Cosplay Confessions- Fabric shopping Cosplays

Recently we are in a big rush to get ourselves ready for a convention in February.... you know, with the holidays and finals in between and all.....

So we are back in the swing of things and we have a new post and video for you!

And guess who's a few months too late on this? Team CCB....

Video!

1) When fabric shopping we like to do a bunch of different things. The biggest is reference pictures. You need a lot of reference pictures to match colors and decided what materials and how much you need.
- Front view
- Back view
- Full body
- A bunch of close ups.
Yes, you need all of these or most of these.

2)As for fabric, pick what you think the character's clothing is most likely to be. Get into there heads, what fabric do you see them wearing in the given situation? Some people like leather for certain things. I know a cosplayer out there did leather for something I'm making but I like suede since it has a good look to it. Pick what fits the bill in your mind. Look at texture, color, cost, and weight. A lightweight fabric might not work to make a jacket for example.
Also shop close to holidays since Americans are fond of having holiday themed sales.

Needles and the above go hand in hand. Thick fabrics need a heavy duty needle. Pleather and Leather and Jersey knit need special needles. Trust me, your life will be hell if you are using the wrong needle. More then likely you will either break your needle or the ruin the fabric. What am I trying to say? Get the right needle.

Interfacing... that is a whole other monster to conquer. We suggest knowing the enemy before using it. Interfacing is tricky but we know some good sewing and general crafting sites out there who can use it better than we can. Do not, please do not, use it on the final fabric because chances are you will mess up. That is ok, everyone messes up there first few rounds with it. No worries, just brush your self off and keep trying. Watching videos(if there are any) and reading blog post about it are helpful.

Patterns, these are suggestions. You consult it for fabric type, weight, interfacing and what not but it really is just consulting. You do not have to follow it completely unless it is an exact pattern. But knowing what it recommends is helpful so do not over look it.

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~SRP team