Help! Thread

[Anonymous No.7189967]

Looks like the last one is saging. It had a few help requests so let's get another started. Repost any questions that may have gone unanswered if necessary.

[Anonymous No.7189971]

I have an easy question. I'm trying to buy a pair of generic boots that I can use for my simpler costumes, but also wear casually. Do you think either of these are too feminine for crossplay or could I make them work? I know some men's boots have similar designs, but I'm leery.

[Anonymous No.7189973]

>>7189971
Top, not for crossplays

Bottom is fine

[voldie !YXLuNAGINI No.7191119]

any tips on recycling old scraps of worbla? I don't have a heat gun, but I've managed to use my stove and some tin foil to get two giant balls of the stuff. How hard is it gonna be to get it all flat again?

[Anonymous No.7191725]

Are elf ears easy to put on? And what do I need to use to make them match my skin color?

[Anonymous No.7191819]

>>7191119
Just get a heat gun. Theyre 25$ at home depot.

[Anonymous No.7191955]

Does anyone have a fabric suggestion for Morgiana? I feel like this should be the easiest thing in the world, but I don't think basic cottons will give me the fullness of her skirt (it always looks really voluminous), but I can't use anything nice like peachskin because it wouldn't fit
>>7191725
I'm pretty sure it's easy with spirit gum or some other adhesive. And for skintone most places just suggest painting them lightly yourself

[Anonymous No.7191960]

>>7191955
I'd use a linen. If you want the poof, add a petti.

[Anonymous No.7191969]

>>7191955
I used cotton and I think it came out fine. I made a petti to go underneath it though. I don't think you can get any fabric to keep that shape by itself. The petti isn't accurate, but I wasn't planning on having any upskirt shots, so I think it worked out well.

[Anonymous No.7191998]

>>7191960
Okay, I'm glad you said that because another fiend freaked out about accuracy when I thought about using a petti
>>7191969
Do you mind me having a look? If not it's cool, understand not wanting to selfpost

[Anonymous No.7192008]

>>7191998
Sure. I'm at class right now, but I can take a pic when I get home.

[Anonymous No.7192020]

>>7191955

I don't know the character so I could be off base, but there seems to be an under-skirt layer (or a folded up hem?) Would it be possible to make an underskirt and run some tubing/etc through the hem for more of a hoop skirt than a petti?

[Anonymous No.7192027]

What's the best way to make RP's striped stocking? I can't find the right colors AND stripe width, always either one or the other so I figure I just gotta make em myself.
Unless someone has a link for the right colors and width and that will ship and be here before next Thursday?

[Anonymous No.7192032]

>>7192020
A hoop would give it a completely different shape. Don't do that. There is no reason not to have a petticoat. No one will be able to see it unless you're take super low angle photos. Even then, why does it matter if they see it? Most anime clothes are held on/up by magic, which unfortunately we don't have access to. I doubt anyone who's worth knowing will give a damn about you using normal human methods to give a better appearance.

[Anonymous No.7192036]

Where's a good place to get started with sewing? I'm tired of only being able to make props and weapons.

[Anonymous No.7192037]

>>7192020
Horsehair braid could work as well.

[Anonymous No.7192041]

>>7192027
Since the stripes are so wide, you can probably get away with piecing it together from jersey. Just be careful not to add too many uncomfortable seams around the heel

[Anonymous No.7192043]

I need a cotton blend with orange and black stripes (thin stripes). Can't find anything, the most similar I get is grey and orange stripes. Any help?

That ships to Europe, pls

Thanks

[Anonymous No.7192045]

>>7192037
It's not supposed to be ruffle-y though and hoop skirts are more for A-line things while Morgiana's skirt/dress is more of a bell shape. (If you use a hoop without a petti it will look like poop. Google Anemone cosplays to see what putting a hoop at the bottom of a skirt will do.)

[Anonymous No.7192047]

>>7192036
Pick up a good sewing book first. Reader's Digest makes a surprisingly excellent one, called the New&Complete Guide. Find a place to take an intro course. Joann's has them if you can't find anything else, but check out local sewing shops and college courses too.

[Anonymous No.7192048]

>>7191955
I cosplayed her dancer outfit. At all the cons I went to, it seemed that they just used cotton. To be completely honest, it'll be difficult getting the poof without a petti unless you use a crazy thick fabric. Every Mor I've seen hasn't had the poof, so I wouldn't worry too much about it. If you're determined to get it, id just sew in some wire to the bottom hem. If you're going for the slave look, I saw someone also use muslin.

Good luck! -Crazy Magi fan

[Anonymous No.7192050]

>>7192032
This

[Anonymous No.7192051]

>>7192045

But the position and proportion of hoop gives different silhouettes. This would require 2 'hoops' but it's for sale on EGL. it's pretty bell shaped. You just wouldn't want the ruffle.

[Anonymous No.7192055]

>>7192051

Opps, picture.

Anyway, I'm working with an atypical hoop skirt right now, so mabye I just have hoop on the brain, and like I said, I'm not familiar with the character. But I think it would be doable, the biggest concern being the hoops showing through the skirt layer.

[Anonymous No.7192062]

>>7192055
But you would nee a petti anyway to cover the hoops, and the shape is achievable with just a petti, so why not go the simpler route? The skirt is mid thigh length at its longest in reference, so a hoop skirt might be too much. I dunno.

I do like the shape of what you've posted though. I would totally use it for lolita or something.

[Anonymous No.7192066]

>>7192062
This, hoopskirts are always worn with a smaller petti between it and the overskirt otherwise it looks like garbage.

[Anonymous No.7192069]

Going as Rohan from Jojo, any ideas on what would make a good base wig

[Anonymous No.7192071]

>>7192037
I'm not sure what any of that has to do with my suggestion to use horsehair braid? I think you meant to reply to >>7192020

[Anonymous No.7192079]

>>7191725
Very easy to put on with spirit gum. I got mine here
http://www.aradanicostumes.com/elf_ears/elf_ear_pairs

The website even has liquid latex to help blend the ears and also allows you to get them painted lighter or darker. Mine matched up really well which surprised me as I'm a tan dude

[Anonymous No.7192085]

>>7192066

I think it would at least reduce the amount of layers underneath the skirt, if the poster was concerned about too fluffy of a look underneath the skirt. It is somewhat much though, it could definitely be achieved with a full petti, my only thinking is if the person didn't want it, or is just generally concerned about the petticoat showing up in some kind of photos, a hoop + thin petti underneath would clear up the around-the-legs area.

But yeah, especially if you already have a petti for lolita etc or something, way easier.

>>7192071

Horsehair braid definitely poofs up the skirt, I was thinking of that too, but it's more of a wavy poof, it won't keep the right shape, I believe. Too ruffly.

[Anonymous No.7192141]

Another JoJo anon here-- I'm cosplaying Yasuho from JoJolion pretty soon. I have the wig already, but I cannot for the life of me figure out how to make her round hair accessories.

I've considered using plastic Christmas ornaments or something similar and drilling some holes into them, but then I'm stuck on how to keep them attached to the hair after threading the hair through. I also don't want the pieces to be so heavy that they weigh down the wig a lot, so I'd prefer not to use Sculpey or similar things like that.

Any ideas would be very much appreciated!

[Anonymous No.7192234]

>>7192141
First off, you're an amazing person for cosplaying Yashuo and I hope you post pics of the finished product. Secondly, I would suggest maybe using some sort of large spherical hair clip placed into the braiding. You would be able to clip it in in a manner where it looks like it covers the hair and it wouldn't add any extra weight like Sculpy or some shit.
That's all I got for ideas, maybe it leads you in the right direction?

[Anonymous No.7192271]

>>7192234
Thanks! I'll definitely post some pictures when done. My boyfriend is going to be Gappy/Jo2uke along with me; we're doing the volume 2 cover color schemes.

Yeah, that's another concept I've considered, but I have no idea how to create spherical clips that can split and then lock without having a large obvious clip place on the outside of it.

[voldie !YXLuNAGINI No.7192277]

>>7191819
if im gonna spend money, i may as well just buy a new roll of worbla. ill probably just end up putting it in the oven or something

[Anonymous No.7192348]

>>7191998
Here you go.

[Anonymous No.7192424]

>>7192079
I need Link elf ears, and their Legend elf ears is unfortunately discontinued. Are there any other alternatives?

[Anonymous No.7192443]

Anyone have any tips for working with insulation foam? What do you guys seal it with? I've seen a bunch of different sealing methods and I want to hear what you guys think.

[Anonymous No.7192472]

>>7192443
Plaster
white glue
I dunno dude there's a shit ton of things you can use.

[Anonymous No.7192511]

>>7192510
Industrial designer here to confirm this.

[Anonymous No.7192510]

>>7192443
My boyfriend is an industrial designer and works with this stuff all the time. He taught me how to make "sculptures" with it. (and by sculpture, I mean any kind of cosplay prop)

First you use spray adhesive to layer the foam together to the thickness you need.
Then use any kind of carving tool to get the shape desired. Sand paper it down until it is somewhat smooth, and cover in joint compound (at least an 1/8" thick). And then sand it down until it is completely smooth.

I made a Princess Mononoke mask using this method. It worked excellently and gave beautiful results.

[Anonymous No.7192514]

>>7192271
Please get your boyfriend to do the "I win. Completely" pose from the Extortion Road arc. There isn't enough JoJo cosplay and I must see this

[Higdog No.7192521]

>>7192443
Well i havent done much with pink foam, so others probably have a better idea than me, but ive found the most success by covering whatever ive made with several brushed on layers of latex paint, then giving it a coat of fiberglass resin. After that you can bondo and sand it, then paint. I used this method for the body of this rifle and (while wood probably wouldve been a better chioce looking back) it came out pretty well. As far as tools go, a rasp and file are incredibly useful, as are a coping saw, a mouse sander, and a few sharp knives. Also, be careful when trying to glue foam to things, because hot glue can burn through it, and the chemicals in superglue will melt it. The best thing to do is use the foamboard adhesive that you squeeze out of a caulking tube, you can usually find it on a rack right next to wherever you bought the foam. What do you plan on making with it by the way?

[Anonymous No.7192650]

>>7192348
Ooo looking great, thanks for posting. Okay, now I don't need to worry about using cotton or linen. is that all a single layer? Or double layers?

[Anonymous No.7192671]

>>7192650
The cotton is one layer. It's a circle skirt, but I wish I'd done a 3/4 skirt because sometimes it makes ruffles and I have to smooth it out. The petti is two tiers because of how short the skirt is. I didn't take exact measurements when I made it. I just kept gathering and pinning until the shape looked about right.

[Anonymous No.7192972]

Anyone know a good tool for installing snaps and metal rings (grommets I guess) in thin leather and cloth?

I've seen some but they normally aren't too descriptive on them.

[Anonymous No.7193165]

I'm making a pair of yo yos that are supposed to have retractable blades that spring out when thrown. Is this possible in real life? I can't think of how I could make a mechanism that would activate like that.
I guess I could just make one set of yo yos without blades and one with, for different poses.

>>7192972
I usually see snaps and grommets sold with the tools as a set. Like so: http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/en-usd/home/department/hardware/snaps/3631-00.aspx

Maybe you can find some good search terms on that page?

[Anonymous No.7193201]

>>7193165
Thanks. Yea usually see them as a set, though I wonder if any tool pretty well does all of them or if there is brand specifications. Not sure if its all pretty standardized so I can find a good rated tool and just buy a big bag of rings.

[Anonymous No.7193200]

Planning on going to RTX this year and was wondering if anyone had ideas on what the best material would be to make Halo Mjolnir armor I'm looking at the pepakura method right now but know there are other methods and just wanted some input

[Anonymous No.7193332]

I have sweating problems mostly during hotter weather, where my back starts sweating ridiculously even if it's only a little bit hot. I do shower often and stay clean, but I don't want to stain my cosplay pieces with sweat or anything. What should I do to avoid this? Always wear undershirts and stay hydrated?

[Anonymous No.7193341]

What exactly are those discs that Nami wears on her hip? I'm manga only, so maybe it's more clear in the show, but I can't tell if they're supposed to be metal or what.

[Anonymous No.7193374]

>>7193332
Underarmor.

[Anonymous No.7193481]

>>7193374
Underarmor?

[Anonymous No.7193510]

>>7193481
http://www.underarmour.com/
It's a line of sports clothing.

[Anonymous No.7193514]

>>7193341
It's not really clear in the show either, sometimes it looks like just a pattern on the pants, other times slightly raised as shown in your pic. I would think it to be some sort of embellishment?

[Anonymous No.7193829]

Where can I found subtle afro wigs. Running a search all I find are super poofy comical looking ones.

Pic not related but its the same type of afro I want

[Anonymous No.7193838]

>>7193829
look for a curly wig rather than an afro wig. You're needing the jewfro look. Alternatively you could get the really big one and gel it down to look more like that.

[Anonymous No.7193856]

>>7193829
>>7193838
or just...y'know...cut it

[Anonymous No.7194357]

Someone help please? I'm making Madoka's magical girl outfit, and I'm trying to gradient dye her petal skirt. Mine is a circle skirt, so in test mockups I had an awful time trying to dip dye it. Instead I'm trying to use a spray bottle of dye on wet fabric. It ended up pretty blotchy (and dark). Anyone have any suggestions? Maybe using a less saturated dye mix would fix both problems? (obviously the dark part...) I hate using dye.

[Anonymous No.7194360]

>>7194357

Have you considered airbrushing the fabric?

[Anonymous No.7194363]

>>7194360

I don't have an airbrush and don't intend to buy one. I was chewed out on another help thread with some 'just dye it faggot' when I asked about airbrushing to begin with, now I have my whole thing cut out in white fabric and need to go pink.

[Anonymous No.7194418]

>>7194357
Fabric seems to come out splotchy if it's touching anything when you apply the dye (I learned this the fail-way trying to silk-paint a kimono: apparently it's supposed to get stretched in a frame). Try safety pinning the skirt petal to a hanger or something and applying the dye while it's hanging.
- Oxyclean might strip the ones that are too dark to an acceptable color
- dampen the fabric before you apply the dye: test on scraps. If it's soaking wet the dye will make drips, if it's too dry it won't gradiate nicely
- apply the dye with a brush instead of a spray bottle
- use a less concentrated dye and stir it constantly during use

[Anonymous No.7194456]

>>7194363
dip die with diluted dye. That's the best you can hope for. Where you want it darker just re dip.

[voldie !YXLuNAGINI No.7195855]

To seal EVA foam armor, would it be better to use gesso or plastidip?

[ValleLator !nCGvC6eOuQ No.7195881]

>>7195855
>making mask
>using plastidip/liquid latex method
>melts mannequin head

I wouldn't use Plastidip.

[voldie !YXLuNAGINI No.7195887]

>>7195881
Well I'm not gonna use a mannequin head, I'll just be spraying the armor itself dummy

[ValleLator !nCGvC6eOuQ No.7195888]

>>7195887
You said it's foam.
What are mannequin heads made of?
At least test it first.

[Anonymous No.7195891]

>>7195888
foam =/= polystyrene?

[voldie !YXLuNAGINI No.7195896]

>>7195888
it's a different kind of foam. Also there's tons of tutorials that suggest plastidip. I know it works, I just dunno which works better

[ValleLator !nCGvC6eOuQ No.7195897]

>>7195896
Do you have left over pieces? Test those pick the one you like.

[voldie !YXLuNAGINI No.7195900]

>>7195897
yeahhh but then I have to buy gesso and plastidip. I figure some seagulls must have experience with both

[ValleLator !nCGvC6eOuQ No.7195904]

>>7195900
Oh. I was under the assumption you already had them.

[Anonymous No.7195918]

Where do you all find decent enough wigs at cheap prices for everyday use? I'm looking for a black wig with blue ends, that that new ombre shit. plz respond, thx

[Anonymous No.7195926]

Is crepe back satin acceptable to use in costumes?

Ive got something that for sure needs to be made out of satin, but I have no idea what kinds are shit tier and which are acceptable to use.

[Kamui !hMk3cortn2 No.7195932]

>>7195900
Use plastidip. Gesso won't get smooth enough and you maybe have still to sand it (and then it can get cracks). Several layers of plastidip however become like a layer of protective and clean rubber. Just make sure to mix the plastidip with 50% water so the foam can absorm the mix and become much more sturdy then. You would need then around 10 layers, but the more you apply the better.

[Anonymous No.7195939]

>>7195926
Really depends on the crepe back satin. Overall, fabrics designated as "bridal" satin tend to be of higher quality. But you'll know best if you actually put your hands on the fabric, hold it up and see how it drapes, etc.

[Anonymous No.7195952]

I plan on cosplaying Sheik from LoZ, but I can't sew to save my life so I'm resorting a bit to buying the costume. The only full suits I've seen was some Milanoo bullshit and some things off Ebay, but I'd rather not go for either knowing the quality of both. I actually have several sewing machines, however as I said before, I can hand sew just fine but can't machine sew to save my life. Any tips on what I should do would be just super

[Anonymous No.7195960]

>>7195939
Whats a good way to tell if its not shit?

This is my first time buying satin and I dont want to end with something horrible. I'll be buying it from Joanns. Nothing else in the area, sadly. Though if someone knows somewhere online they can recommend that would be awesome too

[Anonymous No.7195999]

>>7195960
Here are some ways to tell that the fabric isn't so good:

-- It's very wrinkly on the bolt/appears to wrinkle easily
-- It's thin/flimsy/transparent
-- It drapes crappily (this is hard to describe, but sort of drape it over your arm and see how it hangs, also just hold it up and see how it falls to the ground)
-- It looks really shiny in photos (if you have a camera with a flash, bring it and take a picture and see how it photographs). Satin should have some sheen, but it looks really cheap and bad when it's super shiny.

Pic related is what you don't want.

If you're at Joann's you should be OK with their "bridal satin," I think.

[Anonymous No.7196001]

>>7195960
Also when sewing with satin, I'd recommend using french or flat felled seams or at the very least finishing your seams with a zigzag or overlock stitch, because it definitely likes to fray.

[Anonymous No.7196739]

Hello!
I will be cosplaying Alois in the maid outfit for a con in a few months, and I was wondering:
Should I bind? I know it's a common complaint that people who do Trap!Ciel don't bind, and there's the fact that Alois is, well, a dude. It's just that it looks like there's some fake boobage going on with the outfit.
Also, if I did bind, would wearing a binder AND a corset be too much? By that I mean, is it safe?

[Anonymous No.7196750]

>>7196739
>It's just that it looks like there's some fake boobage going on with the outfit.
Yeeeah just keep your normal boobs sans binding. No sense in making yourself flat and then stuffing your shirt.
Though a corset might push the girls up a bit, so try a sports bra or an ahh bra where they compress some but have no underwire. I mean then you could add a little fake padding if they're meant to be that way.

[Anonymous No.7196756]

>>7195999
For drape, maybe try reading this:
http://www.coletterie.com/fabric-haberdashery/choosing-fabric-weight-vs-drape

[Anonymous No.7196760]

>>7196750
>Yeeeah just keep your normal boobs sans binding. No sense in making yourself flat and then stuffing your shirt.
That's what I was planning to do, I suppose I didn't make that clear, haha.
That sounds good, though! I'll probably end up using a sports bra since I already have some. Thank you!

[Anonymous No.7196991]

>>7192443
Speaking of pink insulation foam where can i buy it in australia i do google searches and it jsut links to private companies who wont return my emails

I live in victoria if that helps

[Anonymous No.7197155]

I'm trying to find prescription white contacts. The highest power I've seen available is 4.0, but I need at least 7.0. Does anyone sell these in higher prescriptions? Thanks.

[Anonymous No.7197521]

So I'm using one of those plastic candy trays to make some resin charms

I'm pretty sure the resin is dry now but I can't seem to get it out of there. I don't want to break/bend the plastic too much... is there anything I can do to get it out easier?

[Anonymous No.7197546]

>>7197521
Did you spray the mold with mold releasing stuff beforehand? Because if not they're stuck in there.

[Anonymous No.7197567]

>>7197566
Try putting it in the freezer.

[Anonymous No.7197566]

>>7197546
Well, fuck

Noob mistake, I guess...

[Anonymous No.7197572]

>>7197567
Ill try this, thanks

[Anonymous No.7197575]

>>7197566
It happens. I did the same thing my first time with them.

>>7197567
This might work.

[Anonymous No.7197820]

>>7197566

For future references. Whenever you use any kind of mold. Use something that prevents sticking.

If its cooking or crafting. But hei, mistakes make sure you wont forget it next time.

[Anonymous No.7197999]

Does anyone know a good way to make a bow very similar to the one in the picture? Im gonna cosplay launch, but I wanna make the bow not shit-tier and i feel like this is the best one ive seen cannonicly.

[bloop !!5uw8id/A5CE No.7198002]

>>7197572
I forgot to put release spray the first time I worked with resin, and I managed to pop it out after leaving it in the freezer. Needless to say, I was really fucking thankful it did and didn't forgot that spray the next time around.

[Anonymous No.7198003]

>>7197999
use thick interfacing

[Anonymous No.7198098]

>>7197999

Like >>7198003 said, thick interfacing, but also spray starch and a wire frame will really help keep it's shape.

[Anonymous No.7198148]

Not really a "construction" question, but is it weird to cosplay from Pokemon XY when you haven't played it yet? My friends want to put together an XY group and I don't have a 3DS yet but I've played all the other Pokemon games. Am I just better off sitting out of it?

[Anonymous No.7198186]

>>7198148
I don't think it's a big deal for Pokemon, just join the group if you want to.

[Anonymous No.7198192]

>>7197999

those rabbit ear bows that are popular in Korea are just wire and fabric, if that helps

[Anonymous No.7198558]

This hat. What kind of hat is it? Anyone know where I could find one like it?

Or possibly, does anyone know a simple way of making a hat?

I'm considering just getting a boater hat since that's the most similar of what I can find, but figured I should ask here first.

[Anonymous No.7198565]

>>7198558
in the game they call it a fedora

[Anonymous No.7198577]

>>7198558
I'd call it a boater or a porkpie.

[Anonymous No.7198587]

>>7198565
The one you start out with is just referred to as a 'felt hat.' It'd probably be difficult to find one to buy in that specific shape, outside of cosplay specific stores, and then they might look pretty cheap. Another option would be to commission one.

I wouldn't use a boater hat, since boaters are usually made from a straw material, and simply painting one pink wouldn't look too great, although the game does have two actual boater hats. You could opt for the one with a red ribbon around it; it'd still be accurate, but not as big as the original hat.

[Anonymous No.7198589]

>>7198558
Looks like a sun hat or bucket hat with the rim turned up.

[Anonymous No.7198633]

>>7198558
I just looked up red round hat and got a ton of hits that could work.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fashion-Women-Lady-Casual-Belted-Round-Top-Hat-Wool-Bowler-Derby-Cap-Colors-Pick-/171167417458?pt=US_Hats&var=&hash=item27da5f8472

this one I think would work fine if you just rolled up the brim

[Anonymous No.7198690]

>>7198688
What kind of wig, anon?

[Anonymous No.7198688]

Anybody know how to dye a wig or have any good tutorials?

[Anonymous No.7198696]

>>7198690
I wanna dye half of a short white wig
black
>like pic related

[Anonymous No.7198715]

>>7198696
It would honestly be easier to just sew two different wigs together. Look up how to make a two-toned wig.

[Anonymous No.7198717]

>>7198696
For black, you're going to need to use FW Ink.
>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3IB-KJOxvg
>http://www.cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=154280

[Anonymous No.7198810]

>>7198558
I don't mean to hijack the anon's question, but I'm cosplaying the character too, should her hat be pink or red?

[Anonymous No.7198814]

>>7198810
Red.

[Anonymous No.7198889]

Hey guys, me again.
I'm cosplaying Inori from Guilty Crown (pic related) and the socks/body piece/gloves are made of vynil.
I need help figuring out what to use on the sleeves and the things that come out of her hips.
Should I make it vynil too and try to paint it or should I use something else? I even tough about using something a little bit transparent.

[Anonymous No.7199001]

My gf wants me to cosplay with her at an upcoming con, and I don't know how to sew for shit. I thought I'd do Heavy from TF2, since I'm a big, heavyset guy, and most of the clothes I can source.

I want to make the gun through to carry around with me as a prop. Can anybody give me some tips on how to make it?

[Anonymous No.7199015]

I'm making a sword for a friend's costume and I need some ideas on what to use for material. Preferably something easy to work with. Right now all I have is foam board, but that's not strong enough, it'll break at the handle (it's a pretty heavy sword). Any ideas? Pic related, it's the sword. I figure the 6 swords can be foamboard, it's the main sword that needs to be a stronger material
Also, not meant to be used as a real weapon

[Anonymous No.7199041]

>>7199015

I have a simmilar question like this anon. Ill be making this kind of sword. I already made the rough shape out of thick card (3mm) and pink insulation foam.

I have a wood handle running trough the whole thing to give it a bit off stability, but how do i finish it up and hardne it nicely. Im split between fiberglass and papermache, in any case i would still have to prime and sand the thing, and then add the details with a more formable material.

[Anonymous No.7199043]

>>7199041

I forgot my image.

[Anonymous No.7199060]

>>7199041
How did you attach the wooden handle?

[Anonymous No.7199065]

>>7199060

Not permanently attached atm, just tacked on to allow changes. But it goes trough the whole thing and in the end will be hotglued to the thick card.

Was even thinking about using a stapler gun, as the staples should not be visible once i would put something over it.

[Anonymous No.7199075]

>>7199065
Hot glue's fine, but you're gonna have to put it all along the length of the wood so that it'll stick to the entire length of the blade. For the sake of smoothness, I'd go with fiberglass though. You can probably just use electric tape for the handle details there, though

[Anonymous No.7199079]

Any recommendations for a good garter belt? I've only had experience with a cheap ebay one that wouldn't hold up. I'm petite so it didn't fit at all.

I'm looking for thin straps for pic related.

[Anonymous No.7199092]

Can anyone reccomend a good SS?

I currently only have a taobao agent, and I need a SS for some ~burando~. I've never bought new, so I need some help.

[Anonymous No.7199105]

>>7199079
She looks more like she's wearing fake garter tights.

[Anonymous No.7199129]

>>7199079
She's not wearing a real garter belt, she's wearing tights that look like they have one.

I actually achieved this look by getting black tights and cutting them to look like that and then layering them under sheer matte stockings.

[Anonymous No.7199152]

>>7199129
>>7199079

Rather than butchering a black one and layering another on top of it, you can buy fake garter belt stockings cheap from ebay. Otherways I'd suggest a heavy-duty garterbelt. I own one from Sockdreams and that holds shit up mad well.

[Anonymous No.7199154]

I can't keep a fucking wig to stay on my head to save my life. Is there such a thing as wig glue to keep them on because I am about to invest in such a thing

[Anonymous No.7199171]

>>7199154
I know spirit gum is good for fake facial hair and stuff. Might be able to use it.


Does anyone know where I can get good single, battery powered green LEDs? All I keep finding is christmas lights and they have 500 bulbs. I just need a couple. I found some white ones, but I didnt want to try panting over them, fucking it up,just to find a better option.

[Anonymous No.7199178]

>>7199171
FORGOT TO ASK AS WELL:
is tere a specialfabric that you can see out of, but not into? Sounds odd, I know. You see, I have a mask, but I dont want people to see my eyes. I need black material that I can still see out of but wont ruin the cosplay by having my eyes showing.

[Anonymous No.7199176]

>>7199075

Oh god genious, thanks for the electric tape tip. I was wondering if i would have to use some sort of tennis racket grip binds.

[Anonymous No.7199193]

>>7199178

A fabric like that does not exist afaik. But a trick does. Generally a simmilar effect can be achieved with any black fabric you can partially see trough, depends on how your mask looks.

What helps is painting your faces, or at least everything around the eyes black. Simmilar way 1 way mirrors work. If more light will be reflected by the fabric outside than by your black painted skin, you should not be able to see the eyes behind it, altough some of it will most likely stay visible.

[Anonymous No.7199196]

>>7199178
Just about any thin black material, like opaque tights, or even from a thin black t-shirt will work for that. Though things'll be a bit tinted, you'll see through just fine.

[Anonymous No.7199201]

>>7199193
>>7199196
Alright sounds good, figured Id ask before I go buying things. Thanks

[Anonymous No.7199210]

>>7199152
I'd rather have a real garter belt since I can probably get away with that plus I've always wantded one for regular use. But if it comes down to it, I'll get those stockings.

I also looked at SockDreams and their selections aren't my cup of tea. Their straps are too thick and/or their waist bands could cause problems.

[Anonymous No.7199246]

>>7199154
Are you pinning it in place? Not bobby pins, hair pins. I put at least 6-8 pins in every wig, even if it fits me well, and the thing won't budge all day.

You can also sew in combs (like toupee clips) around the hairline. These can be painful to wear all day, though.

[Anonymous No.7199273]

>>7199246
I... hadn't thought of pinning it.

...And now I feel rather dumb.

[Anonymous No.7199282]

>>7199273
Just remember:
Pin your wig cap to your hair and then pin your wig to the wig cap.

[Anonymous No.7199304]

So I have a silly thing. I have no idea how this guy's scarf/cloak is supposed to go. I keep thinking it is two, but then others make it into one and more patchwork.

And another time I think it looks like a small cloak, with a scarf that turns INTO a cloak. Just need a hand I suppose, since I am in planning stage for this.

[Anonymous No.7199308]

>>7199304

Just another picture

[Anonymous No.7199310]

Okay, opinions please.

I'm doing a Fem!Kurogane cosplay in January, and I'm trying to figure out what to do about headwear.

I'll be dying my hair black (temporarily) and pulling into a ponytail (practical hairdo for a warrior). However, Kuro-tan has this faceplate thing. I don't particularly want to take that on, because it'll look stupid if I make it. So instead I was planning on doing something like Souma's headband nonsense. (my outfit is basically an adaptation of Souma's outfit, altered to be more Kuroganeish.)

I was thinking just a red headband, having my bags sticking out over the top, and putting the moon bit in the center. What do y'all think?
The overall cosplay is pic shown, then red tights (possibly with black fishnets over top, not sure on that yet) and plain black lace up combat-style boots, that come to about mid-calf. I'm still working on the wrist cuffs / bracers, I'm not entirely sure how to go about making those. I would think they're supposed to be more like armor, but at the same time, it'd be easier to just make them out of fabric.


inb4 fem cosplay shitposting.


Other concrit is also welcome. It's the first cosplay that I'm making myself, so I really want it to be good.

Also, yes, I know the belt is too high. I accidentally made it too small, I have to redo it.

[Anonymous No.7199312]

>>7199308
>>7199304

References!

[Anonymous No.7199319]

>>7199079
Honestly, I'd look in a lingerie shop. They make legit garter belts, and you'll most likely be able to find one that looks how you want it to.

Alternately, check out bridal shops, or with a bit of digging, you could find a decent one on ebay. I assume you want one with the little clips instead of that strange loopy rubber bit, right?

Alternately, you could find clips and just make the garters yourself, then buy a cheapo belt with removable straps and replace them with your own. You'd really only have to sew some elastic onto the clips.

[Anonymous No.7199330]

>>7196739
As long as you don't have huge boobs, just go au naturale. Wear a sports bra rather than one that would make your boobs extra shapely.

Also, a corset doesn't really seem necessary, Alois' waist isn't really that small here compared to his top half, and the hips can be achieved with a petti/crinoline.

[Anonymous No.7199337]

>>7197155
Erg. Colored contacts in prescription strengths are really hard to find. I'd go to your eye doc about it. I'm a -6 in both eyes with astigmatism, so I really have no other options, but my eye doctor had a lot of choices, for not too much money. Plus they you know they're accurate and safe.

>>7197999
Sew some armature wire into the fabric, that way you can shape them how you want, and they won't move.

I'd shape the wire, then use a stretchy fabric. Cut the fabric to be exactly the size of the wire, sew it, leaving a small gap. Then put the wire inside, and reshape it how you need it. It'll stay abd look super cute.

If you want it thicker, add some quilt batting in the middle.

[Anonymous No.7199353]

>>7199310
>I'll be dying my hair black (temporarily) and pulling into a ponytail (practical hairdo for a warrior).
Just get a wig anon, geez. It will look better anyways.

[Anonymous No.7199357]

>>7199353
I can't do wigs, unfortunately.

I have issues with chronic migraines, and the two times I wore wigs, I ended up in so much pain I had to retire from the con halfway through the day, and spent the remainder of the afternoon and night in my room, alternating between sleeping and vomiting.

[Anonymous No.7199360]

>>7199357
Are the wigs too small on you? If so I'd say find a way to make them bigger and more comfortable. If not then that fucking sucks.

[Anonymous No.7199362]

>>7199360
No, I have a tiny head, they're actually a bit too big, no matter what I do. I ended up crossing the little stretchy bits and hooking them on the opposite side's loops, and it still slid around, despite the 10+ pins I had to keep it in place. Those also stabbed into my head and probably didn't help.

I am going to test dye it though, to make sure it looks okay.

The non-adjustable netting wigs actually work well for me, but the only wigs that have that are shitty and way too thin, and are really hard to salvage. I have a black one here that I soaked in fabric softener for two weeks, and it's still shiny as fuck.

[Anonymous No.7199367]

>>7199362
Damn. I have a small head too, so I know how that feels. Next time you want to pin a wig in place, though, may I suggest wig clips?

I guess you could always just take all of the hair off of the non-adjustable wigs and then sew new wefts in yourself. It's a lot of work but at least then you'd be able to wear them again.

[Anonymous No.7199528]

>>7199362
are you adding talcum powder to the softener?

[Anonymous No.7199531]

does anyone know what size sheets of worbla you get when ordering from yaya? like, how much material am i paying for here? her shop doesn't specify at all

[voldie !YXLuNAGINI No.7199683]

>>7199531
I'd order from cosplaysupplies if i were you. the shipping is way faster that yaya's, they communicate better, and not guaranteeing but im pretty sure it costs less

[Anonymous No.7199790]

>>7199528
Yeah. My mom bought it from Party City because I told her I'd been looking for a black wig that wouldn't kill my head.

I figured I'd at least /try/ to save it, but the bottom is so tangled, I couldn't even use it for Halloween. I might try cutting it, if nothing else it'll give me practice

I get all of my friends' wigs together, I'm just really awful at cutting the bangs.

[Anonymous No.7199794]

>>7199367
I'll definitely give them a shot ovo

Now I suppose comes the problem of finding a wig that'll work for me.

I'm also trying to find a dark brown / black mixed wig for Kiki, but I'm not having any luck there either.

[Anonymous No.7199807]

>>7197566
My resin usually gets a little stuck, so I gently tap the back of the mold with a hammer.
Good luck getting them out!

[Anonymous No.7199986]

hey there, i am having trouble finding a good wig for sheeta (the girl on the left) or at least a good color can anyone help me out? like with color suggestions?

[Anonymous No.7199997]

>>7199986
Isn't it just a chocolate brown?

[Anonymous No.7200550]

What do you gulls do for big obnoxious heart shaped ornaments on your costumes, like in the Super Scout's fukus or Panty and Stocking's angel outfits? Do you recommend using one of these fillable clear ball things, or is there some other method that looks better?

[Anonymous No.7200553]

Cosplaying Heavy, does someone know where I can buy a bullet belt that looks good and isn't ridiculously expensive?

[Anonymous No.7200582]

Finishing the boning and lining for my bodice piece and am now moving on to the skirt. Every rendition I've seen thus far has had sort of a sad droopy skirt that seems to scream "kill meeee" very softly.

My first instinct is to use a 150" hoop skirt and simply extract the front horizontal wiring and petticoat paneling. I was going to modify and weld some support and vertical wiring to hold the shape, and add large amount of tulle between the red lining, hoop petticoat, and over-skirt.

My question is do you think that will be enough to keep the shape puffy enough to make it difficult to get through doors?

The second option would be a modified bustle.
>I'll try and post progress pics in the morning.

[Anonymous No.7200590]

How could I go about making Satsuki's sword from Kill la Kill?

[Anonymous No.7200594]

>>7200590
Also as a guy attempting to do this crossplay, what other tips would you give?

[Anonymous No.7200641]

>>7200582
Do the hoop and stuff. Though you would want something more flexible than a normal wire, that can still keep shape. Then you'll be able to get through doors and sit.

[Anonymous No.7200642]

>>7200594
About what in particular? It's easier if you ask questions.

[Anonymous No.7200648]

I need to make 10-15 of these throwing knives for a cosplay. I'm not too experienced with making prop-weapons, so I don't know what material to use. Preferrably something relatively lightweight and durable, enough so that a knife won't bend/break under light stress. I was thinking expanding foam, and a friend suggested cutting/carving wooden yard sticks... Help?

[Anonymous No.7200651]

>>7200648
I don't know about yard sticks, that sounds silly. But definitely wood. Foam will break.

[Anonymous No.7200653]

>>7200651

Any suggestions on what type of wood? I'm thinking probably not Balsa because that stuff is breakable as hell, but I don't exactly have a full woodworking shop to use. I guess I'm looking for a wood that's sturdy but won't give me carpal tunnel while I'm carving out ten of these little fuckers. Also if it's any help, these knives are around 6" long each, maybe around 2.5" at the widest point?

[Anonymous No.7200657]

>>7200641
The hoop skeleton I've modified outside of the petti looks pic related. Only difference would be in size, mine being much larger. Do you think extracting the front piece and welding thick plumbing copper wire vertically to just the front would give the desired bell shape if I lay the plumbing wire in an inverted V shape?

Thank you so much for responding and helping by the way.

[Anonymous No.7200672]

Does someone know where to buy socks like this?

[Anonymous No.7200679]

>>7200672
Those are fucking adorable. I'd say try looking around sockdreams or some place similar, find something similar and sew lace on the top, fold it down, and do your buttons.

[Anonymous No.7200685]

>>7200672
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=28010163&cm_mmc=CJ-_-Affiliates-_-ShopStyle.com-_-11292048#051

Add lace

[Anonymous No.7200721]

>>7200648

Paper!

Seriously, do it with paper. There is i think a thread still on /po/ of a guy who made the same knives out of paper, and if you want really durable ones search youtube for how to make paper swords. Should be the same principle appliable to throwing knives.

The swords that guy makes out of paper also seem to be really durable, but for a sword it took him around 3 days or so to make iirc the results were amazing tough.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9twzsSILUk

Actually here, have a link.

[Anonymous No.7200734]

Ok anons, sorry for the hoard of questions but...

Me and my boyfriend are going to do this cosplay for an upcoming con.
Can the hero gauntlet be made out of craft foam? Can the belt buckle as well? How do I make it not look like shit?
How do I achieve the fullness of pbub's skirt? Should I make or buy a hoop skirt, is more than that required?
For pbubs wig, what color would work (on Arda probably)
Should I just buy Finn's sword? How should I go about making that if not?
The con is a sold 4 months away but may as well start preparing now, especially if I need to do intense craft work or order anything overseas.

[Anonymous No.7200737]

>>7200685
>>7200679

Different anon, just chiming to add that you should get stretch lace if you decide to go the DIY route.

[Anonymous No.7200793]

Today, or rather tommorow as everything seems to go wrong today, ill be using fiberglass on my prop for the first time. But when i looked up the kinds of resin that can be used for it, i saw you have an epoxy and a poliester one.

Its going to be a sword prop (not meant for hitting anything but its bulky), wich one should i use? >>7199075 if you have any fiberglass experience, tips would be apretiated.

[Anonymous No.7200833]

>>7199312
>>7199310
>>7199308

Just a slight bump so I could hopefully get a response to help witht his.

[Anonymous No.7200837]

>>7200793
Polyester resin is like 1/3 the price of epoxy resin and can be purchased at Home Depot/Lowes/regular hardware stores. Use polyester resin.

[Anonymous No.7200838]

>>7200837

Both are availible at my hardware store. Im looking for the more newbie friendly one. One that allows a bit more time maybe or wont make me end up in ER because of the fumes or something because its going to be the first time attempting this.

[Anonymous No.7200841]

>>7200837

Also, its going to be touching pink insulation foam. Am i running at risk of any chemicals in it desolving the foam?

[Anonymous No.7200848]

>>7199310
One thing I'd advise is lining the cloak on the inside with red. Satin if you can get your hands on it. It seems to follow the mish-mash of costumes better.

Can I ask for a bit of help?

I'm trying to do a cosplay of Sonnia Cridd for the first time MCM expo comes to my country. It'll be my first proper cosplay, but moving swiftly onwards.

Picture of the lady in question is here. >>7190856

The cuffs on the coat are my current problem. I know that they'll need to be seperate, but I can't figure out what they're made from. Leather? Metal (Painted effect IRL)? Starched cloth? Perhaps a different pair of eyes can spot it.

Any advice for later on in the costume would be wonderful too. I currently have the coat and the wig finished.

[Anonymous No.7200863]

>>7200642
About make up I guess to make myself look more feminine. I'm a complete noob when it comets to the stuff. What kinds do I need? How do I use it? Etc

[Anonymous No.7201108]

Okay, so I'm doing Cerebella from Skullgirls. I've got bootcovers that slip over my boots. Most of the construction is done(I still need to add the diamonds on one and hem the top) and I'm wondering what to use on the bottom to prevent slipping. Should I just get some anti-slip/non skid shoe pads and glue them on the bottom of the shoe covers? They're readily available and not terribly expensive.

Also second question. I'm doing an alternate color palette. The one that's based off Harley Quinn so she has white body paint. I'm planning to attach my boot covers to some tights/leggings so I don't have to worry about painting my legs. But I'm wondering, I haven't done full face paint in years, so I'm not sure where I should contour with the clown white makeup since flat white looks really bad on me.

[Anonymous No.7201256]

I want to cosplay sakura but I have no idea what to do for this wig.

First of all, she has those weird long strands coming out of the bottom, so I can't just alter a bob.

Second of all, theres also that M shape curve on top of her bangs. I have never seen a good cosplay with her hair like that, so I'm thinking of just having it laid flat.

Should I just look for a pre-styled wig on taobao? And if the pre-styled wig has that M, could i just comb it down?

P.S. I don't know shit about wigs, styling, or reputable stores.

[Anonymous No.7201733]

Is it possible to buy a single pack of contacts with two different colors? I'm thinking about going chyuunibyou for an upcoming con.

[Anonymous No.7201852]

>>7201256
Ebay. I bought this one, and it's really nice. You just have to trim the bags (which is expected) and use some hairspray to make the standuppy bits stand up more, they got a little squished from shipping.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Card-Captor-Sakura-Kinomoto-Sakura-Short-Styled-Brown-Cosplay-Wig-/190901485625?pt=US_CSA_MWA_Wigs_Extensions&hash=item2c729d8039

[Anonymous No.7201880]

>>7201852
Anon, I love you!

Do you have a pic wearing it?

[Anonymous No.7201898]

I only have one low res picture, it was before I cut the bangs.

You get the gist.

Not gonna lie tho, the cosplay itself was really awful.

[Anonymous No.7201900]

>>7201898
Oh god damn it. Dropped pic.

[Anonymous No.7202061]

Anyone know a good shop where I can buy an SNK harness that isn't 80 bucks?

[Anonymous No.7202122]

>>7200721

Holy shit, thank you anon! I think this might be the solution I've been looking for!

[Anonymous No.7202129]

>>7202061
Just make your own. All you have to do is sew straps together.

[Anonymous No.7202176]

>>7200734
bump
also what pattern should i use for the bodice of the dress?

[Anonymous No.7202299]

Is there any other 'natural' colour I can make a reddish brown(almost coppery in some light) wig?

[Anonymous No.7202357]

doing ruby from RWBY should I dye the wig as dark blood red as possible or black and then just the tips red?

[Anonymous No.7202360]

>>7202357

forgot picture

[Anonymous No.7202390]

So, it was recommended that I could do this entirely out of eva foam if I wanted. A friend suggested yoga mats? But I feel like it might not be sturdy enough. I've been looking at a few different things I could use to harden it up, Plastidip, Styrospray some others as well.

Is there any particular one you'd advise or anything else you'd recommend? Don't really want to use fibreglass/resin because I'm a pussy.

Also, I have an undercut already. Should I dye my own hair or run with half a wig or something (might be hard to keep in place)?

For the gauntlets I've figured out roughly how the puppetry will work, thinking pvc pipe for the construction (if anyone has any better suggestions do say). Not sure about what to use for the "tendons". The guide I saw reccommended elastic but I'm not sure if it would hold up well enough at this scale. If anyone has suggestions that might help out that would be great too.

[Anonymous No.7202394]

>>7202390
Use fiberglass resin and stop being a pussy.
Wear a respirator and gloves and do it outside. It's not good to breathe and it's a pain to get off of skin, but it's not poison.

Also use a wig. ALWAYS use a wig. Real hair gets sweaty and looks like shit eventually no matter what you do.

[Anonymous No.7202405]

>>7202394
I think the side cut she has would be hard to pull off with a wig. Would it be best to get a full wig, cut the side bit out pretty much so my own side cut shows?

Also, as far as bondo I had read that you should be using similar precautions but the amount of youtube tutorials where all they're doing is wearing gloves is pretty much all of them..?

[Anonymous No.7202637]

So I had a sewing machine, but it was broken after loaning it out to my mother. She refuses to tell me how it broke, so it's kind of difficult to fix it. I'm loaning it out to a work friend who thinks she can fix it, but I've decided to just buy a new one and let her keep the old one if she can fix it.

That sewing machine was a gift, and was a Kenmore. It was basically a beginner's machine, but with some bells and whistles. I haven't sewed in over 3 years, and I have no idea what to look for or how much I should expect to pay. What sewing machines do you prefer or have?

[Voxane !!aFbiQgnY8Ay No.7202710]

What do you think the best way to attack Lisa's hair is? I was thinking a short wig and some...thing with wefts clipped on? I'm so bad at wigs though, any insight would be greatly appreciated

[Anonymous No.7202747]

does anyone have any wig suggestions for iori minase from idolm@ster?

every cosplay has a different wig

[Anonymous No.7202800]

A friend and I are planning to cosplay normal/shiny Braixen (gijinka), and I was wondering if anyone knew how to make tails that looked full without looking like lifeless butt pillows? Also, what would be the best kind of faux fur to use?

Neither of us have ever made tails before, or worked with HQ faux fur other than to line things, so we've no idea where to start with the tails.

[Anonymous No.7203546]

>>7202129
Don't have a sewing machine at the moment .

[Anonymous No.7203549]

(not really cosplay-related, but..)
I have a wool coat that's a few inches too long, and I wanted to hem it. How easily do machine needles break when sewing wool? Would hand-sewing it be better?

[Anonymous No.7203555]

>>7201733
http://www.aliceandrabbitshop.com/customorders.htm

[Anonymous No.7203559]

>>7200550
Make it out of resin or fabric.

[Anonymous No.7203569]

>>7203549
it won't break if you use the correct size needle

[Anonymous No.7203804]

>>7202129
Not the anon you were talking to originally, but where can one find leather straps? I'm not seeing anything at the local craft stores, and the belts at resale stores around where I live really suck in quality.

[tenleid !R6n4uEROGE No.7203816]

>>7199531
Dont waste your time ordering from Yaya. Cosplaysupplies ships 2x as fast, without all the bullshit lying.

[Anonymous No.7203834]

Okay, so I've been looking for a proper tutorial, but all I find are people asking for help and getting none. I'm planning to make Alucard's pistols from the Hellsing OVA. They just need to be ascetically the same due to con regulations.

does anyone have any ideas or tips?

[Anonymous No.7203950]

Planning to cosplay from Saya no Uta on a lazier friday con day but I want to at least make some weaponry so it doesn't look too casual. I'm just unsure what material would make for the best flesh-like substance. I'm also wanting a "wet" look to it, if that makes sense.

[Anonymous No.7203986]

>>7203834
there are a lot of tutorials, but a really simple way is just to layer up foam board, cover the edges with some sort of clay like paper clay

[Anonymous No.7204007]

>>7203804
If you're in the US, try a shop like tandy leather. They have a shitload of cool stuff.

[Anonymous No.7204120]

Are wonderflex and dry super glue safe to put in your mouth? I'm planning on cosplaying Soul from Soul Eater and found a "shark teeth" tutorial but it's a kinda old and would like to make sure the method is safe before doing it.

[Anonymous No.7204129]

>>7204120
Did you ever see Wonderflex in person? It has a kinda meshy fabric on both sides for stability.
I wouldn't risk the super glue, pretty sure they make things meant for teeth.

[Anonymous No.7204134]

>>7203950
I bet liquid latex and balled up toilet paper would make some rad gore. Do what people do for zombie makeup but on a weapon instead.

[Anonymous No.7204148]

>>7202800
Fursuiter here

There aren't many brands of unnatural colored faux fur out there. The line that suit makers use the most often is called "Luxury Shag." It looks... OK. http://www.fabricempire.com/shaggy-faux-fur-fabric.aspx Lots of websites sell it, but this is one example. (Distinctive Fabric and Fursuitsupplies.com are a couple other retailers) If you look up the company "Anthrowear" you can see these furs when used for tails. Other sites for faux fur you should check out are imstuffedfur.com or mendels.com. ALWAYS ORDER SWATCHES. EVERY TIME. Avoid "mongolian" fur because it's stringy and terrible.

There is a surprisingly active livejournal for fursuit making that you should read. They have some good archived posts on sewing fur and making tails.

[Anonymous No.7204752]

>>7204120
http://faxen.deviantart.com/art/Cheap-re-usable-fake-shark-teeth-tutorial-part-1-291978718

>>7203922 i think westley ? wig from arda would work well, needs some styling obv

[Anonymous No.7204838]

How accurate can i be with fiberglass and resin when applying it to surfaces?

I have a base of a sword im making laid out, should i cover my base and add details on later? Its kinda my test project to work on materials i never used before so any tips when using fiberglass and resin would be apretiated.

[Anonymous No.7204932]

>>7204148
Thank you!

That Livejournal is a really good resource, I was surprised - I picked up a few tips on how to approach the ears too.

[Anonymous No.7205356]

>>7202061
bumping this.

[Anonymous No.7205412]

Any other smaller people know where the hell to buy shoes?

I wear a size 1 to 2, its hard to find a shoe without Barbie on it let alone a decent looking heel or boot.

[Anonymous No.7205428]

>>7205412
Taobao might be your best bet, they run quite small although I'm not sure -how- small

[Anonymous No.7205516]

>>7205428
Sorry to be a bother but you wouldn't happen to know what shoe size standard Taobao uses?

Got on the website and managed to get it translating well, but I'm not sure what the sizes are based on there.

[Anonymous No.7205523]

>>7205412
Is that in US or UK sizing...?

[Anonymous No.7205525]

How could I make Satsuki's sword from Kill la Kill?

[Anonymous No.7205526]

>>7205516
Every store I've seen uses European sizing.

[Anonymous No.7205532]

>>7205523
US size.

Yea like I said hard to find shoes without Barbie one them, not to mention kids section shoes tend to fall apart fast because they aren't built to last. I just want some heels to go with my cosplay, but nobody makes heels that small.

I wonder where little people buy shoes, I'm not much taller.

[Anonymous No.7205543]

>>7205532

I'm 4'11" and wear between a 2-3 in kids, so right around the same size. Asia was good for shoes but they fall apart like crazy. I feel your pain, trust me.

In Korea I was a 230mm, internationally it's 23.0 I think? I was there in person so I can't help too much.... gmarket maybe?

[Anonymous No.7205550]

Tips on making a prop into a pocket?

I'm making a bowgun (MH3U), and am largely using expanding foam. Considering making a pouch and putting the foam around it, but not sure if carving the foam after it's dried is the better option. I'm worried that the pouch wouldn't be secure enough.

Completely fucking new to prop-making and hard materials, so any advice at all would be very sweet.

[Anonymous No.7205567]

>>7205550
Looking at the references you would be better building around a large tube or ducting. Not sure what you mean by pouch. To cap it off probably cut a wood or foam plug that fits tight in the hole but can be pulled out by a handle or something.

[Anonymous No.7205599]

Just to make sure, this animator misinterpretation and not some obscure-ass cuff that was actually used in uniforms, right?
Seeing it drawn like this half the time is fucking with my head.

[Anonymous No.7205773]

How could I do this Pixel Katana? Would just have to find/make a katana and then paint the blade shades of blue and all blocky and pixelated to replicate the effect?

[Anonymous No.7205787]

>>7205773

>pixel katana
>Pixels are not aligned
>half pixels

Looks like disgusting indie trash to me.

But i guess if you want a 3 colour sword, i would prime it, then tape off the large area and colour it in the light blue, and then after drying tape off even more and colour it darker blue.

Looks a bit fiddly but at least its just simple colour job.

[Anonymous No.7205871]

I have the fabrics on the left and in the middle. My fabric on the left looks much too dark (maybe 2-3 shades darker) to match what I have in the middle, which is what I'm going for, and I was wondering if it would be possible to fade it down to that color? It's polyester, that's about all I know.
The top and bottom pictures of the left are just photos of the fabric taken in bright and dimmer light.
Pictures in the middle are what I want, dim and slightly brighter light.
And the image on the very right is a picture of a fabric I'm considering getting if there's nothing I can do with the darker fabric I have.
Any thoughts? Can I fade what I have now into the middle images, and if so, what are some quick methods?
And if not, does the fabric on the right look good enough?

[Maguma !ftEuMagUmA No.7206200]

>>7205787
>Half pixels
Bro its clearly pixels next to each other to create rectangles. C'mon!

>>7205773
If you wanna give a shot at something interesting and fun. Cut out bits of cardstock and paint them to be the different colored pixels. Get some thin but durable wire and insert it into the sword and glue the pixels onto the wire to cover it up so you can do poses and such where it looks like you're slashing and leaving the trail of pixels.

Just a suggestion

[Anonymous No.7206203]

>>7205787
>indie trash
>scott pilgrim
right on the mark!!!

[Anonymous No.7206458]

>>7206203
Are you... agreeing with them, or disagreeing, anon?

Anyways,
>>7205787
>>7206200
I think I'll give this a try, finding or making a sword to paint first, then I'll do the trail of pixels bit, I think that might look pretty cool.

[Anonymous No.7206485]

>>7206458

Heh better go all the way then and implement this into the sword somehow.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KR5FsF8T1Co

[Anonymous No.7206686]

would this be a good color wig for mako ? i am having trouble deciding. A yes or no would really help me out. thanks

[Anonymous No.7206704]

>>7206686
The color's fine.

The bang's done fit at all.

[Anonymous No.7206711]

>>7206704
I completely slaughtered that.

The bangs don't fit at all.

[Anonymous No.7206717]

>>7206686
It looks like a good color, it looks a tiny bit more reddish, but depending on the lighting it should be fine.

Also a question but my husband's cosplaying Beowulf and I'm trying to figure out how I should go about the argyle vest. Since I don't know how to crochet/knit, and I'm not going to find one similar, so I just consider doing some type of cross stitch or embroider the diamond pattern on? I don't think sewing patches on or painting it is going to look right.

[Anonymous No.7206755]

>>7206711
I think, as long as they're fairly long, you can cut them to suit it better.
Wigs rarely have pre-cut blunt bangs anyway.

[Anonymous No.7206771]

im looking to cosplay mako from kill la kill, does anyone know any good sailor fuku patterns or tutorials? preferably with them since im a beginner. thanks!

[Anonymous No.7206833]

Hey guys I'm working on a Solaire cosplay.

I want to do the chainmail legs but I'm not sure how to go about it. If I go with regular pants the chances of them falling down are pretty big. I think I wanna go grab some painters coveralls or some painters overalls, and use that as a base for the costume.

This is probably a long shot, but does anyone have experience attaching chainmail to cloth? I'm thinking I could just go through and hand stitch it together, but I worry about the thread breaking and appearance. I guess the other option is grommets to hold it in, but then I worry about it looking awkward or hanging badly.

Any ideas?

[Anonymous No.7206853]

>>7206711
yeah the bangs don come cut like that i was just mainly focused on the color but thank you !

[Anonymous No.7206857]

>>7206853
sorry i meant they dont come cut like that, sorry

[Anonymous No.7207100]

anyone have any recommendations on where i can buy a pair of loafers like the attached pic for around $30 or so?

[Jibber !!gM5jOcik6Bi No.7207110]

>>7206833
I bought this silver chainmail fabric from this website, used a pattern and sewn it to this pair of dark grey pants.

[Anonymous No.7207145]

>>7206833
Paint it on. Look up how the Monty Python boys did it for Holy Grail

[Anonymous No.7207182]

>>7207145
I'm kind of set with having my costume be all metal. I know it would be easier and more cost effective, but... it just has to be all metal.

[Anonymous No.7207252]

>>7207100
Walmart.

[Anonymous No.7207659]

Halp, I need a good wig for Juri from Revolutionary Girl Utena and I'm not sure what do.

I am thinking about getting this one:

http://cosplaywigsusa.com/general-cosplay-wig-straight-70cm-28/28-straight-orange-copper-pumpkin/

...and styling it accordingly, but do you guys think the front of the wig will look like shit once I "raise up" the front curls/bangs? It doesn't have a lace front but I can't find a lace front one that is the right color, so I'll probably get this one. I guess what i'm asking is, do you think the front edge of the wig will be super distracting and if so, is there a way to alleviate that? Or if not, can you link me to a better-looking wig?

Also I could use some tips for making huge bouncy curls like Juri's. I have a rough idea of what to do, but I've never actually made curls that tight on a wig before. Does anyone with experience in wig curling have any tips?

Thanks in advance~

[Anonymous No.7207668]

>>7207659
You'd be better off dying a lacefront wig the right shade, because it would not look very good.

[Anonymous No.7207670]

I am not concerned about the price, rather the style for my question. I have made progress on my Jack Skellington cosplay and am down to the final few problems for the.... forgive the pun... skeletal structure. Judging by proportions, I need to have 40" stilts. I've looked at drywall stilts and can't stand the unsightly bar on the side of the leg, as pictured. Does anyone have a link to stilts that would not cause problems with a shoe cover on the base without bars on the sides of the legs? I like the added stability of two pads on the base, and I've already looked at air-trekkers/jumping stilts.

I would need to be able to bend down a little for pictures and getting through doorways. That will be practice on my part, but I plan to bring quite a show to cons with this.

[Anonymous No.7207680]

>>7207659
How about Arda's Matilda in Pumpkin?

[Anonymous No.7207704]

>>7207680
Pumpkin looks a wee bit too dark. Light Copper Red seems more like the color I'm looking for but that color isn't available for that style. ;_;

[Anonymous No.7207724]

Anybody know where I can find someone selling Polyurethane coated Nylon/spandex blend? Preferably 80/20 4 way. I found one company that sells it and ordered a swatch from them, but i would like to see if there are any other options. It's a lot stronger than regular poly mix pvc and doesn't wrinkle at the joints as easily. I'm looking to use it to make a plugsuit for Katsucon.

[Anonymous No.7207744]

Text is a little long, sorry.

So I'm going to be cosplaying both Satsuki from Kill la Kill and Tenshi (Kanade) from Angel Beats. I bought a super long silver wig a while ago and was hoping to dye it dark blue-black for Satsuki but apparently the fibers in this wig don't take up dye too well and I got pic related as a result.

The question is: Do I sew in the periwinkle wefts I bought (held up next to wig in the picture), cut off several inches, and use this wig for Kanade? Or do I get FW acrylic ink and try to get this wig to the color I want for Satsuki? The only thing I'm worried about with the FW ink is that it might rub off onto my clothes, since she wears white.

[Anonymous No.7207762]

>>7195918
check ebay, its loaded with wig caps, i think a nude one would work well. just make sure the sellers feedback is 99.5% or above.

[Anonymous No.7207786]

>>7207744
it is very difficult to get a color as dark as Satsuki's by dying. You'll be better off just buying a dark wig.

[Anonymous No.7207813]

>>7207786
That's what I figured, thanks! At least I can still use it for one of my cosplays, anyway. Time to grit my teeth and drop $65 for a butt-length blue-black wig...

[Anonymous No.7207816]

>>7203559
Late reply but I kinda assumed resin would most likely be too heavy, or would that not be an issue? I can't imagine fabric looking too great.

[Anonymous No.7207833]

Probably really dumb on my part, but I'll post it anyway. So I commissioned a costume back in June for a Con in August. After weeks of little to no communication, the con date is rising and commissioner is nowhere to be found. They email back two weeks after the con saying that they had a lot of stuff happen to them and that they'll mail it out whenever they can. That's fine, shit happens so I just wait for the next email.

Which doesn't come, so beginning of October, where I just come out and ask what happened. They email back again saying they'll sent it by the end of the month and they've just been busy. And I haven't heard from them since.

So, what should I do from here? Just keep waiting or am I being really naive about this whole thing? Or am I being kind of a jerk for being so impatient?

[Anonymous No.7207959]

>>7207833
Ask for picture proof that the commission is done/nearly done. If they balk or get defensive, you're probably getting scammed.

[Anonymous No.7208410]

Could you guys help with this machine? I have no idea how the hell to thread it, and youtube isn't at all helping

[Anonymous No.7208414]

>>7208410
This is where the bobbin is located

[Anonymous No.7208427]

>>7208410
>>7208414

[Deanthelis No.7208440]

>>7208427
>>7208414
>>7208410
A quick search turned up the following:

http://www.singerco.com/sewing-resources/threading-machines

http://www.fixya.com/support/t13579870-threading_merritt_5405

I hope this helps, anon.

[Anonymous No.7208443]

>>7208440
Thanks, but I can't even find where the spool goes

[Anonymous No.7208448]

>>7208443
On my machine I can pull that thing up and put a spool on it.

[Anonymous No.7208450]

>>7208448
:O Ta-da! Thanks anon friend

[Deanthelis No.7208453]

>>7208443
Your machine is a pickle of a problem.
>>7208450
http://www.singerco.com/sewing-resources/threading-machines-main
That guide there is the manufacturer's ophishul guide to threading your machine, I think. Step 4b is just like what >>7208448 described.
Beat me to the punch, 'ee did.

[Anonymous No.7208464]

>>7208453
Yeah. I got it from my grandmother, and the motor and gears were replaced, but I couldn't figure it out! Now to go buy some thread

[Deanthelis No.7208466]

>>7208464
From the reviews of your machine, gam-gam gave you a good'n. I'd bookmark those links, they might be helpful later maybe.

[Anonymous No.7208690]

>>7207670
Still interested if anyone might have an idea besides drywall stilts and jumping stilts.

[Anonymous No.7208769]

Can anyone help me with this dress design?

[Anonymous No.7208821]

>>7208769
you're cosplaying a 9-year-old's drawing? how cute

for real though that shit is tacky, please don't dress like a hot topic halloween costume fairy slut, that kind of shit is for people who have tramp stamps

[Anonymous No.7208829]

>>7208769
...Navi?

[Anonymous No.7208832]

>>7208769
Absolutely! Here, I redlined it for you :)

[Anonymous No.7208834]

>>7208769
>>7208821
>>7208829
Yeah its definitely supposed to be Navi. Triforce on the top.

Pls go for something else. There's already a wealth of shitty, boring, generic humanized Navi cosplays.

[Anonymous No.7208835]

Quick question on wigs:
So my girlfriend decided to cosplay the elf from dragons crown (pic related). We have no idea about wigs. Are they easy to braid? Is there a special type made for braiding? If need be, would a hair stylist laugh us out of the shop if we ask her to style it right? We are both shit at wig styling (I usually have armors and masks, so I never took the time to learn.).
If anyone has a suggestion or link to anything, also appreciated. I cant spot quality in this field.

[Anonymous No.7208839]

>>7208835
You can buy wigs that are already braided.
H-have you at least tried googling this before you asked?

[Anonymous No.7208840]

>>7208839
It was more a question of quality. I can buy a $20 attack on titan get-up, but it wont be good. Didnt want to spend money on a wig that will shed like a dog with mange. Didnt know if people had a suggestion of a particular store to look at.

[Anonymous No.7208849]

>>7189967
Something kind of off topic, a thousand pardons.

Im asking /adv/, but its a slow board so i think its better to increase my odds by asking you fine gentleman and females the same quesiton i asked them. Once again, off topic, im sorry, but i think you guys can help.

I have a conundrum. Im about to get back into the game after a bad breakup, but im having trouble finding a girl with similar interests. (basically semi nerdy, to full nerd, i really dont even care about looks so long as not burn victim status)

I dont like clubs (unless im just getting tail, kinda rare for me), and bars are a shitshow. Where do the nerdy girls hide?

I already missed my south texas small city con, so im shit out of luck there, so, any help would be appreciated.

In return, in true /k/ommando fashion, i will answer any firearm or gun related questions.

Thanks in advance, and a thousand pardons to those i offend with my faggotry.

[Anonymous No.7208856]

>>7208849
To be honest, anon, I wouldn't advise con hook-ups.
A lot of girls who go to cons are fucking batshit, so if you do find a lady you like at a con, give it time and get to know her first.
Have you tried online dating? A lot of nerdy girls, like myself, are sortof introverts, not all, but most.

[Anonymous No.7208857]

>>7208856
Different anon here, but online dating usually doesn't bode well, I assume you mean ldr right?

[Anonymous No.7208860]

>>7208856
>Have you tried online dating?

No, the entire prospect is kinda weird to me. I dont know why, but it is.

>>7208857
No, i just got done with an LDR, 3 years, bit me in the ass hard. Real fuckin hard. I cant do that again.

[Anonymous No.7208863]

>>7208856
To add, i woulnt even want to hook up, just to meet somebody, and start to get to know them.

[Anonymous No.7209065]

I'm theorycrafting on ways to maybe pull of a Skeleton King cosplay.

Naturally just getting a cheap, typical skeleton costume from a Halloween shop and then armoring it and stuff could work. However, I want to try and make it better than that.

Of course I'm not going to be able to get the full skeleton effect of seeing through the bones and stuff, but would it be kind of unnecessary to build an "exoskeleton" if you will to put around me? Say, get a black zentai suit, and attach big bones to me to capture a bony effect? Especially with the torso, I'd just make a big chest-piece of bones like his, then wear it like normal armor. That way at certain angles people can "see through" it, per se

Sorry if I'm explaining this like shit, I'm not totally sure how to tell it. Basically any input on doing a good skeleton costume in general would be nice.

[Anonymous No.7209075]

>>7209065
Black Zentai with bones made out of foam would probably work pretty well.

Not really much else you could do I think. Don't make it too oversize though, pit won\t look very good.

[Anonymous No.7209090]

>>7209075
Alright, thanks.

Any ideas for the skull? It's a pretty unique skull, I'm not sure I want to BS it with a store-bought mask. I can only think of progressively sculpting it out of like expanding foam or drywall like a normal helmet? It'd work but I feel it'd be tedious.

Perhaps there is a simpler method? Anybody

[Anonymous No.7209235]

>>7207670
>>7208690
Final hopes for a glimmer of possibility.

[Anonymous No.7209277]

>>7209235
Unfortunately its the nature of stilts. You need to support your leg because your ankle isn't going to be strong enough alone.

So you end up with stuff like you posted. Making a huge set of platform shoes is an option, but it will be completely awful.

[Anonymous No.7209363]

I'm currently working on Suigintou and I'd need some help regarding her underskirt. I have very little experience with underskirts and I'm now wondering if I should buy a regular petti or go for a short hoop skirt. I'm not sure if a petti can give enough support because the fabric I bought for the blue dress is kind of heavy, but I'm afraid that a hoop skirt would be too stiff and look just bad. Can anyone with more experience with these things give any advice?

Also, suggestions for shops that ship to Europe are highly appreciated.

[Anonymous No.7209394]

>>7209235

Parade dancer here - what you want are called peg stilts, or Chinese stilts. The trick is, you can't stand still in them. You have to be constantly moving to keep your balance.

[Anonymous No.7209402]

>>7209363
I would go for a hoop skirt and then overlay it with a min poof petti to keep it soft looking

Also her dress is black not blue.

[Anonymous No.7209403]

>>7209363
Short hoop skirt with petti on top will give you enough support, and the hoops won't show.

[Anonymous No.7209415]

>>7209402
Her dress is dark blue, kind of indigo.
A quick Google search will show you that.

[Anonymous No.7209425]

>>7209415
Yeah it's black. Blues are commonly used for highlighting blacks in animation.
There's inconsistency here and there(mostly in the old one), but it's typically black(especially in the new series)

So really as long as it's a very very dark blue/indigo you're fine, but I've seen people who use too light of a colour and it looks really off.

But yeah hoop+petti

[Anonymous No.7209542]

>>7209425
My fabric is a really dark shade of blue, more like black with a blue-ish tint, so it looks black in natural lightning when not next to true black. I can't show a picture because it's dark and my camera is a piece of shit so the colors are all funky, but I'd say it's okay.

Thanks for the input anons, I can start shopping now.

[Anonymous No.7209812]

>>7201900
is it shiny at all?

[Anonymous No.7209815]

>>7207100
you can get them for $10 on taobao.

[Anonymous No.7210546]

I've been wondering this for a while now..

Let's say there's a character based on history, but it's rather inaccurate in design. It's easier on the details and not as strict as the historical equivalent - at all. Is it okay to amp up the details and go beyond the design? Or is that like a 'y would you do this, you're making it inaccurate on purpose you bloody attention whore' situation?

[Anonymous No.7210695]

Anyone familiar with dying resin gems red? I need a transparent red gem, but the Casting craft transparent red dye I used actually turned out to be too purple-y.

The resin I'm using is Panacea Products Crystal Clear Resin-12 oz which is found at JoAnn and is typically used for floral arrangements but is essential just resin.

Any suggestions?

[Anonymous No.7211046]

Which one of these should I choose for a Trent Lane cosplay?

[Anonymous No.7211187]

so i am a little confused to what of what fabric to use for the little puff in Ai's(girl in middle) hair and also the train and trim on the skirt... anyone got any idea's??

[Anonymous No.7211189]

>>7211046
3 or 4

[Anonymous No.7211192]

>>7211046

Definitely 2.

[Anonymous No.7211197]

What fabric would you recommend for the coat's green and white?

[Anonymous No.7211341]

>>7211046
None of the above. That character is wearing a crew neck T-shirt and you have selected only V-necks.

[Anonymous No.7211420]

>>7211197
I can't remember the fabric name, but it is used as couch cover fabric, it usually comer with embroidery the sabe color as the base fabric, just a little darker or lighter and is perfect for a coat.

[Anonymous No.7211598]

>>7210695
If you have a Hobby Lobby, look there. They should have resin and dyes for it. The brand I got (and the only one my local store carried) was Alumilite. The resin was crappy, but the dye worked wonderfully. It was also extremely potent. Image related is the result of using literally half a drop of dye to color solid gems the size of a large marble, which I had to skim off the tip of the bottle using a toothpick. Anything more and it got oversaturated.

Also, random protip: if you can't get your gems to shine up like you want, hit them with aerosol clearcoat after you polish them, the same kind you find with the spraypaint at the store. I used enamel rather than acrylic, but it probably doesn't matter. It makes an insane difference in the gems, though. Left and right are with and without clearcoat from more-or-less identical test casts. They're a little rough because I had curing issues with the cheapo resin.

[Anonymous No.7211984]

>>7202061
Amazon
it's 40$

[Anonymous No.7211991]

Any advice for the right arm armor piece? I've never done an elaborate gold design on anything really. Should I just paint it on there? I was thinking of just doing the pleather and craft foam method for armor though, won't it look shitty if I just paint it on? other things I could do maybe?

[Anonymous No.7212013]

how would I make something like Olivia's necklace? Also is there a name for something like that? Its not exactly a choker or a torc. I'm also okay with buying it but I don't just want a thick gold necklace, I want it to actually wrap around my neck.

Sorry the picture is a bad reference. Her official art is no good.

[Anonymous No.7212265]

Are there any good tutorials on how to pad your butt and thighs? I want to do this cosplay and I know how to fake the bust but I'm lost on how to seamlessly pad the rest.

[voldie !YXLuNAGINI No.7212345]

Hey how should I go about getting my shoulder pads to stay on my shoulders without showing any visible attachments?

[Anonymous No.7214228]

>>7206771
seconding this.

[Anonymous No.7214243]

>>7212013
Craft foam. Cut it to your likes and heat it to the shape you want. Glue(dont use hot glue) some soft fabric like fleece or mink on the inside so it isnt uncomfortable and paint it. If you want it shiny use pod modge or something of the sort. Use velcro to attach.

[Anonymous No.7214292]

i'm looking to make dave striders ishades, i already know what i'm doing to make them light up i'm just wondering what i could and should do for the apple logos. do i make a stencil or buy the stickers or what?

[Anonymous No.7214317]

>>7214243
Thank you!