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TUTORIALS

Hello! This page contains links to tutorials I have written, helpful Tumblr asks I have answered over the years, and helpful Twitter threads, sorted by category. I'm working on getting all this uploaded to another site as to not rely on third-party social media, but in the meantime, please enjoy!

Website-hosted content is near the top, and social media-hosted content is lower down the page.


Finding Cosplay Photoshoot Locations
Keeping Cool at Summer Cons
Preventing Fan Funk
​Pre-con Skincare Routine
Becoming a Professional Cosplayer

Bunnysuit Pattern Reviews
Review Parameters - Read this first
Aranea Black "Amber" Bodysuit
Katkow Creations
McCall's M7398 (Yaya Han)
Corsets by Caroline
Simplicity 100701 (Effy Sews)
Cut/Sew
Rufflebutt Cosplay
Tehja's Wonderland "Roxi" Bodysuit
Katie Cosplays

Sewing and Fabric Craft

Stretch Applique Tips
Circle Skirt Hems
Quilting Rulers on Colored Fabric
Dyeing a Beaded Dress
Estimating Yardage
Sewing Knits
Squaring Cut Fabrics
Temperature and Fabric Choice
Basic Sash Tutorial
Faux Cuffs and Collars 
Bunnysuit Construction 
Faux Fur Pompoms
Determining fabric yardage from a mockup
Hook and eye stabilization
Pattern contouring for improved fit
Stretch piping
Gathering thread
Machine rolled hems
80s leotard legline tips


Wigs, Hair, and Makeup

Wig Tangle Prevention using silicone spray
Cheaper lacefronts
Masculine lipstick
Arda Wigs Pros and Cons 
Wearing a wig when you have a low hairline
Masculine Long Hair
Using Real Hair
Basic Cosplay Makeup
Adding Volume to Wigs
Contouring for different face shapes
Securing Very Long Wigs
Wearing Heavy Wigs
Pearl (Steven Universe) Wig Advice 1
Pearl (SU) Wig Advice 2

Foundation Garments

Preventing Cameltoe 
Making shapewear 
Preventing strapless bras from slipping
Making superhero briefs
Preventing bra show-through
Bra cup replacement

Props, Accessories, and Armor

Pearl (Steven Universe) Spear, Transparent and Lighted 
Wearing Oversized Horns
Applying Rhinestones
Wizard staff process
Painting Edges
Lightweight Fabric Wings
Cage Skirts
Open Front Hoop Skirts
Pearl and Rainbow Quartz Gem Advice
Aliexpress molds for props
Boobplate armor sizing

Cosplay-specific

Condesce (Homestuck) breakdown
Roxy Lalonde ballgown (Homestuck) breakdowns: 1, 2
Yurio (Yuri on Ice) Agape outfit materials
Lady Oscar (The Rose of Versailles) materials
Yuri Plisetsky Agape Writeup

Safety

Ice skates PSA
How to Stay Cool at Cons

Fandom Culture, History, and Con-Related Tutorials

How cons have changed since 2003
Age, Careers, and Cosplay
How to write a cosplay help panel
Making Cosplayer Cards
Tips for Con Newbies
Thoughts on cosplay accuracy 

Organization, Hygiene, and Wearing Cosplays

Washing Cosplays
Preventing fan funk
Wearing a Catsuit
Wearing Hoop Skirts 1
Wearing Hoop Skirts 2

Cosplay Competitions

Cosplay Contest Walkon Advice

Misc.

Children, Cosplay, and Growth
Making AU Designs
Jojo tanlines tips 

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