Mechanical Shadow Theatre at Saint-Malo Mini Maker Faire
I talk to the Lever le Rideau, a theatre group specialising in stage costumes and sets, about the intriguing collection of mechanical shadow theatres they’ve brought to Maker Faire.
Costumes, Cosplay, and Props
Have you ever wanted to create props or DIY cosplay costumes? If making is your passion, look no further; we’ve rounded up some of the best inspiration out there that will help you get started on your dream project. Whether it’s bringing comic book characters to life with movie-accurate costumes or unleashing your creativity in crafting realistic props from household items, these amazing makers are sure to inspire you!
Cozy Cosplayer Knits a Captain America Bodysuit
Need a custom-fitted superhero costume? Better get your knitting needles out and dive into your yarn stash like cosplay enthusiast Fangirl Physics did when she knitted herself an entire Captain America costume by hand! Although she didn’t put out a pattern for this project, she did share thorough documentation of the process of making the […]
Baby’s First Crocheted Yoda Outfit
Since we’re smack-dab in the middle of this year’s National Crochet Week, it seems like a good time take a gander at this handsome crocheted Yoda outfit that Redditor and expectant parent dishevelledmind made for their future little Yoda! And, if you’re looking for some crocheted Yoda wear of your own, then you might want […]
How-To: Frozen-Inspired Crocheted Elsa Crown with Braid
Have a mini-Elsa in your midst? Now’s your chance to be the ultimate playtime hero! Surprise your tiny Frozen enthusiast with the best handmade gift ever with this tutorial for making your own Frozen-inspired crocheted Elsa crown with braid!
DIY Mascara from Oreos
Enthusiastic beauty blogger Katherine Ward of xxmakeupiscoolxx demonstrates how Oreo cookies can be turned into mascara in this entertaining tutorial video!
A Beautifully Made Rocketeer Rocket Pack
If you remember the film The Rocketeer, there’s a good chance that you wanted a Cirrus X3 Rocket pack. Unfortunately, a working model isn’t availalble (yet), but Steve Radtke of Valor Design made one that could almost convince someone that it could take off. From the pictures, it looks flawless. If you’re considering building one yourself, […]
How-To: Make a Walking Teddy Bear Costume for Your Dog
It turns out that simply taking a pair of scissors to a stuffed animal is all you have to do in order to outfit your own pooch with an almost disturbingly adorable teddy bear costume.
