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Shirts

2007-07-01T09:46:00.000-05:00

Besides the abstract shirts, I also do various other kinds of shirts, ranging from Shuichi's "Save Tibet" shirt (Gravitation) to hide memorial shirts. I have plans for a "I'm a fucking rockstar, bitch" shirt, ala Die from Dir en grey, in the works, but I haven't actually got around to making one yet. I'm also open to requests, but there are limitations. I can do some graphics, but don't expect an exact replica of some anime picture. I'm not advertising my artistry here, though if that's what you're looking for, I can point you in the direction of a few people.

Please note, I do not use iron-ons. I don't like the way they feel on shirts, and they crack too much when washed. I try to keep my products as high quality as possible.

Examples:
hide memorial shirt (front)
hide memorial shirt (back)

expect more pictures as I make more shirts.

Sizes available: Adult Small through XL, possible youth sizes, please inquire.
Shirt colours available: TBA

Washing instructions: Hand wash in cold water, hang/lie flat to dry.

Cost: $15, shipping within the US included in price.

Cosplay Commissions

2007-05-25T19:25:00.000-05:00

As I've never done commissions before, I can't guarantee that I can make every outfit. Thus, this will be on a very case by case basis. However, I take great efforts to make my outfits as accurate as possible. Which means I don't make everything out of broadcloth, satin, or crushed panne (unless that's what the outfit calls for). Also, I hem and/or finish all seams except in a few situations involving knit materials that don't fray, but even then I'll usually at least do a double seam.

For pictures of my own cosplays, please check my cosplay blog.

Other examples of my sewing handiwork:
red skirt (didn't have enough space to capture the true fullness of the skirt)
yellow skirt (my apologies for the bad lighting)
my homecoming dress
prom dress for a friend
h.Naoto-esque shirt (front)
same shirt (back)

I'll be contstantly updating the pictures. Also, I will have pictures of my cosplays being worn, but I want to get a new camera first. It might take some time for some, because it takes quite a while to get into my Yuna costume, for example. After all, the obi is basically a twelve foot strip of fabric that needs to be tied into a bow...

If you are interested or have any questions, please send me an email.

Shirts (abstract)

2007-05-22T16:15:00.000-05:00

My friend and I originally designed these shirts to give to the J-rock band Dir en grey. We have made several others since then.

Pictures first, then details:
Kyo's shirt - front (one of my favorites)
Die's shirt
Toshiya's shirt
Kaoru's shirt (another favorite of mine)
shirt for a friend
another for a friend
hoodie
tank top

The backs are also quite nifty
Kyo's shirt - back
you'll note our splattering technique improved greatly

With no customization, the shirt will include the line art front and a splattered back. Shirt size, shirt color, and paint color(s) must be specified. Anything beyond that must be specified, and is no additional charge. If you have an idea for something, but it's not in any of the pictures, leave a comment or email me, and I'll see what I can do.

Shirt sizes: TBA
Shirt colors: TBA

Washing Instructions: Hand wash with cold water, hang to dry/lay flat to dry. I use acrylic paints mixed with a textile medium. If washed properly, and because the lines are fairly narrow, the paint shouldn't crack because of the textile medium. My hoodie has survived several washings, still looking good as new, and the lines are thicker than I generally use (thicker areas are more prone to cracking).

Cost:
T-shirt: $15 (shipping in US included in price)
for anything else, please inquire. Costs will vary depending on the season and availability.

Ears (kitty, fox, bunny, etc.)

2007-05-22T15:34:00.000-05:00

I can make many types of ears out of a wide variety of fabrics. For bunny ears, it is my intent to put wire in them so they can be shaped unless you prefer otherwise. I can do that with any type of ear, if you want, but for most it would be rather pointless. I pride myself in having more realistic shaped kitty ears, as opposed to the flat triangles that are the most common.

When ordering, please specify the color you want and the type of fabric you would like. Fabric types generally won't affect the total price, but there are types of fake fur that cost $12.99 and up per yard, so if you venture there, the cost will be adjusted appropriately.

Pictures (more to be added):
Kitty ears (my own)

Cost: TBA (still waiting to scope out material prices)

Feedback

2007-05-21T19:35:00.000-05:00

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