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[AmethystLongcat]

TurkFox, on Apr 15 2010, 01:05 PM, said:

AmethystLongcat, on Apr 15 2010, 12:34 PM, said:

Poor Turkfox, I feel for you; all these nutty costumed people shouting at you. XD

If you think this is bad, you should see some of emails I've had! Most people are polite and such, but there are the odd ones out and a few repeat offenders!

Wow what a dumb thing to get angry over.

[starjadzia]

I would love to get involved with the Cosplay aspect of CM though I'm restricted with my size and the fact that I can't sew to save my life. lol

I have loved dressing up ever since I was a kid.  I try and talk friends into Fancy Dress for parties but have no takers.  I adore Samhain (Halloween) and try and put together a really well thought-out and different costume to everyone else.

I've been looking on ebay for costumes in larger sizes but aren't happy with the ones on there.  I would love one that's that little bit different than anything you'd get in a shop.  For Example...I love the idea of wearing Jadzia Dax's Wedding outfit.  I wonder if that would be easy to make and whether I could talk my aunt into making it for me?

Does anyone know of any costume designers/makers who I could contact.  Ideally I can't spend more than £100 on it as I've spent a fortune on plane flights and the hotel as I'm coming from Jersey (Channel Island).

Oh.....and I know you guys don't know me from Adam (who's Adam....oh yeah...that guy on Torchwood lol).  But if anyone wants to store their clothes etc in my hotel room I can only assure you that I'm trustworthy and won't be filling my suitcase with everyone's gear (can you imagine the extra charges at the airport check-in) lmao

Anyway....hope to get some advice from the pro's when it comes to Cosplay.

Oh, and I'm going home on the Monday so couldn't join in this Masquerade whatever it is....but I'm just really wanting to dress up anyway.  Plus it'll look good in my Klingon Photo-shoot. hehehe

Love and Light, Star xx

[AmethystLongcat]

starjadzia, on Apr 16 2010, 10:02 PM, said:

I would love to get involved with the Cosplay aspect of CM though I'm restricted with my size and the fact that I can't sew to save my life. ...

I have problems with my size and silly shape aswell. I think getting stuff under £100 made is going to be impossible. If you're not good at sewing have you ever thought of a simple costume then buying something as a base then using that as a starting point and adding bits hear and there? If you really didn't want to sew I guess some strong fabric glue would work.

[TurkFox]

Yeah, even the commissions I take would be almost that price for an entire costume, and I'm not a pro.

[starjadzia]

Yeah, I think my only option for a unique outfit would be to work on a base and add to it.  I could possibly use some kind of fabric glue or something.  Or maybe ask my aunt nicely if she could help if it wasn't too much work.

Time to get hunting in the charity shops for possible items I can cannibalise into some kind of creation. lol.

If anyone else has any idea's I'm very grateful. lol

[AmethystLongcat]

starjadzia, on Apr 18 2010, 10:12 PM, said:

Yeah, I think my only option for a unique outfit would be to work on a base and add to it.  I could possibly use some kind of fabric glue or something.  Or maybe ask my aunt nicely if she could help if it wasn't too much work.

Time to get hunting in the charity shops for possible items I can cannibalise into some kind of creation. lol.

If anyone else has any idea's I'm very grateful. lol

Wear a Spy Mask with character on it. ????. PROFIT!

Oh and they're maybe two other possible cosplayers coming with me now

Edited by AmethystLongcat, 19 April 2010 - 12:40 PM.

[TurkFox]

UPDATE:
Unfortunately, due to various circumstances, there won't be a masquerade or other cosplay things at this event. You can still cosplay on any day of the event, of course

[BeatrixKiddo88]

Thats a shame, thanks for the effort though!  

So anyone else cosplaying, any new costumes your premiering?

[enty]

starjadzia, on Apr 16 2010, 09:02 PM, said:

I would love to get involved with the Cosplay aspect of CM though I'm restricted with my size and the fact that I can't sew to save my life. lol

I have loved dressing up ever since I was a kid.  I try and talk friends into Fancy Dress for parties but have no takers.  I adore Samhain (Halloween) and try and put together a really well thought-out and different costume to everyone else.

I've been looking on ebay for costumes in larger sizes but aren't happy with the ones on there.  I would love one that's that little bit different than anything you'd get in a shop.  For Example...I love the idea of wearing Jadzia Dax's Wedding outfit.  I wonder if that would be easy to make and whether I could talk my aunt into making it for me?

Does anyone know of any costume designers/makers who I could contact.  Ideally I can't spend more than £100 on it as I've spent a fortune on plane flights and the hotel as I'm coming from Jersey (Channel Island).

Oh.....and I know you guys don't know me from Adam (who's Adam....oh yeah...that guy on Torchwood lol).  But if anyone wants to store their clothes etc in my hotel room I can only assure you that I'm trustworthy and won't be filling my suitcase with everyone's gear (can you imagine the extra charges at the airport check-in) lmao

Anyway....hope to get some advice from the pro's when it comes to Cosplay.

Oh, and I'm going home on the Monday so couldn't join in this Masquerade whatever it is....but I'm just really wanting to dress up anyway.  Plus it'll look good in my Klingon Photo-shoot. hehehe

Love and Light, Star xx

I would be willing to help. I make costumes for my daughter Sarah who cosplays at these events. I dont charge as such only really for the fabrics as I do it for fun. I am not an expert but I have made costumes for others, mainly Dr Who and Claire from Heroes.

[starjadzia]

Oooooo ooo ooo ooo......do I sound like a monkey lol...got a bit excited there. lol.

What would you be able to make in the way of StarTrek?  Like I said I'm a rather large size (2x or 3x in American).  I would have liked a starfleet uniform of Deep space nine/ Voyager time with the two parts, maybe just the top done and I could wear black trousers.  But I'd be worrying that it might not suit the larger type (show too many lumps and bumps lol).  What do others think?

If I was any good at sewing I had my heart set on Jadzia's wedding outfit (the red dress) but can imagine that would be a nightmare to make.

I'm guessing you'd be able to bring it to the event as we don't have much time left for postage (especially to jersey uk).  I can pay you through paypal for the material before you have to buy it so you're not out of pocket....and then throw you a few quid for making it when I see you I guess.  Any idea how much? lol.

Sorry if this sounds a bit manic but have spent so long looking online and have no time to order anything now. lol

[ann+sara+emma+dani]

I'll be bringing Donna Noble along to the event, unfortunately my other costumes that were are in the pipeline are still in the pipeline. Oh well!

[PI'edPiper]

im going as the 11th doctor

[touchthesky]

Cool, post pics :)

[Rose_Tyler]

im debuting my Hand Made Alice Costume took me 4 months

[TCA DJHicks]

I'll be there from 8am on Saturday, Sunday and Monday with The Costumed Alliance...

Over the 3 days i'll be wearing my Mandalorian Merc (custom bobba/jango fett) and maybe my General Grievous costume!

[naurarwen_fangorn]

TCA DJHicks, on May 27 2010, 12:15 PM, said:

I'll be there from 8am on Saturday, Sunday and Monday with The Costumed Alliance...

Over the 3 days i'll be wearing my Mandalorian Merc (custom bobba/jango fett) and maybe my General Grievous costume!

Wow General Grievous this I can't wait to get pics of. Have seen your pics on the other thread you made and can I just say it looks EPIC! I love how you have done the legs by wear pants made of the same material as the inside of the cloak so it blends in. So depending which day you do it, if its Sat or Sun and you have an Edward Cullen cosplayer, or Monday and you have a Tonks cosplayer asking for a picture don't worry its only me and I don't bite.

[TCA DJHicks]

Find our table (The Costumed Alliance / TCA) and ask for DJHicks... Most probs i'll be in my Mando cozzy but ask for me and if i've been in the mando for a while i'll change over!

Edited by TCA DJHicks, 27 May 2010 - 06:27 PM.

[naurarwen_fangorn]

TCA DJHicks, on May 27 2010, 07:26 PM, said:

Find our table (The Costumed Alliance / TCA) and ask for DJHicks... Most probs i'll be in my Mando cozzy but ask for me and if i've been in the mando for a while i'll change over!

I shall do just that then. Wouldn't mind a pic of you in your mando aswell so either is good for me.

[touchthesky]

Rose_Tyler, on May 26 2010, 11:23 PM, said:

im debuting my Hand Made Alice Costume took me 4 months

Lets see a photoo :)

[starjadzia]

Well it got too late in the day and I couldn't get a costume.  So.......I've found my metal Trek Comms badge.  

I've also bought some henna paste and was hoping to do some trill markings.  Do you think it'd work?  Do you think I'd be allowed it on the plane?  It doesn't say how many ml's it is but I does say on the tube 'approx 40 grammes.

Anyone going who is artistic enough to help me apply it?  Please help me. lol.  Wanna go as my fave Voyager female and namesake (I've been StarJadzia for ages now).