Old thread full. Post your questions here.
>>8981596
Reposting my question;
I want to start making something out of worbla. I thought you just made the thing out of worbla and you're done (plus sanding and painting etc. ofcourse) but now I keep seeing people using two layers of worbla with foam between, which would triple the costs.
Is this really necessary? Or only with some parts? Could someone please explain?
>>8993731
It depends on what you're making and if you're willing to line the back with something else or not.
I usually use the double method for things that you more likely or not will see the back of, like belts, and other things that "stick off" of the body.
You can just fold over the edges (think of how people who sew cut slits into fabric to make harsh shapes easier) for things like armor for the most part though. Line the inside with something black (usually) like foam, or a comfortable fabric. People double up their worbla to make the piece look "finished", but you can do the same with lining. The only downside would be it might be harder for you to attach straps, so make sure the fold over covers wherever straps would go, if you're making something that requires them.
An Anon was asking in a previous thread about waterproof body paint for pic related. I said I ordered a black "henna" marker (not actually henna, but FDA approved alcohol based body paint as an alternative to toxic coloured henna) and was waiting for it to arrive to try it.
I just got it in the mail. It works perfectly. It's a tiny bit drippy (nothing too bad, it collects slowly) and the ink does get on the inside of the cap so I recommend wearing gloves when using it and making sure it doesn't drip on anything, but it's very dark and stays on even when touched or wet. (also using a stencil would probably help)
Here it is in action:
http://i.imgur.com/2DxnSoS.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/4z6YZKo.jpg
First pic is obviously running water on it to show it's waterproof, second is after getting it wet and rubbing a towel on it enough to make my skin pink and it was still on. I'm not sure if it'll fade or bleed in heavily chlorinated water.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181801186960
The black ones are currently out of stock, but the seller is really nice and if you message her she'll usually update stock or let you know when she'll have more.
I haven't tried the other colours yet (I wish there were more), but it's probably a good cheap (albeit not perfect) alternative to bodypaint for small-medium solid-shade tattoos that aren't too intricately detailed.
(sorry for the shill, but I'm hoping that Anon is still around and this might be useful to others anyway)
Heya gulls can I get some fabric suggestions for Kida please?
I'm cosplaying Hanayo soon, with the sunny day outfit, but the thing is I don't know how the hell am I going to do the tights. What do you recommend? I'll let you know though; I can't order them online or custom made, I'm talking about doing it myself somehow.
>>8993801
Make your own tights with knit fabric and look up knit applique for the diamonds. You'll have a seam but you can put it in the back. Sew them to flesh colored tights to help them stay up
I'm looking to cut the hands and head off a morphsuit to attach a hood. How would I go about cutting it, and what material would I be looking for to stitch on?
>>8993933
Whatever material you use must have stretch, so aside from that it depends on what you're making. Also, the thread doesn't matter as much as the stitch you use. You gotta use a stretch stitch as well.
>>8993946
Thank you! I think my sewing machine does have that setting, so after a couple
This is what I'd be going for. It's ridiculous Comic Book material, but what would be the closest analog?
>>8993704
Just asking for halp on choosing a tux for a white-tie event. See >>8992640
So far people have suggested option B.
>EXTRA QUESTION
Why does A have ribbing[?] stitching (is that what it's called?) rather than B?
>>8994001
Why would you need to cut anything off at all? Get a black suit and add the silver parts as armor.
>>8994067
jesus what is happening with that pederastic demon's face
My first time cosplaying for the first con I've ever gone to.
I haven't finished making the swords yet, but do I get a passing grade so far? Any tips?
>>8994139
The white parts of your mask (especially the top pieces) look kidn of bumpy. Everything else seems fine though. I think your mask is the wrong shade of blue but it could just be the lighting.
>>8994139
I think it looks great, far better than a lot of other first timers.
>>8994139
Looks up Adam Savage's video about covering wood swords with aluminum tape for a convincing metal finish
>>8994312
>>8994302
Thanks! Yeah, the mask looks kind of purple-ish in the picture for some reason. I'll admit the mask itself is a bit rough, I made it about 2 years ago out of plaster gauze just for fun, and I've been wanting to give it another shot by sculpting with clay and making a mold for fiberglass, but I won't have the time to work on it and go through the whole learning process for molding stuff.
>>8994322
I was actually thinking about doing that, but I made them out of mdf, so I'm worried the tape will bunch up from slight flexibility of the wood.
>>8994530
I didn't notice there was a new thread, whoops.
>>8994095
It's Michael Jackson.
I'm cosplaying Genos from OPM, I have gloves and a skintight undershirt but can't really think of a way to fasten my armor pieces to them. Any suggestions?
>>8994068
The thing is I designed the mask separately so that
A. It can fit over my glasses
B. I wanted to design it like a luchador mask>
Because of that, I can't use the whole thing as one solid base. That's an extra layer over my face and I want to avoid the "puffiness" of having the head tucked into the rest.
>>8994604
Velcro is your friend for stuff like that. Just put patches on your shirt--while you're wearing it--and then match em' to your armor as you need to.
I'm a bit new to fabrics and sewing. But can't remember the name of a specific type of fabric; From just looking it looks like a thicker cotton but it has some stretch to it.
I'm almost sure that this is a really fucking stupid question, and that i'm stupid for asking it.
>>8994604
Look into tutorials on Ed Elric's Automail or Bucky's arm.
>>8994604
I also have a friend doing Genos. I want to convince him to wear a wig, which style are you going for? Also, if you don't mind all the questions, what contacts?
>>8994659
Post pic? Lots of stretch? Stretches how many ways?
I'm doing SFV Ken.
I have a rashguard that is a perfect fit for my muscular frame. I will have no trouble styling the wig either.
The question is, how do I color the rashguard with those red lines of his? Do I use paint or what?
>>8994781
If you wanna paint them on, you gotta use fsbric paint and make sure the fabric paint you're using works for the material your garment is made of.
>>8994771
That's the problem, i don't have any pictures, i only had the fabric myself when i was eyeing it up in the store. But (if my memory serves me right) it wasn't super stretchy and i think it stretched more horizontally (i'm not even sure that makes sense)
>>8994768
Jett from arda is a bit long in the back but only needs minimum styling. Also they're spacious for people who have large domes.
>>8994802
Thanks
where would be the best place to get a well fitting zentai suit? preferably under $50.
>>8994659
Cotton sateen? It has a slight sheen to it...gorgeous fabric.
Not sure if this is a good enough pic. My Nagisa costume from Madoka came in, the hat ended up being the same color as the skirt (which is wrong it should be darker).
I have no experience with dying, sewing, or anything that takes talent.
My questions are if I left it as is how noticeable would it be that the hat is "off".
Also if I do decide to dye it, how would i go about doing it. It's kinda a meh material, and the last thing I'd want is to ruin it since I have a con in a month?
So I am growing my hair out for the first time for my Kylo Ren and I am curious on how I should go about this. I am washing it every day and such but I have no idea what the fuck I am doing. Pic related is my goal.
>>8995416
Get a wig.
>>8995335
Definitely an acrylic or other plastics based fleece. Best bet will be iPoly dye or any dye meant for polyesters. Definitely go for it there's a lot of tutorials covering how to do it and you'll only need one pack of dye
Hi I've just drawn up a design I'd like to create (I have a singer sewing machine),can I please get constructive criticism, tips and tricks and so on that you <3
>>8993704
Halp /cgl/
I want to make a 12th headress that I can dance in, so, it needs to not wobble around. Any suggestion?
Can someone link me to a pattern/show me a ms paint sketch of the kind of shape I should be drawing out to make the round but thin at the bottom/thick at the top part of Valentine's hat? Ignore the front flap as I'm attaching that as a separate piece. I don't know what's wrong with me right now but I just cannot get the shape figured out.
>>8995532
Build it over a hard hat. You can buy them cheaply at home improvement stores, they're a sturdy armature, and they adjust to fit your head size circumferentially rather than with chin-straps, so they're more comfortable when moving.
>>8995470
During an average day, that's probably true. But in costume, at a con, during warmer weather, sweat and humidity will make it look greasy and gross. the reason Driver looks okay in the movie is that he has an entire team of hair and makeup people constantly touching everything up.
Natural hair in con conditions will go flat and oily after a few hours. Wigs don't.
>>8995544
As the person who posted the question originally I should point out this con is happening in the middle of winter in australia so I think if I use my natural hair when I have the helmet off that I should be fine.
>>8995538
Look up builds on Mami Tomoe's hat
Best way to have tattered fabric? Making a tunic for my prince lorian cosplay and I need good ways to make the ends torn and worn. Sanding seems to just make holes.
>>8995585
Depending on the material, fray check, you could also burn the edge of the holes.
>>8995585
Muslin tears and frays easily and is extremely cheap.
>>8993773
Have a look at silk and silk blends. Her outfit is flowing and ethereal but also structured a bit at the top, so it would need lining or some kind of reinforcement there. Probably a low sheen or soft matte would work well
>>8995585
use a very fine grit sandpaper and just swipe one way lightly with it. Go very slowly and you should be able to tatter the ends without ripping it.
Plan on making a prop Gold Experience "back pack" from JJBA for AX.
Plan on making the base of midriff/torso piece off of my own body,but not sure how I should go about that.I could do the method of creating a duct tape body pattern and then trace it to eva foam,but it'll most likely lose the proper shape that way.
My other option is to do layers paper mache on my torso,which will probably keep the shape,but don't know how strong everything will be after I gesso/paint it.
>>8995706
Pic related. Essentially what I mean by a stand "Back pack" pretty much the same exact thing as far as having just the upper body of the stand and wearing it on my back as I cosplay Giorno Giovanna
Anyone know a commissioner that can make good bodysuits? In particular I need a superhero cosplay and want someone that would have really good experience with the materials for it.
>>8994768
I ordered a platinum derek for styling, and im going for the same version of Genos you just posted, black pants black laceless dress shoes and popped white collar shirt with the black arms. Considering applying LEDs at some point but not entirely sure yet.
>>8995539
Do this, build head with expanding gap sealing foam and sand into sphere, or if you can find a styrofoam sphere somewhere, hollow out the inside and build around it.
![Frodo_dg8[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/egZvQ4j.jpg "Frodo_dg8[1].jpg")
Any advice on sewing patterns or shopping keywords for a hobbit shirt like pictured? Particularly details like the small high collar and gathered cuffs
Anyone know where to buy a good gold lace that doesn't look like shiny shit?
>>8996223
Simplicity has a drapey shirt like that in its costume section.
I'm looking for an specific app to edite my cos selfies... But I don't know the name. I only know it haves stamps of circles and triangles.
Has anyone used artsmoo (moo being cow) to custom print tights here? I don't really feel like trying to handpaint the diamonds myself and want to know if it'd be possible to print them instead.
>>8996563
You know you can just buy the tights on taobao, right?
>>8996475
I'm pretty sure that's beautycam
Any ideas on how to go about making the "rocks" at the end of her robe thing?
>>8996662
I hate to say it but EVA foam with plastidip would work very well me thinks.
>>8996662
She hasn't even been released yet and you're already trying to cosplay her...
>>8996771
>implying this is a new thing
>implying it's a problem
>>8996788
>wondering how it would attach to the fabric
Fishing line.
What is the name of earring in pic related? I have tried chrome earring, mirror earring, and silver earring but I cannot find it.
>>8996223
Have you looked at alleycatscratch? They have a break down of most of the lotr costumes, including fabric and pattern suggestions and search terms.
>>8996771
Pretty sure she's out on the PBE. So....
Could I get an opinion? Or two? I want to cosplay surgeon shen from league, but I also think it'd be funny if I did like a mashup of Surgeon shen, and the Todd from scrubs (cutoff sleeves, flame dew rag, "doc" tattoo) with the oversized props from surgeon shen. Would people get the joke?
>>8997228
no. that sounds stupid.
What's a good lace front wig for a combed back hairstyle? I tried looking at Arda's Cady but it's too short while the others are too long and i feel like it'd be a waste to chop off so much of the hair. I've also tried epic wigs but their front lace is ugly. Any other suggestions? Thanks in advance!
>>8997409
Search through ebay and aliexpress. You might have to go with something more "platinum blonde"
What do you think the average IQ of this board is?
Obviously it doesn't matter much, but are lolitas and cosplayers smart? What do you think?
>>8997448
>What do you think?
I think that this is bait and unrelated to the thread.
>>8997333
I thought it was funny. How fucking dare anon for wanting to do something. Fuck off.
>>8997448
just like any broad range of people, there's varying IQ levels on this board.
some of us are college students, others are college grands, others are grad school grads. different seagulls have different jobs and skills.
asking how smart lolitas and cosplayers are is like asking how smart the population of nyc is. there's just too many people to say "all lolitas and cosplayers are smart/dumb", not to mention that "smart"/"dumb" is subjective.
>>8997409
Have you checked WigIsFashion?
I've been looking for wigs for Samus and wondering if this is too light? Opinions?
>>8998073
I think it looks good. It's a good color that won't clash with a lot of skintones.
Can I add sleeves to a costume that has none? I used to be overweight but didn't lose the gross lose upper arm skin.
The costume has lower arm armour. Could I even hide the wobble with nylon arm socks?
>>8997769
no. that sounds stupid.
>>8997423
I have tried both, still nothing. But thank you though for the suggestion! I'll try and keep looking. Hopefully there are new items being listed.
>>8997769
If you do it, do it good. Never ask /cgl/ about fun things because no one will give you a positive answer.
>>8997794
I have, no luck. Thanks though for the suggestion~
Two questions.
I need to make red tattoos for Jibril - No Game No Life, and then black face marks for Asriel - Undertale.
What product is recommended for either of these?
I've seen Jirils sold as temporary tattoos so i could do that for about 15$ but its one use only. Then there's the printable temporary tattoo paper which I'm unsure of how it works or if it can be red. And then there's body paint which I have no clue about.
>>8998337
In regards to the printable tattoo paper, if you have a colour printer you can make it whatever colour you want. It's literally just printing something on paper, which happens to have an extra layer that you can stick to your skin. It might take some practising to apply it right, though, so I'd order more than you need, and do some test runs (to figure out sizing and application). The designs you're talking about seem easy enough to print.
I want to cosplay this version of Sakura, but I am not sure what fabric / how to make the undershirt.
Anyone know a good site to buy somewhat cheap cosplays? Normally I'd make them but there's a con coming up this month and with my new job I don't have time to make one
>>8998782
what's the cosplay, price range and time frame?
>>8998337
Temp tattoos aren't a bad idea, like the other anon pointed out. As far as Asriel, just use a good brand of face paint like Mehron or Ben Nye. Make sure you get a good setting powder so you don't end up a streaky mess rubbing off on everything. You can use setting spray, but after application if any gets near your eyes it'll sting like crazy for a second or two.
Also get a good makeup remover. If this is for a con, don't be like all the home stuck shit heads and dye the hotel's white towels blue.
>>8998156
>>8997228
Absolutely. I think mash-ups are 8/10 really bad, but I'm more committed to the idea that if you can handle the heat, do whatever the fuck you want. Mash-ups aren't actually hurting anyone.
>>8998749
>what fabric
Whatever fabric you want, anon. Go to a fabric store and browse around for a color and weight you like.
>undershirt
It's just a high neck blouse with puff sleeves. There's commercial patterns for that.
>>8998585
Thanks, I think I will go for the printable paper then. I can get it where I work at a discount so even better, I'll make sure to get enough to mess with and test.
>>8998971
Thanks! I'll look for those brands and the setting powder.
I live like 5 minutes from the convention I'm going to so I won't be staying at the hotel. No worrys about ruining towels, I have some good makeup remover
Thermo plastic thread is gone so I'll post here hoping some of those anons are in this:
What do you use to heat up just small areas of the plastic? Like that little bump you want to smooth or indent. I have the hardest time smoothing this stuff out without making it worse somewhere else. I use the heat gun, it heats up bigger area and other parts are losing shape. Is there some kind of focused heating tool that isnt the size of a hair dryer that you use?
>>8998103
depends on what it is really. For shit I want to cover because of time restraints? Well, a battle worn stuff, might just have a makeshift bandage out of muslin. could use that to wrap it, tighter then usual. If its nice, pristine magical girl armor or somthing, adding sleeves isnt that tough, though stretchable fabrics can be a pain to sew the first time.
>>8999033
I'm not sure if it'll work for you but what i do is heat up a metal sculpting tool with the heat gun and use the heat from there to add details/smooth surfaces. It's super time-consuming though. I hope this helps!
>>8999033
What kind of thermoplastic are you using?
>>8998749
Pick a gabardine or matte satin for the pink dress and shirting for the white blouse.
Hey everyone, this is my first time posting on this board, so I apologise in advance if I sound like an idiot.
Towards the end of the year, I am planning on cosplaying a male anime character for the first time. The thing is, I'm not sure if I have the right face for it, and I don't want to be laughed at if I'm ugly.
What kind of facial characteristics are desirable when cosplaying as a male anime character?
>>8999185
Are you male or female? If you're male you have nothing to worry about, and if you're female nobody will say anything to you even if you look like a frog.
>>8999191
I'm male but I don't know if I am fem enough or Asian looking enough to cosplay as an anime character.
I have relatively feminine features but a strong nose.
I'm looking for RHS and I've been trying to track down how to purchase from Montreal or double decker. Are they both out of business? Did they rebrand?
I can't find anything, and Bodyline is a shitshow right now.
I made one of those monitor heads a while ago and I'm looking to sell it. I'm not sure about a price though. It's been worn 2 or 3 times but is in good condition. If you anons were in the market for one, what would you pay for it?
>>8999033
For very small areas, I sometimes use a soldering iron and kinda hover over the area a bit, depends case-by-case though.
>>8999192
>Asian looking enough to cosplay as an anime character.
Since when to japs in anime ever look like japs? Or asian at all without it distinctly being realistic like Tokyo Godfathers? In fact many are based off of Caucasian features.
Your face doesn't matter as long as you take care to not look like trash. Foundation and make up tricks are your friend.
I need to make a full fabric mask (like a ski mask) covering everything but my eyes. It seems like most masks are spandex, but it seems too shiny for the look I'm going for. Anyone have suggestions for fabric that's breathable and not too hot? I don't really want to just stuff my face in everything at the fabric store.
I have this wig that I've never used, it's in pic and it's similar in style and color, a bright blue. Since I have no use for it, would it be possible if I could dye it to a brown shade, like in the pic?
If that could work, would anyone recommend methods of doing so?
I don't plan on buying wigs in the future anymore, but I realized that using this one wig could be used for something for a convention.
Should I ask for recommendations for cosplays here or should I make a new thread for it?
>>8999525
Oops, I legit didn't see it.
Thanks!
I'm making a Seregios (Monster Hunter) puppet in the style of the Death puppet in the picture attached. As the puppeteer, I want to be a background player to the puppet, but I'm not sure what wear. I was thinking something like a Bunraku puppeteer, but I'm that might be too warm to wear during Summer cons. Any suggestions?
So I'm going to be sewing a Spiderman bodysuit and Ive already bought a dance belt but Im really self conscious about my arms. Could anyone recommend something like a muscle suit or some kind of compression clothes that can maybe hopefully make my arms look a bit thicker?
I know its basic as fuck, but does anyone have any pattern recommendations for this dress? Thanks!
Where do I get a HUGE carrot? Stuffed or inflatable, whatever.
I've looked around the web, but no luck.
Alternative: What can I easily turn into a carrot?
What kind of jacket is this called? thanks
>>8999575
I always thought of it as some sort of gakuran (so not really a jacket).
>>8999563
Sew one yourself? It's just a big-ass cone, right?
>ask cgl how to make my $9 wig look like a $50 wig
>cgl says to soak it in bleach overnight
>do so
>wig falls the fuck apart
>come back to cgl to bitch
>mfw all posts have been deleted
>>8999688
why the fuck did you soak it in bleach? are you sure they didn't say fabric softener?
>>8999545
Try "bodycon" or "tube dress" pattern on google.
>>8999688
Le trolled hard. I'm surprised they didn't tell you to add ammonia.
Note: Don't do this.
>>8999538
Flexdesigns are the best musclesuits, but they are expensive. You can add foam muscles to a compression shirt, though it will take some trial and error. Check out the RPF for several threads on how to do that.
One thing I would like to note though, is that aside from toys and the 90s cartoon, Spidey has never been especially buff. He is lanky and wiry. He has some tone, but don't feel you have to go for a Captain America-like build when doing Spider-Man.
Where can I get a really long, belt sized Hidden Leaf Village headband for Guy Sensei
>>8999688
>Bleach
I need to see the results of this
>>8999791
>>8999688
bleach and fabric softener are not the same thing
>>8999688
2 seconds of google next time my friend.
>>8999688
Probably you forgot to add ammonia.
Protip, that creates mustard gas, which got the name from its pleasant mustard smell.
>>8996639
Meitu?
This may be a dumb question, but how would someone who wants to sell things online or like in am artists alley start out? Where would someone go to get charms and buttons made, and other things like that? I wouldn't want them to be expensive obviously because I'm just starting out, but I have no idea where people too get nice acrylic charms and prints made for them to sell.
I have a job interview at an IT company (I'm female). First job interview. Where do I go for normalfag interview clothes? I am someone who has never stepped into a mall, advice would be grateful.
>>9000177
Depends on your budget, but plenty of stores have cute blouses you can wear with black pants if you want a simple outfit. Check h&m, the express, banana republic and department stores like dillards and macy's for cute blouses and simple pants. I hope you do well anon!
>>9000180
Thanks for this! What kind of shoes? 99% of my wardrobe is pastel and my shoes are too. There's so many different types of shoes out there. I'm not familiar with most types of women's clothing but I've been reading up on it.
>>9000191
Its entirely up to you, you can get yourself some simple black flats if you want, or go for some low high heels if you want, but flats are probably the more reasonable choice,you can easily get yourself some nice ones from dillards or Macy's if you want, so you can have some that'll last you a bit
>>8999220
When it comes to anything you make you have to know material cost (how much all the tangible stuff, glue, monitor, etc, cost you) and labor cost (how much an hour of your time is worth. That dollar amount multiplied by the number of hours worked on the project). You take the sum of that number and if you sell at that price you break even. Add a 10-20% markup and you've got yourself a selling price.
Naturally, just because you thought about the project for 100 hours, doesn't mean you did 100 hours of work. Use common sense, but don't sell yourself short.
>>8999368
Unless you use some kind of mesh, full face masks aren't super breathable. They're going to get hot after a while. That being said, you can use any fabric that has even a little bit of stretch. I've had luck just using an old cotton t-shirt and sewing it into a rounded off tube.
>>8999757
Buy a headband, remove the metal piece, reattach to a piece of fabric of the correct length. It's not rocket surgery.
Where can I sell my used cosplays I paid a lot of money for on Taobao?
>>8999384
Look up wig dying tutorials, there are ways to do it, but you're starting with a blue wig, your results may not be exactly what you want them to be.
>>9000170
>>8999205
They've got lots of google doc resources, make sure you read through those first before you ask questions.
>>9000218
Facebook, BST thread. Don't expect to recoup all your costs for a used costume though.
>>8999384
It would be impossible to take it from blue to a warm brown. You'd be better off trying to dye it a cool brown instead.
>>8999688
I'm 99.99% sure you were told to soak it in fabric softener and somehow messed up and soaked your wig in bleach instead.
For future ref, all recent cgl posts are archived on warosu and rbt.
>>9000218
Facebook 2nd hand groups. Also depends on what cosplays you're selling. If they're nice, post in the BST thread.
>>9000266
I don't sell my cosplays, but I've seen it in my local cosplay groups.
>>9000266
Look up "cosplay sales" and the like and a bunch of groups will pop up. There isn't a cosplay specific secondhand site yet.
>>9000112
yes?
beauty cam is made by meitu
Is cosplaying a palette swap of a fighting game character when you can't find the right shirt fraudulent?
Does this look stupid/do you think this is a cute idea? Does it even translate well (the green bow would be worn as a bowtie)? If so, do you think the short suspenders or the longer ones look better?
I got inspired by Rowlet to do a comfy casual gijinka for a con. Most of it I can find in person which is nice, plus I can probably re-use 90% of the stuff.
>>9000407
I definitely think some sort of batwing shirt or shawl will help translate the wings in, but yeah, that looks fine for a casual cosplay. Try to add in a pokeball as a keychain on your bag, or something to make you a little more identifiable.
>>8995538
look up nurse hat tutorials
>>9000431
What about if i sewed a shirt with wings and a tail (that falls from the collar and ends at the hip)? I can't really draw that well so excuse the sketches but something like this?
>>9000458
Holy crap sorry about the filesize, didn't think it would save that big.
>>9000382
Yes you scrub.
Jk no it doesn't make you a fraud unless you're a ~so quirky~ gAMuR girl who doesn't even know what a hadoken is.
>>9000343
Thank you!!
>>9000469
Ah okay. I was gonna do Guile and I have white dress shirts but none with two chest pockets. I have to use a pink one, lol.
Thanks
>>9000490
Have you tried searching army surplus stores? They probably have shirts that are more similar than just a plain dress shirt.
How would I go about making this fully lined? Whenever it came down to making a lining for anything sleeveless I would usually use the roll method. How would I do that for something that is open in the front like this is?
Material suggestions for pants and dress are appreciated as well.
>>8999795
I'm so sorry
>>9000583
I don't know what I do is orthodox, but what has worked for me is that I sew the armholes for the shell and lining together right sides together on one side first, clip, and press. Then I rip out the stitching, do the same thing again for the other armhole, but this time I don't rip out the stitching. Instead that one is turned to have wrong sides together, and I re-sew the shell and lining together with a ladder stitch at the other armhole (that was seam-ripped). The hem of the rest of the jacket can be finished with bias tape without any more turning things right side/wrong side-out.
>>8995585
>prince lorian cosplay
Literally god-tier tastes. Good luck anon! Hoping to see the finished product.
Is there a type of elastic that has a smooth finish instead of the ribbed fabric sort? Like a stronger, wider rubber band?
>>8995585
Get yourself a table belt sander and go to town.
>>9000676
That sounds like my best bet anon. Thank you for your help!
How can I smooth out this masking tape arm? The bigger dips will be filled out once I stuff it with polyfill, but I need something to cover the texture of the tape. I'm ultimately going to be covering these with armsocks made of tights, which will smooth it out a little, but I need something else underneath.
Preferably something lightweight, since I'm wearing a total of 4 prosthetic arms over a metal armature on my back, and I'm weak as shit.
Today I tried spray-on plasti dip but it seemed way too thin to do much without 100 coats. Some other materials I considered-
>flex seal
>dip plasti dip brushed on
>gesso
>paper clay
>paper mache
But I've never worked much with most of these so I have no idea what's most feasible. Any suggestions are appreciated!
>>9000987
Try a thin quilting batting.
>4 prosthetic arms
Muffet?
Belts were advertised as pure white but are clearly a very yellowy cream
I need to get these white ASAP as I need them for 2 weeks time
Please help I'm not sure where to start
>>9001239
Depending what type of fabric it is, you could try bleaching. Now, I personally don't know what fabrics you can or cannot bleach, a quick Google already says to avoid wool, silk, mohair, leather, and spandex. Look if your fabric is bleachable, then try that.
Aside from that, either make your own bows or buy new ones. Things can still reach you in 2 weeks time.
>>9001246
It says it's made from PU, weaving and satin
I have no idea how bleach able that is
>>9001248
>PU (polyurethane) weaving
I assume since you said "belts" there's a leather-like belt part? That's what this refers to.
>satin
If the satin contains polyester, you can't bleach it. I am also going to assume since it says PU that there'll be polyester in the satin. The bleach will probably melt this. Dyeing it is also going to be highly unprobable to work. Cut your losses and buy/make new ones.
>>8995585
If your fabric is polyester, I recommend a heat knife to cut in holes and ragged edges. The heat will cause the material to melt and give you a finished edge so you dont have to worry about fraying. If it's cotton or some material that isnt synthetic I'd agree with >>8995631
and take your time with some sandpaper.
>>9001239
If you have a fabric store near you I'd honestly say just remake them yourself. No guarantee that they'll whiten up or just get destroyed with bleach. There's lots of bow making tutorials, and you could reuse the stuffing from the cream bows you have.
>>9000987
Paper mache i'd say, sand it like crazy, and then go at it with plastidip
Can anyone recommend good sewing pattern for Bakemonogatari school outfit jacket/blouse?
Does anyone know what type of headphones those are? I'd use my ATH-M50s but I can't make them sit on my head like that.
>>9001439
Are these heavy? If no, affix paperclips to the inside of the headphone ear temporarily so you can hang it from your ear.
>>9001439
Which pair? There are two different pairs in the image.
I am going to cosplay Barry B. Benson in two months but I am stumped on what to do for his sweater as I don't know how to knit, it's been impossible for me to find an already knitted turtleneck sweater in the right color that also ships to my ass backwards country so my question is:
Does anyone know of a type of fabric that resembles knitted fabric well enough that I can use that instead of knitting a sweater?
Cheers.
So I'm thinking of getting a binder, both for cosplay and J-fash reasons (this one: http://www.underworks.com/tri-top-chest-binder)
My question is, how do you measure out what size you need? Like, do you measure around your chest or your boobs?
Also, if anyone has experience with binders, are there better out there than underworks?
doing a fallout 4 cosplay. Is there a suitable bag I could buy to replicate a stealth boy, or would I have to make my own?
>>9001601
If all you want is the covering, not the mechanism itself, try a leather Deck Box, like you might buy if you were into Magic the gathering.
They come in a bunch of different styles and shapes, but should be about the right size and if you play your cards right (ha ha) it might even clip to your belt.
>>9001627
I was thinking about that, but in-game it looks a lot bigger, like 5" x 4" x 7"
>>9001551
There's a size chart tab right there anon, it tells you where to measure.
I'm going to BABYMETAL's show in L.A. in July & I was thinking about dressing up in their Megitsune outfits (pic & video related https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK3NMZAUKGw), but I don't have the main kimono part (I can get the shoes, the blouse & the tutu on my own). So, these are my questions:
>How would one go about making the kimono part?
From what I can tell, it's more or less, a regular kimono just with the lower half of the front (below the obi) cut off so that the tutu can show. Would I just find a regular kimono/yukata sewing tutorial online & follow that, then slice off the appropriate part?
>If I can't make it on my own, is two & a half months enough time to get it commissioned?
I understand that these sort of things can't be rushed, so that why I'm asking now rather than later.
inb4 why didn't you think of this sooner? I just thought of it last week & I've been trying to budget what money I have for the show (i.e. gas, food, merch).
Are there any good sites for commissioning cosplay weapons from, or am I stuck hunting down guys on etsy or deviantart?
>>9001511
You could buy a yellow turtleneck and paint it?
>Ironing glittery Casa Satin
>Bit of heat and bond sticks to iron
>Sticky bit starts stripping off glitter
This is actually good because this is for a group and I found out we're supposed to use regular casa satin instead of glitter even though the leader told me glitter when we first started. How could I proceed to strip off glitter from the surface with a less iron-destroying method? I already tried using a bit of wax paper but that only took off maybe 40% of the glitter
>>9001693
Can't find one, yellow isn't a very popular color here.
>>9001511
A pretty good tutorial on the subject.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CvqmD0CZao
>>9001770
Then why not buy one online?
What would you use to paint a pair of light gray pumps red? Paint for leather?
>>9002030
Angelus leather paint or there's now some other leather paint they sell in Joanns in the fabric paint and dye section
so i made this foam core wig piece, it was supposed to be black but the wefts actually have this green tint that really bugs me? the base wig is BLACK but i feel like this slightly off color will ruin the look and i would like some ideas on how i can cover up the tint? i actually thought about using that "temporary hairspray color" for it, since its a stiff piece that wont become gross from it. is that a bad idea? should i just try to sharpie the whole piece?
>>9001679
There's a pretty good kimono sewing pattern that Simplicity puts out. If you have boobs that's your best bet to make it fit well. It's super easy. You can just modify the pattern to use the top part.
Best way to do the facial markings? I've heard liquid eyeliner, gel eyeliner, all kinds of stuff...
>>9002087
face paint
>>9002087
Looks like tape
>>9002094
Yeah, and they look shite.
I'd say liquid eyeliner is the way to go.
Is there a place to get color contacts that can ship them to me in two weeks or less?
>>9002099
your usual places as long as you pay for extra fast shipping. pinkyparadise has the option to get it to you in days or something like that.
I need help finding this jacket by anime expo.
I see lots of these jackets but they go for hundreds of dollars. Any suggestions?
The boy wearing it is Yukiteru Amano from Future Diary
Lost my right arm last year. (Wife accident run it over.) What are some good one-armed cosplays?
>>9001280
combine sewing patterns
this garment is made of different basic clothing parts
you can use multiple sewing patterns for one cosplay
>>9002238
make it
or alter an existing jacket into it
it's way cheaper than hunting down an exact one
I'm considering cosplaying Inko Midoriya in the future. Unfortunately, I know shit-all about wigs. I don't think I'd be able to figure out how to attach the ponytail or even what kind of wig I should get.
I have friends who have a lot more cosplay experience than I do, so I think I might be able to pay one of them to style it or find someone to commission to do it. However, I'm not sure what kind of wig I would need to purchase or how wig commissions generally work.
I'm just kind of completely at a loss.
>>9002067
Ahh, gotcha. I'll be talking to my friend's Mom & ask if she can make it for it for me. Thank you so much for your suggestion (I am pretty busty, so hopefully the simplicity pattern is be ok), I really appreciate it. Take this fabulous Moametal too.
>>9002368
>http://ifanboy.com/articles/top-5-dc-characters-who-have-lost-an-arm-appendage-or-limb/
I especially like pic related.
If you're a smaller guy, Edward Elric might be fun, there is a part where his prosthetic is busted to crap, so you could make the shoulder part with EVA foam with the wires hanging out and everything, that would be cool.
Shanks from One Piece
Future Gohan
Yamamoto from Bleach is a fucking BAMF.
Jet from Cowboy Bebop which you could make or modify a prosthetic for. If you go that route, you have a bunch more options.
Genos from One Punch Man, other androids.
Naruto, Sauske, Zabuza (in his death scene), Boruto (Naruto's son)
Groot
Bunch of characters in the Star Wars verse
Agent Coulson from the TV adaptation Agent's of Shield
Movie version of Thor
Deadpool
....
I really could continue, but does this give you a starting point at least?
>>9002423
You get a shoulder-length or slightly short wig and a matching clip-on bun/ponytail. Minimum styling and maintenance required for this cosplay. It's super simple.
>>9001978
>they're pretty heavy
Try to alter something like pic related perhaps? They're made to slip over your ears and go behind your head.
>>9002368
Ouch, sorry to hear. The obvious choice would be Ash from Evil Dead? I think that's his right arm. Army surplus guy from the Simpsons also comes to mind.
>>9002504
>>9001978
Forgot to attach picture like a moron
>>9002368
Btw, you would probably know, what is an arm worth in sexual favors?
A lifetime supply of handies and blowey Joeys?
>>9001888
Again, I can't find one that ships to where I live.
>>9000483
you're welcome anon
go out there and take cute selfies!
>>9002375
Thank anon. Finished the jacket part, now messing with collar and sleeves.
>>9002368
You gotta do Allen Walker.
>>9001659
Yeah but if that's for guys, aka flat chest, than that's the size it'll be, and it will just sit on top of my boobs and not bind anything
>>9002714
It's not for guys, read the reviews. Plenty of tit-having transmen and women could figure it out by measuring.
>>9000583
With this design, you can simply finish the armholes, add the collar, then finish the open raw edges of the fashion fabric and lining with bias tape.
>>9002714
.... why would a guy wear a binder?
>>9002780
Also a great idea! Thank you!
>>9002759
>>9002807
Okay, I'm just a bit worried about getting the wrong size haha
Also
"effective in full binding and for sporting related binding and protection"
So I was kinda thinking guys would wear it maybe agains manboobs or when sporting? Not exactly sure what I was thinking desu
Again, just a bit worried it wont fit, sorry for the stupid questions haha
>>8993704
Since I don't really have the tools or space to make a particular cosplay weapon, where would you guys recommend commissioning it from? I'm sure that there are sites for this sort of thing, but I don't know what they would be. Cosplay.com's commission contact list looks like it hasn't been update in years.
I just found these boots at the thrift store today to use for Sailor Moon, they're made out of pleather and I wanted to get some personal recommendations on what type of paint to use.
>>9003052
Angelus leather dye
>>9002368
Please, anon.
>>9003052
Vinyl. As in as in the stuff you make boot covers with. Make boot covers. You'll never get that clean anime look with paint, especially over creased pleather.
>>9002368
How did that situation even happen
>>9002368
Make a cheapie prosthetic, you can be Venom Snake
>>9002061
If the base wig isn't too expensive then buy another of the same kind and take it apart for its wefts.
That is if you have time.
>>9002087
Liquid eyeliner, wet n wilds water proof is good for what it is, if you don't want to spend a fortune, also wolfe fx is super black.
>>9002368
Seconding >>9003096
>>9002368
Erwin Smith is a possibility.
I'm making Nina/Eponine from Fire Emblem Fates but I'm not sure how to make the boots flare out like and what would be the best kind of fabric for her headband?
I'm making my own cosplay for the first time so I have no idea if her design would be confusing/hard for a beginner.
Looking for circle lense I can trust. Where else other than pinky paradise? They don't have any that are fitting my particular requirements.
I'm looking at lenscircle and there's one that almost fits the bill except the diameter is 14.2mm while my prescription is 14.0mm. How much does a .2mm larger difference matter?
What material would one make this out of? Foam?
Sango's big boomerang
I want to cosplay this galactic bae but I'm not very good with wigs. How long would my base wig have to be to make this curl? I have short straight hair so I have no idea what size of curler this needs or what the base should be in length.
Also, since she has that satellite on her forehead I should be able to get away with an ordinary wig, not a lace front, right?
I made my foam sword, added Bondo... and the outside is still rough, no matter how much I sand it.
>>9004025
When you're working with Bondo and you think you've sanded enough, you need to sand some more.
Then add another layer of Bondo.
Then sand some more.
Repeat ad infinitum.
Can someone tranlate this? it's chinese I think, since it's taobao :)
which of the measures says bust? what do the other say?
the chart is from a pretty dress :)
>>9004025
Invest in a mouse sander
>>9004311
First column: Dress length (with straps)
Second column: Bust
Third column: Hemline
>>9004381
thanks a lot!!! <3
>>9003629
I'm thinking that those boots taper from her mid thigh-ish to her feet, are really wide at the top, then are folded. I drew up a really well drawn and detailed cross section of what I'm talking about. The fold labeled "3" would be hidden.
As far as the headband, I can't really tell what that's made of. If it's a non-fabric material, foam glued onto a headband. If it's fabric, use the same material as you used for the dress and either paint or sew/embroider on the detail.
>>9003879
Absolutely. Use pink insulation foam, otherwise known as extruded polystyrene. This will be a breeze since the only bevel is a very small one right on the edge. Just sand that bevel in, seal the whole thing, paint it.
>>9004025
What grit is your sand paper?
If your sword is bumpy get a lower grit sandpaper to really take material off. Once everything is level, that's when you use progressively higher grits to make it smooth.
If the bondo is flat/level, but feels rough (think concrete which is flat, but has a rough texture) you need higher grit paper to smooth it out.
For bondo, I start with 120 or 220, sometimes as low as 80 if I did a really shitty job, then work my way up to 800-1000 grit and wet sand.
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I don't have any experience cosplaying or making stuff, but I'd like to do a yanki outfit like this. Any idea how difficult/expensive it would be? Also, any recommendations for fabric?
Also I need to make regent/pompadour hair with a black wig. Tons of hairspray or model the hair around a metal frame or something?
>>8993704
where do people get this fabric?the glitter pvc/vinyl
>>9004324
I did. I'm gonn cry, mane.
>>9004884
Just keep at it.
Start applying Bondo with your hands. (Wearing gloves ofc!)
>>9003946
Why not just buy a pre culed/ wavy wig like that and save the trouble. Lace fronts often look better but the satellite hides a good chunk. So long as the wig doesn't fold up a normal one would be fine.
Quick question, if I dye something in salt water will it set it right off the bat, or will I have to soak it in salt water again?
In more detail of the situation I dyed a synthetic skin suit which did not take to dye well and the color was rubbing off easily. I want to set the dye but I'm worried that soaking it in pure salt water will remove the color, so I want to soak it in salt water to set mixed with some dye water so the color won't fade any more. I don't want to use vinegar because I don't want to walk around a con smelling like vinegar.
Made some EVA foam armor.Paint job has done some cracking/folding,nothing i cant fix right now,but my question is how much will a spray of clear coat on it help it?As far as making everything more solid so it doesnt flex as much and keep the paint from doing any cracking?
>>9005137
you need to gesso and then plasti-dip that bitch
no, clearcoat will not help, it has no structural integrity
I'm thinking about making McCree and I just realized that I'm not quite sure how to make his neck cape thingy. The actual construction, painting, etc are no problem, but it's the overall shape of the piece that has me wondering.
Do you guys think it's a big square folded in half, a big rectangle, or a big triangle?
