Completed: November 2014 Hours Spent: App. 20 hours Debuted: Anime North Texas 2014 Why This Costume: I covered my love of Jupiter in my Sailor Jupiter post. I adore the princess versions of the scouts in the manga and artbook, so when my friend Ohheyabear Cosplay said she wanted to cosplay princesses together, I jumped … Continue reading Costume Notes: Princess Jupiter
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Spandex 101: Fabric Prep, Patterns and Basic Modifications
Hello and welcome to part 2 of my Spandex 101 series! If you need a refresher on part 1, you can view that here. Thank you so much for your feedback on the last post! I knew a lot of you wanted to know more about spandex, but the collective response totally blew me away. … Continue reading Spandex 101: Fabric Prep, Patterns and Basic Modifications
Spandex 101: The Basics
Pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and let's chat about spandex. Spandex is an amazing fabric for both cosplay and everyday wear. It's amazing for any project that needs a bit of stretch, whether you're looking to turn yourself into a superhero or make a pair of sexy yoga pants. Just to be upfront, … Continue reading Spandex 101: The Basics
Costume Notes: Deadpool
Whoooo!!!! 100 posts! Deadpool gives tacos to all of you!!! Completed: October 2014 Hours Spent: Close to 30 hours Debuted: Dallas Fan Days 2014 Why This Costume: This costume is actually my second full-fledged commission and first time sewing for a guy. One of my old friends contacted me back in late August saying he … Continue reading Costume Notes: Deadpool
WIP: Setember Edition
Gah, we're already in October. Whaaaa...? I feel like this year has just flown by. Here are a few of the projects I worked on in September along with some things I'm wrapping up for Fan Days! Commission: Steampunk Dorothy blouse and skirt Back in August, a local cosplayer contacted me about making the fabric … Continue reading WIP: Setember Edition
Costume Notes: Sailor Jupiter
Completed: August 2014 Hours Spent: No freaking clue. With my previous attempts... Maybe 40 hours? Debuted: Anime-Fest 2014 Why This Costume: I think every Moonie has that one sailor scout that they identify hardcore with. Jupiter was that senshi for me. I won't go too in-depth here, because my fangirl love of Jupiter is absolutely absurd and … Continue reading Costume Notes: Sailor Jupiter
WIP Wednesday: July Edition
Apparently my cosplays are actually agents of Hydra. Every time I knock one out, three more spawn in its place. Here's a quick look at what I'm *hoping* to have finished out in the next few weeks. Fingers crossed that I don't get roped into twelve more 0_oSailor Jupiter: This has taken far more time than is … Continue reading WIP Wednesday: July Edition
Costume Notes: Marvel Now Rogue
Completed: July 2014 Hours Spent: 6ish Debuted: North Texas Comic Book Show Summer 2014 Why This Costume: ...it's another Rogue? Haha. I really enjoyed the Marvel Now run of X-Men, which featured an all-female team, including Rogue. This version of Rogue is (or was) very much the Rogue that I grew up with and loved. She's the muscle of the … Continue reading Costume Notes: Marvel Now Rogue
DIY Pegboard Organization
I've you follow my Instagram or Facebook page, you've probably seen my new pegboard! I installed it about a week ago and I honestly can't imagine my new craft space without it. Even though I have a whole room to myself now, having my pegboard clears up so much space on my sewing table and helps … Continue reading DIY Pegboard Organization
WIP: June Edition
Well, I was hoping to blog about my new Moneta today, but I just realized I don't have any pictures. Derp. Hopefully that'll be up next week sometime. Instead, have some costume progress! I'm working on a couple of different costumes at the moment, so here's a brief look at my line-up for the rest … Continue reading WIP: June Edition
The Geeky Seamstress 