I can’t be the only one
If you’ve ever watched a Disney TV show, you’ve been inundated with “Pear” products, from the Pear Pod on iCarly to Victoria’s famous Pear Phone in Victorious. The phone even has a starring role in some episodes. But this is where awesome tech crosses cosplay. Sadly, the Pear phone with it’s cool shape and fun-looking […]
Read more "I can’t be the only one"Cosplay is for any body (and other lies they tell me)
Body positivity is a big deal in “nerd culture”, and whenever someone posts a picture of themself being both overweight and in cosplay it’s sure to be followed by numerous comments “Good for you!” “Wear whatever you want!” “You go, girl.” For what it’s worth, I think they’re right. You should wear whatever the heck […]
Read more "Cosplay is for any body (and other lies they tell me)"No-face cosplay: mock up stage
I haven’t made a costume in a long time, but I think I still remember how. I’m starting with a small-scale mock-up of the design I want to make, in order to create a pattern and work out any flaws. Although small-scale clothing tends to stick out more than it’s bigger counterpart, I can kind […]
Read more "No-face cosplay: mock up stage"Why is my body your problem?
Another day, another chance to tell someone what I used to do for a living and be called a liar. It’s impossible that someone as fat as I am was ever a model, a background actress, someone who was loved and followed…. It’s true my friends, this used to be me: My first Youtube videos […]
Read more "Why is my body your problem?"Girls, Boys, and other Mythological Creatures….and May the 4th be with you.
Over 100 years ago, when we couldn’t even vote, we were at least allowed to speak.
Read more "Girls, Boys, and other Mythological Creatures….and May the 4th be with you."10 Ways to Screw Up a Relationship
Maybe you’re unattractive…or maybe you just did something really, really stupid.
Read more "10 Ways to Screw Up a Relationship"How to avoid fake-tographers (unless you don’t want to)
“There’s a relationship here: one where a guy is taking your picture free of charge because you’re standing there in a fun fur bikini and nipple pasties. But how can you tell if he’s a typical guy or a serial killer out to remove your kidneys?” . […]
Read more "How to avoid fake-tographers (unless you don’t want to)"The Accidental Con: Costume-con 35
We’ve all been invited to that last minute con, and had to scramble for cosplay. When I saw an “I need help” post from Droo photographer on Facebook, I reached out. I know what it’s like to be stuck at a 9am to 11pm event with no help. But this was COSTUME CON and, as […]
Read more "The Accidental Con: Costume-con 35"Am I getting punked? How to avoid fake businesses online.
“What we need is more trust. How do you find out which grocery store has the best apples? You eat the apples”
Read more "Am I getting punked? How to avoid fake businesses online."
Cat's Fancy Cosplay 