/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

[Anonymous No.6534647]

Help thread, I choose you!

[Anonymous No.6534787]

Finn/ Fionna's bag from Adventure Time. Help.

[Anonymous No.6534835]

>>6534787

There are various ones out there for sale, but if you prefer to make your own, I recently came across this rather simple tutorial.

[Anonymous No.6534840]

Cowboy hats. I have no idea how to make them. I appreciate every help

[Anonymous No.6534843]

>>6534787
http://silkencat.deviantart.com/art/Finn-s-backpack-Adventure-Time-cosplay-329118284
(Try to google ou search in Deviant Art "Adventure time Bag tutorial)

>>6534840
What about buy one and paint or put the details and stuff you want?

[Anonymous No.6534846]

Hey guys, I'm doing a Homura cosplay later in the year, and I'm wondering what the general rule about her shoes are? I was thinking on making a hole for the heel in a pair of tights and putting them into them, but I can see that going horribly wrong? Any seagulls have any experience with the costume?

[Anonymous No.6534847]

Peko Pekoyama's hair. A good wig rec would be a godsend.

[Anonymous No.6534850]

This is my first time doing this thing my myself, so please, be kind to me. Tell me what do you think, /cgl/.

[Anonymous No.6534858]

I'm planning to cosplay Melia from Xenoblade Chronicles but her hair is killing me. Any advice on how to style a wig like that?

[Anonymous No.6534883]

>>6534840
Making hats is one of the harder things to do on your own. I would have to agree with >>6534843 and just look for one that is as similar as you can find, and then go about modifying it as needed.

>>6534846
If you are just buying tights and cutting a hole in them, then yes, it will go badly. They will rip and run and they will not last the day.
I would recommend making your own tights, and design them so that there is a hole made for the heel.

>>6534850
To be honest, it doesn't look very good. It is clear that you just painted a box silver and stuck a broom handle in it.
My advice would be to start over. try making the head of the hammer out of something you can shape a little more, like insulation foam. It can be glued, cut, beveled, sanded and formed to get the exact shape you need. After that, you have a few options to make it sturdier and less looking like foam. Polystyrene sheeting is cheap, but I would go with wonderflex or maybe even worbla, or if you want it really sturdy you go go with a fiberglass resin. You can look up how to use those are your own, but the next part would mostly likely be a primer, sanding, more priming, and then silver metallic paint.
As for the handle, don't just leave it as is. I would go with something wider, personally, and maybe wrap it in pleather/vinyl to make it look less plain, and give yourself something to grip.

Also, don't forget that little ornament that appears to be dangling from the end of it.

[Anonymous No.6534889]

>>6534858
For those massive curls, I would get some floral foam rings that are just smaller than you'll want the curls to end up as and curl the hair around them.
It's kind of a cheat, but it will be light weight, controlled, and is not dissimilar to how many Sailor Moon cosplayers make their odangos.

[Anonymous No.6534897]

>>6534850
Remember the hammer has a smiley face drawn into it =D

[Anonymous No.6534952]

>>6534883
Thanks anon. I've heard the rumour that nail polish prevents runs and I was going to use high denier tights, but I'd hate to risk it. Only problem though is that I have literally zero sewing experience. Sorry to be such a newfag, any one have any patterns or material tips?

[Anonymous No.6534963]

Sorry to be such a pain, but I am still in need of some help here.
I asked in the previous thread, but it started dying before I could get much advice.

To make it easier on myself, I'm just gonna paste my old post again:
I would like to make giant fists like what Bunker (pic related) has, and I can see was it could be done easily enough, but none of those would get the ideal effect I hope to achieve. See I would love to be able to have them be glowing all throughout. Not sure how to get that though. I know how I can have parts glow by running el wire through it, but that is only a little line of glow, and not the whole thing emitting light.
Now if it were possible to do that, and have them be semi-transparent, well that would be the best, but I imagine that is a little beyond what can actually be done in real life.

tl;dr how to big glowing hands?

[That Guy No.6534969]

Okay. I've never made anything like this before, I'm completely stumped on where to even begin.
I need to make this gas mask, and I have no clue what I'm doing.

[Anonymous No.6534978]

>>6534889
Thanks for the quick reply, this sounds like a good idea!

[Anonymous No.6535015]

>>6534963
Buy some hulk-hands and carve the rock type shape into them with a dremel or not knife.
Mold them in a silicone mold
Slush cast with a tinted transparent resin. Smoothcast makes a ton of these.
Using a clear rod, or tube attatch a handle on the inside of your cast.
Run elwire or an LED string through the hollow interior of your casting.
???
profit

[Anonymous No.6535031]

>>6535015
Thank you so much! That is brilliant!
I wasn't even aware that there were tinted transparent resins. You are an amazing person, anon!

[Anonymous No.6535145]

>>6534883
Not, it's not a box.
And it has to look like a old stone, not a metal piece.
A better pic to you. But thanks.

>>6534897
Not in the comic, sweety.

[Anonymous No.6535183]

>>6534846
>>6534952

There are actually dance tights out there that already have a hole in the bottom. Go to Discount Dance Supply's website, and look for "convertible tights."
Alternatively, there are ice skating "boot cover" tights, but they're harder to find in black.

[Anonymous No.6535193]

>>6534846
A different idea would be to trace your feet, cut out some soft black leather (go to a craft store if you don't have a Tandy's, they usually have some scrap pieces for moccasin kits and other kid's crafts) and just hand sew them to the bottom of regular tights to serve as soles.

[Anonymous No.6535206]

Anyone with experience on Lucaille's wig colors? I'm looking for a base wig that needs to match "#6 - chestnut brown" wefts/ponytail. Does anyone know if that better matches Lucaille's #5 or #6?

[Anonymous No.6535293]

>>6535145
You can still follow all of >>6534883 's advice, and just paint it to look more like stone, instead of metal. It will look much better than what you have now, which, while it may not be, looks like you just painted a box silver. And what you have now doesn't look like stone either.

Sadly, you don't seem to care about advice on how to make this better, you just seem to want to show off your mediocre work. We have Progress threads for that.

[Anonymous No.6535321]

Quick question, because I'm an utter idiot:
I bought interfacing for the first time, and I'm wondering if there's a specific side you're supposed to use to fuse it.
One side is slightly fuzzier than the other, and I'm wondering if it matters.

[Anonymous No.6535327]

>>6535321
On fusible interfacing, you'll want the bumpier side face down on the back of your fabric.
Also, the heat setting you use will vary depending on the thickness of the interfacing, and your fabric. It might be a good idea to cut a small swatch and test before you go ahead with your project.

[Anonymous No.6535332]

>>6535145
it's too shiny to look like authentic stone. i would maybe dent it up a little, then get some spackling spray. they have weird different types of spray meant to give that craggy texture they use in college apartments to make it harder to cover holes. cover it with that, then repaint it with a matte grey paint all over. use a darker, watered-down grey to add depth and shadows to the dips and cracks in the spackling. and definitely get a thicker pole; even in the pictures you posted, it's fairly obvious your current handle is way too thin.

[Anonymous No.6535408]

Am I expected to pay jew prices if I want to purchase an Episode 3 Clone Trooper helmet/armor set? Fucking $600 minimum for armor and $250 minimum for the helmet. Altogether it's minimum $1000... wtf? If I could make my own, I would, but how would I get started in making it?

[Anonymous No.6535436]

I want to find a nice, pretty blonde wig and/or hair extensions that I could use on a daily basis, as in not for cosplay purposes. I'm thinking buying the hair extensions from Hairtrade and for the wig, someone suggested Ebay. Can anyone recommend some good sellers there?

[Anonymous No.6535446]

>>6535408

you would spend more than that putting together equipment (vacuum forming machine) and materials (plastic, all the stuff to make your masters)

[Anonymous No.6535458]

>>6535408
First off $600 +$250 is not $1000, but that is beside the point.
Making armor like this is costly, and there is a very steep learning curve, so it may take you a few attempts to get something you are happy with. Getting all your supplies and materials will end up costing as much, if not more than that $1000 you are so against spending.
If you want to invest all a lot of time, effort and, yes money, into armor making, then more power to you, and there is a lot of help out there to get you started. But if all you want is a nice Clone trooper outfit, and you want it now, it would be cheaper in the long run to just buy it.

[Anonymous No.6535468]

>>6535446
>>6535458
Thank you, guys. This'll probably be a long term project for me then.

Yeah I know that isn't $1000, but there are sellers that sell the helmet and armor separately with those prices, but sell the complete set for $1000.

[Anonymous No.6535514]

Absolute nooby help please.

So my little brother, who has gone to two cons with me, decided he finally wants to try and cosplay something. He wants to do Master Roshi.

the problem is that he isn't sure what clothing to get for it exactly - and I'm no help since I'm a /fit/ and /a/ guy, not a /cgl/ genius ;__;

So anyway, picture related is what he wants me to buy him - but I was curious if maybe you guys could help find better stuff than that single piece (at the bottom) costume buy.

Please and thanks.

[Anonymous No.6535529]

>>6535514
For what it is, that is really overpriced.
If you want a cheaper alternative that doesn't require any sewing, I would look at thrift stores for a loud Hawaiian shirt, and a pair of khaki shorts. Then, buy one of those suddenly very popular turtle shell backpacks, and you're done.

[Anonymous No.6535537]

>>6535529
Thanks. I know it's stupid, but I am that inept when it comes to these things. I just don't want him to feel like shit in a bad costume.

Thanks

<3

[Anonymous No.6535789]

>>6535529
this is the best roshi. also depending on how old/painfully shy your brother is, pack the backpack with underwear. and don't forget a bitchin beard!

[Anonymous No.6535897]

Does anyone know of a pattern/tutorial for a mameshiba like in this pic? I haven't been able to find one that isn't flat.

[Anonymous No.6535933]

I'm doing an asura cosplay, these are the best ears I could find. Do you think they would be alright?

Pic related but not of me, haven't bought the ears yet.

[Anonymous No.6535937]

>>6535933

Here's a random asura for reference.

[Anonymous No.6536022]

>>6535933
they look good but is there a way you could perhaps..paint them? they look a bit smooth although if theyre under all the headdress you'd maybe get away with it

I'm thinking of cosplaying stray girl!Rin because I was to cosplay something that focuses on a small prop (I'm pretty new to proper work) and I want to make the glasses but... I don't know where to start for the side wing/main part . I'd like them to look something like a mildly simpler these?

[Anonymous No.6536034]

Anyone has advice on how to wash synthetic wigs? It's just that I see so many different and contradictory methods online, should I comb it before or after? will the fabric softener get rid of the knots? Where I live they don't really sell any wig care products....

[Anonymous No.6536060]

>>6536034
Is it tangled to shit and back? Give it a perfunctory finger-comb before immersing it in the water. I usually wash mine in wig conditioner or fabric softener, just a little bit added to the water.

Let it dry FULLY before you try combing it after. Wet wigs do not comb, they tear.

[Anonymous No.6536072]

>>6536060
yes it is, plus the ends are just a mess in the front, they look like old barbie hair. Is there any way to fix that, or will I have to cut it?

[Anonymous No.6536112]

>>6536072
Probably have to cut it.

Damp (not wet, just slightly damp) a towel and fold the combed wig sandwiched between it. Run over that with an iron.

If that doesn't soften up the old barbie hair, you'll have to cut it to salvage the wig. That shit spreads up like wildfire if not nipped in the bud.

[Anonymous No.6536212]

Can I have some circle lens recommendations?

[Anonymous No.6536216]

>>6536072
If you have a fabric steamer, that can be used to straighten out the ends of a frizzy wig. Test a small section first in case the wig is sensitive to heat, if it passes use a comb to hold the hair in place and run the steamer and the comb down together. The wig has to be detangled first btw.

[Anonymous No.6536418]

>>>6536072
>>6536216
thanks guys, that's pretty good advice, I'll try both!

[Anonymous No.6536466]

>>6536418
also, does brushing your wig after every use causes old barbie ends?

[Anonymous No.6536519]

>>6536212
Pinky Paradise seems pretty legit. I've yet to hear any complaints about them, but I haven't ordered from them myself. They throw in complimentary animal cases for each pair of circle lenses you buy.

[Anonymous No.6536597]

>>6536519

Thanks!

[Anonymous No.6537481]

>>6536466
Tangles and knots are what cause old Barbie ends. They can be made worse by brushing the ends too hard. Unfortunately there's really no way to avoid them in a long wig.

[Anonymous No.6537486]

Can I have some fabric suggestions for this?

[Anonymous No.6537511]

>>6537486
suede, leather, and that sort of potato sackish fabric

[Anonymous No.6537545]

>>6537511
Potato sacks are usually hemp or something, aren't they?
Canvas would work too, I think..

[Anonymous No.6537552]

You can brush Model Magic with resin, right?

[Anonymous No.6537553]

>>6537545
Burlap. You can get it at JoAnn's for super cheap.

[Anonymous No.6537563]

>>6537553
>>6537545
>>6537511

Thank you!

[Anonymous No.6537866]

What fabric should I use to make this dress?

[Anonymous No.6537872]

>>6537866
just standard kona cotton?

[Anonymous No.6537993]

>>6537872
Avoid Kona cotton, it crinkles like nobody's business. Get a nice cotton twill or sateen.

[Anonymous No.6538069]

Finding a pair of shoes similar to this is proving far more difficult than it should be. Can I get some advice on where to look? I'm trying to keep prices down, but I'll pay a little more for accuracy.

I know they're traditional Chinese/martial arts. I can live with a white sole since that's what everything seems to have, it's the top I'm bothered with.

[Anonymous No.6538115]

>>6538069
http://www.wle.com/products/SL1550.html
Would these work?

[Anonymous No.6538122]

>>6538069
Have you considered ballet slippers?

[Anonymous No.6538159]

>>6538115
They would, if they were...actually black. If you're getting what's in the photo I'm not really sure how they construe that as 'black'. It gives me a jumping-off point to look for more, though, thank you!

>>6538122
Not a possibility that had occurred to me, I'll have to check that out. Thanks!

[Anonymous No.6538183]

>>6538069
Something like these might work
http://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/style_2021.html?pid=8056&Shop=Style&SID=432281810

[Anonymous No.6538665]

QUESTION. If I sculpt something out of oil-based clay, can I make a silicone mold out of it? I feel like that's not right. Like, if I brush on the silicone it will mess up the mold. How does this work? Any tutorials? I have a good grasp on sculpting, molding, and casting, but I'm not sure how to make a mold out of oil-based clay...

[Anonymous No.6538890]

Working on Mari Makinami's school uniform, and I wondering on how to go about her skirt. I have two options. I could paint on the design onto a red or green fabric, or I could have the fabric printed. /cgl/ which is the better option?

[Anonymous No.6538897]

>>6538665
Silicone should only stick to silicone, but if you want to be extra sure, you could coat your model in a silicone release first.

[Anonymous No.6538902]

>>6538890
I don't think either would be necessary as I am sure you will be able to find a tartan pattern that matches that if you looked for it.

[Anonymous No.6538903]

>>6538890
I'm pretty sure someone has already uploaded the pattern to spoonflower.

[Anonymous No.6538950]

>>6538902
Thank you. Hopefully I can find one close enough.
>>6538903
Thanks! I'll go look in case I can't find a premade one.

[Anonymous No.6539029]

>>6538897

When brushing the silicone on, the brush won't damage the sculpt?

[Anonymous No.6539040]

>>6539029
Brushing silicone? wtf?
Are you sure you know how to make molds?

[Anonymous No.6539056]

>>6539040
I'm looking to make a brush on silicone mold (yes, that is a thing)

[Anonymous No.6539379]

So i'm trying to put together a quick costume in about a month. My options so far are taokaka and kuroyukihime [accel world]. I may do taokaka because its a bit easier but i've never made a hooded jacket before. any good tips or close pattern suggestions to start?
[any other simple cosplay ideas are welcome.]

[Anonymous No.6539409]

How do you add something like sideburns to a wig? I'm looking to modify a lacefront one, but this'll be my first time doing it.

Also, are there any tutorials on painting? The character I have in mind is greying at his temples, so I'd like to replicate that.

[Anonymous No.6539911]

Any help with finding a pair of lenses that are yellow/golden or looks yellow/golden and fades into light blue or purpule, and that have a 8,7 basecurve?

[Anonymous No.6540161]

I'm looking for a pattern for Kuranosuke's dress, any pointers?

I'm really not confident about drafting my own pattern...

[Anonymous No.6540184]

So I'm trying to rev up my sewing machine, and the thread keeps coming out like pic related.
No matter what I do to tension, stitch length, stitch style, what have you, it keeps coming out in varying thicknesses of pic related.

What the hell do I do. If it matters, I have a Singer Inspiration.

[Anonymous No.6540189]

>>6540161
You're definitely going to need a thick petticoat, it looks like. Search on deviantArt for a Madoka petticoat tutorial; it might help.
The little hanging-bits remind me of a cage skirt, so you might want to look at some of those.

[Anonymous No.6540191]

>>6540189
Petti is covered, the hanging bits are pearls (also covered, bought a couple of kg of them in Brazil). My main concern is the bodice, as I've never made anything strapless before.

[Anonymous No.6540199]

I want to cosplay Moeka but I'm a little stuck on deciding on her skirt.

In the anime it's a plain gray skirt, but in official artworks it's drawn as a pinstriped skirt.

Which do you think I should go with? She's supposed to be considered smart looking and fashionable so I'm leaning more towards pinstripe, but I don't want the cosplay to come across inaccurate.

[Anonymous No.6540201]

>>6540191
Ah, okay.
Hm.
Maybe pic related can help?

[Anonymous No.6540203]

>>6540184
Change needle, rethread. This is always the first thing you should try.

[Anonymous No.6540204]

One more question about Finn/ Fionna's bag from Adventure Time! I'm tottaly sute about the pattern, but what kind of fabric should I use? I'm thinking about a kind of nylon with some very thin foam into OR a very fluffly plush ou something OR a kind of faux leather, napa ou something.

am I totally crazy? Please, help;

[Anonymous No.6540207]

>>6540201
Thanks!

[Anonymous No.6540224]

>>6540199
I think pinstripe will look nicer IRL, but overall, it's not a huge deal either way. As long as you get the other details right, like the wig, the belt and the shirt details, it probably won't be too noticeable.

[Anonymous No.6540226]

>>6540203
Aaand now my amateur is showing through. Thank you.

[Anonymous No.6540230]

>>6540204
I'd go with fleece, which is what the picture shows. It holds up pretty well. If not, faux leather might work, but I think it'd just be really tedious to work with.

[Anonymous No.6540238]

>>6540226
Nah, a lot of people fiddle with tension and what not. But I am being sincere when i say I've seen my teacher take in a `broken` machine from someone with experience, change the needle and rethread, and machine is good to go. It may not fix your problem but always try these methods first, no matter what the problem is! Other than like... the machine isn't turning on. Best of luck.

[Anonymous No.6540242]

>>6539911
Do you want the blue/purple on the pupil-end of the lens or around the edge?

[Anonymous No.6540257]

>>6540224

Pinstripe it is! Thanks for your help x
I'm still searching for the right wig at the moment. There's plenty of wig with the right hair pattern and colour, but never enough volume. I believe there's wig tuts on how to get them a bit more poofy looking, but again I suppose it depends on whether you're going with the anime or the artwork as her hair is a lot flatter in the anime.

[Anonymous No.6540278]

Ive been trying to search for a pattern for Sophies dress from Howls moving castle but I cant find any that look similar. Im looking mostly for the top. And then in anyone has any body suit tutorials or patterns that would be fantastic to see.

[Anonymous No.6540321]

>>6540242
It could be either really. The most important thing would be though that it only gets a small "spray" of the color, instead of like.. 1 mm of the yellow, and the rest in a bright color that wouldn't fit the character.
I have dark eyes btw. And the character I'm gonna use the lenses for are Akuroma as number one priority, and then maybe for a Homestuck troll or an OC, or maybe even for a character at a LARP-thingie I might be attending this year.
I've tried EOS Dolly Eye Brown who was supposed to be yellow for dark eyes, but they just kept getting stuck to my eyelid and get dragged around and slided around, so I can't wear a 8,6 lens ever again probably..

[Anonymous No.6541576]

how would i go about making this top piece. i was thinking about going with a wrap around piece and having a zipper with fake buttons or just using real buttons. i just dont know how to start the pattern

[Anonymous No.6541579]

>>6541576

See >>6540201, but without making the crotch area obviously.

[Anonymous No.6541595]

>>6540278
http://www.folkwear.com/romantic.html Their #205 looks like a very similar pattern for the top of her dress.
Another possibility is to look for a pattern for the top part of her dress and construct a yoke from it, like it is shown here: http://thecuttingclass.com/post/5540217278/basic-yokes . The bottom part of Sophie's bodice might be a rectangle that's gathered to fit the yoke.

[Anonymous No.6541710]

>>6539056

http://www.mediafire.com/view/?mn61azn7yeme25c

This is a pdf file made by the smooth on company on how to do molds. It is chock full of so much information. I do not know exactly if it answers your question but I feel anyone who wants to mold should have a read. Hope it helps.

[Anonymous No.6541724]

Does anyone have any ideas what to use to solidify a helmet?
pic is the helmet so far and I need to cover the yellowish parts with something light that will make it solid but also can be smoothed out.

[Anonymous No.6541727]

>>6541724
paper clay
wood putty

[Anonymous No.6541728]

>>6541727
>paper

derp, I meant modelling clay

[Anonymous No.6541731]

>>6541728
Thank you. I'll try them out.

[Anonymous No.6541801]

What is the best material to use for super hero costumes? I often find that spandex looks too cheap, and doesn't look like it would stand up to the kind of abuse superhero costumes tend to take in comics, and that vinyl, which looks sturdier, also looks too shiny and plasticy.

[Anonymous No.6541803]

Are these even possible in real life? All the cosplay I've seen for this are just regular puff sleeves with long sleeves attached to the bottom, which is not nearly as cute and perky as the drawings. But I know anime doesn't work the same as real life.
So, any secrets to sleeves like this? I'm not interested in the cuff part. This is for a different project.

[Anonymous No.6541811]

>>6541801
Are there different grades of spandex? Like probably the kind that figure skaters use is better than the kind they sell at chain fabric stores.
But I guess you're right that none of it would stand up to the wear that superheros put it through in comics.
Are you going to be a real superhero? Cuz if you are, spandex seems like the least practical option of all.
Vinyl doesn't look right for most costumes unless you're doing like "vinyl version of Robin" or whatever. It really changes the look. It can look really cool, but it looks very different.

[Anonymous No.6541816]

>>6541811
>Are you going to be a real superhero?

Not in the least. I just want my costume to look as accurate as it can be, and be as much of a real world equivalent as possible. Sadly, my knowledge of fabric types is lacking at best.

[Anonymous No.6541817]

>>6541803
It is possible, but it requires a decent amount of advanced drafting.

[Anonymous No.6541820]

>>6541803
What I did for the school uniform was put the seam in the middle of the puff instead of at the bottom so it hides it a little better.

It required a lot of adjustments and some really annoying drafting though.

[Anonymous No.6541821]

>>6541816
My superhero costuming friends would kill me if they knew I leaked this because its their 'closely guarded secret' but for a more high-end and professional look use milliskin. Superman Returns used the shiny milliskin turned inside out for a dull lustre with some interesting texture.

[Anonymous No.6541825]

>>6541817
Is there a specific name for that kind of sleeve? I can try to look up how to do it. I think there are a few pattern drafting books at my library.
I don't know much advanced drafting, but the worst I can do is waste my time and muslin.

[Anonymous No.6541827]

>>6541801

Spandex often comes in an assortment of levels of shininess. There's no formal grading system, so it'd probably just be best to check out a bunch of different stores. Also, lycra might be worth a look. It generally looks and feels tougher than spandex, while having a similar matte appearance. Think wetsuits, but you can get full-body suits or sheets of lycra to work with.

And for the love of god, if you're cosplaying a comic book or tokusatsu hero, wear an athletic cup. You don't want to end up like that one image of the awful Robin cosplay with the boner.

[Anonymous No.6541829]

>>6541820
Thanks. I was thinking something like that would be an option.

[Anonymous No.6541832]

>>6541821
Ooh, that seems perfect! Thank you!

[Anonymous No.6541833]

>>6541816
That's good! But like other people are saying, you should try looking at different kinds of spandex and other stretch fabrics to see if there are any that you think are good. Honestly, spandex would be terrible for doing anything rough and tumble so everyone pretty much suspends their disbelief a little.

[Anonymous No.6541835]

>>6541827
>And for the love of god, if you're cosplaying a comic book or tokusatsu hero, wear an athletic cup. You don't want to end up like that one image of the awful Robin cosplay with the boner.

I've already taken that into consideration. I have a dancebelt.

[Anonymous No.6541841]

Does anyone know how to make boots without a center seam?

[G !!0KLJYlknxts No.6541864]

I want my wig to look less "fizzy" on top. How do I do that? I tried combing this thing nonstop but it just puts it in place.

[Anonymous No.6541875]

>>6541841
Make a pattern similar to cowboy boots. Don't have a picture, sorry. (But you need a shaft and vamp.) It will be a two or more piece pattern and it only works with stretch fabric. If the fabric has enough give it might work.

[Anonymous No.6541889]

hey guys, i'm planning on doing Solaire for anime north this year, it'll be my first convention and my first cosplay. i just need some tips, so far it will consist of:

>standard crusader helmet with red feather, im thinking of creating the lower portion of the helmet the sticks out with foam, i have a faded olive drab bandana as well for around the neck
>a worn sheet for the tabard, with thick torn green fabric for the shoulders
>a fitted back shirt and steel bracers for the upper body
>fitted black jeans and my black puma future cats for my legs. im thinking of doing foam, cut and sanded for the greaves
>because weapons are hard to deal with at anime north, i was thinking of a piece of wooden dowel wrapped in gold tinsel or something else for a sunlight spear. and a tobogganing saucer made into a shield

also i was thinking of bringing a box of white soapstone to hand out to various people. i wanna know if i have all my bases covered. I'm looking more less for help on the greaves and shield. any other help would be great. sorry if this a the wrong thread to post in, i'm relativity new to this board

[Anonymous No.6541893]

>>6541889
>>fitted black jeans

Please, PLEASE, do not this. Jeans do not equal all pants. It will look terrible.

[Anonymous No.6541894]

>>6541893
then what could i use? i dont have the cash ffor chainmail? help me ;_;

[Anonymous No.6541900]

>>6541894
You could try knitting?
http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Lazy-Mans-Chainmail-Shirt/

[Anonymous No.6541904]

>>6541875
Google doesn't help me, does anyone have a pattern?

[Anonymous No.6541905]

>>6541900
that would do for a shirt because i can just buy one and paint it, but i don't know about pants, that would take a skill that i don't have and they don't really sell that sorta thing. thank you for the help though, ill definitely rethink the pants though

[Anonymous No.6541934]

>>6541904
Googled "boot covers cosplay"

[Anonymous No.6541944]

What are some ways to make my eyes appear larger??

[Anonymous No.6541977]

>>6541944

False eyelashes, circle lenses and Kooter makeup.

I would actually avoid advice of white eyeliner. That shit never looks good. Ever.

[Torii !DraWingsTo No.6541982]

>>6539379
Okay this is going to be a hopefully short explanation but I will tell you how I went through making taokaka.
it could be fairly easy if you dont get too nitpicky like I did about it. the body of the jacket I made larger than I to give the same baggy jacket effect that taokaka has. its pretty much the same pattern as a hoodie, cept instead of the sides going straight down on the sides, I had them flare out. the zipper part is what I drove myself up a wall for, I literally made these two strips of fabric for each side that interlocked in a zig zag pattern like a giant zipper, and it was just a flap so the actual zipper to this costume is under the flap.I replicated the giant yellow circles that are running on each side of the zipper with giant yellow buttons. The paws were two extra long sleeves, but I sewed two zippers on the insides of the sleeve so I can take my hands out if I needed. On the picture the part where the red line runs up and down is how long the zipper is and where it is placed. the two yellow things in the picture were the pillows I placed in the sleeves. I would recommend using white fabric, but my fabric was sooo thick you couldn't see the yellow any who. The bottom where her claws come out I got lazy with, I just sewed strips of fabric there.

[Torii !DraWingsTo No.6541989]

>>6541982
Next thing to go a little indepth with is the sleeves. The patterns that go on her paws I just cut out of craft foam and sewed them together and then to the sleeve. Before cutting them out of the material I made sure to make a template out of newsprint. you can use any paper, I just used newsprint because I have a abundance of it. You can see in the top right hand corner is the template I cut out inside the red circle. I usually fold it in half and cut it that way to make sure that each side was symmetrical.

[Torii !DraWingsTo No.6542005]

>>6541989
Then there is her giant zipper pull. I made this out of model magic. First I made a template on what I wanted the cut pieces to look like then I literally rolled a sheet of model magic, placed the template ontop of it and used an exacto knife to cut it out. I wanted to make sure it was able to move a little so if you need that red bar in the middle of the two little dome shaped pieces was a piece of pencil I cut to go in between. I made sure to work a little hold in the model magic with the pencil where I wanted the pencil to sit in the two pieces. I made sure it was long enough to fit through the loop I put on the end of the big zipper part. when they were all done drying I glued one end of the pencil to one side, stuck the pencil through the hole on the big piece and then put a dab of glue inside the piece the pencil is suppose to sit in. and had it sit until it dryed, then I painted it all gold.
After that was done and made I glued Velcro to the back of it to just velcro to the jacket.

[Torii !DraWingsTo No.6542016]

>>6542005
I am only able to show a bit of what I did here because this part I really did finish in the hotel room during the convention. I fisht made a dome shaped mask outta a papercraft. I cut down thicker drawing paper and fed that into the machine so that way I knew it was going to be sturdy to work with. after I did that I put paper tape all over the mask for some more hold. After that I measured out about where my eyes were going to be and made two rectangular shapes there, and two circles right above them where my eyebrows would be. then from there I covered the whole mask in paperclay, only a thin layer though. I didnt want it being too heavy. I used a bit of water before it was dry to try and smooth it out, then when it was fully dry I sanded it down then spray painted it black. The circular holes I glued a red gel (a lighting gel) to it from the inside, and I built a little box to house a Red LED on the inside. the LED was powered by 1 hearing aid battery. On the rectangular parts I glued really dark sunglasses lenses from he inside. I also made a sort harness for my head to hold the mask on with. there was one strap that went over my head and one on each side of my head so it couldnt fall off or start to shift down my face. In the last picture you can see what it looked like up close. For the mouth I just used craft foam cutouts so I can interchange the mouth. its just taped on

[Torii !DraWingsTo No.6542018]

>>6542016
whopsie I forgot the pic

[Torii !DraWingsTo No.6542021]

>>6542018
Little side note also, the hood front I made extend a bit upward to hide my neck. and right there I put two Curtain grommets in where I could stick my ponytails through, so if god forbid I didnt like the way my wig was starting to look, or the length of it I could get a new one. which I just ordered the other day.

[Anonymous No.6542023]

So, even though I imagine most are sick of Jack cosplays everywhere, I hope that won't impede any help I might be able to get on this.

I am trying to find a fabric that will match this texture for the pants, but I am terrible at picking proper fabrics, and my recent trip to the fabric district the other day was mostly pointless. What fabric should I use for these pants?
Also, for the ties around the bottom. Would bias tape work, or should I look for a flat leather cord?

[Anonymous No.6542026]

>>6542023
And I forgot my pic...

[Anonymous No.6542032]

>>6542026
Twill, tan or brown denim or linen.

[Anonymous No.6542037]

So this May will be my first time cosplaying and this is what I'm going for. I can't find anything that matches the hat's description online. A link would be helpful thanks.

[Torii !DraWingsTo No.6542038]

>>6542037
I THINK they are called paperboy hats, but you could try with that, I hope that helps.

[Anonymous No.6542040]

>>6542038
That was it. Thanks.

[Anonymous No.6542045]

Where can I get colored contact lenses with a prescription for cheap?
Specifically with an OD of -8.00 and OS of -7.50.

[Anonymous No.6542050]

I am planning the game version of Pyramid Head and while I don't think I'll have any actual construction problems, the vision in the helmet is a bit... problematic. After some time on google I found out that using a camera for vision would be an option but how viable would that actually be for a whole con day? Does anyone have any experience with anything like this?

I'd rather avoid cutting a hole and using mesh for visibility if I can but I'm a bit stumped since I've never had to think of anything like this with my past projects... Thanks in advance for any ideas!

[Anonymous No.6542053]

>>6542050
What are you planning on making the head and butcher knife out of?

This is funny, because Im doing the same thing and was also suggested a camera heh.

[Anonymous No.6542071]

>>6542050
As to where I was thinking of camera placement. I was thinking the best place would be in the shadow of the lip of the bill probably.

[Anonymous No.6542079]

>>6542053
Hahah, yeah. Wood for the knife, still a bit undecided on the helmet since there's the weight issue... what are you planning?

A couple of days ago I saw this thread on some SH forum where a girl posted on her progress with the costume, I think she used both mirrors and a camera for vision, making the camera appear as a bullet hole. Have you seen that one?

[Anonymous No.6542086]

>>6542032
Thank you. That will greatly help narrow my search!

[Anonymous No.6542102]

>>6542079
Nooo I haven't actually looked at SH forums for ideas. That's an awesome thought! I was going to go with fiberglass, someone keeps egging me to use it... just feels like that's a little outdated for cosplay these days? I know a couple people who just did sealed foam, but the texture wasn't right in my mind. I've got most of the year so I'll probably experiment heh. I'm doing just a mockup with cardboard to get pattern pieces right in the next week or so though. I was just going to do cardboard sealed in fiberglass (after seeing the gundam anon do that method with his mechs, it looked great!) but then building up the details/cracks/bulges on top would probably make it way too heavy. I'm using the Konami licensed SH2 figures for sources, since I think the detailing on the entire outfit is much better than the in-game sprites. Like the big tumor kind of bulging out of the back of the head and what not. The zipper on the back and the whole 'skin' feel of the apron is something I want to replicate (probably with some kind of latex applied over the fabric and air brushing). And the toymunkey version is good to. But they forgot the fused fingers, which kind of made me laugh.

[Anonymous No.6542115]

>>6542079
if you have a link for the forum thread on the SH forums, can you toss it my way? I love seeing how other people do things and getting ideas that way! Always great inspiration and motivation for me.

[Anonymous No.6542131]

>>6542102
Found it! (there's a really nice texture of the helmet ripped from the game in there as well!)

http://silenthillcommunity.com/viewtopic.php?f=3322&t=432498

Ah yeah, I was wondering if it would get TOO heavy with wood but I guess I'll just have to try and see since I'm more comfortable working with wood over other materials... And I'm also kind of stuck on the cardboard mindset with this, I might experiment with foamcore as well a bit since I can get sheets for dirt cheap at my uni, I'm not really sure how well it would work with something as big as this.

I'm looking at the figures too, I especially like the texture and detail on the outfit as well! A lot of otherwise decent cosplayers just seem to ruin theirs by using some sleek fabric and/or splattering it with bright red blood...

[Anonymous No.6542143]

>>6542131
Thanks so much for sharing! haha, I had totally forgotten about the damn tongue. Not something I'm planning on adding unfortunately (maybe I'll add some kind of sliding panel though so you can see where the hole is... I always liked the smell scene)... I like that she made the spear too! Thanks so much, more ideas for me!

[Anonymous No.6542292]

I would love to cosplay Rakka for NYCC '13, but I'm unsure of how to go about making her wings. Might anyone have an idea? Thank you!

[Anonymous No.6542298]

>>6542292
Just buy a pair from a halloween shop online

[Anonymous No.6542305]

>>6541977

Kooter makeup?

[Anonymous No.6542308]

>>6542298
The thing is, they're gray in color, and that should be harder to come by than the typical white. Still, I'll peck and pluck around for a bit - thanks!

[Anonymous No.6542326]

>>6542308
>>6542292
I imagine light grey would be hard to come by for feathers... You might need to figure out some kind of dyeing method.

[Anonymous No.6542339]

>>6542326
It's funny that you mention that because that's just what I started to look into. I'll go see if there are any tutorials lying around!

[Kiwi !Hc6EcVkstI No.6542351]

How do tattoos

[Anonymous No.6542362]

Any tips on making it appear to only have one arm without having it look completely foolish?

[Anonymous No.6542381]

>>6542362
Are you going to wear form-fitting/skimpy clothing?
If not, just tuck one of your arms in.
If so, you might have to just turn at a certain angle for pictures.

[Anonymous No.6542382]

>>6542351
Make a stencil and use body paint.

[Anonymous No.6542551]

>>6542292
Dont for the love of god get crap halloween wings. I did Reki from this pattern. It takes time but you can create shaped wings that look fantastic.Here is a pic from a different costume i used them for as well. http://www.paper-wings.org/tutorials/wings/wings.html

[Anonymous No.6542572]

>>6542339
When I did mine I dipped them in India Ink and they washed off the right color. But it took FOREVER.

[Anonymous No.6542603]

So I need to get ahold of some old-school jodhpurs for a cosplay. However, every attempt to find a pair has only yielded the modern kind (which don't have the puffed thighs). Is there a specific terminology for the traditional ones, or a sort of pants that look similar?

[Anonymous No.6542609]

>>6542551
Wow, this looks great! I'll look into this right away! Your wings came out wonderfully, dear.

>>6542572
Yikes! I read somethin' about Jacquard acid dye somewhere and according to the tutorial, it came out lookin' real nice. That was only one tutorial I read, tho.

Thank you both for the tips!

[Anonymous No.6542629]

Hello, all!

I'm planning on cosplaying Leila from Code Geass: Akito the Exiled later this year. While I'm pretty set on the skirt (circle skirt most likely with a petti under, unless you guys have any better ideas for the right shape/flounce?) I have no clue where to even begin with the jacket. Does a similar pattern/something that could easily be altered exist? And if it's not so simple, what patterns would you recommend getting started with?

Thanks!

[Anonymous No.6542634]

>>6542603
Are you trying to be Diego Brando?

You can always try and buy pants which are too big and take them in everywhere else.

[Anonymous No.6542637]

>>6542634

You know me too well, you do. But yeah, if I can't find any actual old-school jodhpurs, I guess I'll just have to use a strong belt and tuck them into the boots.

[Anonymous No.6542651]

>>6542637
Those pants are pretty damn recognizable, provided you're a JoJo fan. What other anime or manga character right around now wears gigantic puffy jodhpurs?

You can also take a pattern for standard pants and add in the hip and thigh flares. But you'd want to just take in at the crotch, inner thigh, waistband with a lot of darting, and thin up the leg from the knee down if you start with purchased pants. You might also want to consider (for cosplay reasons) tacking elastic stirrups onto the pants so they don't pop out of your boots.

[Anonymous No.6542658]

>>6542629
The skirt seems to be very gathered. Make sure your pattern allows for this, and if it's not bouncy enough in the end, add a black petti.

For the jacket... the bit in the front is supposed to be double-breasted, I can tell you that.
For the puff on the sleeves, I'd recommend making the sleeves wide, like at the wrists, then add a strip of elastic on the inside to make it puff at the shoulder.
Pic related might help for the gold trim.
This as well ( http://firewolf826.tumblr.com/post/38184410936/seamless-trim-tutorial ) if you need it. Good luck!

[Anonymous No.6542666]

I have this wig, and I'd like to reuse it for a small con again. The thing is, I don't want to cosplay Aradia or any other Homestuck characters.

Can anyone suggest some characters that have blue, grey, or brown eyes and I can use for this wig that have a relatively easy costume I can make?

I can sew pretty well, but if I'm just going to wear it for a small con, I don't want to make anything more complicated than it has to be.

[Anonymous No.6542673]

>>6542666
First thought was Marceline.

[Anonymous No.6542671]

>>6542603
I had to hunt the same thing for Duo Maxwell and ended up just patterning them from scratch.

[Tim No.6542676]

>>6542666
I dunno why such an obscure character came to mind, but Nadeshiko Kinomoto, Sakura Kinomoto's mom, although her hair is often portrayed as grey or greyish-brown as well. Variety of outfits to go with, I'm sure, especially from the manga.

[Anonymous No.6542700]

>>6542666
There's Elly from Madoka Magica

But depending on what design you use, or even one you may design yourself, expect a few people to confuse you for Seychelles from Hetalia.

[Anonymous No.6542714]

>>6542666
This links may help you
http://e-shuushuu.net/search/results/?tags=46+181+178
(it's a "kawaii" imageboard, you can search for the kind of the hair)

http://www.zerochan.net/
(the same the last one)

http://www.animecharactersdatabase.com/sresults.php?sex=2&amp;eye_color=0&hair_color=1&hair_length=7&age=0&amp;mimikko=0&mymax=60&otherchar=0

(As the name says, Anime Characters Database

[Anonymous No.6542738]

Hello Everyone!
This is my first time doing Cosplay so I really need help
How should I make the accessories in the chest, neck and sleeves?
Thank you

[Anonymous No.6542747]

Hi there
so I would like to cosplay Black Rock Shooter but what should i use for the flame in her eye?
and how will i make it stay on my face

[Anonymous No.6542754]

>>6542738
I assume you're being Okuyasu and not The Hand, right?

If Okuyasu, you can just buy gold vinyl or gold metallic spandex, cut out the shapes and iron them on with a press cloth and Steam-A-Seam, and carefully topstitch around the edges to keep them in place.

[Anonymous No.6542756]

>>6542747
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Anime-Black-Rock-Shooter-Flaming-Eye-Cosplay-glasses-/251089621000

[Anonymous No.6542763]

So, I'm planing on cosplaying Rikimaru this year, in his Wrath of Heaven/Tenchu Z attire. I'm assuming the armour under his gi is chainmail. Does anyone have any good tutorials for chainmail, or know a good seller?

[Anonymous No.6542764]

>>6542738

I take it you're doing Okuyasu and not The Hand? Anyway, for the neck and chest accessories, my advise would be to cut them out of foam or cardboard, then paint them with resin or melted-down hot-glue sticks for an even coating. From there, you can paint them gold and attach them to the uniform. As for the sleeves, they're a bit tougher. You could probably use a stencil to make the "BILLION" letters in gold fabric to sew on, but you might have to look into getting some sort of custom patch for the kanji. Also, which con are you doing him for? Not enough JoJos around if you ask me.

[Anonymous No.6542762]

I need fabric help:
I want some tulle that's not like the flimsy plastic-y $1.00-a-yard kind you use for tutus and stuff but more...soft and flexible with a slight stretchiness to it but not like spandex stretchy. Like more of a mesh fabric that resembles tulle I guess. Does anyone know what I mean? I've searched in stores and online, but I don't know if there's a technical name for it other than "really nice tulle". The closest I found was this stuff at Jo-ann that had a wire running along the bottom, but it only comes in black.
I've been trying bridal sites, but they mostly have the cheap kind too and it's hard to tell from photos what you're getting. Is there a name for what I'm looking for?
Sorry for the convoluted tl;dr, but I'm really going crazy trying to find this stuff.

[Anonymous No.6542766]

Any idea how'd one could make Koneko's cat hair pieces? <:3

[Anonymous No.6542769]

>>6542756
Oh, thank you very much

[Anonymous No.6542776]

>>6542766

Polymer clay. Sculpey, Fimo, it's all good. Alternatively, you can use Crayola Model Magic - it's much lighter when hardened, but it's harder to work with (especially as far as keeping details goes).

[Anonymous No.6542795]

>>6542776
Ah thanks!

[Anonymous No.6542942]

>>6542764
Thanks for the advice, I was also asking for the gold things in his sleeves
Im not American, sorry and yeah we totally need more Jojos Cosplays

[Anonymous No.6543013]

I've been looking at circle lenses from http://www.pinkyparadise.com/ , which lense type/color would look the best for my eye color? I'm looking for something that will really make my eyes look huge, I'm alright with them looking unnatural in terms of color

[tenleid !R6n4uEROGE No.6543209]

A while ago I saw a cat/animal ear tutorial floating around that used wire frames and fabric ears. Anyone still got it? Or anything similar.

[Anonymous No.6543212]

>>6543013
Beaucon shimmers?

[Captain Insaneway !!6gMVhmbBzln No.6543242]

>>6543013

Best enlargement I've ever gotten were from the GEO Bambi series.
I have grey eyes, but they showed up pretty nicely.

[Anonymous No.6543741]

>>6543013
I pretty much have the same eye colour to you. I'm uploading a video right now onto my youtube channel (www.youtube.com/hurry123456) showing different contact lenses.
But the largest contact lenses out are the IFairy series (16mm) and the mimi cafe series (15mm) normal eye diameter is around 14-14.5mm

[Anonymous No.6543790]

>>6541825
Puff, Princess or Lantern sleeves will usually pull up similar results.

[Anonymous No.6543795]

>>6534846
If you're really bent on sticking your shoes through the stockings, just reinforce the sole. Here's a tutorial where someone did that method: lolainprogress.deviantart.com/art/Making-thigh-high-boots-The-cheats-way-339994708

[Anonymous No.6543798]

>>6541864
Maybe because you've combed it so much that the fibers have stretched into a frizzy state. Try to relax the fibers with some heat. Depending on how much heat your wig can take, either blowdryer on low heat or the hot water relaxing method. If you go for the hot water method, be prepared to re-style...

>>6542762
Do you mean Chiffon?

[Anonymous No.6543901]

Do bullseye contact lenses look decent in real life? I'm looking into cosplaying Dangan Ronpa and seeing how a lot of characters kind of have that effect with their eyes I thought it would be pretty cool, but I can't seem to find any pictures of actual people wearing them.

[Anonymous No.6543915]

>>6543212
>>6543242
>>6543741

Thank you!

[Anonymous No.6544053]

>>6543915
This is the video I was telling you about. Hope it's helpful!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lmoyZTz1hM

[Anonymous No.6544056]

>>6543798
>Do you mean Chiffon?
No, it's tulle, with the little holes and all, but just with more of a fabric drape and weight to it.
Kinda like tulle lace but without the embroidery.
I think attached pic is kinda what I mean. I know it exists because I've bought clothing made with it, but I can't find it as fabric.

[Anonymous No.6544078]

>>6544053
>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lmoyZTz1hM

It was! Thank you very much.

[Anonymous No.6544205]

How do I make the curls (covering the ears) of this pic? Can't find any tutorial....

[Anonymous No.6544293]

>>6542762
Is it a silk/silk blend or soft nylon tulle perhaps?

[Anonymous No.6544300]

>>6544205
Look for a tutorial on hair drills and do that, but smaller and sideways.

[Anonymous No.6544395]

>>6542045
Try honeycolor.com
They're circle lenses, though, but they are colored and prescription.

[Anonymous No.6544398]

>>6542305
Dakota Rose. /cgl/ just calls her Kooter.
She's known for giving herself immaculate eyes, such as in that picture Anon posted at some point.
Look her up on YouTube, perhaps.

[Anonymous No.6544400]

I'm new to special effects makeup and I need a recommendations for a good silver paint/powder/whatever and blood to do something similar to this. I'd prefer to buy blood instead of making my own.

[Anonymous No.6544412]

>>6544400
You can make blood pretty easily with corn syrup and red food coloring, and add tiny bits of blue or green to make it darker.
Pic related should help with the injuries.
I'm not too sure about the silver bits, though.
Good luck!

[Anonymous No.6544423]

>>6544412
Thanks! I'll see if any mixes come recommended but my main concern that they'll all use corn syrup and be awfully sticky after a few hours. That would drive me nuts.

[Not OP !ozOtJW9BFA No.6544431]

>>6544400
Check out the RPF as they have a whole bunch of builds for this kind of stuff, they also have instructions and WIP that are invaluable.

[Anonymous No.6544443]

>>6544431
Never knew of that site until now, fantastic stuff. Thanks.

[Anonymous No.6544446]

>>6544412
On second thought, the font in that is ungodly.
I made you an edit.

[Anonymous No.6544476]

>>6544446
You're a saint, anon.

[Anonymous No.6544495]

>>6544446
Bless you

[Anonymous No.6544511]

I'm looking to make a costume look like it has been in the arctic regions, with ice all caked into the fabric.

Does anyone any tutorials/info on achieving this?

[Anonymous No.6544632]

I am looking to make Bridget's dress and habit and I was wondering if I can get some suggestions on what fabric to use. Also what fabric for the lining of the habit.

[Anonymous No.6544648]

>>6544632
Whatever you pick.. have it be the same material between the dress and the habit (imo) and I would just do a cotton or cotton sateen. it looks medium weight and non glossy (sateen will just have a slight shine to it, it's not a satin)

[Anonymous No.6544702]

I've only made one sword and it was horrible...

can I please have some help getting everything prepared.. like what I should buy? I was thinking balsa or birtch wood in layers? and then craftfoam for the ring? Can you bondo the wood to smooth it out.. or spackle?

or links to tutorials.. everything I find doesn't come close to what I want to do.

pic related its the one on the right, Lambent Light

[Anonymous No.6544712]

I've been staring at references for a while now. Can anyone help me guess whether the raised detail on the forearm guard is on the front or side of it? Just as soon as I see it one way or another, the angle changes and I can't figure it out anymore.

[Anonymous No.6544727]

>>6544632
I agree with >>6544648 a cotton poplin or sateen would be best.
And please for the love of god, make sure your seams are crisp and ironed, and your habit and collar are interfaced. Bridget is overdone so poorly so at least make an effort to construct it well. Wrinkly thin quilting cotton makes colorblocking look horrendous.

[Anonymous No.6544730]

>>6544712
I'd say the side.

[Anonymous No.6544736]

>>6544511
You could use clear glaze and cake it in certain regions. If an area has particularly thick ice, add a teeny bit of white paint to the glaze.

I'd recommend doing it on a piece of test-fabric first, as I'm not entirely sure if this would look right.

[Anonymous No.6545643]

Does anybody have a tutorial for making a wig part like in this picture? I would prefer to not have to use a heat sealer if possible. Thank you!

[Katsumiyo !pGNZlskXEI No.6545659]

>>6545643
There's already lots of wigs with parts sewn into the wig itself, like the Chibi or Leia from Arda. However, you can make a part like that via this tutorial, which is leagues easier than Katie Bair's method.

[Anonymous No.6545668]

>>6545659
Thank you! I would get one from them but those wigs don't come in the color I need.

[Katsumiyo !pGNZlskXEI No.6545676]

>>6545668
Can always get the right color and matching wefts from there, then. I think Epic Cosplay has wefts that match their wigs, too. But instead of hair-spraying the wefts down like the tutorial recommends, I'd recommend putting them into pigtails and doing the hot water trick first. It helps the hair curve that way more naturally, so you won't be fighting it so hard with the hairspray.

[Anonymous No.6545689]

>>6545676
Ah, didn't think of that. Thanks for the tip. Sounds like it would be a lot easier to do.

[Anonymous No.6545691]

Does anyone have any suggestions on what fabric I should use for Dynastystuck Rose? At first thought of brocade but figured that wouldn't paint too well.

[Anonymous No.6545699]

The Demoman's vest, should I try to make one or possibly buy something that looks close to it? I'm not the most creative person when it comes to making shit so I'm scared if I try to design it then I'll screw up

[Anonymous No.6545702]

>>6545691
Bridal satin if it's not too far out of your budget. The actual flower pattern doesn't look too defined here (and maybe it is on another ref?) but you may be able to find a brocade in a suitable pattern depending on what kind of look you're going for.

Oh and I think if you used piping for the edges it'd look nice too.

[Anonymous No.6545704]

>>6545702
That's actually only just a reference picture so the pattern isn't quite as strong. The only other picture is this one. But bridal satin shouldn't be too far from it. Thanks for the help though!

[Anonymous No.6545715]

>>6544056
It's either one of two things. The first is diamond point tulle which is a very soft fine mesh which has slight stretch but tears pretty easily.

Or search sheer stretch mesh and you should find what you are talking about. I've heard it called sheer spandex too (it feels and acts nothing like spandex but it is still called this). It's usually used for underwear and printed tights,

[Anonymous No.6545946]

I want to make a formed boob-plate. I only have craft foam and don't really have the money for Worbla or wonderflex. Is there tutorials for this? I've searched the internet for over an hour with really no luck in terms of a detailed tut other than "heat it up" I tried heating it, it didn't work, so I probably didn't do something right.

[Anonymous No.6546408]

>>6545946
Find something roughly boob-shaped and stretch the heated craft foam around said shape. The key is to stretch it out, just heating it really won't do much: you have to shape it.

[Anonymous No.6546529]

Would this be a good beginner's project for me? Also what lining fabric, if any, should I use for this? It's 100% cotton material

[Anonymous No.6546546]

I'd like to cosplay Fluttershy,this Summer, but I'm having trouble finding a nice sun-dress that is the right shade of yellow, and not horrendously ugly.
I've checked eBay and the only thrift store nearby here only has ugly mustard yellow old lady dresses. ;-;

Should I try dying a white sun-dress, or try to go with a cutie mark t-shirt (pic related) and yellow skirt?

Also, I would love to do the big sweater cosplay, unfortunately I'm prone to fainting when I get overheated and I think that would be asking for trouble since it'll be August.

I really can't sew otherwise I'd make one myself, and whatever sewing skills I do have wouldn't be good enough to make a dress, at least not one I could wear to a con in the Summer. I am still practicing though, so hopefully eventually I'll be good enough to do something like that.
Thanks for the help!

[Anonymous No.6546605]

>>6546529
Lining fabric is usually polyester.

[Anonymous No.6546610]

>>6546546
Be prepared for creepers. They love the Fluttershy.

I'd go with a yellow chiffon dress. You can try looking around stores at a mall or something.

[Anonymous No.6546664]

>>6546610

Oh, I'm well aware. I've had creeper issues at cons before, and someone tried to take a picture up my dress once when I wasn't even in cosplay...so I'll definitely be wearing some sort of light shorts underneath it or something, haha.
I also have a big,burly boyfriend who will be cosplaying Big Mac, so I won't be alone at least.

Thanks for the idea! I'll be looking out for some nice ones.

[Anonymous No.6546674]

>>6546664
You could also wear a bolero or something similar over it, as Fluttershy is pretty modest.

[Anonymous No.6546683]

>>6546674

I was thinking of something like that or possibly a light pink or white cardigan? I've seen other people do something similar to that.

[Anonymous No.6546709]

Looking for knee high military boots, but don't want to spend upwards of $99. Anybody know where I could get those kinds of boots for like, $50?

[Anonymous No.6546715]

>>6546408
Thanks, I'll try

[Anonymous No.6546727]

>>6546709
Try looking at an army surplus store.
Online or in real-life, I'd say.

[Anonymous No.6547109]

Any good giant princess dress patterns? The only ones I can find are for little kids, and uh, I'm definitely not little kid sized. I'm doing this, if that helps

[Anonymous No.6547204]

>>6542763
Anyone? Please?

[Anonymous No.6547215]

>>6547109
You can always scale it up to your size.

[Anonymous No.6547240]

>>6547215
I don't think it'd fit properly. 8 year old girl patterns don't really account for breasts or waist. And all of the patterns don't have that boob panel that this dress has. It's safe to say I'm a noob at this, and I don't really want to fuck it up

[Anonymous No.6547247]

>>6547240
Have you tried looking at period patterns? You'd still need to tweek it but I know simplicity has some that are meant for Victorian styles and then there are Renfaire ones too.

[Anonymous No.6547260]

>>6547247
You think the white dress on this could be tweaked for it? I've been eyeing it.

http://www.simplicity.com/p-8201-misses-costume.aspx

[Anonymous No.6547268]

>>6547109
Er how about something like this?

http://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m6629-products-23022.php?page_id=915

I think you might find some better ones in the costume dress patterns more then anything.

[Anonymous No.6547285]

>>6547268
hm, I think they both require the same amount of altering. I'm more worried about the bodice shape and the sleeves more than anything, as the skirt is the part I don't think will be too bad. I've done a skirt like it before, anyway. I think the one you posted has a better bodice, so maybe I'll grab that one instead.

[Anonymous No.6547771]

I want to cosplay as Kumagawa from Medaka Box and I need some help.

I think my best bet for the outfit would be to get a Gakuran from somewhere, but I'm not sure where. The problem with most of the ones I'm finding is that they either aren't skinny enough or have pockets.

I also need a good wig. A friend of mine suggested this store: http://stores.ebay.com/COSPLAY-WIG/BLACK-/_i.html?_fsub=1013003012&_sid=211130012&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322 I read the pastebin but I wanted to get some opinions on what I should do about getting the correct wig for this.

Thanks.

[Anonymous No.6548972]

I have two things I need help with.

FIRST: Cosplaying a character who's hair is just about buzz-cut, so a wig isn't really possible. (see pic) I did a test shave on my hair, but my hairline is more 'trapezoid' and less 'm' shaped. What would be the best way to go about achieving the hairstyle? Mess with trimming? Attempt to shape the hairline with careful scissoring? Since it's so short, a wig is pretty much impossible.

SECOND: I have a pair of Arda wigs that I was given by a friend. They're totally untouched; friend just ended up never wearing them. For whatever reason, they just... Don't seem to sit on my head right? I have other brands of wigs so I'm pretty sure it's just an Arda thing, but I can't really describe it. They feel fine, but when looking in a mirror, they just look weird. Any tips on how to fix this / similar experiences? Should I just sell them for cheap and try to get a different brand?

[Anonymous No.6549018]

So I bought some hot pink webbing. The problem is, it's way more flourescent in person than it was in the website i bought it from.

How do I go about toning down the color? A friend suggested rit color remover, but this is Nylon.

[Anonymous No.6550244]

bump

[Anonymous No.6550253]

>>6547771
>Medaka Box
YES
>Kumagawa
MORE YES

[Anonymous No.6550445]

how would I go about making something like this?
Would just backcombing and dreading some extensions work?

[Anonymous No.6550471]

>>6550445

look up tutorials on single ended dreadlocks, buy non wefted extensions and wire attach by lace or individually like I did with a wig I dreaded and then inserted 100+ dreads to fill in the holes

thus resulted in this monster who weighs a ton. I installed clips to keep it from falling back an off my head. pic is a friend modeling it for me

[Jezebel !lfueK7pnvc No.6550483]

I'm going to be making an Assassin's Creed courtesan cosplay here in a short while and was just wondering that when it came to the hair, does anyone know how to style a wig with those like....I don't even know what to call them, two horn/lump things on the top, like in the picture?

[Anonymous No.6550502]

>>6550483
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHW5sHFWG6w

you just have to make bigger ones

[Anonymous No.6550533]

>>6550253

Thanks for the enthusiasm but I still need help.

[Anonymous No.6550580]

>>6534846
I used like... suede shoes? and it looks seamless plus I can take them off if my feet start hurting. But yes if you wanna cut a hole in the tights where the heel is and put moleskin on the soles it works well. Just don't leave any runs where you cut the hole.
>>inb4 dirty bathroom I know already

[Anonymous No.6550592]

I'm cosplaying as mami, but I absolutely have no idea what to do for the wig. Suggestions?

[Anonymous No.6550602]

seriously dude? google 'mami wig tutorial' you'll find a ton.

[Anonymous No.6550623]

I've been thinking of cosplaying Rhyme from twewy but I have no idea how to make her bell pendant, anyone got any ideas?

Also, what could i do for the design on her shirt/jumper thing?

[Anonymous No.6550626]

>>6550623
Is it really that difficult to post a picture of what you're taking about?

[Anonymous No.6550629]

>>6550626


I would but my phone's sd card is messed up and won't let me save pictures

http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20081227232858/twewy/images/8/84/Twewy-rhyme1.jpg

[Anonymous No.6550684]

Posted this in another thread just in case, but no luck.
Hopefully its different here
Keep in mind that I already have everything else!
>Hey there seagulls, I an in need of some serious help here.
I live in Miami, FL and I need help finding a wig similar to Marshall Lee's hairstyle and backup vampire teeth and was wondering if anyone knew any good stores here that sell such a thing or any online stoss that deliver in less than 3 days.
Since I need this wig before this Saturday for that small convention Animate!
I am literally going crazy trying to find a good store here, but no luck and any help from you guys would be GREATLY appreciated.
Thanks :3

[Jezebel !lfueK7pnvc No.6550727]

>>6550592
I have a solution but it depends on how much you'd want to reuse the wig for something else?

[Anonymous No.6550738]

>>6534647
For a Mami Tomoe cosplay, I'm confused about the corset deal. Custom corsets, I know, can be very pricey. I've seen some girls get a corset underneath and buy a tight costume, but I'm not sure how well that would work.
Any advice please? I posted in the corset thread but it's kinda gone.

[Anonymous No.6550771]

>>6550738
make it, corsets are not as hard to make as you think they are. It's all about making sure it fits, so do a mockup and make sure it gives you the shape you want before you make the actual corset.

[Anonymous No.6550789]

>>6550771
How much skill do they require? I don't really have much skill with sewing, since my friend commissions my costumes for me.

[Anonymous No.6550792]

>>6550727

I don't plan on reusing the wig for anything else. Fire away!

[Anonymous No.6550796]

Sayaka Miki costume. Is kona cotton good enough for the skirt?

[Anonymous No.6550802]

>>6550684

Wig shops, friend. http://www.yellowpages.com/miami-fl/wig-store
Since black is a natural color you'll be able to find it in a non-costume wig store. Just get a mid length wig with some volume and cut/style.
At Party City I found some Dracula Fangs for $20, and they look great.

[Jezebel !lfueK7pnvc No.6551327]

>>6550792
This is merely what a friend of mine did for an extremely similar style. I know she made some kind of tutorial but I haven't been able to get in touch with her to get the images so I'll just have to describe it (though I'll post it if she sends it along to me before the thread dies).

Materials:
A funnel or cone of some sort
Wire
Hair clips
Hair ties
Blond wig
Scissors
Glue
Hair spray

Part one of two

[Jezebel !lfueK7pnvc No.6551328]

>>6551327
>Get a blonde wig that was at least semi-long
>Cut and style the bangs and then pulled the wig into pig tails
>At this point, tightly tie off the pig tails and hair spray the part of the wig that wasn't in the pig tails before cutting the pig tails off the wig
>Wrap the wire in the pattern of the hair spiral you're trying to achieve around a long funnel
>Wrap one of the cut off pig tails over the wire on the funnel
>Mix a small part of glue with hair spray in a spritz bottle (I don't know the ratio or even type of glue so might just want to stick with just hair spray)
>Mist the wig hair until it holds its shape
>By the wire, pull the wig off the funnel (making sure to keep the hair on the wire)
>Add more hairspray on the underside for good measure
>Both the wire and the hairspray will help the spiral curl keep its shape and the wire will later be used to attach it to the wig
>Repeat for the other pig tail.

[Anonymous No.6551454]

How to dye a wig without the infamous sharpie method?

[Anonymous No.6551728]

>>6551328

I love you! Thank for the tutorial! It seems fairly easy, but I think I'm going to get a cheap wig to try this first, I don't want to mess up on the final result. But again, thank you so much!

[Anonymous No.6551770]

>>6547771

Can anyone help me with this please?

[Anonymous No.6551780]

Any good wig places with a wig like this? Tried the few main ones I know.
And the original site it's from looks sketchy.

[Anonymous No.6551793]

>>6551770
>Gakuran
So I literally searched "Gakuran" and this was maybe the thirs link down (after a wikipedia definition and some other site)

http://www.casazen.com/vestiti_giapponesi/G_type1ENG.htm

They are based in Itally tho, but I'm sure you can find more shops. You will have to custom that collar.

As for the wig, have you just searched on ebay for a short blue-black wig? I kind of dig this one for that character (who I know nothing about and am only going by the image and the assumption it's the dude in front)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/K407-New-Fashion-Short-Blue-Black-Cosplay-Wig-/160909088696?pt=US_CSA_MWA_Wigs_Extensions&hash=item2576edd7b8

[Anonymous No.6551816]

Okay guys, I am looking to make a phyco mask that i will use for my next 2 cons, first for a phyco cosplay then for a tiny tina one. I have no idea about how to go about making this mask nor the materials i should use. i was thinking of buying some of this stuff, it looks pretty good and is fairly affordable i guess. Is there something cheaper i can buy, techniques, and easier way? should i use a small fan like from a computer for the mouth peice?

[Anonymous No.6551834]

>>6551793

Hmm, thanks, but I don't think that one is long enough, Also, it has the same waist problems.

Don't get me wrong, I did the exact same thing and googled Gakuran. The problem I'm having is they either have pockets or aren't thin in the waist.

Is there any way I can modify one so that it has that tight waist without looking bad? Also get rid of the pockets...

I'm not sure how hard it would be to do that.

Thanks for the advice on the wig though. And yes, he's a dude.

[Anonymous No.6552078]

I want to cosplay from League of Legends but the problem is, I am shy about how much skin I show. I figured a nude-colored body suit, or even leotard to at least cover my stomach and back, might resolve this. Good idea? Bad idea? Any recommendation on where I can buy one?

[Anonymous No.6552620]

I need to make little shoe bows for Keine, but I want to know if there is anyway to attach it to the shoe so that it's removable, and won't leave any imprint/ damage on it.

I thought about using double sided tailor's tape, but I'm not sure if that's going to stick all day at a con.

[Anonymous No.6552625]

>>6552620
put the bows on a clip (like even a safety pin?) and slide the clip onto your shoes!

[Anonymous No.6552642]

>>6552625
Okay thank you!
I was thinking about that, but I wasn't sure if it would be a good idea or not.

[Anonymous No.6552682]

I've never made armor before and after days looking online I just need to know if I'm going in the right direction..

so far I have wrapped my form with newspaper and packing tape in the approximate shape of the chest plate.. and then cut it in the back and reinforced with tape and trimmed it to shape. I was then thinking of using that as a pattern to make a craftfoam version that I will cover with styrene..

or could I use wonderflex right on the newspaper/tape? I would like to be able to sand and make it uniform.. Ald not to heavy or hot I'll be wearing it when it's 90°+ please help? I want to order my supplies asap

pic is the armor/character.... I'll take a photo of what I have so far when I get home from work

[Anonymous No.6552691]

>>6552620
>>6552625
You can buy actual shoe clips, or even use clip on earrings blanks, that will work much better. Good luck touhou person :D

[Taobao help? No.6552714]

Me and some friends are doing a group order and I'm looking for an Aqua cosplay from kingdom hearts. I make most of my costumes but lately since i'm doing college and high school at the same time, i'm too busy to make the main costume and will only be making the props.. I've been looking all over taobao and have searched in Chinese and in English and I cannot for the life of me find any costumes other than two for 1550 and 1750. If i'm gonna order from taobao, i'd like it to be a bit cheaper.. if anyone can give me any tips or search? thank you!!!

[Anonymous No.6552985]

Posted in the last help thread, but it autosaged before I was able to check back.

Anyone have advice on Nirvana's arms? They'll be covering a good portion of my upper arms as well, so I'd like to either have them easily removable or to have some sort of movement at the elbow (more for posing than anything else). I've been stuck over this for ages, heh...

[Anonymous No.6553086]

>>6553085
Forgot image!

[Anonymous No.6553085]

I've never made a sailor suit before, but I was wondering how you would go about constructing a top like the one in my image? I'm quite new to sewing, the most I've done is create a pair of pajama bottoms. Also, would it be considered a jacket our just a shirt that opens up?

[Anonymous No.6553143]

I would like to cosplay Black Rock Shooter, any opinions on using these boots? I've read that some people think they are terrible but they are pretty close to hers it seems. (Of course I'm going to add the cuffs and white)
if anyone has a link to another shoes I could use let me know :3

[[REDACTED] No.6553151]

>>6552985
Hey, you're the Nirvana girl! If you want the arms to be detachable in some way but still have some movement, i'd recommend having some sort of simple brace attached at the forearm with splints to have a comfortable amount of extra arm( they're supposed to pretty long and danglly). The brace would end at the palm of the puppet's hand and somewhere in the middle would be a handle for you to grab so you can maneuver the arm effectively and be able to slip it off without too much hassle. To cover up the brace, just use the sleeve of the whole arm that would meet at her shoulder pauldron/ collar/thing. The only thing to remember is just basic scaling so you're not dragging some derpy knuckles along behind you. Hope this helps you, it's so nice to see other fans of Blazblue

[Anonymous No.6553211]

>>6534847
You're going to need to style it by yourself, I don't believe there is a good premade character wig. Or even one from another character that you can use.

What you need to do is pull the hair into two pony tails high ( not sticking out of the top of your head, but high enough so it looks right( on the back of your wig, remembering to leave hair for the bangs, and then you braid the hair.

Maybe trying getting one of Arda's long pony tail wigs and then take out the one pony tail and make it into two?

[Anonymous No.6553350]

>>6552682

>>6553348
here is my chest armor that I was talking about.. since I can't post the same picture in more than one thread

[Anonymous No.6553357]

so this might sound really elementary but... is there a successful way of making a halo appear like it's floating without using the headband under the wig method? i can't wear headbands because they cut/irritate my ear.

[Anonymous No.6553364]

>>6553143
The "photo" on the left doesn't look like a photo... and I personally find that a bit unsettling...

But other than that, go for it.

[Anonymous No.6553607]

I'm working on a cosplay of a character who is skinny but with abnormally wide hips.
Right now, I'm working to lose weight for this purpose, but I was wondering if there were corsets that are relatively inexpensive and good for those who have never worn one before, to enhance the weird body shape this character has?

[Oshi !DOOP/Abchk No.6553612]

So I've got the majority of what I need for this thing from Tandy Leather, but there were a few odder pieces that they don't have.
Does anybody have any good sites for belt buckles, metal rings, and other of those kind of notions that I could check?
If it comes to it, I can make my own rectangle and step-up things, but...

[Anonymous No.6553675]

>>6553612
tandy's website has a few of those on there already, like so: http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/en-usd/home/department/buckles/heel-bar-buckles/1532-093.aspx

[Oshi !DOOP/Abchk No.6553690]

>>6553675
Yeah, but those are 2" big. I only need an inch.

[Choco-Coco !!mOxKaazUvDF No.6553692]

This thread looks like it's in autosage now so I hope it's okay if I make a new thread.

[Choco-Coco !!mOxKaazUvDF No.6553701]

>>6553692
Derp for double posting but new thread >>6553698

If you just posted you should repost in the new thread!

[Anonymous No.6553706]

>>6553690
there is this.. but its 1.5... I would keep looking on this site you are bound to find something.. it would be double tongue buckle btw

http://zackwhite.com/xcart/product.php?productid=21022&cat=725&page=3

[Oshi !DOOP/Abchk No.6553711]

>>6553706
Cool, this looks promising. Thanks

[Anonymous No.6554059]

>>6552985
Mentioned it in the old thread, but I would suggest pool noodles. Since they have a hole through them you can also attach a controlling mechanism to run through it and control movements of the hands if you'd like.