Before I begin, a shameless plug and a call for help: I started a Patreon to help offset costs of the materials I've been acquiring for reviews. I want to keep my reviews as unbiased as possible, and prefer to not get a press copy so that I can give you all reviews in an... Continue Reading →
Prior to CharCon, I mentioned that I was working on a bit of a project for said convention. It just so happens that I lucked out with getting it done not only on-time, but with days enough to spare to get the best loadout. As I was on crutches for this convention, I began to... Continue Reading →
Stephen Robb of Robb Props and Cosplay is known for his impressively complex builds. Using a variety of materials and skill sets, he has pulled your sci-fi and fantasy favorites into reality. We sat down with Stephen to talk to him about his craft, background, and goals for the future. Sticky Bunton (SB): What got... Continue Reading →
Known around in the con circuit as "That Garen Cosplayer", Burning Soul Cosplay is more than the Demacian Warrior. He's been a Gangplank, Detective Gumshoe, and is now working on Doctor Fate. We contacted him to ask a few questions about cosplay and on being a character. Sticky Bunton (SB): What got you into cosplay? Burning... Continue Reading →
Niaang Cosplay came onto our radars after one of our scouting groups identified some awesome anime cosplay. By that, we mean a friend of the site actually showed us her Facebook page. Her work is a diverse mix of gaming and anime with a heavy talent for costume design. We contacted her to ask a... Continue Reading →
To her fanbase of magical beings, Mink the Satyr is a much beloved and charismatic cosplayer with a talent for tailoring. Her costumes, colorful and eye catching, have been admired by thousands. We were able to sit down with the master of mythical creatures at the virtual tea table to ask a few questions about... Continue Reading →
Last week, I went into excruciating details about the handle process. This week, I will admit, is mostly just showing off. After waiting for the handle's adhesive the cure, the process for finishing was pretty simple: touch-ups with sanding, adding a few coats of polyurethane on the handle, an oil coat for the blade, and... Continue Reading →
Now that the blade was shaped and a guard was in place, it was time for the big (for me) challenge: the handle. My experience making handles is rather limited. I've made two during my first knife class (made from slabs of wood) and one during my sword class (cut into two slabs for a... Continue Reading →
As I mentioned last week, I've worked on a project for an old student of mine as a wedding present. After the process of forging the blade, I had two important parts to finish, even if they weren't very big: the guard and the handle. The guard presented it's own challenge for me. I've only... Continue Reading →
