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Amiya

Welcome! I'm in Quebec province too ^^"

Amiya

Sumomo is a cute character and her outfit is super cute too. ^_^ The hair would be a minor problem though... Well I thought about it, and like I hate wigs because they look so plastic and shiney, I think Iwould die my hair pink 0: Wigs look plastic and shiny? If the wig is made from high quality fi...

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Why not make your own, his outfit is probably one of the easiest (since it doesn't have to fit perfectly)? I would estimate the material cost (including fabric, notions, and etc.) to be around $20-30 USD. The coat is essentially 3 (or 4 pieces if you would like a seam line in the back) and the sleev...

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Maybe Lelouch from Code Geass? The series is rather popular at the moment and there's no need for wigs!

Amiya

First of all, welcome! I'm kind of confused, by "If anyone can offer to make me a costume or make me wear a old one i dont mind!" , do you mean you are looking for someone to commission something for you? If so, there are many talented commissioners on site, so I guess check out the marketplace? Any...

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I'm assuming you want to do her school uniform? It's just a simple blazer and pleated skirt, so you could definitely find patterns for that~

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The blazer is actually surprisingly simple *mine was a day class one though* I just drafted a pattern for a regular blazer and added extra width from the bust down and took them in for the pleats?

Amiya

Well, it depends...what are you making the jacket out of? I don't think vinyl/leather/pleather takes fabric paint too well (and it's very difficult to paint a lighter fabric paint on a darker fabric --> need a lot of layers)~ You could try fabric paint and that's definitely the most straight forward...

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Just use fabric paint, I use one that is about $0.99 and I works really well ^^"

Be sure to have at least two brushes: a large one for even strokes and a smaller one for the edge (it helps the design to look sharper and more accurate)

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I just finished my Vampire Knight cosplay...where do you need help exactly? Fabric choice? Details? Patterns?

Amiya

Me! *raise hand* Well...I just hope something doesn't come up at the last minute like it did last year X_X"

Amiya

First of all, I suggest you post this in the Buy/Sell forum~

I don't do full costume commissions anymore, but I can probably comission that necklace for you~

Past works here: http://www.freewebs.com/idcosplay/Jewelry.html

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Go with Sandra, I have been to Anime North before (and is going for '08 too) and it gets really warm in some of the event rooms...11000+ people together...you get the idea ^^

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I would recommend...I'm not sure what it's really called, but it's labeled "dance wear" at my fabric store. It has a bit of shine to it and is stretchy enough for this project. I think it's like $4-6/yard. If you are looking for something less expensive, I personally think broadcloth would work too,...

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Second ^_^

Amiya

Shinigami robes are really easy to make (and the captain cloak too), so you have nothing to worry about ^_^

From your convention list, you're going to AN '08? Maybe I will see you there ^_^

Good luck!

Amiya

Sorry if my last comment was really confusing, I meant like those chains you can buy by the feet/yard (I forgot which) at hardware/jewelry/craft stores. They are normally used as necklaces? My friend bought several feet, cut them into pieces and arranged them in the net style of Byakuya and attached...

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I'm thinking about attending, but it's down to a money issue...but will definitely be there if I can!

Amiya

First of all, do you plan to use your natural hair or a wig? A friend of mine cosplayed as Byakuya (from Bleach right?) and she made those triangular thingies from cardcoard and painted them white. She slid those in place and secured them with clips. She used a wig, so she put on a bit of hairspray ...

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Younger cosplays are definitely welcome! I started cosplaying when I was like 12, or 13 (can't remember)? So it's definitely cool ^_^ Go for it! It's never too early to start!

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Well, I used a combination of newspaper and aluminum foil, I guess whatever works ^_^ Before I braided on the red trims, I inserted a hair elastic and braided it around it. When I wore it to the convention, I safety pined it to the pink hoodie and since my hair is a bit long than usual, it didn't sh...

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Well, I made a Yuna hairtail before, even though it was for my Gunner costume, it's still the same basic idea. I rolled up some newspaper and tape them into the basic shape. Then I wrap/braided 4 pieces of red trim around that. I bought a pack of hair extensions and sewed/glued then to the bottom. T...

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I would make the star first by drawing out the shape you want from cardboard and paper-mache it. Try foam tubes and bend it to the circle shape and cover it with another layer of paper mache *I suggest you use hot glue to attach the two together* As for the wings, try foam sheets and cut out the sha...

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I actually really like the white uniform, but does she ever wear it in the manga? *only made it pass volume one so far* I guess it's just a personal preference?

Amiya

I would say Yuki *is slightly biased since I'm making the same cosplay* --> depending on if you're going to get a wig or not, but I think your hair color and features match Yuki better than Kairi ^_^

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Personally, I haven't really made anything like that headgear, but I would definitely recommand some type of material that "breathes" and has a stretch to it. I think sports nit would be good choice? As for Asian guy with glasses, maybe Kyoya from Ouran? I just can't think of any at the moment (and ...

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Well, for the skirt, my friend and I just ended up cutting two pieces of almost rectangular fabric, sewed them together and attached elastic to keep it up (I personally would recommend an invisible zipper --> we had no time~). As for the sleeves, we cut two pieces of a trapazoid shape? (one for each...

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Maybe I can help you with the "sewing" parts of the costume --> I helped my friend to make hers *but we only had a week before the con. so it was pretty rushed* and I can probably help you figure out the patterns you need and stuff?

Which piece are you confused about?

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Well, I made a similar costume before and I make my own patterns for each costume. I would recommend you to search for a hakama pattern for kimono top pattern? I think there are patterns to make inuyasha online~

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Well, I sewed one other costume before that one, but it was by hand, so the seams and stuff are not as neat, see image below: http://freewebs.com/idcosplay/Cosplay%2DAmiya%2DTomoyo%2Dhime.html I think I made those two within a months of each other? So as long as you do a bit of planning, it almost a...

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I think it just depends on how long you are willing to spend on it and how much effort you put into it, if you are patient and careful with the details, I'm sure your costume will turn out great... http://freewebs.com/idcosplay/Cosplay%2DAmiya%2DYunaGunner.html The above was my first real costume, I...

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Well, cosplay costumes have rather different look than normal clothing, so it is the process of altering an existing pattern or make a new one to use as reference to cut the fabric that may be a bit challenging --> at least for me it is ^_^

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Well, sewing machines can range from a hundred to several thousand dollars. I got mine for about $200 and it has all the options I need...so it just depends on how sophisticated you want the sewing machine to be. Actually, it only takes about an hour to understand and master the workings of a sewing...

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Well, I think they offer an hour of free class if you buy a sewing machine at certain places...

My parents are not supportive of anime or cosplay, so I sew everything myself and I guess I'm considered self-taught ^_^

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Well, if you can't find a pattern, you can always make one yourself. Just break the costume down to pieces., like the sleeves and the hakama are like triangular pieces of fabric and it is pretty easy to work out the rest. Though, I am pretty sure there are tutorials online, if I find any, I will let...

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Contact lenses are fairly expensive, so if your buget is $50, then I suggest not getting them. For the clothes, you can alter an existing shirt, but I think it would be better to start from scratch. I'm currently helping my friend making the same outfit and I would estimate that the material will co...

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That's true, but I make my own patterns, so I don't really know how to work with the store-bought ones.

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Actually, I would just recommand having the zipper in the back and sewing the two panels together in the front and sew on the buttons (with no holes). That way, the zipper wouldn't show because of the red jacket over and it is just much easier...

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You can try the following websites:

- Cosplaysupplies
- Cosplaylab

I never did any business with them, but I hear they have a good reputation. I hope you find what you need ^_^

Amiya

Hiya! I am part of a group named ID-Cosplay and I make quality costumes, small props, accessories, and etc. I also accept commissions for orginal designs, EGL, and etc. View my past work under Amiya on ID-Cosplay and see the commission section for more details! If there is any questions, please drop...

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I think you might want to use boning so that the top wouldn't fall and the the flaps would stay up. And you might want to try having a petticoat underneath the skirt to give it volume. Otherwise, I wouldn't recommand fabric that is too shiny, but a little shine can give it a very cute look. It's all...

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Well, you don't need to have alot of sewing experience to make Yuna's outfit... First of all, the top is just a piece of white fabric wrapped around the neck and you can just wear a sports bra underneath if you don't want to make it... The obi is fairly simple too, the bow to attach to the belt whic...

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