Schlagwort: tutorials in english
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Ahoge ahoy! How to style a cowlick on a wig
Cosplay hairstyles defy the rules of gravity! A fine example: so-called ahoge (Japanese) or cowlicks, protruding strands of hair that stick out from the head at an impossible angle. While hairspray can make short strands and chunky spikes stand up on their own, these kind of long, narrow antennae need more support. At the same…
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How to Wear Heavy Wigs
If you love crazy cosplay wigs as much as I do, you know that styling them is one thing – but wearing them can be a whole new challenge! Long wigs, heavily styled wigs, back-heavy ponytail wigs – many cosplayers find them uncomfortable, or even painful to wear. This doesn’t have to be the case…
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How to Detangle Long Wigs
If you’ve ever worn a long wig for a cosplay, this problem will sound familiar: wigs tangle quickly, and brushing them afterwards can often take longer than the photoshoot itself! As annoying as it is, you should make it a habit to detangle knotted wigs before you wear them again. In this tutorial, I will…
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10 Tips for Cosplay Beginners
Have you been ogling all the amazing costumes that people wear on social media and at conventions? Would you love to start working on a cosplay project of your own, but you simply don’t know where to start? Then I’ve got a list for you that will get you into the right mind for cosplay,…
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New Tutorial Book: Wigs 3D
Your one-stop wig styling guide: how to cut bangs, add volume, create curls and spikes – from natural looks to crazy styles! Buy here – or pre-order the German edition: Perücken 3D A long time in the making, “Wigs 3D” is my third wig book and it’s the one you’ve all been waiting for! It…
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How to Make a Boot Cover
No luck finding shoes in the perfect color? Can’t afford those gorgeous overknee boots that would be perfect for your cosplay? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to sew a fabric cover to make your own boots. It doesn’t matter if your base shoe is a worn-out slipper or an ankle boot! Learn how…
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How to Make Stockings and Boots Stay Up
Are you tired of pulling up your stockings every time you take a few steps? Annoyed at all the cosplay photos that are ruined by your out-of-control legwear? If you’ve ever worn a costume with thigh-highs or overknee boots, I know you feel the pain! Even though these slouchy boots look cute on clumsy Steph…
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How to Make a Shoe Cover
Can’t find the perfect footwear to match your costume? Learn how to modify your shoes by covering them in a fabric of your choice! In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to create and attach a simple shoe cover for slippers or pumps. For boots, there are a few extra steps that you’ll learn in…
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Cosplayers in Times of Corona
Cosplay relies on conventions, fellow fans and publicity to thrive. All that seems so far away in a pandemic, when events are canceled and most of us are either sheltering in place, or trying to avoid close contact with other human beings as much as possible. What can cosplayers do in corona times? I’ve collected…
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How to Sew an Adjustable Face Mask
Do you need a simple face mask that will fit anyone? Here’s my beginner-friendly tutorial for a pleated mask with adjustable straps. It’s adaptable to all sizes, no pattern needed! When you’re making masks for people other than yourself, it’s best to give them a way to adjust the straps to their head size. That’s…