excuse how shitty it is, was pretty last minute and I just threw on the makeup for a test shot, also it's not completely finished yet). Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

I made my own thread for this but people told me to come here, so I copy-pasted the text.

>>8338443
Spackle. Comes in a squeeze tube, you can get it at Target or home improvement stores. After it dries it sands down very nicely by hand.

>>8339079
Solution to a heavy cape is to sew weights (like hardware washers) into the front neck bit to counterbalance the heavy back. Luckily there's a lot of folds and drapes, so you'd be able to hide them pretty well.

>>8337946
Don't know about your crown's shape, but when I made Princess Bubblegum's crown, I sandwiched a few wooden skewers between the craft foam base at the tall point. It kept the crown stiff and didn't flop over.

>>8339327
Find a white fanny pack that fits the image (though honestly it looks more like a square purse, if that helps you search - I have a purse in that same shape/size with an identical zipper) and paint the straps black where they need to be black. Use matte fabric paint.

>>8339502
Thanks for the tip, I live in a non english speaking country and I'd bought a type of filler to try today that seems to correspond to spackle! I'll try it on some scraps but it should do the trick.

>>8339480
As I said in the other thread, maybe wear some My Chemical Romance stuff, or something related to the bands she mentions in the fanfic?
Vampire teeth too.

>>8339521
>whoops my US-centrism is showing
Ah, my bad! I'm usually pretty good about not posting US-specific things but sometimes I slip up. Good luck with your prop, I'm really liking how it's turning out so far!

When working with Casa Satin, which side do you use? The shinier side or matte side?

I normally use the shinier side for my more 'royal' princess dresses, but the cosplay I'm working on might look better with the matte side.

>>8339444
>Way too girly if I put it on my shoulder.
You're joking right? Also I agree with >>8339429
but if it really bugs you then just make it short like Ed.

>>8339480
I think it would definitely help if you have a friend that would be willing to dress up as an Emo Harry/Vampire to walk around with you.

>>8339285
Same anon here. What's the time frame? I can probably find some on Aliexpress or Taobao but if you need them soon as hell I need to know so I can change searches.

>>8339193
Different anon doing this cosplay. I've spent weeks nitpicking over my materials and decided on venice lace and trim for the embroidery parts.

>>8339169
I plan on carrying around a small lantern and some homemade blood vials to hand out to other Souls/BB cosplayers.

I'm >>8337843, back again with a Lapis question.

I was thinking of using a polyester fabric like in pic related to make Lapis' circle skirt because I like the way it drapes. Thoughts?

Source: http://www.cottonandcurls.com/2013/10/diy-full-circle-skirt/

Thoughts? Also how can I make my face round? I have a heart shaped face.

>>8340045
Sorry

>>8339852
Well the next con I'm trying to squeeze under is June 19th, but the big con isn't until late August.
At this point accuracy is the thing I'm really digging for, but I can get "sufficient" parts for the time. If you do find anything that's spot on, even if it needs to be dyed, I'd still be very grateful.

What color is Asahina's hair? Like I'm interpreting it as somewhere inbetween brown and red rust?Someone suggested to me an Asuka wig but I feel like that's way too orange because this color is more brown.
>tfw I suck I choosing colors
>tfw wig general thread is dying
>tfw im reliving my preteen weeb phase

>>8340045
>>8340050
I'm guessing these are for Chihero?
Also, IMO, a heart shaped face is perfect for Ghibli characters.

>>8339385
As tacky as they are, rattails would probably be a more "masculine" look for the braids if that's possible for you.

>>8340334
Yes. I just noticed the difference in colors on the tongue of the shoe and it's already fixed.

Also, my face is just too bony. Chihiros face is much more rounder than mine.

>>8340315
The light novels describe it as light brown, but it's warmer than that in the anime. If your skin doesn't do bright colors, you can lean towards a light brown more.
Epic's Copper Red might work?
Arda's Dark Copper Red seems to be a little lighter. Salmon seems to be even brighter, bit the wig options are really limited.
MatchWigs also has this:
> http://matchwigs.com/buy-cosplay-wigs/541-findur-medium-orange-wig-cosplay.html#/color-orange

Good luck, though. Mikuru's hair is such a rough color to find.
You can always buy an Asuka wig and tint it darker, as well.

>>8340357
Bless you! I was thinking of tinting an Asuka wig more brown just so I could get more control, but that MatchWig looks promising. Yeah her hair is the weirdest, most specific color, so thank you kind anon

Does anyone have suggestions on online stores that have a good selection of apparel quality faux leather?

Anyone have any suggestions for making a Gantz Cosplay? Not sure on how to make the harness and "plugs".

where do you gulls buys your lace?

What kind of fabric should I use for her tunic?

Any suggestions for getting the back of my vest to maroon like pic? Can't find a dual colored vest with maroon anywhere.

>>8340529
I... don't understand your question.

>>8340496
Taobao.

>>8340529
>get a vest that's whatever the front color is
>get a vest that's maroon
>seam rip
>sew them back together
And if you whine with "i can't sew!!", this is seriously one of the easiest sewing projects you could do.

>>8340529
> How to Maroon the Back of your Vest
>Take Vest
> Seam rip back out
> You now have a pattern
> Put that new pattern on Maroon Fabric
> Cut out the maroon fabric, following the shape of the pattern
> Sew maroon fabric to the back of the vest
> Profit? Wtf are you asking?

>>8336961
A-anyone have any advice for this?

>>8340537
>>8340543
Ok I'm actually retarded. Thanks anons. No idea why I didn't think of that wtf.

>>8340557
It's okay. Some people aren't creative. Work towards it, anon. Baby steps.

How should I store paperclay? I bought the 1 lb package, and I'm going to be using it in small increments, so I don't want it to dry up between uses. This is also my first time working with it, so any other advice is appreciated.

>>8336961
Folklore patterns. Though his kimono is more involved than anything traditional

What would be the best way to do the star on the vest? Paint, fabric? I've already got the vest.

Maybe an Iron-on?

>>8341001
Paint by far, just get one of the multi-purpose paint bottles that can be used for fabric and make a tape outline(Guerrilla Tape) of the star on the vest.

>>8340993
No advice on working with it, but I've had a block of Model Magic stored in a snap tupperware container for at least three years. Took it out a week ago to use and it was still foamy and springy.

And by snap tupperware, I mean the one that has lid clips that snap onto the container's ridges.

>>8339942
1st Anon here,

I know! I'm getting some cotton lace as well, then dying it to match. It's been a mission trying to find something perfect. What did you end up getting? I found this on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261891939549?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

I saw someone do the embroidery by hand, but I don't have that kind of time in my life. I was thinking about making a plushie of the thing at the end of the game (good/true ending?) but didn't know if that would be too spoiler-y.

>>8341220
I say make the plushie. Anyone that hasn't finished the game yet won't get what your holding but if they ask just say it's a monster, those that have finished the game will think it's great you have the plushie.

>>8341220
I was able to find some taupe lace and fringe from JoAnne's that matched. I'll be sewing that damn cloak together soon so I'm excited to see how it looks. I keep meaning to post progress pics but lol at my chaotic/forgetful lifestyle.

Also plushy idea = maximum cute.

>>8340998
Thank you so much.

>>8339480

I'd make a big fake book you can carry in your hands with the title of the fanfic prominently on it with some gold leaf or something.

Probably use one of those book shaped boxes they sell at Michael's and cover it with paint, paper, clay, gold leaf, and shoepolish.

>>8341501
This make it super fancy but have the font be Comic Sans or something.

What could I make this armor out of? And is it possible for it to be reflective as well?

>>8341448
The taupe one with the flowers? If it's the one I'm thinking of it's beautiful, I just hate Joann's prices (even with coupon). But now I'm stuck waiting for my lace to get to me.

>>8339581

I just made a costume where I used the matte side. I needed a white with no fabric weave texture. Satin is such a fine weave that the underside has little to no discernible pattern.

>>8340528
a rougher hewn cotton.

>How to do his hair?
>What's a good green body paint for sensitive skin?

What could I make this head piece out of? And any advice to make the jaw to open and close?

>>8341650
Snazaroo or Ruby Red are awesome paints for sensitive skin. Both of them have FDA certifications for being hypoallergenic, safe for cosmetic use, etc, etc. They're also cheap and available at Michael's, Joann's, and Walmart.

However, you might look into Homestuck arm socks so you can touch people during the con. Plus, you'll need less paint if you're only painting your face.

>>8341549
To get it reflective look into Auto body Vinyl Mirror Wrap.

Should I ask for recommendations of who I should cosplay here or make a new thread?

>>8337728
White makeup all over your torso and face. A lot of them have sweated off their powder in some of the reference shots, but the most instantly recognisable thing about them is a powder-white torso.

You'll need Ben Nye white creme colour, BN white clown powder, and some kind of spray sealant for your face (at the risk of sounding like a BN advert, I use the Ben Nye final seal - but their white face makeup is the best I've encountered). For your torso, you should look into PAX body paint.

For something that has the potential to be done too simply and go unrecognised, a good War Boy cosplay needs to have good details. Distress and weather EVERYTHING, take it out into a driveway or parking lot and rub it all over the pavement (especially on knees and hems), rub dirt (or fake theatrical dirt - you can find that online) into it, smear baby powder on it. Make a prop, too, like those exploding pikes.

If you want your eyes to look extra crazy, get contacts that have white irises (not the full white-out lenses, those are for blind characters).

Anyways, solid choice. Just saw the movie and I am honestly considering buzzing my head just to do Furiosa.

>>8341723
Carve it out of insulation foam, cover with spackle or filler, seal and paint? To get the jaw to open and close (I'm assuming you want it to open and close with the movement of your mouth?), look up furry head tutorials. If you just want a hinged jaw that you can open whenever, make a hole at the hinge point of the two pieces and insert a brad or dowel. Look up "how to make helmet with hinged jaw".

>>8341526
>Comic Sans
Fucking brilliant.

>>8341758
Go to the cosplay suggestions thread. Don't make a new thread.

>>8341758
You'll want to ask that in the suggestion thread:
>>8295303

They've got some special rules, make sure you make some suggestions before asking for suggestions yourself.

>>8341728
Thanks for the advice anon. First time doing this.

>>8341768
Oh gosh, I'm sorry. I didn't see any thread when I looked through the catalog, thank you.

>>8341769
No worries. Have some links:
http://cancerously.tumblr.com/post/16625787213/homestuck-armsock-tutorial

http://www.rubyredpaint.com/

http://www.snazaroo.com/

As with all body paint, you'll want to make sure your set your paint (Snaz and Ruby will both set with setting spray like Mehron's barrier spray). Make sure you test out the paint before the day of your event (especially if you have sensitive skin).

>>8341769
And here's a tutorial for machine sewing, if you have a sewing machine.

I know this isn't really a cosplay question and more of a general clothes thing but how the hell can I make outfit co-ordinations that aren't just monochrome or maybe a color that's next to it on the color wheel? Whenever I try to add different colors together it just looks like ass. Any good books or tutorials for this?

I'm >>8336425

>>8339983
Any full circle skirt should fall that way, but I think than that polyester drapes pretty well
Chiffon falls very light and vaporous, but I will ask at my local store about prices since maybe polyester could be cheaper and still look good (making the skirt and the lighter underskirt can be very pricy)

Anyway does somebody have an idea about how to make the black triangles? I was thinking about another fabric because chiffon it's to light

>>8341881
Don't go black, go dark blue. Black will be too harsh against Lapis' colour scheme. Any nice midweight fabric should do - like cotton twill or a good polyester (to match materials if you use poly for the skirt).

The rest of this outfit will be easy as heck, but I'm not sure at all how to make the legs/shoes of this. Any ideas?

The rest of this outfit will be easy as heck, but I'm not sure at all how to make the legs/shoes of this. Any ideas for this?

>>8342071
Kind of like chaps kinda. Look into bootcover tutorials using stretchy materials. Use a stretchy material that looks like leather. Stiff pleather will be a bad time. Use another stretchy cheaper material and test the pattern. Find a 4 way stretch

>>8341776
>>8341792
Anon if I could I would pay and kiss you.

>>8340356
Help to make mu face look rounder?

>>8342242
Contouring, but it'd only work from certain angles

Guys, I need your help.
I'm going to make normal wolf tail, but I want it to hang out like in pic. I want to make it "curvy" and flexible so it's not just going to dangle and smash against my legs when I walk.

And how to do that? I tried to look Ahri tail tutorials but I didn't get any informative results.

I need some belt to attach it? And maybe wire? What kind of wire could keep the tail up?
Some stuffings?

I just need to know what kind of pleat this is on the bottom of the black top, please and thanks

>>8342446

Most of the people that I know that made an Ahri cosplay used a corset contraption to keep the tails on. The tails themselves are usually attached to some PVC pipe that has a part on the corset back to attach to.

I think they use some clear straps to keep the corset from slipping too.

>>8342509
Ah yeah. Is PVC Pipe flexible, can I fold it? I don't even know where I can buy that in my country.

So I want to cosplay Maiden in Black but how in the heck would I do the wax over the eyes and still be able to see?

>>8342611
I love you for this.

Anyway, I could be wrong but I think I've seen pictures of a cosplayer who did this. Basically she took some nude or ivory nylon pantyhose and cut patches out, then applied them over her eyes with spirit gum and liquid latex to blend in the edges.

>>8342641
Oh wow I didn't even think about pantyhose I thought they'd be too sheer. Thanks! Hopefully I can find that cosplayer!

>>8342142
These bootcovers look promising. Would you by any chance know of a good material to use?

>>8342454
Looks like knife pleats? Except they join at the middle.

Where do I get a good selection of fairy kei/pastel clothes?

How would I go about doing lip Scarring like Nux's from Mad Max:Fury Road? Also, what would I use for the clay like white substance the war boys slather themselves in?

>>8342837
Wax putty on your lips, carve out the negative space, makeup over it.
Chrome up, brother.

>>8342837
For your lips: http://www.amazon.com/Collodion-Scarring-Liquid-Make-up-package/dp/B002DCIKSC

This stuff will kind of pinch your skin together to create old scars. Try it out on somewhere else first just to make sure it doesn't irritate your skin.

>>8341761
Please Furiosa, it would be epic.
Also i love BN, they have good product.

>>8336320
How would I do the Cinderella Girls Op shoes? Any ideas, especially for the middle pink gem?

Gonna do a lazy stevonnie for fun.

the shirt, how should I make the shirt?

iron on? stencil?
where to cop good stencil for this

>>8342901
They look like ankle boots with a fluffy green sock turned over it. You could probably cast the heart out of resin if you really wanted to, but I think you can probably find a heart shaped button or something.

>>8342916
Red t-shirt, paint (use a stencil for best star shape) or iron on yellow star.
White tank top.
Cut both shirts to desired length.
Tack tank onto t-shirt.
Admire your lazy cosplay.

>>8342916
just buy two crop tops?

teal/white top :

>http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=F21&Category=top_crop-tops&ProductID=2000116567&VariantID=

>http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=F21&Category=top_crop-tops&ProductID=2000133323&VariantID=

>http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=F21&Category=top_crop-tops&ProductID=2000082194&VariantID=

>http://www.boohoo.com/day-tops/alice-crop-swing-vest/invt/azz41573
red with sleeves:

>http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=F21&Category=top_crop-tops&ProductID=2049258974&VariantID=
(this one has long sleeves but you can cut it and hem it, and then paint a star on it)

>>8342454
Knife pleats, but you'll probably need to pleat a little circle skirt shape for the to floof out nicely like that.

Okay, so... Ah, here's the thing.
I want a little bit of help with something. This is months and months away, maybe even a year away if I can't afford it soon, but I wanted to put together something for Halloween.
It's going to sound cliche, but I want to be a creepy doll. And I was going to sort of go all-out (not like, super expensive, but expensive enough to look good.) So, I'm going to try to go for a gothic lolita coord with a monster/gore-doll twist.
The help that I need is going to be in the picture related:
>Have skirt, know it looks good on me, but need a petticoat (in purple).
>Going to go with deep purple and black as the color scheme.
>Have shoes picked out but not bought, yet.
>The shirt is what worries me.
I'm buying the shirt from Amazon. I want the shirt in picture related. Like I said, I'm not going all out, because it's for a costume, not fashion. However, I HATE the cuffs for the sleeves. Does anyone know how to cut the cuffs off to make them shorter? I want to make a new button-up cuff at about a 3/4 sleeve length. I would be adding an elastic band under the fabric so it can stretch, and over it I would like to add a deep purple ribbon with higher quality black lace attached at the end. I'll have to draw a pic for what I mean at some point.

I'm not the best at sewing; I can hem, I can fix holes, and I can hand-sew in fairly straight stitches. I do own a sewing machine, but I haven't used one in a long time. How hard will this be to fix if I follow tutorials for hemmed and cuffed sleeves?

Also... The shirt is sold by M4U, and I'm worried it is Milanoo hiding itself under another name. Then again... This is for a costume, so that's not the biggest worry if I can make it look acceptable in the sleeve department.
Should I just go to a professional seamstress?

How would I go about drawing thin vertical lines on a shirt?

>>8343199
Might as well just get a better blouse.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z0d.6639537.1997196601.527.fQyf8k&id=40787325328

I have this blouse and I can say that the sleeves don't get in the way of stuff and it's nice. The front bow is removable too.

>>8342935
Ok, thank you!!

>>8343419
How tall are you, anon? I was eyeing this blouse a while back but I've heard rumors that it's pretty short.

>>8343199
>need a petticoat (in purple).
Wait, why is the color of the petticoat relevant? It shouldn't be showing, after all. Unless you mean an underskirt?

>>8339460
Anyone? Would even Elmers work alright?

Anybody have a suggestion for a good amethyst wig? Should I go with white or a very light purple?

erh, is a tote bag okay for lolita? I really want something bigger than a purse so I can store my purchases from the dealer's room in it as I walk around the convention. would this just look retarded or what?

>>8344325
That would be fine at a con.

>>8343908
No experience with that, but this is what Google brought up
>http://theminiaturespage.com/boards/msg.mv?id=58895

>>8344071
Arda's Luthien in Periwinkle, with some heat straightening and the bang part flipped to the other side.

>>8342778
Bumping since I really want to get into the style. I have ordered a bunch of pastel colored clothes from taobao and I want to get more to have a full wardrobe. My wish is to be a patel fairy everyday of my life since it makes me happy.

>pic related
red bubble tank I wear with a pastel pink skirt and colorful high tops and junk to feel like a piece of candy

Does Micheal's sell body paint?

hair colour question.
thinking of cosplaying Geralt but dying my hair white would pretty much kill it won't it?

>>8344552
They sell tulip brand. They're around 20$
>>8344553
Yes. Buy a wig to save your hair and the repair cost.

Tailoring/Sewing question.

I have a pair of pj pants that I like but the elastic in the pants are super tight. I've tried stretching it but it's a thick band.
Is there anything I can do to fix it?
Should I try taking out the seams and removing the elastic?

I have a morphsuit that I fabric glued armor to for a previous cosplay that I was to bring back to a clean slate for a new cosplay I have.

How do I go about removing the glue without damaging the fibers? It's Lycra/Spandex or whatever.

Anyone got tips on how to get the facemask? Thinking about taking a old black t-shirt for it. Might also get tracksuit pants for the ultimate cheeki breeki. Idea on the shoes? Probably a pair of boots I used when working with cars. I got a leather jacket 90% identical though, but having a bandit logo patch on the shoulders would be nice too. So anyone got any ideas?
Pic related. Your common gopnik bandit from STALKER

>>8344696
Why don't you use an actual facemask? I bought one time ago on amazon, it's decent

>>8344707
Might actually do that. But seeing that bandits have low-tier shit, I thought I'd make my own

So I'm currently making this entire thing out of cardboard.
What can I do to fill in the edges and smooth out the cardboard in general to prepare for painting?
I don't want to add too much weight to this because it's so big.

Any suggestions on how to make Fi's arm wings? I have the dress all set up but the wings are stumping me

Pic for reference

>>8343810
Oh, just because I want it to be a fully black and purple coord. I don't know, just some sort of weird OCD thing going on. I'm not really a fashionista, but I love matching things in a certain way.
The top and skirt are black, so I thought it'd be neat to have a purple headband or whatever (maybe purple ribbons in my hair), then the black shirt and skirt with a purple petticoat, then leggings that look like bjd legs (costume, so I think that should be okay. I'd get regular leggings for a regular coord.)
And the shoes I've picked out are black with purple lace and a purple ribbon on them. I'll probably get the shoes first so I can match everything with the purple on them, anyhow...
Sorry, I just went on a rant there!
>TL;DR: I just like to match things a certain way.
>>8343419
Oh thank you! That top looks very nice.
Um, I can't read anything, though. And do they take paypal? I've heard that lots of taobao shops don't. Aah, I'll have to read up on how to use taobao again, I avoid it because I like to use paypal a lot.
Thank you all the same, though! I'm bookmarking it and I'm hoping I can figure it out enough to get that blouse; it is far more lovely, and from a far more trustworthy source.

>>8344552
Yea, they typically sell Snazaroo. I've also seen some with Ruby Red paint. Make sure you find a way to seal your paint!

Can you hot glue nylon for a lasting bond? Or should I use E6000?

>>8344745
Epoxy or glue would work. Let it dry and then sand it down. Use a box cutter (the scalpel) to flatten the edges before you put on glue, though.

Just kidding, don't trust me. I've never done any of this before.

>>8344630
You should replace the elastic with a longer piece. Stretching the original isn't a good idea because if it does eventually stretch out to what's comfortable for you, it means that the rubber itself has broken down to some degree and will degrade quickly and break soon.

>>8340993
Do what >>8341042 suggested for extra safety. I just saran wrap mine while it's in its original packaging though I'm not sure how long it'll last.

As for working with it, I've found that a fresh piece doesn't stick very well to a dry one but a bit of water would probably help. I also found that it sticks better to a gesso'd surface. Be aware that it does indeed crack while drying sometimes. I don't usually have this problem with small pieces though.

>>8344745
Should've used sintra. Cardboard is too fragile and can easily dent.

might be too late now, though. I recommend taking some wood glue and water mixture and giving it a whole coat, then sanding that down and filling gaps in with bondo or clay or something.

But yeah. Cardboard was probably not the wisest choice here.

Is there any not-shitty looking way of doing Cable's eye? I'm getting some yellow contacts but it needs something else.

I see these shoes a lot everywhere and I was wondering if any has bought them from taobao? Can I get a review? How sturdy are they? Are the things on the tongues attachable and reattach able?

I'm fucking stumped. I have a gas mask I'm planning on wearing. The mask itself, or the customization isn't the issue. The fact that the mask isn't completely airproof is. The lenses get foggy in a matter of seconds.

I've been trying to make the straps tighter, but it's not really helping. And no, I'm not putting the filter on. Both for accuracy and my own safety. The thing is 70 or so years old. It may not be that healthy any more.

tl;dr: How to make gasmask lenses not foggy?

>>8344648
Just dunk it in hot water (not boiling) and hope for the best

>>8346007
I've never dealt with gas masks, before, but I scuba dive and snorkel and condensation is a big problem in there too. I know that you can find lots of "anti-fog" drops, but the best thing I've found is spit. Kind of gross, and I'm not sure how it will translate to a mask on land, but look and see what divers do.

>>8346007
Maybe you should try using liquid soap/ shampoo?

>>8346061
>>8346066
I will test these out. I used to be semi-competitive swimmer years ago, so I've heard of the spit before.

And if all else fails, I may have to replace the straps and hope for the best.

What would be the best way to make the little arm naval guns? My friend who's gonna help me knows some basic construction stuff, but we're pretty lost on how to get the shape. Sorry if this seems noobish, this is our first time trying to make cosplay props.

>>8346100
And here's a closer look at it.

>>8346100
Styrene.

Still, fuck shipshit. Bandwagoner.

>>8346107
buttmad 2hufan pls leave

I was planning on using Arda's Claudia in Apple Red and teasing it out, is that a good plan? I'm not so hot at wig styling and I really don't want to add wefts in. I've also heard of ppl stacking wigs, does this actually work/look good?

Also suggestions on beltbuckle material? Craftfoam is always easy but if there's something nicer I'm open.

>>8344916
I'd go with the E6000, shit's the best, though why are you gluing nylon?

>>8346240
>planning on doing a character with full hair
>don't want to take the necessary steps to make the hair accurate

I don't know what to tell you. That hairstyle will require a lot more hair than the wig that you'll be working with, so I'd suggest biting the bullet and learning how to weft.

>>8346328
Any comments on the possibility of combining two wigs though? Because adding wefts to a curly wig sounds like a bad idea?

>>8346390
Extra work is involved, but it's hardly impossible. You might want to check this link out.
http://www.arkathwyn.com/bjd---wig-wefts.html

>>8346390
I was looking at a few different tutorials for this idea:
>http://www.warpaintandunicorns.com/2012/09/simple-wig-tricks-stacking-with-merida.html?m=1
>http://rufflebuttcosplay.deviantart.com/art/How-to-thicken-a-wig-by-combining-two-wigs-339883359
>http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=2i6i7sy&s=8#.VV_fkYY8LCQ

These all seem like much more in my skill range than wefting as much as would be needed for that kind of volume. Any of these sound good?

>>8346409
Thanks for the link! I'll keep that in mind if I can't do the wig combining.

>>8342849
What brand of make up would you suggest for the clay like substance they cover themselves in? Makeup in cosplay is new for me

If I'm trying to put ovals on a garment for Umbreon, what's the best way to go about it? Heat 'n bond? Painting? Sewing? I got fabric to make and sew on the ovals, but I don't see an easy way to cut out and hide the raw edges of the fabric. All my googling leads me to quilting or circle skirts.

>>8346546
Heat n bond and then satin stitch the edges after it's attached. Will look something like this.

>>8346546
also fyi for future googling those would called appliqués

So I'm finally going to my first con and want to try cosplaying
how do you guys pick what to cosplay? how do i figure out who i sorta look like to cosplay?

>>8344648
Still need an answer on this. The con is coming up next week.

How you I go about making the design on the brown leather top (underbust)?

I'm planning on making it out of upholstery vinyl, not real leather. I was thinking about maybe just top-stitching the design? or painting it?

>>8347357
Google "embossing vinyl". Definitely don't top stitch, I don't think it would look very good for that.

OK gulls I need some advice. Gonna make this costume, just got a few decisions on how I make it to make. Making it based on this art rather than the game version, as the black/red in the game is so harsh it could be from an MCR video. Wanting to do a version with more pretty details and texture so it doesn't look cheap.
>Do I go for the medium length hair or the Long Bangs version?
>I'm doing the black on the top in velvet, do I do the red in velvet or brocade.
>Do I add a lace trim to the skirt?
Mainly,
>Do I make the top as a regular top, wearing a bra and corset under it, or do I build it as a cupped corset, with a floating red fashion layer? It'd have more structure, but I'm not sure if it'd be worth the effort.

>>8347394
Forgot Pic

>>8346102
>>8346100
This might sound odd, but maybe use parts of toys or models? If not just use styrene.

>>8347394
Not really sure if velvet is the right choice, I'd go for something more satiny. Also yes to a corset with cups, it'll look better on you and be more flattering!

>>8347412
My worry is that anything with a satin sheen to it is going to look cheap. Looking at other cosplayers of this character, they all look cheap and tacky as fuck because they used satin and it's shiny as fuck.
Maybe a cotton sateen could work for the red.

>>8343402
bump

>>8343402
If you mean like pinstripes, then drawing lines on ALWAYS looks shit. Always. Buy a pinstripe shirt.

>>8347474
Yeah sateen sounds like a good choice!

How would I go about finding a good blue suit for pic related that's affordable?

>>8347750
Where do you live?

>>8347765
Florida

Does anyone know where I could find a good stocking wig? I know Epic cosplay has them but they're never in stock.

>>8347750
Local thrift/secondhand stores or eBay?

>>8341501
not enough pink. ebony's wardrobe was full of black, red and hot pink, i'd stick to these colors

>>8347750
What for you is affordable? Given my go to for suits is Savile Row, it'd be nice to know your budget.

>>8347091
>pick show you like
>narrow down to simple, easy to make/order characters
>???
>profit

>>8348037
yo, I'm actually selling my old one and it's really nice (same fibers as arda, hiperlon, just washed and treated it today) if you're interested just drop me an email!

>>8344648
Use an iron on low heat on the opposite side of the fabric with glue and peel it off, it might take some time and be careful

Does anyone have any recommendations for a seller who I could buy a warm, dark brown wavy wig from? I'd get any old one but I want to buy from a place that also has ponytail clips available in the same color as the wigs available since I need a single tail, like the one the girl on the far left is wearing in pic related.

>>8348101
70-100 bucks, I suppose.

What would be the best way to make the shirt tail and the greenish yellow cape thing look like a single layer without raw edges?
I was planning on sewing them inside out and flipping them, but I feel like it could make them unnecessarily bulky.

Also, what would be the best fabric choice for the greenish yellow cape? I was thinking of a cotton sateen, but I'm scared its going to just hang limp.

Everything looks really nice, but I have no idea how to seal it. I'm gonna use mod podge, but I heard to get a good sealant you use 1 parts water 1 parts mod podge. There is also something about sanding it and I have no clue how to do that. Any help?

How could I get nice edges like that? Apparently the tiara is made of brass.

When sealing, do you just use plastidip, or layers of modge lodge then plastidip? Also what is used as a primer since people have told me I need to prime after sealing. This is on eva foam.

>>8349154
double layer (like you said) but then be sure to iron and starch them after you've flipped them. Without ironing they could like like an unfilled pillowcase. The starch should also help with the shape.

For a Sailor Saturn cosplay, what kind of wig should I get? I was thinking of poofing the bangs and cutting some hair off:
>http://www.amphigory.com/wigs_b_dada.html
or
>http://www.amphigory.com/wigs_d_janice.html
I initially looked for bob cut hair cuts but they tend to look too flat or too short.

Also how the hell would I go about making her boots? I was thinking modified boot covers, but then I'm unsure of what kind of material to use and I'm hesitant that I could properly do the lacing. Should I just buy these boots and paint them purple with Angelic leather paint?
>http://www.cicihot.com/shoes-boots-dndf-diane-17-blk.html?color=black&gclid=CjwKEAjwm-aqBRD39YPqhbzthzYSJACFj-AtgiwQi94wCNAZm885RHiWFKu7RvcIncSPRR15TRoa6BoCs5jw_wcB

>>8348989
I think Arda has the solution for this. By warm and dark brown, it looks like their mahogany shade is the right color. I think you would get the Vivian (or Nina?) and a Long Curly Clip.

any idea on how to do the the details of the clipboard? The main body is going to be foamcore so it's light-weight, so... maybe sealed craft foam?

Hi /cgl/! I'm quite new to cosplaying so I'm going to be playing it safe and going as Tetsuya Kuroko for HYPER JAPAN and possibly Manchester comic con.

Really don't want to buy a wig so what would be the specific colour to use for his hair and where would I be able to purchase it from? Also would I have to dye my eyebrows as well?

>>8350025
Buy a wig, it'll look much better and you dont have to but you could color them in blue

>>8350025
Use a wig. Look up how to color eyebrows for cosplay on youtube.

Use a wig.
You don't have anime hair.
Use a goddamned wig.
You don't have anime hair.
Use a fucking wig.

>>8344648
>>8347092
http://www.enkivillage.com/how-to-remove-super-glue-from-clothes.html
Nail polish remover still works for fabric glue (I've had spillage accidents). Just be patient. If this doesn't work, try what the other anon said and use boiling water to hopefully melt the glue.

>>8350029
>>8350030
Ah alright then, cheers lads. I'l try to find a decent wig and colour in my eyebrows

>>8350025
Unless you want to look like this guy who colors his hair for every cosplay, get a wig.

>>8350013
Thank you!!

>>8350025
Use a wig. Do not dye your eyebrows. Here is an eyebrow-coloring tutorial using makeup.

>>8350091
Thank you for your help, might need to print it off and show it to someone if I completely fail at it

>>8350014
Honestly, Worbla seems like the best option to get the shape.

Korra WIP

So the fabric I got for the stripes frays really easy and is looking shitty.

My idea is to use like that...iron activated glue(?) stuff to put another stripe down over those and use the ones I have as a guide line.

Good idea bad idea?

Hi guys! Sorry to be a bother-- I would like to make Elizabeth's dress in the future for a convention, but I'm really stuck on the dress material? It looks like it's velvet, but I'm worried making it out of that would look really tacky. What do you guys think? Am I good to use velvet, or are there other materials I should go with instead? I'm still sort of new to actually making my own costumes rather than buying them, lol.

Also! Do any of you have some suggestions of places to buy corsets?

pic related; it's the character in question.

I would like to practice sewing by making a skirt. If I have a patterned material with a boarder print should I just make a rectangle skirt with a lot of fabric? I would like it to be full like a circle skirt.

>>8350682
Velvet or similar fabrics that look nice. Just don't do cheap crushed panne because it looks very tacky and cheap.

>>8350682
Velvet looks good. Just get a good one. It makes the dress look more high-class and noble. Also for the love of god get a good corset.

>>8350682
Velvet would be perfectly okay as long as you don't cheap out. It'll be fairly hot to wear, so I'd just keep that in mind! As for corsets, I'm not sure. Sorry. You're definitely gonna need to find a good overbust one, but I think that all depends on your bust size? I'm not sure-- I really have no experience with corsets.

I'm looking to make some clothes look/smell/feel smoke damaged. I'm not beyond genuinely half-burning them, but I feel like that should be a last resort... Should I try holding them over a smoking bonfire or something?

Hoping to look along the lines of pic related.

>>8351393

If it's just the look, you can discolour the clothing by dying them unevenly. Tea works with most natural fibres and is pretty easy to do. Only thing is looking up real burnt fabric and trying to figure out a way to copy the uneven-ness, like having the darker brown bits being closer to the burnt edges and the rest of the fabric being a little lighter. You could use a black or brown fabric pen to simulate the charred areas.

For real burns, you can use a lit cigerette or a lit incense stick to slowly burn the edges. You can leave little scorch marks as well if you don't burn all the way through the fabric. Add this with the dying above, and you should be able to pull off a convincing burnt dress look.

I have nothing on the smell though. You may need to smoke the dress like a salmon filet for that...

>>8351414
Awesome! thanks a bunch.

Is there some way I can stiffen EVA foam or put something on it that would make it hard? Like a coating?

I was thinking of wood lacquer but IDK if that'll damage it or not

>>8338443
When I made Lulu's staff, I had some uneven edges on the sides of the wings due to having 4+ layers of eva, I glued some craft foam to the edges and then dremeled the sides flush to the rest of the staff. Not sure if it will work for you or not though, but it might!

>>8350031
wont that damage the lycra?

>>8349826
Do you mean starch just the shirt tail? or both the shirt tail and cape thing? I'm not very familiar with starching anything in general, and I'm not sure what it would do something that isn't a dress shirt.

Anyone know where I can find the boots in pic related?

Non fur preferred so I can put the wool on and shit, just to give me that bit more experience in costume making, plus to make it look like the actual thing.

>>8339020
>buy white all cotton cargo pants
>buy purple rit dye
>dye pants

>>8353041
the sort of look like workboots. you know the really generic kind.

>dark cloud
mah nigga.

What's the best material to make Ashe's bow from? I made it from foam before, but it was so flimsy. Is it worth trying it again and putting wood in the centre to reinforce it? I was thinking of having a piece of wood roughly in the centre and then putting polystyrene sheets either side and just carving them. I kinda need it done for this weekend, so i'm wondering if there's a better, less pain-in-the-ass method of doing it.

Been looking for shoes for my Chaika cosplay, and I just found these: http://fashionkawaii.storenvy.com/collections/741162-boot-shoes/products/12948556-japanese-sweet-platform-shoes
Do you think I could modify these to look more like pic related? Anyone know if this seller is any good?

>>8353305
Sweet, thanks. I was just looking for 'boots' and got lost, fucking love dark cloud, I want to bring myself to play the second one, but I don't want it to be ruined for me.

>>8351570
Several layers of 1:1 woodglue and water

what do you think of this skirt? Does it look ita, or is it cute? honestly I'm on the fence, but I really want to get it in brown...

>>8353359
Glass

>>8353359
I'd recommend casting it from resin if you have the expertise, but i'm guessing if you need it this weekend, it'd would be a bit of a push.

>>8353359
>long stick or cheap generic bow
>moulding clay
>resin
>paint

>>8351586
I used filler in the end, not as smooth as I'd like but I lost patience ahaha! I really like how you interpreted the shape especially on the head-like part, I ended up sanding down some parts too much so it looks a little thin but it'll do. The foam idea for the edges is also really good!

>>8353484
That lace is a monstrosity, and the construction looks like shit. Don't do it.

>>8345014
There is three seams so it might be a bit of a bother but I do enjoy the pants so I shall do that.

But thank you anon!

>>8346629
Bless you. I was thinking that, too, but my bf (who's wearing it) was hesitant.

>>8340447
Any suggestions at all?

Okay, so this will seem like a really dumb question. Sorry in advance. BUT. Can you BUY a pocket?

I own two fitted jackets that could use an inner pocket or two just for my wallet and keys. I was thinking about learning to just sew them in, even though they're kind of fancier jackets and my skills are non-existent when it occurred to me. Is the technology there? CAN you just buy a pre-made pocket that just kind of velcros or irons on to the intended fabric?

If so, how in the hell would I even look for that?

Figured this was more appropriate for this thread than the makeup thread, but does anyone have a good tutorial for younger/more childish makeup and contouring, or just making your eyes look bigger without lashes? I'm filling in a spare character for a group, but the character is a kid and I obviously am not.

>>8354469
Google "iron-on pocket" or "sew-in side pocket". I know JoAnn sells a bunch on their notions wall if you live near one.

>>8354667
the most you can do is add liner to the outline of your eye, maybe use circle lenses, and don't try and of that white eyeliner bullcrap I've nver seen that work.

>>8354825
Along the bottom too? I usually only go to the midpoint on the bottom, but then again I'm a makeup noob.

does anyone have the phrase/words for what the cheap foam interfacing in store bought costumes is called? I need to get some to softly stiffen a hat.

>>8353515
>>8353359
Too big for resin, use plexiglass

>>8338443
>>8351586
>>8353597
Good god guys learn to paint.

>>8355458
It's ones of those things that seems like overkill when putting it on, but when you see yourself in photos, further away it looks good. Smooth out your face with foundation and a little bit of blush. Contouring may not be necessary depending on your face shape. And I hate fake lashes but they really do make a difference.

I've been thinking about making a Monado soon, but I lack in experience in making props. What would be a good material to build this out of? And what's the best way to give it that glossy coat?

Would the shape, given that it has a wide middle and a fairly short hilt cause issues with weight/balance, potentially splitting the prop?

>>8355672
Also, here's roughly how big it is compared to the character.

Who's a good character to cosplay if you have shoulder blade length blonde hair?

>>8355668
Ah yeah my only hesitation is that the character is supposed to be a boy, so anything more than mascara seems like overkill to me.

>>8355699

It'd help if we knew anything about you other than your hair colour and general length.

Even basic info like gender.

>>8355717
I'm 187.96 cm and I have a dick.

>>8355702
just use bb cream. i've even got my bf using bb cream for his cosplays now.

>>8353041

>dark cloud cosplay
fuck yes anon!!!!!
Check out local shoe stores (Payless is one around me)? Walmart might have them. Like you said you wanted to, you'll most likely have to add the sock-thing on.

>>8355750
Please do Lucius Malfoy.

Help finding good bodysuit for Midna's true form?

I cosplayed Imp Midna about a year back, but I used a White Zentai with the black parts painted on. Would re-use it but it looks like shit and Midna is more of a grey/blue than white.
I'm thinking of a light grey Unitard or zentai but I can't find one. I don't care if I have to make one. I've been looking through Spandex fabrics and I found some that might work:
>http://spandexworld.com/c3/catalog/product/10921
>http://spandexworld.com/c3/catalog/product/6409
Grey Zentai:
>http://www.lycra-zentai.com/Light+Gray+Fullbody+Spandex+Zentai+Suit-p-617.html

Wish they were more blueish though.
Any suggestions?

I really want to make a Repo Man outfit but I'm not sure where to start. I don't think they sell surgeon coats made out of that material so how would I go about sewing my own? And what should I do for the helmet?

(This is the best picture I could find. There aren't a lot of full body shots in the movie)

>>8353361
Don't know if that seller is any good but here

I'm going to do a snow halation Hanayo and was thinking i could use a beauticians jacket/female chef jacket pattern for a base for the top but I can't actually find one but idk if I'm just searching the wrong places or terms
also box pleats or just gathered skirts for the skirt?

>>8356057
if you're new to sewing you're going to struggle like hell to make this
also it'll be made of latex, which is glued not sewn and is a tricky thing to learn to use I'd recommend commissioning it

>>8356443
A chef jacket would be loose-fitting whereas Hanayo's outfit is form-fitting, so the effort + time needed to mod the pattern a ton (if you can even find one) makes it not worth it. You're better off looking for a pattern that gives you a close-fitting jacket or top and go on from there by adding a symmetrical front panel.
Box pleats for the skirt. Don't follow the example of that particular cosplay you've posted; her skirt trim is poorly done and the skirt needs a lot more ironing.

>>8357248
I was looking more at female beauticians tunics as they're designed to be close fitted
how ever do you think if I drafted a bodice pattern, then extended the side of one of them out so it extends over one piece rather than joining in the middle, then added hidden snap closures in my lining that could work? I'm fairly okay on basic pattern drafting, but never really modded an existing pattern

I want to get started on my Bard cosplay for next Kawaii-kon, but I have no idea where to start.

Does anybody have the professional facepaint tutorial originally posted by that friendly clown? I used to have it saved, but my HD pooped itself and I lost it.

>>8355672
The weight depends on what you want to make it out of and what you want to do with it. There was another anon making a Monado here but here's a tutorial if they don't reply

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIBNQO5JCRA

My own question is how do I make the boots soles for Schezo Wegey? I know how to make the greaves and I have an idea to make the cape from this kind anon >>8339079 and >>8339502 here.

What would be the best way to make boots chunky and round? Would I be able to build up a base using upholstery foam?

>>8355672
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Also, this is a rather ambitious project. I'd suggest getting access to a bandsaw first.

>>8356200
I've seen tutorials like this before and they're always for shoes with pointed heels. This is probably a stupid question, but would this method work for shoes with a flat sole? I don't see why it wouldn't, but I thought I'd check anyway

I really want to cosplay Cherry in this look sinc most people do her look from "Ode to the Bouncer" and I wanna stand out.
How should I go about recreating this effect? I was thinking christmaslights or something.

Not sure how to go about the lines on the jacket and pants. I don't know what would look the best.

Should I just draw them on or sew in some stitches? What kind of stitch would look the best?

I could also use some advice on which fabric would be ideal. I'm just figuring out the pattern with muslin atm and am not sure which fabric would look best.

>>8358229
pretty sure it's like that because his coat is made up of panels so they're actually seam lines
I recently did a narancia and noticed he had a line along the top of the chest so I just made it by slicing an extra piece into my pattern

has anyone got any beginner guides on making bodices? I'm a bit confused by the initial whole making a bodice and skirt sloper and can't find any basic instructions for making them based on measurements as all I can find that I understand is how to combine a skirt and bodice sloper

>>8358051

Look into EL tape. Combining a few colors into the dress should give the desired effect.

>>8357995
It should work with shoes with a flat sole too. If that tutorial is no good though I can find another one for you.

idk if people are still checking this thread, but, anyway.

I'm trying to figure out how to do the diamond on the back of homura's collar? I want to sew it in a way where the bias tape would be joined at a mitered corner in such a way where any seams would be hidden. i know how to sew bias tape on edges but don't have much experience using it as decoration or applique.

Hey gulls. Did I misinterpret this listing? My understanding is that the fabric I'd receive would be a double knit with terry on one side and minky pile on the other side. The description is "This double-sided fleece has an ultra soft plush terry on one side and minky on the other. It's perfect for robes lounge wear throws and baby blankets! Fabric pile measures 5mm.". Instead what I received looked like regular fleece. Am I a total donkus or did I get a different thing? Left is what I got, right is what the stock image looks like.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001EQL1MA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

>>8358402
Shit, is this what people use? Not the dress anon, but this is helpful thanks!

I am new to sewing and the pattern I have is sized for knit fabrics. If I want to use twill instead how does the sizing change?

>>8358051
>>8358402
Don't forget the easy/cheap way out:

>>8353394
After painting or before?

>>8359731
Knits have a stretch to them whereas woven fabrics, like twill, don't. This probably means that your pattern will need to be bigger for your fabric or you'll have to alter certain parts to make it fit. I don't know what you're making but if it has to fit over your shoulders or hips or some other part wider than the openings, you'll have to account for that. I would buy some cheap woven fabric to make a mock up first.