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[Anonymous No.8377425]

New help thread. Old one is over the limit.


What is a good material to make a metal collar kinda like the ones they used in Egypt?

How about wrist bands like this as well?

[Anonymous No.8377535]

>>8377425
Without a picture for reference, I'm not 100% sure exactly what you want to make, but you could probably make them out of leather or craft foam (the kind used for cosplay armor, and go through the initial process of sealing/prepping it for paint) and then use gold/silver leaf to make it look like metal? Leaf is a little pricey but not too bad, and the results look more realistic than metallic spray paint IMO.

My question (which is more j fashion/ normalfag fashion than cosplay, sorry!) - I have a pair of older Mudd platform shoes similar to these that I picked up at a thrift shop recently and absolutely love. But they're pleather, and because they're old, the pleather's surface is starting to crack around the toes.

Would leather paint (the kind cosplayers suggest for painting shoes) work to kind of...seal them while still remaining flexible? I was also considering something like that spray on "Flexi-Seal" stuff that's sold on TV (since it comes in black) or maybe even plasti-dip?

I'll be really sad if I have to get rid of these. They're so comfy and cute.

[Anonymous No.8377806]

>>8377535
Try the spray on stuff with pleather but that's not going to work 100%. Stuff just gets old.

Old thread. OP forgot to post it.
>>8359302

>Unanswered questions: (If I missed on just repost it in the new thread.)
>>8359371
>>8359397
>>8361514
>>8364904
>>8365508
>>8367316
>>8367643
>>8367934
>>8370058
>>8370401
Try this for the Sailor V mask: http://www.worbla.com/?p=14

>>837087
>>8373120
>>8373533
>>8376742
>>8377170

[Anonymous No.8377810]

I asked this before but does anyone know how to do Schezo's boots? I can do the rest of his armor but having trouble figuring out what to do with the shoes.

[Anonymous No.8377863]

I can't figure out the sizes on here, can anyone tell me what they are? thanks
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Port-Authority-Ladies-Short-Sleeve-Easy-Care-Dress-Shirt-Blouse-L508-/251598158860

[Anonymous No.8377903]

>>8377863
bump for answer

[Anonymous No.8377925]

>>8377903
Chill. This is a slow board. Its probably measurement in inches (the seller is located in the US).

[Anonymous No.8377978]

How is a black classic outfit different from a gothic outfit? I see people all salty about calling black sweet gothic so I assume there's similar ways to tell classic and gothic apart.

Also, tips for a newbie to fabric dye looking to make a red Bodyline dress more cranberry or wine? iDye Poly seems to come in one red shade, anyone know if it's warm or cool red? Google Images was inconclusive. I'd prefer cool red.

>>8377863
I'm going to guess this is a knit or stretchy item and these are doubled flat measurements in inches?

>>8377535
You could also take these to a local cobbler for a professional opinion. There are better options than leather paint though, I think, like the sprays >>8377806 mentioned

[Anonymous No.8378020]

Anybody know where I can find some thin, wine colored gloves for pic related? I can modify them to add spiked edges and buttons. I've tried looking, but all I can find in the right color are thick winter gloves that don't look right. Failing that, anyone got any very simple patterns for making gloves? I'm new to sewing.

[Anonymous No.8378024]

>>8377925
>>8377978
it's so confusing I tried calculating them in different things (in, cm etc) and nothing came up that made sense. tired contacting the seller and they haven't replied it two days

[Anonymous No.8378057]

>>8378020
thin gloves will probably end up meaning satin or mesh, neither would look good if you try to modify those fabrics.

these might work

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Womens-New-Winter-Fashion-Glove-Gloves-Warm-Mittens-Cute-Bow-Full-finger-/261886900459?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cf9acf8eb

http://www.ebay.com/itm/hot-sale-Womens-GENUINE-LAMBSKIN-leather-butterfly-fashion-gloves-cute-/111614769147?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item19fcc237fb

If you have time just hobble around ebay and look at gloves. You can maybe find some cheaper ones that are white and dye them to the color you need.

[Anonymous No.8378072]

>>8377978
With sweet it is a lot of how the garment is designed that makes it look sweet even in black. I do not think this exists so much with classic as the actual design of the garments are similar in the toned down sense. So it would go down to the indiv dress and if it is themed in a more gothic way or not, or then if the person themselves wears it on the gothic side. or not. There are outfits that I can see go either way depending on the styling for sure.

[Anonymous No.8378078]

Not sure if the help thread is the right place to post--please direct me elsewhere if there's a more appropriate place.

I'm thinking about commissioning a Maiden in Black (pic related) costume since my sewing skills are nonexistent. I've got a couple construction-related ideas. Where can I look for someone to commission?

[Anonymous No.8378091]

>>8378057
They don't have to be very thin; I was just hoping for something that won't be extremely warm. I might just end up trying to make my own, though gloves look a bit difficult to make.

[Anonymous No.8378148]

It might be a dumb question, but how does one attach a single pauldron like this to a costume?

[Anonymous No.8378159]

It might be a dumb question, but how does one attach a single pauldron like this to a costume?

[Anonymous No.8378166]

>>8378159
Velcro and or a strap to go under the armpit would be okay.

[Anonymous No.8378172]

>>8378166
Wouldn't there be a visible strap?

[Anonymous No.8378215]

>>8378172
Yes, and? Just make it match every other leather strap on the costume and literally no one will mind that you didn't bend the laws of physics to attain an unreasonable detail of a costume. If you're really set on it though, just cut slits in the sleeve so the straps can sit up inside it and just come up underneath the pauldron

[Anonymous No.8378335]

>>8377863
The measurements are in inches. The Bust measurements are single-side, taken flat.

[Anonymous No.8378379]

I really messed up my wig. I tried to get it a layered spiky look like the girl from Devil survivor 2 but failed because I never cut a wig before. Is it still salvageable (as in can I wear it every day wear.) I'm going to buy a new one in the future but I hate to throw away a good wig.

[Anonymous No.8378385]

>>8378379
Stupid iphone. Sorry about the image.

[Anonymous No.8378403]

>>8378379
It looks okay to me if it's for Io? Photo quality is bad. If it's for Miyako, the photo needs to zoom out more.

[Anonymous No.8378414]

>>8378379
on ebay, you can get $2 wigs with free shipping to the U.S. I would advise buying those first, practice cuttin them, then get a good wig and cut it

[Anonymous No.8378451]

>>8378335
A hair shaping razor works wonders for cutting those tips.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=922-JM8gOz0

Your wig is fucked, but keep it anyway because you can use it for wefts in the future.

[Anonymous No.8378459]

>>8378379
A hair shaping razor works wonders for cutting those tips.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=922-JM8gOz0 [Embed]

Your wig is fucked, but keep it anyway because you can use it for wefts in the future.

[Anonymous No.8378499]

I know this question gets asked all the time, but I want to pick up some cheap boots from the Bodyline sale and paint them black for a cosplay. I really want to avoid using Angelus leather paint (what is usually recommended) since I'm not good with brushes. Which spray paint would you recommend for PU?

[Anonymous No.8378513]

>>8378159
>>8378215
How would I keep the strap on the arm from sliding down? The pauldron has some weight to it and I don't want to cut off my circulation.

[Anonymous No.8378538]

What kind of makeup should I use for the stitching on the face? I want it to look good, and I don't want it to rub off.

[Anonymous No.8378577]

>>8378538
You can paint it on with any quality body paint (Snazaroo, Ruby Red, Wolfe Fx, Diamond Fx, Kryolan, Mehron, Ben Nye, etc) and set it with a setting spray, or you can get fancy and try to do some special fx makeup to do real stitches in your face. Google "stitches fx makeup" you'll get lots of results.

[Anonymous No.8378583]

>>8378499
If you use foam brushes rather than bristly ones you won't have to worry about brush strokes or trying to make straight lines/cover evenly, if that's what you mean by "not good with brushes".

I've never encountered a spray paint that can do the job as well (trust me, I've tried). Just as an alternative if you don't want to use Angelus, I swear by the Plaid Leather Studio stuff too, though.

[Anonymous No.8378608]

>>8378583
Since they sell the Leather Studio stuff at Joann (my only nearby fabric/ craft store), I'll definitely grab some! Thanks anon!

[Anonymous No.8378609]

>>8378513
A small patch of velcro will do the trick.
Actually two, one at the top nearest the shoulder and one at the bottom.
Make sure you get the heavy duty velcro to make sure that sucker doesn't move.

[Anonymous No.8378611]

From the last thread: >>8376347


I checked aliexpress but not taobao since I can't wait THAT long for the wig to be delivered. Some suggestions on characters that have black hair like this would be really nice. Even better if they are mainstream enough for wigs to be made for them.

[Anonymous No.8378627]

>>8378403
Yes it was for Io. I got the wig a few days before a con and thought it would be easy to just cut it in my room with a tutorial. Boy was I wrong.

>>8378414
>>8378459
Thanks a lot for the advice guys. I learned my lesson so I'm going to practice this year to not make the same mistakes again. Hopefully.

[Anonymous No.8378630]

>>8378577
Out of those brands, I would suggest Wolfe. It's wax based so it is thicker and more opaque then brands like Mehron or Snazaroo, and it is somewhat reflective which would give the stitches dimension. Also, start practicing your brush strokes as soon as you get the paint.

[Anonymous No.8378631]

>>8378611
How soon do you need the wig to be delivered? If you use Taobao you can get the wing in less than 10 days depending on the SS.

Off hand:
Kaneki from Tokyo ghoul
Shinji from Evangelion
Izaya from Durarara (maybe.)

Also did you check the anime data base?
http://www.animecharactersdatabase.com/

[Anonymous No.8378636]

>>8378631
>*wig not wing.

[Anonymous No.8378640]

What tools do you guys have in your toolbox?

[Anonymous No.8378644]

Has anyone used duck cloth? I'd like to get someones experience on using it since I'm trying to find a heavyish fabric to use myself.

[Anonymous No.8378655]

>>8378640
Do you mean literally or figuratively? Hammer, screw driver, wrenches, a power drill, several kinds of glue, sand paper, box cutter, hot glue gun, a variety of nails and screws. I'd love to get a dremel and a heat gun, but I want a lot of things I can't get right now.

[Anonymous No.8378681]

>>8378631
That was the first placed I looked but there are too many characters and the hair style is kinda specific I gave up after a long while.

I am assuming it will be pricy to get it faster? I will check it either way to see what's the best alternative.

Those suggestions are good but I am looking into sort of something like the girl in the picture has which is a really short bob kinda what Amelie has. I know this style has been used for a couple of anime girls in the last years I'm just not familiar with the newest anime.

I don't know what keywords to use either other than short bob.

[Anonymous No.8378708]

>>8378681
Well all of the characters I told you have short bobs or close to it. The anime database also makes you go through hair colors and styles too.

They do EMS or Sal. I'm not sure how soon you need the wig though.
>picture related is character close to it.

[Anonymous No.8378730]

>>8378708
Thank you for the help so far!

Those characters have a bit more of a boyish cut instead of a girlier one which goes longer on the sides. I looked up the wigs and the only wigs that come up are round bowlish cuts.

I used the anime database with the option of hair above the shoulder in black but waay too many came up. Most of the ones I found that matched were very dark characters. I wish they had a way to filter the results with older anime to newest since this style has been used more lately.

[Anonymous No.8378968]

I need help to make this skirt, I can't figure out the measurements for the pleats nor how to make them equally distanced in the front. I've never done a skirt like this before and yes, I searched for tutorials online but I just don't get it.

[Anonymous No.8378987]

>>8378730
My only suggestion is to either style a longer wig like this into the style you want http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.35.ViKSGe&id=36288010850&ns=1&abbucket=16#detail or just deal with a boyish cut wig and fix it up.

Sorry I couldn't be more help.

[Anonymous No.8378998]

Does anyone know how to make a giant straw?

Would it be better to get this commissioned and if so by who? Taobao or someone else?
>Please don't say Cosplayfu

[Anonymous No.8379304]

>>8378998
Could you use an empty roll of wrapping paper or something?

[Anonymous No.8379430]

>>8379304
I'm not sure if wrapper paper would work unless you mean the tube. I want this to be stable and not break on me. I thought about making it similar to a staff.

[Anonymous No.8379452]

>>8378998

Combination of pipe or cardboard tubing & dryer exhaust tube?

Don't use wrapping paper tubes, you can get them several feet longer at a fabric store. Ask for empty upholstery fabric bolts.

[Anonymous No.8379471]

>>8378968
Try a pattern, like this one?
>Okay it seems to think my link is spam but my pattern is Simplicity 4089, pic related

I used that for a Haruhi skirt years ago. It looks pretty close to yours. Just need to add the top part. This one is out of print however, so you'll have to look on etsy or ebay.

Working from a premade pattern will make things a lot easier for you. Just make sure you get a pattern in your size.

[Anonymous No.8379510]

>>8378644
It's an outdoor/utility fabric. Good for upholstery, cushions, outdoor projects. Generally too stiff and harsh for apparel fabric unless you know what you're doing.

[Anonymous No.8380420]

So I'm still quite a noob and I'm trying to stick with cosplays that are realistic, and momoka seems easy enough. I'm just stumped on how to get a full high ponytail that is styled the way hers is. My googling skills must be weak because I had a hard time finding anything that I could apply to it. Any suggestions?

[Anonymous No.8380611]

>>8380420
>momoka
mah nigga

/k/ here and I loved that anime from a firearm enthusiast point of view

Anyway, her hair is pushed up like a bun, but instead of bunned up, it's let loose in a pony tail kind of way. you could do this on a wig and style it yourself or find a pre-styled wig with a bun but that allows you to undo it and let some hair loose.
I think styling it yourself would work best though,

[Anonymous No.8380645]

I'm trying to figure out how to make Giorno's jacket, particularly the little diamond parts on the back like in pic related. I'm not a complete novice seamstress, but I still have to use or alter patterns for pretty much everything I do. The two ideas I have are either painting the diamonds on with fabric paint (which I think would be the easiest route) or actually using a different color fabric for the diamonds and kind of sewing them in (I'm not explaining it well, but I think this would be harder). With my level of experience, is the second option totally out of my range?

[Anonymous No.8380649]

>>8380645
For the second option, look for appliqué tutorials. There are plenty of tutorials online using a machine.

[Anonymous No.8380677]

>>8380645
Seconding applique. Make sure you test out this technique before you do it on your actual garment. Its not difficult, but it does take practice.

[Anonymous No.8380693]

I used some stitch witchery to anchor down some trim on a cuff I was sewing, before stitching it in place, but there's little bits of glue that peek out of the ribbon and onto the main fabric. So how do I remove those extra bits of stitch witchery? They're really small, but they're irritating as fuck.

[Anonymous No.8380729]

How do I embroider a sukajan? I really wanted to buy one, but they were going for about 312,000¥ at Ameyoko. I was really close to dropping the cash for one with an Asura on it. I never went to Yokosuka because it was a bit far, but would it be cheaper there? I think it'd be a satisfying skill to learn regardless. I've never done any cosplaying or sewing besides simple repairs and sewing on patches and stuff. Would a full blown sukajan be too ambitious a project? Thanks /cgl/.

[Anonymous No.8380763]

>>8379452
>>8379304
The only thing that I'm puzzled about is getting that weird straw like shape on top like a real straw. I wanted to use pipes and cardboard tubing but didn't know how to get it to bend/that texture.

If you need a visual aid here.

[Anonymous No.8380776]

>>8380763
Head to home depot. Near the plumbing section there's that ribbed kind of material in both plastic and metal, and pretty flexible and in many sizes. You'll have to set it somehow to get it to stay bent, but that material definitely exists and reminds me of the straw neck.

[Anonymous No.8380803]

>>8380611
It was so great, I usually don't even like comedy anime.

The only issue that I thought I might run into just putting it into a ponytail is wefts showing? Would it be possible to buy a shortish wig, tie it in a high pony, and put a ponytail clip over that little stub to create a more volumized bun/pony tail?

[Anonymous No.8380905]

Can someone help me find an ebay or aliexpress listing for this? I saved this shitty cropped photo, but did not save the link, and I now can't find it.

[Anonymous No.8380986]

can anybody recommend a good waist cincher or corset? just a little something to smooth out the tum tum

[Anonymous No.8380988]

>>8380986
Check out orchard corset

[Anonymous No.8381021]

>>8380803
if you buy a high quality wig from arda or lockshop you shouldn't have that issue, although, alternatively you could by a pony tail extension desperately and pin it into the wig. That might be your best option

[Anonymous No.8381065]

>>8380420
I thought about cosplaying as Kayo gotokuji myself because I really enjoy the anime, but wasn't sure if I could pull it off since I have a round face and I'm in my mid 20s.

[Anonymous No.8381072]

>>8380803
Would this work?

http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.25.K70OVK&id=45555594165&ns=1&abbucket=16#detail

[Anonymous No.8381646]

I'm going to be making some larger size Angel wings this summer. Any one with experience here? How many did you order and from where? Imliking for opinions from someone who has ordered before or knows someone.

I'm planning to get a mix of down, smaller feathers and larger long ones, but I'm stumped about where is good quality out how much to get.

[Anonymous No.8381661]

>>8377170
I did something similar with chitoge's ribbon. I just used a coat hanger and sewed my material around it to avoid a frumpy look

[Anonymous No.8381724]

be gentle. working on a Disney Hipster Princess thing and not sure if finding premade clothing or sewing is what i should do. I choose Megara from Herc

[Anonymous No.8381736]

Does Joann carry any gold or silver fabrics that I could use for foam+fabric armor? I'm not sure whether to make the trip or just buy something online.

[Anonymous No.8381808]

>>8381736
I'd say check it out so you can have abetter idea of what you want or don't want before going online. Check out fabrics in person, if they are see through, or thinner than expected. And if you don't find anything then go online and now you have a better idea on what you want.

>>8381724
There are a wide variety of purples when it comes to buying and assembling a shirt + skirt. I'd say it's a lot easier to make the outfit due to the drape-y-Ness of the design.

[Anonymous No.8381995]

>>8379510
I figured, would I have to go with linen then? Something that's heavy/durable but wearable.

[Anonymous No.8382058]

>>8381995
Depends on what you're making out of it. Linen is a safe choice for a heavier apparel fabric.

[Anonymous No.8382071]

>>8382058
It's basically a two layered robe that I want to try getting the look of a traveler with (hence the name).

Also, is lining something I should do? or is it something I can skip? Asking cause I'm not sure how long it could take and AX is pretty close.

[Anonymous No.8382076]

>>8378998
combine these?
http://www.ducting.com/ambient-air/dehumidifier-ducts/PE-Flex-Ultra-Flexible.html
http://www.staples.com/Staples-White-Mailing-Tube-3-inch-x-36-inch/product_468355

[Anonymous No.8382086]

Looking for a head like this for a cosplay I want to do.

[Anonymous No.8382450]

>>8382071
If you're entering it in a contest, line it. If there is a chance anyone will see the inside of it at any point while you're wearing it, line it. If your fabric is very thin, line it. Otherwise, you should be fine with a single layer.

[Anonymous No.8382650]

I was thinking about buying one of the sukumizus from here : http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/working/item/1238729/
Does anybody have experience from this store? I'm mostly concerned if their sizes run big or small since I'm right on the edge of an LL to a 3L

[Anonymous No.8382653]

>>8382086
enjoy spending $1000+.

[Anonymous No.8382725]

I don't know how to blend latex prostetics.

I'm doing terminator face bits, but i've never applied any sort of makeup before. I've seen tutorials on how to make it look bruised, i've seen tutorials on how to make it look flush(which i'll use) but i've seen nothing on how to blend it in with your own skin.

I'll be wearing it in very hot weather, so sweat is an issue. What makeup do I need to buy? Just foundation? Liquid? Powder? Something else i haven't heard of? I just need help making it the same color as my skin.

[Anonymous No.8382743]

>>8382725
Look at videos on YouTube by MadeYewLook and Klaire de Lys. They cover how to apply latex prosthetics in several videos of theirs.

[Anonymous No.8382779]

>>8382086
yeah anon this has to be custom made basically like the animegao kigurumi crowd does. you're not going to find a decent one for under $400

[Anonymous No.8382781]

>>8382071
lining doesn't take that long anon, at most an hour or two depending on what you're lining.

[Anonymous No.8382791]

I plan on doing adult Neptune, but I am stump on doing the pockets.Is iron on the only way? I'm worry that it won't hold things like my phone?

[Anonymous No.8382803]

>>8382791
Can you be more specific? Are you talking about the hip pieces?

[Anonymous No.8382813]

>>8382803
Yes, sorry! It the hips ones.

[Anonymous No.8382818]

>>8382813
I'd personally cover upholstery foam or styrafoam half spheres with fabric and then attach them to the hoodie with velcro. They don't really look like pockets to me, so I would say if you want them to hold your phone sew on pockets underneath and attach them over the pockets.

[Anonymous No.8382821]

Does anyone know the name of this material? I found it in a tutorial but there wasn't a name.

[Anonymous No.8382838]

>>8382818
That's a great idea with the spheres and Velcro! hopefully it will all work out!

[Anonymous No.8382842]

>>8381724
You can probably find a high-waisted purple plaid skirt and black petticoat at Hot Topic or on eBay, but after you get that item, I would recommend purchasing matching purple fabric (probably a t-shirt like jersey) for the shirt and drape that yourself.

>>8380729
It's ambitious, but if you're really dedicated you can pull it off. Look up a few embroidery tutorials (search "how to embroider"), expect to spend anywhere from six months to a year (or longer, depending on your design).

[Anonymous No.8382849]

Anyone know where I can find a jacket like this or similar? I'm fine with having just the plain jacket with no decorations. Been looking through a bunch of the Asian sellers, but no luck.

[Masa D. Luffy !F9AXKingDI No.8382903]

Help, a janitor on /cgl/ solicited me for help on how to improve the board culture, months ago

The janitor admitted that the heavy enforcement of rules ruined board culture

Should I become a janitor, /cgl/, or just sing praises of their work as janitors in the past few years by referring to their tripfag names and wait for the samefagging to deny the plausibility of their hand they had in shaping the board the way it is today

I mean, great job guys, really

[Anonymous No.8382911]

>>8382903
I agree with your sentiment, but shitposting in a help thread isn't helping anything.

If you genuinely care, email the new 4chan admin about your concerns in a professionally worded manner with facts and examples as back up.

Fun fact: one of your tripfag comrades, Denmark, is one such responsible janitor. Go yell at her on facebook.

[Anonymous No.8382932]

I would post in an aliexpress thread but one isn't up, so: which of these shoes should I get? Not sure which will be better quality, and they're around the same price. I want to use them for Reimu, crossdressing Teddie, and maybe some other touhous.

[Anonymous No.8382939]

>>8382849

[Masa D. Luffy !F9AXKingDI No.8382940]

>>8382911

Oh, I've already done my due diligence on the back end of things, don't worry about that part.

By going public I recognize I'm forfeiting my chance but it's better to let people know than to keep seagulls in the dark.

also the trip you mentioned isn't one the problem janitors at all

[Anonymous No.8382952]

>>8382932
Ones on the right are cuter and shiny shoes usually look tacky

[Anonymous No.8383228]

>>8382071
Use linen, even outdoor/home decor fabric would be gentler than duck cloth. Line it. I Hope you're prepared for AX weather, because that costume is going to be hot no matter how you make it.

[Anonymous No.8383236]

>>8382650
It's a reseller. I have that exact swimsuit in size S and it is a very dark navy, darker than in the product photos. The swimsuit is very tight on me with little stretch and I fall into the correct bust/hips measurements.

[Anonymous No.8383359]

Reposting from previous thread

Think these are good for Terra, or is the yellow too sunny? Yes I'm going to modify them.

[Anonymous No.8383365]

So, I've never cast anything out of any material before, and the cosplay that I'm making has a gem on it. I'm told that polyester resin is good for gem casting, but the shape is fairly specific so I can't find a readymade mould for it.

What material should I make a polyester resin mould from?

[Anonymous No.8383366]

Might as well post this here, I didn't notice a help thread.

About last week I painted something plastic for my Old Joseph cosplay using Krylon Colormaster. It uses the same stuff Fusion did so it's suppose to bond to plastic. The problem I'm having is that it's tacky. I've touched it with my hand and no paint really comes off besides like a tiny amount on some parts of what I painted, but it just feels sticky.

[Anonymous No.8383388]

>>8383359
>Terra
You're gonna have to be more specific..
>>8382932
Well, none of those look super accurate to Reimu but I'd say right if that's your options
>>8380905
Is it for a specific character? In that case search for their name+ring
If not, search for ruby ring on aliexpress and you'll probably find it or something similar

[Anonymous No.8383391]

>>8383388

[Anonymous No.8383413]

>>8383388
Anon, how can you have accurate shoes for Reimu when ZUN can't draw feet? If you were being accurate you would buy two left shoes.

[Anonymous No.8383428]

So how do you think the best way to make this skirt would be? I'm mostly trying to figure out how to get the pink/purple shades together like that, since I'm using different coloured fabrics rather than one, since it's literally impossible to find that.

I'm thinking of either layering on the fabric, or sewing 'strips' together. Which do you think woudl be best?

[Anonymous No.8383448]

Looking for wig recs for Max from Life Is Strange. Brown is such a generic colour that it's difficult to find specific tones.

Her hair looks like a warm brown, with some copper undertones in different lighting. Arda has some promising colours but again, they all look different in all kinds of lighting.

Style isn't much of an issue as it's pretty basic but wigs around the same length are much appreciated.

[Anonymous No.8383451]

>>8383428
Have you considered getting a skirt in the main pink color and then dipping it in two different dyes? It might help to have the softer gradient effect rather than solid blocks.

[Anonymous No.8383471]

>>8383391
I think you would be better of buying a pair of leggings and cropping them
Or maybe buy a pair that's already cropped
Aliexpress has great ones and in lots of colors, look there
If you cant find any maybe I can try to help
>>8383413
Kek
I haven't played the games or anything so I dont know, I just googled some pictures, and her shoes looked a bit more chunky
But shoes aren't the most important part of a cosplay in my opinion, as long as they don't look way unlike the characters, then its not really a problem
I think most people can agree on that, shoes can be pretty expensive

[Anonymous No.8383478]

>>8383451
The problem is that there's four different colour variants, and the scheme is also used throughout the top and whatnot, so I'd have to get the fabric anyways.

I've only ever done a spray painted gradient, and that was just black on red, and with a very large gradient, while these are more blocks of colour. I'm not that good at my colouring skills, really, so I can only forsee it ending up looking like a toddler with ADHD and too many crayons got ahold of it :/

[Anonymous No.8383480]

>>8383366
Have you tried putting some layers of matte clear coat down? That can help seal the tacky feeling.

>>8383428
If you're good at really precise cutting, you can sew strips together (though her skirt looks more like a circle skirt, so you'd be cutting and sewing together progressively larger circles to get the stripe effect).
If you're good at topstitching, you can layer the darker pink and purple tones on top of a light pink base with a satin stitch (ie applique stitching).

[Anonymous No.8383526]

Does anyone know of any cosplay propmakers that take commisions? Is there a comprehensive list or something?

[Anonymous No.8383564]

>>8383480
Not yet. I have a matte mod podge (clear) but with the con coming up (Thursday) I'm not sure if it'd dry in time.

[Anonymous No.8383569]

Can anybody recommend a good blouse online that is cheap and looks similar to this? (it's the kind that ties into a bow on front) There are probably lots of crappy ones out there, so I wondered if anyone had bought a good one.

[Anonymous No.8383639]

I am trying to figure out how to make the stupid scalped edges on this dress. I am getting so angry and doing scalped edges since I can never get it right.

[Anonymous No.8383644]

>>8383639
literally search "scalloped edges tutorial"
also you dropped pic

[Anonymous No.8383645]

>>8383639

[Anonymous No.8383786]

>>8382821
It looks like sculpey to me.


Does anyone know of any good glove patterns, or glove making tutorials? Something that's NOT just "Durhurr, draw outline of hand, do again, sew together durhurrr". Something on re-sizing glove patterns, or making your pattern drafting or flat patterning?

[Anonymous No.8383796]

>>8383359
Too sunny to me.

[Anonymous No.8383797]

>>8380611
Weird question but sauce on the character profile images for this anime? Looking for all of the girls.

[Anonymous No.8383820]

>>8383236
Oh man, thanks for replying and the heads up. Would you say its worth the purchase?

[Anonymous No.8383895]

>>8381072
Yes, that would work very well
>>8383797
I found it in google images so you would probably have to search for the other girls and see if it'll show up

[Anonymous No.8383938]

>>8383820
The purchase was worth it to me because I like old-style Japanese school swimsuits and it was around 1500 or 2000 yen when I bought it back in 2008. It's not comfortable for actual swimming though since the tightness restricts your chest and stomach a lot.

[Anonymous No.8383944]

Reposting in correct thread

I'm doing a cosplay on pic related. Can anyone here experienced with make-up give tips on how make your skin achieve that kind of appearance? I'd like for the make-up to not stain the collar of my shirt too.

[Anonymous No.8384131]

I'm making a Mangle cosplay, for the second head how would I keep that up?
I have the head done but don't know how other Mangle cosplayers kept the second head up without making it look bad. Pic related is a quick reference of what I want, I want the robotic head to stay up and be above my shoulder.
Thank you for any help!!

[Anonymous No.8384263]

Hey guys. Im wondering if anyone can name off any characters I can cosplay using this outfit? I already have done Gumi from Coward Mont Blanc, but Im looking to do more with this uniform than just her. I don't watch tons of animes at a time or read a bunch of manga all at once either, so Im a little behind on possibilities. Any ideas would be super helpful!

[Anonymous No.8384270]

>>8384263
Better finish lifting that skirt up turn around and bend over. Its the only way I can judge these sort of things.

[Anonymous No.8384280]

>>8384270
Dude. Get out of here too.

[Anonymous No.8384377]

>>8384263
What's the point? Cosplay characters you like, not characters that would be recognized just because you bought a outfit.

[Anonymous No.8384388]

>>8384377
Well Id be looking into watching/reading the series as well. Im a busy a lot because of work, so Im only watching one thing at a time usually. I like slice of life and horror series the most. And of course reverse harem/otome series as well.

Im merely asking because I want to put this outfit to use for someone else as well because school uniforms are probably one of the more versatile options for cosplayers.

[Anonymous No.8384396]

>>8384388

[Anonymous No.8384406]

>>8378538

I did a cosplay last year with stitching over the mouth, just used heavy duty thread and liquid latex at both ends of the thread + cream makeup for coloring around the stitching, it stayed put pretty well.

[Anonymous No.8384410]

>>8384131
Here's a picture of me with the robotic head I made, any ideas on how I could keep it above my shoulder like this? It is like one pound so it is heavier than cardboard ones people have made but I don't think it is too heavy to figure out a way to keep up.
Once again, thank you for any help!

[Anonymous No.8384414]

>>8384410

looks like the neck goes over your shoulder, i'd secure it to your back with sturdy straps under your bust (and probably some padding for comfort) and a strap over your shoulder to keep it upright (either cross-body like a seatbelt between your tits or snuck next to your armpit, cross body would be more comfy but might show depending on the outfit)

[Anonymous No.8384423]

>>8384414
Yeah I made a neck for it and attached it but just had no idea how to make it stay on my back/shoulder
And straps could work, how would i attach them though? That is something I have never done, the end to the neck I made is literally just metal.
Also thank you for your help!!

[Anonymous No.8384581]

how do i acquire some ryukishi07 hands for higurashi cosplay and how do i hold anything

[Anonymous No.8384591]

I'm looking to do Nyssa al Ghul from the show Arrow and I was hoping some people could point me in the right direction on where to shop for pleather/leather fabrics. My city isn't that big so fabric selection is thin here.

Also, I've never brought weapons to a con before. What should I do about the arrows? Can I buy real ones and just cut the ends off?
pic related

[Anonymous No.8384605]

>>8384591
You can buy just arrow shafts without the tips, but i would just buy the dowl rods at a craft store and make the arrows, will probably be cheaper if you don't need them to actually fly. Also depending on the con, the bow might need to be un-stringed.

[Anonymous No.8384735]

>>8384263
Try Google image searching for black seifuku or something and see if any cute characters come up. Then you can search for them and see if you want to cosplay them

[Anonymous No.8384890]

Does anyone know how to make one of these neck things? Or at least know what they're called so I can google it myself?
It seems simple enough in theory but I wanted to make it from one piece of fabric, not multiple sewn together. And that seems harder.

[Anonymous No.8384895]

>>8384890
that is gonna take some serious piping and support.

[Anonymous No.8384927]

>>8384890
You won't be able to make that from one piece of fabric. If you make the collar and bib separate pieces and sew them together, this will be a piece of cake. Trying to make it from one piece of fabric is going to result in tons of wrinkles and the bib part will not lay flat at all.

[Anonymous No.8384934]

I want to make a side pocket for my lab coat in the inside but the problem is that the seam is too far in the back so it will be too awkward for me to reach it. Do I have other alternatives?

[Anonymous No.8384945]

>>8384890
Yeah, that won't work with just one piece of fabric, unless you want some serious wrinkling going on. If you want a search term, try "neck corset".

https://www.pinterest.com/dramababychic/neck-corset/

[Anonymous No.8384976]

What kind of jacket is Will Zeppeli's? (pic)
Not into crafty skills so I'd rather just buy something really close and alter/add for the proper effect.

Or, got any suggestions for alternatives that would work just as well?

[Anonymous No.8384978]

>>8384895
>>8384927
>>8384945
I figured one piece wouldn't work but I wanted to believe. Thanks for the advice, I'll figure something out

[Anonymous No.8385494]

Any Sidonia friends in the house? I'm trying to pick materials for Kobayashi's uniform. I'm definitely not going the pleather route, so right now I'm deciding between uniform twill and thick scuba knit. Scuba knit would be nice and sci-fi to the touch, but I think twill would hold the shape of her coat better.

[Anonymous No.8385706]

>>8378513
Ooh I just made a costume that had a single pauldron. What I did was I put two D-rings on the front and back near the top edges and attached a strap that went from my shoulder across my chest to under my armpit on the other side. That way you can hide the strap under your tunic. Magnets or velcro also work if it still slides down. Just put one on the inside of the armor and sew one to your sleeve!

[Anonymous No.8385760]

>>8383564
Do one thin coat on all sides, should be dry in time for the con. In my experience, mod podge dries fast - a prop like that could get two coats in four days.

Are you somewhere really hot and humid right now? If you are, keep the prop indoors and away from humidity as the clear coat is drying.

And if you plan on doing more props in the future, invest in some spray clear coat (I think mine is also Krylon). It's great.

[Anonymous No.8385917]

this is driving me nuts. I feel like a few years ago there was a print with gummy bears on it, but I can't for the life of me remember what it was. I don't think it was brand, might have been taobao or bodyline???

[Anonymous No.8385923]

does anyone know the max bust size for wonder cookie JSK? lolibrary says 88cm but doesn't give a max. I saw someone on LM say it was 94 cm once

[Anonymous No.8385943]

I'm making a yarn tail for a Holo cosplay. Is there any possible way to make ears out of yarn? I would like the ears and the tail to match. I can't seem to find any yarn/fur that really matches her color, dose yarn/fur hold acrylic paint very well if I watered it down and brushed it through with a tooth brush or something?

[Anonymous No.8385988]

>>8383645
Use a facing, trim the seam allowance, and clip the curves. Then press the hell out of it, using a blunted pointy object (i.e. knitting needle) to push out the curves as you press.

[Anonymous No.8385993]

Are there any ways to make an angel halo but without the really obvious wire supports from the headband to the halo?

[Anonymous No.8386040]

>>8382838
>>8382818
I'd suggest instead making it usable with a thin plastic bowl or something, so you can actually use them as pockets

>>8383366
Sounds like it didn't cure properly. Not even a matte coat will help you, you're just kinda screwed.

>>8383944
Jaundice

>>8380763
>>8379452
>>8382076
>>8378998
Best way would be a mailing tube, primed and painted. The flexible bit is hard, but I'd suggest making it immobile and sculpting it from discs of foam or something.

If you're looking for a commission, I can do it for you. What con is this for?

[Anonymous No.8386061]

Just wondering if anyone has had any experience with dying velvet/velveteen fabric in the past?

I've yet to order the fabric, but all the information I have is:
100% polyester, Velveteen Fabric, Thermal Bonded.

Pic related.
I'm thinking of buying the blue fabric, and dying it darker, and just wanted some input before putting in an order.

[Anonymous No.8386148]

>>8386061
As long as you get the proper dye meant for polyester fabric, I don't see why not. Make sure you wash the fabric well first to get all of the chemicals off and do test strips.

[Anonymous No.8386157]

fucking these shoes, how to make without bending feet in half.
I was thinking board on shoe sole

[Anonymous No.8386176]

>>8386157
they're basically tengu geta which are two pieces of wood so combine that with a shoe and tada

[Anonymous No.8386188]

Anyone have experience with prop food? I would like to make fake pancakes and have it last a day at a con.

[Anonymous No.8386378]

>>8386188
It's all about painting. Use resin for the syrup, make the cakes from foam to look realistic. But again, all about paint

>>8386157
Literally just Wood plank on a shoe. It's more stable than you think, but still a pain to walk in.

[Anonymous No.8386382]

>>8386378
if you do this, seal the foam before painting or coating with resin or it will dissolve

[Anonymous No.8386702]

Never sewed before in my life. One of my noob cosplays involves a huge ribbon wrapped around the body.

I'm thinking of going to somewhere like Michael's or Joann's and just getting a huge batch of unadorned 100% cotton utility fabric (not too far removed from bed sheets) and somehow turning it into something wearable and yet not obviously fucking bed sheets.

http://www.joann.com/pellon-sf101-shape-flex-white-20in-x-10yd-bolt/13188750.html

I'm thinking something like this but before I go and order this stuff I'm going to walk into a physical location and ask the fabric experts there directly.

[Anonymous No.8386753]

>>8386188
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPQrNkOgttQ

[Anonymous No.8386773]

>>8386702
What's the cosplay? It sounds like you want to get muslin cloth. Actual fabric in the Utility Fabrics section at Jo-Ann is more like burlap and rip-stop nylon and nothing you really want to use as apparel.

>fabric experts
If you're thinking of the employees at Jo-Ann, they're not required to know any bit of sewing or fabrics to get the minimum wage job. Chances are, they don't know any better than you do other than to encourage you to buy more than you need.

[Anonymous No.8386799]

>>8386773
>What's the cosplay?
This but with more fabric to be more worksafe or PG-13 because I don't want to get arrested for indecent exposure.

[Anonymous No.8386816]

>>8386799
if you're worried about indecent exposure, wear a blue zentai/morphsuit. That way if the sash falls it's no big deal.

For the sash, try to reinforce it with wire so you can get that look. But she's laying down in the picture, do you have something with the character standing?

[Anonymous No.8386819]

>>8386816
I was planning on wearing a fundoshi.
>she's laying down
He. But you know how it is with anime and gender-variance.

Also, that character floats around but due to the practical realities of cosplay I'm going to need to wear shoes so for creative improvisation/interpretation I'm thinking of wearing geta.

[Anonymous No.8386821]

>>8386819
>>8386816
So pictures of him standing are hard to come by. Tried my best.

[Anonymous No.8386934]

Do you think it's possible to make a screen for a monitor head cosplay that actually works when worn? Kind of like Daft Punk helmets, but bigger. I know absolutely nothing of electronics so I don't know if this would even be possible on a bigger scale.

[Anonymous No.8386947]

>>8386934
if the screen is flat can't you just use a tablet/ipad?

[Anonymous No.8387343]

i'm doing a guy cosplay for the first time and i'm not to sure what to do about eye makeup?
i look bad without eye makeup so im trying to figure out some sorta look that'll still make me look good without looking to girly

any suggestions? i don't want to post my face but for reference i have a more feminine/androgynous and the character im cosplaying has a more rough, edgy look to him

[Anonymous No.8387347]

>>8386799
Is this....Tampering!?

[Anonymous No.8387361]

>>8384263
that girl from mekaku city actors, what's her name... ayano?

[Anonymous No.8387378]

>>8387343
What's the character? Also did you try the make up thread first?

[Arson !/okBURNjQs No.8387420]

What material do you guys think the skirt/top is made of?
I know it's made of cloth, but I don't know what type

[Anonymous No.8387432]

>>8386947
It's for a 17" screen, I don't own any type of tabet unfortunately.

[Anonymous No.8387449]

>>8386799
I just bought a bunch of nice white cotton to make the body ribbon. I've never done anything like this but it looked like something fairly simple and a good noob seamstress project.

How do I turn this into something beautiful and not waste all this beautiful cotton?

[Anonymous No.8387450]

>>8387420
Probably the same material as sailor uniforms/school uniforms.
>You must cosplay as the trappy ship.

[Anonymous No.8387451]

>>8387450
So I should stick with relatively high-quality,thick fabric then? Sorry for the trip, I forgot that my bf had it on.

[Anonymous No.8387452]

>>8387449
Apologies for the huge unoptimized pic but I'm posting from an iPad.

[Anonymous No.8387459]

>>8387449
iron it on low heat to get all the creases out, obviously. With something that thin, you're going to have be ironing it a lot.

[Anonymous No.8387460]

>>8387451
Depends on what con(s) you are going to. Most uniforms are poly/cotton so I say get some good fabrics but nothing too expensive. I hope this helps.

[Anonymous No.8387462]

>>8387460
Thanks!

[Anonymous No.8387532]

does anyone know any female characters hat wear masks that cover their mouth/chin area? i have a big chin and i love cosplaying, but all of my pics always look like shit bc of my it. the rest of my face is fine. just something like a bandana tied around their face is cool too.
thanks!

[Anonymous No.8387548]

>>8387532
You could always cosplay some Mortal Kombat girls

[Anonymous No.8387559]

>>8387532
A hunter from Bloodborne

[Anonymous No.8387570]

>>8387532
>Mortal Kombat
>Super hero girls
>Sango from Inuyasha
>http://www.animecharactersdatabase.com/jp/character.php?id=61461

[Anonymous No.8388065]

What should I do for all of the tiny scallops on her skirt? I don't think I could do all of those by hand lmao.

[Anonymous No.8388110]

>>8388065
I would just try to find a trim that matches and edge it. Something like pic could look good.

[Anonymous No.8388146]

>>8388110
Ooo that's a good idea, thank you!

[Anonymous No.8388187]

Anyone know how to fill air bubbles in eva foam?

[Anonymous No.8388199]

What do I put on the 'reason' for requesting time off work for a con without letting them know I'm a fucking loser?

I also don't want them to think it's a petty reason to take off work since it's already paid for and planned before I got the job.

[Anonymous No.8388217]

>>8388199
Going out of town for a wedding of -insert relative here-

[Anonymous No.8388229]

>>8388065

Some machines have embroidery stitches that make little shallow scallops like this, if that's an option on yours you could run that around the hems and then trim the excess. >>8388110 is easier though

[Anonymous No.8388577]

>>8388199
My reason was always, "Because I'm using Vacation Days."

[Anonymous No.8388624]

I got some "wedding satin" from Joann. I have never used satin anymore but I liked the crispness and slight pearly sheen. I'm making Shiny Chariot's top out of it, and making the tit cups separate pieces from the bottom half of the garment. So there are going to be some curves. With satin, how fucked am I?

[Anonymous No.8388665]

Hi. I want to make a Homura Akemi genderbend because i'm a male. Something like this dude. What /cgl/ thinks? Homura Akemi genderbend is a good idea?

[Anonymous No.8388951]

>>8388199
Just ask for Unpaid Leave Request. If it's not a funeral or sickness, there's no reason to put down exactly what it is.

[Anonymous No.8388968]

Can anyone tell me if this type of collar has a name? And if possible, any tips as to how to get it ruffly but still stiff enough to stand on its own? Thanks!

[Anonymous No.8388982]

>>8386799
Anon, what series is this from? Because uh blue people with horns is relevant to my interests.

Self-sage for being a creeper.

[Anonymous No.8388996]

Has anyone bought a wig from cn-mall before? Their rating is good but I'm not sure about them yet.

[Anonymous No.8389007]

>>8388624
You'll be fine just go slow and use a sharp needle. Also notch the seam to get it to lay flatter. Satin has some slight stretch so the cup seam should curve nicely if you notch. JoAnn's shit polyester satin is a no biggie to mess up now if it was a $50 a yard duchess satin then maybe be more worried.

[Anonymous No.8389563]

>>8388982
Momotarou Densetsu
http://g.e-hentai.org/s/3cc0535b09/639114-14
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxfszNc4NB4

[Anonymous No.8389626]

First time cosplayer here !!

What is the consensus on wearing the same cosplay 2 days in a row?

I'm honestly hygienic and don't sweat anyway, I'd make sure everything was clean and whatever but will people judge regardless?

For what it's worth i'm going as a splicer from bioshock

[Anonymous No.8389633]

>>8389626
>don't sweat anyway

You will, so shower please! You can wear the same costume for two days, but change all undergarments, and a quick hand wash of your costume before you sleep, and leaving it to dry overnight isn't a bad idea.

[Anonymous No.8389649]

>>8389633
Thanks for the reply anon, I had planned on doing all that stuff already.

I was mainly curious on what other cosplayers and con-attendees would think if they saw me on both days, or how people that do this are generally viewed

I'm still trying to figure out what's okay and what isn't in the cosplay world

[Anonymous No.8389760]

I'd like to cosplay pic related buy my budget is pretty tight and I can't sew.
Will I make it?
It's also the first time I cosplay.

[Anonymous No.8389826]

>>8389760
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.33.NsmLfF&id=19828413997&ns=1&abbucket=7#detail
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.76.qrEzk7&id=17455935217&ns=1&abbucket=7#detail
HAVE FUN

[Anonymous No.8389861]

>>8389760
Yeah it's also on bodyline for like $30?? Plenty of prestyled Sakuya wigs on ebay for like $20

[Anonymous No.8389889]

>>8389826
>>8389861
Thank you!

[Anonymous No.8390163]

>>8388665
>Genderbend Homura
My nigga. I'm working on a Kyoko genderbend right now.

I say go for it, the world needs more (good) PMMM genderbends.

[Anonymous No.8390302]

where does everyone from artist alley get their acrylic charm/keychains made? going for not pricey but good quality

[Anonymous No.8390337]

I'm looking for a wig for Olivier Armstrong, but I'm having hard time deciding what kind of wig would suit the character the best.
She seems to wear the other side of her hair behind her ear (?) and I'm wondering how to do that without making it look awful..

[Anonymous No.8390387]

>>8390163
Thanks, dude! I honestly do well or cosplay or do not, so basically I'll do well, but the only think that worries me is the makeup in my face to leave it perfect

[Anonymous No.8390436]

I've been trying to google an answer to my question but I might not be using the right search words, so I'll ask you guys..
Basically, I have a small prop that I made in super sculpey. It has already been baked. But I'm not happy with it, it's pretty bumpy.. I'm sanding it in an attempt to smooth it out, but is it possible to use something to fill in small dents on it?

[Anonymous No.8390448]

Any idea of where to even being looking for lenses that look like this? I tried searching "cross/star lenses" but most have the iris in white and the shape in black, and I need the opposite.

[Anonymous No.8390462]

I'm a short, slightly large chested, kinda chubby girl (not really chubby but since I'm pretty short everything sorta gets squished together and I appear a bit chubby) who wants to cosplay pic related, and I really don't want to do a genderbend.
Should I just give up on this cosplay dream?

[Anonymous No.8390473]

Doing a Medusa coslpay from Soul Eater, but I'm not sure about the pants. In some pictures they appear poofy at the bottom while they appear flat in other scenes like pic related (doesn't show super good but hope you can tell what I mean)
My question is, which one should I go with? What would look best in real life?
Also, while we're on it, anyone has any ideas for the middle part of her hair? Its not a braid but I'm not sure how to make it spin around itself like that and remain its shape

[Anonymous No.8390475]

>>8390462

Just make sure to put the belt lower on your hips than your natural waist and bind, and I think it'll be fine. He's got pretty baggy clothes so I don't see that as a problem.

[Anonymous No.8390485]

>>8390337

Just get a straight lacefront, curl the ends a little. Part it on the side and pull a lot of hair forward, follow any of the "anime bangs" tutorials on youtube. Get used to seeing with one eye at a time.

You've reminded me of my intense adoration for her and now I kinda wanna do this too.

[Anonymous No.8390488]

>>8390436
Answering my own question, apparently super sculpey can be baked several times so I can fill out the gaps in the original sculpt by adding more super sculpey.

[Anonymous No.8390510]

pretty much set except i am stuck with which wig to get.

as shown, theres different colors at times.
my complexion is sort of olivey/warm if that makes anything different.
thanks in advance.

[Anonymous No.8390540]

>>8390473
the left
for patterns, trying looking up something like "harem pants"

you could do what this person did.
a clear elastic at the top and bottom after twisting, i think is what they did.

[Anonymous No.8390549]

>>8382821
the foam you put on doors or corners of tables?
ive always seen lots of them on ebay.

[Anonymous No.8390562]

>>8390510
Looks ash blonde.

[Anonymous No.8390563]

>>8390462
Plz don't. Murdoc might be shorter than 2D but he's lanky as hell, even if he is out of shape. You'll only embarrass yourself.

[Slutcliff !!oApGYJz0ghp No.8390573]

>>8384976
It looks like an unbuttoned tailcoat?

[Anonymous No.8390588]

>>8384263
If you cant decide or don't want it anymore, what are your measurements and I might buy it off of you if youd like?
>>8378499
Ive heard floral spray paint stays well for quite a while.

[Anonymous No.8390606]

>>8390562
it sometimes seems more greyer like 3 sometimes so maybe a look in between ashy blond and grey? im not sure what to do.

do you have any suggestions for where i should get it?

[Slutcliff !!oApGYJz0ghp No.8390622]

>>8378538
I always use rigid collodion and spirit gum the stitches on top. It doesn't look sewn on exactly, but it's always gotten a good response.

[Anonymous No.8390633]

>>8390549
Jackpot! Thanks anon!

[Anonymous No.8390856]

>>8390448
There might be sclera lenses with the same type of pattern, but because the pupil is white you would not see anything while wearing them.

[Anonymous No.8390928]

What would be a good way to do her tailcoat/dress? Are there any tailcoat patterns out there to work with or would it just be best to modify a normal jacket pattern?

[Anonymous No.8390995]

What should I use as a base for the props in pic related?

[Anonymous No.8390997]

>>8389563
Thanks!

[Anonymous No.8391262]

>>8389007
Thank you! I don't remember my satin having any stretch but I'll notch it and see how it goes. It indeed wasn't too pricey, definitely not shit-tier either though, so if it fails I can go with good ol stretch cotton sateen.

[Anonymous No.8391287]

>>8390302
Better to go ask the AA thread this. I think they have a google docs with a list of where they get their stuff.

[Anonymous No.8391557]

Okay~ so my friend made me a pendant that opens with polymer clay. But she says that its very fragile and said that it could call apart. Is there anything I can use to make a screwplate sit/stay in polymer clay? She wasn't sure of anything.. If needed I can take a picture of it. Its a simple hinge plate w/ four screws.

[Anonymous No.8391594]

>>8391262
Satin and sateen are weaves with some slight stretch not like a knit, but more then a plain weave. It comes from satin having warp floats over weft threads. Same for sateen, but with weft floats over warp. My degree is in fashion so I'm a textile nerd. Nice quality satin is great I'm always sad it gets a bad rep because of the shit polyester stuff. I still interface satin with a weft fusible interface just to give some extra oomph.

[Anonymous No.8391642]

>>8391594
Is there any specific interfacing/fusible that you'd recommend for bonding to satin? Like a product name or code would be great.

[Anonymous No.8391711]

Any tips for making a good Splatoon eye mask? I'd rather use makeup than an actual mask, since it's supposed to be a natural coloration around their eyes. I just don't know a whole lot about makeup so I wanted to ask what would be good to use for this much solid coverage that would last the day.

[Anonymous No.8391728]

What lolita brands take Paypal?

...and should I bother trying to make a cosplay of Girl Genius, or has nobody read it?

>be gentle, I'm an idiot

[Anonymous No.8391783]

>>8391642
Just plain fusible weft interfacing you can get it at JoAnn's. I use it for everything including leather. Great stuff

[Anonymous No.8391826]

Anyone got suggestions for characters who cover their lower jaw? Fine with full masks as well.

[Anonymous No.8391837]

>>8391728
go to the lolita general.
Lolita isnt cosplay
baby, the starts shine bright accepts paypal

[Anonymous No.8391839]

>>8391711
1) Use an eyeshadow primer like Urban Decay Primer Potion (You can google some cheap alternatives if you don't feel like spending that much)

2) Use the Nyx jumbo eye pencil in black bean as your base ( http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-6-jumbo-eye-pencil.aspx )

3) Finally, set it with a black matte eyeshadow on top. ( http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-230-hot-singles-eye-shadow.aspx in raven black)

I've used similar things with just my eyeshadow (UDPP, Nyx MILK + shadow on top) and have never had an issue with it smudging or fading throughout an entire day. I'd imagine with the same products you can do your whole eye area.

[Anonymous No.8391840]

>>8391711
What about a combination of a latex mask and make up? Otherwise I would just use facepaint.

[Slutcliff !!oApGYJz0ghp No.8391847]

>>8391826

[Anonymous No.8391865]

>>8391837

Thank you, sorry for poor posting etiquette. Much appreciate the help!

[Anonymous No.8391869]

>>8391847

Yaaaaas. Am same anon, keking hard. Tempted to go for it.

[Anonymous No.8391897]

is cosplayshopper a good site for cosplays? there's a ton of good reviews and it even has it's own store in NY but I'm still unsure with buying things online. I can't make my own cosplay because - no sewing experience and this may be the only convention I will ever go to so it would be useless to invest in a sewing machine, sewing classes, and fabric.

Or are there any good sites to buy cosplays from? thanks in advance.

[Anonymous No.8391908]

Can anyone provide me with a decent cosplay idea that would be like I'm not even cosplaying? Most anime characters stand out too much since America doesn't typically have uniforms.

Something like pic related where you could have no idea she was even dressing up and I visit the image and it turns out she's Meg, the girl from Hercules.

[Anonymous No.8391924]

>>8391908
>she's Meg, the girl from Hercules.

No, she's not.

[Anonymous No.8391937]

>>8391924
That's kinda what I thought at first too, but thinking about it, it's kinda hard to really capture Meg. Yeah, a fancier dress, some actual hair stuff being done, and stuff like that would make it a proper cosplay instead of putting it on her blog as some cheap knockoff closet cosplay thing, but it feels like half of Meg's costume in particular is in the face. A nice dress and a bunch of hair ornaments still doesn't really remind you much of the character, unlike someone with recognizable uncommon features like Rapunzel's hair, Snow White's particular dress, Cinderella's ensemble, Alice's Dress, etc.

[Anonymous No.8391950]

>>8391908

just look at the disneybound blog or make your own ""x inspired"" outfits on polyvore or something

[Anonymous No.8392021]

>>8391839
Awesome, thanks a ton.

>>8391840
I thought about latex, but I don't want it to be too heavy or raised.

[Anonymous No.8392432]

What's your favorite place to buy wigs /cgl/?

[Anonymous No.8392447]

>>8391826

[Anonymous No.8392455]

>>8391908
Why would you wanna cosplay if nearly nobody can tell you're doing it?
Also, there are tons of anime characters that wear casual clothing
Mayuri from steins gate and Chiyuki from death parade are some that I can think of on the spot
Or do some of pic related
Or something like Yuno Gasai in her casual clothes

[Anonymous No.8392462]

>>8390563
I figured as much.

[Anonymous No.8392464]

>>8382086
That looks kinda easy to make yourself. Is it really hard enough to make to justify spending $500-$1000 ?

[Anonymous No.8392952]

>>8391908
Suggestions to take a dress like that to better Disneybounding instead of "I put on a purple dress and purple eyeshadow":
>wear a dark purple headband
>incorporate the dark purple on the original dress into a belt or waist sash
>add large chunky gold jewellery to reference the gold details on Meg's dress

What event/occasion are you attending that you don't want to look like you're cosplaying? Conventions are cosplay hotspots, even in the US. If you're just going to a casual event (theme park, teahouse, comic book store) and you want recommendations for casual cosplay, make a post in the suggestions thread and ask specifically for casual/streetwear cosplay. IMO though, trying to come up with a translated version of an outfit is easier if it's a character you've personally picked out from media you're familiar with. If you come back to the thread with two or three characters for whom you'd want to simplify the costumes down, you'll probably get better answers.

And anime characters have casual clothing, too (pic related, though I'm not familiar with NGE so I don't know about her accuracy).

[Anonymous No.8392972]

>>8391728
People cosplay Girl Genius.
>https://www.google.com/search?q=girl+genius+cosplay&tbm=isch
If you're ever unsure about how popular your desired source material is, search for it with "cosplay" in Google Images.

>>8391557
If it falls apart, you'll probably be able to glue it back together with superglue or E6000. It does require you to be constantly vigilant whenever you're wearing it, though, to hold on to the pieces so they don't get lost.

>>8390995
Squishy furniture that you can carve down into shape, cover (with model magic? resin? not familiar with this; there are probably results for "furniture foam prop tutorial") or expanding foam (in the spray cans) on a cardboard that also gets carved down into shape. Though since I'm a cheap bastard, I'd probably consider build the backpack portion out of cut cardboard panels, seal it with lots of masking tape and hot glue, and build the details up with foamboard (like the foldout boards you'd use in a school science presentation).

[Anonymous No.8393031]

I've got quite a few questions. I'm thinking of making this design of Jolyne.

Do most people interpret Jolyne's pants as leggings/tight pants or loose pants? I thought that they were more of loose pants, but I've seen a lot of people use tight pants/leggings for cosplaying Jolyne. I'd like to go the loose pants route, but I'm thinking that it might be more difficult to do the cutouts on the side of the leg in pic related that way.

Also, what color wig should I use for the base of Jolyne's wig? I usually interpret hair with this kind of coloring as straight black hair, but the blue highlights in her hair seem to match the rest of her outfit/makeup. I was wondering if I should use a pure black wig, Arda's Dark Blue or Raven, or Epic's Midnight Blue. I also don't know how bright/dark of blues I should use for the fabric and lipstick.

[Anonymous No.8393073]

>>8393031
Sorry, I meant to add Epic's Blue Black Fusion as a color option as well.

[Anonymous No.8393107]

>>8377425
Err, could anybody provide a translation of this? The one that I found was rather confusing and Quantum Destiny's method isn't what I'm looking for with this cosplay.

http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2014/08/21-1/costume-maker-shows-off-amazing-one-piece-rebecca-cosplay

[Anonymous No.8393121]

>>8391711
Go get facepaint, apply it with a sponge, go in with a brush to make the edges even. Apply a setting spray. Wolfe FX, Diamond FX, Mehron, and Kryolan are all well pigmented reputable brands.

[Anonymous No.8393197]

Does anyone know what this ETC print is called? I tried some general search terms, and searching lolibrary with ETC and black as the only filters but couldn't find it

[Anonymous No.8393421]

>>8393107
I'm not sure what's happening in the later steps.
1. Make a base with cloth and turn it into a pattern. Since it's going to be hot-glued, use lion board. [That's only sold in Japan, but other materials should work]
2. Cut out the board slightly bigger than the pattern and trim it until it's the right size. Since it's going to be covered by foam, it should be smaller than you want. Put it on your body to check.
3. Cut out polyurethane foam slightly bigger than the board.
4. Hot glue the foam to the board evenly, at the edges. Try to get a round shape.
5. Pin 2 way stretch fabric to each boob one at a time, then pull back and hot glue the fabric at the thick parts [?]. Do it all at once while considering the pins. I was worried about the strength of my fabric.
6. Make a strap. Attach the hooks to another piece of fabric, then sew into tubes. [Like this, http://www.tezukuritown.com/lesson/sew/basic/s_fukuro.html]. Put in 2mm foam underneath the hooks and use a zigzag stitch to secure.
7. Cut off extra fabric where you glued, then glue together the boobs and reinforce the part where they join. I usually only use one piece of fabric, but because I used thin fabric this time, I sewed another piece of fabric on the underside.
8. Put synthetic leather through the neck strap. Attach the chest strap you made earlier.
9. Attach a fastener to the neck strap and you're done.

[Anonymous No.8393656]

Since there isn't a wig thread or anything right now and the archive isn't helping much, does anyone know what other wig stores, if any, have cap sizes similar to Arda?
I've got insanely long hair and it's just so much easier to fit under their wigs without taking hours and hours of prep or it looking horribly unnatural. I'd love to have some more options though

[Anonymous No.8393664]

>>8393107
these fake boob pads are so horrible. can we please stop with it. please.

the boobs are not really necessary.

[Anonymous No.8393706]

Does anyone have any suggestions for a base wig for this guy?

[Anonymous No.8393730]

>>8393706
Arda's Hansel, Arda's Cady or Marty (might be slightly too short), Five Wits's Sky Destiny Clown Shoes?

[Anonymous No.8393733]

>>8393421
Maybe I'm fucking stupid, because I still don't quite understand. Would I have to cover each boob with the fabric, attach them together, then cover that with fabric too so the chest looks smooth?

>>8393664
Could you elaborate? I don't really see anything wrong with them, other than looking a little unnatural. Plus, my boobs are tiny (seriously) and I'd rather look ridiculous because I have fake boobs than look ridiculous because I'm a near-flat-chested person cosplaying a really busty character.

[Anonymous No.8393753]

>>8393733
they just look really dumb and i'd be more inclined to call someone a bad cosplayer for them than just using inserts. there are plenty of places you can just get inserts(even drag inserts) and push your real cleavage up over the bra/shirt to make them look natural. a lot of people put a lot of work to help translate costumes into real life and this is just a lazy way to make yourself look stupid.

[Anonymous No.8393760]

Has anyone used powdered RIT dye? If so, what are your experiences? I've never dyed fabric before but I'm really afraid of staining a non stainless steel sink or bathtub with it since I'll be using the black and purple dyes to for Homura's white blazer collar and skirt. If the dark dyes stain them, how badly do they stain them?

[Anonymous No.8393777]

>>8393753
Inserts won't do shit for any costume that needs underboob. And yes, those look bad right now, but they can be painted/dyed to match your skin tone and look much better, and you won't have to worry about nipslips.

[Anonymous No.8393781]

>>8393760
Don't use a sink or bathtub at all. Use a large stainless steel pot or bowl. If that isn't large enough, buy a large thick plastic tote and fill that with your dye.
But before you dye anything at all, do test swatches!

[Anonymous No.8393783]

What fabrics do you think I should use for the top and the weird skirt thing? A sports jacket seems like it would be some sort of nylon blend but I'm not sure how well you can interface that sort of thing.

The skirt looks sort of like a bunch of chiffon layered underneath a piece of fabric but up close sometimes it looks like satin? idfk what i'm looking at here.

[Anonymous No.8393790]

>>8393760
Washing machine if you're too lazy to stir the pot for the whole duration for however long you're dying it.

If it stains the machine afterwards a little bleach clears it right up. in my experience i've gotten the most even dyes that way but you have to make sure it doesn't tangle up on itself.

[Anonymous No.8393820]

>>8393753

Like >>8393777 said, my costume isn't one where I can just use a lot of inserts. I considered getting the breastplates that drag queens use, but they're way out of my price range.

[Anonymous No.8393825]

>>8393820
you can buy them cheap on chinese sites though or ebay. i got a breast plate for only $50 that i can put makeup on.

>thinks you can't fake underboob

god you people are retards sometimes.

[Anonymous No.8393906]

Any good wig recommendations for a Minami Kotori cosplay?

[Anonymous No.8393943]

>>8393733
You cover them with one layer of fabric, but can add more for reinforcing. You make sure it looks smooth when you're pinning it. It's probably easier to glue the fabric to the boobs before attaching the boobs to each other.

[Anonymous No.8393944]

>>8393781
Ok. Where do you suggest I dump the mixture after using a bucket?

>>8393790
I wish I could use the washing machine but it's been acting up.

[Anonymous No.8394210]

so for this i need my skirt to stick out a lot, but i'm worried the roses will weigh everything down. i was planning on sewing them to my petti, will that work alright or is there a better option?

[Anonymous No.8394292]

>>8394210

Why not go straight for a crinoline/cage skirt? They don't deflate no matter how heavy the skirt.

You do still need a "petticoat" between the crinoline and your actual skirt because the crinoline frame tends to show up as bumps in the skirt, but just a few limp layers of tulle or even heavy cotton ought to take care of that, and you can sew the roses to the "petticoat".

[Anonymous No.8394383]

>>8392972

I figured since she filled the box full of bubble wrap D:. Thanks though!

[Anonymous No.8394386]

I'm looking for lace like this. It's all embroidered, I believe. Long story short, I'm modifying a bodyline jsk and I need something similar to replace it with. Is there a name for it? Or a good place to buy lace? Thanks

[Anonymous No.8394430]

>>8394386
What JSK is it?

[Anonymous No.8394451]

>>8394383
All I could find.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/203102631/white-flower-embroidery-lace-trim-bridal?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=lace%20trim%20rose&ref=sr_gallery_14

https://www.etsy.com/listing/218425167/1-yard-1-inch-ivory-rose-venise-lace?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=lace%20trim%20rose&ref=sr_gallery_3

https://www.etsy.com/listing/231806331/baroque-rose-lace-trim?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=lace%20trim%20rose&ref=sr_gallery_32

https://www.etsy.com/listing/212248289/retro-lace-trim-lace-fabric-rose?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=lace%20trim%20rose&ref=sr_gallery_22

[Anonymous No.8394459]

>>8389633
This except for the hand washing. You can try to air it out and hang it up.

And please IRON YOUR COSPLAY if you can.

[Anonymous No.8394469]

>>8393107

[Anonymous No.8394472]

How do I get my boobs to life in an open V neck top for cosplay? I know I have to tape my boobs to the side so there is no nip slip but I'm not sure how to make them look perky.

[Anonymous No.8394485]

has anyone here had experience with the ebay/taobao seller ascos/ascosing?

How fast are their replies and shipping?

[Anonymous No.8394491]

Bumping this for lazy summerfags

[Anonymous No.8394499]

>>8394485
Not sure about replies but I heard they have REALLY good quality cosplay clothing.

[Anonymous No.8394509]

>>8394499
I ordered a cosplay from them on may 29th, and I even told them it was a rush order and that i needed it by june 30th
do you think they can get it in time??

[Anonymous No.8394511]

I'm looking to cosplay this dude and I'm looking for advice on where to start on his pipe. The bowl resembles some sort of garden planter but I don't have the words to put a name to the style of it.

Also I would be grateful if anyone could point me in the direction of a good quality wig for him, as I know there are a TON of shit quality long silver wigs.

[Anonymous No.8394527]

>>8394509
Ordered from where? Taobao or Ebay? Also did you use a SS or a FS?

[Anonymous No.8394532]

>>8394527
Ebay, they didnt have the listing I wanted in their taobao shop for some reason.
I didn't use an SS seeing it was ebay. Shipping was $40 and they said they use "express shipping," so am i safe in assuming that they mean EMS?

[Anonymous No.8394548]

Stupid question, but I've never done a character with long hair before but want to cosplay pic related, and am not sure whether to do a ponytail clip or just pull the hair back? I'm leaning towards ponytail clip, just wanted to make sure.

I'm also at a loss for what to do with my boobs, given that It's Lara Croft and I'm only a 30A. I'd just stuff, but it looks like I'm going to have to go with a strapless bra or have the white tank top underneath be ones of those ones with a built in bra (she doesn't have visible bra straps but is wearing two tank tops I'm pretty sure, since the white one shows through once the blue one is ripped, and I'd like to do the endgame version). Should I just not worry about it?

Sorry for dumb, I always just cosplay boys due to flat chest

[Anonymous No.8394573]

>>8394292
that sounds like a way better idea, i'll go for that
thanks

[Anonymous No.8394577]

>>8394386
Embroidery border lace or border lace fabric.

Sewing/fabric stores should have a small section for these in different varieties.
If you're in the US, Walmart, Micheals or Hobby Lobby should also have them although the selection may be limited.

Of course, measure how much you'll need first since they'll cut it to the length you want.

[Anonymous No.8394619]

>>8394532
Message them about it and try to find their main page that list details about shipping. Don't assume that express shipping is EMS. It could be anything. Do you at least have a tracking number? (I hope you do.) I think it will make it by the 30th though anon unless your package gets lost in the mail.

If they didn't have the listing you wanted in their taobao shop just message them next time. I had the same issue with another Chinese seller who sold items on Yahoo Japan Auctions; they told me it was the same shop and they could make.

I never bought from them personally but I am going to attempt to buy a Dangan Ronpa cosplay in the future and give a review.

[Anonymous No.8394622]

>>8394548
Why not just stuff your bra anon or do something similar to this?

[Anonymous No.8394643]

>>8394619
haha too bad they arent replying for some reason. :^) They havent even shipped it yet because they said it would take some time to make.

Would it be faster or something to get an ss to message them via taobao?

[Anonymous No.8394720]

Need advice with mask making. (See Pic)

I want to make it by hand, and was told that clay paper would be a good place to start, but are there any tutorials / info pics about making mask?

Also, what could I use to replicate the fur (aside from real wolf fur)

[Anonymous No.8394901]

My sewingmachine is posessed, call the Winchesters.

This is the "under thread" (sry, English is not my mothertongue). What am I doing wrong? Why me? So stressed..

[Anonymous No.8394914]

>>8394901
Can be a lot of things. Troubleshoot each possibility on a regular, mediumweight woven fabric until you get the thread tension right and then go back to what you have in the photo (a thicker fabric?).

You don't have to go in this order.
>1) Is the top bobbin thread correctly threaded through all of its slots/twists/turns
>2) Is the bottom bobbin correctly loaded
>3) Check top thread tension
>4) Check bottom thread tension
>5) Try another bobbin
>6) Try another bobbin with good quality thread
>7) Is the needle dull/warped
>8) Replace the needle with one suited for the fabric at hand
>9) Open the sewing machine. Is there gunk build-up in the top compartment? In the bottom bobbin case?

[Anonymous No.8394932]

>>8394914
I think it's the fabric. It's really thick, with "glue-fabric" on the inside to make it even thicker, and it's duoble.

Everything else is threaded as it should be, but I can't open up the machine. The thing is old, probably full of gunk, but I don't know crap about machines, I should probably just take it for a spa-day (take it to the sewingmachine store for a cleanup)..

[Anonymous No.8395230]

I want some honest concrit on these boot covers. They're my first ones ever, and while I'm okay with how they turned out, I'm not entirely sure if I'm happy with them or if they look like complete shit.
They're for Casca from Berserk if that makes any difference.

[Anonymous No.8395235]

>>8394430
It's L329 in biege. I'm removing the yoke and replacing the bows.

>>8394577
Thanks anon!

[Anonymous No.8395276]

>>8395230
I'do do dirty things with you.

[Anonymous No.8395626]

>>8395230
I like them! How did you make them??

[Anonymous No.8395688]

>>8395626
I made a friend pin the fabric around my leg and foot while wearing the shoe, we traced where the pins were, and used the tracings as a pattern! It was crazy simple and the hardest part was making sure everything lined up correctly.
Side note, I changed some things and am much happier with the finished product

[Anonymous No.8395882]

>>8394720
Mask
>http://www.instructables.com/id/Princess-Mononoke-San-Mask/
Cloak
>http://www.instructables.com/id/Princess-Mononoke-Costume/step8/Fur-Cloak-and-Cape/
If you have a JoAnn fabric store nearby, I've found deep-pile white craft fur from there before (pile about 1.5-2").

In the future, you can Google "how to make [item]" if it's a basic piece or a popular cosplay, and you're bound to get some results.

[Anonymous No.8395924]

I know the thread is basically dying, but I should ask before theres a new one.

What sort of shirt is this dude wearing? Theres a specific name for this sort of thing, the kind with the strap around the neck, but Ive forgotten.

[Anonymous No.8396303]

>>8393906
What's your budget and what do you want? Arda/Taobao/ebay/epic/etc.

[Anonymous No.8396312]

>>8394643
Try using an SS to ask them. The didn't even give you an estimate on how long it would take to make it? I find that odd because any time I order a cosplay they told me how long it would take.

[Anonymous No.8396497]

>>8395924
It looks like a high collar vest (or a mandarin collar vest) over a long-sleeved shirt.

[Anonymous No.8396782]

>>8396303
I don't mind buying from Taobao or ebay, I'm looking for a good quality wig, thick and not shiny.

[Anonymous No.8396845]

What is a good brand of long wear body paint (prefer beeswax base) that will cover tattoos without tons of layers. Need it in white

[Anonymous No.8396904]

New thread
>>8396297
>>8396297
>>8396297

[Anonymous No.8397962]

>>8384263
You could do Taiga from the last scene of Toradora

[Anonymous No.8398653]

>>8384263
sell me it pls...

[Anonymous No.8399058]

I'm going to cosplay Ringo Oginome from MP and was wondering where I should buy the wig? Is the one from Lucaille any good? Pic related is the one I've been looking at.

[Anonymous No.8399064]

>>8399058
I was also looking at this one from epic cosplay but I'm not sure if the colors are right.
https://www.epiccosplay.com/aura-16-light-brown-straight-short-cosplay-wig.html
pic of Ringo as reference attached