~Quick announcement!~: Cosplay geeks, Humble Bumble has an exciting book offer for us this month! Get up to $142 worth of craft-friendly digital books for as low as $15. There are tons of great topics in here, including foam smith books from Volpin Props and Punished Props along with Kamui's prop making books. I'm especially excited … Continue reading Sewaholic Davie
Category: Reviews
Pattern Review: M7217
The Basics: Pattern: McCall's M7127 (a.k.a. the Yaya Han bodysuit pattern) Total Hours: About 4 hours for the first suit and 6 hours for the 2nd one Fabric: Approximately 1 yard of 4 way stretch pleather for Red She-Hulk and a half-yard of purple milliskin. Approximately 2 yards of heavy white moleskin for She-Hulk, a … Continue reading Pattern Review: M7217
Pattern Review: Truly Victorian #103
After months of hemming and hawing, I finally decided to take the leap and get started on Lulu! The first part I completed was the hoop skirt which will act as the base for her belts. Lots of Lulu cosplayers have gone with a faux apron approach for the belts and created a separate piece … Continue reading Pattern Review: Truly Victorian #103
Newbie Adventures in Embroidery
I mentioned a while back that I finally indulged in a sewing machine with embroidery capabilities. This was mostly for Lulu and her insane lace trim, but I thought it'd be fun to learn how to do other things like making patches and such. Almost six months later, I finally got around to turning on … Continue reading Newbie Adventures in Embroidery
Pattern Review: TV110
Happy Friday! I'm gearing up for All-Con this weekend, so today I thought I'd share my thoughts on TV110, which I used to make Belle's top/corset. The Basics: Pattern: Truly Victorian 110 Total Hours: Around 20 Fabric: A little less than 1 yd. of poly satin (matte side), 1/4 yd of rose print brocade (center … Continue reading Pattern Review: TV110
Pattern Review: Simplicity 1819
A few weeks ago, Calliopunk over at Gone Catawampus asked if I could help her friend with a bustle skirt for steampunk Alice in Wonderland. The pattern she had in mind was Simplicity 1819, which was a happy coincidence for me, since I'm thinking about using this pattern for NoFlutter's Sailor Jupiter. The Basics: Pattern: … Continue reading Pattern Review: Simplicity 1819
A-Kon Wrap-Up
In early June, I attended A-Kon 25, which is one of the biggest anime conventions in Texas and held in Dallas. A-Kon will always have a special place in my heart, since it was the very first con I attended three years ago! This was A-Kon's second year in their new location, and staff has … Continue reading A-Kon Wrap-Up
Dallas Comic Con Wrap-Up
Better late than never, right? In May, I attended Dallas Comic Con. This was the first time the convention was actually held in Dallas, specifically the Dallas Convention Center. I was absolutely thrilled with this, since the new location is a short taxi cab from my apartment (it's going to be such a bummer to … Continue reading Dallas Comic Con Wrap-Up
Austin Comic Con Recap
Hey-o! So I thought I'd post a quick recap of Austin Comic Con, which I attended this last weekend. The ever-patient BF and I braved the elements to drive in for Saturday. It took waaaay longer than normal, since the rain was insane on our drive to the con. We also opted to leave earlier … Continue reading Austin Comic Con Recap
Zoobliez Review
Hey guys, quick post today. Just wanted to show you guys this beauty I got in the mail from Zoobliez. After a bit of searching, I stumbled across them on etsy and commissioned their Angel plushie for a few upcoming Fluttershy costumes. They had pretty good reviews, and a reasonable price of $45 w/shipping. I … Continue reading Zoobliez Review
The Geeky Seamstress 