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Last summer commission is done! A streetwear Hanzo jacket from overwatch! #hanzo #hanzooverwatch #hanzocosplay #overwatch #overwatchcosplay https://www.instagram.com/p/B06_PdPAY3J/?igshid=b1w2ylxjx82p

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Check out my Zero Two cosplay from Darling in the Franxx! Photos by @melissakeetin Everything made by me! Silky Wig from @ardawigscanada #darlinginthefranxx #zerotwo #zerotwocosplay #cosplay #cosplaygirl https://www.instagram.com/p/B0rD12Fgh-o/?igshid=3c3ezo48axab

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Sneaking in some #fireemblem at #aikon2019 ! #zerotwo #zerotwocosplay #darlinginthefranxx (at RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0cDy-VgzLy/?igshid=1ixwhtdt6adhh

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My Chika Fujiwara from #fanquest ! Thanks @ivrphoto for the awesome pictures! #chikafujiwara #chikacosplay #cosplay #chikadance #kaguyasamaloveiswar #kaguyasama https://www.instagram.com/p/B0EyoUigC_q/?igshid=wun9luj3k7ce

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Foam dremelling Basics

Tutorial by: Valentine Costumes Tutorial Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YpBjd2qiPw

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Tutorial: Fabric Painting - Freezer Paper Stencils

I had written a basic guide for fabric painting a long time ago. But it was pretty basic and I felt like it could be more detailed and improved upon. So I made a more detailed guide on using freezer paper for fabric painting!

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So much #myheroacademia this past weekend! #bnhacosplay #myheroacademiacosplay #mountlady #animethon2018 #animethon25 #cosplay (at Shaw Conference Centre) https://www.instagram.com/p/BmgHnw-g4Z1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=t04vig1dgnix

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My #mountlady at #animethon25 ! Thanks @crunchyroll for letting me use the awesome backdrop! #bnhacosplay #myheroacademiacosplay #bnha #animethon #animethon2018 (at Shaw Conference Centre) https://www.instagram.com/p/BmeVnEeA0Ev/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1fbe6hqtxeuu4

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Sailor Fuku Cosplay Tutorial by ~SparklePipsi

An amazing tutorial on how to make your very own Sailor Senshi/Fuku Cosplay! Had a hard time finding really descriptive youtube tutorials surprisingly. So had to find step by step images! 

If you still need to visually see how to make a pleaded skirt here’s a youtube link to How To Cosplay: Make A Pleated Skirt! Though she doesn’t use actually cloth in the tutorial she uses paper - I think it’s pretty useful. 

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Bringing up my Mop hat/mob cap tutorial because I noticed the Macrophage from Hataraku Saibou also wear them. Sew the elastic casing/circles closer  to the outside to make the ruffles smaller and the back bigger to better fit the Macrophage. Good for Touhou characters as well!

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Source: Creative Industry, http://www.swedishtracingpaper.co.uk/infographic-sleeves/

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Happy #fofriday ! Finished commission of Sakura from Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicles. #sakura #sakuracosplay #tsubasa #cosplay #cosplaycommission

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back draft pattern

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Me and @penguinsanonymousartstudio at #aikon2018 this past weekend! Both bodysuits by me, gaunlets/wig are her own! (at RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg)

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'CON'NON SENSE: How to Prepare & Pack for a Convention (a guide by Crowry) also featuring WHAT NOT TO DO AT A HOTEL

Okay, this post is going to be lengthy, so please bear with me. I want to talk about preparing to attend a convention, how to pack sensibly, and what NOT to do at a hotel. I’ve been attending cons for nearly a decade now and aside from that I have traveled often and widely with my family. I have also worked as hotel cleaning staff, and I know exactly how much someone will hate you for leaving the bathroom looking like a bomb of wig hair, eyeshadow, and toothpaste went off in it. (Hint: a lot.)

HERE WE GO

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Cosplay Courtesy

Ok, so I’ve picked up some tips traveling the convention circuit.  I’m really glad the cosplay =/= consent thing is taking off, but there’s more that needs to be addressed.

Cosplayers are basically walking billboards of their talent and artistry.  They either took the time to make it, or raised the cash to buy it - both of which involve sacrifice of time and money, either in construction, research, or both.

When you see a cosplayer, please do not:

Take a photo without their consent.  If they’re in costume, chances are high that they’ll say yes, and you’ll get a better pose out of it.  (Most cosplayers practice their poses in the mirror, and will do so in order to show off the best parts of their cosplay.)  If you’re too shy to ask, wait for someone else to, then join the crowd that will inevitably swarm.

Ask “Are you trying to be/supposed to be ________?”.  This tells the cosplayer that their costume isn’t good enough.  ”Are you dressed as ___________?” and “I don’t recognize your costume.” are both acceptable.  The re-wording is subtle, but makes all the difference.  A cosplayer is always ready to talk about their cosplay - not recognizing it is perfectly fine, but insulting their craftsmanship is a no-no.

Say “Oh, I hate that character.“ to someone dressed as that character.  I apologize to the human race for the fact that this happens so much it warrants pointing it out.

Any variation of “Your costume is good, but have you seen ________’s?”  A cosplayer’s goal is to do their best, not to beat out everyone else.  Sometimes we get competitive, sure, but it’s not about trumping one another - it’s about being better than we were last time around.

Anything bashing their race, sex, or gender.  I’m white, busty, and American but if I want to cosplay Mickey Smith I damn well will.  While being fully aware that I’m not an English black guy.  I’m not going to get mistaken for Noel Clarke, but that doesn’t mean the costume isn’t good.

Do not touch anything without permission.  Not just sexually; I mean anything.  Costume pieces, wings, armor, props - anything.  Asking is fine, but respect their wishes if they say no.  And if they say yes, be careful.  Just because someone dressed as John Egbert let you hold his Warhammer of Zillyhoo does not mean you can go smashing things with it.

These things should go without saying, but they don’t.  Which is why I said them.  Please reblog this if you’re planning on attending a convention; it really makes a world of difference to those who bravely choose to wear their passions (literally) on their sleeves. (And please feel free to add/submit your own.)