Make Your Own Charms

Presenter: HeatherAfter Cosplay Charms can be utilized as necklace pendants, keychains, ornaments, zipper pulls, etc. So long as you can trace a picture, you can make a Charm. Heather (HeatherAfter Cosplay) will provide everything you need to create a personalized Charm. Choose one of the designs provided, or create something that suits your personality. The […]

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Cosplay is (Not) for Everyone

Presenters: Miss Vanylla, J’adore Cosplay, Stitched in Starlight Cosplay, Personify Cosplay “Cosplay is for everyone!” …Right? That’s what we all say, but there’s definitely a more sinister side to this hobby than meets the eye. Join us for an discussion panel regarding various forms of discrimination and con safety, as well as what we can […]

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Get Pressed: A Cosplayer’s Guide to Leveling Up Sewing

Presenter: Personify Cosplay Knowing ways to ease the pain of sewing is half the battle! Join Personify Cosplay as they go through some of their favorite and most used sewing machine accessories and their uses. From presser feet to needles, learn how to up your game and make your life that much easier while you […]

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A Beginner’s Guide to Cosplay Buildbooks

Presenter: Stitched in Starlight Cosplay If you’re interested in competing in cosplay contests, many require buildbooks detailing how you made your cosplay. Whether you’re brand new to competing or have been competing for a while now, this panel can help you hone your buildbook-making skills for future competitions! I will detail how I build my […]

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Traditional Cosplay vs. Yarn Cosplay

Presenters: Stitched in Starlight Cosplay, J’Adore Cosplay, Cosplay Tea Party How do you make your cosplays? Do you style your own wigs? Do you sew your own outfits? Have you considered knitting or crocheting different portions of a cosplay? This panel will compare and contrast how Yarn Cosplay and Traditional Cosplay each shine through their […]

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Chair Yoga in Cosplay

Presenter: Nova Sparks Cosplay Come take some time for some mindful movement. This practice welcomes everyone of all ability levels, whether or not you’ve done chair yoga before or not. Cosplay is not required to attend. *Instructor has her own insurance. Attendess are required to sign waivers.

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Introduction to Cosplay Armor

Presenters: Georgia Sandidge, Omaid Sharifi Ever wanted to start making cosplay armor, but not sure where to start? Stop by “Intro to Cosplay Armor” to learn about the materials and techniques necessary to craft your very own set! Everything from chest plates to helmets will be covered, with tips and tricks provided by a Master-level […]

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Cosplay and Mindfulness

Presenter: Nova Sparks Cosplay Cosplay can be a stressful hobby, especially when you’re trying to make deadlines for cons. So many cosplayers put their hobby before their own needs. It can be tricky to hit your goals and take care of yourself. Fear not, because we have some advice on how to accomplish your plans […]

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Cosmic Oddities that Really Happened in Space

Presenter: Carolyn Collins Petersen Every day astronomers find new, exciting, and sometimes weird stuff in space. Carolyn will take us on a trip through cosmic weirdness, from black holes to a cosmic collision that destroyed a star to a supernova that almost ate the solar system. Come explore the odd site of the cosmos in […]

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Alien Earths of our Past

Presenter: Michael Carroll Throughout its history, our planet Earth has resembled quite alien worlds. From searing Venus to glacial Mars to pre-biotic Titan, our world has morphed and changed until it got where it is today. Artist/writer Michael Carroll explores the “Alien Earths” of the past, sharing paintings he did for the book as well […]

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