I'm actually going to go through and EXPLAIN how I put the Head piece together for Gwendolyn.
Step 1. Cut out the proper shape from tagboard, cut darts (where they will come together) in the proper places, and tape to form a 3d shape.
Step 2. Papier mache the hell outta that shit. I seriously did about 5 layers. It's light, it's cheap, and it's easy.
Step 3. Finish the inside curve with black paint. Never EVER leave anything unfinished. EVER. Let it dry, and you'll be chill.
Step 4. Cut out all the feathers you need.
Step 5. Start from the back of the wing, and work your way forward and up using hot glue. Be careful!
Step 6. Repeat until finished! Stand back and gaze upon it in glee.
So, I knew this wasn't going to be an easy venture with Sailor Jupiter. I went into this project with an open mind and a willingness to do whatever I need to make it work.
Let's begin with this:
"How did you make your leotard? Did you buy it?"
No, I did not buy it. I made it. I drafted my own pattern for it too. It's really quite simple. The method i used is easily imitated, and can be done with stuff you find in your own dresser.
1. Find a nice, close fitting tank top, and either bathing suit bottoms or a pair of bikini style underwear.
2. Lay out your fabric, fold it in half, and smooth out any wrinkles.
3. Lay the tank top and bottoms. Line them up so that they look like a bathing suit.
4. Trace, leaving 1/4 inch seam allowance.
5. Pin and sew. I am using an invisible zipper at one of the two side seams. Now is when you would want to do that.
6. Finish edges, turn right side out, and try it on.
"Why not just trace a regular bathing suit?"
On to the skirt!
I am currently in the process of making the skirt for Jupiter, figuring out a good way to attach everything, and still keep it simple to put on.
From what I've seen other people do, It seems that they plan on having the hip roll and skirt completely removable.
Good plan.
SO here's what I intend to do:
1. Hem material
2. Pleat the skirt.
3. Sew accordingly
4. Create a second underskirt of the same colored fabric for extra volume and coverage.
5. Attach both skirts to a waistband, with the center seam being the dip in the "V" of the skirt.
6. Turn the waistband into a half elastic waistband, keeping it easy to put on.
7. Attach the hip roll with coordinating snaps and hooks.
We shall see if this actually works!
Happy costuming!
Ciao,
~Korynn
