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October 31, 2023
in Blog
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

The Psychology of Cosplay: What Drives People to Portray Characters

Cosplay, short for "costume play," is a vibrant subculture that has captured the hearts and imaginations of people worldwide. Enthusiastic cosplayers dedicate hours, and often a significant amount of resources, to transform themselves into beloved characters from anime, comics, movies, and video games. But what motivates individuals to immerse themselves

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October 24, 2023
in Blog
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

Cosplay and Mental Health: How Cosplaying Can Boost Your Well-being

Cosplay is more than just dressing up as your favorite characters from movies, games, and comics. It's a vibrant and creative community that offers a unique outlet for self-expression and, for many, a source of mental and emotional support. In this article, we'll delve into the profound positive impact cosplay

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October 3, 2023
in Tips and Tricks
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

10 Essential Tools Every Cosplayer Needs in Their Workshop

Cosplay is a unique and creative hobby that allows you to transform into your favorite characters from movies, games, and comics. Whether you're a seasoned cosplayer or just starting out, having the right tools in your workshop is crucial for bringing your costume ideas to life. In this article, we'll

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September 26, 2023
in A to Z Pattern Picks, Blog, Children, Cosplay, Daisy, Nintendo, Tutorials
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

Best Pattern for Baby Princess Daisy Costume

If you're a fan of classic video games and adorable outfits, we've got just the project for you. Not to mention, a great costume to add to your family's Halloween or convention list. In this tutorial, we'll guide you through the process of crafting an enchanting Baby Princess Daisy costume

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September 19, 2023
in A to Z Pattern Picks, Blog, Harry Potter, Tips and Tricks
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

Magical DIY: Toddler’s Quick and Adorable Harry Potter House Elf Costume

Calling all Harry Potter fans with little wizards and witches! Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by dressing up your toddler as a cute and mischievous house elf from the wizarding world? In this blog post, we'll show you how to whip up

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September 12, 2023
in Blog, Children, Minecraft, Tips and Tricks, Tutorials
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

Crafting Your Own Minecraft Head: A Cardboard Adventure

Minecraft, with its pixelated landscapes and iconic characters, has captured the hearts of millions of players worldwide. If you're a Minecraft enthusiast looking for a fun and creative project, why not make your very own Minecraft head out of cardboard? Whether it's for a costume, decoration, or just a fun

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September 5, 2023
in Costuming, Tips and Tricks, Tutorials
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

Unleash Your Creativity: Easy DIY Costume Tutorials

Are you tired of showing up to costume parties in store-bought outfits that lack originality? Do you want to stand out amongst the crowd and showcase your creativity? Look no further! In this blog post, we will guide you through a series of easy DIY costume tutorials that will allow

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August 29, 2023
in Conventions
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

Cosplay Chronicles: Unveiling the Magic of Dragon Con for Newcomers

Dragon Con is a highly anticipated annual event that caters to a diverse community of fans, including those passionate about science fiction, fantasy, gaming, comics, and various other pop culture elements. It's a massive multi-genre convention held in Atlanta, Georgia, that typically takes place over the Labor Day weekend. If

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October 29, 2018
in A to Z Pattern Picks, Blog, Costuming, Mario, Nintendo
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

Mario pattern review

Yes! Another Nintendo pattern! Making my family cosplay dreams come true! To go along with my Princess Peach, Mike would be my Mario. This pattern review is focused on the Simplicity 8478 pattern, which is a licensed Nintendo product.  Pros Accuracy! So accurate! Also, it has you add topstitching to almost all of

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January 12, 2018
in A to Z Pattern Picks, Poison Ivy, Superhero High Girls
by Tracy of A to Z Cosplay

Dc Superhero Girls – Poison Ivy – Pattern

DC Super Hero Girls probably couldn't be a more popular children's show for female empowerment. This awesome show finally has our favorite female heroes in clothing that's actually appropriate for children to aspire to don. As a huge fan of Poison Ivy, I was extremely excited to see that she was

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