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…ry different than it has for as long as any of us can remember. With the virus still widespread, parties aren’t a good idea. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your Halloween! It just means that instead of a big bash, you get to go for an immersive experience. Usually when we pick Halloween costumes we get as close to the character’s costume as possible but that’s as far as we take it. This year, at least, let’s go deeper. We’ll show you which…

…part-time passion to a full-time profession. Michelle Krikowa, Yaya Han, JusZ Cosplay, Henchwench & Scrap Shop Props, Philip Odango, and Piltover City Customs all shared how they got into professional cosplay. They covered the ups and downs of taking it from a hobby to a career and shared suggestions on how others might do the same when they’re ready. The Cosplay An online event meant there was less cosplay than usual. But a few artists still put…

…out to Led Zeppelin as Hyde. If you can’t find anything in your closet, peruse thrift stores for some vintage threads. Avatar the Last Airbender Since Avatar: The Last Airbender hit Netflix, there’s been a resurgence of the fandom. From its way of storytelling to its poignant themes, this Nickelodeon cartoon is loved by many. The outfits can actually be quite simple to make. In fact, Portia, featured in our Spotlight on Black Cosplayers interview…

…put on a diaper outside of a medical condition, even if it’s for a good cause like Halloween. Here we have an adult costume from baby Tommy from Rugrats. We’ll give a hard pass to this one, as we’re sure everyone else did. See more Rugrats costumes… Wakko from Animaniacs We were shocked to see a Wakko costume from Animaniacs in the clearance section. Sure, the Animaniacs are beloved, but after 20+ years, they’re not something you’d expect a costu…

…e, black, red, neon green (glow-in-the-dark optional) Various sized paint brushes Polyurethane sealer spray Paper fasteners 5 yards 1” thick black elastic (non-roll preferred) E6000 glue Magnetic snap Dull pencil Scissors Thick jewelry wire Thin jewelry wire (0.3mm) Dark brown felt Embroidery needle Dark brown embroidery floss Dark brown turtleneck shirt Black jeans Black combat boots Heat resistant rubber bands Plasti-Dip spray Fine sandpaper Sil…

…s Paper Scissors Pencil Tracing Paper Iron (if using Iron on paper) Paint Brush (if using paint) Prewash your spandex fabric to prevent shrinkage. PATTERN: Cut pattern for view B. Shorten sleeves to elbow length. Line up front and back pieces at side seam, overlapping at 5/8” seam allowance. Take a piece of tracing paper and draw out side panel design. CUTTING: Cut sleeves, jumpsuit front and back out of yellow spandex, following cutting instructi…

…antic story out there but there’s no denying the appeal of Hamilton. Gorgeous dresses and great music make it a perfect classic to draw some inspiration from, whether a Schuyler sister or the man himself, Alexander Hamilton. Pride and Prejudice Pride and Prejudice is one of Jane Austen’s most beloved novels. And as its many film adaptations prove, that is in no small part because it is an enduring love story perfect for a Valentine’s cosplay date….

…ainer cosplay! We immediately recognized this Red Queen Kitty Pryde from X-Men. This was her first cosplay ever and she crushed it! Tweet…

…ned into outfits. The one on the left reminds us of Mary Sanderson from Hocus Pocus. Flower crowns, embellished with colorful flowers and ribbons, are a best-seller each season. Elan Pottery offers handmade pottery, underglaze transfer sheets, enamel pins, and fresh roasted coffee. Unleash your inner knight with wooden swords and shields, decorated in various colors and emblems. Cosplay At faire, cosplay comes in many forms. Some people arrive in…

…was thrilled to return to CPAC for a weekend of anime, cosplay, and fun. Brush up on last year’s offerings our coverage of CPAC 2022. Featured Cosplayers Featured cosplay guests had their own tables in the artist alley and served as judges for the cosplay contest. Horror Queen Cosplay is an NJ based cosplayer who has been cosplaying since 2008. Recently, she won the award for Best Advanced Cosplay Skit in Zenkaikon 2023’s Cosplay Masquerade. Here…