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Healp Thread Anonymous Sun Mar 15 05:47:46 2015 No.8182265 [Reply] [Original]

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>>8158583

Ask your general questions here. You do not need your own thread for every "how do I make X" question.
And be patient. This is a slower board, and not everyone here will have all the answers you need.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 05:49:54 2015 No.8182267 >>8182265 And before you ask your question, try to find your own answers. Good resources: http://cosplaytutorial.com/list.php http://bellechere.tumblr.com/post/80743930072/kellysue-cosplay-help-masterlist

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 05:51:24 2015 No.8182268 >>8182265 And before you ask your question, try to find your own answers. Good resources: http://cosplaytutorial.com/list.php http://for-the-cosplay.tumblr.com/post/77432294176/cosplay-help-masterlist

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 06:47:59 2015 No.8182312 recently got a short wig. the top is really volumized and there are curly little hairs underneath it all. should i comb it out and straighten them? it sounds really time consuming. or is there another way?

Anonymous Sun Mar 15 06:54:37 2015 No.8182318

>>8182312
Depends on the look you're going but, but the short answer? Yes. Brush out your wig. Take the time and take care of all your cosplay supplies. This is not a hobby for those afraid of "time consuming" work. Set your wig on a wig head, pin it in place, brush it out and style it as needed. Put a movie on or something if you want to alleviate the tedium, but don't skip steps or dismiss proper wig care because it's boring.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 07:06:26 2015 No.8182327 >>8182318 just a flat top, its way too fluffy. just brushing? some links say to use a hairdryer and spray, so im thinking of that.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 07:24:33 2015 No.8182351 >>8182327 Again, it depends on the style you want. But before you do any styling, brush it out. If you want more specific advice, post a pic of what you are trying to achieve.

Anonymous Sun Mar 15 07:37:21 2015 No.8182365
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I'm planning on cosplaying Asuka from NGE but I'm having hard time choosing a wig. I don't like the idea of using a bright orange wig so more like a natural orange (maybe lightish auburn?) wig would be great! So if you have any wig suggestions I would really like to know... and yeah I'm not a wig expert so please be kind with me.

Anonymous Sun Mar 15 14:23:55 2015 No.8182819
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I've been wondering but what would look best for the stars on inside of the skirt/sleeves on Ultimate Madoka's outfit? Rhinestones or sequins or something else? I'm leaning towards rhinestones atm

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 14:46:06 2015 No.8182835 >>8182819 One girl installed small lights. shit was cash.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 15:10:10 2015 No.8182870 File: 62 KB, 533x800, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] How would you guys suggest adding volume to create the correct shape for sabers dress? Short hoop skirt? Petticoat?

Anonymous Sun Mar 15 15:34:33 2015 No.8182909

>>8182835
Yeah, I've seen skirts where they used lights and they looked really good! But I'm not really sure how to do that exactly...I'll try though. If not, I think I'll go with rhinestones.

>>8182870
A bell-shaped petticoat or like you said, a short hoop skirt!

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 16:04:00 2015 No.8182965 File: 61 KB, 700x723, 718980111_o[1].jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] how do i get layers like this?

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 16:05:59 2015 No.8182969 lucailles site is down, how much heat can their wigs take?

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 16:13:08 2015 No.8182979 >>8182909 Check out LED tutorials and add rhinestones too, its going to be magic

Anonymous Sun Mar 15 16:40:06 2015 No.8183025

>>8182365
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http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.104.4YXWss&id=9144401322&ns=1&abbucket=20#detail

http://detail.tmall.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.82.4YXWss&id=25609572446&abbucket=20

http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.155.4YXWss&id=40360623662&ns=1&abbucket=20#detail

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Wholesale-free-shipping-Neon-Genesis-Evangelion-Asuka-75cm-Straight-Cosplay-Party-Wig-2-Ponytails/1881922731.html

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Neon-Genesis-Evangelion-Asuka-Party-Costume-Cosplay-Wig-Heat-Resistant-FREE-SHIPPING-Cap/1277880497.html

If you want something like Epic, Luci, or Arda wigs let me know.

Anonymous Sun Mar 15 17:15:15 2015 No.8183079
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How careful do I need to be with worbla?

I've been experimenting with my Winter Soldier arm for a while now but I think i'm at the point where I can cut and start moulding my worbla but I'm worried about re-heating and making adjustments if It's not right.

Again, this is the first time I'm working with it and since it's fairly pricey I'd rather not fuck it up immediately.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 18:32:37 2015 No.8183214 >>8183079 Worbla is actually very forgiving. If you fuck up to much, you can heat up all the pieces, and mold them back into one whole and start over.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 19:05:55 2015 No.8183278 File: 335 KB, 500x700, tumblr_mesnzxdMN11rxzudco1_r1_500.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Anyone know a place to buy a jacket like this?

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 19:13:03 2015 No.8183290 >>8183278 I've made a coat like that. A lot of pirate coats are that sort of style. I doubt you can buy it, but alter a duster coat pattern.

Anonymous Sun Mar 15 21:27:45 2015 No.8183562
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I'd like to tie a ribbon in my hair like Wolfgang from "Dance in the Vampire Bund".
How would you make the ribbon and then tie it?
It seems to be a simple knot, but there are no good shots of the back.
I would rather do a more complex knot that looks a bit like a ribbon bow around the ponytail.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 15 23:20:15 2015 No.8183746 >>8182909 If you don't want to learn LED wiring stuff, Amazon sells LED strings with battery packs. Since you have this giant voluminous skirt that'll probably be supported with something like a cage the battery packs will be easy to conceal.

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 00:09:37 2015 No.8183826
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>>8182265
>cosplaying pic related

Can anyone help me out on make-up? She's not done-up by any means, but I know I need to wear some.

Is foundation a must?
Also, I am Japanese with almond-shape eyes, if that helps with eye-make-up advice.

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 00:17:51 2015 No.8183837 >>8183826 Foundation and basic eyeliner, maybe a little contour if your face needs it.

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 07:06:18 2015 No.8184324
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>>8182265
So I'm inclined to do an Earth X Daredevil costume, but I was hoping to get some input as far as what /cgl/ recommends I use for materials. The costume overall has a glossy look to it, and tends to bunch up a little around the sleeves, so it looks an awful lot like leather. Red leather being expensive as hell, I was wondering if there were any alternatives that looked similar enough, but were also comparatively less expensive. I don't know how much PVC costs by yard, and I also don't know how easy it is to work with, but it could be a good alternative.

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 07:32:44 2015 No.8184357 >>8184324 Nevermind Pretty much as far as decided to want to use something like red vinyl. That said, any tips for someone who's never worn vinyl before?

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 07:39:29 2015 No.8184364 >>8184324 >>8184357 Red vinyl will work, but there is a very real risk of you dehydrating in this. I strongly suggest using wet look spandex, or something else more breathable, at least for some parts to keep from making yourself sick.

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 07:43:07 2015 No.8184367
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Planning pic related. But I cant figure out for the life of me how to do the tentacles and get them to flow and lash. I'm considering using whatever is used in wooden snakes but I kind of want my arms to be the base for the front tentacles so I can motion them the way I want. Also, what would I cover them in to get that eldritch look?

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 07:44:50 2015 No.8184371 File: 36 KB, 452x604, 1.0x0.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8184364 So long as I don't turn out looking like this guy

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 07:49:55 2015 No.8184379 >>8184364 My main issue with the wet-look spandex is that it doesn't lay quite the same. It's a lot more dull, and it has that grainy look due to the weave of the fibers

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 07:53:40 2015 No.8184382 >>8184364 Also, what about my package? Am I going to need to like, tape it or something?

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 07:55:48 2015 No.8184385 >>8184382 Get a dance belt. Not a jock or a cup or whatever others may suggest. You want to get a proper dance belt.

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 08:01:37 2015 No.8184396 >>8184385 Thanks, I appreciate the input.

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 10:13:08 2015 No.8184539

Hey I have a situation with eva foam.
After I gave the shape to my pauldrons, I decided to prime the surface with plaster instead of Gesso ( because that things is too expensive in my country and I read that geso is basically plaster).
I applied 3 coats of plaster and when I sand with an electric dremel. The surface looks smooth but if you look closer there are a lot of little cracks, it's because I'm using bigger grind sand paper?

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 10:18:28 2015 No.8184553 >>8182819 I think cifera did a write up on her costume if you can find that

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 10:19:54 2015 No.8184556 would it be easier to buy a zentai suit then adjust it to my sizing or buy the fabric and sew it from scratch? also does anyone know of reliable zentai suits sellers?

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 10:24:10 2015 No.8184563 >>8184539 Stop using the dremel. Sand it by hand with increasingly finer grit sand paper, and use filler in the cracks as you go.

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 10:26:58 2015 No.8184569 >>8184563 Thank you :)

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 11:13:52 2015 No.8184639

>>8184556
Your easiest option would be the ready-made zentai suit, especially if you've never made one before. A lot of places offer custom sizing for no additional cost too; I usually use lycra-zentai for that, though I'm sure other seagulls can suggest some more good ones too

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 14:26:41 2015 No.8184941
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I was working on getting a Commander Shepard armor set together for c2e2 this year but I might have been a bit ambitious with the amount of non-sewing construction I can do. tl;dr I'm going to attempt the casual citadel fatigues instead, since sewing is my strong suit.

My question for /cgl/ is this: am I totally fucked into drafting my own patterns for this? I poked around on google and didn't find much, but that's probably because I'm not even sure what kind of base garment to search for.
Thoughts? Ref attached, it's for the femshep on the right.

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 14:48:06 2015 No.8184976

>>8182365

I cosplay asuka and I use bright orange. I intially used two cosplay wigs usa wigs in their "pumpkin" that I sewed together for thickness, but I would recommend strongly against that, their wigs suck.

Arda's "pumpkin" shade is actually a pretty happy medium between neon orange and natural auburn, if you wanna tread the line between original series and rebuilds (it is definitely brown/auburn in the rebuilds). Maybe get a venus in pumpkin from arda and go from there?

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 15:59:38 2015 No.8185120 File: 813 KB, 640x971, WW_Cv41.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I am working on a new cosplay, and need to add piping to a bodice. I have never done this before, and was hoping to learn some pointers on how to do it.

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 18:38:14 2015 No.8185390
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Is it normal for wigs to be all fuzzy at the top? How can you fix it or make it look nicer. My wig came in and it's kinda ratty. It's weird to brush through and it's not very soft on the top. Pic related. If there's anything that can be done I'd love to know. (It's heat resistant)

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 18:44:22 2015 No.8185401

>>8185390
The weird fuzz gives it volume. Yours specifically is meant for spiking, that's why it's around the crown.
Don't bother brushing it out or straightening it.

>>8184941
I'm not overly sure what I'm looking at, but it seems to be a form-fitting jumpsuit with layers piled on, the chest and shoulders look like a thin armor.
Drafting a pattern for the absolute-base layer shouldn't be too hard, it's just your body. I recommend getting a lot of muslin to draft all those shapes, though.
Sorry if this wasn't really helpful.

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 19:29:06 2015 No.8185479 >>8185401 Oh okay. Thank you!

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 19:39:52 2015 No.8185490

>>8185401

Shepard here. I felt like it was a jumpsuit with an overlay, but when I look closer it feels like the white bits on the sides (rib area) are connected to that center padded bit. I was gonna draft like a loose fitting pants and shirt combo and then go from there, but I'm just not sure about that top.

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 19:46:04 2015 No.8185499

>>8185490
Yeah, a simple shirt+pants pattern would work. The shirt has this weird color-block thing going, like the black fabric (?) that covers the upper-chest and arms is different from the white torso fabric..
Either way, extra emphasis on muslin for drafting. Good luck.

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 20:33:28 2015 No.8185566 >>8185390 dunking the wig in hot water (not too hot or fibers will melt) or steaming the wig will relax the crimping/frizz. like other anon said, crimping is done to make the wig have more volume. >I've done this with arda wigs, works like a charm

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 16 20:41:32 2015 No.8185572 >>8185499 Exactly, it seems like an overlay but it doesn't seem like they're separate? I don't know. Muslin drafts for days!

Anonymous Mon Mar 16 22:53:51 2015 No.8185822
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Was more asking for personal preferences in this case:

My partner and I need to make hoop skirts for our competition entries since buying them will probably disqualify us. Was looking at pic related shape and I what I wanted to know was if anyone here has made their own; what boning do you like using? We want to keep its bell shape even if we have to pack it in luggage for other projects; and expense isn't a huge factor. We just need a reliaboe source to buy from with international shipping. I've looked at a few online but no one locally has used them before so no one can recommend anything. Any input is greatly appreciated.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 00:42:14 2015 No.8186033 How do you lense a mask? I recently bought one of the ovk store masks and I wanted to give it some lenses as a shout out to the Payday Live action.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 01:14:21 2015 No.8186091 Where's a good, or at least affordable, place to get leather/leather-ish straps for armor and whatnot?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 01:16:00 2015 No.8186094 >>8185822 I'd ask the person running the contest about it, petticoats are a bitch to make and it feels like they'd have to be pretty strict to not let you buy your undergarments.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 03:50:44 2015 No.8186356 File: 511 KB, 947x355, orange wig.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Would I be able to get away with using the same wig for both Chiyo and Asuka? If so, would this wig be okay?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 11:40:13 2015 No.8186736 >>8185822 When I made mine I got my hoop steel from http://www.farthingalescorsetmakingsupplies.com/ Get the connectors for them as well. The steel is perfect for petticoats. It's a bitch to cut but so worth it.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 11:46:03 2015 No.8186743 >>8186356 get separate wigs.

Anonymous Tue Mar 17 11:53:29 2015 No.8186753

Not sure if this is the right place to ask this...

If I am commissioning something and sending the person all of the materials, is there any way that I can "insure" my material cost, in case something happens, like they never do the project or lose my materials or something? That way I don't have to repurchase all the material out of pocket.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 12:01:34 2015 No.8186767 >>8186736 Ah thank you! Will look into it

Anonymous Tue Mar 17 12:44:15 2015 No.8186825

>>8186356
eh, I'd use the same wig, but I'm also always trying to reuse my wigs rather than buying new ones for each costume. Sometimes I won't even do a cosplay unless I have at least 2 characters that can use the wig. Chiyo's and Asuka's hair colors are similar enough that I doubt anyone is going to call you out on it to your face.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 13:31:05 2015 No.8186902 File: 92 KB, 1280x720, dosh.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Where could I look to get a jacket and pants even remotely like this? All I can find are beetle-juice costumes, blazers, and designer women's jackets.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 13:37:05 2015 No.8186909 File: 123 KB, 493x740, Kaneo Takarada.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8186902 I doubt you can buy some that are close. Your best bet is honestly commissioning or making it yourself.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 13:49:06 2015 No.8186926 where does /cgl/ buy their stretch vinyl? spandexworld and spandexhouse don't have quite the variety of colors I was expecting.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 15:11:13 2015 No.8187056 File: 145 KB, 640x1136, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Does anyone know a good tutorial or pattern for something like this? Not the simplicity kimono pattern. I asked the op but they never responded ;-;

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 15:50:11 2015 No.8187110 >>8186926 What color is it you're looking for?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:06:28 2015 No.8187150 has anyone here ever tried making bat wings from an umbrella? I'm kinda looking into it

Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:17:52 2015 No.8187174
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I didn't see a make-up thread so I hope it's okay to post here.
My boyfriend wants to cosplay Kaworu, and I'm having trouble figuring out how to do his makeup. We normally do natural stuff, and I have no idea how to go about the silver hair/eyebrows combo (everyone who does silver/white eyebrows looks strange imo) and I can't figure out how to contour to get that bishounen look.
Pls help /cgl/!

Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:19:33 2015 No.8187176

Why is Mary Magdalene so cheap or did I just buy bootleg?
I'm quite newfag. I don't like the OTT style, I like vintage style so I just started buying lolita. Are people going to kill me if I wear lolita not how it's supposed to wear? I'm not even trying to defend my style as lolita.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:21:27 2015 No.8187180 >>8187174 How thick are the brows?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:21:40 2015 No.8187182 >>8182365 Try lucacille's asuka wig, it's what I got and I adore it. It's natural enough to not look horrible with most skin types and the length is just want I wanted, in addition to the natural twintail style.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:22:32 2015 No.8187186 >>8187176 You probably got bootleg if you think it's cheap. How much?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:24:48 2015 No.8187189 >>8187186 I bought a blouse missing a button for $35 shipped

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:24:51 2015 No.8187190 >>8187186 About 80€. I didn't find any pictures of bootlegs.

Anonymous Tue Mar 17 16:29:58 2015 No.8187201

>>8187180
My boyfriends's eyebrows are pretty thick, but we already planned on fixing/trimming them.
I'm looking for advice on how to do the rest of the make-up, and a color/method for the eyebrows because the pencil I bought in a matching silver looked very obnoxious.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 17:14:00 2015 No.8187291 >>8187201 I use a method where I cover the brows in white cream eyeshadow (I use the NYX shadow stick in "milk") and then dab colored eye shadow (powder) on, then set with translucent powder. Maybe just cover with white like that and set?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 19:31:08 2015 No.8187543 File: 31 KB, 550x414, 17683789.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] would this be hard to pull off? seems easy enough

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 19:37:31 2015 No.8187559 >>8187543 Pull off as in make or wear?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 19:40:44 2015 No.8187567 >>8187559 I should have certified, would it be easy to make this? All it seems i would have to do is modify clothing that looks close to it, i could wear it and pass and look good in it easily.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 17 20:13:43 2015 No.8187659 >>8187543 >>8187559 that leg strap, waddling all over and stairs are a bitch

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 00:25:47 2015 No.8188164 >>8187110 I'm seeking yellows, tans, and oranges.

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 03:14:16 2015 No.8188389

This is kind of a tall order, but anyone know where I can get some spandex or whatever else kind of stretchy fabric that is outer space space patterned? (Y'know like realistic black with little glowing stars)

Even a space patterned zentai suit or something is fine.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 03:55:28 2015 No.8188416 >>8188389 You could probably find a zentai suit file if you lurk enough on Google. Then just send that to whatever zentai maker for a custom print. Are you planning to do a particular character?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 03:56:51 2015 No.8188418 >>8184385 Would you say dance belt or compression pants?

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 04:34:52 2015 No.8188437

>>8188416
Trying to find out fabric options for doing Sugata's king outfit. I have no fucking clue how to even begin sewing stretch fabric, but figured I could modify a zentai suit fairly easily.

What companies even take custom zentai orders that will do a good job?

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 05:54:51 2015 No.8188496
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I have a mask made of claycrete.

Anyone have tips on how to fill the porous holes? It needs to be light and durable. Also a material that won't eat through paper.

I'm thinking an air dry clay layer, but anything that involved less sanding would be great.

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 10:13:18 2015 No.8188746
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Guys. I fucked up a wig. I got a venus wig from arda to try to make a Holo the wise wolf wig. The bangs are way to fucking thick and look like a brick of hair just sitting on my forehead even after taking out some of the tracks of hair. I'm heading down to Tokyo the day before my con. Where can I go to find another wig the right length and color?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 11:05:15 2015 No.8188838 >>8188418 Was there something unclear about "get a dance belt"? Wear compression pants if you want, but put on a dance belt first. There is a reason male dancers wear them as opposed to anything else.

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 12:56:52 2015 No.8188985
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Hey /cgl/, I'm thinking about using worbla for the first time and need some advice.

I want to use it for Squigly's chest piece, would it work if I make it out of clay first, then lay the worbla over top and heat it, then just press it into the clay to shape it? Will it form to the shape of the clay? Or is there another easier way to make this thing?

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 13:24:16 2015 No.8189030
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I need help with a few things-
1) How do I go about getting all that 'poof' into the red pants? I tried googling this but I have no idea how to word it.
2) Any recommendations for the belt buckle? What to make it out of/how to attatch.
3) Unrelated to this costume, but how do you guys handle your thermoplastics when shaping them? Do they get too hot to touch, and if so, how to you mold them? In add on to that, what do you guys use to get clean cuts for your pieces?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 13:41:20 2015 No.8189062 >>8189030 Can't really help with the other things, but 'harem pants' have that same poof.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 13:49:15 2015 No.8189068 >>8188496 Plaster

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 14:44:27 2015 No.8189150 File: 649 KB, 1023x926, jpg.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] What is this green garment with open shoulders called? I tried google, but got nothing. Help much appreciated!

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 15:21:19 2015 No.8189208 >>8188985 >press it into the clay to shape it ...that's what basically worbla is for. There are so much tutorials on the internet about the usage of the material

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 20:40:56 2015 No.8189839
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i'm 5'3, and the person i want to cosplay is incredibly tall (i suspect 6-6'5). Would wearing these creepers(1 inch sole) plus insole shoe pads (2.5 inches increase in height) at least help me with being tall, or would it just look unnatural?

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 20:47:26 2015 No.8189854
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Im trying to use this tutorial but I suck at math.
A lot.
My waist is 29inches and I want the pleats to be 2inches wide. I have 120inches/3.4meters of fabric. Do I have enough?

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 21:06:09 2015 No.8189879

>>8189854
Whatever type of pleats you're making, you need 3 times your waist measurement divided by 2. For instance, my waist is 26 inches, so 26*3 is 78 inches (2.1 yards). The reason you divide by two is mimicking how you will cut the 45" fabric into two 22" wide pieces (the length of your skirt). So my rectangles would be approximately 1 yard long, and I would need one yard of fabric. You definitely have enough. However, don't do the pleats by 2 inches, divide this your total fabric you need for the skirt (in my example, 2.1 yards) by the number of pleats the character visibly has for a more exact pleat size.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 21:46:18 2015 No.8189966 File: 23 KB, 300x300, kanekikun.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Anybody know how I could possibly get this jacket as soon as possible? I need it for AB, should I just give up now?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 22:24:44 2015 No.8190037 >>8182365 >>8187182 this honestly.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 22:31:15 2015 No.8190053 File: 646 KB, 2048x1152, 20150318_222737.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Please /cgl/ how can I make these shoes smaller? They look too thick on the sides when I put them on. They are one size.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:06:14 2015 No.8190108 >>8189854 Oh, yeah I forgot to state Im doing knife pleats. >>8189879 I kind of need the pleats wide though. So 87inches to cut out. I guess Ill just pleat it all until its around my size or something too. Thanks!

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:07:20 2015 No.8190111 >>8190053 post a pic of the sides/underside?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:14:13 2015 No.8190135 How can I get sephiroth's blade?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:15:35 2015 No.8190138 File: 104 KB, 800x533, DSC03111.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Any idea on where to even begin for something like this? A mannequin would be too heavy and all the styrofoam bodies I can find have no arms,

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:26:24 2015 No.8190159 >>8190138 Make it from scratch?

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:29:09 2015 No.8190166

>>8189839
Depends on who you are cosplaying. Personally I would think it looks weird. You can always invest in shoe lifts like this:

http://www.lesloveboat.com/shop/index.php?cPath=32

Isn't there a short person in the series you like that you can cosplay? I'm going through the same thing anon except I'm tall and I want to be short.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:31:13 2015 No.8190170 >>8189966 Maybe Ebay or aliexpress if you are lucky.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:32:14 2015 No.8190171 >>8188746 Did you fuck up the day before the con? If so you are just fucked.

Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:56:09 2015 No.8190220
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>>8190159

... I realize I should have been more specific. I actually want to make White Snake and my concern are the arms, how do I make arms from sratch and have them hold the shape?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 18 23:59:33 2015 No.8190228 >>8190138 well that is clearly just foam cut to shape.

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 00:35:16 2015 No.8190315
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How would I make these summoning 'tubes' from Devil Summoner Raidou? I found a really old /cgl/ thread that suggested:

>That looks a lot like the base-part of an X-acto knife, without the blade. If you can foot the bill, you could just buy a couple of those and find some kind of O-ring to screw into the chuck (the top of the base), instead of a blade? And, bonus, at the end you have a couple X-acto knives!

My only issue is that I'm going to have these at a con and use them for photos and I'm not sure if metal like this would be allowed so is there an alternative method or would this be the most accurate?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 00:37:47 2015 No.8190326 >>8188746 post a pic, just censor your face. ill try to help?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 00:40:59 2015 No.8190344 >>8188746 http://www.assistcosplay.com/page/shop-akihabara/ http://www.assistcosplay.com/page/shop-ikebukuro/

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 03:09:06 2015 No.8190626 Can you paint on a lycra body suit? Can you sew on a cape?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 04:11:51 2015 No.8190737 >>8190053 Post a picture of you wearing the shoes. It's easier to figure out tailoring concerns if we can see the item being worn.

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 04:13:53 2015 No.8190740

>>8189839
I personally really dislike the way creepers (namely, the super-thick soles) look in full-body photos, but I think that could be solved if you made a shoecover. Otherwise, I'd recommend normal shoes with a slight heel (around an inch) and the shoe lifts.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 04:26:21 2015 No.8190751 I am working on maid Nozomi Toujou and I just realized after finishing the apron... The stripes ended up on the wrong side. I don't have time to Remake it. Would it be okay?

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 05:40:20 2015 No.8190812
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I'm not sure what to do about shoes. I threw together 80% of the outfit in a night and couldn't find a way to achieve the same cobbled-together look for footwear.

I can't find any shoes or boots that look right, so I figured I would try to make them myself out of wood and cheap leather or something but it looks horrible and it even less functional.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 05:41:37 2015 No.8190813 >>8190812 damn u fine

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 05:51:14 2015 No.8190820 File: 429 KB, 720x556, yuri.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] What kind of hat is this??? Can I make one or would I be better off buying it? Thanks!

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 11:15:30 2015 No.8191133 >>8182819 Rhinestones or LEDs keep us posted on the progress, I'd really be interested to see how it turns out

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 11:27:11 2015 No.8191155
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>>8190315
The blade on X-acto knives can be removed, and you would essentially just have a small metal cylinder. I don't think you'd get in trouble but it certainly wouldn't hurt to email them and ask.

I actually think one of those pens with metal grips looks more accurate, but depending on how many you need, the construction of the pen, and what tools you have available, they may be too difficult to modify into the correct design.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 11:46:03 2015 No.8191196 >>8190812 Get some cheap base shoes and add fucked up shit to them? Not sure what you're trying to do.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 11:47:11 2015 No.8191199 >>8190326 >>8190737 I hope you guys are still here. I posted this before going to bed. I will upload everything when I get home!

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 11:59:21 2015 No.8191220
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So I'm going to be Beowulf from Skull Grills, everything is done but I have no clue what to do with the chair. I have a perfect chair looks-wise, but it's fairly heavy and I have no idea how to attach it to myself. I'm also not sure about walking around with the chair like it is in his ingame model, because I'm going to be bumping into so many people, and I already have to worry about the wolf head?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 12:05:21 2015 No.8191228 >>8191220 You could buy a cheap lightweight chair like that at walmart. and as a bonus, you never have to stand in line, as you could sit anywhere.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 12:46:42 2015 No.8191293 File: 273 KB, 640x832, c1c4fea287a12972da78d5b434e7210a1397299803_full.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Where could I get boots/shoes that are similar to Chaika's?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 16:21:24 2015 No.8191764 >>8191293 Use wedges (or buy if you don't have) Cover them with vinyl o whatever fabric you are using, do a boot cover, add deatils and done.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 16:54:49 2015 No.8191866 File: 673 KB, 900x5458, making_thigh_high_boots___the_cheats_way_by_lolainprogress-d5mf9lg.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8191293

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 18:31:20 2015 No.8192068 File: 1.29 MB, 1932x1084, Untitled-1.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8191199 Here they are! Please let me know if you need any more pictures.

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 19:01:36 2015 No.8192138
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About to start on cinderella's giant blue ball gown dress. From what I've ready, they didn't use a hoop skirt, apparently just a million fucking chiffon underskirts. I, however, do not have the time or money or a team of fifteen people to sew that many and am using a hoop skirt and several petticoats instead.
My question is how can I still make it look light and airy and flowy while using a hoop skirt and not having literally like twenty something skirts?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 19:05:22 2015 No.8192144 >>8192138 big, full-length petti over a hoop, then layer your fabrics accordingly.

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 20:16:36 2015 No.8192297
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I would like some help on figuring out what to make the apron of this outfit out of. In the anime and manga Tomoyo says that the outfit was made using a rubbery fabric but I'm having trouble finding something rubbery that isn't overly shiny. The only matte vinyls I've found come in black and white.
At this point I'm considering just using a nice cotton sateen instead. Any suggestions?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 21:33:32 2015 No.8192468 >>8190166 I can't help it-- i'm in love with the character i want to cosplay so much!! Thank you so much for the tip though.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 21:34:39 2015 No.8192474 >>8190740 I don't like them that much either. I just want to be as accurate as i can be with my first cosplay. Thank you for helping me!

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 21:48:17 2015 No.8192506 >>8190820 see >>8181591

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 21:49:21 2015 No.8192508 >>8182965 see >>8188810 There's also a few other tutorials in that thread too.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 21:52:32 2015 No.8192514 File: 41 KB, 300x400, hkgjk.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8191155 I need about eight of them but my problem is making them like picture related. They are suppose to "open up," too.

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 21:52:58 2015 No.8192515
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>>8182265
So I'm making a katana similar to pic related. I just can't seem to figure out one thing- how do I attach the rectangular piece in the middle? The whole sword aside from this part is one piece. The whole sword is made out of wood.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 19 21:59:29 2015 No.8192527 >>8192515 http://www.gyakuyoga.com/buki/buki-katana-matunaga-ken-En.html ?

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 23:15:05 2015 No.8192698

>>8192068
I think if you tried taking in the back seam (along your (heel), you might be able to reduce the width as it appears from the front. It looks like the heel side of the pattern might have been cut with a very large curve, so taking in the back seam would reduce that. Try safety-pinning that seam closer and see if it works (ie, if you can still get your foot in and out).

Anonymous Thu Mar 19 23:22:25 2015 No.8192719

I'll be going to a visual kei concert a few months from now. I'm not new to the style, but I've never tried a non-black wig. The closest I've gotten was a light/platinum blonde, which looked fine against my skin. I recently found a white wig I like, but I'm worried it won't look good on me.
So here's the question: Should I go with my desire of a white wig or should I find a light grey wig instead? Also, where the hell can I find light grey wigs that are in stock? Please and thank you.

>>8189150
I'm not sure what the actual name is, but google heian period clothing. I know it's from that time period at least.

>>8192297
Though you seem set on making it shiny, I would advice against it. A low shine sateen wouldn't be bad, but if it's for a con, remember that people don't know how to use flash.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 00:42:27 2015 No.8192919 File: 40 KB, 238x773, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] What's the best fabric for a blazer jacket? And how would I go about the little school lettering on pic related's jacket?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 00:43:36 2015 No.8192922 >>8192919 Any recommended patterns for the blazer are appreciated too. Thank you

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 03:53:46 2015 No.8193191 Im trying to dye a polyester/twill fabric but its not working, I need it done soon but the color is going in. What do I do?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 04:29:21 2015 No.8193235 >>8193191 You need special dyes to dye synthetic fabrics.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 04:35:22 2015 No.8193242 I have looked everywhere with no success. Anyone know where I can get a zentai suit template?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 04:40:52 2015 No.8193249 >>8193235 uhh what type of dye?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 07:08:07 2015 No.8193388 Looking for a sewing schematic/pattern for a baggy school cardigan.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 08:05:13 2015 No.8193422 >>8193249 http://lmgtfy.com/?q=dye+for+synthetic+fabric

Anonymous Fri Mar 20 12:45:48 2015 No.8193676
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I need to wear glasses for my cosplay but I'm worried the glare will be bad for pictures. So I'm thinking about popping out the lenses and only wearing the frames.

Is this weird? Should I just wear it with lenses for authenticity?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 12:51:14 2015 No.8193683 >>8193676 I think most people use lens-less glasses for cosplay because of that glare issue. It's pretty normal.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 12:59:56 2015 No.8193704 >>8192719 Don't wear a wig or costume to a concert. Ever. It's the worst idea.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 13:01:55 2015 No.8193707 >>8193676 I've never liked the look of no lens glasses, I think it looks ridiculous.

Anonymous Fri Mar 20 13:57:40 2015 No.8193812

>>8192919
Suiting fabrics, twill, a polyester blend. You can go to a thrift store and feel up a bunch of blazers (and check their tags for fibre content) if you don't have any blazers you can reference in your closet. For the insignia, you could embroider that on (lots of tutorials online if you Google "how to embroider letters").

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 15:09:37 2015 No.8193954 Does anyone have some tips for making light-up eyes in a mask? I know a few ways but I'm afraid I'll go blind with those.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 16:32:39 2015 No.8194157 So, I ordered a wig online for a character with blue hair, and the wig came and it's purple. Is there a way to get this fixed within about a week or so?

Anonymous Fri Mar 20 16:40:18 2015 No.8194189
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Does anyone here have advice about how to find a similar jacket? Not worried about having the black lines and studes, I can replicate that.

guardian Fri Mar 20 16:54:21 2015 No.8194228
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Asked this in my own thread because I'm a tard and didn't read this.

But, I'm making a Titan cosplay from destiny. I figure neoprene will work best for the under suit for under the armor plating. What i'm stuck on is the weapons.

I'm not sure what would be the best to do. Build off something or just do it from scratch.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 16:57:31 2015 No.8194240 >>8194228 You could do either or. Build it from a toy gun or use form/crafting to make a hand made gun after you use reference pictures. Which option do you feel like doing the most?

guardian Fri Mar 20 17:04:47 2015 No.8194261

>>8194240
I'd like to have a functional magazine. One I can pull out and slide back in. Possibly a working action if I remember to pay attention when I'm playing next time.

Either option sounds good. I have no set deadline for this and won't care if this takes a year or more to do. I wonder if I could do a combination of the two? Take the bits I need off a toy and work them into the custom build itself.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 17:06:34 2015 No.8194265 >>8193704 Thanks, but that wasn't really the question. In general, would a white wig look okay or should I stick with a light grey? I've never tried either color. If it helps, I have a sort of neutral colored skin.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 18:01:54 2015 No.8194418 >>8194261 Build off of a nerf gun if you can, I've seen some pretty impressive nerf mods.

Anonymous Fri Mar 20 18:28:40 2015 No.8194484
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Brow question. I have the worst brows ever, basically cover my entire brow bone.
Hoping I can get possible shaping advice, as to what shape would look okay?
Also I have rather very thick dark, would it be in my interest to trim them?

pic related
please ignore my bad skin.

Also, really was not sure where to ask, apologize if this thread is wrong.

>>	ei666shii !otnRSDkuZA Fri Mar 20 20:06:59 2015 No.8194715 >>8194484 You have a potential good arch going on already but it seems like they are sort of short. Are your brows fully grown out in the pic or have you plucked them in anyway?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 20:59:59 2015 No.8194817 I need help with sexy no jutsu Naruto's clouds. I don't know how to attach them or wrap them around my body without it looking bad. Any help would be appreciated!

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 21:08:01 2015 No.8194824 I'm going to my first ever con tomorrow with some friends, anything I should be aware/afraid of?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 21:15:50 2015 No.8194835 >>8191199 How about the sides? how can I make them less wide? Thanks for the help so far btw.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 21:19:00 2015 No.8194841 >>8193812 Thank you very much!

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 21:25:04 2015 No.8194858 >>8194824 Wear a chastity belt. Just in case.

Anonymous Fri Mar 20 21:44:29 2015 No.8194893

>>8194824
If you're going as a popular character, a lot of people will want your picture. I wore a mediocre Harley costume and got over 60 (lost count) people taking my picture. So be prepared for that.
Also if you're going to do stuff (autographs for example), be about an hour early and be prepared for long lines. Also charge your phone/camera!
That's pretty much it.

Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:00:30 2015 No.8194924

>>8194715
They have been shaped a bit, usually I just clear up under my brow, the brow bone part and the middle. I might pull too much there though? have that crazy uni-brow.
They grow pretty fast, so I am not sure if I should let it all grow out, then restart from there?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:13:34 2015 No.8194952 >>8194893 thankyou very much for the advice, I sure hope I'm cute enough for the photos!

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:35:21 2015 No.8194982 Hey, just thought I'd ask but does anyone have any idea if I'd be able to dye something baby blue a blood red?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:37:46 2015 No.8194986 >>8194982 Too vague. Is it a wig? Fabric? Regardless, the answer is a really likely "no". The blue undertones would fuck up your red unless you're looking for a dark burgundy.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:43:11 2015 No.8194999 >>8194982 You can, but you'd get a purpley-red at best.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:43:40 2015 No.8195001 >>8194986 Oh sorry, a wig. And yeah, I need more burgundy I guess. I was sent arda's in the style I ordered but in denim blue when it's supposed to be maroon.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:48:50 2015 No.8195010 >>8195001 Did you accidentally click Denim Blue or was it a fuckup on Arda's part? And do you have time to send it back and ask for the proper wig? Dyeing would be tricky and you'd probably have to buy another wig anyway.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:54:27 2015 No.8195018 >>8195010 It was a fuck up on their part, they are going to send me another one but it won't arrive in time.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:57:17 2015 No.8195022 >>8195018 For no charge and without sending back the blue one? In that case, you can try dyeing. Nothing to lose, I guess.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 22:59:25 2015 No.8195026 I've decided to start wearing false eyelashes to cons but idk where to get them, what kind, how to apply them, can i reuse them?? Any help is appreciated tyty

Anonymous Fri Mar 20 23:04:03 2015 No.8195037

>>8195026

I use Ardell, primarily because I can get them at Ulta and get rewards points. I would recommend them, they're very comfy and easy to apply. Target, Sallys, and Ulta has them, but Ulta has tons of other brands on top of just ardell. I'm a big fan of their demi wispies for daily wear

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 23:04:26 2015 No.8195038 >>8195022 Yeah, I paid extra for faster shipping. I might as well try, I'm pretty bummed.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 23:16:47 2015 No.8195067 >>8195037 Oh wow theres like a million Ardell lashes! Are they reusable or should I get a couple?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 23:37:45 2015 No.8195102 >>8194189 Studs* and bump

Anonymous Fri Mar 20 23:38:08 2015 No.8195104

>>8195067

Most lashes are reusable if you clean them well. My usual method is to pull all of the glue off with my nails (there will be glue on the strip when you remove them), and then use makeup remover to get excess glue and mascara off. If you're really into sanitizing them, you can usually soak lashes in rubbing alcohol, but I would then soak them in water before you wear them again so that your eyes don't burn.
Careful with the alcohol though; I had a really nice pair of Benefit lashes that I soaked and they came apart at the band, but that's never happened with Ardells for me.
My favorites are their 120 (for daily wear and also youthful non-anime characters, make the eyes look wide but not cartoony), 102 (for punky type anime characters), and their whole double up line for special dramatic stuff.
Eylure is another great brand, and I LOVE their super dense double lashes (206-208) for a super dramatic effect. They are harder to apply though, because the band is so thick. Also, makes lids very heavy hah

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 23:39:51 2015 No.8195107 >>8194952 You're welcome! I'm sure you will be. Have fun and don't forget to check the schedule frequently!

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 20 23:49:18 2015 No.8195129 >>8195067 >>8195104 Also! Don't use the adhesive that comes with the lashes. Get a tube (or the kind with the brush) of Duo, preferably in "clear/white".

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 00:23:50 2015 No.8195183 File: 452 KB, 1280x720, tumblr_nl4gezEw4w1r901oao2_1280.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Can i make this with foam and/or model magic or is there a better way of doing this?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 00:34:36 2015 No.8195201 >>8195183 seems simple enough to make with EVA foam.Make a mock up with cardstock or cardboard and transfer the pattern onto the foam. Gonna try my hand at Jasper's helmet after I'm finished with my current projects

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 00:53:39 2015 No.8195233 >>8195201 Nice, Thanks.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 01:09:01 2015 No.8195259 >>8194817 Wear a strapless bra harness and attach them to that from the front and the back attach them like wings?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 01:09:21 2015 No.8195260 >>8195104 thanks so much, this was really helpful! >>8195183 if youtry to make that with model magic youll want to kill yourself lol seconding EVA foam which you can get at harbor freight tools for pretty cheap

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 01:18:06 2015 No.8195269 i want to make a durable sword, best material? ive seen some people use this plastic like stuff before but no idea what to look up

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 01:23:56 2015 No.8195273 >>8195259 Thanks for the idea! I'll see what I can do about attaching them like wings.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 01:36:31 2015 No.8195296 File: 75 KB, 426x599, 426px-Kotori_pure_sr546_t.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Would chiffon be good for the skirt? Or should I go with some other fabric?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 01:42:46 2015 No.8195313 >>8195296 >mai waifu chiffon would be so pretty oh my goodness

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 01:54:23 2015 No.8195330 >>8195296 Are you doing this part of a group? Just wondering if it the same my friend is

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 01:58:48 2015 No.8195335 >>8195330 I wish ;_; going solo unfortunately I only know one other person into SIF, and they don't cosplay

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 02:02:02 2015 No.8195337 >>8195260 Thank you!

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 02:06:34 2015 No.8195344 So my friend bought some sheets of thermoplast by accident and gave them to me. What can I do with this stuff/what can I use it as an alternative to?

Anonymous Sat Mar 21 09:23:26 2015 No.8195721
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I may have made a mistake. I made the wing emblems and used stiff double sided interfacing to put them on my jacket thinking the interfacing would be enough to keep the sides from fraying.

After a day it wasn't. If I apply fabric glue to the edges will it help, or will it leave dark marks? Please help.

>>	Autismo Belargo Sat Mar 21 09:37:03 2015 No.8195732 File: 743 KB, 762x727, Comparison.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Currently working on my tennant costume but I am thinking of getting it fitted to me more so it looks more like the picture on the right

Autismo Belargo Sat Mar 21 09:39:04 2015 No.8195733
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Currently working on my tennant costume but I am thinking of getting it fitted to me more so it looks more like the picture on the right. Unsure on any other ways to get it to look right any ideas?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 10:50:04 2015 No.8195793 File: 270 KB, 1387x937, Maou_dress_progress.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I'm paranoid that the petticoat I got is too wide.

Anonymous Sat Mar 21 12:08:14 2015 No.8195844
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I'm going for a Kanji Tatsumi cosplay and I have a few concerns

-How can I get my school uniform jacket to stay on my shoulders like Kanji does
-What's the best way to do his scar in picture 2 (I was thinking of using some sort of white foundation so it'll blend with my skin)
-What's the easiest way to do a bullet necklace
-Any boots that look like Kanji's that won't make me break bank
-Should I use eyeliner and/or mascara

Sorry if I'm asking too much. I just want this cosplay to be at least decent

>>	guardian Sat Mar 21 13:13:45 2015 No.8195929 >>8195721 Good to see a fellow Zeke fan. Can you take a picture of the fraying so we can get a better idea of how bad it is?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 13:18:34 2015 No.8195937 >>8192698 Meant to reply to you. Not >>8191199

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 13:19:36 2015 No.8195940 >>8195793 No offense, you are just wider and I genuinely mean no offense. She just looks very stretched.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 13:21:06 2015 No.8195944 >>8192698 # Meant to reply to you. Not >>8191199 # Here >>8194835

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 13:23:16 2015 No.8195948 >>8195940 No offense I'm short and chubby and I know it.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 13:23:25 2015 No.8195950 File: 14 KB, 225x330, 30084.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Do catsuits like pic related have a specific name? I talk about the cut on the chest. Also where could I find a similar one but in big sizes?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 13:25:16 2015 No.8195953 >>8195940 No offense taken, I'm short and chubby and I know it.

Anonymous Sat Mar 21 13:56:11 2015 No.8196002

>>8195844
>-How can I get my school uniform jacket to stay on my shoulders like Kanji does
Easiest way would be to pin it, but I would go with snap fasteners as they won't be as noticeable

>-What's the best way to do his scar in picture 2 (I was thinking of using some sort of white foundation so it'll blend with my skin)
After your basic makeup, which you should have anyways, you can add the scar in with colored eyeliner.

>-What's the easiest way to do a bullet necklace
You could make one out of clay or model magic, or some nerf bullets are more bullet like and don't have the suction cup ends.

>-Any boots that look like Kanji's that won't make me break bank
Basic brown dress shoes. Wal-Mart, Payless. I found similar ones for Speed Racer at a thrift store.

>-Should I use eyeliner and/or mascara
Subtly, yes. Do not go overboard with makeup for male characters unless they specifically call for it. For anime characters, mascara is rarely a bad idea, but go easy on the eyeliner. Too many people give massive raccoon eyes in every cosplay and it looks terrible.

Anonymous Sat Mar 21 14:00:58 2015 No.8196008

>>8195733
You have a very different build than he does, so it will not fit you the same way. Taking in a suit jacket at the sides like that is a lot more work than most think as the jacket has to be almost entirely disassembled for it to be done right.
My best advice would be to get his overcoat and try to hide your figure more that way.

Anonymous Sat Mar 21 14:04:47 2015 No.8196018

>>8195344
Thermoplastics cover a very wide variety of types. That would be like saying "I have foam, what can I do with it?". It all depends on what kind you have, how much you have, and what you want to make.

>>8195721
Get some fray check. you can get it at any craft store, wal-mart, or any place like that.

Anonymous Sat Mar 21 14:12:03 2015 No.8196027
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I'm trying to figure this one out without modifying the hell out of the pattern. I haven't seen too many L'alc cosplayers attempt the pumpkin bloomer-like bottom. I know the most similar thing to the bottom portion of L'alc's suit is a romper below the sweetheart bust but I'm trying to see if there's a pattern that I could modify. With the way I'm imagining the outfit its nigh impossible to have the waist darts AND have the bloomer-like portion of the shorts. I'd be killing two birds with one stone if I could figure this one out since Raraiya Monday's suit is also similar. Thanks to anyone who could help in advance.

Anonymous Sat Mar 21 18:11:55 2015 No.8196390

Anyone gave hakama experience? I've made several in gabardine, twill and denim but they're usually too thick, bulky and don't tend to hold pleats. Also apparently hakama are supposed to be satin but they look kind of dumb when used in the Bleach musical.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 19:16:11 2015 No.8196496 File: 25 KB, 283x392, cosplay.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I want to cosplay pic related, but I have no idea what kind of wig would work for this. Any ideas?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 19:19:11 2015 No.8196505 >>8192138 Have a hoop skirt then 19 skirts. Or hoop skirt then petticoats.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 19:38:31 2015 No.8196534 >>8195929 >>8196018 Thanks, it's not overly bad and just the edges.The threads sticking out are quite short. I'll try fray check to begin with.

Anonymous Sat Mar 21 21:41:39 2015 No.8196757
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So I'm looking for fabric for my Tinkerbell cosplay, and I'm having a hard time. I wan't it to have a solid leaf pattern like the one shown. Not individual leaves.
Does anyone have any good sites? I'm going to need the same fabric in yellow for a future cosplay as well.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 21:45:25 2015 No.8196765 >>8196496 Uhm ebay? The same advice everyone gets.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 21:46:21 2015 No.8196767 >>8195953 you're pretty average, anime proportions are hell. also. i think it would look a bit better if you took the waist in a bit. also if you feel chubby you could always wear shapewear to help?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 21:47:22 2015 No.8196769 >>8196496 theres a wig thread >>8196765 b8 right?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 21:57:24 2015 No.8196792 >>8196757 I am nearly positive that she painted those lines on the fabric herself and that the fabric did not come like that. Get some fabric paint and follow suit.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 22:23:14 2015 No.8196836 >>8196390 Made mine in a mid-weight linen from JoAnn and sprayed the shit out of them with fabric starch. I also kind of cheated and made every pleat a separate panel so I could follow the seamlines when ironing in the pleats.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 22:47:41 2015 No.8196892 >>8196836 If I could pattern this with the hem on the hem on the selvage panels sound like a great idea. Did you serge the inner seams?

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 22:49:53 2015 No.8196898 >>8196767 This. Nothing wrong with shspewear and padding even crazy skinny people use them to achieve riddick proportions and smooth out weird parts.

>>	Anonymous Sat Mar 21 22:55:27 2015 No.8196913 What's the best hair curler at a lower price point? I have a double whammy of needing curls for a wig and growing my hair out, but I don't want to spend over $50.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 01:12:23 2015 No.8197091 Just got a pretty nice pink seifuku. Not very well versed in anime, but I'm curious if there's any quick and easy characters to cosplay with that.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 01:45:24 2015 No.8197154

>>8195793
>>8196767
>i think it would look a bit better if you took the waist in a bit
Seconding this a lot! A well-fitted bodice will do wonders for how your figure looks, even if you feel like you've got a stocky/squarish shape. I'd even recommend some boning to keep the midsection area smooth.
>tfw a boned bodice makes you go from 'eh' to 'HOT FUCK'

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 02:08:13 2015 No.8197185 >>8197154 This and look into how different seams and embellishments make you look slimmer or wider. A princess seam that curves inward toward your belly slightly will look slimmer than one that goes straight up and down.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 03:10:14 2015 No.8197289
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Is there a specific term for lace/trim like this? 'Trim' is just too general to effectively search for and while searching 'lace' I also get all kinds of results that don't really match what I'm looking for. I think in Japanese they call it ガーランドリボン (garland ribbon) or something braid/blade but that's not helping much either.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 04:56:09 2015 No.8197412 >>8197289 Have you just tried venise rose lace?

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 06:34:04 2015 No.8197476 File: 91 KB, 500x709, image_original.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Thinking of doing this skywalker for an upcoming con but I am coming across the problem of finding a wig and how to do the tats any ideas?

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 13:49:07 2015 No.8197900
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>>8197154
>>8196767
I'll be wearing a corset during the actual convention. Once it's closer to the convention and I finally attach the zipper I'll tailor it as needed.

I'm more concerned about the width of the petticoat and the skirt and not my waist.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 14:36:45 2015 No.8197982
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So, I got some fleece for the vest part of a cosplay of pic related, but the store didn't have anything in that shade of pink, so I got white. I got polyester dye as well, but they only had the colors of the rainbow for the poly dyes - no pink - so I have red. My question is, will it be at all possible to craft a pink color from the red, either by using much less of the dye than instructed or by boiling the fabric for a shorter time?

If not I'll find another way, but it would be nice not to waste what I've got..

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 15:02:00 2015 No.8198020 Sewing noob here, does joann's sell suitable lining fabric?

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 15:02:32 2015 No.8198021

>>8197476
>wig
Arda, eBay

>tattoos
Get someone to paint them onto you (use body paint like Ben Nye or PAX, not eyeliner pencils or Sharpies). Alternately (assuming you're right-handed and don't have someone to draw the designs onto you), make yourself a sleeve for your right arm out of nude pantyhose and draw the designs onto that one with Sharpie/ink. You can wear the sleeve on your left arm when you're drawing to make it easier.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 15:09:56 2015 No.8198031

>>8198020
I like their Posh Linings brand, though that's only offered in a small range of colours (beige, white, black, maroon iirc). There's another lining brand that's got a wider colour variety, but it feels more crisp - like prom dress lining. Posh Linings has a more soft feel to it.

>>8197900
The petticoat balances out your figure nicely, it's a good shape.

>>8197982
Yes, you can get a lighter dye shade both by using less dye and by dunking your fabric for a really short time.

Are you using iDye Poly? Those dyes come in packets, not powders, so they recommend that you first dissolve the entire packet in the recommended amount of water, then pour out a little bit of the dye water into a new container and fill that new container with water. Also, don't use the colour intensifier packet to get a pale pink.

White polyester takes on dye pretty easy, so do a dye test first. Though I did dye some white poly chiffon once and only dunked each piece for ~15-20 minutes (I had a lot of fabric to get through) and it never really got further than a pale purple.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 15:15:02 2015 No.8198039 >>8197982 Yes, but test dye-times beforehand.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 15:34:37 2015 No.8198069 What color would you guys say Sinestro is? Im looking to get makeup and most Sinestros I see are too red/orange

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 15:36:33 2015 No.8198076

I have to add foam to the chest of a spandex suit. I tried sewing the pieces on and it looked like someone shat on my chest.

Since then, I've used fabric glue and it looks much better. I've read a lot, especially on CGL, about glue and fabric being hilarious. Is it always a sin, or can it be done correctly?

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 16:03:52 2015 No.8198124 >>8198069 He's pink.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 16:39:45 2015 No.8198188
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What is the best way to do details when working with expanding foam? I am currently working on this staff and I am finding it difficult to do the details at the bottom. I am putting paper mache on it after. First time doing anything like this also.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 16:43:57 2015 No.8198197 >>8198188 Box cutter. Be sure to replace the blade often.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 16:55:47 2015 No.8198217

I'm making a pleated skirt. I know usually you have to double and triple your waist measurements to make one. But I'm a little unsure of how I would work out the measurements if I want to make pleats that are about 4.6 inches big? A lot of the tutorials I'm seeing are for 1 and 2 inch pleats. I'm a complete idiot when it comes to math and new to sewing so I'm sorry if the answer is something obvious.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 17:03:38 2015 No.8198232

Hey guys

I'm hosting a panel at a local convention about costuming on a budget. I was wondering if you had anything you struggle to find cheaply, any ways you save money, and cut costs, and what you look for out of a panel on budgeting for costumes! This is my first panel so it's really important I have good info! Thanks!

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 17:13:50 2015 No.8198268

>>8198232
Make sure one of the first things you stress is that budget correlates with quality. I think a mistake some people fall into is wanting to make really extravagant costumes with limited budgets. That's not saying you can't make some amazing costumes on tight cash, but this means people need to make the most out of their budget and buy the best materials they are able and understand the best way to use those materials (example: you could make some really great costumes with $8/yd kona cotton, like a skirt for a school girl outfit, but do not expect to make a Princess Serenity dress without diastorous results)

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 17:26:46 2015 No.8198299 >>8198188 that foam you got looks like the really fragile kind so be careful.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 18:35:00 2015 No.8198418 >>8198197 That's what I'm using but I'm still having trouble with the small details :c >>8198299 Fragile in what sense? Also what should I be careful with?

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 18:53:37 2015 No.8198443 File: 320 KB, 416x740, azcuebahjbyitkqnjomlabyurtpbwicphmjrtwls-740.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Methods for making armor? Has anyone made this type of costume? What methods did you try, and how did it turn out?

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 19:27:20 2015 No.8198478
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hey /cgl/ I don't know where to start on making a cosplay like this. I know I can get a red pleated skirt but I don't know how to do the collar. Does anyone have any templates for a collar like this? what kind of shirt should I use?

Thanks

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 20:27:23 2015 No.8198570

>>8198031
>>8198039

Thanks so much for the advice! I have a ton of fabric scraps left over from the project so I'll try a few different times to try to get the color I want.

(I am using iDye Poly; it was the only one available at the store! I'm sure there are better out there but this should do for now.)

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 21:16:34 2015 No.8198642

>>8198217
Nevermind, got a little restless so I did some googling and figured that like how I need 3x my waist measurement a pleat needs 3x the material of the end pleat. I'm pretty sure I have the calculations and measurements I need, though I'm open to any other advice.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 22:04:15 2015 No.8198716
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I've asked teezkut if he/she could make me a suit in their vision of armor from runescape, I even offered a generous amount and they said they are backed up for nearly a year and hasn't given me a green light for 3 months since I've asked.
So I'm asking here is anyone capable of making a set from runescape if it isn't impossible/ridiculous.
Or if anyone has a link to a site where commissions are available
Thank you.
Pic related, everything but helmet is what I'd love to be created

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 22:36:02 2015 No.8198770

>>8198478
Looks like a basic seifuku shirt with a modified square seifuku collar and a button placket down the front. Google those terms, and you'll have a starting point. If you're thrifting/purchasing your pieces, you should be able to find a button-up pink shirt, cut the sleeves (if needed), and attach a custom collar and sleeve cuffs.

>>8198570
>>8198031 anon here, iDye Poly's pretty aite for general poly fabrics. I've heard that Jacquard is another dye brand to look into, but I've yet to try it. Good luck with the dyeing and remember to pre-wet your fabric to get even colour distribution (I forget half the time and don't remember until the fabric's in the bucket, welp).

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 22:38:17 2015 No.8198774

>>8187189
>>8187186

Same as the other anon, I got a Baby blouse for $10 (and $5 shipping) once because it had "stains" on it. When I got it there was one tiny tiny pit stain that came out after 2 seconds in oxyclean.

>>8187190
Were there any faults? Or can you give us a link to the listing?

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 23:19:55 2015 No.8198834
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Anyone have any idea how to make this prop? The scythe head will be made out of insulation foam and the staff part will be pvc pipe, but I'm at a loss on what to do for the two rings between them. The whole thing needs to be able to come apart, preferably with the scythe as one piece, the rings as one or two and the rod.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 23:21:20 2015 No.8198839 >>8198834 >Terra Battle Anon you have great taste

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 23:27:21 2015 No.8198848

Does anyone know what tubular elastic is? Google is useless and just gives me medical supplies when I search for Tubular elastic, and sewing machines when I search tubular elastic sewing.
Reason I think I need it is because a crochet pattern for gloves I'm making once I figure this out requires it for around the wrists. If nobody else knows I'll probably just use thread elastic of the same colour.

Anonymous Sun Mar 22 23:52:22 2015 No.8198895
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Ok, so I finally got around to reading Pun Pun. I really want to do the eyepatch version. I don't really like the other cosplays that have been done, since I just feel the use of material for the head looks strange plus I want to actually have the beak. So far what I have planned is using a sturdy mesh as either a papier mache base or maybe using claycrete. I'm not sure if I feel texture would be right or if I want it to be perfectly flat... Also I'm looking into doll eyes (30MM) and prosthetic eyes to give the effect of the eye as shown in the pic.

Also, where is everyone getting the black sweater idea for their cosplays? In the manga the sweater he wears with that outfit looks light/medium gray. The panel in the pic is one I coloured on photoshop to show what scheme I would go for.

My main questions are: How do I get the head to blend into my neck better? All I can think of is applying bodypaint before putting it on. Also, how am I supposed to breathe with this thing on my head? I was thinking maybe one of those mini portable fans secured to the top to keep air moving through the small spaces near my neck but I'm not sure if that would work... I was also thinking putting some kind of black mesh rather than mache at the top where people wouldn't be able to see. Breathing is very important to me.

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 23:53:23 2015 No.8198899 >>8198848 Are you thinking of rope elastic or am I just wrong?

>>	Anonymous Sun Mar 22 23:54:52 2015 No.8198904 >>8198895 Shoot! I also forgot to ask, do y'all think black jeans would be suitable for this? I can't tell if they look jean-ish or more like slacks or something.

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 00:00:53 2015 No.8198919

>>8198899
I don't believe so, I'm making crochet lace gloves. I'm not even sure what tubular elastic looks like. I'd attach a picture of the gloves, but there wasn't one attached to the pattern for some stupid reason, and the shop it linked to that sold made versions of the gloves seems to have gone down recently, so no picture from there.

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 00:01:04 2015 No.8198921
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What fabric would you guys suggest making rins top from?? I feel like it needs to be stretchy but spandex is too thin..

It'd be really awesome if someone could link me to an online shop I can purchase suitable fabric from!

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 23 00:10:15 2015 No.8198956 >>8198921 Probably some kind of knit. Maybe this? https://www.fabric.com/buy/0401322/super-stretch-hatchi-sweater-knit-dark-red or textured https://www.fabric.com/buy/0397666/faux-wool-sweater-knit-heather-red-turquoise-specks

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 23 00:38:33 2015 No.8199035 Anyone know how to remove fabric paint (the brush on kind)? I painted a jacket a while back but I want to remove the paint and turn it into something else, but most of the stuff I can find on Google is for that "puffy" kind of fabric paint.

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 23 02:27:58 2015 No.8199237 >>8198770 Not on a budget at all, I plan on making this a good quality cosplay. I'll look those up, thanks!

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 23 03:16:28 2015 No.8199313 File: 34 KB, 540x360, 11074630_10152718585280840_1802053623_n.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Got two foam forms carved for Juri Han not sure of the best way to attach them after I get the fiber on. Wires? I figure I should put them in now.

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 04:17:25 2015 No.8199462

>>8199313

I made a wig with a single giant foam + clay horn on one side, and what I did was I put a piece of thin cardboard (cereal box) on the inside where I wanted the horn to sit, and hot glued it to the foam between the wefts. It's held through several cons now.

It looks like you've hollowed out a place for stubs to go in. I'd glue it onto the stub with the same adhesive you secured the ponytail with, and then stabilize it with cardboard.

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 04:34:53 2015 No.8199502
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>>8198834

This rifle is made of insulation foam, craft foam and cardboard wrapping paper tubes, then coated in resin. It weighs less than 2 pounds and is almost 8 feet long. Inside the barrel, there is a smaller cardboard tube wrapped in craft foam. The tension from the foam compressed against the inside of the barrel is sufficient to hold the whole thing together in any pose, but it simply pulls apart into 2 pieces for travel.

I don't know where to get <1" diameter cardboard tubes of any significant length, though.

For your prop, I'd be worried about a narrow PVC tube flexing all over the place at that length.

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 23 14:53:43 2015 No.8200309 >>8198716 Anyone?

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 15:23:43 2015 No.8200368

>>8199502
If anything, I'd sacrifice accuracy for stability and use a thicker PVC pipe or find wood.
Should have mentioned my problem is more along the lines of something that comes apart but is also strong enough to support the giant scythe head. The cardboard/foam idea is nice but wouldn't hold up, and I have no idea how I to shape that into rings.
Thanks though!

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 15:57:40 2015 No.8200450

>>8198834
why not sandwich sheet wood in between foam pieces? Foam is rather lightweight so I doubt the blade would be heavy enough to made the rings snap if they're reinforced with wood. Not sure how you would make the scythe deconstructable... maybe a large washer of some sort and have the staff screw in?

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 23 16:21:20 2015 No.8200508 >>8199502 I hope you're using proper safety techniques while applying that spray paint anon. It looks great so far though

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 19:45:34 2015 No.8200985
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I've got a hankering to cosplay kimono Sheryl.

What would be the best way to add the cherry blossoms to the corner edge of a used silk kimono? I was thinking about making a stencil and painting the flowers on with fabric paint, getting two large stamps and stamping the flowers on with fabric paint, or getting iron-on embroidery patches. Do any of those sound good? Anyone have better ideas?

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 20:47:02 2015 No.8201157

>>8185120
...i'm honestly having a hard time figuring out where exactly you figure you need piping on this?

>>8186091
tandy leather, ebay, buying faux leather and sewing your own, you've got a lot of options anon

>>8186926
only other online place i can think of offhand is mjtrends, but they don't have a very wide selection either and are low on stock right now, sorry anon

>>8187567
you'll have to pay attention to detail and get a decent wig, but yeah it's doable

>>8190626
>Can you paint on a lycra body suit?
better to applique it, here, have a tutorial: http://crashcult.blogspot.ca/2011/01/costuming-stretch-applique-tutorial.html
>Can you sew on a cape?
yes

>>8198443
check out punished props, i think his tutorials are probably closest to what you're looking for

>>8199035
if it ain't washing out, it ain't coming off anon

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 21:07:56 2015 No.8201221
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>>8195844
Here's what I did for the necklace. dummybullet.com has various inert cartridges and you can select an option to get them without the hole in the side. The rest was just misc jewelry making supplies.

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 21:35:32 2015 No.8201287

>>8183562
You would need something with some body for it to stick out like that. I hope you have some wire or something. Many ebay sellers also sell scrunchies or headbands that have wire and are that shape
>>8185120
DO you mean piping in the V shape lines or did you mean boning? I think it needs boning but not piping.
>>8186033
Well Im doing my best to guess what you meant but look into acrylic or acetate sheets and using an adhesive to the inside of the mask. If you can't find the color you need, stained glass paint works well on the clear ones.
>>8186753
Make them sign a contract
>>8187056
Probably look up star wars patterns. I've seen those frequently in the simplicity pattern books
>>8187150
Sounds interesting. Post pics as you go
>>8188985
Ive had some pretty good results just using paper clay. Worbla isn't really necessary just for that
>>8189030
Make sure the bottom of the pants are wider than the top then use elastic to cuff them at the ankle. New look pattern 8710 is good for stuff like that.
Probably best to build on top of an existing belt buckle with clay
>>8190751
Well the people who know it's wrong will know. I know you're looking for redemption but this is not the place to ask for it.
>>8193242
Kwik Sew pattern 3052
>>8193388
Cardigans are usually made from knit so good luck sewing that

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 21:39:49 2015 No.8201296

Perhaps a silly question but I recently used fabric paint on some shoes, and have let them dry and have given them a blast with the heat gun (because I cant iron them)...anyway to tell if I've heat set them enough? I've noticed the odd patch hear and there that still feels "tacky" but isnt actually sticky it just kinda feels like that (sorry for the poor description)
1. is that normal or do i need to blast it again with the heat gun?
2. Should I use some sort of sealant on them at all or is heat setting enough?

>>	Anonymous Mon Mar 23 21:49:43 2015 No.8201321 >>8200985 I'd say either iron-on embroidery or silk screening.

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 21:50:13 2015 No.8201322

>>8193954
If you want it to light up its best to have it not over where your actual eyes will be and block the light from your eyes if that makes any sense
>>8194189
Thrift stores
>>8195018
Will they be at the con you are going to? if so ask about exchanging it at their booth
>>8198232
I like using the cosplanner app because that helps you keep an eye on spending
>>8198848
elastic cord?
>>8198921
I would say some sort of heavy jersey knit

Anonymous Mon Mar 23 22:40:01 2015 No.8201393
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Hey cgl, i'm stuck in a bit of a dilemma here, that slightly ribbed texture is really throwing me off my game...how do you think would be the best way to do that bluey-purple pattern near the bottom of shulk's shirt? nearly every cosplay I've seen of it so far has it painted on and looks rather sloppy/uncomfortably crunchy

From my experience with them, I'm assuming transfer sheets wouldn't work much better and i don't know how heat n' bond would work with that sort of fabric, should I just be looking to applique it at this point?
Any advice/opinions you can give is appreciated, thanks

Anonymous Tue Mar 24 00:07:17 2015 No.8201603
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Hey guys! So im working on a wadanohara cosplay for Fanime and I plan to make the moon and stars on her hat light up. I've bought the LEDs but I'm entirely torn on what to do. I wanna create a nice even glow on the stars and moon and every tutorial I see with LEDs has that super bright dot where the LED is. Anyone with any experience on this kind of thing know if there's any way to correct this? Also im torn between doing resin casts or giving the transparent worbla a try. Some input would be greatly appreciated and more helpful than you would ever know. Thanks guys c:

Anonymous Tue Mar 24 00:09:28 2015 No.8201605

>>8201603
Hmm... Not sure if it would work, it would need to be tested but my first thought was putting some sort of reflective backing in the moon/stars and a few lights, so the lights would then reflect off the back and perhaps make it more overall... Light-y up-y? Once again, just a theory.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 00:20:06 2015 No.8201623 >>8201603 Look up light diffusing material as a backing to your stars? Drafting film and sheer white fabric, for example.

Anonymous Tue Mar 24 00:28:54 2015 No.8201640

>>8201623
I didn't even think of light diffusing material THANK YOU. like some strong LEDs and light diffusing materials may be the smartest thing for me to do. now comes the resin vs transparent worbla debate. Would worbla work better since its hollow? Anyone have any other suggestions with what to use?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 03:05:09 2015 No.8202015 Where can I buy large buckles? I need a 2 inch curved heel bar buckle and search engines are fucked and only turn up 1 1/2" buckles because that has a 2 in it. I'd rather not make a fake buckle if possible.

Anonymous Tue Mar 24 06:02:20 2015 No.8202239
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How would I go about making this? I want to be able to take it apart in the middle as if it were two swords. Any ideas? I've thought about using two foam buccaneer swords and modifying those, thoughts on that?

>>	Autsimo Belargo Tue Mar 24 08:28:08 2015 No.8202369 >>8196008 Well when you say very different build would you mind going into detail because if it is a weight thing I am 100% on board with that and do plan to loose some but yeah

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 10:14:53 2015 No.8202510 >>8202015 Go to the dollar store or thrift shop and see if there are any cheap belts with the right kind of buckle?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 10:45:36 2015 No.8202554 >>8202239 Maybe some strong ass magnets holding the two parts together?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 10:48:56 2015 No.8202563 >>8202239 You could make it have a twisting lock system where one of them slides into the other then a twist would lock it in place.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 13:57:04 2015 No.8202810 What kind of paint do you use to airbrush a latex piece? I've read that RMG paint is usually what's used to paint latex, but do you thin it down if you want to use the airbrush or is it just not possible or...?

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 18:27:34 2015 No.8203424 >>8201393 Bypass the whole problem by going shirtless.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 18:33:05 2015 No.8203445 >>8201287 Bless you anon.

Anonymous Tue Mar 24 18:37:52 2015 No.8203458
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Okay, so I want to make the Lance of Longinus from Eva. I'm pretty sure I want to use sintra boards to make the spinning/spear part, but I'm not sure what to use for the stick end and how to give it that 'twirl'. I'm inclined to use wooden dowels but again, no idea how to make that spin, and I need the top parts to be able to detach for transportation, so any advice or wisdom that you could pass on to be would be greatly appreciated!

>>8201603
I have no advice for you but please post photos when you're done! I love Wadanohara.

>>	Anonymous Tue Mar 24 23:06:17 2015 No.8204062 File: 30 KB, 800x239, logo.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Is RedGorilla.co any good of a website? They are the only site that has an item I want but they look a little sketch.

Anonymous Wed Mar 25 01:09:43 2015 No.8204306
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>>8203424
Haha I wish, nah I'm way too far into this already to go the booty-shorts way anyways.

A second look at pic related and the other references make it clear to me that it's intended to be more of a painted-on sort of deal, but do you gulls have any ideas on how to keep it softer looking/non-crunchy then? I've never used fabric paints on knits before and don't have any extra of the same fabric to test it on, really afraid of messing this up

>the stress
>i'm really feeling it

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 25 01:12:01 2015 No.8204311 File: 49 KB, 540x922, ohshit.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I attempted to dye a poly fiber shirt I got at the thrift store in the hopes it would work despite everything telling me it wouldn't, anyway to fix it or am i fucked?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 25 01:18:02 2015 No.8204317 >>8204311 I think you might be screwed. if it were a natural fiber shirt I could see using a dye remover. But not a poly one. Maybe if you used a proper poly dye in a MUCH darker color it could cover it, but doubtful.

Anonymous Wed Mar 25 01:30:32 2015 No.8204344
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I'm trying to look for a jacket and pants that have the same double stripes as him.
Adidas has the triple stripe.... which kind of doesn't work.
Anyone know of any brands or knockoffs of Adidas that have the double stripe?

Anonymous Wed Mar 25 03:24:55 2015 No.8204541
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I'm gonna sound like an extreme beginner here but I'm REALLY struggling with making gloves. Does anyone have any secrets to share? Because I'm lost. I've tried and failed a few times, and I'm getting nervous because my con is creeping up.
Pic related, these are the gloves I'm trying to make.

Anonymous Wed Mar 25 03:39:41 2015 No.8204561

>>8204541
To make a pattern for gloves, just trace your hand on paper! Make sure to give yourself a 1cm seam allowence. And knits are the easiest for gloves. So you have stretch. If your using a fabric with little to no stretch make the pattern wat bigger then your hand, then you can gradualy take it in places.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 25 03:47:25 2015 No.8204567 >>8204306 It looks crunchie because people use acrylic paints. Dont do that! Use synthetic fabric dye, and just paint it on using that. I would also use either tape or a resistent to use as a guide line to paint the design on, or the dye might bleed.

Anonymous Wed Mar 25 06:52:03 2015 No.8204773
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For a while now I've been looking to buy or make a good grim reaper robe. Everything I've found however is party-store tier or for cloaks instead of robes. Any help finding a nice deep robe?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 25 09:45:27 2015 No.8204924 What fabrics do you advise to make a catsuit out of? I want to use metallic lame but I am not sure if it will hold up enough. Any ideas?

Anonymous Wed Mar 25 09:45:43 2015 No.8204926

>>8204567
Thanks, that hadn't occurred to me... Would that actually work even on a black fabric?
Otherwise, I'm considering opaque screen printing inks? Found some that says it can be screen printed or painted on with a brush, and is specifically "ideal for dark fabrics", so I might check that out and test it on some other black fabric to see if it works

Anonymous Wed Mar 25 10:23:01 2015 No.8204973

>>8204924
Metallic lame looks really cool, but it wears out quickly. I got a catsuit from China for really cheap. It kind of makes up for the fact that it degrades quickly. As with anything from China, there is a long lead time, and quality needs to be checked.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 25 12:28:06 2015 No.8205138 >>8204973 I would look into that, however I don't know which chinese seller are trustworthy when it comes to sizing and product, plus I need a size 24 or so and most sellers only go up to a size 16. that's why I am looking into making it myself.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 25 15:23:11 2015 No.8205401 On what site could I find a number of commissioners to prompt my idea to? Where do they sell their services?

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 25 17:34:05 2015 No.8205642 >>8202510 I actually went out and did this and realized a 2" was way too big and I clearly had no idea what I was talking about! I found a 1 3/4" buckle on a $.99 belt and bought that.

>>	Anonymous Wed Mar 25 20:26:22 2015 No.8206115 >>8185566 Thank you!

Anonymous Wed Mar 25 21:14:39 2015 No.8206247
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I want to make this helmet/mask thing for a friend, and it'll be my first prop. I have an idea of getting a cheap plastic helmet like this one (http://www.blockbustercostumes.com/popup.aspx?src=images/product/large/3690_1_.jpg)) and then wrapping some craft foam sheets around it in the shape of the drum and then sealing and painting. Do you think this is good, or do you have any better ideas?

Also, my other concern is that since this covers the eyes, how would I go about making subtle eyeholes for my friend to see?

Anonymous Thu Mar 26 01:16:51 2015 No.8206737

>>8204773
Can't help you with finding one, but making one is dead easy (pun completely accidental). I hand-sewed a convincing Ringwraith robe from a cheap bedsheet for Halloween when I was starting out - you'd need about a bedsheet's worth of fabric (like 2 yards?) and some chalk. The construction is basically all rectangles (there are probably tutorials online) and you can pick your own fabric with a heavy velvet or linen to give it more quality.

>>8204924
I like moleskin spandex for a first-time bodysuit. It's thicker than jersey-weight spandex so it stretches better over problem areas (and of course everything is better when you're wearing shapewear underneath). It doesn't show needle holes like vinyl-coated spandex (so you can pin liberally and can unpick stitches), and since it's thicker, it's less likely to get sucked into your machine.

Also, product quality and reliability in Chinese sellers literally works the same as domestic eBay sellers. You read product reviews and judge by user overall sales. Auto-distrusting Asian sellers as a whole is a crock of xenophobia.

>>8206247.
Your construction idea is sound. For the eyeholes. cut out circles in the craft foam (circles that line up with the mask's eyes) and glue black jersey fabric or black mesh on the inside.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 26 01:46:29 2015 No.8206782 >>8206247 >>8206737 Oh I just realized the second part of my idea cut off. But basically I'm thinking either of cardboard frame + insulation foam or just making an empty inside with just a craft foam outline. Thanks for the eyehole idea!

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 26 15:16:59 2015 No.8208002 >>8204561 This.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 26 15:20:30 2015 No.8208007 Does anyone know how I can access the old help thread? >>8158583? It's not in the archive anymore.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 26 16:33:43 2015 No.8208121 >>8206782 It would get uncomfortably warm with insulation foam on the inside. For a full-head covering thing, I'd recommend going with the lighter option - craft foam. You could still make a cardboard skeleton for extra stability.

Anonymous Thu Mar 26 16:55:14 2015 No.8208164
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Some questions about single-fold bias tape:
1. Is there a "proper" way to do corners?
2. What stitch am I supposed to use? A top stitch? Should they be shorter or longer?

>>8204541
I'm working on my first pair of gloves and they're turning out pretty OK so far. Pic is the "pattern" I am using (the one on the left). I basically enlarged it until my hand fit width-wise, then measured the fingers, thumb, and fauchets according to the instructions. The pattern on the right helped me understand how to place the fauchets. I made a mock-up first out of spare lining to see if it was viable and it turned out pretty on point. Using knit like >>8204561 suggested would definitely give you a lot of wiggle room. I didn't find it too difficult so much as tedious, since it's a lot of measuring and pinning/handsewing narrow strips of fabric. You can do it!

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 26 17:34:23 2015 No.8208213 Hi there! I'm a complete and total newfag when it comes to wigs. How the fuck should I go about styling the ahoge for my future Naegi Makoto cosplay?

Anonymous Thu Mar 26 17:50:29 2015 No.8208244
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An anon told me a couple days ago in this thread to look for dress shoes at Walmart/Target for my Kanji cosplay. I found these for about $30, but they only come in black and I'm worried it doesn't look similar enough to what Kanji wears. Should I just buy them or keep looking?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 26 18:48:14 2015 No.8208336 File: 8 KB, 236x269, 2f44cf0395d28c173a2a055215875a5a.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8208244 it looks like kanji (I'm assuming you mean from persona 4) wears brown boots like chelseas.

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 26 18:54:56 2015 No.8208343 >>8208336 Yes. Those are perfect. Do they sell those in any specific stores?

>>	Anonymous Thu Mar 26 18:57:29 2015 No.8208348 >>8208343 Nevermind. Looks like it'll cost me quite a bit to buy. Are there cheaper alternatives

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 27 02:48:27 2015 No.8209068 File: 43 KB, 474x449, ginkoconcept.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Anyone know a place that sells plain bras in all sorts of colors? I know there's Triumph, but I live in the US so I wanted to see if there are any other alternatives.

Anonymous Fri Mar 27 05:37:45 2015 No.8209219
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Probably a dumb question but I'll ask anyway.

Protag looks like she wears knife pleats but I've been seeing lots of cosplayers using a more relaxed pleat style. So would this work as a skirt base or should I go with knife pleats after all?

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 27 06:03:42 2015 No.8209238 >>8209219 I'd go for the pleated but the alternative doesn't look bad either.

>>	Anonymous Fri Mar 27 08:51:59 2015 No.8209364 >>8209219 those fuckers are lazy. knife pleats all the way

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