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new help thread Anonymous Sun Apr 26 02:28:20 2015 No.8280530 [Reply] [Original]

i'll start with a simple question i guess. where can i get cheap white (or pink) sneakers for a cosplay? i own none and all the ones i see online are 50+

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 02:37:37 2015 No.8280540 Try thrift stores, they're a god send.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 14:46:43 2015 No.8281359 i'm a noob in need of help i want to come up with a budget/plan for homucifer cosplay, where should i look for buying the cosplay?

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 15:29:42 2015 No.8281454
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I'm looking to make a cage bustle and I have an understanding of making the form of it, however I really admired the structure of this one and wondered if anyone would have an idea of what material would have been used to make this thick of a base? Most seem to be made with materials like coat wires, but that seems too thin.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 16:02:27 2015 No.8281522 >>8280540 I saw some for about $10 at Target the other day. Even cheaper if you can wear kids' shoes.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 16:03:38 2015 No.8281528 >>8280530 you never heard of fabric dye? white sneakers are like 6 bucks at walmart. >>8281454 That's probably thick plastic or metal covered in leather. >>8281359 Make it, turdblossom. cheaper than buying.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 16:49:24 2015 No.8281623 >>8281528 would if i could, i'm not a crafty/handy person. what websites out there are good for cosplay?

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 16:55:50 2015 No.8281641 File: 492 KB, 875x624, oreimo-kuroneko-cute.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] What is this hair style called? It should be easy to do in real life, right?

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 16:56:29 2015 No.8281644 >>8281641 Hime ?

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 16:58:20 2015 No.8281650 >>8281644 Just googled it, it's a winner! Thanks a bunch!

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 18:21:05 2015 No.8281848
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Ladies, what do you do the day you're wearing a revealing cosplay like in pic related? I'm particularly worried about a particular bare-midriff cosplay I'm doing. I'm usually skinny/skinnyfat, but I usually bloat a lot after meals so I was wondering if anybody had some tips.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 18:25:02 2015 No.8281858 >>8281848 eat an early breakfast and skip lunch

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 18:27:43 2015 No.8281867 >>8281641 It actually looks shitty most of the time on real hair. If you are doing it to a wig, get an asian hairdressers to do it.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 18:44:55 2015 No.8281901 >>8281848 No breads!

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 19:35:50 2015 No.8281979 >>8281623 >needing to be a "crafty person" to do solid color painting on a blank shoe ???

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 20:02:08 2015 No.8282027 How do you find trustworthy commissioners? I've heard so many horror stories but have no clue how to find good ones.

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 20:32:23 2015 No.8282090
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I've been staring at this plaid for so long... it just doesn't look right. I have no idea what's off about it though.

We're planning on spoonflowering it for next month and put off ordering for so long because we are idiots who thought we could find something close enough in stores. I'm concerned about not having time to do a test print... should we just bite the bullet and pay the extra arm and a leg for expedited shipping so we can do a test print? Or is it probably ok without...

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 20:53:42 2015 No.8282124 >>8282090 The design looks just like the picture to me, anon, but I don't know anything about ordering from Spoonflower.

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 20:55:47 2015 No.8282127

>>8282124
Thanks for the vote of confidence... all of my friends have said the same thing, so maybe I've honestly just been staring at it for too long at this point. I'd still like to hear feedback from others though, and advice on what to do about the test print... if we test it's gonna almost double the cost of our order all together.

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 21:05:55 2015 No.8282143
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I'm making a Shocker cosplay, but I can't figure out the damn kneepads. Most of the ones I find are these smooth turtle-shell things which are attached to sock things, not like the ones in the comic at all. Any suggestions?
>>8282090
I think the shading's throwing you off, looks fine to me.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 21:10:05 2015 No.8282152 >>8281979 what fucking shoe? looking for a full homura cosplay not a shoe

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 21:11:24 2015 No.8282155 >>8281848 definitely skip meals that day

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 21:11:40 2015 No.8282156
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>>8282090
I think it'd look better with a little adjustment to the intersections of the diagonals. Instead of having one line break, make it so they're laid on top of each other like in pic related. I would also make all diagonals face the same direction.

If you did those adjustments, it'd look like there are small dark blue squares where the two lines of dark blue diagonals intersect and the places where the purple/brown diagonals intersect would look like a square with different purple/brown stripes.

I'm sorry if what I've said isn't very clear!

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 21:20:54 2015 No.8282178

>>8282156
No this is super helpful and exactly the problem I was having with it, put into words! Thank you so much. It's not exactly how it looks in the original design (if you look closely, I'm pretty sure they are facing different directions...) but maybe it's worth sacrificing 100% accuracy if it looks better. These were only in the game, so it's likely the character designers didn't even put that much thought into the direction of the plaid details... haha.

I'd still like some advice on the issue of printing on spoonflower without a test print, specifically if it is ever a good idea.

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 21:48:20 2015 No.8282247

>>8281848
Like >>8281858 said, eat an early breakfast that's high in protein (eggs are good, dairy products might make you bloat but yogurt is okay, avoid breads but some are okay), drink water throughout the day (your body might start storing water if it feels dehydrated, which will give you a bloaty feeling), and do a very light snack for lunch if you're feeling faint.

Don't skip meals for an entire day; you'll be cranky and ill-tempered and tired come the afternoon.

>>8281359
Search around for commissioners. I don't know if Homucifer is common enough to be something that would get produced by a cosplay sale website.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 22:23:38 2015 No.8282354 What is a good material to line gloves with? I'm making fingerless gloves out of faux suede and I thought it would be nice to line them since the edge of the fabric is kind of sharp. Thanks guys.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 22:37:30 2015 No.8282391 >>8282354 "parachute" nylon. Feels like silk.

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 23:15:17 2015 No.8282491 File: 166 KB, 446x678, lates.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Having trouble finding something similar to Little Mac's shorts, can anyone make any suggestions?

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 23:17:25 2015 No.8282498 >>8282491 make it

>>	Anonymous Sun Apr 26 23:35:40 2015 No.8282552 File: 60 KB, 360x420, 120440090029.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I need opinions on this. I can't decide if I love or hate this JSK from metamorphose. I love the ballet idea but I'm not sure about the print...?

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 23:46:41 2015 No.8282582

Re-posting from the previous thread:
I have a really general question. What brand makes the best lolita blouses for their price? I know it depends on fabric quality, but for example- a blouse from Infanta vs. blouse from Chess Story? I know Bodyline is inexpensive, but a lot of their blouses tend to look very boxy (I know the photos are bad on their site, but sometimes stock images is all I can go by.)

tl;dr - Is there any brand or style that is well known for good blouses, but preferably under $75 a blouse?

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 23:52:09 2015 No.8282592

Anybody have a suggestion for sealing duct tape without changing the color too much?

I've got some decent looking prop swords made for my theater group, and I'd like them to last as long as possible before some 12 year old decides that peeling tape off is fun.

Anonymous Sun Apr 26 23:55:51 2015 No.8282601
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Repost from previous thread:
What's the best way to pattern this hood? The two peaks/cat ear things are really throwing me off, since it's like a regular hood that got stuck halfway through splitting in two or something.

Is there a way to adapt a normal hood pattern to have two peaks instead of one in the back? I'm pretty wary of drafting an entirely new pattern since all I can think of would leave a seam going down the front centre, right under the face hole.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 00:03:26 2015 No.8282617 >>8282090 The thin, light blue lines aren't centered.

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 00:07:03 2015 No.8282623

>>8282178
If you're certain about your DPI/actual printing size and the colors, then you can gamble with not doing a test swatch first. I've only ignored test swatches when having Spoonflower print pictures that are black & white or making placemats with hi-res images taken from official sites.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 00:07:05 2015 No.8282624 >>8282617 nice catch got distracted on the details and forgot to center those.

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 00:09:01 2015 No.8282628

>>8282623
I've never printed off of spoonflower before, so I'm not certain about anything. The DPI I assume is the same for regular printing, so I'm fairly certain about those things, but the colors I have no clue. Is there a good rule of thumb? I'm thinking of using kona cotton or poplin.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 00:17:00 2015 No.8282652 >>8282552 I'd pass, the bright light blue ribbon seems out of nowhere. I kinda want to see this on an outfit that plays up the dark blue in the print, though.

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 00:18:38 2015 No.8282657

>>8282628
One time when I tried to print something on Spoonflower, I had the original image set to a higher DPI (150) to preserve quality but forgot to change the default DPI setting on Spoonflower after uploading the image (which is like 96 or something). It looked fine in the preview image, but the image ended up being bigger than anticipated on the received product and it was 100% my oversight.

As for colors, I would advice staying away from the absolute cheapest option since the color print is a layer on top of the fabric that...flaked off in parts when I tried a fat quarter. It was also a few years ago, so it's possible Spoonflower has improved it since. The colors didn't look as sharp or contrasted as on my monitor (and my monitor is not set to some painful contrast level). I also recommend downloading Spoonflower's own color guide (http://www.spoonflower.com/colorguide)) and using the exact colors their machines can do to lessen the chances of colors coming out not as expected. Eyedropper tool on paint or Photoshop will work for this.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 00:20:20 2015 No.8282666 >>8282657 >I also recommend downloading Spoonflower's own color guide oh my gosh this is invaluable advice. Thank you so much. Even though it might not come out spot on, at least it won't come out looking horribly off this way.

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 13:19:29 2015 No.8283618

Is it okay to skim coat a bit of bondo over small holes in EVA foam, or is that a bad idea? At this point the piece is shaped, sealed, and primed, but it has a few spots I'd like to fill in. I've tried wood glue for some of the smaller dents but it wasn't as effective as I'd like.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 13:32:26 2015 No.8283644 >>8282354 I'd say fleece, felt, or flannel. Something that breathes or else your hands will sweat.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 13:33:58 2015 No.8283649 >>8282491 Buy some green shorts and paint them.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 13:53:18 2015 No.8283684 >>8282601 Not super familiar with this costume, but I found this just googling: http://venturecosplay.com/tutorials/how-to-make-a-journey-costume/

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 14:12:27 2015 No.8283728
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>>8282592
Mod Podge and Collage Pauge do about the same thing, though in my experience, Collage Pauge goes on smoother with fewer weird clumps. Both are available in Joann and Michaels stores, if you have some nearby.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 14:41:40 2015 No.8283799 looking for a goku costume in the UK that doesn't look like shit any recommendations? sorry for being such a newfag

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 16:11:28 2015 No.8284084 >>8283684 Yep, I've seen that before and I don't really like how the hood comes out with that pattern, so that's why I'm trying to find another method.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 16:27:05 2015 No.8284130 >>8283728 Sweet, thanks.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 17:27:01 2015 No.8284299 File: 123 KB, 1087x704, back2dv (1).jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I need bags like this. Anyone know where I can get them? I haven't been able to find anything remotely similar. Also I live in the UK, if that helps any.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 17:28:46 2015 No.8284306 File: 119 KB, 1084x707, Front View.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8284299 Also, that strap across the front, any way I could buy something just like that - a strap - rather than buying a whole bag and then cutting it off or whatever.

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 19:39:04 2015 No.8284584
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How would I make a wig "poofy" in a sense? I was thinking adding wefts/an extra wig plus teasing it, but is there any way to mimic this sort of poof? Any other characters who have similar hair that might have tutorials?

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 19:49:38 2015 No.8284615 >>8284584 Check out maybe some lumpy space princess tuts

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 20:23:16 2015 No.8284705
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I can get one online for $35 total, is that a good price?

What size should I get? I know these are made in China and told to get one size smaller than recommended, but unsure if the size charts already compensate. For the record, I'm a 31 waist, 5'6", but I need it tight (muscle shirt tight).

I also don't suppose anyone knows where I can find one in Toronto?

Thx!

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 20:35:32 2015 No.8284739 >>8284584 try curling the wig and separating all the curls by hand, it tends to add extra volume

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 21:19:20 2015 No.8284829
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What is the best fabric to make protag's skirt out of? I need something that holds pleats well so typical skater skirt material is way out (suggested by a friend since protag is always running around) but what would be best?

Anonymous Mon Apr 27 21:41:50 2015 No.8284873

>>8284829
Some sort of medium-weight to bottomweight fabric like twill or poplin with a polyester/cotton mix will work. Just be careful not to get too heavy of a fabric or it may become difficult/too thick to work with where a lot of details come together. 100% cotton fabrics will wrinkle easily from even light wear while 100% polyester fabrics will have a hard time holding pleats unless you treat the fabric or sew it down.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 22:18:38 2015 No.8284949 File: 237 KB, 1280x1280, i goofed.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] So I fucked up when applying the fiberglass in my helmet and ended up with some major bubbles. Anyway to fixed this, or is it complete do over time?

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 22:57:29 2015 No.8285040 >>8284949 bump

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 23:21:15 2015 No.8285086 >>8285040 no bumps, wait for an answer like everybody else.

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 23:23:34 2015 No.8285090 >>8285086 sage

>>	Anonymous Mon Apr 27 23:34:45 2015 No.8285116 >>8284949 >>8285040 I'm thinking I may just have to rondo over what I've done and hope for the best.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 00:16:02 2015 No.8285197
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What would you guys recommend for a super thick wig for a Sapphire cosplay? I know thick wigs are going to be a pain in the ass no matter what but I'm hoping to avoid, say, Arda horror stories at least. Or should I just graft two thinner wigs together?

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 00:30:09 2015 No.8285212

>>8285197
From general experience, Phoenixiaoio (Alpaca Wigs) on taobao has really soft and thick wigs with a good wig cap. Fantasy sheep has lots of volume but their fibers tangle like shit so don't recommend them for long wigs. CC kids is thin and avoid at all costs. You can find long teal/aquamarine wigs on taobao for like 80rmb or less each, so just buy 2 and add wefts.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 00:42:16 2015 No.8285231

>>8285197
>>8285212
>Alpaca Wigs
Another anon here! I use their super long 100cm blonde wig as a daily wig when I wear mori and I can vouch for them for having pretty thick and good quality wigs! I haven't tried any of their other wigs that weren't in earthy tones though.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 01:41:08 2015 No.8285331
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I'm making my first coord and bought a British Noble Emblem JSK (http://lolibrary.org/apparel/british-noble-emblem-jsk)) but I really want a parasol to go along with it.

I've looked at the Crown Pagoda (brown) on Metamorphose but I've heard it's more glossy brown, which won't really work will it?

I'm looking for help with a lot of things. I need help with knowing, generally, when the Crown Pagoda (brown) might restock, whether any other accessories will 'fit' with the JSK, and whether the crown pagoda really is 'glossy' and thus, ill-fitting with British Noble.

Pic related: Supposedly the crown pagoda but archives show one anon saying it's glossy so I'm not so sure now.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 01:48:23 2015 No.8285355 >>8285212 Fantasy sheep tangling? Is this a new development? I used to have a few long wigs from them that never tangled, but that was probably three or four years ago.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 12:15:46 2015 No.8286063 Where do I go to style my wig? My wig came with a huge section on the front bangs that just covers my entire face. It's also a tiny bit tangled and i'm just not confident in doing it myself.. I don't even have a mannequin head to hold it up

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 12:21:10 2015 No.8286077 >>8285331 Imo If you're going to get a parasol, your first one should be black or white/ivory, depending on what direction you want to take your wardrobe. Then you can use it with pretty much all of your coords.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 14:26:35 2015 No.8286355

I kind of don't want to start a new thread. But I need a new adjustable dress form. I had one of the cheaper ones from joann's for years and finally went caput after a family member's dog got a hold of it. I'd like something sturdier. Preferably below $200. Maybe something through Amazon.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 15:00:42 2015 No.8286426 >>8282143 http://lmgtfy.com/?q=soft+knee+pads

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 15:22:14 2015 No.8286474
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>>8286355
I often see auctions for them on ebay go for quite a bargain. Might need some patience though, especially since they're usually collection only and it may take a while to find one close by. It's also probably worth checking gumtree!

What options do I have to do the white parts? Is it just a case of being really neat with hemming and applique?
Also the belt, I know how I'm doing the rectangle and horseshoe kinda bits, but does anyone know what is the same shape and size as the ovals? My first thought was baubles, I've seen ones just like them before but can't for the life of me find any similar now

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 15:31:00 2015 No.8286498

>>8286063
Get a wig head. It's $1-$5 and you'll reuse it for just about every wig. If you can, get the man head model since it'll be closer in size to your own head.

You'll need a wide-tooth comb and a pair of thinning shears (scissors) at minimum. You can make-do with regular scissors but it takes much longer and far more difficult to get a natural look. These items shouldn't be that expensive either.

Google for basic tutorials.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 16:15:11 2015 No.8286593

>>8286063
If you REALLY don't want to style it (seriously, don't be intimidated, trimming bangs is not that hard, just go slow and only do a little bit at a time), you can take it to a hair stylist and have them do it.

But I highly encourage you to try styling it yourself. I had no experience with hair styling whatsoever and have successfully trimmed the bangs on two wigs without fucking them up. Arda's website has some good video tutorials, you can get the styling materials at beauty stores, before you know it you'll have an awesome wig. I believe in you!

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 16:25:52 2015 No.8286609 I'm making an ~3in ahoge using wefts and a piece of wire. What kind of hair gel should I use to adhere the hair together?

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 16:54:05 2015 No.8286687 >>8286609 Any gel should work, really. Gtb holds on pretty tight. You'll reinforce it with glue anyway. > Captcha: pictures of stop signs What does this mean.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 16:56:52 2015 No.8286692
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I've seen some people talk about alpacasso before on here and I guess there are fakes? I couldn't tell the difference? Is there a way to?
They seem REALLY cheap on ebay. Is that right? Why am I thinking they'd be more expensive?

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 17:05:40 2015 No.8286720

>>8286063
If you're just styling bangs, you don't actually need a wig head since you can wear it yourself (just be sure all your real hair is properly secured under a wigcap so you don't accidentally cut that as well). Like >>8286593 said, it's not so scary. Go slow, do it in sections, and cut away a little bit at a time. Most importantly, if you start getting frustrated then put down the scissors and step away, because cutting while overly emotional usually ends up being a disaster.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 17:08:31 2015 No.8286726

>>8286692
Google alpakasso bootlegs and there's guides on spotting the difference, especially with specifically series. PEronsally I have both and the fake has a mouth that's satin stitch embroidered and a little wider. The real ones have mouths that are made with just a few stitches. Generally if it's 30cm+ and not at least $25 it's probably fake.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 17:14:02 2015 No.8286742 >>8286609 look into clear silicone. It doesn't break apart like gel. Build up a base around a wire that is liberally coated and then cover it later with a "dry" later to cover the wet look.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 18:20:11 2015 No.8286871 >>8286726 Ohhh thank you!

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 18:34:00 2015 No.8286915
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I posted this in an older help thread, but what do i do about keeping the sleeves up? and how the world do I make the body of the cat look like pic related? Everything else seems easy enough to me but... the cat hanging off of her...

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:21:02 2015 No.8287016
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Working on the over skirt for pic related. What would be the cleanest method of going about the heart-shaped hem? The shape is complicated enough that I don't think I can cleanly finish the hem by lining it like I normally do with other shapes (scallops etc).

I was thinking of making it with PVC so that the edges don't fray (with some careful cutting), but I'd really like to avoid it because I'm worried it won't sit nicely.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:21:22 2015 No.8287019
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I want to make UBW version Taiga Fujimura and i figure the easiest way to go about it would be to dye a striped shirt. Anyone have experience in dying over things? I'm wondering if I dye a blue/white striped shirt, will I end up with the optimal green/yellow striping that Taiga has?
I'm also open to black/yellow striping.

The shirts I'm looking at are 100% cotton.

Pic related.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:33:21 2015 No.8287046 Can epoxy work as a foam sealant?

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:37:31 2015 No.8287057 >>8287046 Depends on the foam Generally a bad idea though. It's expensive, sticky, smelly, and hard to get on evenly. >>8282592 Just rip the tape off and glue it.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:42:07 2015 No.8287069 >>8287016 Satin stitching the edges maybe?

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:46:49 2015 No.8287083
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Doing pic related.
How do I make the little fruits?
I've tried looking at craft stores for the fake fruits but the only ones I've found are the wrong size or too heavy.

There was an anon here who made an egg kigurumi with custom buttons-- I think they said the buttons were made with epoxy? But I'm a dumbass and not sure what kind of epoxy to get.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:48:44 2015 No.8287087 >>8287057 >>8287046 I'm an idiot, I meant gesso.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:51:05 2015 No.8287091 >>8287087 Mod Podge would be better for sealing foam. Gesso is a primer.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:51:24 2015 No.8287092 >>8287087 also it's craftfoam, damn I fail at everything today.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:53:00 2015 No.8287097 >>8287091 aye aye captain, thanks.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:54:07 2015 No.8287101

>>8287083
I'd say mold it out of resin. Make a silicone mold, then build a positive out of clay or something, and mold it.

The downside is that resin and silicone both tend to be expensive if not bought in bulk. And in bulk they tend to be something ridiculous, like $50 to $100 for a full set.

What con is this for? I have some spare resin, and I'm helping another /cgl/ anon already. I can cast the stuff for you if you'd like, so long as you're stateside.

>>8287091
>>8287087
Gesso works fine, but Honestly I prefer just using Acrylics. It's thin and keeps the forms intact.

>>8287092
What kind?

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:55:59 2015 No.8287109

>>8287083
I don't know anything about epoxy, but maybe one of these websites would help?
>http://www.displayfakefoods.com/store/pc/Fake-Fruits-c4.htm
>http://www.replicafood.co.uk/category.php?category=fr
>http://www.propsamerica.com/products.asp?cat=Fruits+and+Fruit+Slices

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 19:58:01 2015 No.8287115 >>8287101 Thanks, I've been wanting to get into resin-casting anyway but I didn't know about the bulk thing. It's for San Japan, in Texas.

Anonymous Tue Apr 28 20:01:55 2015 No.8287130

>>8287115
If you've been wanting to get into resin casting anyways, just buy the materials yourself. Just beware - it's terribly expensive, so unless you're planning on doing a good deal, it's probably not worth it, and you can find cheaper substitutes.

Oh, and try not to buy too much silicone if you're gonna do it. That stuff doesn't have a terrribly long shelf life.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 20:06:33 2015 No.8287143 >>8287109 Thanks for the links! >>8287130 Hm. I'll try to leave resin as a last resort, for this outfit anyway. Thanks for the tips.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 20:08:18 2015 No.8287146 >>8287143 There aren't really that many alternatives to resin, sadly. But I'm sure that you can find similar accessories somewhere on the net. Worse comes to worse, I can cast it too.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 20:15:59 2015 No.8287172 >>8287101 I was going to paint acrylic on top of the sealant, do you think I'll be fine without? Here's a pic of what I'm painting along with the label.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 20:17:11 2015 No.8287176 File: 2.71 MB, 4128x2322, 20150428_201346.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8287172 I dropped the pic

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 20:18:21 2015 No.8287187 >>8287176 >>8287172 You'll be fine without, so long as the coat is even. You should probably sand that shit, though.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 20:21:52 2015 No.8287195 >>8287187 yeah, I will. I don't know what's up with me tonight. It's like I'm forgetting the most basic of things. thanks for dealing with my noob brain.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 21:01:06 2015 No.8287281 Anyone have any recs for UV reactive paint? Aka goes on clear then shows up a different color when under uv light. I've found a few vendors but with 1 or 2 reviews each.

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 21:08:45 2015 No.8287300 >>8287019 How about you not make this harder than it needs to be? http://www.ebay.com/itm/TOKYO-FASHION-Womens-Long-Sleeve-Strips-Shirt-Japanese-Korean-Fashion-/121490411142?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=420425316541&hash=item1c49648e86

>>	Anonymous Tue Apr 28 22:19:48 2015 No.8287431 >>8287300 I already saw that. I'm a land whale and it won't fit.

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 00:43:18 2015 No.8287708
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Any suggestions on how to go about the hair for my shinichi cosplay? I want to use my own hair, just not sure what method would work best...

>referring to the after

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 02:11:06 2015 No.8287882
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>>8286915
What I would for the sleeves is get a piece of white ribbon and connect from the top of the sleeve to the shoulder. or you can get some clear wire, like the ones they use for fishing rods.

For the cat, get some thick fabric, measure it out to roughly your size and cut it out like pic related, sew together.

Leave some allowance and with a knife, large needle, exacto knife cut little holes and thread some black yarn to get that "rough stich" look.

Sorry for crappy pic, it's late
Good luck

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 02:47:29 2015 No.8287959
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Hi /cgl/.
I wanted to make/buy some armor similar to this.
I just wanted to know what would be the best material to make the "armor" pieces from.
I'm pretty sure I know where I can get the cloak.

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 03:29:04 2015 No.8288027
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I'm planning a Lapis Lazuli cosplay.

She has so much exposed blue skin that I don't think I can reasonably do it with makeup. I also get back acne, and can't guarantee my back will look smooth on the day of the con. So, a bodysuit seems smartest.

So I'd love some advice about this. How do you match a bodysuit with your face makeup? How do you seamlessly join the two? Where do you buy the kind of bodysuit suitable for this?

And what do I do about the fact that this character has bare feet?

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 07:03:34 2015 No.8288243 I'll be wearing a zentai for the first time. I know the basic rule of wearing a dance belt and all that. But... under the zentai, should I wear any kind of compression shirt? Or should I go full nude minus the dance belt?

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 07:04:40 2015 No.8288244 >>8287959 EVA foam is a good start. Plenty of armor tutorials on YouTube you can base off of.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 07:28:32 2015 No.8288258 File: 99 KB, 400x320, Miku-Wig-(Snow)-from-Vocaloid.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Does anyone know any characters in any media with the same hair colour as this snow miku wig? The pigtails are detachable

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 08:16:18 2015 No.8288295 File: 76 KB, 850x850, $_57[3].jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I have found the perfect boots for a cosplay, except the heels are too low. Is there any way to increase the height of these heels by adding something to the soles or otherwise?

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 09:27:37 2015 No.8288358 >>8288258 You could try dyeing it all a light (or darker) blue color and then you could use it for lots of characters.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 09:30:43 2015 No.8288362 >>8288295 A cobbler might be able to resole them but they'd have to special order the soles probably? Did you check electruqueboutique for a pair with higher heels?

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 10:25:01 2015 No.8288430

>>8286915
I'm not sure about the rest of the cat, but the sleeves. Along with interfacing, you could have a circle of thick foam about halfway up the sleeve, that's tight enough around your arm to stop it from slipping down. It'd be like having the sleeve as a full solid piece conformed to your arm, but without being so hot and constricting. I can't explain it too well so hopefully this crude diagram makes sense

>>8288027
For the bare foot part here's a really way of doing it. http://andsewingishalfthebattle.com/invisible-shoes/
Or if you were to use the suit you could alter the feet to have toes and nails and add a clear insole on the bottom
You can find these suits on ebay but that shade of blue might be hard to find, also the zip tends to be on the back

>>8286474
Anyone please?

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 10:27:26 2015 No.8288436 File: 104 KB, 296x264, sleeve.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8288430 whoopsie

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 12:40:49 2015 No.8288615 >>8288430 >>8288436 alternatively you could have like a little bar at the bottom on the inside that you hang on to with your hands.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 12:44:26 2015 No.8288627 >>8288436 stuff them like oven mitts or something.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 12:58:00 2015 No.8288652 File: 53 KB, 600x600, fig-ipn-4502.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] What would be the best way to make this coat? I was thinking of modding a Chef coat perhaps? Seems easier then making it from scratch. Also, have any idea about the boots?

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 13:03:59 2015 No.8288661 >>8286474 I would say applique, but I'm not sure how you'd get those shapes to maintain their shape/body and be skin tight. What fabric were you planning on using?

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 13:29:53 2015 No.8288704
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>>8288652

>>8288652

Here's a generic one for reference, I'd guess I'd need to tailor it and dye it? But if I dyed it I would need to dye some pants to get the right shade too.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 15:12:45 2015 No.8288888 >>8288661 Yay help, thank you! I'm using a lycra body suit for the darker blue, so I figured the rest should be the same right? Would using double sided body tape work for keeping stuff tight?

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 15:13:19 2015 No.8288890
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Can anyone help me with my wig for Ravenborn LeBlanc? I've decided to get Arda's Ferarri and style it accordingly. I just cannot for the life of me decide what color it is.

I know most people have done her wig white... which I don't understand because in both the splash and in game it has a blue tint.

I was thinking either Dusty Blue, Teal, or Mint but I honestly have no idea.

Anyone who knows Arda's colors... help please?

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 15:25:55 2015 No.8288919

>>8288704
You can buy coloured chef's jackets, it will be easier than dying it that bold red. But the double breasting on a chef's jacket is so narrow compared to the character. Also the textile weight is way heavier than a typical chef jacket will be. I'm not saying go for the wool (you will die of heat) but the military weight stuff should have more structure imo. Finding the right base jacket will take some digging, probably. You can mod a pattern from the chef jacket but at that point you might find a better pattern.

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 15:30:53 2015 No.8288926
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>>8288027
Pumpkinetics on Tumblr made armsocks and tights (with articulated toes) and glued nails onto them. The armsocks cover a torso from ribs-to-neck, so she only painted her midriff and face+neck. The slightly mismatched paint is more obvious in a bathroom selfie she took, but it seems she either did a better paint job or colour-fixed her skin in her shoot photos.

There are Homestuck cosplay tutorials about making armsocks from tights; you should search for those.

To match your paint to your tights, you need to get a tights colour first and then mix your paint to match that.
>dye two pairs of white tights to the ideal colour
>or buy from welovecolors.com to be guaranteed two matching tights

I'm guessing she either fashion taped/glued her top to the edges of her armsocks to keep them from slipping, or kept adjusting them throughout the day.

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 16:27:41 2015 No.8289025

>>8288919

Yeah, I thought about those things too, but finding a matching coat and pants with that shade will be pretty much impossible.

Not that much I could do about that except make the whole thing from scratch which I won't be able to do at this time.

Found these boots though.
http://www.amazon.com/Mens-10-11-Black-Gotham-Boot/dp/B003XAXMN6/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A21C4U5X700J66

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 16:45:57 2015 No.8289081 File: 1.23 MB, 1074x1006, lyntailback.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I'm thinking about making a tail for my cosplay (pic related) with yarn, following a tutorial I found on youtube. Alternatives for making tails?

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 17:40:41 2015 No.8289203
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Could somebody help identify this?
I thought it was something Hatsune Miku related but I cant find shit about it
I really want to cosplay with it or atleast own it because its cute as fuck but I dont want to cosplay something I dont know what it is.
I just saw it on Aliexpress

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 17:42:57 2015 No.8289207 File: 554 KB, 1600x838, Screen Shot_140218_002.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8289081 are you doing a bns cosplay? I'm a little bit jelly. Just make sure your ears and tails match in texture and color. (if you can)

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 17:45:27 2015 No.8289210
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Does anyone know where to get cheap grief seeds?
I wanted to hand them out when I do a madoka cosplay but all the ones I've found are incredibly expensive. If anyone has any suggestions for other meguca-related items I could hand out I'd appreciate them!

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 17:56:07 2015 No.8289230 >>8289210 Holy fuck are you stupid

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 17:57:56 2015 No.8289231 >>8289203 Isn't that Lots Of Laughs?

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 17:58:18 2015 No.8289232 >>8289203 It's not an exact copy, but it kinda looks like Miku's outfit from the Lots of Laugh video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ui7R6ulmbnI

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:00:52 2015 No.8289242 >>8289230 ..Because I wanted to hand out a fandom-related item to fellow fans? Or because of my choice of item? Help me out here.

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:13:59 2015 No.8289270
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>>8289210
The cheapest official replicas you can get other than dubious Chinese junk will be the capsule toy ones from Bandai's numerous Soul Gem Straps. They are 300 yen each MSRP but long since sold out.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:22:18 2015 No.8289284 >>8289210 Make little keychain versions and hand them out. I'd say worry about the cosplay first and foremost, though. All the goodies in the world won't make a whale in a corset look good.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:22:26 2015 No.8289286 >>8289231 >>8289232 Thanks guys I have a miku wig already so it might be a nice variation from regular miku

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:23:32 2015 No.8289290 >>8289284 Why did you just assume anon was a whale. They just wanted to give out gifts without having a hole burned in their wallet. > man you're sandy today, ceeg

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:26:46 2015 No.8289301

>>8289284
>>8289290
Kek, I'm a bit chubs but I'm actually using this cosplay as inspiration to lose the weight! Thanks for the inspiration though.
OT: Yeah, I was thinking keychain versions. I'm not very good with small scale things (bad eyes), do you guys have any recommendations on how to do so? The only tutorial I found via google was very small and complex.
>>8289270
That's rough, thanks though!

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:29:34 2015 No.8289308

>>8289210
How many people are you planning to give these to? Three people? Ten? Twenty?
I dont think you can find them that cheap.
I looked on aliexpress for you and cheapest I found was like $20
I dont really get why you'd Wanna hand them out either. It kinda feels like you'd do it for attention or popularity (even if thats no your intention people might get that impression)

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:32:13 2015 No.8289315

>>8289290
Wasn't implying anything, just making an extreme example. Trying to say that the costume is the most important part.

>>8289301
Print some, use a button machine, glue it to resin or plexi, etc.

I dunno, lots of options.
Good luck on the weight loss! Is it something you're trying to pull off before the con?

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:36:53 2015 No.8289324
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>>8289308
Also, found these for like $3.2 each
I know its not what you were after but yeah, its cheaper
But still, if you're gonna give away, say, about 10 pieces, thats still 32 bucks
Wouldn't you rather spend it on making a good costume or getting a really good wig or just buy stuff for yourself at the con?
Im not saying its not a cute idea but these are people you will probably never see again
Unless you believe in karma its kinda pointless

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:42:02 2015 No.8289335

>>8289315
It's in my plans for next year! There's a couple of cosplays I want to do while I'm still "young and cute" and Madoka is a dream of mine that I want to make come true. Thank you!
>>8289324
Ah, would you mind linking me anon?
I just really love to make other people happy. I'm going to be dropping a good amount of money on this, I figured anything around than ~$50 would be completely worth it to have the chance to make someones day!

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:43:59 2015 No.8289340 File: 2.00 MB, 330x270, 1429979442465.gif [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8289335 That's disgustingly kind of you, especially for being on /cgl/. What con is this for?

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:49:52 2015 No.8289349 >>8289340 Haha, I just like to create some happiness when I can, you know? Not sure yet! Probably something in the New England area, maybe AB 2016?

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:50:49 2015 No.8289351 >>8289335 Go on Aliexpress, search for Madoka and go on the Jewelry tab Sort by price and you'll have a shit ton of them Try to find any with good feedback if you can (Too lazy to do it for ya, sorry)

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:51:32 2015 No.8289354

>>8289301
If you have at least a bit of craftiness in you, you can try something like this:
>http://kaiami.tumblr.com/post/45380899291/tutorial-plastic-keychains

I'm sure just about any fan would be thrilled to get a cute, free keychain and no one would complain about how they wanted a perfectly sculpted 3D replica.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:52:40 2015 No.8289356 >>8289351 Also, this would probably be even more fun to do in a Kyubey cosplay lol

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 18:55:10 2015 No.8289360 >>8289351 >>8289354 Thank you guys so much!!

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 19:05:22 2015 No.8289381 >>8289360 You're welcome! Good luck on the con, hope you have fun

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 21:04:53 2015 No.8289609
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>>8282090
>>8282156
oh my god I took your advice and it's like night and day. This looks so much better, thank you! I also centered the lines, like >>8282617
pointed out.

Now I just have to figure out the colors... whew. Thanks everyone!

Anonymous Wed Apr 29 21:30:37 2015 No.8289658

>>8288430
Thanks! The clear shoe thing will be helpful

>>8288926
That looks good! That seems like a smart way to approach it, I would probably even get one more set of tights and use the fabric to cover the midrif as well, since I bet that section would rub off fairly easy.

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 22:43:23 2015 No.8289786 >>8289609 (I was >>8282156) I'm so glad that I was able to help! It looks a lot better now. I can't wait to see the end result!

>>	Anonymous Wed Apr 29 23:39:26 2015 No.8289915 File: 90 KB, 205x316, claires earring.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8287083 >Fruit You could do sliced polymer clay like these Claire's earrings. I'm sure there are tutorials.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 00:16:29 2015 No.8289997 Can a pear-shape pad at the waist without looking ten times fatter?

Anonymous Thu Apr 30 01:34:17 2015 No.8290103
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Okay this is going to sound so stupid, but I'm having trouble with the orange tips on the top of Lily's shirt. like I made the shirt but I don't have the orange on it and I've tried so many different methods but nothing is working out for me. Any help is much appreciated!

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 01:43:36 2015 No.8290122 >>8289210 Not really helpful but I handed out free buttons with a cosplay once and it was sooo fun. Also pretty cheap? I got like 100 large buttons for around $25 or something like that.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 01:45:15 2015 No.8290127 >>8290103 I'd do fabric paint with a stencil. Also so happy someone is doing a cosplay from Tides of Destiny!!

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 01:46:37 2015 No.8290133 >>8290103 Maybe bias tape?

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 01:47:16 2015 No.8290134 >>8290127 This. Look into the freeze/contact paper "silkscreening" method and test it out on some scrap fabric first.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 02:25:49 2015 No.8290207 >>8289997 That sounds fattening. I'm envisioning a pregnant pear.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 02:27:18 2015 No.8290210 >>8290103 Also recommending a paint method. Bias tape as suggested by >>8290133 wouldn't work out since the curves look very tight.

Anonymous Thu Apr 30 03:54:59 2015 No.8290345
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>>8280530
I'm going to cosplay Tadashi Hamada from Big Hero 6 and I've been trying (with no luck) to find a suitable green blazer. I'd prefer not to spend over $50 AUD. I understand that I'd have to make some minor alterations (such as removing buttons) to any blazer that I can find but if someone could help find one, it would be much appreciated!

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 04:34:40 2015 No.8290397 >>8290103 Also I'd love to see wips of this anon!! Love that game.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 04:36:18 2015 No.8290398 >>8290345 I'm too lazy to look for you but just search for a green blazer, you can easily add fake pocket welts and sleeve buttons.

Anonymous Thu Apr 30 05:09:44 2015 No.8290437
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>>8290398
The problem is that his pockets are actually just holes with a darker green around them. The closest I've gotten to find a matching one is this:

http://www.rosewe.com/ol-style-green-long-sleeve-turndown-collar-woman-blazer-g115127.html?utm_source=polyvore&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=140902114-2

Main problem is that I'm a dude and this is a women's blazer. I'm not sure if it would still work or not.

Anonymous Thu Apr 30 05:21:17 2015 No.8290445

>>8290437
Get a white or pale green men's blazer and dye it to the right color. I've done this for a blazer that needed to be lime green and another that needed to be wine red.

If you add fake pocket welts to a jacket that doesn't have pockets, I don't think anyone is going to point out that the pockets aren't real.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 05:33:06 2015 No.8290461 >>8290445 How would I do the darker green around the edges of the pockets?

Anonymous Thu Apr 30 05:35:46 2015 No.8290469

>>8290445
Also, if I were to buy that blazer and use it, would it be noticable that it was a women's blazer and not a men's? Would I have to straighten out the shirt a bit more or something? (Sorry for all these questions, this is my first cosplay so I want it to be as good as it can but I'm afraid of going DIY for now incase I screw something up)

Anonymous Thu Apr 30 05:42:14 2015 No.8290481

>>8290461
It doesn't really look like it to me in the reference image you posted. It looks like the pocket welts are slightly darker than the blazer and that's it. Maybe it's shading or showing how well-worn the pocket areas are?

>>8290469
Depends on the cut of the blazer and how form-fitting it is, but I would say yes, there are major differences. The buttons are on the opposite side on a women's jacket and constructed with room for breasts and a smaller waist. You may find the arms narrow as well. You can't really just "straighten out" the shirt to fix it; it'd require doing some tucking and sewing to get rid of the extra fabric around the breasts and adding width to the waist.
TL;DR: Get a men's blazer as a base or find a women's blazer that is as roomy and unflattering as a men's

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 05:54:34 2015 No.8290503 >>8290481 Alright then. So a couple more questions... 1) Where would I go about finding a cheap white blazer for dyeing? I'm in Australia if that helps 2) Where would I buy the dye? 3) Is there a tutorial for dying clothing online somewhere?

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 05:59:10 2015 No.8290514 >>8290503 1) google 2) google 3) google

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 06:15:34 2015 No.8290543 >>8290503 1) Thrift store. Australian eBay. Raid your dad's closet. Online. 2) Craft store. Fabric store. Australian JoAnn store. Online. 3) Yeah, it's somewhere online.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 06:19:00 2015 No.8290547 >>8290543 Alright, thanks for the info. One last thing... Should I make the alterations before or after dying the blazer? I'm not sure it even matters but I want to be sure

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 06:21:29 2015 No.8290552 >>8290547 After. Dying might not work/may take several tries.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 06:23:37 2015 No.8290557 File: 15 KB, 447x447, 1425242308585.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8290552 Alright, thanks so much for the info! Guess I'm going shopping tomorrow!

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 10:19:46 2015 No.8290733 >>8290397 I'll be sure to post some! I'm making it for fanime and it's just starting to finally come together. Should have it complete this weekend!

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 10:26:10 2015 No.8290741 >>8290514 Kek, this Atleast try google before you ask

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 10:30:41 2015 No.8290750 >>8288244 Thanks!

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 12:41:00 2015 No.8290950 >>8290103 Maybe a large size orange ric-rac? And then scalloping the hem to match the curves in the ric-rac? It would look cleaner this way.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 12:42:04 2015 No.8290952 >>8289997 Pad your shoulders instead and go for a hourglass silhouette. More flattering and doesn't risk making you look fat.

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 13:21:38 2015 No.8291016 >>8290207 >>8290952 I'm trying to get rid of my waist definition for crossplay, but padding my waist just makes me look like a fatass. Padding the shoulders sounds like a good alternative though!

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 13:21:49 2015 No.8291017 >>8290950 Omg I didn't even think of this! I'll stop by joanns on the way to work today and pick some up

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 16:38:05 2015 No.8291486 File: 762 KB, 794x718, Outsider004.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Is there a name for the little metal fasteners on the front of pic related's jacket? I'm not getting any good results by searching "buckle".

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 17:03:18 2015 No.8291540 >>8291486 Is it perhaps a clasp or a fancy hook and eye?

>>	Anonymous Thu Apr 30 19:19:26 2015 No.8291818 File: 56 KB, 478x750, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Is there a name for this style of hair? I want to look into it to see if it would be a good idea for my face shape. thanks!

Anonymous Fri May 1 02:00:27 2015 No.8292643
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This probably isn't the best reference picture but it's the only official image. Any opinions on how to do the arms? I'm not sure if I want to lengthen them with prosthetics or just do big hands.

>>	Anonymous Fri May 1 02:02:23 2015 No.8292646 >>8291818 angled bob it looks like. but she's fluffled out the back.

>>	Anonymous Fri May 1 07:55:36 2015 No.8293034 Hey /cgl/, I have a question about dying. I have a red bandana. If I throw it in pink dye, will it come out super dark pink? Or will it stay red? Thanks.

>>	Anonymous Fri May 1 08:19:58 2015 No.8293054 >>8293034 It should turn out a deep crimson, but the darkness and intensity of the colour will depend on the dye concentration and time you use.

Anonymous Fri May 1 11:06:21 2015 No.8293251
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Hello!
My niece is hoping to do her first cosplay this summer and we could use a bit of help. She wants to be Sakura Kinomoto of Cardcaptor Sakura, but we are at a loss when it comes to the wig. There were a few on eBay, but with so many sellers using the same picture, I am not sure which ones are legitimate. I have also checked out Arda, but I haven't styled a wig before, so I don't know what would be a good base wig for that.

Any help at all would be very much appreciated. Thank you!

Anonymous Fri May 1 11:19:32 2015 No.8293268

>>8293251
If your niece is young, Arda's wigs might be too big for her. For eBay, it can be a hit and miss. Try to find stores with a lot of reviews talking about accurate pictures, and it should be fine. If you have difficulty styling wigs, finding a prestyled one is also an option since Sakura's wig is more or less popular enough for that. If you want to style it yourself, then find a base wig of about chin length. You'll loose a little bit of length when you make the sides floof, and it's better too long than too short.

>>	Anonymous Fri May 1 11:22:48 2015 No.8293275 File: 83 KB, 840x654, dying vs dyeing.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8293034 >Hey /cgl/, I have a question about dying Genuinely thought you were trolling at first. It's dyeing for future reference.

Anonymous Fri May 1 11:34:25 2015 No.8293292

>>8293251
Check the reviews of the eBay stores those wigs can actually be pretty good. The better quality ones will tend to also say "heat resistant." Depending on how old she is those China wigs are good because they run on the small side. Arda's are kind of huge.

Though these days I lean towards Amazon for my China wigs because it's easier to find clear reviews. A quick search for "sakura wig" has yielded good results already. Jsut make sure you order with enough time for them to ship because cheap good wigs tend to ship super slow.

Anonymous Fri May 1 11:42:21 2015 No.8293301

>>8291016
Pear shape here and it's tough. It's usually better to get some serious compression shorts on your ass to bring it in. The most important thing is the cut of your costume. I don't know what it is but for example if I want my bf t crossplay suit Saber we get a woman's business suit because the curvy cut creates the illusion of a more womany shape. If I want to be a guy in a suit we get a men's suit with straight boxy lines. If you're making your costume look into patterns meant for men.

>>	Pixel !liV7ZvK9aE Fri May 1 16:58:00 2015 No.8293819 File: 194 KB, 421x331, 581.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] Advice for making the metal studs? Obviously I don't want to use actual metal, but what materials/finishes would be best for the same effect?

Anonymous Fri May 1 17:01:50 2015 No.8293822
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just saw avengers: aou and i really love the visions design but i cant make heads or tails of his makeup job. any product recommendations /cgl/?

>>	Anonymous Fri May 1 17:10:41 2015 No.8293831 File: 687 KB, 1920x1080, 38Otxau.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] help

>>	Anonymous Fri May 1 17:11:55 2015 No.8293832 >>8293822 Look for metallic facepaints. Kryolan's Aquacolor Metallic are pretty awesome to work with and have a similar sheen as the red part of his face.

Anonymous Fri May 1 17:19:45 2015 No.8293844
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What would be the best material to construct Tohkas bodice from her battle outfit? Straight up corset w/ boning or something else? The shapes a little peculiar at the back and sides so idk

>>	Anonymous Fri May 1 20:32:32 2015 No.8294283 Would a cotton lycra blend take a pleat?

Anonymous Fri May 1 21:58:43 2015 No.8294437

This is my first cosplay. I bought all the materials I think i need but whenever I try to sit down to work on it I feel so hopeless.

I need to make demon wings. I bought gauge wire, air clay, mod podge, foam sheets, and paint. This is advice from another cosplay friend who has more experience than me, and this is the plan we made

>Make the frame for the wings with wire
>Form clay around wire frame
>Wait until it dries out
>Use the mod podge "sealant" (tbh i still dont know what this even does exactly)
>wait for it to dry
>paint it my desired color
>Use craft foam to fill in the rest of the actual wing

Does this sound good? I dont know how i'm going to attach the foam to the clay frame... but I need to start soon

Anonymous Fri May 1 23:44:47 2015 No.8294641

>>8294437

I haven't made wings, but to answer your question, the 'sealant' step is to create a better surface for your paint to bond to. Some materials don't take paint well.

However that seems a bit broken. Generally between sculpting and painting you apply what is called a primer. Then you paint, THEN you add a sealant like Mod podge. It seems like maybe you are confusing mod podge with gesso.

>>	Anonymous Fri May 1 23:49:44 2015 No.8294651 >>8294437 It really depends on the wings we'll need a reference. >>8294283 Not easily. I know polyester takes a permanent pleat if you spray the fabric with a mix of vinegar and water before ironing it. It might work on lycra try this on a scrap.

Rubica !!A0QSU4SNwyT Fri May 1 23:52:48 2015 No.8294659

>>8293819
Get heavy, shiny posterboard and cut/fold them into pyramids. Put the seams on an edge. fill the insides with hotglue, foam chunks or something else to make them sturdier. Coat the outsides in Plastidip. Paint with a metal spraypaint.

Anonymous Sat May 2 00:01:29 2015 No.8294676
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Could you guys offer a suggestion? So I made a mock up of Sanageyama's ninja turtle bandanna eye thing by using a eyeless plastic mask and used white buckram for the eye holes then wrapped it in the green fabric but it sits so close to my eyes it pushes down on my girlishly long eyelashes and is stupidly uncomfortable to wear. What would you recommend I do to push it off my face a bit so its at least bearable

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 00:02:12 2015 No.8294681 File: 1.02 MB, 720x1280, Screenshot_2015-05-01-23-52-35.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8294641 This is what I have. Will I need to go out and buy a primer? Ugh i'm so unsure about this.

Anonymous Sat May 2 00:03:02 2015 No.8294683

Shit damn am I ever bad at covering up my eyebrows. I've never had to do it before and took it for granted. I can't seem to get them flat enough via the gluestick method (also concerned about staying power); considering just shelling out for the heavy duty stuff. Does anyone have any techniques or whatever that have worked for them?

Rubica !!A0QSU4SNwyT Sat May 2 00:07:33 2015 No.8294698

>>8294676
You can try to fix the mask by heating up the plastic around the eye holes and pushing them out a bit. Also buckram seems like overkill, you can pull off the same look with some soft sheer white fabric that might be more accommodating. IF you think you might need to start from scratch try cutting a curved piece of plastic out of a dollarstore trashcan.

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 00:19:30 2015 No.8294722 More or less OT, but what is usually the grace period for someone to ship something after you've paid for it? A week? Two weeks?

Anonymous Sat May 2 00:20:50 2015 No.8294725

>>8294683
I have bushy, black brows and the best natural-looking method I've found was to simply shape my brows first into thinner, more feminine brows with a combination of shaving and plucking, which I maintain normally anyways for daily life. Then I put on my makeup like usual and the tiny amount of foundation/powder that gets trapped in my brows serve as the base to hold the highlighter mascara that I go over the brows with. I pick the highlighter mascara lighter than the desired color, so that the color would average out with my black brows and more coats = lighter color.

Anonymous Sat May 2 02:21:47 2015 No.8294874

>>8294681

Mod Podge is typically used as the last step to seal your project. I would probably go out and buy a primer like Gesso to use before painting. Don't worry, you can get heaps of it pretty cheap, check craft/art stores and even newsagents for the cheapest version. Gesso is great because you can sand it too and give your project a really smooth finish.

Mod Podge is still a great product and a good thing for you to be using, it just goes on last.

Maybe post a pic of the wings you're making for more advice?

Anonymous Sat May 2 11:27:04 2015 No.8295397
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Does anyone know what the harness / holster Cassie cage wears is called? Or where to buy something close? I've looked at airsoft sites but nothing is really even close.

Also any where to buy a base suit like hers?

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 11:28:53 2015 No.8295401 File: 44 KB, 344x543, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8295397

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 11:58:11 2015 No.8295435 >>8294722 I'd give it a week unless the shipper specifies a delay.

Anonymous Sat May 2 12:39:29 2015 No.8295516
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Is there any possible way that I can make a party city wig look at least somewhat decent?

It was actually given to me as a gift so I'd feel awful for just throwing it away but I don't know what to do with it...

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 12:52:11 2015 No.8295534 >>8295516 You can always use the fabric softener technique to get rid of that shine. That's all I really can think of. Good luck anon!

Anonymous Sat May 2 12:54:35 2015 No.8295538
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Posted this in the other thread but got no response. I'm stuck on my Ryuko cosplay (fashion week ver). I have all the pieces but I'm not sure how to go about attatching Senketsu to my shirt. I made senketsu out of foam boards so he is relatively light weight but cannot bend well (as I want it to stand up in the picture)

Anonymous Sat May 2 12:58:09 2015 No.8295543

decent, cheap (less than $25USD) petticoats? it only had to last me less than a month. i saw this one on amazon, anyone have any experience with it
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GZ7SZ2W/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3K18NUL3QS0OW&coliid=I6TVYQ94SFZ4V&psc=1

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 12:58:22 2015 No.8295544 >>8295534 I can't believe that I didn't think of that haha. I'll give it a shot! Thanks, anon!

Anonymous Sat May 2 13:01:15 2015 No.8295550

>>8295516
fabric softener is your best friend. also talcum powder
what i do with my old, cheap wigs is cut them up and use the wefts for something else. when i cosplayed sonika at otakon 2012, i cut up a cheap party city wig to make her ponytail and used the fabric softner technique to get rid of most of the shine and colored it to match the base wig. it looked pretty good and saved me some money

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 13:16:57 2015 No.8295579 >>8295550 Yeah, I'll definitely try fabric softener. That sounds like a pretty good idea. Maybe I'll set it aside for now and use when I might need some extra pieces.

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 15:30:53 2015 No.8295861 This may sound like a dumb question, but how would you make the scarf for a sailor uniform? I feel like I'm over thinking it.

Anonymous Sat May 2 20:24:44 2015 No.8296349
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Alright, this was my first try at cosplaying.
I've decided to take on Raiden from mgr ( not knowing how insanely tiring the whole process would be ).
I'm assembling it atm, and I'm not really sure about the results. I've got a con this next weekend. Still need to make the sword.
Is it worth wearing it? Is it "con worthy"?
Idk, this is just part of the top assembled. It's just missing the bicep pieces and the muscle fiber things I couldn't fit without them falling off. The mobility in this sucks, I'm always scared of pieces falling off or something.

So, I just wanna know what do you guys think of it.

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 20:25:08 2015 No.8296351 >>8295397 Try looking up armpit/ underarm/ jackass holsters, you're probably not going to find the exact one, but something close.

Anonymous Sat May 2 20:34:04 2015 No.8296364
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>>8295861
Depends on the exact style of the scarf, like whether or not it's self-tying or goes through a loop on the collar or if it shows in the back, but usually they're constructed like this with snaps at the ends that go on your shoulders.

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 20:35:10 2015 No.8296369 >>8284299 >>8284306 us army butt pouch, strap is seatbelt. Recommend getting buckles. to replace metal clasps on at least one pouch for use. Unsure of top most pouch, probably could make do without.

Anonymous Sat May 2 22:45:59 2015 No.8296557
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I want to do The Beast from Over the Garden Wall but I have little idea on how to do his antlers. What I'm thinking of doing is getting a head band and taking some wire and musslim and painting it black.

Anonymous Sat May 2 22:53:37 2015 No.8296564
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For my first con coming up this summer, I plan on cosplaying as Mikoshiba/Mikorin from Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun. It's not that difficult, but I would like a bit of feed back as I go along, so I can be sure to stay on the right track.

I just picked up the collared shirt and undershirt today from a thrift shop. The collared shirt fits well and is light, but I'm iffy on the orange shirt. After looking at references, sometimes his undershirt has the collar outlined in a darker red color instead of full orange. How does it look as of now? I've still got a month and a half to go, so going shopping to pick up better clothes is no problem.

Aside from that, I've started to look into wigs, with some hit and miss results. I don't want to pull the trigger too soon, but would anyone have any favorite/recommended wig shops? Thanks for any and all input, I appreciate it!

Anonymous Sat May 2 22:59:20 2015 No.8296569
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I am starting up on making the Shield of Seals from FE:A, but I am new to prop building. My plan is to cut a base out of wood, soak it to bend a little, glue on EVA foam in layers, do the fine details too, plasti-dip, gold spray paint, then weather with acrylics. Anything seem wrong with this?

Anonymous Sat May 2 23:20:57 2015 No.8296601
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>>8296564
It's a very simple costume, so it means you should pay more attention to the details since there are so few. For starters, you should either attach the school emblem on the pocket or neatly seam-rip the pocket off, embroidered or bond the emblem on, then sew it back on. Make sure you get some generic brown loafers as well (those are very common in thrift stores/cheap shoes stores). I can't tell what sort of pants you're wearing, but don't do denim or jeans. Finally, this is going to sound odd, SHAVE your arms. The character's image is a hairless arms guy even if having arm hair is natural for a man.

Anonymous Sat May 2 23:36:01 2015 No.8296618

>>8296601

-I already went ahead and ordered a sew-able patch for the breast pocket in the right color a few days ago, so I've got that covered. I can just sew that straight on, since I believe the dimensions are just right.
-I did a bit of looking today while I was out, but wasn't able to find a pair of loafers that were just right either, so that's on my list of things to do. Not too many references of his shoes unfortunately.
-Wearing jeans in that picture, but I've got navy dress slacks on my list as well. Those I'll probably have to get brand new since my size is hard to come by.
-Finally, I noticed the hair bit when looking for references. I admit that it seems a bit odd, since I've never done it before, but it's definitely doable and would probably make it look better. Thanks for this tip though, since in the back of my head I was wondering how necessary it was.

Aside from that, my only concerns for details lies in the wig, eye color (red), and the fact that his ears are pierced. I suppose eyes aren't that huge of a deal, more of a nit-picky sort of thing, but I'm on edge about the earrings (or should I say studs?). I'm guessing there are probably fake studs or something similar online that I could get.

Thanks for the advice though, really helps me organize my list of things to look into/get.

>>	Anonymous Sat May 2 23:48:59 2015 No.8296633 >>8296618 Look up magnet earrings/studs on ebay. They're pretty easy to find.

Anonymous Sat May 2 23:56:13 2015 No.8296648

>>8296618
Don't worry too much about getting the exact shoes. Early on I freaked out because my characters had black kneehighs with one white stripe but I could only find them with two. And no one cared. As long as they're decent, clean slip on shoes you'll be fine.

Anonymous Sun May 3 00:27:34 2015 No.8296686

>>8296633
I'll look into it, should be easy in that case, thanks.

>>8296648
I'll try to find something close then, although it probably doesn't unless someone is a huge stickler for details. Comfort is probably more important anyway. I'll definitely keep in mind what you said though.

Anonymous Sun May 3 01:29:18 2015 No.8296795

To those of you who have worked with eva foam, do you think I'd be able to get away with using gesso and paint primer as a sealant? I was considering covering the pieces with worbla and gessoing over top, but if I could just avoid worbla overall I think my wallet would be happier. I'm making small, very basic arm guards and boot covers.

Anonymous Sun May 3 01:44:58 2015 No.8296806

>>8296795
Personally I find wood glue forms a better "shell" Unless you've super reinforce the back that stuff will bend throughout transport or the cone and I don't think gesso handles flexibility well. Also paint primer is a little broad. If it's a spray paint primer you need a really good seal over your foam or teh aerosol will "melt" or distort the surface

Anonymous Sun May 3 01:55:32 2015 No.8296819

>>8296795
You don't need worbla at all, the following is my favorite method that I found a few months back

1- Finish building the piece
2- Float the heat gun over all of the surfaces to tighten and set the surface. Don't go crazy or hot-glued seams will separate.
3- I look over the pieces for pinholes or openings in seams, and fill these with paintable silicone caulking. I just use my finger to smear it in, then let it dry.
4-Mix PVA glue and water at about a 4:1 ratio, I try to get it a little thinner than house paint. I paint on my coats as thin as possible. I check the pieces a couple of times in the first half hour, brushing out any runs and pooled areas in corners and joints; if you don't get them out when they're wet, they're much harder to clean up later. You can get away with 2 coats, but 3 or more gives you a much better finish.
5- I then follow up with a couple of coats of Plastidip (spray). Some people paint right over the PVA coats, with good results. I noticed on my pieces, especially flexible sections like the abs and gloves, that repeated flexing created cracking and fissuring in the PVA. A couple of coats of Plastidip seals the PVA, hiding most all of my cracking. It also gives the pieces a uniform color over the PVA, so I can catch any extra imperfections that I didn't see in the PVA coat.

Anonymous Sun May 3 02:18:48 2015 No.8296846
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So, this is more JFashion related but I had a hard time figuring out where to put it. I got this tank as a gift and I really like the conversation hearts aspect, but some of these are Edgelord as fuck and I'm too old for that.

What's the best looking way to censor the cringier words on here? Not all of them, just the worst ones. I'm not very crafty, but I would like to improve this thing.

Anonymous Sun May 3 02:28:22 2015 No.8296862
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Hello, i've got a while to work on this and want to start early.
I need some advice on the general idea of this "cosplay"
1. Should the Mech arms or actual arms be real/dud arms?
2. any tips on the reversed kneecaps?
3. general painting tips
any other random tidbits of advice would be greatly appreciated.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 02:29:16 2015 No.8296864 >>8296846 >Oh hey that's kinda cute >open thumbnail >wtf I feel like the work you'd have to do, embroidery, painting, patching etc, wouldn't be worth it and you'd end up with something just kinda of weird. Sell it on tumblr.

Anonymous Sun May 3 02:49:34 2015 No.8296897

>>8296846
Damn, that's a cute tank but
>edgelord powerlevel off the charts
I'm feeling fabric paint, if you can either find the right pastel colours or are comfortable mixing your own. Or you could sell it
>what size is that tank, anon?
>n-not because I'm interested or a-anything!!

Anonymous Sun May 3 03:01:47 2015 No.8296924

>>8296864
I was thinking maybe I could get some...ribbon...pins or something on etsy to cover some of them? I figure someone with less disastrous fashion sense than mine might be able to help/stop me from doing something dumb.

>>8296897
I was also thinking fabric paint as a last ditch effort, but once I fuck that up there's not much going back. It's a size S, I think, and from Killstar!

Anonymous Sun May 3 06:06:10 2015 No.8297228
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i'm trying to figure out how to style a wig for isabelle.. any suggestions?
i was thinking of purchasing a long, blonde wig. then cutting it to the right length, then using the leftover hair to make a bun at the top, but attaching it is a mystery to me.

any suggestions?

Anonymous Sun May 3 08:00:18 2015 No.8297333
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I'm re doing sailor mars this year, now that my crafting skills are better and I wan to make the fire bow. In pic related you can see the shit I made the fist time. What materials do you think that could work for a damm fire bow?

>inb4 "fatty-chans should never cosplay sailors!!!"

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 08:06:39 2015 No.8297335 >>8297333 >inb4 "fatty-chans should never cosplay sailors!!!" Nah it's fine if you want to be scale accurate to Mars

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 10:13:08 2015 No.8297416 File: 176 KB, 512x720, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] how do you make those tiny scallops on the skirt? i can't imagine having to sew all of that

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 10:15:16 2015 No.8297417 >>8297416 suck it up and sew all of it

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 10:24:54 2015 No.8297434 >>8297416 take creative liberty and use some sort of eyelet lace

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 10:58:25 2015 No.8297478 >>8297417 Holy shit but do you see the little scallops within bigger ones?? if there werent any smaller scallops i would gladly sew the bigger ones

Anonymous Sun May 3 11:21:59 2015 No.8297517

>>8297416
There are some fabric that come with a scalloped edge, but I don't know where to find them. I've seen Kotori cosplayers use them.
You can also get a fabric that doesn't fray easily and just cut the edges, run it down with fray check.
Or you can get white fabric and lace and just dye them, and use the lace to substitute.

I think the lace would turn out pretty and more-detailed-looking than the scallops.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 12:00:56 2015 No.8297565 File: 245 KB, 960x720, image.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8297416 This is kind of a weird method but you can use a soldering iron! It's super quick and the edges dong fray. Pic is what I did for my yuna cos

Anonymous Sun May 3 12:12:41 2015 No.8297582
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I asked in an earlier thread, but did not get an answer, so here it goes again.

What size of worbla sheet should I get to do all the armour elements in this costume? It's my first time working with this material, I'm not sure of how much I'll need.

Thanks!

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 12:18:33 2015 No.8297590 >>8297565 holy shit that looks amazing, was it really quick? did yu use a template? does it onyl work on synthetic?

Loli-Master Sun May 3 12:29:27 2015 No.8297607
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I need help to know how I could do this cosplay I don't even know where to start, what type of fabric is best for sewing and all that shiz since it's my first cosplay and I can't buy it because it won't get here in time any help is appreciated.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 12:34:37 2015 No.8297612 >>8297607 Did you even do any research before posting here? Like googling "Zuko cosplay diy"

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 12:35:43 2015 No.8297617 >>8297582 Mock everything up with card stock paper/foam board first, then you can see how big of a piece you need.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 12:38:19 2015 No.8297620 >>8297617 I was going to do that, but I wanted to buy all the materials before starting (it's just something I do, it kind of marks the day I actually start making stuff) Thanks anyway!

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 12:39:37 2015 No.8297623 >>8297620 you sound fucking stupid.

Anonymous Sun May 3 12:46:10 2015 No.8297630
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>>8297582
>>8297617
What this anon said, plus another 1/3rd for any minor fuckups and for any extra stability segments, joinery, and posture aids for when wearing at a con.
Also, fantastic character taste, keep posting on the progress

Anonymous Sun May 3 13:26:13 2015 No.8297710

>>8295401
Thank you! I know it'll be pretty much impossible to find the exact one and I don't mind modifying but I can't even find anything close. I'll try those search terms though thank you!

If anyone else has ideas for Cassie cages holsters and body suit please let me know!

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 13:37:40 2015 No.8297726 >>8297630 Thank you! >captcha asked me to pick pictures of sushi

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 13:49:22 2015 No.8297741 File: 40 KB, 463x436, CBxhNz_W8AEMsK2.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] So I am not sure how I can go about making or what material to use to make this character's gold brooch and neck clip Any ideas?

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 14:29:05 2015 No.8297801 >>8297620 While I understand the sentament, that's a lot of money to guess on. You can always make your own as well

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 15:13:26 2015 No.8297901 >>8297590 Yes I'm pretty sure only synthetic since it melts the fibers :c I did a template for one scallop and just traced it lightly onto the wrong side of the fabric!

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 15:16:56 2015 No.8297908 >>8297741 Depends on your resources. If you know your way around an exacto blade a couple layers of balsa wood or basswood from the craft store, primed, sanded and painted can work.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 15:18:33 2015 No.8297911 >>8297901 You're correct. it will work best of synthetic since you'll just melting plastic. I think a blend could work too but anything 100% cotton will singe.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 15:48:32 2015 No.8297954 File: 1008 KB, 981x606, ahhhhh.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8296846 >>8296864 >>8296897 Are any of these non-disastrous?

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 16:10:37 2015 No.8298004 >>8296846 is that the authentic killstar one or a replica? because if it's authentic you could resell it for a good price

Anonymous Sun May 3 17:26:06 2015 No.8298155
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How would i go about describing this belt?
(or has anyone seen something similar for sale)

Everything i've tried searching with gives me plain leather belts on machine gun belts.

Anonymous Sun May 3 17:27:02 2015 No.8298157
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How could I make this? The clothing is fairly simple, I'm just trying to figure how to become a huge yellow alien octopus. I don't have a clue on how to get a perfectly round head and being able to see with it. For the tentacles, I considered making a wire structure, covering it with foam and then with fabric but I don't really like the way fabric looks, since his skin looks pretty smooth looking. Suggestions very welcome

Anonymous Sun May 3 18:10:41 2015 No.8298282
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>>8298157
I would do something like the official and make the tentacle structures for the arms and from the knees down. Everything else is covered up by his robe, so it'll cut you some slack and look fine as long as you wear some bit of padding (have the robe hang straight down will make the character look anorexic). The head can be bought commercially as well; an official head mask has been made and sold for about 3000 yen. So is the official robe and hat, for that matter.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 19:30:48 2015 No.8298489 Kotori anon here again: do you guys think using hair dye mixed with condition as a dye for the wings (already made) would be a good idea? I use this for my hair and i don't think it'll ruin the wings but idk

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 19:35:08 2015 No.8298502 >>8298489 I wouldn't. Hair dye has chemicals in it. Unless it's a really cheap brand, but really, if you can help it, just don't. Go with fabric dye or sharpies.

Anonymous Sun May 3 19:41:14 2015 No.8298525

I'm looking to do a Dark Phoenix cosplay and need some tips/help figuring out how to make it work.

I haven't had much practice sewing full pieces of clothing though I'd love to make this. I was considering using these: http://store.americanapparel.ca/shiny-nylon-tricot-leggings_rnt38?c=Red in Red for the bottoms and going to a fabric store for the gold boot covers and what not. Though if I do that.. what should I do for the top? How do I do fingers for the gloves?

Anonymous Sun May 3 19:41:49 2015 No.8298526

>>8298282
My question was about what material to use for the tentacles, since I'm not too fond of the ones I've seen made of fabric. Thank you for the advice anyhow, I wasn't aware there was an official head mask being sold, all the ones I've seen for sale looked pretty crappy. The robe and the hat should be fairly simple to make.
Thanks for the photo as well, it seems like the official one has the tentacles covered in fabric..

Anonymous Sun May 3 19:57:30 2015 No.8298556

>>8298525
Well at least you posted in here.
Unless you can find the exact same type/color of fabric, you shouldn't get those and it's probably a better idea to make the whole thing one piece rather than two.
Googling 'cosplay glove tutorial' gives you instructions on the gloves and find yourself a bodysuit pattern like the Yaya one. If you can manage, sew the gold parts as part the bodysuit for easier wearing though that'll be a challenge on its own and applique on the logo.

Anonymous Sun May 3 20:40:58 2015 No.8298648
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In the process of making an Edea Lee cosplay but I'm not sure what material to make the red out of. I was thinking red vinyl because it would have the armory look, but it may be too thick and end up looking weird in the chest area with darts. Someone suggested broad cloth, I believe, but I'm not sure if that would be firm enough for the bear, I don't want it to be saggy.
The gray armor parts are made out of vinyl.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 20:46:46 2015 No.8298664 >>8298648 If you used stretch vinyl vs thick upholstery vinyl you shouldn't have any problems with it being too thick. Definitely don't use broadcloth for something like that.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 20:53:50 2015 No.8298680 >>8298648 anything you don't want to be saggy add interfacing.

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 21:04:33 2015 No.8298703 >>8296557 I suggest doing out of foam, I can't really explain what I mean, but heres a tutorial. https://frekki.wordpress.com/2013/09/03/light-weight-horns-tutorial/

Anonymous Sun May 3 21:06:43 2015 No.8298707

>>8298648
Broadcloth is a shitty cotton don't listen to that person or take advice from them ever again. Personally I'd make a hard form for the front out of worbla and foam then stretch lycra or vinyl around it for the smooth look. It would work well for the hip armor bits. Look into vinyl over foam tutorials like this

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bMBvX40JTU

>>	Anonymous Sun May 3 21:33:33 2015 No.8298748 Pleather or Stretch vinyl. Stretch vinyl bleeds sometimes, so be careful storing costume. Satin if you need a cheap mockup. Broadcloth no.

Anonymous Mon May 4 00:00:45 2015 No.8299093
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ok so I posted in here before about this plaid. I think I have the pattern finalized, but now it's color that I need help with... specifically how colors are going to translate in print.

Because I'm an idiot I put everything off until the last second, and basically I'm not going to have time to do a test print. I'm doing this costume with a few other friends, and this con coming up is the only chance for us to all meet up until the same con next year, so putting it off isn't something we're willing to do. We'd rather have skirts that are maybe a little off and have fun together.

So... how's the best way to ensure the colors don't come out super offensively terrible? They have a color chart on spoonflower of colors which "print pretty well", but unfortunately none of those colors are close to the colors I need.

If it helps, we're printing them on cotton poplin, which I hear is a bit more vibrant than other fabrics? Any and all advice on this crisis situation is appreciated!!
And before you say it... yes, I have learned my lesson. We were stubborn and thought we could find close enough plaid for cheaper somewhere else.

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 00:05:51 2015 No.8299103 >>8299093 oh, and also I made the pattern in illustrator, and I can't seem to find the DPI for the document. I'm just seeing PPI, and it seems like the relationship between DPI and PPI is quite complicated.... help?

Anonymous Mon May 4 00:29:31 2015 No.8299143

>>8299093
>but unfortunately none of those colors are close to the colors I need.
Those are the only colors that Spoonflower will print and their computer will take your image and find the closest matches. I find it kind of hard to believe that they don't have any color close to what you have there.

>>8299103
It's the field with pixels/inch. By default it should be 72 or 96 for Adobe art programs and found under Image Size for Photoshop at least.

Anonymous Mon May 4 00:43:26 2015 No.8299159
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I'm working on a Stormtrooper helmet and i painted the inside black but some of the paint went through the masking tape

anything good at getting paint off ABS plastic while not eatting through? i've tried rubbing alcohol and nail polish remover but its not really clearing

Anonymous Mon May 4 00:44:46 2015 No.8299161
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>>8299143
The color chart is pretty limited. They have some that are kind of similar, but still really distinctly off (in particular, they're all way too bright)
I can combine them in ways that produce closer colors, by layering them and playing with opacity, but I'm not sure if those combination colors will be any more likely to print correctly than any other color that's not specifically on this chart.

Is PPI just the same as DPI in this case? I wasn't able to find a very straight answer on that... and the default is 300 for me, but when I plug 300 dpi into spoonflower the design gets really tiny. I mean if my document really is 300 dpi I can easily scale the design (that's why I chose illustrator in the first place) but I am suspicious that that's really the correct dpi....

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 00:53:43 2015 No.8299177 >>8299161 >http://www.spoonflower.com/Spoonflower_ColorGuide_2.1.png This is their bigger color chart and Spoonflower boasts "1400+ colors" to print from.

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 00:54:33 2015 No.8299180 Not really contributing, just saying that I'm excited for all the Love Live cosplays, especially the complicated ones. Post pics when you're done in a selfpost thread, please.

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 00:55:57 2015 No.8299183 >>8299161 >>8299177 >http://www.spoonflower.com/SpoonFlower_ColorMap_2-1.png Accidentally posted wrong link. Here's the correct one.

Anonymous Mon May 4 01:04:40 2015 No.8299193
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So I've really wanted to do a Arbirter of Judgement Metatron cosplay but the only reference for her is this picture here. I tried looking up fan art but It's all of her other forms. As well as her top is clearly strapless but I'm not sure how I'd harness wings without shoulder straps.
So my question is how acceptable is it to take some liberties with the costume to get a decent result? I just don't want to look like an idiot when I go to a con.

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 01:15:03 2015 No.8299215 >>8299183 OH Thanks anon, this should be much more useful!

Anonymous Mon May 4 02:28:21 2015 No.8299349

>>8299193
You could use invisible straps, which are harder to see. If you don't want to use those I would say try and make it a color close to your skin tone so it's not obscene. You also may be able to hide the straps with the wig a little, but I wouldn't rely on that. Good luck.

Anonymous Mon May 4 03:08:40 2015 No.8299404
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>>8298155
Pointed end belt with metal edge? You could also buy a plain leather belt cut it to the point then glue craft foam to the edge to imitate the gold metal part.

>>8297741
Layered craft foam, or clay? Not sure if that would be strong enough to hold the cape closed.

>>8297228
You could get a short light blonde wig and then two pigtails in that darker golden color.
They sell pre made bun clips, you could make a small bun out of the wigs top hair, or you could make a bun out of whatever the tail is. You could also make the bun shape out of paper or styrofoam and glue hair to it, there is a tutorial attached.

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 03:23:45 2015 No.8299421 File: 15 KB, 600x258, webbing-black-600x600.jpg [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] >>8295397 >>8295401 You want something like a tactical vest or webbing.

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 03:25:45 2015 No.8299425 >>8295538 Show us whatcha got

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 04:28:26 2015 No.8299489 >>8280530 Thrift shops or eBay

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 05:53:00 2015 No.8299603 File: 224 KB, 981x655, aliexpress.png [View same] [iqdb] [saucenao] [google] I want to try out the worblapie / selfmade worbla thing, but I have no idea how to order from aliexpress nor what the prices mean. Help?

Anonymous Mon May 4 07:09:47 2015 No.8299673
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Cosplaying from Fatal Frame for Fanime but I'm at a loss how to get my mouth black? I found the tooth blackening stuff online but can it be used for the tongue and inside the mouth as well?

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 07:30:08 2015 No.8299694 Is there some special technique (some machine foot or something) for sewing fake leather?

Anonymous Mon May 4 08:51:15 2015 No.8299800
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I've been embroidering some linen which I've cut on the bias. I'll need to back the fabric with something to give it weight and stop the threads from showing. What can I use to back it with that won't destroy the drape?

Pic not mine but a similar item and style.

Anonymous Mon May 4 09:18:00 2015 No.8299837

>>8299603
You have to order 2 metric tons minimum. The price per kilo is $1. There are a thousand kilos in a metric ton so you'll be paying a minimum of $2000.

Buy some friendly plastic for £10 instead.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Amaco-Friendly-Plastic-Ivory-Pellets/dp/B0026HWG16/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1430745454&sr=8-3&keywords=friendly+plastic

Anonymous Mon May 4 09:32:02 2015 No.8299860
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Tadashi anon here again, I'm honestly reconsidering buying the green blazer again due to the lack of adequate white blazers I could find. Here's the green blazer in question:

http://www.rosewe.com/ol-style-green-long-sleeve-turndown-collar-woman-blazer-g115127.html?utm_source=polyvore&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=140902114-2

So I took some quick measurements and here they are:

shoulder: ~40cm
bust: 82cm
sleeve: 54cm
clothing: 61cm
(I'm a small dude)

So I was comparing this to the size guide on the website and I would be very happy with getting the XS size but one problem: my shoulders are way too big, I would have to get a XL at least to accommodate them. Problem is that while the sleeve and clothing length can easily be fixed, the +14cm on the bust is going to be really noticeable and I'm not sure how to sew that away (I have a sewing machine but I have never ever used it). Luckily, I have some friends that can sew a bit so that leaves me with two options:

a) Get XS, and try to make the shoulders bigger somehow
b) Get XL, and try to make the bust lower somehow

Wat do?

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 09:57:40 2015 No.8299877 >>8299860 In this kind of situation, you always buy the larger size and scale down where you need to. If you need to make it bigger, where's that extra fabric coming from?

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 11:36:39 2015 No.8300047 >>8299860 why are you getting a women's blazer though? That's not gonna be easy to fit, you know... it would honestly be easier to get a white one in a men's style and dye it.

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 11:38:03 2015 No.8300049 >>8299837 Thank you anon!!

Anonymous Mon May 4 14:03:48 2015 No.8300318
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Boyfriend found a black and white outline template for Vincent Valentine's cape (the tattered ends). I have made his cosplay from scratch and I would like to use guidelines when cutting to avoid making a god awful mistake xD
We lost the templates and have been trying to find them again on the internet and cannot see them anywhere. If you guys have seen such a file/image or have found any of your own, that would really help!
Pic related (reference to his cape)

Anonymous Mon May 4 14:28:23 2015 No.8300364

>>8299860
>c) Get a regular men's blazer and dye it if you have to

The blazer you linked isn't even some shapeless grandma blazer. It is clearly semi-fitted to a lady's form, the bottom hem is very curve in the front, and it'll take good sewing skills to mod it. Given how you have to buy a blazer instead of making it, would you even have the skills to do so?

Anonymous Mon May 4 16:56:22 2015 No.8300789

>>8299860
You may have more luck if you look for green sports jackets?
http://www.topman.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33056&storeId=12555&productId=16630793&langId=-1&categoryId=&parent_category_rn=&searchTerm=TM88A28JGRN&resultCount=1&geoip=home

I just found this on StyleFinder, they're pretty good if you need something ready made.

>>	Anonymous Mon May 4 17:06:38 2015 No.8300813 Any tips for priming white insulation foam? I am worried that plaster will just flake off and not adhere to the foam well enough.

Anonymous Mon May 4 20:02:18 2015 No.8301342
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Can anyone point me in the right direction with Tharja's sheer bodysuit?
I've looked through eBay, Aliexpress, Amazon, and I've googled/look through the archives but I can't exactly find anything. I know a lot of people make theirs but I am so confused at how that'd work out so I'd much rather buy it.

Anonymous Tue May 5 00:08:05 2015 No.8301864

Does anyone know a cheap place to get eva foam in semi-bulk? I'm trying to build a base for a monster hunter barrel and all the local chains carry stuff that's way too thin for three times more than I want to pay. Would there be a better alternative to eva for this?

>>	Anonymous Tue May 5 05:25:26 2015 No.8302394 >>8301342 what are you making the belt thing out of? I have an idea of how to do this using tights if you can't find a body stocking that's up to par.

Anonymous Tue May 5 17:31:07 2015 No.8303532
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I need help finding the remaining pieces for my Okabe cosplay.

I am wondering where I can find:

1) a lab coat that is around the same length as Okabe's. Most sites only go to about 40" and with me being 5' 11", it isn't long enough. I found one on eBay I can get custom-made, but it is $120 after shipping and I don't think it's worth spending an extra $80 for a longer coat.

2) A belt like Okabe's. I am sure they are all over Amazon, I just don't know what the style of his belt is called.

I appreciate any responses and suggestions, thanks!

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