Ashana costume- where to start?

[RogueLeader]

So I want to make an Ashana costume... it's going to be complex....where do I start?

[Master Bluespike74]

I guess just go from head to toe.  Start with the head pieces and then work your way to your boots.  If I were into Cosplay, I would probably do it that way. 

[BlackHawk]

http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=37203

This is what someone did when making a Sith Togruta...you could just change the colors...

[Manroon]

I'd say do your headpiece first. I typically leave finishing headgear till last, but it's typically one of the harder more expensive parts of any costume. Get that done, and the rest will fall into place easily.

[Master Nero Attoru]

Yeah the headpiece is naturally the most difficult.  Why don't you start with walking us through what you want for robes and we can help you out there.

[Eiyame]

DO NOT START WITH THE HEAD PIECE.

Its going to be your BIGGEST pain in the ass. And you will get upset and want to quit if you start with that. Get the simple things out of the way first. Another reason for not doing the head piece first is that you can still wear your costume with out it. So you can still go to cons and have fun.

1. Draw out your design

2. Don't look at the whole thing, look at what makes up the whole. It will be less daunting that way. 1 piece at a time.

3. Find your pattern(s) Simplicity Pattern #5840 is the best "Jedi" pattern I have found http://www.simplicity.com/p-2272-misses-men-teen-costumes.aspx (though it doesn't come with a pants pattern but I would just Goodwill those) For a skirt I like Simplicity Pattern #5914 www.simplicity.com/p-2276-misses-skirts.aspx (skirt D)

4. Start with your tunic, obi (the thing that goes under your leather belt), and pants or skirt. These are pretty easy for first timers.

5. Robes are ALOT of fabric. So they are going to be one of the last things you do.

6. Have someone help you. You are going to need someone to pin the hem of your robe to you and your skirt (if you go the skirt route)

~TIPS~

~FALLOW the pattern. READ and take your time. (trust me the people who write these things can't write to save their life)

~DON'T RUSH. You will make less mistakes and your costume will look ten times better.

~Iron your seams. This makes your life easier, and makes your costume look nicer.

~For Simplicity Pattern #5840 Robe B you only need about 5.5 yards of fabric. Don't spend all that money on those extra yards if you don't need them fabric isn't cheep.

~Finish your edges. Use shirt tail hems and zig-zag stitch when you need to finish an edge.

~Small stitches are better your fabric will hold together longer. Though can be a bigger pain to rip out if you mess up. Another reason to take it slow.

~Use the right kinda of thread. You make your stuff in 100% cotton, use cotton thread.

~If the pattern calls for  4 yards get 4.5 yards. You will make mistakes and need that extra when you are first starting.



If you need help ask, I try and check back here daily so you can shoot me a PM if you need help. I know I just threw a lot of information at you.

[Manroon]

Good points.... I forgot, having 3 helmeted costumes in various stages of completion that the first piece of headgear I started still hasn't been finished.... lol (Endor Commando helmet, harder than it looks)

Also, I might recommend if you want to do the more traditional style Jedi garb there is a LOT of useful info and ideas at a place called Padawan's Guide. Google it, I think you'll like the place.

[Eiyame]

Good points.... I forgot, having 3 helmeted costumes in various stages of completion that the first piece of headgear I started still hasn't been finished.... lol (Endor Commando helmet, harder than it looks)

Also, I might recommend if you want to do the more traditional style Jedi garb there is a LOT of useful info and ideas at a place called Padawan's Guide. Google it, I think you'll like the place.

And that -points to Manroon- says it all. Costume first. There is nothing wrong with being a human Jedi. Or so says my husband; I have a problem with being a human in any game that gives me a choice. lol

[Killic]

Thanks Eiyame for the break down on costs for that costume I was alway wondering about that. Hmmm 20 to 25 dollars an hour, I need to learn to sow.  oops wrong thread. lol

[Eiyame]

Thanks Eiyame for the break down on costs for that costume I was alway wondering about that. Hmmm 20 to 25 dollars an hour, I need to learn to sow.  oops wrong thread. lol

Since I can't find the thread in question. (Don't worry I'm not hijacking) Your welcome, remember that $20-$25 an hour is for more advanced costume makers. Someone with my level of skill would be looking at $15-$20 an hour. But learning to sew is a very good skill to have.


IF ANYONE NEEDS A COSTUME BREAK DOWN/APPRAISAL I CAN DO IT.