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…nman cosplay from MTV (Violet Twirls & GluDood / @jpeake84) is out of this world. This Princess Leia cosplayer may have once been enslaved by Jabba the Hutt in Star Wars, but looks like a boss here. Charlie Brown from Peanuts looks prepared for the apocalypse. Got a kick out of the “Lucy” rocket launcher. We were also in the presence of royalty, with Shrek and Fiona in attendance. A wonderful interpretation of Stitch, of Lilo and Stitch, in humano…

…by Geeks Out, FlameCon describes itself as largest queer comic con in the world. This con welcomes geeks from all walks of life to “celebrate the diversity and creativity of queer geekdom and LGBTQ contributions to pop culture.” With its focus on inclusivity, the con also emphasizes accessibility, accommodations, and allyship. It’s the con for all things LGBTQ media and fandom, with panels, performances, vendors, artists — and of course, cosplay….

…re is something I certainly rely more heavily on.” You’ve been featured at RuPaul’s Drag Con, Emerald City Comic Con, and now here at Flame Con. What got you into the convention scene? Terry: “I think as I started working in comics, knowing that conventions were a just a good way to connect with readers, or people who like your artwork, to me felt important. I think artists and writers tend to or can live a very solitary life, alone in their room…

…on Costume. And this is for all of the cosplayers and costumers around the world. First of all, I think it’s so cool what you guys do. Absolutely awesome. So I think to really get into character for those kinds of roles, is to really study up on your character and find the details and the nuances. Because that’s what sets you apart from every other cosplay and every other costume out there. It’s like finding those tiny little things that nobody el…

…f bleached muslin 12 oz bag of Polyfil 1 and ⅛ yards of twill tape White thread Blue thread Brown thread 7 yards of brown flannel 2 and ½ yards of blue faux suede ½ yard of tan broadcloth 4 yards of fusible midweight interfacing Hook and eye kit Sew-in Velcro 1 spool of thin beige ribbon 1 spool of 1/4″ white ribbon 1 spool of thin blue ribbon 6 medium sized snaps 2 skeins of blue embroidery floss Blue single fold bias tape Extra thick brown ribbo…

…y, depending on how you look at things. Her long history with Thor and the world of superheroes gives her perspective as unique as her style is classic. Monica Rambeau Monica Rambeau stole the hearts of MCU fans as Maria’s daughter in Captain Marvel. And she broke them in the episode that finally revealed what happened to Monica – and her mother – during The Blip. Of course she wasted no time getting right back to work. That dedication landed her…

…ction of Pablo Escobar (see costume) casts a sharp dissonance between his frumpy appearance — ugly sweaters, dad jeans, and all — and his ice-cold leadership of a Colombian drug cartel. 15. Harambe new With the last costume on the list, we once again leave the fictional realm for the real world. We lost Harambe (see costume) this year, and plenty of people are looking to commemorate the altruistic ape through costume. Want more power rankings? Che…

…ead to other arbiters. Quin is a friendly arbiter who loves to drink human world alcohol. This guide will help you transform into the arbiter, Quin! Things You’ll Need: Grey Hoodie Black eyepatch Gold paper Glass locket Silver paper Scissors Red ribbon Gold and red metallic markers Safety pin Blue maxi skirt White Lab coat Beige flats Short bobbed wig Hot glue gun Wig Quin’s hair is short (neck length) and her bangs are shorter and choppy. I didn’…

…here to Find Them, the Crimes of Grindelwald, which expanded on state-side world of the Potter-verse. There’s the main wizards Newt Scamander and Tina Goldstein, and newer faces like Gellert Grindelwald, Leta LeStrange, Nagini, and Credence Barebone. Of course there’s no rule that you says you can’t mix them with your favorite characters from the Harry Potter series either, like Luna Lovegood, Snape, Sybill Trelawney, Bellatrix LeStrange, or Mad-E…

…ady (see costume) and Claire Dearing (see costume) are another couple who grudingly partner up in order to stop a blood-thirsty Indominus rex. Though one member of this pair seems more prepared to trek across the island than the other does. Suicide Squad Harley Quinn (see costume) and the Joker (see costume) are the quintessential criminal duo. Too bad they seem to have had a falling out in Suicide Squad since they’re not seen together much. Of co…