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Article by Amy Ratcliffe
Amy Ratcliffe still has no idea what she wants to be when she grows up. But until then, she will keep playing D&D, reading comics, and perfecting the ultimate chic lightsaber. Strong female characters in the world of geek (movies, comics, & books) influence her attitude and costumes. Visit her blog Geek with Curves or follow her on Twitter. 6 Comments
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Cute and helpful little article ^^ All of my costume stuff is a mishmash of lost and (occasionally) found items picked up from fairs, thrift stores, antique stores, toy stores and raiding old wardrobes. Even though many things need a bit of a human touch (a little sanding here, dirt and paint there), with a little creativity it's quite easy to make even the most fake looking items look awesome!
And when all else fails I have a girlfriend who can sew, so that works out well.
Thrift stores are my favorites for costume bits. I forgot all about hitting up toy stores for weapons you can mod. That might be a whole other post.
And yeah – Lianne is a rocking costume maker/seamstress. You're lucky!
Glue! Why didn't I think of glue! It's so simple, and yet…. Thanks for this!
Seriously.
Seriously. Hot glue and hemming tape are my best costuming friends.
I have okay sewing skills, so glue has always felt like cheating, but I may have to reconsider that opinion.
I see what you mean, but it will definitely be helpful in a pinch or for a last minute costume.