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Ottoman-occupied Heracles cosplay help

Hello hetalia community :)

I've been learning how to sew, and I've gotten to the point where I can use a sewing machine correctly and efficiently plus read a pattern (decently). I just need some help trying to pick out some patterns and I need suggestions on fabric and other minor details inside the cosplay

If cut doesn't work, I apologize so much. Anyone who has decided to click through my cut, thank you. This is the cosplay I am planning on doing

I remember when I first got into Hetalia back in 2009, I saw this and thought 'jdafs;kgdha'. Bros, This haz so much swag, Imma be so happy when I finish it

This is another picture of how long it's going to be, and how the sleeves should look like from a distance.

Excuse sexual pose because I will never pose like that...

The top picture is what I'm going to base the whole entire cosplay on. Well, here's the problem at hand.

I have a general idea on what I'm going to do:
I'm going to start with the general costume, (long sleeves, slight V neck, and up to little past mid thigh).
Then I'm going to work on the little frills on the V-neck,
Finally, I'm going to use my school's embroidery machine to do the sash. (because that probably is going to be the most difficult part since of all the little details.)
I'll grab some tulips before I head down to the convention center, and buy a mask after the sales going on after Halloween.

The big question is:
*what patterns should I use
*any suggestions on material type/quantity for main body, then for sash
*would you guys suggest a metallic gold thread for the sash, or a more suttle gold.
* what kind of fabric should I use for the little ruffles for the v-neck thing.

If you wouldn't mind answering, that would make my day. :)

You can also contact me at http://turkishmustache.tumblr.com/ and http://turkish-mustache.deviantart.com/

Thank you,
Turkishmustache/Nyla

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Psst- your cut's not working. I think metallic gold thread would complement the rest of the outfit nicely. I think maybe use a lighter material for the clothes and a thicker material for the sash or the other way around. :) Good luck!

I wasn't sure if metallic gold thread would be good because I knew it would pop/look well with the rest of the outfit, but I had some second thoughts it would be too much. And thank you! I'll try my hardest. :D
(fkdslalsh -slams head on keyboard- lj cuts never work for me ;~; I don't know what I did wrong...)

I don't think it would be too much. For a simple outfit like that, you should have at least something that pops out, otherwise it would be too plain. :)

That's why I'm questioning everything- since it's so simple that I want it to be perfect ;_; aha
That's a really good point though, the metallic would really go well with a nice rich blue and give the eyes something to go to :D

Hmm, let's see how to fix your lj-cut!

Maybe it's because you didn't put a space between lj-cut and text?

Ah, and sorry I couldn't leave any comments about your actual question! I don't cosplay at all, aha. Sorry! <3

^^ It's no problem- I'm glad someone is trying to help me with my livejournal-cut problem XD
And I did try to put a space between the lj-cut and cut, but it didn't do anything ;_;

It would. Well, when you get the outfit, you could always take it to the store and compare the thread colors and see which one looks better. XD

Unfortunately I can't help you with your questions. ;_; *Knows nothing about sewing.* Good luck!

Do you post using rich-text mode, by any chance? Could that be why your cut doesn't work?

Aww, it's okay. I'll figure it out somehow, if not I can ask my sewing teacher. (And if she doesn't know, time to whip out the ice-cream!) And thank you :D

I did use rich-text mode: I'll try to do it under html mode.

I may not know you well, but you are now my god. Thank you!! <3 It did work :D

No prob! :D I'm just sorry I can't help you with your awesome cosplay. :(

In a slight way you are- the more people who are interested in it: the more I want to complete it soon. Then I can camwhore- I mean take pictures of it and be joyous. :D

If you are somewhat familiar with modifying patterns you can use this on http://www.renaissancetailor.com/demos_underwear.htm.

Otherwise you could buy this one http://www.sewingpatterns.com/sub_item.php?item_num=4091MCC&model=%&new_category=&view=gallery&brand=&category=search&pageGoto=72&pageFormat=3|186|186&pageCount=18&search=costumes&return=yes

For material for the shirt Cotton would be the most realistic but since it is a cosplay you will only use a few times I would get a cheap material, perhaps lining it if the material is to thin. For the sash the material is irrelevant since it will be so heavy with treat.

I'll be honest but this costume won't be very complicated unlike others I've seen. But make sure the material is light and make sure it works with your skin. You don't some cheap material rubbing against your skin and creating rashes and whatnot.

The top part with that small fabric, just stitch it on but remember to put some material inside it to keep it up and from flapping onto you.

Hope that helps

I think a lot of the pattern companies have basic tunic patterns (check the 'costume' section of the pattern books/websites) which might even end up being exactly what you need. They would probably require little in the way of modification, and as they're generally not fitted through the torso it probably wouldn't be too hard to create the neckline you're looking for, if you couldn't find a pattern that already had it.

For material I would use a lightweight cotton or linen. I like Kona Cotton for lightweight cosplay, as it's a lightweight quilter's cotton that still has some substance to it, and it's not expensive. I would try not to use extremely lightweight inexpensive broadcloth because it would be see-through, and it tends to wrinkle really easily. XD

Your pattern will tell you how much you need.

For the ruffles you might be able to use the same type of material as the shirt, but I don't know without trying it myself if it would be stiff enough to make the ruffles stand out. Otherwise, go for something a little heavier.

You probably want a heavier-weight fabric for the sash as in the picture, it looks like the sash is stiffer than the shirt. My default fabric for that sort of thing tends to be cotton twill, but I've never embroidered for a costume, so I don't know! XD

For metallic vs. non-metallic, my main concern would be how it looks in pictures. Perhaps try snapping a picture with your phone in the store and see if it looks all right? I think the metallic ones also tend to be scratchier, but it's not directly touching your skin, so I don't know how concerning that is for you.

One thing that I've found that really helps in situations where I'm modifying a pattern is to make a mock-up of the costume first in cheap fabric. That way, I can make all my mistakes and modifications there and I'll end up with a custom pattern that's more durable than the paper ones. You can buy muslin pretty cheap for this purpose, or even use something like old bedsheets! It might end up costing a little extra, but I figure it's worth it if it keeps me from messing up and having to re-buy the good stuff. XD

I hope some of that was helpful. ^^;;;

I'm not sure if anything I've got to say can actually help, because I've done a grand total of one Hetalia cosplay, and got a lot of help from more experienced people (and also my mom.)

As for pattern, my recommendation would be to find something like this http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/product_view/2278633 or another kind of "pirate shirt" type of layout, and then make alterations as you see fit. I'm sure you can probably find a tutorial for the exact collar you want.

For the fabric, your best bet is to look around a fabric store at different kinds of fabrics and their prices. With my Denmark costume, I was more or less bound by trying to match the colors to the existing part of my costume. I think if you find a cheap enough fabric in a color that you want, you can work around issues like transparency with layering. I might help do some research on what fabrics are easier to work with and which to avoid on a sewing machine.

Sounds like a good idea. It'd be really nice and light/cheap.
(I think anything can/has the potential to look cheap... Hmm.. ;_; this is hard... Thanks for your input though! C: )

Woah!! Thanks you so much for the links!! <3 <3
I'm not personally experienced with modifying patterns, so I'll go with the second link.

That's true, plus it's easy to take care of and I can just throw it inside the washer if I needed to. ^^

a suggestion if you're not adverse to using a pattern...Simplicity pattern # 2518. yes, there is a nun's costume that you could base it off of. just cut it to the length you want it to be. as for material - a light weight cotton would do. try....wendover cotton or kona cotton (just double the amount of material called for to make a top layer and a bottom/lining layer, just to not be see thru). you could embellish the collar by buying pre-made ruffled lace. as for the sash....i would try and see if there is any brocade material that would fit the costume. it's easier to make a sash out of brocade than trying to embroider it.

I agree. It's not the most complicated cosplays ever (like with Granado Espada) but since his is my first really working on one all by myself I'm just already getting stressed about it. (and I really haven't even stitched one seam!)

So basically put in interfacing between the sash fabric so it will stay in place?
And any suggestions help! :D Thank you

I will check some more, and I've checked a few websites but all have been unsuccessful. I really like a pattern someone sent me here on this post, so I think I'll be good.

Kona cotton? woah, thank you for the suggestion! I've never heard of this brand before. (And I have a huge problem with fabrics showing through: I have a typical turkish-medium skintone and I always show through. ;~;)

I think I'll use the same material for both the sash and the ruffles and use interfacing to keep the shape. :D Plus the interfacing might hold up the embroidery machine.

That's a great suggestion. :D I'll do that with the thread and use similar fabric and take a photo of it. It would be such a waste of time/money if it turns out if it looks like shit in photos. D:

I did that for my TRNC cosplay!! :D I had to make 2 different sleeves, and the vest. I was so glad I made them on cheap fabric, or else I would have wasted some serious money.

Really, thank you for all this is really helpful. Thanks for taking the time to write this <3 <3

It's fine. I did 2 closet cosplays, and bought some costumes for Hetalia. Then only help I got with my most recent Hetalia cosplay was with my older sister who hadn't taken a sewing class for 2 years. XD;;

That's a cool idea- and there's everything on the internet so I guess I'll eventually find a tutorial. And I think that's going to really be helpful trying to find a good fabric that I can work on without much trouble (economically and with sewing it). :D

Thanks for the suggestions! :D

Wow, that's a really cool/different way to make it. I'll take that into consideration. I love the idea for brocade material- thank you so much! :)

Should you need help on any other Cosplay outfits and would need input, please feel free to drop me a line. I've been doing these types of Cosplay outfits for my daughter and her friends for the last 7 years.

Also...once you get a pattern you like, you might consider getting some vellum to trace over the size you want for the pieces. That way you can continue to use the pattern over and over without needing to buy a brand new (out-of-print) pattern. It cuts down on pattern costs. Also, places like Hancock Fabrics and Jo-Ann's sells patterns periodically really cheap (5 for $5).

I defiantly will. ^^ That's so cool that you make them for your daughter/her friends. (My mom doesn't know how to sew so I'm basically left to my sewing teacher, and my older sister who's been sewing for 2 years.)
I was actually going to head out onto Jo-Ann's because of that sale. And great idea with the vellum to trace over!! <3 Thanks so much again

You do make sense. :) I do honestly see that alot of metallic does look cheap, and rarely does it look good.
That's awesome you study fashion! I really appreciate your input even more. :D I think I'll more likely depend on the non-metallic thread.

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