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Jul 30 2008, 04:57 PM
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Member ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 23-May 07 From: BEHIND YOU Member No.: 11,629 |
Hello,
My friend and I are planning on cosplaying as Kosmos and T-elos from Xenosaga. But we have no idea on how to make the armor. So were asking our fellow cosplayers for armor creation help. We're trying to find the most light weight material possible because we don't want any wardrobe malfunction. So, thank you! We appreciate any comments that will help. http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u235/In...S-MOST-Elos.jpg -------------------- ACEN 2009 COSPLAY 8D
Naoto (Dogs: Bullets and Carnage) Kairi (Kingdom Hearts 2) possibly a third... But it's a secret! |
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Jul 30 2008, 05:15 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Regular Posts: 1,565 Joined: 27-November 06 From: lynwood il Member No.: 8,636 |
~flies in with cape~
ill save you ~reads post~ sooo how much cosplay experience do you have this one will not be easy ~rubs chin~ well once again i must say pcv or acrylic ~fanboys over my new acrylic collars~ guns are mainly pvc pipe with pvc sheeting not wonderflex ~shakes fist at wonderflex~ the body armor can be done in pvc fabric stretched over a base, pvc sheeting, acrylic sheeting ~shakes fist~ on one had better mention fiberglass or poly carbonate it is of lesser finish heavier more expensive (well not for small work) and is more difficult to work with this project is a high level work oh and theres this good luck good times to all -------------------- I am now taking prop commissions i make some of the best props available pm me if you want something made. (order early April and May slots are full) I make things. While you play I make things. While you watch tv I make things. While you hang out with friends I make things. While you learn I make things. While you work I make things. While you wait I make things. While you grow I make things. While you clean I make things. While you eat I make things. While you breath I make things. While you make things I make things. While you sleep I make things. While you plan I make things. While you travel I make things. While you read this I make things. I make things. |
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Jul 30 2008, 05:41 PM
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![]() 2+2 = 5 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Veteran Posts: 1,549 Joined: 7-February 06 From: Hiding from my Sewing machine. Shh... Don't tell it I'm und the bed. Member No.: 6,190 |
I <3 Knives. I was wondering what to do for the armor I need to make for my 2010 cosplays.
Anybody know how to make a clear faceshield? I thinking of doing a Moldiver cosplay. -------------------- Come Join the Bishie Brigade
Resident Ladyboy of the ACen Forums, Molester of Kasin, & Head of Fanged Servants for T_C's dungeon Possible ACen 2010 cosplays Completely Undecided. I'm trying my hand at sewing my own cosplays this year, so wish me luck. |
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Jul 30 2008, 06:30 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,678 Joined: 15-December 06 From: My own graphically vivid mind... Member No.: 8,785 |
Oi, peoples... check out my cosplay guide (link in signature) to see if there's a tutorial in there for you! If not, I'll be happy to look around for some that you guys specifically asked for, hehe. Keep an eye out for an update soon!
=) -------------------- ~Saaema
deviantART||Cosplays||ACen albums =D **Need help making something? Check this guide for tutorials! Completed Cosplays: Hubby = Elite Beat Agent||Makoto Shishio||Cobra Commander|| ?? Me = Princess Zelda||Queen Rutela|| ?? |
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Jul 30 2008, 07:51 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 450 Joined: 11-January 07 From: Villa Park, IL Member No.: 9,047 |
Oi, peoples... check out my cosplay guide (link in signature) to see if there's a tutorial in there for you! If not, I'll be happy to look around for some that you guys specifically asked for, hehe. Keep an eye out for an update soon! =) That fursuit tutorial is awesome!! I'm tempted to make one soon. ^^ -------------------- |
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Jul 30 2008, 09:47 PM
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Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Elite Posts: 798 Joined: 24-May 03 From: The City of Racoons Member No.: 601 |
Foamies (craft foam) is probably the easiest and cheapest material to work with to make armor out of. You can heat shape it too. Another good choice is Wonderflex, but you need to heat it up either with boiling water or a heat gun. You'll also want to get something to form the pieces over so you get uniform pieces.
-------------------- I have zombies and I'm not afraid to use them!!
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Jul 30 2008, 10:07 PM
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![]() 2+2 = 5 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Veteran Posts: 1,549 Joined: 7-February 06 From: Hiding from my Sewing machine. Shh... Don't tell it I'm und the bed. Member No.: 6,190 |
Oi, peoples... check out my cosplay guide (link in signature) to see if there's a tutorial in there for you! If not, I'll be happy to look around for some that you guys specifically asked for, hehe. Keep an eye out for an update soon! =) There's lots there that'll help with my 2010 cosplays. Sadly I still need to find where to get or how to make a clear face shield like this -------------------- Come Join the Bishie Brigade
Resident Ladyboy of the ACen Forums, Molester of Kasin, & Head of Fanged Servants for T_C's dungeon Possible ACen 2010 cosplays Completely Undecided. I'm trying my hand at sewing my own cosplays this year, so wish me luck. |
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Jul 30 2008, 10:33 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 102 Joined: 15-October 07 From: Chicago,IL Member No.: 14,840 |
Hello, My friend and I are planning on cosplaying as Kosmos and T-elos from Xenosaga. But we have no idea on how to make the armor. So were asking our fellow cosplayers for armor creation help. We're trying to find the most light weight material possible because we don't want any wardrobe malfunction. So, thank you! We appreciate any comments that will help. http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u235/In...S-MOST-Elos.jpg hey i have 2 meet up with u guyz some where cuz iam gonna b Chaos (the 3 ep game outfit) and i want some awsome picks of Chaos and Kosmos fighting Teleos -------------------- Anime Central 2009 Cosplay ( I might b doing a skit if u want some 1 to help with or be in it a skit just ask me)
Fri: Gokudera ( future season with the red boxes and skull cannon from KHR)-75 % done Allen Walker ( Crowned Clown with black claw from D. Gray Man)- 100% done Sat: Second Gear Luffy ( From One piece)- 50 % percent done Death the kid ( From Soul Eater)-10 % done Allen Walker ( Crowned Clown with black claw from D. Gray Man)- 100% done Gokudera ( future season with the red boxes and skull cannon from KHR)- 75% done Sun :Death the kid ( From Soul Eater)- 10% done Maybe If i find excact time of photoshoot : Brock ( pokemon season D&P) - 100% done |
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Jul 30 2008, 10:35 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 450 Joined: 11-January 07 From: Villa Park, IL Member No.: 9,047 |
There's lots there that'll help with my 2010 cosplays. Sadly I still need to find where to get or how to make a clear face shield like this acrylic sheets -------------------- |
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Jul 30 2008, 10:46 PM
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![]() 2+2 = 5 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Veteran Posts: 1,549 Joined: 7-February 06 From: Hiding from my Sewing machine. Shh... Don't tell it I'm und the bed. Member No.: 6,190 |
acrylic sheets Thanks. Hopefully between that & the links from simonsaz3 I should be able to manage all mine. 2010 plans are: Kazuma from Scryed, Ronin Warriors (not sure who yet), Moldiver, plus I want to attempt KosMos eventually. I also might need to make a Zero helmet for this year. Major thanks to both of you. -------------------- Come Join the Bishie Brigade
Resident Ladyboy of the ACen Forums, Molester of Kasin, & Head of Fanged Servants for T_C's dungeon Possible ACen 2010 cosplays Completely Undecided. I'm trying my hand at sewing my own cosplays this year, so wish me luck. |
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Jul 30 2008, 10:53 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Regular Posts: 621 Joined: 3-December 06 From: Home <3 Member No.: 8,685 |
They may be called acrylic sheets but I don't know....but there's clear plastic vinyl (PVC) that JoAnn's sells....(it's the kind of stuff that is used to make some shower curtains) You'd just have to get the thicker stuff and stretch it over the area you need so it doesn't wrinkle and such.
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Jul 30 2008, 10:57 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 450 Joined: 11-January 07 From: Villa Park, IL Member No.: 9,047 |
They may be called acrylic sheets but I don't know....but there's clear plastic vinyl (PVC) that JoAnn's sells....(it's the kind of stuff that is used to make some shower curtains) You'd just have to get the thicker stuff and stretch it over the area you need so it doesn't wrinkle and such. Its also call Plexiglass ^^;;; -------------------- |
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Jul 30 2008, 10:59 PM
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![]() 2+2 = 5 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Veteran Posts: 1,549 Joined: 7-February 06 From: Hiding from my Sewing machine. Shh... Don't tell it I'm und the bed. Member No.: 6,190 |
Actually the acrylic sheets look like they'll work fine for the Zero mask, but I don't know how exactly to shape it yet. I already managed to find somewhere online that sell some for reasonable price. I just have to remember to order gray not black cause you can't see thru the black.
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Resident Ladyboy of the ACen Forums, Molester of Kasin, & Head of Fanged Servants for T_C's dungeon Possible ACen 2010 cosplays Completely Undecided. I'm trying my hand at sewing my own cosplays this year, so wish me luck. |
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Jul 30 2008, 11:05 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 450 Joined: 11-January 07 From: Villa Park, IL Member No.: 9,047 |
Did I mention they are expensive as hell? ^^;;
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Jul 30 2008, 11:20 PM
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![]() 2+2 = 5 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Veteran Posts: 1,549 Joined: 7-February 06 From: Hiding from my Sewing machine. Shh... Don't tell it I'm und the bed. Member No.: 6,190 |
Did I mention they are expensive as hell? ^^;; I found them for about $7 for a 1ft by 1ft sheet, which is all I'll need. Course I still need to check the shipping. *Edit* $4.79 for shipping -------------------- Come Join the Bishie Brigade
Resident Ladyboy of the ACen Forums, Molester of Kasin, & Head of Fanged Servants for T_C's dungeon Possible ACen 2010 cosplays Completely Undecided. I'm trying my hand at sewing my own cosplays this year, so wish me luck. |
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Jul 30 2008, 11:33 PM
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Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Elite Posts: 798 Joined: 24-May 03 From: The City of Racoons Member No.: 601 |
I remember a girl who used those colored plastic file folder thingies glued over plexiglass (polycarbonate is better though) for a visor. I used the same method and got some good results but I dont know how well it would work for something of that size. Oh, and the sheets were heat formed.
-------------------- I have zombies and I'm not afraid to use them!!
Open for wig commissions. |
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Jul 30 2008, 11:36 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 450 Joined: 11-January 07 From: Villa Park, IL Member No.: 9,047 |
I found them for about $7 for a 1ft by 1ft sheet, which is all I'll need. Course I still need to check the shipping. *Edit* $4.79 for shipping Thats not bad at all. As for cutting I suggest using a jigsaw Old thread that will most likely help you out. http://www.cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=53939 -------------------- |
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Jul 30 2008, 11:45 PM
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![]() 2+2 = 5 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Veteran Posts: 1,549 Joined: 7-February 06 From: Hiding from my Sewing machine. Shh... Don't tell it I'm und the bed. Member No.: 6,190 |
Thats not bad at all. As for cutting I suggest using a jigsaw Old thread that will most likely help you out. http://www.cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=53939 That does help with how to mold it. I can use the back of a wig head to get the curve right. Now I just gotta get the shape down. I figure it'll be oval-ish. Here is a pic of Zero's helmet. I'm no good at cutting shapes when they have to be curved as well. I'll get one of those folders to use as a test before I do anything permenant. -------------------- Come Join the Bishie Brigade
Resident Ladyboy of the ACen Forums, Molester of Kasin, & Head of Fanged Servants for T_C's dungeon Possible ACen 2010 cosplays Completely Undecided. I'm trying my hand at sewing my own cosplays this year, so wish me luck. |
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Jul 31 2008, 06:59 AM
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Member ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 23-May 07 From: BEHIND YOU Member No.: 11,629 |
Oh wow! Thanks for all the amazingly awesome comments! We hope to be able to make our 2009 cosplays fantasmic!
@Nichoals/Chaos: Those pictures would be a pretty awesome and epic for sure! Once again, thanks for everyones comments! 8D -------------------- ACEN 2009 COSPLAY 8D
Naoto (Dogs: Bullets and Carnage) Kairi (Kingdom Hearts 2) possibly a third... But it's a secret! |
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Jul 31 2008, 12:32 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 2,639 Joined: 25-June 06 From: Wherever I am, I'm working on my cosplay... Member No.: 7,489 |
That really looks like a job for resin-shell armor (the look and finish of resin without the weight of cast resin), but it is definitely a high-level task.
You'd need positive or negative molds for uniformity, fiberglass cloth, a lot of resin and catalyst, some really good dust masks (the kind for really fine particles), and a LOT (I mean an unbelievable amount) of sandpaper/sanding sponges and patience, because you will be sanding for what will seem like the rest of your life. Of course, what our good friends have listed above is a wealth of info in itself. -------------------- Acen Attendee since 2001 President of the TekoMuto fanclub! Sig invade'd'd'd'd'd'd'd'd'd by Alk <3 Forum Mental Archivist--Don't make me quote you! High Dominatrix of the Insanity Forums and the Planet Tekoron! Spam Squad veteran member! Over 150 captures! (I've stopped counting...) FREE! Cosplay construction and materials advice--get yours now! Never cause more mischief than that which is necessary for success. If you asked me for help/advice and I haven't gotten back to you, PM me so I'll remember! (I've been insanely busy lately...) |
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Jul 31 2008, 05:58 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Regular Posts: 1,565 Joined: 27-November 06 From: lynwood il Member No.: 8,636 |
RUGHRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!
~points at T_C~ you know that acrylic and pvc sheeting is ten times easier to use than fiberglass and resins ~cough~ acrylic is expensive << >> but if you buy scraps witch in most cases is all you need its not bad some one mentioned Wonderflex ~rampages~ yes fiberglass, Wonderflex, and resins are good for high detail and organic looking peaces i will admit but for armors with a sheen you have to spend a week just sanding to make it look respectable with sheeting its cut, heat, glue, and a small amount of sanding they come in any color and texture you want so no painting 1/8 in pvc sheets should be the same price for all colors (or well there riping ya) ~more nonsenical ranting~ good times to all -------------------- I am now taking prop commissions i make some of the best props available pm me if you want something made. (order early April and May slots are full) I make things. While you play I make things. While you watch tv I make things. While you hang out with friends I make things. While you learn I make things. While you work I make things. While you wait I make things. While you grow I make things. While you clean I make things. While you eat I make things. While you breath I make things. While you make things I make things. While you sleep I make things. While you plan I make things. While you travel I make things. While you read this I make things. I make things. |
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Aug 1 2008, 07:15 AM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 2,639 Joined: 25-June 06 From: Wherever I am, I'm working on my cosplay... Member No.: 7,489 |
He's right, you know
Lightweight rigid PVC would be the cheapest, sturdiest, and least toxic option aside from foam. WAY easier than resin, and cheaper and easier to deal with than Wonderflex. Even if you can't find the color of plastic you want, with Krylon or Rust-Oleum spray-paint (both brands make spray-paints that are formulated for plastics, plus a primer that makes any spray-paint suitable for plastic) you can get around that. With the proper adhesives and tools (a Dremel, some screws and sandpaper/sanding sponges, a hot knife, a heat gun, and probably a hacksaw), you can make almost any organic shape you please. -------------------- Acen Attendee since 2001 President of the TekoMuto fanclub! Sig invade'd'd'd'd'd'd'd'd'd by Alk <3 Forum Mental Archivist--Don't make me quote you! High Dominatrix of the Insanity Forums and the Planet Tekoron! Spam Squad veteran member! Over 150 captures! (I've stopped counting...) FREE! Cosplay construction and materials advice--get yours now! Never cause more mischief than that which is necessary for success. If you asked me for help/advice and I haven't gotten back to you, PM me so I'll remember! (I've been insanely busy lately...) |
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Aug 4 2008, 05:36 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,678 Joined: 15-December 06 From: My own graphically vivid mind... Member No.: 8,785 |
Wow, I've been asleep all weekend and totally missed this thread by a mile. Umm, so I'll try to help out the young padawans in need here. Bear with me!
=P That fursuit tutorial is awesome!! I'm tempted to make one soon. ^^ Haha, isn't it crazy cool? One day when I find a need for it, I shall attempt one too! =P There's lots there that'll help with my 2010 cosplays. Sadly I still need to find where to get or how to make a clear face shield like this I know you've already received help for the mask, but I'll look around for a specific tutorial for ya. =) Thanks. Hopefully between that & the links from simonsaz3 I should be able to manage all mine. 2010 plans are: Kazuma from Scryed, Ronin Warriors (not sure who yet), Moldiver, plus I want to attempt KosMos eventually. I also might need to make a Zero helmet for this year. Major thanks to both of you. Hehe, if you need anything else, let me know! I'll be more than happy to look around for tutorials for you (and anyone else who needs something!), hehe. =) -------------------- ~Saaema
deviantART||Cosplays||ACen albums =D **Need help making something? Check this guide for tutorials! Completed Cosplays: Hubby = Elite Beat Agent||Makoto Shishio||Cobra Commander|| ?? Me = Princess Zelda||Queen Rutela|| ?? |
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Aug 4 2008, 05:41 PM
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![]() 2+2 = 5 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Veteran Posts: 1,549 Joined: 7-February 06 From: Hiding from my Sewing machine. Shh... Don't tell it I'm und the bed. Member No.: 6,190 |
Actually I figured how I'm gonna do the face shield with help from my cousin. Any chance you have a tutorial for making plushies? That's something I'm really gonna need. I've got to make atleast 5 for ACen.
-------------------- Come Join the Bishie Brigade
Resident Ladyboy of the ACen Forums, Molester of Kasin, & Head of Fanged Servants for T_C's dungeon Possible ACen 2010 cosplays Completely Undecided. I'm trying my hand at sewing my own cosplays this year, so wish me luck. |
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Aug 4 2008, 05:52 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,678 Joined: 15-December 06 From: My own graphically vivid mind... Member No.: 8,785 |
Actually I figured how I'm gonna do the face shield with help from my cousin. Any chance you have a tutorial for making plushies? That's something I'm really gonna need. I've got to make atleast 5 for ACen. Depends on what kind of plushie you're making. Here's one (if you scroll down to the description, you can see it has parts to the tutorial)... =) -------------------- ~Saaema
deviantART||Cosplays||ACen albums =D **Need help making something? Check this guide for tutorials! Completed Cosplays: Hubby = Elite Beat Agent||Makoto Shishio||Cobra Commander|| ?? Me = Princess Zelda||Queen Rutela|| ?? |
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Aug 4 2008, 05:59 PM
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![]() 2+2 = 5 ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Forum Veteran Posts: 1,549 Joined: 7-February 06 From: Hiding from my Sewing machine. Shh... Don't tell it I'm und the bed. Member No.: 6,190 |
I need to make Urd & Lind's angels (from Ah! My Goddess), Tsukune (from Rosario+Vampire), & Cheese-kun (Pizza Hut's Japanese mascot). I should be able to use that for making Tsukune & possibly alter it for the angels.
-------------------- Come Join the Bishie Brigade
Resident Ladyboy of the ACen Forums, Molester of Kasin, & Head of Fanged Servants for T_C's dungeon Possible ACen 2010 cosplays Completely Undecided. I'm trying my hand at sewing my own cosplays this year, so wish me luck. |
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Aug 5 2008, 08:55 AM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,678 Joined: 15-December 06 From: My own graphically vivid mind... Member No.: 8,785 |
I need to make Urd & Lind's angels (from Ah! My Goddess), Tsukune (from Rosario+Vampire), & Cheese-kun (Pizza Hut's Japanese mascot). I should be able to use that for making Tsukune & possibly alter it for the angels. Here's another one... and another one. =) -------------------- ~Saaema
deviantART||Cosplays||ACen albums =D **Need help making something? Check this guide for tutorials! Completed Cosplays: Hubby = Elite Beat Agent||Makoto Shishio||Cobra Commander|| ?? Me = Princess Zelda||Queen Rutela|| ?? |
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Aug 5 2008, 12:35 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 207 Joined: 6-May 08 From: Trevor, WI Member No.: 18,212 |
Oi, peoples... check out my cosplay guide (link in signature) to see if there's a tutorial in there for you! If not, I'll be happy to look around for some that you guys specifically asked for, hehe. Keep an eye out for an update soon! =) i love your signature for that.. now i shall be (happily) stuck staring at tutorials half the day. -------------------- EPIC recruit in Excel's Dark Army ACEN 2010: Confirmed: Toboe furry (Wolf's Rain), Red or Blu Soldier (TF2). Unconfirmed: Arioch (Drakengard), Yukina (Yu Yu Hakusho) ACen 09 pictures Fangirl of the Bishie Brigade! |
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Aug 6 2008, 07:54 PM
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![]() Advanced Member ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 1,678 Joined: 15-December 06 From: My own graphically vivid mind... Member No.: 8,785 |
i love your signature for that.. now i shall be (happily) stuck staring at tutorials half the day. Hehe, I'm glad! I've recruited another fan... yay! Time to fish out some more... =) -------------------- ~Saaema
deviantART||Cosplays||ACen albums =D **Need help making something? Check this guide for tutorials! Completed Cosplays: Hubby = Elite Beat Agent||Makoto Shishio||Cobra Commander|| ?? Me = Princess Zelda||Queen Rutela|| ?? |
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